People receiving welfare are complaining they now cannot buy candy and soda with tax money they are given

[jknowgood]

I don’t care to supervise what poor people eat or drink
I would rather supervise what the wealthy do with the 40 percent tax cut we gave them

You gave him? You mean he got to keep more of the money HE EARNED? The government takes almost 50% of what most people make. **** them.

 

[Meathead]

You gave him? You mean he got to keep more of the HE EARNED? The government takes almost 50% of what most people make. **** them.

Rightwinger was referring to his contributions to Elon Musk and Donald Trump.

 

[jknowgood]

Actually I am tired of that Trickle Down Bait and Switch

If we give tax cuts to the wealthy, they will use the extra money to create jobs and pay higher wages. The reality is they just keep the extra money.

How about we do this……Instead of harassing poor people over a liter of soda, we harass rich people to show they added more jobs and employee benefits BEFORE we allow a 40 percent tax cut.

I take it, you don't pay taxes?

 

[jknowgood]

Rightwinger was referring to his contributions to Elon Musk and Donald Trump.

Rightwinger is a dumbass that thinks the government should get the bulk of people's money.

 

[Meathead]

Rightwinger is a dumbass that thinks the government should get the bulk of people's money.

To be fair, only those that earned it, not the free stuff he's getting.

 

[jknowgood]

To be fair, only those that earned it, not the free stuff he's getting.

I know if someone is complaining about how much tax others pay. They aren't paying anything.

 

[EdwinAMartin]

It's not meant to be a program to keep you in the style you are accustomed to. It is to keep you from starving to death...

It's mainly to keep children fed, not morbidly obese 400 pound parents. I bet these ' mommies' kids are starving and under-weight while mommy munches on bear claws and Doritos while watching The View and Sherry all day between smoking joints and crack.

 

[Hollie]

Yet you are fine with the fruits of your labor being given to the Military Industrial Complex.

You morons were so busy pushing your tranny comics and queer musicals on foreign nations which never asked for them, it was taxpayer funded welfare for the sexual perversions of democrats.

 

[otto105]

Truth. Most passenger rail systems run at a loss, that's why the railroads got out of the passenger business and the government formed AMTRAK.

Hilarious

 

[otto105]

You want welfare to pay for Twinkies and Dr Pepper because you are a communist?

Communism must be great if they have Twinkies and Doctor Pepper.

 

[AZrailwhale]

Hilarious

If you think that's funny. you know nothing about railroad history. From Townhall:
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Founded 54 years ago, Amtrak set out on a bold adventure to revitalize passenger rail. Fast forward to today, and this experiment has failed. Politicians have often crafted routes to win votes rather than attract riders. As a result, Amtrak has been squandering taxpayer money since 1971.


Amtrak ignored profits under Democrats but now claims it will be profitable to win GOP votes. Despite reporting a $661.7 million loss for fiscal year 2025, it failed to include:

1. $1.05 billion in depreciation.
2. $364.2 million in "Project Related Expenses."
3. $328.1 million in state subsidies.
4. $28.1 million in Office of Inspector General funding.

With its real costs factored in, the notion that Amtrak can ever turn a profit is a pipe dream. In fact, Amtrak is demanding larger subsidies than ever before."

 

[otto105]

If you think that's funny. you know nothing about railroad history. From Townhall:
"
Founded 54 years ago, Amtrak set out on a bold adventure to revitalize passenger rail. Fast forward to today, and this experiment has failed. Politicians have often crafted routes to win votes rather than attract riders. As a result, Amtrak has been squandering taxpayer money since 1971.


Amtrak ignored profits under Democrats but now claims it will be profitable to win GOP votes. Despite reporting a $661.7 million loss for fiscal year 2025, it failed to include:

1. $1.05 billion in depreciation.
2. $364.2 million in "Project Related Expenses."
3. $328.1 million in state subsidies.
4. $28.1 million in Office of Inspector General funding.

With its real costs factored in, the notion that Amtrak can ever turn a profit is a pipe dream. In fact, Amtrak is demanding larger subsidies than ever before."

How much profit do roads bring in?

 

[Mac-7]

How much profit do roads bring in?

Practically all he revenue that commerce produces

If companies cant move their products to market sales will be zero

 

[AZrailwhale]

How much profit do roads bring in?

Toll Roads built by private individuals or companies are very profitable. From the Orange County California Website:
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Orange County Toll Roads Profitability by Year​

Orange County’s toll road system — managed by the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) and the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) — has shown strong and consistent profitability over recent years, with revenue growth outpacing debt service needs.

TCA Toll Roads (State Routes 73, 133, 241, 261)

• Annual toll revenue: About $358 million in recent years The Toll Roads.
• Funding model: Built and operated via toll revenue bonds issued to private investors; bonds are repaid solely from future tolls, with no taxpayer obligation if revenues fall short Wikipedia.
• Ridership growth: Over the last three years, daily transactions have increased by nearly 20%, reflecting strong demand and economic activity in Orange County The Toll Roads.
• Financial health: TCA’s solid revenue growth and high ridership indicate strong profitability and sustainability. By 2020, TCA’s annual budget was $400 million, covering operations and debt service Wikipedia.

91 Express Lanes (OCTA-managed)

• 2025 performance:
  
  • Trips: 22 million, up 3.9% from 2024 91 Express Lanes.
  • Gross toll revenue: $70.1 million, up 5.1% from 2024 91 Express Lanes.
• Profitability: Excess toll revenues fund major improvements (e.g., the $1 billion 91 Improvement Project over 20 years) and maintain strong bond ratings, reflecting consistent performance and growth 91 Express Lanes.
• Historical context: Since OCTA’s 2003 purchase, the 91 Express Lanes have delivered record ridership and revenue, enabling reinvestment in the corridor 91 Express Lanes."

 

[rightwinger]

I take it, you don't pay taxes?

?

 

[Meathead]

Communism must be great if they have Twinkies and Doctor Pepper.

Stupid. Eskimo pies and Cofola is the best they've got.

 

[jknowgood]

?

If you complain about others not paying taxes, then why don't you pay more? I mean if you really pay taxes, then why not more? Easy peasy.

 

[rightwinger]

If you complain about others not paying taxes, then why don't you pay more? I mean if you really pay taxes, then why not more? Easy peasy.

Because my taxes are not at historically low rates.
The tax rates of corporations and the wealthy are

 

[jknowgood]

Because my taxes are not at historically low rates.
The tax rates of corporations and the wealthy are

Then pay more, or shut up. The United States has a spending problem Minnesota is proof of that.

 

[otto105]

Then pay more, or shut up. The United States has a spending problem Minnesota is proof of that.

Hilarious