Posted on 03/29/2011 8:57:23 PM PDT by Christus_Rex
Yes, tax the Super Rich. Tax them now. Before the other 99% rise up, trigger a new American Revolution, a meltdown and the Great Depression 2.
We know the Super Rich don’t care. Not about you. Nor the American public. They can’t see. Can’t hear. Stay trapped in their Forbes-400 bubble. An echo chamber that isolates them. They see the public as faceless workers, customers, taxpayers. See GOP power on the ascent. Reaganomics is back. Unions on the run. Clueless masses are easily manipulated.
Even Obama is secretly working with the GOP, will never touch his Super Rich donors. Yes, the Super-Rich Delusion is that powerful, infecting all America.
Here’s how one savvy insider who knows described this Super-Rich Delusion: “The top 1% live privileged lives, aren’t worried about much. Families vacation at the best resorts. Their big concerns are finding the best Pilates teacher, best masseuse, best surgeons, best private schools. They aren’t concerned with the underlying deterioration of America or the world, except in the abstract, because they aren’t directly affected by it. That’s not to say they aren’t sympathetic, aware, or don’t talk about the issues you bring up. They are largely concerned with protecting and enhancing their socio-economic positions, ensuring their families live well. And nothing you write about will change things.”
(Excerpt) Read more at marketwatch.com ...
You should have been around to talk to my mother when I was that age. Your insight would have given her food for thought!
All right. That's it.
No birthday cake for you.
Nope. Unlike the Air Force, ‘standing watch’ in the Coast Guard actually requires that you stand up and watch for things.
However, there’s no rule saying you can’t sing, although it’s frowned upon by the current command. So not while the new XO is on the bridge.
Said XO has a stick up his a$$. He used to be at the Academy, so, you know, getting any enjoyment out of your job is out.
We’re back. Had a bunch of things to do Out, but they’re done. In time, as I was beginning to feel a bit punk. Cold today, with intermittent hail & downpours, though sunny right now.
Wouldn’t you love to just hit “Delete?”
I’ve hated this day because it’s been “warm” and humid. The skies to the north are dark and ugly, but the humidity is worse. You would NOT like the climate!
How is LoM? You are both in my prayers.
I'm sure we could find her a piping instructor...
Perhaps some birthday toast?
As a military wife for 30 years, I can say this: XO’s are generally buttheads. It’s mostly because they have no idea how the “other half” lives. We can only hope they get what they deserve, “some day.”
Hang tough, Anoreth. And never lose sight of your aspirations.
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She's doing fairly well. A restful day helps.
Hey!
You’d hate it here today: Overcast but WARM!
I’m so sorry, Sion. LoM is one of my favorite people!
(But don’t tell her I said so!!)
My prayers are always for you both.
A new JO puking on his shoes might be nice.
Nice to see you back online.
You forgot the ‘fees’ on whatever it is. Checking accounts, user accounts, utility EPA fees, etc., etc.....
Just letting the page auto-scroll upward while I was doing some catch-up reading, when my eyes flashed over your post, and my brain registered "Abstinence..."
It sounds like the start of something a kid once said to Art Linkletter.
Meringue makes me wanna merengue.
ROTFL!!!
I can relate to that!
Another trip (SF) booked. Alaska Air finally relented and gave me a flight that didn't depart at 6:15 AM. This is a leisurely 10 AM departure. Hotel a half mile from meeting facility.
Advised I will have approval to book the Germany trip, but to hold off until Monday. Oh well.
You only say that because you know I know Narnia!
I’m so HAPPY to be back, I can’t even begin to tell you!!
A FRiend sent me the entire collection of Narnia, so I’m thankful that I’ve been givin a new window into Life. Thanks for being who you are!
FReepmail me with your perspective on Narnia...please?
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