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To: conservatism_IS_compassion
I think you and I are in agreement with only small differences on the details. Perhaps using a portion the oil as a sort of SS is a good idea as long as it does not negate ambition and drive.
7 posted on 04/26/2003 4:03:47 PM PDT by Mind-numbed Robot
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To: Mind-numbed Robot
On the point of subverting ambition, I'd favor equal per capita payouts in the short term, ramping up to a full Social Security system over time--so that those who can work, do the laundry for the old folks, and everyone has a high standard of living.

But in the short run, you want a basic living for everyone--enough to keep body and soul together nationwide. That way, everyone would be free to get their act together and start up an actual economy. Certainly the oil $$$ should be a floor and not a ceiling.

8 posted on 04/26/2003 4:58:20 PM PDT by conservatism_IS_compassion
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