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How Obama Can Create Jobs and Decrease Unemployment
Commented Jan 05, 2010 at 15:21:30 in Politics
“Plus the US is losing the brains for R&D. My company, a multinational, just closed a research facility b/c it was too much of a pain for largely European executives to get thru US airport security to visit the facility. Way to alienate investors.”
How Obama Can Create Jobs and Decrease Unemployment
Commented Jan 05, 2010 at 15:19:10 in Politics
“"European solution won't work" - wrong.
You did read where some US states have already had success and Reed and DeLauro propose building on that success!
Although you are right about imports. The US has the largest trade deficit in the world b/c we've been supporting the world while they've "cheated" in "free trade" by not letting their currency float for example. We can't retaliate until we own our own national debt. Carolab suggests a 6% interest US financial instrument that we could buy to add stability to our savings and retirement accounts that we can't get from the market place and that would put a lot of the government debt back in the hands of the people of the US.
Then we could put restrictions on China for example whose policies have lead to them having the largest trade surplus in the world.”
You did read where some US states have already had success and Reed and DeLauro propose building on that success!
Although you are right about imports. The US has the largest trade deficit in the world b/c we've been supporting the world while they've "cheated" in "free trade" by not letting their currency float for example. We can't retaliate until we own our own national debt. Carolab suggests a 6% interest US financial instrument that we could buy to add stability to our savings and retirement accounts that we can't get from the market place and that would put a lot of the government debt back in the hands of the people of the US.
Then we could put restrictions on China for example whose policies have lead to them having the largest trade surplus in the world.”
How Obama Can Create Jobs and Decrease Unemployment
Commented Jan 05, 2010 at 15:11:30 in Politics
“"Who sold this pile of cow dung?"
The economics of Milton Friedman [what we use in the US] do work, for the super-rich. That is why they are continuously supported even when it is evident they don't work for the people.
That is why you cant' break their "faith" even in the midst of disaster, b/c it is working out well for them.
Whereas countries and economies that have followed Keynes are more stable now, and those that have implemented Keynsian stimulus plans are recovering.”
The economics of Milton Friedman [what we use in the US] do work, for the super-rich. That is why they are continuously supported even when it is evident they don't work for the people.
That is why you cant' break their "faith" even in the midst of disaster, b/c it is working out well for them.
Whereas countries and economies that have followed Keynes are more stable now, and those that have implemented Keynsian stimulus plans are recovering.”
How Obama Can Create Jobs and Decrease Unemployment
Commented Jan 05, 2010 at 15:05:45 in Politics
“And yest, these countries, so burdened as you imply, are kicking the US' bvtt on many levels particularly trade SURPLUSES!
The US is the world's biggest exporter - of jobs!
See Warren Buffet explain what is wrong with the US' trade deficit in a cartoon called:
Thriftville vs Squanderville
http://www
Tiny Germany has the 2nd largest TRADE SURPLUS IN THE WORLD! And the US is de.ad LAST with the largest trade deficit. Yes, who wants to be like Germany!?
What is wrong with a "dignified" life for everyone? It is a noble goal.
I don't believe you really are in Europe.”
The US is the world's biggest exporter - of jobs!
See Warren Buffet explain what is wrong with the US' trade deficit in a cartoon called:
Thriftville vs Squanderville
http://www
Tiny Germany has the 2nd largest TRADE SURPLUS IN THE WORLD! And the US is de.ad LAST with the largest trade deficit. Yes, who wants to be like Germany!?
What is wrong with a "dignified" life for everyone? It is a noble goal.
I don't believe you really are in Europe.”
Kelly L White replied on Jan 06, 2010 at 03:14:18
“!Then you.." Not "They you.."
Sorry, It was very early here on the coast of the North Sea when I wrote that.
I wasn't knocking Europe's way. I see it as the future first step toward a world where capital isn't the prime factor to a dignified life in this world.
Also, I don't see a problem with mandating a dignified life for everyone that wants it. It is strange, in a country where no one needs to live homeless- yes, if you cannot pay for an apartment, they will provide you with one that accommodates your needs- as long as you register to look for work- if you don't register to look for work, then they have a barracks like set up for single men or women. They HAVE to, it is a part of a dignified life- yet, there are people who choose to live on the streets. German law lets them, it is their right to choose such.
It works.
You seem very well spoken- if a bit hair trigger on the judgment side.”
Sorry, It was very early here on the coast of the North Sea when I wrote that.
I wasn't knocking Europe's way. I see it as the future first step toward a world where capital isn't the prime factor to a dignified life in this world.
Also, I don't see a problem with mandating a dignified life for everyone that wants it. It is strange, in a country where no one needs to live homeless- yes, if you cannot pay for an apartment, they will provide you with one that accommodates your needs- as long as you register to look for work- if you don't register to look for work, then they have a barracks like set up for single men or women. They HAVE to, it is a part of a dignified life- yet, there are people who choose to live on the streets. German law lets them, it is their right to choose such.
It works.
You seem very well spoken- if a bit hair trigger on the judgment side.”
Kelly L White replied on Jan 06, 2010 at 01:43:08
“They you are going to have to believe that. ;-) My view is this- after serving in the U.S. Army for 15 years, my wife, German, and I - American- lived ten years in America as civilians.
I worked two jobs, plus joined te National guard for the extra pay, she worked one and took care of the kids and yeah- we couldn't afford medical care as my M.O.S.- A combat arms job, didn't give me any skills that would bring in a huge wage on the civilian side of things.
One winter, it came down to pay the rent, eat or take two of our babies to the doctor in Gillette WY. She said no more and moved back home. I love her, I moved with her and you know- I've not worried about my babies going to a doctor since. It just is not a worry, no one is ever, ever denied medical care.
Ich hoffe das hilft...
Kelly”
I worked two jobs, plus joined te National guard for the extra pay, she worked one and took care of the kids and yeah- we couldn't afford medical care as my M.O.S.- A combat arms job, didn't give me any skills that would bring in a huge wage on the civilian side of things.
One winter, it came down to pay the rent, eat or take two of our babies to the doctor in Gillette WY. She said no more and moved back home. I love her, I moved with her and you know- I've not worried about my babies going to a doctor since. It just is not a worry, no one is ever, ever denied medical care.
Ich hoffe das hilft...
Kelly”
How Obama Can Create Jobs and Decrease Unemployment
Commented Jan 05, 2010 at 14:51:13 in Politics
“Great clip! I love that she fired the French banksters!
Yes, in the US, conservatives have made "European" a dirty word just as they have done with so many other good words.
Here is another clip (3 minutes in):
http://www
Sen. Baucus (D-MT) asks the Republicans "Where is the courage?" [to pass health care reform]
Sen. Wicker (R-Miss) answers "[Senate Democrats] wanted to Europeanize the health care system of the United States..." Like there is something wrong with "Europeanizing" US health care. And Wicker's state is in such a pitiful state why should anyone listen to him?
Then Baucus goes on to say "there was no European style..." again, as though there were something wrong with a "European style" solution.
This lunacy stops us taking advantage of solutions that are proven to work.
BTW, the FRight wing is going to call Obama and all Democrats "socialists" regardless of what they do or do not do, regardless of what they do or do not believe.”
Yes, in the US, conservatives have made "European" a dirty word just as they have done with so many other good words.
Here is another clip (3 minutes in):
http://www
Sen. Baucus (D-MT) asks the Republicans "Where is the courage?" [to pass health care reform]
Sen. Wicker (R-Miss) answers "[Senate Democrats] wanted to Europeanize the health care system of the United States..." Like there is something wrong with "Europeanizing" US health care. And Wicker's state is in such a pitiful state why should anyone listen to him?
Then Baucus goes on to say "there was no European style..." again, as though there were something wrong with a "European style" solution.
This lunacy stops us taking advantage of solutions that are proven to work.
BTW, the FRight wing is going to call Obama and all Democrats "socialists" regardless of what they do or do not do, regardless of what they do or do not believe.”
How Obama Can Create Jobs and Decrease Unemployment
Commented Jan 05, 2010 at 02:42:16 in Politics
“Very good piece. Sad that we won't just copy programs from Europe that work.
Disturbing that Reed and DeLauro are ignored even though their idea is totally workable.
Usually when there are lay-offs, those that remain have to work even more hours. 80 or 90% of full time sounds great, would be like a vacation.”
Disturbing that Reed and DeLauro are ignored even though their idea is totally workable.
Usually when there are lay-offs, those that remain have to work even more hours. 80 or 90% of full time sounds great, would be like a vacation.”
jennyjen replied on Jan 05, 2010 at 03:50:06
“Yes excellent post and comment. I hope the president reads this. It is so sad that even if he did implement some of the European ideas that have already proven successful - that he would instantly be attacked as a socialist. How embarrassing.
Jon Stewart interviewed the French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde several months ago. She was fascinating. She stated the obvious - that France believes in welfare, unemployment, social security etc for everyone who needs it. She calls it a safety-net. Really funny when Jon asks her which country is more socialist - US or France?
http://www
Jon Stewart interviewed the French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde several months ago. She was fascinating. She stated the obvious - that France believes in welfare, unemployment, social security etc for everyone who needs it. She calls it a safety-net. Really funny when Jon asks her which country is more socialist - US or France?
http://www
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 04, 2010 at 15:51:26 in Books
“I notice you have 46 fans since 2005.
You should get an award for being one of the least admired bloggers.”
You should get an award for being one of the least admired bloggers.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 04, 2010 at 15:48:49 in Books
“Every state voting and every vote counted is a "sore loser mythology.
No, it is just the democratic process.
BTW, please share with us your list of published works and the ones on the best seller list to lend some credence to your criticism of the author of this piece. Surely you have been more successful.”
No, it is just the democratic process.
BTW, please share with us your list of published works and the ones on the best seller list to lend some credence to your criticism of the author of this piece. Surely you have been more successful.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 22:27:11 in Books
“I'm sorry, it is you who is mistaken.
The president has tremendous power as the Command-in-Chief, for example which generally requires not consent of congress to exercise.
However, he doesn't always go to congress as he should. It is congress who should institute a draft, for example. But Pres. Obama wraps himself in the cloak of the unitary executive and continues G W B's illegal draft called "stop loss" which unjustly drafts those who have already served voluntarily to serve in violation of their service contract.
Why don't you study our current state and find out how much of a dictator we already have.”
The president has tremendous power as the Command-in-Chief, for example which generally requires not consent of congress to exercise.
However, he doesn't always go to congress as he should. It is congress who should institute a draft, for example. But Pres. Obama wraps himself in the cloak of the unitary executive and continues G W B's illegal draft called "stop loss" which unjustly drafts those who have already served voluntarily to serve in violation of their service contract.
Why don't you study our current state and find out how much of a dictator we already have.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 22:18:34 in Books
“Taking the man at his word is NOT wanting a dictator.
My expectations are his promises.
If he was not prepared to deliver on them, he should not have made them and certainly should not have asked to be held accountable.
The leader of the free world is NOT powerless!”
My expectations are his promises.
If he was not prepared to deliver on them, he should not have made them and certainly should not have asked to be held accountable.
The leader of the free world is NOT powerless!”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 19:58:59 in Books
“"If the people will lead, the leaders will follow" = yes, that is the movement mentality that can change the parties and the country
I'd don't expect anything of Obama other than what he specifically promised.
http://www
Of course, he was and is a moderate.
Some people have been patient a long time. The ERA was first introduced in 1923 and yet 3 more states still need to ratify. Patient enough?
Many gays and lesbians are still waiting for the promise of the Clinton administration to be fulfilled. Patient enough?
People need to act, yes, but many feel they have already acted and now is time for politicians to pay the piper. I was radicalized (again) by the last administration and made monthly donations to various opposition organization for 8 years. Many others went way above and beyond.
We elected Democrats to take democratic action, and I for one, would like to see them DO IT.”
I'd don't expect anything of Obama other than what he specifically promised.
http://www
Of course, he was and is a moderate.
Some people have been patient a long time. The ERA was first introduced in 1923 and yet 3 more states still need to ratify. Patient enough?
Many gays and lesbians are still waiting for the promise of the Clinton administration to be fulfilled. Patient enough?
People need to act, yes, but many feel they have already acted and now is time for politicians to pay the piper. I was radicalized (again) by the last administration and made monthly donations to various opposition organization for 8 years. Many others went way above and beyond.
We elected Democrats to take democratic action, and I for one, would like to see them DO IT.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 17:54:55 in Books
“Yes, I was thinking of the Chicago convention. They may use tear gas, police brutality, etc. but eventually, they will have to change.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 17:49:40 in Books
“We can run Democratic and Republican primary challenges.
If the challenger does not win the primary, they can still run in the general election.”
If the challenger does not win the primary, they can still run in the general election.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 17:45:17 in Books
“Trust but verify. I think the same thing cam be accomplished with movements, like the black civil rights movement.
Running primary challenges will send a message. Then if the challenger loses the primary, they can still run independent.
Sorry, I cannot support hate and war mongering Republicans under any circumstances.
I reject the Republican talking point "Dems are just as bad as we are."
It is like saying the blue whale of evil and wrong-doing on the right is the same as the amoeba of wrong-doing and evil on the left. No, it is not the same.
I think we have to reject the Konservative Korporate Kapitalism of Republicans and Blue Dog Democrats by getting rid of them. It'll be tough, but we have to show them for who they really are, not the propaganda image they project on Faux Noise.”
Running primary challenges will send a message. Then if the challenger loses the primary, they can still run independent.
Sorry, I cannot support hate and war mongering Republicans under any circumstances.
I reject the Republican talking point "Dems are just as bad as we are."
It is like saying the blue whale of evil and wrong-doing on the right is the same as the amoeba of wrong-doing and evil on the left. No, it is not the same.
I think we have to reject the Konservative Korporate Kapitalism of Republicans and Blue Dog Democrats by getting rid of them. It'll be tough, but we have to show them for who they really are, not the propaganda image they project on Faux Noise.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 17:26:43 in Books
“That is the propaganda.”
kapadonous replied on Jan 03, 2010 at 19:33:28
“No, that's the reality. Many who say they aren't those things still contribute to it directly or indirectly every day. We cant expect the President to make changes in a National level on issue many of us cant even make in our own lives.
"If the people will lead, the leaders will follow" is the cliche, but it is still true. Don't expect Obama to be anything other than the moderate he claimed to be. Push for achievable change, and work to provide the foundation for further change in your community. The changes we all want, the changes expressed on these boards, are ones that cant be handed down by the Fed. It's up to all of us to make them, so that we can get to where we want to be. Not overnight, but maybe 10, 20 years? Let's have a realistic plan, not a reactionary one.”
"If the people will lead, the leaders will follow" is the cliche, but it is still true. Don't expect Obama to be anything other than the moderate he claimed to be. Push for achievable change, and work to provide the foundation for further change in your community. The changes we all want, the changes expressed on these boards, are ones that cant be handed down by the Fed. It's up to all of us to make them, so that we can get to where we want to be. Not overnight, but maybe 10, 20 years? Let's have a realistic plan, not a reactionary one.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 17:19:41 in Books
“When you stand in the middle of the road, you get hit from both sides.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 02:54:41 in Books
“Public health care that works in the rest of the civilize world is not "abstract" it is completely concretely real.
http://www
Pres. Obama said to hold HIM accountable.”
http://www
Pres. Obama said to hold HIM accountable.”
kapadonous replied on Jan 03, 2010 at 20:13:51
“Again, Obama can not control Congress. Your expectations are impractical if not implausible. The President is a dictator, and that is clearly what you seem to want.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 02:50:19 in Books
“Did you worry about how your tax money was spent when G W B emptied the treasury?”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 02:48:32 in Books
“The people who cry "socialist" have no idea what they are talking about.
Obama is quite moderate.”
Obama is quite moderate.”
donbrown replied on Jan 03, 2010 at 02:53:22
“I agree with you...I am pointing out that so many on the far left seem disappointed while the right is still screaming "socialist".
It doesn't make any sense,”
It doesn't make any sense,”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 02:42:22 in Books
“BTW, the insurance companies win MORE with the senate bill than they win now with the status quo.
The mandate will just give them trillions to use against us in court, in the halls of congress..
The mandate will just give them trillions to use against us in court, in the halls of congress..
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 02:38:35 in Books
“I'm sorry, liberals are the majority.
Conservative Republicans are under 30% now and a dy.ing demographic.”
Conservative Republicans are under 30% now and a dy.ing demographic.”
repearwo replied on Jan 03, 2010 at 02:56:43
“Well, if you think that liberals are the majority, who is electing all those Blue dogs you don't like? Liberal is not opposite of Conservative Republican, and it is not either liberal or Conservative.
There are a whole group of people who are not conservative that certainly do not call themselves liberal. Ever heard of moderates?
I can see why you think there is some grand capitulation if you believe that the US is a Liberal country. It is not and will not be anytime soon. I have spent 38 years being in the minority of liberals and while there are a few more of us now, we are far from a majority.”
There are a whole group of people who are not conservative that certainly do not call themselves liberal. Ever heard of moderates?
I can see why you think there is some grand capitulation if you believe that the US is a Liberal country. It is not and will not be anytime soon. I have spent 38 years being in the minority of liberals and while there are a few more of us now, we are far from a majority.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 02:36:57 in Books
“Did I say "kill the bill?" No. There should be a public option. Until it is over, we should continue to say what we want.
I want to see
- a public option for all
- Medicare buy in starting at 50 years old
- VA care extended to all veterans”
I want to see
- a public option for all
- Medicare buy in starting at 50 years old
- VA care extended to all veterans”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 02:07:39 in Books
“It is not arm-twisting to expect a leader to lead.
Again, he said "hold me accountable" and I'm taking him at his word”
Again, he said "hold me accountable" and I'm taking him at his word”
kapadonous replied on Jan 03, 2010 at 20:11:36
“"It is not arm-twisting to expect a leader to lead. "
You clearly have no idea where the President's authority really is. You jusy think Obama can wave a magic wand. Do yourself a favor and study up on the America legal system, and how power is balanced between branches of the government. You want obama to be a dictator, not a President.”
You clearly have no idea where the President's authority really is. You jusy think Obama can wave a magic wand. Do yourself a favor and study up on the America legal system, and how power is balanced between branches of the government. You want obama to be a dictator, not a President.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 02:03:48 in Books
“In many states, if you do not register as a Democrat, you cannot vote in the Democratic primary, and we need people to vote in the Democratic primaries to get rid of the likes of Baucus, Grassley, Nelson, Stupak...
Great post!”
Great post!”
HappyBalance replied on Jan 03, 2010 at 12:44:16
“How about stay registered as a Democrat vote in the primaries and then vote 3rd party in the general election.”
Where Does A Democrat Go From Here?
Commented Jan 03, 2010 at 01:56:06 in Books
“His campaign materials said "public option."
http://www
I was responding to the poster who said "He NEVER..."
Did I say I was angry? No. He said "hold me accountable" and I will.
http://www
Clinton lost the little Democratic advantage he had in only 2 years. The way it is going, may happen again. In which case, we may be stuck with very little that helps American people or the American economy.
Let's say I'm apprehensive.”
http://www
I was responding to the poster who said "He NEVER..."
Did I say I was angry? No. He said "hold me accountable" and I will.
http://www
Clinton lost the little Democratic advantage he had in only 2 years. The way it is going, may happen again. In which case, we may be stuck with very little that helps American people or the American economy.
Let's say I'm apprehensive.”
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