The global warming wackos are once again exhibiting their level of understanding of nature. Some of Obama's scientists are considering climate engineering to combat what they call "global warming". They are proposing shooting pollutants into the clouds to block the sun's natural rays from hitting the earth.
Irrespective of this winter's colder than normal temperatures, the cyclical nature of the earth and common sense itself, these radicals obviously believe they can tamper with nature without severe consequences. Do these folks truly believe that, in their relatively short lifetimes, that they can improve on the a system that has thrived for millions of years without their help?
They refuse to acknowledge that cow farts, decay, decomposition and digestion contribute far greater to the earth's toxic gasses than any car or airplane. Attempting to manipulate the weather and creating a very serious problem in response to "global warming", is extremely short-sided at best.
Haven't these guys ever seen Terminator 2?
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Pirate Justice, Finding Souls and Tough Republican Roads
Somali pirates seize control of U.S. ship and continue to hold captain hostage. A U.S. Navy destroyer has been dispatched to the area. Not so good for the pirates.
Ten priests from the University of Notre Dame say that the school "risks its soul" by inviting Obama to speak . I wonder how mad and these folks were over far worst sins committed amongst their bretheren. I hope this isn't the first thing that made these guys angry recently.
Spies and hackers are breaking into our national electrical grid. That doesn't sound too good.
Michael Steele isn't happy that the Republican Party sent 36 people of color to their NATIONAL convention. The road is even tougher than I thought. 36?? Amazing!!
Charges against former Alaskan Senator Ted Stevens have been dropped.
Cop fails drug test and gives most idiotic excuse ever heard.
I wonder how many of these folks still condemn Michael Vick?
I cannot believe it has been 15 years since the death of Kurt Cobain.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
North Korean missiles, Lizard Science and Color-Coded Cars
North Korea plans on testing ballistic missiles next month. We plan on shooting those missiles down. They are threatening to restart their nuclear program if we punish them for this test. I say we simply take out their nuclear facility and remove that option from the table. Either case, this is going to be a good test of the Obama administration's stance on foreign policy.
UN Panel suggests that the world go to single currency in order to stem the affects from the recession. No thank you Mr. NWO.
Republicans are pissed at Georgia Senator Johnny Isakson for promoting legislation that requires children to participate in a "charitable activity". As much as I agree with public service, I oppose government imposed compulsory service. Senator Isakson is a clear example of a "big-government" Republican who is anything but a conservative. Besides that, isn't an army of government-controlled children a little too Nazian for the US?
Some states are looking to impose mandatory drug tests on welfare recipients. Does this apply to the guys at AIG or only those on the lower end of the totem pole. Again, we have more quasi-conservatives who are very willing to use maximum government power; but only when it applies against others.
The Pentagon releases a plan based on salamanders and lizards that will allow soldiers to regrow lost limbs and other body parts. If I was the one that lost a limb, I might feel differently. But, growing human body parts seems a bit creepy.
The state of California continues to provide glowing examples of liberal lunacy. In their battle to combat "global warming", they now ready to outlaw cars with black paint. Causes global warming, you know. Pretty soon, everyone in California will drive white-painted cars that weigh 100 lbs. The car will get 50 mpg, but they'd kill you and your entire family if you hit a stop sign at 15 mph.
UN Panel suggests that the world go to single currency in order to stem the affects from the recession. No thank you Mr. NWO.
Republicans are pissed at Georgia Senator Johnny Isakson for promoting legislation that requires children to participate in a "charitable activity". As much as I agree with public service, I oppose government imposed compulsory service. Senator Isakson is a clear example of a "big-government" Republican who is anything but a conservative. Besides that, isn't an army of government-controlled children a little too Nazian for the US?
Some states are looking to impose mandatory drug tests on welfare recipients. Does this apply to the guys at AIG or only those on the lower end of the totem pole. Again, we have more quasi-conservatives who are very willing to use maximum government power; but only when it applies against others.
The Pentagon releases a plan based on salamanders and lizards that will allow soldiers to regrow lost limbs and other body parts. If I was the one that lost a limb, I might feel differently. But, growing human body parts seems a bit creepy.
The state of California continues to provide glowing examples of liberal lunacy. In their battle to combat "global warming", they now ready to outlaw cars with black paint. Causes global warming, you know. Pretty soon, everyone in California will drive white-painted cars that weigh 100 lbs. The car will get 50 mpg, but they'd kill you and your entire family if you hit a stop sign at 15 mph.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Mexico Imposes Santions on U.S., AIG's Money Grab and a Texan Prison's Animal House
Mexico readies to impose sanctions on American imported products to the tune of $2B. This is almost beyond words. I anxiously await the Administration's response. I'm tired of being a consumer nation and having other countries abuse us for our marketplace.
AIG takes $173B in taxpayer money and promptly pays $165M in bonuses. Please explain to me how this whole thing is not a big money grab. They took the commissions on the front end, the bailout in the middle to cover their losses; now they are grabbing a few extra bucks as they flip taxpayers the bird.
Washington D.C. is in the midst of an serious AIDS epidemic. An estimated 3% of the population is infected.
Alberta weather stations witness record low temperatures for March. I guess that's more proof of global warming. According to Al Gore, we only have about 8.5 years left before we burn.
Feds give notice that they are going after Ruth Madoff's assets. They seek an estimated $70M.
Texas prisoners living it up in their own version of Animal House.
AIG takes $173B in taxpayer money and promptly pays $165M in bonuses. Please explain to me how this whole thing is not a big money grab. They took the commissions on the front end, the bailout in the middle to cover their losses; now they are grabbing a few extra bucks as they flip taxpayers the bird.
Washington D.C. is in the midst of an serious AIDS epidemic. An estimated 3% of the population is infected.
Alberta weather stations witness record low temperatures for March. I guess that's more proof of global warming. According to Al Gore, we only have about 8.5 years left before we burn.
Feds give notice that they are going after Ruth Madoff's assets. They seek an estimated $70M.
Texas prisoners living it up in their own version of Animal House.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Teachers against Standards, Chinese Torture and the Weirdest Mommy/Daddy Story You'll ever See
As most would agree, our educational system is in major need of an overhaul. Most liberals understand the importance of having a good education. They send their own children to the finest private schools in the nation. However when it comes to your children, they talk about the importance of sending them to the local public school. "Strengthen the public schools", they say. However, how can these schools be improved without the willful help of the teachers? Obama promotes merit-based pay for teachers. Of course, teachers unions are strongly against the idea.
The Tibetan people continue to suffer under Chinese rule. When people around the world struggle under tyrancial rule, the United States should at least be a voice against that tyranny. However, our government is impotent when it comes to dealing with China. We've lost our ability to fairly criticize them. They are by far our largest financier. They manufacture almost all of the goods we use in this country. Recently, they've been buying cheap American real estate under the economic downturn. Even when they harrass our ships, we don't do much.
Newt Gingrich criticizes Rush Limbaugh for his comment about wanting Obama to fail. Limbaugh blasts back at Newt and the battle is underway.
Muslim woman in line at the credit union she used for 10 years asked to go leave line. Because of her hijab (head scarf), she was forced to bank in a room in the back.
Female Iron Chef Cat Cora and her "wife" are both pregnant.
The Tibetan people continue to suffer under Chinese rule. When people around the world struggle under tyrancial rule, the United States should at least be a voice against that tyranny. However, our government is impotent when it comes to dealing with China. We've lost our ability to fairly criticize them. They are by far our largest financier. They manufacture almost all of the goods we use in this country. Recently, they've been buying cheap American real estate under the economic downturn. Even when they harrass our ships, we don't do much.
Newt Gingrich criticizes Rush Limbaugh for his comment about wanting Obama to fail. Limbaugh blasts back at Newt and the battle is underway.
Muslim woman in line at the credit union she used for 10 years asked to go leave line. Because of her hijab (head scarf), she was forced to bank in a room in the back.
Female Iron Chef Cat Cora and her "wife" are both pregnant.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Convenient Conservatism, Burris in Chains and the Best Job in the World
Personally, I kinda like Bobby Jindal. I think that he may make a formidable candidate in the '12 Republican primary. He has been one of the foremost criticizers of the President's economic plan. He now says that the plan is "irresponsible". I just wonder where his and other Republican voices were just a few months ago when an almost identical package was passed to bail out the banks? This is my column on the GOP all of the sudden finding value in fiscal restraint.
Meanwhile, Obama's plan to leave Iraq is about to be unveiled.
Fed Chair Ben Bernanke tells the American public to ignore their lying eyes/ears and don't believe that we are about to nationalize our banks.
Roland Burris is milking his fifteen minutes of fame. I think that he's about to chain himself to his office desk. Although he is under enormous pressure to resign his Senate seat, he refuses. I guess he thinks he can keep changing his story depending on who's asking.
This is jive!! 102-year-old woman wins lawsuit in court. Those on the losing side try to wait her out by appealing.
How long are we going to keep messing around with North Korea? ...and Syria?
Strong candidate for Best Job in the World.
Meanwhile, Obama's plan to leave Iraq is about to be unveiled.
Fed Chair Ben Bernanke tells the American public to ignore their lying eyes/ears and don't believe that we are about to nationalize our banks.
Roland Burris is milking his fifteen minutes of fame. I think that he's about to chain himself to his office desk. Although he is under enormous pressure to resign his Senate seat, he refuses. I guess he thinks he can keep changing his story depending on who's asking.
This is jive!! 102-year-old woman wins lawsuit in court. Those on the losing side try to wait her out by appealing.
How long are we going to keep messing around with North Korea? ...and Syria?
Strong candidate for Best Job in the World.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Emulating Chavez, Syrian Olive Branches and the World's Worst Security Guards
It looks like our country is heading toward the European banking model. Even "typically"right wing Republicans are in favor of some sort of nationalization of the poor banks. I just don't understand why the only alternatives are nationalizing the banks or economic depression. Why can't we simply do what we've always done and let them go through the bankruptcy process? Hugo Chavez nationalized his oil industry. We've nationalized our banks. It's just not official yet.
GM and Chrysler are back at the table requesting $22B in taxpayer funds. In the meantime, they will layoff 47,000 workers. I wonder if we are going to nationalize these guys too.
Yeah, and for those that don't see a problem with the growing size of government, try this one on for size.
Okay, who is really surprised that Roland Burris lied about how he attained his Illinois Senate seat? When he said that he didn't talk to anyone close or related to former Gov. Blagojevich, he didn't know that his brother was included. Yeah, okay.....and the fundraising for Blago? Mere coincidence.
Syrian President Assad extends olive branch to America. In regards to leadership he said "there is no substitute for the United States." Agreed. Now, cut off all military ties to Hizbollah and Hamas and maybe we can meet you half-way.
Obama does his own version of a "surge" in Afghanistan. Hopefully, we'll send a portion of those 17,000 troops to find Omar, bin Laden and Al-Zawahiri while they're up there.
When Mitt Romney has to sell two of his four mansions, you know it has been a bad day on Wall Street.
U.N. announces that five tons of bombs have been stolen in Gaza. By coincidence, they were being guarded by Hamas.
Strippers arrested for being strippers, thanks to a "new law" signed by Gov. Jeb Bush. Charges include soliciting a drink.
GM and Chrysler are back at the table requesting $22B in taxpayer funds. In the meantime, they will layoff 47,000 workers. I wonder if we are going to nationalize these guys too.
Yeah, and for those that don't see a problem with the growing size of government, try this one on for size.
Okay, who is really surprised that Roland Burris lied about how he attained his Illinois Senate seat? When he said that he didn't talk to anyone close or related to former Gov. Blagojevich, he didn't know that his brother was included. Yeah, okay.....and the fundraising for Blago? Mere coincidence.
Syrian President Assad extends olive branch to America. In regards to leadership he said "there is no substitute for the United States." Agreed. Now, cut off all military ties to Hizbollah and Hamas and maybe we can meet you half-way.
Obama does his own version of a "surge" in Afghanistan. Hopefully, we'll send a portion of those 17,000 troops to find Omar, bin Laden and Al-Zawahiri while they're up there.
When Mitt Romney has to sell two of his four mansions, you know it has been a bad day on Wall Street.
U.N. announces that five tons of bombs have been stolen in Gaza. By coincidence, they were being guarded by Hamas.
Strippers arrested for being strippers, thanks to a "new law" signed by Gov. Jeb Bush. Charges include soliciting a drink.
Monday, February 16, 2009
The Era of Big Government
Ladies and gentlemen, the era of big government is here. Tomorrow, President Obama will sign the $787B stimulus package into law. This will supplant the previous $700B bank bailout as the largest piece of legislation passed in our country. All over the country, quasi-conservative Republicans are foaming-at-the-mouth angry about the size of the package. However, when the money was going to the banks just a few months ago, they were as quiet as a field mouse. When GWB grew the size of government to stratospheric levels, they hid their heads in the sand. Now, they choose to be outraged over the growth? Yeah okay.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham is in favor of nationalizing the banking system.
The State of California once again proves that big government socialism does not work. As Margaret Thatcher once said, "Eventually, you run out of other peoples' money." As the state faces a $42B shortfall, I think that ol' Terminator himself would agree.
Hugo Chavez just won a victory that eliminates term-limits and effectively makes him dictator for life.
Facebook determines once you sign up, they own the rights to everything you post indefinitely, even if you close your account.
Okay, I'll change it up a bit from our country's metamorphosis to some things that are a bit more American.
Michael Phelps will not face charges for his infamous bong photo.
Airline crew caught with 5 kilos of cocaine in their baggage.
Fake "evil twin" defense isn't a viable criminal defense strategy.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham is in favor of nationalizing the banking system.
The State of California once again proves that big government socialism does not work. As Margaret Thatcher once said, "Eventually, you run out of other peoples' money." As the state faces a $42B shortfall, I think that ol' Terminator himself would agree.
Hugo Chavez just won a victory that eliminates term-limits and effectively makes him dictator for life.
Facebook determines once you sign up, they own the rights to everything you post indefinitely, even if you close your account.
Okay, I'll change it up a bit from our country's metamorphosis to some things that are a bit more American.
Michael Phelps will not face charges for his infamous bong photo.
Airline crew caught with 5 kilos of cocaine in their baggage.
Fake "evil twin" defense isn't a viable criminal defense strategy.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Bi-partisan stimulus, Half-Empty Darwinists and Proud Women Drivers
Heath Shuler, the Tennessee great, turned NFL bust, turned U.S. Congressman had strong words against the Democratic Congressional leadership on the stimulus bill. According to the Congressman, Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid failed to unite the country on a bi-partisan bill. Given the fact that they added all sorts of "non-stimulus" spending, I'd have to agree with him. This bill should be 100% stimulus.
All-star baseball player, Alex Rodriguez admits to using performing-enhancing drugs in 2003, his MVP season. Now, by no means do I condone or agree with using steroids. But, I do not believe that sports is any of the government's business.
Darwinists in favor of a secular society, put up a billboard suggesting that people "Evolve beyond Belief". This is after they ran Ben Stein away from the University of Vermont. I can blast this up in multiple pieces on various levels. Suffice it to say, there are two type of people. Some say "If I can see it, I will believe it." Others say, "If you believe it, you see it." Choose wisely.
Joint Chiefs Chairman Mike Mullen says that we won't need more than 30,000 troops to accomplish the mission in Afghanistan. I wonder how many of those will go to find Osama bin Laden, Mullah Omar and Ayman Al-Zawahiri? Until we get those out of the picture, capturing and killing the pawns will remedy nothing.
Saudi princess says she is ready to defy her country's ban on women drivers and take the wheel herself. They say that driving is too much of a "sinful temptation" for women to handle. Good for her!! Keep on driving sister until you ladies are voting and have equal rights.
All-star baseball player, Alex Rodriguez admits to using performing-enhancing drugs in 2003, his MVP season. Now, by no means do I condone or agree with using steroids. But, I do not believe that sports is any of the government's business.
Darwinists in favor of a secular society, put up a billboard suggesting that people "Evolve beyond Belief". This is after they ran Ben Stein away from the University of Vermont. I can blast this up in multiple pieces on various levels. Suffice it to say, there are two type of people. Some say "If I can see it, I will believe it." Others say, "If you believe it, you see it." Choose wisely.
Joint Chiefs Chairman Mike Mullen says that we won't need more than 30,000 troops to accomplish the mission in Afghanistan. I wonder how many of those will go to find Osama bin Laden, Mullah Omar and Ayman Al-Zawahiri? Until we get those out of the picture, capturing and killing the pawns will remedy nothing.
Saudi princess says she is ready to defy her country's ban on women drivers and take the wheel herself. They say that driving is too much of a "sinful temptation" for women to handle. Good for her!! Keep on driving sister until you ladies are voting and have equal rights.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Our Country in Turmoil
Please somebody explain to me how the federal government can tell private companies how much they can pay their executives. Oh, they aren't really private anymore? I guess $350B of taxpayer money can do that to you.
I guess when Obama said that buying American is only "common sense", it didn't go over very well in Canada and Europe.
After launching their first satellite into space, Iran says that the United States must get used to their "civilian" nuclear program. Yeah okay. How about you guys getting used to being target practice? Looks like we're going to "talk" first. Let me know how that works out.
As if the price of the so-called "stimulus" package wasn't large enough already, lobbyists want their turn at adding in a few goodies of their own.
Eric Holder promises to be a nice boy and not to go on any "witch hunts" over any Wall Street crimes. Given the state of our economy and the massive fraud on multiple levels, he must have lost either his mind or his courage.
I guess when Obama said that buying American is only "common sense", it didn't go over very well in Canada and Europe.
After launching their first satellite into space, Iran says that the United States must get used to their "civilian" nuclear program. Yeah okay. How about you guys getting used to being target practice? Looks like we're going to "talk" first. Let me know how that works out.
As if the price of the so-called "stimulus" package wasn't large enough already, lobbyists want their turn at adding in a few goodies of their own.
Eric Holder promises to be a nice boy and not to go on any "witch hunts" over any Wall Street crimes. Given the state of our economy and the massive fraud on multiple levels, he must have lost either his mind or his courage.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Finding Conservatism a Few Years too Late
Mitch McConnell seems like he is starting to get it. Too bad his enlightenment came about two election cycles late for Republicans. He says that Republicans need to clarify their message and explain their core values. Hmmmm.....such a novel idea in politics.
Please allow your boy time to gloat. I knew this was going to happen. I called it a four years ago and it made Townhall.com stop taking my columns. Everyone just couldn't understand why I was being critical when Bush's approval ratings were still high and it looked like we'd be in power for many years to come.
I guess they were slightly mistaken.
After getting trounced by Democrats and losing control of both houses of Congress and the White House, today's GOP is attempting to find their soul and elect new leadership in order to bring former Republicans back while gathering some new votes.
I still don't think that they understand. They only find their conservatism when somebody else is in line to benefit. They were quiet when the Republican Congress was spending to levels that would make Bill Clinton blush. They were quiet while the previous administration pillaged our Constitution and consolidated more executive power than any other in American history. Most recently, they were quiet as Americans forked over $700B that eventually was stolen by people on their side of the fence.
This "Big Brother, as long as it's my brother" attitude has caught up with them. The principled party that I gravitated to has become a "me and mine" party that is okay with big government as long as it's Republicans who are imposing it.
Maybe one day they'll get it.
Please allow your boy time to gloat. I knew this was going to happen. I called it a four years ago and it made Townhall.com stop taking my columns. Everyone just couldn't understand why I was being critical when Bush's approval ratings were still high and it looked like we'd be in power for many years to come.
I guess they were slightly mistaken.
After getting trounced by Democrats and losing control of both houses of Congress and the White House, today's GOP is attempting to find their soul and elect new leadership in order to bring former Republicans back while gathering some new votes.
I still don't think that they understand. They only find their conservatism when somebody else is in line to benefit. They were quiet when the Republican Congress was spending to levels that would make Bill Clinton blush. They were quiet while the previous administration pillaged our Constitution and consolidated more executive power than any other in American history. Most recently, they were quiet as Americans forked over $700B that eventually was stolen by people on their side of the fence.
This "Big Brother, as long as it's my brother" attitude has caught up with them. The principled party that I gravitated to has become a "me and mine" party that is okay with big government as long as it's Republicans who are imposing it.
Maybe one day they'll get it.
Monday, January 26, 2009
GOP Needs to Erase Republicanism in Favor of Conservatism
Although I'm no longer a Republican, I still have wishes that they'd return to the party that made me join in the first place. When I came to the Republican Party, I found a nice mix of folks from various backgrounds that bonded over the conservative principle of limited government influence in our daily lives.
What I find today is a party that is more united over skin color and religion than any political ideology. I find that today's Republicans don't really care about the expansion of government as long as they are the ones to benefit. They'll go back to conservatism if they don't see themselves or their cronies benefitting from the government intrusion. This is what I call Republicanism and it's a far cry from conservatism.
This leads me to a column from newmajority.com. I also believe that Michael Steele should be chosen to lead the RNC. Of course, there are things that I disagree with him on. But, I think that he can be an obvious choice to take the party from a bunch of flag carriers to a party that is representative of the vast conservative nature of our country.
Monarchy Denied!!!!
Poor Princess Caroline! The Kennedy dynasty's choice will not get the chance to be annointed successor to Hillary Clinton's vacant Senate seat. Those Americans in favor of political monarchies are furious. She's the first, now "non-political" figure that has made Sarah Palin look seasoned and experienced. Kudos to Gov. Patterson for not giving in to the obvious political pressure.
Instead, he selects a NY Congresswoman that is in favor of gun rights and enforcing our immigration policy. Even better!!!
Caroline Kennedy needs to earn her Senate seat. This is not 15th century Whales, okay? We are not a monarchy.
Instead, he selects a NY Congresswoman that is in favor of gun rights and enforcing our immigration policy. Even better!!!
Caroline Kennedy needs to earn her Senate seat. This is not 15th century Whales, okay? We are not a monarchy.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Israel's "Mission Accomplished" Moment
Am I the only guy that can figure this thing out? The last of the Israeli troops left Gaza today. Although the Israelis are saying that the recent war was a complete success with all goals accomplished, the leaders of Hamas would strongly disagree. In fact, Hamas is also claiming victory in the war. Given the fact that they're still around, still control the Gaza Strip, still have considerable stockpiles of rockets that they are still using, still have the ability to utilize tunnels, it's questionable who the true victor is.
About 1,300 Palestinians have died in the battle compared to only 13 Israelis. However, I don't believe that this ever was a traditional war where success can be measured by the amount of corpses in the streets. Just like our former President used to say, this is more of a battle of hearts and minds than rockets and tanks.
This looks like a sad repeat to the Lebanon battle of 2006 when the leaders of Hizbollah gained immense notoriety, and even aid from Russia, after their war with Israel.
It's going to be tough on whoever wins the Israeli election when those guys start doing their mischief again. You cannot say you've had full success when these guys are still floating around. How is that possible?
Obviously, Hamas has to go. Ditto for Hizbollah and the others. It can be done, just not in this fashion. Will clarify shortly.
About 1,300 Palestinians have died in the battle compared to only 13 Israelis. However, I don't believe that this ever was a traditional war where success can be measured by the amount of corpses in the streets. Just like our former President used to say, this is more of a battle of hearts and minds than rockets and tanks.
This looks like a sad repeat to the Lebanon battle of 2006 when the leaders of Hizbollah gained immense notoriety, and even aid from Russia, after their war with Israel.
It's going to be tough on whoever wins the Israeli election when those guys start doing their mischief again. You cannot say you've had full success when these guys are still floating around. How is that possible?
Obviously, Hamas has to go. Ditto for Hizbollah and the others. It can be done, just not in this fashion. Will clarify shortly.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
History is Made Today in our Country
Today, our nation will inaugurate it's first African-American President. It is very difficult to overstate the gravity of this feat.
I'm extremely proud of our country. Barack Obama's election articulates how far our country has come in only a few years. Just a generation ago, blacks could not vote in many states across our union. Only a few decades ago, blacks couldn't eat drink from the same fountains, eat in the same restaurants or sleep in the same hotels. Many blacks that personally experienced these difficult times never believed they'd witness such an event in their lifetime.
Today marks a radical change in the political landscape of today. Although it is evident that racism and bigotry still exist in this country, it is also clear that we've escaped the paralyzing grip that they once had on our country. Barack's election proves that our country's children can accomplish whatever their minds desire, if they have faith and are willing to work towards their vision. Even against the greatest odds, they can overcome whatever obstacles and achieve any goal their minds can perceive.
Today we should all gather our children, boys and girls, look them in the eye and let them know: Yes, you CAN become President of the United States.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Allowing Murderers Free Reign
As much as the Bush Administration wants to name Khalid Sheik Mohammad as the 9/11 mastermind, we all know it was really Osama bin Laden. However, since they've been completely unable or unwilling to capture bin Laden, it's more convenient to blame somebody we have in custody.
Now, Osama bin Laden is out there making more tapes and trying to rally his partners in Al-Queda to attack America and our international interests. Haven't we heard this before?
I don't understand why more emphasis isn't placed on capturing this guy. We had opportunities to kill him in the past, but we decided against it. You'll hear people say that bin Laden has been minimized. I disagree vehemently. Until we get rid of him, al-Zawahiri and Mullah Omar, we cannot pretend that we're winning the War on Terror. These guys are very patient. They'll simply wait us out and return later in an attempt to kill/hurt Americans.
I don't understand why more emphasis isn't placed on capturing this guy. We had opportunities to kill him in the past, but we decided against it. You'll hear people say that bin Laden has been minimized. I disagree vehemently. Until we get rid of him, al-Zawahiri and Mullah Omar, we cannot pretend that we're winning the War on Terror. These guys are very patient. They'll simply wait us out and return later in an attempt to kill/hurt Americans.
It's amazing that nobody sees the urgency in capturing these guys.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Foreign Puppeteers, Virgin Mary Detectives and Private School Hypocrisy
Egypt pressures Hamas to accept truce with Israel. They say that too many people have died because of the recent war in Gaza. However, Hamas refuses to budge until Israel leaves the Gaza Strip. Surely, Hamas doesn't care about civilian casualties. They can do this forever. Hypothetically speaking, say Israel leaves tomorrow and Hamas is still around. How long before more rockets are launched back into Israel? Days? Weeks? How long before Israel goes back in? Any peace gained through this method would be temporary at best. Guerilla warfare with thousands of casualities isn't the solution either. More on this topic in a future column.
Meanwhile, the propaganda war continues.
As the United Nations neared a vote on a ceasefire plan orchestrated by Condi Rice, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert gets pissed at the language. According to a recent speech, he told his assistants "Get President Bush on the phone!". His assistants tell Olmert that Bush was in the middle of a speech in Philadelphia. Olmert says "I don't care. I need to talk to him now!" Bush got off of the podium and took the call. Bush immediately called Condi Rice and told her not to vote on the bill that she planned, coordinated and lobbied for; leaving her very embarrassed according to Olmert. Can someone explain to me why a foreign country is calling our shots? This is complete BS!!! Talk about puppets and puppeteers!!! However, it looks like it may change under an Obama administration. UPDATE: Condi Rice says that she was going to abstain all along. Okay. Say that's true. Olmert still called Bush and got him off of the stage in Philly. Bush still called Condi in an attempt to have her modify her vote. Again, I say this is horse squeeze.
Barack's Education Secretary tackles the No Child Left Behind act. Liberals always scream against vouchers for parents trapped in failing schools. However, as soon as they can afford to, they send their kids to private school. Why they don't use their own kids to "strengthen the public schools"? I guess their own kids' education is too important to roll the dice.
North Korea is determined to continue their nuclear program. Now, that's a surprise.
For those who continue to see the Virgin Mary in toast, cereal, clouds, salsa, open wounds etc., the Vatican wants you to be quiet until they can send their detectives to verify that it's actually the Virgin Mary. Hey, I'll save them some and say NO, that ain't her!! If you see the Virgin Mary in your oatmeal, you need to lay off of the shrooms.
Barack Obama appears to be in a hurry to remove several executive orders enacted by the previous administration.
Speaking of Obama, black men have become increasingly inspired by Obama's presidency.
Meanwhile, the propaganda war continues.
As the United Nations neared a vote on a ceasefire plan orchestrated by Condi Rice, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert gets pissed at the language. According to a recent speech, he told his assistants "Get President Bush on the phone!". His assistants tell Olmert that Bush was in the middle of a speech in Philadelphia. Olmert says "I don't care. I need to talk to him now!" Bush got off of the podium and took the call. Bush immediately called Condi Rice and told her not to vote on the bill that she planned, coordinated and lobbied for; leaving her very embarrassed according to Olmert. Can someone explain to me why a foreign country is calling our shots? This is complete BS!!! Talk about puppets and puppeteers!!! However, it looks like it may change under an Obama administration. UPDATE: Condi Rice says that she was going to abstain all along. Okay. Say that's true. Olmert still called Bush and got him off of the stage in Philly. Bush still called Condi in an attempt to have her modify her vote. Again, I say this is horse squeeze.
Barack's Education Secretary tackles the No Child Left Behind act. Liberals always scream against vouchers for parents trapped in failing schools. However, as soon as they can afford to, they send their kids to private school. Why they don't use their own kids to "strengthen the public schools"? I guess their own kids' education is too important to roll the dice.
North Korea is determined to continue their nuclear program. Now, that's a surprise.
For those who continue to see the Virgin Mary in toast, cereal, clouds, salsa, open wounds etc., the Vatican wants you to be quiet until they can send their detectives to verify that it's actually the Virgin Mary. Hey, I'll save them some and say NO, that ain't her!! If you see the Virgin Mary in your oatmeal, you need to lay off of the shrooms.
Barack Obama appears to be in a hurry to remove several executive orders enacted by the previous administration.
Speaking of Obama, black men have become increasingly inspired by Obama's presidency.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Voting on Apartheid, Shiny Closed Bathrooms and the Mad Dash out of California
Israel bans Israeli Arabs from participating in the upcoming elections. It's funny how political rights for their citizens can be easily removed. Out of roughly 7 million Israelis, about 20% of them are Arabs. Since Israeli Arabs have a much higher birth rate then their Jewish counterparts, there are two ways to ensure Israel keeps its Jewish nature. One ways is to allow for a Palestinian state. The other way is to take a South African approach and simply deny rights to Arab citizens. Unfortunately, it looks like they are taking the latter approach. This is a perfect reason why a Palestinian state is necessary. 21st century, first-world countries cannot have enduring apartheid type policies. Something has to give.
Ponzi financier Bernie Madoff avoids jail while awaiting trial for the $50B he ripped off from investors including his own sister. Although he tried to hide his assets by mailing a million dollars worth of jewerly and another $174M in personal checks, the judge decided that it was cool for him to be assigned to his $7M condo.
Senate Democrats will finally seat Roland Burris. this week.
After spending $500,000 to remodel the bathrooms, MARTA decides to close the bathrooms to save money. Only government can be that inefficient.
Businesses are running out of California. Couldn't be because of their high taxes, could it?
It looks like it will be tough for Obama to close Gitmo even within the first 100 days of his presidency. What will happen to the people being held there is anybody's guess.
Ponzi financier Bernie Madoff avoids jail while awaiting trial for the $50B he ripped off from investors including his own sister. Although he tried to hide his assets by mailing a million dollars worth of jewerly and another $174M in personal checks, the judge decided that it was cool for him to be assigned to his $7M condo.
Senate Democrats will finally seat Roland Burris. this week.
After spending $500,000 to remodel the bathrooms, MARTA decides to close the bathrooms to save money. Only government can be that inefficient.
Businesses are running out of California. Couldn't be because of their high taxes, could it?
It looks like it will be tough for Obama to close Gitmo even within the first 100 days of his presidency. What will happen to the people being held there is anybody's guess.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Unlucky Pirates, Bush's Bad Timing and Terrible Friends at the FCC
Although the Bush Administration has bungled the War on Terror, I believe they have have done a very good job combating AIDS in Africa. Africans have been very appreciative of Bush's efforts and pray Obama will be as diligent.
This is hilarious. Global warming wackos are now targeting Google. You also now you have scientists forecasting another ice age. These folks' idiocy never ceases to amaze me. An average temperature is just that; average. Sometimes it's warmer than normal. Other times it's colder. It's as natural as...SEASONS!!! They never consider the Earth's natural cycles. I also wonder why they never consider the sun's activity. Now, that's a novel idea!!
Good and bad news for the Somali pirates. The good news: they were paid a handsome $3 million ransom for the return of the ship and its crew. The bad news? They didn't live long enough to spend it.
Apparently Bush vetoed the Israeli's request to bomb Iran, I guess he gave them this war instead. Now it's being reported that we're looking for a contractor to deliver American weaponry to Israel. However, the Pentagon says it is not related to Gaza. I guess it's just bad timing.
Proof that red light cameras are only there to generate income for the local government.
FCC chairman Kevin Martin says delaying the digital change mandate would not benefit consumers because it would "confuse them". Hey Kevin, stop worrying about us. Americans don't need friends like you. Look, I personally don't need a converter box. But, there are plenty of Americans that didn't have satellite or cable that are being forced to because of this obvious gift to the satellite and cable companies.
This is hilarious. Global warming wackos are now targeting Google. You also now you have scientists forecasting another ice age. These folks' idiocy never ceases to amaze me. An average temperature is just that; average. Sometimes it's warmer than normal. Other times it's colder. It's as natural as...SEASONS!!! They never consider the Earth's natural cycles. I also wonder why they never consider the sun's activity. Now, that's a novel idea!!
Good and bad news for the Somali pirates. The good news: they were paid a handsome $3 million ransom for the return of the ship and its crew. The bad news? They didn't live long enough to spend it.
Apparently Bush vetoed the Israeli's request to bomb Iran, I guess he gave them this war instead. Now it's being reported that we're looking for a contractor to deliver American weaponry to Israel. However, the Pentagon says it is not related to Gaza. I guess it's just bad timing.
Proof that red light cameras are only there to generate income for the local government.
FCC chairman Kevin Martin says delaying the digital change mandate would not benefit consumers because it would "confuse them". Hey Kevin, stop worrying about us. Americans don't need friends like you. Look, I personally don't need a converter box. But, there are plenty of Americans that didn't have satellite or cable that are being forced to because of this obvious gift to the satellite and cable companies.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Diamonds in the Mail, Overpriced Coffee Makers and Hungry Prisoners
Peter Berkowitz believes that conservatives should rally around the constitution in order to regain their position in US politics. It's strange that these "so-called" conservatives never considered this principle while they were raising the size of government to record levels over the past eight years. Other Republicans have even justified it. I guess it was convenient for to abuse the constitution while they were in power. Hopefully, things have changed.
Is it possible to be pro-peace, pro-Israel and pro-Palestine at the same time? I say YES!!!! That's because I'm a walking, living, breathing example of that idea.
Corrupt investor Bernie Madoff knows he's going to spend a good number of years in jail or be forced to pay restitution to some of the people he bilked out of their life savings. So, he decides to be proactive and give away his diamonds and other jewerly to his friends and family. Cops also found $173M in personal checks that he planned to distribute to them. Those money grubbing folks who lost all of their money aren't getting their hands on his assets.
The state of our educational system is in shambles. In Chicago, taxpayers are on the hook for $67,000 in order to purchase 30 cappuchino machines. Meanwhile in Detroit, their schools are running out of enough light bulbs and toilet paper to operate.
Judge locks Alabama sheriff in his own jail for almost starving his inmates. According to the Alabama law, he was able to keep all of the money he didn't spend out of the allotted food budget.
Sarah Palin is no fan of Keith Olbermann, Tina Fey and Katie Couric. Surprise, surprise. However, she does raise some interesting points.
Is it possible to be pro-peace, pro-Israel and pro-Palestine at the same time? I say YES!!!! That's because I'm a walking, living, breathing example of that idea.
Corrupt investor Bernie Madoff knows he's going to spend a good number of years in jail or be forced to pay restitution to some of the people he bilked out of their life savings. So, he decides to be proactive and give away his diamonds and other jewerly to his friends and family. Cops also found $173M in personal checks that he planned to distribute to them. Those money grubbing folks who lost all of their money aren't getting their hands on his assets.
The state of our educational system is in shambles. In Chicago, taxpayers are on the hook for $67,000 in order to purchase 30 cappuchino machines. Meanwhile in Detroit, their schools are running out of enough light bulbs and toilet paper to operate.
Judge locks Alabama sheriff in his own jail for almost starving his inmates. According to the Alabama law, he was able to keep all of the money he didn't spend out of the allotted food budget.
Sarah Palin is no fan of Keith Olbermann, Tina Fey and Katie Couric. Surprise, surprise. However, she does raise some interesting points.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Rule of Law, Crying Senators and downplaying Terrorist Masterminds
It looks like the constitution and the rule of law get a rare victory in the U.S. Congress. Roland Burris will be seated in the Senate. As much as the Senate Democrats tried to block his appointment, they didn't have the law on their side. Although the Illinois Governor is obviously corrupt, the appoint was just as obviously legal. Ol' Blago the auctioneer is probably laughing it up. Well, that's until his indictment comes.
Obama names watchdog that he'll use to monitor and control federal spending. Yeah, she'll be very proactive. She'll be like that SEC enforcement guy in the movie Boiler Room. I'm sure she'll start the day after Obama's $800 billion dollar stimulus bill is enacted.
As our State Department announces that bin Laden and Al-Queda has been rendered impotent, Al-Queda's #2 is blaming Barack Obama for the war in Gaza. I'm sure it's convenient for them to say that in order to protect their legacy. But, the reality of the situation is that these guys can still plan, organize and distribute their message. As long as they are walking around freely, they are a threat.
Florida's GOP Chair Jim Greer is set to endorse Michael Steele for the RNC Chair position. That's good news. But, he still has a long way to go.
Diane Feinstein has her poor little feelings hurt that she wasn't consulted on the Leon Panetta pick for CIA Chief. Pobrecita!!!!!
Former Atlanta Falcon Bob Whitfield's gold-digging ex-wife is whining that she cannot continue to live her lifestyle on a measly $113k per year. Time to get a day job cutie.
Hillary Clinton is expected to breeze through confirmation.
Obama names watchdog that he'll use to monitor and control federal spending. Yeah, she'll be very proactive. She'll be like that SEC enforcement guy in the movie Boiler Room. I'm sure she'll start the day after Obama's $800 billion dollar stimulus bill is enacted.
As our State Department announces that bin Laden and Al-Queda has been rendered impotent, Al-Queda's #2 is blaming Barack Obama for the war in Gaza. I'm sure it's convenient for them to say that in order to protect their legacy. But, the reality of the situation is that these guys can still plan, organize and distribute their message. As long as they are walking around freely, they are a threat.
Florida's GOP Chair Jim Greer is set to endorse Michael Steele for the RNC Chair position. That's good news. But, he still has a long way to go.
Diane Feinstein has her poor little feelings hurt that she wasn't consulted on the Leon Panetta pick for CIA Chief. Pobrecita!!!!!
Former Atlanta Falcon Bob Whitfield's gold-digging ex-wife is whining that she cannot continue to live her lifestyle on a measly $113k per year. Time to get a day job cutie.
Hillary Clinton is expected to breeze through confirmation.
Gaza Update
There are conflicting reports out of Gaza now. Some folks are reporting that a ceasefire is near. Egypt and France have a proposal that is being cautiously reviewed. However, the Israeli Security Cabinet just authorized the continuing of the operation.
The death count now nears 700. But, the rocket fire is at its highest point since the war started. What gives? If the mission has been as successful as we're being told, why haven't they stopped the rockets that has been the subject of the entire mess?
Even if this particular mission stops sometime in the near future, the peace won't last. Any peace that comes from this will be temporary at best. Real solutions are necessary to fix this problem.
Hamas needs to be surgically removed. They are no partner to peace and will be an obstacle to any true arrangements of peace. However, killing 70 civilians while targeting 5 militants won't win many friends or credibility.
The death count now nears 700. But, the rocket fire is at its highest point since the war started. What gives? If the mission has been as successful as we're being told, why haven't they stopped the rockets that has been the subject of the entire mess?
Even if this particular mission stops sometime in the near future, the peace won't last. Any peace that comes from this will be temporary at best. Real solutions are necessary to fix this problem.
Hamas needs to be surgically removed. They are no partner to peace and will be an obstacle to any true arrangements of peace. However, killing 70 civilians while targeting 5 militants won't win many friends or credibility.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Today's Tidbits
The ground war in Gaza continues. Israeli troops have dissected the city. It's going to be a long one with many additional casualties. Meanwhile at the United Nations, the US has blocked a statement calling for an immediate ceasefire. However, the rest of the world is either protesting or seeking clarification on the mission. That appears to be a fair question. Although the death toll nears 500, the mission has failed to decrease the rocket fire.
Bill Richardson has withdrew his name from consideration to become the next Commerce Secretary.
American Muslim family gets kicked off an AirTran flight for asking which seats are safest. AirTran has since apologized and reimbursed the family for the additional expenses they incurred.
The Obama administration is getting their new economic stimulus package together. It appears that it will be ready by early February and will could cost as much as a trillion dollars. Spending in this country is at an all-time high. It's a disgrace that a Republican administration jump started this new "shopping-spree" mentality where we casually spend hundreds of billions of dollars with very few questions.
Teaching moderate Islam on Arab television.
Now the anti-smoking nazis are targeting third hand smoke. Gimme a break.
Female suicide bomber kills 38 people in Baghdad.
I can understand a person being a pet lover. But, c'mon. Jumping into a frozen pond to save your dog? What makes it worse is the dog escapes while she drowns.
Bill Richardson has withdrew his name from consideration to become the next Commerce Secretary.
American Muslim family gets kicked off an AirTran flight for asking which seats are safest. AirTran has since apologized and reimbursed the family for the additional expenses they incurred.
The Obama administration is getting their new economic stimulus package together. It appears that it will be ready by early February and will could cost as much as a trillion dollars. Spending in this country is at an all-time high. It's a disgrace that a Republican administration jump started this new "shopping-spree" mentality where we casually spend hundreds of billions of dollars with very few questions.
Teaching moderate Islam on Arab television.
Now the anti-smoking nazis are targeting third hand smoke. Gimme a break.
Female suicide bomber kills 38 people in Baghdad.
I can understand a person being a pet lover. But, c'mon. Jumping into a frozen pond to save your dog? What makes it worse is the dog escapes while she drowns.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Tensions escalate in Gaza
Today, Israeli ground troops invaded Gaza. After a week of bombing operations, several mosques destroyed and over 460 dead, the operation has been escalated. I believe this whole thing is a shame that will only make things tougher for the United States.
Although the Israelis say their target is Hamas and to prevent rocket fire, the rockets continue. That's because it's virtually impossible to prevent guerrilla attacks in traditional warfare. Therefore, we can look forward to a long operation with many additional casualties, few results and increased tensions.
The whole thing over there is a mess that cannot be solved through military force. Say a Hamas operative sends off a rocket and kills an innocent Israeli. Then Israel blows up an entire neighborhood looking for that operative, they may be successful in killing that operative. But, you've also gained more enemies.
It's a never-ending cycle that will continue until somebody changes their thinking. It's silly to believe that Israel can gain peace with Hamas while Hamas their militant arm seeks the destruction of Israel, intimidates their civilians through rocket fire, while not even recognizing their right to live in peace. That's not a true partner to peace.
It's naive for Israel to believe they can gain peace in the Palestinian territories by enforcing their own little version of apartheid. Banning foreign journalists and preventing humanitarian aid only works to their detriment.
Somebody needs to show true leadership in order to really establish peace.
Although the Israelis say their target is Hamas and to prevent rocket fire, the rockets continue. That's because it's virtually impossible to prevent guerrilla attacks in traditional warfare. Therefore, we can look forward to a long operation with many additional casualties, few results and increased tensions.
The whole thing over there is a mess that cannot be solved through military force. Say a Hamas operative sends off a rocket and kills an innocent Israeli. Then Israel blows up an entire neighborhood looking for that operative, they may be successful in killing that operative. But, you've also gained more enemies.
It's a never-ending cycle that will continue until somebody changes their thinking. It's silly to believe that Israel can gain peace with Hamas while Hamas their militant arm seeks the destruction of Israel, intimidates their civilians through rocket fire, while not even recognizing their right to live in peace. That's not a true partner to peace.
It's naive for Israel to believe they can gain peace in the Palestinian territories by enforcing their own little version of apartheid. Banning foreign journalists and preventing humanitarian aid only works to their detriment.
Somebody needs to show true leadership in order to really establish peace.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
The GOP Painting itself into a Corner
Rush Limbaugh's "Barack the Magic Negro" song apparently has made it's way to the RNC. Chip Saltsman, who is running for the Chairman position of the RNC, distributed Rush's parody CD.
Some members of the GOP have announced their displeasure of this CD. However, more and more Republicans are coming to ol' Chip's defense. This includes former Ohio Lt. Governor Ken Blackwell. Now, they are saying that distributing this material has actually helped Saltman's bid to become GOP Chair.
Honestly, this does not surprise me. Today's Republican Party has no clue. Not only does the CD poke fun at Obama and white/black race relations, but it also makes fun of Hispanics with their take on "Spanglish". The Republican Party is isolating themselves further and further but doesn't seem to know it. Instead of taking measures to unite conservatives and bring more people to the party that may share their beliefs, these guys have chosen to attempt to keep the party as "white-bread" as possible by shunning those who could possibly gravitate to a positive message.
The promoters of the CD say that it's only designed to poke fun at liberals. But, since when did being black or Hispanic make one a liberal? Do these guys not understand this? Why not make fun at liberal policy, instead of collectively making fun of blacks and Hispanics because you "think" all of them are liberals.
It's a shame. Of course, I used to be a Republican. The conservative principles that brought me to the party has apparently become less important to these folks than maintaining a WASP identity. In the meantime, our country just elected it's first black President and is becoming more and more diverse.
The GOP is painting itself into a corner and doesn't even know it.
Some members of the GOP have announced their displeasure of this CD. However, more and more Republicans are coming to ol' Chip's defense. This includes former Ohio Lt. Governor Ken Blackwell. Now, they are saying that distributing this material has actually helped Saltman's bid to become GOP Chair.
Honestly, this does not surprise me. Today's Republican Party has no clue. Not only does the CD poke fun at Obama and white/black race relations, but it also makes fun of Hispanics with their take on "Spanglish". The Republican Party is isolating themselves further and further but doesn't seem to know it. Instead of taking measures to unite conservatives and bring more people to the party that may share their beliefs, these guys have chosen to attempt to keep the party as "white-bread" as possible by shunning those who could possibly gravitate to a positive message.
The promoters of the CD say that it's only designed to poke fun at liberals. But, since when did being black or Hispanic make one a liberal? Do these guys not understand this? Why not make fun at liberal policy, instead of collectively making fun of blacks and Hispanics because you "think" all of them are liberals.
It's a shame. Of course, I used to be a Republican. The conservative principles that brought me to the party has apparently become less important to these folks than maintaining a WASP identity. In the meantime, our country just elected it's first black President and is becoming more and more diverse.
The GOP is painting itself into a corner and doesn't even know it.
Today's Tidbits
The Democrat's version of Sarah Palin is finding it tougher to be annointed Senator. Hey, at least Palin was elected to something. Later for this Kennedy/royalty BS. This is America. Let the monarchs stay in Europe.
The feds just gave GMAC $6 billion to revive the loaning arm of their business. I still don't understand how $6B will fix something that $700B didn't. Oh, I remember......they never loaned out any of the $700 billion! The banks just kept the money. Nevermind.
In the biggest case of the pot calling the kettle black, President Bush warns Obama not to overspend during his administration. This comes from the "supposedly" conservative President that raised spending and our country's deficit to levels almost unimaginable to most Americans only a few years ago.
Serving in the military and being deployed a negative in child custody battles? Wow.
The feds just gave GMAC $6 billion to revive the loaning arm of their business. I still don't understand how $6B will fix something that $700B didn't. Oh, I remember......they never loaned out any of the $700 billion! The banks just kept the money. Nevermind.
In the biggest case of the pot calling the kettle black, President Bush warns Obama not to overspend during his administration. This comes from the "supposedly" conservative President that raised spending and our country's deficit to levels almost unimaginable to most Americans only a few years ago.
Serving in the military and being deployed a negative in child custody battles? Wow.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Helping High School Athletes get to College
Check out this very important column that I wrote about a couple of weeks ago. It deals with football and how many coaches seem very reluctant to help their kids gain a college education after they have finished their playing careers.
Another contributing factor is the good ol' boy system in states like Indiana. They actively decide which athletes will and will not be promoted. Regardless of production on the field, they have their chosen few and they'll stick to them. They are basically "playing God" with these kids' futures.
Of course, their is only one real Creator, so these guys can and must be defeated by the interested folks with "right" on their side.
Be on the lookout for more related news to this in the very new future.
Another contributing factor is the good ol' boy system in states like Indiana. They actively decide which athletes will and will not be promoted. Regardless of production on the field, they have their chosen few and they'll stick to them. They are basically "playing God" with these kids' futures.
Of course, their is only one real Creator, so these guys can and must be defeated by the interested folks with "right" on their side.
Be on the lookout for more related news to this in the very new future.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Economic Madness and other News of the Day
Chrysler announces that it will temporarily shut down its production plants for a month. Those plants employ an estimated 46,000 Americans. Right in time for Christmas!
Obama names three financial regulators. As many of you know, I'm not a big government oversight guy. I think that free enterprise needs to be maintained in a free, capitalistic country. However, I also believe that in order for capitalism to work, both the buyer and the seller need to benefit. For the last few years, the sellers have disproportionately gained while the buyers have suffered.
Speaking of abuses in the oil/gas industry, the speculators are at it again. Of course, most Americans have been loving the lower gas prices. However, the prices are starting to inch their way up again. At the same time, oil is at its lowest point since 2004.
The Illinois Supreme Court denies attempts by the state Legislature to remove their tainted Governor.
The country is seeing high levels of snowfall. Of course, all of this proves global warming.....Hmmm, wait a minute. If the earth is warming like they say, wouldn't this be reflected on the actual thermometers? That's funny, all along I thought that global warming would make "the globe" warm.
136 people apply for 3 open jobs in a landfill that pay less than $10/hour. Some folks were even on their knees begging to be hired. Meanwhile Wilmington, OH will soon lay off more than half of its entire population. Yeah, this is still America.
Breaking news from 1964: NAACP finds networks lagging in diversity.
Obama names three financial regulators. As many of you know, I'm not a big government oversight guy. I think that free enterprise needs to be maintained in a free, capitalistic country. However, I also believe that in order for capitalism to work, both the buyer and the seller need to benefit. For the last few years, the sellers have disproportionately gained while the buyers have suffered.
Speaking of abuses in the oil/gas industry, the speculators are at it again. Of course, most Americans have been loving the lower gas prices. However, the prices are starting to inch their way up again. At the same time, oil is at its lowest point since 2004.
The Illinois Supreme Court denies attempts by the state Legislature to remove their tainted Governor.
The country is seeing high levels of snowfall. Of course, all of this proves global warming.....Hmmm, wait a minute. If the earth is warming like they say, wouldn't this be reflected on the actual thermometers? That's funny, all along I thought that global warming would make "the globe" warm.
136 people apply for 3 open jobs in a landfill that pay less than $10/hour. Some folks were even on their knees begging to be hired. Meanwhile Wilmington, OH will soon lay off more than half of its entire population. Yeah, this is still America.
Breaking news from 1964: NAACP finds networks lagging in diversity.
Atlanta Judge Serves Bigotry instead of Justice
An Atlanta woman accompanies a family member into a courtroom for a traffic ticket violation. However, she is the one that ends up in jail. Her crime? She failed to remove her Islamic headscarf known as a hijab. The judge sentenced her to 10 days in jail for contempt of court.
Yeah, sounds like a punishable offense to me. This judge also banned another Muslim woman and her 14 year-old daughter from his courtroom because they were wearing hijabs.
This guy needs to be removed from the bench. Obviously, he has a high level of prejudices against Muslims. I think that it would be highly difficult for those that share my faith to get a fair trial in this guy's courtroom.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Courthouse Killers, Russians on our Doorsteps and Global Warming Madness
Convicted courthouse killer Brian Nichols will spend the rest of his life in prison without the possibility of parole. However, he has been spared of the death penalty. The folks around Georgia are pissed. They wanted his head on a platter. They've discussed changing Georgia death penalty law to make it easier to execute criminals. Although I have no love for a killer such as Nichols, I'm happy he wasn't given the death penalty. I just don't believe that a man (or a group of men) should decide when another man leaves this earth. I firmly believe that's between him and The Creator.
Russian warships are on their way to Cuba. Latin America is having a summit; and the guest stars are China, Russia and Iran. Somebody please explain to me why nobody cares. We are quickly losing our influence on the world as we are losing our money. Again, please someone tell me why this isn't important.
Meanwhile, war widows are being denied benefits because of a "computer glitch".
President Bush goes to Iraq and some reporter throws a shoe at him. The President was a good sport and laughed it off. But, I'm pissed that this guy tried to assault our President. I hope that one of the Secret Service guys gave this guy the business afterwards. UPDATE: I missed the fact that shoe throwing is considered a tremendous act of disrepect in the Arab world. Apparently, this guy was also sending a political message against our presence.
In an act that is designed to empower the moderates, Israel frees over 200 Palestinian prisoners.
Obama's version of the New Deal looks like it will cost over $1 trillion over two years. This is exactly what I predicted. Since Republicans gave $700 billion to their cronies without question, the Dems will do the same thing, only bigger. It will take about twenty years and a lot of pain in our country before we have a "real" conservative administration.
If global warming is true, why has it been so cold outside? Well, that's because of global warming.
It's wild that whenever Muslims commit an act of terrorism, people question why Muslims have been silent. However, what's more wild is that these folks mainly ignore the Muslims that have condemned these actions.
It's funny how the "holier than thou" types are easily caught up in their own little controversies.Friday, December 12, 2008
Friday News and Notes
The Republicans have killed the $15B auto bailout. They say they are looking out for the taxpayers. Now, this would be consistent if they also opposed the $700B gift to the financial companies. Of course, they just dropped that money off with no questions asked. I don't understand why $15 billion is such a big deal when $700 billion created no waves. What makes it very weird is that they won't announce the companies who have taken the money.
As much as I am against government intervention into private companies, I can understand the need to help the automakers in order to save the jobs of 3 million autoworkers and another 9 million folks that work for periphial companies.
Now that the bill has been defeated in Congress, it looks like the White House will use some of the TARP money to finance this auto bailout. Hey, where have you heard that before???
Barack Obama's approval rating are sky high. Maybe because he hasn't taken office? Anyway, he isn't making too many friends in the South with his appointments. There have been no Southerners announced to Cabinet level positions. C'mon O-man, you can't find any qualified thumpers to join your administration?
Kinder, gentler manufactoring? Give me a break. They don't want companies that make military parts doing business in Woodstock. Hey, if I was Ametek, I'd pack my bags and move elsewhere. There are many cities in the midwest that would love those jobs.
Colin Powell says the Republican Party should not listen to Rush Limbaugh and those that appeal to our lesser instincts. Ouch!!
Virtual online Islam? Well it's here. Although I'm a bit of a techy. I'm not really a gamer. So, I'm not sure how this could be fun.
As much as I am against government intervention into private companies, I can understand the need to help the automakers in order to save the jobs of 3 million autoworkers and another 9 million folks that work for periphial companies.
Now that the bill has been defeated in Congress, it looks like the White House will use some of the TARP money to finance this auto bailout. Hey, where have you heard that before???
Barack Obama's approval rating are sky high. Maybe because he hasn't taken office? Anyway, he isn't making too many friends in the South with his appointments. There have been no Southerners announced to Cabinet level positions. C'mon O-man, you can't find any qualified thumpers to join your administration?
Kinder, gentler manufactoring? Give me a break. They don't want companies that make military parts doing business in Woodstock. Hey, if I was Ametek, I'd pack my bags and move elsewhere. There are many cities in the midwest that would love those jobs.
Colin Powell says the Republican Party should not listen to Rush Limbaugh and those that appeal to our lesser instincts. Ouch!!
Virtual online Islam? Well it's here. Although I'm a bit of a techy. I'm not really a gamer. So, I'm not sure how this could be fun.
Go Bears!!!!
My boys did it last night. We're still in this thing. We need some help from Arizona this weekend against the Vikes.
It's not over yet fellas!!!!!
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Czars in America, Corrupt Cops and Governors
Congress is close to a deal with automakers on a $15 billion loan. However, they had to appoint an "auto czar" to oversee the funds. What is it about czars in America that strikes me the wrong way?
The Illinois Governor scandel isn't helping Barack Obama too much. He's now being asked to resign or be face impeachment.
Al Gore is once again choking on his cheeseburgers. Over 650 International scientiest blast the whole man-made global warming theory. They say any warming of the earth is due to......THE SUN!!! Imagine that.
Joe the Plumber says he "felt dirty" after campaigning with John McCain. That's wild. It's John McCain that pulled him from under kitchen sinks to doing interviews with Glenn Beck.
Three New York cops charged with sodomy after an arrest at a subway station. What is it with these guys that they feel they have to abuse or sexually attack black men they arrest? You never hear about them sodomizing any white guys.
Now that Coretta has passed, the King family is becoming more and more embarrassing. Harry Belafonte is auctioning off papers given to him by Coretta. The King kids have successfully blocked the auction saying Harry "wrongly acquired them". The papers were set to go for somewhere between $800k and $1.3M. These folks are simply looking for their cut.
Woman goes into bathroom at Cracker Barrel and returns with $97,000 in cash. She turns it in to authorities. Either she's rich or she has the best heart in Tennessee.
The Illinois Governor scandel isn't helping Barack Obama too much. He's now being asked to resign or be face impeachment.
Al Gore is once again choking on his cheeseburgers. Over 650 International scientiest blast the whole man-made global warming theory. They say any warming of the earth is due to......THE SUN!!! Imagine that.
Joe the Plumber says he "felt dirty" after campaigning with John McCain. That's wild. It's John McCain that pulled him from under kitchen sinks to doing interviews with Glenn Beck.
Three New York cops charged with sodomy after an arrest at a subway station. What is it with these guys that they feel they have to abuse or sexually attack black men they arrest? You never hear about them sodomizing any white guys.
Now that Coretta has passed, the King family is becoming more and more embarrassing. Harry Belafonte is auctioning off papers given to him by Coretta. The King kids have successfully blocked the auction saying Harry "wrongly acquired them". The papers were set to go for somewhere between $800k and $1.3M. These folks are simply looking for their cut.
Woman goes into bathroom at Cracker Barrel and returns with $97,000 in cash. She turns it in to authorities. Either she's rich or she has the best heart in Tennessee.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Selling Senate Seats
Today, the Feds busted Illinois Governor Rob Blagojevich. Of course, Barack Obama had to resign from his seat in the U.S. Senate in order to assume the Presidency. The task of appointing his successor fell to the Governor.
It is a big deal to be appointed U.S. Senator so ol' Blago wanted to get paid for his services. He initially wasn't finding many takers. He said, "They're not willing to give me anything but appreciation. *Bleep* them!"
Little did the Governor know, the feds were on to him. It is obviously illegal to sell seats to the U.S. Senate. This guy is in major trouble. But hey, he can still make his appointment from his jail cell!!!
Thursday, December 4, 2008
War Drums, Paulson's Double-Talk and Pirate Hunters
Can somebody please tell Israel not to start WWIII. According to the Jerusalem Post, Israel is ready to attack Iranian nuclear facilities. They have plans to do it with or without the approval or assistance of the United States. I'm sure this is going to work out well for Americans. Will we have to sacrifice our sons for this horrendous mistake, even though we didn't sign off?
Hardline Israeli settlers walk into the Palestinian city of Hebron and move just into one of their homes. The Palestinians sue and the courts tell the settlers to leave. Israeli troops force them to leave. Now they have a battle on their hands.
The banks still aren't lending money as they were supposed to under the bailout. Henry Paulson now says we cannot force banks to loan money to people. I would agree with that. However, that wasn't his suggestion when he was giving them our money to the tune of $700 billion. I guess now that they have the cash, he can say whatever he wants.
In more economic news, ATT plans on laying off 12,000 employees, Viacom is laying off 850 and NBC will drop 500 employees. Looks like a mental recession to me.
Things aren't going so well for the Big 3 automakers in their pursuit of a bailout.
Defense Secretary Gates gets to keep his job. But, it looks like he'll have to introduce himself to almost everyone else at the Defense Dept.
An official timetable has been passed by the Iraqis. It gives us three years to pack up and leave.
BlackWater has been tasked to fight piracy on the high seas. The pirates better hope this former navy seals and special ops guys never catch up with them.
Hardline Israeli settlers walk into the Palestinian city of Hebron and move just into one of their homes. The Palestinians sue and the courts tell the settlers to leave. Israeli troops force them to leave. Now they have a battle on their hands.
The banks still aren't lending money as they were supposed to under the bailout. Henry Paulson now says we cannot force banks to loan money to people. I would agree with that. However, that wasn't his suggestion when he was giving them our money to the tune of $700 billion. I guess now that they have the cash, he can say whatever he wants.
In more economic news, ATT plans on laying off 12,000 employees, Viacom is laying off 850 and NBC will drop 500 employees. Looks like a mental recession to me.
Things aren't going so well for the Big 3 automakers in their pursuit of a bailout.
Defense Secretary Gates gets to keep his job. But, it looks like he'll have to introduce himself to almost everyone else at the Defense Dept.
An official timetable has been passed by the Iraqis. It gives us three years to pack up and leave.
BlackWater has been tasked to fight piracy on the high seas. The pirates better hope this former navy seals and special ops guys never catch up with them.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Marines on Main Street
Why doesn't this administration get it? What's with their crazy obsession with executive powers? Can they please find some level of conservatism? What will it take for them to understand that Americans do NOT like an intrusive style of government with police powers that mimic communist China?
The Pentagon just announced that they will use 20,000 troops for domestic purposes. Of course, that's unconstitutional. But, since when did that ever stop them? In the past, there has been a clear understanding, backed by official legislation, that our military was not to be used against our own. They are not to be used for domestic purposes. That's why we have local and state police forces. We also have the FBI for federal law enforcement. Each state also has a National Guard for emergencies.
However, we should never end up like China or some uncontrollable African nation with military troops walking around in our streets with AK-47s.
However, we should never end up like China or some uncontrollable African nation with military troops walking around in our streets with AK-47s.
Nixon, India and the Worst Pirates in World History
Fox News' Chris Wallace defends President Bush over Ron Howard's comparisons to Richard Nixon. Now, I would agree that the War in Iraq was probably done with good intentions. However, his firm commitment to excessive government powers, spy tactics, disregard for our Constitution as allowing companies to pillage our economy is worse than any Watergate. His crime was being the biggest liberal that ever even considered running for the Presidency.
After the attacks in Mubai, India demands that Pakistan hand over 20 suspected terrorists thought to be living in Pakistan. You have two very anxious nuclear powers with escalating tensions. This doesn't look like it's going to end well. Especially since five of the terrorists are still at-large.
California is in a financial state of emergency. I guess this is what being the most liberal state in the nation gets you. Now they have a bankrupt government to go along with their tradition of the highest gas prices, some of the highest tax rates and the most intrusive government in the nation.
President-elect Barack Obama names his National Security Team. He has a nice mix of Republicans and Democrats. It's funny that Dems almost always choose a Republican to be Secretary of Defense.
Some encouraging news from the CEO of Ford Motor Company.
Pirates attack an American cruise ship. But, the luxury yacht manages to escape by outrunning their boat. The pirates had a top speed of 27 mph. That's pretty pathetic. Well, unless we start using our military to escort these ships, we may have to get used to these 21st century buccaneers.
American kids lie, cheat and steal at alarming rates. It's worse for the private-school students.
After the attacks in Mubai, India demands that Pakistan hand over 20 suspected terrorists thought to be living in Pakistan. You have two very anxious nuclear powers with escalating tensions. This doesn't look like it's going to end well. Especially since five of the terrorists are still at-large.
California is in a financial state of emergency. I guess this is what being the most liberal state in the nation gets you. Now they have a bankrupt government to go along with their tradition of the highest gas prices, some of the highest tax rates and the most intrusive government in the nation.
President-elect Barack Obama names his National Security Team. He has a nice mix of Republicans and Democrats. It's funny that Dems almost always choose a Republican to be Secretary of Defense.
Some encouraging news from the CEO of Ford Motor Company.
Pirates attack an American cruise ship. But, the luxury yacht manages to escape by outrunning their boat. The pirates had a top speed of 27 mph. That's pretty pathetic. Well, unless we start using our military to escort these ships, we may have to get used to these 21st century buccaneers.
American kids lie, cheat and steal at alarming rates. It's worse for the private-school students.
Monday, December 1, 2008
Post Vacation Notes
Man, our country is beautiful!!! More people need to get out and experience what our country has to offer. I believe that Hoover Dam has to be among the Top 5 greatest engineering feats in American history. It is completely amazing what these men were able to accomplish.Anyway, it is great being back around. It's tough for a political junkie like me to stay out of the fray. The time off has been great. But, let's get back into the mix.
Regardless of the fact that American taxpayers just gave the financial industries 1.5 trillion dollars over the last few weeks, these companies are now trimming their credit lines by $2 trillion dollars. All of that BS talk that Henry Paulson gave us about the bailout helping American consumers access credit was all phony talk. At the end of the day, we're still screwed. It was just another money grab. For example, bailed-out CitiGroup just buys Spanish construction company for $10B.
BTW, our economy is officially in recession.
U.S. manufacturing falls to the lowest level in 26 years. Now, that can't be from all of the outsourcing that we've done, could it? We are quickly becoming a straight consumer nation that makes nothing but buys everything. This is completely unsustainable.
Barack Obama announces that Hillary Clinton will be the next Secretary of State. Dr. Susan Rice will also represent the U.S. at the United Nations.
The Palm Beach County Republicans have a new member of their executive committee. He's the son of the Grand Wizard of the KKK and has David Duke as a key ally. But, says he's "offended" that people would assume he's a white supremacist. Yeah, okay.
Michael Steele says it's too premature to start counting the GOP out. He articulates ways the GOP can regain its position in American politics. Most of these are great ideas. I wonder why he never argued for these when the Republican Congress and Presidency were doing the exact opposite.
Cool sites in the sky tonight! There's also some cool stuff in the skies over there in Greenland.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Playing Bait and Switch with our Economy
What part of the words “Troubled Asset Relief Program” does Henry Paulson not understand? The taxpayers of the United States just gave the most powerful financial companies in the country more than $700 billion in order to prevent the rest of our economy from slipping into a depression.
However, the Treasury Secretary said that he simply changed his mind and will not use those funds to purchase the troubled assets that lawmakers gave him permission and instructions to buy. Instead, he’ll use the money to purchase the precious “preferred stock”.
Therefore, the tangible relief that was sought won’t happen. The toxic assets are still on the books. They banks already got the money but they are not lending. Wall Street still recognizes the problem and continues to devalue these companies. There has been no tangible progress since the bail-out was announced. However, the taxpayers of the country are light in the wallet to the tune of $700billion.
In order to fix our economy, serious steps need to be made in order to turn this situation around. I believe our first action is to look at our energy policy and the way it has affected our country.
According to the Dept of Energy, in January 2000, the average price of gas was $1.35/ gallon. By June of 2008, the average price was up to $4.13 per gallon. Although our consumption increased by less than 2% during that period, the price went up by almost 400%. The projected usage of India and China 10-15 years from now was always their justification for raising the price. Existing consumption and supply patterns didn’t matter.
The first victims of this increase were the transportation companies. Operational expenses went through the roof as they tried to move people and products from point A to point B. To my understanding, for every penny that the price of gas increases, the airlines lose $25 million.
There was no way our economy could sustain such an increase outside of normal supply and demand tendencies. Many companies initially tried to simply handle doing business with lower profit margins; but, later had to pass on their own price increases to their customers. It became increasingly difficult for businesses to function under their existing pricing and payroll structures. Therefore, many businesses were faced with raising prices, employee layoffs, or both.
Obviously, it became much more expensive for Americans to fuel their vehicles and get back and forth to work. But during this period, the price for everything went up. The price of eggs, milk and cheese all doubled. General Mills and Kellogg were reducing the sizes of their packaging and still raising their prices. Customers were getting far less for much more.
The price to heat your home in the winter and cool it down in the summers also increased. Many regulated power companies lobbied their state PUCs for price increases to make up for their increased delivery costs.
The only thing that didn’t go up during this period was Americans’ salaries. The American consumer was now forced to attempt to operate their homes on the same income but with much higher expenses. The sales of luxury and other non-essential items declined substantially. The automobile manufactures started to announce significant decreases in sales figures. Retailers began to report 20, 25 and sometimes even 40% decreases in sales.
Americans were broke and were not spending their money on new fancy items that they could live without. Disposable income became non-existent.
As more companies went out of business, others continued their lay-offs. More victims were created out of this recession. An obvious victim was the housing market. Not only could Americans no longer afford any new gadgets and cars, they could no longer afford the homes that they worked their lives to purchase, maintain and leave to their children.
Although some Americans fell prey to some punitive loan structures and adjustable rate mortgages that always went up and never went down; many others could simply no longer afford the monthly payment that was no problem for them just a few months ago.
It’s easy to simply blame the foreclosure crisis on our country’s economic woes. However, until we diagnose what created the foreclosure crisis, we’ll be forced to repeat this cycle. We cannot allow any industry to manipulate the delicate balance of supply and demand that we have in this country.
American capitalism has been successful because of its win/win premise. In order to make business sustainable, it has to be good for both the buyer and the seller.
However, the Treasury Secretary said that he simply changed his mind and will not use those funds to purchase the troubled assets that lawmakers gave him permission and instructions to buy. Instead, he’ll use the money to purchase the precious “preferred stock”.
Therefore, the tangible relief that was sought won’t happen. The toxic assets are still on the books. They banks already got the money but they are not lending. Wall Street still recognizes the problem and continues to devalue these companies. There has been no tangible progress since the bail-out was announced. However, the taxpayers of the country are light in the wallet to the tune of $700billion.
In order to fix our economy, serious steps need to be made in order to turn this situation around. I believe our first action is to look at our energy policy and the way it has affected our country.
According to the Dept of Energy, in January 2000, the average price of gas was $1.35/ gallon. By June of 2008, the average price was up to $4.13 per gallon. Although our consumption increased by less than 2% during that period, the price went up by almost 400%. The projected usage of India and China 10-15 years from now was always their justification for raising the price. Existing consumption and supply patterns didn’t matter.
The first victims of this increase were the transportation companies. Operational expenses went through the roof as they tried to move people and products from point A to point B. To my understanding, for every penny that the price of gas increases, the airlines lose $25 million.
There was no way our economy could sustain such an increase outside of normal supply and demand tendencies. Many companies initially tried to simply handle doing business with lower profit margins; but, later had to pass on their own price increases to their customers. It became increasingly difficult for businesses to function under their existing pricing and payroll structures. Therefore, many businesses were faced with raising prices, employee layoffs, or both.
Obviously, it became much more expensive for Americans to fuel their vehicles and get back and forth to work. But during this period, the price for everything went up. The price of eggs, milk and cheese all doubled. General Mills and Kellogg were reducing the sizes of their packaging and still raising their prices. Customers were getting far less for much more.
The price to heat your home in the winter and cool it down in the summers also increased. Many regulated power companies lobbied their state PUCs for price increases to make up for their increased delivery costs.
The only thing that didn’t go up during this period was Americans’ salaries. The American consumer was now forced to attempt to operate their homes on the same income but with much higher expenses. The sales of luxury and other non-essential items declined substantially. The automobile manufactures started to announce significant decreases in sales figures. Retailers began to report 20, 25 and sometimes even 40% decreases in sales.
Americans were broke and were not spending their money on new fancy items that they could live without. Disposable income became non-existent.
As more companies went out of business, others continued their lay-offs. More victims were created out of this recession. An obvious victim was the housing market. Not only could Americans no longer afford any new gadgets and cars, they could no longer afford the homes that they worked their lives to purchase, maintain and leave to their children.
Although some Americans fell prey to some punitive loan structures and adjustable rate mortgages that always went up and never went down; many others could simply no longer afford the monthly payment that was no problem for them just a few months ago.
It’s easy to simply blame the foreclosure crisis on our country’s economic woes. However, until we diagnose what created the foreclosure crisis, we’ll be forced to repeat this cycle. We cannot allow any industry to manipulate the delicate balance of supply and demand that we have in this country.
American capitalism has been successful because of its win/win premise. In order to make business sustainable, it has to be good for both the buyer and the seller.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Iranian Nukes, Embarrassed Mayors and Pissed off Cops
Iran has been successful in it's pursuit of nuclear-grade uranium. However, they do not currently have the technology to enrich it to weapons-grade levels. How long do you think that would take? You can hear the Israeli bombers gearing up their planes now.
Henry Paulson says that the current economic mess only happens once a century. Coincedentally, it happened on his watch with all of his banking cronies receiving taxpayer bail-out funds.
Idaho mayor apologies for the behavior of his town students after the recent Presidential election. Apparently, he feels that their chants of "assassinate Obama" was inappropriate. You think???
A federal judge ordered the release of 5 men from Guantanamo Bay. Apparently, they were being held indefinitely only on the word of one unnamed source. In our country, that's usually not enough information to hold you for 7 minutes, let alone seven years.
Somali pirates demand $25M for their hijacked oil tanker.
Henry Paulson says that the current economic mess only happens once a century. Coincedentally, it happened on his watch with all of his banking cronies receiving taxpayer bail-out funds.
Idaho mayor apologies for the behavior of his town students after the recent Presidential election. Apparently, he feels that their chants of "assassinate Obama" was inappropriate. You think???
A federal judge ordered the release of 5 men from Guantanamo Bay. Apparently, they were being held indefinitely only on the word of one unnamed source. In our country, that's usually not enough information to hold you for 7 minutes, let alone seven years.
Some cops in Brooklyn were not that pleased that Obama won the election.
Interesting article on "Missing White-Girl Syndrome".Somali pirates demand $25M for their hijacked oil tanker.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Israeli Farming, Pilfering the Treasury and Destroying the Constitution
In their second invasion of Gaza in two weeks, Israeli tanks go into Gaza and wipe out those dangerous Palestinian crops and farmland. Gotta wipe out those threatening crops. Public safety hazard. Does anyone else find it peculiar that Israel has decided to escalate the violence since Barack Obama was elected?
Henry Paulson and Ben Bernanke face Congressional panel about their complete mismanagement of taxpayer funds along with their trial and error approach to saving our economy while further enriching their Wall Street cronies. Meanwhile, in an attempt to be as contradictory as possible, they announce their disapproval of bailing out U.S. automakers. They just need to say "Screw you suckers! We've taken the money, gave it to our boys and there's nothing you can do about it!"
The U.S. government has been asking foreign countries to hold Americans indefinitely without charges because of their inability to do so here in the states (legally). The sooner this administration is gone the better. They have absolutely NO regard for our Constitution or the laws that have governed this land for centuries.
Mark Cuban fights back against the insider trading charges levied by the SEC.
What year is it? 1400? What's with this new emergence of pirates? Now, they're asking for a $10M ransom. Tell you what, if these guys continue to steal oil, Bush himself will come and get them.
Michael Steele gets some love for his desire to be RNC chair.
Henry Paulson and Ben Bernanke face Congressional panel about their complete mismanagement of taxpayer funds along with their trial and error approach to saving our economy while further enriching their Wall Street cronies. Meanwhile, in an attempt to be as contradictory as possible, they announce their disapproval of bailing out U.S. automakers. They just need to say "Screw you suckers! We've taken the money, gave it to our boys and there's nothing you can do about it!"
The U.S. government has been asking foreign countries to hold Americans indefinitely without charges because of their inability to do so here in the states (legally). The sooner this administration is gone the better. They have absolutely NO regard for our Constitution or the laws that have governed this land for centuries.
Mark Cuban fights back against the insider trading charges levied by the SEC.
What year is it? 1400? What's with this new emergence of pirates? Now, they're asking for a $10M ransom. Tell you what, if these guys continue to steal oil, Bush himself will come and get them.
Michael Steele gets some love for his desire to be RNC chair.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Ignoring Pink Elephants
Talk about penny wise but dollar foolish!!!!!The SEC has charged Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban with insider trading. Apparently, Cuban withdrew his $750,000 investment after he became aware they were obtaining other private funding.
Now, I don't really care too much if/how Mr. Cuban sold that stock. However, I find it very peculiar that this is the case that the Feds seem to have to prosecute. After going after Martha Stewart for avoiding a loss of less than $50,000, Mark Cuban's $750k looks to be gigantic.
Meanwhile, Exxon Mobile has posted world-record quarterly profits once again. Over the last 6 years, the oil industry has consolidated more wealth than any other in American financial history. Regardless the cold, hard figures of supply and demand, they've strong-armed and "speculated" themselves to their profits, while leaving the rest of our economy in shambles.
They need to be ashamed of themselves. To blindly hurdle billions while targeting thousands speaks to their credibility.
They need to be ashamed of themselves. To blindly hurdle billions while targeting thousands speaks to their credibility.
Nothing there to see, I guess.
Friday, November 14, 2008
King Family Shame, Texas Rednecks and Long-range Rockets
The King family is trying to cash in on the Obama-King images that have emerged since Obama's candidacy. Since Coretta's death, these folks have become increasingly more embarrassing with their money related issues. These folks have no shame. Please find a real job instead of living off of your family name.
Hamas fires their longest-range rockets to date at Israel. Obviously, they blame each other for the violence. But, Israel's army invasion of Gaza surely didn't help the cease-fire. I'm sure the new blockade and denial of fuel, food and medicine into Gaza should be taken as a peaceful action.
Special prosecutor appointed to the latest case of Texans dragging black men to death. I'm sure the rednecks would like to file a complaint like these trailer-park superstars who are pissed because their jury has too many blacks on it.
Catholic priest denies communion for parishioners that voted for Barack Obama. He says it's because Obama is pro-abortion. Hey, I wonder if he was for denying communion to his colleagues within the church who were taking liberties with the young members of the church.
Hillary Clinton for Secretary of State?
The Bush Administration is threatening to use executive privilege after they leave office. Uh....what????
Hamas fires their longest-range rockets to date at Israel. Obviously, they blame each other for the violence. But, Israel's army invasion of Gaza surely didn't help the cease-fire. I'm sure the new blockade and denial of fuel, food and medicine into Gaza should be taken as a peaceful action.
Special prosecutor appointed to the latest case of Texans dragging black men to death. I'm sure the rednecks would like to file a complaint like these trailer-park superstars who are pissed because their jury has too many blacks on it.
Catholic priest denies communion for parishioners that voted for Barack Obama. He says it's because Obama is pro-abortion. Hey, I wonder if he was for denying communion to his colleagues within the church who were taking liberties with the young members of the church.
Hillary Clinton for Secretary of State?
The Bush Administration is threatening to use executive privilege after they leave office. Uh....what????
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