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- debate? how about mini-put?
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- daveberta
- Dave Cournoyer began blogging in 2005 while studying Political Science at the University of Alberta in Edmonton. In 2006, he was elected Vice-President (External) his Students’ Union and served as Chair of the Council of Alberta University Students until 2007. Since then, he has worked as Communication Coordinator for Alberta’s official opposition party and for various advocacy and public policy groups. As well as writing on this blog, Dave also occasionally writes for publications such as SEE Magazine.
It's funny how we always complain about what the government isn't doing for us. Compared to other countries, our government provides us with a lot of services (incl health care). Do we get the best bang for our buck? Probably not. But then again, you hear all the crying and outrage when the new government decides to "trim the fact" and pay down our huge national debt (with the resulting decreases in interest payment requirements).
ReplyDeleteYes, we all pay taxes, deserve something in return, and do get services in return. But the government cannot pay for EVERYTHING.