[Lurker]

I've had this little tidbit confirmed by the man I helped to elect Mayor of my town.

"We need the money." he said.

"For what?" I asked.

"Well, we need it for lots of things." he replied.

"You mean you have to make criminals out of us to pay for the Fire Department, Street Department, Water Department, and Police Department?" I asked.

"Oh no. We need it for all the other programs we run."

I told him that not only could he be sure I wouldn't knock on any doors for him next election, I'd actively oppose his re-election. Now this is a guy I've worked with for nearly 10 years in various volunteer capacities in my little Village.

I have to tell you I'm pretty ashamed of myself. I thought I knew this guy pretty well.

Never again, never again.

L

[elkfersupper]

I have had a similar experience.

It's pretty rough being treated like a whore without being either paid or enjoying the benefits of intercourse.