Showing posts with label money rant. Show all posts
Showing posts with label money rant. Show all posts
Friday, December 7, 2007
Paycheck and Title Loan Places
There's a special cubicle in hell reserved for these places. Making money off the backs of people who are robbing Peter to pay Paul. Classy.
The Large Portion Con
Here's how the restaurants make a bunch of money. They load up your plate with food that only costs them 5-10% more than a regular portion but looks huge on the plate then they charge you 75-100% more for it.
Does the Politician Benefit You?
If a politician tells you he supports the middle class and then his actions demonstrate he (or she) supports the rich then you might want to vote for someone who will support what you need. The rich do it all the time why shouldn't you? Why would you ever want to vote for someone that doesn't have your interests in mind? For example, how are you feeling about gas and grocery prices right about now?
Capitalism Defined
Once upon a time people traded goods so they could live. They also sold goods and services to feed themselves and their families and put a roof over their heads. Then one guy (or woman) decided that he needed more stuff than another person.
Why People Own Fancy Cars
It makes them feel like they are better people and, sometimes, safer. It's always about feeling good and safe.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Buy More Stuff Today
Have you seen all these people cramming into stores to buy more and more stuff, usually on credit. I've got some advice for this country, learn to like yourself for more than possessions. It would be great if we focused on being good people rather than good owners of stuff. Man, do I need a new car though.
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