Bleeders and Spenders

I see Smilin Mike has found a new catch phrase. I watched his press conference last night and I think he defined "bleeders" three or four times. He had a look on his face that reminded me of a small child that has just told his first joke. Maybe he is going to run for Senate. He certainly has the sound bite politics of Washington down. I wonder at what point did this State and especially the Legislature cede all authority to the Governor? Marion seems supremely pissed that the Legislature would even dare challenge his budget proposal. Its funny... when the Gov. wants to spend on extra programs it comes from the reserves. When the Legislature wants to spend more money Marion demands they find new revenue streams (TAXES for those who don't understand the code words). The Governor is elected to run the executive branch of state government. The Legislature is elected to represent the people of the State of South Dakota. Who do you think should have the ultimate authority of preparing the budget?