Compliance With Compassion

ethanol producer Magazine ^ | June 2008 | By Sarah Smith

[Kevin J waldroup]

A surprise visit from the ethanol compliance inspector doesn’t have to be an adversarial event. A Minnesota woman is trying to make her regulatory work educational, proactive and fine-free—wherever possible. Her simple advice is to know your permit’s inclusions and limitations, keep your records organized and up-to-date, and appoint a point person responsible for your plant’s compliance. And, if your plant receives a warning letter, act quickly, cooperate with regulatory authorities and take immediate corrective measures. A lapse in compliance doesn’t have to escalate into a fine

[redpoll]

This reads just like Jonah Goldberg’s vision of American fascism from his book “Liberal Facism.” This is fascism with a smiley face. This article is saying in a very nice way that all you have to do is let the government officials just do what they want, and everything will be all right. The subtext - the government might not choose to be nice if you aren’t nice back - is stated in a pleasant, subtle manner. Remember, the regulators are there to make this country a nice place for children and endangered species. Have a great day!

[piytar]

And how exactly is this different from being a dhimmi under islam? Want “peace”? Submit and comply with a smile, or else. I see NO difference.

[TigersEye]

It sounds like the way the BATF is spun by its apologists. "All you have to do is never make a mistake on your paperwork, jump when they say jump, intuit the proper interpretation of laws that BATF can't understand themselves and there should be no reason for a no-knock raid at 3:AM!"

"We're with the government. We're here to help you!"