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I think Arraya and Patientrenter have it right. It is the general dissatisfaction with the direction of the nation (rather than a strong repudiation of Obama) that has caused the upset. But if this extends to November, Obama may join the Jimmy Carter & George H.W. Bush club. I think we may start seeing many one term Presidencies now onwards. When the problems are intractable, the electorate can at least take revenge by causing churn.

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unpaid debts to local municipalities putting you in jail.

Arraya,

It is not that simple; only those debts that arise from a criminal offense land someone in jail. If property tax is not paid, the government takes away your house for auction – not put you in jail. If you don’t pay a business tax, your business will be closed – not put you in jail.

Driving is always considered a privilege and not a right. A person without the means to adhere to all laws shouldn’t drive. Would you like a railroad, bus, airplane or physician to operate without proper license and insurance? Then why allow a dangerous activity like driving a vehicle on public roads to go without strict laws on license & insurance.

I agree living without driving is difficult; but if enough people complain, may be public transport will improve. In fact, a whole lot of people can be helped by making taxi & shuttle (shared taxi) service easier to operate. The unemployed with good driving record and insurance can help people like these folks get around. That is a market solution to the problem; not by decriminalizing license & insurance requirements. Just look what has happened to California (and many other states) by having illegal immigration (de facto) decriminalized. Do you want that lawlessness on roads with 2000-4000 lb vehicles moving at 60-70 mph next to you?

[bsrsharma]

unpaid debts to local municipalities putting you in jail.

Arraya,

It is not that simple; only those debts that arise from a criminal offense land someone in jail. If property tax is not paid, the government takes away your house for auction – not put you in jail. If you don’t pay a business tax, your business will be closed – not put you in jail.

Driving is always considered a privilege and not a right. A person without the means to adhere to all laws shouldn’t drive. Would you like a railroad, bus, airplane or physician to operate without proper license and insurance? Then why allow a dangerous activity like driving a vehicle on public roads to go without strict laws on license & insurance.

I agree living without driving is difficult; but if enough people complain, may be public transport will improve. In fact, a whole lot of people can be helped by making taxi & shuttle (shared taxi) service easier to operate. The unemployed with good driving record and insurance can help people like these folks get around. That is a market solution to the problem; not by decriminalizing license & insurance requirements. Just look what has happened to California (and many other states) by having illegal immigration (de facto) decriminalized. Do you want that lawlessness on roads with 2000-4000 lb vehicles moving at 60-70 mph next to you?

[bsrsharma]

unpaid debts to local municipalities putting you in jail.

Arraya,

It is not that simple; only those debts that arise from a criminal offense land someone in jail. If property tax is not paid, the government takes away your house for auction – not put you in jail. If you don’t pay a business tax, your business will be closed – not put you in jail.

Driving is always considered a privilege and not a right. A person without the means to adhere to all laws shouldn’t drive. Would you like a railroad, bus, airplane or physician to operate without proper license and insurance? Then why allow a dangerous activity like driving a vehicle on public roads to go without strict laws on license & insurance.

I agree living without driving is difficult; but if enough people complain, may be public transport will improve. In fact, a whole lot of people can be helped by making taxi & shuttle (shared taxi) service easier to operate. The unemployed with good driving record and insurance can help people like these folks get around. That is a market solution to the problem; not by decriminalizing license & insurance requirements. Just look what has happened to California (and many other states) by having illegal immigration (de facto) decriminalized. Do you want that lawlessness on roads with 2000-4000 lb vehicles moving at 60-70 mph next to you?

[bsrsharma]

unpaid debts to local municipalities putting you in jail.

Arraya,

It is not that simple; only those debts that arise from a criminal offense land someone in jail. If property tax is not paid, the government takes away your house for auction – not put you in jail. If you don’t pay a business tax, your business will be closed – not put you in jail.

Driving is always considered a privilege and not a right. A person without the means to adhere to all laws shouldn’t drive. Would you like a railroad, bus, airplane or physician to operate without proper license and insurance? Then why allow a dangerous activity like driving a vehicle on public roads to go without strict laws on license & insurance.

I agree living without driving is difficult; but if enough people complain, may be public transport will improve. In fact, a whole lot of people can be helped by making taxi & shuttle (shared taxi) service easier to operate. The unemployed with good driving record and insurance can help people like these folks get around. That is a market solution to the problem; not by decriminalizing license & insurance requirements. Just look what has happened to California (and many other states) by having illegal immigration (de facto) decriminalized. Do you want that lawlessness on roads with 2000-4000 lb vehicles moving at 60-70 mph next to you?

[bsrsharma]

unpaid debts to local municipalities putting you in jail.

Arraya,

It is not that simple; only those debts that arise from a criminal offense land someone in jail. If property tax is not paid, the government takes away your house for auction – not put you in jail. If you don’t pay a business tax, your business will be closed – not put you in jail.

Driving is always considered a privilege and not a right. A person without the means to adhere to all laws shouldn’t drive. Would you like a railroad, bus, airplane or physician to operate without proper license and insurance? Then why allow a dangerous activity like driving a vehicle on public roads to go without strict laws on license & insurance.

I agree living without driving is difficult; but if enough people complain, may be public transport will improve. In fact, a whole lot of people can be helped by making taxi & shuttle (shared taxi) service easier to operate. The unemployed with good driving record and insurance can help people like these folks get around. That is a market solution to the problem; not by decriminalizing license & insurance requirements. Just look what has happened to California (and many other states) by having illegal immigration (de facto) decriminalized. Do you want that lawlessness on roads with 2000-4000 lb vehicles moving at 60-70 mph next to you?

[bsrsharma]

The article is very biased. Lots of people can’t afford private automobiles and live with that. Expecting society to turn a blind eye when motor vehicle laws are being violated is not asking for mercy. When a driver without insurance causes an accident, it is quite painful. It is better if those who can’t afford insurance don’t drive.

[bsrsharma]

The article is very biased. Lots of people can’t afford private automobiles and live with that. Expecting society to turn a blind eye when motor vehicle laws are being violated is not asking for mercy. When a driver without insurance causes an accident, it is quite painful. It is better if those who can’t afford insurance don’t drive.

[bsrsharma]

The article is very biased. Lots of people can’t afford private automobiles and live with that. Expecting society to turn a blind eye when motor vehicle laws are being violated is not asking for mercy. When a driver without insurance causes an accident, it is quite painful. It is better if those who can’t afford insurance don’t drive.

[bsrsharma]

The article is very biased. Lots of people can’t afford private automobiles and live with that. Expecting society to turn a blind eye when motor vehicle laws are being violated is not asking for mercy. When a driver without insurance causes an accident, it is quite painful. It is better if those who can’t afford insurance don’t drive.

[bsrsharma]

The article is very biased. Lots of people can’t afford private automobiles and live with that. Expecting society to turn a blind eye when motor vehicle laws are being violated is not asking for mercy. When a driver without insurance causes an accident, it is quite painful. It is better if those who can’t afford insurance don’t drive.

[bsrsharma]

Someone wanting to buy a house > 1.1M, is likely worth at least a M (else, why are you looking at it). If you are like that, you likely want some privacy and peace. A school with heavy vehicle traffic is definitely not worth that. Can someone post a home that apprised for more than 1.1M (post bubble) next to a school? If a mortgage is needed, the appraisal may point it out. Though, something > 1.1M may be bought for cash.

[bsrsharma]

Someone wanting to buy a house > 1.1M, is likely worth at least a M (else, why are you looking at it). If you are like that, you likely want some privacy and peace. A school with heavy vehicle traffic is definitely not worth that. Can someone post a home that apprised for more than 1.1M (post bubble) next to a school? If a mortgage is needed, the appraisal may point it out. Though, something > 1.1M may be bought for cash.

[bsrsharma]

Someone wanting to buy a house > 1.1M, is likely worth at least a M (else, why are you looking at it). If you are like that, you likely want some privacy and peace. A school with heavy vehicle traffic is definitely not worth that. Can someone post a home that apprised for more than 1.1M (post bubble) next to a school? If a mortgage is needed, the appraisal may point it out. Though, something > 1.1M may be bought for cash.

[bsrsharma]

Someone wanting to buy a house > 1.1M, is likely worth at least a M (else, why are you looking at it). If you are like that, you likely want some privacy and peace. A school with heavy vehicle traffic is definitely not worth that. Can someone post a home that apprised for more than 1.1M (post bubble) next to a school? If a mortgage is needed, the appraisal may point it out. Though, something > 1.1M may be bought for cash.

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