 aliebe
join:2001-09-02
Blairstown, NJ
1 edit | reply to bmn
Re: Profitable! I've read this whole thing, it makes me want to barf.
State's rights? Jesus people, that state's haven't had that level of authority in years. Plus, do you honestly think your level lifestyle would be half of what it is if it wasn't for interstate commerce?
As for profitability...that is what taxes are for. We pay taxes to our local, state and federal governments so that they can provide us with certain services to protect and enrich our freedom to live our lives the fullest extent allowed by law (read police, fire, public schools, etc.) If the local yokels decide to pay taxes to support a municipal broadband network, so be it.
This is the very basics of democracy and capitalism. The residents opposing of a muni-network are more than capable or organizing and forming their own township. If they choose not to move, then they must accept the laws and taxes as voted upon by the majority of the residents. |
