[quote=flyer]The point of my post was just to share information (one item for which I don’t have the source, as it was passed on to me) and to explore the possibilities of why so many in this country are unhappy about the “State of the Union.”
Things definitely seem to point to economic dissatisfaction for a large percentage of Americans, so it’s definitely a possibility.
I realize most of us Piggs are not dealing with these issues for many different reasons, but when a huge number of the populace are, and will be going forward, it’s definitely a concern for our society as a whole.[/quote]
Understand, flyer. I think the right-wing-oriented MSM plays a big part in inciting “rage” in Joe and Jane 6p over the status quo. I think its hard for a lot of people to think for themselves over all that noise … especially those who have never been taught to think critically. In my experience, the people who fall for this crap are the ones who have little or no education beyond HS and also those who are prone to blindly following the teachings of religious “cults.” Yes, they may have a fairly good job (or may have retired from one) but their main source of “entertainment” outside work and chores is TV (especially those who live in areas where winters are long).
I haven’t watched more than 4 hours of TV per month over 20 years. When my last kid left, I downgraded to “Economy Service” (for $38.50 mo) but this last week, I turned in my box to the cable company for good. I’m so over it and I didn’t nearly get my money’s worth all those years.
