There is a proposal to make state college free for everyone to the tune of $350 billion over the next 10 years. These expenses will be paid by the “most fortunate” among us. That is the term used – I am not sure who it applies to yet.
My daughter will be graduating from nursing school in December- my husband and I have paid for all of her schooling. We saved from the time she was born because we knew no one else would. Her schooling has been expensive, but worth it.
Will I be considered one of the “most fortunate” that now should pay for someone else’s college? I may fall into the group once it is defined. Let’s look at how ‘fortunate’ I have been. Side note- fortunate to me implies I have been lucky and given what I have.
I have been fortunate to have parents that allowed me to live with them when I was getting started in business. I have been fortunate that I have had good training and mentors. The rest is all on me. I have been self employed for 32 years. I work hard, a lot of hours in the office and out of the office; I take on great responsibility with my clients. I happen to love every aspect of my business.
I have also taken responsibility for the decisions and expenses in my life. I have not asked anyone else to pay for my daughter’s college or any of the expenses of life.
I realize some people have not been as “fortunate” as me; however, if those people have drive and ambition, there are other ways they can realize a college education.
I will gladly contribute to any number of charities, but this is my choice. DO not force me to pay for someone else’s college.

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