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Uncle Sam Says No, You Absolutely Can't Have These Cars

Posted April 11, 2011 8:22 AM

From Wired Top Stories:

We've all looked longingly and lovingly at the auto shows in Europe and Japan and wondered how we might drive some of the awesome cars that don't make it to the states. Turns out, a passport, plane ticket and rental agreement might be the only way.

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04/12/2011 9:35 AM

Wouldn't it be nice if we wanted the FREEDOM to CHOOSE a car that didn't meet federal safety standards that we would have the LIBERTY to make that CHOICE?

On the other hand, I'm SO glad that our government has our best interests at heart even if we aren't smart enough to know it. I'm happy to admit that all these bureaucrats and politicians are so much smarter than me and prevent me from making stupid mistakes.

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04/12/2011 9:55 AM

The 2003 Volkswagon Beetle Ultima Edicion is on the list, and it meets all of the USA safety standards. However, Mexican-built Beetles weren't allowed in the United States if they were younger than 25 years old.

Just who is being taught a lesson punished here? What is the lesson?

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04/12/2011 10:45 AM

Ah but they do not have lobbyist in the pocket of the right politicians. We do have the best money can buy

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04/23/2011 2:04 PM

Uncle Sam has forgotten that He works for US.

Uncle Sam has forgotten that his job is not to take our money and give us rules that we MUST obey.

Uncle Sam has gotten too big for his britches.

Uncle Sam will find out that he is there to serve the will of the people, not the other way around.

The necessary corrections are beginning to take place, 2012 will be critical in helping our beloved Uncle Sam understand his role in society.

Common sense will once again be...........................well,.......common. Can't wait.

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