Jobs Bill: More govt giving to local govt. (UGH)

[Tim]

First, I am sick and tired of the massive spending taking place right now. I oppose any spending that I do not think will have any impact on the economy. The Dems are of the opinion that giving to money to local govt's etc will in fact cause the economy to turn around. I do not see govt., local govt or state govt as the driving force of our economy.

Just from what this little snippet article states that seems to be the direction of this Bill. I hope it becomes available so I can view what it has for small business, in a way to ease their burdens. I would also support tax breaks for us in some way (The middle class)... Give us some money to ease our burdens..

Overall. I guess this will just infuriate more people that the elected officials are once again not listening to the people..

Link to Article (Not really an article but more of a statement):

http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSWAT01411320100209

Note: The unemployment extension is a good thing along with extension to subsidies for healthcare coverage for those out of work.

[YOhio]

[byu71]

I am starting to like the idea of tax dollars going to support local government hiring. I am encouraging my kids to go into government careers. I like the idea of my taxes going to my kids.

[Tim]

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[YOhio]

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[Tim]

:swear:

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[YOhio]

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[frank ryan]

Don't you work in the public sector?

[dabrockster]

[dabrockster]

Don't you work in the public sector?

Yep.. I am not selfish enough to see this massive spending as a good thing for me. In fact. Unlike the federal govt, us local/state folks have taken several pay cuts etc to ensure we stay within our budget. I have gotten no increase over the past 2 years, and also have to take 4 weeks of unpaid leave over the next 2 years as well. Plus my medical benefits have gone up.. It only seems fair they (The Feds) be expected to do the same...

If you think I am going to let what I do for a living shape my beliefs. or my opinion Sorry, but you are wrong...

[frank ryan]

Yep.. I am not selfish enough to see this massive spending as a good thing for me. In fact. Unlike the federal govt, us local/state folks have taken several pay cuts etc to ensure we stay within our budget. I have gotten no increase over the past 2 years, and also have to take 4 weeks of unpaid leave over the next 2 years as well. Plus my medical benefits have gone up.. It only seems fair they (The Feds) be expected to do the same...

If you think I am going to let what I do for a living shape my beliefs. or my opinion Sorry, but you are wrong...

Well it undercuts your moral authority on this issue. IMHO

[dabrockster]

Well it undercuts your moral authority on this issue. IMHO

How so? If anything, if I was really all about me I would be happy with the way the money is being spent. The fact I see massive spending as an issue (Knowing this cold impact my job if they made cuts) as a public employee has no bearing on my opinion..

[happyone]

Yep.. I am not selfish enough to see this massive spending as a good thing for me. In fact. Unlike the federal govt, us local/state folks have taken several pay cuts etc to ensure we stay within our budget. I have gotten no increase over the past 2 years, and also have to take 4 weeks of unpaid leave over the next 2 years as well. Plus my medical benefits have gone up.. It only seems fair they (The Feds) be expected to do the same...
If you think I am going to let what I do for a living shape my beliefs. or my opinion Sorry, but you are wrong...

I am sorry you didn't pick the right branch of gov't to work for.

[dabrockster]

I am sorry you didn't pick the right branch of gov't to work for.

LOL. I love what I do.. I hope I can do it for the rest of my career...

[il Padrino Ute]

Why? Because he won't kiss Obama's ass?