The Federal Government spending seems ridiculous when you think about it that way. Just remember that Obama only wants a "common sense" approach that uses "smart cuts" while "protecting the middle class" and is only asking the "wealthiest Americans to pay a little more". Pay no attention to the man behind the printing press.
“While the people are virtuous they cannot be subdued; but when once they lose their virtue then will be ready to surrender their liberties to the first external or internal invader.” ― Samuel Adams