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sad sally

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10. I know lots of people don't like anything that sounds like a biblical quote, "there but by the grace
Wed Apr 4, 2012, 05:08 PM
Apr 2012

of God go I." So many people need a helping hand, so many of us would like more of the taxes we pay to go to help those in need rather than on weapons.

You have my Father's blessing! Inherit
the kingdom prepared for you. For

I was hungry and you gave me food;
I was thirsty and you gave me a drink;
I was a stranger and you welcomed me;
I was naked and you clothed me;
I was ill and you comforted me;
I was in prison and you came to visit me."

Then the just will ask Him,
"Lord, when did we do such things to you?"
And the Son of Man will answer them:
"I assure you, as often you did any of these things
for the least of your brothers, you did it for me."

(Matthew 25:31-46)

Much rather have my tax dollars go to people who are hungry than war in Iraq, that's for sure. JoePhilly Apr 2012 #1
+1 tanyev Apr 2012 #18
Amen to that! The Genealogist Apr 2012 #20
Me Three Blue Owl Apr 2012 #36
For my part, you are most welcome The Traveler Apr 2012 #2
Thank you my friend. I appreciate it. GopperStopper2680 Apr 2012 #3
Thank you for your replies so far. GopperStopper2680 Apr 2012 #4
I don't care if anyone games the system. tkmorris Apr 2012 #5
I will support these programs with a song in my heart. Smilo Apr 2012 #11
Someone gets a few extra dollars, big deal nxylas Apr 2012 #49
.... ceile Apr 2012 #6
There is no reason for anybody to go hungry in the wealthiest nation on Earth. Chan790 Apr 2012 #7
I believe your's and handmade34 Apr 2012 #8
I never though of Gov. assistance this way before. Thanks for opening my eyes! Auntie Bush Apr 2012 #61
no easy answers, well... JOBS! handmade34 Apr 2012 #62
i'm more than happy to do my part.. frylock Apr 2012 #9
I know lots of people don't like anything that sounds like a biblical quote, "there but by the grace sad sally Apr 2012 #10
That is a lovely quote........... sad Smilo Apr 2012 #12
They're too worried about being right, and making a big deal about their being "Good Christians" The Genealogist Apr 2012 #22
The greatest shame in this country of vast wealth is that there are *any* hungry people.. Ikonoklast Apr 2012 #13
No one need ever thank me for that, it is my pleasure and my privilege davidthegnome Apr 2012 #14
I'm so sorry to hear about your job renate Apr 2012 #28
Thank you all for your replies and Recs. GopperStopper2680 Apr 2012 #15
I'd like to thank the taxpayers of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania liberaltrucker Apr 2012 #16
I am most grateful that I am able to help out. meti57b Apr 2012 #17
Same here. Thanks to all. My wife and I get food stamps, only 40 a month but it helps BoWanZi Apr 2012 #19
I am on the verge of filing for food stamps. RebelOne Apr 2012 #45
me, too... whoopingcrone Apr 2012 #21
Some of us NEED that help The Genealogist Apr 2012 #23
You're welcome but go easy on the fries. rug Apr 2012 #24
rec Typical NYC Lib Apr 2012 #25
I never begrudged anybody a meal and never felt bitter about paying taxes magical thyme Apr 2012 #26
I don't have a problem with paying taxes varelse Apr 2012 #27
I wish you good luck in getting back on your feet badtoworse Apr 2012 #29
GopperStopper, you just gave me a reason to feel good about paying my taxes. THANK YOU and BIG HUG!! DesertDiamond Apr 2012 #30
When I was thirteen OnionPatch Apr 2012 #31
I get food benefits. But I don`t consider it Flying Squirrel Apr 2012 #32
I have never thought those that receive help were "sponging off the system." unapatriciated Apr 2012 #57
You're very welcome, Grasshopper ProfessionalLeftist Apr 2012 #33
K & R, Royal Sloan 09 Apr 2012 #34
Thank you. lupinella Apr 2012 #35
I DON'T want to spend my tax money on drones and bombs, food, good! joanbarnes Apr 2012 #37
See, this is what's wrong with America WoodyD Apr 2012 #38
To which I say.... Turbineguy Apr 2012 #39
You are not alone in this thank you. I am eternally grateful to US taxpayers who have helped me jwirr Apr 2012 #40
K&R! DocMac Apr 2012 #41
Your welcome bpositive Apr 2012 #42
No thanks needed - I know you will do the same for others when circumstances improve bawieland Apr 2012 #43
Glad we still have a safety net to help you. Dont call me Shirley Apr 2012 #44
Maybe the feds should add EC Apr 2012 #46
Or donate $1 to programs to help fund the "Food Stamp" budget! gateley Apr 2012 #54
Well, I figured EC Apr 2012 #59
That's a nice post. Need more public education as to what taxes do. jtuck004 Apr 2012 #47
Very Timely for me! AnnieK401 Apr 2012 #48
Good morning. K&R Egalitarian Thug Apr 2012 #50
You're welcome lunatica Apr 2012 #51
It is my pleasure. I mean that. lapislzi Apr 2012 #52
Here's a little vignette that fully supports your OP chervilant Apr 2012 #53
I would rather fund social programs than wars any day with my taxes emsimon33 Apr 2012 #55
You are welcome. unapatriciated Apr 2012 #56
K&R...and you are more than welcome. Lizzie Poppet Apr 2012 #58
My honor and privilege. nolabear Apr 2012 #60
k&r nt steve2470 Apr 2012 #63
K&R Tarheel_Dem Apr 2012 #64
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