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Friday, July 27. 2012

Standing O in the House

Rep. Kelly on government red tape:




Posted by The News Junkie at 12:58 | Comments (4) | Trackbacks (0)

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He nailed it. Wish everyone could see this.
#1 model_1066 on 2012-07-27 20:36 (Reply)
Something I wish he could have noted is that it is not possible for government workers to read and understand these regulations either, which makes enforcement arbitrary. In every government regulated sector, it is the unelected that are not only enforcing laws, but interpreting them also. Most generally, at least in construction, the inspector does have some leeway and discretion, especially in rehabilitation projects. It is common in construction to know who the inspector is and what he is looking for more so that actually owning a copy of the code and reading it yourself.
#2 Becky on 2012-07-28 10:00 (Reply)
Our good friend sits on our City Counsel, and had a great comeback to our Ambulance-chasing Mayor about personal freedom and liberty - "I never though I'd see it, but we've finally hit a milestone in this country, where as breathing is breaking the law"

He himself is a lawyer, and often comments that we're regulated ourselves so much that just standing still, doing nothing, can land you in court or jail. And, isn't sure how to make it retreat
#2.1 Fred Zeppelin on 2012-07-30 07:23 (Reply)
Regardless of your location, this gentlemen deserves tracking and, if you deem, your support. He also has commented on other topics. Follow him at his site or on YouTube.
#3 jma on 2012-07-28 14:53 (Reply)

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