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Originally Posted by jorgelito
Forget it Cyn, they're just looking for an excuse to bash Palin.
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Thats a very helpful contribution to the discussion....from one who suggested the need to stop with the condescending posts.
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Originally Posted by jewels
The point is that the times are trying the "given".
As much as we don't want to hear it, some governments, local and otherwise, have begun extreme cutbacks. If it comes down to laying off cops or passing along the cost of the rape kits, hopefully the cops can keep their jobs and we can find another way to cover the cost of them.'
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Jewels....It is a given that some governmental functions at all levels are not "put on the table" when there are other programs that can be cut. It doesnt come down to laying off cops or paying for rape kits. It hasnt anywhere that I know of and, despite budget constraints that cities are facing, there is nothing to suggest that such a choice must be made anytime soon. There are always less extreme alternatives. Particularly with federal assistance in the mix.
Cyn.....IMO, your "fucking real question" would be like asking how the federal government should pay for a standing military and supply it with the basic necessities (not expensive new untested weapon systems) to perform its core function of protecting and defending the US.
It is not a "fuckng real world" question that is subject to discussion...like how to pay for trash collection or repair potholes. We are talking about a local government's primary responsibility to uphold the law and protect and defend its citizens. IT IS A GIVEN.