Temptations in Increasing Revenue

Apparently, the State of Missouri's revenue has increased with the rebounding economy:

n Missouri, the increase was about as dramatic. Heading into the fiscal year, forecasters expected tax growth of 3.8 percent. Now, that growth is expected to top out in June at 5.6 percent, which translates to about $102 million.

"These are good numbers we've seen lately," said Michael Keathley, the Missouri administration commissioner.

Although we cannot credit Matt Blunt entirely with the economic rebound, we do appreciate that he's laying the groundwork for continued growth and lower spending, which will allow bumps like this to cover existing outlays and debt as well as make the state independent of continued vigorous revenue growth to fund its basic needs.

Ergo, we call upon the legislature to not spend the additional money and on Matt Blunt to veto anything the legislature does to soften its image by spending taxpayer money.