Traveling somewhat frequently to Europe and talking about these things with Europeans… and having European relatives…
…it isn’t my impression that Europeans in general take the US for granted or don’t recognize the important role that my country played in rebuilding Europe after two world wars. By and large, most Europeans, collectively and individually, have had deep respect for the US and regard us as their most important allies.
They are mystified at how this respected friend and ally could be doing such inexplicable and unnecessary damage to itself and to its place in the world.
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cbass wrote:
[… goods that often are not necessary for daily life.
So, I take it that you don’t drive a ca?
Use power tools?
Have a a computer?
Cell phone?
Printer?
Use lightbulbs?
Wear clothes? Shoes? Underwear? Socks?
Have a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, or oven?
Own furniture?
Have a washer/dryer?
Put sheets and blankets on your bed?
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On all of these and more, you are now paying a new import tax to your federal government.
You don’t SOUND like you’d be a fan of increasing federal taxes, but apparently you are?
