See What Republican Governors Have To Say About The "Stimulus" Bill

UPDATED AND BUMPED:
Put Gov. Sarah Palin squarely in the "NO" camp regarding the so-called economic "stimulus" bill. She is absolutely right on this one. Way to go, Gov. Sarah!

At this point, the majority of Republican governors have expressed several points of view on the so-called economic "stimulus" bill making its way through congress.
Eight Republican governors have taken various degrees of at the very least "reservations" to near opposition to the so called economic "stimulus" bill. Those are here:

Idaho Governor Butch Otter has "reservations" about the stimulus bill, but has not taken a position.
Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman is not taking a position.
South Dakota Governor Mike Rounds is not taking a position.
Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue: "We're certainly following the progress and trying to give input where we can and raise concerns where we have them, but we're certainly not waiting on this money," however,"I can't give you a checkbox that he's for it [or against it], it's much more nuanced."
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal came close to condemning it outright, but again, it's not clear if he will actively oppose it. His press office forwarded an associated press story that begins thusly: "Republican Gov. Bobby Jindal said Monday that if he were still in Congress, he would have voted 'no' on the federal stimulus bill. But he said he will review the final version of the bill for federal money for Louisiana projects."
Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty's spokesman said the governor has reservations but is also trying act in the best interest of his state: "Governor Pawlenty has serious concerns about the stimulus package passed by the House. He believes the bill should focus more on tax cuts and addressing the housing crisis and not the buffet of Democrat spending initiatives the bill now contains.If a bill does pass, Minnesota will accept its share of the money because we are a significant net contributor to the federal government. A study shows Minnesota receives about 72 cents for every $1 sent to Washington – so we’re paying more than our fair share."
Alaska Governor Sarah Palin has reservations about spending and increased deficits. However, according to a press release, "the governor has asked the nation’s leaders to look at these issues to ensure fairness in the stimulus package and that the package does not harm the long-term fiscal health of the nation. Contrary to some news reports, she looks forward to continuing to work with Alaska’s congressional delegation to accomplish the state’s goals."
Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels: "I really want to resist making comments about something I have no control over. Let’s just say I have great misgivings about the wisdom for our country, but I hope it is going to work. We all pray that it will work. We want it to succeed. I’m going to concentrate my efforts not on second guessing what somebody somewhere else did, but on trying to make certain Indiana takes maximum effect and takes maximum advantage of this development."

Note that these governors are, essentially, hedging their bets. But, there is no doubt that these governors do not have a lot of confidence that the so-called economic "stimulus" bill actually doing what it is supposed to do-stimulate the economy.
But, there are some Republican governors that can not wait to get their paws on the federal trough. And they are:

Vermont Governor Douglas "believes that the federal government should pass some form of federal recovery to assist states that are struggling right now."
Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons' spokesman: "The state of Nevada's economy is in a deep financial crisis and any financial assistance, including the stimulus package, would be welcome."
Connecticut Governor Jodi Rell's spokesman says she "supports the idea of a federal stimulus intended to help states create jobs and help states pay for soaring health care costs. She has written Congressional leaders as well as the state's delegation on several occasions advocating for such a package; in fact, as far back as Senator Lieberman's Subcommittee hearing last March on corn, ethanol prices and the food supply, she mentioned in written testimony provided to the Subcommittee that some form of second stimulus package was needed."

Oh, and Florida governor Charlie Christ and our own esteemed governor, Benedict Arnold Schwarzenegger singed on to get their paws on the trough.
The fact is that those who have reservations and or will oppose the so-called economics "stimulus" bill are conservative and at least two are in the running for the Republican nomination for president in 2012. Those who beg for the federal bailout are moderate or liberal Republicans who may be on their way out in 2010.
And, there is a divide between moderates and conservatives. Moderates want more from the federal government. That will also mean that they have to put up with the strings that come with federal cash. Conservatives want to craft their own solutions and with flexibility.
This so-called economic "stimulus" bill is showing what some Republicans are made of. And those that are empty suits.

HT: Mark Hemingway @ The Corner @ http://www.corner.nationalreview.com/