Fed up with lazy people

By Cane Cutter
Published/Last Modified on Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:38 PM CDT

I've been wanting to write on this subject for a while but I was tired from "working". Let me give you a little history of where my comments arise from. I farmed for a living all my life . I loved my career despite all of the gambles with the weather, comodity prices, the long hours and hard work. I just got so fed up with trying to find seasonal labor I decided to hang it up. Knowing my situation let me tell ya'll what I experienced dealing with people that know how to beat the system. Please read what I'm going to tell you with an open mind. I have no ax to grind with any particular group of people or any specific race.

I'm sure some of you may have experienced the same things I have but I bet there are some that have no idea how some people live off the backs of hard working people. Planting season was always a very stressful time for us. You have a small window of time to get your seed cane in the ground before grinding starts. You have to deal with weather related problems, breakdowns, etc., but when you have to top that off with lazy people with no work ethic it will drive you batty. Don't get me wrong, I know it's hot and dusty work, but that's why we could not be to particular on who we hired. This is where the people I want to tell you about come into play. A great deal of these individuals have the system beat. They either get an SSI check for some disability they are supposed to have or get a "crazy" because of some "socalled" mental problem. They either will only work for cash or want you to make their check on a relative's name. I got so tired of playing their games it prompted me to give up a job I loved. I'm talking of both white and black individuals.

This brings me to respond to some of the posts in the forum lately. The individuals purchasing food on our dime are some of the same people I am refering to. Don't get me wrong, we as society need to help the less fortunate. There really are some people that can't fend for themself. It is our duty to help these people or to help those that come into hard times till they get back on their feet. The people I refered to previosly work the system to their advantage. There needs to be drastic reform to the welfare system. If you test positive for drugs "no soup for you". You keep having a litter of kids, none of whom have the same father, "no soup for you". You take a mandatory physical and pass but wont work, "no soup for you".

Someone once told me that the government gives to these types of individuals to keep them satisfied, and therfore owe their sole to the devil, the government. These are a large portion of the Democrat party. This way the Dems are gauranteed a dependable voter base. This brings me to Obama. This man has been preying off these individuals all of his life. All he ever did was organize people to strong arm individuals with money so as to bilk them into giving money to "the less fortunate". There were some regular people that fell for his silver tounge and voted for this "player". This man is FDR on steroids. The powers that be want to bring as many people as possible onto the public doles as possible, therefore gauranteed to make them dependant on the government. It's all about control. It's not about healthcare,it's about making people drones. This administration is the most corrupt in history. He is surrounded by all sorts of shady characters. Do some internet surfing and see who really wrote the legislation in all the bills he is trying to pass. People that I might say are "shady characters". And how about all of his czars. These people have to answer to no one but Barry. What a trip? This man is on a mission. A mission to make this country into something that no one will recognize. If he would happen to get his way we will be dependant on the government for everything. It's all about control.

I think this man has mental problems. Look at his upbringing. He never had a stable family life. His biological dad was a no show. He was shuffled from one country to another. He was raised by his grandmother. He attended liberal universities. He made friends with terrorists. Made deals with crooks. Won his first elections by disquallifying his opponents. Filled his cabinet positions with tax cheats. Some say we can't scutinize him for fear of being called racists. I say b---s---. I personally have ancestors from Germany who never owned slaves. I truthfully can say I never did one thing to anyone of a different race. Can't say the same for me. When I was 14 years old I was attacked by 3 black thugs requiring a trip to the emergency room for stitches. Still I never held a grudge. I treat blacks just as I treat others. But some of you black people need to get a life. Stop blaming whites for all of your problems. There are people coming to the U.S. from all sorts of countries with little but the shirts on their back. With hard work and some luck they make something of themselves. I'm sick and tired of all the excuses. Get an education, get a job, and get a life. Just don't come in my house and try and take what I busted my butt for. I'll have a 40 for you, and I don't mean a beer! GET AN EDUCATION, GET A JOB, AND GET A LIFE!

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Benjand wrote on Sep 15, 2009 7:58 AM:

" Yes, it was a mess. That's obvious even if you were living under a rock. My point was that the economy isn't showing negative growth anymore and Obama wasn't the one responsible. But to the clueless, uneducated masses that voted for him based solely on the novelty his race, think he's pulling all the strings. And if he plans on any more "cash for clunkers" programs, which was an abysmal failure, then he can hang up the "change", I don't want any. No thanks. "

genny wrote on Sep 10, 2009 4:22 PM:

" new heard it said so well "

hard working middle wrote on Sep 10, 2009 12:23 AM:

" Well Benjab,if you think the last administration had anything to do with making the economy better, you are living in a fantasy land. It was a mess when the present administration took over. "

To hard working middle wrote on Sep 8, 2009 3:19 PM:

" So do I, and it's not one that I like. Most hard working middle class citizens want to remain able to work hard, to be able to progress. But the change that's taken place in the econemy prevents that for many. "

Benjand wrote on Sep 8, 2009 2:40 PM:

" Yeah, you see a change, but don't think for a second that its due to this administration's "policies". Barely any "stimulus" money has been used. ECON 101: The Economy is a cyclical phenomenon, it was bound to hit bottom and bounce back, what else can it do?? It's a foolish thing to think Obama is responsible when the president has very little to do as far as guiding the economy, and its unfortunate that because the media loves this president, that he gets the credit for "turning the economy around". Wake up. "

hard working middle wrote on Sep 7, 2009 11:33 AM:

" Benjab speak for yourself. I see a change in the economy. "

Benjad wrote on Sep 5, 2009 4:13 PM:

" As far as Obama goes, his popularity is declining and the hard working middle class don't like him, not cause he's black, but because he isn't remotely qualified for the office. He is not the "savior" that the left wing losers thought he would be and has already done more damage to democracy and capitalism than anyone. Hopefully someone comes along after him and can repair the damage done by this liberal. God help us. "

tdwyerhills wrote on Sep 4, 2009 2:08 PM:

" What the farmer forgot to tell you is as a farmer he to also get help from the government. Farm subsidies so do not act like just lazy people get help from the government. "

lalala wrote on Sep 4, 2009 10:22 AM:

" Cane Cutter, why don't you find another job that is more promising, something that doesn't require you to depend on others? No one told you to go into the cane business. Don't be mad because no one, reguardless of race, wants to work like a slave. Maybe one day it'll be you getting government assitance..watch how you talk about people. "

Brooke wrote on Sep 2, 2009 9:03 PM:

" AMEN to this post! Im SO glad someone grew a pair and said what needed to be said! And to"the people speak" about the racist thing, look at the statistics, the facts! If the shoe fits.....I would LOVE to shake the hand of this CANE CUTTER!! "

John Burton wrote on Sep 2, 2009 11:59 AM:

" Clean,

This is a forum for discussing local issues. This can be done without questioning the character of the person who gives their opinion. If you don't see the problems that are instilled in a large majority of black Americans today, then I don't know what else to say to you. Cutter is addressing the relationship between our government and a large portion of the black population. It is a terrible, terrible, relationship because it is killing the work ethic of many people. I believe that people should take control of their own destiny. "

MR CLEAN wrote on Sep 1, 2009 11:03 PM:

" CANE CUTTER: I don't watch 'Idol' - although my mom loves it. And you obviously have some time on your hands (despite being so 'hard worked')....or you wouldn't be steadfastly replying to every post on here.

Cane Cutter, handle your business, pray for your friends AND enemies - and I promise the REST will fall into place. "

Juan wrote on Sep 1, 2009 10:22 AM:

" To:L

The difference is that Im not worried what cane cutter has to think about me I just posted what I thought obviously you do thats why people dont move on and always stay stuck in the same hole ,.....me? I move on make my money and enjoy it I dont expect anybody to give me anything for free and maybe I dont deserve it because I wasnt born here but guess what I have never asked for it all I did was work and earn my money "

Cane Cutter wrote on Sep 1, 2009 6:51 AM:

" To Clean,
LOL! The only reason I started posting here was do do my little part in trying to inform those that have little time to investigate what's happening to our gov. and economy. It's you sir that needs to get a life. Go back to watching Idol, etc. Some of us are trying to make a difference. Free Speech. "

Here Now wrote on Aug 31, 2009 11:09 PM:

" Time will tell. "

MR CLEAN wrote on Aug 31, 2009 7:06 PM:

" Cane Cutter: Your self-described work ethic is only surpassed by your huge ego. You obviously think the world revolves around you. Well, you know what? If you do your work, live your life, and stop being so worried about the next man, I'll bet you would be a happier individual.

On the other hand, it's obvious that you are one of these types....who just LOVES to be offended and angry. Get a hobby outside of work - other than hating on your fellow man. "

ME wrote on Aug 31, 2009 3:53 PM:

" FDR on steroids! LOL That's too funny! "

observer wrote on Aug 31, 2009 2:23 PM:

" While I am always proud of our soldiers and sailors, it is the working man that is the real American Hero. He gets up early everyday and struggles thru - day after day. His times are hard everyday. He is what makes this country work.
Then there are folks whose only tough times come when the working man get tired of carrying their sponging butts. "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 31, 2009 6:37 AM:

" Barry is and never will be the MAN Bush was! He's a con man and a player. He and his croanies are bent on destroying our economy. Who else would appoint avowed communists to federal positions! It's a 2 pronged dilema. For one I hope he fills out his term, so people will see who they elected. On the down side, he'll ruin our country. "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 31, 2009 6:30 AM:

" To Clem,
It's not that I have a mean spirit, I'm just fed up with people that depend on others. Hard times? Try working with people that don't know what work is. I,ve had to fight drought, hurricanes,high input costs, low prices, unappreciative citizens, etc. That I can deal with. Lazy people, no. Michelle Bachman 2012! "

Here Now wrote on Aug 30, 2009 11:46 PM:

" Cane Cutter,
If that's what you think of President Obama, I can image how dissapointed you must have been with Bush #2. "

Clem wrote on Aug 30, 2009 1:39 PM:

" Cane Cutter what a mean spirit you have.
God forbid you should ever run into hard times. Remember one never knows what life has in store for you before you leave this earth. The same people you meet on your way up, you meet on your way down. "

MR CLEAN wrote on Aug 30, 2009 3:28 AM:

" Daily Iberian, you do see that you're hurting race relations by printing something that isn't serious; i.e., 'Rowanda Narcisse.' Anyone can see that this is not a real post. It's the work of a racist attempting to stir the pot.

Do the right thing. "

K wrote on Aug 29, 2009 5:34 PM:

" Cane Cutter:
Awesome article.

Can you say BIRTHCONTROL?? Seven kids really!! "

Rowanda Narcisse wrote on Aug 29, 2009 1:14 PM:

" You reely sad barbecue, you people just dont like us people. My seven kids would starve if I didnt get help from the state. "

swm wrote on Aug 29, 2009 8:46 AM:

" Well well , if your stuck on welfare don't blame anyone but your parents. they are the one who taught you that way of life. everyone has the chance in life to move on , and make something of themselves. its just that some choose what they think is easy and others choose to be proud Americans. (fat and lazy die young) Hard working people live longer. So if the shoe fits wear it proudly or in shame! you know who u are. Can you tell my race? "

MR CLEAN wrote on Aug 29, 2009 2:24 AM:

" I'm fed up with people like Cane Cutter, who can't mind their own business. How about wishing good things for your fellow man, instead of intolerance and (thinly veiled) hatred? "

Mais Jamais wrote on Aug 28, 2009 10:03 AM:

" It is very disheartening to know that in the year 2009 there are people who will complain about inequality because of race. With appeasements, quotas, affirmative action, and now the keys to the White House , how can anyone say "it's still not enough"? Is that chip on your shoulder so big it's preventing you from coexisting and cooperating with other people? If you say you're being held back it's because you would rather complain, and you can't build trust by biting the hand that feeds you. Learn to feed yourself and earn respect by earning a living. "

John Burton wrote on Aug 27, 2009 10:29 PM:

" Not on equal ground ???????? Are you kidding me ?? The ground is completely equal now. The only inequity is the stereotypes that were formed by actions and behaviors of the past. If you want to change that, then change it by exhibiting productive actions and behaviors. We all make judgements by what we see and experience. The judgements that are made today are not just fabricated. The fabricated part is when you try to make someone believe that a group is something other than what they are. "

ancestors wrote on Aug 27, 2009 3:19 PM:

" Amen to WORKING MAN. These people must not know their own history. Their own parents sold some of them. They should be thankful their ancestors were brought HERE to work as slaves rather than in stayed living in Africa in their living conditions. "

Working Man wrote on Aug 27, 2009 12:17 AM:

" I must say I'm truly amazed people don't know thier history. My recollection says black African men, women and children were captured by neighboring tribes and sold or traded to the white people. It made it easier for the dominant tribe to survive in Africa. Today the dominant tribes in Africa kill off neighboring men, women and children in genocide. I'm just thinking L it's probably better you're feeling the pain your feeling now than the none pain you might be feeling if your ancestors had remained in Africa. Be glad they were sold to Europeans. "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 26, 2009 7:42 PM:

" To L&Melc
I stated my ancestors have no history of owning slaves. Any way, that's history. People with your attitudes are slaves to yourselves and to the government.Ya'll think the Dems are looking out for you. What a joke. Most of their programs make ya'll drones working for the queen(Big Government). I'm sure if ya'll want to return to the homeland Barry would help you. After all he was born in Kenya. "

Julio Sanchez wrote on Aug 26, 2009 6:01 PM:

" Melc and L. I thought slavery was omitted in the 1800s. Why are you still trying to use that as an excuse to stick it to some other group of people who didn't have anything to do with slavery? This makes no sense to me. I work hard and I get paid well. It seems that it would be more work to take your approach. Why don't you just go to work? "

L wrote on Aug 26, 2009 3:43 PM:

" I am not a racist but I will not read what you post and not commit you people say a whole lot of bad thing's pertaining to black people and I will not let it go without saying anything.WHEN you people relative's took our ancestor's from their country by force i'm sure they didn't ask for foodstamp's,welfare,or housing.IT was given to them after so very long.I guess that replaced the 40 acre and a mule.GIVE me my 40 acre and keep the mule.OBAMA will do a good job as preident.WE still feel our ancestor's pain.I know I do. "

Charlie wrote on Aug 26, 2009 11:43 AM:

" Well neworleanscajun,It makes a lot of sense if you in fact read the words of Cane Cutter. There you go sounding foolish. READ before you speak. The reply is in response to the posting. "

melc wrote on Aug 25, 2009 9:11 PM:

" First of all I am not racist. And i am most definitely not lazy. We are still recooperating from slavery. We still not on level ground with you. And as for going back where we came from, we can't. You brougt us here now deal with us. Now someone compared Obama with FDR. Obama is facing the same delima that FDR did. A good for nothing administration before him that ran the country in the ground. I just hope that Obama has the same success as FDR. "

charles wrote on Aug 25, 2009 8:26 PM:

" I do believe the cane cutter is right about it all. White or Black the first to get upset and speak of being prejudice must be PREJUDICE you know who you are grow up get a life and get a job. Signed Oilfield worker for 30 years "

Reule Broussard wrote on Aug 25, 2009 8:07 PM:

" Hey Melc and L, go ahead and take that attitude, push harder for entitlements that are undeserved. Go ahead and bankrupt the country so that only hard working people like me will be able to survive. When this president succeeds in destroying our country, the hard working people will survive. And I could care less to what happens to people like you. "

neworleanscajun wrote on Aug 25, 2009 6:17 PM:

" Charlie and K:
The doctor who killed Michael Jackson, OJ Simpson, Bernie Madoff, and David Duke, are educated, have or had jobs, and definitely have lives...so what's your point? What else must they do in order to satisfy YOU?

Not to compare Obama to any of these, but your logic makes absolutely no sense. "

K wrote on Aug 25, 2009 12:27 PM:

" Good point Charlie "

Self Stereotyping wrote on Aug 25, 2009 12:25 PM:

" If ever there was a case for self stereotyping the class that came out of the Social Entitlement programs of the 60's, it would be the post by 'melc' below. Dr. King would not agree with that sentiment. ALL people are free to seek a living for themselves and become financially independent. There is no dignity in producing nothing and it's stealing to get paid for it. Welfare is another way for "the man" to keep brothers down. If you can't see that, you will always be what they say you are....lazy. "

Typical comments wrote on Aug 25, 2009 11:48 AM:

" No wonder some people are racist. It is because of people like L and melc. They feel a sense of entitlement because of slavery which hasn't been around in years. If everyone whose ancestors were slaves refused to work, no one in the world would be working. Think about that and "READ" for once in your sorry little lives. You will learn the truth. "

Charlie wrote on Aug 25, 2009 10:56 AM:

" Well, Cane Cutter after all the talk about the president, it seems he has done exactly the things you are saying we should all do, no matter what you circumstances have been. He is educated, he has a job and he definitely has a life. What else must he do to satisfy you? "

L wrote on Aug 24, 2009 6:07 PM:

" ALL I can say is you go melc yes, yes, yes "

Same Ole Same Ole wrote on Aug 24, 2009 10:13 AM:

" I have worked in the staffing business for many of years. I know for a fact that the mexicans are plentiful here, BUT THEY WORK!! I never had to call and ask them, "why did you not report to work"? The majority of people I have working are hispanics and whites. Period. And to "Melc", no one is begging you to remain in the USA, go back if you want to. I am not going to apologize for something I did not do. Remember, aids has taken its toll in that country. "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 24, 2009 7:40 AM:

" Concerning Melc's comment,
That's exactly the mindset I'm talking about. Now, whose is racist? Thanks Melc for making my point! "

melc wrote on Aug 23, 2009 9:37 PM:

" To all of you who think that blacks are lazy. I am going to give you my honest opinion. We as blacks were brought here against our will, made to work for your benefit for hundreds of years. So pardon us if we rest a while I think we deserve it. "

Julio Sanchez wrote on Aug 23, 2009 4:48 PM:

" Spelled close enough, Gracias. "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 22, 2009 10:10 PM:

" To Julio,
GRACIOS, is that spelled right? "

tax payers wrote on Aug 22, 2009 7:59 PM:

" Statistics show that only 45% of the people in the US pay taxex. I don't have the percentages but prob. most of the other 55% are sitting on their butts at home collecting our taxes.
Obama wants a new healthcare program, well all he has to do is drug screen most of the people on gov't assistance and cut them off if they are abusing drugs. They need to stop cutting the old people.They are the ones who made this country. We, the people need to have more town hall meetings and discuss these issues. "

Julio Sanchez wrote on Aug 22, 2009 4:13 PM:

" I came to this country to work and earn money for my family. This is really a great country. I never have had problems finding work, because I work hard for people. I don't understand all of these fat and lazy people waddling around town, obviously able to work but refusing. We don't have welfare and food stamps in my country. If you don't work you don't eat, unless you beg. Most people find something to make a little money, like grilling goat meet on the street or something. "

Outraged wrote on Aug 22, 2009 7:14 AM:

" If you want to get to the underlying problems with race relations why don't the Daily Iberian publish a letter I submitted to the forum that was authored by Pat Buchanan and see where the conversation goes from there! I know race relations is a touchy subject but talking about it is like trying to walk on egg shells without breaking any!!!! Lets let it all hang out! "

neworleanscajun wrote on Aug 21, 2009 5:51 PM:

" Juan,
A belated welcome to the US. You sound like a TRUE American. "

L wrote on Aug 21, 2009 3:24 PM:

" TO JUAN I got news for you.IF they don't like black people what in the world make's you think that you are exceptale to these people. THEY want the mexican's to go back to mexico so yall can stop sending there money to yall country,YOU would of known that if you was a daily poster on here so don't try to be nice to these people because you want score because your the wrong color.ONE can only imagine what he said to himself when he read ypur post.YALL both have the same mutual feeling's about OBAMA, wake up JUAN. "

B wrote on Aug 21, 2009 1:01 PM:

" To John Burton
So are you saying 80% of blacks are lazy, uneducated and just looking for a hand out.Dont sugar code things, I know plenty of white people who dont have jobs and sit home and collect just as some blacks so don't act like it's just one race. "

Nowaytowin wrote on Aug 21, 2009 11:56 AM:

" There is some truth to everything that has been said. But there is no way to make everyone happy. There will always be people who dont want to work and get by anyway they can without working, there are those who try to do the right thing and do whatever jobs they have to to get by, and there are going to folks out there who are upset and whatever the situation is for others. The only thing that can be done is to take care of each other and those we love, "

Juan wrote on Aug 21, 2009 11:18 AM:

" Im a mexican immigrant.. luckily. I got to come to the USA legally when I was a lot younger and my father always taught me to work hard be smart and get educated I did the first two but I learned the hard way Stop worrying about all this racist crap and work.. I agree 100% with you on this cane cutter... and Obama... no comments.. I think everybody knows now what obama is all about "

John Burton wrote on Aug 21, 2009 8:23 AM:

" To: Translator
Tone ?? Since when do we start labeling people because of the tone in which they say things. The man is making a "point". Instead of discussing the point, you give it a short life by playing the race card. It's all too typical, and a huge reason why nothing gets solved. Problem is identified and rather than admit some problems and create a plan (more work and pain), you'd rather just discredit the source by ASSUMING he has harmful intent by the tone in his delivery. "

to cane cutter wrote on Aug 21, 2009 7:55 AM:

" I myself am a "farmers daughter" and darn proud of it; my dad taught us the worth of a dollar and always to help ones in need not in need of a handout...i admire every word you have written, and I'm a single mother of 1 never could get assistance so it really p's me off to see these women with 14 kids, 2 full baskets of crap and driving a brand new tahoe WITH $2000 rims but live in a $2 house....i worked since 15 and finished college while raising my child and I was looked down on. Sad.. "

John Burton wrote on Aug 21, 2009 7:37 AM:

" Kaypistol - I understand and respect your opinions also. I believe that you are sweet and genuine person. But, I want to say that sometimes reality hurts. I happen to be TOO honest sometimes. This causes me some grief in my relationships. But, the flip-side is, if I'm not honest then it could cause other, bigger problems. I try express myself as nice as possible to NOT get an angry response, but sometimes people don't want to look at their own mistakes. No more room to write. "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 21, 2009 6:03 AM:

" To L,
A side note I just thought about. I hired a guy to plant and he came to work with a portable tv and a walkman. He watched the tv on break and listened to the radio while working. To top it off he stole my cell phone from my truck. Can't say what color he was, I'll be racist! "

Free To Choose wrote on Aug 21, 2009 1:04 AM:

" Aren't we as American's given the right to like or dislike whomever we choose? I think the answer is yes. Therefore if I don't like a black person, white person, red person or yellow person that is my right in this free society. Whatever label you place on my not liking a person is your problem. I don't like drug heads of any race am I a racist? I don't like lifelong abusers of the system of any race. Am I a racist? If so then call it as you will. "

kaypistol wrote on Aug 20, 2009 8:42 PM:

" To: John Burton

I totally agree with what you are saying. There is much more to this than what I said, but I feel as if this was just one big prejudice mess, soIaddressed it. I'm not taking up for blacks or for whites, republicans or democrats. The personwho posted this, no matter what they said, made some ratherbiasedcomments.

Alot ofpeople abusethe system, yes. But ugly comments don't need to be made about the less fortunate because some people do try theirhardest and it doesn't make a do. Anything could happen and anyone can need help oneday. "

John Burton wrote on Aug 20, 2009 3:26 PM:

" To: Kaypistol

I don't mean to be offensive, but your comments seem really shallow. You are so much on the surface when there is a whole other world of social, economic, cultural, and genetic levels to race relations in Amercia. You are just touching on the emotional side of it. It's not as easy as you make it. One of the major problems are the blacks not having trust in the whites and harboring anger towards the whites. You can't move forward if you harbor resentment in your heart. That's huge!! "

John Burton wrote on Aug 20, 2009 3:10 PM:

" To: "B"

Sorry, but the argument "Not all" doesn't fly. To better make my point, I'll make the statement "Don't worry, not all of the jelly beans in a jar are red". The truth is 80 are red and 20 are green. Then, I offer you a deal. Pick a green jelly bean or something bad will happen to you. Now, you have to judge. Do I want to gamble my well-being at 25/75 deficit ratio?? Just saying, to me, that's a jar of red jelly beans with a few green ones. "

John Burton wrote on Aug 20, 2009 2:54 PM:

" To: "B" (who is probably "L")

The author is making the point that a large portion of blacks use the welfare system. Did you know that ~38% of welfare recipients are white and ~37% are black? But, given the fact that there are ~260 million whites and ~42.5 million blacks in America, AND that there are ~37 million people on welfare. That means that 32% of blacks are on welfare and 5.4% of whites are on welfare. Some people will try to point out the 38% versus 37% and stop there. "

Mais Jamais wrote on Aug 20, 2009 2:54 PM:

" Cane Cutter, thanks for taking the time to put your thoughts down. You earned your right to do so. Perpetual Free Welfare is socialism, plain and simple. Able bodied, competent people who accept welfare and only expect more are THE problem with our nation. EVERYONE worked to build this country in the 40's and 50's...FDR expected something in return. But then in the 60's LBJ said, "You don't ever have to work again if you don't want to, Uncle Sam will take care of you." That was the beginning of the end. Taxpayers will suffer. "

B wrote on Aug 20, 2009 1:39 PM:

" To cane cutter, sounds like you are very bitter and very racists, so I guess some of you white people need to get a life also. Not all black people are lazy,uneducated, and just looking for a hand out. "

Atheist wrote on Aug 20, 2009 1:18 PM:

" You better be right. There is a God... Good Day!!! "

kaypistol wrote on Aug 20, 2009 11:45 AM:

" I'm biracial, motherwhite and fatherblack. My mother's parents were highly upset when they found out she was pregnantforablack. The older generationisquick toblame itontheir upbringing. As an adult who knows rightfrom wrong, you need to let that go,blackorwhite. Just like somewhites hate blacks, someblackshate whites. and this isthe truereason the worldis fallingapart becausesome people wontoverlookthis and worktogethertomake the worldabetter place. Obama won the election, asanAmericanyouhave the right to get himout of office if youdon't like it. "

Translator wrote on Aug 20, 2009 11:35 AM:

" To John Burton,

Uhh no. Racism is racism. The tone is incredibly apparent to anyone with friends of different races. "

Laf. wrote on Aug 20, 2009 10:46 AM:

" Good article. It does represent a lot of what the middle class in America is feeling these days and has been feeling for such a long time. I am 52 years old and my wife and I have both worked all of our lives, to pay taxes and support our family. We raised (3) children and put two of them through college. Our youngest child is a soldier that is being deployed next week. We are now realizing that because we have done everything right, we have also done everything wrong. We can't win. "

mama know wrote on Aug 20, 2009 7:26 AM:

" YOU GO MAN!! Tell it like it is! Everyone wants some kind of hand out,but aren't willing to work for it.I know people working the system because they have NO education [by choice], they are gay [not happy] and lazy! They are all [3people] getting SSI off their father that worked for the city of Youngsville,one of them since she was 17 yrs. old, shes' now 46.my husband and I have worked since we are 18 yrs. old, now in our 50"s, we're hoping to have our S.S. when we do retire. Because of the system,we are very doughtful. "

John Burton wrote on Aug 20, 2009 5:50 AM:

" To: The People Speak

Why is it that you immediately play a race card? His point is clear and it reflects 95% of the unbiased middle class. There is a problem with Black America ! This is not a racists statement. There are black groups that try to change the black problems everyday. People like you and Translator want to discredit the source because what he says it "spot on". It hurts and therefore the easiest way to make it go away is to yell "racism". "

John Burton wrote on Aug 20, 2009 5:43 AM:

" To: Translator

Don't try and twist the author's points and meaning to suit yourself and try to SPIN it. We as readers all know his points and he made them well. Your ploy is very typical of someone who is guilty or has an agenda. "

The people speak wrote on Aug 19, 2009 10:26 PM:

" nocajun:
Not sure who big brother is and not sure I want to find out. Maybe like the boogyman. Could be your boss, neighbor, police, you, me or even the corner wino.
I may have been a bit obtuse in responding to his post but this is the point I was trying to make. Simply say what you mean and don't try to disguise it by stating "I'm not this, I believe in that".
Finally, it seems that some people agree with him on just about everything but draw the line because he was a cane farmer. Go figure. "

L wrote on Aug 19, 2009 8:44 PM:

" TO the one that just love the word yall.YALL people are a trip.YALL got it bad, yall need to stop acting like that.YALL need to grow up.YALL are a bunch of griper's.YALL need to wake up and smell the coffee. YALL need serious counseling.YALL are a group of sick people.YALL need to get a life. YALL got enough?I did it because I know how much you love the word yall!!!!!!!!!!!!! glad I was able to help you.AND if there's anything else I can help you with don't hesitate to let me know I'M hear every day. "

GG wrote on Aug 18, 2009 9:40 PM:

" To L: Why should anyone be ashamed for giving mexicans the opportunity to make a living. They come here knowing what they are doing and are happy to be doing it. I recently hired a construction company for a project at my home and some of the jobs were done by mexican crews. They were very skilled at their craft, showed up everyday on time and were very polite and respectful gentlmen. We dont have to beg them to work. They want to work. Earn it not have it given to them!!! Takes some lessons. "

Kh wrote on Aug 18, 2009 5:00 PM:

" To Atheist:

I do not like elites, educated or not. "

Outraged wrote on Aug 18, 2009 3:49 PM:

" To Atheist: WHAT are you talking about??? "

To L wrote on Aug 18, 2009 2:15 PM:

" Yall, yall, yall, yall, yall, yall. Y'all get an education, a job AND be an elite intellectual like Atheist, so that you can write complete sentences on the DI forum. Thank you kindly. "

Percy Verance wrote on Aug 18, 2009 2:08 PM:

" To Atheist,
I DO believe in creeps. I DO believe in creeps. I DO believe in creeps. "

neworleanscajun wrote on Aug 18, 2009 2:06 PM:

" TO The people speak:

Who exactly is big brother?

Should we call the police? "

neworleans cajun wrote on Aug 18, 2009 1:57 PM:

" Atheist!
Your amazing logical fallacy begs the question. Care to post the syllogism that lead to your ridiculous conclusion that cane cutter equates liberal universities and terrorists? He also observed that Obama was raised by his grandmother. Does this make her a terrorist, too, according to your bizarre reasoning process?

Maybe you are an atheist, although your opinion of yourself borders on deification. You remind me of a couple of other arrogant psudo intellectual clowns who post here...maybe you're all the same person with different names.

Educated elite, huh?. LOL "

Atheist wrote on Aug 18, 2009 11:01 AM:

" "He attended liberal universities. He made friends with terrorists."

LOL

I love your implication that liberal universities are on the same level as terrorists. You never said that, but putting the sentences so close together in a list is what's called an innuendo.

You don't like the educated elite very much, do you? "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 17, 2009 6:11 PM:

" To The people Speak,
I mentioned both black and whites. I was never assaulted by a white, asian, or whatever. Barry's problem isn't his race it's his teachings and his beliefs. Barry might be your big brother, he's not mine. "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 17, 2009 5:44 PM:

" To L,
The reason I called them thugs is because I was Just 14 and these guys were a foot taller than me and were at least 18. They had agreed to pay the medical bill but never did. I'm not apoligizing, so get a life. "

L wrote on Aug 17, 2009 5:21 PM:

" TO TRANSLATOR my brother went to one of the field's to get a job ane he was told thank you for coming and turned him and other's around but when there's alot of mexican there yall will take them because yall don't have to pay them as much.YALL use them because they want complain but shame on yall for doing that to those people.THAT man upstair's see's everything.IT'S people like you that only want's to give the job to the mexican's be fair with what you can offer,help all race's not just one racei'm not prejudice but i'm fair. "

L wrote on Aug 17, 2009 5:11 PM:

" BUT we can't say nothing to much about the white people because it want get posted.you siad some of the black people need to get a life,a job and an education did you forgot that there's some white people that should do the same thing?YALL act like only black people commit crime's and yall say yall not prejudice yall could of fooled me.AND DI I WOULD APPRECIATE IT IF YOU LET MY POST GO THROUGH BECAUSE I'M TIRED OF YALL REJECTING MY POST.I'VE had several rejected when talking about white people and that's not fair be fairDI. "

L wrote on Aug 17, 2009 4:48 PM:

" FIRST of all I would like to say that I am very disappointed in the DI because I used the same compound word that cane cutter used leaving the same blank space's and my post was rejected.WELL DI why cane cutter can post that word and I can't?WHAT'S the difference between his word and my word?I'M gonna try again.YOU said your not racist but your focus is on black people.AND THE PEOPLE SPEAK is right you called them black thug's and the DI posted it the DI is posting bad thing's pertaining to black people. continue "

Tom wrote on Aug 17, 2009 1:53 PM:

" To Cane Cutter.

First, I cannot respond to you in the limited space the DI allows.
Second, I do appreciate American farmers. I just cannot agree with the way our government manipulates food prices by using sugar import quotas.

I would encourage anyone interested to search for "The Sugar Shaft", or visit fff.org/freedom/0498d.asp "

Cane Cutter wrote on Aug 17, 2009 9:00 AM:

" To Tom,
Don't lump our "family farms" with these big corporate farms. Cosiderate yourself fortunate their are still some people that lay everything on the line so you can cross your feet under the dining room table. You think food comes from the super market? "

old eagle wrote on Aug 16, 2009 8:55 PM:

" Cane Cutter: Very well said. "

The people speak wrote on Aug 16, 2009 8:41 PM:

" You made a point to start your rant by stating "I have no ax to grind with any particular group of people or specific race". You end your rant by saying the President has "mental problems", you were beaten by "black" thugs, and mentioning "40 ounce beer". We know what you mean.
The proof that you have a problem with blacks is you made no crude remarks about Latinos, Asians, Russians or any other minority. I hope since you got that off you chest you feel much better.
Remember, big brother is watching........... "

Translator wrote on Aug 16, 2009 11:38 AM:

" Too much text. Here is a summary:

I'm a landowner who has a hard time finding people to work my fields because handouts are easier than plantation work. We need to make it difficult to receive government aid to encourage poor people to stop being so lazy. Obama promises these people easy money so they'll vote for him. He has mental problems, his family is worthless, he is friends with terrorists and he's a racist.

Also, one time some black kids beat me up. I promise I'm not racist. "

Agreed wrote on Aug 16, 2009 10:04 AM:

" Amen to this post! "

Tom wrote on Aug 16, 2009 8:53 AM:

" TO: Cane Cutter.

I admire your work ethic and I can agree with much of what you are saying. However, anyone who grows sugar should be very careful when complaining of people receiving government entitlements.

Google “The Great Sugar Shaft” and you can see the damage cane growers have done to our economy and the Everglades. "

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