I don’t know of anybody who argues for unregulated free enterprise. I’m a Theodore Roosevelt Republican. I like the fact that the government requires that I have clean water to drink no matter what restaurant I walk into anywhere in America. From Salon I’m feeling charitably; so I’m not going to pick-nits. As much as… Continue reading Newt is a Theodore Roosevelt Republican?
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Alternative Tax Showdown
Under current tax law, 23 million taxpayers will owe the alternative tax for 2007, up from 4 million last year. The tax was originally intended to apply to multimillionaires. But most of this year’s alternative taxpayers make between $100,000 and $500,000 and about a third make less than $100,000. They all have good cause to… Continue reading Alternative Tax Showdown
Dish Washer Wanted
Dish Washer Wanted Originally uploaded by karmakazesal. The fact that the help wanted sign isn’t in English says everything no one else will say.
Nearly half think U.S. in recession
Nearly half of Americans feel the U.S. economy is in a recession, marked by a significant decline in economic activity, according to a survey released Thursday. From CNN.com – CNN Political Ticker Poll: Nearly half think U.S. in recession « File this under WTF. We are not in a recession. While I think it is… Continue reading Nearly half think U.S. in recession
A Nation of Christians Is Not a Christian Nation
The only acknowledgment of religion in the original Constitution is a utilitarian one: the document is dated “in the year of our Lord 1787.” Even the religion clause of the First Amendment is framed dryly and without reference to any particular faith. The Connecticut ratifying convention debated rewriting the preamble to take note of God’s… Continue reading A Nation of Christians Is Not a Christian Nation
Conservatives Are Such Jokers
What’s happening, presumably, is that modern movement conservatism attracts a certain personality type. If you identify with the downtrodden, even a little, you don’t belong. If you think ridicule is an appropriate response to other peoples’ woes, you fit right in. From Conservatives Are Such Jokers – New York Times Great quote from Krugman. Bush… Continue reading Conservatives Are Such Jokers
Republicans Grow Skeptical On Free Trade
By a nearly two-to-one margin, Republican voters believe free trade is bad for the U.S. economy, a shift in opinion that mirrors Democratic views and suggests trade deals could face high hurdles under a new president. From Republicans Grow Skeptical On Free Trade – WSJ.com File this under WTF. Three things come to mind: Opinions… Continue reading Republicans Grow Skeptical On Free Trade
When the Fed says X, they really mean Y
The Fed typically convenes every month to discuss interest rates. It is not only the action (whether rates are raised, lowered, or held constant), but also the accompanying “statement” which is of interest to investors and analysts. In its statement, the Fed may signal both its motivation for the current policy decision as well as… Continue reading When the Fed says X, they really mean Y
Religious right may blackball Giuliani
A powerful group of conservative Christian leaders decided Saturday at a private meeting in Salt Lake City to consider supporting a third-party candidate for president if a pro-choice nominee like Rudy Giuliani wins the Republican nomination. From Religious right may blackball Giuliani, by Michael Scherer | Salon News I don’t think the Texas Taliban is… Continue reading Religious right may blackball Giuliani
Off-Peak Discounts May Be Part of M.T.A. Fare Increase
Under this proposal, a person who buys a pay-per-ride MetroCard would be charged $2 to ride the subway or bus during the morning and evening peak periods. Travel during off-peak periods, including midday, would cost $1.50. Off-Peak Discounts May Be Part of M.T.A. Fare Increase – City Room – Metro – New York Times Blog… Continue reading Off-Peak Discounts May Be Part of M.T.A. Fare Increase