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White House Christmas Tree Arrives
Commented Nov 27, 2009 at 19:37:32 in Style
“Mr. President: Plant a living Christmas Tree on the White House lawn, and string solar powered light bulbs on it once a year instead of chopping down a beautiful tree every year.
Show the American people through your leadership, that you are serious about protecting our natural resources, and stopping climate change”
Show the American people through your leadership, that you are serious about protecting our natural resources, and stopping climate change”
deepintheheartoftejas replied on Nov 28, 2009 at 17:15:31
“Solar-powered Christmas light? During the time of year when daylight is the least, when skies are often overcast? That sounds decadent in the extreme!”
cjohnathan replied on Nov 27, 2009 at 20:06:59
“better yet , help us find a job!”
lastep replied on Nov 27, 2009 at 19:58:48
“yes I agree wholeheartedly. Also Mr. President. Call for a non partisan panel to look into the leaked emails by the UN's leading scientists.”
rubygreen replied on Nov 27, 2009 at 19:57:52
“It's actually grown on a tree farm. The people that grew this one have grown 4 others, a couple in their 80's who are so excited as they feel it is going to be a "family tree".”
Black Friday Deals Online: BEST Websites For Black Friday 2009 Sales, Discounts
Commented Nov 27, 2009 at 13:59:18 in Business
“Huffingtonpost blogger and Author Dan Solin published a book titled "The Smartest Investment Book You'll Ever Read". Follow his advice and you will invest properly.
Here is how to get $1 Million in 20 years.Inve
Here is how to get $1 Million in 20 years.Inve
Black Friday Deals Online: BEST Websites For Black Friday 2009 Sales, Discounts
Commented Nov 27, 2009 at 10:52:48 in Business
“For those of you who are "Green", and abhor our consumption culture, you can calculate how skipping Black Friday benefits you financially.
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For instance, if you usually spend $1,000 on Black Friday, saving and investing the money will give $55,000 after 20 years and allow you to retire with $25,000 less in retirement savings. Celebrate a Green Friday!”
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For instance, if you usually spend $1,000 on Black Friday, saving and investing the money will give $55,000 after 20 years and allow you to retire with $25,000 less in retirement savings. Celebrate a Green Friday!”
thats2much replied on Nov 27, 2009 at 13:15:45
“If you don't spend and abhor our consumer culture, what will you do with all the money you will have in 20 years?”
Hank007 replied on Nov 27, 2009 at 12:58:34
“I like you're thinking. maybe tell us where we can invest to get that kind of return. I wouldn't mind doing it with $10k this year and next, and having a million $ in 21 years!”
miranda2060 replied on Nov 27, 2009 at 12:31:18
“Good advice.”
The Great American Smokeout 2009: Tell Us Why You Quit Smoking Or Reasons People Should
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 15:38:50 in Living
“Quit smoking and you can retire early. If you save and invest the money you spend on tobacco, after 20 years you could have an additional $100,000, and be able to retire with $45,000 less in retirement savings.
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Add that to the list of reasons to quit smoking”
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Add that to the list of reasons to quit smoking”
Czar Blocks Bank Of America Chief's Pay
Commented Oct 15, 2009 at 22:00:49 in Business
“This is payback for Ken Lewis trying to get out of the Merrill deal after the Wall Street - Washington axis of evil put the gun to his head. Ken Lewis's exposing how he was bullied into the deal at the expense of his shareholders, can not be tolerated, and the recision of his salary and bonus is meant to serve as a warning to other C.E.O's.”
olympus6 replied on Oct 16, 2009 at 04:52:00
“Exactly. Just as the $700 billion was straight up extortion, this is definitely a shot across the bow to anyone who goes against the program.”
Tiggy replied on Oct 15, 2009 at 23:38:08
“So does Washington own Wall Street or does Wall Street own Washington? Perhaps they are partners in crime?”
Job losses, early retirements hurt Social Security
Commented Sep 27, 2009 at 11:44:25 in Business
“This is great news for the economy and the planet. I encourage everyone who is eligible for social security, and has been laid off, to stop looking for a job and begin taking their checks. Retirement is the single best action you can take to reduce climate change. And by retiring, you are reducing unemployment, helping the economy.
Delaying your retirement for 5 years is not going to make a big difference in your social security check or the amount of savings you will be able to accumulate. You can retire on social security, many people do it, you just have to adjust your lifestyle and expectations.”
Delaying your retirement for 5 years is not going to make a big difference in your social security check or the amount of savings you will be able to accumulate. You can retire on social security, many people do it, you just have to adjust your lifestyle and expectations.”
Witchitalineman replied on Sep 27, 2009 at 20:08:52
“There is no way I could financially afford at this stage (and I'm 66) to just retire and live on social security. How many people "do it" with adjusting their lifestyles is wonderful for those who can but I sure couldn't and I live very simply.”
VikingQuest replied on Sep 27, 2009 at 11:45:59
“"You can retire on social security, many people do it, you just have to adjust your lifestyle and expectations"
LOL, people want to enjoy their retirement . . . not live like hippies.”
LOL, people want to enjoy their retirement . . . not live like hippies.”
TV SoundOff: Sunday Talking Heads
Commented Sep 13, 2009 at 10:23:02 in Media
“Hi Jason:
In an effort to help your readers, better understand the Sunday morning news shows, I propose changing their names to the following:
Face the Nation
"Fake the Nation"
Meet the Press
"Meet the Propagandists"
This Week with GS
"This is Weak with GS"
Fox News Sunday
"F*#K the News on Sunday"
I believe these new names better reflect the content of the shows and should help viewers make more sense of what they are watching.”
In an effort to help your readers, better understand the Sunday morning news shows, I propose changing their names to the following:
Face the Nation
"Fake the Nation"
Meet the Press
"Meet the Propagandists"
This Week with GS
"This is Weak with GS"
Fox News Sunday
"F*#K the News on Sunday"
I believe these new names better reflect the content of the shows and should help viewers make more sense of what they are watching.”
GirlOutWest replied on Sep 13, 2009 at 10:56:39
“Very funny and all to true.”
ciarequital replied on Sep 13, 2009 at 10:52:40
“LMAO Great!”
tapley replied on Sep 13, 2009 at 10:43:39
“Pretty much sums it up.”
slc1950 replied on Sep 13, 2009 at 10:25:21
“LOL - nice one!!!”
G-20 Promises Crackdown On Bankers' Pay
Commented Sep 05, 2009 at 14:51:44 in Business
“Restricting Bankers pay is a red herring meant to please the sheep, while disguising the fact that nowhere in the communique, do they discuss re-regulating the financial system. Paging Arianna! Financial regulation is what is needed to create confidence and help avoid future bubbles. It's sad to see that even the red herring, was watered down by the U.S. and the U.K., in an effort to protect banker bonuses.
The only real news out of the communique is that the stock market bubble will continue to grow. As the finance ministers have all agreed to keep borrowing and pumping money into the financial system. Expect a big open on Wall Street when it re-opens after labor day weekend.”
The only real news out of the communique is that the stock market bubble will continue to grow. As the finance ministers have all agreed to keep borrowing and pumping money into the financial system. Expect a big open on Wall Street when it re-opens after labor day weekend.”
queenofcore replied on Sep 05, 2009 at 16:09:31
“so True, I am think Geithner is Obama's weak spot, that could take the whole show down.”
HamletsMill replied on Sep 05, 2009 at 15:50:14
“Yep. Unregulated OTC Credit Default Swaps are STILL LEGAL everywhere in the world after they took down 150 year old financial institutions a year ago! It is like a nuclear reactor blew up killing millions of people and we just keep building them. It is amazing, amazing stuff. There is no financial regulation anywhere in the world. Zero. Nada. Zippo. These boys play to win. Once bailed out by the governments they control, they will just keep the insider game going and not give up one inch of their control over the wealth of the entire world. That is the situation we are in. Absolutely nothing whatsoever will be done. Nothing.
It is clear that it may take 100-500 years using Internet technology, but a new political party will have to be formed in the United States it we all do not want to die as slaves.
CRASH COURSE IN ECONOMICS 101 - 21 VIDEOS (4 HOURS)
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ELLEN BROWN EXPLAINS THE LAST 350 YEARS - 5 VIDEOS
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DOUGLAS RUSHKOFF EXPLAINS THE LAST 500 YEARS - 1 VIDEO
Life Incorporated: How The World Became A Corporation, And How To Take It Back.
by Douglas Rushkoff
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STUDY THE HISTORY OF THE 300 YEAR OLD FRACTIONAL RESERVE BRITISH BANKING SYSTEM MODEL THAT STILL RULES US TODAY - 5 VIDEOS
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It is clear that it may take 100-500 years using Internet technology, but a new political party will have to be formed in the United States it we all do not want to die as slaves.
CRASH COURSE IN ECONOMICS 101 - 21 VIDEOS (4 HOURS)
http://www
ELLEN BROWN EXPLAINS THE LAST 350 YEARS - 5 VIDEOS
http://www
http://www
http://web
DOUGLAS RUSHKOFF EXPLAINS THE LAST 500 YEARS - 1 VIDEO
Life Incorporated: How The World Became A Corporation, And How To Take It Back.
by Douglas Rushkoff
http://lif
STUDY THE HISTORY OF THE 300 YEAR OLD FRACTIONAL RESERVE BRITISH BANKING SYSTEM MODEL THAT STILL RULES US TODAY - 5 VIDEOS
http://www
Obama Announces Initiatives To Increase Savings (VIDEO)
Commented Sep 05, 2009 at 14:12:02 in Politics
“This is nothing more than another attempt by Wall Street to get their hands on American worker's retirements. As Huffingtonpost blogger Dan Solin points out, 401k's are the biggest scam going, charging higher fees and offering poorer performing funds.
After Wall Street failed to privatize Social Security during the Bush administration, Wall Street has obviously found another champion, and another method of looting Americans' retirements. Why does my opinion count? I am a professional retirement planner who predicted the global economic collapse, and who realized long before most of you, that President Obama is a corporate tool. The question Obama supporters need to start asking themselves is, for how long are they going to continue behaving like their tea bagging and birther cousins, how long are Obama supporter going to remain corporate fools?”
After Wall Street failed to privatize Social Security during the Bush administration, Wall Street has obviously found another champion, and another method of looting Americans' retirements. Why does my opinion count? I am a professional retirement planner who predicted the global economic collapse, and who realized long before most of you, that President Obama is a corporate tool. The question Obama supporters need to start asking themselves is, for how long are they going to continue behaving like their tea bagging and birther cousins, how long are Obama supporter going to remain corporate fools?”
Citigroup's Toxic Assets Obscured By Rising Stock Price: Reuters
Commented Aug 13, 2009 at 13:45:41 in Business
“Exactly. Citigroup, and others, became instantly profitable with the Mark to Market change. They then took the capital given to them by the U.S. Taxpayer, and instead of paying down their bad loans or increasing lending to the American people, they engaged in "Proprietary" trading. They invested the capital in the commodities markets, the stock market, and overseas markets, and recorded record profits. One citigroup oil trader is getting headlines by demanding his $100 million in bonuses.
It's all a big scam and a sham and it is only setting up another stock market collapse and bank bailout.”
It's all a big scam and a sham and it is only setting up another stock market collapse and bank bailout.”
joebhed replied on Aug 13, 2009 at 16:34:02
“Problem identified.
Solution?”
Solution?”
Oscar Arias, Costa Rica's President, Has Swine Flu
Commented Aug 11, 2009 at 22:16:58 in World
“karma.”
SeanOcali replied on Aug 11, 2009 at 22:31:04
“What's wrong with you?”
Krugman: World Avoided Second Great Depression
Commented Aug 10, 2009 at 10:36:49 in Business
“Wrong. A second Great Depression has been delayed - not averted. The second Great Depression should have started in August 2007. The Chinese and Arabs bailed out our bankrupt banks and government, pouring billions into Bear Stearns, Citigroup, the U.S. Treasury, and gave us one year to get our financial house in order. Instead of fixing things, we robbed them, and one year later they pulled the plug.
In September 2008 they refused to rescue Lehman Brothers, panic insued, and the stock market collapsed. Paulson was forced to use taxpayer money to bail-out the banks. The economic collapse in the U.S. was taking the world economy down with it, the G20 nations embarked on a massive stimulus, to keep their economies afloat. The global stimulus stopped the collapse and helped create a stock market rebound. As soon as the stimulus ends the economy will collapse and the second Great Depression will begin.”
In September 2008 they refused to rescue Lehman Brothers, panic insued, and the stock market collapsed. Paulson was forced to use taxpayer money to bail-out the banks. The economic collapse in the U.S. was taking the world economy down with it, the G20 nations embarked on a massive stimulus, to keep their economies afloat. The global stimulus stopped the collapse and helped create a stock market rebound. As soon as the stimulus ends the economy will collapse and the second Great Depression will begin.”
CaptainVideo replied on Aug 10, 2009 at 10:57:41
“Sorry, but you will not get your wish for another Great Depression. The activist policies of the Fed and the U.S. goverment have prevented it.”
LeighAnnes replied on Aug 10, 2009 at 10:48:37
“No it won't.”
Geithner Asks Congress To Increase Federal Debt Limit
Commented Aug 08, 2009 at 20:42:08 in Business
“Agreed. But understand that the Obama stimulus requires raising the debt limit. To get rid of deficit spending would require massive cuts in government programs at a time when the economy is in recession. Liberal economists like Krugman and Stiglitz are calling for more government spending, not less, in an effort to get the economy growing again.
Their is a solution to eliminating the deficit and debt, but it is neither Democrat or Republican, it is Green. Unfortunately, even after all the disappointments, our country is not yet ready to embrace a green future.”
Their is a solution to eliminating the deficit and debt, but it is neither Democrat or Republican, it is Green. Unfortunately, even after all the disappointments, our country is not yet ready to embrace a green future.”
NevadaPatriot replied on Aug 08, 2009 at 21:49:24
“I understand your argument and I agree with you about shifting from a fossil fuel economy to a green economy.
This will create jobs, but given the culture of fiscal irresponsibility in this country, I doubt that even with a 100% green economy will eliminate the debt.
Obama unfortunately has failed us. He just wants to move forward without any accountability. There needs to be serious reform on Wall St. and it is not happening. People need to be held accountable for the Mortgage and derivative fiasco. Also, ratings agencies need to be held accountable or face legal action.
Valuation methodology needs to be scrutinized. You cannot price companies based on perfect valuation forecasting.
This is a big mistake. And this is why I do not want the debt level raised. In addition, i do not like inflation because it devalues my money.
The bottom line is: Obama had better hope his stimulus package creates jobs or the economy is not going "go." Once going we are going to have to raise taxes to pay the debt back.
Or else we borrow more and more and never pay it back. Admit America is broke. Deceive other countries and prolong the eventual collapse of our economic system.”
This will create jobs, but given the culture of fiscal irresponsibility in this country, I doubt that even with a 100% green economy will eliminate the debt.
Obama unfortunately has failed us. He just wants to move forward without any accountability. There needs to be serious reform on Wall St. and it is not happening. People need to be held accountable for the Mortgage and derivative fiasco. Also, ratings agencies need to be held accountable or face legal action.
Valuation methodology needs to be scrutinized. You cannot price companies based on perfect valuation forecasting.
This is a big mistake. And this is why I do not want the debt level raised. In addition, i do not like inflation because it devalues my money.
The bottom line is: Obama had better hope his stimulus package creates jobs or the economy is not going "go." Once going we are going to have to raise taxes to pay the debt back.
Or else we borrow more and more and never pay it back. Admit America is broke. Deceive other countries and prolong the eventual collapse of our economic system.”
Geithner Asks Congress To Increase Federal Debt Limit
Commented Aug 08, 2009 at 20:09:41 in Business
“I can't believe I'm about to do this, it will be the first time, but I have to defend Geithner on this one. Our Government runs budget deficits which add to the national debt. In order to continue running deficits the debt limit must be raised. The debt limit can only be raised by an act of Congress. Congress funds - the President spends. Geithner is asking Republicans and Democrats in Congress not to use the issue for political advantage. His worry is that political grandstanding could cause an erosion of foreign and domestic confidence in the economy and ruin any chances of recovery. That's all their is to the story folks.”
NevadaPatriot replied on Aug 08, 2009 at 20:24:09
“That is the problem. Our government operates on a culture of deficit spending and debt.
Who, how and when will this debt be paid down?
I see no clear plan for for debt repayment.
Further increasing debt puts more dollars into circulation. This devalues the dollar and will cause inflation.
I Say "NO" to raising the debt. Especially not for providing more dollars to Banks. This is wrong.”
Who, how and when will this debt be paid down?
I see no clear plan for for debt repayment.
Further increasing debt puts more dollars into circulation. This devalues the dollar and will cause inflation.
I Say "NO" to raising the debt. Especially not for providing more dollars to Banks. This is wrong.”
Wall Street Reaps 'Outsized Profits' From Deals With Fed
Commented Aug 02, 2009 at 22:24:09 in Business
“The Federal Reserve is simply funneling money from Main Street to Wall Street. The Federal Reserve is owned by Wall Street. Barney Frank is a populist pretender who represents Wall Street not Main Street
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The Treasury Dept. and the Federal Reserve rescued AIG to cover Goldman Sachs bad bets and bad debts. It's not the Federal Reserve that is being gamed - it's the American people.”
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The Treasury Dept. and the Federal Reserve rescued AIG to cover Goldman Sachs bad bets and bad debts. It's not the Federal Reserve that is being gamed - it's the American people.”
PATina replied on Aug 02, 2009 at 22:36:04
“No.... trickle down works... just give it some time (and more of our hard earned money). Geez... it's only been 30 years... give it another 30 and you'll see !!!! We have to save the banks... if they fail... we all faaaiiillll !!!!!”
PhilipTaylor replied on Aug 02, 2009 at 22:28:05
“EXACTLY!
R0B1N H00D in REVERSE!”
R0B1N H00D in REVERSE!”
mcmchugh99 replied on Aug 02, 2009 at 22:26:35
“We'd better start insisting that more of this Fed money starts getting funneled back down the line, not just to banks.
This is like the parallel universe of the government, and it's difficult to get any answer about why this money is only going to Wall Street, and not to something else except banks.”
This is like the parallel universe of the government, and it's difficult to get any answer about why this money is only going to Wall Street, and not to something else except banks.”
Hard Times Driving More People In Michigan To Fish For Food
Commented Jul 27, 2009 at 15:27:02 in Business
“Same thing going on here in California, more people fishing, and eating too much fish containing mercury. Pregnant women should only eat one serving of fish caught in the S.F Bay per month. A serving of fish is the size of your palm.
The reason 1 in 150 children born in the U.S. have autism, is because of the toxins and anti-biotics in our food. Met a man a few months ago at a Green event, told me he became an environmentalist, after it took him 3 years to recover from mercury poisoning because he ate too much fish thinking he was being healthy.
I'll never forget the scene from Roger & Me of the woman skinning a rabbit in her front yard. Good Luck to all.”
The reason 1 in 150 children born in the U.S. have autism, is because of the toxins and anti-biotics in our food. Met a man a few months ago at a Green event, told me he became an environmentalist, after it took him 3 years to recover from mercury poisoning because he ate too much fish thinking he was being healthy.
I'll never forget the scene from Roger & Me of the woman skinning a rabbit in her front yard. Good Luck to all.”
loki replied on Jul 27, 2009 at 15:34:56
“well you can thank the same corporations who have dragged the economy down due to their selfishness and greed for the mercury content in the fish, and all the other chemicals we consume, and breath on a daily basis.”
Iraq Veterans Find Afghan Enemy Even Bolder
Commented Jul 26, 2009 at 13:50:51 in World
“Hopefully, this doesn't cause you to have a Sunday morning nervous breakdown, but Jason took a much deserved weekend off. But you can catch Arianna discussing the very important Gates arrest on This Week here:
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MizTraci replied on Jul 26, 2009 at 14:13:11
“No offense and thanks, but I'm really not interest in what HairyAnna has to say. About anything.
(Getting banned in 10, 9, 8, ..........
(Getting banned in 10, 9, 8, ..........
Newsweek: The Recession Is Over! But Not for You
Commented Jul 25, 2009 at 23:17:29 in Business
“The recession is not over - not even technically. Put the cork back in the champagne bottle, Newsweek and others are getting excited over the recent stock market rally, a bear market rally that will not last. Their were several factors that led to the stock market rally, as I explain in the linked article below, that are now in reverse.
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The stock market which used to be a future predictor, has now become a lagging indicator, reacting to Federal reserve interest rate cuts and the massive stimulus spending. Corporate earnings beat expectations, not by increasing revenues, but by laying off employees.
Interest rates are rising, a second stimulus will not occur, unemployment continues to rise, all of which will lead to lower corporate revenues and no economic recovery.”
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The stock market which used to be a future predictor, has now become a lagging indicator, reacting to Federal reserve interest rate cuts and the massive stimulus spending. Corporate earnings beat expectations, not by increasing revenues, but by laying off employees.
Interest rates are rising, a second stimulus will not occur, unemployment continues to rise, all of which will lead to lower corporate revenues and no economic recovery.”
Lilith33 replied on Jul 25, 2009 at 23:26:49
“The stock market is a casino...”
Plugging Along At 62 With Lots Of Debt, No Job And No Credit
Commented Jul 22, 2009 at 13:56:14 in Business
“James:
Here is how to fix your situation, get rid of your stress, and have a relaxing retirement.
First file for bankruptcy. Clear away all your debts. Stop beating yourself over the fact that you can not pay your debts. Your money and mine, is being used to bailout bankers that can't pay their debts, so don't feel ashamed about filing bankruptcy.
Second, read about how you can retire on just social security.
http://www
You can retire on Social Security, if you can make some lifestyle adjustments, and if you get it out of your head that you are too old to move. Good luck.”
Here is how to fix your situation, get rid of your stress, and have a relaxing retirement.
First file for bankruptcy. Clear away all your debts. Stop beating yourself over the fact that you can not pay your debts. Your money and mine, is being used to bailout bankers that can't pay their debts, so don't feel ashamed about filing bankruptcy.
Second, read about how you can retire on just social security.
http://www
You can retire on Social Security, if you can make some lifestyle adjustments, and if you get it out of your head that you are too old to move. Good luck.”
GigsLaroo replied on Jul 23, 2009 at 00:21:18
“A lot of folks have mentioned declaring bankruptcy. Only thing is, that hurts your job prospects even more. Any place that does background checks will spot that and it will be a black mark. (I'm not saying it's justified, but that's what happens.)”
Obama Calls On Bloggers To Keep Health Care Pressure On Congress (AUDIO)
Commented Jul 20, 2009 at 21:26:11 in Politics
“Was the Huffingtonpost at this meeting?”
Andrea Castillo replied on Jul 20, 2009 at 21:29:44
“They wiretapped, I'll bet.”
Geithner Has Tough Task In Marketing US Debt
Commented Jul 19, 2009 at 20:56:40 in Business
“This article points out why Krugman and Stiglitz are wrong in asking for a second stimulus. Geithner is going around the world "hat in hand" to sell the current stimulus. Who do our esteemed liberal economists think are going to purchase the second stimulus.
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The U.S. needs to re-allocate it's spending from non-productive military expenditure to productive job creating green infrastructure projects.”
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The U.S. needs to re-allocate it's spending from non-productive military expenditure to productive job creating green infrastructure projects.”
funkalicious replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 21:19:05
“Yes changing light bulbs to Mexican and Chinese made fluorescent bulbs via government salesmen is the way to go!! We will be as Green as Burlington VT where Bernie Sanders form of socialism has made a jubilee.. a full 51% of children enrolled in elementary school are living in Poverty!
Let us model America on a system where 51% of children are raised in poverty! Woot!”
Let us model America on a system where 51% of children are raised in poverty! Woot!”
ErnestineBass replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 21:06:10
“I agree. The price of Empire is too high.”
Krugman: White House Excluding "Progressive-Economist Wing"
Commented Jul 19, 2009 at 13:30:21 in Politics
“Krugman and Stiglitz feel betrayed by Obama. Having bought into the "Change" theme, and eagerly and publicly supported his campaign, both men were shunned and ignored once Obama became president. Instead of changing the Wall Street - Washington axis of evil, which Arianna Huffington to her great credit continues to expose, Obama immediately turned over the economy to men who represent the American Oligarchy.
Obama can not have it both ways, he cannot continue to talk change, while at the same time delivering no change. Obama should heed FDR's advice about fooling the people. While there still remains many Obama-bots, on this site and others, more and more progressives have given up hope that Obama represents nothing more than the same failed policies of the past.”
Obama can not have it both ways, he cannot continue to talk change, while at the same time delivering no change. Obama should heed FDR's advice about fooling the people. While there still remains many Obama-bots, on this site and others, more and more progressives have given up hope that Obama represents nothing more than the same failed policies of the past.”
Devaughn Hughson replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 14:55:24
“I DISAGREE . I haven't lost hope and I believe once the dust is settled... the changes we hoped and voted for will surface. Coming into power and casting away a system that is completely entangled with every facet of American life is like a blindman walking into a minefield. Obama has to feel his way thru this extraordinary situation, there is a delicate strategic way to rid yourself of the things that don't work. Like he said in the primaries.
WoodyCPM replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 14:08:09
“It makes me queasy and depressed to admit it, but I'm afraid you're right.”
MyNameIsJames replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 14:03:38
“Amen - It is up to us to challenge the President as aggressively as possible. We must also develop a narrative that strikes a resonant chord with the American public. There is a lot of work to do!
FDR and LBJ are really the two key examples that President Obama should be studying.
FDR for his forward thinking policies and how he defanged his Republican Rivals
LBJ for his courage and how he DOMINATED the Senate in order to get his legislation through.
The President is going to be SHOCKED when he comes back to the Progressive Community and gets a luke warm reception. His 1/2 measures are going to sabatoge any attempt that he may have of actually changing the status quo.
Again our President seemed to use "CHANGE" as a marketing ploy - BECAUSE MANY Progressives KNEW that he wasn't a true REFOMER. He avoided the term REFORM throughout his campaign
In reality He seems to prefer pragmatism - in the middle of a societal meltdown!- what does pramatism mean to our prospects as a nation?”
FDR and LBJ are really the two key examples that President Obama should be studying.
FDR for his forward thinking policies and how he defanged his Republican Rivals
LBJ for his courage and how he DOMINATED the Senate in order to get his legislation through.
The President is going to be SHOCKED when he comes back to the Progressive Community and gets a luke warm reception. His 1/2 measures are going to sabatoge any attempt that he may have of actually changing the status quo.
Again our President seemed to use "CHANGE" as a marketing ploy - BECAUSE MANY Progressives KNEW that he wasn't a true REFOMER. He avoided the term REFORM throughout his campaign
In reality He seems to prefer pragmatism - in the middle of a societal meltdown!- what does pramatism mean to our prospects as a nation?”
Jaladeno replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 14:00:34
“ditto.
We are going to take the use of that word back, too.”
We are going to take the use of that word back, too.”
ddanimal replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 14:00:18
“Yup. Obama thinks that stealing from me and giving my money to the big banks represent some kind of sensible, forward looking economic policy.
I am no longer an Obama supporter.”
I am no longer an Obama supporter.”
Chernynkaya replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 13:47:48
“Co-sign.”
CaptainVideo replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 13:47:45
“Since Krugman supported Hillary, he has no basis for feeling betrayed.
But the fact that Obama's chief economic advisor, Summers, is one of the people who got things very wrong about economic policy before the meltdown of the financial system last fall is a serious source of concern. Stiglitz would have been a much better choice. Nevertheless it takes more than 6 months to evaluate how much change Obama will bring about. It took Roosevelt two terms to complete the New Deal reforms.”
But the fact that Obama's chief economic advisor, Summers, is one of the people who got things very wrong about economic policy before the meltdown of the financial system last fall is a serious source of concern. Stiglitz would have been a much better choice. Nevertheless it takes more than 6 months to evaluate how much change Obama will bring about. It took Roosevelt two terms to complete the New Deal reforms.”
iblogleft replied on Jul 19, 2009 at 13:44:16
“I hear ya, and I agree. Good points.”
Newsweek: Why Is Washington Ignoring "Economic Prophet" Stiglitz?
Commented Jul 18, 2009 at 21:59:31 in Business
“Because Washington listens to Wall Street. Stiglitz favors regulation, more stimulus, and less war. All of which means less profits for Wall Street. Both he and Krugman got the Obama roast beef dinner after they began complaining in print. From the article it appears that Stiglitz had his feelings hurt by Obama, and that the roast beef dinner didn't digest well, hence an article in Newsweek.
In any case, with all due respect to Stiglitz, and I have a tremendous amount of respect for his work, especially his Iraq war economic analysis - Keynes is dead. Keynsian economics will not work , neither will Friedman economics, or Austrian economics.
http://www
What is needed to revive the economy is a re-allocation of government spending, away from economically wasteful ventures such as war, and into productive Green infrastructure projects. Take the $100 billion we are spending in Iraq and Afghanistan, and spend it on Green projects which will create 2 million jobs, reduce our trade deficit, reduce interest rates, strengthen the dollar, and create economic growth.”
In any case, with all due respect to Stiglitz, and I have a tremendous amount of respect for his work, especially his Iraq war economic analysis - Keynes is dead. Keynsian economics will not work , neither will Friedman economics, or Austrian economics.
http://www
What is needed to revive the economy is a re-allocation of government spending, away from economically wasteful ventures such as war, and into productive Green infrastructure projects. Take the $100 billion we are spending in Iraq and Afghanistan, and spend it on Green projects which will create 2 million jobs, reduce our trade deficit, reduce interest rates, strengthen the dollar, and create economic growth.”
nickypoo replied on Jul 18, 2009 at 23:40:21
“Right, government spending on green jobs. Good idea. Somehow in your world, that's not Keynsian?”
slaxx replied on Jul 18, 2009 at 22:02:30
“yeah, that would be nice, but we're already at war. too late.”
Down, Not Out: Surreal Unemployment At 55
Commented Jun 25, 2009 at 11:42:20 in Business
“Consider retirement. I am currently helping a 57 year old who was laid off last year, and has been unable to find a job, give up his job search and retire instead. Although many people in this age group do have to find work, many others are in a position to retire, and should stop wasting time and money, make a few "Green" lifestyle adjustments and retire.
Here is an article I wrote almost a year ago, before the collapse, that explains why you may be better off retiring now.
http://www
Last point: The amount of savings you need to retire is far less than you have been led to believe by Wall Street retirement planners, mutual fund companies, 401k administrators etc.”
Here is an article I wrote almost a year ago, before the collapse, that explains why you may be better off retiring now.
http://www
Last point: The amount of savings you need to retire is far less than you have been led to believe by Wall Street retirement planners, mutual fund companies, 401k administrators etc.”
Trilby replied on Jun 25, 2009 at 12:06:18
“Consider what? I am also 57. Would you suggest I retire? Why not advise me to put a bullet in my head. If I were to "retire" I'd be living in a cardboard box within the month. Retire! Ah-yeah, right!”
biwee replied on Jun 25, 2009 at 11:49:33
“I agree. Ten years ago at age 52, I left the labor force and returned to my home state to spend some time with my aging mother. Unfortunately, she died 15 months after my move back home. At then age 53 and 1/2 years, I found age discrimination very prevalent. So, I moved into permanent retirement. I am NOT wealthy, and was destroyed financially by a divorce in the early 90s. But, I can get by OK on a small amount of money. I buy new vehicles and drive them 10-11 years. I only buy what I can afford, and have ZERO credit card debt. Yes, you can do it too. And, Yahoooo, here comes early Social Security in a few months.”
10 Easy Ways To Improve Your Gas Mileage
Commented Jun 22, 2009 at 11:58:00 in Green
“1 Easy Way to Improve Your Gas Mileage
- Don't Drive - Use Public Transportation Duh!”
- Don't Drive - Use Public Transportation Duh!”
didntvote4thedude replied on Jun 22, 2009 at 17:11:48
“And pay for the actual cost to run the darn thing.”
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