Submitted by SepticYawn t3_10p4vpo in Connecticut
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m4Fnearhartford t1_j6k70g0 wrote
I think OP meant they were temporary for voting purposes and now that elections are over of course they are coming back. It was strategic. If it mattered enough maybe he could have just cut them? Maybe not but it would be nice the roads are all fd up anyway tax or no tax
AdHistorical7107 t1_j6ml1wx wrote
You nailed it.
theskyissooblue t1_j6igqto wrote
So Lamont is now responsible for your gas prices?
etchx t1_j6ihvxm wrote
To be fair, the governor did impose a gas tax holiday for the past 9 months
AdHistorical7107 t1_j6mkz4n wrote
It seems no matter what the issue, it's all lamonts fault. Rising egg prices? Blame the democrats. You have diarrhea, blame the democrats. A bird shit on your car? Yep, all Ned's fault....
These folks call democrats sheep, but they are worse when it comes to following whatever Trump, DeSantis or any GOP politician tells them....
Knineteen t1_j6inmzy wrote
Yes.
WellSeasonedUsername t1_j6j1vjh wrote
Yes. He is. You’d blame Stefanowski too if he was in office. Statist.
AdHistorical7107 t1_j6ml06m wrote
I feel bad for you
Prmetme t1_j6ic7h6 wrote
the gas tax is being added back...its not all of the price rise but its part.
speedyg54 t1_j6igola wrote
it's all of it. they're phasing it in a nickel a month and it'll stop in May
Spooky2000 t1_j6jcwxy wrote
Gas prices are rising everywhere, not just CT. Am in Florida at the moment and they went up like $.25 overnight.
polyworfism t1_j6ifssx wrote
Gas prices dropped immediately after the election, FYI
AdHistorical7107 t1_j6ml2n4 wrote
Nooooo
weemee t1_j6i98kp wrote
November, December, January
Objective-Class-4552 t1_j6k6sa5 wrote
Ever check out r/conspiracy, that's a better sub for posts like this.
ZWash300 t1_j6kt6ec wrote
They suspended the tax and are bringing it back incrementally. It was bipartisan.
Ruca705 t1_j6jxv6z wrote
Gas prices fluctuate. Why is this always a hot topic?
WestRiverTraveler t1_j6jww1w wrote
Right. Big Oil, with its massive connections to the GOP, colluded with Democrats to help them keep the Senate and have a weak majority in the House. Got it. Makes sense.
AdHistorical7107 t1_j6ml3uf wrote
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Toroceratops t1_j6leyof wrote
Why do people think the government of Connecticut is determining gas prices? Our average for regular gas is $3.36 according to AAA. Texas has the cheapest regular gas in the country at $3.13.
If you want to bitch, bitch to the oil companies, OPEC, and the idiots who want to stop the transition away from fossil fuels.
SepticYawn OP t1_j6ne35q wrote
Never said Connecticut government controls gas prices. Also never stated which party was at fault. You can’t tell me politicians don’t got their hands in the pockets of big oil.
Toroceratops t1_j6nh6k3 wrote
Sorry, was replying more to some of the respondents than to you.
DogemuchFuture t1_j6kfakj wrote
Because these morons keep believing the other morons and vote for them.
DarkLamont t1_j6iie2s wrote
Good...People need to start being priced outta here again
zgrizz t1_j6icjuo wrote
Surprise surprise.
Look at all the people that will jump to defend their stupid votes now.
G3Saint t1_j6idp4x wrote
No surprise. it was well known before the election.
WellSeasonedUsername t1_j6j4v5k wrote
And you… voted for this anyways? Knowing this?
G3Saint t1_j6j7nqc wrote
I'm not sure what you mean, both candidates supported restoration of the gas tax
SneakySnake897 t1_j6ie5yv wrote
Defend what votes? Are you implying that if I voted for republicans the gas/economy would be in better shape?
Knineteen t1_j6inu9z wrote
Maybe vote someone other than red or blue?
Amazing how this sub uses reds as blame for their continuing to vote for blue idiots.
SneakySnake897 t1_j6ipmas wrote
We have a two party system. When it’s time for me to vote, I sit down and look at how each party will affect the things I care about.
It’s actually pretty simple from my perspective. I don’t care what the parties are called: After all, republicans used to be a very different 170ish years ago. I vote for the party that makes my life better and aligns with my morals 🤷🏾
I really don’t care what they are called or their color. Voting for a third party does not move me closer to my goals for our country/state. Voting Democrat does. It’s not a loyalty issue, it’s a practicality issue.
If you want to argue about a third party system, you go do you. I’m well aware of the faults of our current situation.
WellSeasonedUsername t1_j6j7lom wrote
The same people who say “It’s a two party system” constantly say they want to “break the two party system” but continue to participate in the two party system, thus, not breaking the two party system. If you voted for this, take responsibility. Don’t blame the other party (that isn’t even running the show right now)
Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results is the definition of insanity.
SneakySnake897 t1_j6jc2t5 wrote
Thanks for sharing.
Knineteen t1_j6jbb6p wrote
So, your goal is to be taxed up the wazoo? For the rest of us mere mortals who aren’t millionaires, we need a better solution.
SneakySnake897 t1_j6jca3y wrote
Agreed, which is why I support the party that is better for the average American. And no, my goal is not to be taxed up the wazoo, i just understand how society works.
Knineteen t1_j6km789 wrote
OK, Richie Rich. The rest of us will scrape to get by.
SneakySnake897 t1_j6kmhk7 wrote
Not wealthy - my wife and I are teachers. Don’t even know what your point is tbh. Gl!
Knineteen t1_j6kmt5x wrote
Makes perfect sense now! The NEA only supports blue candidates. You’re not for society, you’re for yourself!
SneakySnake897 t1_j6kn3o6 wrote
Yes, that’s what progressives are all about: me me me. 😂.
Edit: And NEA leaning left surprises you? The right is in an all out war against education and is one small step from jailing teachers just like Nazi germany. It’s not exactly shocking our biggest union supports the party that isn’t using us as a pawn to distract their dumb voters.
Knineteen t1_j6knoon wrote
Gotta vote the blues in to make sure your union remains strong and your pension is funded.
And you wanted to pretend your voting habits were altruistic in nature. Sneaky snake, indeed!
SneakySnake897 t1_j6knv9z wrote
Nobody being sneaky about it. Of course public school teachers want a strong union and funded pensions. It’s sad and telling you view this as a gotcha.
At no point did I say my voting was altruistic. I literally said I vote for what’s best for me and mine as part of my voting strategy. As does everyone else.
Knineteen t1_j6kozqi wrote
Bloated pensions, outdated tenure, union protection.
Please tell me all about the Nazis when your union exists solely for your own financial benefit; education has nothing to do with it.
SneakySnake897 t1_j6kp58j wrote
Yes yes teachers bad, education bad, vote red!!!!!!!! You have no idea what NEA does or why - you just lookin silly.
Knineteen t1_j6krt35 wrote
It’s always about the education so long as the teachers get their end, right?
Worst teacher in town gets paid the same as the best. Keep voting blues!
SneakySnake897 t1_j6ks1gh wrote
Yes, we care both about education and getting paid. Again, this is surprising to you? And yes, public teacher pay scale is based on experience. We have a severe teacher shortage, so you’re welcome to join up if you think it’s so well paid and easy.
And I will, thanks! What else am I gonna do? Vote for the fascists?
Knineteen t1_j6ksbsb wrote
> And yes, public teacher pay scale is based on experience.
Exactly! It’s based purely on tenured experience and not on performance.
SneakySnake897 t1_j6ksi8e wrote
Super cool story. Since you have literally no idea what you are talking about, I’m gonna say bye Felicia.
Knineteen t1_j6kstfv wrote
Keep debating the person and not their view. I’m sorry my talking points are hitting too close to home for your liking.
SneakySnake897 t1_j6kt4ur wrote
Lol!
MaoWasaLoser t1_j6jhhz1 wrote
Is 75% of being a conservative just not knowing how to read?
The temporary cuts on the gas tax are expiring. They were temporary.