04-08-2003, 09:46 PM
Perhaps, and that subject is a hot one in Texas right now, on an issue called "The Robin Hood Tax."
One of the truths about a representative government is that 'folks like to see what they pay for' at least the concerned folks. Not sure what experience you have had with school boards, but let me tell you, from my experience, some of the most heated and at times petty, political activity I have ever seen, and been slightly involved with, have to do with school/taxes/value discussions. I think it has to do with it all hitting close to home, one's kids, and folks feeling that they are not getting the best bang for the education dollar spent.
One of the truths about a representative government is that 'folks like to see what they pay for' at least the concerned folks. Not sure what experience you have had with school boards, but let me tell you, from my experience, some of the most heated and at times petty, political activity I have ever seen, and been slightly involved with, have to do with school/taxes/value discussions. I think it has to do with it all hitting close to home, one's kids, and folks feeling that they are not getting the best bang for the education dollar spent.
Cry 'Havoc' and let slip the Men 'O War!
In War, the outcome is never final. --Carl von Clausewitz--
Igitur qui desiderat pacem, praeparet bellum
John 11:35 - consider why.
In Memory of Pete
In War, the outcome is never final. --Carl von Clausewitz--
Igitur qui desiderat pacem, praeparet bellum
John 11:35 - consider why.
In Memory of Pete