Posted: Sun May 19 2002
Bush Declares A National Day Of Psychic Reading

In an impassioned 20 minute speech at the National Cathedral in Washington D.C., President George W Bush reminded those attending of the impact mystical experiences have in the lives of Americans, and declared May 30th as a National Day of Psychic Reading.

"Since our Nation's founding, Americans have turned to their psychics for inspiration, strength, and guidance. In times of trial, we look to Tarot for wisdom, courage, direction, and comfort," the President said. "As we observe this National Day of Psychic Reading, we call upon the spirits and fates to continue to bless America and her people."

The President urged a return to our psychic roots, and encouraged all Americans to visit the psychic reader of their choice on a weekly basis.

"Whether it be planetary alignments, tarot cards, ouija boards, or tea leaves," said Bush, "Americans know the importance of the paranormal in our lives, especially in the these times of tragedy."

Several major civil libertarian groups have called Bush's proclamation a violation of the separation of astral search and state, and say this is an instance of government promoting one form of spiritualism over another.

But a Whitehouse spokesman answered that allegation, saying, "It doesn't matter which occult belief people have: it can be star signs, crystals, palmistry, aura smoothing, biorhythms, goat entrails, voodoo, witchcraft, or any other nutball idea: it's faith in that belief that's important."