Where is the Public Outrage Over Pensions?
"You might be reading my blog wondering where is public outrage over pensions?
For example, how can PSP Investments lose billions and still pay their top officers bonuses, allowing them to get extremely well compensated in a terrible year?
And it's not just PSP. The same is happening in many other large public Canadian pension funds, including CPPIB where top officers got millions with their bonuses after losing a whopping $24 billion in FY 2009.
So where is the outrage?
I just came back from Greece where if even a fraction of this came out in the media, there would be riots in the streets.
The same can be said about other European countries, especially in France.
But 'civilized' Canadians seem to be sleepwalking while their pensions are dwindling.
The unions are keeping silent too.
Why?
Maybe because they know that the federal and provincial governments are on the hook to pay out pension benefits even if the public pension plans are severely underfunded.
Why make a fuss when you know the government will come in and shore up the plan?"
Sunday, August 02, 2009
Segway rental service offers tours of Grand Rapids
Segway rental service offers tours of Grand Rapids
"Segway Tours of Grand Rapids, began his rental operation in May.......
Kaback rents the two-wheeled scooters at $50 for a half-hour ride....
....The prices are on par with Segway rentals in Fort Lauderdale, Chicago and other cities, he said.
Kaback said he owns eight Segways, which he bought for $38,000. "
Good luck......but I sure hope he didn't get "stimulus" money for this.
"Segway Tours of Grand Rapids, began his rental operation in May.......
Kaback rents the two-wheeled scooters at $50 for a half-hour ride....
....The prices are on par with Segway rentals in Fort Lauderdale, Chicago and other cities, he said.
Kaback said he owns eight Segways, which he bought for $38,000. "
Good luck......but I sure hope he didn't get "stimulus" money for this.
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Birthers Versus True Believers
Birthers Versus True Believers
"Let's think big (in a small-minded way) - suppose the original certifcate has Obama as 'Barry', with attendant documentation formally changing his name to 'Barack' when Obama was in his teens or twenties. That would be a hard memory lapse to explain, and sort of mar the current version of his 'Dreams From My Father' story."
"Let's think big (in a small-minded way) - suppose the original certifcate has Obama as 'Barry', with attendant documentation formally changing his name to 'Barack' when Obama was in his teens or twenties. That would be a hard memory lapse to explain, and sort of mar the current version of his 'Dreams From My Father' story."
Gordo's Musings
I watched the local news shows this morning and they were ALL talking about how SUCCESSFUL the cash for junk cars was.
Like they were surprised that the government giving out free money was popular to those who got the free money.
Like they were surprised that the government giving out free money was popular to those who got the free money.
Isn't EVERY "free money" program popular?
Are these TV folks seriously stupid or just lying to us?
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Are these TV folks seriously stupid or just lying to us?
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The same folks who complain about EVERY government department (road repair, cops, non-synchronized stop lights, giant deficits, et al, etcetera....) are totally convinced that Obama and Rom Emanuel (with help from Nancy Pelosi and Barney Frank) will run our entire health care system with precision, efficiency and economy.
ARE THEY NUTS???????
ARE THEY NUTS???????
update:
the rest of us are just too stupid....
MSU kicker, Brett Swenson looking for great year
Brett Swenson not worried about kicking award
"Swenson was only the third Spartans kicker to score 100 points in a season, joining Paul Edinger and Dave Rayner, and he was tied for fourth in the NCAA for field goals made but was overlooked as a Groza semifinalist late in the season."
Weird headline but nice story AND stats!
"Swenson was only the third Spartans kicker to score 100 points in a season, joining Paul Edinger and Dave Rayner, and he was tied for fourth in the NCAA for field goals made but was overlooked as a Groza semifinalist late in the season."
Weird headline but nice story AND stats!
Dealers Race to Get Their Clunkers Crushed
Dealers Race to Get Their Clunkers Crushed
"Until they can certify that the car has been decommissioned, they cannot submit their paperwork to be repaid."
Unbelievable!
They've got to destroy the car BEFORE they can even submit the paperwork!!!!!!
And if it's rejected AFTER the destruction of the customer's car, Great Leader's minions will say "never mind"?
"Until they can certify that the car has been decommissioned, they cannot submit their paperwork to be repaid."
Unbelievable!
They've got to destroy the car BEFORE they can even submit the paperwork!!!!!!
And if it's rejected AFTER the destruction of the customer's car, Great Leader's minions will say "never mind"?
Dealers Race to Get Their Clunkers Crushed
Dealers Race to Get Their Clunkers Crushed
"We spent a couple of days earlier this week following the whole complex program, from dealer to scrap heap, and found twists and turns in it that are making it a nightmare now for everyone involved.
The program requires that the clunkers be put out of service for good, so dealers must destroy the engines on cars that are traded in.
We watched this process yesterday at the DCH Paramus Honda in Paramus, N.J. It is quite laborious and potentially dangerous.
And it certainly is final."
So, these same geniuses are gonna use the same methodology on your wife or daughter's breast lump.
Are there really THAT many fools in our country who believe that Obama and his cronys can deliver better, CHEAPER health care than our current system?
"We spent a couple of days earlier this week following the whole complex program, from dealer to scrap heap, and found twists and turns in it that are making it a nightmare now for everyone involved.
The program requires that the clunkers be put out of service for good, so dealers must destroy the engines on cars that are traded in.
We watched this process yesterday at the DCH Paramus Honda in Paramus, N.J. It is quite laborious and potentially dangerous.
And it certainly is final."
So, these same geniuses are gonna use the same methodology on your wife or daughter's breast lump.
Are there really THAT many fools in our country who believe that Obama and his cronys can deliver better, CHEAPER health care than our current system?
Ann Coulter, Michelle Malkin & My Skip Gates Question
Ann Coulter, Michelle Malkin & My Skip Gates Question
"They are not, however, to paraphrase the late Sen. Patrick Moynihan, entitled to their own facts, or entitled to invent a scenario in which the White House somehow prompted me to ask Obama about Gates at his press conference last week"
Except this "expose" proves the "how" and "why" Mr Brilliant chose her as the last questioner.
Is this TV gal so ignorant that she doesn't believe her own words?
youbetchya!!!!
"They are not, however, to paraphrase the late Sen. Patrick Moynihan, entitled to their own facts, or entitled to invent a scenario in which the White House somehow prompted me to ask Obama about Gates at his press conference last week"
Except this "expose" proves the "how" and "why" Mr Brilliant chose her as the last questioner.
Is this TV gal so ignorant that she doesn't believe her own words?
youbetchya!!!!
Cash for Clunkers May Cost Up to $45,354 Per Vehicle
Cash for Clunkers May Cost Up to $45,354 Per Vehicle
"Meanwhile, if all buyers have qualified for the higher $4,500 rebate, the 'cash for clunkers' program will mean a marginal increase in car sales of 22,000 this quarter. $1 billion divided by 22,000 means a net cost to the government of $45,354 per car."
"Meanwhile, if all buyers have qualified for the higher $4,500 rebate, the 'cash for clunkers' program will mean a marginal increase in car sales of 22,000 this quarter. $1 billion divided by 22,000 means a net cost to the government of $45,354 per car."
Walking the walk
Walking the walk - Mark Steyn
"This picture, which Rich noted yesterday, has gone around the world, and has been generally considered to be worth the proverbial thousand words, or a thousand White House beers.
"This picture, which Rich noted yesterday, has gone around the world, and has been generally considered to be worth the proverbial thousand words, or a thousand White House beers.
What I find oddest about the whole business is that it's an official White House photograph by an official White House photographer from the official White House website.
So at some point some number of Obama flacks must have figured that this pic makes our guy look good: Are they so monarchically besotted that what most people find jarring about the shot is what the image boys actually like about it?"
Review of Metro fares, service raises civil rights concerns
Review of Metro fares, service raises civil rights concerns
"Metro must do a better job of evaluating whether fare increases and service changes disproportionately affect low-income and minority customers, a federal review found.
The Federal Transit Administration's review also found the transit agency needs to improve services to customers with limited English skills."
Oh, the unintended consequences of subsidived government transit-care...."everyone here is equal. Some are just more equal than others"
"Metro must do a better job of evaluating whether fare increases and service changes disproportionately affect low-income and minority customers, a federal review found.
The Federal Transit Administration's review also found the transit agency needs to improve services to customers with limited English skills."
Oh, the unintended consequences of subsidived government transit-care...."everyone here is equal. Some are just more equal than others"
CBS Buries Democrat Label in Chris Dodd/Kent Conrad Countrywide Scandal Story
CBS Buries Democrat Label in Chris Dodd/Kent Conrad Countrywide Scandal Story
"the two most prominent figures currently still in government who are implicated in the scandal are Democratic Senators Christopher Dodd and Kent Conrad, neither Senator was identified by Attkisson as a Democrat."
"the two most prominent figures currently still in government who are implicated in the scandal are Democratic Senators Christopher Dodd and Kent Conrad, neither Senator was identified by Attkisson as a Democrat."
The Weekly Standard
The Weekly Standard
"Kennedy received a Presidential Medal of Freedom this week, the highest honor that can be bestowed upon any American civilian.
Liberals freely lionize the good senator, thinking nothing of honoring him at the 2008 Democratic National Convention with a tribute video with a water motif, no less. It is considered bad form for conservatives to mention Mary Jo Kopechne (who would have been close to 70 now if she had lived), especially now that Kennedy himself has fallen ill with a brain tumor"
"Kennedy received a Presidential Medal of Freedom this week, the highest honor that can be bestowed upon any American civilian.
Liberals freely lionize the good senator, thinking nothing of honoring him at the 2008 Democratic National Convention with a tribute video with a water motif, no less. It is considered bad form for conservatives to mention Mary Jo Kopechne (who would have been close to 70 now if she had lived), especially now that Kennedy himself has fallen ill with a brain tumor"
Robbing the bank
Robbing the bank
"Rep. Barney Frank, Massachusetts Democrat, is threatening to revive legislation that would let bankruptcy judges rewrite mortgage contracts if banks don't 'voluntarily' write off a larger percentage of bad home loans."
"Rep. Barney Frank, Massachusetts Democrat, is threatening to revive legislation that would let bankruptcy judges rewrite mortgage contracts if banks don't 'voluntarily' write off a larger percentage of bad home loans."
Oakland County service providers must verify workers are legal
Oakland County service providers must verify workers are legal
"The move will require service vendors to use the E-Verify program to avoid hiring illegal workers"
Read the comments below the article!
"The move will require service vendors to use the E-Verify program to avoid hiring illegal workers"
Read the comments below the article!
Michigan teachers oppose fast track to teaching math, science
Michigan teachers oppose fast track to teaching math, science
"The Michigan Education Association, the state's largest union for school employees, commissioned the survey conducted by EPIC-MRA.
Among the findings released Thursday: 58% of the 400 educators surveyed oppose the plan."
"The Michigan Education Association, the state's largest union for school employees, commissioned the survey conducted by EPIC-MRA.
Among the findings released Thursday: 58% of the 400 educators surveyed oppose the plan."
Bad bridges passed up for stimulus cash
Bad bridges passed up for stimulus cash
"Tens of thousands of unsafe or decaying bridges carrying 100 million drivers a day must wait for repairs because states are spending stimulus money on spans that are already in good shape or on easier projects like repaving roads, an Associated Press analysis shows"
"Tens of thousands of unsafe or decaying bridges carrying 100 million drivers a day must wait for repairs because states are spending stimulus money on spans that are already in good shape or on easier projects like repaving roads, an Associated Press analysis shows"
A Minimum Wage Equals Minimum Jobs: The unseen costs of minimum wage laws
A Minimum Wage Equals Minimum Jobs: The unseen costs of minimum wage laws
"Wage minimums tell employers: 'Don't give a beginner a chance.'
Such losses are hard to see, but they are widespread.
One company closes because it can't afford to pay higher wages.
Another decides to produce its product with fewer workers, and another never expands.
Perhaps most importantly, there's the business that never opens.
The people who were never hired don't complain—they wouldn't know whom to blame—they don't even know that they were harmed.
They are the unseen victims."
"Wage minimums tell employers: 'Don't give a beginner a chance.'
Such losses are hard to see, but they are widespread.
One company closes because it can't afford to pay higher wages.
Another decides to produce its product with fewer workers, and another never expands.
Perhaps most importantly, there's the business that never opens.
The people who were never hired don't complain—they wouldn't know whom to blame—they don't even know that they were harmed.
They are the unseen victims."
Behold!
Behold! - Jonah Goldberg
"I lamented the non-existence of a good Biden gaffe agglomerator.
Within three hours, JoeBidenSaidThat.com was born!"
"I lamented the non-existence of a good Biden gaffe agglomerator.
Within three hours, JoeBidenSaidThat.com was born!"
George Perles gives reasons for 10-win prediction
George Perles gives reasons for 10-win prediction
"'I've been around here since 1956, and I've never seen the entire athletic department in better shape.'"
"'I've been around here since 1956, and I've never seen the entire athletic department in better shape.'"
Speaker Will Keep 'Villains' Money
Speaker Will Keep 'Villains' Money
"Pelosi ranked 55th among members of the 111th Congress in contributions from health insurers since the 1989-1990 election cycle, according to CRP, having taken in $186,750"
"Pelosi ranked 55th among members of the 111th Congress in contributions from health insurers since the 1989-1990 election cycle, according to CRP, having taken in $186,750"
Pelosi lashes out against insurance companies
Pelosi lashes out against insurance companies
"'It's almost immoral what they are doing,' Pelosi said to reporters, referring to insurance companies. 'Of course they've been immoral all along in how they have treated the people that they insure,' she said, adding, 'They are the villains. They have been part of the problem in a major way. They are doing everything in their power to stop a public option from happening.'"
"'It's almost immoral what they are doing,' Pelosi said to reporters, referring to insurance companies. 'Of course they've been immoral all along in how they have treated the people that they insure,' she said, adding, 'They are the villains. They have been part of the problem in a major way. They are doing everything in their power to stop a public option from happening.'"
Friday, July 31, 2009
Beck Exposes 'Cash for Clunkers' Language Giving Feds Authority to Take Control of Computers | NewsBusters.org
Beck Exposes 'Cash for Clunkers' Language Giving Feds Authority to Take Control of Computers NewsBusters.org: "Guilfoyle also said legally the government can use Web software to track your computer any time they want once you've logged into the site."
Dead Lansing businesses: Story Olds, Benigan's, Villegas, Boston Market
Yes, I know... it's Engler's fault.....
Alabama County Faces Major Layoffs
Alabama County Faces Major Layoffs
"It is hardly unusual these days for a government building to forgo a fresh paint job or regular lawn care to cut costs. But last week, the director of the Jefferson County public nursing home was told that the county could no longer afford to bury indigent patients."
Substitute "Muskegon" for Alabama and hold on to your wallet!
"It is hardly unusual these days for a government building to forgo a fresh paint job or regular lawn care to cut costs. But last week, the director of the Jefferson County public nursing home was told that the county could no longer afford to bury indigent patients."
Substitute "Muskegon" for Alabama and hold on to your wallet!
New Cash Steered to Clunkers
New Cash Steered to Clunkers
"Congress moved Friday to inject fresh funds into the wildly popular 'cash for clunkers' program after it nearly ran out of money, threatening to become a symbol of government bungling."
Serious "DUH" here.
Giving away free money is ALWAYS "wildly popular".
....hmmmm...I've got a junker worth $800 and Great Leader will give me $4500 for it?
Who'd of guessed?
"Congress moved Friday to inject fresh funds into the wildly popular 'cash for clunkers' program after it nearly ran out of money, threatening to become a symbol of government bungling."
Serious "DUH" here.
Giving away free money is ALWAYS "wildly popular".
....hmmmm...I've got a junker worth $800 and Great Leader will give me $4500 for it?
Who'd of guessed?
Big Sale at Amazon.com: Jessica Simpson Women's Acadia Pump: Shoes
Come on gals!
The deals are on NOW!
... it's for the economy ya know.....
Tax Burden of Top 1% Now Exceeds That of Bottom 95%
Tax Burden of Top 1% Now Exceeds That of Bottom 95%
Newly released data from the IRS clearly debunks the conventional Beltway rhetoric that the "rich" are not paying their fair share of taxes.
Indeed, the IRS data shows that in 2007—the most recent data available—the top 1 percent of taxpayers paid 40.4 percent of the total income taxes collected by the federal government. This is the highest percentage in modern history. By contrast, the top 1 percent paid 24.8 percent of the income tax burden in 1987, the year following the 1986 tax reform act.
Remarkably, the share of the tax burden borne by the top 1 percent now exceeds the share paid by the bottom 95 percent of taxpayers combined. In 2007, the bottom 95 percent paid 39.4 percent of the income tax burden. This is down from the 58 percent of the total income tax burden they paid twenty years ago.
To put this in perspective, the top 1 percent is comprised of just 1.4 million taxpayers and they pay a larger share of the income tax burden now than the bottom 134 million taxpayers combined.
Newly released data from the IRS clearly debunks the conventional Beltway rhetoric that the "rich" are not paying their fair share of taxes.
Indeed, the IRS data shows that in 2007—the most recent data available—the top 1 percent of taxpayers paid 40.4 percent of the total income taxes collected by the federal government. This is the highest percentage in modern history. By contrast, the top 1 percent paid 24.8 percent of the income tax burden in 1987, the year following the 1986 tax reform act.
Remarkably, the share of the tax burden borne by the top 1 percent now exceeds the share paid by the bottom 95 percent of taxpayers combined. In 2007, the bottom 95 percent paid 39.4 percent of the income tax burden. This is down from the 58 percent of the total income tax burden they paid twenty years ago.
To put this in perspective, the top 1 percent is comprised of just 1.4 million taxpayers and they pay a larger share of the income tax burden now than the bottom 134 million taxpayers combined.
Cash Flow: The Real Reason for the "Cash for Clunkers" Suspension (The Ex-Car Salesman Blog)
The Real Reason for the "Cash for Clunkers" Suspension (The Ex-Car Salesman Blog)
"Second, the CARS dealer website -- where dealerships submit applications -- cannot handle the traffic. Dealers continuously report website crashes rendering them unable to submit their application. This increases the amount of time dealers must wait before they receive their rebate check -- depleting cash flow.
Third, worry is building in many dealerships because many applications for the rebate are being denied after the car deal. Some on this blog have expressed outraged after dealers have called them back demanding the customer make up for the denied CARS rebate (up to $4,500.00) or else they would have to return the car immediately.
Some have had their trade-in cars already destroyed."
"Second, the CARS dealer website -- where dealerships submit applications -- cannot handle the traffic. Dealers continuously report website crashes rendering them unable to submit their application. This increases the amount of time dealers must wait before they receive their rebate check -- depleting cash flow.
Third, worry is building in many dealerships because many applications for the rebate are being denied after the car deal. Some on this blog have expressed outraged after dealers have called them back demanding the customer make up for the denied CARS rebate (up to $4,500.00) or else they would have to return the car immediately.
Some have had their trade-in cars already destroyed."
Thursday, July 30, 2009
GOOD NEWS, OR BAD? Organic food is no healthier, study finds.
GOOD NEWS, OR BAD? Organic food is no healthier, study finds. “Researchers from the London School
“Researchers from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine said consumers were paying higher prices for organic food because of its perceived health benefits, creating a global organic market worth an estimated $48 billion in 2007. A systematic review of 162 scientific papers published in the scientific literature over the last 50 years, however, found there was no significant difference.”
Posted at by Glenn Reynolds at 2:36 pm"
“Researchers from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine said consumers were paying higher prices for organic food because of its perceived health benefits, creating a global organic market worth an estimated $48 billion in 2007. A systematic review of 162 scientific papers published in the scientific literature over the last 50 years, however, found there was no significant difference.”
Posted at by Glenn Reynolds at 2:36 pm"
AP sources: Govt to suspend 'cash for clunkers'
AP sources: Govt to suspend 'cash for clunkers': "Congressional officials say the government plans to suspend the popular 'cash for clunkers' program amid concerns it could quickly use up the $1 billion in rebates for new car purchases.
The Transportation Department called congressional offices late Thursday to alert them to the decision to halt the program, which offered owners of old cars and trucks $3,500 or $4,500 toward a new, more fuel-efficient vehicle."
The Transportation Department called congressional offices late Thursday to alert them to the decision to halt the program, which offered owners of old cars and trucks $3,500 or $4,500 toward a new, more fuel-efficient vehicle."
No. 3 at Justice OK'd Panther reversal
No. 3 at Justice OK'd Panther reversal
"Associate Attorney General Thomas J. Perrelli, the No. 3 official in the Obama Justice Department, was consulted and ultimately approved a decision in May to reverse course and drop a civil complaint accusing three members of the New Black Panther Party of intimidating voters in Philadelphia during November's election, according to interviews"
Black on black crime continues to be OK..... even federally protected, with B Hussein and his minions.....
"Associate Attorney General Thomas J. Perrelli, the No. 3 official in the Obama Justice Department, was consulted and ultimately approved a decision in May to reverse course and drop a civil complaint accusing three members of the New Black Panther Party of intimidating voters in Philadelphia during November's election, according to interviews"
Black on black crime continues to be OK..... even federally protected, with B Hussein and his minions.....
Pelosi lashes out against insurance companies
Pelosi lashes out against insurance companies
"U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday ramped up her criticism of insurance companies, accusing them of unethical behavior and working to kill a plan to create a new government-run health plan.'It's almost immoral what they are doing,' Pelosi said to reporters, referring to insurance companies. 'Of course they've been immoral all along in how they have treated the people that they insure,' she said, adding, 'They are the villains. They have been part of the problem in a major way. They are doing everything in their power to stop a public option from happening.'"
Say what?
And the Pelosi congress super-spenders are..........
"U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday ramped up her criticism of insurance companies, accusing them of unethical behavior and working to kill a plan to create a new government-run health plan.'It's almost immoral what they are doing,' Pelosi said to reporters, referring to insurance companies. 'Of course they've been immoral all along in how they have treated the people that they insure,' she said, adding, 'They are the villains. They have been part of the problem in a major way. They are doing everything in their power to stop a public option from happening.'"
Say what?
And the Pelosi congress super-spenders are..........
Video Shows ACORN Founder Wade Rathke Plotting America's Downfall
Video Shows ACORN Founder Wade Rathke Plotting America's Downfall
"On his TV show today, Glenn Beck spotlighted a fascinating interview that ACORNcracked.com editor Kyle Olson conducted with disgraced ACORN founder Wade Rathke."
This AMAZING expose is even better because it's Muskegon's own Kyle Olson who did the interview of the ACORN founder and was on Glenn beck's show last night!
Lucianne.com had this comment on their main page:
"On his TV show today, Glenn Beck spotlighted a fascinating interview that ACORNcracked.com editor Kyle Olson conducted with disgraced ACORN founder Wade Rathke."
This AMAZING expose is even better because it's Muskegon's own Kyle Olson who did the interview of the ACORN founder and was on Glenn beck's show last night!
Lucianne.com had this comment on their main page:
Video Shows ACORN Founder Wade RathkePlotting America's Downfall
Watch for stepped up attacks on Glenn Beck forhaving the stones to show us this.
We need more brave Americans like Kyle and Glenn!
Weak Treasury Sales Raise Worries About US Debt Burden
Weak Treasury Sales Raise Worries About US Debt Burden
"The U.S. Treasury sold $39 billion in five-year debt Wednesday in an auction that drew poor demand, raising worries over the cost of financing the government's burgeoning budget deficit.
It was the second lackluster showing in as many days,"
"The U.S. Treasury sold $39 billion in five-year debt Wednesday in an auction that drew poor demand, raising worries over the cost of financing the government's burgeoning budget deficit.
It was the second lackluster showing in as many days,"
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
:: Bersa Talk :: - IRAQ vs. D.C. DEATHS
:: Bersa Talk :: - IRAQ vs. D.C. DEATHS: "An interesting letter in the Australian Shooter Magazine this week, which I quote: 'If you consider that there has been an average of 160,000 troops in the Iraq theater of operations during the past 22 months, and a total of 2112 deaths, that gives a firearm death rate of 60 per 100,000 soldiers.
The firearm death rate in Washington, DC is 80.6 per 100,000 for the same period. That means you are about 25 per cent more likely to be shot and killed in the US capital, which has some of the strictest gun control laws in the US , than you are in Iraq .
Conclusion: The US should pull out of Washington"
The firearm death rate in Washington, DC is 80.6 per 100,000 for the same period. That means you are about 25 per cent more likely to be shot and killed in the US capital, which has some of the strictest gun control laws in the US , than you are in Iraq .
Conclusion: The US should pull out of Washington"
CARPE DIEM: More on Cash for Clunkers and Clunky Paperwork
CARPE DIEM: More on Cash for Clunkers and Clunky Paperwork: "Scott Lambert, vice president of the Minnesota Auto Dealers Association, said he was 'astounded' to learn at a meeting Tuesday representing about 150 Minnesota dealers that not one has had a deal approved. 'We had dealers representing 1,500 to 2,000 transactions,' he said. 'We asked how many had a deal approved yet, and not one hand went up.'
Lambert said the government has created a program that's 'so big and cumbersome that it can't find a way to accept anything."
Lambert said the government has created a program that's 'so big and cumbersome that it can't find a way to accept anything."
Massachusetts Lawmakers May Restore $2M Zoo Budget After Animal Death Threats
Massachusetts Lawmakers May Restore $2M Zoo Budget After Animal Death Threats
"BOSTON — Massachusetts lawmakers could vote as early as Wednesday on a plan to restore $2 million to the budget of the Boston area's two major zoos weeks after zoo officials raised the specter of animals being euthanized because of funding cuts.
Officials at Zoo New England said the Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and the Stone Zoo in Stoneham faced shutting down and the possibility that some zoo animals would have to be killed if lawmakers didn't restore a $4 million budget cut.
Gov. Deval Patrick has defended the cuts saying the zoos shouldn't be exempt from cuts during a fiscal crisis and that no animals were ever really threatened.
A bill set to come up before lawmakers would restore $2 million of the $4 million cut"
Don't forget to insure that abortion moneys aren't cut!
"BOSTON — Massachusetts lawmakers could vote as early as Wednesday on a plan to restore $2 million to the budget of the Boston area's two major zoos weeks after zoo officials raised the specter of animals being euthanized because of funding cuts.
Officials at Zoo New England said the Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and the Stone Zoo in Stoneham faced shutting down and the possibility that some zoo animals would have to be killed if lawmakers didn't restore a $4 million budget cut.
Gov. Deval Patrick has defended the cuts saying the zoos shouldn't be exempt from cuts during a fiscal crisis and that no animals were ever really threatened.
A bill set to come up before lawmakers would restore $2 million of the $4 million cut"
Don't forget to insure that abortion moneys aren't cut!
Analysis: Spartans count on freshmen
Analysis: Spartans count on freshmen
"'I think this past year's recruiting class really is the foundation for the future,' Dantonio said here Tuesday on at the conclusion of the Big Ten's two-day media sessions. 'I firmly believe that in the next four years, that group of players will see a Big Ten championship.'"
"'I think this past year's recruiting class really is the foundation for the future,' Dantonio said here Tuesday on at the conclusion of the Big Ten's two-day media sessions. 'I firmly believe that in the next four years, that group of players will see a Big Ten championship.'"
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Standish prison's closing on halt
Standish prison's closing on halt
"Standish Maximum Correctional Facility has been granted a reprieve from closure."
"Standish Maximum Correctional Facility has been granted a reprieve from closure."
Obama slammed as 'racist' at Jerusalem rally
Obama slammed as 'racist' at Jerusalem rally
"Speaking at the rally, Rabbi Eliezer Waldman, who heads the prestigious 'Nir' Torah seminary in the West Bank city of Kiryat Arba, called Obama a 'racist.'
'How dare he tell the Jews where they can or can't live! The era when Jews were banned from living in different places has ended,' Waldman exclaimed."
"Speaking at the rally, Rabbi Eliezer Waldman, who heads the prestigious 'Nir' Torah seminary in the West Bank city of Kiryat Arba, called Obama a 'racist.'
'How dare he tell the Jews where they can or can't live! The era when Jews were banned from living in different places has ended,' Waldman exclaimed."
Monday, July 27, 2009
Community activist Chris Ernvall dead at age 41 - Muskegon News - The Latest News, Blogs, Photos & Videos – MLive.com
Community activist Chris Ernvall dead at age 41 - Muskegon News - The Latest News, Blogs, Photos & Videos – MLive.com: "Chris Ernvall touched many people in his short life, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion to family, friends and the greater Muskegon community.
The 41-year-old vice president of investment firm Morgan Stanley in Norton Shores died early Sunday while at a gathering."
The 41-year-old vice president of investment firm Morgan Stanley in Norton Shores died early Sunday while at a gathering."
Big Brother may flick the switch on household appliances
Big Brother may flick the switch on household appliances: "The use of household appliances including dishwashers and washing machines could soon be under the control of power companies under plans designed to curb peak period energy consumption.
Queensland distributor Energex has revealed plans for wider use of 'controlled-load tariffs'"
Queensland distributor Energex has revealed plans for wider use of 'controlled-load tariffs'"
American Thinker Blog: What to Ask Your Congressperson about Obamacare (first in a series)
American Thinker Blog: What to Ask Your Congressperson about Obamacare (first in a series): "Here's the first installment in a series of questions you might ask your member of the House of Representatives concerning H.R. 3200 - also known as Obamacare.
The two-thousand, five-hundred and forty-one (2,541) sections of the bill can be found here. The emailed version my congressman's office sent me covers 1,026 pages and is written in the typical legislative labyrinth of gobbledygook, replete with multi-layered, mind-numbing, cross references."
The two-thousand, five-hundred and forty-one (2,541) sections of the bill can be found here. The emailed version my congressman's office sent me covers 1,026 pages and is written in the typical legislative labyrinth of gobbledygook, replete with multi-layered, mind-numbing, cross references."
FuturePundit: Germans To Pay Much For Offshore Wind Power
FuturePundit: Germans To Pay Much For Offshore Wind Power: "Germany is phasing out nuclear power plants before the end of their useful lives, building more coal electric plants, and will make Germans pay thru the nose for expensive offshore wind electric power."
Looking for Light in the Middle of the Tunnel
Looking for Light in the Middle of the Tunnel
"Liabilities to the police and fire pension funds have increased over the past year from $145 million to about a $158 million, Mr. Lyons said, and next year's contributions will increase from $12.7 million to about $14 million.
That figure does not represent the full make-up amount, Mr. Lyons said, because 'the actuary [Gabriel Roeder Smith] is smoothing it out for us [over more than one year].' Both pension funds are about 40 percent funded, he said, and that percentage [of the amount funded] will 'continue to drop because of the actuarial smoothing process.'"
It's the spending stupid!
"Liabilities to the police and fire pension funds have increased over the past year from $145 million to about a $158 million, Mr. Lyons said, and next year's contributions will increase from $12.7 million to about $14 million.
That figure does not represent the full make-up amount, Mr. Lyons said, because 'the actuary [Gabriel Roeder Smith] is smoothing it out for us [over more than one year].' Both pension funds are about 40 percent funded, he said, and that percentage [of the amount funded] will 'continue to drop because of the actuarial smoothing process.'"
It's the spending stupid!
Ban testing while driving
As Others See It: Ban testing while driving
"According to the Michigan State Medical Society, statistics show that drivers are six times more likely to become distracted and cause an accident if they are text messaging."
Maybe our underworked "lawmakers" ought to ban texting while writing headlines too.
"According to the Michigan State Medical Society, statistics show that drivers are six times more likely to become distracted and cause an accident if they are text messaging."
Maybe our underworked "lawmakers" ought to ban texting while writing headlines too.
Michigan not among states wanting to jam cell phone signals at prison facilities
Michigan not among states wanting to jam cell phone signals at prison facilities
"An influx in contraband cell phones in prisons has led some state corrections departments across the country to consider jamming telecommunications signals within prison facilities.
Last week officials from two dozen states signed a petition asking the Federal Communications Commission to allow the blocking, which is currently a criminal act. Michigan was not among them, because officials say smuggled cell phones aren't a big problem here."
"An influx in contraband cell phones in prisons has led some state corrections departments across the country to consider jamming telecommunications signals within prison facilities.
Last week officials from two dozen states signed a petition asking the Federal Communications Commission to allow the blocking, which is currently a criminal act. Michigan was not among them, because officials say smuggled cell phones aren't a big problem here."
THINGS YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED THIS WEEKEND:
THINGS YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED THIS WEEKEND
Planet-killing climate-changers brag.
Chris Dodd snubs lobbyists, but not their cash.
ACORN holds pro-Obamacare rally, Tea Party breaks out. Similar event here. Also, how to ruin a professional agitation group’s day.
Energy-wasting bureaucrats at the Department of Energy.
Robert Byrd is down on cap-and-trade. But can he withstand the giant-puppet assault?
News reports on the Richmond and Asheville tea parties.
Latest polling not looking good for Obama. Plus the CBO rains on the Obamacare parade again.
And, finally, this. Preacher: InstaPundit needs more sex. I respond with this post.
Posted at by Glenn Reynolds at 8:54 am
Planet-killing climate-changers brag.
Chris Dodd snubs lobbyists, but not their cash.
ACORN holds pro-Obamacare rally, Tea Party breaks out. Similar event here. Also, how to ruin a professional agitation group’s day.
Energy-wasting bureaucrats at the Department of Energy.
Robert Byrd is down on cap-and-trade. But can he withstand the giant-puppet assault?
News reports on the Richmond and Asheville tea parties.
Latest polling not looking good for Obama. Plus the CBO rains on the Obamacare parade again.
And, finally, this. Preacher: InstaPundit needs more sex. I respond with this post.
Posted at by Glenn Reynolds at 8:54 am
Detroit Metro Airport memo: Many shops could close without assistance
Detroit Metro Airport memo
"A memo obtained by the Detroit Free Press shows the operator of Detroit Metropolitan Airport warns many of the 120 businesses in the facility's terminals could close if they don't receive some assistance.
The newspaper reports Monday the Wayne County Airport Authority has developed a hardship plan that would defer payment of a portion of the fees the airport charges businesses."
So, the bankrupt Wayne County will direct its bankrupt airport authority to subsidize private businesses that are dying in Obama's socialistic paradise?
Maybe a few more $$trillion$$ of porkulus shifted to Detroit will bring relief!
"A memo obtained by the Detroit Free Press shows the operator of Detroit Metropolitan Airport warns many of the 120 businesses in the facility's terminals could close if they don't receive some assistance.
The newspaper reports Monday the Wayne County Airport Authority has developed a hardship plan that would defer payment of a portion of the fees the airport charges businesses."
So, the bankrupt Wayne County will direct its bankrupt airport authority to subsidize private businesses that are dying in Obama's socialistic paradise?
Maybe a few more $$trillion$$ of porkulus shifted to Detroit will bring relief!
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Yankee Lady -Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970) - Trivia
Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970) - Trivia
"One of the B-17's shown in the film has been fully restored and (as of 2000) is on display at the Yankee Air Force museum in Ypsilanti, MI"
That's the Yankee Lady that was in Muskegon yesterday.
"One of the B-17's shown in the film has been fully restored and (as of 2000) is on display at the Yankee Air Force museum in Ypsilanti, MI"
That's the Yankee Lady that was in Muskegon yesterday.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
THE RELIGIOUS QUALITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL EXTREMISM
THE RELIGIOUS QUALITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL EXTREMISM
"I think that people start with a desire to be extremists — or, at least, to feel good about themselves and condemn others — and then look around for an ideology that gives them what they want. The actual merits are far less important, as is demonstrated by the transparent idiocy of most ideologies."
"I think that people start with a desire to be extremists — or, at least, to feel good about themselves and condemn others — and then look around for an ideology that gives them what they want. The actual merits are far less important, as is demonstrated by the transparent idiocy of most ideologies."
Twenty-four Trillion
Twenty-four Trillion
"US Special Inspector General Neil Barofsky, who job it is to oversee the Troubled Asset Relief Program ('TARP'), has opined in his new quarterly report to Congress and testified before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee that the real, total cost of all the BailOuts since last Fall could well exceed $24 Trillion, spread across some 50 different efforts at relief -
that's Trillion, with a 'T.'
Now go clean up the coffee that you just spilled all over your computer;
I'll wait."
"US Special Inspector General Neil Barofsky, who job it is to oversee the Troubled Asset Relief Program ('TARP'), has opined in his new quarterly report to Congress and testified before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee that the real, total cost of all the BailOuts since last Fall could well exceed $24 Trillion, spread across some 50 different efforts at relief -
that's Trillion, with a 'T.'
Now go clean up the coffee that you just spilled all over your computer;
I'll wait."
Friday, July 24, 2009
Politicians, Heal Thyselves!
Politicians, Heal Thyselves!
"During ABC's June 24 infomercial for government-run health care broadcast from the White House, President Obama was asked if he and his family would abide by the restrictions and limitations that came with his proposed reforms.
In what Ed Morrissey at HotAir.com called 'Obama's Michael Dukakis moment,' President Obama refused to make such a pledge and confessed that if 'it's my family member, if it's my wife, if it's my children, if it's my grandmother, I always want them to get the very best care.'"
And that ain't what the democrats are trying to sell to us voters!
"During ABC's June 24 infomercial for government-run health care broadcast from the White House, President Obama was asked if he and his family would abide by the restrictions and limitations that came with his proposed reforms.
In what Ed Morrissey at HotAir.com called 'Obama's Michael Dukakis moment,' President Obama refused to make such a pledge and confessed that if 'it's my family member, if it's my wife, if it's my children, if it's my grandmother, I always want them to get the very best care.'"
And that ain't what the democrats are trying to sell to us voters!
Restored B-17 bomber 'Yankee Lady' coming to Muskegon County Airport
comments from Mlive:
Posted by Begotnot on 07/24/09 at 1:31PM
"Say what you may, but I wish they would not fly those old airplanes over my house."
Posted by mhev1970 on 07/24/09 at 3:50PM
"This plane is the reason you have a home and are not speaking German. Get over it."
Thanks to mhev1970 for this response and to my friend Cal for alerting me to this great response!
Posted by Begotnot on 07/24/09 at 1:31PM
"Say what you may, but I wish they would not fly those old airplanes over my house."
Posted by mhev1970 on 07/24/09 at 3:50PM
"This plane is the reason you have a home and are not speaking German. Get over it."
Thanks to mhev1970 for this response and to my friend Cal for alerting me to this great response!
High-speed hydrogen rail: From Grand Rapids to Detroit in 40 minutes?
High-speed hydrogen rail: From Grand Rapids to Detroit in 40 minutes?
"The public gets a chance next week to comment on a plan to build a futuristic high-speed rail system along Michigan's interstates, allowing people and cars to travel from Grand Rapids to Detroit in less than an hour.
The Michigan-meets-'The Jetsons' concept is being studied by a bipartisan state panel holding meetings around the state in an attempt to gauge public support."
Say what?
Who wants to travel on a train to Detroit?
And if there's lot's of folks who want to do so, and it's such a great idea it'll produce a profit, why have a panel to "guage public support"?
Grab the Vasoline folks, our elected "leaders" are spending our tax dollars to have a multi-visit-luncheon to propose an idea that could NEVER survive in a capitalistic world.
So, if you like the lunch.... imagine a "free" zippy ride to downtown Detroit!
It's gonna happen unless we stop it!
Go there!!!!!!
What: A public hearing on the environmental impact of a plan to build an elevated hydrogen-based high speed rail system to transport people and freight from Detroit to Grand Rapids along Michigan's interstate system.
When: Friday July 31
Where: 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Eberhard Center, Grand Valley State University in downtown Grand Rapids, 301 W. Fulton St.
Who: A bipartisan state task force that is studying the potential of the project, which is proposed by a private company says it will share revenues with the state and local government.
"The public gets a chance next week to comment on a plan to build a futuristic high-speed rail system along Michigan's interstates, allowing people and cars to travel from Grand Rapids to Detroit in less than an hour.
The Michigan-meets-'The Jetsons' concept is being studied by a bipartisan state panel holding meetings around the state in an attempt to gauge public support."
Say what?
Who wants to travel on a train to Detroit?
And if there's lot's of folks who want to do so, and it's such a great idea it'll produce a profit, why have a panel to "guage public support"?
Grab the Vasoline folks, our elected "leaders" are spending our tax dollars to have a multi-visit-luncheon to propose an idea that could NEVER survive in a capitalistic world.
So, if you like the lunch.... imagine a "free" zippy ride to downtown Detroit!
It's gonna happen unless we stop it!
Go there!!!!!!
What: A public hearing on the environmental impact of a plan to build an elevated hydrogen-based high speed rail system to transport people and freight from Detroit to Grand Rapids along Michigan's interstate system.
When: Friday July 31
Where: 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Eberhard Center, Grand Valley State University in downtown Grand Rapids, 301 W. Fulton St.
Who: A bipartisan state task force that is studying the potential of the project, which is proposed by a private company says it will share revenues with the state and local government.
Governments have to get real about retirement benefit costs - Newsday
Governments have to get real about retirement benefit costs
"General Motors may not be the only employer to go broke trying to pay for the health care benefits of its workers. New York's taxpayers could be next.
Nationwide, the liability for all the benefits promised retired state workers is $558 billion, according to a report released last week by the Center for State and Local Government Excellence."
"General Motors may not be the only employer to go broke trying to pay for the health care benefits of its workers. New York's taxpayers could be next.
Nationwide, the liability for all the benefits promised retired state workers is $558 billion, according to a report released last week by the Center for State and Local Government Excellence."
Goat Olympics noon today!
Obama poll numbers tank!
Rasmussen Reports™: Obama polls slip
"Overall, 49% of voters say they at least somewhat approve of the President's performance.
Today marks the first time his overall approval rating has ever fallen below 50% among Likely Voters nationwide. Fifty-one percent (51%) disapprove."
And this is before the president publically dissed the white policeman.
"Overall, 49% of voters say they at least somewhat approve of the President's performance.
Today marks the first time his overall approval rating has ever fallen below 50% among Likely Voters nationwide. Fifty-one percent (51%) disapprove."
And this is before the president publically dissed the white policeman.
The Muskegon Comical
The Muskegon Comical
"If he’d been pouring French dressing from a Kraft bottle onto iceberg I might have cut him a little slack but I felt like saying “Excuse me sir, I think I just saw your left testicle roll over by the bike rack.”
His wife was sitting next to him beaming like “Look, ladies, I’m eating salad in a park with my husband!” while he just looked at me like a beaten dog.
I think he may have blinked “Please kill me” in Morse code.
And somewhere between those two worlds, the world of dirty nails, Keystone Light and back hair and the world of company towels, crossover cars, and sun tea lays normalcy."
Tracy's still got it!
"If he’d been pouring French dressing from a Kraft bottle onto iceberg I might have cut him a little slack but I felt like saying “Excuse me sir, I think I just saw your left testicle roll over by the bike rack.”
His wife was sitting next to him beaming like “Look, ladies, I’m eating salad in a park with my husband!” while he just looked at me like a beaten dog.
I think he may have blinked “Please kill me” in Morse code.
And somewhere between those two worlds, the world of dirty nails, Keystone Light and back hair and the world of company towels, crossover cars, and sun tea lays normalcy."
Tracy's still got it!
Gordo's musings
My health insurance:
I pay $195/mo with a $2500 deductible and have many pre-existing health issues.
That's less than most "po folks" pay for cell phones, cable TV and beer.
Why should I pay for MY health insurance AND theirs?
That's less than most "po folks" pay for cell phones, cable TV and beer.
Why should I pay for MY health insurance AND theirs?
I am opposed to the forced taxpayer support of NPR/PBS so I try to avoid those companies that support them with advertising on their shows. I wonder if anyone else does the same. Do the NPR/PBS advertisers understand this backlash potential?
Are libs upset that keeping Guantanamo open is great news for that taxpaying enterprise "Club Gitmo Gear" owned by Rush Limbaugh?
Thursday, July 23, 2009
TheHill.com
TheHill.com: "President Obama's Wednesday night criticism of Cambridge, Mass., police has drawn a rebuke from the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)."
43 weird things said in job interviews
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43 weird things said in job interviews
"I'm not wanted in this state.'
'How many young women work here?'
'I didn't steal it; I just borrowed it.'
'You touch somebody and they call it sexual harassment!'
'I've never heard such a stupid question.'
Believe it or not, the above statements weren't overhead in bars or random conversations -- they were said in job interviews."
"I'm not wanted in this state.'
'How many young women work here?'
'I didn't steal it; I just borrowed it.'
'You touch somebody and they call it sexual harassment!'
'I've never heard such a stupid question.'
Believe it or not, the above statements weren't overhead in bars or random conversations -- they were said in job interviews."
B-17 in Muskegon Saturday!
The B-17, Yankee Lady, will be in Muskegon this Saturday (July 25) at Muskegon Airport for everyone to greet and meet the crew!
She's expected to arrive about 9-9:30 AM and will be parked at Executive Air, right next to the main Muskegon Airport terminal.
Executive Air's Rex Vanderlinde has invited all to see her land and takeoff.
Coffee and donuts will be available.
Come on out and see an American legend and support the great Yankee Airforce crew who keeps her flying.
Oh, did I mention it's free?
Come on down!
Senate Backs Obama, Defunds Jet Engine Project - Political News - FOXNews.com
Senate Backs Obama, Defunds Jet Engine Project - Political News - FOXNews.com: "For the second time in three days, the U.S. Senate went along with the Obama administration's efforts to change the way the Pentagon funds its warfighting programs by stopping funding for an extra jet engine for a next-generation jet fighter.
The Senate voice-voted Thursday to remove $439 million that was set aside to develop an alternate engine for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter from a $680 billion defense budget bill.
This comes two days after the Senate agreed to take out $1.75 billion for new production of the F-22 fighter, which is being phased out as the F-35 becomes the military's prime attack plane."
The Senate voice-voted Thursday to remove $439 million that was set aside to develop an alternate engine for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter from a $680 billion defense budget bill.
This comes two days after the Senate agreed to take out $1.75 billion for new production of the F-22 fighter, which is being phased out as the F-35 becomes the military's prime attack plane."
Democrats Block GOP Health Care Mailing
Democrats Block GOP Health Care Mailing
"Democrats are preventing Republican House Members from sending their constituents a mailing that is critical of the majority’s health care reform plan, blocking the mailing by alleging that it is inaccurate.
House Republicans are crying foul and claiming that the Democrats are using their majority to prevent GOP Members from communicating with their constituents."
This is disturbing.
"Democrats are preventing Republican House Members from sending their constituents a mailing that is critical of the majority’s health care reform plan, blocking the mailing by alleging that it is inaccurate.
House Republicans are crying foul and claiming that the Democrats are using their majority to prevent GOP Members from communicating with their constituents."
This is disturbing.
Muskegon County Youth Fair-Go now!
This is a fabulous FREE event in our community.
Why are you sittin' home watchin' TV?
Get on down to this really fun event!
NOW!
Main page:
Here's the schedule of events:
Gordo's Musings
President Obama said this yesterday:
"I'm rushed because I get letters every day from families that are being clobbered by health care costs."
Doesn't he get letters "everyday" from Americans who are afraid their children will be buried in debt from Obama and his comrades endlessly spending their country into bankruptcy?
Maybe "Government Provided Postal Delivery (Mail-Care)" simply lost those letters.......?
You know you've gotten old when:
I saw a young mother taking a photo of her Mom and child at the Muskegon County Youth Fair today and offered to take a shot of all of them. She said "sure, thanks".
I took a few photos and gave her back her camera....she thanked me very nicely..... "thank you sir"......
"I'm rushed because I get letters every day from families that are being clobbered by health care costs."
Doesn't he get letters "everyday" from Americans who are afraid their children will be buried in debt from Obama and his comrades endlessly spending their country into bankruptcy?
Maybe "Government Provided Postal Delivery (Mail-Care)" simply lost those letters.......?
You know you've gotten old when:
I saw a young mother taking a photo of her Mom and child at the Muskegon County Youth Fair today and offered to take a shot of all of them. She said "sure, thanks".
I took a few photos and gave her back her camera....she thanked me very nicely..... "thank you sir"......
Norton Shores will have a primary election next week.
I know 2 of the three candidates and yet have absolutely no information on how any of them would lead our city.
That's sad...... and bad!
Mayoral primary coming up in Norton Shores
Mayoral primary coming up in Norton Shores
"A sight that is usually reserved for November city elections is a sure sign that an unusual event is coming soon.
Political signs are dotting the yards of Norton Shores residences in preparation for the Aug. 4 primary election. A rare Norton Shores mayoral primary is the only race on that date in Muskegon County.
Three candidates -- incumbent Henry 'Hank' Waldo, 63; Gary Nelund, 39; and William Moulatsiotis, 28 -- are vying for the four-year term as mayor. Waldo has served as mayor since March, taking over after the death of Jerry L. Wiersma.
The top two vote-getters in the primary will square off in the Nov. 3 general election."
Isn't is sad that this tiny piece of drivel is the best our local newspaper can offer as "information" about a very important primary election in the most powerful city in our county?
Even sadder is that this void is the norm.....
"A sight that is usually reserved for November city elections is a sure sign that an unusual event is coming soon.
Political signs are dotting the yards of Norton Shores residences in preparation for the Aug. 4 primary election. A rare Norton Shores mayoral primary is the only race on that date in Muskegon County.
Three candidates -- incumbent Henry 'Hank' Waldo, 63; Gary Nelund, 39; and William Moulatsiotis, 28 -- are vying for the four-year term as mayor. Waldo has served as mayor since March, taking over after the death of Jerry L. Wiersma.
The top two vote-getters in the primary will square off in the Nov. 3 general election."
Isn't is sad that this tiny piece of drivel is the best our local newspaper can offer as "information" about a very important primary election in the most powerful city in our county?
Even sadder is that this void is the norm.....
Families remember fatal boat crash 50 years later
"Even after 50 years, a night-time collision between a cabin cruiser and the car ferry Highway 16 still stands as Muskegon's worst boating accident in living memory."
Interesting story and amazing vintage photo of LST 393
Public Pension Rip Off: Will It Hurt You?
Public Pension Rip Off: Will It Hurt You?
"The Wall Street Journal ran a great article yesterday on what I would consider a major problem for public pensions, and it’s called spiking.
Spiking occurs when a public employee substantially increases his or her pay in the year or two prior to retirement for the purpose of locking in a higher pension payment.
If you’re a public employee, particularly a younger employee, this practice may jeopardize the security of your pension.
How does spiking work?"
Read it all.... and call and write your congressman and newspaper.
This is nothing more than a criminal enterprise to steal from us taxpayers!
"The Wall Street Journal ran a great article yesterday on what I would consider a major problem for public pensions, and it’s called spiking.
Spiking occurs when a public employee substantially increases his or her pay in the year or two prior to retirement for the purpose of locking in a higher pension payment.
If you’re a public employee, particularly a younger employee, this practice may jeopardize the security of your pension.
How does spiking work?"
Read it all.... and call and write your congressman and newspaper.
This is nothing more than a criminal enterprise to steal from us taxpayers!
12 Strangest Promotions & Combos
12 Strangest Promotions & Combos
"Free machine gun with every truck purchased"
These promos are funny but this one shows, again, how the left has mis-educated too many Americans about the difference between an illegal machine gun (an automatic weapon) and a legal "semi-automatic" (one shot at a time) weapon.
"Free machine gun with every truck purchased"
These promos are funny but this one shows, again, how the left has mis-educated too many Americans about the difference between an illegal machine gun (an automatic weapon) and a legal "semi-automatic" (one shot at a time) weapon.
Having lifted an entire state with a thrilling run to the championship game...
Having lifted an entire state with a thrilling run to the championship game..
"The basement is filled with photographs of basketball players, but the picture that captures Izzo's attention is of a shopping mall."
"The basement is filled with photographs of basketball players, but the picture that captures Izzo's attention is of a shopping mall."
Great Spartan story!
Read it all!
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
GM global sales fall 22 pct in first half of 2009
GM global sales fall 22 pct in first half of 2009
"* Q2 sales fall 15.4 pct, first half sales fall 21.8 pct
* First half global market share 12 pct, down 0.3 pct pt"
"* Q2 sales fall 15.4 pct, first half sales fall 21.8 pct
* First half global market share 12 pct, down 0.3 pct pt"
New GM to launch fragrance line
New GM to launch fragrance line
Think of "Cadillac, the new fragrance for men."
Sputtering General Motors Co., just out of a quick drive through bankruptcy court, will soon be using its iconic Cadillac brand to sell a line of fragrance for men.
......"Cadillac, the new fragrance for men is part of the recent Cadillac renaissance: Hot new products and redesigns that capture the mantra of life, liberty and the pursuit," said Alwyn Stephen, a Beauty Contact director.
"Our fragrance is a relevant extension of the Cadillac lifestyle."
The line includes a spray, aftershave lotion, deodorant stick, hair and body wash. Some products will come in translucent glass bottles with sleek metal caps. The retail price for a 100 millilitre bottle of the eau de toilette fragrance will be $73.
"The design pays tribute to the opulence and extravagance of past eras, as well as the luxury and ease of today," the firm added.
Gotta love that gov'ment marketing expertise...doncha!
Think of "Cadillac, the new fragrance for men."
Sputtering General Motors Co., just out of a quick drive through bankruptcy court, will soon be using its iconic Cadillac brand to sell a line of fragrance for men.
......"Cadillac, the new fragrance for men is part of the recent Cadillac renaissance: Hot new products and redesigns that capture the mantra of life, liberty and the pursuit," said Alwyn Stephen, a Beauty Contact director.
"Our fragrance is a relevant extension of the Cadillac lifestyle."
The line includes a spray, aftershave lotion, deodorant stick, hair and body wash. Some products will come in translucent glass bottles with sleek metal caps. The retail price for a 100 millilitre bottle of the eau de toilette fragrance will be $73.
"The design pays tribute to the opulence and extravagance of past eras, as well as the luxury and ease of today," the firm added.
Gotta love that gov'ment marketing expertise...doncha!
Obama’s Sinking Approval Ratings Are Even Worse Than They Look
Obama’s Sinking Approval Ratings Are Even Worse Than They Look
"He is less popular than both Jimmy Carter and George H. W. Bush were at the same period—and they both lost their bids for a second term."
"He is less popular than both Jimmy Carter and George H. W. Bush were at the same period—and they both lost their bids for a second term."
Obama wins battle to halt F-22s
Obama wins battle to halt F-22s
"The F-22 is the Air Force's mainstay for air-to-air combat. The Pentagon has emphasized the need for the single-engine F-35s, which are primarily deployed to attack ground targets and would replace the F-16 and the A-10 aircraft."
"The F-22 is the Air Force's mainstay for air-to-air combat. The Pentagon has emphasized the need for the single-engine F-35s, which are primarily deployed to attack ground targets and would replace the F-16 and the A-10 aircraft."
Opposition to state budget deal mounts
Opposition to state budget deal mounts
"Republicans threatened to back out of the deal over a provision to cut the number of prison inmates by 27,000."
Buy a gun, lock your doors.
State employee automatic pay increases, uber-benefits and "retire-at-50 (or earlier!)" retirement plans are MUCH more important than the safety of California residents.
Bummer dudes!
"Republicans threatened to back out of the deal over a provision to cut the number of prison inmates by 27,000."
Buy a gun, lock your doors.
State employee automatic pay increases, uber-benefits and "retire-at-50 (or earlier!)" retirement plans are MUCH more important than the safety of California residents.
Bummer dudes!
Great Lakes Water Levels Increasing. Global Warming Alarmists Still Claim They Will Fall!
Great Lakes Water Levels Increasing. Global Warming Alarmists Still Claim They Will Fall!
"Unfortunately for the ignorant MSM, observable data contradicts their assertions and alarmism."
Who you gonna believe, the "unbiased" liberal media........ or your lying eyes?
"Unfortunately for the ignorant MSM, observable data contradicts their assertions and alarmism."
Who you gonna believe, the "unbiased" liberal media........ or your lying eyes?
Eat This, Not That - The No-Diet Weight Loss Solution From Men's Health
Eat This, Not That - The No-Diet Weight Loss Solution From Men's Health
"Click through to see the 30 worst foods in America – if you can stomach it."
"Click through to see the 30 worst foods in America – if you can stomach it."
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Czar 54, Who Are You?
Czar 54, Who Are You?
"Our new science czar, John Holdren, once backed compulsory sterilization and forced abortion as part of a government population-control program."
"Our new science czar, John Holdren, once backed compulsory sterilization and forced abortion as part of a government population-control program."
A different take on moon landing
A different take on moon landing
"I, too, remember where I was and what I was doing on that day, However, I did not hear the news of the moon landing for several more years.
I was a prisoner of war in North Vietnam and on July 20, 1969, I was in a small box that sat out in the sun"
"I, too, remember where I was and what I was doing on that day, However, I did not hear the news of the moon landing for several more years.
I was a prisoner of war in North Vietnam and on July 20, 1969, I was in a small box that sat out in the sun"
Monday, July 20, 2009
SOARING SALES for Hayek’s The Road To Serfdom. Maybe because that’s what we’re becoming?
SOARING SALES for Hayek’s The Road To Serfdom. Maybe because that’s what we’re becoming?
Maybe because that’s what we’re becoming?
Other books doing well were described here."
I've got my copy..... thanks Cal!
Maybe because that’s what we’re becoming?
Other books doing well were described here."
I've got my copy..... thanks Cal!
Only ABC Cites 'Devastating' CBO Judgment and 50%+ Tax Rates to Pay for Health Care
Only ABC Cites 'Devastating' CBO Judgment and 50%+ Tax Rates to Pay for Health Care
"Neither the CBS Evening News nor NBC Nightly News ran a health care story on Thursday night."
"Neither the CBS Evening News nor NBC Nightly News ran a health care story on Thursday night."
Not so stimulating
Not so stimulating
"According to the state office responsible for tracking the money, New Hampshire has received so far $413.6 million in stimulus funds, which have resulted in the creation of 50 jobs, all in government, most of them temporary and only 34 of them full time. That comes to a cost of $8.32 million per job, or nearly $10 million per full time job, if we assume that two of the part-time jobs equal one full-time job."
"According to the state office responsible for tracking the money, New Hampshire has received so far $413.6 million in stimulus funds, which have resulted in the creation of 50 jobs, all in government, most of them temporary and only 34 of them full time. That comes to a cost of $8.32 million per job, or nearly $10 million per full time job, if we assume that two of the part-time jobs equal one full-time job."
Muskegon residents asked to sound off on state's future for think tank
Muskegon residents asked to sound off on state's future for think tank
"A free, two-hour group conversation July 28 on issues facing the state will be offered by The Center for Michigan, a nonpartisan Ann Arbor think tank.
The 7:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. 'community conversation' will be at the Holiday Inn Muskegon Harbor, 939 Third."
"A free, two-hour group conversation July 28 on issues facing the state will be offered by The Center for Michigan, a nonpartisan Ann Arbor think tank.
The 7:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. 'community conversation' will be at the Holiday Inn Muskegon Harbor, 939 Third."
SAN FRANCISCO OFFICIALS PERMIT POLICE AND FIREFIGHTER ‘PENSION SPIKING’
SAN FRANCISCO OFFICIALS PERMIT POLICE AND FIREFIGHTER ‘PENSION SPIKING’ - GRAND JURY ALLEGATION
"55 percent of safety officers who retired between 1998 and 2008 receive a pension that was more than their annual compensation [or salary] at retirement.”
All obtained by fraud?
"55 percent of safety officers who retired between 1998 and 2008 receive a pension that was more than their annual compensation [or salary] at retirement.”
All obtained by fraud?
Rexrode: Spartans aren't No. 1, but they'll be in top 5
Rexrode: Spartans aren't No. 1, but they'll be in top 5
"4. MSU: Seven of the top nine are back.
If everyone takes a step forward, Delvon Roe keeps getting healthier and Raymar Morgan plays like he did before mononucleosis nailed him in January, this will be an excellent team.
If Tom Herzog and incoming freshmen Garrick Sherman and Derrick Nix do something with the center position, it can be another great team."
"4. MSU: Seven of the top nine are back.
If everyone takes a step forward, Delvon Roe keeps getting healthier and Raymar Morgan plays like he did before mononucleosis nailed him in January, this will be an excellent team.
If Tom Herzog and incoming freshmen Garrick Sherman and Derrick Nix do something with the center position, it can be another great team."
July 17th Nationalized Healthcare Protest « Asheville “Tea Party” Protest
July 17th Nationalized Healthcare Protest « Asheville “Tea Party” Protest
"All of which prompts the question: If 250 people gather in the name of health freedom and AC-T, MtnXpress, and Tribune reporters aren’t there to cover it, are the Asheville Citizen-Times, the Mountain Xpress, and the Tribune Papers still fishwrap?"
"All of which prompts the question: If 250 people gather in the name of health freedom and AC-T, MtnXpress, and Tribune reporters aren’t there to cover it, are the Asheville Citizen-Times, the Mountain Xpress, and the Tribune Papers still fishwrap?"
Poor in Colorado may get free phones
Poor in Colorado may get free phones
"Thousands of low-income Coloradans reliant on public assistance could get a free cellphone under a plan before the state Public Utilities Commission."
"Thousands of low-income Coloradans reliant on public assistance could get a free cellphone under a plan before the state Public Utilities Commission."
God, Guns, Guts, and CNN's Idiot Reporters
God, Guns, Guts, and CNN's Idiot Reporters
"You don't have a problem with God, do ya?'
This is a question posed to CNN reporter Carol Costello during a recent interview with Mark Muller, a Missouri car dealer whose company is offering an unusual incentive: a free AK-47 with the purchase of a vehicle.
Thanks to Muller, we now know Costello doesn't have a problem with God. (She answered in the negative).
We also know she's, for lack of a more dignified term--not because I can't think of one but because she doesn't deserve it--just plain dumb."
"You don't have a problem with God, do ya?'
This is a question posed to CNN reporter Carol Costello during a recent interview with Mark Muller, a Missouri car dealer whose company is offering an unusual incentive: a free AK-47 with the purchase of a vehicle.
Thanks to Muller, we now know Costello doesn't have a problem with God. (She answered in the negative).
We also know she's, for lack of a more dignified term--not because I can't think of one but because she doesn't deserve it--just plain dumb."
INTELLIGENCE GAMES
INTELLIGENCE GAMES
"These new allegations, letters and calls for investigations are part of a strategy by Democrats to attack intelligence personnel and agencies. Why? To protect House Speaker Nancy Pelosi -- who is in hot water over her May 14 comments that the CIA 'lies all the time' and misled her about enhanced interrogation of terrorist suspects."
"These new allegations, letters and calls for investigations are part of a strategy by Democrats to attack intelligence personnel and agencies. Why? To protect House Speaker Nancy Pelosi -- who is in hot water over her May 14 comments that the CIA 'lies all the time' and misled her about enhanced interrogation of terrorist suspects."
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