She had her ups, downs, and Bobby Browns.... Say what you will about Whitney Houston, but at her best, there was no match: -Kevin Aherne
Do you remember the games you played as a child? Do you remember the one kid who would change the rules of the game as you were playing? Have you ever wonder what happened to that manipulating bastard? Chances are he works somewhere within the IRS and the US government. The more things change the more they stay the same, or so they say. The more you apply yourself to benefit society the more society takes form you. So therefore, the less benefit you provide, the more you receive? If your one of the million Americans who have children well then "Cha Ching ", unemployed "Cha Ching", useless to society in general "Cha Ching". I of course speak of your federal income tax, or lack there of. The math is simple... the less income you make the more you get back. What about all of us middle of the road types? You know us proud Americans who have accumulated a slightly better than modest salary?. We know who we are... the citizen who has what he or she needs and then some, but still struggles to save for the inevitable retirement, what do we get? Let me break down my bitterness. A very slight increase in wages is all that differs on my income taxes this year, however my dearest Uncle Sam decided to change the rules this time around. In years past I have come to expect a small return for my hard work & effort. Year after that small return has gotten smaller & smaller & smaller, until this year. My illustrious accountant broke some bad news to me earlier this week. In his knowledgeable explanation he explained to me that my uncle has decided to rid a tax cut that I had (& millions of other Americans have) benefited from annually. This one cut swung my returns so substantially, I find myself doling out to the government. The lesson plan seems to be cut and dry. Work hard or enough to survive get porked. Under achieve, quit or not try at all, get handed a block of cheese and some dough. -Pal By Kevin Aherne Providence's chapter of the Occupy Movement was the latest of such groups to abandon their camps. Since October, Burnside Park had been home to dozens of tents and various make-shift shelters, serving as the homes for those protesting on behalf of the "99%. As in many cities, civic leaders had grown tired of the nuisance, and sought means to end the "occupation." Rather than allowing themselves to be forcefully removed, Occupy Providence was able to negotiate with city officials, and left, contingent upon the opening of a new day-shelter in the Emmanuel House. Occupy members consider this a significant victory, as it shows how a united effort can bring change. However, protesters in other cities have not fared as well. Arrests, injuries, and forceful evictions have been common in many of the Occupy cities. In Oakland, UC Davis, and Wall Street, police intervention spurned aggression, prompting public safety authorities to react with force, which often ended poorly for protesters. These protests were an attempt to disrupt commerce and become a thorn in the side of those who hold the world's wealth. In fact, these protests seemed to be more of a nuisance and public safety threat than they were a strong message to the One Percenters. In some cases, the protesters were even fodder for mocking by the financial leaders (see twitter account: GSElevator). So, WBOB audience, What are your thoughts? Has "Occupy!" been a worthwhile venture? Do you support or condemn their cause? Please vote in the Poll (Below) and use the Comments Section to share your opinion! |
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