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Old 01-27-2009, 02:42 PM   #1
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Just...humanity?
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Old 01-27-2009, 02:45 PM   #2
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Then where should we set the line cutoff line for those unable to pay and those unwilling to pay?
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Old 01-27-2009, 02:46 PM   #3
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I could be mistaken, but I believe PA has a law against utilities being shut off if there are children in the home. I know it doesn't apply in this case and it's a different state, but the arguement can be made...if so for children, why not for seniors. He was 93 for Christ's sake!

Edit: I believe the PA law is if there are children in the home AND it is winter. Should have been more clear.
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Old 01-28-2009, 12:34 PM   #4
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Just...humanity?

This.

Yes they are businesses, but they are also amongst the providers of the country's basic infrastructure. They take on the rewards as they take on the responsiblity.
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Old 01-28-2009, 12:39 PM   #5
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I just thought someone should note that it was not a business that killed this man, it is a municipal operation.
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Old 01-28-2009, 12:50 PM   #6
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I just thought someone should note that it was not a business that killed this man, it is a municipal operation.
I was under the impression the man was killed by extremely cold temperatures... but I get your point.
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Old 01-28-2009, 01:00 PM   #7
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I was under the impression the man was killed by extremely cold temperatures... but I get your point.
Thank you Mister Knowitall.
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