In many circles, the term liberal has a negative connotation. “You’re just a nasty liberal.” “All liberals want to do is tax and spend!” “You must have had a liberal college education.” The last one is the one I find the most flabbergasting. Is it really a bad thing to be educated? Should I hang… Continue reading
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Gay Couples Pay More in Taxes
When a married couple files jointly, there are deductions available to them that are unavailable to people filing as a single. It also saves money as a couple filing jointly only has to prepare one return instead of two. Gay marriage is legal in nine states and the District of Columbia. MarketWatch discusses this issue: Much… Continue reading
Television Replicates Life
Yes, people use television to escape reality. But, I recently read an article on Right Wing News which argued that the current television shows do not provide any options for people with morals. I took slight offense to this as I consider myself a person with morals and I enjoy some of the shows the author… Continue reading
Justice Scalia is at it Again
A few months ago, Justice Scalia, describing himself as a textualist, made comments about how the Constitution is not a living document. He made similar comments recently in Dallas: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia says a key part of interpreting the law properly is reaching decisions even when they contradict one’s beliefs. “The judge… Continue reading
President Obama isn’t that Liberal
Contrary to popular belief (read: Fox News), President Obama isn’t all that liberal. In fact, he’s most aligned with former Senator, and great man, Tom Daschle. Why does President Obama seem so liberal? Well, to those that think, he doesn’t. But, to others, he seems so liberal because the right wing has become so radically… Continue reading
I Escaped the Middle Class!
Finally! I mean, my paycheck is less than it was last month so, obviously, I must have moved up the ladder since President Obama promised middle class taxes wouldn’t go up. But wait… I’m still middle class. What’s wrong with you, Mr. President?! You told me my taxes wouldn’t go up! These are the sorts… Continue reading
We’re Not Trying to take Your Guns
Really, we’re not. Those of us that believe in gun control aren’t looking to take away all guns. If you want to protect your family with a firearm, I believe you have a right to do so. Here’s a recent example: LOGANVILLE, Ga. — A woman hiding in her attic with children shot an intruder… Continue reading
We Don’t Negotiate with… Presidents?
Recently re-elected as Speaker of the House, Speaker Boehner has decided it is the best policy to take unilateral action in the Republican controlled House. That’s okay, though; that’s usually what occurs. What doesn’t ordinarily occur is for the Speaker to remove the President from negotiations. The influential editorial page of TheWall Street Journal on Wednesday urged… Continue reading
Just Like Doomsday, We Survived the Fiscal Cliff
Not surprisingly, Congress acted. Also not surprisingly, Congress took forever to act. Tom Brokaw said this Congress goes out as the most inept in the history of the country. Even so, they were able to reach a compromise. So, what was actually accomplished? Taxes are going up on those making more than $450,000 per year…. Continue reading
The NRA’s Answer to Gun Violence: Arm Everyone
The NRA has become the spokesperson in defense of guns in this country. It’s a shame that we need such a defender but they want to come to the defense to protect their interests and the interests of their members. I expected a response from the NRA, as did most people. I did not expect… Continue reading