This is going to be one of my shorter columns mostly because all I am going to do is ask myself a few questions, and my answers will be one of two possible answers which are “for it” or “against it".
First question: Should the state of Minnesota eliminate state tax on Social Security benefits? For it.
Should the state of Minnesota offer free school lunches to all students? For it.
Should the government forgive $2o,000 in student loans? Against it.
Should the FDIC cover deposit losses over $250,000 for the depositors of the Silicon Valley Bank? Against it.
Should a complete reconstruction of State Highway 75 from the Iowa border to Pipestone start this spring? For it.
Political term limits? For it.
Flat income tax across the board? For it.
Daylight saving time or Standard time … just pick one? For it.
Unemployment benefits for School Paraprofessionals? For it.
Giant Nutcracker? For it.
Bacon and eggs? For it.
Bacon on everything? Against it.
Green beer on St. Patrick’s Day? For it.
Self-checkouts? For it.
Adding a credit card fee to your bill? Against it.
Raising prices to cover credit card fees? For it.
Ready for spring? FOR IT!