Today I wrote a check for my 4th quarterly estimated tax payment for 2011. I always budget what must be paid, and I always pay it on time. In some ways, I’d rather not part with so much hard-earned money, but I can’t argue with what Jesus said: “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s...” The context was that of paying taxes.
Really, I don’t mind doing my part as long as those in authority do theirs. After all, the nation must be defended and the very fabric of its institutions must be held together. Somehow, though, those in authority are overspending our national resources by at least $15,000,000,000,000. Just staring at US Debt Clock.org a few minutes ago almost took my breath away!
We’re talking serious responsibility here. I’m not pointing my finger at any political party. I am, however, disgusted with the members of our executive and legislative branches––all of them. They must get off their political duffs and start acting like dependable servants of the people of these United States. It’s time to treat the nation’s spending and consequent debts as seriously as we treat our own.
This week I plan to write emails to my two Senators and the one Representative. I will simply, politely, but clearly ask them to get serious about the debt. No more politics! Listen to those whom you represent! Be responsible citizens as you manage the finances of this great nation! That pretty well sums it up, I guess.
I am also asking you, dear reader, to do the same thing. A fresh flood of citizen voices could make some difference, what with elections looming in our future.
Yes, I admit to a bit of ranting here. A friend recently told me that since I had a blog, I get to rant if I want to. I guess that makes it OK. At least I feel better.
