I just got off the phone with another friend that may be losing their job. It is really becoming simpler to keep track of the people that will keep their jobs -- there are less of them.
Here are some things to consider. If you agree, disagree, have additional points to add, please add a comment.
The Economy Needs Work
If you disagree with this, you may have been in a McCain campaign. For the vast majority of us, this is a critical concern.
Tax Relief -- That would be helpful for most middle and low-income families. In addition, could we review some of the taxation of the super-rich? This might hinder the Socialism for the super-rich and Capitalism for the rest of us plan that is currently in play, but it really hasn't worked out all that well anyway.
Newer Deal -- Perhaps there is a place for the vast unemployed folks to work by rebuilding and repairing bridges, railroads, schools. How about making some inroads into alternatives to petro-chemicals? Yes, I recognize that not all unemployed people are bride builders, but there are other positions associated with these potential jobs. How about the people that really just want to work at a fair wage?
Unemployment Extension -- I know lots of households where that would be a tremendous help. What happens to the people that can't find work and have no money coming in? They eventually lose their homes. Most unemployed people don't want a free ride or to be on the dole long term, but in case you haven't noticed, finding a job is not a simple task.
Living Wages -- Yes, I realize that this seems like a strange request to many people, but in my own community I challenged the candidates at a meet the candidates gathering to explain what that meant. There was lots of live, work and play in Ramsey sentiments, but none could actually put a dollar amount on what that would take. I can tell you most jobs in Ramsey would preclude you from living here.
Protect People not Corporations -- Everyday we see the ramifications of Corporations Gone Wild with families losing their homes. Yes, some of them certainly took loans that weren't right for them, but many did not and are still in dire straits. One big medical expense or loss of a job and households may start to slide down a slippery slope that they will never be able to get control of. When do we help these people?
The Constitution Should Mean Something -- Yes, the Bush 2 years certainly showed us an interesting take on the Constitution and their interpretation of same. I would like to think that my telephone calls are private or at least require a warrant to be overheard. (Of course cell phones in public are not covered by that parameter.) Let's try for the actual three branches of government -- executive, legislative, and judicial -- and not allow the President to ride rough shod all over the Constitution. Here's a plan, check and balances.
Health Care -- Should be available for everyone.
Prescription Drugs -- We also may need a moment to evaluate drug companies and their influence on prescription pricing. No one should need to decide between buying prescriptions drugs or spending their money on another necessity.
Rebuild Foreign Relationships -- You may want to refer back to what the Constitution means. Let's not allow "The Decider" mentality to reappear -- did Bush 1 really suggest Jeb Bush as a Bush 3? Should one "Decider" be allowed to ramrod our country into a foreign country? Please take a moment to visit the Faces of the Fallen and make your own determination.
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http://projects.washingtonpost.com/fallen/ Faces of the Fallen
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