2013

Dear George:

I was reading an article this morning about the ineffectiveness of the 112th U.S. Congress.  As you may know, I lean left.  I suppose that is not entirely accurate.  I am way left on social issues (gay marriage, abortion, legalization of marijuana). I am a big supporter of the constitution, that is I think the Bill of Rights are important, but I do NOT believe they provide unfettered access and rights to all things mentioned. (which is the position the Supreme Court takes on all of the amendments).

I believe strongly in the rights of the individual.  If I am not hurting other people, then the Government should stay out of my business.  If I am not costing the Government money (welfare, etc) it should stay out of my business.  If, though, I am taking advantage of a government service, I should be subject to reasonable regulations and laws.

I think big businesses forget how many services they use as they complaint about taxes and regulations.  I think the wealthy forget about the services they use when they complaint about paying "their fair share".  I think that human beings should want to contribute.  Any society cannot survive without assistance from its citizens.  If we continue to take the position that we are not the ones who should need to help, then society will have a issues.  We can't be selfish.

This is not only meant for the wealthy.  Of course, the poor and less fortunate must also take the position they want to help (not say they want to help, but actually help).

There will be more later.

enjoy your day

-cp