DON SURBER ON GAS PRICES: They don’t want you to travel.

On the other hand, they’re stuck themselves. “While the motorcade was making its exit, Obama’s limousine, nicknamed ‘The Beast’ for its thick armor, got stuck on a ramp. Obama and the first lady were reportedly made to get out of the car as a result.” Metaphor alert!

UPDATE: For Memorial Day, locals cut back while tourists find deals. “While gas prices fell to an average of $3.92 per gallon yesterday, down 6 cents from a week ago, automobile travel from New England is projected to fall by about 1 percent over Memorial Day compared to 2010, according to AAA. Gas prices are $1.07 higher than a year ago.”