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happydaze

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13. I'm addressing the reality of the situation in America today.
Tue Aug 9, 2016, 08:13 PM
Aug 2016

We have wealth and income distribution at rates that were equal or surpassing when we had the Great Depression. Along with this phenomenon, we essentially have a govt that is bought or part of the wealthy establishment. They are selling the country out and harming a ton of people.

It goes back to the feeling that much of the system is rigged and only a few are truly having an "American Dream" experience. I think it's why many people distrust a tax hike to pay more for what they aren't perceiving as much or a good deal for the money.

Let the wealthy pony up. Try to end as much corruption as we can thru essentially legalized bribes to elected officials. End the revolving doors. And insure that the benefits truly do benefit societal needs.

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