We complain about the price of gas, but pay for bottled water that is otherwise free from the tap; WHY?
466699
My point exactly...stop going to starbucks everyday or buy your lunch less often....Gas prices are not all that bad .....
222226
Yep, I'll speculate, they are giving us shit gas. I'ts 2.65 in Wisconsin and only goes half the distance in my car too. There are places where gas isn't treated here, but now are great goverment wants to poison gas across the state. One way of not raising the taxes elsewhere, just buy twice as much gas. Use 2x's the amount-get2x's the tax.
1120593
They are but prices for gas right now are through the roof. Try at least $3.50 for a gallon of gas. Everything is more expensive. There are a lot of locals who don't like tourist/ military here.
397625
In general gas prices are high due to the federal and state taxes piled on each gallon (24% last check).  We would be led to believe the technology does not exist to make other sources viable.  This is probably untrue, but the gas companies may have it all tied up.  The answer is we must push aside the environmental wackos and drill for our OWN oil.  There are thousands of years worth of supply in many parts to the US.  Canada does not buy foreign oil, in fact we buy some of ours from them.  All we need to do is start DRILLING.
306644
The gas prices are absolutley ridiculous.  This is captalism at its worst.  I am not saying I am communist, heck no, but our government needs to change its policy ASAP and make laws that restrict huge, unfair profits for corporations that are making money selling an essential consumer product.  Laws must be made, people NEED gasoline, it isn't an option to most, and it isn't right to have us pay outrageous gas prices, while someone else gets incredibely wealthy.  Unfortunatley, money equals power in this country, and if we don't do something about this we are all going to continue to get screwed over.  Good question!!
302605
Because they can!!!  There are certain thing in our economy that we all have to have and will pay just about anything for.  Think about it....would you pay for overpriced gas or overpriced ice cream, overpriced baby diapers and toilet paper or overpriced magazines and movies.  If you have ever noticed those are the types of things that I think have the biggest price fluctuations because companies know we will just complain but buy anyway.
351725
Fuel - unfortunately my credit card was declined last night when attempting to fill up - good thing I get paid today - and I have other cars with gas in them.\n\nMilk - I have GOT to stop drinking out of the carton\n\nPet Products - This is ridiculous.  If they could just stop pooping...\n\nLaundry Detergent - Do I *really* need my towels to be "snuggly soft"?\n\nTech Support - This is why I started my own business.  I can guarantee I am the most affordable in my area, if not anywhere.\n\nChildren - No explanation necessary.\n\n16 Piece Family Meal With 4 Sides and 4 Medium Drinks - That crap cost me $40 bucks!  Do chickens pay taxes?!\n\nPrinter Ink - Costs almost as much as the printer itself.\n\nInsurance - Why should I pay out the a$$ for something I'm never going to use?!\n\nCDs - It's just going to cause more piracy.\n\nMovie Theater Snacks - How the hell do they justify charging $4.00 for a chili dog?!
1118662
Never!Here in Europe gas is about 5.5 $ per gallon. The problem is not the price of gas. The real issue is having a lifestyle that complies with a sustainable environment. So don't ask yourself about the gas-prices.Ask yourself about how much gas you're use compared to how much gas you should be using
374893
LOL.  You is funny.  Well at the rate that the cost of gas is raising, they might have to bring it in.  \nI've heard of the government (NZ) helping people to get a haircut for a job interview but not helping them get their with petrol vouchers.  How stuffed up is that.
627584
Ain't that the truth?! I acually saw a sign at a gas station the other day that said "I'ts not our fault we're getting screwed too!"
1163091
i hope not. it would screw small busness who get charged a standerd rate for card charges. pluss how would you pay taxi drivers? or the plumber who tightens a nut and call it £3 for the petrol.
652528
Yes, gas prices are horrible. No, I will not tell you where I live.
736385
Although I have not read this book, I do understand the importance of water, and how little of it we really get. Also the quality of the water leaves something to be desired. Weather you drink bottled or tap, you really have to drink a lot, because of all the other things that are in it. Most people walk around "drinking from the toilet" (your bowel). Because when you do not drink enough water your body must get it from somewhere. And despite what most think, you CAN NOT get enough water from sodas, tea, and coffee. I found what I believe to be the best water in the world, it is a filtration system and they even have a sports bottle so you can have GOOD water where ever you go. You can check out the link below to see these things, and please drink more water no matter if it is bottle or tap.
1049515
Services are tangible when they carry a price tag. It is at the discretion of your state whether or not services are taxed. The bottled water question is similar; some states may consider smaller bottles of water as the same type of product as soda, and therefore may impose a "junk food" tax. The gallon jug of water is probably viewed as a staple grocery item, therefore not subject to sales taxes.
353979
It is funny how people complain about the price of gas and then complain when the Pres. tries to do something to lower that cost. Lets here some solutions from the people who grip about everything he attempts to deal with. I have yet to hear a plan that is logical from anyone. Alternative fuels ,yes but where are the people at that are willing to fund the development of these fuels? The president can not force companies to make a new fuel source as that would not be free enterprise. Do you think the oil companies who's profits are way up are really going to work hard to come up with other sources? I would love for the US to go to ethanol but someone with more money than me will have to set up the refineries. This solution he is giving is not enough and I will agree with you there but it will take more than the Pres to fix this problem. I will be honest and say that I could do more to help like take public transportation, quit driving my truck, stop letting the grocery store us plastic bags for my purchases but I like these things. We need to Stop playing the blame game.
633474
Your local water purification center is bound by law to provide you with decent water.  It's silly to buy bottled water unless your tap water has a taste you can't abide.
1181028
Well The government now days are pretty greedy. They need more money to finance the supply for the wars that Bush is pushing his hardest. For example He say's " The gas prices are going up because we need money to supply the troops." I can understand that part but raising gas is not necessary. For other Bills like electric,Cellphone bills and water bills. They are pretty outragous too, Those things could be a lot cheaper but the greedy people who run it want the money. Also doesn't it state in one of the laws that the cost of surviving is free , like Food and water? Then why do they charge money for them? So really your doing really well, your in College and still have time to work two jobs. I admire you, keep up the good work!