This is Grandpa’s reply to a letter he received from his granddaughter.
NOTE: Responses to grandpa’s reply have been included in the letter.
Grandpa’s letter with RESPONSES included…
Whether you are Republican, or Democrat, the children of our world are entitled to the truth.
It is noted that this Grandpa…John G. is 63 years
old, owns a small business and “ He’s a life-long Republican.” He sees
his dream of retiring next year as all but evaporated. With the stock
market crashing and new taxes coming his way, John assumes now that he
will work to his dying day. This American man has a granddaughter. She/He is a recent college grad. She/He drives a flashy hybrid car, wears all the latest fashions, and loves to go out to nightclubs and restaurants. She/He campaigned hard for Obama. “After the election she/he
made sure her grandfather (and all other Republican family members)
received a big I told-you-so earful on how the world is going to be a
much better place now that her party is taking over.” Having lost both
roommates, She/He recently ran short of cash and cannot pay the rent (again) on her 3 bedroom townhouse. Like she/he has done many times in the past, she/he emailed her grandfather asking for some financial help.”
This is a corrected version of Grandpa John’s reply:
Grandpa writes…”Sweetheart”
: Future Children of the World
Grandpa writes…”I received your request for assistance.
Ashley, you know I love you dearly and I’m sympathetic to your
financial plight. Unfortunately, times have changed.” Grandpa
says…”With the election of President Obama, your grandmother and I have
had to set forth a bold new economic plan of our own…”
: It is important that you understand that the problems
we are facing today have a long history. It is imperative that you and
other children of our world do the proper research and learn the facts
that led up to our country’s present problems.
Grandpa continues…”The Ashley Economic Empowerment Plan. “…”
Let me explain. Your grandmother and I are life-long, wage-earning
taxpayers. We have lived a comfortable life, as you know, but we have
never had the fancier things like European vacations, luxury cars, etc.
We have worked hard and were looking forward to retiring soon. But the
plan has changed. Your president is raising our personal and business
taxes significantly. He says it is so he can give our hard earned money
to other people. Do you know what this means, Ashley? It means less for
us, and we must cut back on many business and personal expenses.”
: Of course, this is stated through your Grandpa’s
beliefs and point of view. If I were to do my historical research with
an open-mind, and avoid any narrow-mindedness, on my part: I would
expect nothing less of myself than to tell you the facts. President
Obama won his election fair and square. The American people
overwhelmingly voted for him. It seems the American people were totally
fed up with our past Presidents, Senate members, and Congressmen. Then
again, we must also consider all those influential and powerful people
who have had unprincipled influence on ‘ALL’ those (elected and hired)
employees within our government. Furthermore, I must avoid insulting
yours’ and other Americans’ intelligence: President Obama did in fact
“Inherit the Mess” we as Americans now find ourselves in. Doing your
research will factually verify that all the man-made stupidity; whether
Republican or Democrat, was, and still remains, over-flowing with flaws
and corruption that has “preceded”, and continues to remain in our
present government arena.
Grandpa continues… “You know the wonderful receptionist who
worked in my office for more than 23 years? The one who always gave you
candy when you came over to visit? I had to let her go last week. I
can’t afford to pay her salary and all of the government mandated taxes
that go with having employees. Your grandmother will now work 4 days a
week to answer phones, take orders and handle the books. We will be
closed on Fridays and will lose even more money.”
: There I go again. You must forgive your grandpa for
his personal, and somewhat narrow-mindedness. If I had to look at the
past factual history, I would be reminded of what has come before.
Prior to the election of Obama, I must, in all fairness to you, admit
that our present situation is a combination of all the “past-pit-full”
of studpidity, greed and corruption. The list is long and will require
some research on your part. Keep in mind that there are people who
would like to downplay the history that has lead us to what is
happening today. It is their hope that the American people continue to
develop a state of apathy, and become blind to what can be swept under
the carpet.
Grandpa continues…”I’m also very sorry to report that your
cousin Frank will no longer be working summers in the warehouse. I
called him at school this morning. He already knows about it and he’s
upset because he will have to give up skydiving and his yearly trip to
Greenland to survey the polar bears. That’s just the business side of
things. Some personal economic effects of Obama’s new taxation policies
include none other than you. You know very well that over the years
your grandmother and I have given you thousands of dollars in cash,
tuition assistance, food, housing, clothing, gifts, etc., etc. But by
your vote, you have chosen to help others — not at your expense — but
at our expense.”
: Again, forgive me for insulting your intelligence. I
realize that you would find it difficult to feel any empathy for your
cousin Frank who will no longer be able to go skydiving and to continue
enjoying his yearly trips to Greenland. As far as my ignorance in
demeaning your choice of vote, I do apologize. I reluctantly realize
that Obama had nothing to do with the greed and corruption that led to
the downfall of Wall Street, and all the other things combined that
have led to the taxpayer’s “billions-of-dollar-payouts”.
Grandpa continues…”If you need money now sweetheart, I
recommend you call 202-456-1111. That is the direct phone number for
the White House. You yourself told me how foolish it is to vote
Republican. You said Mr. Obama is going to be the People’s President,
and is going to help every American live a better life. Based on
everything you’ve told me, along with all the promises we heard during
the campaign, I’m sure Mr. Obama will be happy to transfer some
stimulus money into your bank account. Have him call me for the account
number which I memorized years ago. Perhaps you can now understand what
I’ve been saying all my life: those who vote for a president should
consider the impact on the nation as a whole, and not be just concerned
with what they can get for themselves. What Obama supporters don’t seem
to realize is all of the money he is redistributing to illegal aliens
and non-taxpaying Americans (the so-called “less fortunate”) comes from
tax-paying families.”
: Wow! As your grandpa, did I just say that
“word-chain-full-of-nonsense?” If I had to be honest with myself, I
would have to admit that we sure haven’t given President Obama much
time. I also realize, my dear girl, that you are a person with
intelligence and integrity and would never bother our busy president
with such nonsensical trivia. I guess I did vote for Bush, therefore,
maybe my thought process needs some sorting out. After all, if I want
to shine in your eyes, I guess I should let go of the old school, do
some research, and face some facts. Life is all about change, and
living in the information and computer world of today, it only stands
to reason that the truth of our country’s need is staring me in the face.
Grandpa continues…”Remember how you told me, “Only the
richest of the rich will be affected”? Well guess what, honey? Because
we own a business, your grandmother and I are now considered to be the
richest of the rich. On paper, it might look that way, but in the real
world, we are far from it.
: All I can say here in regard to my statements above is that I am forgetting to count my blessings.
Grandpa
continues…”As you said, while campaigning for Obama, some people will
have to carry more of the burden so all of America can prosper. You
understand what that means, right? It means that raising taxes on
productive people results in them having less money; less money for
everything, including granddaughters. I’m sorry, Ashley, but the well
has run dry. The free lunches are over. I have no money to give you
now. So, congratulations on your choice for “change.” For future
reference, I encourage you to try and add up the total value of the
gifts and cash you have received from us, just since you went off to
college, and compare it to what you expect to get from Mr. Obama over
the next 4 (or 
years. I have not kept track of it, Ashley. It has all truly been the
gift of our hearts. Remember, we love you dearly…but from now on you’ll
need to call the number mentioned above. Your “Savior” has the money we
would have given to you. Just try and get it from him. Good luck,
sweetheart.”
“Love, Grandpa”
: As for my last three paragraphs, even I have to admit that
I sound like an old, greedy, and possibly a misinformed fool who is set
in his ways. It is not my intention to mislead you in any way. I may be
entitled to my own opinions; but that goes without saying that you are
entitled to your own search for the truth.
