Gonzalo Lira: What I Learned At Dartmouth
What I didn’t realize at the time—because I was too young—and which I would slowly come to realize over the years, was what the episode taught me, about America’s elite.
About the cowardice of the American elite.
A moral cowardice that, I understand now, is far more significant than practically anything else that I learned at Dartmouth College
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Unsustainable UC tuition
As We See It: Unsustainable UC tuition - Santa Cruz Sentinel
UC President Mark Yudof spoke about "reality" -- a $650 million budget cut this year that could grow -- and asked for yet another tuition increase, from 8-16 percent annually to cover an anticipated $2.5 billion shortfall over the next four years because of rising pension, health care and other costs.
UC President Mark Yudof spoke about "reality" -- a $650 million budget cut this year that could grow -- and asked for yet another tuition increase, from 8-16 percent annually to cover an anticipated $2.5 billion shortfall over the next four years because of rising pension, health care and other costs.
Bombardier Cuts CRJ Line, Appoints Travolta
AVwebBizBombardier Cuts CRJ Line, Appoints TravoltaComplete Issue#205401#205401
said John Travolta. "On top of that, I'm a pilot -- I love to fly.
Bombardier designs aircraft as much for the person flying them as for the passenger.
I'm proud to represent their aircraft."
said John Travolta. "On top of that, I'm a pilot -- I love to fly.
Bombardier designs aircraft as much for the person flying them as for the passenger.
I'm proud to represent their aircraft."
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Right-to-work correspondence rebuffed again by Muskegon County board
Right-to-work correspondence rebuffed again by Muskegon County board MLive.com
Plummer called the other county's resolution “garbage” and asked when the board would quit receiving some items?
What especially drew Plummer's ire was the resolution's mention of words attributed to President John F. Kennedy.
Both resolutions state, “Whereas, we agree with President John F. Kennedy's executive order regarding federal employees, that all persons 'should have the right, freely and without fear of penalty, to form, join, or assist a labor organization,' and of equal importance, 'or to refrain from any such activity.'”
Plummer said the resolutions twisted JFK's words and the remainder of the resolutions were “a pack of lies” in order to support that cause.
Plummer called the other county's resolution “garbage” and asked when the board would quit receiving some items?
What especially drew Plummer's ire was the resolution's mention of words attributed to President John F. Kennedy.
Both resolutions state, “Whereas, we agree with President John F. Kennedy's executive order regarding federal employees, that all persons 'should have the right, freely and without fear of penalty, to form, join, or assist a labor organization,' and of equal importance, 'or to refrain from any such activity.'”
Plummer said the resolutions twisted JFK's words and the remainder of the resolutions were “a pack of lies” in order to support that cause.
West Michigan senators' partial-birth abortion ban bills set for vote Wednesday
West Michigan senators' partial-birth abortion ban bills set for vote Wednesday MLive.com
A state partial-birth abortion ban, based on two companion pieces of legislation sponsored by two West Michigan state senators, is expected to be put to a vote this week by the state Senate.
State Sens. Goeff Hansen, R-Hart, and Arlan Meekhof, R-West Olive, introduced their bills earlier this year that essentially would outlaw physicians from performing partial-birth abortions in Michigan, except to save the mother's life, and establish sentencing guidelines making it a two-year felony.
A state partial-birth abortion ban, based on two companion pieces of legislation sponsored by two West Michigan state senators, is expected to be put to a vote this week by the state Senate.
State Sens. Goeff Hansen, R-Hart, and Arlan Meekhof, R-West Olive, introduced their bills earlier this year that essentially would outlaw physicians from performing partial-birth abortions in Michigan, except to save the mother's life, and establish sentencing guidelines making it a two-year felony.
Michigan proposal expected to target Internet sales
Michigan proposal expected to target Internet sales - theoaklandpress.com
The Michigan Retailers Association is making a renewed push to require more businesses selling items over the Internet to collect the state’s 6 percent sales tax.
The Michigan Retailers Association is making a renewed push to require more businesses selling items over the Internet to collect the state’s 6 percent sales tax.
Lt. Gen. Kelly On The Two That Stood Their Ground
BLACKFIVE: Lt. Gen. Kelly On The Two That Stood Their Ground
On Nov 13, 2010 Lt General John Kelly, USMC, gave a speech to the Semper Fi Society of St. Louis, MO.
This was only 4 days after his son, Lt Robert Kelly, USMC was killed by an IED while on his 3rd Combat tour.
During his speech, General Kelly spoke about the dedication and valor of the young men and women who step forward each and every day to protect us.
During the speech, he never mentioned the loss of his own son.
He closed the speech with the moving account of the last 6 seconds in the lives of 2 young Marines who died with rifles blazing to protect their brother Marines.
Read it all.
On Nov 13, 2010 Lt General John Kelly, USMC, gave a speech to the Semper Fi Society of St. Louis, MO.
This was only 4 days after his son, Lt Robert Kelly, USMC was killed by an IED while on his 3rd Combat tour.
During his speech, General Kelly spoke about the dedication and valor of the young men and women who step forward each and every day to protect us.
During the speech, he never mentioned the loss of his own son.
He closed the speech with the moving account of the last 6 seconds in the lives of 2 young Marines who died with rifles blazing to protect their brother Marines.
Read it all.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Heinz Creates New Ketchup Packet, 'Dip and Squeeze'
Heinz Creates New Ketchup Packet, 'Dip and Squeeze' - WSJ.com
As the name promises, "Dip and Squeeze" ketchup can be squeezed out through one end or the lid can be peeled back for dipping.
The red, bottle-shaped packets hold three times the ketchup as traditional packets.
The new containers are more expensive than the old sleeves, but Heinz hopes customers learn not to grab more than one or two.
As the name promises, "Dip and Squeeze" ketchup can be squeezed out through one end or the lid can be peeled back for dipping.
The red, bottle-shaped packets hold three times the ketchup as traditional packets.
The new containers are more expensive than the old sleeves, but Heinz hopes customers learn not to grab more than one or two.
New poll: More than 60% of Michigan voters support new Detroit-Windsor bridge
New poll: More than 60% of Michigan voters support new Detroit-Windsor bridge MLive.com
A new poll says 61.5% of state voters support the New International Trade Crossing plan for a publicly-owned bridge between Detroit and Windsor.
That includes the 40.7% of voters who say they strongly support the NITC bridge.
Just 32.5% oppose the project
A new poll says 61.5% of state voters support the New International Trade Crossing plan for a publicly-owned bridge between Detroit and Windsor.
That includes the 40.7% of voters who say they strongly support the NITC bridge.
Just 32.5% oppose the project
Michigan Red Cross blood workers rescind strike notice, continue negotiations
Michigan Red Cross blood workers rescind strike notice, continue negotiations MLive.com
The unions rescinded their strike notice Sunday morning, Stoneking said.
It was the third strike notice in 15 months, and the work stoppage would have begun Wednesday.
The unions rescinded their strike notice Sunday morning, Stoneking said.
It was the third strike notice in 15 months, and the work stoppage would have begun Wednesday.
The Best Aircraft of Oshkosh Air Show 2011 - AirVenture Oshkosh
The Best Aircraft of Oshkosh Air Show 2011 - AirVenture Oshkosh - Popular Mechanics
The annual extravaganza of all things aviation came to Wisconsin last week, as aircraft enthusiasts flocked to the AirVenture Oshkosh.
We found the new (Boeing's 787 Dreamliner), the old (the last flying B-29) and the record setters (Sikorsky's 290-mph chopper demo).
T-53AThe U.S. Air Force Academy has decided that the Cirrus SR20 is the best plane for finding out whether a cadet has the right stuff to go on to full-fledged pilot training.
So it is taking delivery of 25 of them, and the aircraft will be designated the T-53A.
......The T-53s replace a fleet of leased Diamond DA-40s that were made in Canada.
Cirrus was recently acquired by China's state-owned CAIGA aircraft company.
The annual extravaganza of all things aviation came to Wisconsin last week, as aircraft enthusiasts flocked to the AirVenture Oshkosh.
We found the new (Boeing's 787 Dreamliner), the old (the last flying B-29) and the record setters (Sikorsky's 290-mph chopper demo).
T-53AThe U.S. Air Force Academy has decided that the Cirrus SR20 is the best plane for finding out whether a cadet has the right stuff to go on to full-fledged pilot training.
So it is taking delivery of 25 of them, and the aircraft will be designated the T-53A.
......The T-53s replace a fleet of leased Diamond DA-40s that were made in Canada.
Cirrus was recently acquired by China's state-owned CAIGA aircraft company.
The U.S. Bails Out A Profligate EU
Editorial: The U.S. Bails Out A Profligate EU - Investors.com
Bailouts: Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner was dispensing advice in Europe Friday as the Fed began printing massive amounts of money to bail out the EU. Our government seems more worried about Europe than the U.S.
Bailouts: Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner was dispensing advice in Europe Friday as the Fed began printing massive amounts of money to bail out the EU. Our government seems more worried about Europe than the U.S.
Retiree Benefits for the Military Could Face Cuts
Retiree Benefits for the Military Could Face Cuts - NYTimes.com
As Washington looks to squeeze savings from once-sacrosanct entitlements like Social Security and Medicare, another big social welfare system is growing as rapidly, but with far less scrutiny: the health and pension benefits of military retirees.
As Washington looks to squeeze savings from once-sacrosanct entitlements like Social Security and Medicare, another big social welfare system is growing as rapidly, but with far less scrutiny: the health and pension benefits of military retirees.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
House Votes to Ban Automatic Dues Deductions For School Unions
House Votes to Ban Automatic Dues Deductions For School Unions [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
Eight Republicans vote to continue using school resources for government union funding.
GOP Representatives Ben Glardon (Owosso), Kenneth Horn (Frankenmuth), Earl Poleski (Jackson), Holly Hughes (Montague), Sharon Tyler (Niles), Deb Shaughnessy (Charlotte) Kenneth Kurtz (Coldwater) and Paul Muxlow (Brown City) all voted against the bill.
Eight Republicans vote to continue using school resources for government union funding.
GOP Representatives Ben Glardon (Owosso), Kenneth Horn (Frankenmuth), Earl Poleski (Jackson), Holly Hughes (Montague), Sharon Tyler (Niles), Deb Shaughnessy (Charlotte) Kenneth Kurtz (Coldwater) and Paul Muxlow (Brown City) all voted against the bill.
Ponzi! Ponzi! Ponzi!
Ponzi! Ponzi! Ponzi! - Reason Magazine
Ponzi! Ponzi! Ponzi!
There, I said it.
To the extent people believe there are trust funds with their names on them, Social Security is absolutely a Ponzi scheme.
So is Medicare.
People need to hear it.
Ponzi! Ponzi! Ponzi!
There, I said it.
To the extent people believe there are trust funds with their names on them, Social Security is absolutely a Ponzi scheme.
So is Medicare.
People need to hear it.
Two men injured in fiery Norton Shores single-vehicle crash
Two men injured in fiery Norton Shores single-vehicle crash MLive.com
Norton Shores Fire Chief David Purchase said the vehicle involved was a Ford GT, a high-performance car with a rear engine.
Norton Shores Fire Chief David Purchase said the vehicle involved was a Ford GT, a high-performance car with a rear engine.
UBS CEO not resigning, loss mounts to $2.3 billion
My Way News - UBS CEO not resigning, loss mounts to $2.3 billion
The fact that the fraud took place over three years raises serious questions about the bank's ability to manage its risk.
And meebee the fact that he lost/stole $2.3 BILLION!!!!!!!!!!!!
The fact that the fraud took place over three years raises serious questions about the bank's ability to manage its risk.
And meebee the fact that he lost/stole $2.3 BILLION!!!!!!!!!!!!
Behold, The Circle of Government Life
CARPE DIEM: Behold, The Circle of Government Life
"So to recap:
massive government subsidies created 1,100 "green jobs" that never would've existed but for those massive government subsidies.
And when those fake jobs disappeared because the subsidized employer company couldn't compete in the market, the workers blamed China (instead of what's easily one of the worst business plans ever drafted) in order to receive... wait for it... more government subsidies.
Behold, the Circle of Government Life."
"So to recap:
massive government subsidies created 1,100 "green jobs" that never would've existed but for those massive government subsidies.
And when those fake jobs disappeared because the subsidized employer company couldn't compete in the market, the workers blamed China (instead of what's easily one of the worst business plans ever drafted) in order to receive... wait for it... more government subsidies.
Behold, the Circle of Government Life."
Friday, September 16, 2011
The EPA’s Most-Wanted List
The EPA’s Most-Wanted List - By Hans A. von Spakovsky - The Corner - National Review Online
But did you know that the Environmental Protection Agency also has its own FBI-type list of 18 most-wanted environmental fugitives?
Their menacing violations include “multiple counts for the blending of motor fuel” (oh my!), selling “R-12 Freon, an ozone depleting substance” (gadzooks!), importing “automobiles that did not meet” U.S. emissions standards (horrors!), giving “indications that the oil-content monitor downstream of the [freighter] vessel’s oily-water separator had been bypassed” (heavens to Betsy!) and aiding and abetting “false entries into an Oil Record Book” (bring out the guillotine!).
But did you know that the Environmental Protection Agency also has its own FBI-type list of 18 most-wanted environmental fugitives?
Their menacing violations include “multiple counts for the blending of motor fuel” (oh my!), selling “R-12 Freon, an ozone depleting substance” (gadzooks!), importing “automobiles that did not meet” U.S. emissions standards (horrors!), giving “indications that the oil-content monitor downstream of the [freighter] vessel’s oily-water separator had been bypassed” (heavens to Betsy!) and aiding and abetting “false entries into an Oil Record Book” (bring out the guillotine!).
LightSquared: Another Solyndra?
Pajamas Media » LightSquared: Another Solyndra?
A pattern of providing White House support to favored companies — at taxpayer risk — is emerging.
A pattern of providing White House support to favored companies — at taxpayer risk — is emerging.
THE LETTER. Chrysler Chairman Letter To UAW President Has Detroit Talking
THE LETTER. Chrysler Chairman Letter To UAW President Has Detroit Talking - GM Inside News Forum
Instead, Marchionne's pointed pen has painted King in the worst possible light for a union leader: as unreliable.
The Letter:
http://www.autonews.com/assets/PDF/CA75571915.PDF
Instead, Marchionne's pointed pen has painted King in the worst possible light for a union leader: as unreliable.
The Letter:
http://www.autonews.com/assets/PDF/CA75571915.PDF
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