I think the people you describe are the result of socialism and too much government than the lack of socialism. Before we had so much government interference we seemed to be more active and better educated. The net result was a more informed and healthier citizen. Educated and informed people do not normally accept socialism. Socialism takes away freedom. It has never worked in any society where it has been tried. People lack focus and become lazy under socialism. Socialism takes away the responsibility we have for ourselves. Freedom requires us to be responsible for ourselves and our families. Socialism puts the responsibility on the government. We already have socialism in the U.S. An uneducated populace doesn't understand what that entails. Socialism and apathy is killing this country.

 

Ya know, for an "old guy " .... your kinda smart. :wink:

 

Gee, thanks Ridge Runner.......I think. :?

 

I hope you know I joking. :wink: You "get it " , I "get it ", others who have ran or owned a business " get it ". Too bad some think the Goverment needs to step in so they can make a profit. :roll:

 

Really? Take a look at where the U.S. ranks in terms of education, overall health, and happiness. Then look at the countries above us. Most have a much more socialistic society than ours.

 

You know that Canadiens should be more appreciative of the USA because we keep the Mexicans south of our northern border. Ah!

 

A hunnerd kazillion dollars and thirty four cents.

 

CHR is profitable because they hire talented individuals who are edcuated in house, run a one stop shop from the field to the dinner table. And also started the new year by streamlining John Deer's transportation needs.

http://www.chrobinson.com/tmc/JohnDeerePressRelease.pdf

I am sick and tired of satelite radio. Who pre-screens the credentials of these so called professionals that call in and don't have a clue?

Garbage in = Garbage out.

 

The problem isn't the callers, it's the hosts!

I heard that moron truckin' bozo say we're in a DEPRESSION.

 

I don't see any of the socialist countries being happier, better educated or more healthy than in the U.S. I don't see how anyone can be happy when they rely on the benevolence of "Big Brother" for their livelihood. We were all happier when we took care of ourselves without so much interference from the government. Our educational system was much better before we allowed the government and the National Educational Association to become so involved in our schools. We had a much better educated citizenry when we were more involved in the schools as individuals and parents. Before the government decided to raise one group above another in the name of fairness we worked and earned our way to a better life. Those who worked hard found a way to get ahead. The way things are today, were it not for a government handout they would starve, not because they can't provide for themselves, but because they are unwilling to work and get their hands dirty. Socialism gets a foothold when more people rely on the government than private enterprise.