quade 4 #1 January 24, 2008 http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/01/24/economic.stimulus/index.html Which products would you buy that would actually stimulate the US economy? Think about this one.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #2 January 24, 2008 doesn't appear than I'm getting any. So when you guys spend my money, put it on hookers and strippers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydyvr 0 #3 January 24, 2008 Back-load my mortgage with that paltry sum. Every little bit helps. . . =(_8^(1) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pirana 0 #4 January 24, 2008 Quotedoesn't appear than I'm getting any. So when you guys spend my money, put it on hookers and strippers. That would meet the criteria - - stimulation." . . . the lust for power can be just as completely satisfied by suggesting people into loving their servitude as by flogging them and kicking them into obedience." -- Aldous Huxley Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #5 January 24, 2008 If I were getting such a check, I'd put it toward taxes or skydiving gear, but apparently those of us who pay more taxes won't get any rebate at all, and those who paid less than $600 will get a 100% rebate PLUS some. I'd hold my breath for some relief in the business tax breaks mentioned, but they'll probably only affect companies far larger than mine. I'm guessing I'll just be stuck in the middle, financing it for everyone else. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 858 #6 January 24, 2008 do jump tickets count??? actually...I'd save it for when the form comes along to pay it back...just like the last time this was done. stoopid politicians...stimulus my ass! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #7 January 24, 2008 Quote stimulus my ass! I think the correct word you're looking for is "stimulate", and either way, the answer is no. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #8 January 24, 2008 Probably put it in the bank and not spend any more money than I would otherwise. QuoteWhich products would you buy that would actually stimulate the US economy? Probably nothing... just the same products I would buy anyway (mostly "necessities"), so I guess I won't be helping to make the plan work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,077 #9 January 24, 2008 >That would meet the criteria - - stimulation. In more ways than one! My new proposal - this money, by law, should only be spent on hookers (where legal of course) strippers, Jack Daniels or other US-made spirits, or McDonald's. Contribution to charity (as Bush did with his first rebate check) savings, paying off mortgages, paying off student loans etc should be strictly prohibited as contrary to the spirit of the rebate and the spirit of the age. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,107 #10 January 24, 2008 Quotehttp://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/01/24/economic.stimulus/index.html Which products would you buy that would actually stimulate the US economy? Think about this one. Nothing, I don't seem to qualify.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #11 January 24, 2008 I soooo do not qualify... please spend my tax money I paid into the system wisely. Do it for America Who was it that came up with this again???? Oh yeah Bush.... So what are all the right wingers thinking about this socialistic redistribution of wealth from the haves.. to the have nots. I would bet that its... just more of the same situational ethics they have gotten so good with. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #12 January 24, 2008 We should start a "You're welcome!" thread, just to see if we get any thanks. Blues, Dave "I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #13 January 24, 2008 If it wasn't an election year, you and I would get the $800. Instead he's settling for an attempt to curry favor with everyone in the middle. Whichever GOP guy wins the nomination isn't going to win by campaigning on the last 8 years, he'll only win by campaigning against the opposition. The opposition, of course, will campaign about Iraq and the lousy economy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,077 #14 January 24, 2008 I forget who said it, but I recall a quote along the lines of "democracy will survive only until the government realizes they can bribe people with their own money." "Vote for Joe! He will give you a check for $1000!" "Vote for Phil! He'll give you $2000! He's twice as generous." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #15 January 24, 2008 Quote>That would meet the criteria - - stimulation. In more ways than one! My new proposal - this money, by law, should only be spent on hookers (where legal of course) strippers, Jack Daniels or other US-made spirits, or McDonald's. Contribution to charity (as Bush did with his first rebate check) savings, paying off mortgages, paying off student loans etc should be strictly prohibited as contrary to the spirit of the rebate and the spirit of the age. That is exactly my plan. Sitting in a strip bar drinking JD. If I thought that moderators drank, you could go along. This is the type of economic stimulus that this country needs. It promotes market-guided spending and the happiness of pursuit (as mentioned in the Constitution). I know that a lot of those gals are just single moms who are trying to get their life back on track. They'll be using the money to pay off their college loans. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FreeflyChile 0 #16 January 24, 2008 I'll use it to pay part of that month's student loan payment....hoooraaaaaaaaayy debt! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #17 January 24, 2008 Quote I'm guessing I'll just be stuck in the middle, financing it for everyone else. I'll call the whaaaaaaaaa!mbulance for ya!But seriosuly, I do qualify, and the amounts indicated will have basically zero effect overall on my life. So I would think that someone making over $75,000 it would be such a small percentage of income as to make even less difference. And by the way, this still doesn't even come close to making up for the tax breaks given to the top earners over the course of the Bush admin. Overall, you still did pretty well. This money will seem a pittance when Hillary gets into office. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #18 January 24, 2008 If it helps, sure - do it. Though I'm doubtful. But don't call it a "rebate" if it goes to those that didn't pay anything. Call it 'welfare' like it is. "rebate" is returned money ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #19 January 24, 2008 You're right, it's not a lot of money. Given how tired I get at times while working two jobs to earn my way through life, it's a little insulting, but nothing I'm gonna get too worked up over. Since the norm is for everyone to want tax breaks or benefits that work to their advantage first, I'd like to see a tax break tied to working hours. Tax everyone on 2080 hours per year of primary (highest) income and exempt all income earned beyond that. There's nothing like the feeling of "Hey, since I don't pay enough taxes at my full-time job, I think I'll take a part-time job too so I can pay more taxes at an even higher rate!" Or better yet, the government could quit spending so much fucking money and let us keep more of it to ourselves so "rebates" like this wouldn't even be considered. Of course that would require expecting us to take care of ouselves...and that would just be silly. Blues, Dave "I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piper17 1 #20 January 24, 2008 Bush? Spare me, Amazon. It is being hailed by the MSM as bipartisan. Pelosi and her cronies wanted to add increases in food stamps, longer unemployment benefits period, etc. Frankly, I think they should skip the stimulus deal, reduce taxes to all those who pay them and let this sub-prime mortgage thing work itself out. Many people did stupid things - borrowers and lenders. They need to learn from their mistakes (suck it up and take the pain)...although it is always better to learn from the mistakes of others!"A man can never have too much red wine, too many books, or too much ammunition"...Rudyard Kipling Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #21 January 24, 2008 QuoteYou're right, it's not a lot of money. Given how tired I get at times while working two jobs to earn my way through life, it's a little insulting, OK dude, if you are working 2 jobs and are over the max, I say you should get the damn rebate. If I had a second job I would be over the limit too, but fuck man, money just isn't important enough to me to work that hard for it. I'll tke what I get now and some free time any day! Quit one of those jobs and relax a little. Life is too short. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,077 #22 January 24, 2008 >Frankly, I think they should skip the stimulus deal, reduce taxes to all >those who pay them and let this sub-prime mortgage thing work itself out. I think the opposite. Make taxes equal expenditures, and watch how fast people agree to reduce government spending. Our debt stops growing, our economy recovers (traditionally higher taxes coincide with a stronger economy in terms of GDP growth per person) and we finally start to reign in government spending. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #23 January 24, 2008 Hmmm $1200 is a lot of money... I would probably just put it towards the principal on my mortgage. Say, does anybody remember the paltry $250 everyone got in Bush's first year? I think this is just a feeble attempt to repair the damage to Bush's legacy. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #24 January 25, 2008 having just been laid off, that $300 dollars was useful to me. (also a very funny Futurama episode) But more useful was the extension of unemployment benefits. I'm a bit shocked that Pelosi gave that one up in exchange for one time payouts per kids. With the mass layoffs in the financial and real estate sectors, people will take longer to find work in other realms. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhys 0 #25 January 25, 2008 Imagine if all those trillions were spent on education, health and the development of American made economical cars and alternitive fuels? Instead Toyota is cashing in. Have you seen the new Lexus Hybrid models? So who really won the 2nd world war.... ..in the end. "When the power of love overcomes the love of power, then the world will see peace." - 'Jimi' Hendrix Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
