Dear Editor:
Four hundred years ago, Drago Pogrosski analyzed the actions of the Chinese Dynasty. Among his “Laws of Excess” was one law that dealt with sudden riches and the desire to become a charitable, god-like figure.
Professor Pogrosski noted that the Chinese emperor gave away millions of dollars to the under privileged classes. Alas, it was to no avail. The masses continued to rely on government handouts and became increasingly lazy. The dynasty slowly collapsed!
I received an email recently stating that Hydro One was prepared to supply electricity to anyone, even if they could not pay.
The email notice further stated that Hydro One would provide financial training and guidance for those who were delinquent with their hydro payments.
Firstly, have these beliefs been tested? Were they successful ?
Secondly, I was of the impression that Hydro One was an energy supplier, not a financial institution. We have many other provincial entities that can provide mental and financial help to these people .
On a final note, it would have been prudent and polite to supply the customers of Hydro One, who have consistently paid their bills for decades, the effect of this unilateral gratuity.
Lastly, you may wish to peruse this donor’s position on the Sunshine List.
Jim McClure,
Crieff