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The Truth Hurts
by Chuck Angier (libertarian)
About The Author
I am self-employed in agri-business in Virginia.
About The Column
In depth analysis of the issues of the day prepared by an average grandpa who regrets that his grandchildren won't have an opportunity to grow up in the peace, prosperity and security that he enjoyed.
Just Say "NO" to Socialized Medicine
Published: June 19, 2009
After at least 47 years and $13 trillion in public funding, isn't it time to look in a different direction?
Are we there yet?
Published: March 23, 2009
It is written that all great societies have failed once the citizens realize that they can vote themselves benefits from the treasury. Are we there yet?
Two Credit Unions With $57 Billion of Assets Go Into Conservatorship
Published: March 21, 2009
With little media coverage, the National Credit Union Administration placed 10% of its insured assets into conservatorship.
The DC Voting Rights Act of 2009
Published: March 3, 2009
In granting voting rights to the District of Columbia, Congress uses the affirmation of certain Constitutional rights to justify the assault of others.
Don't Count on the FDIC (update)
Published: March 2, 2009
On Friday February 27th, the FDIC announced the immediate implementation of an emergency fee of 20 cents per $100 of insured deposits. They may be approaching panic mode.
Ethanol Bailout Coming?
Published: December 14, 2008
With substantial financial stress in the corn belt thanks to ethanol, be on the lookout for a bailout package
Jobs: Headlines I'd Like to See
Published: December 7, 2008
The headlines Friday were about the 533,000 jobs we lost in November. As bad as it is, it pales in comparison to the bigger picture.
Let's Maybe CREATE Some Wealth
Published: December 3, 2008
In the last 60 days or so, the government has put something like $7 trillion (that it doesn’t have) at risk to “save the economy”. The problem is that none of it CREATES any wealth
Don't Count on the FDIC
Published: September 23, 2008
I just don't see where the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has the resources to honor its commitments.
President Authorizes up to $50 Billion in Guarantees for Money Market Funds
Published: September 22, 2008
A Federal insurance program for money market funds is appealing, but its feasibility and authority is questionable
Food for Thought
Published: September 19, 2008
Most if not all of our economic problems can be blamed on government and it's expansion of the money supply...deficit spending in the name of prosperity. There may be a way to use REAL money to help make things right. What do you think?
Congress After a 5 Week Recess
Published: September 11, 2008
Our humble servants have been busy doing a whole lot of nothing.
84,000 Jobs Lost in August - the Rest of the Story
Published: September 9, 2008
As bad as an 84,000 job loss is, the "numbers behind the number" are even more discouraging.
Stop the Insanity!
Published: August 24, 2008
Doing the same thing over again and again while expecting different results is one definition of insanity. Obviously, our government hasn't figured that out yet.
Obama and McCain - Their Voting Records May Surprise You
Published: August 18, 2008
The two leading Presidential candidates stand for nothing tangible while other candidates of conviction were castigated early in the process.
$8 Billion in US Foreign Aid to Russia
Published: August 15, 2008
Why are we providing US foreign aid to the world's largest oil producer?
51,000 Jobs Lost in July - a Different Perspective
Published: August 3, 2008
The loss of 51,000 seasonally adjusted jobs in July has been spun as “not so bad” considering the condition of the economy. A deeper look reveals a different story.
How Dare You Mr. Durbin!
Published: May 24, 2008
Mr. Durbin, Mr. Shumer, and Mr. Leahy. Any glimmer of respect I had for you was extinguished with your behavior at the Great Oil Inquisition.
Food Shortage 2008
Published: May 6, 2008
According to the media, we now find ourselves in a Global Food Shortage particularly in wheat and rice with ethanol and farm subsidies getting most of the blame. We need to get some facts straight.
63,000 Jobs Lost in February
Published: March 9, 2008
The bleak jobs report of Friday, March 7 only tells part of the story.
Taxes - What is Fair?
Published: March 8, 2008
For the 10 years ending with 2005, it appears to me that the "rich" are getting hosed and tax cuts increase revenue.
Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act of 2007
Published: March 6, 2008
A bill to require equal health insurance coverage for mental and physical illnesses when policies cover both.
The College Access and Cost Reduction Act
Published: March 5, 2008
Loose, easy credit and $20 billion of taxpayer money is sure to increase the cost of higher education.
The Workplace Religious Freedom Act of 2007
Published: February 28, 2008
The Workplace Religious Freedom Act of 2007 is sure to undermine religious liberty and possibly even the First Amendment.
Health Care to consume 20% of GDP by 2017
Published: February 26, 2008
The HHS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, (CMS), announced today that health care would be consuming 20% of our GDP by 2017
The Futility of Ethanol
Published: February 20, 2008
Never mind the subsidies, we simply cannot grow enough fuel to have a significant impact on our petroleum consumption.
Health Insurance: Problem or Solution?
Published: February 18, 2008
Is universal, mandatory health insurance what we want, or do we really want to provide health care to those that need it?
Why a Fair Tax Won't Happen
Published: February 17, 2008
Billions of dollars and thousands of jobs in the tax compliance industry is just one reason why a fair tax won't see the light of day.
The Truth Hurts
Published: February 17, 2008
We need a candidate that understands the Constitution as proven by his voting record in Congress
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