Watch as libs recoil in horror.

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Gov. Rick Perry presented a glowing assessment of the Texas economy Tuesday and said there was more than enough money in the state’s Rainy Day fund for a one-time, $3.7 billion-investment in water and transportation upgrades while also cutting taxes.

The Republican governor, who for weeks has called on the Legislature to hold down government spending even with the state’s economy booming, used his biennial State of the State speech Tuesday in the House chamber to call for a one-time investment in infrastructure he said is needed to ensure a high quality of life. The Texas constitution calls for a percentage of oil and gas revenues to go into the Rainy Day Fund, which is nearing its constitutional cap.

“Our bank balance is healthy, our economy is growing, our future is limitless,” Perry said.

Perry also called on lawmakers to amend the Texas Constitution to allow the state to return tax money it collects but doesn’t spend to its citizens.

“Today, I’m calling for a mechanism to be put in place so when we do bring in more than we need, we’ll have the option of returning tax money directly to the people who paid it,” the governor said. “Currently, that’s not something our constitution allows. We need to fix that.”

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Perry needs to cut those god-awfully high property taxes.

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Perry needs to cut those god-awfully high property taxes.

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If only this hayseed came ready for the fight in the Primary instead of stumbling around like a drunk at last call. This country would be on a trajectory for success right now instead of hunkering down for a double dip. Perry would have been a great salesman for the free market and Conservative principles.

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If only this hayseed came ready for the fight in the Primary instead of stumbling around like a drunk at last call. This country would be on a trajectory for success right now instead of hunkering down for a double dip. Perry would have been a great salesman for the free market and Conservative principles.

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Not everyone is a great speaker. He made one little mishap and it's all over! The media controlled the entire situation and they still do, but I think he would have made a great president!

I'm offically jealous of Texas..probably one of the best economies in the world.

Quote: Olivia wrote in post #6

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Not everyone is a great speaker. He made one little mishap and it's all over! The media controlled the entire situation and they still do, but I think he would have made a great president!

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The words of Jim Mora fits here. It's not just about Perry either. He was my choice in the primaries because I looked at his governing experience and outcome. Too many people wanted a savvy orator when what we needed was an experienced executive. Oh well hopefully we learn but I digress.