Taxing the rich - what is the cutoff?

[onlydarksets]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

The two have not a single thing to do with each other.

They do have something to do with each other. The feds can't spend without taxing, can they? So, if someone supports a particular initiative, they have to be willing to tax to pay for it.

Now, the fact that you may have different priorities (e.g., defense over social programs) is, I agree, a separate issue.

[saden1]

Originally Posted by onlydarksets

They do have something to do with each other. The feds can't spend without taxing, can they? So, if someone supports a particular initiative, they have to be willing to tax to pay for it.

Now, the fact that you may have different priorities (e.g., defense over social programs) is, I agree, a separate issue.

First rule of fiscal responsibility is "don't spend more money than you have." This rule, however, does not apply to matters concerning national security. Instead of complaining about the cost of war what we should be doing is cutting worthless social programs. I wouldn't worry if I were you, the economy will pick and we'll pay for it when we pay for it. Right now, safety and spreading freedom is a priority. We'll definitely be better of in the long run.

Support the troops!