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Reply to Middle Class Tax Cut in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]I'm just asking the guy to put up or shut up.[/quote] Perhaps a donation to the treasury of a patriotic portion of the 750mil he raised? Wishful indeed; Hillary broke her ass for him like no other politician campaigned yet is he contributing to her debt?[quote]El Dude, you're asking the guy that wouldn't put his hand over his heart for the national anthem to be patriotic? Come on now, that would be uncharacteristic of him.[/quote]Man, you fight dirty!

Reply to Bush Hatred Reaches New Heights in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]I think I am going to look for a new planet.[/quote]Remember not to land on Pluto since it is no longer one.

Reply to A look at taxes as they are now in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]politicians have been proven to lie.[/quote] Except the Bush administration in terms of Iraq, of course.[quote]Do not tax investment. Do not tax small business, do not tax mid size businesses[/quote]...do not tax, period...dream on. Investments and re-investments of shares should be taxed since it is un earned. Re-investment in a business is not taxed; only the excess profit or salaries.

Reply to Redistribution in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]So it is with the modern day do-gooder.[/quote] Yes, the intolerable view to give a helping hand to the misfortunate. [quote]Why is that particular interpretation of fairness good?[/quote]Oh, a Comcastic speed demon, eh? Give the turtle a break.

Reply to Gitmo and Liberal Shame in Politics JoeUser Forums

Frankly, from my liberal stance, I see nothing wrong with Gitmo that some reform measures wouldn't correct. After all, a brig is a brig no matter where it's located. In the heat of Abu Graib there were cries to tear it down; it is my understanding it still stands.

Reply to Gitmo and Liberal Shame in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]One of my major bones to pick with the U.S. government was how we were treated on returning from Vietnam and how the so called "boat people" we treated when they came to America.[/quote] Treated a hell of lot better than Mexicans crossing the border.[quote]Since 1943 the US flamethowers used napalm as fuel.[/quote]Redundant in a sense deapite its modifications and it still burns deeply.

Reply to When Liberals Become Conservative in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]It is funny to see StevenDedalus arguing like a classical conservative though.[/quote] Au contraire! It's not that I echo the new deal and good old days of the ninety day warranty and 1,000 mile oil change, but I do feverishly believe in bargaining rights which nevetheless to not necessarily always favor unions. The UAW should not be the fall guy, though it deserves a long overdue kick in the ass for protecting ancient pensions as opposed to horrible layoffs in the hundreds of

Reply to When Liberals Become Conservative in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]I am a liberal opposed to the auto industry bailout. Just to let you know. Be well.[/quote] Cowardice.[e digicons]8C[/e] [quote]Yeah there will be some backlash at first but it will recover.[/quote] You profess to be a hardworking citizen whether unionized or not. but you don't seem to give a damn for those facing layoffs. [quote]Its not like the jobs are gonna get outsources to india or something[/quote]Ther's nothing to prevent the Big 3 from continuing their overseas

The Credit Monster in Politics JoeUser Forums

Since WAMU went under with a reserve of $45 for every $10,000 loaned, I shudder to think what the ratios of government bailouts are. I suppose with the exclusive right other than counterfeiters to print the Fed’s own money, it probably does not technically apply; on the other hand, the Fed does pretend to "borrow" in order to meet the demands of the bailouts. They keep saying the "taxpayer"—actually China taxpayers—must be protec

Reply to Redistribution in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]The rich got richer and the poor got richer too.[/quote]Granted, this country when compared with the emerging nations, but we have different standards and the wealth gap makes the perception virtually embarrassing. Nor can it be denied that millions of the ostensibly lowlife are barely subsisting and are not open to normal opportunities. It is unfortunate that as wealthy grow to the point that it perceives itself as a blesséd aristocracy, they become cal

Reply to Thanksgiving List in Politics JoeUser Forums

They are willing to put Bush to rest; apparently you guys are not.

Reply to A conversation about taxes in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]Yes it is a cost of doing business. And like all costs, it must be offset.[/quote] Definitely like Ford selling its five corporate jets for starters. [quote]YOur first statement is false. America had no taxes for 140years, and grew very well, so that is patently false.[/quote]Income tax was not considered because there was barely any income other than what workers needed to subsist. The Barons were never taxed because they controlled everything. If you want to go back to t

Reply to A conversation about taxes in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]if unions strike, they're hurting the company,[/quote]I suppose you mean "spiting" the company. Strikes are a last resort if collective bargaining goes nowhere. I trust you're also against collective bargaining and any kind of labor rights. The economy is not the USMC! Semper fi.[e digicons]}:)[/e]

Reply to Where Would General Motors Be Without the United Automobile Workers Union? in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]And that is why you find them more often working together, instead of working at odds.[/quote]You're old enough to know better that the great history of the American automobile was responsible for so many jobs and wealth for the nation for a hundred years.

Reply to Earned Income Tax Credit in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]Because jobs were not being created.[/quote]Only because FDR was wimpish in spending.

Reply to Middle Class Tax Cut in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]WHat has Obama been doing for the past year?[/quote]He let Biden carry the ball--pay more taxes dammit and you shall feel the thrill of patriotism.

Reply to Bush Hatred Reaches New Heights in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]And here I thought they were the Pharisees.[/quote]Actually the Trinity.[e digicons]:(O[/e] [quote]They're already laying the groundwork to blame Bush for any of BO's failures.[/quote]As Bush in his firsst year blamed Clinton for the bubbling recession.

Atheism and Religion Stay Out of It. in Politics JoeUser Forums

According to an article in Newsweek an atheist can be pro life. Oh, really? The inference here is that this is an oddity and that most atheists and secularists are consequently free choice. The truth is that both sides are irrelevant to a woman's right to choose one way or another. A secularist woman is free to choose life or abortion as is a religious woman free to choose either. The woman is not railroaded by conscience or belief but rather the comfort or discomfort of h

Reply to A conversation about taxes in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]Brad never said anything spiteful. Indeed, his response was calm, rational and made good business sense. Your response is UAW 101 - and the reason the big 3 are in trouble.[/quote] How about cutting off the nose to spite the face--known as SMB 101. Small business always counters with the threat of layoffs when taxes are raised or minimum wage is flirted with. If there were no taxes ever; business would not grow any more. Tax is nothing but integrated operation costs as is labor. &

Reply to Where Would General Motors Be Without the United Automobile Workers Union? in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]There is flexibility - once you get out of the rust belt and the UAW.[/quote] In the union free southern states, the only flexibility is in management; labor has no rights.

Reply to Obama is a gift to the Republicans in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]regurgitated the same lies the media did.[/quote]What else is new? Pretty much the same kind of lies when Clinton was in office.

Reply to Earned Income Tax Credit in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]These people for the most part need a guiding hand and have lost the way in life, while others really need this help to clean up ... some just fell on hard times and just need to be shown someone gives a shit to get back on thier feet.[/quote] Return to the New Deal's CCC and WPA--putting people back to work is the key.

Reply to Gitmo and Liberal Shame in Politics JoeUser Forums

As an old Marine would say, "Hell, we don't take no prisoners." Much cleaner that way.

Reply to Thanksgiving List in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]In 4 years the democrats will still be running against W.[/quote]No, their attention will shift to Jeb or Sarah.

Reply to Middle Class Tax Cut in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]And dont promise any more![/quote]Yeah, like the rich are going to come through, eh? Why have they been on the sidelines--what the hell are they waiting for?