March 3, 2011

America's Fiscal Civil War

By Chad Stafko
The year 2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the Civil War in America.  Perhaps it is fitting then that this same year is host to the onset of a great polarization in our nation, the likes of which may get to a point not been seen since the Vietnam War.  This fiscal Civil War is between two distinct groups, and although the war is being fought with shouts and legislation, rather than the muskets of old, the end result of the war will have a huge impact upon our country.Each group is distinct.  On one side are public employees -- those who work for a particular local municipality, state, or some type of institution thereof.  Many of these employees are unionized.  Those sympathizing with this group include public union officials, private union officials, and Democrats.On the other side, are private industry employees who are not unionized (about 93% of all private industry employees).  Their sympathizers are Republicans.  Battles between the groups...(Read Full Article)