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
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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
Liberalism is not a Myth
John Hawkins, founder of Right Wing News, has been a strong conservative voice for over a decade. I enjoy reading his articles because he provides thought provoking ideas, though I tend to disagree with many of them. Last week, he wrote two articles for TownHall, where he is a weekly contributor. Five Myths Liberals Have… Continue reading
Wanting Change is not Exploitation
I am absolutely sick and tired of hearing from the Right these past few days about how all the Left does after a tragedy like that in Newtown, Connecticut, is exploit such a tragedy to further the Left’s stance on gun control. By the way, it’s not just gun control, it’s bullet control, it’s mental… Continue reading
When will it be Enough?
I debated with myself about whether to discuss guns and shootings in this country. I wrote something unrelated but have decided to push that piece off to Wednesday and address what appears to be an epidemic of mass murdering in this country; something unique to the United States. Are we free? Yes. And, we should… Continue reading
Will the GOP Compromise on Taxes?
No. At least not according to CNN. The GOP wants to keep the Bush tax cuts in place, failing to realize that’s part of the reason we’re in the economic situation we’re currently experiencing. Democrats took the GOP counter offer to mean that tax reform cannot result in any marginal rates higher than current law,… Continue reading
More Anti Science Republicans
There have been quite a few Republicans over the past few months who don’t seem to know much about science. Todd Akin claimed the female body can prevent pregnancy during a legitimate rape. Joe Walsh said that medical science has advanced so much that a mother’s life is never in jeopardy during pregnancy. Richard Mourdock claimed that… Continue reading
Senate Filibuster Reform
Senator Harry Reid has been discussing filibuster reform ad nauseum. First of all, what exactly is a filibuster? It’s a technique that allows a senator to stall the vote on a bill or amendment in order to rally support in opposition. This used to mean the senator had to hold the floor. You hold the… Continue reading
Geithner says Tax Rates must go Up
Secretary Geithner made the rounds on the Sunday morning shows attempting to rally support for President Obama’s plan to avoid the fiscal cliff. This plan includes, among other things, increasing taxes and reducing President Bush’s tax cuts on those making more than $250,000 per year. Here’s what Secretary Geithner said on CNN’s State of the… Continue reading
Florida Changed Voting Laws to Suppress Votes
Early voters tend to vote Democrat. So, how did the GOP controlled Florida handle this problem? Reduce early voting. In an article in the Palm Beach Post, former Florida GOP Chair Jim Greer openly admits that the reason for reducing early voting was to suppress votes and increase the chances of GOP candidates winning. “The… Continue reading