congress overturns presidential veto first time in century

Congress. We help you water your lawn.

President Bush suffered the first veto override of his seven-year-old presidency Thursday as the Senate enacted a $23 billion water resources bill despite his protest that it was filled with unnecessary projects. The vote was 79-14 to pass the bill.Senate overrides Bush water projects veto - Politics - MSNBC.com

To bad congressional powers can’t be used on on something worthwhile like war spending, or healthcare for poor children or rebuilding New Orleans. Because that would just be insane.