Letters: Use science, economics when discussing wind farms
"All mega wind farms produce power at significantly higher cost than any other means.
When the various subsidies are removed, the cost is as much as 10 times greater than coal.
All wind projects are subsidized, even those in Europe.
None makes money."
Excellent letter
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Democrats Reject 5% Down Payment Rule
Democrats Reject 5% Down Payment Rule
"The Senate today rejected a proposal by Sen. Bob Corker, R-Tenn., to impose a minimum 5% down payment for virtually all home mortgages.
The amendment to the broader financial regulatory overhaul bill, which failed 42-57, would have required income verification and an assessment of borrowers’ ability to repay as well."
"The Senate today rejected a proposal by Sen. Bob Corker, R-Tenn., to impose a minimum 5% down payment for virtually all home mortgages.
The amendment to the broader financial regulatory overhaul bill, which failed 42-57, would have required income verification and an assessment of borrowers’ ability to repay as well."
Prosecutor says Muskegon Heights Police Department evidence room was 'in complete disarray'; Michigan State Police investigating
Prosecutor says Muskegon Heights Police Department evidence room was 'in complete disarray'; Michigan State Police investigating
"The Muskegon Heights Police Department has not properly secured evidence from hundreds of cases in its property room, and now authorities are concerned that money or other evidence may have been taken, according to the Muskegon County Prosecutor’s Office."
Oh yeah, and how 'bout any cases that relied on the Heights police "professionalism"?
This ought to be a big surprise to any citizen but it is the reality of Muskegon Heights today.
And this type of non-professional is the "standard" of the "leadership" of the Heights.
Until that disaster of a city elects and appoints qualified leaders, they will continue to suffer.
The days of morons, crooks and thieves have got to be getting old to the responsible residents of Muskegon Heights.
"The Muskegon Heights Police Department has not properly secured evidence from hundreds of cases in its property room, and now authorities are concerned that money or other evidence may have been taken, according to the Muskegon County Prosecutor’s Office."
Oh yeah, and how 'bout any cases that relied on the Heights police "professionalism"?
This ought to be a big surprise to any citizen but it is the reality of Muskegon Heights today.
And this type of non-professional is the "standard" of the "leadership" of the Heights.
Until that disaster of a city elects and appoints qualified leaders, they will continue to suffer.
The days of morons, crooks and thieves have got to be getting old to the responsible residents of Muskegon Heights.
Michigan Average Teacher Salaries Continue to Rise
Michigan Average Teacher Salaries Continue to Rise [Mackinac Center]
"counting salaries of teachers in conventional schools (93 percent of all teachers) produces an average salary of $62,556."
"Underpaid" teachers?
Less than 6 months of work......rotten product.....early retirement.......guilt edged benefits...... underpaid?
"counting salaries of teachers in conventional schools (93 percent of all teachers) produces an average salary of $62,556."
"Underpaid" teachers?
Less than 6 months of work......rotten product.....early retirement.......guilt edged benefits...... underpaid?
Pay No Attention To The Inflation Problem
Pay No Attention To The Inflation Problem NetRight Daily
"Severe inflation is coming, and unless the Government reverses its actions immediately, the 535 Mary Poppins’ of Congress will have created the monster that they claim they are trying to prevent."
"Severe inflation is coming, and unless the Government reverses its actions immediately, the 535 Mary Poppins’ of Congress will have created the monster that they claim they are trying to prevent."
Paul Ryan: Radical or Sellout? - Reason Magazine
Paul Ryan: Radical or Sellout? - Reason Magazine
PAUL RYAN, free market extremist:.....
Paul Ryan, free market sellout:........
Which of these two snapshots represents the real Ryan?
They both do.
A very interesting analysis of the GOP's best hope for victory...at whatever level Ryan wants.
PAUL RYAN, free market extremist:.....
Paul Ryan, free market sellout:........
Which of these two snapshots represents the real Ryan?
They both do.
A very interesting analysis of the GOP's best hope for victory...at whatever level Ryan wants.
Don't use oil spill as excuse to deep-six domestic drilling
Our view on energy: Don't use oil spill as excuse to deep-six domestic drilling - USATODAY.com
"The easy thing to do after the catastrophic oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico would be to kill President Obama's shiny new plan to expand offshore drilling.
Many formerly pro-drilling coastal politicians, from California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to Florida Gov. Charlie Crist, are calling for doing just that."
"The easy thing to do after the catastrophic oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico would be to kill President Obama's shiny new plan to expand offshore drilling.
Many formerly pro-drilling coastal politicians, from California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to Florida Gov. Charlie Crist, are calling for doing just that."
Who Will Bail Out America?
The American Spectator : Who Will Bail Out America?
"Social Security, Medicare and the retirement of the baby boom generation wasn't enough of a burden for the American taxpayer.
We will now be paying as well for the generous pensions of Greek bureaucrats retiring in the warm Mediterranean sun at age 55, thanks to the foresighted leadership of our very own international statesman, Barack Obama."
"Social Security, Medicare and the retirement of the baby boom generation wasn't enough of a burden for the American taxpayer.
We will now be paying as well for the generous pensions of Greek bureaucrats retiring in the warm Mediterranean sun at age 55, thanks to the foresighted leadership of our very own international statesman, Barack Obama."
CBO: Health Care Bill Will Cost $115 Billion More Than Previously Assessed
CBO: Health Care Bill Will Cost $115 Billion More Than Previously Assessed
"The director of the Congressional Budget Office said Tuesday that the health care reform legislation would cost, over the next ten years, $115 billion more than previously thought, bringing the total cost to more than $1 trillion."
BIG surprise.......right?
"The director of the Congressional Budget Office said Tuesday that the health care reform legislation would cost, over the next ten years, $115 billion more than previously thought, bringing the total cost to more than $1 trillion."
BIG surprise.......right?
Video: A Day in the Life of the Regulatory State
Video: A Day in the Life of the Regulatory State
"A few days ago, we wrote about the EPA's shameless and wasteful video contest soliciting the submission of YouTube videos explaining the alleged benefits of government regulations.
Our friends at the Competitive Enterprise Institute submitted the video below - check it out:"
"A few days ago, we wrote about the EPA's shameless and wasteful video contest soliciting the submission of YouTube videos explaining the alleged benefits of government regulations.
Our friends at the Competitive Enterprise Institute submitted the video below - check it out:"
Harvard Astrophysicist: Global Warming Probabilities Are Absolute Crap, The AGW Movement is All About Profit
YID With LID: Harvard Astrophysicist: Global Warming Probabilities Are Absolute Crap, The AGW Movement is All About Profit
"Soon is known for his view that most global warming is caused by solar variation (the normal cycle of sunspots).
Dr Soon questions the theory that man-made green house gases have created global warming trend.
In fact Soon believes the earth is and cooling.
He also believes that some of the 'numbers crunching' used to come up with the global warming theory is crap and that its about time his fellow scientists to “take back climate science.” and stop catering to the moonbats crying wolf."
"Soon is known for his view that most global warming is caused by solar variation (the normal cycle of sunspots).
Dr Soon questions the theory that man-made green house gases have created global warming trend.
In fact Soon believes the earth is and cooling.
He also believes that some of the 'numbers crunching' used to come up with the global warming theory is crap and that its about time his fellow scientists to “take back climate science.” and stop catering to the moonbats crying wolf."
Cape Wind rate shock
Cape Wind rate shock - BostonHerald.com
"The controversial Cape Wind project will cost taxpayers and ratepayers more than $2 billion to build - three times its original estimate.
That colossal cost is the driving force behind the sky-high electric rates it plans to charge Massachusetts customers in coming years."
Nothing new here.
Only the delusional and the ill educated believe that wind power is anything other than a scam to empower and enrich a select few.
Anyone want to bet what will happen to electric rates if we Michigan fools allow the "wind farms" to desecrate our lakeshore?
http://muskegonpundit.blogspot.com/2009/07/futurepundit-germans-to-pay-much-for.html
and this
http://muskegonpundit.blogspot.com/2009/04/energy-costs-being-bumped-2000-per.html
"The controversial Cape Wind project will cost taxpayers and ratepayers more than $2 billion to build - three times its original estimate.
That colossal cost is the driving force behind the sky-high electric rates it plans to charge Massachusetts customers in coming years."
Nothing new here.
Only the delusional and the ill educated believe that wind power is anything other than a scam to empower and enrich a select few.
Anyone want to bet what will happen to electric rates if we Michigan fools allow the "wind farms" to desecrate our lakeshore?
http://muskegonpundit.blogspot.com/2009/07/futurepundit-germans-to-pay-much-for.html
and this
http://muskegonpundit.blogspot.com/2009/04/energy-costs-being-bumped-2000-per.html
Illinois $13 Billion Budget Woes Reach Boiling Point; Governor Quinn Works for Union Thugs and Promises to Raise Taxes by 50%; Bill Brady for Governor
Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis: Illinois $13 Billion Budget Woes Reach Boiling Point; Governor Quinn Works for Union Thugs and Promises to Raise Taxes by 50%; Bill Brady for Governor
"Inquiring minds are again focusing on problems in state budgets.
Illinois is in a dogfight with California, New York, and New Jersey for the dubious honor of being the state deepest in fiscal do-do.
Although New Jersey is addressing its fiscal issues thanks to Governor Chris Christie... Illinois, California, and New York are flopping around like a 50 pound sea bass in 3 inches of water."
"Inquiring minds are again focusing on problems in state budgets.
Illinois is in a dogfight with California, New York, and New Jersey for the dubious honor of being the state deepest in fiscal do-do.
Although New Jersey is addressing its fiscal issues thanks to Governor Chris Christie... Illinois, California, and New York are flopping around like a 50 pound sea bass in 3 inches of water."
Bailout Buddies
Bailout Buddies - IBD - Investors.com
"Sovereign Debt Crisis: For many Americans, the EU's trillion-dollar bailout of Greece and other troubled European welfare states is probably of little concern.
But they should know that they are going to help pay for it.
Much of the media coverage has centered on the 'European Union' bailout of its members.
But the fact is, the U.S. is playing a much larger role in this than many realize — from strategizing to financing."
"Sovereign Debt Crisis: For many Americans, the EU's trillion-dollar bailout of Greece and other troubled European welfare states is probably of little concern.
But they should know that they are going to help pay for it.
Much of the media coverage has centered on the 'European Union' bailout of its members.
But the fact is, the U.S. is playing a much larger role in this than many realize — from strategizing to financing."
A way-early Big Ten hoops preview: Michigan State second, Michigan last
A way-early Big Ten hoops preview: Michigan State second, Michigan last
"And then there's Michigan, who failed to make the NCAA tournament after reaching the Big Dance in 2009.
Would you believe Yarina has U-M in last place right now?
He points to the fact that the Wolverines will be without Harris and DeShawn Sims.
Yarina: The Detroit Duo combined for 54% of Michigan's scoring, meaning Zack Novak, at 7.4 points per game, inherits the title of top returning scorer. Yikes."
"And then there's Michigan, who failed to make the NCAA tournament after reaching the Big Dance in 2009.
Would you believe Yarina has U-M in last place right now?
He points to the fact that the Wolverines will be without Harris and DeShawn Sims.
Yarina: The Detroit Duo combined for 54% of Michigan's scoring, meaning Zack Novak, at 7.4 points per game, inherits the title of top returning scorer. Yikes."
West Virginia Rep. Mollohan Loses Dem Primary
West Virginia Rep. Mollohan Loses Dem Primary
"Democrat Alan Mollohan became the first member of the U.S. House to be ousted this spring primary season after his opponent mounted a campaign that questioned the 14-term congressman's ethics and support for federal health care reform.
"Democrat Alan Mollohan became the first member of the U.S. House to be ousted this spring primary season after his opponent mounted a campaign that questioned the 14-term congressman's ethics and support for federal health care reform.
Voters tap Republican for Scott Brown’s empty seat
Voters tap Republican for Scott Brown’s empty seat - BostonHerald.com
Republican Richard Ross claimed the state Senate seat formerly held by Scott Brown as his Democrat opponent conceded a GOP victory last night, in a contest viewed as a referendum on Brown’s stunning U.S. Senate victory, experts said."
Republican Richard Ross claimed the state Senate seat formerly held by Scott Brown as his Democrat opponent conceded a GOP victory last night, in a contest viewed as a referendum on Brown’s stunning U.S. Senate victory, experts said."
Is It Already Too Late to Save Greece?
Herculean Task Ahead: Is It Already Too Late to Save Greece? - SPIEGEL ONLINE
"Greece has more than five times as many civil servants per capita than the United Kingdom."
"Greece has more than five times as many civil servants per capita than the United Kingdom."
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Highland Park basketball team trip to Arizona scrapped
Highland Park basketball team trip to Arizona scrapped - Chicago Breaking News
"Reveling in its first conference championship in 26 years, the Highland Park High School girls varsity basketball team has been selling cookies for months to raise funds for a tournament in Arizona.
But those hoop dreams were dashed when players learned they couldn't go because of that state's new crackdown on illegal immigrants.
Safety concerns partly fueled the decision, but the trip also 'would not be aligned with our beliefs and values,' said District 113 Assistant Superintendent Suzan Hebson.
That explanation, though, smacks of political protest to parents upset by the decision."
Lot's of hopey and changey here...right?
"Reveling in its first conference championship in 26 years, the Highland Park High School girls varsity basketball team has been selling cookies for months to raise funds for a tournament in Arizona.
But those hoop dreams were dashed when players learned they couldn't go because of that state's new crackdown on illegal immigrants.
Safety concerns partly fueled the decision, but the trip also 'would not be aligned with our beliefs and values,' said District 113 Assistant Superintendent Suzan Hebson.
That explanation, though, smacks of political protest to parents upset by the decision."
Lot's of hopey and changey here...right?
Court official: Siblings of drowning victims removed from homes
Court official: Siblings of drowning victims removed from homes
"Chief Assistant Prosecutor Brett Gardner confirmed that both families had had previous contact with DHS due to “improper supervision.”"
Scum!
"Chief Assistant Prosecutor Brett Gardner confirmed that both families had had previous contact with DHS due to “improper supervision.”"
Scum!
Kagan's Hidden, But Obvious, Agenda
Kagan's Hidden, But Obvious, Agenda
"Even the New York Times, which would undoubtedly be happy with a Justice Kagan, is grousing that 'whether by ambitious design or by habit of mind, Ms. Kagan has spent decades carefully husbanding her thoughts and shielding her philosophy from view.'"
"Even the New York Times, which would undoubtedly be happy with a Justice Kagan, is grousing that 'whether by ambitious design or by habit of mind, Ms. Kagan has spent decades carefully husbanding her thoughts and shielding her philosophy from view.'"
Landscapers find workers choosing jobless pay
Landscapers find workers choosing jobless pay
"In a state with the nation's highest jobless rate, landscaping companies are finding some job applicants are rejecting work offers so they can continue collecting unemployment benefits."
The Detroit News seems shocked that some folks prefer "free" money to work.
Maybe the reporter never read a newspaper?
(HT AtlantaLou)
"In a state with the nation's highest jobless rate, landscaping companies are finding some job applicants are rejecting work offers so they can continue collecting unemployment benefits."
The Detroit News seems shocked that some folks prefer "free" money to work.
Maybe the reporter never read a newspaper?
(HT AtlantaLou)
Muskegon primary candidates!
An amazing number of candidates for the primary election!
Change they will believe in?
In November!
http://www.co.muskegon.mi.us/clerk/elections/080310weblist.pdf
Change they will believe in?
In November!
http://www.co.muskegon.mi.us/clerk/elections/080310weblist.pdf
The Further Left You Are the Less You Know About Economics:
The Volokh Conspiracy » The Further Left You Are the Less You Know About Economics:
Some of the results in this new article by Zeljka Buturovic and Dan Klein in Econ Journal Watch (a peer-reviewed journal of economics) are startling:
67% of self-described Progressives believe that restrictions on housing development (i.e., regulations that reduce the supply of housing) do not make housing less affordable.
51% believe that mandatory licensing of professionals (i.e., reducing the supply of professionals) doesn’t increase the cost of professional services.
Perhaps most amazing, 79% of self-described Progressive believe that rent control (i.e., price controls) does not lead to housing shortages.
Note that the questions here are not whether the benefits of these policies might outweigh the costs, but the basic economic effects of these policies.
Those identifying as “libertarian” and “very conservative” were the most knowledgeable about basic economics.
Those identifying as “Progressive” and “Liberal” were the worst.
Some of the results in this new article by Zeljka Buturovic and Dan Klein in Econ Journal Watch (a peer-reviewed journal of economics) are startling:
67% of self-described Progressives believe that restrictions on housing development (i.e., regulations that reduce the supply of housing) do not make housing less affordable.
51% believe that mandatory licensing of professionals (i.e., reducing the supply of professionals) doesn’t increase the cost of professional services.
Perhaps most amazing, 79% of self-described Progressive believe that rent control (i.e., price controls) does not lead to housing shortages.
Note that the questions here are not whether the benefits of these policies might outweigh the costs, but the basic economic effects of these policies.
Those identifying as “libertarian” and “very conservative” were the most knowledgeable about basic economics.
Those identifying as “Progressive” and “Liberal” were the worst.
Union-boss bonanza in Michigan
Union-boss bonanza in Michigan
"If a politician can handpick favorite union bosses to be the political representative of 40,000 workers (all forced to pay union dues), then any group that receives public subsidies can be swept into forced unionism.
Child care workers, health care workers, even unemployed workers and many others -- they can all lose their First Amendment rights as they are forced to accept a union as their political representative.
Millions of dollars in forced union dues are at stake –- money that union bosses will use to buy more political influence and gain still more special privileges.
Union bosses in Michigan will reap a forced-dues windfall that could run as high as $4,000,000 every single year far into the future.
Union bosses are already spreading this scheme nationwide.
Foundation attorneys are poised to launch class action lawsuits in Illinois next month and hopefully many other states where politicians are eager to hand their Big Labor patrons millions in forced-dues windfalls."
This will happen unless we the people get in touch with our legislators!
"If a politician can handpick favorite union bosses to be the political representative of 40,000 workers (all forced to pay union dues), then any group that receives public subsidies can be swept into forced unionism.
Child care workers, health care workers, even unemployed workers and many others -- they can all lose their First Amendment rights as they are forced to accept a union as their political representative.
Millions of dollars in forced union dues are at stake –- money that union bosses will use to buy more political influence and gain still more special privileges.
Union bosses in Michigan will reap a forced-dues windfall that could run as high as $4,000,000 every single year far into the future.
Union bosses are already spreading this scheme nationwide.
Foundation attorneys are poised to launch class action lawsuits in Illinois next month and hopefully many other states where politicians are eager to hand their Big Labor patrons millions in forced-dues windfalls."
This will happen unless we the people get in touch with our legislators!
Muskegon Heights to hold monthlong cleanup
Muskegon Heights to hold monthlong cleanup - MLive.com
"Muskegon Heights to hold monthlong cleanup
Two free dumping days, a promotional sticker sale and a designated project are the highlights of the spring cleanup monthlong event put on by the city of Muskegon Heights.
Large metal trash bins will be made available for free dumping, except for a $3 charge for tires, for city residents only, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 15 and May 22 at the Muskegon Heights Department of Public Works, 3124 Wood.
Paint cans, chemicals and brushes cannot be dumped.
City officials also are offering a half-price sale on stickers needed to haul away large trash items during May.
The stickers can be purchased in the treasurer’s office at City Hall, 2724 Peck."
Let's see how successful this is....
"Muskegon Heights to hold monthlong cleanup
Two free dumping days, a promotional sticker sale and a designated project are the highlights of the spring cleanup monthlong event put on by the city of Muskegon Heights.
Large metal trash bins will be made available for free dumping, except for a $3 charge for tires, for city residents only, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 15 and May 22 at the Muskegon Heights Department of Public Works, 3124 Wood.
Paint cans, chemicals and brushes cannot be dumped.
City officials also are offering a half-price sale on stickers needed to haul away large trash items during May.
The stickers can be purchased in the treasurer’s office at City Hall, 2724 Peck."
Let's see how successful this is....
My Computer Takes Forever to Boot Up!
My Computer Takes Forever to Boot Up!
http://tinyurl.com/2djwtuj
You can see what programs are on your computer's startup list by:
clicking the Start button,
then Run,
then typing MSCONFIG,
then pressing Enter.
The System Configuration Utility appears -- click the Startup tab.
This displays everything that loads in the background when you start your computer.
If it's a very long list, it's probably slowing you down.
I tried this this morning and my computer is ZIPPY!
http://tinyurl.com/2djwtuj
You can see what programs are on your computer's startup list by:
clicking the Start button,
then Run,
then typing MSCONFIG,
then pressing Enter.
The System Configuration Utility appears -- click the Startup tab.
This displays everything that loads in the background when you start your computer.
If it's a very long list, it's probably slowing you down.
I tried this this morning and my computer is ZIPPY!
Summer Celebration lineup offers choice acts
Summer Celebration lineup offers choice acts
A two-day air show (June 26-27) also is part of the celebration.
For details, visit www.summercelebration.com.
COMPLETE LINEUP
The following acts have been announced for this year’s Muskegon Summer Celebration — June 24 through July 4.
Individual ticket prices are for adults 13 and older;
prices will go up after June 25:
•June 24: ZZ Top, $31.
• June 25: John Rich and Emerson Drive, $27.
• June 26: Newsboys, Neon Trees, Civil Twilight and Paper Tongues, $25.
• June 27: Toby Keith with Randy Houser and Bucky Covington, $57.
• June 28: Ludacris and Here Come the Mummies, $27.
• June 29: Foreigner and Styx, $31.
• June 30: O.A.R. with Four Finger Five, $27.
• July 1: Papa Roach, Chevelle and Brent James, $27.
• July 2: B-52s and KC & The Sunshine Band, $29.
• July 3: Tonic, Candlebox and Default, $25.
• July 4: Matt Giraud, Echoes of Pink Floyd and Live Bait, $16.
A two-day air show (June 26-27) also is part of the celebration.
For details, visit www.summercelebration.com.
COMPLETE LINEUP
The following acts have been announced for this year’s Muskegon Summer Celebration — June 24 through July 4.
Individual ticket prices are for adults 13 and older;
prices will go up after June 25:
•June 24: ZZ Top, $31.
• June 25: John Rich and Emerson Drive, $27.
• June 26: Newsboys, Neon Trees, Civil Twilight and Paper Tongues, $25.
• June 27: Toby Keith with Randy Houser and Bucky Covington, $57.
• June 28: Ludacris and Here Come the Mummies, $27.
• June 29: Foreigner and Styx, $31.
• June 30: O.A.R. with Four Finger Five, $27.
• July 1: Papa Roach, Chevelle and Brent James, $27.
• July 2: B-52s and KC & The Sunshine Band, $29.
• July 3: Tonic, Candlebox and Default, $25.
• July 4: Matt Giraud, Echoes of Pink Floyd and Live Bait, $16.
NOW ELENA
NOW ELENA
Charlie Sykes:
"'You can disagree with the policies of the American military; you can even hate them, but you can’t alienate yourself from the institution without in a certain sense alienating yourself from the country.
Barring the military from campus is a bit like barring the president or even the flag.
It’s more than a statement of criticism; it’s a statement of national estrangement.'"
Charlie Sykes:
"'You can disagree with the policies of the American military; you can even hate them, but you can’t alienate yourself from the institution without in a certain sense alienating yourself from the country.
Barring the military from campus is a bit like barring the president or even the flag.
It’s more than a statement of criticism; it’s a statement of national estrangement.'"
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