Edwards’ says the taxpayers of this country need to make more sacrifices.  I think the people of this country need fewer people like John Edwards running it.

To reduce carbon emissions, Edwards recognizes that people may have to pay more for gasoline. And he is not ruling out new taxes or increasing old ones.

The universal health care plan he wants is going to be expensive and some people will have to pay more.

Eradicating poverty, his signature issue, will also require more money from taxpayers.

And Edwards does not favor any new tax cuts for the middle-class.

Isn’t there a risk in asking voters to sacrifice while other candidates are promising them things? I asked him.

“There is clearly a political risk, no question,” he said. “But I actually believe this is what America needs.”

Here’s the money quote:

...Edwards has decided to sell America on sacrifice.

“I am totally comfortable with the word sacrifice, with asking people to sacrifice for their country,” he said.

So sayeth the king from his castle:

Don’t you expect John Edwards to downsize to a condominium to help pay for the expensive programs he has planned.  He expects you to pay for his compassionate policies.