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Old 07-22-2022, 10:23 AM   #1
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So let's be clear, you're not in favor of rich people giving money to poor people via taxes? I thought liberals were all about "spreading the wealth around".
LOL. Keep trying to state something I NEVER said.
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Old 07-22-2022, 10:28 AM   #2
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LOL. Keep trying to state something I NEVER said.
Well, you keep saying (I think?) you have some quarrel with blue states (disproportionately made up of wealthy people) transferring money to red states (disproportionately made up of poor people).

You also have to adjust your numbers for where the biggest military bases and defense contractors are, which states have the most highways, etc...

If CT is being unfairly treated by the federal government, shouldn't our congressional delegation (100% democrats) try to fix that for us?
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Old 07-22-2022, 11:38 AM   #3
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Well, you keep saying (I think?) you have some quarrel with blue states (disproportionately made up of wealthy people) transferring money to red states (disproportionately made up of poor people). I'm just pointing out the facts.
I'm glad you are finally admitting you agree there is a huge transfer of $.


You also have to adjust your numbers for where the biggest military bases and defense contractors are, which states have the most highways, etc...I don't have to adjust the #s - those facts are in it. But those all benefit those states by salaries, purchasing of things, etc. which all impact taxes.

If CT is being unfairly treated by the federal government, shouldn't our congressional delegation (100% democrats) try to fix that for us?
Most people recognize it and are willing to help the poorer states/areas. Just as you and I say thank you to someone who is helping us out/giving us something, it would be nice for those red states to show some appreciation.
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Old 07-22-2022, 11:42 AM   #4
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Most people recognize it and are willing to help the poorer states/areas. Just as you and I say thank you to someone who is helping us out/giving us something, it would be nice for those red states to show some appreciation.
can’t argue with that.
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Old 07-22-2022, 05:10 PM   #5
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it would be nice for those red states to show some appreciation.
this is hilarious...how exactly would you like the red states to show their appreciation for you?
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this is hilarious...how exactly would you like the red states to show their appreciation for you?
by voting for liberals.
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