As public policy, Take Back Our Time will only keep clock ticking
I read the column “The New Pursuit of Happiness” [NWThursday, April 22] and was astounded by how much progressives do not like this country.
Many progressive want to put down the United State’s success and then implement public policy to slowdown our successes. If they and groups such as Take Back Our Time want to work less and pursue other passions, then by all means do it —just do not request it to become a public policy.
Our great nation was built with an adventurer’s dreams, pioneering spirit, innovative entrepreneurship and the greatest work ethics in the world. We do not need public policies to make us happy. Do not worry about how I live my life.
The United States uses its wealth to allow our citizens to spend more time doing volunteer work and contributing more to world charity efforts than any other country. If we were not a rich in finances and caring people, this world could not count on as much assistance as it gets.
I am not saying the Take Back Our Time is not a good idea, but it is a private choice and not for public policy.
— Todd Welch, Everett