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<blockquote data-quote="UPS Lifer" data-source="post: 886967" data-attributes="member: 9789">Sleeve,You are entitled to your opinion about 999. I on the other hand, believe that our tax code is broken and needs a complete overhaul.&nbsp; I keep an open mind on anyone willing to tackle this nightmare.&nbsp; Actually, I admire those who will work hard to throw it out and start from scratch to replace it with a FAIR and equitable system for all Americans. My beef is with those who think that anyone with a degree is smarter than someone without a degree. BTW - I am not putting you in that category but your comment reminded me that there are a lot of people who absolutely believe that.&nbsp; Some of the smartest people I know, do not have degrees.&nbsp; Having an education and a degree is just part of the total package. Life experience - common sense - and application of that education or degree on a routine basis are also necessary. I am also reminded of my career at UPS, especially managing package centers. The first 2 questions asked by drivers, &quot;Did you drive and for how long?&quot;.&nbsp; A degree shows that you have fulfilled the requirements of a college or university and are granted all the &quot;Rights, Privileges, and Honors&quot; that are conferred upon you. An undergraduate degree means nothing if you do not put it to good and practical use. To summarize; Cain has common sense, experience and has shown a successful application of his education and leadership skills. I believe he will bridge the gap between ideologues of the left and right and do what is best for all Americans and not a chosen few.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="UPS Lifer, post: 886967, member: 9789"] Sleeve, You are entitled to your opinion about 999. I on the other hand, believe that our tax code is broken and needs a complete overhaul. I keep an open mind on anyone willing to tackle this nightmare. Actually, I admire those who will work hard to throw it out and start from scratch to replace it with a FAIR and equitable system for all Americans. My beef is with those who think that anyone with a degree is smarter than someone without a degree. BTW - I am not putting you in that category but your comment reminded me that there are a lot of people who absolutely believe that. Some of the smartest people I know, do not have degrees. Having an education and a degree is just part of the total package. Life experience - common sense - and application of that education or degree on a routine basis are also necessary. I am also reminded of my career at UPS, especially managing package centers. The first 2 questions asked by drivers, "Did you drive and for how long?". A degree shows that you have fulfilled the requirements of a college or university and are granted all the "Rights, Privileges, and Honors" that are conferred upon you. An undergraduate degree means nothing if you do not put it to good and practical use. To summarize; Cain has common sense, experience and has shown a successful application of his education and leadership skills. I believe he will bridge the gap between ideologues of the left and right and do what is best for all Americans and not a chosen few. [/QUOTE]

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