Built to Last

I think I may have a new viewpoint on why the stimulus wasn't as successful as we all might have liked it to be:

Typical Stimulus Employee

1. I understand the benefits of a 'living wage', but $203,700 seems a bit high for a ditch-digger.
2. Carhartt bib overalls - $100. Bespoke suit w/ custom fitted shirt - $3000.
3. Gold shovel - $330. Home Depot Fiberglass handle digging shovel - $30.
4. Carpet to protect the ditch-digger's shoes - $14
5. Site prep work and pre-digging to ensure a successful photo-op - $292,435
6. Cost to fill hole after photo-op is over - $69.

We can't wait!