[djf]

It’s not a “financial” question. Or a “Fiscal” question.

It’s a “Are we civilized or not” question.

Your actions are the answer.

Sorry. Not picking on you. But I am disgusted by the greed and wanton neglect of other folks. Men are MEN because they do what’s right. Not because they do what pays the most.

[listenhillary]

Your example of having every traveler bring a stone gave me the idea.

If avoidance of fire at all costs is a high priority, having a national sales tax to pay for it or forbidding construction of houses and structures from flammable materials is a solution.

Do we get a choice?

[Doe Eyes]

It’s not a “financial” question. Or a “Fiscal” question. It’s a “Are we civilized or not” question.

Those that lost their house opted out of their responsibilities to participate in a civilization as they refuse to contribute to the common good. Of course, when the SHTF they were the first in line with their hand out.