[JPJones]

“Perhaps a lot are as you say, but us military vets are also “government workers” and followed on by joining the civilian workers to work with/train other military “government workers”.”

When I say ‘gov workers’ I generally don’t mean military. And you should realize that most people here on FR are military friendly. If the legions of unionized non-military gov workers were judged on the job they’ve done over the past 10 years, most would agree they wouldn’t qualify for a pension.

That would leave more money for our vets who deserve it, like you, and more for private citizens, like me, who can’t afford to pay for other’s retirement.

“WE served honorably and earned the pensions promised as part of the contract we fulfilled.”

Most gov workers have NOT “served honorably” and have NOT fulfilled their contracts...look at the shape of the country.

[trebb]

I hear you - it's just that many try to lump all government workers into the same bundle. While far too many are as you say, there are a lot of Patriotic professionals sprinkled in and sometimes we see a blanket statement and feel the need to mention that there are some good ones.

Happy FReeping.