The American Spectator : AmSpecBlog : Will Atlas Shrug?
"Atlas is shrugging in the US. Capital is relocated to regions where it is treated more favorably.
Within the country, we see capital and jobs leaving the overtaxed, overregulated Blue states and migrating to smaller government Red states."
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Forecasts for Growth Drop, Some Sharply
Forecasts for Growth Drop, Some Sharply - CNBC
"Macroeconomic Advisers, a research firm, projected 3.5 percent growth back in April and is now down to just 2.1 percent for this quarter."
"Macroeconomic Advisers, a research firm, projected 3.5 percent growth back in April and is now down to just 2.1 percent for this quarter."
Five Reasons Why I Believe Texas Governor Rick Perry Will Be Our President In 2013
Five Reasons Why I Believe Texas Governor Rick Perry Will Be Our President In 2013 - FoxNews.com
"Recently Governor Perry allowed his Labrador Retriever to accompany him on his daily six mile jog.
While on his run, he and his pet were accosted by a menacing coyote.
After remaining still and waiting to see what the wild coyote would do, the governor pulled out a .380 Ruger and shot the coyote dead when it become apparent the coyote was after his pup.
When he returned to the governor's office he was queried about his 'heartless' actions towards 'innocent' animals.
After answering more than one question on the matter, and in a mildly exasperated manner he replied, 'Don't go after my dog!'
In other words while the press was confused about his value system, he saw it in very simple terms."
"Recently Governor Perry allowed his Labrador Retriever to accompany him on his daily six mile jog.
While on his run, he and his pet were accosted by a menacing coyote.
After remaining still and waiting to see what the wild coyote would do, the governor pulled out a .380 Ruger and shot the coyote dead when it become apparent the coyote was after his pup.
When he returned to the governor's office he was queried about his 'heartless' actions towards 'innocent' animals.
After answering more than one question on the matter, and in a mildly exasperated manner he replied, 'Don't go after my dog!'
In other words while the press was confused about his value system, he saw it in very simple terms."
Friday, June 24, 2011
Teen Mob Hits Walgreens On The Mag Mile
Teen Mob Hits Walgreens On The Mag Mile « CBS Chicago
"The teenage robbery mobs are at it again on North Michigan Avenue."
"The teenage robbery mobs are at it again on North Michigan Avenue."
Thursday, June 23, 2011
New Jersey Government Workers’ Union Sues State Over Pension Contributions
New Jersey Government Workers’ Union Sues State Over Pension Contributions - Bloomberg
"Christie’s proposal, which would also raise the retirement age to 65 from 62 and freeze cost-of-living adjustments, is scheduled to go before the Assembly tomorrow."
They'll use every method they can to steal our money.
Stop them now!
"Christie’s proposal, which would also raise the retirement age to 65 from 62 and freeze cost-of-living adjustments, is scheduled to go before the Assembly tomorrow."
They'll use every method they can to steal our money.
Stop them now!
Follow the money: Bailout tracker
Follow the money: Bailout tracker - CNNMoney.com
"CNNMoney.com's bailout tracker
The government is engaged in a far-reaching - and expensive - effort to rescue the economy.
Here's how you can keep tabs on the bailouts."
"CNNMoney.com's bailout tracker
The government is engaged in a far-reaching - and expensive - effort to rescue the economy.
Here's how you can keep tabs on the bailouts."
Was Fast And Furious A Gun-Control Plot?
Editorial: Was Fast And Furious A Gun-Control Plot? - Investors.com
"If 'Operation Fast and Furious' was merely a botched attempt at law enforcement, why was a supervisor of the operation, David Voth, 'jovial, if not, not giddy but just delighted about' marked guns showing up at crime scenes in Mexico"
Answer the question, Mr. President!
"If 'Operation Fast and Furious' was merely a botched attempt at law enforcement, why was a supervisor of the operation, David Voth, 'jovial, if not, not giddy but just delighted about' marked guns showing up at crime scenes in Mexico"
Answer the question, Mr. President!
The 32 Percent Teacher Pay Hikes at Birmingham Schools
The 32 Percent Teacher Pay Hikes at Birmingham Schools [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"In the most recent union contract, Birmingham teachers have assumed 70 percent of the increased costs of health insurance, and had incurred 60 percent of the cost in the previous contract,” they wrote in the Op-Ed."
In other words, we paid the other 30%.
They got another raise!
"In the most recent union contract, Birmingham teachers have assumed 70 percent of the increased costs of health insurance, and had incurred 60 percent of the cost in the previous contract,” they wrote in the Op-Ed."
In other words, we paid the other 30%.
They got another raise!
Medicare Trustees Confirm Democrats' Medicare Plan Would Result in 'Actual' 17% Medicare Cut
Blog: Medicare Trustees Confirm Democrats' Medicare Plan Would Result in 'Actual' 17% Medicare Cut: "In testimony before the House Ways and Means Committee today, two Medicare Trustess, Drs. Charles Blahous and Robert Reischauer, confirmed that based on our current path in 2024 there would be 'actual' cuts to Medicare at 17%.
They also confirmed that Medicare would end itself by 2024 unless actions are taken to save the program."
This is built into the current democrat plan.
Stop the lies!
They also confirmed that Medicare would end itself by 2024 unless actions are taken to save the program."
This is built into the current democrat plan.
Stop the lies!
ACLU | The biggest schoolyard bully of them all: The ACLU
ACLU The biggest schoolyard bully of them all: The ACLU The Daily Caller
"Meanwhile, in New Jersey, as part of its ongoing crusade for sexual anarchy, the ACLU sent a letter threatening Sussex Technical High School over its recommendation that boys wear a pair of slacks with a dark tie under their graduation gowns, and for girls to wear a dress and comfortable shoes.
Right on cue, the ACLU demanded that the school change its “discriminatory” recommendations, claiming that the policy violates New Jersey’s anti-discrimination laws.
According to the ACLU, a school “may not (even) prohibit male students from wearing a skirt or dress to the graduation ceremony.”
In the words of the school’s principal, Anthony Macerino, “You have to pick your battles.”
So, the school has caved and adopted a new recommendation — students should merely wear “appropriate and suitable” attire.
Now, there’s a nebulous standard in this age of RuPaul, Anthony Weiner and Lady Gaga."
"Meanwhile, in New Jersey, as part of its ongoing crusade for sexual anarchy, the ACLU sent a letter threatening Sussex Technical High School over its recommendation that boys wear a pair of slacks with a dark tie under their graduation gowns, and for girls to wear a dress and comfortable shoes.
Right on cue, the ACLU demanded that the school change its “discriminatory” recommendations, claiming that the policy violates New Jersey’s anti-discrimination laws.
According to the ACLU, a school “may not (even) prohibit male students from wearing a skirt or dress to the graduation ceremony.”
In the words of the school’s principal, Anthony Macerino, “You have to pick your battles.”
So, the school has caved and adopted a new recommendation — students should merely wear “appropriate and suitable” attire.
Now, there’s a nebulous standard in this age of RuPaul, Anthony Weiner and Lady Gaga."
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Study-$1400 Tax Hike Needed to Fund US Pensions
Taxes: Study-$1400 Tax Hike Needed to Fund US Pensions - CNBC
"U.S. state and local governments will need to raise taxes by $1,398 per household every year for the next 30 years if they are to fully fund their pension systems, a study released on Wednesday said."
"U.S. state and local governments will need to raise taxes by $1,398 per household every year for the next 30 years if they are to fully fund their pension systems, a study released on Wednesday said."
Post office suspends retirement contributions
Post office suspends retirement contributions
"The financially troubled Postal Service is suspending its employer contribution to the Federal Employee Retirement System."
"The financially troubled Postal Service is suspending its employer contribution to the Federal Employee Retirement System."
Michigan Redistricting: Official Republican State Senate Map Released
RightMichigan.com Michigan Redistricting: Official Republican State Senate Map Released
"Michigan Redistricting: Official Republican State Senate Map Released"
"Michigan Redistricting: Official Republican State Senate Map Released"
Texas Turns Off Lights on Federal Lightbulb Ban
CARPE DIEM: Texas Turns Off Lights on Federal Lightbulb Ban
"lets any incandescent light bulb manufactured in Texas - and sold in that state - avoid the authority of the federal government or the repeal of the 2007 energy independence act that starts phasing out some incandescent light bulbs next year.'"
"lets any incandescent light bulb manufactured in Texas - and sold in that state - avoid the authority of the federal government or the repeal of the 2007 energy independence act that starts phasing out some incandescent light bulbs next year.'"
Is Newspaper Coverage of Economic Events Politically Biased?
Is Newspaper Coverage of Economic Events Politically Biased? by John Lott, Kevin Hassett :: SSRN: "Accusations of political bias in the media are often made by members of both political parties, yet there have been few systematic studies of such bias to date.
This paper develops an econometric technique to test for political bias in news reports that controls for the underlying character of the news reported.
Our results suggest that American newspapers tend to give more positive news coverage to the same economic news when Democrats are in the Presidency than for Republicans."
This paper develops an econometric technique to test for political bias in news reports that controls for the underlying character of the news reported.
Our results suggest that American newspapers tend to give more positive news coverage to the same economic news when Democrats are in the Presidency than for Republicans."
Medicaid for the middle class?
AP Exclusive: Medicaid for the middle class? - Yahoo! News
"The Medicare actuary's office roughed out some examples to illustrate how the provision would work.
A married couple retiring at 62 in 2014 and receiving the maximum Social Security benefit of $23,500 apiece could get $17,000 from other sources and still qualify for Medicaid with a total income of $64,000."
"The Medicare actuary's office roughed out some examples to illustrate how the provision would work.
A married couple retiring at 62 in 2014 and receiving the maximum Social Security benefit of $23,500 apiece could get $17,000 from other sources and still qualify for Medicaid with a total income of $64,000."
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Why the Jobs Situation Is Worse Than It Looks
Why the Jobs Situation Is Worse Than It Looks - US News and World Report
"The Great Recession has now earned the dubious right of being compared to the Great Depression.
In the face of the most stimulative fiscal and monetary policies in our history, we have experienced the loss of over 7 million jobs, wiping out every job gained since the year 2000."
"The Great Recession has now earned the dubious right of being compared to the Great Depression.
In the face of the most stimulative fiscal and monetary policies in our history, we have experienced the loss of over 7 million jobs, wiping out every job gained since the year 2000."
State Taxpayers May Eat $1.6 Million Loan for Defunct Green Bus Company
State Taxpayers May Eat $1.6 Million Loan for Defunct Green Bus Company [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"In September of 2009, Fisher Coachworks was mentioned in a press release from Gov. Jennifer Granholm as a “green technology” company that was part of the “new energy economy for Michigan.”
Two years later, the state says Fisher Coachworks is out of business and the state has to write off $1.6 million it loaned the electric bus manufacturing company."
"Green" is the new "red" in more ways than one.
"In September of 2009, Fisher Coachworks was mentioned in a press release from Gov. Jennifer Granholm as a “green technology” company that was part of the “new energy economy for Michigan.”
Two years later, the state says Fisher Coachworks is out of business and the state has to write off $1.6 million it loaned the electric bus manufacturing company."
"Green" is the new "red" in more ways than one.
Michigan gets $3.3 million to fight food-stamp fraud and abuse, Sen. Debbie Stabenow says
Michigan gets $3.3 million to fight food-stamp fraud and abuse, Sen. Debbie Stabenow says MLive.com: "U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow said this morning that Michigan has been awarded $3.3 million to fight fraud and abuse in the food-assistance program."
What a country!
The bigger the iddiot, the more moolah they get.
What a country!
The bigger the iddiot, the more moolah they get.
What Is The Q-Ratio?
What Is The Q-Ratio?
"What Is The Q-Ratio, And Why Do People Think It's Predicting A Market Crash?"
"What Is The Q-Ratio, And Why Do People Think It's Predicting A Market Crash?"
Obama Backs EPA War on Coal, While Networks Ignore Harm to Industry
Obama Backs EPA War on Coal, While Networks Ignore Harm to Industry NewsBusters.org
"According to Paul Bedard's June 8 Washington Whispers column in US News & World Report, 'two new EPA pollution regulations will slam the coal industry so hard that hundreds of thousands of jobs will be lost, and electric rates will skyrocket 11 percent to over 23 percent, according to a new study based on government data.'
The Hill reported that the EPA is attempting to 'impose new regulations aimed at limiting greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants including mercury and arsenic.'"
"According to Paul Bedard's June 8 Washington Whispers column in US News & World Report, 'two new EPA pollution regulations will slam the coal industry so hard that hundreds of thousands of jobs will be lost, and electric rates will skyrocket 11 percent to over 23 percent, according to a new study based on government data.'
The Hill reported that the EPA is attempting to 'impose new regulations aimed at limiting greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants including mercury and arsenic.'"
Fast and Furious Backpedaling at the Department of Justice
Power Line - Fast and Furious Backpedaling at the Department of Justice
"The operation's goal was to establish a nexus between straw purchasers of assault-style weapons in the United States and Mexican drug-trafficking organizations (DTOs) operating on both sides of the United States-Mexico border."
This is HUGE.
READ IT and understand just how gangster our government has gone!
"The operation's goal was to establish a nexus between straw purchasers of assault-style weapons in the United States and Mexican drug-trafficking organizations (DTOs) operating on both sides of the United States-Mexico border."
This is HUGE.
READ IT and understand just how gangster our government has gone!
Monday, June 20, 2011
MORE ON THAT ATF GUN-SMUGGLING DEBACLE
Instapundit » Blog Archive » MORE ON THAT ATF GUN-SMUGGLING DEBACLE: Mega-Scandal: Was ‘Gunwalker’ a PR Op for Gun Control?
“Buckle up:
An agent testifies that surveillance stopped at the border, meaning the operation didn’t actually trace guns to cartels to make arrests.
The only conclusion?
Law enforcement wasn’t the point, orchestrated violence was, and that’s a history-making scandal. . . .
At the same time they were damning gun dealers in public, the administration was secretly forcing them to provide weapons to the cartels, by the armful and without oversight.”
Well, people are calling it worse than Iran-Contra.
Also, Michael Walsh bears down on this scandal in the Post.
“Fast and Furious was supposed to prove the theory.
That is, the administration ‘knew’ who the bad guys were — legitimate gun dealers in the Southwest — and set out to make them the heavies in a phony sting operation.”"
“Buckle up:
An agent testifies that surveillance stopped at the border, meaning the operation didn’t actually trace guns to cartels to make arrests.
The only conclusion?
Law enforcement wasn’t the point, orchestrated violence was, and that’s a history-making scandal. . . .
At the same time they were damning gun dealers in public, the administration was secretly forcing them to provide weapons to the cartels, by the armful and without oversight.”
Well, people are calling it worse than Iran-Contra.
Also, Michael Walsh bears down on this scandal in the Post.
“Fast and Furious was supposed to prove the theory.
That is, the administration ‘knew’ who the bad guys were — legitimate gun dealers in the Southwest — and set out to make them the heavies in a phony sting operation.”"
Another Reason For Companies to Leave California
CARPE DIEM: Another Reason For Companies to Leave California
"'Enterprising trial attorneys by the dozen are using an obscure California labor law requiring retailers such as such as Wal-Mart, Home Depot and Target to have enough seats on hand for their workers."
"'Enterprising trial attorneys by the dozen are using an obscure California labor law requiring retailers such as such as Wal-Mart, Home Depot and Target to have enough seats on hand for their workers."
Free breakfasts, lunches for children available throughout the area | MLive.com
Free breakfasts, lunches for children available throughout the area MLive.com: "The sites must be located in areas where more than half the families' earnings are 185 percent or less than the poverty level — the threshold for children to qualify for free or reduced-price lunches at school.
Meals at the summer sites are free to all children 18 and under"
$48,414
Meals at the summer sites are free to all children 18 and under"
$48,414
S.S. Milwaukee Clipper to offer weekend tours starting in July | MLive.com
S.S. Milwaukee Clipper to offer weekend tours starting in July MLive.com
"The S.S. Milwaukee Clipper will be receiving visitors again starting this summer, after a three-year hiatus.
The ship will be open for tours from 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays starting July 2 through Labor Day.
The ship also will be open July 4."
"The S.S. Milwaukee Clipper will be receiving visitors again starting this summer, after a three-year hiatus.
The ship will be open for tours from 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays starting July 2 through Labor Day.
The ship also will be open July 4."
Abysmal Graduation Rate Puts Chicago State Accrediation at Risk
Abysmal Graduation Rate Puts Chicago State Accrediation at Risk : Chicagoist
"The state of Illinois may want to put a hold on the magical $40 million it granted to Chicago State University last month for a new West Side campus. According to the Tribune,
'Chicago State University is at risk of losing its accreditation because of 'remarkably poor' graduation and retention rates, as well as tumultuous leadership and finances, according to the region's accrediting agency.
'In a letter obtained by the Tribune, the Higher Learning Commission cites several 'grave' concerns regarding the future of the South Side school that serves roughly 6,800 students. The most pressing problems derive from managing enrollment, but other issues include a reduction in student financial assistance that led to dropouts and delayed approval of budgets.'
CSU's graduation rate - 12.8 percent over six years - makes the city's public high schools look downright wonderful"
"The state of Illinois may want to put a hold on the magical $40 million it granted to Chicago State University last month for a new West Side campus. According to the Tribune,
'Chicago State University is at risk of losing its accreditation because of 'remarkably poor' graduation and retention rates, as well as tumultuous leadership and finances, according to the region's accrediting agency.
'In a letter obtained by the Tribune, the Higher Learning Commission cites several 'grave' concerns regarding the future of the South Side school that serves roughly 6,800 students. The most pressing problems derive from managing enrollment, but other issues include a reduction in student financial assistance that led to dropouts and delayed approval of budgets.'
CSU's graduation rate - 12.8 percent over six years - makes the city's public high schools look downright wonderful"
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Why Obama's hometown has the highest gas prices in America
Blog: Why Obama's hometown has the highest gas prices in America
"What are the consequences of living in the last of the one-party machine towns, a town that has hosted the Daley family as well as being the hometown of Barack Obama and the cronies he put in power (including Bill Daley, his Chief of Staff)?
Politicians who have no problem imposing the highest gas prices in America on their citizens."
"What are the consequences of living in the last of the one-party machine towns, a town that has hosted the Daley family as well as being the hometown of Barack Obama and the cronies he put in power (including Bill Daley, his Chief of Staff)?
Politicians who have no problem imposing the highest gas prices in America on their citizens."
What the talking heads don’t tell you about the NBC/WSJ poll internals
Datechguy's Blog » Blog Archive » What the talking heads don’t tell you about the NBC/WSJ poll internals: "One can spin it any way you want but if you look at the internals of this poll the bottom line is Barack Obama is hemorrhaging his popularity and barring some cataclysmic failure on the GOP side or incredible success on his side he is not going to win re-election."
More regulations: EPA's fantasy solution to unemployment
More regulations: EPA's fantasy solution to unemployment Examiner Editorial Opinion Washington Examiner: "American Electric Power Chairman Michael Morris announced last week that his company would be forced to close five coal-fired power plants, spend an additional $8 billion refitting other plants, and lose 6,000 megawatts of its coal-generated capacity if the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency follows through with its latest proposed regulation of coal power plants.
That's just fine with President Obama and Lisa Jackson, whom he appointed as EPA administrator.
Their goal is to put people like Morris and utilities like AEP out of the coal-fired generation business."
That's just fine with President Obama and Lisa Jackson, whom he appointed as EPA administrator.
Their goal is to put people like Morris and utilities like AEP out of the coal-fired generation business."
Editorial: Greek Crisis Is A Warning To Europe, U.S.
Editorial: Greek Crisis Is A Warning To Europe, U.S. - Investors.com
"As heavily indebted Greece continues to implode, threatening to drag Europe down with it, Americans should remember one key fact:
Repeated bailouts don't work, only fiscal responsibility does."
"As heavily indebted Greece continues to implode, threatening to drag Europe down with it, Americans should remember one key fact:
Repeated bailouts don't work, only fiscal responsibility does."
Free Microsoft stubborn virus remover
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"When that happens, you need a more powerful solution.
You could try the latest security tool from Microsoft.
It's called Standalone System Sweeper and it's based on Microsoft's Security Essentials."
Excellent tool!
"When that happens, you need a more powerful solution.
You could try the latest security tool from Microsoft.
It's called Standalone System Sweeper and it's based on Microsoft's Security Essentials."
Excellent tool!
Mayors See End to Wars as Fix for Struggling Cities
Mayors See End to Wars as Fix for Struggling Cities - NYTimes.com
So they can take all our defense money and be as successful as Detroit and other US cities?
So they can take all our defense money and be as successful as Detroit and other US cities?
The union-owned Democrats
The union-owned Democrats - The Washington Post
"One obvious way to increase exports is through free-trade agreements.
But unions don’t like them.
No surprise then that for two years Obama has been sitting on three free-trade agreements — with Colombia, Panama and South Korea — already negotiated by his predecessor."
"One obvious way to increase exports is through free-trade agreements.
But unions don’t like them.
No surprise then that for two years Obama has been sitting on three free-trade agreements — with Colombia, Panama and South Korea — already negotiated by his predecessor."
Obama impersonator crosses the line at RLC
Obama impersonator crosses the line at RLC - Jonathan Martin - POLITICO.com
"As Brown was preparing to make a Michele Bachmann joke, one of the conference’s officials came out to the lectern and told the comedian to leave the stage.
It was a remarkable display and came just one day after two high-profile Republicans —- Haley Barbour and Bobby Jindal — urged activists to focus only on going after Obama on policy and not engage in personal attacks."
Some serious idiotic rot at the top of the RLC.
"As Brown was preparing to make a Michele Bachmann joke, one of the conference’s officials came out to the lectern and told the comedian to leave the stage.
It was a remarkable display and came just one day after two high-profile Republicans —- Haley Barbour and Bobby Jindal — urged activists to focus only on going after Obama on policy and not engage in personal attacks."
Some serious idiotic rot at the top of the RLC.
Rick Perry | Left Never Going To Like Us
Rick Perry Left Never Going To Like President Bush RealClearPolitics
"'It saddens me when sometimes my fellow Republicans duck and cover in the face of pressure from the left.
Our party cannot be all things to all people,' Gov. Rick Perry (R-TX) said at a Republican party event in Louisiana today."
It's about time!
"'It saddens me when sometimes my fellow Republicans duck and cover in the face of pressure from the left.
Our party cannot be all things to all people,' Gov. Rick Perry (R-TX) said at a Republican party event in Louisiana today."
It's about time!
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Gov't's Gun Scheme: ‘Loads of Weapons … for Criminals Was The Plan’
Gov't's Gun Scheme: ‘Loads of Weapons … for Criminals Was The Plan’ CNSnews.com
"John Dodson, a special agent for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, told the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee yesterday that he was shocked when he discovered his agency was carrying out a plan specifically designed to deliver “loads of weapons” into the hands of criminals, including operatives purchasing guns for Mexican drug cartels"
"John Dodson, a special agent for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, told the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee yesterday that he was shocked when he discovered his agency was carrying out a plan specifically designed to deliver “loads of weapons” into the hands of criminals, including operatives purchasing guns for Mexican drug cartels"
What the talking heads don’t tell you about the NBC/WSJ poll internals
Datechguy's Blog » Blog Archive » What the talking heads don’t tell you about the NBC/WSJ poll internals: "One can spin it any way you want but if you look at the internals of this poll the bottom line is Barack Obama is hemorrhaging his popularity and barring some cataclysmic failure on the GOP side or incredible success on his side he is not going to win re-election."
IMF cuts U.S. growth forecast, warns of crisis
IMF cuts U.S. growth forecast, warns of crisis - Yahoo! UK & Ireland Finance
"The International Monetary Fund cut its forecast for U.S. economic growth on Friday and warned Washington and debt-ridden European countries that they are 'playing with fire' unless they take immediate steps to reduce their budget deficits"
"The International Monetary Fund cut its forecast for U.S. economic growth on Friday and warned Washington and debt-ridden European countries that they are 'playing with fire' unless they take immediate steps to reduce their budget deficits"
Four suspects involved in separate Muskegon shootings, including two fatal, aggressively sought by authorities; Police urge public to help
Four suspects involved in separate Muskegon shootings, including two fatal, aggressively sought by authorities; Police urge public to help MLive.com
"The hunt for the suspects will continue to be aggressive until the men are apprehended, Olson said. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspects' whereabouts to come forward."
It's the culture, stupid!
"The hunt for the suspects will continue to be aggressive until the men are apprehended, Olson said. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspects' whereabouts to come forward."
It's the culture, stupid!
Clarifying the View of Retirement Debt
Clarifying the View of Retirement Debt
"And then there's OPEB.
Barclay's did not include the unfunded liabilities of state and local retiree health coverage obligations (OPEB or 'other post-employment benefits') which are at least double and likely triple the size of the unfunded pension obligations reported by the public funds using conventional actuarial methods.
If you add the OPEB obligations, then 'we have a problem, Houston' as the percentage of revenues required to defease retirement promises this way would then jump to 15 to 20 percent of an average employer's annual tax revenues."
"And then there's OPEB.
Barclay's did not include the unfunded liabilities of state and local retiree health coverage obligations (OPEB or 'other post-employment benefits') which are at least double and likely triple the size of the unfunded pension obligations reported by the public funds using conventional actuarial methods.
If you add the OPEB obligations, then 'we have a problem, Houston' as the percentage of revenues required to defease retirement promises this way would then jump to 15 to 20 percent of an average employer's annual tax revenues."
The Door is About to Shut for Americans
The Door is About to Shut for Americans
"Anyone aware of the US Government's real financial situation knows that time is running out.
The Government has $15.5 trillion in admitted debts but those debts, when calculated under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), or 'honest accounting', is over $70 trillion.
$70 trillion divided by 300 million+ Americans works out to $233,000 per person in US Federal Government debt and obligations.
Or nearly $1 million per family of four.
That does not included personal debt, state debt or municipal debt."
"Anyone aware of the US Government's real financial situation knows that time is running out.
The Government has $15.5 trillion in admitted debts but those debts, when calculated under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), or 'honest accounting', is over $70 trillion.
$70 trillion divided by 300 million+ Americans works out to $233,000 per person in US Federal Government debt and obligations.
Or nearly $1 million per family of four.
That does not included personal debt, state debt or municipal debt."
The euro has not brought Europe closer – it has ripped it apart
The euro has not brought Europe closer – it has ripped it apart - Europe, World - The Independent
"The scale of Greece's problem is simply stated: her national debt will approach 160 per cent of GDP on current trends.
Here in the UK we are supposed to be in crisis because that ratio is heading for about 75 per cent.
Unless the Greek economy grows at an astonishing rate, the interest on that debt simply cannot be paid out of any conceivable tax take, while the spending cuts and austerity packages are conspiring to push the economy into depression"
"The scale of Greece's problem is simply stated: her national debt will approach 160 per cent of GDP on current trends.
Here in the UK we are supposed to be in crisis because that ratio is heading for about 75 per cent.
Unless the Greek economy grows at an astonishing rate, the interest on that debt simply cannot be paid out of any conceivable tax take, while the spending cuts and austerity packages are conspiring to push the economy into depression"
Congressional Gym Price Tag?
Congressional Gym Price Tag? Video - ABC News
"Congressional Gym Price Tag?
Jake Tapper tracks taxpayers' dollars subsidizing exclusive gym."
"Congressional Gym Price Tag?
Jake Tapper tracks taxpayers' dollars subsidizing exclusive gym."
Democrat: We Need 'Analysis of How Christian Militants … Might Bring Down The Country’
Democrat: We Need 'Analysis of How Christian Militants … Might Bring Down The Country’ CNSnews.com
"At a congressional hearing on Muslim radicalization in U.S. prisons, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas) said that investigators needed to analyze Christian militants in America because they too might try to “bring down the country.”"
"At a congressional hearing on Muslim radicalization in U.S. prisons, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas) said that investigators needed to analyze Christian militants in America because they too might try to “bring down the country.”"
Assistant AG: ‘I Do Not Know’ Who Authorized Plan to Let Drug Cartels Get Guns
Assistant AG: ‘I Do Not Know’ Who Authorized Plan to Let Drug Cartels Get Guns CNSnews.com: "Ronald Weich, the assistant attorney general for legislative affairs at the Justice Department, told the House Oversight and Government Reform Commitee on Wednesday that he does not know who authorized the Justice Department’s “Operation Fast and Furious” which deliberately let operatives of Mexican drug cartels purchase guns at licensed U.S. firearms dealers and did nothing to intercept the gun purchaser or retrieve the guns even when they were under active surveillance by federal law enforcement officials"
Michigan State Spartans Cheerleaders | AthlonSports
Michigan State Spartans Cheerleaders AthlonSports
"Having shot college football games for over thirty years, we thought it would be a good idea to cull our archives for some of the cheerleaders we've shot over the years. Here are some of our favorites from the 80s, 90s and 2000s."
"Having shot college football games for over thirty years, we thought it would be a good idea to cull our archives for some of the cheerleaders we've shot over the years. Here are some of our favorites from the 80s, 90s and 2000s."
Bin collections: If only politicians were on the side of ordinary people
Bin collections: If only politicians were on the side of ordinary people Mail Online
"About a year ago, Oxford City Council kindly gave me a slop bucket.
It has sat unused outside our back door.
The idea of scraping old potato peelings and fish bones into this small receptacle, inevitably creating an almighty mess and stink, was a bridge too far.
Now, however, we shall all be forced to use them.
The Tory Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman has decreed that every household in England must press a slop bucket into action."
"About a year ago, Oxford City Council kindly gave me a slop bucket.
It has sat unused outside our back door.
The idea of scraping old potato peelings and fish bones into this small receptacle, inevitably creating an almighty mess and stink, was a bridge too far.
Now, however, we shall all be forced to use them.
The Tory Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman has decreed that every household in England must press a slop bucket into action."
Friday, June 17, 2011
How Miserable? Index Says the Worst in 28 Years
How Miserable? Index Says the Worst in 28 Years - CNBC
"“Frankly, we have been stunned by the disconnect that we see between these optimistic calls over the past six to nine months and the reality of what is occurring in the global economy,” wrote Boston-based Hans P. Black in the Interinvest Review & Outlook."
"“Frankly, we have been stunned by the disconnect that we see between these optimistic calls over the past six to nine months and the reality of what is occurring in the global economy,” wrote Boston-based Hans P. Black in the Interinvest Review & Outlook."
Changing Tides: Research Center Under Fire for 'Adjusted' Sea-Level Data
Changing Tides: Research Center Under Fire for 'Adjusted' Sea-Level Data - FoxNews.com
"'Gatekeepers of our sea level data are manufacturing a fictitious sea level rise that is not occurring,' said James M. Taylor, a lawyer who focuses on environmental issues for the Heartland Institute."
"'Gatekeepers of our sea level data are manufacturing a fictitious sea level rise that is not occurring,' said James M. Taylor, a lawyer who focuses on environmental issues for the Heartland Institute."
Travel Insurance Won't Help Greece-Bound Tourists
Travel Insurance Won't Help Greece-Bound Tourists - Pay Dirt - SmartMoney
"Tourists who were planning to head to Greece this summer have little recourse for refunds if the violent protests in Athens have made them reconsider their trip — even if they have purchased travel insurance."
"Tourists who were planning to head to Greece this summer have little recourse for refunds if the violent protests in Athens have made them reconsider their trip — even if they have purchased travel insurance."
Sunspot Drop Won’t Cause Global Cooling
Sunspot Drop Won’t Cause Global Cooling Wired Science Wired.com
"Most Little Ice Age cooling appears to have been the result of coincidentally high volcanic activity that cloaked Earth in sunlight-blocking soot.
As for the sun, a study published in 2001 in Science found that reduced solar activity produced a cooling effect of about 0.5 degrees Fahrenheit.
In other estimates, the cooling is even more insignificant."
"Most Little Ice Age cooling appears to have been the result of coincidentally high volcanic activity that cloaked Earth in sunlight-blocking soot.
As for the sun, a study published in 2001 in Science found that reduced solar activity produced a cooling effect of about 0.5 degrees Fahrenheit.
In other estimates, the cooling is even more insignificant."
Mich. governor, billionaire clash over new bridge
Mich. governor, billionaire clash over new bridge - FoxNews.com
"Nearly 30 percent of the goods sold between the U.S. and Canada are trucked across the Detroit River."
"Nearly 30 percent of the goods sold between the U.S. and Canada are trucked across the Detroit River."
More regulations: EPA's fantasy solution to unemployment
More regulations: EPA's fantasy solution to unemployment Examiner Editorial Opinion Washington Examiner
"American Electric Power Chairman Michael Morris announced last week that his company would be forced to close five coal-fired power plants, spend an additional $8 billion refitting other plants, and lose 6,000 megawatts of its coal-generated capacity if the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency follows through with its latest proposed regulation of coal power plants"
"American Electric Power Chairman Michael Morris announced last week that his company would be forced to close five coal-fired power plants, spend an additional $8 billion refitting other plants, and lose 6,000 megawatts of its coal-generated capacity if the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency follows through with its latest proposed regulation of coal power plants"
Thursday, June 16, 2011
U.S. Manufacturing in 2009 = Germany, Italy, France, Russia, U.K., Brazil and Canada COMBINED
CARPE DIEM: U.S. Manufacturing in 2009 = Germany, Italy, France, Russia, U.K., Brazil and Canada COMBINED
"The U.S. ranked #1 in the world for manufacturing, and produced 14% more output than second-ranked China ($2.04 trillion) and twice as much output as third-ranked Japan ($1.15 trillion)."
"The U.S. ranked #1 in the world for manufacturing, and produced 14% more output than second-ranked China ($2.04 trillion) and twice as much output as third-ranked Japan ($1.15 trillion)."
Do 'Stealthy' Michigan Senators Want to Spend $100 Million on Film Subsidies?
Do 'Stealthy' Michigan Senators Want to Spend $100 Million on Film Subsidies? [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"Do 'Stealthy' Michigan Senators Want to Spend $100 Million on Film Subsidies?
Facebook post insists: Michigan senator 'wishes to keep this process quiet and very stealth!'"
"Do 'Stealthy' Michigan Senators Want to Spend $100 Million on Film Subsidies?
Facebook post insists: Michigan senator 'wishes to keep this process quiet and very stealth!'"
The Extinction of Retirement
The Extinction of Retirement
"According to the Social Security Administration, in 2008, Social Security provided 50% of all income for 64% of recipients and 90% of all income for 34% of all beneficiaries.
With these numbers, it's not hard to see how even small cuts will spark big protests.
Now try cutting the $20 trillion prescription drug program and the $79 trillion Medicare entitlements and watch the political sparks fly! However, given the realities, it's hard to see how the program can escape deep cuts."
"According to the Social Security Administration, in 2008, Social Security provided 50% of all income for 64% of recipients and 90% of all income for 34% of all beneficiaries.
With these numbers, it's not hard to see how even small cuts will spark big protests.
Now try cutting the $20 trillion prescription drug program and the $79 trillion Medicare entitlements and watch the political sparks fly! However, given the realities, it's hard to see how the program can escape deep cuts."
Half of Taxes Pay for Retiree Benefits
GoLocalProv News Providence - Half of Taxes Pay for Retiree Benefits
"Just over half of all taxes collected in Providence in 2010 were owed to pensions and benefits for all city retirees—sucking money away from basic services and adding to the property tax burden"
"Just over half of all taxes collected in Providence in 2010 were owed to pensions and benefits for all city retirees—sucking money away from basic services and adding to the property tax burden"
How Public Employees get to run government
How Public Employees get to run government « Burypensions Blog
"Say you have a business in the private sector.
Would you let your employees name their salary and benefit levels and oblige you to pass on the cost to your customers?
Absent a captive market your customers will likely be gone and so would your business."
"Say you have a business in the private sector.
Would you let your employees name their salary and benefit levels and oblige you to pass on the cost to your customers?
Absent a captive market your customers will likely be gone and so would your business."
George Soros and the Plot to Take Judicial Selections Away from Voters
George Soros and the Plot to Take Judicial Selections Away from Voters [Michigan Capitol Confidential]: "Billionaire political financier George Soros is behind a $45 million campaign to strip American citizens of their right to select state court judges and thereby put the legal system in the hands of Left-wing jurists"
US Is in Even Worse Shape Financially Than Greece: Gross
US Is in Even Worse Shape Financially Than Greece: Gross - CNBC
"When adding in all of the money owed to cover future liabilities in entitlement programs the US is actually in worse financial shape than Greece and other debt-laden European countries, Pimco's Bill Gross told CNBC Monday."
Bill Gross?!!!!
"When adding in all of the money owed to cover future liabilities in entitlement programs the US is actually in worse financial shape than Greece and other debt-laden European countries, Pimco's Bill Gross told CNBC Monday."
Bill Gross?!!!!
Allan McNish's terrifying Audi R18 TDI Le Mans crash
Allan McNish's terrifying Audi R18 TDI Le Mans crash — Autoblog
"Video: Allan McNish's terrifying Audi R18 TDI Le Mans crash"
"Video: Allan McNish's terrifying Audi R18 TDI Le Mans crash"
Court order allows Christian leaflets at Arab fest
Court order allows Christian leaflets at Arab fest
"A Detroit federal judge has signed an order allowing Christian evangelists to work the sidewalks of a popular Arab-American festival in Dearborn."
Imagine you'd need a judge to allow this in an American city.
A muslim controlled city!
"A Detroit federal judge has signed an order allowing Christian evangelists to work the sidewalks of a popular Arab-American festival in Dearborn."
Imagine you'd need a judge to allow this in an American city.
A muslim controlled city!
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
EMU unions reject wage freeze
EMU unions reject wage freeze Detroit Free Press freep.com
"Martin had asked for about $3.3 million back from union raises that ranged from 1% to 3%"
"Martin had asked for about $3.3 million back from union raises that ranged from 1% to 3%"
Theory and Facts
Theory and Facts
"Correct or not, the belief that “government spending was the only option” to keep the economy from imploding is itself a theory.
No data independent of some economic theory scream with crystalline clarity that increased government spending must substitute for collapsing private spending."
"Correct or not, the belief that “government spending was the only option” to keep the economy from imploding is itself a theory.
No data independent of some economic theory scream with crystalline clarity that increased government spending must substitute for collapsing private spending."
Very unfortunate for America.
Very unfortunate for America.
Thadd McCotter voted with the big unions/democrats AGAIN!
Huisenga was a no-show.
Why?
http://www.govtrack.us/congress/vote.xpd?vote=h2011-413&sort=party
Thadd McCotter voted with the big unions/democrats AGAIN!
Huisenga was a no-show.
Why?
http://www.govtrack.us/congress/vote.xpd?vote=h2011-413&sort=party
Michigan Union Targets Legislator
Michigan Union Targets Legislator - Kyle Olson - Townhall Conservative
"This certainly isn’t unique.
Wisconsin unions took similar action against business owners who refused to condemn Gov. Scott Walker’s reform efforts.
How would the unions feel if tea party members protested outside the homes of public employees and their union bosses?
They don’t, because they understand that all Americans have the freedom to believe what they want to believe without having to fear for their safety or livelihoods"
"This certainly isn’t unique.
Wisconsin unions took similar action against business owners who refused to condemn Gov. Scott Walker’s reform efforts.
How would the unions feel if tea party members protested outside the homes of public employees and their union bosses?
They don’t, because they understand that all Americans have the freedom to believe what they want to believe without having to fear for their safety or livelihoods"
The Sorry State of Liberal Compassion
Articles: The Sorry State of Liberal Compassion
"Of course, beyond the reckless sensationalism, the fact remains that those tax dollars are still funding responsible family clinics that provide those essential services.
They are only being denied to the ones who use the family planning cloak to shroud the evil butchery of abortion that appears at the top of their menu.
Nevertheless, with the stage set, Barack Obama waded into the fray with the trademark political thuggery he once used to brow-beat Arizonans over their immigration policy.
This time, showing the extent to which he is beholden to the abortion lobby, Obama has threatened to deny Indiana its federal Medicaid dollars if Hoosiers don't capitulate to his demands and restore Planned Parenthood's blood money."
"Of course, beyond the reckless sensationalism, the fact remains that those tax dollars are still funding responsible family clinics that provide those essential services.
They are only being denied to the ones who use the family planning cloak to shroud the evil butchery of abortion that appears at the top of their menu.
Nevertheless, with the stage set, Barack Obama waded into the fray with the trademark political thuggery he once used to brow-beat Arizonans over their immigration policy.
This time, showing the extent to which he is beholden to the abortion lobby, Obama has threatened to deny Indiana its federal Medicaid dollars if Hoosiers don't capitulate to his demands and restore Planned Parenthood's blood money."
TEDx Muskegon will have two lunch sessions to teach the community about a September event
TEDx Muskegon will have two lunch sessions to teach the community about a September event MLive.com
"TEDx Muskegon organizers will have a 'brown bag lunch' meeting Wednesday and Aug. 18 to teach the community about the upcoming Sept. 20 event in Muskegon.
TEDx is a community-based, independent organization associated with the global TED initiatives. The local TEDx group will have their first confernce at the Freauthal Theater Sept. 20 with a thrive Muskegon theme.
To learn more about the TED experience and how it is coming to Muskegon, organizers will meet with interested citizens Wednesday from noon-1 p.m. at the Grand Valley State University Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center, 200 Viridian along Muskegon Lake. Another lunch session is planned for the same time and place Aug. 18."
What is this TED?
Fuzzy always makes me nervous.
http://www.ted.com/pages/about
"TEDx Muskegon organizers will have a 'brown bag lunch' meeting Wednesday and Aug. 18 to teach the community about the upcoming Sept. 20 event in Muskegon.
TEDx is a community-based, independent organization associated with the global TED initiatives. The local TEDx group will have their first confernce at the Freauthal Theater Sept. 20 with a thrive Muskegon theme.
To learn more about the TED experience and how it is coming to Muskegon, organizers will meet with interested citizens Wednesday from noon-1 p.m. at the Grand Valley State University Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center, 200 Viridian along Muskegon Lake. Another lunch session is planned for the same time and place Aug. 18."
What is this TED?
Fuzzy always makes me nervous.
http://www.ted.com/pages/about
Dozens of Republicans Vote for Handouts to Big Labor
Dozens of Republicans Vote for Handouts to Big Labor RedState
"Yesterday, the House passed the largely non-controversial Military Construction/Veterans Affairs Appropriations (MilCon) bill for FY 2012.
Unfortunately, it is these non-controversial bills which provide a safe haven for meretricious policy initiatives through the rapid fire amendment process.
While everyone was focused on presidential politics, the House passed an amendment forcing government contractors to use labor unions on federal construction projects.
Oh, and like most bad legislation, this amendment passed by one vote, with the help of 27 Republicans."
Very unfortunate for America.
Thadd McCotter voted with the big unions/democrats AGAIN!
Huisenga was a no-show.
Why?
http://www.govtrack.us/congress/vote.xpd?vote=h2011-413&sort=party
"Yesterday, the House passed the largely non-controversial Military Construction/Veterans Affairs Appropriations (MilCon) bill for FY 2012.
Unfortunately, it is these non-controversial bills which provide a safe haven for meretricious policy initiatives through the rapid fire amendment process.
While everyone was focused on presidential politics, the House passed an amendment forcing government contractors to use labor unions on federal construction projects.
Oh, and like most bad legislation, this amendment passed by one vote, with the help of 27 Republicans."
Very unfortunate for America.
Thadd McCotter voted with the big unions/democrats AGAIN!
Huisenga was a no-show.
Why?
http://www.govtrack.us/congress/vote.xpd?vote=h2011-413&sort=party
Waterfront restaurant celebrates West Michigan lifestyle
Waterfront restaurant celebrates West Michigan lifestyle MLive.com
"A welcome new place to dine out is The Lake House Waterfront Grill, a renovation of the Muskegon landmark Rafferty's."
I'm not sure what "West Michigan lifestyle" means but we finally have a few pretty good restaurants here in Muskegon.
Good news whatever you "lifestyle.
Mine is usually...hungry....
"A welcome new place to dine out is The Lake House Waterfront Grill, a renovation of the Muskegon landmark Rafferty's."
I'm not sure what "West Michigan lifestyle" means but we finally have a few pretty good restaurants here in Muskegon.
Good news whatever you "lifestyle.
Mine is usually...hungry....
Shocking Headline: Greektown patrol cop dies a week after being struck by tourist
theblogprof: Shocking Headline: Greektown patrol cop dies a week after being struck by tourist
"Detroit has a tourist?
Did not see that coming."
heh.....
"Detroit has a tourist?
Did not see that coming."
heh.....
Fred Upton’s Broken Light Bulb Promise Another Example of the Failure of Republican Leadership
Michael Patrick Leahy: Fred Upton’s Broken Light Bulb Promise Another Example of the Failure of Republican Leadership
"He therefore promised that one of his first acts would be to advance legislation that would repeal the very light bulb ban he had once championed."
This RINO needs to GO!
"He therefore promised that one of his first acts would be to advance legislation that would repeal the very light bulb ban he had once championed."
This RINO needs to GO!
WWII B-17 makes emergency landing outside Chicago
My Way News - WWII B-17 makes emergency landing outside Chicago
"A World War II bomber made what appeared to be an emergency landing in a cornfield Monday and all seven people on board escaped before it was consumed by fire, according to the Federal Aviation Administration."
Not too many left.
"A World War II bomber made what appeared to be an emergency landing in a cornfield Monday and all seven people on board escaped before it was consumed by fire, according to the Federal Aviation Administration."
Not too many left.
Environmentalists: Hands Off My Dishes!
Environmentalists: Hands Off My Dishes! - Page 1 - Mona Charen - Townhall Conservative
"I began noticing the white coating, dull film, and simply unclean dishes a few weeks ago."
"I began noticing the white coating, dull film, and simply unclean dishes a few weeks ago."
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Monday, June 13, 2011
Muskegon Tea Party Today 7:00pm Whitlows!
Muskegon Taxpayers Alliance
"But our own little county is 100 MILLION in debt to unfunded pension and health benefits for its employees.
And the big spending left has been hard at work trying to recall the governor and many GOP Michigan reps. and senators.
And showing their strength at rallies statewide.
'Keep up the spending and more' is their cry.
If they win, your children and grandchildren will lose, big time."
"But our own little county is 100 MILLION in debt to unfunded pension and health benefits for its employees.
And the big spending left has been hard at work trying to recall the governor and many GOP Michigan reps. and senators.
And showing their strength at rallies statewide.
'Keep up the spending and more' is their cry.
If they win, your children and grandchildren will lose, big time."
Signs of tyranny
EDITORIAL: Signs of tyranny - Washington Times
"The ordinance carefully carves out an exemption for artistic and political speech.
So a gigantic “Vote Obama” sign is acceptable, but one that states “20 percent off on Wednesdays” is not."
"The ordinance carefully carves out an exemption for artistic and political speech.
So a gigantic “Vote Obama” sign is acceptable, but one that states “20 percent off on Wednesdays” is not."
China's Pearl Harbor?
EDITORIAL: China's Pearl Harbor? - Washington Times
"Imagine a Chinese aircraft carrier sailing south close along the Florida coast and making a port call in Cuba.
It seems unimaginable but this scenario may be in our near future."
"Imagine a Chinese aircraft carrier sailing south close along the Florida coast and making a port call in Cuba.
It seems unimaginable but this scenario may be in our near future."
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