[Superman]

Lots of interesting topics on which to comment. I think I'll pass on most of them. Well, let's just say it seems clear to me that some of you are not aware of the basis for this anti-trust law suits that Microsoft has been brought into in recent years both nationally and internationally. There is a reason why those suits are being brought.

Okay.....Thanks for the hyperbole-free posts, Tim. I knew you had it in you.

I like my reputation as an ultra-liberal but I'll risk that fine reputation with these next comments. Maybe. I don't have a problem with people getting rich. Indeed, I like the presence of those opportunities here. Capitalism is, indeed, one of the main things that make this country great.

I'm also not interested in throwing away tax money. I'm similarly opposed to welfare as a disincentive. So far, I suspect most of you are in agreement.

I wonder though......I wonder if there is a way to enhance incentives. I mean, aside from the brilliant suggestion that we let them starve. Quite frankly, my personal belief is that it is possible to restructure social programs so that they both cost less.....and are more effective. Here "effective" means that people are entering jobs and careers they would not have but for the programs and those jobs and careers are making welfare "contributors" out of welfare "recipients." It also means that the cycle of laziness or whatever you think it is (some think it is cultural/educational, but you guys know best), and that children are taken care of and taught how to achieve.

I think this can be done. I think it could be, in the long run, less expensive than current "handout" systems. But here's the catch: I think it will be more expensive up front.

Either that, or maybe we should just go with Legion's insightful and responsible plan of letting them starve until they "see the light."