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- AMoore - 09-23-2008
Wellardmac wrote:
Quote:AMoore wrote:
Quote:Would that be the "petty snipe" that I did not make regarding your citizenship status, of which I was not aware?
Actually, no, it was more a case of, "I can't come up with a better counterpoint, so I'm going to tell you to go home". That was weak.
Who are you quoting here?
- bobt993 - 09-23-2008
I cannot see how comparing an athlete to a teacher has any relevance in compensation. One is a product that is marketable to the public for entertainment and advertisement. I do not see a sports franchise deliberating over how much money goes towards their employees versus the local school system. (Maybe they should be funding our K-12 schools). Sports programs do however provide significant funding on a college level. The taxes that pro sports pay to the cities they visit are quite hefty and how that money is used is more of a local government issue. If you don't like how much an athlete makes, turn off the tv or get rid of the tickets.
I happen to agree teachers should be compensated better, at least based on productivity and results. The lifestyle represented in other countries makes teaching a very respected career. Maybe we as a society need to become more grounded on values.....
Occasionally we do see a very successful ball player actually funding a non-profit or giving to their school of choice. To think all the money is in a big pot that is skimmed by big strong football, basketball players leaving pennies for the rest of society is beyond silly. I would that rant juvenile in it's thought process.
Hey, how bout them Phillies!!!
to further my point as where the money goes that comes from the Pros......
http://www.ocregister.com/ocregister/sports/columns/article_1654569.php