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Originally Posted by Kursk
Because they have a responsible attitude toward money and can be trusted to use whatever little extra they get wisely.
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Ah the feckless youth argument, because clearly fecklessness is an entirely new thing over the past.... hang on, older generations have been calling younger ones feckless since time immemorial. How far back are we needing to go?
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Originally Posted by Kursk
It is only a few bob they're getting in their twilight years; they still won't be as well off as you  |
I'll remind anyone who comments about those who are of working age on welfare that it's just a few quid and they still won't be as well off as those making the comments.
Some more help for those under 30 to help them be more productive in society would still leave most of them not as well off as me; it would however have the bonus that the country would be more successful as a whole. Our young will be propping up the ponzi scheme at some point.
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Originally Posted by Kursk
Have you noticed that although you have put quite a bit of effort into your argument, you've not managed to carry one voice in support? I know that doesn't change your view but it seems to be a minority view both here and in general.
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I've noticed that only one poster has actually posted anything substantial in rebuttal - which speaks volumes.
I have actually had support, though in private rather than public.
It seems to be one of those emotive debates where people have sincerely held opinions but no or very little data to actually back those opinions up.
Regrettably I'm a big fan of data. I don't give people huge amounts of kudos for remaining alive, that's a pretty basic human instinct.