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HiggsBosonUser is Offline

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02/12/2008 12:49 PM Alert 

f you don't understand the Democrats' version of tax refunds, maybe this will help explain it: 50,000 people went to a baseball game, but the game was rained out. A refund was then due. The team was about to mail refunds when a group of Congressional Democrats stopped them and suggested that they send out the ticket refunds based on the Democrat National Committee's interpretation of fairness. Originally the refunds were to be paid based on the price each person had paid for the tickets. Unfortunately that meant most of the refund money would be going to the ticket holders that had purchased the mostexpensive tickets. This, according to the DNC, is considered totally unfair. A decision was then made to pay out the refunds in this manner: People in the $10 seats will get back $15. Afte r all, they have less money to spend on tickets to begin with. Call it an "Earned Income Ticket Credit." Persons "earn" it by having few skills, poor work habits, and low ambition, thus keeping them at entry-level wages. People in the $25 seats will get back $25, because it "seems fair." People in the $50 seats will get back $1, because they already make a lot of money and don't need a refund. After all, if they can afford a $50 ticket, they must not be paying enough taxes. People in the $75 luxury box seats will each have to pay an additional $25 because it's the "right thing to do". People walking past the stadium that couldn't afford to buy a ticket for the game each will get a $10 refund, even though they didn't pay anything for the tickets. They need the most help. Sometimes this is known as Affirmative Action. Now do you understand?

 

Thanks,

Higgs

P.S. I didnt write this, for you crybabies that keep track of stuff like that.


Liberalism and capitalism address themselves to the cool, well-balanced mind. They proceed by strict logic, eliminating any appeal to the emotions. Socialism, on the contrary, works on the emotions, tries to violate logical considerations by rousing a sense of personal interest and to stifle the voice of reason by awakening primitive instincts.
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missPolitickUser is Offline

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02/12/2008 1:34 PM Alert 
Now that's genious!

Argue with that Drummer. I DARE you!

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02/12/2008 2:32 PM Alert 
The whole monetary policy of the US is whacked. It's not a democrat or republican issue, both are irresponsible.

Why are they giving out refunds when the public debt is so high? I had an issue when the republicans did it back in 2001, and I have a problem with it today.

April is coming again, it's the time I wonder why I have to subsidize other peoples children. Though I don't know which party I have to blame for that.

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02/12/2008 2:54 PM Alert 

Posted By missPolitick on 02/12/2008 1:34 PM
Now that's genious!

Argue with that Drummer. I DARE you!

 

 

 

 

Nothing to argue about, except the wealthy shouldn't get that  1$ back 

It sucks being the only person in this forum that cares for the have not's.


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missPolitickUser is Offline

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02/12/2008 3:02 PM Alert 
Oh, don't use that tired excuse. It's ok to care, they just can't have MY money. Give them YOURS.

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02/12/2008 3:12 PM Alert 
Give a Democrat money that he didn't earn and instead of giving it back to you, he will either spend it on something you don't need or want or give it to someone else.

Stupid should hurt!

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02/12/2008 3:20 PM Alert 
Posted By missPolitick on 02/12/2008 3:02 PM
Oh, don't use that tired excuse. It's ok to care, they just can't have MY money. Give them YOURS.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I'll already do, and I'n not crying about it. I got out of the low income bracket many years ago. So, now I just want to help others get out. Those that have been there, will understand what I'm talking about. There is no such thing as equality in this country and it's disgusting. I truly love our country and that's why I would love to see things change. You guys are quick to peg me as a commie, but all I want is a better life for ALL AMERICANS. Had I  30 million dollars and a better education, I may have been running for president myself.

 

 


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02/12/2008 3:30 PM Alert 

The idea of government giving money that it does not have to millions of people to cure a recession that does not exist is bizarre ( yes, I will take the money. I may be a hypocrite but I'm not stupid). If a $600 per person check is so good for the economy, why stop there? Why not give each of us a million dollars? this would erase poverty,solve the health care problem (we could all afford insurance), solve the housing crunch as we could all afford better houses,and end class warfare  as we would all be millionaires.

We could also solve the illegal problem by giving all illegals a million dollars each to go home. This would also help the Mexican economy by creating 12 million new Mexican millionaires.

The only downside would be that the democratic party would cease to exist as they would have no issues left. Perhaps  not, sooner or later some would blow their million then demand that those who were more frugal turn over their money to the "have nots" in the name of fairness or compassion            

 

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02/12/2008 4:05 PM Alert 

Why do you assume the only way to help "the less fortunate" is by government forced re-distribution of wealth and social engineering schemes?


Thanks,
Higgs

 

P.S. there is absolutely nothing unfair about different people being compensated at different levels based on their skills, educations, training, etc. Equality doesn’t mean we all get the same pay check, all live in the same size house....

 

 


Liberalism and capitalism address themselves to the cool, well-balanced mind. They proceed by strict logic, eliminating any appeal to the emotions. Socialism, on the contrary, works on the emotions, tries to violate logical considerations by rousing a sense of personal interest and to stifle the voice of reason by awakening primitive instincts.
-- Ludwig Von Mises
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02/12/2008 4:12 PM Alert 
Posted By HiggsBoson on 02/12/2008 4:05 PM
Why do you assume the only way to help "the less fortunate" is by government forced re-distribution of wealth and social engineering schemes?

Thanks,
Higgs

 

 

Is that a general question or is that directed towards me?

If so, I'm open for many ways to help the "little people". But, since we are a civilized country with a governent, it would be best that they assist.

If you have any realistic suggestions, bring them to the table.  


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02/12/2008 5:24 PM Alert 

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02/12/2008 5:31 PM Alert 

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missPolitickUser is Offline

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02/12/2008 5:31 PM Alert 

How about this for starters...

1. If you drop out of high school you get $0 in welfare assistance.

2.You will receive no additional funds for children born AFTER you start receiving welfare assistance.

3.You have 6 months to find employment after beginning welfare. The amount you receive will be less and less after 6 months. (Of course there are exceptions for those with disabilities and those in college.)


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RichTigUser is Offline

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02/12/2008 5:47 PM Alert 

How about this.....

Look to churches and charities for your handouts.  So, the bleeding hearts, that want to help, can help.  And those of us who would rather burn money in a barrel than give it to someone on welfare, can be happy NOT helping.

 

 

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02/12/2008 6:23 PM Alert 
Posted By RichTig on 02/12/2008 5:47 PM

How about this.....

Look to churches and charities for your handouts.  So, the bleeding hearts, that want to help, can help.  And those of us who would rather burn money in a barrel than give it to someone on welfare, can be happy NOT helping.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Typical Ron Paul supporter. Sorry you think everyone on welfare is looking for hand outs. Believe it or not, there are some that don't want to be in that condition.

 


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02/12/2008 6:25 PM Alert 
Posted By missPolitick on 02/12/2008 5:31 PM

How about this for starters...

1. If you drop out of high school you get $0 in welfare assistance.

2.You will receive no additional funds for children born AFTER you start receiving welfare assistance.

3.You have 6 months to find employment after beginning welfare. The amount you receive will be less and less after 6 months. (Of course there are exceptions for those with disabilities and those in college.)

 

 

That's not bad. Thanks for a genuine response.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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RichTigUser is Offline

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02/12/2008 6:26 PM Alert 

Then they should get a job.  The Republic is full of jobs as is Monster.com.

When there are no more jobs to be had, then they get assistance.

drummer72User is Offline

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02/12/2008 6:29 PM Alert 
It's not all black and white like you think it is.
Your kind of mentality is really silly. You should think before you post anything.

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RichTigUser is Offline

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02/12/2008 6:36 PM Alert 

It is black and white.

Your kind of mentality is really silly. You should think before you post anything.

drummer72User is Offline

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02/12/2008 6:39 PM Alert 
For once, I'm trying to have serious discussion. "Black and white" is an expression.
If you don't want to respond with some useful information,get out of this thread.

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