[Colonel]

Originally Posted by Trunks

At the very least salaries should be standardized. Did you know the range of salaries for Governors of states of the US ranges from 60k-170k? Now if it were more like 80k-90k
not only would money be saved in the long run, but it would be a much more equal system.

Oh my young padawon. The above statement shows that you are not wise to the ways of the real world. Why should every state be standardized? Each governor has different job responsibilites based on the laws of that sate. Every state is different in terms of population, tax revenue, etc. And to force them to pay a certain wage would infringe on the Tenth Amendment, which basically says that you can't tell them what to do unless it is specifically stated that you can in the Constitution.

And furthermore, why do you think 80-90 is the proper wage? I doubt the Governor of New York would think so. The 170M number seems better considering the responsibilities of the office. But if some state wants to pay 60, and they can get folks to take the job for that price, then more power to 'em.

Originally Posted by Trunks

... The point is they are overpaid by their standards and thats what matters.

Again, how do you know? Do you know what they make? Do you know what the average wage is in the country for folks with the proper education compared to what the government foks are making? My point is, don't rush to judgment with nothing more than a bias against government employees or the wealthy. You may be right in your assumption in this case, but I think you are going more on a feeling about the subject rather than the facts. Support your arguments with the facts Grasshopper and you will go far in life.