Over the Edge: Presidents should earn their retirement

Sean C. Morgan

Ex-presidents don’t cost much compared to the national debt, just a measly $3.7 million last year.

That covers their $200,000 pension, compensation and benefits for office staff, travel costs, office space and postage.

President Bush II cost us the most, at $1.3 million last year. That includes nearly $400,000 for 8,000 square feet of office space and $85,000 in telephone costs.

President Clinton cost us just under $1 million. Bush I cost…

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