Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate

burningmetal · 12-05-2012, 07:02 PM

Originally Posted by Saint_LB

I don't resent rich people. I don't understand people who want to be "buds" with the rich when they are, in fact, part of the other group. I hope you didn't miss that point.

You may have a million dollars saved-up...but that doesn't put you in the class of guys that make jets and tanks. IMO, the GOP is for those guys.

If you think people who earn money should have it taken away, then you should consider quitting your job. Because it doesn't matter if you are rich or poor, if you believe the government has the right to simply take people's money. I bet if you won the lottery you'd change your opinion on the way the rich are taxed.

And as Mike said, it is the rich who employ us. You sound exactly like Bob Costas in accusing us to be "dumb enough" to think we are a part of some 1 percent you've thrown out there. Unbelievably condescending. You really think we don't know that we're not rich? I voted for the candidate that I believed would best handle and grow our economy, so that I and everyone else could have a decent job without worrying if it will go out of business.

This is the problem with liberals. They always want to know what their government can do for them. They want the government to over tax the wealthy so that they can get the benefits from it. This is called socialism, by the way. But as for me? I don't blame my financial situation on the rich. I would just like the opportunity to EARN the most that I can.

SloMotion · 12-06-2012, 07:00 AM

Originally Posted by burningmetal

If you think people who earn money should have it taken away, then you should consider quitting your job. Because it doesn't matter if you are rich or poor, if you believe the government has the right to simply take people's money. I bet if you won the lottery you'd change your opinion on the way the rich are taxed.

And as Mike said, it is the rich who employ us. You sound exactly like Bob Costas in accusing us to be "dumb enough" to think we are a part of some 1 percent you've thrown out there. Unbelievably condescending. You really think we don't know that we're not rich? I voted for the candidate that I believed would best handle and grow our economy, so that I and everyone else could have a decent job without worrying if it will go out of business.

This is the problem with liberals. They always want to know what their government can do for them. They want the government to over tax the wealthy so that they can get the benefits from it. This is called socialism, by the way. But as for me? I don't blame my financial situation on the rich. I would just like the opportunity to EARN the most that I can.

There is a fine-line there though, and you really have to fight, IMO, not to stray too far of the left or right of the line ... not all rich-people are business-owners and not all business-owners are rich, just as not all rich-people are employers, nor are all employers rich. There's a ton of other issues that compound the debate as well.

Hypothetically, the govt. shouldn't have the right to take someone's hard-earned paycheck, but there's roads to build, borders to protect, infrastructure to maintain & the elderly/disabled to care for. I've lived in third world countries where the wealthiest rule unchecked and they have no conscience ... these are the countries where you will find the most abject poverty and lack of any type of infrastructure.

People should be able to enjoy the fruits of their labor, but we have a responsibility to our country and fellow man. We also need smaller government and a way to prevent our elected officials on Capitol Hill from abusing the system.

It's a fine line.

Danno · 12-05-2012, 08:11 AM

Originally Posted by Saint_LB

50% of the people voted for Obama. 49% voted for Romney. 1% of the 49% have 99% of the money. I have no problem with them wanting "their boy" to be president.

However, it is my opinion that the definition of "moron" is the 48% that voted for Romney "thinking" they are part of that 1%.

I have a clue for you guys. Professional wrestling is not real.

Wow, did you ever drink a pitcher full of the class warfare Haterade.

Politicians have an obscene amount of power over our lives because of this type of mentality.

skymike · 12-05-2012, 08:12 AM

Lets see if we can keep our cool here.

of course, if not, it demonstrates perfectly the title of this thread, and why
it is important.

Saint_LB · 12-05-2012, 08:20 AM

Originally Posted by Danno

Politicians have an obscene amount of power over our lives because of this type of mentality.

Exactly!

TheOak · 12-05-2012, 07:22 AM

..... I know of a 100mm QB that is resented for his 100mm...

Just saying

AsianCajun · 12-05-2012, 09:29 AM

Grumpy Old Men

Danno · 12-05-2012, 09:32 AM

Originally Posted by AsianCajun

Grumpy Old Men

Grumpy Old Men founded the greatest nation this planet has ever seen.

TheOak · 12-05-2012, 09:51 AM

Originally Posted by Danno

Grumpy Old Men founded the greatest nation this planet has ever seen.

Before or after the succession?

skymike · 12-05-2012, 04:59 PM

Grumpy Old Men have spent a lifetime making all the dumbass
mistakes you and me make every day, gaining valuable wisdom.

In most cultures past, elderly people were revered & respected.
Perhaps we should follow suit.

12-05-2012, 07:02 PM	#1
burningmetal 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 3,923 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Originally Posted by Saint_LB I don't resent rich people. I don't understand people who want to be "buds" with the rich when they are, in fact, part of the other group. I hope you didn't miss that point. You may have a million dollars saved-up...but that doesn't put you in the class of guys that make jets and tanks. IMO, the GOP is for those guys. If you think people who earn money should have it taken away, then you should consider quitting your job. Because it doesn't matter if you are rich or poor, if you believe the government has the right to simply take people's money. I bet if you won the lottery you'd change your opinion on the way the rich are taxed. And as Mike said, it is the rich who employ us. You sound exactly like Bob Costas in accusing us to be "dumb enough" to think we are a part of some 1 percent you've thrown out there. Unbelievably condescending. You really think we don't know that we're not rich? I voted for the candidate that I believed would best handle and grow our economy, so that I and everyone else could have a decent job without worrying if it will go out of business. This is the problem with liberals. They always want to know what their government can do for them. They want the government to over tax the wealthy so that they can get the benefits from it. This is called socialism, by the way. But as for me? I don't blame my financial situation on the rich. I would just like the opportunity to EARN the most that I can.
	If I had a nickel for every time I heard that, the NFL would fine and suspend me.

12-06-2012, 07:00 AM	#2
SloMotion 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 6,776 Blog Entries: 15	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Originally Posted by burningmetal If you think people who earn money should have it taken away, then you should consider quitting your job. Because it doesn't matter if you are rich or poor, if you believe the government has the right to simply take people's money. I bet if you won the lottery you'd change your opinion on the way the rich are taxed. And as Mike said, it is the rich who employ us. You sound exactly like Bob Costas in accusing us to be "dumb enough" to think we are a part of some 1 percent you've thrown out there. Unbelievably condescending. You really think we don't know that we're not rich? I voted for the candidate that I believed would best handle and grow our economy, so that I and everyone else could have a decent job without worrying if it will go out of business. This is the problem with liberals. They always want to know what their government can do for them. They want the government to over tax the wealthy so that they can get the benefits from it. This is called socialism, by the way. But as for me? I don't blame my financial situation on the rich. I would just like the opportunity to EARN the most that I can. There is a fine-line there though, and you really have to fight, IMO, not to stray too far of the left or right of the line ... not all rich-people are business-owners and not all business-owners are rich, just as not all rich-people are employers, nor are all employers rich. There's a ton of other issues that compound the debate as well. Hypothetically, the govt. shouldn't have the right to take someone's hard-earned paycheck, but there's roads to build, borders to protect, infrastructure to maintain & the elderly/disabled to care for. I've lived in third world countries where the wealthiest rule unchecked and they have no conscience ... these are the countries where you will find the most abject poverty and lack of any type of infrastructure. People should be able to enjoy the fruits of their labor, but we have a responsibility to our country and fellow man. We also need smaller government and a way to prevent our elected officials on Capitol Hill from abusing the system. It's a fine line. Crusader, Budsdrinker and OldMaid like this.

12-05-2012, 08:11 AM	#3
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,758	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Originally Posted by Saint_LB 50% of the people voted for Obama. 49% voted for Romney. 1% of the 49% have 99% of the money. I have no problem with them wanting "their boy" to be president. However, it is my opinion that the definition of "moron" is the 48% that voted for Romney "thinking" they are part of that 1%. I have a clue for you guys. Professional wrestling is not real. Wow, did you ever drink a pitcher full of the class warfare Haterade. Politicians have an obscene amount of power over our lives because of this type of mentality. RockyMountainSaint and OldMaid like this.

12-05-2012, 08:12 AM	#4
skymike E. Side Cholo Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Barrio, H-town Posts: 6,089	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Lets see if we can keep our cool here. of course, if not, it demonstrates perfectly the title of this thread, and why it is important.

12-05-2012, 08:20 AM	#5
Saint_LB Deuce Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 2,894	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Originally Posted by Danno Politicians have an obscene amount of power over our lives because of this type of mentality. Exactly!
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12-05-2012, 07:22 AM	#6
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,050	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate ..... I know of a 100mm QB that is resented for his 100mm... Just saying

12-05-2012, 09:29 AM	#7
AsianCajun Registered Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Louisiana Posts: 75	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Grumpy Old Men

12-05-2012, 09:32 AM	#8
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,758	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Originally Posted by AsianCajun Grumpy Old Men Grumpy Old Men founded the greatest nation this planet has ever seen. RockyMountainSaint, SloMotion and AsianCajun like this.

12-05-2012, 09:51 AM	#9
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,050	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Originally Posted by Danno Grumpy Old Men founded the greatest nation this planet has ever seen. Before or after the succession?

12-05-2012, 04:59 PM	#10
skymike E. Side Cholo Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Barrio, H-town Posts: 6,089	Re: Keeping Football and Political agenda-opinion separate Grumpy Old Men have spent a lifetime making all the dumbass mistakes you and me make every day, gaining valuable wisdom. In most cultures past, elderly people were revered & respected. Perhaps we should follow suit. Danno, RockyMountainSaint, SmashMouth and 2 others like this.

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