(SNN Washington) Last week, President Bush allowed his picture to be taken for a mere $5000 donation, down from $25,000 during the 2004 campaign season.

Perhaps the new lower prices are just meant to show that Bush is indeed a man of the people, such a regular guy that he would shake your hand for a mere $5000. Some say these new lower prices could be the result of the free market. President Bush’s popularity has fallen to around 25%. It is hoped that new lower prices might increase the President’s popularity.

This price reduction is especially staggering considering that in June 2006, First Lady Laura Bush received $10,000 per photograph.

The price for a photo op with Dick Cheney remains unchanged at 1 rare steak, salted.

posted by NewsBlog 5000  # Monday, June 04, 2007