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Spitzer's Future as Governor in Doubt

Submitted by Thinking_American, Mar 10, 2008 19:33

Some Americans have been complaining about not having equality for years, yet women can choose a profession that makes hundreds of thousands more than men. Not only that, but if prostitution was made legal and taxed in every state; America would be more prosperous, it would remove illegal (untaxed) cash from exchanging hands and the statistics that report on amount of money women make would be increased and America would be a fairer country possibly eliminating several social programs that give money for the battle for equality. After all if you are a prostitute, you are eligible for Well fare, food stamps, and any other government run social program because you can't claim the cash (It's like a tax free program that helps hide the amount of money some people make). Stop whining and complaining about what adults' do during their personal time, and tax this extremely profitable business that could help eliminate some of the vastly exploited social programs. After all, there is no way to stop it and if it was taxed, maybe it would improve our morals as people who participate in this type of activity would be visible to all. Fix the problem not the people.

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It was pleasent to hear about the quit of Spitzer , due his own actions I would like to have the... [MORE]	Luis Becerril (MEXICO)	Mar 14, 2008 12:44
The good Governor of New York brought down another prostitution ring except he should have used the front door... I am... [MORE]	Sunandsea123	Mar 12, 2008 21:55
I've read these comments posted here. Folks: the facts are this-Mr. Spitzer has fought corruption for many years. He ran... [MORE]	Brenda Brown	Mar 12, 2008 18:43
As I listen and watch comments about Spitzer , I really feel for him. I am not here to judge... [MORE]	laura	Mar 12, 2008 15:55
I am judged by my employer based on my performance, behavior, work ethics, etc...every day. If I do not meet... [MORE]	Michelle	Mar 12, 2008 17:39
The more public it goes the less unobjectionable it is Try to hide and get sought after. Time to import... [MORE]	Ministère des Affaires Etrangères	Mar 12, 2008 11:19
The words that expressed MIchelle are plenty of inteligence, I support them and I encourage everybody to think that this... [MORE]	Luis Becerril	Mar 12, 2008 11:14
He was just doing research for what he is against. I'm sure he had his wifes permission to do this... [MORE]	Kenny	Mar 11, 2008 19:59
this could not have happend to a nicer guy . family is loaded everything handed to him thinks who the... [MORE]	brett	Mar 11, 2008 18:36
I feel that this whole thing has to do with Hillary running for President. Gov Spiter is the scapeghoat caught... [MORE]	Patty	Mar 11, 2008 16:02
Patty, It's a wonderful and sweet even Christian-like act to forgive but if you read more of the articles on... [MORE]	michelle	Mar 11, 2008 17:29
"Hoisted by his own petard!" - He so deserves this. I now believe in karma. [MORE]	1americancitizen	Mar 11, 2008 18:15
It worked for Bill Clinton [MORE]	john	Mar 11, 2008 15:58
Spitzer's history and this particular incident have most of the hallmarks of untreated bipolar disorder. [MORE]	Sympathetic	Mar 11, 2008 12:31
Can the amateur-diagnosis-from-afar crowd chill until at least after Oprah and the suicide attempt? Hmm? Please. The Upscale 'worried well'... [MORE]	Russ-Washington.DC	Mar 11, 2008 13:18
We pay for his healthcare-what's his excuse???? Maybe if he spent more time looking at himself and less time calling... [MORE]	Michelle	Mar 12, 2008 18:06
It is hard to feel so many things about such an issue. I am sorry for the governor and even... [MORE]	Sonam Ben Willow	Mar 11, 2008 11:51
Bring the varsity game of logic on this one, m'kay? Cops need to be taught lessons, repeatedly. The ridiculous inventors... [MORE]	Russ-Washington.DC	Mar 11, 2008 13:45
In this particular case....we are not just speaking of a broken marriage vow, we are speaking of the vow he... [MORE]	michelle	Mar 11, 2008 21:05
It s a shame that a poltician with that level be in the mud! [MORE]	Luis Becerril (Mexico)	Mar 11, 2008 11:36
Todays conundrum is this: Why is Spitzer being forced out, while Clinton got to stay? Spitzer violated only his wife's... [MORE]	Yossi Ginzberg	Mar 11, 2008 11:20
I have some comments/questions: Where were the state police that were supposed to be guarding our governor? Were they all trailing... [MORE]	Jay	Mar 11, 2008 11:19
Proverbs 16:18: "Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall." How immutable is human nature! [MORE]	Peter P	Mar 11, 2008 07:41
there is no need to appologise [MORE]	bendaoud	Mar 11, 2008 07:13
Although enrolled in the Democratic Party, I never voted for Eliot Spitzer either in primaries or in general elections even... [MORE]	George N. Spitz	Mar 11, 2008 01:50
Why does this matter? We are so hypocritical in this nation. Is he responsible for all of the revenue generated... [MORE]	Who Cares?	Mar 11, 2008 01:16
Today, Governor Elliott Steamroller was seen taking some of his own medicine. He was being steamrolled. There's that old saying,... [MORE]	Erika Hauschildt	Mar 11, 2008 00:05
Gotta love it! You've got a guy that's been marching to his own beat with his "Holier than thou" attitude.... [MORE]	Michelle	Mar 11, 2008 15:03
I have an idea, let's fire everyone that meet the following criteria: 1) You have cheated on a spouse and... [MORE]	CarlC	Mar 11, 2008 21:43
Like Fast Eddie Edwards said, as long as he did not get caught in bed with a dead girl or... [MORE]	Jack	Mar 10, 2008 22:23
So it's just Democrats? What about Larry Craig and Vitter of Louisiana? Both of them are Republicans and still serving.... [MORE]	Fran	Mar 11, 2008 09:38
If I was Spitzer's wife standing beside him, he would have had three black eyes. [MORE]	jan evermore	Mar 10, 2008 21:29
It's about time Spitzer leaves office. I personally don't think Hoookergate is the worst thing he has done, but if... [MORE]	Thomas D. Clarke	Mar 10, 2008 21:27
What's the old saying??? "It's only wrong if you get caught." For lack of a better example I felt the... [MORE]	Michelle	Mar 11, 2008 15:17
You can say that again. [MORE]	Jan Obama	Mar 10, 2008 20:29
Do they have extra body parts? Does that include something special like a mile high club or something? A ride... [MORE]	zippyD dodah	Mar 10, 2008 19:45
This Moron Greatly overpays for everything!! ...$5k for one night?...He got what was comming to him.. [MORE]	ted adams	Mar 10, 2008 22:30
Apparently for $5,500.00 you too can destroy your entire life. [MORE]	MICHELLE	Mar 11, 2008 21:22
Some Americans have been complaining about not having equality for years, yet women can choose a profession that makes hundreds...	Thinking_American	Mar 10, 2008 19:33
And how much should a woman be paid per hour to lie on her back and take it like a... [MORE]	Michelle	Mar 11, 2008 15:46
Whos watching America? We're spending tons of $$$/manpower and other resources on maintaing some what of a decent life/future for... [MORE]	bennye valentine	Mar 10, 2008 19:05
We will finally find out what shortcomings this man had (in his pants) and how he made up for it... [MORE]	Mike in Ohio	Mar 10, 2008 17:37
Hey Mike, As far as I can tell from the little bit that has been released....."Kristen" likes to use the... [MORE]	michelle	Mar 11, 2008 15:28
Why not the best? [MORE]	Barry Popik	Mar 10, 2008 17:29
This issue isn't about a sleazy relationship with prostitutes; it is not about whether state laws that prohibit sexual commerce... [MORE]	Sam	Mar 10, 2008 16:48
I can understand why so many people are upset. I don't understand why someone who has the brass ring (so... [MORE]	Erica Mims	Mar 10, 2008 17:46
this is a reminder that we cant afford for Bill Clinton to be back at the white house with nothing... [MORE]	Gina	Mar 11, 2008 00:21
Violating the Mann Act, structuring, etc....Clinton did the dirty deed with a consenting adult, this would be considered, adultery....an issue... [MORE]	Michelle	Mar 12, 2008 18:12
Back around 1994 Senator Packwood, a Republican, resigned from the Senate for what was effectively cracking dirty jokes in his... [MORE]	Dennis Lesko	Mar 10, 2008 16:38
Hillary's Big NY Supporter ! Hillary's Illegal Immigrant Drivers License buddy! Hillary - you really are Experienced! [MORE]	PulSamsara	Mar 10, 2008 16:23
Just what New York needs a nut in the Governors Office Give more licenses to illegals, and what else is... [MORE]	roy spegele	Mar 10, 2008 16:41
Throughout the ages, segments of every civilization have argued that sexual crimes are victimless; comparing this pecuniary exchange for service;... [MORE]	A. Lorenzo	Mar 10, 2008 16:18
Can this help to rally and unite the Republican party and the conservatives? Perhaps McCain can use this situation to... [MORE]	Marc	Mar 10, 2008 16:10
Republican, Democrat, Liberal, Conservation.........call him what he is-LOSER! [MORE]	michelle	Mar 11, 2008 21:15
I will never understand why a brilliant, accomplished man would chuck it all for...what? His wife should sue him to... [MORE]	Vanessa Prouty	Mar 10, 2008 15:55
They are powerful. Power leads to arroganceThey think they are NOT going to get caught like the average JOEThey are... [MORE]	Eric	Mar 10, 2008 18:14
Well Mr. Spitzer's Fantasy just became his Nightmare....that's the thing about fantasies, eventually you wake up from them.....Morning Tiger....Grrrrrrrrrrr [MORE]	michelle	Mar 11, 2008 21:11
I get the feeling that when the prostitutes in other countries see what foolhardy things men in this country do,... [MORE]	André	Mar 14, 2008 10:30
What the matter? Did his NY State Police spies not get to the press in time? He's an asshole who gets... [MORE]	Justin_P	Mar 10, 2008 17:08
he slammed the town of wallkill for bad cops(never proven) costs its residents a ton of cash now oops.... [MORE]	lola	Mar 10, 2008 21:34
Spitzer, for 80K I think I would have brought a plactic doll and a new boat........ [MORE]	Stand up	Mar 12, 2008 00:29
What an arrogant, hypocritical, foolish little tyrant! I'm glad he's gotten caught - and I can't wait to see how... [MORE]	Chris	Mar 10, 2008 15:05
MR corruption fighter.... great job NY. Mayb Hillary can fill in... [MORE]	Joe	Mar 10, 2008 14:57
Looks like the steamroller can flatten you backing up as well as full bore forward. I'm sad for his wife... [MORE]	chuck higgins	Mar 10, 2008 16:56
I guess it takes more than a village for top democrats to keep their zippers closed! [MORE]	franksabunch	Mar 10, 2008 14:51
Now I know why he wanted to permit drivers license's to illegal immigrants.. That way she could have driven from... [MORE]	Walt	Mar 10, 2008 15:24
Couln't happen to a nicer guy-Crusader Rabbit of an AG Hammering Wall St the way he did,thousands of jobs lost... [MORE]	Poeticjustice	Mar 10, 2008 16:08
I love it......lot's of dollars & cents but no common sense---no there's a lethal combination! [MORE]	Michelle	Mar 11, 2008 19:04

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