Monday, February 18, 2013
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Presidents Day:GM flounders
Presidents Day: Government vacations, Islamists flourish, GM flounders | Washington Times Communities:
Rescue Madness: GM Seems Headed Backwards to Bankruptcy
When I look through recent disclosures made by General Motors, I think of Monty Python’s John Cleese in the famous “dead parrot” sketch:
Looking at available “facts”, General Motors today is not technically “dead”—however, alarm bells are ringing off the hook.
In 2012, consolidated Automotive revenues grew by slightly less than 1 % from $ 148.9 billion to $ 150.3 billion. Automotive gross margin fell from a puny 12.4% in 2011 to 6.7%,
in 2012. Operating income before goodwill impairment charges fell from $ 6.9 billion to an operating loss of $ 3.2 billion.
Pretax income after all charges plummeted from $ 6.0 billion to a staggering loss of $ 30.3 billion.
Moreover, these consolidated results were produced while the largest unit, GM North America, increased its capacity utilization rate from 95.6% to 97.5%.
No manufacturing business is viable at such levels for long and few American businesses have already been as coddled by various governments.
In 2012, consolidated Automotive revenues grew by slightly less than 1 % from $ 148.9 billion to $ 150.3 billion. Automotive gross margin fell from a puny 12.4% in 2011 to 6.7%,
in 2012. Operating income before goodwill impairment charges fell from $ 6.9 billion to an operating loss of $ 3.2 billion.
Pretax income after all charges plummeted from $ 6.0 billion to a staggering loss of $ 30.3 billion.
Moreover, these consolidated results were produced while the largest unit, GM North America, increased its capacity utilization rate from 95.6% to 97.5%.
No manufacturing business is viable at such levels for long and few American businesses have already been as coddled by various governments.
If you cannot sell/lease vehicles when money is essentially free, how can you hope to do so as rates correct back up as they have started to do since July 2012?
Analysis that is more complete will have to wait until the first week of March when GM releases its Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Analysis that is more complete will have to wait until the first week of March when GM releases its Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Rest assured that informed investors will not be celebrating even if entrenched unions, managers and politicians dare to gloat.
Bailing out a structurally challenged vehicle producer using borrowed taxpayer funds, without fully addressing competitive weaknesses has not restored the fortunes of General Motors.
» DHS Purchases 21.6 Million More Rounds of Ammunition
» DHS Purchases 21.6 Million More Rounds of Ammunition Alex Jones' Infowars: There's a war on for your mind!:
"To put that in perspective, during the height of active battle operations in Iraq, US soldiers used 5.5 million rounds of ammunition a month.
Extrapolating the figures, the DHS has purchased enough bullets over the last 10 months to wage a full scale war for almost 30 years."
"To put that in perspective, during the height of active battle operations in Iraq, US soldiers used 5.5 million rounds of ammunition a month.
Extrapolating the figures, the DHS has purchased enough bullets over the last 10 months to wage a full scale war for almost 30 years."
Sale of personal gene data condemned as ‘unethical and dangerous’
Sale of personal gene data condemned as ‘unethical and dangerous’ | The Raw Story
"Private firms will soon be able to buy people’s medical and genetic data without their consent and, in certain cases, acquire personal information that might enable them to identify individuals.
The revelation, which contradicts government claims that such material would be completely anonymous, has raised fears that pharmaceutical firms and insurance companies will be able to determine the identities of people susceptible to particular diseases.
It has prompted claims that fundamental changes to the use of NHS patient data are being introduced without adequate public debate or regulatory oversight."
"Private firms will soon be able to buy people’s medical and genetic data without their consent and, in certain cases, acquire personal information that might enable them to identify individuals.
The revelation, which contradicts government claims that such material would be completely anonymous, has raised fears that pharmaceutical firms and insurance companies will be able to determine the identities of people susceptible to particular diseases.
It has prompted claims that fundamental changes to the use of NHS patient data are being introduced without adequate public debate or regulatory oversight."
Strange Facts about America’s ‘Poor’
Strange Facts about America’s ‘Poor’ - By Robert Rector - The Corner - National Review Online
"In a recent Rasmussen poll, adults agreed (by a ratio of six to one) that “a family that is adequately fed and living in a house or apartment that is in good repair” is not poor.
By that simple test, about 80 percent of the Census Bureau’s “poor” people would not be considered poor by their fellow Americans.
In the same Rasmussen poll, however, 73 percent said poverty was a severe problem.
Why the disconnect?
The answer: Public perception of poverty in the U.S. is governed by the mainstream media, which invariably depicts the Census Bureau’s tens of millions of poor people as chronically hungry and malnourished, homeless or barely hanging on in overcrowded, dilapidated housing. "
"In a recent Rasmussen poll, adults agreed (by a ratio of six to one) that “a family that is adequately fed and living in a house or apartment that is in good repair” is not poor.
By that simple test, about 80 percent of the Census Bureau’s “poor” people would not be considered poor by their fellow Americans.
In the same Rasmussen poll, however, 73 percent said poverty was a severe problem.
Why the disconnect?
The answer: Public perception of poverty in the U.S. is governed by the mainstream media, which invariably depicts the Census Bureau’s tens of millions of poor people as chronically hungry and malnourished, homeless or barely hanging on in overcrowded, dilapidated housing. "
Global-warming zealots to ban ice makers
Global-warming zealots to ban ice makers - Washington Times Ice makers are the latest target in the left’s ongoing war against the conveniences of modern life.
Earlier this month, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued a report that may condemn this essential household item to the contraband list that already includes functional light bulbs, toilets, washing machines and showerheads.
Bumped from 2011
Earlier this month, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued a report that may condemn this essential household item to the contraband list that already includes functional light bulbs, toilets, washing machines and showerheads.
Bumped from 2011
Saturday, February 16, 2013
YOU are invited!
Please let me know by Tuesday, February 19th if
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Transition Center Citizens Review Committee. Thank you.
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Muskegon, MI 49442
Phone: 231.724.8883
Discussion of smart meters in Holland
Discussion of smart meters in Holland | wzzm13.com
""We think there are great benefits to our customers," says Consumers Energy spokesman Roger C. Morgenstern.
"We actually show over the 20 year life of the meter there will be a 40 million dollar benefit to our customers in terms of energy savings.""
""We think there are great benefits to our customers," says Consumers Energy spokesman Roger C. Morgenstern.
"We actually show over the 20 year life of the meter there will be a 40 million dollar benefit to our customers in terms of energy savings.""
Warning: This Will Get Your Blood Boiling
Warning: This Will Get Your Blood Boiling
"So, not only are taxpayers funding free cell phones, we're also paying for street teams to hawk them at hospitals, soup kitchens, carnivals and shelters. "
"So, not only are taxpayers funding free cell phones, we're also paying for street teams to hawk them at hospitals, soup kitchens, carnivals and shelters. "
Experts debate the benefits of a proposed minimum wage hike
Experts debate the benefits of a proposed minimum wage hike - The Hill's On The Money
""If you force employers to pay more than they want, they are less likely to hire teens and low-skilled folks and, instead, will cut workers hours and benefits," Hall said."
""If you force employers to pay more than they want, they are less likely to hire teens and low-skilled folks and, instead, will cut workers hours and benefits," Hall said."
How conservative are Michigan's representatives in Congress? Heritage Action for America ranks them
Ken Braun: How conservative are Michigan's representatives in Congress? Heritage Action for America ranks them | MLive.com:
"On the high side were U.S. Reps. Justin Amash (91 percent), Bill Huizenga (89 percent), Tim Walberg (83 percent) and Dan Benishek (73 percent).
These are also the four Republicans who have served the least amount of time in Washington."
"On the high side were U.S. Reps. Justin Amash (91 percent), Bill Huizenga (89 percent), Tim Walberg (83 percent) and Dan Benishek (73 percent).
These are also the four Republicans who have served the least amount of time in Washington."
Guns and Self Defense | Cato Institute
Guns and Self Defense | Cato Institute
"Two additional points are worth noting.
First, the map is not comprehensive.
Criminals will often flee the scene when they discover that their intended target has a gun.
With no shots fired, no injuries, and no suspect in custody, news organizations may report nothing at all.
Thus, it is important to remember that news reports can only provide us with an imperfect picture of defensive gun use in America.
Second, when a citizen is able to shoot an attacker or hold a rapist or robber until the police arrive, it is very likely that more than one crime has been prevented because if the culprit had not been stopped, he could have targeted other citizens as well.
The bottom line is that gun owners stop a lot of criminal mayhem every year."
"Two additional points are worth noting.
First, the map is not comprehensive.
Criminals will often flee the scene when they discover that their intended target has a gun.
With no shots fired, no injuries, and no suspect in custody, news organizations may report nothing at all.
Thus, it is important to remember that news reports can only provide us with an imperfect picture of defensive gun use in America.
Second, when a citizen is able to shoot an attacker or hold a rapist or robber until the police arrive, it is very likely that more than one crime has been prevented because if the culprit had not been stopped, he could have targeted other citizens as well.
The bottom line is that gun owners stop a lot of criminal mayhem every year."
How to browse the Kindle Lending Library on your PC
How to browse the Kindle Lending Library on your PC - Computerworld
"After all, the $79/year membership lets you check out one ebook per month from the Kindle Lending Library, which is rapidly approaching 300,000 titles."
"After all, the $79/year membership lets you check out one ebook per month from the Kindle Lending Library, which is rapidly approaching 300,000 titles."
This Isn't Hard, Mr. President: Do You Think You Can Kill Us on American Soil or Not?
This Isn't Hard, Mr. President: Do You Think You Can Kill Us on American Soil or Not? - Conor Friedersdorf - The Atlantic
"It's an easy question.
Answering it wouldn't jeopardize national security in any way.
So why do Obama Administration officials keep dodging it?
Asked the question in a Google Plus interview Thursday, Obama himself said, "Well first of all, there has never been a drone used on an American citizen on American soil."
Duh.
But will there ever be?
He went on to say that it's easier to capture accused terrorists in the United States than abroad.
But he still didn't give a straight answer. "
"It's an easy question.
Answering it wouldn't jeopardize national security in any way.
So why do Obama Administration officials keep dodging it?
Asked the question in a Google Plus interview Thursday, Obama himself said, "Well first of all, there has never been a drone used on an American citizen on American soil."
Duh.
But will there ever be?
He went on to say that it's easier to capture accused terrorists in the United States than abroad.
But he still didn't give a straight answer. "
House overrides Obama, votes to freeze federal pay for third year
House overrides Obama, votes to freeze federal pay for third year - The Hill's RegWatch
"On Thursday, however, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) argued that freezing the pay of members undermines the dignity of the job.
"I think it's necessary for us to have the dignity of the job that we have rewarded," she said."
"On Thursday, however, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) argued that freezing the pay of members undermines the dignity of the job.
"I think it's necessary for us to have the dignity of the job that we have rewarded," she said."
Of Carnival Triumph, Media, and Lawyers
Blog: Of Carnival Triumph, Media, and Lawyers
"I laughed so hard on day one of the coverage when the nitwit reporter dude on CNN said, in a breathless dramatic fashion, that on top of all the carnage and devastation wrought by the power outage on board, the ship could also expect "six foot seas!"
He said this as if the nine-hundred foot long, fourteen-story ship would be lurching about, with water breaching the uppermost decks and crew members battening down all the hatches.
Six foot seas, to anyone familiar with a cruise ship of that size, means very smooth sailing indeed.
The newsjerk was either a moron, or more likely, an alarmist looking to make his assignment the story of the day.
But as day one became day two I stopped laughing."
"I laughed so hard on day one of the coverage when the nitwit reporter dude on CNN said, in a breathless dramatic fashion, that on top of all the carnage and devastation wrought by the power outage on board, the ship could also expect "six foot seas!"
He said this as if the nine-hundred foot long, fourteen-story ship would be lurching about, with water breaching the uppermost decks and crew members battening down all the hatches.
Six foot seas, to anyone familiar with a cruise ship of that size, means very smooth sailing indeed.
The newsjerk was either a moron, or more likely, an alarmist looking to make his assignment the story of the day.
But as day one became day two I stopped laughing."
Michigan 'fracking' opponents plan to begin voter signature collection effort in April
Michigan 'fracking' opponents plan to begin voter signature collection effort in April | MLive.com
"The Board of State Canvassers on Friday also approved the form of a petition that could be used by a committee called Voters for Fair Use of Ballot Referendum.
That effort seeks to change the state constitution to widen the scope of state laws that Michigan voters can seek to overturn through the referendum process.
If the measure is successful, voters also would be allowed to challenge state laws that include appropriations or spending clauses.
That is now prohibited by the Michigan constitution.
Some of the more recent laws with appropriations – making them referendum-proof – are Michigan’s right-to-work law and the state’s revised emergency manager law from 2012.
Some critics have questioned whether lawmakers sometimes might include appropriations in controversial bills mainly so voters can't repeal them."
"The Board of State Canvassers on Friday also approved the form of a petition that could be used by a committee called Voters for Fair Use of Ballot Referendum.
That effort seeks to change the state constitution to widen the scope of state laws that Michigan voters can seek to overturn through the referendum process.
If the measure is successful, voters also would be allowed to challenge state laws that include appropriations or spending clauses.
That is now prohibited by the Michigan constitution.
Some of the more recent laws with appropriations – making them referendum-proof – are Michigan’s right-to-work law and the state’s revised emergency manager law from 2012.
Some critics have questioned whether lawmakers sometimes might include appropriations in controversial bills mainly so voters can't repeal them."
Does the Distinguished Warfare Medal degrade military honors?
Does the Distinguished Warfare Medal degrade military honors? | Fox News
"Sound far-fetched?
Look at how the combat action badge is handed out these days."
"Sound far-fetched?
Look at how the combat action badge is handed out these days."
Friday, February 15, 2013
Obama’s minimum wage proposal a stealth pay raise for unions
Obama’s minimum wage proposal a stealth pay raise for unions | WashingtonExaminer.com:
If President Obama succeeds in raising the minimum wage law, he’ll have given many unions an automatic pay increase, a new report shows.
“An analysis of union collective bargaining agreements available from the Department of Labor’s Office of Labor-Management Standards indicates that many service, retail and hospitality industry labor unions—such as UNITE-HERE or the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)—peg baseline wages to the federal minimum wage,” the Center for Union Facts (CUF) observes.
“Thus, in many cases, raising the federal minimum wage will either trigger wage renegotiations or automatic wage hikes for certain unionized employees.”"
If President Obama succeeds in raising the minimum wage law, he’ll have given many unions an automatic pay increase, a new report shows.
“An analysis of union collective bargaining agreements available from the Department of Labor’s Office of Labor-Management Standards indicates that many service, retail and hospitality industry labor unions—such as UNITE-HERE or the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)—peg baseline wages to the federal minimum wage,” the Center for Union Facts (CUF) observes.
“Thus, in many cases, raising the federal minimum wage will either trigger wage renegotiations or automatic wage hikes for certain unionized employees.”"
How To Overwrite Free Space Securely in Windows
How To Overwrite Free Space Securely in Windows
"When you delete a file from the recycle bin in Windows, rather than deleting the actual file, the space the file is occupying is simply marked as free so that another file can come and use those blocks on your hard drive.
One way of making sure that your data is not recoverable is to simply overwrite all the free space with random data. "
"When you delete a file from the recycle bin in Windows, rather than deleting the actual file, the space the file is occupying is simply marked as free so that another file can come and use those blocks on your hard drive.
One way of making sure that your data is not recoverable is to simply overwrite all the free space with random data. "
Central Banks Buy the Most Gold Since 1964
Central Banks Buy the Most Gold Since 1964 - 24/7 Wall St
"Central bank buying for 2012 rose by 17% over 2011 to some 534.6 tonnes.
As far as central bank gold buying, this was the highest level since 1964. "
"Central bank buying for 2012 rose by 17% over 2011 to some 534.6 tonnes.
As far as central bank gold buying, this was the highest level since 1964. "
Employment is down to 150 at controversial LG Chem plant in Holland, says company spokesman
Employment is down to 150 at controversial LG Chem plant in Holland, says company spokesman | MLive.com
"Although it has produced batteries while testing its new production facilities, the Holland facility has produced no batteries for the production models of the Volt and other electric vehicles. LG Chem has flown those batteries in from Korea."
"Although it has produced batteries while testing its new production facilities, the Holland facility has produced no batteries for the production models of the Volt and other electric vehicles. LG Chem has flown those batteries in from Korea."
'New urbanism' residential development proposed in downtown Muskegon by Jon Rooks
'New urbanism' residential development proposed in downtown Muskegon by Jon Rooks | MLive.com
"the residential development would feature small lots measuring 36 feet by 100 feet"
"the residential development would feature small lots measuring 36 feet by 100 feet"
Terrace Point Landing: Muskegon Lake $14 million residential development called 'game changing'
Terrace Point Landing: Muskegon Lake $14 million residential development called 'game changing' | MLive.com
"The lot prices will range from $125,000 for waterfront land to $50,000 for interior parcels. Home designs will have the final land and house packages in the $150,000 to $300,000."
"The lot prices will range from $125,000 for waterfront land to $50,000 for interior parcels. Home designs will have the final land and house packages in the $150,000 to $300,000."
Thursday, February 14, 2013
The Rules of Attraction
Best of the Web Today: The Rules of Attraction - WSJ.com
"The better-looking a man is, the more lifetime sexual partners he reports; the better-looking a woman, the fewer.
Good-looking men are more likely to have had sex soon after meeting a partner; good-looking women, less likely.
Good-looking women are likelier to describe their relationships as "committed"; good-looking men, less likely."
"The better-looking a man is, the more lifetime sexual partners he reports; the better-looking a woman, the fewer.
Good-looking men are more likely to have had sex soon after meeting a partner; good-looking women, less likely.
Good-looking women are likelier to describe their relationships as "committed"; good-looking men, less likely."
Sunk: The Incredible Truth About the 'Bounty,' a Ship That Never Should Have Sailed
Sunk: The Incredible Truth About the 'Bounty,' a Ship That Never Should Have Sailed | Outdoor Adventure | OutsideOnline.com
"But the full answer to why the Bounty sank was much more complex than a captain’s rash decision.
It was a story decades in the making, a veritable opera of near misses and fantastic schemes involving a dogged captain, a fiercely loyal crew, and an owner who was looking to sell.
And in the ship’s last act, an unlikely new character had emerged: a young woman with Down syndrome who, perhaps inconceivably, held the key to the Bounty’s future."
"But the full answer to why the Bounty sank was much more complex than a captain’s rash decision.
It was a story decades in the making, a veritable opera of near misses and fantastic schemes involving a dogged captain, a fiercely loyal crew, and an owner who was looking to sell.
And in the ship’s last act, an unlikely new character had emerged: a young woman with Down syndrome who, perhaps inconceivably, held the key to the Bounty’s future."
Internet tax gains steam with GOP support
Internet tax gains steam with GOP support | WashingtonExaminer.com
"On Thursday, Wyoming Republican Sen. Michael Enzi and Tennessee's Lamar Alexander are joining Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin to unveil the "Marketplace Fairness Act" which would let states compel online and catalog merchants, no matter where they're located, to collect sales tax.
Their move follows demands from Republicans governors, struggling to balance budgets, that Washington end the practice of letting online retailers ignore collecting the tax which is required in most states--but not enforced."
"On Thursday, Wyoming Republican Sen. Michael Enzi and Tennessee's Lamar Alexander are joining Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin to unveil the "Marketplace Fairness Act" which would let states compel online and catalog merchants, no matter where they're located, to collect sales tax.
Their move follows demands from Republicans governors, struggling to balance budgets, that Washington end the practice of letting online retailers ignore collecting the tax which is required in most states--but not enforced."
Michigan's obesity straining more than waistlines
Michigan's obesity straining more than waistlines | MLive.com
News and Analysis from The Center for Michigan
Now ranked fifth in the nation in obesity, state residents are on track to rack up 1.4 million new cases of type 2 diabetes, 2.9 million cases of coronary heart disease and 2.6 million cases of high blood pressure over the next 20 years, a national study found.
According to the nonprofit Trust for America's Health, 31 percent of Michigan adults were obese in 2011. It projects that will climb to nearly 60 percent by 2030. An estimated 30 percent of children ages 10 to 17 are now overweight or obese.
In 2008, Michigan spent an estimated $3.1 billion on obesity-related medical costs. If trends continue, state officials estimate that will quadruple to $12.5 billion by 2018.
News and Analysis from The Center for Michigan They warn that trajectory -- if not reversed -- will eventually overwhelm the health-care system's ability to pay.
“People won't get services. The (insurance) premiums will be so high that companies will just stop paying,” said James Haveman, director of the Michigan Department of Community Health.
That prognosis only underscores the stakes for Michigan's health-care network, given the fact it already leads the nation in the number of people dropped from employer-based health care in the past decade.
On Jan. 23, the state launched a publicity campaign to encourage overweight residents to lose 10 percent of their body weight.
“People can’t wait. They need to start making decisions today,” Haveman said.
Called MI Healthier Tomorrow, it is an outgrowth of a 2011 Lansing summit convened by Gov. Rick Snyder to develop strategies for reducing obesity. Among its key findings was the need to drive up public awareness of the serious health costs of obesity.
American Indian mascots targeted by Michigan Department of Civil Rights complaint
American Indian mascots targeted by Michigan Department of Civil Rights complaint | MLive.com
"A complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education cites 35 school districts in Michigan – from the Athens Indians to the White Pigeon Chiefs.
The filing relates to K-12 schools but doesn’t involve community colleges or universities."
"A complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education cites 35 school districts in Michigan – from the Athens Indians to the White Pigeon Chiefs.
The filing relates to K-12 schools but doesn’t involve community colleges or universities."
Activists to rally against Keystone XL pipeline, while Michigan Senate supports controversial project
Activists to rally against Keystone XL pipeline, while Michigan Senate supports controversial project | MLive.com:
"Six buses from Battle Creek, Detroit, East Lansing, Traverse City and Ann Arbor will bring participants to the Sunday rally."
"Six buses from Battle Creek, Detroit, East Lansing, Traverse City and Ann Arbor will bring participants to the Sunday rally."
Muskegon County's Child Haven shelter shut down after building problem
Muskegon County's Child Haven shelter shut down after building problem | MLive.com
"Child Haven had been operated as a partnership between Muskegon County and the Michigan Department of Human Services, said Bonnie Hammersley, the county’s top administrator."
"Child Haven had been operated as a partnership between Muskegon County and the Michigan Department of Human Services, said Bonnie Hammersley, the county’s top administrator."
Pure Michigan advertising that mentions right to work is on hold after controversy
MEDC: Pure Michigan advertising that mentions right to work is on hold after controversy | MLive.com
"Democrats have criticized the MEDC and Gov. Rick Snyder, who later said the issue was divisive enough that it shouldn't have been front-and-center on the ad."
"Democrats have criticized the MEDC and Gov. Rick Snyder, who later said the issue was divisive enough that it shouldn't have been front-and-center on the ad."
Rubio Previews SOTU Response
Rubio Previews SOTU Response: Says He'll Push Contrast on Policy, Tone | The Weekly Standard
"They were certain that Rubio was so gifted an orator and possessed such a unique set of political skills that he would be able to make immediate and improbable leaps that most politicians could not execute."
BEFORE the "response"....
"They were certain that Rubio was so gifted an orator and possessed such a unique set of political skills that he would be able to make immediate and improbable leaps that most politicians could not execute."
BEFORE the "response"....
False Memories of Fabricated Political Events
False Memories of Fabricated Political Events by Steven Frenda, Eric Knowles, William Saletan, Elizabeth Loftus :: SSRN
"In the largest false memory study to date, 5,269 participants were asked about their memories for three true and one of five fabricated political events.
Each fabricated event was accompanied by a photographic image purportedly depicting that event. Approximately half the participants falsely remembered that the false event happened, with 27% remembering that they saw the events happen on the news.
Political orientation appeared to influence the formation of false memories, with conservatives more likely to falsely remember seeing Barack Obama shaking hands with the president of Iran, and liberals more likely to remember George W. Bush vacationing with a baseball celebrity during the Hurricane Katrina disaster.
A follow-up study supported the explanation that events are more easily implanted in memory when they are congruent with a person's preexisting attitudes and evaluations, in part because attitude-congruent false events promote feelings of recognition and familiarity, which in turn interfere with source attributions."
"In the largest false memory study to date, 5,269 participants were asked about their memories for three true and one of five fabricated political events.
Each fabricated event was accompanied by a photographic image purportedly depicting that event. Approximately half the participants falsely remembered that the false event happened, with 27% remembering that they saw the events happen on the news.
Political orientation appeared to influence the formation of false memories, with conservatives more likely to falsely remember seeing Barack Obama shaking hands with the president of Iran, and liberals more likely to remember George W. Bush vacationing with a baseball celebrity during the Hurricane Katrina disaster.
A follow-up study supported the explanation that events are more easily implanted in memory when they are congruent with a person's preexisting attitudes and evaluations, in part because attitude-congruent false events promote feelings of recognition and familiarity, which in turn interfere with source attributions."
American Airlines, US Airways to merge
My Way News - AP Sources: American Airlines, US Airways to merge
"The merger of American Airlines and US Airways, to be formally announced Thursday, caps a turbulent half-decade of bankruptcies and consolidation for the U.S. airline industry and leaves travelers four big carriers to choose from."
"The merger of American Airlines and US Airways, to be formally announced Thursday, caps a turbulent half-decade of bankruptcies and consolidation for the U.S. airline industry and leaves travelers four big carriers to choose from."
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Michigan Senator proposes state minimum wage increase as Obama pushes for national raise
Michigan Senator proposes state minimum wage increase as Obama pushes for national raise | MLive.com
"Meanwhile, Sen. Bert Johnson, D-Detroit, introduced legislation to increase the state’s minimum wage from $7.40 to $10 per hour by 2016."
"Meanwhile, Sen. Bert Johnson, D-Detroit, introduced legislation to increase the state’s minimum wage from $7.40 to $10 per hour by 2016."
Higher Premiums, Deductibles Expose Obama's Whopper
Higher Premiums, Deductibles Expose Obama's Whopper - Investors.com
"'Already, the Affordable Care Act is helping to slow the growth of health-care costs," the president claimed Tuesday.
This ranks as one of the biggest State of the Union whoppers ever told.
In fact, not only are health-care costs climbing, but employers are also shifting those costs onto the very "middle-class" families Obama spent much of his speech championing.
Since ObamaCare was enacted, family health-insurance premiums on average have soared $3,000, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation."
"'Already, the Affordable Care Act is helping to slow the growth of health-care costs," the president claimed Tuesday.
This ranks as one of the biggest State of the Union whoppers ever told.
In fact, not only are health-care costs climbing, but employers are also shifting those costs onto the very "middle-class" families Obama spent much of his speech championing.
Since ObamaCare was enacted, family health-insurance premiums on average have soared $3,000, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation."
President Obama's Energy Security Fund Is Job-Killing Cap-Andd-Tax Plan
President Obama's Energy Security Fund Is Job-Killing Cap-Andd-Tax Plan - Investors.com:
"A nonexistent crisis is a terrible thing to waste, and in justifying his proposal for a cap-and-tax scheme, President Obama claimed in his State Of The Union that "the 12 hottest years on record have all come in the last 15."
He was lying.
The fact is, according to new data released quietly last October by Britain's Met Office, the world's natural post-Ice Age warming trend stopped about 16 years ago.
From the beginning of 1997 until August 2012, there was no discernible rise in aggregate global temperatures."
"A nonexistent crisis is a terrible thing to waste, and in justifying his proposal for a cap-and-tax scheme, President Obama claimed in his State Of The Union that "the 12 hottest years on record have all come in the last 15."
He was lying.
The fact is, according to new data released quietly last October by Britain's Met Office, the world's natural post-Ice Age warming trend stopped about 16 years ago.
From the beginning of 1997 until August 2012, there was no discernible rise in aggregate global temperatures."
Obama’s Most Audacious SOTU Lie
The American Spectator : Obama’s Most Audacious SOTU Lie
: "It is difficult to say with certainly which of the many whoppers President Obama told tonight took the most crust to utter, but my money is going on this assertion, made a few minutes into the speech: “Already, the Affordable Care Act is helping to slow the growth of health care costs.” I know “Orwellian” has now become rather hackneyed, but there is simply no other adjective that better describes this statement. It is not merely a lie. It is the precise opposite of the truth. It is just as absurd as “war is peace” or “freedom is slavery.”"
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: "It is difficult to say with certainly which of the many whoppers President Obama told tonight took the most crust to utter, but my money is going on this assertion, made a few minutes into the speech: “Already, the Affordable Care Act is helping to slow the growth of health care costs.” I know “Orwellian” has now become rather hackneyed, but there is simply no other adjective that better describes this statement. It is not merely a lie. It is the precise opposite of the truth. It is just as absurd as “war is peace” or “freedom is slavery.”"
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Illegal immigrant tells Congress not to call him illegal
Illegal immigrant tells Congress not to call him illegal - Washington Times
"Jose Antonio Vargas, an illegal immigrant and former reporter, scolded a congressional panel on Wednesday, saying that he should not be called illegal, and saying it is an insult to his family who brought him here.
“When you inaccurately call me illegal, you not only dehumanize me, you’re offending them,” he said.
“No human being is illegal.”"
"Jose Antonio Vargas, an illegal immigrant and former reporter, scolded a congressional panel on Wednesday, saying that he should not be called illegal, and saying it is an insult to his family who brought him here.
“When you inaccurately call me illegal, you not only dehumanize me, you’re offending them,” he said.
“No human being is illegal.”"
Ted Nugent says the...
Ted Nugent says the...:
"Ted Nugent says the Republican Party does not fight back against President Obama because "they somehow have lost their scrotum."
"Ted Nugent says the Republican Party does not fight back against President Obama because "they somehow have lost their scrotum."
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Job Corps Scandal should scare Obama officials
Job Corps Scandal should scare Obama officials | NetRight Daily:
"......the Job Corps program that is suffering from a reported $100 million budget shortfall. "
"......the Job Corps program that is suffering from a reported $100 million budget shortfall. "
DONATE NOW! | Contagious Transformation
DONATE NOW! | Contagious Transformation
"BE A 2013 LIMITED GOVERNMENT CAMPAIGN PARTNER!
My mission is to promote the principles of limited government, individual freedom and free market solutions in urban, left-leaning communities.
It is especially in these communities where we must inform, equip, and empower Americans to get involved with the political process on the conservative side!
It is also time that we take on the NAACP, National Urban League, Rainbow Push, National Action Network, Congressional Black Caucus and other racist, divisive socialist organizations.
To-date they remain unchallenged on the grassroots level in urban communities.
Finally, we must offer a tangible “underground railroad” to those who have been trapped in big government laboratories for decades.
Upcoming are many events designed to combat the suppression and promote the education."
"BE A 2013 LIMITED GOVERNMENT CAMPAIGN PARTNER!
My mission is to promote the principles of limited government, individual freedom and free market solutions in urban, left-leaning communities.
It is especially in these communities where we must inform, equip, and empower Americans to get involved with the political process on the conservative side!
It is also time that we take on the NAACP, National Urban League, Rainbow Push, National Action Network, Congressional Black Caucus and other racist, divisive socialist organizations.
To-date they remain unchallenged on the grassroots level in urban communities.
Finally, we must offer a tangible “underground railroad” to those who have been trapped in big government laboratories for decades.
Upcoming are many events designed to combat the suppression and promote the education."
Why High-Speed Rail Is a Ridiculous Fantasy
Why High-Speed Rail Is a Ridiculous Fantasy | Cato @ Liberty
"Here’s the real problem: America is a two-dimensional place, and we have a 4-million-mile network of highways and streets that allows anyone to get from practically anywhere to practically anywhere else in the contiguous 48 states.
Rail lines are one dimensional, and what is worse they serve only selected points on that one-dimensional line. The number of people going from one point served by trains on a line to another point will be a small fraction of the total travelers in any given corridor.
Nor can trains compete with planes, which are not only faster but save money by requiring far less infrastructure.
Airlines can respond to changes in travel patterns by altering air routes overnight, but building new rail lines is phenomenally expensive in time, money, and energy.
(Rail advocates never mention the energy costs of constructing rail lines, which is typically scores if not hundreds of times greater than any potential annual energy savings from operations.)"
"Here’s the real problem: America is a two-dimensional place, and we have a 4-million-mile network of highways and streets that allows anyone to get from practically anywhere to practically anywhere else in the contiguous 48 states.
Rail lines are one dimensional, and what is worse they serve only selected points on that one-dimensional line. The number of people going from one point served by trains on a line to another point will be a small fraction of the total travelers in any given corridor.
Nor can trains compete with planes, which are not only faster but save money by requiring far less infrastructure.
Airlines can respond to changes in travel patterns by altering air routes overnight, but building new rail lines is phenomenally expensive in time, money, and energy.
(Rail advocates never mention the energy costs of constructing rail lines, which is typically scores if not hundreds of times greater than any potential annual energy savings from operations.)"
Man Sues TSA For $5 Million Following Peanut Butter Arrest
Man Sues TSA For $5 Million Following Peanut Butter Arrest Alex Jones' Infowars: There's a war on for your mind!
"An Arizona man who was arrested at the behest of the TSA, following a wisecrack over a jar of peanut butter is suing the federal agency for $5 million.
Frank Hannibal, 50, was detained and dragged from LaGuardia Airport recently by police after a run-in with TSA agents over the jar of gourmet sandwich spread.
“The liquid oil that separated from the peanut butter had them baffled,” Hannibal told the New York Daily News.
Hannibal then commented to his wife and children that “They’re looking to confiscate my explosives,” as TSA agents inspected the 16-ounce jar of “Crazy Richards” chunky peanut butter."
"An Arizona man who was arrested at the behest of the TSA, following a wisecrack over a jar of peanut butter is suing the federal agency for $5 million.
Frank Hannibal, 50, was detained and dragged from LaGuardia Airport recently by police after a run-in with TSA agents over the jar of gourmet sandwich spread.
“The liquid oil that separated from the peanut butter had them baffled,” Hannibal told the New York Daily News.
Hannibal then commented to his wife and children that “They’re looking to confiscate my explosives,” as TSA agents inspected the 16-ounce jar of “Crazy Richards” chunky peanut butter."
MEETING TONIGHT! Ottawa County Patriots
Meetings & Events | Ottawa County Patriots
"Fulton J. Sheen
Tuesday Feb 12, 7:00p.m.
Howard Miller Community Center
14S. Church St. Zeeland, MI
Sovereign Debt Crisis & World Markets
With New Taxes on over 80% of households just passed by Congress, skyrocketing debt like we have never seen before, nations going bankrupt, increasing inflation, and a rocky economy, how can you financially prepare for 2013 and beyond?"
"Fulton J. Sheen
Tuesday Feb 12, 7:00p.m.
Howard Miller Community Center
14S. Church St. Zeeland, MI
Sovereign Debt Crisis & World Markets
With New Taxes on over 80% of households just passed by Congress, skyrocketing debt like we have never seen before, nations going bankrupt, increasing inflation, and a rocky economy, how can you financially prepare for 2013 and beyond?"
Millions Improperly Claimed U.S. Phone Subsidies
Millions Improperly Claimed U.S. Phone Subsidies - WSJ.com
A review of five top recipients of Lifeline support conducted by the FCC for the Journal showed that 41% of their more than six million subscribers either couldn't demonstrate their eligibility or didn't respond to requests for certification.....
Americans pay an average of $2.50 a month per household to fund a number of subsidized communications programs, including Lifeline."
A review of five top recipients of Lifeline support conducted by the FCC for the Journal showed that 41% of their more than six million subscribers either couldn't demonstrate their eligibility or didn't respond to requests for certification.....
Americans pay an average of $2.50 a month per household to fund a number of subsidized communications programs, including Lifeline."
New Muskegon Farmer's Market plan unveiled to city commission; public vetting process to begin
New Muskegon Farmer's Market plan unveiled to city commission; public vetting process to begin | MLive.com
"Downtown promoters are asking the Muskegon City Commission to accept their proposal for a nearly $4 million privately funded market that would be built and donated to the city to operate.
"Downtown promoters are asking the Muskegon City Commission to accept their proposal for a nearly $4 million privately funded market that would be built and donated to the city to operate.
Monday, February 11, 2013
Big Labor fights against workers in Michigan
Big Labor fights against workers in Michigan | NetRight Daily
"Even though Michigan has become a right-to-work state, labor unions are fighting for their lives in such a way that exposes their true motives.
Rather than being an advocate for the workers, some public sector unions in Michigan are exposing their greedy ways in their efforts to line the pockets of union bosses at the expense of the workers they represent."
"Even though Michigan has become a right-to-work state, labor unions are fighting for their lives in such a way that exposes their true motives.
Rather than being an advocate for the workers, some public sector unions in Michigan are exposing their greedy ways in their efforts to line the pockets of union bosses at the expense of the workers they represent."
DOJ kill list memo forces many Dems out of the closet as overtly unprincipled hacks
DOJ kill list memo forces many Dems out of the closet as overtly unprincipled hacks | Glenn Greenwald | Comment is free | guardian.co.uk
"Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm speaks at the 2012 Democratic convention.
About the DOJ white paper, she admitted this week: "if this was Bush, I think that we would all be more up in arms" because "we trust the president".
"Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm speaks at the 2012 Democratic convention.
About the DOJ white paper, she admitted this week: "if this was Bush, I think that we would all be more up in arms" because "we trust the president".
Muskegon jail/tax tonight!
Sheriff Dean Roesler will discuss the need for and potential
design of the new Muskegon County jail.
Monday, February 11, at 6:00 pm, in the White Lake Senior Center, 8741 Ferry St., Montague
The event precedes the Muskegon County Republican Executive Committee meeting.
Monday, February 11, at 6:00 pm, in the White Lake Senior Center, 8741 Ferry St., Montague
The event precedes the Muskegon County Republican Executive Committee meeting.
It is open to the public.
Anyone interested in taxes, in justice, in the treatment of citizens who become entangled in our criminal law system will find the meeting enlightening.
Andy Fink
Chairman, Muskegon County Republican Party
Anyone interested in taxes, in justice, in the treatment of citizens who become entangled in our criminal law system will find the meeting enlightening.
Andy Fink
Chairman, Muskegon County Republican Party
A warning to college profs from a high school teacher
A warning to college profs from a high school teacher
"You are a college professor.
I have just retired as a high school teacher.
I have some bad news for you.
In case you do not already see what is happening, I want to warn you of what to expect from the students who will be arriving in your classroom, even if you teach in a highly selective institution."
"You are a college professor.
I have just retired as a high school teacher.
I have some bad news for you.
In case you do not already see what is happening, I want to warn you of what to expect from the students who will be arriving in your classroom, even if you teach in a highly selective institution."
New Study Blames Community Reinvestment Act For Mortgage Defaults
New Study Blames Community Reinvestment Act For Mortgage Defaults - Investors.com
"Democrats and the media insist the Community Reinvestment Act, the anti-redlining law beefed up by President Clinton, had nothing to do with the subprime mortgage crisis and recession.
But a new study by the respected National Bureau of Economic Research finds,
"Yes, it did.
We find that adherence to that act led to riskier lending by banks."
Added NBER: "There is a clear pattern of increased defaults for loans made by these banks in quarters around the (CRA) exam.
Moreover, the effects are larger for loans made within CRA tracts," or predominantly low-income and minority areas"
"Democrats and the media insist the Community Reinvestment Act, the anti-redlining law beefed up by President Clinton, had nothing to do with the subprime mortgage crisis and recession.
But a new study by the respected National Bureau of Economic Research finds,
"Yes, it did.
We find that adherence to that act led to riskier lending by banks."
Added NBER: "There is a clear pattern of increased defaults for loans made by these banks in quarters around the (CRA) exam.
Moreover, the effects are larger for loans made within CRA tracts," or predominantly low-income and minority areas"
New study confirms economy was destroyed by Democrat policies
New study confirms economy was destroyed by Democrat policies - National Conservative | Examiner.com
"A new study from the widely respected National Bureau of Economic Research released this week has confirmed beyond question that the left's race-baiting attacks on the housing market (the Community Reinvestment Act--enacted under Carter, made shockingly more aggressive under Clinton) is directly responsible for imploding the housing market and destroying the economy.
The study painstakingly sorted through failed home loans that caused the housing market collapse and identified an overwhelming connection between them and CRA mortgages."
"A new study from the widely respected National Bureau of Economic Research released this week has confirmed beyond question that the left's race-baiting attacks on the housing market (the Community Reinvestment Act--enacted under Carter, made shockingly more aggressive under Clinton) is directly responsible for imploding the housing market and destroying the economy.
The study painstakingly sorted through failed home loans that caused the housing market collapse and identified an overwhelming connection between them and CRA mortgages."
Preliminary Michigan State Police audit raises question as to how West Michigan Homeland Security grant money was doled out
Preliminary Michigan State Police audit raises question as to how West Michigan Homeland Security grant money was doled out | MLive.com
"Specifically, Stout said the Michigan State Police, which ordered the routine audit, claim that "preliminary findings" show 26 officials -- some of them fire officials -- allegedly received "potential dual compensation" or were engaged in an alleged "conflict of interest."
"Specifically, Stout said the Michigan State Police, which ordered the routine audit, claim that "preliminary findings" show 26 officials -- some of them fire officials -- allegedly received "potential dual compensation" or were engaged in an alleged "conflict of interest."
Muskegon County child neglect and abuse cases surge, courts cope by reorganizing
Muskegon County child neglect and abuse cases surge, courts cope by reorganizing | MLive.com
"The Michigan Supreme Court recently gave final approval to a plan, already enacted, to:
• Beef up family court coverage.
• Start a business court.
• Reduce court resources devoted to felony criminal and major civil cases."
"The Michigan Supreme Court recently gave final approval to a plan, already enacted, to:
• Beef up family court coverage.
• Start a business court.
• Reduce court resources devoted to felony criminal and major civil cases."
Terrorist target removed from Royal Oak gun range after Islamic leader complains
Terrorist target removed from Royal Oak gun range after Islamic leader complains | MLive.com
" When you pay for range time at Target Sports in Royal Oak, several targets are available to choose from, including zombies, killer clowns and a skeleton dressed in Muslim garb holding an AK-47.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations announced last week that the range will no longer offer the terrorist skeleton after Dawud Walid, the group's executive director, met with the range owner, Ray Jihad, and asked him to remove it from his store.
Walid felt it could potentially incite violence against Muslims."
" When you pay for range time at Target Sports in Royal Oak, several targets are available to choose from, including zombies, killer clowns and a skeleton dressed in Muslim garb holding an AK-47.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations announced last week that the range will no longer offer the terrorist skeleton after Dawud Walid, the group's executive director, met with the range owner, Ray Jihad, and asked him to remove it from his store.
Walid felt it could potentially incite violence against Muslims."
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Michigan Supreme Court suspends Wayne Co. judge in sex flap
Michigan Supreme Court suspends Wayne Co. judge in sex flap | The Detroit News | detroitnews.com
" McCree is the son of a legendary attorney who served as solicitor general for President Jimmy Carter"
" McCree is the son of a legendary attorney who served as solicitor general for President Jimmy Carter"
The Worst Five Years Since the Great Depression
The Worst Five Years Since the Great Depression | Heartlander Magazine
"Even though the employment age population has increased by nearly 12 million since January, 2008, there are now 3 million fewer Americans working, with employment declining from 146.3 million in January, 2008 to 143.3 million in December, 2012. "
"Even though the employment age population has increased by nearly 12 million since January, 2008, there are now 3 million fewer Americans working, with employment declining from 146.3 million in January, 2008 to 143.3 million in December, 2012. "
Ben Carson for President
The Wall Street Journal: Ben Carson for President - WSJ.com
"You know something's coming when Dr. Carson says,
"It's not my intention to offend anyone.
But it's hard not to.
The PC police are out in force everywhere.""
"You know something's coming when Dr. Carson says,
"It's not my intention to offend anyone.
But it's hard not to.
The PC police are out in force everywhere.""
Proposed FDA regulations to cost grocers, shoppers billions
Proposed FDA regulations to cost grocers, shoppers billions: "“If you get it wrong, it’s a federal crime,” he said, “and you could face jail time and thousands of dollars worth of fines.”"
Parody or Does She Believe It? CNN Anchor Blames Asteroid on Global Warming
Parody or Does She Believe It? CNN Anchor Blames Asteroid on Global Warming | NewsBusters
"CNN anchor Deb Feyerick asked Saturday afternoon if an approaching asteroid, which will pass by Earth on February 15, “is an example of, perhaps, global warming?”
Moments earlier, before an ad break, she segued from the Northeast blizzard to a segment with Bill Nye “the science guy,” by pointing to global warming:
“Every time we see a storm like this lately, the first question to pop into a lot of people’s minds is whether or not global warming is to blame?
I’ll talk to Bill Nye, ‘the science guy,’ about devastating storms and climate change.”
She never got to that question in the subsequent interview at about 3:25 PM EST during CNN Newsoom, instead transitioning from a snowfall update:
“Talk about something else that’s falling from the sky and that is an asteroid.
What’s coming our way?
Is this an effect of, perhaps, of global warming or is this just some meteoric occasion?”
Nye resisted confirming her hypothesis."
"CNN anchor Deb Feyerick asked Saturday afternoon if an approaching asteroid, which will pass by Earth on February 15, “is an example of, perhaps, global warming?”
Moments earlier, before an ad break, she segued from the Northeast blizzard to a segment with Bill Nye “the science guy,” by pointing to global warming:
“Every time we see a storm like this lately, the first question to pop into a lot of people’s minds is whether or not global warming is to blame?
I’ll talk to Bill Nye, ‘the science guy,’ about devastating storms and climate change.”
She never got to that question in the subsequent interview at about 3:25 PM EST during CNN Newsoom, instead transitioning from a snowfall update:
“Talk about something else that’s falling from the sky and that is an asteroid.
What’s coming our way?
Is this an effect of, perhaps, of global warming or is this just some meteoric occasion?”
Nye resisted confirming her hypothesis."
Survey: Geoscientists, Engineers Are Global Warming Skeptics
Survey: Geoscientists, Engineers Are Global Warming Skeptics | Heartlander Magazine
"Only 36 percent of geoscientists and engineers believe that humans are creating a global warming crisis, according to a survey reported in the peer-reviewed Organization Studies.
Nearly two-thirds of the 1,077 respondents believe that nature is the primary cause of recent global warming and/or that future global warming will not be a very serious problem. "
"Only 36 percent of geoscientists and engineers believe that humans are creating a global warming crisis, according to a survey reported in the peer-reviewed Organization Studies.
Nearly two-thirds of the 1,077 respondents believe that nature is the primary cause of recent global warming and/or that future global warming will not be a very serious problem. "
Friday, February 08, 2013
Why Are There So Many Murders in Chicago?
Why Are There So Many Murders in Chicago? | Newgeography.com
"Politically controlled policing. Mayor Daley hired Jody Weis from the FBI as police superintendent, but neutered his ability to run the department by assigning a political operative as Weis’ chief of staff.
Similarly, Rahm Emanuel, a fan of centralized control, has been heavily involved in driving major decisions like disbanding the anti-gang strike forces.
It’s not clear whether police decisions have been driven by purely professional crime fighting concerns or, as in likely given the city’s culture, political considerations."
"Politically controlled policing. Mayor Daley hired Jody Weis from the FBI as police superintendent, but neutered his ability to run the department by assigning a political operative as Weis’ chief of staff.
Similarly, Rahm Emanuel, a fan of centralized control, has been heavily involved in driving major decisions like disbanding the anti-gang strike forces.
It’s not clear whether police decisions have been driven by purely professional crime fighting concerns or, as in likely given the city’s culture, political considerations."
Michigan Teachers Rank No. 2 For Salary
Michigan Teachers Rank No. 2 For Salary [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"Michigan ranked seventh nationally based solely on average teacher salary at $63,023, according to the National Education Association. New York led the county at $71,633.
The Mackinac Center for Public Policy used teacher salary averages reported by the NEA in 2009-10, the latest year data was available.
The Center then factored in a state-by-state cost of living index available from political scientists William Berry, Richard Fording and Russell Hanson.
Their index values adjust for cost-of-living in every state from 1960 to 2007.
Another education website had Michigan No. 2 in the country when factoring in cost of living with salaries."
"Michigan ranked seventh nationally based solely on average teacher salary at $63,023, according to the National Education Association. New York led the county at $71,633.
The Mackinac Center for Public Policy used teacher salary averages reported by the NEA in 2009-10, the latest year data was available.
The Center then factored in a state-by-state cost of living index available from political scientists William Berry, Richard Fording and Russell Hanson.
Their index values adjust for cost-of-living in every state from 1960 to 2007.
Another education website had Michigan No. 2 in the country when factoring in cost of living with salaries."
Michigan Supreme Court suspends Wayne County judge
Michigan Supreme Court suspends Wayne County judge - Northern Michigan's News Leader
"The Michigan Supreme Court has suspended a Wayne County judge who's accused of having a relationship with a woman whose child-support case was pending in his court.
A court order issued Friday said Circuit Judge Wade McCree is suspended without pay effective immediately. It says his pay will be held in escrow until disciplinary proceedings are resolved.
The court says the file is sealed and will remain confidential until further order.
The high court reprimanded McCree for misconduct in October.
He has apologized for sending a shirtless photo of himself to a female court employee."
plus this:
A Wayne County judge, facing allegations he impregnated a woman who had an ongoing case in his court, has been suspended without pay.
From The Detroit News http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130208/METRO01/302080420#ixzz2KMpttBIG
"The Michigan Supreme Court has suspended a Wayne County judge who's accused of having a relationship with a woman whose child-support case was pending in his court.
A court order issued Friday said Circuit Judge Wade McCree is suspended without pay effective immediately. It says his pay will be held in escrow until disciplinary proceedings are resolved.
The court says the file is sealed and will remain confidential until further order.
The high court reprimanded McCree for misconduct in October.
He has apologized for sending a shirtless photo of himself to a female court employee."
plus this:
A Wayne County judge, facing allegations he impregnated a woman who had an ongoing case in his court, has been suspended without pay.
From The Detroit News http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130208/METRO01/302080420#ixzz2KMpttBIG
Our Future Will be Hunger Games USA
Our Future Will be Hunger Games USA
"So, if the educated, literate and monied people are all going to be congregating around the “Capital City” and illiteracy (and the eventual poverty it will bring) are to be acceptable alternatives for some of us, then we are well on our way to living out The Hunger Games in all of its blithe vulgarity and hardscrabble pain."
"So, if the educated, literate and monied people are all going to be congregating around the “Capital City” and illiteracy (and the eventual poverty it will bring) are to be acceptable alternatives for some of us, then we are well on our way to living out The Hunger Games in all of its blithe vulgarity and hardscrabble pain."
The Voter Fraud That ‘Never Happens’ Keeps Coming Back Review Online
The Voter Fraud That ‘Never Happens’ Keeps Coming Back - By John Fund - The Corner - National Review Online
"But, of course, as you know there is no voter fraud. Pay no attention to that lightning coming out of Ohio."
"But, of course, as you know there is no voter fraud. Pay no attention to that lightning coming out of Ohio."
No. 6: Michigan - The Top 10 States People Are Fleeing
No. 6: Michigan - The Top 10 States People Are Fleeing - Forbes
"No. 6: Michigan
Percentage of outbound moves in 2012: 57.5%
Number of exits tracked: 3,123"
"No. 6: Michigan
Percentage of outbound moves in 2012: 57.5%
Number of exits tracked: 3,123"
Deer, fishing fees headed for change under Snyder plan
Deer, fishing fees headed for change under Snyder plan | MLive.com
"The cost of shooting a deer in Michigan would double next year, under Gov. Rick Snyder’s proposed 2014 budget"
"The cost of shooting a deer in Michigan would double next year, under Gov. Rick Snyder’s proposed 2014 budget"
Nips and Tucks and Big Budget Cuts
Nips and Tucks and Big Budget Cuts | Mercatus
"On a practical note, the military cuts would have to be defined relative to a baseline, which already specifies spending increases.
So the “cuts” in the sequestration would still lead to higher nominal military spending and roughly flat inflation-adjusted spending across the next 10 years. "
"On a practical note, the military cuts would have to be defined relative to a baseline, which already specifies spending increases.
So the “cuts” in the sequestration would still lead to higher nominal military spending and roughly flat inflation-adjusted spending across the next 10 years. "
Union-owned insurance company puts the financial squeeze on Pontiac taxpayers
Union-owned insurance company puts the financial squeeze on Pontiac taxpayers - EAGnews.org :: Education Research, Reporting, Analysis and Commentary
"An average Pontiac resident with a home assessed at $60,000 would have to pay an additional $360 to $420 in property taxes this year, according to the news report. "
"An average Pontiac resident with a home assessed at $60,000 would have to pay an additional $360 to $420 in property taxes this year, according to the news report. "
Idaho bill would require high-schoolers to read 'Atlas Shrugged'
Idaho bill would require high-schoolers to read 'Atlas Shrugged' | The Daily Caller
"An Idaho state senator has proposed legislation that would require every student in the state to read “Atlas Shrugged,” Ayn’s Rand’s apparently timeless libertarian classic.
Students would also have to pass a test on the book’s contents to graduate from high school, reports The Spokesman-Review."
"An Idaho state senator has proposed legislation that would require every student in the state to read “Atlas Shrugged,” Ayn’s Rand’s apparently timeless libertarian classic.
Students would also have to pass a test on the book’s contents to graduate from high school, reports The Spokesman-Review."
Providence College names 'combating' racism award after slain youth, Trayvon Martin
Providence College names 'combating' racism award after slain youth, Trayvon Martin
"Providence College (PC) has named an award for anti-racist activists after Trayvon Martin, a Florida youth who was shot and killed last year in an incident which embroiled the country in a debate on guns and race.
The Travyon Martin Award for Social Justice will be given to one upperclassmen and one faculty member at the college who have illustrated a commitment to combatting racism and promoting social justice.
According to an email obtained by Campus Reform, the PC Black Studies Program created the Trayvon Martin Award for Social Justice to memorialize all victims of “racism and oppression.”"
"Providence College (PC) has named an award for anti-racist activists after Trayvon Martin, a Florida youth who was shot and killed last year in an incident which embroiled the country in a debate on guns and race.
The Travyon Martin Award for Social Justice will be given to one upperclassmen and one faculty member at the college who have illustrated a commitment to combatting racism and promoting social justice.
According to an email obtained by Campus Reform, the PC Black Studies Program created the Trayvon Martin Award for Social Justice to memorialize all victims of “racism and oppression.”"
California gives up on math
California gives up on math | The Daily Caller
"California will no longer require eighth-graders to take algebra — a move that is line with the Common Core standards being adopted by most states, but that may leave students unprepared for college.
Last month, California formally shifted to the Common Core mathematics standards, which recommend that students delay taking algebra if they aren’t ready for it.
Previously, algebra class was a requirement for all eighth-graders in the state.
The Common Core State Standards Initiative, which is sponsored by the National Governor’s Association, is an effort to unify diverse state education curricula. Forty-five other states and the District of Columbia have signed on so far."
"California will no longer require eighth-graders to take algebra — a move that is line with the Common Core standards being adopted by most states, but that may leave students unprepared for college.
Last month, California formally shifted to the Common Core mathematics standards, which recommend that students delay taking algebra if they aren’t ready for it.
Previously, algebra class was a requirement for all eighth-graders in the state.
The Common Core State Standards Initiative, which is sponsored by the National Governor’s Association, is an effort to unify diverse state education curricula. Forty-five other states and the District of Columbia have signed on so far."
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