John Smith wrote:

Dee:

I differ with that figure, I think it is inflated about half, this is
VERY apparent when tuning the bands... something is OBVIOUSLY wrong with
that figure. I suspect it is like our "unemployment figure" here in the
USA, that ONLY depicts those who are "drawing" unemployment, not those who
have used up their unemployment, only worked part time and are not
eligible, those who have given up on looking for work, etc...

The IRS knows to better accuracy the amount of people
earning W2 income. If they wanted to and allowed to,
they could say that X% of people who paid taxes before
are now unemployed, some out of work for 2 years or more.
And how many people are earning less income than last
year.

Pretty soon I'll be paying income tax again. IE, found
a job commensurate with my education/skills. I start
in 2 weeks. Well, I guess President Bush made good
on his promise to cut my taxes, I paid zero last year.
Though I'd like to have some income....



Ham radio still has another major obstacle than the
code. Antenna restrictions. CCRs and such.