[ericd]

They are responsible for fostering a vital economy. Since undercapitalized entrepreneurs are the source of many of the US's great companies, congress is responsible for making it so that they continue to be able to operate efficiently.

[thebigshane]

What `ercid` said isn't wrong. I don't understand why he should be down-voted for missing subtle sarcasm.

[ericd]

Ah shoot, thanks. I didn't read very carefully :-\ Apologies to parent for my misplaced blowhardiness. There's a reason sarcasm is discouraged on HN, though.