Sure the US is the richest country in the world, largely because of its "defense" spending and limited corporate control. Of all industrialized countries in the world, the US has the greatest gap between the rich and the poor. I think a primary reason for this gap is because we're also taxed the least compared to other first-world countries. So, do you believe the majority of Americans benefit from such concentrated wealth?
Having visited other countries like Canada, I felt a lot safer in downtown Vancouver than let's say, Los Angeles. Most of us are pretty aware of our crime and poverty-stricken areas surrounding us. I think it's time to increase social spending--something we could actually benefit from our taxes.
2007-10-15
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