That first paycheck is a moment of great joy and great sadness all at one time. The joy of earning it yourself and the sadness of realizing the government now owns you.
Currently I am taxed at 51% of my income between all tax sources, now you can see why I highly oppose any party raising taxes at all. Although I will say the Democratic party really would rather raise taxes than cut spending. Just imagine what I could do to help stimulate the economy if I had even 20% more of my income to buy products that create jobs? If the socialistic Democratic party of America (endorsed by the communist party) had their way it would be pay 100% to the government and they’ll take care of us.
I remember my first paycheck from my first full time job. It came in envelope that was marked, “Personal and Confidential.” After I opened the envelope and after looking at the check, I turned to a coworker and said, “Don’t worry, I’m just as ashamed of it as they are”.
miqq1234 almost 10 years ago
…yep…after deductions and taxes….it’s much less….young workers discover that very quickly…
clayusmcret Premium Member almost 10 years ago
That first paycheck is a moment of great joy and great sadness all at one time. The joy of earning it yourself and the sadness of realizing the government now owns you.
Charlie Fogwhistle almost 10 years ago
That’s an old expression. Adjust for inflation over the years, and it’s down to about ten cents.
JonDoh almost 10 years ago
He should have told the boy that it’s 50 cents after taxes.
angelfiredragon almost 10 years ago
Currently I am taxed at 51% of my income between all tax sources, now you can see why I highly oppose any party raising taxes at all. Although I will say the Democratic party really would rather raise taxes than cut spending. Just imagine what I could do to help stimulate the economy if I had even 20% more of my income to buy products that create jobs? If the socialistic Democratic party of America (endorsed by the communist party) had their way it would be pay 100% to the government and they’ll take care of us.
Jim Kerner almost 10 years ago
I remember my first paycheck from my first full time job. It came in envelope that was marked, “Personal and Confidential.” After I opened the envelope and after looking at the check, I turned to a coworker and said, “Don’t worry, I’m just as ashamed of it as they are”.
FishDog93 almost 10 years ago
I live in the real world. You liberals & democrats should try it sometime!!
K M almost 10 years ago
More than I make in Obama’s “recovery”.