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Originally Posted by Minte
It seems I need to rephrase my question.
What do I get from the federal government for my $1m+ in taxes that the teacher doesn't get for his/her $5k in taxes?
The answer - Nothing. We get the exact same in benefits and services from the federal government.
If you agree with that. Why am I paying 200+ times more for exactly the same thing as the teacher.
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I don't agree with that. In order to build a personal fortune, as you have, one needs more than just a strong work ethic. There are very hard working people in third-world countries that will never be rich. Why? In order to become wealthy, a healthy economic system, the rule of law, protection of property rights, government oversight of industries, a modern infrastructure, an educated workforce, military defense, etc are all crucial. All things that cost money, and plenty of it.
You have benefited monetarily from these things
more than a schoolteacher - you have the fortune to prove it. Without those elements in place, for which we all pay, you simply could not have amassed the fortune you have.
Who is likely to utilize our legal system more - a porn producer or a teacher? Who is more likely to make money utilizing the government-created internet - a porn producer or a teacher?
Putting that point aside, the teacher can't pay "200 + times more" because, obviously, he or she receives a modest teacher's salary. Should:
A. There be no teachers?
B. Teacher salary should rise dramatically so they can pay the same as you?
The whole argument is fucking absurd. Forget it. Just go drive your fancy car and curse at the teacher-driven minivans clogging your road, and dwell on how unfair it all is.
