Businesses are not the only ones that are selfish

Why do leftists always come across as selfish to me? Could it be because they are? The latest battle with the unions in Wisconsin is a classic example.

The state is deeply in debt, not to mention the country as a whole. Everyone who has an ounce of common sense knows we can't continue to spend the way we have. Somehow, someway, something has to give, and in the case of Wisconsin I would say everyone has to give to a certain degree.

Enter the unions. I will admit they have given a few concessions. Yet these concessions are short term and don't deal with the long term problem which is the unions stranglehold on the state's pursestrings. If the people of Wisconsin want to truly make lasting changes that will get them permanently on the road to recovery and a budget that is in check, the union is going to need to give up some of its power to negotiate contracts so the state can keep it in check. Otherwise, the state will be in the same position 5 years from now.

The protesting union members say they are abandoning their classrooms and protesting "for the children" but it seems that unless they are willing to give up the power that got the state into this mess in the first place, they are just blowing smoke.

In the early part of the 20th century, the unions were much needed. I don't know anyone that denies that. The power was in the hands of the businesses, and they were abusing that power. Now it seems the tides have turned and the unions seem to have gotten too much power, and now it is bankrupting state governments left and right. Just as we tweaked the direction of power against businesses back in the last century by giving more power to unions, it is now time to turn that power back into the hands of the people of the state of Wisconsin so they can rein in the abuse of power the unions have wrought over their state government.

If union members want to see more jobs available in their respective fields, the best thing they can do is allow the state to do its job in adjusting the budget to practical levels and give its people a chance at recovery.

Are You Still Here?

Yes, I am still alive and kicking. I've been out of the blogging business for a while and decided I need to spruce up my writing skills for future projects, including possibly a book.

I'm sure those that have perused this site in the past are long gone, so I will have to build up my readership from scratch, but frankly I'm in it for the practice, so the audience is gravy. I appreciate any comments, and certainly would like a big readership, but right now I will be happy to get my thoughts out on paper. I'll think about who actually reads my rantings at a later time.

I have to say that even writing this little bit is a joy. It just gets my creative juices flowing, and allows me to have an outlet on a myriad of subjects, which I have total freedom to pursue.

So here I am again world! Hold onto your seats because I can guarantee this will not be a boring ride!