John Edwards couldn't keep his pecker in his pants and that, plus he was an idiot, led to his demise, but I agree with him on one point. There are two America's. It was interesting watching the Republican Debates last night. Both the Republican contenders and their Democratic rivals are extremely wealthy Americans. There is really no body representing me in our government.
I wonder when was the last time any of these people went to the grocery store? or actually wrote a check to pay for their utility bill? I don't think they realize what is going on here at home, let alone the rest of the world and international affairs.
About all that was accomplished, from my perspective, was the installation of a great deal of fear. It seems that everyone is out to get us and someone will get a nuke into a suitcase and visit one of our major cities?
This modern day in Eden is a very dangerous place! I wonder how much of this is really true?
The problem with "truth" is that everyone owns a little snippet of it and no one tells the whole story. Truth is told from a perspective to substantiate a lie. Our aid to Africa (a whole continent, fellas, not one country!) does make very bad people very rich. That is true. It also helps saves millions of lives and makes us look good, and that is true too. We have run out of money and that is true too.
It is a dilemma. What to do? Where to go from here?
There was a lot of talk about "The Patriot Act". What a bullshit title that is!!! I mean, really! Who could be against that? It sounds unpatriotic to be against it. What a clever name! We could call Guantanamo a
"reeducation center" like the Chinese might or a lover's convention and maybe get more support for it?
For over 300 years we have led by example. We were the envy, the hope and inspiration for others.
Our shinning example is becoming tarnished.
We know "things are not right". We just do not know exactly what the problem is and it makes it all the more difficult when politicians lie and distort the truth. What is a person supposed to believe?
I think maybe getting our own house in order might be a good beginning. We have plenty of mess and things to do right here at home. We have a long way to go to become that shining example again.
Two America's? I just read that our football coach (go Ducks!), now retired on State supported, tax payers funded PERS account receives 42,000 Dollars a MONTH in retirement!!! That is a cool Half Million a year in Tax payer's money! Under the Democratic Proposal to raise taxes 3% on money after the 1st million dollars, he would still be safe!
And what happens if we do nothing? Choose to not become involved? There are laws in place for that too. The "Bush Tax Cuts" are set to expire next year. That means that the "wealthy" will pay more anyway and so will we. In order to pass these cuts in the first place we were bribed with about $300 in tax cuts for the average American family. $300 in savings for us and over a Trillion for the rich guys. Such a deal!
The Super Committee failure will automatically kick in a law to reduce the budget on the backs of the middle class, from Social Security and Medicare and take a half Trillion dollars from the military.
If we can't govern ourselves how can we be expected to contribute to the World? We are not a shining example even to ourselves.
I wonder when was the last time any of these people went to the grocery store? or actually wrote a check to pay for their utility bill? I don't think they realize what is going on here at home, let alone the rest of the world and international affairs.
About all that was accomplished, from my perspective, was the installation of a great deal of fear. It seems that everyone is out to get us and someone will get a nuke into a suitcase and visit one of our major cities?
This modern day in Eden is a very dangerous place! I wonder how much of this is really true?
The problem with "truth" is that everyone owns a little snippet of it and no one tells the whole story. Truth is told from a perspective to substantiate a lie. Our aid to Africa (a whole continent, fellas, not one country!) does make very bad people very rich. That is true. It also helps saves millions of lives and makes us look good, and that is true too. We have run out of money and that is true too.
It is a dilemma. What to do? Where to go from here?
There was a lot of talk about "The Patriot Act". What a bullshit title that is!!! I mean, really! Who could be against that? It sounds unpatriotic to be against it. What a clever name! We could call Guantanamo a
"reeducation center" like the Chinese might or a lover's convention and maybe get more support for it?
For over 300 years we have led by example. We were the envy, the hope and inspiration for others.
Our shinning example is becoming tarnished.
We know "things are not right". We just do not know exactly what the problem is and it makes it all the more difficult when politicians lie and distort the truth. What is a person supposed to believe?
I think maybe getting our own house in order might be a good beginning. We have plenty of mess and things to do right here at home. We have a long way to go to become that shining example again.
Two America's? I just read that our football coach (go Ducks!), now retired on State supported, tax payers funded PERS account receives 42,000 Dollars a MONTH in retirement!!! That is a cool Half Million a year in Tax payer's money! Under the Democratic Proposal to raise taxes 3% on money after the 1st million dollars, he would still be safe!
And what happens if we do nothing? Choose to not become involved? There are laws in place for that too. The "Bush Tax Cuts" are set to expire next year. That means that the "wealthy" will pay more anyway and so will we. In order to pass these cuts in the first place we were bribed with about $300 in tax cuts for the average American family. $300 in savings for us and over a Trillion for the rich guys. Such a deal!
The Super Committee failure will automatically kick in a law to reduce the budget on the backs of the middle class, from Social Security and Medicare and take a half Trillion dollars from the military.
If we can't govern ourselves how can we be expected to contribute to the World? We are not a shining example even to ourselves.
4 comments:
Don't take my word for this, look at today's Stock Market. When a posisition is fear based we don't have much to look forward to, not much to work for or dream about.
I'm laughing at your first line! I think that's actually an issue with most men in politics!!!
Yes, Soozee, you are right. It is in the Jeans!
Hmmm, and now it seems the same fate has befallen Cain! I know one person who shops like we do - Michelle Obama. She's been caught trying to shop at Target. I wonder if they allow her to do it now that she's been found out.
You are right. We are in big trouble. Today the banks were downgraded. That's a bummer but the government can get another downgrade if Congress can't get their act together soon. Terrible.
As far as PERS goes, my nephew will be retiring in a few years and as a fireman, he'll be getting 100% of his pay! That's crazy and also around 90K.
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