A politician is someone who takes ALL of the credit for anything that goes well, anywhere and at any time; and who places ALL of the blame on private individuals (or the private system of capitalism) for anything that goes … Continue reading
Category: Politics & Government
Big Government Doesn’t Help the Poor and the Vulnerable
People say that without a Big Government, the poor and the vulnerable will perish. But where does Big Government get the Big Funds to (supposedly) provide comfort and survival for the vulnerable? From those who produce. And what group is … Continue reading
The Least of the Outrages
Yes, I agree that a Congressman should not shout at a President during a speech. This shows disrespect for the Constitution, whose principles and ideas of individual rights make the Presidency and Congress possible. At the same time, the lack … Continue reading
Big Government Goes to School
I recently read that the federal government is taking over the college student loan program. Colleges and students are worried about the expected lack of efficiency now that government, rather than private banks operating at a profit, will be responsible … Continue reading
Really, No Question
“It’s [BS]. It’s disgraceful. You wonder which side they’re on,” said a Congressman from New York about Obama’s plans to prosecute members of the CIA who went after 9/11 terrorists. I don’t wonder which side he’s on. Do you?
Bankrupt Government Means Less Government
The horrific, multi-trillion dollar federal deficit may yet save the U.S. How? It’s the last, best — and only — hope left of forcing politicians to correct their errors. Democrats will have to let go of socialism, because it’s too … Continue reading
Obama’s Castles in the Sky
“The president has a problem. For, despite a great election victory, Mr. Obama, it becomes ever clearer, knows little about Americans. He knows the crowds–he is at home with those. He is a stranger to the country’s heart and character.” … Continue reading
“Silence!” He Demands
The unemployment figure is down, slightly. Here’s a question: What about job creation? Private businesses create jobs, normally–but they’re not, now. Only the government is doing so. Isn’t that cause for concern? The economic recession may have bottomed out and, … Continue reading
What About Next Time?
The fact that the dictator of North Korea wanted Bill Clinton to visit, in exchange for releasing hostages, shows that the United States matters to the dictator. The U.S. still has moral clout, in his eyes. The ex-President spent this … Continue reading
Mixed Message Noted
I agree with our current Secretary of State that Iran has no right to make a nuclear bomb. No group or gang of thugs or terrorists who refuse to honor the individual rights of their own people has a right … Continue reading
They’re Starting to Turn
A friend and associate of mine–who reluctantly voted for Obama last year–wrote me the following: Hi Michael: Like many others, we too are beginning to see more clearly through the smoke screen of Obama. Once unemployment hits 10% nationally (or … Continue reading
Why America Went Socialist–And What’s Next
Left/Liberalism/Socialism: The individual exists to serve society. The agent of society is the government. People must do whatever the government says, all in the interest of serving society. We all owe one another. Right/Conservatism/Moralism: The individual exists to serve God. … Continue reading