My problem with the whole thing is the level of entitlement that everyone seems to have.
I started seeing it a few years ago with the downloading of movies, software, advertising (just look at the adblock community) and games online. When questioned, many people say that nobody deserves a living (I've even seen it here on HN). This level of entitlement has now moved onto: a job, a college education, health care, and a home.
The Occupy Wall Street movement may have people who feel entitled to something, but I'd say Wall Street has a bigger sense of entitlement. Remember how upset they got when their bonuses were in danger unless they got bailed out?
If you're a tax payer, you're entitled to good government. You're entitled to be treated fairly and equitably. You shouldn't be short changed just because you're only middle class.
Entitlement is entitlement. Your argument is that of a child: he's doing something wrong, so I am too. Why can't they be above it?
"If you're a tax payer, you're entitled to good government. You're entitled to be treated fairly and equitably. You shouldn't be short changed just because you're only middle class."
You're right. I wish my taxes were lower for me. Maybe I should go protest?