Political Extortion
Politicians (both national and local) are notorious, when facing an income stream insufficient to fund their favorite boondoggles, for threatening their constituents with cuts in necessary services (by cutting teachers, firemen, policemen, librarians, lifeguards, dog catchers, pension checks, etc.) unless these constituents agree to increases in their taxes. These politicians seek to extort additional tax money for their favorite programs. These politicians... [Read More...]
Corporations do not pay taxes, they collect them
When liberals add new taxes on corporations they often say they are taxing the “evil rich” corporations to avoid putting the burden of supporting the government on the backs of the citizens. This is happening today as federal spending advocates seek to produce more federal income to support their flagrant spending habits. Corporations set the prices for the goods and services they produce so that the money they collect exceeds the cost of those... [Read More...]
David Barton of Wallbuilders speaks at Christ Fellowship – watch
Many of you who went to the 3rd of July Patriotic Service at Christ Fellowship had hoped to also see David Barton. The sermon has been posted online and can be viewed here. Jam packed with historical references – if you haven’t heard Barton speak before – you’re in for a real treat and a great history lesson! Read More →
The Taxpayer Lost, 4-3
In Washington DC, an ideological battle of the century is taking place between the forces of wealth redistribution ($2 Trillion in new taxes?) and conventional economics (you don’t raise taxes with 9.2% unemployment). There is little likelihood of compromise, because each is influenced by a mindset that cannot accept the others worldview. So too in Palm Beach County there is a deep divide between those who see no problem in raising tax rates... [Read More...]
Aug 15th Jupiter /PBG Monthly Meeting (note date/venue change)
UPDATED – MEETING NOTICE – Jupiter / Palm Beach Gardens Chapter Congress will most likely be in session through Aug 2nd. This makes it difficult to confirm that Congressman Allen West will be able to join us on at our August 1st Jupiter/Palm Beach Gardens Chapter meeting. To alleviate the risk, we have moved this meeting to Monday, August 15th. Congressman West will be our keynote speaker and Joyce Kaufman has also kindly agreed... [Read More...]
The numbers behind the debt limit problem
Congressional Budget Office (CBO) data shows expected revenue to the U.S. Treasury for 2011 of $2,228.45 billion and “mandatory” expenses of $2,108.28 billion to give a net income before other expenses of $120.17billion. The CBO lists interest on the debt as $225 billion. This means the “mandatory” expenses have to be reduced by $105 billion to service the debt. The “mandatory” expenses include funds for Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security,... [Read More...]
Kill Obamacare in the debt talks
The politicians trying to decide what to do about a national debt that has exceeded the statutory debt limit should quickly agree to two items supported by a large majority of the American people 1. Kill Obamacare 2. Kill all talk of any tax increases Eliminating Obamacare will eliminate the many bureaucracies that have been established to write the new regulations that will enable the government to swallow up one-sixth of our economy. It will also... [Read More...]
A view from Canada
Conrad Black, a very thoughtful Canadian Conservative describes America’s woes in Why America is Suffering. (Ed. note – Robert just joined us – thanks for posting!) Read More →
A balanced budget amendment with teeth
Congressmen have been stating recently that they would not vote to raise the debt ceiling unless Congress agrees to pass a balanced budget Constitutional amendment. Why do they need a new Constitutional amendment when there is a law that requires a balanced budget? The US Congress passed and the President signed (on August 5, 1997) The Balance Budget Act (Public Law 105-33) requiring a balanced budget be passed by 2002. More Information. So when have... [Read More...]
Watch what he does, not what he says!
Once again, after reading this article, one comes to the immediate conclusion that Obama says one thing and does exactly the opposite in his actions. Last year, I attended an industry conference attended by CEO’s and EVP’s of the electric utility industry. Chris Wallace was the keynote speaker—and he used these exact words. Do not listen to Obama’s words–watch what he does–they frequently and most of the time... [Read More...]
