[Winona Online Democracy] Regarding Mr. Kaldunski's assertion that taxes do not benefit taxpayers:
Who, then, does benefit? Have I been deluded in thinking that the amenities that I have recieved from the city/county/state level have not come from taxes? Law enforcement, fire protection, library services, street maintenance, water quality control, public (and private) education on all levels, public health resources, Extension services, to name just a very few (I could go on and on), are not supported by our tax dollars? In addition, am I to understand that services to the mentally and physically handicapped, the indigent, and crime prevention programs do not benefit me? Anything that improves the quality of life for those who need that kind of help in their lives benefits me because it enhances the quality of life of the community of which I am a member. Speaking entirely out of self interest, if that is the only way some can relate: perhaps I won't be robbed by someone who experienced an intervention program. Winonans are just now starting to feel the effects of the reduction in Local Government Aid. Have you tried to go the library before 11:00 a.m. recently? Are you sending a child to one of the State Universities? Just wait; the plot sickens. Sign me, HAPPY TO PAY FOR A BETTER MINNESOTA! Vicki Englich _______________________________________________ This message was posted to Winona Online Democracy All messages must be signed by the senders actual name. No commercial solicitations are allowed on this list. To manage your subscription or view the message archives, please visit http://mapnp.mnforum.org/mailman/listinfo/winona Any problems or suggestions can be directed to mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] If you want help on how to contact elected officials, go to the Contact page at http://www.winonaonlinedemocracy.org
