Joe the Plumber: In the Tank?

One of the most ridiculous things to happen at a debate in recent years, Republican hacks clearly got in touch with this tool before the debate. Last night, he was heard from by ABC News to say Obama's tax plan "infuriates me." He's upset that he says he's going to get taxed more under Obama's tax plan. Apparently his new business will net than $250,000 net a year. Poor Joe the Plumber. Exactly how much less money would this sad, poor man make?

Zero. Under Obama's plan anyone making from $226,982-$603,402 would pay zero more taxes. Under McCain they will pay 3.2 percent less. It's an anti-progressive plan for McCain. Joe the Plumber who makes more than twice as much money as I do will get more than half as much of a tax decrease than I do.

Joe was clearly contacted and set up by the Republicans to be their mouthpiece for McCain's flawed tax policies. If he carries around a six-pack and shouts "kill him!" he'll be perfect for the Palin rallies too.