Another idea to throw this back at them. Romney should say, “The President is always saying that wealthy Americans should give back a little more. He’s not really talking about giving, but rather about being forced to pay more. However, in the case of Big Bird, he’s got a point. I love PBS, and I’m willing to put my money where my mouth is. I’m writing a check today for $500,000, and I pledge to do so every year. Mr. Obama, it’s time for you and your wealthy liberal backers to do likewise. If you think funding for PBS is so important, then it’s time to give back a little more. Surely for such a worthy cause, you would have no problem opening up your checkbook and encouraging your backers to do so as well, right?”
I would amend that dream statement Romney should make to this :
I love PBS, and I’m willing to put my money where my mouth is. I’m writing a check today for $500,000, and I pledge to do so every year IF THEY PROMISE TO QUIT BEING SUBSIDIZED BY TAX PAYERS.
(now that would be for emphasis).