This time, the North Carolina government wants more money (what else is new?) In this case, legislators who are afraid to be identified from North Carolina are working with Virginia legislators to fine anyone who DARES to cross the state line between the two states.

They hope to steal raise $100 million for each state by adding a $5 fee for crossing the state line (much more for commercial trucks -- and keep in mind that if the trucks have to pay $20 for crossing the state line, that cost WILL be passed on to the consumer in the form of higher prices).

What will they use the money for? Whatever they want. The North Carolina legislature is famous for taking money raised for roads and using it for any other projects they want -- they regularly steal from the highway "trust" fund to put money in the general fund.

So, how much money does it take to run government today? More. Always more.

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