For this, we give thanks

WASHINGTON -- Among the things for which Americans can, on this feast day, be thankful is Washington’s resolve to temper severity with mercy: It will -- this time we really mean business, we are not going to be Greece, or worse, Illinois -- restrain spending but will not balance the budget on the backs of popcorn eaters. Growers of this essential snack may yet retain their subsidy, lest the price of a tub of the stuff at the movies soar by a nickel, even a dime. Can’t have that.

BY GEORGE WILL

November 21, 2012