To the Editor:
Only in New Jersey would lawmakers think that roadside memorials need regulating. It makes me wonder what’s next. At a time when our state is in terrible financial shape, these lawmakers want to create a roadside accident memorial program within the state Department of Transportation. This endeavor will turn into another bureaucracy that will further expand our state government. This roadside matter is best left to the victim’s family, the local municipality, and the owner of the property where the accident occurred. There is no need for the state to be involved unless there is a public safety matter that needs their attention.
The lawmakers who want regulations for roadside memorials will gloat, and say, look what we’re doing. Actually, it would be better if they did nothing. Lawmakers, how about finding a way to increase state revenues, reduce expenditures, and finding ways to increase the state’s bond rating?
These lawmakers’ thinking presumes that problems can be solved by getting another layer of government involved. This type of thinking has gotten our state and federal governments in their present, dire financial straits.
Surely these politicians can find something better to do that will benefit the taxpayers of this state. Their line of thinking will continue to ensure that citizens continue to leave this state. It’s time to replace politicians in this state who are married to thinking that more government will solve all our problems. This thinking has simply got to stop.
Cape May – Governor Murphy says he doesn't know anything about the drones and doesn't know what they are doing but he does know that they are not dangerous. Does anyone feel better now?
