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On Saturday, July 4th, be part of the Taxed Enough Already (TEA) party rally in your community. Help organize a local TEA Party. http://www.teapartyday.com/

Obama adds 78,000 new employees to government payroll. 2009 budget grows to a deficit of $1.8 trillion, more than four times higher than last year’s all time high and 50% of total budget

With the national debt already out of control, President Obama has added 78,000 new government jobs to the federal payroll since he took office. Obama’s increase in the number of government employees will add hundreds of millions of dollars to our debt. If history is any measure, these jobs will never be eliminated. They will simply add to the mountains of debt we are leaving our grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Government spending is filled with pork earmarks like this: The National Institutes of Health will pay $2.6 million in U.S. tax dollars to train Chinese prostitutes to drink responsibly on the job.

Obama and Congress continue to spend money the government doesn’t have. The deficit for the current year will be $1.8 trillion, 50% of the total budget. In order to pay interest on the debt, the government will have to cut spending, raise taxes, print more paper money or borrow from another country like China, which already holds billions of U.S. debt. With no end of spending in sight, some estimates project that our national debt could reach $8 trillion by the year 2014.

Obama and liberals in Congress are taking us down the road to socialism, seizing control of key banks, insurance companies, the automobile industry, etc. They are currently working on a government funded national health care program which is expected to cost roughly $2 trillion while rationing services.

Are you fed up with a Congress and a president who:

Voted for a $500 billion tax bill without even reading it?
Are spending trillions of borrowed dollars, leaving a debt our great-grandchildren will be paying?
Consistently give special interest groups billions of dollars in earmarks to help get themselves re-elected?
Want to take your wealth and redistribute it to others?
Punish those who practice responsible financial behavior and reward those who do not?
Admit to using the financial hurt of millions as an opportunity to push their political agenda?
Run up trillions of dollars of debt and then sell that debt to countries such as China?
Want government controlled health care?
Want to take away the right to vote with a secret ballot in union elections?
Refuse to stop the flow of millions of illegal immigrants into our country?
Appoint a defender of child pornography to the Number 2 position in the Justice Department?
Want to force doctors and other medical workers to perform abortions against their will?
Want to impose a carbon tax on your electricity, gas and home heating fuels?
Want to reduce your tax deductibility for charitable gifts?
Take money from your family budget to pay for their federal budget?

If so, help organize and/or participate in a Taxed Enough Already (TEA) party in your community on July 4. You choose the time and the location.

GET INVOLVED!
If George W. Bush had made a joke at the expense of the Special Olympics, would you have approved?

If George W.. Bush had given the Queen of England an iPod containing videos of his speeches, would you have approved?

If George W. Bush had bowed to the King of Saudi Arabia, would you have approved?

If George W. Bush had visited Austria and made reference to the non-existent "Austrian language," would you have brushed it off as a minor slip?

If George W. Bush had filled his cabinet and circle of advisers with people who cheat on their income taxes, would you have approved?

If George W. Bush had ordered the firing of the CEO of a major corporation, even though he had no constitutional authority to do so, would you have approved?

If George W. Bush had a Republican Congress allocate 5.6 Billion dollars for a civilian volunteer security force, as strong and well equipped as the regular Army and under his personal authority, would you have been concerned?

If George W. Bush had proposed doubling the national debt, which had taken more than two centuries to accumulate, in one year, would you have approved?

If George W. Bush had then proposed doubling the debt again within 10 years, would you have approved?

If George W. Bush had promised detailed tracking of the spending from a $785 Billion Stimulus Bill and then postponed that oversight until 2010, would you approve or would you think something "smelled fishy"? If Bush had promised 48 hour advance posting of the same bill on the Internet and only released it two hours before congressional approval, would you wonder what was being hidden from the public?

If Bush's White House Staff had spent over $300,000 flying Air Force One low over New York (for a publicity photo flyby with the Statue of Liberty) frightening the city, wouldn't you have expected Bush to make the pictures public? Would you have approved? Obama won't give them up, but he will release the secret "torture memos".

If George W. Bush had been "addicted" to using a TelePrompTer, and was afraid to give a speech without having one, would you have approved ? Would you think he was intellegent?

If George W. Bush had pre-approved/pre-picked the list of reporters allowed to ask questions at his press conferences and refused to call on the correspondent from MSNBC (FOX with Obama), would you have approved? Is that a Fair and Balanced news conference?

If George W. Bush and a Republican Congress had given hundreds of millions of dollars to a group (the right-wing equivalent of ACORN) after its members had been convicted of voter registration fraud, would you approve of them to doing the 2010 Census, which will determine congressional districts for 10 years? Will you trust ACORN in 2010?

Would you have approved of George W. Bush moving the Census from the Dept. of Commerce into the White House and putting his Chief of Staff in control of the counting?

He's done all this in 24 weeks -- so we still have three years and six-and-a-half months full of surprises.

Do you still approve?
I just read this Online: Poses interesting questions.

BY THE TIME WE AMERICAN'S GET ALL THE PROOF WE NEED THEY WILL HAVE "CHANGED" THE RULING'S FOR BEING ELIGIBLE FOR THE U.S. PRESIDENCY. JUST ONE OF ALL THE THINGS IN OBAMA'S "YES I CAN & WE NEED A CHANGE" PROMISE. RETROACTIVE OF COURSE!!!!

We've all seen the email's and can read post on here about Obama's citizenship. This is a new twist WE hadn't known.
More questions, and this time some good questions.

The issue can be resolved by Obama answering one simple question:

What passport did he use when he was shuttling between New York, Jakarta, and Karachi?

So how did a young man who arrived in New York in early June 1981, without the price of a hotel room in his pocket, suddenly come up with the price of a round-the-world trip just a month later? And once he was on a plane, shuttling between New York, Jakarta, and Karachi, what passport was he offering when he passed through Customs and Immigration?

The American people not only deserve to have answers to these questions, they must have answers. It makes the debate over Obama's citizenship a rather short and simple one.

Q: Did he travel to Pakistan in 1981, at age 20?
A: Yes, by his own admission.

Q: What passport did he travel under?
A: There are only three possibilities.

1. He traveled with a U.S. Passport,

2. He traveled with a British passport, or

3. He traveled with an Indonesia passport.


Q: Is it possible that Obama traveled with a U.S. Passport in 1981?
A: No. It is not possible. Pakistan was on the U.S. State Department's "no travel" list in 1981.

Conclusion: When Obama went to Pakistan in 1981 he was traveling either with a British passport or an Indonesian passport.

If he was traveling with a British passport that would provide proof that he was born in Kenya on August 4, 1961, not in Hawaii as he claims. And if he was traveling with an Indonesian passport that would tend to prove that he relinquished whatever previous citizenship he held, British or American, prior to being adopted by his Indonesian step-father in 1967.

Whatever the truth of the matter, the American people need to know how he managed to become a "natural born" American citizen between 1981 and 2008..

Given the destructive nature of his plans for America, as illustrated by his speech before Congress and the disastrous spending plan he has presented to Congress, the sooner we learn the truth of all this, the better.

Count me in as one of those inquiring minds who'd at least like to know the answers to these easily answered (by Obama) questions.
This discussion can be resolved by Obama simply by releasing a few documents.



Couple of thoughts this morning...(and I haven't had my coffee YET!) First, how is it that anyone NOT a LEGAL citizen here in this country should be eligible for government assitance (Welfare, food stamps)??? Worst yet, maybe I could understand if they were here legally, but ILLEGALS? I will draw the line on those particular benefits, since WIC is for the children, and it's not their fault their parents are criminals.

Second: How about we curtail ALL benefits to ILLEGALS, and limit any "handouts" to ANYONE, unless they submit to drug screening? Most of we "tax payers" must comply when we're attempting to get a new job, when we join the military, etc... so I think it should be required the other way around. If you are not actively seeking employment, and staying drug-free... NO BENEFITS!

I just saw a video with Michelle Obama working in a soup line, feeding the homeless in D.C., which was a wonderful gesture, and I commend her for helping others. (To an extent) but here is this man in line, taking her photo with a BLACKBERRY!!!

OK, so that makes sense. Let's think about this....
Someone who is homeless & needs FREE food has a BLACKBERRY...Hmmm.
OK, so how is it he can afford that, and if he is indeed homeless, where are they sending the bill?

There needs to be a NEW system to detect FRAUD in our assistance programs. Maybe like the WIC program, electronic CARDS with all INFO on the person popping up when they slide it. Then if the wrong person has the card, it could be denied. We need more stringent rules perhaps, for ever attaining a "Benefit Card", which could include PROVING your LEGAL status, including those who have LEGAL work permits if necessary. The savings would be astronomical.
Although NOT MY idea, this is an awesome start for real "change", and fairness to all.

The FairTax plan is a comprehensive proposal that replaces all federal income and payroll based taxes with an integrated approach including a progressive national retail sales tax, a prebate to ensure no American pays federal taxes on spending up to the poverty level, dollar-for-dollar federal revenue neutrality, and, through companion legislation, the repeal of the 16th Amendment.

The FairTax Act (HR 25, S 296) is nonpartisan legislation. It abolishes all federal personal and corporate income taxes, gift, estate, capital gains, alternative minimum, Social Security, Medicare, and self-employment taxes and replaces them with one simple, visible, federal retail sales tax administered primarily by existing state sales tax authorities.

The FairTax taxes us only on what we choose to spend on new goods or services, not on what we earn. The FairTax is a fair, efficient, transparent, and intelligent solution to the frustration and inequity of our current tax system.

The FairTax:

Enables workers to keep their entire paychecks
Enables retirees to keep their entire pensions
Refunds in advance the tax on purchases of basic necessities
Allows American products to compete fairly
Brings transparency and accountability to tax policy
Ensures Social Security and Medicare funding
Closes all loopholes and brings fairness to taxation
Abolishes the IRS
From WND: The "Certification of Live Birth" posted online and widely touted as "Obama's birth certificate" does not in any way prove he was born in Hawaii, since the same "short-form" document is easily obtainable for children not born in Hawaii. The true "long-form" birth certificate – which includes information like the name of the birth hospital and attending physician – is the only document that can prove Obama was born in Hawaii, but to date he has not permitted its release for public or press scrutiny.

From Joseph Farah, WND: The billboard campaign was born of frustration with timid elected officials in Washington, corrupt judges around the country and a news media that show a stunning lack of curiosity about the most basic facts of Obama's background – especially how it relates to constitutional eligibility for the highest office in the land.

"As Obama transforms this country from self-governing constitutional republic to one governed by a central ruling elite, the simple fact remains that no controlling legal authority has established that he is indeed a 'natural born citizen' as the Constitution requires," Farah said. "Obama's promises of transparency have become a bad joke as he continues to hide simple, innocuous documents like his birth certificate and his student records."

The idea behind the billboard campaign is to make sure Obama cannot avoid this question any longer. He must be asked to produce it at every turn, Farah says. Billboard space is currently being hunted in Houston, Dallas, Sacramento, San Francisco, Seattle and other metro areas.

"Is it unusual for a news agency to launch such a campaign?" asks Farah. "Yes it is. But we live in very unusual times. The founding fathers built special protections into the First Amendment for the free press. The reason they did that is because they understood a vibrant 'Fourth Estate' was necessary as an independent watchdog on government. It is in that tradition that WND assumes this role – since nobody else in the press will do it."

Oddly, though congressional hearings were held to determine whether Sen. John McCain was constitutionally eligible to be president as a "natural born citizen," no controlling legal authority ever sought to verify Obama's claim to a Hawaiian birth.

What's the hold up President Obama?
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rosepetal57 8 months ago
I'm with YOU Buzz... anyone touches MY child, and I will definitely go to jail.
rosepetal57 8 months ago
Idiots... and I'm first Big Rooster! LOL
rosepetal57 8 months ago
LOL... Sticks and stones Blackdumb-ass... I didn't claim to have written it, so save your ignorant insults. Don't need a source. Check the website...
rosepetal57 8 months ago
travisberthelot- Although all your "ideas" are interesting, each presents it's own complications, especially for a individual person. The one I've most considered is leaving the country, which seems a bit unfair to me, as I am an AMERICAN, born & raised, and hold dear the ideals associated with that. Instead of just "throwing in the towel" so to speak, I think that similar thinkers need to get together and come up with solutions, including but not limited to protesting in some form. The effectiveness of such has yet to be fully determined, and although I disagree that protesting is such...doing NOTHING isn't an option anymore. I think more and more people are seeing what's really happening and getting fed up. I think the real solution is to change the power of our government, including term limits and restricted power if going against wishes of the citizen majority.
rosepetal57 8 months ago
You hit the nail on the head sallietoo!

jmkliam - you fail to remember that the deficit we're currently experiencing, albeit increasing DAILY under the Obamanator... started during the Clinton years, with the Fannie/Freddie abomination (Obama-Nation???) and the housing catastropy was just the beginning... AND warned about, but was ignored by the Clinton administration. Go figure.
Bush inherited most of the issues you sited.

Honestly, this isn't a 'party' issue now, it's about the sanctity of the United States, which is crumbling in front our all of our eyes. Aren't you the least concerned about your chldren's and grandchildren's future?

Maybe I don't have the solution, but the over ought spending and liquidation of our CONSTITUTION is the icing on the cake... we need to stick together.
We're mad as hell & not going to take it anymore!
rosepetal57 8 months ago
Nope-Single...Big Rooster. Write me directly: same name at america online. Off to WORK (I have to support my local illegals and dead beats) UGH!

Have a great day!
Keep giving them HELL! :)
rosepetal57 8 months ago
XOXOXO ;)


rosepetal57 8 months ago
I like the CONSTITUTION>>> It's always worked.
We need to start by addressing all the "issues" honestly, and fairly. We are a government that should be ruled the CONSTITUTION, NOT by the elected officials special interests. They are supposed to be working for US, the LEGAL citizens of the UNITED States. Random thoughts:

1)I submit we VOTE on many of the measures being
brought up to Congress and the Senate. I for one, do NOT want UNIONS dictating labor laws. They are an antiquated entity, and should be abolished. The federal & each state's labor laws should be able to oversee and problems that arise. Check this out:
http://righttoworkcommittee.org/committeespvdpt2.htm

2) Stop supporting criminals.(i.e. ILLEGALS) Protect ur borders, and stop allowing benefits to anyone without LEGAL papers. NO Benefits, no lure to cross illegally. Get involved!
http://www.numbersusa.com/content/
Extreme fines for employers hiring illegals.

3) Uphold the SECOND Amendment:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1u0Byq5Qis
rosepetal57 8 months ago
We are better than responding to any of them. That's what they want... to rile us. It's a NO GO for me. These post are for creative solutions to REAL issues, NOT trying to sling mud, like BlackMondumb-ass is constantly trying to do.
Like I said, IGNORE and the stray cats/dogs will go away. :)
rosepetal57 8 months ago
Indeed...100% FEMALE! LOL Beleive me, I am NOT the only one that feels this way...just too few are willing to LEARN about what's really going on, nor take active measures to fight back against the atrocities that are happening right in front of our faces. I thought we were a United PEOPLE, NOT "Sheeple". And I love U too! :)
rosepetal57 8 months ago
Maybe this could be the mission of Obama's NWO troops... I want OUR military protecting our borders, and the sanctitiy of the US. As far as learning how to take care of ourselves by taking care of others, it's kind of like leading the horse to water. Sometimes you have to cut the cord.

We've taken care of others for over two centuries. In this critical time in history, it's now time to focus on ourselves as the UNITED STATES of AMERICA, and FIX what's wrong HERE before worrying about others. Nothing "morally rotten" about that.
rosepetal57 8 months ago
STOP responding to Black or Moderator...your responses just lead them on. NOT worth your keystrokes. Maybe if we ignore them, they will go away. (Kinda like a stray dog)
rosepetal57 9 months ago
No, you're an ignorant idiot... 'nuff said.
rosepetal57 9 months ago
Anyone can see that you are just trying to stir the pot. It's early here, and my vote was merely a slip of the hand... and exactly why I stated my mistake. As if these votes count for anything.
But just to be clear... I would NEVER vote for something so ludicrous, the mere notion is ignorant.
rosepetal57 9 months ago
UGH! I clicked the wrong handsign! This guy is an idiot... pay no heed.
rosepetal57 9 months ago
BTW--- Kids SHOULD care a LOT about this, and everything that's happening, as it will directly affect their future. All the liberal BS being spewed in high school/college, etc. I remember...
Thankfully, my parents taught me 'conservative' values, which have surfaced, stronger than ever...now that I am "grown". I guess that's what maturity is all about. :D
rosepetal57 9 months ago
What happened to our posts Big? UGH!
rosepetal57 9 months ago
Geez.... after catching up with all this drama... it seems to me whether or not you choose to see this as propaganda, it simply states and defines different forms of government. It would take a moron to not understand where we, as the USA fit in this picture NOW, and the potential that is cutrrently happening in our government. Cartoon? This is reality.
"Be afraid, be very afraid...."
rosepetal57 9 months ago
I'm reading still...and came across a word-"oligarchy "
I wanted to clarify: here is a thought of our future "hope" & "change"....

An oligarchy (Greek Ὀλιγαρχία, Oligarkhía) is a form of government in which power effectively rests with a small elite segment of society distinguished by royal, wealth, family, military or religious hegemony. The word oligarchy is from the Greek words for "few" (ὀλίγος olígos) and "rule" (ἀρχή arkhē). Such states are often controlled by politically powerful families whose children are heavily conditioned and mentored to be heirs of the power of the oligarchy. Oligarchies have been tyrannical throughout history, being completely reliant on public servitude to exist. Although Aristotle pioneered the use of the term as a synonym for rule by the rich, for which the exact term is plutocracy, oligarchy is not always a rule by wealth, as oligarchs can simply be a privileged group. Some city-states from Ancient Greece were oligarchies.
rosepetal57 9 months ago
How about we help ourselves FIRST? ...and who is going to pay for this? Sounds like another government "tool"... for more control. NOT!
rosepetal57 9 months ago
Thanks Big Rooster! I never thought of myself as an "activist", but it's time more of us stood up for what's right, and STOP being "sheeple"... BEFORE it's too late!
rosepetal57 9 months ago
That is SOOO ture Eddiekempsr! I write & fax continuously--and always get some BS "form" letter. WHAT... to try and quelch my concerns?
NO WAY! These idiot need to rememember that they work for US, not the other way around. I live in California (SADLY) and it's the worst here. The "Terminator" is being over-run by the surrounding Lib-Dem females. I say we terminate the all and start over. I bet the poll results would be a little different now. I'm moving to Texas! LOL
rosepetal57 9 months ago
I totally agree gypsy-sage...
Our "government" is reaching all time highs in self-indulgence, greed and corruption. I don't think you actually meant $40., but you're entirely correct about how we cater to the "illegal" or even legal immigrant population. It's not that I don't think people shuld embrace their heritage, but this is AMERICA, a melting pot, where we should be expected to assimilate to the USA, a primarily ENGLISH speaking country. We spend billions (of which we could SAVE, and NOT over-tax the people that are creating jobs in this country) catering to people who do not even try to learn OUR language, and worse yet, they are miling our "handout' system. This wouldn't be tolerated anywhere else but in the gool ole' US of A. Sad.
rosepetal57 9 months ago
Dang... I'm lovin' Big Rooster! LOL
rosepetal57 9 months ago
Exactly tsiya... well, all of you! Sadly, we cannot wait 3.5 more years, the destruction in merely 6 months will take years, and into our children's future to repair. The worst part is, we don't even know for sure if he was even eligible to run for President or take office...Hmmmmmmmmmm

Where is the birth certificate?
rosepetal57 9 months ago
So it's OK that some people work hard, save and invest, or even start a business to employ others, and that because of their success they should be penalized?
That IS Socialism, NOT capitalism. Why should some pay for others that dont' want to put forth the effort?

That's why I beleive in Fair Tax....
rosepetal57 9 months ago
The whole thing is wrong, on many levels. This is a man, who was doing his JOB, and calling the TRUTH the way the information suggested to he and his committee. This proves that our "President" didn't like the findings, and went above and beyond the "LAW", not to mention this man's rights to dismiss him, with no cause, and then fabricate a story that he was "confused". I have seen the interviews, and by no means is this man "confused". Why is it that this sort of injustice is not reported by the mainstream media? Judge for yourself: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,527200,00.html
rosepetal57 9 months ago
It's this type of mentality that earned us 911!(Criminals don't deserve civil rights) Any BTW, when the republicans lost, AMERICA lost. Wake up people!

Let's look back to 1987- One of our first WARNINGS!

At a lecture the other day they were playing an old news video of Lt.Col. Oliver North testifying at the Iran-Contra hearings during the Reagan Administration.

There was Ollie in front of God and country getting the third degree, but what he said was stunning!

He was being drilled by a senator; 'Did you not recently spend close to $60,000 for a home security system?' Ollie replied, 'Yes, I did, Sir.'

The senator continued, trying to get a laugh out of the audience, 'Isn't that just a little excessive?'

'No, sir,' continued Ollie.
'No? And why not?' the senator asked.
'Because the lives of my family and I were threatened, sir.' 'Threatened? By whom?' the senator questioned.

'By a terrorist, sir' Ollie answered.
'Terrorist? What terrorist could possibly scare you that much?'
'His name is Osama bin Laden, sir' Ollie replied.

At this point the senator tried to repeat the name, but couldn't pronounce it, which most people back then probably couldn't. A couple of people laughed at the attempt. Then the senator continued. Why are you so afraid of this man?' the senator asked.
'Because, sir, he is the most evil person alive that I know of', Ollie answered.

'And what do you recommend we do about him?' asked the senator.
'Well, sir, if it was up to me, I would recommend that an assassin team be formed to eliminate him and his men from the face of the earth.'

The senator disagreed with this approach, and that was all that was shown of the clip.

By the way, that senator was Al Gore!

Also: Terrorist pilot Mohammad Atta blew up a bus in Israel in 1986. The Israelis captured, tried and imprisoned him. As part of the Oslo agreement with the Palestinians in 1993, Israel had to agree to release so-called 'political prisoners...'

However, the Israelis would not release any with blood on their hands, The American President at the time, Bill Clinton, and his Secretary of State, Warren Christopher,'insisted' that all prisoners be released.

Thus Mohammad Atta was freed and eventually thanked us by flying an airplane into Tower One of the World Trade Center ... This was reported by many of the American TV networks at the time that the terrorists were first identified.

It was censored in the US from all later reports.
rosepetal57 9 months ago
http://www.teapartyday.com

GET INVOLVED!!!
rosepetal57 9 months ago
Well, it's an 83%+ VOTE DOWN! WE AMERICANS will NOT go down without a fight! Thank you Alfred, for your service, your patriotism, and your integrity.

I really don't know what to say to you "johncarbuncle". If this truly was a TEST, then I guess you got your answer. The ones with a brain KNOW what we're up against, and most are willing to FIGHT for what this country stands for.
"We're mad as HELL, and we're not going to take it anymore!"... Put that in your pipe and smoke it!
rosepetal57 9 months ago
LMAO @ "johncarbuncle... Thanks Alfred, you made my night. You're right, he's not deserving of any further comments. Have a good night!

For you "johncarbuncle" ... I have no room in my heart for hate... only pity, that anyone could be so stupid. Get a REAL life already ... LOSER.

P.S. You're really FUNNY! Liberals are NOT the majority.
rosepetal57 9 months ago
DO NOT use my word johnbuergel! "Sheeple" refers to all the ignorant "sheep" that are following the "Messiah" without question...sorta like Jim Jones, leading you to your demise. But this time, you blindly took the USA's creed, Constitution, and future, with your underhanded, media sponsored circlus of lies & deceit, and made promises to woo the ignorant to vote without any valid information. Check your facts... MOST people DO care about the Constitution, and where OUR country is heading. This is about holding to what you say you stand for, NOT winning or losing. This is a Democracy, and the PEOPLE want some answers...
rosepetal57 9 months ago
OMG... I can't beleive the lack of brain cells some people have. Why would you want to "comply" with ANY orders construed by a government without it's people in it's best interest. johnbuergel: You MUST be a damn commie! Either that or insane. I'm with you all the way Alfred... we cannot give up the good fight to SAVE OUR COUNTRY from all the recent insanity!
rosepetal57 9 months ago
YIKES.. talk about a "sheeple"... we are in deep do-do with minds like that. It's not about winning or losing, except is your talking about the sovereignty of this country. Wake up you idiot! Move to another country is you want "socialism"... that's NOT what the US of AMERICA is about!
rosepetal57 9 months ago
Sjjames5: I didn't write the Fair Tax concept, I was just sharing. (OHHH, you were talking to debdaveandpets...LOL) Something needs to be done with our tax system, and I like the idea that monies can be spent as WE choose, and will be taxed upon spending... more to learn, I'm sure. This was a concept new to me as well until recently. :)

dlrichter: I am going to check "pushbackuntil" out thoroughly, as it looks interesting. I am harshly against "socialism", in any form, and am a firm beliver that if you work for it, you should be able to say where it goes. Have a great night! :)
rosepetal57 9 months ago
OK... another idea: (for klingspoon.troy)
Not my idea...but a good one! Join the website!

The FairTax plan is a comprehensive proposal that replaces all federal income and payroll based taxes with an integrated approach including a progressive national retail sales tax, a prebate to ensure no American pays federal taxes on spending up to the poverty level, dollar-for-dollar federal revenue neutrality, and, through companion legislation, the repeal of the 16th Amendment.

The FairTax Act (HR 25, S 296) is nonpartisan legislation. It abolishes all federal personal and corporate income taxes, gift, estate, capital gains, alternative minimum, Social Security, Medicare, and self-employment taxes and replaces them with one simple, visible, federal retail sales tax administered primarily by existing state sales tax authorities.

The FairTax taxes us only on what we choose to spend on new goods or services, not on what we earn. The FairTax is a fair, efficient, transparent, and intelligent solution to the frustration and inequity of our current tax system.

The FairTax:

Enables workers to keep their entire paychecks
Enables retirees to keep their entire pensions
Refunds in advance the tax on purchases of basic necessities
Allows American products to compete fairly
Brings transparency and accountability to tax policy
Ensures Social Security and Medicare funding
Closes all loopholes and brings fairness to taxation
Abolishes the IRS


rosepetal57 9 months ago
klingspoon.troy is responding (bashing)everyone who is asking the burning question about Obama's citizenship.
Maybe the sheer number of posting indicates a true concern? How simple is this???
rosepetal57 9 months ago
klingspoon.troy>>> Wake up already! This isn't about hate, racism, or anything remotely like that...it's about the TRUTH! It's about Honor, Integrity and TRUST.
If we are to support our President, as I always have, and one who so amply speaks and promised "transparency" then why all the "secrecy"? I think the majority of "users" want whats' best for the entire country, NOT just a remote group of "sheeple" too afraid to ask the hard questions. I beleive in LESS government, LESS control, and more TRUTH... guess I'm not "behaving myself" for caring what happens to my child's future?