"Shared Prosperity" New Future

[StopHerNow]

We Are All in It Together, Clinton Says
Tuesday May 29, 12:11 pm ET
By Holly Ramer, Associated Press Writer Clinton: Shared Prosperity Should Replace 'On Your Own' Society
MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) -- Presidential hopeful Hillary Rodham Clinton outlined a broad economic vision Tuesday, saying it's time to replace an "on your own" society with one based on shared responsibility and prosperity.The Democratic senator said what the Bush administration touts as an "ownership society" really is an "on your own" society that has widened the gap between rich and poor.
"I prefer a 'we're all in it together' society," she said. "I believe our government can once again work for all Americans. It can promote the great American tradition of opportunity for all and special privileges for none."
That means pairing growth with fairness, she said, to ensure that the middle-class succeeds in the global economy, not just corporate CEOs.
"There is no greater force for economic growth than free markets. But markets work best with rules that promote our values, protect our workers and give all people a chance to succeed," she said. "Fairness doesn't just happen. It requires the right government policies."
Clinton spoke at the Manchester School of Technology, which trains high school students for careers in the construction, automotive, graphic arts and other industries. The school highlighted one of the nine goals she outlined: increasing support for alternative schools and community colleges.
"We have sent a message to our young people that if you don't go to college ... that you're thought less of in America. We have to stop this," she said. "Our country cannot run without the people who have the skills that are taught in this school."
Beyond education, Clinton said she would reduce special breaks for corporations, eliminate tax incentives for companies that ship jobs overseas and open up CEO pay to greater public scrutiny.
Clinton also said she would help people save more money by expanding and simplifying the earned income tax credit; create new jobs by pursuing energy independence; and ensure that every American has affordable health insurance.

[Herb Schaffler]

In other words, she has no faith that the free market can work. Everything has to have a big government solution.

[Brickman]

I don't get why the Dems and other left wing nutcases can't understand that communism hasn't worked in other countries. Why in the hell do they think it will work here???????????

[nohil-billy]

I hope this would include putting the lazy as*es to work that won't do the jobs the Mexicans will do. When she talks about shutting down the welfare sytem, then we can talk about sharing responsibility. Think about how healthy the middle class would be if we didn't have to shell out a third of our paychecks to those who don't want to take responsibility for themselves or their actions.

[Herb Schaffler]

"I don't get why the Dems and other left wing nutcases can't understand that communism hasn't worked in other countries. Why in the hell do they think it will work here???????????"

Sometimes, I don't think they care. They just want to be in control. Socialism gives them that vehicle.

[Corvair]

Originally Posted by StopHerNow

"I prefer a 'we're all in it together' society," she said. ...

Well, then, why doesn't the feckless shrew move to Cuba?

I really can't wait for the primaries. I'll be absolutely stunned if this thing wins a single primary or caucus.

[nohil-billy]

Are they stupid? Are they blind? Are they ignorant? Or are they just that hungry for power?


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[NoHitlery]

Originally Posted by nohil-billy

Are they stupid? Are they blind? Are they ignorant? Or are they just that hungry for power?


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It's the socialism that the Democratic party wants to bring us down to the level of production in the world as the EU. It's all about guilt for part of them and just flat out ignorance for the rest as to how economics really works. Are the rich getting richer? Great, a rising tide lifts all the boats!

[nohil-billy]

Great last line. I like it! Welcome back!