Political pretzels
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Editor,
In many years of observing politicians, I have been annoyed when they twist themselves into a pretzel trying to convince taxpayers that “someone else” will pay for some new service. A current example is the Polson Fire Department’s plan to bill you and me directly for responding to traffic “incidents.” But wait. You won’t really pay: if you already pay taxes to the fire department - or maybe - if you have a “15” license plate - or maybe – if the Chief says so – or maybe - if your insurance covers it - or maybe – if … Seeing this pretzel being made is like watching sausage being made.
Despite the pretzel making, in the end it is you and I who pay – either directly, or indirectly by higher insurance premiums. Don’t buy this pretzel. Let your voices be heard.
Tom Eddy
Polson
