[WTP] It's time to take a stand. (Down with taxes!)
Day 2,863, 20:29
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by Intolerant
[ A little relevant Dream Theater for your earhole. (YouTube) ]
Hello again WTPers - and whoever else may be in attendance.
Most of you will probably know me in some form or fashion by now. Be it from positive past experiences, casual passings, or the occasional butting of heads.
For those of you who don't know me, you can find a brief introduction in the beginning of my previous article: [WTP] Cast your vote, if but only to have a voice.
I am a major proponent for allowing the people a voice which carries weight in the decisions of administration, which is why WTP's methods and views jive so well with my own.
I believe that a Congressman's decisions and actions need to reflect that of his respective party and voters. Recently, I have seen a stir within the party (and general population) in which people are asking what we can do to lower taxes. The problem is, nothing seems to be getting done about it.
I initially had no intention of running for Congress this term. But, as I read through the latest Congressional poll on lowering taxes, I began to anger at how the procession was playing out.:
http://eusaforums.com/forum/index.php/topic,36772.0.html
A few days after the poll ended, I posted in the feed urging members to express their views to their Congressmen and/or apply for Congress if the outcome didn't suit their views.
This created a bit of a stir in and of itself. I suddenly had friends and fellow party members asking me to join the run for Congress and represent our collectively shared views.
Seeing a problem and being able to become part of the solution, I have decided to make a stand and announce my official candidacy in this month's Congressional primary.
If you are for getting the will of the people reflected in Congressional hearings, and getting a decrease in taxes; then I implore you to vote for those of us running for Congress who are against the 15% tax rate:
Cubby,
Oaks1241,
and myself, Intolerant
Furthermore, I'd like to add that I am also hereby announcing an open door policy if elected. (And even if not, really.) If there's something that needs to be addressed, then we need to get it out and in the open - Governmental or not. Feel free to drop me a mail, and we'll discuss it and ensure that it is dealt with.
Even if you aren't against the tax rate. Get out and vote for A CANDIDATE. There are many qualified candidates running who are worthy of holding office. Choose one who will represent your views and political standing, as this is the way that you have input on Governmental decisions.
Hello again WTPers - and whoever else may be in attendance.
Most of you will probably know me in some form or fashion by now. Be it from positive past experiences, casual passings, or the occasional butting of heads.
For those of you who don't know me, you can find a brief introduction in the beginning of my previous article: [WTP] Cast your vote, if but only to have a voice.
I am a major proponent for allowing the people a voice which carries weight in the decisions of administration, which is why WTP's methods and views jive so well with my own.
I believe that a Congressman's decisions and actions need to reflect that of his respective party and voters. Recently, I have seen a stir within the party (and general population) in which people are asking what we can do to lower taxes. The problem is, nothing seems to be getting done about it.
I initially had no intention of running for Congress this term. But, as I read through the latest Congressional poll on lowering taxes, I began to anger at how the procession was playing out.:
http://eusaforums.com/forum/index.php/topic,36772.0.html
A few days after the poll ended, I posted in the feed urging members to express their views to their Congressmen and/or apply for Congress if the outcome didn't suit their views.
This created a bit of a stir in and of itself. I suddenly had friends and fellow party members asking me to join the run for Congress and represent our collectively shared views.
Seeing a problem and being able to become part of the solution, I have decided to make a stand and announce my official candidacy in this month's Congressional primary.
If you are for getting the will of the people reflected in Congressional hearings, and getting a decrease in taxes; then I implore you to vote for those of us running for Congress who are against the 15% tax rate:
Cubby,
Oaks1241,
and myself, Intolerant
Furthermore, I'd like to add that I am also hereby announcing an open door policy if elected. (And even if not, really.) If there's something that needs to be addressed, then we need to get it out and in the open - Governmental or not. Feel free to drop me a mail, and we'll discuss it and ensure that it is dealt with.
Even if you aren't against the tax rate. Get out and vote for A CANDIDATE. There are many qualified candidates running who are worthy of holding office. Choose one who will represent your views and political standing, as this is the way that you have input on Governmental decisions.
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HOOORAAAYYY!!!!
Seems sort of presumptive for you to use [WTP] in your title. It implies you are speaking in an official capacity for your Party. Good luck with your Congress run though.
Maybe he is speaking for the majority of his party...?
Always possible, but like I said it seems presumptive. You always start your articles with stating you speak for yourself only which I've always thought was a good practice.
Maybe he is speaking to only his party?
That was my assumption.
As you should know by now.. WTP is a party that allows people to speak their own opinion. With no problem. The party has never officially discussed our stance on taxes. It's always been left up to the congressman to decide. Clearly people are starting to dislike what the congressman have voted, and are moving to do something. THAT is what WTP is about.
I do appreciate a Feds view of a WTP article though. 😉
I have no problem with anyone expressing their opinions. I just think unless you're the PP or Media person for a Party it's best to leave the Party name out of the brackets. Just one man's opinion.
Tyler, we all don't play by YOUR rules, bro.
After rereading the article, I fail to see where you find that this was spoken in the context that it is from the minds of WTP in it's entirety.
If it's trouble understanding the context of the article that you're having, the better option would be to question; rather than just presume yourself that it means something that it most obviously doesn't, as made evident by the contents of the article itself.
Thanks for the good vibes towards my congress run!
Fully agree with you Tyler. It can cause confusion. But if WTP leadership/media doesn't mind it, it's probably no issue worth worrying.
\o/
Nice. Let's get this man on the WTP ticket!
You know what I need to leave here: http://www.erepublik-deutschland.de/en/tools/countryinfo/24 -> Economy Tab
Sometimes it takes a long time to move a mountain, or eat an elephant.
~INSURGIO!
~INSURGIO
Voted!
May the Sheep be with you!
o/
People * Sheep * Socialist Bears
Sounds like a winning combo.
cool
I recently left WTP due to my absolute disgust regarding the partie's stance regarding this issue and not backing of lower taxes. Glad to see someone in the party has taken a stand regarding the issue as my overall view of the people in WTP is still positive. I'd vote for ya if I was still a member.
Just to be clear, there is/was no 'party stance'. It's up to the individual members of Congress. What you're seeing here is merely a change of heart from multiple members of WTP, not a change in 'party stance'. Appreciate the support though!
Going off of voting records there may be no official "party stance", but its obvious my opinion differs from the prevalent view of the congress members. Its refreshing to see I wasn't the only one there who felt like the eUS was robbing me every day when I went to "work".
I know two parties wanting to work with you on that.
As I've said for a long time, just one party with an agenda does not change the course. It takes change coming from multiple angles. This is why I like WTP. I can be who I am, and support the positions I believe in without anyone telling me to toe a party line. It's a GOOD THING that a few WTP members are joining those 2 parties you reference in the cause. We need more of them from ANY party.
I am happy to see that WTP Congresspeople can be the swing vote. 🙂
I'm glad you are running!