I"ve received numerous emails in the past week from the Democratic Party regarding the recent tax deal. Every email has something in common, use of the phrase "Distribution of Wealth."
I find the use of this phrase reprehensible. While I consider myself a democrat in most ways, the views of democratic party regarding taxes is off base.
I personally do not fall in the wealthy category by the current standards (i.e. individual making over 200,000.00 a year), however everything I have achieved I've worked extremely hard to obtain by taking care of the sick and injured. The notion that part of my limited success could one day be "distributed" to others that have not worked as hard as myself is disheartening.
This country was built on the premise that hard work creates success, and sometimes wealth comes with that success. "Distributing wealth" flies in the face of this premise and does nothing but encourages complacence among the American people.
Perhaps as a country we should look at leveling the playing field and treat everyone equally by embracing a flat tax rate.
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I agree with your sentiments, I can't see the point of taking money from successful people - under the penalty of imprisonment if they don't pay their taxes - and giving it to people who aren't even trying to support themselves. It's not compassion to tell people that they have nothing to contribute and that they should depend on others for their livelihood.
Safety net for those who actually need help - yes, but taking money from hard-working people for slugs who sit around munching on high salt, high fat foods while watching sports or soap operas - NO!
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