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Want a free house?
I was in my neighborhood restaurant this morning and was seated behind a group of jubilant individuals celebrating the coming implementation of the health care bill. I could not finish my breakfast. This is what ensued:
They were a diverse group of several races and both sexes. I heard a young man exclaim, “Isn’t Obama like Jesus Christ? I mean, after all, he is healing the sick.”
A young woman enthusiastically proclaimed, “Yeah, and he does it for free. I cannot believe anyone would think that a free market wouldn't work for health care.”
Another said, "The stupid Republicans want us all to starve to death so they can inherit all of the power. Obama should be made a Saint for what he did for those of us less fortunate.”
At this, I had more than enough. I arose from my seat, mustering all the restraint I could find, and approached their table. “Please excuse me; may I impose upon you for one moment?”
They smiled and welcomed me to the conversation. I stood at the end of their table, smiled as best I could and began an experiment. “I would like to give one of you my house. It will cost you no money and I will pay all of the expenses and taxes for as long as you live there. Anyone interested?”
They looked at each other in astonishment. “Why would you do something like that?” asked a young man, “There isn’t anything for free in this world.” They began to laugh at me, as they did not realize this man had just made my point.
“I am serious, I will give you my house for free, no money whatsoever. Anyone interested?”
In unison, a resounding “Yeah” fills the room. “Since there are too many of you, I will have to make a choice as to who receives this money-free bargain.”
I noticed an elderly couple was paying attention to the spectacle unfolding before their eyes, the old man shaking his head in apparent disgust.
“I tell you what; I will give it to the one of you most willing to obey my rules.”
Again, they looked at one another, an expression of bewilderment on their faces.
The perky young woman asked, “What are the rules?”
I smiled and said, “I don’t know. I have not yet defined them.
However, it is a free home that I offer you.”
They giggled amongst themselves, the youngest of which said, “What an old coot. He must be crazy to give away his home. Go take your meds, old man.”
I smiled and leaned into the table a bit further. “I am serious, this is a legitimate offer.” They gaped at me for a moment.
“I’ll take it you old fool. Where are the keys?” boasted the youngest among them.
“Then I presume you accept ALL of my terms then?” I asked.
The elderly couple seemed amused and entertained as they watched from the privacy of their table. “Oh yeah! Where do I sign up?”
I took a napkin and wrote, “I give this man my home, without the burden of financial obligation, so long as he accepts and abides by the terms that I shall set forth upon consummation of this transaction.” I signed it and handed it to the young man who eagerly scratched out his signature.
“Where are the keys to my new house?” he asked in a mocking tone of voice.
All eyes were upon us as I stepped back from the table, pulling the keys from pocket and dangling them before the excited new homeowner. “Now that we have entered into this binding contract, witnessed by all of your friends, I have decided upon the conditions you are obligated to adhere to from this point forward. You may only live in the house for one hour a day. You will not use anything inside of the home. You will obey me without question or resistance. I expect complete loyalty and admiration for this gift I bestow upon you. You will accept my commands and wishes with enthusiasm, no matter the nature. Your morals and principles shall be as mine. You will vote as I do, think as I do and do it with blind faith. These are my terms. Here are your keys.”
I reached the keys forward and the young man looked at me dumbfounded. “Are you out of your mind? Who would ever agree to those ridiculous terms?” the young man appeared irritated.
“You did when you signed this contract before reading it, understanding it, and with the full knowledge that I would provide my conditions only after you committed to the agreement.”
The elderly man chuckled as his wife tried to restrain him. I was looking at a now silenced and bewildered group of people.
“You can shove that stupid deal up your a** old man. I want no part of it!” exclaimed the now infuriated young man.
“You have committed to the contract, as witnessed by all of your friends. You cannot get out of the deal unless I agree to it. I do not intend to let you free now that I have you ensnared. I am the power you agreed to. I am the one you blindly and without thought chose to enslave yourself to. In short, I am your Master.”
At this, the table of celebrating individuals became a unified group against the unfairness of the deal. After a few moments of unrepeatable comments and slurs, I revealed my true intent.
“What I did to you is what this administration and congress did to you with the health care legislation. I easily suckered you in and then revealed the real cost of the bargain. Your folly was in the belief that you can have something you did not earn, and for that which you did not earn, you willingly allowed someone else to think for you. Your failure to research, study, and inform yourself permitted reason to escape you. You have entered into a trap from which you cannot flee. Your only chance of freedom is if your new Master gives it to you. A freedom that is given can also be taken away. Therefore, it is not freedom at all.”
With that, I tore up the napkin and placed it before the astonished young man. “This is the nature of your new health care legislation.” I turned away to leave these few in thought and contemplation -- and was surprised by applause.
The elderly gentleman, who was clearly entertained, shook my hand enthusiastically and said, “Thank you, Sir. These kids don’t understand Liberty.” He refused to allow me to pay my bill as he said, “You earned this one. It is an honor to pick up the tab.” I shook his hand in thanks, leaving the restaurant somewhat humbled and sensing a glimmer of hope for my beloved country.
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lulz funny story good read
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DLo ftw
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Can't wait till the Giants lose tomorrow night so all you Giants fans are forced to shut the fuck up.
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More people need to read this and open their eyes
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props for standing up for what's right and for making a point. Some people's level of perception is better than others so you gotta explain things differently for them to understand LoL
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This is great
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WTF did I just read? a house has nothing to do with healthcare???
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Originally posted by 90GT510:
WTF did I just read? a house has nothing to do with healthcare???
Two quick questions for you sir......
1. How did you do on your last reading comprehension test?
2. Who did you vote for in the last election?
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Originally posted by turbo50:
I have no intenions of keeping anyones parts or taking anyones money.
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About sums it up!
[ 2013-04-09, 08:52 PM: Message edited by: fstryde3 ]
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Nice!
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Originally posted by SLOWBACK 67:
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Originally posted by 90GT510:
WTF did I just read? a house has nothing to do with healthcare???
Two quick questions for you sir......
1. How did you do on your last reading comprehension test?
2. Who did you vote for in the last election?
Good lord. I've just lost a few notches of hope for humanity. LOL, not really. This is CAFords so it isn't too far fetched but I still hope he's kidding.
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Too long didn't read it
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I read every word and agree fully nothing in this world for whether you got it for free or not somebody paid for it !!!
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I logged onto CAFORDS and read a post about Obama's healthcare, possibly a diverse crowd. But they all love Fords, as well as myself. After reading this post, I tried with great restraint not to reply. But in doing so, I replied with a smile. I asked these lads, 1) In the previous healthcare system, did a person without health insurance receive medical care? They answered yes. 2) I then asked, who paid for their medical bills if they didn't have medical insurance? They answered, the tax payers did if they qualified as low income. "Oh ok, so anyone that can't afford health insurance, got it for free? Yes they answered. 3) I later asked, if their healthcare premiums have been increasing more than their wages year after year from 1999 to 2009 as true for average American, then what could we have done differently? All the smiles soon vanished after this question. 4) I finally asked, if they knew that since the enactment of Obamacare, that 2012 was the first year the premium to wage gap has decreased? Blank faces went to frowns.
I ended my conversation to them by saying, a little miseducation from ring-wing or left-wing news pundits and sources, a left or right wing hate, and a closed mind not receptive to opposing views will only leave a mind left in ignorance and false truths.
[ 2013-04-09, 09:44 PM: Message edited by: MSC_ROY ]
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Originally posted by 90GT510:
WTF did I just read? a house has nothing to do with healthcare???
This is what we call an ANALOGY. ![[patriot]](graemlins/patriot.gif)
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holy shit...what an intriguing thread
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Can someone please summarize this?
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Originally posted by Infamous5.0:
Can someone please summarize this?
Free health care is not actually free.
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Originally posted by MSC_ROY:
I logged onto CAFORDS and read a post about Obama's healthcare, possibly a diverse crowd. But they all love Fords, as well as myself. After reading this post, I tried with great restraint not to reply. But in doing so, I replied with a smile. I asked these lads, 1) In the previous healthcare system, did a person without health insurance receive medical care? They answered yes. 2) I then asked, who paid for their medical bills if they didn't have medical insurance? They answered, the tax payers did if they qualified as low income. "Oh ok, so anyone that can't afford health insurance, got it for free? Yes they answered. 3) I later asked, if their healthcare premiums have been increasing more than their wages year after year from 1999 to 2009 as true for average American, then what could we have done differently? All the smiles soon vanished after this question. 4) I finally asked, if they knew that since the enactment of Obamacare, that 2012 was the first year the premium to wage gap has decreased? Blank faces went to frowns.
I ended my conversation to them by saying, a little miseducation from ring-wing or left-wing news pundits and sources, a left or right wing hate, and a closed mind not receptive to opposing views will only leave a mind left in ignorance and false truths.
Please provide proof of your statement. Since Obama Care went into law, insurance premiums have gone up a minimum of 15% per year. I know because I manage my companies health care benefits.
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my health insurance went up about 40% since obamacare went into effect.
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