Don't be taken for fools
The advertisement and article as submitted by Dr Van Davy (PN, Feb 8) is an insult to the intelligence and self-esteem of the individuals to whom was directed, "pensioners and workers".
Dr Van Davy has shown unequivocally that he is a rabid socialist and more than likely a communist.
His rantings are so full of lies, misrepresentations and propaganda it is difficult to grasp the enormity of his deceit.
A legitimate rebuttal of his claims would occupy more space than this worthy journal could provide.
A simple example of what I am on about:
Dr Davy said: "We pay much more than the wealthy" but a 15 per cent tax on a $500 family budget is $75 per week, ignoring the fact we already pay 10 per cent and a 15 per cent GST may not be a reality.
The fact is the "wealthies" actually pay more GST than the pensioner and the average worker.
More lies and deceit were put out by Labor just prior to the last Federal election.
They said Tony Abbott would cut pensions and tax our investments in order to give people earning $150,000 up to $75,000 every time they had a baby.
In fact, Tony Abbott was elected and these blatant and deceitful claims never eventuated.
I urge all pensioners, self-funded retirees and workers to think for themselves, acquaint themselves with the facts and figures and do not be taken for fools.
Letter, 9 Feb 2016
Colin Williams, Ettalong