Posted on 02/21/2010 10:47:37 AM PST by Jersey Republican Biker Chick
The radio ads started running last week.
"When it comes to New Jersey politicians, the more things change, the more they stay the same. Governor Christie promised a new direction, but after a few weeks hes back to the old Trenton ways of doing business..."
The spot by the New Jersey Education Association was just the latest salvo in a rapidly escalating battle over Chris Christies efforts to cut the benefits and pensions of state and municipal workers.
It could be a long, drawn-out war.
(Excerpt) Read more at nj.com ...
“I recently found out that NJ teachers pay NOTHING for their health insurance. “
Neither do the teachers in the state I live. Nothing. That and the largest district has only a 48% graduation rate. 52% failure, and they want more.
Even better I know some teachers and the stimulus is being used to pay them Saturdays to take classes instead of using it for the students that are dealing with cuts in programs (created by teachers wanting their benefits & pay raises... screw the kids). That mind you is ‘creating jobs’.
It is almost financialy impossible to live in New Jersey due to taxes fees etc. etc.
I understand public unions were made permissible by a JFK Executive Order. All we need is a President with a spine...
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