Who should be paid more money?

[bobt993]

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/spo...654569.php