Saturday, November 17, 2012
NetRight Daily » Why governors should not implement state insurance exchanges under Obamacare
NetRight Daily » Why governors should not implement state insurance exchanges under Obamacare
By not implementing the state exchange, governors such as Rick Perry in Texas or Bob McDonnell in Virginia are effectively giving employers in those states the standing to sue against the new IRS rule.
In other words, it creates an avenue to fight against the implementation of the law.
For employers that do not wish to be under Obamcare’s thumb, such a move at least gives them a fighting chance.
But if the exchange is implemented by the states, employers in those states will not have any chance at all to challenge the law.
By not implementing the state exchange, governors such as Rick Perry in Texas or Bob McDonnell in Virginia are effectively giving employers in those states the standing to sue against the new IRS rule.
In other words, it creates an avenue to fight against the implementation of the law.
For employers that do not wish to be under Obamcare’s thumb, such a move at least gives them a fighting chance.
But if the exchange is implemented by the states, employers in those states will not have any chance at all to challenge the law.
Allen West, Mitt Romney and the Massive Voter Fraud Machine
Allen West, Mitt Romney and the Massive Voter Fraud Machine
On the national front, there have been widespread stories of electronic voting machines switching votes for Mitt Romney to votes for Barack Obama. The reports began with early voting in some states and continued through Election Day.
Now, a Chicago technician named Steve Pickrum, who worked for the election supervisor, is saying that when he was called to service some voting machines on Election Day, he observed that the machines were not counting votes for Romney.
“On early voting, when I did work on the floor when voters needed help using the equipment, I was able to see the preference of the voter, and every time that I saw a voter voted for Romney, a ‘voter save failure’ message came up on the screen,” he said.
He also said when he went to vote, he got the same error message and told a poll worker, who replied that he should just assume his vote was counted.
He demanded that the worker check the vote record, and his vote had not been recorded.
Pickrum said he never saw the error occur when someone voted for Obama.
On the national front, there have been widespread stories of electronic voting machines switching votes for Mitt Romney to votes for Barack Obama. The reports began with early voting in some states and continued through Election Day.
Now, a Chicago technician named Steve Pickrum, who worked for the election supervisor, is saying that when he was called to service some voting machines on Election Day, he observed that the machines were not counting votes for Romney.
“On early voting, when I did work on the floor when voters needed help using the equipment, I was able to see the preference of the voter, and every time that I saw a voter voted for Romney, a ‘voter save failure’ message came up on the screen,” he said.
He also said when he went to vote, he got the same error message and told a poll worker, who replied that he should just assume his vote was counted.
He demanded that the worker check the vote record, and his vote had not been recorded.
Pickrum said he never saw the error occur when someone voted for Obama.
Gov. Snyder prepares for federally dominant health exchange; Bolger now backs state option
Gov. Snyder prepares for federally dominant health exchange; Bolger now backs state option | MLive.com#incart_river#incart_river#incart_river
Gov. Rick Snyder on Friday took a step toward collaborating with the Obama administration on an online health insurance marketplace that largely would be controlled by the federal government, but left the door open to creating a state-run exchange that picked up some critical backing.
Gov. Rick Snyder on Friday took a step toward collaborating with the Obama administration on an online health insurance marketplace that largely would be controlled by the federal government, but left the door open to creating a state-run exchange that picked up some critical backing.
Despite $15.9 billion loss, U.S. Postal Service execs see boost in pay
Despite $15.9 billion loss, U.S. Postal Service execs see boost in pay - Washington Times
Despite nearly $16 billion in annual losses announced by the U.S. Postal Service on Thursday, all but one of the top five executives for the nation's mail service had an overall compensation increase this year, records show.
Despite nearly $16 billion in annual losses announced by the U.S. Postal Service on Thursday, all but one of the top five executives for the nation's mail service had an overall compensation increase this year, records show.
Michigan income gap growth report: Rich didn't get richer, but poor got poorer
Michigan income gap growth report: Rich didn't get richer, but poor got poorer | MLive.com
The rich didn't get any richer in Michigan between 1998 and 2007, but the state's income gap continued to grow as middle- and low-income families got poorer
The rich didn't get any richer in Michigan between 1998 and 2007, but the state's income gap continued to grow as middle- and low-income families got poorer
Walker won't create health care exchange, defers to feds
Walker won't create health care exchange, defers to feds
His comments came as President Barack Obama's administration further pushed back a deadline for states to decide, but other high-profile GOP governors signaled their own unwillingness to move forward with exchanges in their states.
His comments came as President Barack Obama's administration further pushed back a deadline for states to decide, but other high-profile GOP governors signaled their own unwillingness to move forward with exchanges in their states.
Friday, November 16, 2012
How to stockpile Twinkies
How to stockpile Twinkies - MarketWatch
Those building up their supplies may be disturbed to find out that the snack’s official shelf life is just 25 days.
But Hostess hoarders can rest assured, say experts:
The treats will still stay tasty for months — if not years — to come.
Those building up their supplies may be disturbed to find out that the snack’s official shelf life is just 25 days.
But Hostess hoarders can rest assured, say experts:
The treats will still stay tasty for months — if not years — to come.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Advance Illinois releases dismal report on education in Illinois
Advance Illinois releases dismal report on education in Illinois - chicagotribune.com
According to a report released by the organization Tuesday, only one-third of Illinois students complete fourth grade proficient in reading; the same percentage of students is academically prepared at the start of high school; and fewer than one-third of students leave high school ready for college.
According to a report released by the organization Tuesday, only one-third of Illinois students complete fourth grade proficient in reading; the same percentage of students is academically prepared at the start of high school; and fewer than one-third of students leave high school ready for college.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Lawyer calls Attorney General's lawsuit seeking removal of Detroit school board members 'racist'
Lawyer calls Attorney General's lawsuit seeking removal of Detroit school board members 'racist' | MLive.com#incart_river#incart_river#incart_river#incart_river
The board members' attorney called the case a racist attempt to nullify the decisions of Detroit voters.
"It shows contempt," attorney George Washing told the News.
"It's a racist lawsuit and should be thrown out."
The board members' attorney called the case a racist attempt to nullify the decisions of Detroit voters.
"It shows contempt," attorney George Washing told the News.
"It's a racist lawsuit and should be thrown out."
Journalists attacked for reporting on Christmas tree controversy
Journalists attacked for reporting on Christmas tree controversy
The board had voted against paying 8,000 kroner for the annual Christmas tree and party, but had earlier in the year approved the payment of 60,000 kroner for a party celebrating the Muslim holiday of Eid. Five out of nine of the board members are Muslims.
The board had voted against paying 8,000 kroner for the annual Christmas tree and party, but had earlier in the year approved the payment of 60,000 kroner for a party celebrating the Muslim holiday of Eid. Five out of nine of the board members are Muslims.
Special Report: How a vicious circle of self-interest sank a California city
Special Report: How a vicious circle of self-interest sank a California city | Reuters
The mayor blamed a dysfunctional city council and greedy police and fire unions.
The unions blamed the mayor.
Even now, there is little agreement on how the city got into this crisis or how it can extricate itself.
"It's total political chaos," said John Husing, a former San Bernardino resident and regional economist.
"There is no solution.
They'll never fix anything."
Yet on close examination, the city's decades-long journey from prosperous, middle-class community to bankrupt, crime-ridden, foreclosure-blighted basket case is straightforward — and alarmingly similar to the path traveled by many municipalities around America's largest state.
San Bernardino succumbed to a vicious circle of self-interests among city workers, local politicians and state pension overseers.
The mayor blamed a dysfunctional city council and greedy police and fire unions.
The unions blamed the mayor.
Even now, there is little agreement on how the city got into this crisis or how it can extricate itself.
"It's total political chaos," said John Husing, a former San Bernardino resident and regional economist.
"There is no solution.
They'll never fix anything."
Yet on close examination, the city's decades-long journey from prosperous, middle-class community to bankrupt, crime-ridden, foreclosure-blighted basket case is straightforward — and alarmingly similar to the path traveled by many municipalities around America's largest state.
San Bernardino succumbed to a vicious circle of self-interests among city workers, local politicians and state pension overseers.
Quarter mile of old train cars left on tracks below Lakeshore Drive on Muskegon Lake shoreline
Quarter mile of old train cars left on tracks below Lakeshore Drive on Muskegon Lake shoreline | MLive.com
A train of 39 old “hopper” freight-train cars were pushed along the railroad tracks below Lakeshore Drive and adjacent to the city of Muskegon’s Lakeshore Trail.
Many of them are rusting and covered with graffiti.
A train of 39 old “hopper” freight-train cars were pushed along the railroad tracks below Lakeshore Drive and adjacent to the city of Muskegon’s Lakeshore Trail.
Many of them are rusting and covered with graffiti.
Ballots still being counted in Muskegon County more than a week after election
Ballots still being counted in Muskegon County more than a week after election | MLive.com#incart_river
Officials with Muskegon Heights who were retabulating votes Wednesday arrived at 8:30 a.m. and still were far from finished by late afternoon, Grimm said.
“It’s a long process,” she said.
Also retabulating results are Whitehall Township, White River Township, Laketon Township, Muskegon Township and the city of Muskegon, Grimm said. In Laketon Township, for example, ballots were retabulated because there was one more ballot than the number of voters, she said.
“It’s not a perfect system, but it’s the one we have,” Grimm said.
Officials with Muskegon Heights who were retabulating votes Wednesday arrived at 8:30 a.m. and still were far from finished by late afternoon, Grimm said.
“It’s a long process,” she said.
Also retabulating results are Whitehall Township, White River Township, Laketon Township, Muskegon Township and the city of Muskegon, Grimm said. In Laketon Township, for example, ballots were retabulated because there was one more ballot than the number of voters, she said.
“It’s not a perfect system, but it’s the one we have,” Grimm said.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Ludington resident sues city, alleges Open Meetings Act violated
Ludington resident sues city, alleges Open Meetings Act violated | MLive.com
LUDINGTON, MI – Ludington resident Tom Rotta has sued the city of Ludington, alleging city officials violated Michigan’s Open Meetings Act by authorizing a $90,000-plus sewer repair in July 2011 without a public vote by the city council and without soliciting multiple bids.
According to the lawsuit, City Manager John Shay sought and obtained approval from city council members via email to award a contract to Hallack Contracting to replace a sewer main under Brother Street.
Shay then authorized the contract, the lawsuit alleges.
LUDINGTON, MI – Ludington resident Tom Rotta has sued the city of Ludington, alleging city officials violated Michigan’s Open Meetings Act by authorizing a $90,000-plus sewer repair in July 2011 without a public vote by the city council and without soliciting multiple bids.
According to the lawsuit, City Manager John Shay sought and obtained approval from city council members via email to award a contract to Hallack Contracting to replace a sewer main under Brother Street.
Shay then authorized the contract, the lawsuit alleges.
Monday, November 12, 2012
John McAfee Wanted for Murder
Exclusive: John McAfee Wanted for Murder (Updated)
Antivirus pioneer John McAfee is on the run from murder charges, Belize police say.
According to Marco Vidal, head of the national police force's Gang Suppression Unit, McAfee is a prime suspect in the murder of American expatriate Gregory Faull, who was gunned down Saturday night at his home in San Pedro Town on the island of Ambergris Caye.
Antivirus pioneer John McAfee is on the run from murder charges, Belize police say.
According to Marco Vidal, head of the national police force's Gang Suppression Unit, McAfee is a prime suspect in the murder of American expatriate Gregory Faull, who was gunned down Saturday night at his home in San Pedro Town on the island of Ambergris Caye.
Picture this: Cabinet portraits for big bucks
Picture this: Cabinet portraits for big bucks - Washington Times
The Environmental Protection Agency spent nearly $40,000 on a portrait of Administrator Lisa P. Jackson, while a painting of Air Force Secretary Michael B. Donley will cost $41,200, according to federal purchasing records.
The price tag for a 3-by-4-foot oil portrait of Agriculture Department Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack: $22,500.
The Environmental Protection Agency spent nearly $40,000 on a portrait of Administrator Lisa P. Jackson, while a painting of Air Force Secretary Michael B. Donley will cost $41,200, according to federal purchasing records.
The price tag for a 3-by-4-foot oil portrait of Agriculture Department Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack: $22,500.
In 59 Philadelphia voting divisions, Mitt Romney got zero votes
In 59 Philadelphia voting divisions, Mitt Romney got zero votes
It's one thing for a Democratic presidential candidate to dominate a Democratic city like Philadelphia, but check out this head-spinning figure:
In 59 voting divisions in the city, Mitt Romney received not one vote.
Zero.
Zilch.
It's one thing for a Democratic presidential candidate to dominate a Democratic city like Philadelphia, but check out this head-spinning figure:
In 59 voting divisions in the city, Mitt Romney received not one vote.
Zero.
Zilch.
MCC | International Education Week
MCC | International Education Week
International Education Week
Schedule of Events at MCC – November 12-16, 2012
International Education Week
Schedule of Events at MCC – November 12-16, 2012
Michigan Home to Half of the Largest Bankrupt Green Energy Companies
Michigan Home to Half of the Largest Bankrupt Green Energy Companies [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
The Heritage Foundation put together a list of the 19 federally supported green energy companies that filed for bankruptcy and Michigan was represented significantly.
The Heritage Foundation put together a list of the 19 federally supported green energy companies that filed for bankruptcy and Michigan was represented significantly.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Update: Massive Voter Fraud in St. Lucie County, FL Called into Question - 141% Turnout
Update: Massive Voter Fraud in St. Lucie County, FL Called into Question - 141% Turnout | WatchDogWire - Florida
Click on the link below for the official St Lucie County, FL 2012 election results.
Only one precinct had less than 113% turnout.
The unofficial vote count is 175,554 registered voters 247,713 vote cards cast (141.10% ).
The National SEAL Museum, a St. Lucie county polling place, had 158.85% voter turn out, the highest in the county.
Click on the link below for the official St Lucie County, FL 2012 election results.
Only one precinct had less than 113% turnout.
The unofficial vote count is 175,554 registered voters 247,713 vote cards cast (141.10% ).
The National SEAL Museum, a St. Lucie county polling place, had 158.85% voter turn out, the highest in the county.
The Squirrel Whisperer Will Put Tiny Hats On All Your Squirrels
The Squirrel Whisperer Will Put Tiny Hats On All Your SquirrelsThe Squirrel Whisperer Will Put Tiny Hats On All Your Squirrels
Julie GersteinNovember 10, 2012
Mary Krupa is a freshman at Penn State University, but kids around campus know her mostly as The Squirrel Whisperer.
Mary has taken to befriending the local fauna, and loves squirrels the best — so much so, that she’s designed a series of tiny squirrel hats for her bushy-tailed friends to wear.
The squirrels gladly oblige Mary, but only if she’s got food.
“It’s kind of a give and take. They’re not going to play with me unless I have food to give them,” she admitted.
How much does Mary love squirrels?
She’s even created a Facebook page for her favorite, Sneezy.
Sneezy wears a lot of hats. [Onward State] (click link above to get Facebook link-very cool!)
Worst City in America Votes 98 Percent for Obama
Worst City in America Votes 98 Percent for Obama
20 percent of Detroit is on food stamps.
Its violent crime rate is 5 times the national average and it’s rated as America’s Most Dangerous City.
40 percent of Detroit residents want to leave the city.
Home prices have fallen 54 percent in the last 3 years.
And Detroit has the highest poverty rate in the nation.
So guess who Detroit voted for by 98 percent?
Obama, naturally.
20 percent of Detroit is on food stamps.
Its violent crime rate is 5 times the national average and it’s rated as America’s Most Dangerous City.
40 percent of Detroit residents want to leave the city.
Home prices have fallen 54 percent in the last 3 years.
And Detroit has the highest poverty rate in the nation.
So guess who Detroit voted for by 98 percent?
Obama, naturally.
Occupy Muskegon News | "The Real News Without Fear or Favor"
Occupy Muskegon News | "The Real News Without Fear or Favor"
Marve Engle, a Muskegon County Commissioner, evidently suffers from delusions of threats and of lies, given his recent statements to citizens who showed to voice concern of his practices on the Board of Commissioners.
This signals a form of paranoia.
Marve Engle, a Muskegon County Commissioner, evidently suffers from delusions of threats and of lies, given his recent statements to citizens who showed to voice concern of his practices on the Board of Commissioners.
This signals a form of paranoia.
Britain Announces Halt to Onshore Wind Farms
Britain Announces Halt to Onshore Wind Farms | Heartlander Magazine
British officials are putting an end to new onshore wind farm construction, halting an energy experiment that has produced little usable electricity while draining the finances of British taxpayers and electricity consumers.
British officials are putting an end to new onshore wind farm construction, halting an energy experiment that has produced little usable electricity while draining the finances of British taxpayers and electricity consumers.
Do you want to know why the power is STILL off on Long Island?
small dead animals
"You want to know why they don't cut the f-ing trees Davenport?
It isn't because they are stupid, it isn't because they don't know, it isn't because private enterprise is inherently corrupt, it isn't even because union workers are a bunch of rent-seeking layabouts.
Its because every time they go to cut down a tree, some local Greenies get up a petition or a court order to make them stop.
So they stop.
So the trees break and knock down the power lines.
Same thing all over the North East until you get up into snow country, where even the f-ing tree huggers know better.
Well -this- time it all came home to roost the same day, and every overhanging branch from New Jersey to Connecticut took out a line.
"You want to know why they don't cut the f-ing trees Davenport?
It isn't because they are stupid, it isn't because they don't know, it isn't because private enterprise is inherently corrupt, it isn't even because union workers are a bunch of rent-seeking layabouts.
Its because every time they go to cut down a tree, some local Greenies get up a petition or a court order to make them stop.
So they stop.
So the trees break and knock down the power lines.
Same thing all over the North East until you get up into snow country, where even the f-ing tree huggers know better.
Well -this- time it all came home to roost the same day, and every overhanging branch from New Jersey to Connecticut took out a line.
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