John Fugelsang: Blame Poor People

John Fugelsang Money Quote saying The wealthy get air time to tell the middle-class that everything is the fault of the poor. John Fugelsang said:
 

 

“Rich people pay FOX people to make middle-class people blame poor people” — John Fugelsang

In this quote, John Fugelsang is criticizing how wealthy interests (“rich people”) fund propaganda outlets like Fox News (“FOX people”) to misdirect public anger and resentment.

He argues that Fox and other conservative media try to get middle-class viewers (“middle-class people”) to blame social problems on poorer populations (“poor people”) rather than the policies that actually benefit the rich.

Fugelsang’s point is that certain media aim to divide society by class and direct frustration downward at the most vulnerable, in order to protect the economic and political interests of the wealthy.

The quote suggests the media plays a role in obscuring the true sources of socioeconomic problems and inequality in society.

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John Fugelsang: Xmas Economy

John Fugelsang Money Quote saying Our way of celebrating Christmas depends on buying the same possessions that Jesus renounced. John Fugelsang said:
 

 

“The Christmas Economy depends on people buying possessions to celebrate the birthday of a man who renounced possessions” — John Fugelsang

In this quote, John Fugelsang is pointing out the irony between the Christmas holiday and the commercialism surrounding it. He notes that the modern “Christmas Economy” relies on high levels of consumer spending and gift-giving to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

However, Christ himself renounced material possessions and wealth, living a life of poverty and emphasizing spiritual values over worldly goods.

Fugelsang’s point is that there is a disconnect between the teachings and lifestyle of Jesus, and the heavy emphasis commercial interests place on acquiring possessions and gifts during the Christmas season.

The quote criticizes how Christmas has in many ways become more focused on consumerism and the exchange of items rather than the religious or spiritual meaning of the holiday.

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John Fugelsang: Minimum Wage

John Fugelsang Money Quote saying you need to choose whether you oppose a raise in the minimum wage or be against people who get foodstamps, but not both – unless you are evil. John Fugelsang said:
 

 

“You can oppose raising the minimum 
wage. You can put down people who have to
 go on foodstamps. But if you oppose raising the 
minimum wage & still put down people
 on foodstamps then Satan’s got a 
special party room set up for your
 arrival” — John Fugelsang

In this quote, John Fugelsang is criticizing people who both oppose raising the minimum wage but also disparage those who need food stamps to get by. He argues that if someone does not support increasing the minimum wage, which could help lift some out of poverty and reduce reliance on food assistance, yet still looks down on those receiving food stamps, then they are being hypocritical and cruel.

Fugelsang suggests such a person lacks empathy and compassion, and implies they will face judgment for their stance. His comment uses satirical and provocative language to make the point that simultaneously denying low-income workers a living wage and condemning those in need of help reflects a lack of humanity and goodwill towards the less fortunate.

John Fugelsang: Paying to Incarcerate Poor

John Fugelsang Money Quote saying most of us have probably noticed that a lack of education leads to poverty and finally to jail for poorly educated kids. John Fugelsang said:
 

 

“Ever notice that when you don’t want to pay to educate poor kids you always end up paying to incarcerate poor dropouts?” — John Fugelsang

The quote by John Fugelsang is pointing out that failing to invest in education for poor children often ends up costing more in the long run through incarceration and other social costs.

Specifically, it is suggesting that some who oppose funding education for poor kids will later end up paying higher taxes or public expenditures to imprison those same children if they drop out of school and potentially engage in criminal behavior due to lack of opportunities.

In other words, the quote argues that it is more economically prudent and beneficial for society to pay for children’s education up front rather than dealing with the consequences of undereducation through the criminal justice system in the future.

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John Fugelsang: Karma Wall Around Trump

John Fugelsang Money Quote saying Karma means reaping what you sow and the discontent Trump has sown will grow up around him and wall him in. John Fugelsang said
 

 

Karma’s gonna build a wall around Trump and make him pay for it
— John Fugelsang

In this quote, John Fugelsang is making a sarcastic reference to Donald Trump’s promises to build a border wall and make Mexico pay for it. Fugelsang suggests that the concept of karma or cosmic justice will have its own way of responding to Trump, by metaphorically building a wall around him to keep him confined or restricted, and that Trump himself will ultimately be responsible for paying the consequences of his actions and rhetoric.

The quote uses humor and irony to imply that Trump’s own policies and positions may end up negatively impacting himself in a symbolic form of poetic justice. Fugelsang appears to be predicting that Trump will face future repercussions or comeuppance for his words and deeds through some principle of moral cause and effect.

John Fugelsang: Rich White Tax Cut

John Fugelsang Money Quote saying that tax cuts to rich white guys is being disguised as healthcare reform with a misleading title designed for public consumption. John Fugelsang said:
 

 

“Stop calling it the American Health Care Act and call it what it is – a tax cut by rich white men to other rich white men who don’t need it” — John Fugelsang

John Fugelsang is criticizing the American Health Care Act by characterizing it as a tax cut that primarily benefits wealthy white men rather than improving health care. He suggests the bill is not really about health care reform, but instead is a tax break for those who are already well-off and do not have significant health care needs.

A key part of his criticism is that the tax cuts in the bill will benefit those who can already afford health care the most, rather than helping to make coverage more affordable and accessible for others.

John Fugelsang: Millionaires Healthcare

John Fugelsang Money Quote saying rich republican lawmakers voted to kill Obamacare to kick the poorest Americans off their health care plans and celebrated with Trump in the rose garden Thursday May 8, 2017. John Fugelsang said:
 

 

“House Republicans, millionaires with socialized heath care, celebrate taking healthcare away from non-millionaires” — John Fugelsang

This quote is criticizing House Republicans for advocating to repeal the Affordable Care Act and take away government-provided health insurance from many Americans, while they themselves as members of Congress have government-provided health insurance as a socialized benefit of their jobs as public servants.

The quote suggests it is hypocritical for millionaire Republicans to celebrate depriving non-millionaires of a socialized health care system when they themselves benefit from socialized health care for members of Congress.

House Republicans, millionaires with socialized heath care, celebrate taking healthcare away from non-millionaires. #AHCA

— John Fugelsang (@JohnFugelsang) May 4, 2017

John Fugelsang: Happy Birthday Jesus

John Fugelsang Money Quotation wishing happy Birthday to Jesus while modern day political posturing toward the poor compares to lack of politic by Jesus. John Fugelsang said:
 

 

“Happy Birthday to a guy who never called the poor lazy or fought for the wealthiest Nazarenes to get another tax cut” — John Fugelsang

John Fugelsang is wishing Jesus a happy birthday while contrasting Jesus’ teachings and actions with modern political attitudes. Fugelsang notes that unlike some politicians today, Jesus did not call poor people “lazy” or work to give tax cuts to wealthy people.

The quote references how the Bible depicts Jesus advocating for the poor and vulnerable, rather than prioritizing the rich. It’s a political commentary using Jesus’ life and teachings as a point of comparison for Fugelsang’s views on contemporary economic and social issues.

The reference to “Nazarenes” in the quote is likely a play on words referring to evangelical Christians who support Donald Trump and conservative policies. Given the context of criticizing those who don’t follow King’s economic justice ideals, the quote is probably making a satirical comparison between Trump/conservatives, suggesting Trump has called the poor lazy and advocated tax cuts that benefit the wealthy more than low-income individuals.

Happy Birthday to a guy who never called the poor lazy or fought for the wealthiest Nazarenes to get another tax cut
— John Fugelsang

— John Fugelsang (@JohnFugelsang) December 25, 2012