Do you support a “lifestyle” tax? I keep hearing about taxes and more taxes while at the same time the government keeps handing out money – money they don’t have. What is it with elected government officials that they don’t understand that when you don’t have the money you don’t spend it? Once officials are elected to office, they seem to be isolated from “real” life and real problems.

Now watch for the new “lifestyle” tax coming your way soon! The plan is to tax alcohol products (which are already heavily taxed) and soft drinks with sugar.  Americans should join together and support what is right. I don’t need the government trying to regulate my health and I don’t think you do either.

Is Congress really so concerned about your health…what a laugh! Their only concern is to be re-elected term after term. What do they do that earns them a wine and dine style of life and spend our hard earned money with no repercussions? Do they remember the French paradox – despite wine being part of the normal diet, the French live longer. Oh that’s right with the new health proposals, the government will decide what quality of life is worth. God help us all. If any of you remember reading 1984, Big Brother appears to be alive and well. If you are concerned about rising taxes, contact your representatives now!

If Congress passes this lifestyle tax now, what is to stop them from adding other “lifestyle” foods to the list? Studies show that beef is not good for you, so maybe beef, French fries, potato chips and candy will be on the list. If more taxes are passed, we all just may need a little wine to help swallow a bitter pill.

Cheers! Kathy