Government Workers Ride Into a Golden Sunset on the Backs of Taxpayers Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association
"For those who work in the private sector, the dream of enjoying a comfortable retirement has become just that -- a dream.
The impact of the recession continues to be brutal, especially on older workers.
“More than seven-in-ten (72 percent) workers over the age of 60 who said they are putting off their retirement are doing so because they can’t afford to retire,” according to a recent survey by CareerBuilder.
In California, with unemployment and under employment totaling over 21 percent – only Michigan with its decaying auto industry is worse off – older people being forced to work longer may regard themselves as lucky just to have a job.
This is not a concern for those who enjoy the job security of working for California government.
The highest paid public workers in all 50 states -- some of whom are able to retire as many 15 years earlier than the private sector average with pensions nearing full time-pay -- continue to be shielded from the impact of our dismal economy by their sponsors in the state Legislature."
Tuesday, May 04, 2010
Charters May Be Forced Into Public School Retirement System
Charters May Be Forced Into Public School Retirement System
"About 4,000 charter school teachers could be forced into the state's public school retirement system.
That's one item Michigan lawmakers are considering as they negotiate incentives to encourage more teachers to retire."
The bogus "it's for the children" ain't gonna fly here.
This is a flat out disgusting union grab pushed by their slobbering democrat political enablers.
It's anti-child, anti-teacher and anti-taxpayer.
And it's emblematic of what Michigan is today and will be for the foreseeable future.
(HT Cal)
"About 4,000 charter school teachers could be forced into the state's public school retirement system.
That's one item Michigan lawmakers are considering as they negotiate incentives to encourage more teachers to retire."
The bogus "it's for the children" ain't gonna fly here.
This is a flat out disgusting union grab pushed by their slobbering democrat political enablers.
It's anti-child, anti-teacher and anti-taxpayer.
And it's emblematic of what Michigan is today and will be for the foreseeable future.
(HT Cal)
letter to the county commission chairman
To commissioner Mahoney.
Copy to all other commissioners, Ted Williams, County clerk Waters
Dear commissioner Mahoney,
Last week I asked you to clarify your interpretation of the rules governing public participation at county meetings.
As I have yet to hear from you, I will ask again.
The rules as posted on the county web site are clear:
"1. On an agenda item, by providing a completed “Public Participation” form to the
secretary, chair or committee member, and being recognized by the chair during
discussion of the time;"
Your recently approved rules specifically mention "agenda item", "public participation form" and "during discussion of the time" an agenda item is being discussed.
It is clear to me that your rules encourage public comment during discussion and before a vote is taken on an agenda item.
The form is less clear but explicitly states that it is the "Public Participation" form:
My questions are simple:
1. Are citizens allowed to address the full board or committees during discussion of specific agenda items before a vote is taken?
2. If the answer is "yes", what do we citizens have do to get the approval to speak from the chairman of the county board?
3. If the answer is "no", please explain.
China May ‘Crash’ in Next 9 to 12 Months, Faber Says
China May ‘Crash’ in Next 9 to 12 Months, Faber Says (Update3) - Bloomberg.co
"Investor Marc Faber said China’s economy will slow and possibly “crash” within a year as declines in stock and commodity prices signal the nation’s property bubble is set to burst."
"Investor Marc Faber said China’s economy will slow and possibly “crash” within a year as declines in stock and commodity prices signal the nation’s property bubble is set to burst."
Candidates have until May 11 to file for Muskegon County drain commissioner's post
Candidates have until May 11 to file for Muskegon County drain commissioner's post
"Candidates for the suddenly vacant post of Muskegon County drain commissioner, a countywide partisan elective office, have until 4 p.m. May 11 to file declarations of candidacy with the Muskegon County clerk’s office."
David Fisher is absolutely the most qualified to fill the job.
I hope that democrats Waters and Tague do the right thing for Muskegon and appoint Dave Fisher right now!
It might be a first.
It might be the begining of better times for Muskegon.
"Candidates for the suddenly vacant post of Muskegon County drain commissioner, a countywide partisan elective office, have until 4 p.m. May 11 to file declarations of candidacy with the Muskegon County clerk’s office."
David Fisher is absolutely the most qualified to fill the job.
I hope that democrats Waters and Tague do the right thing for Muskegon and appoint Dave Fisher right now!
It might be a first.
It might be the begining of better times for Muskegon.
Republicans Sound Alarm on Administration Plan to Seize 401(k)s
Republicans Sound Alarm on Administration Plan to Seize 401(k)s
"In February, the White House released its “Annual Report on the Middle Class” containing new regulations favored by Big Labor including a bailout of critically underfunded union pension plans through “retirement security” options.
The radical solution most favored by Big Labor is the seizure of private 401(k) plans for government disbursement -- which lets them off the hook for their collapsing retirement scheme.
And, of course, the Obama administration is eager to accommodate their buddies."
This government is at war with its citizens.
When will we wake up?
"In February, the White House released its “Annual Report on the Middle Class” containing new regulations favored by Big Labor including a bailout of critically underfunded union pension plans through “retirement security” options.
The radical solution most favored by Big Labor is the seizure of private 401(k) plans for government disbursement -- which lets them off the hook for their collapsing retirement scheme.
And, of course, the Obama administration is eager to accommodate their buddies."
This government is at war with its citizens.
When will we wake up?
CBS Features NY Mayor Bloomberg Speculating Bomber Was Mad About ObamaCare
CBS Features NY Mayor Bloomberg Speculating Bomber Was Mad About ObamaCare
"With Katie Couric drawing him out, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg agreed the Times Square car bombing was likely “homegrown” as he proceeded, in an interview excerpt run on Monday's CBS Evening News, to speculate it could have been placed by “somebody with a political agenda who doesn't like the health care bill or something. It could be anything.”"
"With Katie Couric drawing him out, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg agreed the Times Square car bombing was likely “homegrown” as he proceeded, in an interview excerpt run on Monday's CBS Evening News, to speculate it could have been placed by “somebody with a political agenda who doesn't like the health care bill or something. It could be anything.”"
Monday, May 03, 2010
Drain commissioner race will get HOT!
Now that county drain commissioner Hepler has been "fired" by democrat prosecutor Tony Tague, the May 11 primary filing date is all important.
The two democrats (clerk Waters & prosecutor Tague) and the probate judge will appoint a replacement who most likely have to run in November. Or maybe a later date.
The two democrats have the majority so the appointee most likely will be another Marty Hulka style democrat hack or an Hepleresque felon-in-waiting.
The primary could change that.
And maybe the direction of Muskegon county.
We'll see!
The two democrats (clerk Waters & prosecutor Tague) and the probate judge will appoint a replacement who most likely have to run in November. Or maybe a later date.
The two democrats have the majority so the appointee most likely will be another Marty Hulka style democrat hack or an Hepleresque felon-in-waiting.
The primary could change that.
And maybe the direction of Muskegon county.
We'll see!
20 most stressed, least stressed counties
20 most stressed, least stressed counties
"Here are the 20 most economically stressed counties with populations of at least 25,000 and their March 2010 Stress scores"
I'm very conflicted about this report.
On one hand, Muskegon county is not on the list.
That's good, I think.
On the other hand, there are three Michigan counties on the list.
There are at least 3 Michigan counties economically WORSE than Muskegon?!!!!!!
How really, really bad it must be out there.
And Gov. Jenny is on another list to be appointed to a lifetime position on the Supreme Court?
"Here are the 20 most economically stressed counties with populations of at least 25,000 and their March 2010 Stress scores"
I'm very conflicted about this report.
On one hand, Muskegon county is not on the list.
That's good, I think.
On the other hand, there are three Michigan counties on the list.
There are at least 3 Michigan counties economically WORSE than Muskegon?!!!!!!
How really, really bad it must be out there.
And Gov. Jenny is on another list to be appointed to a lifetime position on the Supreme Court?
Muskegon County prosecutor rules Drain Commissioner Jeffrey Hepler ousted at conviction
Muskegon County prosecutor rules Drain Commissioner Jeffrey Hepler ousted at conviction
"However, according to research by the prosecutor’s office following the conviction, no resignation or removal is necessary.
For certain officeholders — basically, elected countywide department heads such as drain commissioners — the job ceases upon conviction of a felony, according to the prosecutor’s opinion."
Very interesting as the state has explicit rules governing the removal of county officials.
I wonder if the union controlled Muskegon democrats have another unqualified, felon-in-waiting to be appointed to this most important position.
Muskegon didn't get to be "muskegon" by chance.
We elected leaders who got us where we are.
"However, according to research by the prosecutor’s office following the conviction, no resignation or removal is necessary.
For certain officeholders — basically, elected countywide department heads such as drain commissioners — the job ceases upon conviction of a felony, according to the prosecutor’s opinion."
Very interesting as the state has explicit rules governing the removal of county officials.
I wonder if the union controlled Muskegon democrats have another unqualified, felon-in-waiting to be appointed to this most important position.
Muskegon didn't get to be "muskegon" by chance.
We elected leaders who got us where we are.
Sunday, May 02, 2010
Power Line - Don't leave it to Cleaver, part 12
Power Line - Don't leave it to Cleaver, part 12
"Yesterday we received an email message from McClatchy News DC investigative editor James Asher promoting a current McClatchy story.
Of all the news outlets that covered the fabricated March 20 story of Reps. Carson, Cleaver, Clyburn and Lewis regarding the racial abuse to which they (Carson and Lewis, anyway) were subjected by Tea Party/Obamacare protesters on Capitol Hill, McClatchy's 'Tea party protesters scream 'nigger' at black congressmen' may have been the worst."
"Yesterday we received an email message from McClatchy News DC investigative editor James Asher promoting a current McClatchy story.
Of all the news outlets that covered the fabricated March 20 story of Reps. Carson, Cleaver, Clyburn and Lewis regarding the racial abuse to which they (Carson and Lewis, anyway) were subjected by Tea Party/Obamacare protesters on Capitol Hill, McClatchy's 'Tea party protesters scream 'nigger' at black congressmen' may have been the worst."
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