In today's news, an article from TIME that indicates Rick Perry is a hypocrite because he now has a problem with the government sending so much pork money to the states, but until now has aggressively sought those federal funds.
Here's why their story is dishonest: a governor's first responsibility is to his state, so part of his job is to grab whatever federal funds he or she can get. That is the job at hand. But the President's job, which Perry now seeks, is different, and requires he attempt to cut that kind of spending.
As governor, Perry seeks fed funds, as he should. As someone wanting to become president, the job is to cut spending. So he is not being a hypocrite - he is simply willing and able to do whatever job he has.
If you are a plumber, and decide to apply for a job as a doctor, you will undoubtedly want to master a different set of tools for the job.
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