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1. Coming Down the Homestretch
2. The Press’ Point of View
3. No Such Thing as a Free Lunch
4. Give Me a Break
5. Where’s My Raise?
1. Coming Down the Homestretch
We’re fighting for you and watching your wallet all the way to Election Day. We’ve just launched our television ad which brings to light the truth behind the “clean water” commercials you’ve probably seen. Click here to view the commercial. Then email the video to your friends and family telling them why you’re voting “no” to an $11 billion tax increase on November 4th.
2. The Press’ Point of View
It’s not often that the press agree with us, so now that several newspapers have come out in opposition to the Constitutional Amendment, we feel that we should bring it to your attention. From their point of view, here are some of the reasons you should vote “no”:
- “Arts programs can certainly make a case for state funding, but they are not irreplaceable...a theater or a museum has the added burden of proving its worth in the marketplace.” (Pioneer Press)
- “If the amendment is successful, it increases the likelihood that other worthy causes will line up to try to circumvent the legislative process and appeal directly for funding. This could result in the kind of government gridlock experienced in states such as California.” (Star Tribune)
- “How will the funds be spent specifically? Who makes those decisions? What are the anticipated results? And most importantly, how do voters hold the people who have made those decisions accountable? Remember, by 2035 Minnesotans will have kicked in $11 billion, all of it able to be spent by people they do not elect.” (St. Cloud Times)
- “Fairly or not,Minnesotais perceived as a high-tax state. An additional sales tax to fund recreation and entertainment seems a tad irresponsible.” (Forum Communications)
- “A vote for the Legacy Act would cost the average Minnesota family $56 each year. No, that's not a bank-buster, but any tax increase is a tough sell in our current economy.” (Rochester Post-Bulletin)
- "With our economy in shambles, now is not the time to increase the sales tax which statistically affects low-income Minnesotans more than wealthy Minnesotans." (Bemidji Pioneer)
3. No Such Thing as a Free Lunch
Some Anoka County Commissioners and administrators apparently think they deserve a free lunch for their oh-so-hard job of wining and dining with legislators. But we’re not talking one free lunch, we’re talking 3,000 pages of expense reports and receipts representing tens of thousands of dollars of free lunch!
Minnesotans for Responsible Government unfolded the truth behind tens of thousands of taxpayer dollars that have been eaten up, literally! For example, Commissioner Dan Erhart’s tabs add up to $17,500 in five years.
Next time you want to eat $500 worth at Manny’s Steakhouse, I guess you know who to call! Better, yet, use your vote on November 4th to elect fiscally responsible Commissioners.
4. Give Me a Break
Some University of Minnesota students are complaining about the university’s policy that says voting is not a valid excuse for missing class. We almost feel bad for them…nope, not really. Since when are college students busier than any other voters? Not to mention taxpayers are subsidizing their education – vote on your own time! But we digress…
For some helpful tips to save YOU some time on Election Day, be sure to check out the “vote” section of ourwebsite to find out where to vote and what you need to bring on Election Day.
5. Where’s My Raise?
Last week Hennepin County Commissioners voted 5 to 2 to give themselves a pay raise. If you’re looking for a pay increase, or maybe just another job – you might consider running for Hennepin County Commissioner!
Hennepin County Commissioners salaries will now top $100,000 in 2010. With the county facing a budget shortfall, and our entire American economy in a crisis, you have to wonder, what are these folks thinking? Did they really just ask for and approve more taxpayer dollars? You bet! And don’t forget about it when you go to vote November 4th! |
