Posted by Leland Crooks [ 66.136.247.20 ] on May 06, 2006 at 08:39:11:
In Reply to: Re: Taxes..... posted by manualblock on May 05, 2006 at 21:24:41:
I believe part of it lies with the "Greatest Generation". They lived through the depression, won WW2, and built this country into a powerhouse. They felt, deservedly so, that they were owed something from the government. Surpluses, strong working middle class, vibrant economy all contributed to their creating legislation, programs and expectations that cannot be sustained anymore. The spoiled baby boom generation must take this bull by the horns and wrestle it to the ground. Social safety nets must be in place, and I'm not advocating rolling back the new deal. Entitlement should be struck from the government vernacular. You ain't entitled to squat. Why is the federal gov paying for a new museum/trail/tourist attraction in (insert your town, state here)?
It's all about getting elected. The more money to your district, the better off your reelection chances are. Tax and spend, borrow and spend, just spend.
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