It seems to me, that with an issue as complex as a career, there is never a single reason to switch jobs. There may be one reason that is the main one, but there are always multiple reasons. Those of us who have ever changed jobs know that. When a prospective employer asks me why I am leaving my old company, I would be a fool to give every single reason that is a factor.
Saying that you are changin jobs for financial reasons is usually an honest part of an answer and often the single most important reason. I think we should give Tony Snow the benefit of the doubt and accept his stated explanation. There is no reason for us to question it.
For those who think $168,000 is a enough, you’re right. It’s enough to live comfortably, but it’s not a luxurious income in the DC area. Plus, most of us, if we took a big pay cut, might have trouble meeting our mortgage payment which we took on when our salaries were higher. He may, as many people have said, have large medical bills, and he may want to put aside money for his family. All of this makes sense.
I say we give him our thanks for a job well done and continue to remember him in our prayers.
Very well said. Thank you.
I agree with everything you said, but I have not read that anyone might think that maybe his treatments are having a toll on him. His job is 24 hours a day, difficult scheduling, and always on the go. I know alot of people that can’t get 3 things done in one day, and they are exhausted. In fact I know some people that lay in bed for 3 days because they have a cold. I don’t care why he leaves as long as it is a good enough reason for him. I will miss him.
True on all counts. This is why Members of Congress feel strapped as well. They earn in this range and most of them are supporting two homes.
That said, I'd cut their pay to discourage careerism.