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Exploiting Tragedy

Dear Friends, It seems to me, if exploiting a tragedy for crass political gain is acceptable, it is acceptable for all political factions, if it is not, it is unacceptable for any political faction to do it. Tragic events such … Continue reading

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Social and Cultural Underpinnings of Capitalism

Dear Friends, It seems to me, all the positions that our political elite take, are geared to undermining the capitalist system. It is well known that the market system stands on legs not of it’s own making. Economists have opined … Continue reading

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Un-American Attacks on Our Constitution

Dear Friends, It seems quite alarming to me, that so many who serve in the US government, have open antipathy to the US Constitution. Members of the Supreme Court have said they would not use the US Constitution as a … Continue reading

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The Anti Capitalist’s Irrational Hatred

Dear Friends, It seems to me that irrational hatred is not susceptible to rational argument. No matter the elegance of the argument, the eloquence of the hyperbole nor the heights of logic, irrational hatred will never be dissuaded by it. … Continue reading

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The Sequester Debate or the Lack of One…

Dear Friends, It seems to me, the real debate, the one we should be having about the sequester is, what pressing need is there for government to grow at more than twice the rate of inflation… or is there one? … Continue reading

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Justice, Political Favor and Fairness

Dear Friends, It seems to me, for a nation to call itself civilized, it must hold all people to be equal under the law… that no one be above the law and no one is below the law, is the … Continue reading

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Economic Circadian Rhythms

Dear Friends, It seems to me, the boom bust cycles of all market economies, are like the sleep wake cycle of human beings, and all higher life forms. We must have times of rest, else we become less efficient, and … Continue reading

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What Does “Economy” Really Mean?

Dear Friends, It seems to me, the term “economy” is too nebulous to really define anything effectively. It has so many parts that understanding it in any meaningful way eludes even the most astute thinker. If we break the term … Continue reading

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The Political Favor Economy, Revenue and Our Standard of Living

Dear Friends, It seems to me, when a politician claims the government needs more revenue, what they really mean, is that you and I will have to lower our standard of living, so they can raise theirs… and we are … Continue reading

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Economic Contraction Q4 2012, What does it mean?

Dear Friends, It seems to me that if we don’t change headings, our economy will crash, bigger than 1929. The 4th quarter 2012 GDP figures that just came in showed a contraction. If we have another 2 quarters of contraction … Continue reading

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