White House shuts out Herald scribe - BostonHerald.com
"The White House Press Office has refused to give the Boston Herald full access to President Obama’s Boston fund-raiser today, in e-mails objecting to the newspaper’s front page placement of a Mitt Romney op-ed, saying pool reporters are chosen based on whether they cover the news “fairly.”"
Gangster government tells da media who's boss!
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
USPS warns of default on retiree benefits
Federal News Radio 1500 AM: USPS warns of default on retiree benefits
"The Postal Service will begin to default on its financial obligations just over four months from now unless Congress takes action to relieve it of its obligation to pre-fund retiree health care accounts, its leader told lawmakers Tuesday."
In other words, "everything will be just fine if only you'll allow us to borrow more money from your grandchildren".
"The Postal Service will begin to default on its financial obligations just over four months from now unless Congress takes action to relieve it of its obligation to pre-fund retiree health care accounts, its leader told lawmakers Tuesday."
In other words, "everything will be just fine if only you'll allow us to borrow more money from your grandchildren".
Muskegon Township, fortu PowerCell reach development agreement for battery plant
Muskegon Township, fortu PowerCell reach development agreement for battery plant MLive.com
"Fortu states that, as part of its 2010 tax credit agreement with the state that made the project possible, it won't discriminate against union contractors"
What the heck does that mean?
Yu gotta problem wit dat?
"Fortu states that, as part of its 2010 tax credit agreement with the state that made the project possible, it won't discriminate against union contractors"
What the heck does that mean?
Yu gotta problem wit dat?
Michigan Irish Music Festival announces 2011 headliners
Michigan Irish Music Festival announces 2011 headliners [video] MLive.com
"Organizers of the Michigan Irish Music Festival have announced three headlining bands direct from Ireland for this year's festivities."
Maybe these organizers ought to take control of Summer Celebration?
"Organizers of the Michigan Irish Music Festival have announced three headlining bands direct from Ireland for this year's festivities."
Maybe these organizers ought to take control of Summer Celebration?
Soaring gas prices prompt surge in mo-ped sales
Soaring gas prices prompt surge in mo-ped sales MLive.com
Nice happy-feely article on the joys of high gasoline prices and mo-peds.
The "high gas prices force innocent citizens onto mo-peds. Women and children hurt most" headline saved for a republican administration.
Nice happy-feely article on the joys of high gasoline prices and mo-peds.
The "high gas prices force innocent citizens onto mo-peds. Women and children hurt most" headline saved for a republican administration.
The 2012 GOP guide to the climate debate
The 2012 GOP guide to the climate debate The Daily Caller
"science doesn’t work on a consensus basis.
We don’t accept that the Earth revolves around the Sun because most scientists, or a group of scientists, have agreed to say so.
Science is driven by data, not groupthink."
"science doesn’t work on a consensus basis.
We don’t accept that the Earth revolves around the Sun because most scientists, or a group of scientists, have agreed to say so.
Science is driven by data, not groupthink."
Monday, May 16, 2011
Muslims to push for sharia
Muslims to push for sharia The Australian
"THE nation's peak Muslim group is using the Gillard government's re-embracing of multiculturalism to push for the introduction of sharia in Australia, but it says it would be a more moderate variety of Islamic law that fits with Australian values"
Watch out, it's on the way here!
"THE nation's peak Muslim group is using the Gillard government's re-embracing of multiculturalism to push for the introduction of sharia in Australia, but it says it would be a more moderate variety of Islamic law that fits with Australian values"
Watch out, it's on the way here!
Recount in Orchard View sought by candidate who lost by one vote
Recount in Orchard View sought by candidate who lost by one vote MLive.com
"An Orchard View school board candidate who lost by one vote has asked for a recount of some of the ballots cast in the May 3 election."
Next time you think your vote doesn't count, remember this.
"An Orchard View school board candidate who lost by one vote has asked for a recount of some of the ballots cast in the May 3 election."
Next time you think your vote doesn't count, remember this.
Geithner halts investments in 2 gov't pensions
My Way News - Geithner halts investments in 2 gov't pensions
"The nation has reached its debt limit because the federal government has grown accustomed to borrowing massive amounts of money.
The latest estimate is that it borrows 40 cents for every dollar it spends."
What's the democrat plan to stop spending what we don't have?
"The nation has reached its debt limit because the federal government has grown accustomed to borrowing massive amounts of money.
The latest estimate is that it borrows 40 cents for every dollar it spends."
What's the democrat plan to stop spending what we don't have?
Why Don't We Hear About Soros' Ties to Over 30 Major News Organizations?
Why Don't We Hear About Soros' Ties to Over 30 Major News Organizations? - FoxNews.com
"Soros, who spent $27 million trying to defeat President Bush in 2004, has ties to more than 30 mainstream news outlets – including The New York Times, Washington Post, the Associated Press, NBC and ABC."
This answer is very frightening.
"Soros, who spent $27 million trying to defeat President Bush in 2004, has ties to more than 30 mainstream news outlets – including The New York Times, Washington Post, the Associated Press, NBC and ABC."
This answer is very frightening.
Ruling keeps judge on fake Tea Party case
Ruling keeps judge on fake Tea Party case detnews.com The Detroit News
"Bauer and McGuinness remain free on bond on the charges, felonies punishable by up to 14 years in prison. A pretrial hearing is scheduled for May 18 before Alexander."
Imagine the media coverage if the GOPers tried this disgusting stunt.
And the left isn't done yet.
Be ever vigilant!
"Bauer and McGuinness remain free on bond on the charges, felonies punishable by up to 14 years in prison. A pretrial hearing is scheduled for May 18 before Alexander."
Imagine the media coverage if the GOPers tried this disgusting stunt.
And the left isn't done yet.
Be ever vigilant!
Anatomy of How to Kill a Tax Hike
Anatomy of How to Kill a Tax Hike [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The proposal would also have raised the cap on the city’s taxing authority set by the 1978 Headlee Amendment in the state constitution, which caps property taxes.
Pollard says his group was out on the streets talking to people and putting up bright red “Vote NO” signs around town.
He says all he had to do to get voters to change their minds was show them how confusing the ballot language actually was.
He doesn’t feel the city is being honest with how they would use the new money."
When the people see the facts, liberty and justice are the winners!
"The proposal would also have raised the cap on the city’s taxing authority set by the 1978 Headlee Amendment in the state constitution, which caps property taxes.
Pollard says his group was out on the streets talking to people and putting up bright red “Vote NO” signs around town.
He says all he had to do to get voters to change their minds was show them how confusing the ballot language actually was.
He doesn’t feel the city is being honest with how they would use the new money."
When the people see the facts, liberty and justice are the winners!
Boeing and the Union Berlin Wall
Boeing and the Union Berlin Wall - WSJ.com
"As of today there are 22 right-to-work states and 28 union-shop states.
Over the past decade (2000-09) the right-to-work states grew faster in nearly every respect than their union-shop counterparts"
The path to prosperity is easy.
Some just won't walk the walk.
"As of today there are 22 right-to-work states and 28 union-shop states.
Over the past decade (2000-09) the right-to-work states grew faster in nearly every respect than their union-shop counterparts"
The path to prosperity is easy.
Some just won't walk the walk.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Wearing Only a Smile, Nudists Seek Out the Young and the Naked
Wearing Only a Smile, Nudists Seek Out the Young and the Naked - WSJ.com
"That's good news to the nudist resort industry, which is desperate for young nudists like Ms. Bartoletti to augment its clientele of graying baby boomers."
So the old nudists want to see more young nudists.
Who'd of guessed!
"That's good news to the nudist resort industry, which is desperate for young nudists like Ms. Bartoletti to augment its clientele of graying baby boomers."
So the old nudists want to see more young nudists.
Who'd of guessed!
MSNBC Airs Highly-Edited 2002 Video of Bush Saying 'I'm Not That Concerned About Bin Laden'
MSNBC Airs Highly-Edited 2002 Video of Bush Saying 'I'm Not That Concerned About Bin Laden' NewsBusters.org
"According to LexisNexis, similarly edited clips of this press conference have been aired on MSNBC eleven times since bin Laden's death. Besides Matthews on Tuesday, such snippets were shown four times on 'The Last Word,' and twice each on 'MSNBC Live,' 'The Rachel Maddow Show,' and 'The Ed Show.'
Readers are advised that MSNBC only transcribes its weekday programs during extended prime time."
More lies from the left.
Keep up with what they say.
And spread the truth!
"According to LexisNexis, similarly edited clips of this press conference have been aired on MSNBC eleven times since bin Laden's death. Besides Matthews on Tuesday, such snippets were shown four times on 'The Last Word,' and twice each on 'MSNBC Live,' 'The Rachel Maddow Show,' and 'The Ed Show.'
Readers are advised that MSNBC only transcribes its weekday programs during extended prime time."
More lies from the left.
Keep up with what they say.
And spread the truth!
Four Dems vote 'present' on honoring Bin Laden mission
Four Dems vote 'present' on honoring Bin Laden mission - TheHill.com
"The vote wasn’t unanimous, however. Four liberal Democrats – Reps. Dennis Kucinich (Ohio), Barbara Lee (Calif.), Pete Stark (Calif.) and Lynn Woolsey (Calif.) – voted “present” on the measure, which was offered as an amendment to an intelligence authorization bill."
Yes, there is a difference between the democrat party and the republican party.
"The vote wasn’t unanimous, however. Four liberal Democrats – Reps. Dennis Kucinich (Ohio), Barbara Lee (Calif.), Pete Stark (Calif.) and Lynn Woolsey (Calif.) – voted “present” on the measure, which was offered as an amendment to an intelligence authorization bill."
Yes, there is a difference between the democrat party and the republican party.
Raid Preparedness Training - Muskegon Area, Michigan (1)
Raid Preparedness Training - Muskegon Area, Michigan (1)
"Tuesday, May 17 · 7:30pm - 9:30pm
LocationMuskegon Community College, Overbrook Theater, 221 S. Quarterline Road, Muskegon, MI
More InfoThe Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and local law enforcement agencies continue to raid medical cannabis providers around the country, even if their conduct is legal under state law and complies with all regulations.
Over the past few months there have been raids on doctors, dispensing centers, and patient’s homes.
Medical cannabis providers and patients need to prepare themselves, both mentally and operationally, for a raid until federal law is harmonized with state law and state laws are fully implemented.
Learn how to prepare in advance, how to stay safe when law enforcement shows up, and what may happen to you afterwards.
To help the community prepare, Americans For Safe Access will be holding a Raid Preparedness Training hosted by Executive Director Steph Sherer.
Preparing for a raid does not have to be an exercise in paranoia. In fact, knowing that you are as prepared as you can be may ease anxiety.
Stay safe and prepared!"
Interesting how organized this group is!
"Tuesday, May 17 · 7:30pm - 9:30pm
LocationMuskegon Community College, Overbrook Theater, 221 S. Quarterline Road, Muskegon, MI
More InfoThe Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and local law enforcement agencies continue to raid medical cannabis providers around the country, even if their conduct is legal under state law and complies with all regulations.
Over the past few months there have been raids on doctors, dispensing centers, and patient’s homes.
Medical cannabis providers and patients need to prepare themselves, both mentally and operationally, for a raid until federal law is harmonized with state law and state laws are fully implemented.
Learn how to prepare in advance, how to stay safe when law enforcement shows up, and what may happen to you afterwards.
To help the community prepare, Americans For Safe Access will be holding a Raid Preparedness Training hosted by Executive Director Steph Sherer.
Preparing for a raid does not have to be an exercise in paranoia. In fact, knowing that you are as prepared as you can be may ease anxiety.
Stay safe and prepared!"
Interesting how organized this group is!
Allahu Akbar
Allahu Akbar
"No sooner does a Yemeni Muslim begin hammering on the cockpit door shouting “Allahu Akbar”, then the media speculates that he must have gotten confused looking for the bathroom."
"No sooner does a Yemeni Muslim begin hammering on the cockpit door shouting “Allahu Akbar”, then the media speculates that he must have gotten confused looking for the bathroom."
How the $8,000 Tax Credit Cost Home Buyers $15,000
How the $8,000 Tax Credit Cost Home Buyers $15,000 - SmartMoney.com
"The government's recent $8,000 cash incentive for first-time home buyers has proved even more costly for recipients than for taxpayers, according to data released Monday.
Typical buyers have lost twice as much to price declines as they received from the program.
The median home value fell to about $170,000 in March from $185,000 a year earlier, according to Zillow.com.
That means a buyer who closed on a house just before the tax-credit program expired in April 2010 collected $8,000 but has since lost $15,000 in value.
Those who bought earlier in the program have done worse; the median price is down $20,000 from March 2009.....
The credit wasn't great for taxpayers, either.
IRS says it paid $26 billion in home buyer credits in 2009 and 2010, enough to cover the maximum $8,000 credit for more than 3 million buyers.
(It says at least $513 million went for fraudulent claims. Some claimants hadn't bought houses. Some filed twice. Some were under age 18 or incarcerated.)"
"The government's recent $8,000 cash incentive for first-time home buyers has proved even more costly for recipients than for taxpayers, according to data released Monday.
Typical buyers have lost twice as much to price declines as they received from the program.
The median home value fell to about $170,000 in March from $185,000 a year earlier, according to Zillow.com.
That means a buyer who closed on a house just before the tax-credit program expired in April 2010 collected $8,000 but has since lost $15,000 in value.
Those who bought earlier in the program have done worse; the median price is down $20,000 from March 2009.....
The credit wasn't great for taxpayers, either.
IRS says it paid $26 billion in home buyer credits in 2009 and 2010, enough to cover the maximum $8,000 credit for more than 3 million buyers.
(It says at least $513 million went for fraudulent claims. Some claimants hadn't bought houses. Some filed twice. Some were under age 18 or incarcerated.)"
Liberal Think Tank Fails Statistics | The Foundry
Liberal Think Tank Fails Statistics The Foundry:
"The chart, seen to the right, purports to show that the next decade’s deficits are entirely the result of the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts, wars, bailouts, recession, and stimulus.
Their methodology fails statistics 101."
Liberal lies and the liberals who spread those lies.
Read this.
Be prepared!
"The chart, seen to the right, purports to show that the next decade’s deficits are entirely the result of the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts, wars, bailouts, recession, and stimulus.
Their methodology fails statistics 101."
Liberal lies and the liberals who spread those lies.
Read this.
Be prepared!
Friday, May 13, 2011
Ex.-Sen. Thompson joins popular vote project
Ex.-Sen. Thompson joins popular vote project - chicagotribune.com
"Former Sen. Fred Thompson of Tennessee has been named a co-champion of the nonpartisan National Popular Vote campaign.
The project is promoting reform of the Electoral College by stressing popular votes instead of the winner-takes-all system according to state."
Not good.
I even thought he would make a good candidate.
Another reason to fully vet anyone we would consider for President.
"Former Sen. Fred Thompson of Tennessee has been named a co-champion of the nonpartisan National Popular Vote campaign.
The project is promoting reform of the Electoral College by stressing popular votes instead of the winner-takes-all system according to state."
Not good.
I even thought he would make a good candidate.
Another reason to fully vet anyone we would consider for President.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Michigan Cops Cage Caped Crusader In Bizarre Rooftop Incident
"A Michigan man dressed in a Batman costume was arrested early this morning after cops found him hanging off the ledge of a building"
On The Eve Of Huge Speech, WSJ Delivers A Devastating Mitt Romney Takedown
On The Eve Of Huge Speech, WSJ Delivers A Devastating Mitt Romney Takedown
"What is surprising is that the WSJ -- which you'd think might overlook that in Romney's case, given their general common ideologies -- would pulverize him on the subject."
"What is surprising is that the WSJ -- which you'd think might overlook that in Romney's case, given their general common ideologies -- would pulverize him on the subject."
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
From the comments: Fighting for education funding | MLive.com
From the comments: Fighting for education funding MLive.com
"Commenter equality believes no cuts are acceptable.
If we value education, no cuts are acceptable.
Period.
Schools have already been cutting for ten years -- many critical programs have been eliminated.
When asked recently at a public forum if he would vote for cuts, the only thing Senator Hansen would say is 'There will be cuts.'
He repeated it several times without indicating how he would vote.
We also cannot further cut funding to our public colleges and universities -- our students are already buried in debt at graduation.
Close tax loopholes to oil and gas companies.
Straighten out our regressive tax code.
But don't cut education.
The Chronicle should be demanding this."
The liberal mind is almost childlike when it comes to money.
When they take the last drop and there is no more they have a temper tantrum.
The tea partiers seem to be the only adults in the room.
"Commenter equality believes no cuts are acceptable.
If we value education, no cuts are acceptable.
Period.
Schools have already been cutting for ten years -- many critical programs have been eliminated.
When asked recently at a public forum if he would vote for cuts, the only thing Senator Hansen would say is 'There will be cuts.'
He repeated it several times without indicating how he would vote.
We also cannot further cut funding to our public colleges and universities -- our students are already buried in debt at graduation.
Close tax loopholes to oil and gas companies.
Straighten out our regressive tax code.
But don't cut education.
The Chronicle should be demanding this."
The liberal mind is almost childlike when it comes to money.
When they take the last drop and there is no more they have a temper tantrum.
The tea partiers seem to be the only adults in the room.
School board candidate loses election because she didn't vote for herself; calls not voting a 'dumb move'
School board candidate loses election because she didn't vote for herself; calls not voting a 'dumb move' MLive.com
"BURTON, Michigan — One vote was all Burton resident Lisa Osborn needed to win a seat on the Bentley Board of Education.
She didn’t get any, not even one from herself."
"BURTON, Michigan — One vote was all Burton resident Lisa Osborn needed to win a seat on the Bentley Board of Education.
She didn’t get any, not even one from herself."
Tax the rich, Feed the poor, ‘Til there are No rich no more
Tax the rich, Feed the poor, ‘Til there are No rich no more NetRight Daily
"An incredible 15.5 million of these tax filers actually received more money in a refund than was paid in by either themselves or their employers through various payroll taxes.
These working Americans did not ask for a welfare handout, but the tax code is written to pay extra money to people who federal lawmakers have determined don’t make enough money on their own.
In doing so, the federal government has created a whole new welfare class, a working welfare class."
"An incredible 15.5 million of these tax filers actually received more money in a refund than was paid in by either themselves or their employers through various payroll taxes.
These working Americans did not ask for a welfare handout, but the tax code is written to pay extra money to people who federal lawmakers have determined don’t make enough money on their own.
In doing so, the federal government has created a whole new welfare class, a working welfare class."
Best alternative to grad school
Best alternative to grad school Penelope Trunk
"I've spent three years writing about how graduate school is a waste of time and money (yes, business school and law school too).
So now when radio and TV producers need someone to bitch about graduate school, they call me.
Here I am on NPR today.
I don’t usually post my interviews, but this one is notable because I completely lost patience for people still defending grad school.
It’s so clear, even to defenders of grad school, that grad school is a bad financial decision, that this guy has resorted to saying that you need to go to grad school to be a good person.
Of course, I went nuts on him."
"I've spent three years writing about how graduate school is a waste of time and money (yes, business school and law school too).
So now when radio and TV producers need someone to bitch about graduate school, they call me.
Here I am on NPR today.
I don’t usually post my interviews, but this one is notable because I completely lost patience for people still defending grad school.
It’s so clear, even to defenders of grad school, that grad school is a bad financial decision, that this guy has resorted to saying that you need to go to grad school to be a good person.
Of course, I went nuts on him."
Climate Change: an emetic fallacy
Climate Change: an emetic fallacy – Telegraph Blogs
"The big difference between this and almost any other Climate Change conference is that it was the first – in Britain, anyway, so far as I know – to field a solid team of scientists from both sides of the debate."
"The big difference between this and almost any other Climate Change conference is that it was the first – in Britain, anyway, so far as I know – to field a solid team of scientists from both sides of the debate."
'Eat your broccoli': Moms demand it. Can government?
'Eat your broccoli': Moms demand it. Can government? - USATODAY.com
"'If you were to allow Congress to force the purchase of health insurance on the private market,' he said, 'you would therefore have to allow Congress to regulate the food industry to force certain kinds of food to be consumed.'"
"'If you were to allow Congress to force the purchase of health insurance on the private market,' he said, 'you would therefore have to allow Congress to regulate the food industry to force certain kinds of food to be consumed.'"
Killing Manufacturing
The American Spectator : Killing Manufacturing
"One of the greatest threats facing our country today doesn't come from outside our borders.
It's not the possibility of a terrorist attack.
It is not the continually increasing illegal immigration across our southern border.
It's not even the likelihood of a disrupted oil supply.
The greatest problem we face is the self-imposed cost and regulatory burden placed on the development of manufacturing businesses."
"One of the greatest threats facing our country today doesn't come from outside our borders.
It's not the possibility of a terrorist attack.
It is not the continually increasing illegal immigration across our southern border.
It's not even the likelihood of a disrupted oil supply.
The greatest problem we face is the self-imposed cost and regulatory burden placed on the development of manufacturing businesses."
Has the internet finally killed the U.S. Postal Service? Agency reports $2BILLION loss in just three months
Has the internet finally killed the U.S. Postal Service? Agency reports $2BILLION loss in just three months Mail Online
"The Postal Service is continuing to haemorrhage money - $2billion over the first three months of 2011, to be exact."
"The Postal Service is continuing to haemorrhage money - $2billion over the first three months of 2011, to be exact."
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
The $39 Billion Bill for 'One of the Best Public Pensions Around'
The $39 Billion Bill for 'One of the Best Public Pensions Around' [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The first sentence of the official handbook produced by the state of Michigan for teachers and other public school employees says the following about their pension plan: “As a member of Michigan’s Public School Employees Retirement System, you are eligible for one of the best public pensions around.”"
As a (forced) member of Michigan's Public School Employees Retirement System taxpayers, you are required to contribute to one of the most expensive public pensions around".
Pretty simple.
They take.
We pay.
They take more.....
"The first sentence of the official handbook produced by the state of Michigan for teachers and other public school employees says the following about their pension plan: “As a member of Michigan’s Public School Employees Retirement System, you are eligible for one of the best public pensions around.”"
As a (forced) member of Michigan's Public School Employees Retirement System taxpayers, you are required to contribute to one of the most expensive public pensions around".
Pretty simple.
They take.
We pay.
They take more.....
Ill. lawmaker says raising obese kids should cost parents at tax time
Ill. lawmaker says raising obese kids should cost parents at tax time
"lawmaker says parents who have obese children should lose their state tax deduction.
'It's the parents' responsibility that have obese kids,' said state Sen. Shane Cultra, R-Onarga.
'Take the tax deduction away for parents that have obese kids.'"
This is why GOPers lose elections.
Big government idiot!
"lawmaker says parents who have obese children should lose their state tax deduction.
'It's the parents' responsibility that have obese kids,' said state Sen. Shane Cultra, R-Onarga.
'Take the tax deduction away for parents that have obese kids.'"
This is why GOPers lose elections.
Big government idiot!
Muskegon County Road Commission board vacancy filled by Muskegon Heights firefighter, not tea partier
Muskegon Taxpayers Alliance: Muskegon County Road Commission board vacancy filled by Muskegon Heights firefighter, not tea partier
"Violate your own rules.
Change the rules in the middle of the game.
Have no clue what your own policies are.
Business as usual in our broken county.
$100 million dollars in unfunded pension and health benefits, that's Muskegon dudes!"
"Violate your own rules.
Change the rules in the middle of the game.
Have no clue what your own policies are.
Business as usual in our broken county.
$100 million dollars in unfunded pension and health benefits, that's Muskegon dudes!"
Former state representative to conduct financial forum at Whitehall library
Former state representative to conduct financial forum at Whitehall library MLive.com
"Valentine's presentation is expected to examine policy decisions and legislation from the past decade.
She said the “financial crisis has been 10 years in the making because of tax cuts, tax credits and loopholes which enabled big businesses to avoid paying their fair share.”"
Nancy will tell us how the few remaining businesses in Michigan are ripping off the public.
Let's tell Nancy what we think of her anti-business attack!
She's running hard for something, state rep. against Holly Hughes I'd suspect.
Try to make this meeting!
"Valentine's presentation is expected to examine policy decisions and legislation from the past decade.
She said the “financial crisis has been 10 years in the making because of tax cuts, tax credits and loopholes which enabled big businesses to avoid paying their fair share.”"
Nancy will tell us how the few remaining businesses in Michigan are ripping off the public.
Let's tell Nancy what we think of her anti-business attack!
She's running hard for something, state rep. against Holly Hughes I'd suspect.
Try to make this meeting!
SEIU drops mask, goes full commie
Zombie » SEIU drops mask, goes full commie
"A May Day rally in Los Angeles, co-sponsored by the SEIU and various communist groups, as well as other unions, reflected yet another step in the normalization of self-identified communist and socialist ideologies in the Obama era.
Not only did the SEIU help to organize the rally in conjunction with communists, they marched side-by-side with communists, while union members carried communist flags, communists carried union signs, and altogether there was no real way to tell the two apart."
"A May Day rally in Los Angeles, co-sponsored by the SEIU and various communist groups, as well as other unions, reflected yet another step in the normalization of self-identified communist and socialist ideologies in the Obama era.
Not only did the SEIU help to organize the rally in conjunction with communists, they marched side-by-side with communists, while union members carried communist flags, communists carried union signs, and altogether there was no real way to tell the two apart."
A “Third Income Tax” To Fund Public Education?
A “Third Income Tax” To Fund Public Education? - Austin Hill - Townhall Conservative
"As Gina Rodriquez, vice president of the California Taxpayers Association noted, this would pit “school district against school district.”"
That has not stopped schools from taxing whenever or wherever that can.
"As Gina Rodriquez, vice president of the California Taxpayers Association noted, this would pit “school district against school district.”"
That has not stopped schools from taxing whenever or wherever that can.
Synthetic turf at Hackley Stadium pulled off August ballot
Synthetic turf at Hackley Stadium pulled off August ballot MLive.com
"But school board and foundation board members alike became uneasy with the prospect of asking district residents to pay for stadium improvements in a time when so many are struggling with unemployment and underemployment."
My golly!
How did ANYONE ever play outside games before artificial grass?
"But school board and foundation board members alike became uneasy with the prospect of asking district residents to pay for stadium improvements in a time when so many are struggling with unemployment and underemployment."
My golly!
How did ANYONE ever play outside games before artificial grass?
Gallup poll sees growing support for third party in GOP, Tea Party
Gallup poll sees growing support for third party in GOP, Tea Party - The Hill's Blog Briefing Room
"A majority of Republicans said for the first time that a third party was needed in American politics,"
The republican party can't possible lose to BarryO'Carter again....could it?
You betcha, if the country club moderates take over.
"A majority of Republicans said for the first time that a third party was needed in American politics,"
The republican party can't possible lose to BarryO'Carter again....could it?
You betcha, if the country club moderates take over.
Muskegon County group whittles proposals for county board size to nine or 11
Muskegon County group whittles proposals for county board size to nine or 11 MLive.com
"The apportionment commission is expected to make a final decision at its 1 p.m. Wednesday meeting at the Hall of Justice, 990 Terrace."
LAST CHANCE!
"The apportionment commission is expected to make a final decision at its 1 p.m. Wednesday meeting at the Hall of Justice, 990 Terrace."
LAST CHANCE!
Another Nail In the Keynesian Coffin
RealClearMarkets - Another Nail In the Keynesian Coffin
"The BEA reported that its first estimate of 1Q2011 real GDP growth was 1.8%.
This represented a dramatic fall from 4Q2010 growth of 3.1%.
What no one seems to have noticed is that the slowdown occurred in the face of another large dose of Keynesian stimulus"
"The BEA reported that its first estimate of 1Q2011 real GDP growth was 1.8%.
This represented a dramatic fall from 4Q2010 growth of 3.1%.
What no one seems to have noticed is that the slowdown occurred in the face of another large dose of Keynesian stimulus"
Monday, May 09, 2011
Moore’s Law Lives: the Future Is Still Alive
Pajamas Media » Moore’s Law Lives: the Future Is Still Alive
"put simply, Intel Corp. announced Wednesday that Moore’s Law isn’t going to end anytime soon.
Because of that, your life and the lives of your children and grandchildren are going to be a whole lot better than they might have been."
"put simply, Intel Corp. announced Wednesday that Moore’s Law isn’t going to end anytime soon.
Because of that, your life and the lives of your children and grandchildren are going to be a whole lot better than they might have been."
Chris Wallace Bin Laden Waterboarding
Chris Wallace Bin Laden Waterboarding Bin Laden Unarmed Video Mediaite
"Why is it legal and “proper” to shoot an unarmed man in the face, while enhanced interrogation methods, such as waterboarding, are deemed improper?
You might recall, in fact, that waterboarding was banned by President Barack Obama back in January of 2009"
"Why is it legal and “proper” to shoot an unarmed man in the face, while enhanced interrogation methods, such as waterboarding, are deemed improper?
You might recall, in fact, that waterboarding was banned by President Barack Obama back in January of 2009"
How to Make PBS Pledge Week Even More Insufferable
How to Make PBS Pledge Week Even More Insufferable - By Mark Steyn - The Corner - National Review Online
"Of course.
If you look at these decisions in toto – from “climate change” to “public service broadcasting” – we are about two judges away from having the entire program of leftist conventional wisdom ruled a state church."
"Of course.
If you look at these decisions in toto – from “climate change” to “public service broadcasting” – we are about two judges away from having the entire program of leftist conventional wisdom ruled a state church."
Sunday, May 08, 2011
Local Police/Fire Millage Votes Show Local Politicians’ Bad Faith
Local Police/Fire Millage Votes Show Local Politicians’ Bad Faith [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
Yes, they do!
Cuz they can.
Until we stand up to the bullies.
Yes, they do!
Cuz they can.
Until we stand up to the bullies.
Inevitability of Greek Default on Sovereign Debt
Instapundit » Blog Archive » Inevitability of Greek Default on Sovereign Debt
“The trading patterns of Greek bonds indicate that traders expect a restructuring, and they think it will be messy.”
And note to International Business Transactions law students – choice of law and forum clauses matter. “Greece’s negotiating position is improved by the fact that about 90 percent of its outstanding bonds specify that Greek law will determine any disputes — and of course Greece can change its laws if needed.”"
It seems the Greeks are taking a page from Barry's rules of finance.
“The trading patterns of Greek bonds indicate that traders expect a restructuring, and they think it will be messy.”
And note to International Business Transactions law students – choice of law and forum clauses matter. “Greece’s negotiating position is improved by the fact that about 90 percent of its outstanding bonds specify that Greek law will determine any disputes — and of course Greece can change its laws if needed.”"
It seems the Greeks are taking a page from Barry's rules of finance.
The U.S. Coast Guard orders some boat operators to allow fewer passengers as people gain weight
The U.S. Coast Guard orders some boat operators to allow fewer passengers as people gain weight. - chicagotribune.com
"starting in December, the Coast Guard will require passenger boats to increase the average weight of passengers to 185 pounds from 160 pounds."
The Coast Guard must never have visited Muskegon.....
"starting in December, the Coast Guard will require passenger boats to increase the average weight of passengers to 185 pounds from 160 pounds."
The Coast Guard must never have visited Muskegon.....
Philippine city holds mass circumcision for youths
Philippine city holds mass circumcision for youths - Yahoo! News
"'I'm a big boy now,' one boy who had just finished the surgery bragged."
"'I'm a big boy now,' one boy who had just finished the surgery bragged."
Crazifornia: California leads the nation … in failure
Crazifornia: California leads the nation … in failure The Daily Caller
"At least Californians who live in Riverside County will be getting some relief from the public employee pension crisis.
No, the county hasn’t successfully shut down employee demands; rather, it’s shut up its board of supervisors.
The supervisors just voted 3-2 that they should avoid publicly discussing the details of ongoing talks with the county’s unions, including not telling the public what they’d like to see happen at the negotiating table.
The two supervisors who have been most vocal about having to curb the rising cost of public employee pensions voted against the measure, while the three who voted for it tried to explain how they’re not muzzling the public debate"
Amazing!
Muskegon's county commissioners have NEVER publically discussed public union details before or AFTER the contracts are signed.
Just silence from those elected and given the responsibility....and the compensation to represent the citizens.
"At least Californians who live in Riverside County will be getting some relief from the public employee pension crisis.
No, the county hasn’t successfully shut down employee demands; rather, it’s shut up its board of supervisors.
The supervisors just voted 3-2 that they should avoid publicly discussing the details of ongoing talks with the county’s unions, including not telling the public what they’d like to see happen at the negotiating table.
The two supervisors who have been most vocal about having to curb the rising cost of public employee pensions voted against the measure, while the three who voted for it tried to explain how they’re not muzzling the public debate"
Amazing!
Muskegon's county commissioners have NEVER publically discussed public union details before or AFTER the contracts are signed.
Just silence from those elected and given the responsibility....and the compensation to represent the citizens.
Tea party activists say they sniffed out some
"It's bad enough that teachers unions at the local, state and national level have become more preoccupied with politics than they are with students and education.
Now it appears they are willing to bend or break laws and regulations to guarantee victory."
Now it appears they are willing to bend or break laws and regulations to guarantee victory."
Saturday, May 07, 2011
Royal wedding: the fashion fallout from Princess Beatrice's fascinator fiasco
Interbred and on the public dole.
WSJ: If Supermarkets Were Like Public Schools
theblogprof: WSJ: If Supermarkets Were Like Public Schools
"Of course, none of this would be happening if we had school choice.
Bad schools would die. Good schools would thrive"
plus this gem:
"UPDATE: Another prior post where I mentioned the above analogy:
Now they tell us: Detroit School Board President Otis Mathis was a D-student in high school, went to college in a program for the academically unqualified, now resigned in disgrace after habitually masturbating in front of School Superintendent."
"Of course, none of this would be happening if we had school choice.
Bad schools would die. Good schools would thrive"
plus this gem:
"UPDATE: Another prior post where I mentioned the above analogy:
Now they tell us: Detroit School Board President Otis Mathis was a D-student in high school, went to college in a program for the academically unqualified, now resigned in disgrace after habitually masturbating in front of School Superintendent."
new-homes-for-dollar-down
new-homes-for-dollar-down-moneywatch: Personal Finance News from Yahoo! Finance
"According to The Daily's report, the developer stands to lose nothing as they receive the full purchase price, regardless of the buyer's ability to continue making mortgage payments.
This risk in this scenario is assumed by two government programs (in other words, you the taxpayer) that guarantee the loans for those who want a house but lack the cash for a standard down payment and closing costs."
"According to The Daily's report, the developer stands to lose nothing as they receive the full purchase price, regardless of the buyer's ability to continue making mortgage payments.
This risk in this scenario is assumed by two government programs (in other words, you the taxpayer) that guarantee the loans for those who want a house but lack the cash for a standard down payment and closing costs."
FundingCrisis?
FundingCrisis
"Also, please take time to email your legislators and advocate on behalf of our children...no additional cuts and proper funding of our schools."
If each teacher and administrator paid 25% of their own health care costs, how does that hurt students?
"Also, please take time to email your legislators and advocate on behalf of our children...no additional cuts and proper funding of our schools."
If each teacher and administrator paid 25% of their own health care costs, how does that hurt students?
Try Not to Think of a Waterboard
Try Not to Think of a Waterboard - WSJ.com
"Of course, without waterboarding, Osama bin Laden might also be alive, and who knows how many Americans might be dead from unthwarted terrorist attacks"
"Of course, without waterboarding, Osama bin Laden might also be alive, and who knows how many Americans might be dead from unthwarted terrorist attacks"
Forums on budget deficit planned in Mona Shores
Forums on budget deficit planned in Mona Shores MLive.com
"A community forum to discuss the Mona Shores Public Schools budget for next year has been scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday at the administration building, 3374 McCracken.
The district is facing about a $4 million deficit for next school year and has sought staff and community suggestions on where to cut spending without hurting students.
The public also is invited to attend the school board's retreat scheduled for 8 a.m. May 21 at the administration building.
By then, it's expected the board will have a list of potential cuts for community members to review and comment on.
More information is available at the district's website, www.monashores.net."
"A community forum to discuss the Mona Shores Public Schools budget for next year has been scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday at the administration building, 3374 McCracken.
The district is facing about a $4 million deficit for next school year and has sought staff and community suggestions on where to cut spending without hurting students.
The public also is invited to attend the school board's retreat scheduled for 8 a.m. May 21 at the administration building.
By then, it's expected the board will have a list of potential cuts for community members to review and comment on.
More information is available at the district's website, www.monashores.net."
Michigan attorney general sues over housemate benefits ruling
Michigan attorney general sues over housemate benefits ruling detnews.com The Detroit News
"Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette filed a lawsuit Friday against the Civil Service Commission, alleging it exceeded its authority when it extended health benefits to housemates of state employees."
"Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette filed a lawsuit Friday against the Civil Service Commission, alleging it exceeded its authority when it extended health benefits to housemates of state employees."
Friday, May 06, 2011
Farewell, My Lovely
Farewell, My Lovely - Reason Magazine
"The Democratic Party has folded Sacramento into one of the tightest one-party grips in contemporary American politics.
In November, bucking the national trend, Democrats in California won not just the governorship but 51 Assembly seats to Republicans’ 29, 24 state Senate seats to Republicans’ 14, and every statewide office.
With the passage of a referendum lowering the number of legislative votes required to approve a state budget (from a two-thirds majority to a simple majority), California is that rarest of land masses for the 2011 Democratic Party: conquered territory.
State Democrats have freedom to rule virtually unchallenged by the scattered, rusticated Republicans."
"The Democratic Party has folded Sacramento into one of the tightest one-party grips in contemporary American politics.
In November, bucking the national trend, Democrats in California won not just the governorship but 51 Assembly seats to Republicans’ 29, 24 state Senate seats to Republicans’ 14, and every statewide office.
With the passage of a referendum lowering the number of legislative votes required to approve a state budget (from a two-thirds majority to a simple majority), California is that rarest of land masses for the 2011 Democratic Party: conquered territory.
State Democrats have freedom to rule virtually unchallenged by the scattered, rusticated Republicans."
Lessons of Teacher Labor Markets
Lessons of Teacher Labor Markets [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"public schools posting teacher job openings were receiving hundreds and even thousands of applications.
For example, according to the Macomb Daily, the Chippewa Valley school district received almost 19,000 applications for just 71 teacher openings last year"
We all "shop" for the lowest price we will pay to get the product or service we need.
Except when public unions interfere with our CHOICE.
And it is UNSUSTAINABLE!
Choice and sustainability.
What a concept!
"public schools posting teacher job openings were receiving hundreds and even thousands of applications.
For example, according to the Macomb Daily, the Chippewa Valley school district received almost 19,000 applications for just 71 teacher openings last year"
We all "shop" for the lowest price we will pay to get the product or service we need.
Except when public unions interfere with our CHOICE.
And it is UNSUSTAINABLE!
Choice and sustainability.
What a concept!
Show Your Thanks to World War II Vets by Watching This 2-min Video
Show Your Thanks to World War II Vets by Watching This 2-min Video Show Your Thanks to World War II Veterans Before It's Too Late!
"Can you help spread this important message?
This story is incredible.
Send this touching two-minute video about World War II veterans to FIVE friends and family to remind them that every day alive in this great, free country is truly a bonus"
"Can you help spread this important message?
This story is incredible.
Send this touching two-minute video about World War II veterans to FIVE friends and family to remind them that every day alive in this great, free country is truly a bonus"
A.J. Foyt to drive this year's Indy 500 Pace Car
A.J. Foyt to drive this year's Indy 500 Pace Car The Indianapolis Star indystar.com
"A.J. Foyt was named today to drive the pace car for the Indianapolis 500 on May 29.
Foyt will replace Donald Trump."
"A.J. Foyt was named today to drive the pace car for the Indianapolis 500 on May 29.
Foyt will replace Donald Trump."
Nearly Half Of Detroiters Can’t Read
Report: Nearly Half Of Detroiters Can’t Read « CBS Detroit
"According to a new report, 47 percent of Detroiters are ”functionally illiterate.”"
"According to a new report, 47 percent of Detroiters are ”functionally illiterate.”"
Quote Of The Day: Parsing Chrysler’s Payback Edition
Quote Of The Day: Parsing Chrysler’s Payback Edition The Truth About Cars
"Once again, a slickly-phrased “payback” claim trumps any sense of responsibility at Treasury to be transparent with taxpayers.
And a quick survey of the media indicates that Geithner’s use of the singular has worked quite effectively."
Liars all!
"Once again, a slickly-phrased “payback” claim trumps any sense of responsibility at Treasury to be transparent with taxpayers.
And a quick survey of the media indicates that Geithner’s use of the singular has worked quite effectively."
Liars all!
Students with Bush on 9/11 Look Back After bin Laden Death
Students with Bush on 9/11 Look Back After bin Laden Death - TIME
"There has rarely been a starker juxtaposition of evil and innocence than the moment President George W. Bush received the news about 9/11 while reading The Pet Goat with second-graders in Sarasota, Fla."
Compelling memories.
"There has rarely been a starker juxtaposition of evil and innocence than the moment President George W. Bush received the news about 9/11 while reading The Pet Goat with second-graders in Sarasota, Fla."
Compelling memories.
Economy adds 244k jobs, rate ticks up to 9 pct.
My Way News - Economy adds 244k jobs, rate ticks up to 9 pct.
"Including part-time workers who would rather be working full time, plus people who have given up looking altogether, the percentage of 'underemployed' people rose to 15.9 percent in April."
"Including part-time workers who would rather be working full time, plus people who have given up looking altogether, the percentage of 'underemployed' people rose to 15.9 percent in April."
Devout Muslim stalks his step-daughter over four states 'before killing her for being too Western'
Devout Muslim stalks his step-daughter over four states 'before killing her for being too Western' Mail Online
"A devout Muslim tracked his step-daughter over four states to murder her for bringing dishonour on her family, according to police."
"A devout Muslim tracked his step-daughter over four states to murder her for bringing dishonour on her family, according to police."
Wally and the Beav join the thought police
Wally and the Beav join the thought police
"Their charges were fully and nastily race-based. Among other racial sins, Breitbart and Trump stood accused of advancing my thesis that Bill Ayers was the primary craftsman of Barack Obama's acclaimed memoir, 'Dreams from My Father.'"
"Their charges were fully and nastily race-based. Among other racial sins, Breitbart and Trump stood accused of advancing my thesis that Bill Ayers was the primary craftsman of Barack Obama's acclaimed memoir, 'Dreams from My Father.'"
Thursday, May 05, 2011
Fix pensions instead of firing teachers
Fix pensions instead of firing teachers - Orange Punch - The Orange County Register
"In her latest piece she makes the case that if we fix pensions, the state will not have to fire teachers.
And she is right."
"In her latest piece she makes the case that if we fix pensions, the state will not have to fire teachers.
And she is right."
Fisker begins Karma production in Finland
Fisker begins Karma production in Finland - AutoWeek Magazine
"Closely held Fisker last year closed on $529 million in loans from the U.S. Energy Department that will fund construction of its Nina production line."
$529 MILLION from US?
"Closely held Fisker last year closed on $529 million in loans from the U.S. Energy Department that will fund construction of its Nina production line."
$529 MILLION from US?
Wednesday, May 04, 2011
Breitbart vs. the Narrative
Breitbart vs. the Narrative - By Kathryn Jean Lopez - The Corner - National Review Online
"What attracts people to a Sarah Palin or Andrew Breitbart or dare I say Donald Trump is first and foremost a style that comes across as fearlessness."
"What attracts people to a Sarah Palin or Andrew Breitbart or dare I say Donald Trump is first and foremost a style that comes across as fearlessness."
USDA Introduces Online Tool for Locating 'Food Deserts' in USA
USDA Introduces Online Tool for Locating 'Food Deserts' in USA CNSnews.com
"The Obama administration defines a food desert as a low-income census tract where either a substantial number or percentage of residents lacks easy access to a supermarket or large grocery store"
A new "need" for government intervention.
Gimme a break!
"The Obama administration defines a food desert as a low-income census tract where either a substantial number or percentage of residents lacks easy access to a supermarket or large grocery store"
A new "need" for government intervention.
Gimme a break!
U of Missouri ‘Labor Studies’ Course Teaches How to Shut Down Non-Union Companies - Big Government
» MORE SHOCK VIDEO: U of Missouri ‘Labor Studies’ Course Teaches How to Shut Down Non-Union Companies - Big Government
"While University of Missouri – Kansas City Professor Judy Ancel has yet to explain her false and misleading defense of classroom statements suggesting violence is an acceptable tactic with an appropriate place in advancing the labor movement, new video reveals Ancel giving students insight into how to put non-union companies out of business.
The tactic Ancel recommends to students is based upon deception and designed to burden a non-union company with a costly labor action under false pretenses."
"While University of Missouri – Kansas City Professor Judy Ancel has yet to explain her false and misleading defense of classroom statements suggesting violence is an acceptable tactic with an appropriate place in advancing the labor movement, new video reveals Ancel giving students insight into how to put non-union companies out of business.
The tactic Ancel recommends to students is based upon deception and designed to burden a non-union company with a costly labor action under false pretenses."
EPA to Use New Regulations to Prohibit Hydraulic Fracturing?
Pundit Press: EPA to Use New Regulations to Prohibit Hydraulic Fracturing?
"Last week, while everyone else was talking about the President's long form birth certificate, the EPA was busy releasing new regulations designed to choke off any nascent economic growth that may help to lift the nation out of the great recession.
Via the Lonely Conservative, Investors Business Daily warns us all to watch the other hand.
Before these new regulations will be enacted a 60 day comment period will be granted and the clock is ticking.
I wonder how long bin Laden's death will keep our eyes diverted."
"Last week, while everyone else was talking about the President's long form birth certificate, the EPA was busy releasing new regulations designed to choke off any nascent economic growth that may help to lift the nation out of the great recession.
Via the Lonely Conservative, Investors Business Daily warns us all to watch the other hand.
Before these new regulations will be enacted a 60 day comment period will be granted and the clock is ticking.
I wonder how long bin Laden's death will keep our eyes diverted."
No, The Oil Industry Doesn’t Get Subsidies
Say Anything » No, The Oil Industry Doesn’t Get Subsidies
"Subsidies are funds that governments give to someone to encourage and assist them to take an action.
By reducing taxes for an action, that can have the same sort of effect, but it is more properly a tax break.
This is a critical difference, because it reveals a distinction in how people understand taxes and earning. Money businesses earn is their money and taxes are a small portion they send to the government.
Calling tax breaks a “subsidy” reverses that fact, turning earnings into something the government owns, while taxes become the government allowing the company to keep some of their earnings.
What’s more, these tax breaks are actually available to all business and the oil industry’s specific use of them is actually limited by law:"
"Subsidies are funds that governments give to someone to encourage and assist them to take an action.
By reducing taxes for an action, that can have the same sort of effect, but it is more properly a tax break.
This is a critical difference, because it reveals a distinction in how people understand taxes and earning. Money businesses earn is their money and taxes are a small portion they send to the government.
Calling tax breaks a “subsidy” reverses that fact, turning earnings into something the government owns, while taxes become the government allowing the company to keep some of their earnings.
What’s more, these tax breaks are actually available to all business and the oil industry’s specific use of them is actually limited by law:"
“DEMONSTRABLY FALSE” AND “THINKPROGRESS”
Instapundit » Blog Archive » “DEMONSTRABLY FALSE” AND “THINKPROGRESS”
"Also note that whenever anyone is effective, the lefty apparatchiks try to spread the idea that it’s somehow impolite to associate with them, rather than attack them on substance.
That’s been their MO forever, but it’s become quite obvious and thus far less effective lately."
"Also note that whenever anyone is effective, the lefty apparatchiks try to spread the idea that it’s somehow impolite to associate with them, rather than attack them on substance.
That’s been their MO forever, but it’s become quite obvious and thus far less effective lately."
Coast Guard Searches For Missing Cruise Ship Passenger
"The 65-year-old woman, whose name was not released, did not show up for a customs check when the Celebrity Millennium ship docked in San Diego around 1 p.m"
Yikes!
Our cruise ship last year!
Tuesday, May 03, 2011
US Debt Rating Should Be 'C': Independent Agency
US Debt Rating Should Be 'C': Independent Agency - CNBC
"A 'C' is equivalent to approximately a triple-B on the S&P, Moody's and Fitch scales.
It's two notches above junk"
"A 'C' is equivalent to approximately a triple-B on the S&P, Moody's and Fitch scales.
It's two notches above junk"
Monday, May 02, 2011
Palin blasts government for ‘man-made drought’ in her return to Central California
Palin blasts government for ‘man-made drought’ in her return to Central California - The Washington Post
"“A faceless government is taking away their lifeline, water, all because of a 3-inch fish,” Palin said.
“Where I come from, a 3-inch fish, we call that bait.
There is no need to destroy people’s lives over bait.”"
"“A faceless government is taking away their lifeline, water, all because of a 3-inch fish,” Palin said.
“Where I come from, a 3-inch fish, we call that bait.
There is no need to destroy people’s lives over bait.”"
'Confused' Chuck Todd: Don't Blame Obama for Rising Gas Prices
'Confused' Chuck Todd: Don't Blame Obama for Rising Gas Prices
"The junior senator from Mississippi retorted that the president should stop 'slow-walking' permits for oil exploration in the Gulf of Mexico to allow domestic firms to tap into the 'plentiful oil resources that we have here in the United States of America"
"The junior senator from Mississippi retorted that the president should stop 'slow-walking' permits for oil exploration in the Gulf of Mexico to allow domestic firms to tap into the 'plentiful oil resources that we have here in the United States of America"
Forget bin Laden: Gitmo is green!
Forget bin Laden: Gitmo is green! JunkScience.com
"We certainly hope that the mission to kill bin Laden was green — i.e., relied on electric helicopters, lead-free ammunition and biodegradable shell-casings.
We also hope that airheaded Pfannenstiel et al. are kept as far away as possible from the valiant Navy SEAL program as possible."
"We certainly hope that the mission to kill bin Laden was green — i.e., relied on electric helicopters, lead-free ammunition and biodegradable shell-casings.
We also hope that airheaded Pfannenstiel et al. are kept as far away as possible from the valiant Navy SEAL program as possible."
Saudi prince, worth billions, gets World Bank loan to build luxury hotel
Saudi prince, worth billions, gets World Bank loan to build luxury hotel - Washington Times
"One of the world’s richest men and a member of the Saudi royal family has received approval for a $26 million loan from a branch of the World Bank to build a luxury hotel in Ghana"
"One of the world’s richest men and a member of the Saudi royal family has received approval for a $26 million loan from a branch of the World Bank to build a luxury hotel in Ghana"
Faulty Public Pension Accounting: A Problem too Big to Ignore
Faulty Public Pension Accounting: A Problem too Big to Ignore
"American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees head Gerald McEntee told The Washington Post that state pension funds “ are not only persevering but are well on their way to full recovery.”
If you believe that, I’ve got a bridge to sell you.
For more on government employee pensions, see here."
"American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees head Gerald McEntee told The Washington Post that state pension funds “ are not only persevering but are well on their way to full recovery.”
If you believe that, I’ve got a bridge to sell you.
For more on government employee pensions, see here."
How adults can discuss the federal budget and debt limitminer
How adults can discuss the federal budget and debt limit Examiner Editorial Opinion Washington Examiner
"It is worth remembering that, as the Heritage Foundation's Morning Bell alert recently reminded, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner warned Congress that we would face 'catastrophic damage' and a world financial crisis if Congress failed to act by March 31.
That deadline came and went more than a month ago and the sun is still rising on schedule."
"It is worth remembering that, as the Heritage Foundation's Morning Bell alert recently reminded, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner warned Congress that we would face 'catastrophic damage' and a world financial crisis if Congress failed to act by March 31.
That deadline came and went more than a month ago and the sun is still rising on schedule."
Behind the coming physician shortage
Doc holiday - NYPOST.com
"according to the American Association of Medical Colleges, we face a shortfall of more than 150,000 doctors over the next 15 years."
"according to the American Association of Medical Colleges, we face a shortfall of more than 150,000 doctors over the next 15 years."
Sunday, May 01, 2011
Bloomberg: U.S. Should Make All New Immigrants Live in Detroit
Bloomberg: U.S. Should Make All New Immigrants Live in Detroit - FoxNews.com
"Detroit needs residents. Immigrants want to live in America.
Michael Bloomberg says he's got a simple solution for both needs -- send all new immigrants to Detroit."
Imagine the MSM's explosion if a conservative suggested this gulag!
"Detroit needs residents. Immigrants want to live in America.
Michael Bloomberg says he's got a simple solution for both needs -- send all new immigrants to Detroit."
Imagine the MSM's explosion if a conservative suggested this gulag!
Maxine Waters (D) Slip of the Tongue Reveals True Intentions (Socialism ...
And she's still a US rep.
Bullet proof because she's got gerrymandered protection.
Don't fool yourselves that our electeds want the best for our country.
Holocaust Remembrance Is Not About "The Six Million," Its About Six Million Individuals
Holocaust Remembrance Is Not About "The Six Million," Its About Six Million Individuals
"May we never forget"
Except most in the USA never even learned....
"May we never forget"
Except most in the USA never even learned....
Language approved for petition to recall Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder
A Washtenaw County elections panel approved language this morning for a recall petition aimed at Gov. Rick Snyder.
The three-member panel voted 2-1 to approve the petition, clearing the way for the group Michigan Citizens United to begin to collect signatures.
They would need the signatures of 807,000 registered voters collected within a 90-day period to force an election
The three-member panel voted 2-1 to approve the petition, clearing the way for the group Michigan Citizens United to begin to collect signatures.
They would need the signatures of 807,000 registered voters collected within a 90-day period to force an election
Tuscaloosa, Alabama Tornado Satellite Photos at TuscaloosaNews.com
Tuscaloosa, Alabama Tornado Satellite Photos at TuscaloosaNews.com The Tuscaloosa News Tuscaloosa, AL
"Before and After the StormThese satellite images were supplied by GeoEye and made in Google Earth. Move the white slider to see before and after the storm."
Very powerful photo.
"Before and After the StormThese satellite images were supplied by GeoEye and made in Google Earth. Move the white slider to see before and after the storm."
Very powerful photo.
House Roll Call 87 - Michigan Votes
House Roll Call 87 - Michigan Votes
"2011 House Bill 4361 (Replace MBT, raise income tax, trim credits ) (House Roll Call 87)
Amendment offered by Rep. Phil Cavanagh (D) on April 27, 2011, to retain the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), rather than replacing it with a $25 per child payment to low income parents."
The amendment
IN FAVOR
HOUSE DEMOCRATS
Ananich (D) Barnett (D) Bauer (D) Bledsoe (D) Brown (D)
Brunner (D) Byrum (D) Cavanagh (D) Clemente (D) Constan (D)
Darany (D) Dillon (D) Durhal (D) Geiss (D) Hammel (D)
Haugh (D) Hobbs (D) Hovey-Wright (D) Howze (D) Irwin (D)
Jackson (D) Kandrevas (D) Lane (D) LeBlanc (D) Lindberg (D)
Lipton (D) Liss (D) McCann (D) Meadows (D) Melton (D)
Nathan (D) Oakes (D) Olumba (D) Santana (D) Schmidt, R. (D)
Segal (D) Slavens (D) Smiley (D) Stanley (D) Stapleton (D)
Switalski (D) Talabi (D) Townsend (D) Womack (D)
HOUSE REPUBLICANS
Hughes (R) Jenkins (R) LaFontaine (R) Rendon (R)
NOT GOOD!
"2011 House Bill 4361 (Replace MBT, raise income tax, trim credits ) (House Roll Call 87)
Amendment offered by Rep. Phil Cavanagh (D) on April 27, 2011, to retain the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), rather than replacing it with a $25 per child payment to low income parents."
The amendment
IN FAVOR
HOUSE DEMOCRATS
Ananich (D) Barnett (D) Bauer (D) Bledsoe (D) Brown (D)
Brunner (D) Byrum (D) Cavanagh (D) Clemente (D) Constan (D)
Darany (D) Dillon (D) Durhal (D) Geiss (D) Hammel (D)
Haugh (D) Hobbs (D) Hovey-Wright (D) Howze (D) Irwin (D)
Jackson (D) Kandrevas (D) Lane (D) LeBlanc (D) Lindberg (D)
Lipton (D) Liss (D) McCann (D) Meadows (D) Melton (D)
Nathan (D) Oakes (D) Olumba (D) Santana (D) Schmidt, R. (D)
Segal (D) Slavens (D) Smiley (D) Stanley (D) Stapleton (D)
Switalski (D) Talabi (D) Townsend (D) Womack (D)
HOUSE REPUBLICANS
Hughes (R) Jenkins (R) LaFontaine (R) Rendon (R)
NOT GOOD!
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