What is a "hat trick", you might ask? A "hat trick" is a technique used by a magician to distract the audience from what is really going. A "hat trick" is nothing more than a diversion.
So, what do I mean when I say the Arizona "hat trick"? I am talking about a deliberate diversion; I am saying that this administration's reaction to the Arizona immigration law is intended to take the focus off of something else they are doing. I believe this administration is trying to put the focus of the American people on anything other than the way our government passed the healthcare reform law.
This administration is not stupid. They know very well that the American people were severely angered by the process used to push healthcare reform through Congress. And, they know that the American people are going to do something about it, once they get the chance. Of course, they also know that the American people have a very short attention span. Put this with the fact that this administration believes that they can manipulate public opinion (given enough time), and you can see why a "hat trick" makes good strategic sense (from their point of view). After all, why wouldn't this administration think this would work? Particularly when this is precisely how they manipulated the public to get the votes they needed to get elected. They are thinking: The American people fell for it before - they will fall for it again. Okay, maybe I am being a bit too cynical. Nevertheless, this administration knows that if they do not find a way to take the public's collective mind off the way healthcare reform was passed, the Democratic Party is going to potentially lose both the House and the Senate in the November election. That is a mighty big motivator for a "hat trick"; wouldn't you say? The American people must not forget the despicable behavior of our government representatives during the healthcare reform process; the American people must not be distracted by the "hat trick".
The fact is, the Arizona immigration law is a law. And, laws are supposed to be enforced. Otherwise, there's no reason to have the law in the first place. If we are going to selectively enforce laws in this country, then we run the risk of having all our laws questioned and selectively enforced. What kind of country will this be, if all the citizens were to just choose the laws that they wanted to obey? It's called anarchy. And, it is a sure fire way to tear the country completely apart. This country has succeeded because of the way laws are made to reflect the values of our society. If we politicize the enforcement of laws, then we run the risk of encouraging anarchy. It's bad enough that our elected officials are all above the law. That is, our elected officials have a different set of laws, than us average working class Americans. What kind of example does this set for the average working class American? The Arizona law needs to be enforced; just like every law needs to be enforced: equally and without prejudice. Isn't that what "government of, by and for the people" really means?
My cynical side also came up with a really good conspiracy theory. This administration is so aggressive in trying to control and micro-manage everything, I could actually see them rationalizing the elimination of "States Rights"; based on the inability of states to get along on this issue. I can see this administration trying to eliminate or weaken the states ability to put laws (like this immigration law) in place. Cynical, huh? Well, it kind of seems to me that the government wants to be involved in every aspect of everything. So, maybe this is not so cynical after all.
Arizona, a Sovereign State within the United States of America, made a new immigration law; which is within its rights as a Sovereign State. I find it dispicable that this administration is trying politicize this law for its own political gain. Oh, and not matter what this administration does to try to distract from how the healthcare reform was passed into law, I (for one) will never forget. I voted for the incumbent Democratic congressman. And, I am going to be walking neighborhoods till November, to make sure he does not get re-elected.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Student Loans
I am happy to see that the government is taking over student loans.
Current day politics has come down to either trusting government more than industry, or, trusting industry more than government. Well, I believe our founders intended for a system of checks and balances. That is, I think there are times when the government should step in and protect it's citizens. And,to be clear, I think this should be when the citizens want and have asked for the government's help. But, for the most part, I am like most Americans: I want the government to stay out of private industry; and, specifically, to stay out of my private life!
Here's the thing. I would not have been able to go to college and earn a degree, had it not been for government managed, low interest student loans. I believe that it is in the best interest of our country, when people, who have the brains to do more, are empowered to get a better education. After all, isn't the American Dream about being able to live up to your full potential? How can the average person do this? Win the lottery? Get lucky and come up with a great idea? I submit that the path to the American Dream is through education. And, I believe that every American should have the opportunity to get a better education.
Now, let me define what I mean by having "the opportunity to get a better education". First, this is a loan. And, it should be treated like a loan; meaning that it should be paid back! Otherwise it becomes a grant - which is a fancy word for entitlement. I am not in favor of entitlements of any kind. Further, I believe that all grant programs need to be terminated; in favor of loan programs.
Oh, and one more thing: I am not in favor of the way this became law. While I am happy to see the government providing low interest student loans to our next generation of leaders and innovators, I am not happy that this bill was passed using legal trickery. At some point the Democratic "ruling party" had better wake up and realize that they work for the American people. The Democratic "ruling party" seems to think the American people are gonna forget what they have done. I will take that bet! Elections are just around the corner. And, I for one will be working very hard to make sure Americans do not forget the Democratic "ruling party's" unforgivable sin. So, I really cannot say congratulations on getting the student loan program put in place; even though I think it is a good idea. The way this legislation was put in place was not acceptable.
A note to Republicans: be careful. This is the kind of issue that reminds us independents that you are polarized towards enabling business - no matter what. Money does not grow on trees. Sometimes people need help dealing with economic disadvantages. The Republican "business at any cost approach", is precisely why you were voted out of power in 2006 and again in 2008. The average working class American is not happy with corporate executives, that earn millions of dollars a year in salary. And, this is what the Democrats play to: that sentiment. Thus, there are gonna be times when the government should provide programs, that will help the average working class person to have the opportunity to get a better education. Better educated Americans will ultimately stimulate our economy, and, help to maintain a middle class. This student loan program is a good program, that should have been passed in the first place. Shame on you for not thinking of the American people; other than when it is convenient for you to do so.
And finally, a note to Democrats: make sure this loan program does not become yet another entitlement program. As an independent, I am okay with a progressive tax system. But, that is as far as it goes.
Current day politics has come down to either trusting government more than industry, or, trusting industry more than government. Well, I believe our founders intended for a system of checks and balances. That is, I think there are times when the government should step in and protect it's citizens. And,to be clear, I think this should be when the citizens want and have asked for the government's help. But, for the most part, I am like most Americans: I want the government to stay out of private industry; and, specifically, to stay out of my private life!
Here's the thing. I would not have been able to go to college and earn a degree, had it not been for government managed, low interest student loans. I believe that it is in the best interest of our country, when people, who have the brains to do more, are empowered to get a better education. After all, isn't the American Dream about being able to live up to your full potential? How can the average person do this? Win the lottery? Get lucky and come up with a great idea? I submit that the path to the American Dream is through education. And, I believe that every American should have the opportunity to get a better education.
Now, let me define what I mean by having "the opportunity to get a better education". First, this is a loan. And, it should be treated like a loan; meaning that it should be paid back! Otherwise it becomes a grant - which is a fancy word for entitlement. I am not in favor of entitlements of any kind. Further, I believe that all grant programs need to be terminated; in favor of loan programs.
Oh, and one more thing: I am not in favor of the way this became law. While I am happy to see the government providing low interest student loans to our next generation of leaders and innovators, I am not happy that this bill was passed using legal trickery. At some point the Democratic "ruling party" had better wake up and realize that they work for the American people. The Democratic "ruling party" seems to think the American people are gonna forget what they have done. I will take that bet! Elections are just around the corner. And, I for one will be working very hard to make sure Americans do not forget the Democratic "ruling party's" unforgivable sin. So, I really cannot say congratulations on getting the student loan program put in place; even though I think it is a good idea. The way this legislation was put in place was not acceptable.
A note to Republicans: be careful. This is the kind of issue that reminds us independents that you are polarized towards enabling business - no matter what. Money does not grow on trees. Sometimes people need help dealing with economic disadvantages. The Republican "business at any cost approach", is precisely why you were voted out of power in 2006 and again in 2008. The average working class American is not happy with corporate executives, that earn millions of dollars a year in salary. And, this is what the Democrats play to: that sentiment. Thus, there are gonna be times when the government should provide programs, that will help the average working class person to have the opportunity to get a better education. Better educated Americans will ultimately stimulate our economy, and, help to maintain a middle class. This student loan program is a good program, that should have been passed in the first place. Shame on you for not thinking of the American people; other than when it is convenient for you to do so.
And finally, a note to Democrats: make sure this loan program does not become yet another entitlement program. As an independent, I am okay with a progressive tax system. But, that is as far as it goes.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
What did you expect?
"This is what change looks like". What kind of statement is that? The context of this statement could have been a lecture; like that of a parent to a child, when the parent is trying to instruct a child on the proper way to handle a particular situation. Isn't this the kind of thing that one person would say to another, if the person making the statement thought the other person did not understand what was meant by the word "change"? Or, at least, wouldn't this kind of statement lead a rational person to believe that the person making the statement is trying to some how instruct the person (or people) that the statement is being made to?
So, why would someone make this kind of statement; after a health care bill, that the majority of the people in the United States did not want, passed through congress? Well (rolls eyes in a condescending manner), the American people cannot possibly know what is good for themselves. So, we, the Democratic Leadership, are just going to have to make those decision for them (uniformed and illiterate as they are).
If we, the American People, are as stupid as our Democratic Leadership would like to contend, then whose fault is that? In case you have forgotten, all the schools through High School are run according to government mandated instruction programs. So, what, we are all just too dumb or lazy to learn anything in school? If we are as stupid as you think we are, whose fault is that? Yeah, we the American people were dumb enough to fall for the Democratic Road Game. But, that was a momentary lapse in judgment, not a systemic indication of stupidity. Come on! We are not stupid. And, we do not like being treated like we are not smart enough to make important decisions about our lives. But, I digress.
So, what is the real reason behind the "This is what change looks like" comment? Well, the only thing that I can think of is utter disrespect for the American People. It's either lack of respect, or, an agenda that is profoundly contrary to the majority of our cultural values. I do not say this lightly. And, I am very much aware that the Republican Talking Heads have been saying this for a couple of years now. As an independent thinker, and an American that has tried to find the positive in every situation, I have been hoping that the talking heads were wrong. I hereby apologize to all the Republican Talking Heads (even you Rush). I was absolutely and completely caught off guard by the audacity of the "This is what change looks like" comment. The utter arrogance of this statement, in light of the situation, was both appalling and insulting.
To be fair, I think I figured out the motivation behind this statement; after hours of contemplation. I suspect that the speech writers wanted a "Mission Accomplished" moment (recall Bush on the aircraft carrier). Well, guys and gals, you got it. I think this comment went over as well as the Bush "Mission Accomplished" statement went over. I get it. The President promised change. The President said on election night that change had come to America. Now, he is saying that he accomplished the change he promised. To bad the change is not what the American People wanted or needed. To bad the statement came across as arrogant and condescending. But, I guess I should not be surprised. After all, this administration has not thought anything through; they are simply on an idealistic binge. That seems to be the one true trademark of this administration: doesn't think things through. From the Air Force One flyby over the Statue of Liberty, to the passing of legislation (using bribery and coercion) that will almost surely guarantee that Democrats loose lots of seats in the House and Senate.
What did I expect?
I was hoping that the deal making and corruption in Washington would stop. That is the change I was hoping for. That is the change I was counting on. But, that has not been the case. Instead, I see things in Washington are as corrupt as ever. The only change, is the political party doing the dirty deals. The irony is that I am still hearing the Democrats blame Bush; as if it's some kind of excuse for their behavior. Let's be clear about this: the corruption was not acceptable under the Bush administration, and, it is not acceptable now. Using Bush (or any republican - for that matter) as an excuse for spending trillions of tax payer's hard earned dollars is despicable.
Up to the "This is what change looks like" comment, I was not thinking that the admistration has some kind of idealistic libral agenda. I have been hoping that this administration would do what Clinton did, and govern from the middle. This administration, however, seems to think they have some kind of majical influence with the American People. I suspect they are not gonna change - ever. After all, they know what is best for the American People.
So, why would someone make this kind of statement; after a health care bill, that the majority of the people in the United States did not want, passed through congress? Well (rolls eyes in a condescending manner), the American people cannot possibly know what is good for themselves. So, we, the Democratic Leadership, are just going to have to make those decision for them (uniformed and illiterate as they are).
If we, the American People, are as stupid as our Democratic Leadership would like to contend, then whose fault is that? In case you have forgotten, all the schools through High School are run according to government mandated instruction programs. So, what, we are all just too dumb or lazy to learn anything in school? If we are as stupid as you think we are, whose fault is that? Yeah, we the American people were dumb enough to fall for the Democratic Road Game. But, that was a momentary lapse in judgment, not a systemic indication of stupidity. Come on! We are not stupid. And, we do not like being treated like we are not smart enough to make important decisions about our lives. But, I digress.
So, what is the real reason behind the "This is what change looks like" comment? Well, the only thing that I can think of is utter disrespect for the American People. It's either lack of respect, or, an agenda that is profoundly contrary to the majority of our cultural values. I do not say this lightly. And, I am very much aware that the Republican Talking Heads have been saying this for a couple of years now. As an independent thinker, and an American that has tried to find the positive in every situation, I have been hoping that the talking heads were wrong. I hereby apologize to all the Republican Talking Heads (even you Rush). I was absolutely and completely caught off guard by the audacity of the "This is what change looks like" comment. The utter arrogance of this statement, in light of the situation, was both appalling and insulting.
To be fair, I think I figured out the motivation behind this statement; after hours of contemplation. I suspect that the speech writers wanted a "Mission Accomplished" moment (recall Bush on the aircraft carrier). Well, guys and gals, you got it. I think this comment went over as well as the Bush "Mission Accomplished" statement went over. I get it. The President promised change. The President said on election night that change had come to America. Now, he is saying that he accomplished the change he promised. To bad the change is not what the American People wanted or needed. To bad the statement came across as arrogant and condescending. But, I guess I should not be surprised. After all, this administration has not thought anything through; they are simply on an idealistic binge. That seems to be the one true trademark of this administration: doesn't think things through. From the Air Force One flyby over the Statue of Liberty, to the passing of legislation (using bribery and coercion) that will almost surely guarantee that Democrats loose lots of seats in the House and Senate.
What did I expect?
I was hoping that the deal making and corruption in Washington would stop. That is the change I was hoping for. That is the change I was counting on. But, that has not been the case. Instead, I see things in Washington are as corrupt as ever. The only change, is the political party doing the dirty deals. The irony is that I am still hearing the Democrats blame Bush; as if it's some kind of excuse for their behavior. Let's be clear about this: the corruption was not acceptable under the Bush administration, and, it is not acceptable now. Using Bush (or any republican - for that matter) as an excuse for spending trillions of tax payer's hard earned dollars is despicable.
Up to the "This is what change looks like" comment, I was not thinking that the admistration has some kind of idealistic libral agenda. I have been hoping that this administration would do what Clinton did, and govern from the middle. This administration, however, seems to think they have some kind of majical influence with the American People. I suspect they are not gonna change - ever. After all, they know what is best for the American People.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
We are Watching!
My fellow Americans,
It is time for action. No matter what your involvement prior to this moment, your fellow Americans need you now more than ever.
We need to send a message to our elected representation in Washington D.C. And, since they do not seem to be able to understand us (the American People), we need to keep it very direct and very simple. Please do the following:
1) Forward this message to everyone you can. Now is the time for all Americans to let their voices be heard.
2) Get the email and phone numbers for your:
a) Congressional Representative - http://www.senate.gov/reference/common/faq/How_to_contact_senators.htm
b) Senators - https://writerep.house.gov/writerep/welcome.shtml
3) Send each of your elected representatives the following very simple message:
"We, the American People, are Watching ..."
That's it! It's not hard to do. And, it will not take much of your time. Keep it simple. Set the example.
Come on America, make your voices heard!
It is time for action. No matter what your involvement prior to this moment, your fellow Americans need you now more than ever.
We need to send a message to our elected representation in Washington D.C. And, since they do not seem to be able to understand us (the American People), we need to keep it very direct and very simple. Please do the following:
1) Forward this message to everyone you can. Now is the time for all Americans to let their voices be heard.
2) Get the email and phone numbers for your:
a) Congressional Representative - http://www.senate.gov/reference/common/faq/How_to_contact_senators.htm
b) Senators - https://writerep.house.gov/writerep/welcome.shtml
3) Send each of your elected representatives the following very simple message:
"We, the American People, are Watching ..."
That's it! It's not hard to do. And, it will not take much of your time. Keep it simple. Set the example.
Come on America, make your voices heard!
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Founding Fathers
Thank God our Founding Fathers had the vision to construct a government with multiple branches. They were very much afraid of one branch of government gaining too much power. Thus, the "checks and balances" of a government with three branches was born.
This Administration motivated the American People with a message of hope and change. Were these just words on a TelePrompTer? Did you not understand the change the American People wanted? Let me spell it out for you: We the people wanted (and still want) a government with integrity. We did not (and do not) want all the back room deals that are required to get legislation through Congress. We did not (and do not) want government elitists, who think they know better than us; what is good for us. Did you not understand the message from those Patriotic, Independent thinking voters in Massachusetts?
The American people elected you, Mr. Obama, because they thought you were going to work on their behalf. Instead, you are off on some idealistic binge. We, the American People, are not mindless serfs to be ruled by a bunch of elitists. We are a free and independent thinking people, who want our government representatives to remember that they work for us.
Case in Point: What is the deal with this health care reform summit? You are having a summit with the very people that have already proven that they are not listening to the American people? What do you hope to gain from this? It does not make sense. Unless ... you are not listening to the American people either. What else could it be? You are still on an idealistic health care agenda, rather than taking care of fixing the economy and creating jobs. You seem to think that you can put the republicans "on the spot" about this legislation. Listen up - the Republicans are not the problem! Government Elitists are the problem! If you really wanted to do something on health care, then why not just take those issues that would most benefit the largest portion of the American population? Eliminate all the pork-barrel deals - you would not need them if the legislation benefited a larger segment of the population. How about a "keep it simple stupid" approach? Perhaps, you should have brought in some of the average Americans to your summit; some of the folks who are going to get stuck with the bill. At least they would be working for the American people, and, not trying to make deals for lobbyists.
Now that the American People understand what you meant by change, Mr. Obama, we are gonna make some changes ourselves. We call it operation "Throw the Bums out!" It's time to put people in Congress, who understand their responsibilities to the American People.
It's time for checks and balances!
This Administration motivated the American People with a message of hope and change. Were these just words on a TelePrompTer? Did you not understand the change the American People wanted? Let me spell it out for you: We the people wanted (and still want) a government with integrity. We did not (and do not) want all the back room deals that are required to get legislation through Congress. We did not (and do not) want government elitists, who think they know better than us; what is good for us. Did you not understand the message from those Patriotic, Independent thinking voters in Massachusetts?
The American people elected you, Mr. Obama, because they thought you were going to work on their behalf. Instead, you are off on some idealistic binge. We, the American People, are not mindless serfs to be ruled by a bunch of elitists. We are a free and independent thinking people, who want our government representatives to remember that they work for us.
Case in Point: What is the deal with this health care reform summit? You are having a summit with the very people that have already proven that they are not listening to the American people? What do you hope to gain from this? It does not make sense. Unless ... you are not listening to the American people either. What else could it be? You are still on an idealistic health care agenda, rather than taking care of fixing the economy and creating jobs. You seem to think that you can put the republicans "on the spot" about this legislation. Listen up - the Republicans are not the problem! Government Elitists are the problem! If you really wanted to do something on health care, then why not just take those issues that would most benefit the largest portion of the American population? Eliminate all the pork-barrel deals - you would not need them if the legislation benefited a larger segment of the population. How about a "keep it simple stupid" approach? Perhaps, you should have brought in some of the average Americans to your summit; some of the folks who are going to get stuck with the bill. At least they would be working for the American people, and, not trying to make deals for lobbyists.
Now that the American People understand what you meant by change, Mr. Obama, we are gonna make some changes ourselves. We call it operation "Throw the Bums out!" It's time to put people in Congress, who understand their responsibilities to the American People.
It's time for checks and balances!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
No More Excuses!
News Flash!
Bush is no longer President!
Listen up, you Government Elitists. Do you really think the Independent voters of this country are still buying the "Blame Bush" mantra? If you think this tactic is going to continue to work, you are sadly mistaken. The Independent voters of this country put you, Mr. Obama, into office, because you told us that you were different. You told us that you were going to change the way politics is conducted in Washington. Well, I don't see any change; except for the labels on the Government Elitists wielding the power. Washington is just as corrupt as it was when you were elected; maybe even more so. Legislators are still making deals in order to pass legislation. So, what has changed? Our government representatives are too busy taking care of themselves; they are not acting on behalf of their constituents.
Instead of focusing on approaches that would generate jobs, this administration and the congress have been trying to pass some idealistic health care reform. Have you ever heard the anecdote "Can't see the forest for the trees"? Why aren't you (government elitists) doing things that will generate jobs? Or, why aren't you at least doing things that will not cost jobs? Perhaps, if you had focused on policies that would fix the economy, before you went on this idealist health care binge, more Americans might have jobs. And, for you (government elitists) to try to blame the Bush administration for the economy, when, you have had a year to address the issue, is ... despicable. Yes, despicable. You have been focusing on health care. You took your collective eyes off the ball. You are responsible for the economic mess we are in today. It's that simple.
Read the polls; the majority of Americans are convinced that
health care reform is not going to benefit them. And, they are
right. Every deal in this bill is hurting some American, somewhere. It is unethical, immoral, and, it should be criminal.
You Government Elitists believe that the American
people are not smart enough to know what will benefit them. So,
instead of focusing on jobs, you are blaming the Bush administration,
and working on idealistic health care reform. Well, if you wanted health care reform, why not listen to your constituents? Americans have been telling you what they need. But, instead of listening to the voices of Americans, you (government elitists) are listening to the lobbyists and the special interests. If you had listened to the American people, you would not have been forced to make a bunch of deals to get the legislation approved. And, you might have actually done something that would have benefited the American people.
We the people are not as dumb as you might think. We want Government representatives that will:
Bush is no longer President!
Listen up, you Government Elitists. Do you really think the Independent voters of this country are still buying the "Blame Bush" mantra? If you think this tactic is going to continue to work, you are sadly mistaken. The Independent voters of this country put you, Mr. Obama, into office, because you told us that you were different. You told us that you were going to change the way politics is conducted in Washington. Well, I don't see any change; except for the labels on the Government Elitists wielding the power. Washington is just as corrupt as it was when you were elected; maybe even more so. Legislators are still making deals in order to pass legislation. So, what has changed? Our government representatives are too busy taking care of themselves; they are not acting on behalf of their constituents.
Instead of focusing on approaches that would generate jobs, this administration and the congress have been trying to pass some idealistic health care reform. Have you ever heard the anecdote "Can't see the forest for the trees"? Why aren't you (government elitists) doing things that will generate jobs? Or, why aren't you at least doing things that will not cost jobs? Perhaps, if you had focused on policies that would fix the economy, before you went on this idealist health care binge, more Americans might have jobs. And, for you (government elitists) to try to blame the Bush administration for the economy, when, you have had a year to address the issue, is ... despicable. Yes, despicable. You have been focusing on health care. You took your collective eyes off the ball. You are responsible for the economic mess we are in today. It's that simple.
Read the polls; the majority of Americans are convinced that
health care reform is not going to benefit them. And, they are
right. Every deal in this bill is hurting some American, somewhere. It is unethical, immoral, and, it should be criminal.
You Government Elitists believe that the American
people are not smart enough to know what will benefit them. So,
instead of focusing on jobs, you are blaming the Bush administration,
and working on idealistic health care reform. Well, if you wanted health care reform, why not listen to your constituents? Americans have been telling you what they need. But, instead of listening to the voices of Americans, you (government elitists) are listening to the lobbyists and the special interests. If you had listened to the American people, you would not have been forced to make a bunch of deals to get the legislation approved. And, you might have actually done something that would have benefited the American people.
We the people are not as dumb as you might think. We want Government representatives that will:
- Listen to their constituents
- Keep the real world interests of their constituents in mind during their decision processes
- Do their jobs, and, not just vote with their
political party
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Government Elitists
What is a Government Elitist? Well, a Government Elitist is a member of our government, that thinks they are better than the people they were elected to represent.
How do we know they are Elitist? Let's take a look at some examples.
Does the average American get automatic pay raises?
Well, the members of Congress all get automatic raises. In fact, they have to vote to stop a raise. What's up with that? Can anyone explain to me why that makes sense? These Elitists have tried to distract the American people, by criticizing Wall Street. What is ironic, is that these Elitists are the ones who are really taking advantage of the American people. This needs to stop! We need ethical government representation. We need a law that ties compensation for members of Congress to the minimum wage. They get a raise, when the average American gets a raise.
Does the average American get a life-long pensions for just a couple of years work?
Well, the members of Congress all have specialized pension plans. And, they get their pensions no matter what. This, while they are voting in legislation to dilute and remove pension benefits for the men and women who have defended our country for decades. Think about it: how much money could we save by not awarding all of these lavish benefits on our congressional representatives.? Why can't these congressional representatives live with the pension benefits that all Americans are expected to live with? We need to make sure our congressional representatives live with the laws (and consequences) they make. I think that if all government workers (including members of congress) had to live with Social Security, then, they would make sure it worked well. The problem is that Elitists like to make rules for the masses (us average Americans), and, then, they like to do what ever they want to do. They believe they are ... special. ;-)
Does the average American have a designer Health Care plan FOR LIFE?
Uh, no. The average American is lucky if they have a health care plan through their employer. Given the number of people we already have on the Medicare and Medicaid programs, it seems to me that we should be concentrating on improving the quality and efficiency of these programs. Well, there is no better way to motivate Members of Congress to fix these programs, than to make them (the members of congress) to use these same programs.
The bottom line is simple. These people work for us. So, how does it make since that they are able to determine their own compensation? We need a constitutional amendment, that forces any changes to the compensation for elected members of government, to be put to a national referendum. That is the one way to make sure there are no deals; it's the only way to ensure that we have ETHICAL behavior out of our elected officials.
Every average American has to live with the risk of losing their job. It's time for these Government Elitists to be held accountable. They should have to live with the same programs as the people that they are supposed to be representing. It's time for average Americans to take back their country!
Vote the Government Elitists out of office!
How do we know they are Elitist? Let's take a look at some examples.
Does the average American get automatic pay raises?
Well, the members of Congress all get automatic raises. In fact, they have to vote to stop a raise. What's up with that? Can anyone explain to me why that makes sense? These Elitists have tried to distract the American people, by criticizing Wall Street. What is ironic, is that these Elitists are the ones who are really taking advantage of the American people. This needs to stop! We need ethical government representation. We need a law that ties compensation for members of Congress to the minimum wage. They get a raise, when the average American gets a raise.
Does the average American get a life-long pensions for just a couple of years work?
Well, the members of Congress all have specialized pension plans. And, they get their pensions no matter what. This, while they are voting in legislation to dilute and remove pension benefits for the men and women who have defended our country for decades. Think about it: how much money could we save by not awarding all of these lavish benefits on our congressional representatives.? Why can't these congressional representatives live with the pension benefits that all Americans are expected to live with? We need to make sure our congressional representatives live with the laws (and consequences) they make. I think that if all government workers (including members of congress) had to live with Social Security, then, they would make sure it worked well. The problem is that Elitists like to make rules for the masses (us average Americans), and, then, they like to do what ever they want to do. They believe they are ... special. ;-)
Does the average American have a designer Health Care plan FOR LIFE?
Uh, no. The average American is lucky if they have a health care plan through their employer. Given the number of people we already have on the Medicare and Medicaid programs, it seems to me that we should be concentrating on improving the quality and efficiency of these programs. Well, there is no better way to motivate Members of Congress to fix these programs, than to make them (the members of congress) to use these same programs.
The bottom line is simple. These people work for us. So, how does it make since that they are able to determine their own compensation? We need a constitutional amendment, that forces any changes to the compensation for elected members of government, to be put to a national referendum. That is the one way to make sure there are no deals; it's the only way to ensure that we have ETHICAL behavior out of our elected officials.
Every average American has to live with the risk of losing their job. It's time for these Government Elitists to be held accountable. They should have to live with the same programs as the people that they are supposed to be representing. It's time for average Americans to take back their country!
Vote the Government Elitists out of office!
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