Few things do I think should be under the purview of government. However fire is one of those things that can effect everyone, and even with a firetruck on stand by a fire can get out of control and even the best firefighters cannot get it back under control until it has ran its course.

This means a few things to me.

1) you should never stand by and watch a home fire rage, EVER.
2) All communities should have basic taxes covering it with volunteers augmenting the fire service.

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wow

yeah, they should have paid the 75 bucks...money is tight,
people are hurting, struggling just to keep food on the table.

75 bucks seem so miniscule, especially in comparison a family's livelihood and well being.

I think this is sad.

Sad for the family and sad that $75 was more important than people.

One would think that a homeowner would value their home for more than $75. Life is hard, its even harder when your stupid.

With inflation on the rise, insurance costs, taxes, living expenses, child rearing costs, lack of jobs (especialy in these types of communities), and many other factors, sometimes $75 can mean lack of meals, lack of basic utilities (like heat and water) to many!

to Many, they are doing all they can, giving up "basics", just to stay in their homes or try to save their credit ratings.

To some, $75 may as well be $7500!

Where has our basic moralities gone when we worry more about who gets paid, the legalities, or what group will take offense, over the devastation of other "humans" lives?

Soon, we may as well turn our backs on ANYONE in need as "politicaly incorrect"!

We are more worried about foreign countries having "rights" than our own people!

most things the government involves itself in 'can' affect everyone,, its just that everyone doesnt believe it can,,,,

I have never had a fire at my house, why should I pay taxes to put someone elses out,,,,?