tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385418418066719739.post1019451262943779183..comments2017-06-22T14:25:26.722-04:00Comments on My Back Pages: It's Time For Cooperation and CompromiseOld jarheadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17352950909511401450noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385418418066719739.post-69826274787649679102011-09-25T11:58:06.335-04:002011-09-25T11:58:06.335-04:00Given the current downward spiral of our economic ...Given the current downward spiral of our economic system, one would think that people would rise to the occasion, rather than sticking their heads in the sand.<br /><br />I agree with you. Where did our fight go? Our work ethic? When did we morph into a nation of people crying "entitlement" at every turn without contributing in some way?<br /><br />Don't get me wrong, those who have worked, payed into the system, are damn well entitled to any/all benefits available. There are just too many who sit on their haunches and expect hand-outs...for doing nothing but taxing the system with their needs.<br /><br />We live in a nation rich with technology and people who can develop products and programs right here on our native soil, yet we allow other countries to produce garbage that we purchase on a daily basis. Why? We have the capabilities of manufacturing quality here in the United States but we allow outsiders to reap the profits and compromise our economy.<br /><br />It can be done...we need to get our edge back and start kicking some ass, starting with the politicians.<br /><br />Excellent post!Pattyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00983686239033756332noreply@blogger.com