Thursday, February 17, 2011
CBS complicit in news coverup
CBS complicit in news coverup - BostonHerald.com
"The sexual assault of a woman in the middle of a public square is a story . . . particularly because the crowd in Tahrir Square was almost invariably characterized as friendly and out for nothing but democracy,” Cohen wrote.
Watching the same complicit media we all saw, Cohen notes most journalists covered the mobs “as if they were reporting from Times Square on New Year’s Eve, stopping only at putting on a party hat.”"
"The sexual assault of a woman in the middle of a public square is a story . . . particularly because the crowd in Tahrir Square was almost invariably characterized as friendly and out for nothing but democracy,” Cohen wrote.
Watching the same complicit media we all saw, Cohen notes most journalists covered the mobs “as if they were reporting from Times Square on New Year’s Eve, stopping only at putting on a party hat.”"
Biggest Solar Flare In Years Headed For Earth
Biggest Solar Flare In Years Headed For Earth « CBS Los Angeles
"scientists have pointed out the sun is now ramping up ahead of an expected solar maximum around 2013"
"scientists have pointed out the sun is now ramping up ahead of an expected solar maximum around 2013"
Dude - where's my cut? Rick Snyder reinvents kicking the can down the road
theblogprof: Dude - where's my cut? Rick Snyder reinvents kicking the can down the road
"The $47 billion proposal includes $1.2 billion in permanent spending cuts...
How is the budget GETTING BIGGER?
It's like no matter who's in charge, it just grows and grows"
"The $47 billion proposal includes $1.2 billion in permanent spending cuts...
How is the budget GETTING BIGGER?
It's like no matter who's in charge, it just grows and grows"
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
‘Sheriff Joe’ Arpaio Leads in Arizona Poll for Senate Race
‘Sheriff Joe’ Arpaio Leads in Arizona Poll for Senate Race : Roll Call
"Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio led a field of potential Republican Senate candidates in Arizona with 21 percent in a poll of likely GOP primary voters last week"
My golly...who'd of guessed?
"Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio led a field of potential Republican Senate candidates in Arizona with 21 percent in a poll of likely GOP primary voters last week"
My golly...who'd of guessed?
New posts at MuskegonTaxpayersAlliance
Lots of new posts at MuskegonTaxpayers!
Laptop-mania.
Best-Buy or our county clerk's office
Nifty listing of county commissioner's phone numbers and home addresses
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Laptop-mania.
Best-Buy or our county clerk's office
Nifty listing of county commissioner's phone numbers and home addresses
http://muskegontaxpayers.blogspot.com/
The Cesspool Obama and I Crawled Out Of
American Thinker: The Cesspool Obama and I Crawled Out Of
"Claire and I got out. I wish Michelle and Barack hadn't."
This is long but well worth the read.
WELL WORTH the read.
"Claire and I got out. I wish Michelle and Barack hadn't."
This is long but well worth the read.
WELL WORTH the read.
"'No more, you are killing us'
Barbara Bush: 'No more, you are killing us'
"Such low verbal and literacy scores makes it even more unbelievable that, just this past week, some of our state's educational administrators joined the feds in seeking to mandate Arabic classes for Texas children.
No joke!
The Arabic studies program, funded by a five-year, $1.3 million Foreign Language Assistance Program federal grant, was to begin this semester at Cross Timbers Intermediate School in Mansfield School District, then spread to neighboring Davis Elementary and Howard Middle schools in the fall and to Summit High School by fall 2012."
"Such low verbal and literacy scores makes it even more unbelievable that, just this past week, some of our state's educational administrators joined the feds in seeking to mandate Arabic classes for Texas children.
No joke!
The Arabic studies program, funded by a five-year, $1.3 million Foreign Language Assistance Program federal grant, was to begin this semester at Cross Timbers Intermediate School in Mansfield School District, then spread to neighboring Davis Elementary and Howard Middle schools in the fall and to Summit High School by fall 2012."
A Tipping Point Is Nearing
American Thinker: A Tipping Point Is Nearing
"We are facing a tipping point.
There will soon be a crisis affecting US citizens beyond any experienced since the Great Depression.
And it may happen within the year."
"We are facing a tipping point.
There will soon be a crisis affecting US citizens beyond any experienced since the Great Depression.
And it may happen within the year."
Public-Worker Unions Steel for Budget Fights
Public-Worker Unions Steel for Budget Fights - WSJ.com
"In the 2010 midterm elections, public-sector unions contributed $20.5 million to federal candidates, parties and outside groups, up from $19.1 million in the 2008 election cycle, according to the Center for Responsive Politics.
The share of contributions to Democrats rose to 92% in 2010 from 89% in 2008."
"In the 2010 midterm elections, public-sector unions contributed $20.5 million to federal candidates, parties and outside groups, up from $19.1 million in the 2008 election cycle, according to the Center for Responsive Politics.
The share of contributions to Democrats rose to 92% in 2010 from 89% in 2008."
Consumer Prices on Most Goods Expected to Rise in 2011
Consumer Prices on Most Goods Expected to Rise in 2011 - NYTimes.com
"For consumers, higher prices in stores means there will be a little less extra cash to spend.
For companies, profits may be squeezed, making them a little less likely to invest in equipment or to hire aggressively."
"For consumers, higher prices in stores means there will be a little less extra cash to spend.
For companies, profits may be squeezed, making them a little less likely to invest in equipment or to hire aggressively."
Monday, February 14, 2011
Snowshoe at Hoffmaster
Snowshoe at Hoffmaster MLive.com
"Guides will be conducting snowshoe hikes 10:30 a.m. this Saturday and next at Hoffmaster State Park, 6585 Lake Harbor.
There's also a special moonlight hike planned for 7 p.m. Friday.
Preregistration is required by calling 798-3573.
Those who don`t have snowshoes can reserve a pair for a small fee.
If there is less than 6 inches of snow, the guide will lead participants on a winter exploration of the park."
"Guides will be conducting snowshoe hikes 10:30 a.m. this Saturday and next at Hoffmaster State Park, 6585 Lake Harbor.
There's also a special moonlight hike planned for 7 p.m. Friday.
Preregistration is required by calling 798-3573.
Those who don`t have snowshoes can reserve a pair for a small fee.
If there is less than 6 inches of snow, the guide will lead participants on a winter exploration of the park."
GM hourly workers get as much as 50% bonuses
News from The Associated Press
"GM's 28,000 salaried workers, such as engineers and managers, will get bonuses equal to 4 to 16 percent of their base pay.
Fewer than 1 percent will get 50 percent or more;
another 3 percent will get from 16 percent to around 50 percent, the person said."
"GM's 28,000 salaried workers, such as engineers and managers, will get bonuses equal to 4 to 16 percent of their base pay.
Fewer than 1 percent will get 50 percent or more;
another 3 percent will get from 16 percent to around 50 percent, the person said."
West Bloomfield Tackles Costs With Aggressive Privatization Strategy
West Bloomfield Tackles Costs With Aggressive Privatization Strategy [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The township recently saw its annual janitorial bill go from $43,000 to $18,900 through a competitive bid process.
That 56 percent reduction came after dropping the private contractor that had been doing the service and hiring another one."
"The township recently saw its annual janitorial bill go from $43,000 to $18,900 through a competitive bid process.
That 56 percent reduction came after dropping the private contractor that had been doing the service and hiring another one."
Obama team's intel breakdown
Obama team's intel breakdown--Michael A. Walsh - NYPOST.com
"No matter how things shake out in Egypt, one thing has become depressingly clear:
Something is very wrong with the American intelligence services."
"No matter how things shake out in Egypt, one thing has become depressingly clear:
Something is very wrong with the American intelligence services."
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Shocker: Americans worry about unemployment
We're in Jimmy Carter's 2nd term.
You MUST click the photo!
Man lured by sex gets beaten, robbed
Not the story I expected.
I thought it was just a run of the mill story about marriage.....
"defriended"!
Wow!
My county commissioner "defriended" me on Facebook.
I openly criticized the entire commission for voting on spending items without reading them.
I guess that's offensive to my representative.
Isn't it kinda "13-year-old-girl-hissy-fit-ish"?
The skin is thin for those used to slavish adulation, isn't it.
House Republicans unveil new bill to ban resurrection of Fairness Doctrine
House Republicans unveil new bill to ban resurrection of Fairness Doctrine - The Hill's Hillicon Valley
"House Republicans have begun a new effort to make sure the Fairness Doctrine stays dead.
Rep. Mike Pence (R-Ind.) has introduced a bill to prevent the Federal Communications Commission from reviving the policy, a controversial and defunct standard that required broadcast licensees to offer 'balanced' coverage."
This is BIG!
"House Republicans have begun a new effort to make sure the Fairness Doctrine stays dead.
Rep. Mike Pence (R-Ind.) has introduced a bill to prevent the Federal Communications Commission from reviving the policy, a controversial and defunct standard that required broadcast licensees to offer 'balanced' coverage."
This is BIG!
Shame of Britain's Muslim schools: Secret filming shows pupils beaten
Shame of Britain's Muslim schools: Secret filming shows pupils beaten Mail Online
"‘You’re not like the non-Muslims out there,’ the teacher says, gesturing towards the window.
‘All that evil you see in the streets, people not wearing the hijab properly, people smoking . . . you should hate it, you should hate walking down that street.’
He refers to the ‘non-Muslims’ as the ‘Kuffar’, an often derogatory term that means disbeliever or infidel."
"‘You’re not like the non-Muslims out there,’ the teacher says, gesturing towards the window.
‘All that evil you see in the streets, people not wearing the hijab properly, people smoking . . . you should hate it, you should hate walking down that street.’
He refers to the ‘non-Muslims’ as the ‘Kuffar’, an often derogatory term that means disbeliever or infidel."
Michigan Government Ranks Top Ten for Federal Money Dependency
Michigan Government Ranks Top Ten for Federal Money Dependency [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"Michigan’s total budget was $45.7 billion in 2009, of which $16.5 billion came from the federal government, or about 36 percent.
By comparison, in 1996 federal funding accounted for $6.2 billion, or 22.6 percent of the $27.4 billion total budget."
"Michigan’s total budget was $45.7 billion in 2009, of which $16.5 billion came from the federal government, or about 36 percent.
By comparison, in 1996 federal funding accounted for $6.2 billion, or 22.6 percent of the $27.4 billion total budget."
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Wind Energy, Renewable Energy
Wind Energy, Renewable Energy [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"A recent article in Slate by Robert Bryce describes how Texas has more wind generator capacity than any other state — around 9,700 megawatts.
But last August, when state electricity demand set a one-day record of 63,494 megawatts, all those windmills contributed just 500 megawatts, or about 5 percent of their rated capacity."
"A recent article in Slate by Robert Bryce describes how Texas has more wind generator capacity than any other state — around 9,700 megawatts.
But last August, when state electricity demand set a one-day record of 63,494 megawatts, all those windmills contributed just 500 megawatts, or about 5 percent of their rated capacity."
Unions and America’s Ills
Unions and America’s Ills « Union Watch
Here’s what’s really happening, Mr. Hoffa:
For over 20 years, with increasing influence and with worsening effect, public employee unions have used taxpayer’s money, confiscated from public worker paychecks, to buy our politicians and control our elections.
They have used this power to “negotiate” grossly over-market rates of compensation and benefits to unionized government workers, especially at the entry and mid-level jobs, and because employee compensation is by far the largest category of government expenditures, it is breaking budgets, leading to tax increases and service cuts.
Meanwhile, public employee unions, in their insatiable demand both for more revenues to pay their over-paid members, as well as to expand their memberships, are prevailing upon politicians to expand government and expand regulations – increasing the cost of living for everyone.
This translates into cost-of-living increases for the unionized government workers, and a lower standard of living for the rest of us whose taxes support the entire corrupt mess.
At the same time, Mr. Hoffa, your public sector union pension funds are the collection agent for the overbuilt Wall Street machine you claim to abho
Here’s what’s really happening, Mr. Hoffa:
For over 20 years, with increasing influence and with worsening effect, public employee unions have used taxpayer’s money, confiscated from public worker paychecks, to buy our politicians and control our elections.
They have used this power to “negotiate” grossly over-market rates of compensation and benefits to unionized government workers, especially at the entry and mid-level jobs, and because employee compensation is by far the largest category of government expenditures, it is breaking budgets, leading to tax increases and service cuts.
Meanwhile, public employee unions, in their insatiable demand both for more revenues to pay their over-paid members, as well as to expand their memberships, are prevailing upon politicians to expand government and expand regulations – increasing the cost of living for everyone.
This translates into cost-of-living increases for the unionized government workers, and a lower standard of living for the rest of us whose taxes support the entire corrupt mess.
At the same time, Mr. Hoffa, your public sector union pension funds are the collection agent for the overbuilt Wall Street machine you claim to abho
James Clapper-Egypt Idiot
Mark Steyn James Clapper Egypt Idiot The Daily Caller - Breaking News, Opinion, Research, and Entertainment
"This guy has one of the most bloated, lavishly funded intelligence bureaucracies on the planet – the most bloated and lavishly funded and he’s an idiot.
He can’t be allowed out in public.
I mean, this is embarrassing for the superpower.”"
"This guy has one of the most bloated, lavishly funded intelligence bureaucracies on the planet – the most bloated and lavishly funded and he’s an idiot.
He can’t be allowed out in public.
I mean, this is embarrassing for the superpower.”"
Walker calls for cuts or big layoffs
Walker calls for cuts or big layoffs - JSOnline
"Gov. Scott Walker said Friday that thousands of state workers would be laid off if the Legislature does not adopt his budget fix that cuts public worker benefits and takes away almost all union bargaining rights from public workers.
A Walker aide confirmed that the benefit reductions would cost the average state worker thousands of dollars a year, or roughly 8% of his or her salary.
Walker also signaled that in a larger budget plan coming later this month he would trim aid to municipalities and let local officials deal with those cuts at least in part through savings on public employee costs."
Speaking at a Capitol news conference, the governor also said the National Guard is ready to take control of state prisons if correctional officers illegally strike or obstruct work.
Union officials said they had no such plans.
But he said the state had no money or time to bargain with unions over the benefits changes.
"I don't have anything to negotiate," Walker said.
"We are broke in this state.
We have been broke for years.
People have ignored that for years, and it's about time somebody stood up and told the truth.
The truth is: We don't have money to offer.
We don't have finances to offer.
This is what we have to offer."
"Gov. Scott Walker said Friday that thousands of state workers would be laid off if the Legislature does not adopt his budget fix that cuts public worker benefits and takes away almost all union bargaining rights from public workers.
A Walker aide confirmed that the benefit reductions would cost the average state worker thousands of dollars a year, or roughly 8% of his or her salary.
Walker also signaled that in a larger budget plan coming later this month he would trim aid to municipalities and let local officials deal with those cuts at least in part through savings on public employee costs."
Speaking at a Capitol news conference, the governor also said the National Guard is ready to take control of state prisons if correctional officers illegally strike or obstruct work.
Union officials said they had no such plans.
But he said the state had no money or time to bargain with unions over the benefits changes.
"I don't have anything to negotiate," Walker said.
"We are broke in this state.
We have been broke for years.
People have ignored that for years, and it's about time somebody stood up and told the truth.
The truth is: We don't have money to offer.
We don't have finances to offer.
This is what we have to offer."
OUT OF CONTROL
OUT OF CONTROL Newsradio 620 - Milwaukee, Wisconsin News, Talk, Sports, Weather Charlie Sykes
"When wages and benefits are combined, an average teacher will make $101,091 next year, said Budget Manager Deborah Wegner."
"When wages and benefits are combined, an average teacher will make $101,091 next year, said Budget Manager Deborah Wegner."
Walmart fires Layton guards for disarming shoplifter
Walmart fires Layton guards for disarming shoplifter The Salt Lake Tribune
"Longton stood behind assistant manager Gabriel Stewart, holding his shoulder with one hand and the gun inside his pocket with the other.
Security workers Shawn Ray and Justin Richins each grabbed Longton by an arm and spun him around. Poulsen then took the gun away from the man.
'All of it takes places within about 23 seconds from the time we got him into the office from the time we put our hands on him to get control of the situation and removed the gun,' Poulsen said.
'It was absolutely terrifying.
We didn’t know what to do, but once he didn’t leave and felt that Gabe’s life was in danger and everybody else’s ...,' Ray said.
'We thought we had done the right thing.'"
"Longton stood behind assistant manager Gabriel Stewart, holding his shoulder with one hand and the gun inside his pocket with the other.
Security workers Shawn Ray and Justin Richins each grabbed Longton by an arm and spun him around. Poulsen then took the gun away from the man.
'All of it takes places within about 23 seconds from the time we got him into the office from the time we put our hands on him to get control of the situation and removed the gun,' Poulsen said.
'It was absolutely terrifying.
We didn’t know what to do, but once he didn’t leave and felt that Gabe’s life was in danger and everybody else’s ...,' Ray said.
'We thought we had done the right thing.'"
Why you should always encrypt your smartphone
Why you should always encrypt your smartphone
"What's more, the US Supreme Court has held that police may arrest you for simple misdemeanors, such as driving without a seatbelt or having unpaid parking tickets.
While police don't typically arrest individuals for such trivial infractions, all it takes is one unlucky police encounter and you could end up behind bars.
If that happens, and your mobile phone is on your person, it may be subject to a warrantless search.
If police dig up an incriminating text message, e-mail, or errant image file on your mobile device, it might be enough to convince a judge to issue a search warrant of your property—or, worse, lead to criminal charges being filed against you."
The future?
"What's more, the US Supreme Court has held that police may arrest you for simple misdemeanors, such as driving without a seatbelt or having unpaid parking tickets.
While police don't typically arrest individuals for such trivial infractions, all it takes is one unlucky police encounter and you could end up behind bars.
If that happens, and your mobile phone is on your person, it may be subject to a warrantless search.
If police dig up an incriminating text message, e-mail, or errant image file on your mobile device, it might be enough to convince a judge to issue a search warrant of your property—or, worse, lead to criminal charges being filed against you."
The future?
Friday, February 11, 2011
In a State of Sticker Shock, Stores Try to Sell Public on a Radical Idea
In a State of Sticker Shock, Stores Try to Sell Public on a Radical Idea - WSJ.com
"Mr. Hansen of Hansen Foods dismisses the 9% figure.
'That's stupid,' he says.
But he estimates he could save 80 hours a week in labor, or about $40,000 a year, if the law changed—money he'd reinvest elsewhere in the store."
"Mr. Hansen of Hansen Foods dismisses the 9% figure.
'That's stupid,' he says.
But he estimates he could save 80 hours a week in labor, or about $40,000 a year, if the law changed—money he'd reinvest elsewhere in the store."
emailSTRIPPER
emailSTRIPPER - Print management, quotas, control, monitoring and accounting - PaperCut
"emailSTRIPPER is a free program for cleaning the '>' and other formatting characters out of your emails.
It will restore 'forwarded' or 'replied' emails back to their original state so they're easier to read."
"emailSTRIPPER is a free program for cleaning the '>' and other formatting characters out of your emails.
It will restore 'forwarded' or 'replied' emails back to their original state so they're easier to read."
John Feinstein - Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo is learning how to lose, whether he likes it or not
John Feinstein - Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo is learning how to lose, whether he likes it or not
"I'm not saying I like losing on any level.
But it probably isn't a bad thing when you start to hear that you're God or you walk on water to be reminded that you're not and you don't."
What a great human being!
This excellent article explains most of how we got to where we currently are this season.
"I'm not saying I like losing on any level.
But it probably isn't a bad thing when you start to hear that you're God or you walk on water to be reminded that you're not and you don't."
What a great human being!
This excellent article explains most of how we got to where we currently are this season.
Wind Energy, Renewable Energy
Wind Energy, Renewable Energy [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"all those spinning turbine blades are expected to contribute just 8.7 percent of their rated capacity.
Nevertheless, Texas families are now paying $4 more for electricity every month for a network of power lines connecting those distant rural wind turbines to where most people live."
"all those spinning turbine blades are expected to contribute just 8.7 percent of their rated capacity.
Nevertheless, Texas families are now paying $4 more for electricity every month for a network of power lines connecting those distant rural wind turbines to where most people live."
Thursday, February 10, 2011
CBO Director Says Obamacare Would Reduce Employment by 800,000 Workers
CBO Director Says Obamacare Would Reduce Employment by 800,000 Workers The Weekly Standard
"Testifying today before the House Budget Committee, Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director Doug Elmendorf confirmed that Obamacare is expected to reduce the number of jobs in the labor market by an estimated 800,000."
"Testifying today before the House Budget Committee, Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director Doug Elmendorf confirmed that Obamacare is expected to reduce the number of jobs in the labor market by an estimated 800,000."
Muskegon Heights DE has multiple offers
Muskegon Heights DE has multiple offers
"One of the top players in Michigan for the class of 2012 will be defensive end Evan Winston of Muskegon Heights High School.
The 6-foot-4, 230-pound prospect already has several scholarship offers on the table and more are sure to come.
SpartanMag.com has the latest."
"One of the top players in Michigan for the class of 2012 will be defensive end Evan Winston of Muskegon Heights High School.
The 6-foot-4, 230-pound prospect already has several scholarship offers on the table and more are sure to come.
SpartanMag.com has the latest."
Poll: Residents say they prefer to be called Michiganders, not Michiganians
Poll: Residents say they prefer to be called Michiganders, not Michiganians MLive.com
"The result: 58 percent said Michigander with only 12 percent answering Michiganian."
"The result: 58 percent said Michigander with only 12 percent answering Michiganian."
Right to work!
Michigan Capitol Confidential
"GOP state Sen. John Proos has opened the right-to-work “can” that Gov. Rick Snyder said he would sign but would not push for as part of his agenda."
"GOP state Sen. John Proos has opened the right-to-work “can” that Gov. Rick Snyder said he would sign but would not push for as part of his agenda."
Video: Detroit denies permit to film story of 50,000 stray dogs, so filmakers puts it on YouTube, raises $7,000
theblogprof: Video: Detroit denies permit to film story of 50,000 stray dogs, so filmakers puts it on YouTube, raises $7,000
"Detroit has a stray dog problem that, just as in the case with its violence, it doesn't want to admit to.
So a filmmaker set out to shed light on the problem, and was promptly given the open palm by the ruling class in the D.
But this filmmaker with a soft spot for man's best friend didn't give up.
He put the video on YouTube and in a week he collected $7,000 in donations (content warning):"
"Detroit has a stray dog problem that, just as in the case with its violence, it doesn't want to admit to.
So a filmmaker set out to shed light on the problem, and was promptly given the open palm by the ruling class in the D.
But this filmmaker with a soft spot for man's best friend didn't give up.
He put the video on YouTube and in a week he collected $7,000 in donations (content warning):"
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Tennessee bill would require photo ID to vote
Tennessee bill would require photo ID to vote The Tennessean tennessean.com
"Voters would be required to show photo identification before they can cast ballots under a proposal passed on to the full Senate on Tuesday."
Why, in any sane world, would this be controversial?
And why don't we have the same requirement to vote in our state?
And our country?
"Voters would be required to show photo identification before they can cast ballots under a proposal passed on to the full Senate on Tuesday."
Why, in any sane world, would this be controversial?
And why don't we have the same requirement to vote in our state?
And our country?
Cruise Critic Readers Pick Another Fight -- and Win It - Celebrity Cruises
"In Celebrity's case, within 24 hours of the new ads launching, loyal Celebrity cruisers flocked to the boards to protest the campaign, saying it was sending the wrong message. Member PartyAllDaTyme summed up what hundreds of posters were articulating.
'I believe much of the consternation on the part of Cruise Critic members stems from the mistaken belief that Celebrity intends to relax or even eliminate many of the traditional 'rules,' such as the excellent smoking policy, any semblance of a dress code for formal nights, and worse, in favor of attracting a younger, more rebellious clientele,' he wrote.
One week later, Celebrity President and CEO Dan Hanrahan held a virtual Q&A in an effort to clarify the line's aim with 'X the Rules.'
And after some careful consideration, he returned a week later and posted the following:
'I want to thank you all again for the candid dialogue and questions on the boards last week about our new ad campaign. Your feedback encouraged us to do some additional research…[and] we have decided to move away from the 'X the rules' ads.'
Read the whole story of how Celebrity loyalists 'X'ed the marketing campaign."
This is only for cruise folks but coincidentally, our last cruise ended Jan. 17, the day before this new dictate was to be enforced.
If you cruise, you MUST get familiar with Cruise Critic.
You will save lots of moolah!
And learn other cool stuff.
60% Recognize That Government Spending Has Increased Every Year Since 1954
60% Recognize That Government Spending Has Increased Every Year Since 1954 - Rasmussen Reports™
The stark reality is that despite candidates who promised lower spending and taxes winning just about every election for the past half century, total government spending has kept going up every year since Bill Haley was topping the charts with Rock Around the Clock and a young singer named Elvis Presley made his first commercial recording.
That’s the same year the very first edition of Sports Illustrated was published, the Milwaukee Braves welcomed Hank Aaron as a rookie, and the shot clock was invented for the new National Basketball Association.
The stark reality is that despite candidates who promised lower spending and taxes winning just about every election for the past half century, total government spending has kept going up every year since Bill Haley was topping the charts with Rock Around the Clock and a young singer named Elvis Presley made his first commercial recording.
That’s the same year the very first edition of Sports Illustrated was published, the Milwaukee Braves welcomed Hank Aaron as a rookie, and the shot clock was invented for the new National Basketball Association.
New posts at MuskegonTaxpayersAlliance
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Big union contract voted by commissioners
Searchable database: "waive hiring freeze"
City sidewalks not cleared-even near the Frauenthal!
and more!
Big union contract voted by commissioners
Searchable database: "waive hiring freeze"
City sidewalks not cleared-even near the Frauenthal!
and more!
Apple Is Most Valuable Company on Earth: Analysts - CNBC
CNBC's Fast Money: Apple Is Most Valuable Company on Earth: Analysts - CNBC
"at least five firms have raised their 12-month forecast on the stock to an average price of $467, or a 32 percent increase from here.
At that level, Apple’s market value would total $433.7 billion, flying past Exxon Mobil’s current market value of $423.2 billion."
AMAZING!
"at least five firms have raised their 12-month forecast on the stock to an average price of $467, or a 32 percent increase from here.
At that level, Apple’s market value would total $433.7 billion, flying past Exxon Mobil’s current market value of $423.2 billion."
AMAZING!
Robot Jet Fighter Takes First Flight – Aiming for Aircraft Carriers in 2013
Robot Jet Fighter Takes First Flight – Aiming for Aircraft Carriers in 2013 (video) Singularity Hub
"It’s not a spy, nor a single-target hunter-killer, it’s a complete jet fighter.
The 60 foot wingspan, 40,000 altitude, and 2100 nautical mile flight range, not to mention 4500 lb weapon bays, speak of an aircraft that would be a high end component of the military of the future.
It will have more range (though less firepower) than the F-18 Hornets"
"It’s not a spy, nor a single-target hunter-killer, it’s a complete jet fighter.
The 60 foot wingspan, 40,000 altitude, and 2100 nautical mile flight range, not to mention 4500 lb weapon bays, speak of an aircraft that would be a high end component of the military of the future.
It will have more range (though less firepower) than the F-18 Hornets"
Tuesday, February 08, 2011
Obama’s Claim That He Did Not Raise Taxes Is Rejected As ‘Blatantly False’ by Taxpayer Watchdog
Obama’s Claim That He Did Not Raise Taxes Is Rejected As ‘Blatantly False’ by Taxpayer Watchdog CNSnews.com
"President Obama’s assertion on Sunday that he “didn’t raise taxes once” is “blatantly false,” a taxpayer watchdog group says.
Obama made the claim in his pre-Super Bowl interview with Fox News host Bill O’Reilly.
According to Americans for Tax Reform (ATR), President Obama has signed into law at least two dozen tax increases.
The first one – a federal tobacco tax hike – came just 16 days into his presidency."
The problem is that a liar who lies ALL the time eventually stops becoming news when he lies again....and again....and again.....
"President Obama’s assertion on Sunday that he “didn’t raise taxes once” is “blatantly false,” a taxpayer watchdog group says.
Obama made the claim in his pre-Super Bowl interview with Fox News host Bill O’Reilly.
According to Americans for Tax Reform (ATR), President Obama has signed into law at least two dozen tax increases.
The first one – a federal tobacco tax hike – came just 16 days into his presidency."
The problem is that a liar who lies ALL the time eventually stops becoming news when he lies again....and again....and again.....
Stabenow Blowing More Taxpayers Coerced "Government Money"
RightMichigan.com Stabenow Blowing More Taxpayers Coerced "Government Money"
"In football lingo... Michigan's Senatorial Fullback of William 'Refrigerator' Perry proportions is running the alleged 'green jobs' ball up the middle for Team Obama and his Government Motors Volt."
Too funny...and real sad that Big Deb is our senator.
"In football lingo... Michigan's Senatorial Fullback of William 'Refrigerator' Perry proportions is running the alleged 'green jobs' ball up the middle for Team Obama and his Government Motors Volt."
Too funny...and real sad that Big Deb is our senator.
After being accused of 'lying' to parents, state board looks to raise the bar for MEAP tests
After being accused of 'lying' to parents, state board looks to raise the bar for MEAP tests MLive.com
"The truth is that Michigan has been lying to its residents about how well its students have been performing,” said Amber Arellano, executive director of the Midwest office of the Education Trust, who plans to voice concern at today's meeting..
“That's created a false sense of confidence about how our children have been doing and whether they are prepared for the next level.”"
What an indictment!
Only in government could this continue for as long as it has.
"The truth is that Michigan has been lying to its residents about how well its students have been performing,” said Amber Arellano, executive director of the Midwest office of the Education Trust, who plans to voice concern at today's meeting..
“That's created a false sense of confidence about how our children have been doing and whether they are prepared for the next level.”"
What an indictment!
Only in government could this continue for as long as it has.
Hamtramck: Giving Raises and Going Bankrupt
Hamtramck: Giving Raises and Going Bankrupt [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The city also had eight more people on payroll in 2010 compared to 2007 and saw total payroll climb from $7.3 million in 2007 to $7.9 million in 2010, not including benefits.
While Hamtramck considered bankruptcy, it gave its union workers annual raises of 2 to 3 percent, according to Cooper"
"The city also had eight more people on payroll in 2010 compared to 2007 and saw total payroll climb from $7.3 million in 2007 to $7.9 million in 2010, not including benefits.
While Hamtramck considered bankruptcy, it gave its union workers annual raises of 2 to 3 percent, according to Cooper"
Taxpayers Send Teachers To Vegas Resort
Taxpayers Send Teachers To Vegas Resort « CBS Chicago
"The Chicago Public Schools system is suffering from a $700 million budget shortfall.
So why did some educators travel to Las Vegas just days after a travel restriction was ordered?
CBS 2′s Dave Savini and the Better Government Association investigated questionable spending of school tax dollars and how children are impacted.
Former Scammon Elementary School teacher Laura Hoffman is angry that 14 of her Chicago Public School co-workers went on an all-expense paid trip to a Las Vegas resort and spa for a conference last year."
"The Chicago Public Schools system is suffering from a $700 million budget shortfall.
So why did some educators travel to Las Vegas just days after a travel restriction was ordered?
CBS 2′s Dave Savini and the Better Government Association investigated questionable spending of school tax dollars and how children are impacted.
Former Scammon Elementary School teacher Laura Hoffman is angry that 14 of her Chicago Public School co-workers went on an all-expense paid trip to a Las Vegas resort and spa for a conference last year."
Mandatory Arabic Classes Coming To Mansfield
Mandatory Arabic Classes Coming To Mansfield « CBS Dallas / Fort Worth
"Some Students at Mansfield ISD schools could soon be learning Arabic as a required language.
The school district wants students at select schools to take Arabic language and culture classes as part of a federally funded grant.
The Foreign Language Assistance Program (FLAP) grant was awarded to Mansfield ISD last summer by the U.S. Department of Education.
As part of the five-year $1.3 Million grant, Arabic classes would be mandatory at Cross Timbers Intermediate School and Kenneth Davis Elementary School"
"Some Students at Mansfield ISD schools could soon be learning Arabic as a required language.
The school district wants students at select schools to take Arabic language and culture classes as part of a federally funded grant.
The Foreign Language Assistance Program (FLAP) grant was awarded to Mansfield ISD last summer by the U.S. Department of Education.
As part of the five-year $1.3 Million grant, Arabic classes would be mandatory at Cross Timbers Intermediate School and Kenneth Davis Elementary School"
Big Government Bozo of the Week: Newt Gingrich
Big Government Bozo of the Week: Newt Gingrich NetRight Daily
"In the 1990s, Newt Gingrich was one of the top Republicans on the scene.
He’s a possible Presidential candidate in 2012, but one might think he’s running as a Democrat because he’s supporting the concept of ethanol!"
"In the 1990s, Newt Gingrich was one of the top Republicans on the scene.
He’s a possible Presidential candidate in 2012, but one might think he’s running as a Democrat because he’s supporting the concept of ethanol!"
South Dakota GOP takes aim at 'Obamacare' with a gun bill
South Dakota GOP takes aim at 'Obamacare' with a gun bill - Washington Times
"If the government can require Americans to buy health insurance, the reasoning goes, then why can’t the same government require them to purchase something a bit higher on the conservative wish list?
That is why five GOP state legislators have introduced a bill that would require every South Dakotan age 21 or older to purchase a gun"
"If the government can require Americans to buy health insurance, the reasoning goes, then why can’t the same government require them to purchase something a bit higher on the conservative wish list?
That is why five GOP state legislators have introduced a bill that would require every South Dakotan age 21 or older to purchase a gun"
Monday, February 07, 2011
A QUICKER WAY TO IDENTIFY SKIN CANCER.
Instapundit » Blog Archive » A QUICKER WAY TO IDENTIFY SKIN CANCER.
“The device, called the Verisante Aura, is held above a mole, and uses Raman spectroscopy, a technique that distinguishes molecules using their vibrational states, to scan for those whose relative concentrations are characteristic of melanoma.
The device returns a verdict within seconds.
Following a successful small clinical trial, Verisante is now analyzing the results of another trial with 1,000 moles.”"
Honeybunch and I have lost her dad to skin cancer last year.
And we have too many friends and family who we love who are fighting the same pernicious disease today.
This sounds like a vibration of hope at the end of the tunnel.
“The device, called the Verisante Aura, is held above a mole, and uses Raman spectroscopy, a technique that distinguishes molecules using their vibrational states, to scan for those whose relative concentrations are characteristic of melanoma.
The device returns a verdict within seconds.
Following a successful small clinical trial, Verisante is now analyzing the results of another trial with 1,000 moles.”"
Honeybunch and I have lost her dad to skin cancer last year.
And we have too many friends and family who we love who are fighting the same pernicious disease today.
This sounds like a vibration of hope at the end of the tunnel.
Yes, They’re Overpaid
Yes, They’re Overpaid The Weekly Standard
The truth about federal workers’ compensation
The truth about federal workers’ compensation
How To Reform Fannie And Freddie Now Without Raising Mortgage Costs
How To Reform Fannie And Freddie Now Without Raising Mortgage Costs
"But there is an alternative approach that wouldn’t raise monthly mortgage costs — it might even lower them — yet it would induce the private sector to take on mortgage market risk while minimizing taxpayer credit risk.
On top of that, it would preserve the ability of the government to run a countercyclical housing policy to combat downturns and it would go a long way toward rationalizing the foreclosure process."
This is very interesting.
Take a moment to read and understand it.
And send it to your rep. and senator if you agree.
I already did.
"But there is an alternative approach that wouldn’t raise monthly mortgage costs — it might even lower them — yet it would induce the private sector to take on mortgage market risk while minimizing taxpayer credit risk.
On top of that, it would preserve the ability of the government to run a countercyclical housing policy to combat downturns and it would go a long way toward rationalizing the foreclosure process."
This is very interesting.
Take a moment to read and understand it.
And send it to your rep. and senator if you agree.
I already did.
MEA freezes salaries, lays off 25 workers after losing 5,000 members
"After giving its executive director a 9.3 percent raise in 2009-10, the Michigan Education Association is scaling back by freezing some management salaries and laying off 25 workers."
Heck of a job you're doing, Iris!
Is Adding School Debt Just Like Refinancing Your Home?
Is Adding School Debt Just Like Refinancing Your Home? [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"Leon Drolet, chairman of the Michigan Taxpayers Alliance, said if the school is taking on new debt, it shouldn’t be compared to a refinancing.
“They are trying to trick voters into believing that they are not taking on new debt when they use that kind of language,” Drolet said.
“By suggesting it is a refinance as opposed to taking on new debt … it’s a bald-faced lie.”"
"Leon Drolet, chairman of the Michigan Taxpayers Alliance, said if the school is taking on new debt, it shouldn’t be compared to a refinancing.
“They are trying to trick voters into believing that they are not taking on new debt when they use that kind of language,” Drolet said.
“By suggesting it is a refinance as opposed to taking on new debt … it’s a bald-faced lie.”"
Made in the USA
Made in the USA - The Boston Globe
"Americans make more “stuff’’ than any other nation on earth, and by a wide margin.
According to the United Nations’ comprehensive database of international economic data, America’s manufacturing output in 2009 (expressed in constant 2005 dollars) was $2.15 trillion.
That surpassed China’s output of $1.48 trillion by nearly 46 percent.
China’s industries may be booming, but the United States still accounted for 20 percent of the world’s manufacturing output in 2009 — only a hair below its 1990 share of 21 percent."
"Americans make more “stuff’’ than any other nation on earth, and by a wide margin.
According to the United Nations’ comprehensive database of international economic data, America’s manufacturing output in 2009 (expressed in constant 2005 dollars) was $2.15 trillion.
That surpassed China’s output of $1.48 trillion by nearly 46 percent.
China’s industries may be booming, but the United States still accounted for 20 percent of the world’s manufacturing output in 2009 — only a hair below its 1990 share of 21 percent."
CARPE DIEM: Made in the USA
CARPE DIEM: Made in the USA
"'There’s just one problem with all the gloom and doom about American manufacturing.
It’s wrong."
"'There’s just one problem with all the gloom and doom about American manufacturing.
It’s wrong."
Ga. Lawmaker Proposes Doing Away With Driver's Licenses
Ga. Lawmaker Proposes Doing Away With Driver's Licenses - Atlanta News Story - WGCL Atlanta
"In his bill, Franklin states, 'Free people have a common law and constitutional right to travel on the roads and highways that are provided by their government for that purpose.
Licensing of drivers cannot be required of free people, because taking on the restrictions of a license requires the surrender of an inalienable right.'"
Do we really deserve the leaders someone else elects?
"In his bill, Franklin states, 'Free people have a common law and constitutional right to travel on the roads and highways that are provided by their government for that purpose.
Licensing of drivers cannot be required of free people, because taking on the restrictions of a license requires the surrender of an inalienable right.'"
Do we really deserve the leaders someone else elects?
Sunday, February 06, 2011
dallas should never host a super bowl EVER AGAIN
dallas should never host a super bowl EVER AGAIN
"ARLINGTON, Texas --
For those interested in such things, we’ve had two significant hiccups here at Cowboys Stadium as kickoff approaches for Super Bowl XLV.
First, the NFL closed four of the 10 entrance points into the stadium because of lingering ice on the roof of the stadium. Friday, six people were injured by ice falling onto the sidewalk outside of the structure.
Second, the NFL just confirmed in a statement that some sections of the temporary seats erected inside Cowboys Stadium 'have not been fully completed.'
The league said that most fans will be accommodated somewhere in the building by kickoff, but indicated that some will not.
Those fans will receive a refund triple the cost of face value of the seat.
Local organizers are trying to break the Super Bowl record for attendance by exceeding 105,000.
Maybe they were a bit too greedy.
Can you imagine arriving at the stadium and finding out that your seat doesn’t exist?"
"ARLINGTON, Texas --
For those interested in such things, we’ve had two significant hiccups here at Cowboys Stadium as kickoff approaches for Super Bowl XLV.
First, the NFL closed four of the 10 entrance points into the stadium because of lingering ice on the roof of the stadium. Friday, six people were injured by ice falling onto the sidewalk outside of the structure.
Second, the NFL just confirmed in a statement that some sections of the temporary seats erected inside Cowboys Stadium 'have not been fully completed.'
The league said that most fans will be accommodated somewhere in the building by kickoff, but indicated that some will not.
Those fans will receive a refund triple the cost of face value of the seat.
Local organizers are trying to break the Super Bowl record for attendance by exceeding 105,000.
Maybe they were a bit too greedy.
Can you imagine arriving at the stadium and finding out that your seat doesn’t exist?"
Ohio fraternity house shooting kills 1, hurts 11
The Associated Press: Ohio fraternity house shooting kills 1, hurts 11
"University spokesman Ron Cole says members of the university-sanctioned Omega Psi Phi fraternity lived at the house"
They were thugs at MSU 40 years ago.
Nice tradition....
"University spokesman Ron Cole says members of the university-sanctioned Omega Psi Phi fraternity lived at the house"
They were thugs at MSU 40 years ago.
Nice tradition....
Advocates for Michigan's medical-marijuana law fear disclosure of records will hurt patients
Advocates for Michigan's medical-marijuana law fear disclosure of records will hurt patients
"As founder of Michigan Association of Compassion Clubs, Jamie Lowell thinks the federal government's request for records on the state's medical-marijuana registry will discourage legal use."
So these pot advocates want the federal government to encourage the use of pot?
And employers won't know if their employees are using and if they get sued because an employee has an accident, it will be "news" to the companies?
Fear the cost of these "compassion" crooks.
"As founder of Michigan Association of Compassion Clubs, Jamie Lowell thinks the federal government's request for records on the state's medical-marijuana registry will discourage legal use."
So these pot advocates want the federal government to encourage the use of pot?
And employers won't know if their employees are using and if they get sued because an employee has an accident, it will be "news" to the companies?
Fear the cost of these "compassion" crooks.
Compared to other cities, Grand Rapids' part-time City Commission is a bargain
Compared to other cities, Grand Rapids' part-time City Commission is a bargain MLive.com
"Detroiters pay $13.2 million a year -- or $14.53 per resident – to maintain their legislative branch, the City Council, the study said.
In Grand Rapids, taxpayers spent $397,864 – about $2.01 per resident – in pay and benefits to sustain their part-time City Commission,"
How long are we going to allow Detroit to spend our state into bankruptcy?
"Detroiters pay $13.2 million a year -- or $14.53 per resident – to maintain their legislative branch, the City Council, the study said.
In Grand Rapids, taxpayers spent $397,864 – about $2.01 per resident – in pay and benefits to sustain their part-time City Commission,"
How long are we going to allow Detroit to spend our state into bankruptcy?
Are Teachers "Special"? Is Anyone? Why?
Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis: Are Teachers "Special"? Is Anyone? Why?
"Ironically, if anyone is 'special' in the student-teacher relationship, it is the students (and those who cannot protect themselves), not the teachers!"
It seems that the education unionists don't do much thinking about the students.....or their taxpaying parents.
"Ironically, if anyone is 'special' in the student-teacher relationship, it is the students (and those who cannot protect themselves), not the teachers!"
It seems that the education unionists don't do much thinking about the students.....or their taxpaying parents.
“Personal Attacks” Cause Colorado Group To Cancel Palin Speech…
Weasel Zippers » “Personal Attacks” Cause Colorado Group To Cancel Palin Speech…
"Citing an “onslaught of personal attacks”, a Colorado nonprofit today canceled a scheduled May appearance in Glendale by former Vice Presidential Candidate Sarah Palin"
"Citing an “onslaught of personal attacks”, a Colorado nonprofit today canceled a scheduled May appearance in Glendale by former Vice Presidential Candidate Sarah Palin"
Citizen's Guide to Michigan's Financial Health
Snyder - Citizen's Guide to Michigan's Financial Health
"For far too long the true state of Michigan's financial picture has been hidden by complex budget documents indecipherable to the average resident. One-time budget gimmicks and other accounting tricks have further masked the state's dire financial situation, allowing tough decisions to be pushed off into the future."
"For far too long the true state of Michigan's financial picture has been hidden by complex budget documents indecipherable to the average resident. One-time budget gimmicks and other accounting tricks have further masked the state's dire financial situation, allowing tough decisions to be pushed off into the future."
Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell says city employee compensation is 'unsustainable' in State of the City address
Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell says city employee compensation is 'unsustainable' in State of the City address MLive.com
"Heartwell told those gathered for his 2011 State of the City address Saturday that even after a 4 percent reduction in total compensation during the last round of contract negotiations, employee benefits are 35 percent of an average employee’s compensation package.
This is expected to reach 41 percent by 2015, he said, and pension contribution during that same period could see a 65 percent increase."
Nothing like this courage from most of our leaders in Muskegon.
But we did just hire a "sustainability coordinator".
"Heartwell told those gathered for his 2011 State of the City address Saturday that even after a 4 percent reduction in total compensation during the last round of contract negotiations, employee benefits are 35 percent of an average employee’s compensation package.
This is expected to reach 41 percent by 2015, he said, and pension contribution during that same period could see a 65 percent increase."
Nothing like this courage from most of our leaders in Muskegon.
But we did just hire a "sustainability coordinator".
Happy about tax-free pensions?
Happy about tax-free pensions? - DailyHerald.com
"If you’re not yet upset about the 2 percent state tax hike, here’s something to add fuel to the flames.
Did you know pensions are not taxable by the state of Illinois?
So the Oak Brook mayor and his wife receiving over $142,000 in pensions?
They pay zero dollars to the state of Illinois.
Aren’t you happy to be supporting them?"
Public employee pensions are exempt from state and local taxes in Michigan too.
Aren't you glad they don't have to support our state?
"If you’re not yet upset about the 2 percent state tax hike, here’s something to add fuel to the flames.
Did you know pensions are not taxable by the state of Illinois?
So the Oak Brook mayor and his wife receiving over $142,000 in pensions?
They pay zero dollars to the state of Illinois.
Aren’t you happy to be supporting them?"
Public employee pensions are exempt from state and local taxes in Michigan too.
Aren't you glad they don't have to support our state?
Everybody Does It? Really?
Everybody Does It? Really? - WSJ.com
"As we noted yesterday, over the weekend Common Cause held a rally in California at which numerous supporters of the self-styled 'grassroots organization' were caught on video advocating violence against Supreme Court justices and media executives--including calls to lynch the high court's only black member.
'Common Cause's 40 year history of holding power accountable has been marked by a commitment to decency and civility--in public and private,' begins a press release from the organization yesterday.
Yet in contrast with SarahPAC, which removed from its website its famous map of targeted districts after the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, CommonCause.org's homepage still prominently features a photo and denunciation of Justices Clarence Thomas and Antonin Scalia, who were among the objects of the Common Cause supporters' violent--and, in Thomas's case, racist--fantasies"
And there is this:
http://weaselzippers.us/2011/02/05/personal-attacks-cause-colorado-group-to-cancel-palin-speech/
It seems the liberal media sorta missed these unending examples of liberal "civilness".
"As we noted yesterday, over the weekend Common Cause held a rally in California at which numerous supporters of the self-styled 'grassroots organization' were caught on video advocating violence against Supreme Court justices and media executives--including calls to lynch the high court's only black member.
'Common Cause's 40 year history of holding power accountable has been marked by a commitment to decency and civility--in public and private,' begins a press release from the organization yesterday.
Yet in contrast with SarahPAC, which removed from its website its famous map of targeted districts after the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, CommonCause.org's homepage still prominently features a photo and denunciation of Justices Clarence Thomas and Antonin Scalia, who were among the objects of the Common Cause supporters' violent--and, in Thomas's case, racist--fantasies"
And there is this:
http://weaselzippers.us/2011/02/05/personal-attacks-cause-colorado-group-to-cancel-palin-speech/
It seems the liberal media sorta missed these unending examples of liberal "civilness".
Home Depot to close stores in Michigan, other states
Home Depot to close stores in Michigan, other states Detroit Free Press
"Company spokesman Stephen Holmes said the stores are in Holland; Gentilly, La.; Rocky Mount, N.C.; and Greenville, N.C."
"Company spokesman Stephen Holmes said the stores are in Holland; Gentilly, La.; Rocky Mount, N.C.; and Greenville, N.C."
Michigan DHS turns to colleges for child welfare caseworkers
Michigan DHS turns to colleges for child welfare caseworkers Detroit Free Press freep.com
"DHS plans to hire 500 new graduates by late spring"
500 new employees will fix the debacle that is DHS?
Not!
"DHS plans to hire 500 new graduates by late spring"
500 new employees will fix the debacle that is DHS?
Not!
Borders: A ‘MEGA’ Bankruptcy for Michigan
Borders: A ‘MEGA’ Bankruptcy for Michigan [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The MEGA program, created in 1995, offers tax breaks to companies that invest or locate in Michigan. Waldenbooks chose Michigan over Tennessee and received a reported $7.7 million tax credit."
"The MEGA program, created in 1995, offers tax breaks to companies that invest or locate in Michigan. Waldenbooks chose Michigan over Tennessee and received a reported $7.7 million tax credit."
Muskegon County commissioners consider buying laptops for themselves
Muskegon County commissioners consider buying laptops for themselves MLive.com
"Jager voted against soliciting bids, requesting that the board hold off until specifics can be researched.
He also pointed out that he bought a computer after he was elected in November because he figured it was his responsibility.
“I shouldn't run if I don't have the tools for my job,” Jager said."
Finally, we have a county commissioner who understands that he is dealing with other people's money.
You go, Alan!
And read the comments after the article.
The people are speaking!
"Jager voted against soliciting bids, requesting that the board hold off until specifics can be researched.
He also pointed out that he bought a computer after he was elected in November because he figured it was his responsibility.
“I shouldn't run if I don't have the tools for my job,” Jager said."
Finally, we have a county commissioner who understands that he is dealing with other people's money.
You go, Alan!
And read the comments after the article.
The people are speaking!
Saturday, February 05, 2011
The Tuscon Tea Party Needs Your Help
The Tuscon Tea Party Needs Your Help – Local Authorities Are Trying to Silence These Patriots The Gateway Pundit
"The Tucson Tea Party needs your help.
Please pass this on…."
Anyone who stands tall will be attacked.
Are we the "jews in 1936 Germany" or will we fight back?
Or are we just frogs placed in warm water?
"The Tucson Tea Party needs your help.
Please pass this on…."
Anyone who stands tall will be attacked.
Are we the "jews in 1936 Germany" or will we fight back?
Or are we just frogs placed in warm water?
Everybody Does It? Really?
Everybody Does It? Really? - WSJ.com
"Everybody does it?
Think it through and you will see that this is a stunning indictment of the American left."
"Everybody does it?
Think it through and you will see that this is a stunning indictment of the American left."
Gallup: Obama's Approval Rating Most Polarized Of Any President's 2nd Year Ever
theblogprof: Gallup: Obama's Approval Rating Most Polarized Of Any President's 2nd Year Ever
"My question is...
WHO THE HECK ARE THE 13% OF REPUBLICANS THAT LIKE WHAT THE GUY IS DOING???
Some 'uniter' Obama turned out to be, eh?"
"My question is...
WHO THE HECK ARE THE 13% OF REPUBLICANS THAT LIKE WHAT THE GUY IS DOING???
Some 'uniter' Obama turned out to be, eh?"
Church leaders examining whether a miracle occurred at Jackson Catholic Middle School after student claims to have seen image of Jesus Christ on wafer
"During the day, as adult volunteers sat near it, a student claimed to see the image of Jesus on the wafer."
Imagine if the student saw the image on a Pizza Hut pizza?
Or, even better!
If Muhammud's image was on a was on a slab of Chili's baby back ribs!
Obama Well Knows What Chaos He Has Unleashed
American Thinker: Obama Well Knows What Chaos He Has Unleashed
"The question is justifiably asked: Do they truly believe that the next regime that comes to power will have the interests of the U.S. and the West at heart?
My fear is that Obama is not naïve at all, but he instead knows only too well what he is doing, for he is eagerly promoting Islamic power in the world while diminishing the West and Israel, however much innocent blood will flow as a result."
I suspect this fear is shared by most leaders of the free world.
"The question is justifiably asked: Do they truly believe that the next regime that comes to power will have the interests of the U.S. and the West at heart?
My fear is that Obama is not naïve at all, but he instead knows only too well what he is doing, for he is eagerly promoting Islamic power in the world while diminishing the West and Israel, however much innocent blood will flow as a result."
I suspect this fear is shared by most leaders of the free world.
America's jobless recovery: So this is the new year?
America's jobless recovery: So this is the new year? The Economist
"So for another month, Americans will wait, frustrated and uncertain, to see when growth will once again mean new employment opportunities."
"So for another month, Americans will wait, frustrated and uncertain, to see when growth will once again mean new employment opportunities."
The Obama Administration betrays Britain to appease the Russians over New START
The Obama Administration betrays Britain to appease the Russians over New START – Telegraph Blogs
The latest revelation from Wikileaks is the most damaging so far to the Anglo-American Special Relationship.
The disclosure in The Telegraph today that the Obama Administration “secretly agreed to give the Russians sensitive information on Britain’s nuclear deterrent to persuade them to sign a key treaty” points to an astonishing betrayal of America’s closest friend and ally, that may have significant implications for the relationship between David Cameron and Barack Obama.
Totally ignored by the American MSM.
Remember the cold war days (Oh, how we miss you Ronnie and Maggie!) when we would imprison traitors in our own government?
The latest revelation from Wikileaks is the most damaging so far to the Anglo-American Special Relationship.
The disclosure in The Telegraph today that the Obama Administration “secretly agreed to give the Russians sensitive information on Britain’s nuclear deterrent to persuade them to sign a key treaty” points to an astonishing betrayal of America’s closest friend and ally, that may have significant implications for the relationship between David Cameron and Barack Obama.
Totally ignored by the American MSM.
Remember the cold war days (Oh, how we miss you Ronnie and Maggie!) when we would imprison traitors in our own government?
Reagan Super Bowl XLV Tribute - This video will be shown just before kic...
To think that we once had a Ronald Reagan and we now have Barry O'carter.......
Michigan asparagus growers get combat pay as foot soldiers in the war on drugs
Michigan asparagus growers get combat pay as foot soldiers in the war on drugs
"Michigan asparagus farmers have until April 8 to sign up for their share of the $15 million ear-marked to compensate them for the hit they took in the country's war on drugs — when Congress pulled the plug on their market by encouraging South American farmers to grow asparagus instead of drugs.
A news release from the Michigan Farm Bureau Friday said the 'vast majority' of Michigan's 150 asparagus growers should be eligible for up to $100,000 per producer, part of a new U.S. Department of Agriculture program to help make up for losses suffered after Congress, in 1991, awarded farmers in Peru, Columbia, Bolivia and Ecuador unlimited duty-free entry to U.S. markets.
That put Michigan and other US asparagus producers into competition with farmers in those countries.
Peru has a 12-month production cycle and near-ideal growing conditions."
And we all know that COMPETITION is bad.
Our country is out of control!
"Michigan asparagus farmers have until April 8 to sign up for their share of the $15 million ear-marked to compensate them for the hit they took in the country's war on drugs — when Congress pulled the plug on their market by encouraging South American farmers to grow asparagus instead of drugs.
A news release from the Michigan Farm Bureau Friday said the 'vast majority' of Michigan's 150 asparagus growers should be eligible for up to $100,000 per producer, part of a new U.S. Department of Agriculture program to help make up for losses suffered after Congress, in 1991, awarded farmers in Peru, Columbia, Bolivia and Ecuador unlimited duty-free entry to U.S. markets.
That put Michigan and other US asparagus producers into competition with farmers in those countries.
Peru has a 12-month production cycle and near-ideal growing conditions."
And we all know that COMPETITION is bad.
Our country is out of control!
Judge holds Obama regime in contempt over illegal drilling ban
theblogprof: Shocker: Judge holds Obama regime in contempt over illegal drilling ban
"Shocker: Judge holds Obama regime in contempt over illegal drilling ban
Let me make one thing clear - the Obama administration is acting like a regime.
One aspect of a regime is self-imposed carte blanche control of everything.
In this case, a federal judge told Obama that he cannot put a moratorium on offshore drilling.
Obama did it anyway by going through the Department of the Interior headed by the incompetent Ken Salazar (the bad guy in Resident Evil 4 for the Wii)
That same judge is now finding the Obama regime in contempt."
The financial penalties will be paid for by the US taxpayer.
Is this a great country or what?
"Shocker: Judge holds Obama regime in contempt over illegal drilling ban
Let me make one thing clear - the Obama administration is acting like a regime.
One aspect of a regime is self-imposed carte blanche control of everything.
In this case, a federal judge told Obama that he cannot put a moratorium on offshore drilling.
Obama did it anyway by going through the Department of the Interior headed by the incompetent Ken Salazar (the bad guy in Resident Evil 4 for the Wii)
That same judge is now finding the Obama regime in contempt."
The financial penalties will be paid for by the US taxpayer.
Is this a great country or what?
Study warns Super Bowl could be heart stopper -- literally | MLive.com
Study warns Super Bowl could be heart stopper -- literally MLive.com
"Study warns Super Bowl could be heart stopper -- literally"
A totally bogus and worthless "study" from the nanny-state and paid for by your tax dollars.
How 'bout a study on heart attacks on April 15th of every year?
"Study warns Super Bowl could be heart stopper -- literally"
A totally bogus and worthless "study" from the nanny-state and paid for by your tax dollars.
How 'bout a study on heart attacks on April 15th of every year?
Health care fraud no longer a faceless crime | MLive.com
Health care fraud no longer a faceless crime MLive.com
"Medicare and Medicaid scams cost taxpayers more than $60 billion a year"
Face it, scamming the government at every level is way easier than work.
Ask any SEIU member.
"Medicare and Medicaid scams cost taxpayers more than $60 billion a year"
Face it, scamming the government at every level is way easier than work.
Ask any SEIU member.
Michigan income tax rollback: Done deal or bad idea?
Michigan income tax rollback: Done deal or bad idea? MLive.com
"Snyder spokeswoman Sara Wurfel said no decision has been made yet as the new Republican governor puts together a budget proposal to be presented Feb. 17."
"Snyder spokeswoman Sara Wurfel said no decision has been made yet as the new Republican governor puts together a budget proposal to be presented Feb. 17."
Dump Dick Lugar
Pajamas Media » Dump Dick Lugar
Senator Dick Lugar (R-IN) ties with Orrin Hatch as the longest serving Republican in the Senate. When Lugar faces primary voters next year, Republicans should choose someone else.
Here are five reasons why.
1) He’s Fiscally Irresponsible.
2) He’s a Foe of the Second Amendment.
3) He Supports Amnesty and He’s Weak on Illegal Immigration.
4) His Version of Bipartisanship Is Going Along with the Democrats.
5) We Can Do Better.
Senator Dick Lugar (R-IN) ties with Orrin Hatch as the longest serving Republican in the Senate. When Lugar faces primary voters next year, Republicans should choose someone else.
Here are five reasons why.
1) He’s Fiscally Irresponsible.
2) He’s a Foe of the Second Amendment.
3) He Supports Amnesty and He’s Weak on Illegal Immigration.
4) His Version of Bipartisanship Is Going Along with the Democrats.
5) We Can Do Better.
Friday, February 04, 2011
Ponzi mastermind Dante DeMiro out of jail, ordered not to gamble
Ponzi mastermind Dante DeMiro out of jail, ordered not to gamble MLive.com
"Alleged Ponzi mastermind Dante DeMiro has been released from jail, and has been ordered not to gamble or visit any casinos.
DeMiro, accused of stealing up to $3.9 million from Mona Shores Public Schools"
"ordered not to gamble....."????????
This crook stole $4 MILLION bucks from us taxpayers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"Alleged Ponzi mastermind Dante DeMiro has been released from jail, and has been ordered not to gamble or visit any casinos.
DeMiro, accused of stealing up to $3.9 million from Mona Shores Public Schools"
"ordered not to gamble....."????????
This crook stole $4 MILLION bucks from us taxpayers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Illinois: Pension Debacle Poster Child
Today, Illinois’ unfunded pension liability is estimated to be $78 billion.
How did we get here?
Let’s call it the “Four Rules of Too” for public employees whose salaries are too high; contributions are too low; plans are too bloated; and retirement is too early.
As the following chart regarding the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) shows, over the last decade teacher salaries have risen by 7% per year or 96% compounded and the pension cost (Pension Benefit Obligation) taxpayers are responsible for has gone up 116%.
Dedicated Public Safety Millage Election
Dedicated Public Safety Millage Election - Norton Shores, Michigan
"On February 22, 2011, the City of Norton Shores will have a special election for a Fire and Police Millage.
This millage would allow City Council to levy up to 2 mills for 10 years.
The millage would provide funds specifically for Fire and Police Services.
Please see attached items for more information."
"On February 22, 2011, the City of Norton Shores will have a special election for a Fire and Police Millage.
This millage would allow City Council to levy up to 2 mills for 10 years.
The millage would provide funds specifically for Fire and Police Services.
Please see attached items for more information."
Why Is Wall Street So Addicted to Prestige Colleges?
"The snobbery is very precise: you have to go to Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Stanford and, perhaps, Wharton.
(I do have my Wharton "diploma", fuck you losers....)
And the reason for this is not the belief that these schools provide the best education—in fact, many of those evaluating job candidates were critical of the education offered by these schools.
Rather, it seems that the elite firms are simply using getting into Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Standford and Wharton as a proxy for intelligence."
Well that "proxy for intelligence" worked out well....right?
And they're not kind to Cornell, UoM....and MSU is the equivalent of spinach on your teeth at the Queen's tea.
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