Originally Posted by
Connie Jo
I've read through most of the 'lockout' debate threads. I'm honestly torn, because those of you on opposing sides have valid points on both sides. On one hand I agree with the points in favor of owners, but on the other I agree with points in favor of players. I rarely have difficulty in choosing where I stand on an issue, but this is certainly one of those times. One day I'm in favor of the players, the next, the owners. They both have valid points & arguments, but it's a pitiful shame they can't simply be grateful for their blessings on both sides.
I'm having difficulty also with this issue, & the debates occurring among fans, media, etc....being solely focused on the money aspect. Some valid concerns & principles on both sides have been lost with the money aspect a primary focus for the majority.
This much I do know that I stand firm in my beliefs upon: we live in a free country, with wealth opportunities knocking at everyone's door at one point or another in life. Some begin their journey & focused efforts seeking fame & fortune in childhood, others adulthood, some inherit it, some come by it naturally in God given talents. Regardless, an individual has a free constitutional right to become 'legally' wealthy in America. Men, women, families...have been sacrificing body, limb, and life for such freedom. Condemning any one for being wealthy is unjust, greed however, is another matter, but is not within the point I'm wanting to make currently.
When we begin to resent those who have obtained wealth, or have a desire and/or belief that wealth should be restricted or limited, we begin to cross a line into socialism. Socialism fails, it destroy's societies overall.
Would you want to make major sacrifices, dedicate years of your life developing a talent, skill, education, career, business, but not be rewarded for such? Would you want to share your rewards with others who put forth no effort, made no sacrifce, or lessor effort & sacrifice? Based upon human nature I assure you, that most individuals are not willing to make sacrifices & put forth 100% in effort...if there is no personal gain or reward at the end.
Both the players and owners are entitled to their wealth...they've made the efforts & sacrifices necessary to obtain such. I'm tired, goodnight all, wishing for all no lockout nightmares, rather future Super Bowl Chiefs victory dreams.