billvon 2,991 #76 September 16, 2013 >I call Bullshit. More than 95% of Americans? Your last name isn't Rockefeller I pay more than 95% of Americans as well and my name definitely isn't Rockefeller (or Gates, or Buffet.) >You do have the detached demeanor of someone who was handed too much in life, though. I definitely got a better chance than most. I was born in the US, where I was able to use public (and private) education to get to where I am now. My grandparents came to the US with little more than the clothes on their backs, and they were able to make a life for themselves as well. I don't mind repaying the US for the opportunities that it has given me and my family. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #77 September 16, 2013 PiLFy ****** Let me know when you stop being more of a moocher as most. Fail. I pay more towards running the government than most. In fact, based on IRS data, more than about 95% of Americans and some six times the national average.And I approve my tax dollars going to research on obesity. I call Bullshit. More than 95% of Americans? Your last name isn't Rockefeller ... You do have the detached demeanor of someone who was handed too much in life, though. If Life hadn't handed you so much. You'd be a lot more particular in how the Government pisses it all away. Sure. Grew up in a working class suburb. Neither parent had finished high school. Didn't inherit anything. Got through college on merit scholarships, and been employed every day of my life since the day I graduated. Never asked for government assistance. And I pay my taxes without whining. On checking the numbers it looks like I pay more federal tax than 95% of WORKING Americans, or about 98% of all Americans. Yep, handed it all on a plate, just like my buddy Rockefeller. And I pay my taxes without whining even though my overall tax rate is higher than that of Mitt Romney or Warren Buffett.... 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
PiLFy 3 #78 September 17, 2013 billvon>I call Bullshit. More than 95% of Americans? Your last name isn't Rockefeller I pay more than 95% of Americans as well and my name definitely isn't Rockefeller (or Gates, or Buffet.) >You do have the detached demeanor of someone who was handed too much in life, though. I definitely got a better chance than most. I was born in the US, where I was able to use public (and private) education to get to where I am now. My grandparents came to the US with little more than the clothes on their backs, and they were able to make a life for themselves as well. I don't mind repaying the US for the opportunities that it has given me and my family. I call BS x2, then... Back it up w/numbers. An Engineer, & part time canopy coach, in the top fifth percentile??? Show me a true master of their own destiny, & I'll show you a self-deluded (or lying), spoiled Weanie.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 3 #79 September 17, 2013 "Got through college on merit scholarships," Those were handouts. Lots of People have great GPAs. They get squat for assistance. "On checking the numbers it looks like I pay more federal tax than 95% of WORKING Americans, or about 98% of all Americans." There you go again w/those figures. Where are they, exactly? Sources? "Yep, handed it all on a plate, just like my buddy Rockefeller. And I pay my taxes without whining" In a sense, you're every bit as spoiled. Lots of good people work for years &years, having nowhere near as much cash to show for it. "...even though my overall tax rate is higher than that of Mitt Romney or Warren Buffett." More BS. Behold the God who bothers to pick arguments w/us mere mortals.... Show me some proof, not the same rehashed, unsubstantiated claims. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #80 September 17, 2013 PiLFy"Got through college on merit scholarships," Those were handouts. Lots of People have great GPAs. They get squat for assistance. Check out what valedictorians with perfect ACTs and SATs get from top schools. Quote "On checking the numbers it looks like I pay more federal tax than 95% of WORKING Americans, or about 98% of all Americans." There you go again w/those figures. Where are they, exactly? Sources? "Yep, handed it all on a plate, just like my buddy Rockefeller. And I pay my taxes without whining" In a sense, you're every bit as spoiled. Lots of good people work for years &years, having nowhere near as much cash to show for it. "...even though my overall tax rate is higher than that of Mitt Romney or Warren Buffett." More BS. Behold the God who bothers to pick arguments w/us mere mortals.... Show me some proof, not the same rehashed, unsubstantiated claims. Wow, are you ever JEALOUS of high achievers. Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others.... 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
kallend 2,027 #81 September 17, 2013 PiLFy***>I call Bullshit. More than 95% of Americans? Your last name isn't Rockefeller I pay more than 95% of Americans as well and my name definitely isn't Rockefeller (or Gates, or Buffet.) >You do have the detached demeanor of someone who was handed too much in life, though. I definitely got a better chance than most. I was born in the US, where I was able to use public (and private) education to get to where I am now. My grandparents came to the US with little more than the clothes on their backs, and they were able to make a life for themselves as well. I don't mind repaying the US for the opportunities that it has given me and my family. I call BS x2, then... Back it up w/numbers. An Engineer, & part time canopy coach, in the top fifth percentile??? Show me a true master of their own destiny, & I'll show you a self-deluded (or lying), spoiled Weanie.... Read and weep. If you'd worked harder in school maybe you'd be up in the top 5% too.... 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
turtlespeed 220 #82 September 17, 2013 kallend******>I call Bullshit. More than 95% of Americans? Your last name isn't Rockefeller I pay more than 95% of Americans as well and my name definitely isn't Rockefeller (or Gates, or Buffet.) >You do have the detached demeanor of someone who was handed too much in life, though. I definitely got a better chance than most. I was born in the US, where I was able to use public (and private) education to get to where I am now. My grandparents came to the US with little more than the clothes on their backs, and they were able to make a life for themselves as well. I don't mind repaying the US for the opportunities that it has given me and my family. I call BS x2, then... Back it up w/numbers. An Engineer, & part time canopy coach, in the top fifth percentile??? Show me a true master of their own destiny, & I'll show you a self-deluded (or lying), spoiled Weanie.... Read and weep. If you'd worked harder in school maybe you'd be up in the top 5% too. All you have proven is that you are over paid . . . next?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 284 #83 September 17, 2013 Wow there are a bunch of people jealous of you here!Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #84 September 17, 2013 StumpyWow there are a bunch of people jealous of you here! There sure are.... 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
kallend 2,027 #85 September 17, 2013 turtlespeed*********>I call Bullshit. More than 95% of Americans? Your last name isn't Rockefeller I pay more than 95% of Americans as well and my name definitely isn't Rockefeller (or Gates, or Buffet.) >You do have the detached demeanor of someone who was handed too much in life, though. I definitely got a better chance than most. I was born in the US, where I was able to use public (and private) education to get to where I am now. My grandparents came to the US with little more than the clothes on their backs, and they were able to make a life for themselves as well. I don't mind repaying the US for the opportunities that it has given me and my family. I call BS x2, then... Back it up w/numbers. An Engineer, & part time canopy coach, in the top fifth percentile??? Show me a true master of their own destiny, & I'll show you a self-deluded (or lying), spoiled Weanie.... Read and weep. If you'd worked harder in school maybe you'd be up in the top 5% too. All you have proven is that you are over paid . . . next? Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others.... 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
turtlespeed 220 #86 September 17, 2013 kallend************>I call Bullshit. More than 95% of Americans? Your last name isn't Rockefeller I pay more than 95% of Americans as well and my name definitely isn't Rockefeller (or Gates, or Buffet.) >You do have the detached demeanor of someone who was handed too much in life, though. I definitely got a better chance than most. I was born in the US, where I was able to use public (and private) education to get to where I am now. My grandparents came to the US with little more than the clothes on their backs, and they were able to make a life for themselves as well. I don't mind repaying the US for the opportunities that it has given me and my family. I call BS x2, then... Back it up w/numbers. An Engineer, & part time canopy coach, in the top fifth percentile??? Show me a true master of their own destiny, & I'll show you a self-deluded (or lying), spoiled Weanie.... Read and weep. If you'd worked harder in school maybe you'd be up in the top 5% too. All you have proven is that you are over paid . . . next? Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others. What makes you think I'm not successful?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #87 September 17, 2013 turtlespeed Quote Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others. What makes you think I'm not successful? From your profile: Occupation: Post Whore And you're not very good at it.... 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
turtlespeed 220 #88 September 17, 2013 kallend *** Quote Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others. What makes you think I'm not successful? From your profile: Occupation: Post Whore And you're not very good at it.Ah - but better than you.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 3 #89 September 18, 2013 kallend***"Got through college on merit scholarships," Those were handouts. Lots of People have great GPAs. They get squat for assistance. "Check out what valedictorians with perfect ACTs and SATs get from top schools." There are many more people who maintain solid GPAs, & don't get anywhere near the handouts that you did. There are even more such People who were well on their way, but got blindsided by fate... Could've been a health problem, bad luck, or whatever. Only a spoiled Idiot, or self-deluding/lying Sack would deny Fate's hand in all of Life's endeavors. Quote "On checking the numbers it looks like I pay more federal tax than 95% of WORKING Americans, or about 98% of all Americans." "Yep, handed it all on a plate, just like my buddy Rockefeller. And I pay my taxes without whining" "...even though my overall tax rate is higher than that of Mitt Romney or Warren Buffett." "Wow, are you ever JEALOUS of high achievers. Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others." If Your overall tax rate is higher? It's because the Über-rich like Buffet have so many tax tricks given to them by the Govt. I'd never seen a chart like the link you posted. Ninety fifth Percentile w/only a little over $100K? That doesn't sound right. My area is chock full of People making those numbers. Jealous of high Earners? No, You're wrong there, too. I work w/Doctors that can buy & sell you & your entire family... I've been in Nursing for almost twenty years, now. I've noticed something over those years. Some Physicians appreciate the incredible good fortune that they've had in life. They want to give back to People. They're good People. I sometimes find myself humbled by their altruism. They're well-grounded, & a pleasure to be around. Then... there's the other side of the coin. Your side of the tracks, Kallend. I see Physicians who refuse to acknowledge just how lucky they were in Life's lottery. Who would never admit just how easily something could've gone wrong, & derailed their futures. They become highly cynical, intolerant, & pessimistic. Them, I don't admire one iota... You're making $100K a year? Congratulations. From the content of all the posts I've seen of yours. I don't view you as a "High Achiever". There's a lot more to life than how many zeroes are in your bank accounts... Your arrogance & cynicism have cost you far more than you've gained. One day, when Fate takes those extra zeroes away from you. You'll have less than nothing. Best of Luck w/that... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #90 September 18, 2013 turtlespeed ****** Quote Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others. What makes you think I'm not successful? From your profile: Occupation: Post Whore And you're not very good at it.Ah - but better than you. But I don't claim it as my occupation.... 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
rehmwa 2 #91 September 18, 2013 PiLFy There's a lot more to life than how many zeroes are in your bank accounts... Your arrogance & cynicism have cost you far more than you've gained. One day, when Fate takes those extra zeroes away from you. You'll have less than nothing. Best of Luck w/that... Despite his on-line impression, actually, John's a super nice guy in real life (like most everyone here) - and this is just a shallow debate website with no real bearing on society. we have enough angry, bitter posters that take it way too seriously, don't go down that road ... 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
kallend 2,027 #92 September 18, 2013 Quote *** kallend "Got through college on merit scholarships," Those were handouts. Lots of People have great GPAs. They get squat for assistance. "Check out what valedictorians with perfect ACTs and SATs get from top schools." Quote There are many more people who maintain solid GPAs, & don't get anywhere near the handouts that you did. There are even more such People who were well on their way, but got blindsided by fate... Could've been a health problem, bad luck, or whatever. Only a spoiled Idiot, or self-deluding/lying Sack would deny Fate's hand in all of Life's endeavors. Jealous of those who earn MERIT scholarships to top schools, aren't you? The students the schools WANT to attend, so they give them full scholarships to attract them. Apparently you weren't in that group. Quote *** "On checking the numbers it looks like I pay more federal tax than 95% of WORKING Americans, or about 98% of all Americans." "Yep, handed it all on a plate, just like my buddy Rockefeller. And I pay my taxes without whining" "...even though my overall tax rate is higher than that of Mitt Romney or Warren Buffett." "Wow, are you ever JEALOUS of high achievers. Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others." Jealous of high Earners? No, You're wrong there, too. I work w/Doctors Ooooh! Quote that can buy & sell you & your entire family... Most unlikely - my wife is an MD. (That's a DOCTOR, you know). You are sadly misinformed to the point of being clueless. Quote You're making $100K a year? Nope. Lousy guess. I am a full professor and Associate Dean of Engineering. Quote Congratulations. From the content of all the posts I've seen of yours. I don't view you as a "High Achiever". There's a lot more to life than how many zeroes are in your bank accounts... Your arrogance & cynicism have cost you far more than you've gained. One day, when Fate takes those extra zeroes away from you. You'll have less than nothing. Best of Luck w/that... Ha ha. Your jealousy is more and more apparent with every post you make. Come back and criticize when you've actually achieved something in life. ... 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
rehmwa 2 #93 September 18, 2013 kallend Your jealousy is more and more apparent with every post you make. Come back and criticize when you've actually achieved something in life. sounding pretty libertarian there, John. Don't bait the posters. Do you really want to start turning a batch of them into posters like FunJ? Just for a bit of entertainment during the day? ... 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
PiLFy 3 #94 September 18, 2013 Hi Bill, No Worries. I'm not invested in Kallend's BS. I just felt like smacking him while bored, one night. I see him for what he is. Super nice Guy?? Sorry, but anyone who espouses the entitled, Libertard views that Kallend does, isn't super nice. He's just doing that because it serves his own interests. That, &/or because He's spineless. I usually don't bother getting involved in SC because there are so many People who just love to troll. You have a good day, Bill Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #95 September 18, 2013 QED... 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
PiLFy 3 #96 September 18, 2013 "Jealous of those who earn MERIT scholarships to top schools, aren't you? The students the schools WANT to attend, so they give them full scholarships to attract them. Apparently you weren't in that group." I worked 2-3 jobs at a time, while taking classes. That continued for the seven years it took to get my BS Degree. I can count the number of classes that I didn't get an A in, on one hand. In each case, it was because I had to choose between getting a couple hours of desperately needed sleep, or putting that time to more thoroughly writing a paper or something. There are MANY more People just like myself who truly earned merit scholarships, but didn't get any. My BS Degree is heavy in the sciences. They would've wanted me. If you're referring to some elite Schools for trust fund babies? I wouldn't have wanted THEM. "Most unlikely - my wife is an MD. (That's a DOCTOR, you know)." "You are sadly misinformed to the point of being clueless." So what? I hope your Wife is the same kind of person you are. Otherwise, I'd feel sorry for her. I don't live in the sticks. Doctors I'm friendly with have discussed finances enough for me to understand their earnings. I know the kind of money they make. "Nope. Lousy guess. I am a full professor and Associate Dean of Engineering." There You go again, measuring Life's only worth as being how many of those zeroes someone has... Only an Associate Dean, huh? Come back when YOU achieve something. "Your jealousy is more and more apparent with every post you make. Come back and criticize when you've actually achieved something in life." It's not jealousy. I'm happy when good people put in hard work, & reap the rewards. It's the gross wasting of resources on bad people that I detest. Just because I don't have as many zeroes after my name. That doesn't mean I haven't achieved much in life. You show your true colors loud & clear in every post. I hate to burst your bubble, but you're NOT under my skin. I can tell someone like you off, & happily go back to my day. You're a deplorable waste of resources, & a horrible human being. May Fate find you, soon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,447 #97 September 18, 2013 From what you post, it looks as though he does get under your skin. No poster, right or wrong, should do so -- it's the internet. It's like getting angry at the TV because it broadcasts some moron you don't like. Change the channel. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #98 September 18, 2013 QED Just about every "fact" you claimed to know about either Billvon or myself was incorrect. When this was pointed out, you just took the personal attack route.... 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
Southern_Man 0 #99 September 18, 2013 Let's get back to thinner lesbians..."What if there were no hypothetical questions?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 220 #100 September 18, 2013 kallend ********* Quote Go out and make an effort to be successful instead of whining about the success of others. What makes you think I'm not successful? From your profile: Occupation: Post Whore And you're not very good at it.Ah - but better than you. But I don't claim it as my occupation.Just because you can't prove that you aren't a better teacher than I am a post whore, doesn't mean it's not true.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
