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Spexxvet · 12-07-2011, 10:13 AM

Extortion isn't funny.

Pete Zicato · 12-07-2011, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Spexxvet

Extortion isn't funny.

I think you're off base on this one, spexx. This is just how it works in the country. You probably get fire coverage through your taxes. You pay in case the fire department needs to come out to your home.

If you live in unincorporated areas of the boonies, you can choose to pay a yearly fee to the fire department or not. Everyone understands this and knows what the risks are.

Spexxvet · 12-07-2011, 01:47 PM

Ever see "Gangs of New York"? If it's not extortion, it's still a shitty way to treat your fellow human beings, let alone your neighbors and those in your community. We have volunteer fire departments here. They ask for donations. If you don't donate, they still put out your fire.

12-07-2011, 10:13 AM	#1
Spexxvet Makes some feel uncomfortable Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 10,346	Extortion isn't funny. __________________ "I'm certainly free, nay compelled, to spread the gospel of Spex. " - xoxoxoBruce

12-07-2011, 01:47 PM	#3
Spexxvet Makes some feel uncomfortable Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 10,346	Ever see "Gangs of New York"? If it's not extortion, it's still a shitty way to treat your fellow human beings, let alone your neighbors and those in your community. We have volunteer fire departments here. They ask for donations. If you don't donate, they still put out your fire. __________________ "I'm certainly free, nay compelled, to spread the gospel of Spex. " - xoxoxoBruce

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