3.8 trillion in spending is recommended in Pres. Obama's newly released budget.  Of course, it is Congress that has to pass the final version, which will almost certainly include some nice earmarks, but Pres. Obama keeps veto power.

Anyway, back to the 3.8 trillion.  It's not the 3.8 trillion that really bothers me.  It is the fact that 1.3 trillion of that is deficit.  Yes, over one third of the budget is MONEY WE DON'T HAVE!  How is this responsible spending?  Of course, Pres. Obama already said that the "freezes" and "cuts" won't take place until 2012, as we can't afford to cut spending during such a difficult time for our nation.

Hell, I love this logic.  I'm going to apply it to my household.  I'm having a difficult time making much money writing (that damn recession....ha-ha).  Instead of cutting spending, we're going to spend more.  This will make everyone happy, and we need to do our part to help stop the recession.  This is RESPONSIBLE spending. 

You can loan me the money.  I'll pay it back with budget cuts in 2012.  I promise.  Hmmmm.....no one is throwing money my way and I don't even owe anyone 10 trillion dollars.  

CNN: Obama's Budget Draws Battle Lines for the Weeks Ahead
Fox News: Obama Sends Congress 3.8 Trillion Budget, Soaring Deficits Projected