Here is something to keep in mind as Listmembers fantasize about transit modes that you can't afford, at least for the next several years.
A very large number of people, even in Minneapolis, do not want to become dependent on government - for anything. I'm included in this group because I find that government services cost way too much, end up hiring too many people with puffy paychecks and pensions, and ultimately offer inferior services compared to those found in the private sector. Keep in mind that we are paying more than ever to provide for our own security, buy palatable drinking water, provide an education for our children, and avoid the morass called "health care." This group of freedom loving, independent people prefer to go wherever they want, whenever they want to. They like to choose which retailer or restaurant gets their money. Some like to go to a Casino in the middle of the night. You get the picture. They don't like to be herded like cattle. Vicky Heller North Oaks and Cedar-Riverside REMINDERS: 1. Think a member has violated the rules? Email the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[email protected] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
