A Letter to the President, From a Concerned Citizen
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/74876/consequences_of_a_democratic_victory.html?page=2
Dear Mr. President,
With things in such disarray already, one has to wonder just how much the American people feel they can actually rely on their government to clean up their mess. Indeed, many are wondering what direction the democratic parties are planning if they were to win in November. We all can admit that these last five years have caused
panic for our future.
Operation Iraqi freedom has indeed been one of the most expensive wars in American history. With well over 2800 causalities and rising, you have been adamant about the decision to remain the entire course. Indeed we will Mr. President, but is there a purpose for United States armed forces to continually lose their lives in order for you to restore your pride? Are you ashamed of admitting that you failed the American people in supporting the drought of this war? What about suffering families who are reminded of their sons and daughters death each day a United States Army advertisement airs? Fortunately after entering Iraq in 2003, we have managed to capture Saddam Hussein and break down his powerful regime. Not to mention we are in pursuit of establishing a liberal democracy there; introducing newfound peace and structure into the lives of the Iraqi people. But in addition, we've lost several American family members and billions of dollars in the production of this goal. What does staying the course mean to you, Mr. President? When will American forces be able to return home?
Hurricane Katrina was quite bad too, Mr. President. It was devastating to watch so many of our American people flooded away by its deadly wrath. It was probably one of the most disastrous events to take place in recent memory…
It was disheartening residents Mr. President. In addition, help from FEMA was limited with one of its top chiefs in power stating, "We didn't know…" Not only that Mr. President, but on October 13, 2006 FEMA took another low blow for its late responses to dreaded snowstorms in Buffalo, New York; once again, many were wondering why FEMA decided to arrive three days later on October 16th 2006.
Sadly Mr. President, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has failed the American people in helping them recover from devastating disasters. Contradictory to what the name initially signifies, it was mentioned that FEMA's new response to disasters at time of Katrina was a "test." When exactly is that test going to become a reality and a response in which the American people can rely on? It's safe to say that this organization has failed to capture confidence from its people.
Mr. President, it's been highly difficult to find work now and days. More than half of my brothers and sisters are still unemployed and looking for work, with some of Louisiana state abstaining; possibly because former residents have been more concerned recovering loss family members than actual jobs. Many of us are educated; highlighted amongst degrees that have eroded to "minimum" in this harshly competitive society. For those of us unfortunate to afford higher education, we can thank that to the idea to increase students loans buy 2%. Thus, making much harder for persons to obtain college education.
After students spend a minimum of four or more years in college, they are exiting to find out that the payback rate and job markets make the college experience appear "useless." Mr. President, the term "useless" is a harsh term to push towards bettering education. But you try owing $32,786.04 in student loans while barely surpassing minimum wage. Mr. President is this the only way?
Mr. President, give the American people credit. Many of us have had no other choice but to except the logic and reasoning of yourself and elected officials since you came on board in 2001. But with the prospering troubles surrounding Iraq, George Allen's racial comments, Mark Foley's email sex scandal, Curt Weldon's investigation, the plea of Bob Ney and resignations from some of your own choosing, perhaps you owe several American citizens an explanation.
Sincerely,
American Citizen
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Post a CommentIt's been a pleasure Jerrell. That goes for you as well, Paul.
Dayum.. We gotta get you guys on C-SPAN radio!
Now, Paul, I know you disagree and that is fine. It is an ideological difference. That's the beauty of this country. We can debate these topics without animosity, and there is merit to both sides of the argument. Do I think government should help narrow the gap between rich and poor? Yes, but not by taking from one taxpayer to give to another. That will never solve the problem. I don't why I continue arguing with you over this. You will not change my mind and I will not change yours. I can live with that.
And finally, I get my research on taxes from the IRS. Tax rates by income level are public knowledge. The "rich" top 1% pay over one-third of all income taxes according to the IRS. And that's what actually gets paid. The point is the answer always seems to be "tax the rich," but it's the non-rich making that argument. Know why? It's not their money. Doesn't affect their bottom line. As long as someone else is footing the bill, who cares? I think a progressive tax is fundamentally unfair. To me it does not matter if someone can afford it or not. If Bill Gates pays 10% and I pay 10%, I guarantee he is still paying a hell of a lot more in taxes than I am. He should not have to pay 35% when I pay 10% just because he can afford it.
And I wasn't making a comparison on corruption in the sense of one for one analyses. The point was that the corruption portion of the article was one-sided. All I was asking for was an acknowledgment that corruption is rampant in Congress, and whether or not anyone wants to admit it, it does occur on both sides of the aisle. Don't let your emotions get you too wrapped up, Paul. I personally think the entire Congress needs to be changed out.
Paul, I didn't dispute that jobs and education are in our best interest. What I dispute is that they are rights. Legally, they are not rights. That can be fixed through the Congress, but the notion that we are somehow entitled to these things from government is simply not the case. Would we be better off if more people went to college? Of course we would. But that ideal does not translate automatically into a right provided by the Constitution or our laws. If the people want it, there is a process for making it happen. That's my point.
Lastly Greg, you have got to do some more research on taxes. I'm telling you that you are incorrect in your thought that the rich pay too much in taxes. It just simply is not the case. There is no evidence that demonstrates this theory. Even the governmnets own analysis of the Bush tax cuts show that the rich make out like bandits - not to mention the corporations that weasel out of their fair share of taxes by incorporating on tropical islands and such. The rich get away with murder when it comes to taxes and the middle class ends up with the bill.
Thanks for coming through Paul.
As for corruption Greg - There is no comparison between any corruption on the Dem side with that of the Republicans today. There just simply is no comparison. The Abramoff thing involves almost exclusively Republicans, and that is possibly the greatest case of corruption in the history of the country. The cronyism among Republicans is out of control compared to Dems. Shady links between big business lobbyists and Republicans far surpasses that of Dems. Honestly, it is mostly a result of the "K Street Project" strategy of the Republicans - this is all undeniable Greg, seriously.
But Greg, with regard to your comments on work and college - Don't you believe it is in our national interest to try and allow for enough work for everyone, fair wages and TRULY affordable college? This opinion in which the "free market" is the end all be all for solving our problems is a position proven false. Look where supply side, under regulated market has given us? The gap between rich and poor is growing wider and wider, social mobility is stagnant and we are a severely under-educated populace...