Gene Howe wrote:Being products of the 40’s and 50’s, us old folks’ perceptions may have been shaped a bit differently than those of our younger cohorts. We were taught that logic, reason and a modicum of intellectual acuity would greatly assist in procuring life’s bounties as free and independent actors. Those of our younger folks who have benefited from exploring and testing their parent’s’ and grandparent’s like philosophies are truly blessed. And, I am heartened by their ascending numbers.
It’s not surprising then, that the degree of vehemence with which certain proposed and/or actual governmental actions are opposed or supported, waxes and wanes in accordance with one’s perceptions of their own ability for self governance, self reliance and independence, or lack thereof.
It is through this prism that I view the attempts by Gass, through governmental action, to impose his invention on everyone concerned with the manufacture, sales and use of table saws. Consequently, I find his actions in this regard reprehensible and abhorrent.
While safety is paramount in the workshop, to quote a famous 20th century philosopher, “Stupid is as stupid does.”. So stay smart and safe out there!
Gee!!!! Where did that come from???? WOW!!!
Well Said!!! You sure picked my mind!!!!
I did not know you could be so eloquent!!!
Must be the tiramisu(or something later);)!
P.S. SOME of us are products of an earlier decade! i.e. We ain't 'Boomers'!:rolleyes:
