Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Hunter's Campfire Stimulus money - retirees - WTF?

I can understand helping business's that had to shut down and employees who are, or might be laid off. But giving retirees money is just nuts. My wife and I are both retired so why is Uncle Sam giving us $1,200 each? We haven't worked in years. They could of cut 100's of billions from the package if they would of eliminated giving money to people who are no longer part of the work force. Or am I missing something?

You still pay taxes, correct?

You could send it to us.

At least you qualify we don't income too high send me yours. We, our generation as a rule pay the most taxes over a lifetime we should get it. What about the welfare crud whom never worked a day in their life? They bitch Trump is not my president but will take the cash.

Yeah.

Only those that are welfare rats and don't pay taxes, or contribute anything to society ought to get a check...

Donate to a church or non-profit of your choice, Local school system, Athletic department,
Support LOCAL economy, oe send it to the IRS for next year's taxes.

Thats a good idea.

Seems like I read people would pay it back in taxes if they didn’t lose income. Hasbeen

We (wife and I) won't get it, neither will my brother, - we make too much.
My oldest brother and sister, Mother will all get it.

Bet Ruger and ‘Man’ will blow theirs on a year’s supply of ding dongs and Mountain Dew.

I'll PM you my address, glad to accept what you don't want. BTW I'm retired seven years, will take whatever the gov't sends me having paid taxes sll the years that I worked.

They vote don't they? And usually republican (socialist). This is all about socialists buying votes, and that's why Trump is so intense about getting it passed so he could sign it. He needs those votes. He can't risk hearing about any wavering loyalties among the troops this summer, lest that gets out of hand and too many stay home in November (if there is even an election in November).

There are a lot more retirees living on SS alone that barely make ends meet. Go to a McDonalds,such and watch all the seniors get cheaper food which is probably the only meal they will have that day. If it bothers you so much,donate the money to a needy charity or some family that needs it

Everyone will get a 1099 (?) or a W-2 for "income" and it will count on next year's (2020) taxes for sure.

I posted this same thing almost word for word on another thread. Someone said they were going to donate it to Trump's campaign. Suggestions for other donations are also logical.

Just when you think you have read the stupidest post ever on the internet... Along comes Dumbass to raise the bar.

This is an economic policy decision that will restart the economy. People are not spending money during this lockdown. Consumer sentiment drives a major element of our economy. Putting some sugar in the gas will stimulate buying and saving (stock market) which will work to jolt back the economy. However, too much sugar with overheat the engine and cause a spike in inflation. That is the concern.

I'm also retired and wondering about this. But I thought I had heard that it was for working folks. Although I could be mistaken and I'm not planning on getting anything. Waiting to see some factual information.

That's right. Without this kind of stimulus, the entire lotto industry could be shut down. Not to mention Colt-45, Swisher Sweets, and quick-picks.

Hey Now I smoke Swishers. Around here it's black and milds, wood tip, roll the tobacco out and insert weed.