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Now, too bad we don't have the loved ones of troops lost and maimed to weigh in on this thread. Too bad we don't have folks who are going through the hell of war to chime in. But I imagine they are busy dodging bullets and bombs or maybe at funerals.
I guess in your world bubble, hard work would have nothing to do with it.
Anyone who believes hard work will get the job done has a long row to hoe. You guys seem to think that there's some sort of exchange rate -- hard work gets turned into some sort of financial progress. There are tens of millions of Americans out there whose life experiences belie that particular tale...
No, I am not better off financially then I was 8 years ago, key word is financially.
Not due to the economy or anything other than my personal choices and one huge instance of bad luck (medical problem).
But I am better off in every other aspect.
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