How Your Retirement Package Compares to Members of Congress
"As a result, all federal employees get a return on their contributions at a rate that's almost double what other workers do. (See chart.)
But thanks to a faster accrual rate on their savings — 1.7 percent as opposed to 1 percent for everyone else — members of Congress get an even better payout than other federal workers, even though their contributions are higher."
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
How to Stock Your Disaster Pantry
How to Stock Your Disaster Pantry - Popular Mechanics:
"Remember, you don't have to buy it all at once.
Each week, add a few extra items to the shopping list until you've filled up your basement shelves to your satisfaction.
We built up a sample store of goods for this photo as a guide to the sorts of foods that store well and could keep a family of four well-fed and sane through the aftermath."
"Remember, you don't have to buy it all at once.
Each week, add a few extra items to the shopping list until you've filled up your basement shelves to your satisfaction.
We built up a sample store of goods for this photo as a guide to the sorts of foods that store well and could keep a family of four well-fed and sane through the aftermath."
SEIU organizes Hugo Chavez ‘celebration and procession’ to honor ‘Our Comrade’
SEIU organizes Hugo Chavez ‘celebration and procession’ to honor ‘Our Comrade’ - The Global Dispatch: "Fri., March 8 – 6:30pm
Gather at 1199 SEIU
310 West 43rd Street, Manhattan
Candlelight procession to the statue of Simon Bolivar in Central Park
Those who die for life cannot be called dead
A Celebration and procession for the life of our comrade Hugo Chávez,
an extraordinary human and revolutionary.
Your energy, love and example will not be forgotten.
The revolution will continue until there is liberation for all."
Gather at 1199 SEIU
310 West 43rd Street, Manhattan
Candlelight procession to the statue of Simon Bolivar in Central Park
Those who die for life cannot be called dead
A Celebration and procession for the life of our comrade Hugo Chávez,
an extraordinary human and revolutionary.
Your energy, love and example will not be forgotten.
The revolution will continue until there is liberation for all."
Union's attempt to sidestep right-to-work law killed by Saginaw County commissioners
Union's attempt to sidestep right-to-work law killed by Saginaw County commissioners | MLive.com
"Just weeks before Michigan's right-to-work legislation is set to go into effect, Saginaw County's largest employee union came to county leaders Monday, March 11, asking them to do an end run around the new law.
The Office and Professional Employees International Union, Local 459 chapter, came before the Saginaw County Board of Commissioners' Labor Relations Subcommittee Monday to request ratification of a 10-year contract that would preserve a requirement for OPEIU members to pay union dues."
"Just weeks before Michigan's right-to-work legislation is set to go into effect, Saginaw County's largest employee union came to county leaders Monday, March 11, asking them to do an end run around the new law.
The Office and Professional Employees International Union, Local 459 chapter, came before the Saginaw County Board of Commissioners' Labor Relations Subcommittee Monday to request ratification of a 10-year contract that would preserve a requirement for OPEIU members to pay union dues."
Public comments on new Muskegon Farmers Market plans to be gathered March 18
Public comments on new Muskegon Farmers Market plans to be gathered March 18 | MLive.com:
"The first of promised community forums on the relocation of the Muskegon Farmers Market has been scheduled for Monday, March 18."
"The first of promised community forums on the relocation of the Muskegon Farmers Market has been scheduled for Monday, March 18."
Feds Spend $1.5 Million to Study Why Lesbians Are Fat
Feds Spend $1.5 Million to Study Why Lesbians Are Fat | CNS News:
"The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded $1.5 million to study biological and social factors for why “three-quarters” of lesbians are obese and why gay males are not, calling it an issue of “high public-health significance."
"The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded $1.5 million to study biological and social factors for why “three-quarters” of lesbians are obese and why gay males are not, calling it an issue of “high public-health significance."
Cincinnati poll worker charged with voting half dozen times in November
Cincinnati poll worker charged with voting half dozen times in November | Fox News:
"I'll fight it for Mr. Obama and Mr. Obama's right to sit as president of the United States," she proclaimed in the interview.
Officials charged that she voted in her own name by absentee ballot and also in person at the polls, but Hamilton County Prosecuting Attorney Joseph Deters said she also is charged with voting in the name of five other people in various elections."
"I'll fight it for Mr. Obama and Mr. Obama's right to sit as president of the United States," she proclaimed in the interview.
Officials charged that she voted in her own name by absentee ballot and also in person at the polls, but Hamilton County Prosecuting Attorney Joseph Deters said she also is charged with voting in the name of five other people in various elections."
Average Michigan wage earner is $5,000 behind other Americans
Average Michigan wage earner is $5,000 behind other Americans | Bridge Michigan:
"A 2011 study by Michigan Future Inc. found that per capita earnings from private sector wages in the state, adjusted for inflation, were flat at about $20,000 between 1990 and 2010."
"A 2011 study by Michigan Future Inc. found that per capita earnings from private sector wages in the state, adjusted for inflation, were flat at about $20,000 between 1990 and 2010."
Monday, March 11, 2013
Muskegon broadcaster's labor of love on the market for $300,000
Muskegon broadcaster's labor of love on the market for $300,000 | Detroit Free Press | freep.com: "MUSKEGON -- Doesn't anyone out there want to own a TV station?
That's the question Bud Kelley, the owner of WMKG (Channel 38) in Muskegon, has been asking himself for five years.
He very much wants to sell.
He has sent e-mails, hired a media broker to shop it and dropped the asking price to $300,000, down from $500,000.
He even listed the station on eBay."
That's the question Bud Kelley, the owner of WMKG (Channel 38) in Muskegon, has been asking himself for five years.
He very much wants to sell.
He has sent e-mails, hired a media broker to shop it and dropped the asking price to $300,000, down from $500,000.
He even listed the station on eBay."
Muskegon City Commission: Commerce at Pere Marquette Park to be discussed at Monday work session
Muskegon City Commission: Commerce at Pere Marquette Park to be discussed at Monday work session | MLive.com:
The CJ's on the Beach discussion will likely open up the whole future of commercial development at the community’s premier Lake Michigan beach.
That discussion begins at the work session Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Muskegon City Hall, 933 Terrace St. The city commission’s regular meeting is Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.
Steyn: US 'doomed' in wake of Pop Tart gun suspension
Steyn: US 'doomed' in wake of Pop Tart gun suspension [AUDIO] | The Daily Caller
Steyn, author of “After America: Get Ready for Armageddon,” compared this generation of children, who may have felt threatened by the so-called Pop Tart gun, to the American generation that stormed the beaches of Normandy.
“You’re doomed, America,” Steyn said. “You’re done for. No society can survive this level of stupidity. The school counselor is available to meet with any students who are traumatized by hearing reports of some guy four grades below them who nibbles a Pop Tart into a gun-like shape. I’ve never subscribed to this whole greatest generation thing, you know. But you look at those guys, they weren’t much older than the kids from the school. A lot of them were like 17, 18 years old. And they’re storming out of these transport ships in the churning waters of the English Channel and the North Sea, and they’re landing on the beaches of Normandy. And their getting out of these, and they are storming up the beaches and they’re taking German gunfire and all the rest.”
Steyn went on to say that society cannot survive this sort of “institutionalized stupidity.”
“Do you think if you raised people so that you make a school counselor to available to them in cased they’ve been traumatized by someone who was nibbled a Pop Tart into the shape of a gun — do you think if they’re ever called upon to get out those ships and the storm the beaches of Normandy, do you think they’re going to be up to that? ‘Oh no look, the Germans, they’re all holding Pop Tarts! AAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!’ No society can survive this level of stupidity. These small things are not small. They tell you a lot about the institutionalized stupidity of our institutions.”
Bad Science and Bad Journalism are a Bad Combination
Bad Science and Bad Journalism are a Bad Combination:
On Wednesday, March 6, the House Science, Space and Technology Committee sent out a notice that its hearing on global warming was cancelled due to the chilly weather and a snowstorm that was about to hit the nation’s capital."
On Wednesday, March 6, the House Science, Space and Technology Committee sent out a notice that its hearing on global warming was cancelled due to the chilly weather and a snowstorm that was about to hit the nation’s capital."
SEC hits Illinois with securities fraud charges
SEC hits Illinois with securities fraud charges - Sun-Times Politics:
"The finding of securities fraud doesn't subject the state to any fines or penalties but amounts to a warning to potential investors about the state's past financial misdeeds."
"The finding of securities fraud doesn't subject the state to any fines or penalties but amounts to a warning to potential investors about the state's past financial misdeeds."
New Muskegon prosecutor gets radio show
New Muskegon prosecutor gets radio show | News | Muskegon News:
"MUSKEGON, Mich. (WZZM) - New Muskegon County Prosecutor D.J. Hilson will begin hosting a radio show next week.
"Straight Talk with D.J. Hilson" will be live on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month on 103.7, The Beat starting at 5:00pm.
The station is giving the prosecutor the half-hour live show to talk directly to the community about issues like crime prevention, courts, and the police."
"MUSKEGON, Mich. (WZZM) - New Muskegon County Prosecutor D.J. Hilson will begin hosting a radio show next week.
"Straight Talk with D.J. Hilson" will be live on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month on 103.7, The Beat starting at 5:00pm.
The station is giving the prosecutor the half-hour live show to talk directly to the community about issues like crime prevention, courts, and the police."
Sunday, March 10, 2013
What Do You Think about Obama Pardoning the Sequester and Sending It to Portugal?
What Do You Think about Obama Pardoning the Sequester and Sending It to Portugal? - By Andrew Johnson - The Corner - National Review Online:
The question to passers-by: What do you think about Obama pardoning the sequester and sending it to Portugal?"
Must see to the end!
The question to passers-by: What do you think about Obama pardoning the sequester and sending it to Portugal?"
Must see to the end!
The American Ignoramus
Articles: The American Ignoramus:
"What does it mean? At best, the U.S. will have bad political leaders, chosen by low information voters.
At worst, American democracy will slowly shrivel due to widespread ignorance.
Ignorance seldom leads to happy endings."
"What does it mean? At best, the U.S. will have bad political leaders, chosen by low information voters.
At worst, American democracy will slowly shrivel due to widespread ignorance.
Ignorance seldom leads to happy endings."
Green Cars Have a Dirty Little Secret
Bjorn Lomborg: Green Cars Have a Dirty Little Secret - WSJ.com:
"When an electric car rolls off the production line, it has already been responsible for 30,000 pounds of carbon-dioxide emission. The amount for making a conventional car: 14,000 pounds."....But remember, the production of the electric car has already resulted in sizeable emissions—the equivalent of 80,000 miles of travel in the vehicle.So unless the electric car is driven a lot, it will never get ahead environmentally.
And that turns out to be a challenge.
Consider the Nissan Leaf. It has only a 73-mile range per charge. Drivers attempting long road trips, as in one BBC test drive, have reported that recharging takes so long that the average speed is close to six miles per hour—a bit faster than your average jogger.To make matters worse, the batteries in electric cars fade with time, just as they do in a cellphone. Nissan estimates that after five years, the less effective batteries in a typical Leaf bring the range down to 55 miles.
As the MIT Technology Review cautioned last year: "Don't Drive Your Nissan Leaf Too Much."
"When an electric car rolls off the production line, it has already been responsible for 30,000 pounds of carbon-dioxide emission. The amount for making a conventional car: 14,000 pounds."....But remember, the production of the electric car has already resulted in sizeable emissions—the equivalent of 80,000 miles of travel in the vehicle.So unless the electric car is driven a lot, it will never get ahead environmentally.
And that turns out to be a challenge.
Consider the Nissan Leaf. It has only a 73-mile range per charge. Drivers attempting long road trips, as in one BBC test drive, have reported that recharging takes so long that the average speed is close to six miles per hour—a bit faster than your average jogger.To make matters worse, the batteries in electric cars fade with time, just as they do in a cellphone. Nissan estimates that after five years, the less effective batteries in a typical Leaf bring the range down to 55 miles.
As the MIT Technology Review cautioned last year: "Don't Drive Your Nissan Leaf Too Much."
Muskegon County Sheriff's Office may provide reflective safety vests to pedestrians, bicyclers
Muskegon County Sheriff's Office may provide reflective safety vests to pedestrians, bicyclers | MLive.com: "“There is a private citizen who has expressed a genuine interest in how to make it safer for the joggers and bikers and walkers in our area,” said Sheriff Dean Roesler.
“We will be working on a program to provide reflective vests to those who request them.
The program details are in the preliminary stages, but Roesler said he would like to make that happen soon for area residents who enjoy exercising outdoors."
“We will be working on a program to provide reflective vests to those who request them.
The program details are in the preliminary stages, but Roesler said he would like to make that happen soon for area residents who enjoy exercising outdoors."
'Toaster Pastry Gun Freedom Act' proposed in Maryland
'Toaster Pastry Gun Freedom Act' proposed in Maryland | The Daily Caller
"Students could also form their fingers in the shape of a gun without fear of reprisal.
The bill also includes a section mandating counseling for school officials who fail to distinguish between guns and things that resemble guns.
School officials who fail to make such a distinction more than once would face discipline themselves."
"Students could also form their fingers in the shape of a gun without fear of reprisal.
The bill also includes a section mandating counseling for school officials who fail to distinguish between guns and things that resemble guns.
School officials who fail to make such a distinction more than once would face discipline themselves."
Suburbs secede from Atlanta
Suburbs secede from Atlanta
"Some are quietly wondering whether Atlanta is in danger of becoming “the Detroit of the South.”
"Some are quietly wondering whether Atlanta is in danger of becoming “the Detroit of the South.”
Friday, March 08, 2013
Professional fundraisers pocketing 65% of donations collected for charities in Michigan
Schuette: Professional fundraisers pocketing 65% of donations collected for charities in Michigan | MLive.com: "Click here to see the full report, which is organized by both charity name and professional fundraiser.
Or visit the Michigan Attorney General's website to search by charity."
Or visit the Michigan Attorney General's website to search by charity."
MEDC exec goes to Pacific to raise money for state
Tom Walsh: MEDC exec goes to Pacific to raise money for state | Tom Walsh | Detroit Free Press | freep.com
"On Wednesday this week, Paul Brown is to take off on a business trip to Hawaii, Guam and Saipan, the largest of Northern Mariana Islands in the western Pacific Ocean.
Tough duty for a Michigan public servant in February, eh?
Incredulous as it may sound, Brown, vice president of capital markets for the Michigan Economic Development Corp., is generating money for Michigan's treasury by peddling the state's expertise in running small-business lending programs to other states and U.S. territories."
"On Wednesday this week, Paul Brown is to take off on a business trip to Hawaii, Guam and Saipan, the largest of Northern Mariana Islands in the western Pacific Ocean.
Tough duty for a Michigan public servant in February, eh?
Incredulous as it may sound, Brown, vice president of capital markets for the Michigan Economic Development Corp., is generating money for Michigan's treasury by peddling the state's expertise in running small-business lending programs to other states and U.S. territories."
UM, lecturers reach deal before right-to-work law
UM, lecturers reach deal before right-to-work law | Crain's Detroit Business
"ANN ARBOR — The University of Michigan says it's reached a tentative agreement on a five-year contract with a union representing 1,500 lectures ahead of the effective date for the state's right-to-work law.
The Detroit News reported that the Ann Arbor-based school and the Lecturers' Employee Organization announced the agreement Wednesday.
The deal replaces one that expires April 20.In Detroit, Wayne State University faculty union members completed voting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday"
"ANN ARBOR — The University of Michigan says it's reached a tentative agreement on a five-year contract with a union representing 1,500 lectures ahead of the effective date for the state's right-to-work law.
The Detroit News reported that the Ann Arbor-based school and the Lecturers' Employee Organization announced the agreement Wednesday.
The deal replaces one that expires April 20.In Detroit, Wayne State University faculty union members completed voting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday"
Neighbors sue owner of $5.5 million lakefront mansion, trying to stop parties and special events
Neighbors sue owner of $5.5 million lakefront mansion, trying to stop parties and special events | MLive.com
"Built on three lots along Lake Michigan, the modernistic 3-story home is listed for $5.5 million, making it the most expensive real estate listing in West Michigan."
"Built on three lots along Lake Michigan, the modernistic 3-story home is listed for $5.5 million, making it the most expensive real estate listing in West Michigan."
With Carl Levin not seeking reelection, 6 people who may run for his U.S. Senate seat
With Carl Levin not seeking reelection, 6 people who may run for his U.S. Senate seat | MLive.com
"“The impact is that you now have a lot more grassroots enthusiasm because now you have two huge races,” he said, which will rally the base to get to the polls.
Turnout was an issue for the Democrats in 2010, when Snyder trounced the Democratic nominee, Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero."
Demos will be jazzed.
GOPers better get goin'!
"“The impact is that you now have a lot more grassroots enthusiasm because now you have two huge races,” he said, which will rally the base to get to the polls.
Turnout was an issue for the Democrats in 2010, when Snyder trounced the Democratic nominee, Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero."
Demos will be jazzed.
GOPers better get goin'!
Public Employee Pension Systems Raided To Pay Film Studio Bills
Public Employee Pension Systems Raided To Pay Film Studio Bills [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"Under a deal made in 2010 by then-Gov. Jennifer Granholm, the State of Michigan Retirement Systems is on the hook for those missing payments. Michigan Motion Pictures Studios was formerly known as Raleigh Studios."
"Under a deal made in 2010 by then-Gov. Jennifer Granholm, the State of Michigan Retirement Systems is on the hook for those missing payments. Michigan Motion Pictures Studios was formerly known as Raleigh Studios."
Fed: Detroit-based Ally Financial the only one of 18 banks tested that couldn't weather severe slump
Fed: Detroit-based Ally Financial the only one of 18 banks tested that couldn't weather severe slump | Crain's Detroit Business:
Detroit-based Ally Financial Inc., the auto lender majority-owned by U.S. taxpayers, was the only one of 18 of the country's largest banks tested that could not withstand a deep recession and maintain capital above a regulatory minimum - a sign of how higher standards and supervisory prodding are strengthening the financial system, the Federal Reserve said."
Detroit-based Ally Financial Inc., the auto lender majority-owned by U.S. taxpayers, was the only one of 18 of the country's largest banks tested that could not withstand a deep recession and maintain capital above a regulatory minimum - a sign of how higher standards and supervisory prodding are strengthening the financial system, the Federal Reserve said."
Thursday, March 07, 2013
NAPOLITANO: A divine right of arms
NAPOLITANO: A divine right of arms - Washington Times
"The president and his big-government colleagues want you to believe that only the government can keep you free and safe, so to them, the essence of this debate is about obedience to law."
"The president and his big-government colleagues want you to believe that only the government can keep you free and safe, so to them, the essence of this debate is about obedience to law."
Student sues GVSU over guinea pig, awarded $40K
Student sues GVSU over guinea pig, awarded $40K | wzzm13.com:
"GVSU said it was a prohibited pet but Velzen said her doctor prescribed the guinea pig as a companion animal to help her deal with chronic depression.
As part of the settlement, GVSU has agreed to grant future requests by Velzen to live with a guinea pig or similar companion animal."
"GVSU said it was a prohibited pet but Velzen said her doctor prescribed the guinea pig as a companion animal to help her deal with chronic depression.
As part of the settlement, GVSU has agreed to grant future requests by Velzen to live with a guinea pig or similar companion animal."
Question of the Day: Should local governments be involved in the trash business?
Question of the Day: Should local governments be involved in the trash business? | MLive.com
"Currently, Norton Shores homeowners chose their own trash, yard waste and recyclables hauler -- a longstanding responsibility in the city's short 45-year-old history, officials said."
"Currently, Norton Shores homeowners chose their own trash, yard waste and recyclables hauler -- a longstanding responsibility in the city's short 45-year-old history, officials said."
Violence Against Women Act--Passed in GOP-Controlled House--Covers Transgenders
Violence Against Women Act--Passed in GOP-Controlled House--Covers Transgenders | CNS News
"The new law does not provide a definition for transgender or bisexual.
However, the American Psychological Association defines transgender as “an umbrella term for persons whose gender identity, gender expression, or behavior does not conform to that typically associated with the sex to which they were assigned at birth.
Gender identity refers to a person’s internal sense of being male, female, or something else; gender expression refers to the way a person communicates gender identity to others through behavior, clothing, hairstyles, voice, or body characteristics.”
"The new law does not provide a definition for transgender or bisexual.
However, the American Psychological Association defines transgender as “an umbrella term for persons whose gender identity, gender expression, or behavior does not conform to that typically associated with the sex to which they were assigned at birth.
Gender identity refers to a person’s internal sense of being male, female, or something else; gender expression refers to the way a person communicates gender identity to others through behavior, clothing, hairstyles, voice, or body characteristics.”
Salazar: 28% of ‘Recoverable Oil ‘ Now Off-Limits in National Petroleum Reserve
Salazar: 28% of ‘Recoverable Oil ‘ Now Off-Limits in National Petroleum Reserve | CNS News
"Outgoing Interior Secretary Ken Salazar signed a directive that places 28 percent of the “estimated economically recoverable oil” in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska off-limits.
The 22.8-million acre reserve in Alaska’s North Slope has been protected as an oil resource for the United States since 1923."
"Outgoing Interior Secretary Ken Salazar signed a directive that places 28 percent of the “estimated economically recoverable oil” in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska off-limits.
The 22.8-million acre reserve in Alaska’s North Slope has been protected as an oil resource for the United States since 1923."
Privacy bill would ban police from getting email and location data without a warrant
Privacy bill would ban police from getting email and location data without a warrant | The Verge
"Privacy advocates in Congress have introduced another bi-partisan bill attempting to amend decades-old legislation that has allowed police and government to search private data without a warrant.
The bill, called the Online Communications and Geolocation Privacy Act, looks to fix the severely outdated Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 so that email and location data stored by third parties like Google or AT&T receive the same warrant protections as data stored on a personal computer."
The government can get this info TODAY WITHOUT A WARRANT!
"Privacy advocates in Congress have introduced another bi-partisan bill attempting to amend decades-old legislation that has allowed police and government to search private data without a warrant.
The bill, called the Online Communications and Geolocation Privacy Act, looks to fix the severely outdated Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 so that email and location data stored by third parties like Google or AT&T receive the same warrant protections as data stored on a personal computer."
The government can get this info TODAY WITHOUT A WARRANT!
Rep. Paul Ryan’s new Medicare cutoff: 56
Rep. Paul Ryan’s new Medicare cutoff: 56 - The Hill
"Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) is pressing GOP centrists to accept a budget that would cut Medicare benefits for recipients who are now 56 years old.
The House Budget Committee chairman and 2012 GOP vice presidential candidate argues the change is necessary to help him produce a budget next week that balances within 10 years. "
"Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) is pressing GOP centrists to accept a budget that would cut Medicare benefits for recipients who are now 56 years old.
The House Budget Committee chairman and 2012 GOP vice presidential candidate argues the change is necessary to help him produce a budget next week that balances within 10 years. "
Big Hollywood Bailout: Taxpayers Spent Nearly $40 Million To Subsidize Disney's 'Oz'
Big Hollywood Bailout: Taxpayers Spent Nearly $40 Million To Subsidize Disney's 'Oz' [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"In 2010, Michigan had an annual unemployment rate of 12.5 percent.
Then-Gov. Jennifer Granholm told lawmakers to expect a $1.58 billion deficit in the following year and to expect a $263 per pupil cut for K-12 education.
Yet, the state played a part in allowing one of the most lucrative companies in the world to post a record $4.8 billion in profits by handing it nearly $40 million in film tax credits."
"In 2010, Michigan had an annual unemployment rate of 12.5 percent.
Then-Gov. Jennifer Granholm told lawmakers to expect a $1.58 billion deficit in the following year and to expect a $263 per pupil cut for K-12 education.
Yet, the state played a part in allowing one of the most lucrative companies in the world to post a record $4.8 billion in profits by handing it nearly $40 million in film tax credits."
White House Visitors Office director received $30,000 raise in 4 years
White House Visitors Office director received $30,000 raise in 4 years | The Daily Caller
"The White House said on Tuesday that it is canceling all White House public tours due to the automatic spending cuts passed by Congress and signed by President Barack Obama as part of the Budget Control Act of 2011."
"The White House said on Tuesday that it is canceling all White House public tours due to the automatic spending cuts passed by Congress and signed by President Barack Obama as part of the Budget Control Act of 2011."
Thrown Off United Flight For Taking Photo
3 On Your Side: Thrown Off United Flight For Taking Photo « CBS Philly
"As Klint recalls, “The flight attendant runs over and says, ‘You can’t take a picture.’
"As Klint recalls, “The flight attendant runs over and says, ‘You can’t take a picture.’
Once Again, Obama Suggests That Laws Don’t Apply to Him
Once Again, Obama Suggests That Laws Don’t Apply to Him | The Weekly Standard:\
"According to the House Budget Committee, in the 88 years from 1921 through 2008 (the year that President George W. Bush submitted his final budget), the president was a full week late submitting his budget only four times.
Obama has now single-handedly matched that mark. "
"According to the House Budget Committee, in the 88 years from 1921 through 2008 (the year that President George W. Bush submitted his final budget), the president was a full week late submitting his budget only four times.
Obama has now single-handedly matched that mark. "
GOP questions rush pre-RTW contracts
GOP questions rush pre-RTW contracts | Michigan | onPolitix
The legislation will go into effect March 28, and many unions are trying to renew or extend their contracts -- some by as much as a decade -- before then. "
The legislation will go into effect March 28, and many unions are trying to renew or extend their contracts -- some by as much as a decade -- before then. "
Credit Boom Warning Sign? Buybacks Hit $1 Trillion
Credit Boom Warning Sign? Buybacks Hit $1 Trillion
"Buybacks have been the main driver of higher equity prices during the current credit boom, which began in 2009, as all other major stock market participants combined have been net sellers.""
"Buybacks have been the main driver of higher equity prices during the current credit boom, which began in 2009, as all other major stock market participants combined have been net sellers.""
Timing is everything, and now is not the time for an Olympics bid for Detroit
Timing is everything, and now is not the time for an Olympics bid for Detroit | Crain's Detroit Business
"Timing is everything.
When the call came in from the U.S. Olympic Committee last month for Detroit to consider bidding on the 2024 Olympic games, the timing certainly seemed off.
But the invitation was interpreted as a long-term vote of confidence in Detroit's future."
"Timing is everything.
When the call came in from the U.S. Olympic Committee last month for Detroit to consider bidding on the 2024 Olympic games, the timing certainly seemed off.
But the invitation was interpreted as a long-term vote of confidence in Detroit's future."
Kidney disease and its causes are prevalent in Muskegon County
Kidney disease and its causes are prevalent in Muskegon County | MLive.com
"In 2010, kidney disease made up 19.7 percent of the leading causes of death in Muskegon County while diabetes made up 33.1 percent of the leading causes of the death in the county compared to 27.3 percent statewide."
"In 2010, kidney disease made up 19.7 percent of the leading causes of death in Muskegon County while diabetes made up 33.1 percent of the leading causes of the death in the county compared to 27.3 percent statewide."
Indefinite detention: Michigan Senate approves bill prohibiting cooperation with federal government
Indefinite detention: Michigan Senate approves bill prohibiting cooperation with federal government | MLive.com
"The Michigan Senate today unanimously approved a bill that would prohibit state and local law enforcement officials from assisting the federal government in the indefinite detention of citizens of the United States."
"The Michigan Senate today unanimously approved a bill that would prohibit state and local law enforcement officials from assisting the federal government in the indefinite detention of citizens of the United States."
State: Michigan's Boy Scout summer camp tents won't be required to have smoke detectors
State: Michigan's Boy Scout summer camp tents won't be required to have smoke detectors | MLive.com: "Akerly said the issue relates to a rule that has been on the books since 2009. He said it was being interpreted differently by a bureau that oversees children's camps."
‘Christ’ banned from Longview council invocations
‘Christ’ banned from Longview council invocations | The Today File | Seattle Times:
"LONGVIEW (AP) — Ministers should refrain from invoking Jesus Christ in invocations for City Council meetings, Longview Mayor Don Jensen said.
Jensen told the Kelso-Longview Ministerial Association last month that such prayers were not acceptable because they could expose the city to a lawsuit"
"LONGVIEW (AP) — Ministers should refrain from invoking Jesus Christ in invocations for City Council meetings, Longview Mayor Don Jensen said.
Jensen told the Kelso-Longview Ministerial Association last month that such prayers were not acceptable because they could expose the city to a lawsuit"
Wednesday, March 06, 2013
Ex-DEA heads, UN panel urge US to nullify pot laws
"Eight former U.S. drug chiefs warned the federal government Tuesday that time is running out to nullify Colorado and Washington's new laws legalizing recreational marijuana use, and a United Nations agency also urged challenges to the measures it says violate international treaties...."
BIG news here in "jail-free maryjane" Frisco!
BIG news here in "jail-free maryjane" Frisco!
Tuesday, March 05, 2013
I-70 re-opened both directions after 2 giant pileups - The Denver Post
I-70 re-opened both directions after 2 giant pileups - The Denver Post: "
Crashed cars are visible along Eastbound on I-70 near Copper Mountain. (Holly Davis, Special to the Post)
Accidents involving more than 50 cars closed all lanes of I-70 in the mountains for much of Monday afternoon.
Westbound lanes of the interstate reopened about 4:45 p.m., with eastbound lanes re-opening about 5:15 p.m., the Colorado Department of Transportation reported.
Lake Dillon Fire Rescue reported one accident involving 25 vehicles and 27 people on I-70 in Silverthorne near the Blue River Parkway exit.
Another pileup, about three miles east, involved 29 vehicles, according to the Colorado State Patrol, but no injuries were reported there."
Crashed cars are visible along Eastbound on I-70 near Copper Mountain. (Holly Davis, Special to the Post)
Accidents involving more than 50 cars closed all lanes of I-70 in the mountains for much of Monday afternoon.
Westbound lanes of the interstate reopened about 4:45 p.m., with eastbound lanes re-opening about 5:15 p.m., the Colorado Department of Transportation reported.
Lake Dillon Fire Rescue reported one accident involving 25 vehicles and 27 people on I-70 in Silverthorne near the Blue River Parkway exit.
Another pileup, about three miles east, involved 29 vehicles, according to the Colorado State Patrol, but no injuries were reported there."
Muskegon County Jail addition, juvenile center plan one step closer to reality
Muskegon County Jail addition, juvenile center plan one step closer to reality | MLive.com
"Muskegon County Commissioners meeting as the Courts and Public Safety Committee on Tuesday, March 5, voted unanimously to move the project forward, paving the way to formally approve the proposal at their March 12 meeting."
"Muskegon County Commissioners meeting as the Courts and Public Safety Committee on Tuesday, March 5, voted unanimously to move the project forward, paving the way to formally approve the proposal at their March 12 meeting."
Critics of Terrace Point Landing want more public access to Muskegon Lake shoreline
Critics of Terrace Point Landing want more public access to Muskegon Lake shoreline | MLive.com
"“With a slight change of the design, a well thought out walking path would create a waterfront pedestrian path,” Mullally told city commissioners last week after they already had approved the Terrace Point Landing plans."
"“With a slight change of the design, a well thought out walking path would create a waterfront pedestrian path,” Mullally told city commissioners last week after they already had approved the Terrace Point Landing plans."
TSA uniform perks more expensive than Marine Corps
TSA uniform perks more expensive than Marine Corps | WashingtonExaminer.com
"Under their new collective bargaining agreement, Transportation Security Administration officers get to spend more taxpayer money on their uniforms every year than a United States Marine Corps lieutenant can spend in a lifetime."
"Under their new collective bargaining agreement, Transportation Security Administration officers get to spend more taxpayer money on their uniforms every year than a United States Marine Corps lieutenant can spend in a lifetime."
Gas up 5 cents in West Michigan, but price tracking website shows wide gap among stations
Gas up 5 cents in West Michigan, but price tracking website shows wide gap among stations | MLive.com
It must still be Bush's fault.... right?
Gas is $3.45 here in far off Frisco, CO.
It must still be Bush's fault.... right?
Gas is $3.45 here in far off Frisco, CO.
Interstate 70 open after multi-car pileups
Interstate 70 open after multi-car pileups | SummitDaily.com
"Twenty-five vehicles crashed in the first accident just after 1 p.m. near the Silverthorne exit as heavy snowfall collected on the roads and limited visibility.
The second accident occurred just hours later, when 29 vehicles piled up on the eastbound lanes of I-70 between the two Frisco exits. "
We were smack dab in the middle of the 2nd group of crashes.
Only about an hour of stoppage and our exit was next so we ere lucky.
Our Holiday Inn is next to a big open area where they are dumping the crashed vehicles........ cool!
"Twenty-five vehicles crashed in the first accident just after 1 p.m. near the Silverthorne exit as heavy snowfall collected on the roads and limited visibility.
The second accident occurred just hours later, when 29 vehicles piled up on the eastbound lanes of I-70 between the two Frisco exits. "
We were smack dab in the middle of the 2nd group of crashes.
Only about an hour of stoppage and our exit was next so we ere lucky.
Our Holiday Inn is next to a big open area where they are dumping the crashed vehicles........ cool!
Sunday, March 03, 2013
Why Teens Are Tiring of Facebook
HARDOCP - Why Teens Are Tiring of Facebook
"Why Teens Are Tiring of Facebook
Nothing lasts forever and so it goes for Facebook.
Not that Facebook is suffering from a mass exodus of its teen-centric audience, but the signs are there that teens are turning from Facebook to smaller, simpler and less regulated sites.
Once a site becomes mainstream, teens will be the first to look for alternative sites to meet with their friends."
"Why Teens Are Tiring of Facebook
Nothing lasts forever and so it goes for Facebook.
Not that Facebook is suffering from a mass exodus of its teen-centric audience, but the signs are there that teens are turning from Facebook to smaller, simpler and less regulated sites.
Once a site becomes mainstream, teens will be the first to look for alternative sites to meet with their friends."
High School Student Disarms Gunman…Gets Suspended?
High School Student Disarms Gunman…Gets Suspended? | TheBlaze.com:
The school’s referral slip said he was given an “emergency suspension” for being involved in an “incident” with a weapon.
Lee County School District spokesman Alberto Rodriguez said in a statement that “If there is a potentially dangerous situation, Florida law allows the principal to suspend a student immediately pending a hearing.”
The school’s referral slip said he was given an “emergency suspension” for being involved in an “incident” with a weapon.
Lee County School District spokesman Alberto Rodriguez said in a statement that “If there is a potentially dangerous situation, Florida law allows the principal to suspend a student immediately pending a hearing.”
Saturday, March 02, 2013
Are You Living in a Fourth Amendment Exclusion Zone?
Are You Living in a Fourth Amendment Exclusion Zone?
"It all started in 2008, when the DHS declared that certain ‘border control agents’ could search the electronic belongings of individuals without suspicion — let alone a warrant.
Bypassing the rights provided by the Constitutional to every citizen of the United States, the DHS immediately came under fire for the policy.
The response?
The DHS promised to have the policy reviewed within 120 days.
The catch?
The review was done two years late and by their own review panel known as the Civil Liberties Impact division.
Absent of any independent input in their secretive review, the DHS published a brief document stating that the suspicionless search policy was perfectly reasonable.
Laptops, cell phones, camcorders, and all other gadgets were open game for the DHS within the ‘borders’ of the country."
"It all started in 2008, when the DHS declared that certain ‘border control agents’ could search the electronic belongings of individuals without suspicion — let alone a warrant.
Bypassing the rights provided by the Constitutional to every citizen of the United States, the DHS immediately came under fire for the policy.
The response?
The DHS promised to have the policy reviewed within 120 days.
The catch?
The review was done two years late and by their own review panel known as the Civil Liberties Impact division.
Absent of any independent input in their secretive review, the DHS published a brief document stating that the suspicionless search policy was perfectly reasonable.
Laptops, cell phones, camcorders, and all other gadgets were open game for the DHS within the ‘borders’ of the country."
Ammo Shortage Solutions: One Box Workout™
Ammo Shortage Solutions: One Box Workout™ - Officer.com:
"One Box Workout™
Dry-practice is extremely beneficial from the aspect of body mechanics and training neuromuscular pathways. However, as every fifteen year old boy knows, there is no actual substitute for the real thing.
When you hit the range to practice, you should first have a plan.
If your plan is simply to shoot up a hundred rounds, that’s little more than noise-generation and empty brass creation.
A couple of years ago I developed a simple base-line training or practice drill that I call the One Box Workout™."
"One Box Workout™
Dry-practice is extremely beneficial from the aspect of body mechanics and training neuromuscular pathways. However, as every fifteen year old boy knows, there is no actual substitute for the real thing.
When you hit the range to practice, you should first have a plan.
If your plan is simply to shoot up a hundred rounds, that’s little more than noise-generation and empty brass creation.
A couple of years ago I developed a simple base-line training or practice drill that I call the One Box Workout™."
Declaring Detroit in financial emergency, Snyder says it's time to move forward
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."
"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."
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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