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Renounce it? -- they feed on it, whether overt or by inuendo.
What do I think? Frankly I derive a wee bit of comfort knowing that financial disruption is global and for once it's not just a domestic US problem. That don't solve anything; but at least we are not alone.
The republicans are the Greedy Obstructionist Party. They are made up of John birchers, Ayn Rand fanatics, those who believe in social Darwinsim but not evolution, and a substantial componet of racists.
Reince Preibus says the Republican Party is "in the campaign business." That pretty much says it all, doesn't it?
#38 ~cont~ Allow me to clarify my idea of the WRA ~ Workers Rights Administration. In a perfect world the government, with single-payer, social security, and subsidized affordable housing would be accountable for providing a great deal of basic human necessities for workers. This would considerably help companies maximize profits. Maximum profits are necessary to pay the taxes to cover the above services. The job of the WRA is to ensure that company's pay workers the best fair salary possible. After all, paychecks also provide taxable revenue necessary for providing the above services as well.
The government is the perfect entity to broker the labor deals because it has a vested interest in both sides of the table. Only this entity would be capable of preventing both sides from taking advantage of each other. That is what inevitably occurs whenever one side has the upper hand. The government will prevent abuse by pursuing the course that maximizes both pay and profit. They will ensure safe and productive working conditions and ensure that both labor and management go home on time and with a just compensation.
Of course, it must also be said that this plan will only succeed as intended after thorough Campaign Finance Reform is completed. Any implementation before that is complete would be a disaster!
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UNFAIR!?!?! Kend you ignorant bombastic prick!!!
...that being said, you do prove a point...To a capitalist, life is cheap and money trumps everything...including time with ones own family.
But I am sure you, Mr. Denim Tux, did it so your kids will have a better life! (sarcasim intended) And how let down you must feel, since as you have pointed out many times...Todays generation only complains, and doesn't want to sacrafice and work to get ahead. Gee...I wonder why!!!
Loren Bliss ~ No! Thank you! I took a quick look and your web site and can tell you right now that We the People owe you a great debt of gratitude. Please, keep following your heart and doing what you do best. We will follow and do our best. May God Bless all those who you struggle to help and may God Bless you as well. You serve as an example to us all! Keep up the good work and thanks again!
You is sooooo silly...You truely are.
10K. I know we need government but the big question is when does it end. I am just saying I have to know the rules and they have to be fixed for at least a few years in advance to help a private company budget. Your current adminasrtration doesn't get this. They are constantly talking about change , you as a business owner must know how hard this is on a business. Obama doesn't get it. Just look at the fact that he hasn't put together a budget yet.
I will say it again I like a flat tax simple and fair for everyone.
DAnneMarc: I not so sure about your comment, "slaves had it better than we do," but I have heard more than one person declare that prison would be a better alternative when contrasted to their impoverished lifestyles. In fact I believe some citizens have gotten arrested just to get healthcare.
Kend: I've known good business owners and bad ones. I ran my own screen printing business for about two years and did fine sharing the profits with all involved. One common denominator I've always noticed with unsuccessful ones is they always blame the government for their failures. So I have an idea, why don't we just declare our democratic government null and void. We get rid of the social safety nets, no labor laws to follow, no taxation, everything gets privatized. How long do you think it will take before the billionaire with the, biggest army, the largest weapons, and the most money not only tells you how to run your company, he seizes everything you own? This type of world has existed all through much of what we call history, you should read about it.
i had my grandchildren all after noon. But I can finally pour one. Cheers to the future. to you all
Thank you, DAnneMarc. You want to see more of my work -- I'm as much a social-documentary photographer as writer (and always more comfortable with a camera than a keyboard), go to Outside Agitator's Notebook at lorenbliss.typepad.com.
Cheers!!!
Kend, Klentz ~ Join me in a toast. If nothing less that we all recieve as we sow. If only this, the future will be a better world. Cheers! Happy St. Patrick's Day to everyone!
Kend ~ The government is not a labor union.This is why I suggest that they take the place of labor unions. They rely on corporate tax as much as individual income tax. They are the perfect broker for labor deals. Relax Kend! When I suggest something it usually takes into account all contingencies; especially those of the guiding financiers. In any event, it's just food for thought! Chew it up and see what happens. Personally, I'm always open to constructive criticism. Happy St. Patrick's Day. DAM.
Danne, the problem is I am expanding to the west coast and hiring two more guys. If there was that kind of government involvement I probably wouldn't do it. It is risky enough already. We have to increase sales by 1.6 million just to break even. I could loose a lot of money. I think the left forgets that part it seems you only see when companies are successful There was so may days I left before my kids where up and got home after they where a sleep. 7 days a week. To have the government dictate how I going to run my business after all that risk and sacrifice I made would be unfair.
You all have a great St Paddy's day.
Kend ~ You raise good points Kend; however, I feel that my idea about government mandated extended labor contracts is a very good place to start. Maybe, if it doesn't work we can all move to Canada. Just kidding about the moving to Canada. Happy St. Patrick's Day Kend!