Declaring Detroit in financial emergency, Snyder says it's time to move forward | Crain's Detroit Business
"He also said there is no "big bailout coming" from the state.
Emergency managers have the power under state law to develop financial plans, renegotiate labor contracts, revise and approve budgets to help control spending, sell off city assets not restricted by charter and suspend the salaries of elected officials."
Saturday, March 02, 2013
Taxpayer-Supported Fisker Looking to China, Like A123
Taxpayer-Supported Fisker Looking to China, Like A123 | Somewhat Reasonable
"The prospect that U.S. taxpayer-supported technology and business stimulation would end up in the hands of its top economic rival was too much (again) for Republican Sens. Charles Grassley (Iowa) and John Thune (South Dakota) to remain silent.
Both sharply criticized the Obama administration over its poor judgment, lack of oversight and seeming indifference towards A123’s critical battery technology going to Wanxiang, and now are speaking up about the fate of Fisker."
"The prospect that U.S. taxpayer-supported technology and business stimulation would end up in the hands of its top economic rival was too much (again) for Republican Sens. Charles Grassley (Iowa) and John Thune (South Dakota) to remain silent.
Both sharply criticized the Obama administration over its poor judgment, lack of oversight and seeming indifference towards A123’s critical battery technology going to Wanxiang, and now are speaking up about the fate of Fisker."
Coalition wants Michigan Legislature to boost Earned Income Tax Credit
Coalition wants Michigan Legislature to boost Earned Income Tax Credit | MLive.com
"Sen. Bert Johnson, D-Detroit, said restoring the EITC to the 20 percent mark would provide “instant tax relief” and boost the economy as families have more money to spend."
"Sen. Bert Johnson, D-Detroit, said restoring the EITC to the 20 percent mark would provide “instant tax relief” and boost the economy as families have more money to spend."
Rethinking wind: Harvard research suggests the generating capacity of wind farms at large scales has been overestimated
Rethinking wind: Harvard research suggests the generating capacity of wind farms at large scales has been overestimated | AEIdeas
"If we were to cover the entire Earth with wind farms, he notes, “the system could potentially generate enormous amounts of power, well in excess of 100 terawatts, but at that point my guess, based on our climate modeling, is that the effect of that on global winds, and therefore on climate, would be severe—perhaps bigger than the impact of doubling CO2.”"
"If we were to cover the entire Earth with wind farms, he notes, “the system could potentially generate enormous amounts of power, well in excess of 100 terawatts, but at that point my guess, based on our climate modeling, is that the effect of that on global winds, and therefore on climate, would be severe—perhaps bigger than the impact of doubling CO2.”"
Dry-Fire Practice For The Woman Shooter
Dry-Fire Practice For The Woman Shooter
"Practice is an important component of training.
Dry-fire practice for the woman shooter is an important component of gun ownership.
Dry-fire practice is an important part of safe gun handling and usage and practice is necessary if you plan on being successful in the event you find your self defending yourself or those you love!
Which, I am sure is what you want, otherwise why would you have a gun?"
Don't just buy a gun.
LEARN how to use it safely and practice defending your home and loved ones.
"Practice is an important component of training.
Dry-fire practice for the woman shooter is an important component of gun ownership.
Dry-fire practice is an important part of safe gun handling and usage and practice is necessary if you plan on being successful in the event you find your self defending yourself or those you love!
Which, I am sure is what you want, otherwise why would you have a gun?"
Don't just buy a gun.
LEARN how to use it safely and practice defending your home and loved ones.
Rep. Maxine Waters Inflates Sequester to '170 Million' Jobs Lost
Rep. Maxine Waters Inflates Sequester to '170 Million' Jobs Lost
"Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA) had a dire prediction for America about sequestration, claiming that 170 million jobs would be lost as a result of the across-the-board cuts.
But according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are only about 140 million jobs in the whole country."
"Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA) had a dire prediction for America about sequestration, claiming that 170 million jobs would be lost as a result of the across-the-board cuts.
But according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are only about 140 million jobs in the whole country."
Conservatives suggest sequestration should target wasteful federal programs
Conservatives suggest sequestration should target wasteful federal programs | Washington Free Beacon: "“Rather than letting illegal immigrants loose, Obama should quit protecting things like funding for robo-squirrels,” said NRCC spokesman Daniel Scarpinato in a statement.
The “robo-squirrels” comment is a reference to a $325,000 federal grant used to build a robotic squirrel as part of a biology experiment."
The “robo-squirrels” comment is a reference to a $325,000 federal grant used to build a robotic squirrel as part of a biology experiment."
What’s Wrong with the Violence Against Women Act?
What’s Wrong with the Violence Against Women Act? | TIME.com
"“We’re not looking to shift money from law enforcement to services,” says Gandy.
“We’re just looking for more money for both.”
Bingo!
"“We’re not looking to shift money from law enforcement to services,” says Gandy.
“We’re just looking for more money for both.”
Bingo!
Big Business Support for Minimum Wage Hikes
Big Business Support for Minimum Wage Hikes [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"But minimum wage workers generally work for smaller, locally owned operations.
These jobs tend to be temporary and help get low-skilled and first-time workers into the workforce.
Many readers have undoubtedly started out with a similar experience.
So while a higher mandated minimum would barely touch larger corporations, it would certainly hurt their small business competition.
Big business loves big government. "
"But minimum wage workers generally work for smaller, locally owned operations.
These jobs tend to be temporary and help get low-skilled and first-time workers into the workforce.
Many readers have undoubtedly started out with a similar experience.
So while a higher mandated minimum would barely touch larger corporations, it would certainly hurt their small business competition.
Big business loves big government. "
Michigan's Best Breakfast Joint: Vote for the Muskegon area's best breakfast spot now!
Michigan's Best Breakfast Joint: Vote for the Muskegon area's best breakfast spot now! | MLive.com:
My vote went to Carmen's.
Great food (BEST pancakes in the Western hemisphere!), extra friendly service and it's where Muskegon politics is happenin'!
My vote went to Carmen's.
Great food (BEST pancakes in the Western hemisphere!), extra friendly service and it's where Muskegon politics is happenin'!
Spending cuts due to ground Navy's Blue Angels flying team
Spending cuts due to ground Navy's Blue Angels flying team | Reuters
"Blue Angels shows scheduled in more than two dozen cities between April and September are expected to be canceled as part of the cuts, said the team's spokeswoman, Lieutenant Katie Kelly. "
"Blue Angels shows scheduled in more than two dozen cities between April and September are expected to be canceled as part of the cuts, said the team's spokeswoman, Lieutenant Katie Kelly. "
from my "friends" at barackobama.com
"Friend
--
Today, because congressional Republicans refused to act, devastating budget cuts known as the sequester are going into effect.
They're self-inflicted wounds, and they didn't have to happen.
Congress can stop all of this right away -- and pursue a balanced approach to deficit reduction.
That's what the vast majority of Americans want, and yesterday, more than 100,000 Americans called on Congress to be reasonable about the budget.
Add your name now:
http://my.barackobama.com/Tell-the-GOP-to-Act
Thanks,
Jon"
All lies, but effective in data mining supporter's e-mail.
Where are our republican "leaders" in communicating with the "Lo-fo"s?
Today, because congressional Republicans refused to act, devastating budget cuts known as the sequester are going into effect.
They're self-inflicted wounds, and they didn't have to happen.
Congress can stop all of this right away -- and pursue a balanced approach to deficit reduction.
That's what the vast majority of Americans want, and yesterday, more than 100,000 Americans called on Congress to be reasonable about the budget.
Add your name now:
http://my.barackobama.com/Tell-the-GOP-to-Act
Thanks,
Jon"
All lies, but effective in data mining supporter's e-mail.
Where are our republican "leaders" in communicating with the "Lo-fo"s?
Michigan Republican Mutiny to Begin?
Michigan Republican Mutiny to Begin? | Jen Kuznicki
"The Michigan House approved the appropriation of grant money from the federal government yesterday with the help of 29 Republicans."
"The Michigan House approved the appropriation of grant money from the federal government yesterday with the help of 29 Republicans."
Legislators Chip Away at Proposal A Property Tax Limits
Legislators Chip Away at Proposal A Property Tax Limits [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"Not surprisingly, Rep. McCready highlights the security provision of his bill, but also argues it will save taxpayer money by giving local citizens an option that doesn't put them in debt for technology.
"A millage for school security or technology will be subject to a vote of the residents — the same as it has always been," he said.
"Bond proposals create future debt.
A sinking fund millage raises X amount each year without borrowing and paying interest."
However, this sidesteps the real issue of adding technology to the allowable uses of sinking funds that have already been approved by voters for more limited purposes — in effect a bait-and-switch.
It also raises the issue of whether technology (mostly computers and software) are long-lived capital assets that justify incurring long-term taxpayer debt."
"Not surprisingly, Rep. McCready highlights the security provision of his bill, but also argues it will save taxpayer money by giving local citizens an option that doesn't put them in debt for technology.
"A millage for school security or technology will be subject to a vote of the residents — the same as it has always been," he said.
"Bond proposals create future debt.
A sinking fund millage raises X amount each year without borrowing and paying interest."
However, this sidesteps the real issue of adding technology to the allowable uses of sinking funds that have already been approved by voters for more limited purposes — in effect a bait-and-switch.
It also raises the issue of whether technology (mostly computers and software) are long-lived capital assets that justify incurring long-term taxpayer debt."
Friday, March 01, 2013
Walter Zimmerman Warns Of Financial Crisis
Walter Zimmerman Warns Of Financial Crisis - Business Insider
""The next leg down will not be a partial correction of the advance since the 2009 lows.
It will be another major financial crisis.
The worst is yet to come.""
""The next leg down will not be a partial correction of the advance since the 2009 lows.
It will be another major financial crisis.
The worst is yet to come.""
ITALY BEHIND RISE IN EUROZONE JOBLESS TO RECORD
News from The Associated Press:
The rise in the Italian rate, which comes as the country is stuck in an 18-month recession and after a wave of economic reforms and tight budgetary controls introduced to control the country's debt, was also the main reason why unemployment across the 17 European Union countries that use the euro rose to a record 11.9 percent during January
The rise in the Italian rate, which comes as the country is stuck in an 18-month recession and after a wave of economic reforms and tight budgetary controls introduced to control the country's debt, was also the main reason why unemployment across the 17 European Union countries that use the euro rose to a record 11.9 percent during January
SEIU 'Skim Tracker' Stops Ticking
SEIU 'Skim Tracker' Stops Ticking [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The SEIU "skim tracker" has finally stopped.
The scrolling money ticker had been calculating the amount of money the Service Employees International Union was taking from home-based caregivers because of a forced unionization scheme that was orchestrated in 2005 when Jennifer Granholm was governor.
As of today, March 1, Michigan's home-based caregivers no longer are unionized. The contract between the union and the dummy employer used for the scheme officially ended Feb. 28."
"The SEIU "skim tracker" has finally stopped.
The scrolling money ticker had been calculating the amount of money the Service Employees International Union was taking from home-based caregivers because of a forced unionization scheme that was orchestrated in 2005 when Jennifer Granholm was governor.
As of today, March 1, Michigan's home-based caregivers no longer are unionized. The contract between the union and the dummy employer used for the scheme officially ended Feb. 28."
Ten good reasons not to worry about polar bears
Ten good reasons not to worry about polar bears | polarbearscience:
"1) Polar bears are a conservation success story.
Their numbers have rebounded remarkably since 1973 and we can say for sure that there are more polar bears now than there were 40 years ago. "
"1) Polar bears are a conservation success story.
Their numbers have rebounded remarkably since 1973 and we can say for sure that there are more polar bears now than there were 40 years ago. "
Will: 'I will not take seriously [Jay] Carney'
Will: 'I will not take seriously [Jay] Carney' [AUDIO] | The Daily Caller:
" the basic position of liberalism is this — whatever the size of the government is at any moment, it’s the bare minimum standing between us and chaos and misery, "
" the basic position of liberalism is this — whatever the size of the government is at any moment, it’s the bare minimum standing between us and chaos and misery, "
Obama donor in process of buying up and 'destroying' America’s top pro-gun media outlets
Obama donor in process of buying up and 'destroying' America’s top pro-gun media outlets | The Daily Caller
"Employees of Obama donor Leo Hindery Jr.’s media conglomerate Intermedia Partners, which now owns most of the top gun-culture media outlets in the country, believe that Hindery plans to gut and destroy all of them as part of a business plan that has already led to numerous layoffs and the virtual shuttering of prominent television production facilities in Minnesota and Montana."
"Employees of Obama donor Leo Hindery Jr.’s media conglomerate Intermedia Partners, which now owns most of the top gun-culture media outlets in the country, believe that Hindery plans to gut and destroy all of them as part of a business plan that has already led to numerous layoffs and the virtual shuttering of prominent television production facilities in Minnesota and Montana."
Mayor Bloomberg: Don’t Panic About the Sequester
Mayor Bloomberg: Don’t Panic About the Sequester | Politicker
"“We are spending money we don’t have,” Mr. Bloomberg explained.
“It’s not like your household. In your household, people are saying, ‘Oh, you can’t spend money you don’t have.’
That is true for your household because nobody is going to lend you an infinite amount of money.
When it comes to the United States federal government, people do seem willing to lend us an infinite amount of money. …
Our debt is so big and so many people own it that it’s preposterous to think that they would stop selling us more. It’s the old story: If you owe the bank $50,000, you got a problem.
If you owe the bank $50 million, they got a problem.
And that’s a problem for the lenders.
They can’t stop lending us more money.”"
"“We are spending money we don’t have,” Mr. Bloomberg explained.
“It’s not like your household. In your household, people are saying, ‘Oh, you can’t spend money you don’t have.’
That is true for your household because nobody is going to lend you an infinite amount of money.
When it comes to the United States federal government, people do seem willing to lend us an infinite amount of money. …
Our debt is so big and so many people own it that it’s preposterous to think that they would stop selling us more. It’s the old story: If you owe the bank $50,000, you got a problem.
If you owe the bank $50 million, they got a problem.
And that’s a problem for the lenders.
They can’t stop lending us more money.”"
Muskegon, Ravenna get total of $156,500 to demolish blight buildings
Muskegon, Ravenna get total of $156,500 to demolish blight buildings | MLive.com
"Muskegon will demolish the empty Bluffton School building at 1875 Waterworks Road and the burnt-out General Plumbing Supply, Inc. building at 510 Ottawa St., neither of which the city owns."
"Muskegon will demolish the empty Bluffton School building at 1875 Waterworks Road and the burnt-out General Plumbing Supply, Inc. building at 510 Ottawa St., neither of which the city owns."
No Privacy with Smart Meters | Big Brother Watch
No Privacy with Smart Meters | Big Brother Watch - Liberty Crier
"Abby Martin takes a look at Smart Meters, how they work, and the threat they pose to personal privacy when energy corporations can record, monitor, and even control your daily activities in your private residence."
"Abby Martin takes a look at Smart Meters, how they work, and the threat they pose to personal privacy when energy corporations can record, monitor, and even control your daily activities in your private residence."
Unique defense doesn't help Muskegon County man found guilty of resisting and obstructing police
Unique defense doesn't help Muskegon County man found guilty of resisting and obstructing police | MLive.com
"Hannett, who acted as his own attorney at the trial but had a legal adviser present, argued he was not guilty because he was an "original man of the land" and had a "God-given right to travel."
"Hannett, who acted as his own attorney at the trial but had a legal adviser present, argued he was not guilty because he was an "original man of the land" and had a "God-given right to travel."
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