Monday, August 23, 2010

An Insight Into The Mind of the Left

A nice, though frightening, insight into the mind of the left.

From a NYTimes editorial:

But many of Mr. DeLay’s actions remain legal only because lawmakers have chosen not to criminalize them.

Out of context? You be the judge....

In the period 1936 through 1938, the Roosevelt admin consciously targeted enforcement action on a variety of wealthy opponents, for taking tax deductions that were ENTIRELY LEGAL. Because the administration felt these measures were taken to reduce the amount of taxes owed. And some of these same loopholes were taken by Pres. Roosevelt himself. But in his case it was okay.

In other words, forget the law. We'll decide what's right, thanks very much. And we'll let you know, when armed thugs break your doors down and take your property.

I have no brief for Tom Delay. But I'm not sure you can accuse him of breaking laws that don't exist.

(Nod to Angry Alex)

3 comments:

David Ricardo said...

I am reminded of the recent passing of George Steinbrenner, and the news reports that indicated that his heirs likely avoided > $500 million in estate taxes because he died before Dec 31st.

Ironically, Tim Geithner, of all people, questioned the fairness of the Steinbrenner family avoiding paying taxes through perfectly legal means.

Anonymous said...

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11xs9mFKObs

Unknown said...

Sort of 1984ish by the NYT...