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p> Maybe someday, in a distant future, Americans will figure out that a union's primary purpose is to promote and protect the jobs of its members. Ergo, even under the best of circumstances, the concerns of student and their parents come second to those of teachers -- period. br> -- Arnold Ahlert br> Boca Raton, Florida /p> p> THE LOWER 40 br> Re: Peter Ferrara's The Strategy of the Smart Surrender : /p> p>It is highly unethical that the bottom 40% wage earners pay no tax at all. What is their contribution to America? Asking for a handout? It is morally imperative that they pay the very least 5% in taxes so that they feel part of the American tax paying experience. People have to learn they are expected to pay their way, too. That means turning takers into givers. If, after all that, they need help then help should be given. But first pay in before you take out! br> --

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