[mcmcmc]

Unless you want to get into the nitty gritty of economic policy analysis and measuring market externalities, value of public goods is pretty subjective. A healthy person might not see much value in public healthcare and a single adult with no kids might not care about education. Just because you don’t value something in the same way doesn’t mean it’s not highly valued by the people who voted on and implemented the policies.

[jimcsharp]

My neighbors suck less when they're warm, full, and healthy. How do the anti tax folks get past that hurdle? I'm trying to live my most evil life here but I'm stuck on very selfishly wanting cool neighbors.

[mech422]

well - my son is out of school - but I'll still pay for good schools cuz when I retire I want a doctor that can read...

People forget, the young'uns are the ones you'll be counting on as you get older. Best to give them the best education possible, IMHO.