August 24, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

With Conservatives and Liberals being lead to debate whether solving the debt problem or solving the unemployment problem should take first priority in Congress, I do believe the Powers-that-Be are forgetting about the 800 lb. Gorilla in the room. For why it is certain that My Elders and Peers should not bequest to the next generation a $14 trillion dollar debt. It is equally true that My Elders and Peers cannot limit their children to the same employment structure they grew up with. However, the most important issue they most deal with is the energy source for the 21^st Century needed to achieve a Self-Sustainable World. Because no matter how much we cut government spending or create jobs, the simple fact that the 21^st Century will see limited resources of fossil fuel provides the Common Ground needed to bridge both the generational gap and the natural gap of Labor and Management in my humble opinion.

For though it would be wrong to ask Business Owners, Stockholders, and Management to give up their wages, it is equally a reality that lowering the wages of Labor will only lead to less profits for The Corporation and the Community they serve. And though I realize that it is hard for some people to understand why a corporation is considered a person, I do believe the fact that no matter how hard they try they can never be considered to be Human. Thus, sharing the common ground of being a citizen I do believe the ideology of each generation being able and capable of building a Better World through government and society should help My Brothers and Sisters of the 70’s and their children lay the foundation required to keep the ideology of making every human on earth economically viable and financially independent a shining light of hope and inspiration.

So as we wait for the Bold Plans of President Obama and the other Presidential Candidates of the 2012 Elections, I hope my conservative and liberal pundits can look beyond the civil discourse of today in order to embrace what can be done to solve the Issues of the 20^th Century and help America an Humanity prepare for the Human and Natural Events of the 21^st Century. For although it is true that an event can destroy the entire world in a split second, taking from the heritage of our forefathers and ancestors to look beyond death and gloom and knowing My Elders and Peers as well as their Children won’t accept my version of a better world. Let me inspire President Obama and the other Presidential candidates of 2012 by pointing out some things that can be done to deal with the issues of Debt, Jobs, and Energy.

First, knowing that our government agencies replace their vehicles on a regular basis I do believe simply by the President sighing an executive order can make the procurement office purchase electric vehicles from American Automotive Manufactures. For not only would this save millions on fuel expenses in the federal, state, and local budgets, but the savings could be used to pay down the national debt. Additionally, it would provide good paying jobs and increase the revenue for our government; however, by purchasing the equipment to charge the electric vehicles from American Manufactures more jobs, revenue, and savings can be made. For through I personally like the idea of a zero weight 100% traction electric vehicle powered by man-made wind, I do believe purchasing cars like the Chevy Volt would send a strong signal to the market that America is serious about putting over a million electric cars and trucks on the road in the next ten years.

Second, in the sprite of reducing expenses I do believe the President should sign an executive order mandating that all federal building temperatures be set at 78 degrees in the fall, summer, and spring as well as in the winter months setting the thermometers at 68 degrees. And while some may complain I do believe the savings over the course of ten years would be substantial. In fact, I would go so far as requesting from Congress that new building codes ne put in place requiring the cooling/heating lost be kept to a minimum for all new or remodeled federal buildings.

Third, knowing all public buildings generate tons of trash each year I do believe the President should ask Congress to pass into law that all who receive federal funding be required to introduce a 100% recycle policy which would include using the organic waste to produce electricity on site or through a federal certified waste treatment facility. For why I do believe such a move could be done by issuing an executive order, seeing the impact it would have in the daily operations I do believe the Members of Congress should be held accountable; given the fact, some Presidential Candidates and members already in Congress has introduced a bill which would allow light bulbs be produced which use more electricity.

Fourth, knowing the President is going to need a big ticket item in savings I do believe introducing to Congress a bill which would limit travel pay for the Members of Congress and federal employees to the lowest coach price the day of travel because I do believe the American Voter can hold their elected officials accountable for the vote they will make on such a bill. For though I do not think such a clean bill on the subject would pass the House and Senate, I do believe the political blowback it would create will make for interesting conversation amongst the Media Pundits.

Fifth, while far off the radar, but a huge expenditure over the years I do believe the President should request that all Black Projects be reviewed so that Congress can make changes needed to save money and be sure the projects reflect the threats of the 21^st Century. For though America should not give up her stance when it comes to being the World Super Power, even I have to question if America needs better airplanes, tanks, and other 20^th century weaponry. And why I am sure many Members of Congress will fight hard for such items being produced in their state and district, I do believe a blue ribbon commission made up of the top generals of West Point and their civilian counterparts can help save America billions of dollars over the next several years.

Sixth, aware of the fact many contracts come in over budget I would hope the President would consider heavier penalties to include non-payment given proper review. For why we all know there is waste in any program, the idea that a corporation can put in a low bid, but over the years increase the price to well over even the highest bid at the time should be dealt with harshly.

Seventh, knowing Americas’ infrastructure has been neglected over the last forty years and knowing that one of the reasons is the fact most over the age of 50 never believe the Human Race would make it to the 21^st Century I do believe the President should inspire Americas’ Institutions to develop new technology to replace our outdated sewer, water, gas, roads, and other infrastructure that will not only cost less, but take advantage of the bio-knowledge we have acquired over the last forty years. Because why we have not figured out how to build a community that adds positively to their environment, seeing that such technology will go a long way in Mans’ Quest to travel among the stars. I do believe the added value would be inspirational in getting more Americans willing to invest in such projects.

Eighth, realizing the “No-Nothing Party” wants nothing to do with increase revenue I do believe the President should offer them a package they cannot refuse. For recognizing the states are having trouble balancing their budgets I do believe reducing the amount of money sent to Washington by 5-10% will create the necessary incentive to bring all parties to the table. For though I know many want to see the federal Government operate within a balanced budget, unless the current Members of Congress can prove they can pass a 2012 balanced budget than the point is not worth political crap. For with most Americans turning away from the ideology of “Do what I say instead of what I do” the case can be made that those Members unwilling to move from that position and instead take up the cause of proving our federal government can operate within a balanced budget not mandated by law. I do believe the argument of Political Freewill trumps their position.

Ninth, with Americas’ Healthcare Industry demanding more while delivering less I do believe the President should look for alternative methods for Americans to receive answers to their health and medical questions. In fact, knowing that today’s technology can offer the average patient the ability to a better informed, I do look forward to the day when the Patient and their Family Doctor can enjoy a better relationship. Thus, I believe a National Health and Medical Think Tank commissioned by the President offer Congress a better solution than cutting billions out of Medicare and Medicaid. In fact, knowing the VA hospitals are already engaging in such revolutionary technology I do believe especially remote communities can prosper greatly over the years.

Tenth, recognizing Americans need to save more money than they have since the beginning of the century and aware that Social Security will always be under attack I do believe the President should use the idea of creating an Infrastructure bank as an additional method for Americans to save for their retirement. Because with the idea of changing our Social Security system to better reflect the changes of life and our 401k savings subject to the whims of the Stock Market, I do believe offering the Average American a safe 7% interest investment by building Commerce and Industry a better system can be done.

Now, I don’t expect President Obama or the other presidential candidates of 2012 to copy my ideas completely; nevertheless, I do believe the above ideas should help them develop their own top ten changes needed to help America deal with the Debt, Jobs, and Energy issues of our time. For why I can only imagine how far My Brothers and Sisters of the 70’s will allow their children to go in order to build a better world, aware of certain things that will remain silent I do look forward to seeing just how bold Americas’ Democratic and Republican Civil, Political, and Religious Leaders can be given the end of the world as we know it.

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August 3, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

With the Speaker of the House and Minority Speaker of the Senate already stating they will only appoint committee members who will not agree to raise taxes I do believe they have just placed the Republican Party in an indefensible political position. For all the Democrats have to do is submit a plan to fund our military through an increase in taxes than those Conservatives and Tea Party Members who oppose any increase in taxes will have to forfeit their tax pledge or face the 2012 Election saying they would rather see our military lose $600 billion dollars rather than ask the American Public for a small tax increase. For why the Liberals could agree to cut entitlement programs and only raise taxes to pay for the two wars started by the Republicans at the beginning of the 21^st Century as well as the National Security of the Country. If the Republicans and Tea Party still want to defend their political position to not raise taxes than whom will the American Voter blame in 2012?

Sure, one can say that such a political move is unfair; nevertheless, for a political party who once boasted they were the Hawks I do believe the Democrats can use the next stage in the Debt and Deficit debate to force the Conservatives and Tea Party Members to the Table of Compromise. For why the Speaker of the House and Minority Speaker of the Senate might want their Republican Committee Members not to vote for any tax increases, knowing that the Representatives and Members of the Senate will face a ferocious ad attack in 2012 if they vote to automatically cut defense spending. I do believe the Conservatives will be forced to give up their title as Hawks and take up the title of Chicken Hawks.

Yes, the Minority Speaker of the Senate might think he is being bold as he talks to his conservative base; however, knowing that a simple move by Americas’ Democrats can make his political position indefensible and put his entire political party at risk. I do believe after the Market gets done reducing the economy the Institutional Republicans might have to take the Speaker of the House and Minority Speaker of the Senate aside and discuss putting committee members who will work not only to protect our military, but also insure Americas’ Wealthy Citizens that the plan the super committee will come up with can protect Wall Street.

For why the Speaker of the House will have to defend his seat and other Members of the House and Senate will have to defend their seats in 2012. After watching the Dow already lose over 800 points in the last week and knowing the first cuts will do nothing to add to the economy or grow jobs. On Dec. 23, 2011 I look forward to see what happens since I doubt if the current Republican Presidential Candidates can win if Congress fails to raise the revenue necessary to pay Americas’ Bills. Especially considering I personally know that on Dec.23, 2008 My Elders were told it is humanly possible to make American Citizens energy independent as well as economically viable and financially independent.

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August 1, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

With Speaker Boehner bragging that the Republicans got 98% of what they were asking for than doesn’t Logic and Reason dictate that the House Republicans produce over 200 votes and all the Republican Senators vote for passage of the bill? And though it might be playing political hardball by the Democrats to withhold a single vote until those numbers are met, it would give them political coverage in saying the only reason they voted for passage of the bill was to ensure America did not default on her obligations while a Democratic President held the White House. For after listening to Hannity last night (twice) I do believe the Conservatives and Tea Party should have to own the problems created by not reaching an agreement to generate the revenue necessary to match the $4 trillion dollars wanted by the credit rating agencies. For in my humble opinion they have proven how to win and lose at the same time.

No, the only winner in the bill in my humble opinion is President Obama since he is the only one who can claim to get the National Credit Limit rose until 2013, yet only had to give up $1 trillion dollars in cuts over ten years and the promise Congress can agree to an additional $1.5 trillion cuts by November or face across the board cuts. In fact, the Tea Party stand for a balanced budget failed to get even the support of the Senate Republicans. So why the Left and Right Media will attempt to put their best foot forward today and tomorrow, I do believe the Center and Independents should keep pushing Washington to come up with a comprehensive plan that not only deals with the Debt and Deficit Issue, but grow the economy by creating the Renewable Energy System required to insure Americas’ Corporation long term inexpensive electricity and other forms of energy.

In fact, I do believe the Democrats and Independents should point out to the Republicans in the House of Representatives that it is on their watch that Americas’ Economy is once again failing. For with a first quarter growth of only .4% and a second quarter growth of 1.3% we should be asking them “Where are the jobs they promised in November of 2010?” Because why the Republicans gave up a plan to cut the budget by $3 trillion dollars and raise an additional $1 trillion dollar in revenue to stop any talk about down grading Americas’ credit rating, I do believe without holding the House Conservatives and Tea Party Members accountable for their lack of action and political courage to raise the revenue necessary to keep the wolves at bay that the Institutional Republicans will suffer.

For though I know I am only entitled to My Personal Opinion, the one thing I would do to solve the Debt and Deficit Issue is to use the American Taxpayer Dollar to give every American Citizen the opportunity to own a Personal Renewable Energy System which would not only provide them with an additional source of income, but allow part of the revenue generated through the sale of electricity to Americas’ Corporations to pay down the National Debt and bridge the gap in our Local, State, and Federal Budgets in the 21^st Century. Especially since it is apparent that Americas’ Wealthy Citizens and Corporations refuse to pay their fair share of the debt and deficit that provides them the tax benefits and cuts which only adds to their profits and wealth.  

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July 30, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

With the House of Representatives insisting on a Balance Budget Amendment in order to raise the National Credit Limit than I do believe the Senate should bring a bill to increase the National Credit Limit which forces the House of Representatives to pass a Political Viable Balanced Budget for 2012 which includes reducing the National Debt by $2 trillion dollars with a $2.2 trillion dollar revenue. For why Ideology may state that a Balanced Budget is a good thing, knowing that the House of Representatives cannot meet the obligations of the united States of America without seriously cutting funding to Defense Contractors, Special Interest Groups, and States today. I do believe making Congress prove they can operate on a balanced budget for the next ten years would be a step in Good Faith toward getting 2/3^rd of the States to agree to a Balanced Budget Amendment. In fact, I do believe an extension of the National Credit Limit for the next 30 days in order to give the House of Representatives a chance to present to the Senate and White House a political acceptable balanced budget is a good faith starting point. However, failure to pass such a bill through the House and Senate that is veto proof against the President of the United States of America should automatically reduce spending by $4 trillion dollars and extend the National Credit Limit until 2014.

Because why the Conservatives are willing to hold the American Economy hostage in a attempt to get a balanced budget amendment passed, I do believe it should not take a balanced budget amendment to make thus House of Representative prove they can produce and sell a balanced budget to the American People. For if it is about tying the hands of future Congresses, but allowing this Congress to keep spending wild sums of money than the in my humble opinion the idea should be shot down. Given that those over the age of 30 are good at telling the Youth what they should do, but as time has shown they are unable or unwilling to do the same. Especially since having grown up under the thumb of “Do as I say, not as I do” has never set well with the Children of the 70’s.

So please, raise the National Credit Limit in order to keep the good name of America intact; however, for those who keep insisting on a balanced budget amendment than force this Congress to produce a balanced budget for the next ten years which includes reducing the National Debt to zero. Because why it might be nice to say in principle you believe the balanced budget is the best way forward, not able to agree on reducing Americas’ Obligations by $4 trillion dollars over the next ten years leaves me little hope that this Congress has the political courage to live up to the same political courage shown by Americas’ Elders did in the 1970’s, 80’s, and 90’s.

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July 29, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

Unable or unwilling to pass a budget or raise the debt limit I have to ask is the House of Representatives in violation of the Constitution? For under section 7 “All bills for raising Revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives…” And though I am no expert I do believe failure to come to terms with the money owed by the United States of America is the Duty and Responsibility of the Members of the House of Representatives. So why the Republicans and Tea Party have sworn pledges to entities other than the Constitution to not increase revenue than shouldn’t reasonable people come to the conclusion that any Member of the House of Representative not willing to support raising the National Credit Limit or reach a compromise in reducing federal spending over the short term is in direct obligations and responsibilities of their oath.

Sure, I realize no incumbent could withstand an election where they selected to withhold over $34 Billion federal dollars from their districts and states; nonetheless, facing a $1.7 trillion dollar shortfall in the Federal Budget and asking for a Balanced Budget are the Republicans and Tea Party ready to take such action? Additionally, how much of the $2.2 trillion dollars of present revenue are they willing to use in order to keep America from passing the existing National Credit Limit? Because why I don’t believe there is a single Member of Congress in the House or Senate willing to tell the American People they are ready to reduce the $3.7 trillion dollar federal budget down to under $.2 trillion dollar for the next ten years, unable or unwilling to set aside their pledge and principles to raise revenue in order to manage the Affairs of the Nation. Are they in violation of their sworn Duties and Responsibilities of their Elected Seats?

Now, I realize some people are talking about the idea the President of the United States of America under the 14^th Amendment has the right to raise the National Credit Limit: however, under his Emergency Powers Act I would state that he has the obligation to raise the National Credit Limit and restructure Americas’ National Debt in order to protect the American People from the Enemy Within. For if the House of Representatives can’t, won’t, of just fail to uphold their sworn Duty and Responsibilities under the Constitution to introduce a Political Viable Solution to Americas’ Deficit and Debt problem than shouldn’t Common Sense and Common Knowledge state the President of the United States of America act in the Common Defense and General Welfare of “We the People.” 

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July 23, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

Sad to hear that the politics of Washington are such that both parties would rather risk Americas’ well-being instead of admit to their own political ignorance. I do hope you will point out to those so set in their ways what will happen if their district and state is denied federal funding. For what good is principle when the point you stand on is intended to hurt you more than your opponent? And though that might be hard for some to understand, I wonder how many Members of Congress would be reelected in 2012 if their institutions and voters found themselves without the blessings of the funds received from the federal budget. Would anyone care to give me the odds that Americans both young and old would not look for political relief? So, rather than blame the political principles of Americas’ Democratic and Republican Leadership, I do hope the following ideas will help start your conversation today.

Because first of all I do believe everyone can agree that any new spending needs to be matched by offsets in the federal budget and debt. And I do believe almost everyone can agree that all new revenue should go directly toward reducing the debt. In fact, if I may interject at this point I do believe offering “Special Treasury Notes” for purchase to Americans as Tax Credits would help ease some of the resistance on the Hill. For if we can agree that no new spending be added to the National Debt and all new revenue go directly toward reducing the National Debt than wouldn’t it eliminate the objections on both sides?

Next, I realize that since 9/11 the costs of the Federal, State, and Local governments have increase enormously and though that has been lost in the political debate on the issue. Still I do believe reasonable people can come to reasonable terms about how to reduce their overall budgets by 10% a year. Now exactly how many years and what should be cut in My Humble Opinion should be left up to the individual states provided they do not cut services to the most needy. In fact, I personally would take off the table education, Medicare, and unemployment in order to avoid civil outrage.

Yes Mr. President and the Elders of Congress the meeting you have today and the actions you take over the next several days will go down in history. And though I am personally glad I am not in your shoes, the question each of you must answer is very simple. For will History look upon you as the American Democratic and Republican Political Leaders who destroyed the reputation of All Americans or will it show that through the Civil Unrest and against all political odds the Civil Leadership of America found the courage and wisdom held by our forefathers and ancestors to take on the Issues of the 20^th Century and set a course to win the Race to the Top. Because who among us thought forty years ago that the world would ever make it to the 21^st Century and doesn’t that prove the Ignorance of Man?

Good Luck and may God bless your efforts.

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April 7, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

Unable to reach a 2011 budget agreement and knowing there is going to be a fight over the 2012 budget, I do believe an American could quickly reach national recognition by proposing a bill that would stop all political fund raising until Congress can pass into law a budget plan which will eliminate the national debt in 10 years. In fact, I do believe the American Voter would be better served if during the yearly budget debates all political funding was put on hold and the pay of Congress was temporally suspended to avoid future government shutdowns.

Sure I know the Democrats and Republicans would never agree to such a radical political point of view; nevertheless, I do believe it does show how childish the two party leaders have gotten especially when they are willing to shut down the government over less than 1% of the Federal Budget. However, I do see how a third party presidential candidate could get the attention of the American Public with such a political stance. And why the Far Left and Far Right might not like the idea and raise concerns over such actions. Realizing that influence from Special Interest Groups and Corporations would not help or hurt certain members of the House and/or Senate I do believe a fairer budget could be reached in a very short time.

So with more American Voters getting poorer than getting wealthy over the next 20 years if things are not changed I do believe it is time to wake up Washington. For why I realize that the Democratic and Republican Civil, Political, Religious Citizens and Leaders have grown up believing every American is a Corporation. Self-Aware that every Corporation is by Self-Nature a Consumer I do believe a serious third party presidential candidate in 2012 can get the national recognition needed by pointing out to the American Voter that dealing with a budget that is good for All Consumers is also good for All Corporations

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March 30, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

With the Democrats and Republicans battling over the 2011 budget I wonder if ant Member of Congress can justify any spending except the paying of our troops. For other than that priority is not the rest of the money spent optional? Yes, the pundits on the Left and Right can cry all they want about this program or that program; however, other than paying our troops and servicing the national debt do we really need to be spending a dime. Considering our warehouses should be able to cover the government needs over the next six months. I do believe it would be a great time for America to test our readiness in a State of Emergency.

Yes, suspending Congressional Pay might not to many on the Hill happy; nevertheless, it would show the rest of the world just how serious America is about getting our financial house in order. And why I suspect many of the new Representatives and Senators would vote against such proposal, citing hardship and the inability of them being able to do their job. I do believe the Members of Congress who have gone before them and the many who will come after them can tell about the many hardships they had to overcome while serving our country.

In fact, as a way to weed out the Want-to-Bes’ I do believe except for a select few that the problem of having to wait for a year or two in order to receive their pay would make it clear on who wants to be in Washington to help their fellow citizens and those who are strictly in the game for the money and benefits. For if the Members of Congress want to cut programs in order to save money than why shouldn’t we start with the benefits and pay of those who are among the highest paid Public Employee.

For if it is ok to ask a Public Employee making $50,000.00/yr. to pay for part of their healthcare and retirement package than doesn’t it make Common Sense to ask those Public Workers making over $100,000.00/yr. to pay for their healthcare and retirement package out their own pocket. Yet, how many new Members of Congress would vote for such a program or accept the fact they being the highest paid Public Employees should be held to higher standards than the average Public Worker. Even though I do believe if the Members of Congress would take such a stance it would leave very little room for the General Assemblies of Governors of States not to follow suit.

So as the Democrats and Republicans debate on what to cut and who will be harmed, I do believe a third party presidential candidate for 2012 can make a great deal of headway by introducing such a political question to the American Voter. For given the choice between cutting money from Meals on Wheels which feed senior citizens or cutting the benefits of Americas’ highest paid Public Workers. Does anyone care to tell this Child of the 70’s which one carrys more political weight?

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March 4, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

With President Obama and Congress cutting the first $4 billion from the Poor, do they have the political will to prove they can take the next $4 billion from Corporate Welfare and the next $4 billion from Wealthy with another $4 billion from the States? For why I do believe the fact that America uses a prorated formula the numbers should be $8 billion, $12 billion, and $16 billion accordingly, I won’t hold my breath waiting for the Republicans and Tea Party given their vote to cut $40 billion from the most profitable corporations on Wall Street. So all I can do is ask My Fellow Americans will Congress prove Shared Sacrifice?

Now we have all heard how raising the taxes on the rich can’t be done. That cutting Entitlements is somehow political madness. And if we screw with the Corporations they will leave our shores. Yet, if they are not willing to help pull the car they drove into the ditch back on the road do we want them to stay in America? In fact, Congress could put enough pressure on the Corporations and Wealthy to thin out the herd if Democrats and Republicans had a backbone. For why the American Business Person understands that you need to spend money to make money, most also realize they must take the lead or follow the American Consumer. And I do believe the Old Folks can tell the Youth of Today how well that worked out in the 1970’s.

Now, we have seen the Democrats willing to consider cutting Corporate Welfare in the House of Representatives; however, with zero Conservatives in the House voting to cut corporate welfare and seeing what their governors are doing not to create jobs in their states. I wonder if the next step is to cut unemployment sending more and more Americans to the Black Market in order to make a Living. In fact, given American Heritage I would not be surprised to see criminal activity increase like it has already done in New Jersey.

So why we wait to see if President Obama and Congress will prove the Democrats and Republicans can prove they have the political will to engage in “Shared Sacrifice” I do believe come November of 2011 and 2012 Americans need to hold each Member of Congress and State Assemblies accountable for their votes over the next few years just on this issue. Because if they do not have the political courage to represent the majority of Americans from all Walks of Life, than do they deserve the American Vote?

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March 3, 2011 by ItheConsumer.

With the governors of Ohio and Wisconsin leading the charge to do away with collective bargaining I do believe the present Public Workers should just walk away. For with lower wages, worse working conditions, and an uncertain future who could blame our police, firefighters, teachers, and all the rest of the Public Workers from walking off the job and seeking employment elsewhere. And why I am sure that a Day of Resignation would send chills down the spine of the Conservative Movement behind the scene since they are betting that a strike would only help their cause. Knowing what the political and societal fallout would be from Public Workers just walking away, I wonder if the Governors and General Assemblies of the States really want to do away with collective bargaining.

For with the Class of 2011 not being able to graduate along with every student not being able to go to the next grade due to the lack of teachers. To the parents which would have to forfeit their jobs in order to stay home with their children. And what about the colleges which won’t have a freshman class and thus lose millions in funding. To the Employers who will no longer have the workforce and thus cause wages to increase or move away. Than we have the Banks which would have loans and property values drop like flies; however, on the bright side the governors and general assembly would be able to cut more spending since the state revenue would be considerable less over the next four years.

Now I realize that some believe Governor Walker and others are doing what they think is right. And why I can understand how some people are easily led to believe Public Workers have a better life than they do. Nevertheless, who among us want to put up with 30 students in a classroom let alone the 60-120 students which will come as Community Elders deal with the state cutting funds to educations? Who among want to stand in landfills all day? And so why some people might think Public Workers have it easy, I don’t see a whole lot of them putting in their applications.

Thus, the states may face budget crisis and the people did elect the Republicans to lead in solving the problem; however, I wonder if they knew that the ones they put into elected office was going to change their life in the wrong direction. For how many Americans are willing to take on the jobs Public Workers do now or the worse conditions they will surely face in the next years. So why I can’t stand behind the Governors of Ohio, Wisconsin, and others or the Democratic Leadership which has allowed this to happen, speaking as a private citizen, I do have to wonder why the Public Workers don’t just walk away. Except the fact they have more respect for their fellow Americans than I do believe the Governors of the states have.

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