Revolution tipping points

[IGBT]

most US states would be better off returning to territory status and reclaim lost sovereignty stolen by federalism.

 

[Capt Caveman]

No, the bridges and tunnels into Manhattan are $6.50 each for cars, and $13 for trucks. Are you saying that $6.50 or $13 = $32? What a world!

I'm not sure why you referred to this as a Long Island issue, since the tolls you're talking about are in and out of the city (which happens to be among the most expensive cities in the world). The Verrazano–Narrows Bridge, which is more expensive, is between Staten Island and Brooklyn, and thus not germane to the overwhelming majority of Long Island residents anyway.

Unfortunately, this retard ignores the facts and will just lie to give himself a boner. Remember, this is the same moron that took the cost of 2 Half-Gallon containers of milk to derive the the cost of a gallon of milk.

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

most US states would be better off returning to territory status and reclaim lost sovereignty stolen by federalism.

While I think that's a stupidly radical idea, it's true that most of the blue states might arguably be better off doing so. The overwhelming majority of the red states, though . . . not so much, since they receive far more in federal benefits than they pay in.

 

[the DRIZZLE]

I don't think you know much about NYC. The only toll that's $13 is for the Verrazano-Narrows bridge, which only services Staten Island. Staten Island is, well, an island. It is the least populous borough of NY, and it's largely residential. The mainstream bridges and tunnels between Manhattan, NJ and Long Island are all $6.50. I would be interested to see usage numbers but I would guess that the majority of the Manhattan bridges and tunnels get more traffic than the Verrazano-Narrows bridge.

Actually the peak rate for GWB and the tunnels is $9.50 with EZpass and $12 if you pay cash.

 

[spidey07]

So having 100 rifle magazines isn't armed to the teeth?

You're a paranoic nut (and troll, and gambling addict). President Obama is no Marxist, and in many respects is more conservative than any number of Republican Presidents. You just listen to too much talk radio. I look forward to seeing this entire board rub your face in it when (as seems more than likely) he is re-elected.

Then you are not ready.

 

[davmat787]

I don't think you know much about NYC. The only toll that's $13 is for the Verrazano-Narrows bridge, which only services Staten Island. Staten Island is, well, an island. It is the least populous borough of NY, and it's largely residential. The mainstream bridges and tunnels between Manhattan, NJ and Long Island are all $6.50. I would be interested to see usage numbers but I would guess that the majority of the Manhattan bridges and tunnels get more traffic than the Verrazano-Narrows bridge.

I've never been to NYC (only east of the Mississippi twice :awe, so I have a quick question for you. You said Staten Island is serviced by the Verrazano bridge, and I believe ferries as well. As you stated, the island is largely residential. So my question: Do the residents have to pay anytime they wish to leave the island? Or is there some sort of dispensation for permanent residents?

Thank you.

 

[IGBT]

Growing wealth widens distance between lawmakers and constituents
Between 1984 and 2009, the median net worth of a member of the House has risen two and a half times, according to a Post analysis of financial disclosures.

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

I've never been to NYC (only east of the Mississippi twice :awe, so I have a quick question for you. You said Staten Island is serviced by the Verrazano bridge, and I believe ferries as well. As you stated, the island is largely residential. So my question: Do the residents have to pay anytime they wish to leave the island? Or is there some sort of dispensation for permanent residents?

Thank you.

I have never lived on SI or known anyone who did, though I have taken the ferry there. I don't think there is any dispensation, and the people on the island have to pay full freight for transportation. I know a lot of NYC policemen live there, as well as a lot of retirees who don't necessarily leave the island on a daily basis.

 

[davmat787]

I have never lived on SI or known anyone who did, though I have taken the ferry there. I don't think there is any dispensation, and the people on the island have to pay full freight for transportation. I know a lot of NYC policemen live there, as well as a lot of retirees who don't necessarily leave the island on a daily basis.

Interesting. Does not seem right that residents would have to pay to get off of, or onto, the island, but that is merely an opinion. Out west, you rarely, if ever, see toll controlled roads or bridges. Of course as I type this the 520 bridge (longest floating bridge) across Lake Washington that connects Seattle and Bellevue just started electronic tolling today. I am not 100% certain, but I think it is for a set period to pay for a second 520 floating bridge that we desperately need.

Thanks for the info.

 

[SilthDraeth]

So having 100 rifle magazines isn't armed to the teeth?

You're a paranoic nut (and troll, and gambling addict). President Obama is no Marxist, and in many respects is more conservative than any number of Republican Presidents. You just listen to too much talk radio. I look forward to seeing this entire board rub your face in it when (as seems more than likely) he is re-elected.

He has 100 of these

And is armed to the teeth with them.

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

He has 100 of these

And is armed to the teeth with them.

If memory serves it was 100 30-round AR magazines. The only reason I didn't say "assault rifle" magazines is that "assault rifle" is kind of a loaded term. (I am a gun owner and not one to demonize military-style rifles.)

 

[Argo]

I've never been to NYC (only east of the Mississippi twice :awe, so I have a quick question for you. You said Staten Island is serviced by the Verrazano bridge, and I believe ferries as well. As you stated, the island is largely residential. So my question: Do the residents have to pay anytime they wish to leave the island? Or is there some sort of dispensation for permanent residents?

Thank you.

It's been a while since I left NYC, but you used to have to pay toll inly one way on Verizano.

 

[EagleKeeper]

Having rolled through NYC on turkey day weekend; tolls are charged in only one direction.
and they do not take plastic - charge you a premium almost as if you are attempting toll avoidance

I think the same may also apply to Staten Island (only visit was in '91 to USCG base)

 

[Macamus Prime]

When the have nots threaten the haves.

Bring it occupiers. Bring it.

The have nots don't want your concrete underground bunker and canned food. Also, all the squirrel meat is yours to keep. Enjoy.

Back on topic: there is also a widespread break down in services. From public to private jobs. People are just doing their jobs and no more. They are no longer extending themselves.

 

[cybrsage]

Interesting. Does not seem right that residents would have to pay to get off of, or onto, the island, but that is merely an opinion. Out west, you rarely, if ever, see toll controlled roads or bridges. Of course as I type this the 520 bridge (longest floating bridge) across Lake Washington that connects Seattle and Bellevue just started electronic tolling today. I am not 100% certain, but I think it is for a set period to pay for a second 520 floating bridge that we desperately need.

Thanks for the info.

The toll will never go away and the new brige will be a toll bridge also. I hope I am wrong, it would be pleasant to be wrong on this.

 

[JTsyo]

Revolution tipping points

With so many hot spots in the country ready to start riots and full scale revolt that will spread across like wild fire.

Like to list them here:

Long Island - $32 to cross bridges

Chicago - Highest Gas prices in country

Alabama - $300 water bills

Some place will always have the highest gas price in the country. I don't see how that would be an issue when we pay a fraction per gallon of what people in other countries pay.

 

[Doppel]

Mcowned forgot being carded for vinegar, $7 milk, and entire houses being stolen.

 

[Doppel]

No, the bridges and tunnels into Manhattan are $6.50 each for cars, and $13 for trucks. Are you saying that $6.50 or $13 = $32? What a world!

You mean you've not been exposed to Mcowen math? He bends the laws of mathematics: http://forums.anandtech.com/showthread.php?t=2212365

 

[bobdole369]

My father lives on Long Island and there is no such thing as a $32 toll there. I would be stunned if there is such a thing as a $32 toll anywhere in the United States.

In south FL I saw $250 parking once. (Boat show - house 1/4 mile from entrance)

Tolls in NYC are VERY expensive. There really are $13 cash price bridge tolls. I can't find $32 to get from LI anywhere though.

 

[gingermeggs]

I talk of no revolution or being armed to the teeth.

But I will be prepared for the coming class war. History is repeating itself all cheered on by the Marxist in the white house.

you wouldn't know what a Marxist is, even if they were injecting you with your required Seds'

your white house is full of THE BANKS Synarchist puppets!

 

[ElFenix]

drive for five!

 

[Sinsear]

The Verrazano is the highest toll. And it is only charged one way. You don't pay a toll the other way.

Dave I live on long island and ther is no $32 toll anywhere for a passenger car.

 

[Sinsear]

Oh yeah, I almost forgot: Dave, you're a liar.

 

[dmcowen674]

Retards

It says bridges as in plural

Try learning how to read

 

[Doppel]

Retards

It says bridges as in plural

Try learning how to read

Mcowned, in original post you said "$32 to cross bridges", which people with Grade 6 and above educations (e.g. everybody except you in this thread, as noted by responses) interpret to mean as "The bridges each cost $32 to cross", which isn't true. So you were extended benefit of the doubt and instead your silly claim against the single highest bridge toll, which also is nowhere near $32. There is simply no way to get a $32 toll other than by travelling multiple bridges and/or the same bridge on and off the island at least twice. If you arrived by $32 adding up all the bridges (you didn't, because Mcowen math isn't real and doesn't work), that's as meaningless as a person adding up all the tolls in the US and saying that's what it costs to drive a car in the US.

As mentioned, the toll is one-way. That means you pay one way and the other way is free.

This is why you are Mcowned. Because you are owned every single time.