Tea Party Doctor Issues Obamacare Debate Challenge - Big Government
"If you were stuck reading just the mainstream media, you would probably have no idea that there is a growing movement among doctors to oppose President Barack Obama’s health care plan.
Dr. Adam Dorin, who practices medicine in southern California, has helped co-found an offshoot of the Tea Party known as The Doctors National TEA Party"
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Step Increases: The Big Teacher Raises That Don’t Make the News
Step Increases: The Big Teacher Raises That Don’t Make the News [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"Yet, Mattawan teachers who have 13 years of service or less are still set to receive step increases of more than 5 percent for this year and the next two.
Van Beek said 65 percent of Mattawan’s teachers have 11 years or less experience."
Add the platimun health care and COL increases.
It all adds up to bankruptcy for school systems and taxpayers.
"Yet, Mattawan teachers who have 13 years of service or less are still set to receive step increases of more than 5 percent for this year and the next two.
Van Beek said 65 percent of Mattawan’s teachers have 11 years or less experience."
Add the platimun health care and COL increases.
It all adds up to bankruptcy for school systems and taxpayers.
Controversial Spring Lake community C3Exchange to sell its building, asking $1.9 million
Controversial Spring Lake community C3Exchange to sell its building, asking $1.9 million MLive.com
"C3Exchange generated controversy last June by changing its name from Christ Community Church and removing the cross on its building."
OK.
You're a Christian church...but you remove Christ from your church.....and you remove the Cross from your church......and you wonder why your members have removed you from their lives.
"C3Exchange generated controversy last June by changing its name from Christ Community Church and removing the cross on its building."
OK.
You're a Christian church...but you remove Christ from your church.....and you remove the Cross from your church......and you wonder why your members have removed you from their lives.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Pile of debt would stretch beyond stratosphere
Pile of debt would stretch beyond stratosphere Reuters
"* The U.S. government borrows more than $40,000 per second.
That's more than the cost of a year's tuition, room and board at many universities.
'That usually gets their attention,' Doug Holtz-Eakin, who was chief White House economist under President George W. Bush, said in an email.
'I have two kids, so every 10 seconds, the feds borrow more than I paid lifetime.'"
"* The U.S. government borrows more than $40,000 per second.
That's more than the cost of a year's tuition, room and board at many universities.
'That usually gets their attention,' Doug Holtz-Eakin, who was chief White House economist under President George W. Bush, said in an email.
'I have two kids, so every 10 seconds, the feds borrow more than I paid lifetime.'"
Two patients died after waiting in ambulance outside 'full' Oldham hospital unit
Two patients died after waiting in ambulance outside 'full' Oldham hospital unit Manchester Evening News - menmedia.co.uk
"Two patients died after being left waiting in ambulances outside an over-stretched hospital."
"Two patients died after being left waiting in ambulances outside an over-stretched hospital."
The Most Dangerous Cities In America
The Most Dangerous Cities In America
"But parts of the country are getting worse.
Flint, Michigan -- the most violent city in America -- saw a 10% increase in violent crime over last year, with 2,208 violent crimes per 100,000 people.
Rust Belt neighbor Detroit was only slightly safer"
"But parts of the country are getting worse.
Flint, Michigan -- the most violent city in America -- saw a 10% increase in violent crime over last year, with 2,208 violent crimes per 100,000 people.
Rust Belt neighbor Detroit was only slightly safer"
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Ryan Schools Gregory: 'I Don't Consult Polls to Tell Me What My Principles Are or Policies Should Be
Ryan Schools Gregory: 'I Don't Consult Polls to Tell Me What My Principles Are or Policies Should Be - Leaders Change Polls' NewsBusters.org
"Ryan marvelously educated his host saying,
'I don't consult polls to tell me what my principles are or what our policies should be.
Leaders change the polls'"
"Ryan marvelously educated his host saying,
'I don't consult polls to tell me what my principles are or what our policies should be.
Leaders change the polls'"
Letters: Public participation, debate make better government
Letters: Public participation, debate make better government MLive.com
"Our county faces far too many challenges to continue the 'let's go along to get along' style of 'leadership' that has brought us a near $100 million dollar underfunding of county pension and health care funds."
"Our county faces far too many challenges to continue the 'let's go along to get along' style of 'leadership' that has brought us a near $100 million dollar underfunding of county pension and health care funds."
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Adult Baby | Tom Coburn
Adult Baby Tom Coburn Investigation The Daily Caller
"“You wanna test how damn serious I am about leaving this world, screw with my check that pays for this apartment and food,” he said.
“Try it.
See how serious I am.
I don’t care.
I have no problem killing myself.
Take away the last thing keeping me here, and see what happens.
Next time you see me on the news, it will be me in a body bag.”"
"“You wanna test how damn serious I am about leaving this world, screw with my check that pays for this apartment and food,” he said.
“Try it.
See how serious I am.
I don’t care.
I have no problem killing myself.
Take away the last thing keeping me here, and see what happens.
Next time you see me on the news, it will be me in a body bag.”"
Ban shopping bags says EU
Express.co.uk - Home of the Daily and Sunday Express UK News :: Ban shopping bags says EU
"Shops in Britain could be outlawed from stocking them, or alternatively there might be a new tax to dramatically reduce their use."
"Shops in Britain could be outlawed from stocking them, or alternatively there might be a new tax to dramatically reduce their use."
The Euro Doom Scenario Starts With What's Happening In Spain Right Now
The Euro Doom Scenario Starts With What's Happening In Spain Right Now
"As you may recall, I've said forever that Spain will be the EU dealbreaker.
And as we saw, again, not that long ago, for an entire decade, from 1997-2006, Spain built more homes than England, France and Germany combined, of which far too many to count now stand empty.
Plus, much of the financing for all these superfluous homes was done through still seemingly healthy large Spanish banks like Santander and BBVA"
"As you may recall, I've said forever that Spain will be the EU dealbreaker.
And as we saw, again, not that long ago, for an entire decade, from 1997-2006, Spain built more homes than England, France and Germany combined, of which far too many to count now stand empty.
Plus, much of the financing for all these superfluous homes was done through still seemingly healthy large Spanish banks like Santander and BBVA"
Feds Moving EV Tax Credits To “Cash For Clunkers” Model
Feds Moving EV Tax Credits To “Cash For Clunkers” Model The Truth About Cars
"Speaking to Automotive News [sub], LaHood even went as far as to argue that the new direction for the tax credits, which were previously only claimable when filing taxes, would be successful for the reason that it would make the credits more like the Cash For Clunkers program.
Apparently LaHood has completely forgotten how riddled with waste, inefficiency, fraud, confusion, delays, unintended consequences and all-purpose madness that program was."
"Speaking to Automotive News [sub], LaHood even went as far as to argue that the new direction for the tax credits, which were previously only claimable when filing taxes, would be successful for the reason that it would make the credits more like the Cash For Clunkers program.
Apparently LaHood has completely forgotten how riddled with waste, inefficiency, fraud, confusion, delays, unintended consequences and all-purpose madness that program was."
Red Tape - IRS snafu leaves taxpayers, refunds in limbo for months
Red Tape - IRS snafu leaves taxpayers, refunds in limbo for months
"It's perhaps the very definition of Red Tape.
Four years ago, Congress decided that the IRS should get into the banking business, authorizing it to give out no-interest loans to first-time homebuyers.
That put the agency in the position of both collecting loan payments and issuing tax refunds to the roughly 1 million taxpayers who took advantage of the program."
The democrat controlled congress decided IRS agents would make great bankers....right.....
"It's perhaps the very definition of Red Tape.
Four years ago, Congress decided that the IRS should get into the banking business, authorizing it to give out no-interest loans to first-time homebuyers.
That put the agency in the position of both collecting loan payments and issuing tax refunds to the roughly 1 million taxpayers who took advantage of the program."
The democrat controlled congress decided IRS agents would make great bankers....right.....
Emotional school funding debate continues with parents, unions questioning legislators
Emotional school funding debate continues with parents, unions questioning legislators MLive.com
“The cuts are going to hurt East Grand Rapids but Grand Rapids is really going to be hurt,” said Dan Lorenz, an East Grand Rapids parent and Wyoming teacher.
“I am afraid of future cuts and I am angry money is being taken away to be used for other things.”"
By "taken away", I guess he means slowing the automatic teacher wage and health care and dental care and early retirement benefit increases they enjoy every year.
And "used for other things" like paying down our tsunami of debt and letting people keep some of their hard earned income.
“The cuts are going to hurt East Grand Rapids but Grand Rapids is really going to be hurt,” said Dan Lorenz, an East Grand Rapids parent and Wyoming teacher.
“I am afraid of future cuts and I am angry money is being taken away to be used for other things.”"
By "taken away", I guess he means slowing the automatic teacher wage and health care and dental care and early retirement benefit increases they enjoy every year.
And "used for other things" like paying down our tsunami of debt and letting people keep some of their hard earned income.
NHS budget squeeze to blame for longer waiting times, say doctors
NHS budget squeeze to blame for longer waiting times, say doctors Society The Guardian
"Latest performance data reveal number of English patients waiting more than 18 weeks has risen by 26% in last year"
"Latest performance data reveal number of English patients waiting more than 18 weeks has risen by 26% in last year"
Friday, May 20, 2011
Fighting for the Right to Tell Lies
Fighting for the Right to Tell Lies - NYTimes.com
"But though he admitted conjuring the entire tale, Mr. Strandlof has been fighting the case against him, arguing that the law violates his right to free speech.
Simply telling a lie, his lawyers assert, does not always constitute a crime.
Now, a federal appeals court in Denver is weighing whether the act is indeed unconstitutional.
Last July, a judge dismissed the case against Mr. Strandlof on First Amendment grounds, but prosecutors appealed."
"But though he admitted conjuring the entire tale, Mr. Strandlof has been fighting the case against him, arguing that the law violates his right to free speech.
Simply telling a lie, his lawyers assert, does not always constitute a crime.
Now, a federal appeals court in Denver is weighing whether the act is indeed unconstitutional.
Last July, a judge dismissed the case against Mr. Strandlof on First Amendment grounds, but prosecutors appealed."
An historic first?
Muskegon Taxpayers Alliance
"This is a first for me.
And maybe a first for the Muskegon County commissioners.
They voted 'No' on two spending bills!"
"This is a first for me.
And maybe a first for the Muskegon County commissioners.
They voted 'No' on two spending bills!"
Muskegon County board pulls its annual contribution to Muskegon Heights festival
Muskegon County board pulls its annual contribution to Muskegon Heights festival MLive.com
"“When you see Miss Michigan means more than an entire community, I want to say racial,” Rankin said."
"“When you see Miss Michigan means more than an entire community, I want to say racial,” Rankin said."
Senate rejects GOP bill to expand, speed up offshore drilling
Senate rejects GOP bill to expand, speed up offshore drilling - The Hill's E2-Wire
"The Senate on Wednesday rejected Republican-backed legislation intended to speed up and expand offshore oil and gas drilling"
Yes, there is a difference between GOPers and democrats.
"The Senate on Wednesday rejected Republican-backed legislation intended to speed up and expand offshore oil and gas drilling"
Yes, there is a difference between GOPers and democrats.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
THE KEY TO IMPROVING SOCIETY: Economic freedom.
Instapundit » Blog Archive » THE KEY TO IMPROVING SOCIETY: Economic freedom.
"You don’t say.
Funny, it’s easy for some people to accept that artistic freedom is good for art, but they still have trouble accepting that economic freedom is good for the economy."
"You don’t say.
Funny, it’s easy for some people to accept that artistic freedom is good for art, but they still have trouble accepting that economic freedom is good for the economy."
Aide’s Defense of Gingrich Has D.C. Howling
Aide’s Defense of Gingrich Has D.C. Howling - Washington Wire - WSJ
"Walt Whitman or Allen Ginsberg it isn’t.
But the 2012 campaign has found its early, free-form poet.
He is Rick Tyler, Newt Gingrich’s long-time spokesman, who has penned a defense of his beleaguered boss that is so purple, so mixed in its metaphors, that all of Washington is eating it up – tweeting it, emailing it and otherwise bouncing it around the Internet."
He gone!
"Walt Whitman or Allen Ginsberg it isn’t.
But the 2012 campaign has found its early, free-form poet.
He is Rick Tyler, Newt Gingrich’s long-time spokesman, who has penned a defense of his beleaguered boss that is so purple, so mixed in its metaphors, that all of Washington is eating it up – tweeting it, emailing it and otherwise bouncing it around the Internet."
He gone!
A defining moment for Chuck Reed
Herhold: A defining moment for Chuck Reed - San Jose Mercury News
"Make no mistake: The proposal that San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed unveiled Friday to curtail retirement and health benefits for city employees will define his mayoral career."
One man, standing tall!
It CAN happen in Muskegon.
"Make no mistake: The proposal that San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed unveiled Friday to curtail retirement and health benefits for city employees will define his mayoral career."
One man, standing tall!
It CAN happen in Muskegon.
If public pension checks bounce, blame union leaders and politicians, not taxpayers
If public pension checks bounce, blame union leaders and politicians, not taxpayers
"Prichard simply stopped writing pension checks almost two years ago, leaving retirees without promised income even as the town forces current employees and taxpayers to keep paying into the fund.
Sure, Prichard is only a municipality, and states are states.
But that might not make much difference when the money runs out.
In fact, as sovereigns, states can pretty much pay — or not pay — whom they choose."
It's the union members who will be hurt most if this house of cards collapses.
Why do their leaders lie to the membership?
"Prichard simply stopped writing pension checks almost two years ago, leaving retirees without promised income even as the town forces current employees and taxpayers to keep paying into the fund.
Sure, Prichard is only a municipality, and states are states.
But that might not make much difference when the money runs out.
In fact, as sovereigns, states can pretty much pay — or not pay — whom they choose."
It's the union members who will be hurt most if this house of cards collapses.
Why do their leaders lie to the membership?
Michigan Senate passes bill requiring public workers to pay 20 percent of health insurance premiums
Michigan Senate passes bill requiring public workers to pay 20 percent of health insurance premiums MLive.com
"Public employers in Michigan at the state, local, school and university levels could pay no more than 80 percent of employees' health insurance premiums under legislation that cleared the Senate today.
The measure was approved on a near party line 25-13 vote."
My gosh!
We may yet get out of this mess!
"Public employers in Michigan at the state, local, school and university levels could pay no more than 80 percent of employees' health insurance premiums under legislation that cleared the Senate today.
The measure was approved on a near party line 25-13 vote."
My gosh!
We may yet get out of this mess!
Teacher 'step increases,' retroactive wages curtailed in bill headed for Gov. Snyder
Teacher 'step increases,' retroactive wages curtailed in bill headed for Gov. Snyder MLive.com
"Teachers will no longer get automatic “step increases” under terms of expired labor agreements, and will no longer be able to bargain retroactive pay increases under a bill headed for Gov. Rick Snyder's signature."
A small step for a governor.
A giant leap for the taxpayer.
"Teachers will no longer get automatic “step increases” under terms of expired labor agreements, and will no longer be able to bargain retroactive pay increases under a bill headed for Gov. Rick Snyder's signature."
A small step for a governor.
A giant leap for the taxpayer.
How about a National Obamacare Waiver?
How about a National Obamacare Waiver? The Foundry
"On Monday, the Las Vegas Sun reported that Nevada—Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s home state—received a partial statewide Obamacare waiver, too.
If you’re keeping score, Reid was Pelosi’s counterpart in the Senate fighting to get Obamacare passed into law.
Now his state will be one of three to get a waiver from the law’s requirements, while the rest of America suffers."
The ENTIRE state of Nevada?
"On Monday, the Las Vegas Sun reported that Nevada—Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s home state—received a partial statewide Obamacare waiver, too.
If you’re keeping score, Reid was Pelosi’s counterpart in the Senate fighting to get Obamacare passed into law.
Now his state will be one of three to get a waiver from the law’s requirements, while the rest of America suffers."
The ENTIRE state of Nevada?
GM Asks for More Tax Incentives
GM Asks for More Tax Incentives [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The company has been the recipient of at least 10 other deals from the Michigan Economic Growth Authority, with estimated incentives valued at the time of passage at more than $1.5 billion, including its massive special 2009 award.
That’s not even including assistance in these deals from federal or local government incentives, let alone its $50 billion federal government bailout."
"The company has been the recipient of at least 10 other deals from the Michigan Economic Growth Authority, with estimated incentives valued at the time of passage at more than $1.5 billion, including its massive special 2009 award.
That’s not even including assistance in these deals from federal or local government incentives, let alone its $50 billion federal government bailout."
The Differences Between Public and Private Sector Unions
The Differences Between Public and Private Sector Unions « Union Watch
"Many supporters of public sector unions suggest there are no meaningful differences between public and private sector unions when it comes to collective bargaining.
As I explain below, however, there are in fact several fundamental differences,"
"Many supporters of public sector unions suggest there are no meaningful differences between public and private sector unions when it comes to collective bargaining.
As I explain below, however, there are in fact several fundamental differences,"
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Michigan first to act as states weigh reductions in unemployment benefits
Michigan first to act as states weigh reductions in unemployment benefits - CFED News Clips
"When state unemployment funds are depleted, they borrow from the federal government.
Michigan owes the federal government $3.9 billion for the program.
By comparison, the state's proposed budget for next year is $45.9 billion."
$3.9 BILLION!!!!!!!!!
And it's growing EVERY day!
"When state unemployment funds are depleted, they borrow from the federal government.
Michigan owes the federal government $3.9 billion for the program.
By comparison, the state's proposed budget for next year is $45.9 billion."
$3.9 BILLION!!!!!!!!!
And it's growing EVERY day!
Passenger jets nearly collide after Biden plane lands in Chicago
Passenger jets nearly collide after Biden plane lands in Chicago - The Washington Post
"The near-collision involved a pair of 50-seat, twin-engine commuter jets, one inbound from Muskegon, Mich.,"
"The near-collision involved a pair of 50-seat, twin-engine commuter jets, one inbound from Muskegon, Mich.,"
Hey teachers unions – how about some pay cuts?
Hey teachers unions – how about some pay cuts? - Orange Punch - The Orange County Register
"Wouldn’t people who work only nine months a year have enough of a compassionate heart for their compatriots to effectively work two or three weeks a year without pay in order to save enough money to prevent some of their ranks from being laid off?
Nah."
Why are we so afraid of teachers, for gosh sakes?
"Wouldn’t people who work only nine months a year have enough of a compassionate heart for their compatriots to effectively work two or three weeks a year without pay in order to save enough money to prevent some of their ranks from being laid off?
Nah."
Why are we so afraid of teachers, for gosh sakes?
Social Security deficits now 'permanent'
Social Security deficits now 'permanent' - Washington Times
"Medicare’s hospital insurance trust fund is now slated to run out of money in 2024, or five years earlier than last year’s projection, while Social Security’s trust fund will be exhausted by 2036, a year earlier than the prior projection."
"Last year's" projection is wrong this quickly?
Maybe we could save some tax money by getting a new "projector"?
"Medicare’s hospital insurance trust fund is now slated to run out of money in 2024, or five years earlier than last year’s projection, while Social Security’s trust fund will be exhausted by 2036, a year earlier than the prior projection."
"Last year's" projection is wrong this quickly?
Maybe we could save some tax money by getting a new "projector"?
Former Mona Shores chief, ousted following Ponzi scheme, interviews at Kenowa Hills
Former Mona Shores chief, ousted following Ponzi scheme, interviews at Kenowa Hills MLive.com
This guy is the public employee version of the captain of the Titanic.
He let his "ship" sink.
Why is he still being considered to captain another ship?
This guy is the public employee version of the captain of the Titanic.
He let his "ship" sink.
Why is he still being considered to captain another ship?
Several Passengers Injured When Elevator Drops Three Floors In Chelsea
Several Passengers Injured When Elevator Drops Three Floors In Chelsea « CBS New York
Not really a big story but check out the comments...harsh!
Not really a big story but check out the comments...harsh!
White House shuts out Herald scribe
White House shuts out Herald scribe - BostonHerald.com
"The White House Press Office has refused to give the Boston Herald full access to President Obama’s Boston fund-raiser today, in e-mails objecting to the newspaper’s front page placement of a Mitt Romney op-ed, saying pool reporters are chosen based on whether they cover the news “fairly.”"
Gangster government tells da media who's boss!
"The White House Press Office has refused to give the Boston Herald full access to President Obama’s Boston fund-raiser today, in e-mails objecting to the newspaper’s front page placement of a Mitt Romney op-ed, saying pool reporters are chosen based on whether they cover the news “fairly.”"
Gangster government tells da media who's boss!
USPS warns of default on retiree benefits
Federal News Radio 1500 AM: USPS warns of default on retiree benefits
"The Postal Service will begin to default on its financial obligations just over four months from now unless Congress takes action to relieve it of its obligation to pre-fund retiree health care accounts, its leader told lawmakers Tuesday."
In other words, "everything will be just fine if only you'll allow us to borrow more money from your grandchildren".
"The Postal Service will begin to default on its financial obligations just over four months from now unless Congress takes action to relieve it of its obligation to pre-fund retiree health care accounts, its leader told lawmakers Tuesday."
In other words, "everything will be just fine if only you'll allow us to borrow more money from your grandchildren".
Muskegon Township, fortu PowerCell reach development agreement for battery plant
Muskegon Township, fortu PowerCell reach development agreement for battery plant MLive.com
"Fortu states that, as part of its 2010 tax credit agreement with the state that made the project possible, it won't discriminate against union contractors"
What the heck does that mean?
Yu gotta problem wit dat?
"Fortu states that, as part of its 2010 tax credit agreement with the state that made the project possible, it won't discriminate against union contractors"
What the heck does that mean?
Yu gotta problem wit dat?
Michigan Irish Music Festival announces 2011 headliners
Michigan Irish Music Festival announces 2011 headliners [video] MLive.com
"Organizers of the Michigan Irish Music Festival have announced three headlining bands direct from Ireland for this year's festivities."
Maybe these organizers ought to take control of Summer Celebration?
"Organizers of the Michigan Irish Music Festival have announced three headlining bands direct from Ireland for this year's festivities."
Maybe these organizers ought to take control of Summer Celebration?
Soaring gas prices prompt surge in mo-ped sales
Soaring gas prices prompt surge in mo-ped sales MLive.com
Nice happy-feely article on the joys of high gasoline prices and mo-peds.
The "high gas prices force innocent citizens onto mo-peds. Women and children hurt most" headline saved for a republican administration.
Nice happy-feely article on the joys of high gasoline prices and mo-peds.
The "high gas prices force innocent citizens onto mo-peds. Women and children hurt most" headline saved for a republican administration.
The 2012 GOP guide to the climate debate
The 2012 GOP guide to the climate debate The Daily Caller
"science doesn’t work on a consensus basis.
We don’t accept that the Earth revolves around the Sun because most scientists, or a group of scientists, have agreed to say so.
Science is driven by data, not groupthink."
"science doesn’t work on a consensus basis.
We don’t accept that the Earth revolves around the Sun because most scientists, or a group of scientists, have agreed to say so.
Science is driven by data, not groupthink."
Monday, May 16, 2011
Muslims to push for sharia
Muslims to push for sharia The Australian
"THE nation's peak Muslim group is using the Gillard government's re-embracing of multiculturalism to push for the introduction of sharia in Australia, but it says it would be a more moderate variety of Islamic law that fits with Australian values"
Watch out, it's on the way here!
"THE nation's peak Muslim group is using the Gillard government's re-embracing of multiculturalism to push for the introduction of sharia in Australia, but it says it would be a more moderate variety of Islamic law that fits with Australian values"
Watch out, it's on the way here!
Recount in Orchard View sought by candidate who lost by one vote
Recount in Orchard View sought by candidate who lost by one vote MLive.com
"An Orchard View school board candidate who lost by one vote has asked for a recount of some of the ballots cast in the May 3 election."
Next time you think your vote doesn't count, remember this.
"An Orchard View school board candidate who lost by one vote has asked for a recount of some of the ballots cast in the May 3 election."
Next time you think your vote doesn't count, remember this.
Geithner halts investments in 2 gov't pensions
My Way News - Geithner halts investments in 2 gov't pensions
"The nation has reached its debt limit because the federal government has grown accustomed to borrowing massive amounts of money.
The latest estimate is that it borrows 40 cents for every dollar it spends."
What's the democrat plan to stop spending what we don't have?
"The nation has reached its debt limit because the federal government has grown accustomed to borrowing massive amounts of money.
The latest estimate is that it borrows 40 cents for every dollar it spends."
What's the democrat plan to stop spending what we don't have?
Why Don't We Hear About Soros' Ties to Over 30 Major News Organizations?
Why Don't We Hear About Soros' Ties to Over 30 Major News Organizations? - FoxNews.com
"Soros, who spent $27 million trying to defeat President Bush in 2004, has ties to more than 30 mainstream news outlets – including The New York Times, Washington Post, the Associated Press, NBC and ABC."
This answer is very frightening.
"Soros, who spent $27 million trying to defeat President Bush in 2004, has ties to more than 30 mainstream news outlets – including The New York Times, Washington Post, the Associated Press, NBC and ABC."
This answer is very frightening.
Ruling keeps judge on fake Tea Party case
Ruling keeps judge on fake Tea Party case detnews.com The Detroit News
"Bauer and McGuinness remain free on bond on the charges, felonies punishable by up to 14 years in prison. A pretrial hearing is scheduled for May 18 before Alexander."
Imagine the media coverage if the GOPers tried this disgusting stunt.
And the left isn't done yet.
Be ever vigilant!
"Bauer and McGuinness remain free on bond on the charges, felonies punishable by up to 14 years in prison. A pretrial hearing is scheduled for May 18 before Alexander."
Imagine the media coverage if the GOPers tried this disgusting stunt.
And the left isn't done yet.
Be ever vigilant!
Anatomy of How to Kill a Tax Hike
Anatomy of How to Kill a Tax Hike [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The proposal would also have raised the cap on the city’s taxing authority set by the 1978 Headlee Amendment in the state constitution, which caps property taxes.
Pollard says his group was out on the streets talking to people and putting up bright red “Vote NO” signs around town.
He says all he had to do to get voters to change their minds was show them how confusing the ballot language actually was.
He doesn’t feel the city is being honest with how they would use the new money."
When the people see the facts, liberty and justice are the winners!
"The proposal would also have raised the cap on the city’s taxing authority set by the 1978 Headlee Amendment in the state constitution, which caps property taxes.
Pollard says his group was out on the streets talking to people and putting up bright red “Vote NO” signs around town.
He says all he had to do to get voters to change their minds was show them how confusing the ballot language actually was.
He doesn’t feel the city is being honest with how they would use the new money."
When the people see the facts, liberty and justice are the winners!
Boeing and the Union Berlin Wall
Boeing and the Union Berlin Wall - WSJ.com
"As of today there are 22 right-to-work states and 28 union-shop states.
Over the past decade (2000-09) the right-to-work states grew faster in nearly every respect than their union-shop counterparts"
The path to prosperity is easy.
Some just won't walk the walk.
"As of today there are 22 right-to-work states and 28 union-shop states.
Over the past decade (2000-09) the right-to-work states grew faster in nearly every respect than their union-shop counterparts"
The path to prosperity is easy.
Some just won't walk the walk.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Wearing Only a Smile, Nudists Seek Out the Young and the Naked
Wearing Only a Smile, Nudists Seek Out the Young and the Naked - WSJ.com
"That's good news to the nudist resort industry, which is desperate for young nudists like Ms. Bartoletti to augment its clientele of graying baby boomers."
So the old nudists want to see more young nudists.
Who'd of guessed!
"That's good news to the nudist resort industry, which is desperate for young nudists like Ms. Bartoletti to augment its clientele of graying baby boomers."
So the old nudists want to see more young nudists.
Who'd of guessed!
MSNBC Airs Highly-Edited 2002 Video of Bush Saying 'I'm Not That Concerned About Bin Laden'
MSNBC Airs Highly-Edited 2002 Video of Bush Saying 'I'm Not That Concerned About Bin Laden' NewsBusters.org
"According to LexisNexis, similarly edited clips of this press conference have been aired on MSNBC eleven times since bin Laden's death. Besides Matthews on Tuesday, such snippets were shown four times on 'The Last Word,' and twice each on 'MSNBC Live,' 'The Rachel Maddow Show,' and 'The Ed Show.'
Readers are advised that MSNBC only transcribes its weekday programs during extended prime time."
More lies from the left.
Keep up with what they say.
And spread the truth!
"According to LexisNexis, similarly edited clips of this press conference have been aired on MSNBC eleven times since bin Laden's death. Besides Matthews on Tuesday, such snippets were shown four times on 'The Last Word,' and twice each on 'MSNBC Live,' 'The Rachel Maddow Show,' and 'The Ed Show.'
Readers are advised that MSNBC only transcribes its weekday programs during extended prime time."
More lies from the left.
Keep up with what they say.
And spread the truth!
Four Dems vote 'present' on honoring Bin Laden mission
Four Dems vote 'present' on honoring Bin Laden mission - TheHill.com
"The vote wasn’t unanimous, however. Four liberal Democrats – Reps. Dennis Kucinich (Ohio), Barbara Lee (Calif.), Pete Stark (Calif.) and Lynn Woolsey (Calif.) – voted “present” on the measure, which was offered as an amendment to an intelligence authorization bill."
Yes, there is a difference between the democrat party and the republican party.
"The vote wasn’t unanimous, however. Four liberal Democrats – Reps. Dennis Kucinich (Ohio), Barbara Lee (Calif.), Pete Stark (Calif.) and Lynn Woolsey (Calif.) – voted “present” on the measure, which was offered as an amendment to an intelligence authorization bill."
Yes, there is a difference between the democrat party and the republican party.
Raid Preparedness Training - Muskegon Area, Michigan (1)
Raid Preparedness Training - Muskegon Area, Michigan (1)
"Tuesday, May 17 · 7:30pm - 9:30pm
LocationMuskegon Community College, Overbrook Theater, 221 S. Quarterline Road, Muskegon, MI
More InfoThe Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and local law enforcement agencies continue to raid medical cannabis providers around the country, even if their conduct is legal under state law and complies with all regulations.
Over the past few months there have been raids on doctors, dispensing centers, and patient’s homes.
Medical cannabis providers and patients need to prepare themselves, both mentally and operationally, for a raid until federal law is harmonized with state law and state laws are fully implemented.
Learn how to prepare in advance, how to stay safe when law enforcement shows up, and what may happen to you afterwards.
To help the community prepare, Americans For Safe Access will be holding a Raid Preparedness Training hosted by Executive Director Steph Sherer.
Preparing for a raid does not have to be an exercise in paranoia. In fact, knowing that you are as prepared as you can be may ease anxiety.
Stay safe and prepared!"
Interesting how organized this group is!
"Tuesday, May 17 · 7:30pm - 9:30pm
LocationMuskegon Community College, Overbrook Theater, 221 S. Quarterline Road, Muskegon, MI
More InfoThe Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and local law enforcement agencies continue to raid medical cannabis providers around the country, even if their conduct is legal under state law and complies with all regulations.
Over the past few months there have been raids on doctors, dispensing centers, and patient’s homes.
Medical cannabis providers and patients need to prepare themselves, both mentally and operationally, for a raid until federal law is harmonized with state law and state laws are fully implemented.
Learn how to prepare in advance, how to stay safe when law enforcement shows up, and what may happen to you afterwards.
To help the community prepare, Americans For Safe Access will be holding a Raid Preparedness Training hosted by Executive Director Steph Sherer.
Preparing for a raid does not have to be an exercise in paranoia. In fact, knowing that you are as prepared as you can be may ease anxiety.
Stay safe and prepared!"
Interesting how organized this group is!
Allahu Akbar
Allahu Akbar
"No sooner does a Yemeni Muslim begin hammering on the cockpit door shouting “Allahu Akbar”, then the media speculates that he must have gotten confused looking for the bathroom."
"No sooner does a Yemeni Muslim begin hammering on the cockpit door shouting “Allahu Akbar”, then the media speculates that he must have gotten confused looking for the bathroom."
How the $8,000 Tax Credit Cost Home Buyers $15,000
How the $8,000 Tax Credit Cost Home Buyers $15,000 - SmartMoney.com
"The government's recent $8,000 cash incentive for first-time home buyers has proved even more costly for recipients than for taxpayers, according to data released Monday.
Typical buyers have lost twice as much to price declines as they received from the program.
The median home value fell to about $170,000 in March from $185,000 a year earlier, according to Zillow.com.
That means a buyer who closed on a house just before the tax-credit program expired in April 2010 collected $8,000 but has since lost $15,000 in value.
Those who bought earlier in the program have done worse; the median price is down $20,000 from March 2009.....
The credit wasn't great for taxpayers, either.
IRS says it paid $26 billion in home buyer credits in 2009 and 2010, enough to cover the maximum $8,000 credit for more than 3 million buyers.
(It says at least $513 million went for fraudulent claims. Some claimants hadn't bought houses. Some filed twice. Some were under age 18 or incarcerated.)"
"The government's recent $8,000 cash incentive for first-time home buyers has proved even more costly for recipients than for taxpayers, according to data released Monday.
Typical buyers have lost twice as much to price declines as they received from the program.
The median home value fell to about $170,000 in March from $185,000 a year earlier, according to Zillow.com.
That means a buyer who closed on a house just before the tax-credit program expired in April 2010 collected $8,000 but has since lost $15,000 in value.
Those who bought earlier in the program have done worse; the median price is down $20,000 from March 2009.....
The credit wasn't great for taxpayers, either.
IRS says it paid $26 billion in home buyer credits in 2009 and 2010, enough to cover the maximum $8,000 credit for more than 3 million buyers.
(It says at least $513 million went for fraudulent claims. Some claimants hadn't bought houses. Some filed twice. Some were under age 18 or incarcerated.)"
Liberal Think Tank Fails Statistics | The Foundry
Liberal Think Tank Fails Statistics The Foundry:
"The chart, seen to the right, purports to show that the next decade’s deficits are entirely the result of the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts, wars, bailouts, recession, and stimulus.
Their methodology fails statistics 101."
Liberal lies and the liberals who spread those lies.
Read this.
Be prepared!
"The chart, seen to the right, purports to show that the next decade’s deficits are entirely the result of the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts, wars, bailouts, recession, and stimulus.
Their methodology fails statistics 101."
Liberal lies and the liberals who spread those lies.
Read this.
Be prepared!
Friday, May 13, 2011
Ex.-Sen. Thompson joins popular vote project
Ex.-Sen. Thompson joins popular vote project - chicagotribune.com
"Former Sen. Fred Thompson of Tennessee has been named a co-champion of the nonpartisan National Popular Vote campaign.
The project is promoting reform of the Electoral College by stressing popular votes instead of the winner-takes-all system according to state."
Not good.
I even thought he would make a good candidate.
Another reason to fully vet anyone we would consider for President.
"Former Sen. Fred Thompson of Tennessee has been named a co-champion of the nonpartisan National Popular Vote campaign.
The project is promoting reform of the Electoral College by stressing popular votes instead of the winner-takes-all system according to state."
Not good.
I even thought he would make a good candidate.
Another reason to fully vet anyone we would consider for President.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Michigan Cops Cage Caped Crusader In Bizarre Rooftop Incident
"A Michigan man dressed in a Batman costume was arrested early this morning after cops found him hanging off the ledge of a building"
On The Eve Of Huge Speech, WSJ Delivers A Devastating Mitt Romney Takedown
On The Eve Of Huge Speech, WSJ Delivers A Devastating Mitt Romney Takedown
"What is surprising is that the WSJ -- which you'd think might overlook that in Romney's case, given their general common ideologies -- would pulverize him on the subject."
"What is surprising is that the WSJ -- which you'd think might overlook that in Romney's case, given their general common ideologies -- would pulverize him on the subject."
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
From the comments: Fighting for education funding | MLive.com
From the comments: Fighting for education funding MLive.com
"Commenter equality believes no cuts are acceptable.
If we value education, no cuts are acceptable.
Period.
Schools have already been cutting for ten years -- many critical programs have been eliminated.
When asked recently at a public forum if he would vote for cuts, the only thing Senator Hansen would say is 'There will be cuts.'
He repeated it several times without indicating how he would vote.
We also cannot further cut funding to our public colleges and universities -- our students are already buried in debt at graduation.
Close tax loopholes to oil and gas companies.
Straighten out our regressive tax code.
But don't cut education.
The Chronicle should be demanding this."
The liberal mind is almost childlike when it comes to money.
When they take the last drop and there is no more they have a temper tantrum.
The tea partiers seem to be the only adults in the room.
"Commenter equality believes no cuts are acceptable.
If we value education, no cuts are acceptable.
Period.
Schools have already been cutting for ten years -- many critical programs have been eliminated.
When asked recently at a public forum if he would vote for cuts, the only thing Senator Hansen would say is 'There will be cuts.'
He repeated it several times without indicating how he would vote.
We also cannot further cut funding to our public colleges and universities -- our students are already buried in debt at graduation.
Close tax loopholes to oil and gas companies.
Straighten out our regressive tax code.
But don't cut education.
The Chronicle should be demanding this."
The liberal mind is almost childlike when it comes to money.
When they take the last drop and there is no more they have a temper tantrum.
The tea partiers seem to be the only adults in the room.
School board candidate loses election because she didn't vote for herself; calls not voting a 'dumb move'
School board candidate loses election because she didn't vote for herself; calls not voting a 'dumb move' MLive.com
"BURTON, Michigan — One vote was all Burton resident Lisa Osborn needed to win a seat on the Bentley Board of Education.
She didn’t get any, not even one from herself."
"BURTON, Michigan — One vote was all Burton resident Lisa Osborn needed to win a seat on the Bentley Board of Education.
She didn’t get any, not even one from herself."
Tax the rich, Feed the poor, ‘Til there are No rich no more
Tax the rich, Feed the poor, ‘Til there are No rich no more NetRight Daily
"An incredible 15.5 million of these tax filers actually received more money in a refund than was paid in by either themselves or their employers through various payroll taxes.
These working Americans did not ask for a welfare handout, but the tax code is written to pay extra money to people who federal lawmakers have determined don’t make enough money on their own.
In doing so, the federal government has created a whole new welfare class, a working welfare class."
"An incredible 15.5 million of these tax filers actually received more money in a refund than was paid in by either themselves or their employers through various payroll taxes.
These working Americans did not ask for a welfare handout, but the tax code is written to pay extra money to people who federal lawmakers have determined don’t make enough money on their own.
In doing so, the federal government has created a whole new welfare class, a working welfare class."
Best alternative to grad school
Best alternative to grad school Penelope Trunk
"I've spent three years writing about how graduate school is a waste of time and money (yes, business school and law school too).
So now when radio and TV producers need someone to bitch about graduate school, they call me.
Here I am on NPR today.
I don’t usually post my interviews, but this one is notable because I completely lost patience for people still defending grad school.
It’s so clear, even to defenders of grad school, that grad school is a bad financial decision, that this guy has resorted to saying that you need to go to grad school to be a good person.
Of course, I went nuts on him."
"I've spent three years writing about how graduate school is a waste of time and money (yes, business school and law school too).
So now when radio and TV producers need someone to bitch about graduate school, they call me.
Here I am on NPR today.
I don’t usually post my interviews, but this one is notable because I completely lost patience for people still defending grad school.
It’s so clear, even to defenders of grad school, that grad school is a bad financial decision, that this guy has resorted to saying that you need to go to grad school to be a good person.
Of course, I went nuts on him."
Climate Change: an emetic fallacy
Climate Change: an emetic fallacy – Telegraph Blogs
"The big difference between this and almost any other Climate Change conference is that it was the first – in Britain, anyway, so far as I know – to field a solid team of scientists from both sides of the debate."
"The big difference between this and almost any other Climate Change conference is that it was the first – in Britain, anyway, so far as I know – to field a solid team of scientists from both sides of the debate."
'Eat your broccoli': Moms demand it. Can government?
'Eat your broccoli': Moms demand it. Can government? - USATODAY.com
"'If you were to allow Congress to force the purchase of health insurance on the private market,' he said, 'you would therefore have to allow Congress to regulate the food industry to force certain kinds of food to be consumed.'"
"'If you were to allow Congress to force the purchase of health insurance on the private market,' he said, 'you would therefore have to allow Congress to regulate the food industry to force certain kinds of food to be consumed.'"
Killing Manufacturing
The American Spectator : Killing Manufacturing
"One of the greatest threats facing our country today doesn't come from outside our borders.
It's not the possibility of a terrorist attack.
It is not the continually increasing illegal immigration across our southern border.
It's not even the likelihood of a disrupted oil supply.
The greatest problem we face is the self-imposed cost and regulatory burden placed on the development of manufacturing businesses."
"One of the greatest threats facing our country today doesn't come from outside our borders.
It's not the possibility of a terrorist attack.
It is not the continually increasing illegal immigration across our southern border.
It's not even the likelihood of a disrupted oil supply.
The greatest problem we face is the self-imposed cost and regulatory burden placed on the development of manufacturing businesses."
Has the internet finally killed the U.S. Postal Service? Agency reports $2BILLION loss in just three months
Has the internet finally killed the U.S. Postal Service? Agency reports $2BILLION loss in just three months Mail Online
"The Postal Service is continuing to haemorrhage money - $2billion over the first three months of 2011, to be exact."
"The Postal Service is continuing to haemorrhage money - $2billion over the first three months of 2011, to be exact."
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
The $39 Billion Bill for 'One of the Best Public Pensions Around'
The $39 Billion Bill for 'One of the Best Public Pensions Around' [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"The first sentence of the official handbook produced by the state of Michigan for teachers and other public school employees says the following about their pension plan: “As a member of Michigan’s Public School Employees Retirement System, you are eligible for one of the best public pensions around.”"
As a (forced) member of Michigan's Public School Employees Retirement System taxpayers, you are required to contribute to one of the most expensive public pensions around".
Pretty simple.
They take.
We pay.
They take more.....
"The first sentence of the official handbook produced by the state of Michigan for teachers and other public school employees says the following about their pension plan: “As a member of Michigan’s Public School Employees Retirement System, you are eligible for one of the best public pensions around.”"
As a (forced) member of Michigan's Public School Employees Retirement System taxpayers, you are required to contribute to one of the most expensive public pensions around".
Pretty simple.
They take.
We pay.
They take more.....
Ill. lawmaker says raising obese kids should cost parents at tax time
Ill. lawmaker says raising obese kids should cost parents at tax time
"lawmaker says parents who have obese children should lose their state tax deduction.
'It's the parents' responsibility that have obese kids,' said state Sen. Shane Cultra, R-Onarga.
'Take the tax deduction away for parents that have obese kids.'"
This is why GOPers lose elections.
Big government idiot!
"lawmaker says parents who have obese children should lose their state tax deduction.
'It's the parents' responsibility that have obese kids,' said state Sen. Shane Cultra, R-Onarga.
'Take the tax deduction away for parents that have obese kids.'"
This is why GOPers lose elections.
Big government idiot!
Muskegon County Road Commission board vacancy filled by Muskegon Heights firefighter, not tea partier
Muskegon Taxpayers Alliance: Muskegon County Road Commission board vacancy filled by Muskegon Heights firefighter, not tea partier
"Violate your own rules.
Change the rules in the middle of the game.
Have no clue what your own policies are.
Business as usual in our broken county.
$100 million dollars in unfunded pension and health benefits, that's Muskegon dudes!"
"Violate your own rules.
Change the rules in the middle of the game.
Have no clue what your own policies are.
Business as usual in our broken county.
$100 million dollars in unfunded pension and health benefits, that's Muskegon dudes!"
Former state representative to conduct financial forum at Whitehall library
Former state representative to conduct financial forum at Whitehall library MLive.com
"Valentine's presentation is expected to examine policy decisions and legislation from the past decade.
She said the “financial crisis has been 10 years in the making because of tax cuts, tax credits and loopholes which enabled big businesses to avoid paying their fair share.”"
Nancy will tell us how the few remaining businesses in Michigan are ripping off the public.
Let's tell Nancy what we think of her anti-business attack!
She's running hard for something, state rep. against Holly Hughes I'd suspect.
Try to make this meeting!
"Valentine's presentation is expected to examine policy decisions and legislation from the past decade.
She said the “financial crisis has been 10 years in the making because of tax cuts, tax credits and loopholes which enabled big businesses to avoid paying their fair share.”"
Nancy will tell us how the few remaining businesses in Michigan are ripping off the public.
Let's tell Nancy what we think of her anti-business attack!
She's running hard for something, state rep. against Holly Hughes I'd suspect.
Try to make this meeting!
SEIU drops mask, goes full commie
Zombie » SEIU drops mask, goes full commie
"A May Day rally in Los Angeles, co-sponsored by the SEIU and various communist groups, as well as other unions, reflected yet another step in the normalization of self-identified communist and socialist ideologies in the Obama era.
Not only did the SEIU help to organize the rally in conjunction with communists, they marched side-by-side with communists, while union members carried communist flags, communists carried union signs, and altogether there was no real way to tell the two apart."
"A May Day rally in Los Angeles, co-sponsored by the SEIU and various communist groups, as well as other unions, reflected yet another step in the normalization of self-identified communist and socialist ideologies in the Obama era.
Not only did the SEIU help to organize the rally in conjunction with communists, they marched side-by-side with communists, while union members carried communist flags, communists carried union signs, and altogether there was no real way to tell the two apart."
A “Third Income Tax” To Fund Public Education?
A “Third Income Tax” To Fund Public Education? - Austin Hill - Townhall Conservative
"As Gina Rodriquez, vice president of the California Taxpayers Association noted, this would pit “school district against school district.”"
That has not stopped schools from taxing whenever or wherever that can.
"As Gina Rodriquez, vice president of the California Taxpayers Association noted, this would pit “school district against school district.”"
That has not stopped schools from taxing whenever or wherever that can.
Synthetic turf at Hackley Stadium pulled off August ballot
Synthetic turf at Hackley Stadium pulled off August ballot MLive.com
"But school board and foundation board members alike became uneasy with the prospect of asking district residents to pay for stadium improvements in a time when so many are struggling with unemployment and underemployment."
My golly!
How did ANYONE ever play outside games before artificial grass?
"But school board and foundation board members alike became uneasy with the prospect of asking district residents to pay for stadium improvements in a time when so many are struggling with unemployment and underemployment."
My golly!
How did ANYONE ever play outside games before artificial grass?
Gallup poll sees growing support for third party in GOP, Tea Party
Gallup poll sees growing support for third party in GOP, Tea Party - The Hill's Blog Briefing Room
"A majority of Republicans said for the first time that a third party was needed in American politics,"
The republican party can't possible lose to BarryO'Carter again....could it?
You betcha, if the country club moderates take over.
"A majority of Republicans said for the first time that a third party was needed in American politics,"
The republican party can't possible lose to BarryO'Carter again....could it?
You betcha, if the country club moderates take over.
Muskegon County group whittles proposals for county board size to nine or 11
Muskegon County group whittles proposals for county board size to nine or 11 MLive.com
"The apportionment commission is expected to make a final decision at its 1 p.m. Wednesday meeting at the Hall of Justice, 990 Terrace."
LAST CHANCE!
"The apportionment commission is expected to make a final decision at its 1 p.m. Wednesday meeting at the Hall of Justice, 990 Terrace."
LAST CHANCE!
Another Nail In the Keynesian Coffin
RealClearMarkets - Another Nail In the Keynesian Coffin
"The BEA reported that its first estimate of 1Q2011 real GDP growth was 1.8%.
This represented a dramatic fall from 4Q2010 growth of 3.1%.
What no one seems to have noticed is that the slowdown occurred in the face of another large dose of Keynesian stimulus"
"The BEA reported that its first estimate of 1Q2011 real GDP growth was 1.8%.
This represented a dramatic fall from 4Q2010 growth of 3.1%.
What no one seems to have noticed is that the slowdown occurred in the face of another large dose of Keynesian stimulus"
Monday, May 09, 2011
Moore’s Law Lives: the Future Is Still Alive
Pajamas Media » Moore’s Law Lives: the Future Is Still Alive
"put simply, Intel Corp. announced Wednesday that Moore’s Law isn’t going to end anytime soon.
Because of that, your life and the lives of your children and grandchildren are going to be a whole lot better than they might have been."
"put simply, Intel Corp. announced Wednesday that Moore’s Law isn’t going to end anytime soon.
Because of that, your life and the lives of your children and grandchildren are going to be a whole lot better than they might have been."
Chris Wallace Bin Laden Waterboarding
Chris Wallace Bin Laden Waterboarding Bin Laden Unarmed Video Mediaite
"Why is it legal and “proper” to shoot an unarmed man in the face, while enhanced interrogation methods, such as waterboarding, are deemed improper?
You might recall, in fact, that waterboarding was banned by President Barack Obama back in January of 2009"
"Why is it legal and “proper” to shoot an unarmed man in the face, while enhanced interrogation methods, such as waterboarding, are deemed improper?
You might recall, in fact, that waterboarding was banned by President Barack Obama back in January of 2009"
How to Make PBS Pledge Week Even More Insufferable
How to Make PBS Pledge Week Even More Insufferable - By Mark Steyn - The Corner - National Review Online
"Of course.
If you look at these decisions in toto – from “climate change” to “public service broadcasting” – we are about two judges away from having the entire program of leftist conventional wisdom ruled a state church."
"Of course.
If you look at these decisions in toto – from “climate change” to “public service broadcasting” – we are about two judges away from having the entire program of leftist conventional wisdom ruled a state church."
Sunday, May 08, 2011
Local Police/Fire Millage Votes Show Local Politicians’ Bad Faith
Local Police/Fire Millage Votes Show Local Politicians’ Bad Faith [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
Yes, they do!
Cuz they can.
Until we stand up to the bullies.
Yes, they do!
Cuz they can.
Until we stand up to the bullies.
Inevitability of Greek Default on Sovereign Debt
Instapundit » Blog Archive » Inevitability of Greek Default on Sovereign Debt
“The trading patterns of Greek bonds indicate that traders expect a restructuring, and they think it will be messy.”
And note to International Business Transactions law students – choice of law and forum clauses matter. “Greece’s negotiating position is improved by the fact that about 90 percent of its outstanding bonds specify that Greek law will determine any disputes — and of course Greece can change its laws if needed.”"
It seems the Greeks are taking a page from Barry's rules of finance.
“The trading patterns of Greek bonds indicate that traders expect a restructuring, and they think it will be messy.”
And note to International Business Transactions law students – choice of law and forum clauses matter. “Greece’s negotiating position is improved by the fact that about 90 percent of its outstanding bonds specify that Greek law will determine any disputes — and of course Greece can change its laws if needed.”"
It seems the Greeks are taking a page from Barry's rules of finance.
The U.S. Coast Guard orders some boat operators to allow fewer passengers as people gain weight
The U.S. Coast Guard orders some boat operators to allow fewer passengers as people gain weight. - chicagotribune.com
"starting in December, the Coast Guard will require passenger boats to increase the average weight of passengers to 185 pounds from 160 pounds."
The Coast Guard must never have visited Muskegon.....
"starting in December, the Coast Guard will require passenger boats to increase the average weight of passengers to 185 pounds from 160 pounds."
The Coast Guard must never have visited Muskegon.....
Philippine city holds mass circumcision for youths
Philippine city holds mass circumcision for youths - Yahoo! News
"'I'm a big boy now,' one boy who had just finished the surgery bragged."
"'I'm a big boy now,' one boy who had just finished the surgery bragged."
Crazifornia: California leads the nation … in failure
Crazifornia: California leads the nation … in failure The Daily Caller
"At least Californians who live in Riverside County will be getting some relief from the public employee pension crisis.
No, the county hasn’t successfully shut down employee demands; rather, it’s shut up its board of supervisors.
The supervisors just voted 3-2 that they should avoid publicly discussing the details of ongoing talks with the county’s unions, including not telling the public what they’d like to see happen at the negotiating table.
The two supervisors who have been most vocal about having to curb the rising cost of public employee pensions voted against the measure, while the three who voted for it tried to explain how they’re not muzzling the public debate"
Amazing!
Muskegon's county commissioners have NEVER publically discussed public union details before or AFTER the contracts are signed.
Just silence from those elected and given the responsibility....and the compensation to represent the citizens.
"At least Californians who live in Riverside County will be getting some relief from the public employee pension crisis.
No, the county hasn’t successfully shut down employee demands; rather, it’s shut up its board of supervisors.
The supervisors just voted 3-2 that they should avoid publicly discussing the details of ongoing talks with the county’s unions, including not telling the public what they’d like to see happen at the negotiating table.
The two supervisors who have been most vocal about having to curb the rising cost of public employee pensions voted against the measure, while the three who voted for it tried to explain how they’re not muzzling the public debate"
Amazing!
Muskegon's county commissioners have NEVER publically discussed public union details before or AFTER the contracts are signed.
Just silence from those elected and given the responsibility....and the compensation to represent the citizens.
Tea party activists say they sniffed out some
"It's bad enough that teachers unions at the local, state and national level have become more preoccupied with politics than they are with students and education.
Now it appears they are willing to bend or break laws and regulations to guarantee victory."
Now it appears they are willing to bend or break laws and regulations to guarantee victory."
Saturday, May 07, 2011
Royal wedding: the fashion fallout from Princess Beatrice's fascinator fiasco
Interbred and on the public dole.
WSJ: If Supermarkets Were Like Public Schools
theblogprof: WSJ: If Supermarkets Were Like Public Schools
"Of course, none of this would be happening if we had school choice.
Bad schools would die. Good schools would thrive"
plus this gem:
"UPDATE: Another prior post where I mentioned the above analogy:
Now they tell us: Detroit School Board President Otis Mathis was a D-student in high school, went to college in a program for the academically unqualified, now resigned in disgrace after habitually masturbating in front of School Superintendent."
"Of course, none of this would be happening if we had school choice.
Bad schools would die. Good schools would thrive"
plus this gem:
"UPDATE: Another prior post where I mentioned the above analogy:
Now they tell us: Detroit School Board President Otis Mathis was a D-student in high school, went to college in a program for the academically unqualified, now resigned in disgrace after habitually masturbating in front of School Superintendent."
new-homes-for-dollar-down
new-homes-for-dollar-down-moneywatch: Personal Finance News from Yahoo! Finance
"According to The Daily's report, the developer stands to lose nothing as they receive the full purchase price, regardless of the buyer's ability to continue making mortgage payments.
This risk in this scenario is assumed by two government programs (in other words, you the taxpayer) that guarantee the loans for those who want a house but lack the cash for a standard down payment and closing costs."
"According to The Daily's report, the developer stands to lose nothing as they receive the full purchase price, regardless of the buyer's ability to continue making mortgage payments.
This risk in this scenario is assumed by two government programs (in other words, you the taxpayer) that guarantee the loans for those who want a house but lack the cash for a standard down payment and closing costs."
FundingCrisis?
FundingCrisis
"Also, please take time to email your legislators and advocate on behalf of our children...no additional cuts and proper funding of our schools."
If each teacher and administrator paid 25% of their own health care costs, how does that hurt students?
"Also, please take time to email your legislators and advocate on behalf of our children...no additional cuts and proper funding of our schools."
If each teacher and administrator paid 25% of their own health care costs, how does that hurt students?
Try Not to Think of a Waterboard
Try Not to Think of a Waterboard - WSJ.com
"Of course, without waterboarding, Osama bin Laden might also be alive, and who knows how many Americans might be dead from unthwarted terrorist attacks"
"Of course, without waterboarding, Osama bin Laden might also be alive, and who knows how many Americans might be dead from unthwarted terrorist attacks"
Forums on budget deficit planned in Mona Shores
Forums on budget deficit planned in Mona Shores MLive.com
"A community forum to discuss the Mona Shores Public Schools budget for next year has been scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday at the administration building, 3374 McCracken.
The district is facing about a $4 million deficit for next school year and has sought staff and community suggestions on where to cut spending without hurting students.
The public also is invited to attend the school board's retreat scheduled for 8 a.m. May 21 at the administration building.
By then, it's expected the board will have a list of potential cuts for community members to review and comment on.
More information is available at the district's website, www.monashores.net."
"A community forum to discuss the Mona Shores Public Schools budget for next year has been scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday at the administration building, 3374 McCracken.
The district is facing about a $4 million deficit for next school year and has sought staff and community suggestions on where to cut spending without hurting students.
The public also is invited to attend the school board's retreat scheduled for 8 a.m. May 21 at the administration building.
By then, it's expected the board will have a list of potential cuts for community members to review and comment on.
More information is available at the district's website, www.monashores.net."
Michigan attorney general sues over housemate benefits ruling
Michigan attorney general sues over housemate benefits ruling detnews.com The Detroit News
"Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette filed a lawsuit Friday against the Civil Service Commission, alleging it exceeded its authority when it extended health benefits to housemates of state employees."
"Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette filed a lawsuit Friday against the Civil Service Commission, alleging it exceeded its authority when it extended health benefits to housemates of state employees."
Friday, May 06, 2011
Farewell, My Lovely
Farewell, My Lovely - Reason Magazine
"The Democratic Party has folded Sacramento into one of the tightest one-party grips in contemporary American politics.
In November, bucking the national trend, Democrats in California won not just the governorship but 51 Assembly seats to Republicans’ 29, 24 state Senate seats to Republicans’ 14, and every statewide office.
With the passage of a referendum lowering the number of legislative votes required to approve a state budget (from a two-thirds majority to a simple majority), California is that rarest of land masses for the 2011 Democratic Party: conquered territory.
State Democrats have freedom to rule virtually unchallenged by the scattered, rusticated Republicans."
"The Democratic Party has folded Sacramento into one of the tightest one-party grips in contemporary American politics.
In November, bucking the national trend, Democrats in California won not just the governorship but 51 Assembly seats to Republicans’ 29, 24 state Senate seats to Republicans’ 14, and every statewide office.
With the passage of a referendum lowering the number of legislative votes required to approve a state budget (from a two-thirds majority to a simple majority), California is that rarest of land masses for the 2011 Democratic Party: conquered territory.
State Democrats have freedom to rule virtually unchallenged by the scattered, rusticated Republicans."
Lessons of Teacher Labor Markets
Lessons of Teacher Labor Markets [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"public schools posting teacher job openings were receiving hundreds and even thousands of applications.
For example, according to the Macomb Daily, the Chippewa Valley school district received almost 19,000 applications for just 71 teacher openings last year"
We all "shop" for the lowest price we will pay to get the product or service we need.
Except when public unions interfere with our CHOICE.
And it is UNSUSTAINABLE!
Choice and sustainability.
What a concept!
"public schools posting teacher job openings were receiving hundreds and even thousands of applications.
For example, according to the Macomb Daily, the Chippewa Valley school district received almost 19,000 applications for just 71 teacher openings last year"
We all "shop" for the lowest price we will pay to get the product or service we need.
Except when public unions interfere with our CHOICE.
And it is UNSUSTAINABLE!
Choice and sustainability.
What a concept!
Show Your Thanks to World War II Vets by Watching This 2-min Video
Show Your Thanks to World War II Vets by Watching This 2-min Video Show Your Thanks to World War II Veterans Before It's Too Late!
"Can you help spread this important message?
This story is incredible.
Send this touching two-minute video about World War II veterans to FIVE friends and family to remind them that every day alive in this great, free country is truly a bonus"
"Can you help spread this important message?
This story is incredible.
Send this touching two-minute video about World War II veterans to FIVE friends and family to remind them that every day alive in this great, free country is truly a bonus"
A.J. Foyt to drive this year's Indy 500 Pace Car
A.J. Foyt to drive this year's Indy 500 Pace Car The Indianapolis Star indystar.com
"A.J. Foyt was named today to drive the pace car for the Indianapolis 500 on May 29.
Foyt will replace Donald Trump."
"A.J. Foyt was named today to drive the pace car for the Indianapolis 500 on May 29.
Foyt will replace Donald Trump."
Nearly Half Of Detroiters Can’t Read
Report: Nearly Half Of Detroiters Can’t Read « CBS Detroit
"According to a new report, 47 percent of Detroiters are ”functionally illiterate.”"
"According to a new report, 47 percent of Detroiters are ”functionally illiterate.”"
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