Is Adding School Debt Just Like Refinancing Your Home? [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"Leon Drolet, chairman of the Michigan Taxpayers Alliance, said if the school is taking on new debt, it shouldn’t be compared to a refinancing.
“They are trying to trick voters into believing that they are not taking on new debt when they use that kind of language,” Drolet said.
“By suggesting it is a refinance as opposed to taking on new debt … it’s a bald-faced lie.”"
Monday, February 07, 2011
Made in the USA
Made in the USA - The Boston Globe
"Americans make more “stuff’’ than any other nation on earth, and by a wide margin.
According to the United Nations’ comprehensive database of international economic data, America’s manufacturing output in 2009 (expressed in constant 2005 dollars) was $2.15 trillion.
That surpassed China’s output of $1.48 trillion by nearly 46 percent.
China’s industries may be booming, but the United States still accounted for 20 percent of the world’s manufacturing output in 2009 — only a hair below its 1990 share of 21 percent."
"Americans make more “stuff’’ than any other nation on earth, and by a wide margin.
According to the United Nations’ comprehensive database of international economic data, America’s manufacturing output in 2009 (expressed in constant 2005 dollars) was $2.15 trillion.
That surpassed China’s output of $1.48 trillion by nearly 46 percent.
China’s industries may be booming, but the United States still accounted for 20 percent of the world’s manufacturing output in 2009 — only a hair below its 1990 share of 21 percent."
CARPE DIEM: Made in the USA
CARPE DIEM: Made in the USA
"'There’s just one problem with all the gloom and doom about American manufacturing.
It’s wrong."
"'There’s just one problem with all the gloom and doom about American manufacturing.
It’s wrong."
Ga. Lawmaker Proposes Doing Away With Driver's Licenses
Ga. Lawmaker Proposes Doing Away With Driver's Licenses - Atlanta News Story - WGCL Atlanta
"In his bill, Franklin states, 'Free people have a common law and constitutional right to travel on the roads and highways that are provided by their government for that purpose.
Licensing of drivers cannot be required of free people, because taking on the restrictions of a license requires the surrender of an inalienable right.'"
Do we really deserve the leaders someone else elects?
"In his bill, Franklin states, 'Free people have a common law and constitutional right to travel on the roads and highways that are provided by their government for that purpose.
Licensing of drivers cannot be required of free people, because taking on the restrictions of a license requires the surrender of an inalienable right.'"
Do we really deserve the leaders someone else elects?
Sunday, February 06, 2011
dallas should never host a super bowl EVER AGAIN
dallas should never host a super bowl EVER AGAIN
"ARLINGTON, Texas --
For those interested in such things, we’ve had two significant hiccups here at Cowboys Stadium as kickoff approaches for Super Bowl XLV.
First, the NFL closed four of the 10 entrance points into the stadium because of lingering ice on the roof of the stadium. Friday, six people were injured by ice falling onto the sidewalk outside of the structure.
Second, the NFL just confirmed in a statement that some sections of the temporary seats erected inside Cowboys Stadium 'have not been fully completed.'
The league said that most fans will be accommodated somewhere in the building by kickoff, but indicated that some will not.
Those fans will receive a refund triple the cost of face value of the seat.
Local organizers are trying to break the Super Bowl record for attendance by exceeding 105,000.
Maybe they were a bit too greedy.
Can you imagine arriving at the stadium and finding out that your seat doesn’t exist?"
"ARLINGTON, Texas --
For those interested in such things, we’ve had two significant hiccups here at Cowboys Stadium as kickoff approaches for Super Bowl XLV.
First, the NFL closed four of the 10 entrance points into the stadium because of lingering ice on the roof of the stadium. Friday, six people were injured by ice falling onto the sidewalk outside of the structure.
Second, the NFL just confirmed in a statement that some sections of the temporary seats erected inside Cowboys Stadium 'have not been fully completed.'
The league said that most fans will be accommodated somewhere in the building by kickoff, but indicated that some will not.
Those fans will receive a refund triple the cost of face value of the seat.
Local organizers are trying to break the Super Bowl record for attendance by exceeding 105,000.
Maybe they were a bit too greedy.
Can you imagine arriving at the stadium and finding out that your seat doesn’t exist?"
Ohio fraternity house shooting kills 1, hurts 11
The Associated Press: Ohio fraternity house shooting kills 1, hurts 11
"University spokesman Ron Cole says members of the university-sanctioned Omega Psi Phi fraternity lived at the house"
They were thugs at MSU 40 years ago.
Nice tradition....
"University spokesman Ron Cole says members of the university-sanctioned Omega Psi Phi fraternity lived at the house"
They were thugs at MSU 40 years ago.
Nice tradition....
Advocates for Michigan's medical-marijuana law fear disclosure of records will hurt patients
Advocates for Michigan's medical-marijuana law fear disclosure of records will hurt patients
"As founder of Michigan Association of Compassion Clubs, Jamie Lowell thinks the federal government's request for records on the state's medical-marijuana registry will discourage legal use."
So these pot advocates want the federal government to encourage the use of pot?
And employers won't know if their employees are using and if they get sued because an employee has an accident, it will be "news" to the companies?
Fear the cost of these "compassion" crooks.
"As founder of Michigan Association of Compassion Clubs, Jamie Lowell thinks the federal government's request for records on the state's medical-marijuana registry will discourage legal use."
So these pot advocates want the federal government to encourage the use of pot?
And employers won't know if their employees are using and if they get sued because an employee has an accident, it will be "news" to the companies?
Fear the cost of these "compassion" crooks.
Compared to other cities, Grand Rapids' part-time City Commission is a bargain
Compared to other cities, Grand Rapids' part-time City Commission is a bargain MLive.com
"Detroiters pay $13.2 million a year -- or $14.53 per resident – to maintain their legislative branch, the City Council, the study said.
In Grand Rapids, taxpayers spent $397,864 – about $2.01 per resident – in pay and benefits to sustain their part-time City Commission,"
How long are we going to allow Detroit to spend our state into bankruptcy?
"Detroiters pay $13.2 million a year -- or $14.53 per resident – to maintain their legislative branch, the City Council, the study said.
In Grand Rapids, taxpayers spent $397,864 – about $2.01 per resident – in pay and benefits to sustain their part-time City Commission,"
How long are we going to allow Detroit to spend our state into bankruptcy?
Are Teachers "Special"? Is Anyone? Why?
Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis: Are Teachers "Special"? Is Anyone? Why?
"Ironically, if anyone is 'special' in the student-teacher relationship, it is the students (and those who cannot protect themselves), not the teachers!"
It seems that the education unionists don't do much thinking about the students.....or their taxpaying parents.
"Ironically, if anyone is 'special' in the student-teacher relationship, it is the students (and those who cannot protect themselves), not the teachers!"
It seems that the education unionists don't do much thinking about the students.....or their taxpaying parents.
“Personal Attacks” Cause Colorado Group To Cancel Palin Speech…
Weasel Zippers » “Personal Attacks” Cause Colorado Group To Cancel Palin Speech…
"Citing an “onslaught of personal attacks”, a Colorado nonprofit today canceled a scheduled May appearance in Glendale by former Vice Presidential Candidate Sarah Palin"
"Citing an “onslaught of personal attacks”, a Colorado nonprofit today canceled a scheduled May appearance in Glendale by former Vice Presidential Candidate Sarah Palin"
Citizen's Guide to Michigan's Financial Health
Snyder - Citizen's Guide to Michigan's Financial Health
"For far too long the true state of Michigan's financial picture has been hidden by complex budget documents indecipherable to the average resident. One-time budget gimmicks and other accounting tricks have further masked the state's dire financial situation, allowing tough decisions to be pushed off into the future."
"For far too long the true state of Michigan's financial picture has been hidden by complex budget documents indecipherable to the average resident. One-time budget gimmicks and other accounting tricks have further masked the state's dire financial situation, allowing tough decisions to be pushed off into the future."
Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell says city employee compensation is 'unsustainable' in State of the City address
Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell says city employee compensation is 'unsustainable' in State of the City address MLive.com
"Heartwell told those gathered for his 2011 State of the City address Saturday that even after a 4 percent reduction in total compensation during the last round of contract negotiations, employee benefits are 35 percent of an average employee’s compensation package.
This is expected to reach 41 percent by 2015, he said, and pension contribution during that same period could see a 65 percent increase."
Nothing like this courage from most of our leaders in Muskegon.
But we did just hire a "sustainability coordinator".
"Heartwell told those gathered for his 2011 State of the City address Saturday that even after a 4 percent reduction in total compensation during the last round of contract negotiations, employee benefits are 35 percent of an average employee’s compensation package.
This is expected to reach 41 percent by 2015, he said, and pension contribution during that same period could see a 65 percent increase."
Nothing like this courage from most of our leaders in Muskegon.
But we did just hire a "sustainability coordinator".
Happy about tax-free pensions?
Happy about tax-free pensions? - DailyHerald.com
"If you’re not yet upset about the 2 percent state tax hike, here’s something to add fuel to the flames.
Did you know pensions are not taxable by the state of Illinois?
So the Oak Brook mayor and his wife receiving over $142,000 in pensions?
They pay zero dollars to the state of Illinois.
Aren’t you happy to be supporting them?"
Public employee pensions are exempt from state and local taxes in Michigan too.
Aren't you glad they don't have to support our state?
"If you’re not yet upset about the 2 percent state tax hike, here’s something to add fuel to the flames.
Did you know pensions are not taxable by the state of Illinois?
So the Oak Brook mayor and his wife receiving over $142,000 in pensions?
They pay zero dollars to the state of Illinois.
Aren’t you happy to be supporting them?"
Public employee pensions are exempt from state and local taxes in Michigan too.
Aren't you glad they don't have to support our state?
Everybody Does It? Really?
Everybody Does It? Really? - WSJ.com
"As we noted yesterday, over the weekend Common Cause held a rally in California at which numerous supporters of the self-styled 'grassroots organization' were caught on video advocating violence against Supreme Court justices and media executives--including calls to lynch the high court's only black member.
'Common Cause's 40 year history of holding power accountable has been marked by a commitment to decency and civility--in public and private,' begins a press release from the organization yesterday.
Yet in contrast with SarahPAC, which removed from its website its famous map of targeted districts after the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, CommonCause.org's homepage still prominently features a photo and denunciation of Justices Clarence Thomas and Antonin Scalia, who were among the objects of the Common Cause supporters' violent--and, in Thomas's case, racist--fantasies"
And there is this:
http://weaselzippers.us/2011/02/05/personal-attacks-cause-colorado-group-to-cancel-palin-speech/
It seems the liberal media sorta missed these unending examples of liberal "civilness".
"As we noted yesterday, over the weekend Common Cause held a rally in California at which numerous supporters of the self-styled 'grassroots organization' were caught on video advocating violence against Supreme Court justices and media executives--including calls to lynch the high court's only black member.
'Common Cause's 40 year history of holding power accountable has been marked by a commitment to decency and civility--in public and private,' begins a press release from the organization yesterday.
Yet in contrast with SarahPAC, which removed from its website its famous map of targeted districts after the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, CommonCause.org's homepage still prominently features a photo and denunciation of Justices Clarence Thomas and Antonin Scalia, who were among the objects of the Common Cause supporters' violent--and, in Thomas's case, racist--fantasies"
And there is this:
http://weaselzippers.us/2011/02/05/personal-attacks-cause-colorado-group-to-cancel-palin-speech/
It seems the liberal media sorta missed these unending examples of liberal "civilness".
Home Depot to close stores in Michigan, other states
Home Depot to close stores in Michigan, other states Detroit Free Press
"Company spokesman Stephen Holmes said the stores are in Holland; Gentilly, La.; Rocky Mount, N.C.; and Greenville, N.C."
"Company spokesman Stephen Holmes said the stores are in Holland; Gentilly, La.; Rocky Mount, N.C.; and Greenville, N.C."
Michigan DHS turns to colleges for child welfare caseworkers
Michigan DHS turns to colleges for child welfare caseworkers Detroit Free Press freep.com
"DHS plans to hire 500 new graduates by late spring"
500 new employees will fix the debacle that is DHS?
Not!
"DHS plans to hire 500 new graduates by late spring"
500 new employees will fix the debacle that is DHS?
Not!
Borders: A ‘MEGA’ Bankruptcy for Michigan
Borders: A ‘MEGA’ Bankruptcy for Michigan [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The MEGA program, created in 1995, offers tax breaks to companies that invest or locate in Michigan. Waldenbooks chose Michigan over Tennessee and received a reported $7.7 million tax credit."
"The MEGA program, created in 1995, offers tax breaks to companies that invest or locate in Michigan. Waldenbooks chose Michigan over Tennessee and received a reported $7.7 million tax credit."
Muskegon County commissioners consider buying laptops for themselves
Muskegon County commissioners consider buying laptops for themselves MLive.com
"Jager voted against soliciting bids, requesting that the board hold off until specifics can be researched.
He also pointed out that he bought a computer after he was elected in November because he figured it was his responsibility.
“I shouldn't run if I don't have the tools for my job,” Jager said."
Finally, we have a county commissioner who understands that he is dealing with other people's money.
You go, Alan!
And read the comments after the article.
The people are speaking!
"Jager voted against soliciting bids, requesting that the board hold off until specifics can be researched.
He also pointed out that he bought a computer after he was elected in November because he figured it was his responsibility.
“I shouldn't run if I don't have the tools for my job,” Jager said."
Finally, we have a county commissioner who understands that he is dealing with other people's money.
You go, Alan!
And read the comments after the article.
The people are speaking!
Saturday, February 05, 2011
The Tuscon Tea Party Needs Your Help
The Tuscon Tea Party Needs Your Help – Local Authorities Are Trying to Silence These Patriots The Gateway Pundit
"The Tucson Tea Party needs your help.
Please pass this on…."
Anyone who stands tall will be attacked.
Are we the "jews in 1936 Germany" or will we fight back?
Or are we just frogs placed in warm water?
"The Tucson Tea Party needs your help.
Please pass this on…."
Anyone who stands tall will be attacked.
Are we the "jews in 1936 Germany" or will we fight back?
Or are we just frogs placed in warm water?
Everybody Does It? Really?
Everybody Does It? Really? - WSJ.com
"Everybody does it?
Think it through and you will see that this is a stunning indictment of the American left."
"Everybody does it?
Think it through and you will see that this is a stunning indictment of the American left."
Gallup: Obama's Approval Rating Most Polarized Of Any President's 2nd Year Ever
theblogprof: Gallup: Obama's Approval Rating Most Polarized Of Any President's 2nd Year Ever
"My question is...
WHO THE HECK ARE THE 13% OF REPUBLICANS THAT LIKE WHAT THE GUY IS DOING???
Some 'uniter' Obama turned out to be, eh?"
"My question is...
WHO THE HECK ARE THE 13% OF REPUBLICANS THAT LIKE WHAT THE GUY IS DOING???
Some 'uniter' Obama turned out to be, eh?"
Church leaders examining whether a miracle occurred at Jackson Catholic Middle School after student claims to have seen image of Jesus Christ on wafer
"During the day, as adult volunteers sat near it, a student claimed to see the image of Jesus on the wafer."
Imagine if the student saw the image on a Pizza Hut pizza?
Or, even better!
If Muhammud's image was on a was on a slab of Chili's baby back ribs!
Obama Well Knows What Chaos He Has Unleashed
American Thinker: Obama Well Knows What Chaos He Has Unleashed
"The question is justifiably asked: Do they truly believe that the next regime that comes to power will have the interests of the U.S. and the West at heart?
My fear is that Obama is not naïve at all, but he instead knows only too well what he is doing, for he is eagerly promoting Islamic power in the world while diminishing the West and Israel, however much innocent blood will flow as a result."
I suspect this fear is shared by most leaders of the free world.
"The question is justifiably asked: Do they truly believe that the next regime that comes to power will have the interests of the U.S. and the West at heart?
My fear is that Obama is not naïve at all, but he instead knows only too well what he is doing, for he is eagerly promoting Islamic power in the world while diminishing the West and Israel, however much innocent blood will flow as a result."
I suspect this fear is shared by most leaders of the free world.
America's jobless recovery: So this is the new year?
America's jobless recovery: So this is the new year? The Economist
"So for another month, Americans will wait, frustrated and uncertain, to see when growth will once again mean new employment opportunities."
"So for another month, Americans will wait, frustrated and uncertain, to see when growth will once again mean new employment opportunities."
The Obama Administration betrays Britain to appease the Russians over New START
The Obama Administration betrays Britain to appease the Russians over New START – Telegraph Blogs
The latest revelation from Wikileaks is the most damaging so far to the Anglo-American Special Relationship.
The disclosure in The Telegraph today that the Obama Administration “secretly agreed to give the Russians sensitive information on Britain’s nuclear deterrent to persuade them to sign a key treaty” points to an astonishing betrayal of America’s closest friend and ally, that may have significant implications for the relationship between David Cameron and Barack Obama.
Totally ignored by the American MSM.
Remember the cold war days (Oh, how we miss you Ronnie and Maggie!) when we would imprison traitors in our own government?
The latest revelation from Wikileaks is the most damaging so far to the Anglo-American Special Relationship.
The disclosure in The Telegraph today that the Obama Administration “secretly agreed to give the Russians sensitive information on Britain’s nuclear deterrent to persuade them to sign a key treaty” points to an astonishing betrayal of America’s closest friend and ally, that may have significant implications for the relationship between David Cameron and Barack Obama.
Totally ignored by the American MSM.
Remember the cold war days (Oh, how we miss you Ronnie and Maggie!) when we would imprison traitors in our own government?
Reagan Super Bowl XLV Tribute - This video will be shown just before kic...
To think that we once had a Ronald Reagan and we now have Barry O'carter.......
Michigan asparagus growers get combat pay as foot soldiers in the war on drugs
Michigan asparagus growers get combat pay as foot soldiers in the war on drugs
"Michigan asparagus farmers have until April 8 to sign up for their share of the $15 million ear-marked to compensate them for the hit they took in the country's war on drugs — when Congress pulled the plug on their market by encouraging South American farmers to grow asparagus instead of drugs.
A news release from the Michigan Farm Bureau Friday said the 'vast majority' of Michigan's 150 asparagus growers should be eligible for up to $100,000 per producer, part of a new U.S. Department of Agriculture program to help make up for losses suffered after Congress, in 1991, awarded farmers in Peru, Columbia, Bolivia and Ecuador unlimited duty-free entry to U.S. markets.
That put Michigan and other US asparagus producers into competition with farmers in those countries.
Peru has a 12-month production cycle and near-ideal growing conditions."
And we all know that COMPETITION is bad.
Our country is out of control!
"Michigan asparagus farmers have until April 8 to sign up for their share of the $15 million ear-marked to compensate them for the hit they took in the country's war on drugs — when Congress pulled the plug on their market by encouraging South American farmers to grow asparagus instead of drugs.
A news release from the Michigan Farm Bureau Friday said the 'vast majority' of Michigan's 150 asparagus growers should be eligible for up to $100,000 per producer, part of a new U.S. Department of Agriculture program to help make up for losses suffered after Congress, in 1991, awarded farmers in Peru, Columbia, Bolivia and Ecuador unlimited duty-free entry to U.S. markets.
That put Michigan and other US asparagus producers into competition with farmers in those countries.
Peru has a 12-month production cycle and near-ideal growing conditions."
And we all know that COMPETITION is bad.
Our country is out of control!
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