Category Archives: Rant

Buildings and Books

The news has been full of angry and outraged conservatives chiming in on the Mosque in New York and the Florida nut job buring Quran’s. This country can have some difficult situations to make sense of sometimes.  The religious right … Continue reading

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Afghanistan… Obama pulled the wool over your eyes

My conservative leanings are often challenged during this Obama administration.  I rant about many things, but I try to temper them because I want the country to succeed in spite of a being led by an Administration I don’t agree … Continue reading

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Healthcare Bill passed…

I don’t know what to think.  As a conservative, I fear that we are putting too much control in the hands of a bureaucracy.  I know that sounds like a cliche or a republican talking point but I really don’t … Continue reading

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Grrr…My Response to Craig’s “Re-Learning Math” Post

(Mary Beth) What do you mean “start in grade school?” What do you THINK THEY’RE DOING IN GRADE SCHOOL? I hate this “the U.S. doesn’t stack up against other nations” crap. #1: What do Americans like to do on the … Continue reading

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States use tax incentives to draw film work from Hollywood

States use tax incentives to draw film work from Hollywood – CNN.com. When are policy makers going to learn?  You can’t tax your way into the black.  Businesses will move.  Individuals will find a way to get around the taxes.  … Continue reading

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Unlicensed beers, Mary Jane is next.

More than a dozen armed State Police officers conducted simultaneous raids last week on three popular Philadelphia bars known for their wide beer selections. The cops confiscated hundreds of bottles of expensive ales and lagers, now in State Police custody … Continue reading

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More healthcare discussion…

More healthcare discussion… My thoughts on http://ochhealthcarereform.blogspot.com/2010/02/dear-president-obama-and-guests-of.html A very interesting perspective on the topic of Universal Health Coverage.  We should also keep in mind that all Americans have access to healthcare and will not be turned away when seeking attention.  … Continue reading

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2010 Census: Money well spent?

During the SuperBowl there was an ad for filling out the 2010 Census.  The fiscal cheapo in me was outraged that our federal tax dollars were being spent on such an expensive television ad (directed by Christopher Guest whom I … Continue reading

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Do we really like Twitter?

Has Twitter peaked?  (News on CNN) Is it on a downward turn? I don’t use Twitter as much.  It is somewhat annoying when you use it full time.  It is more fun and interesting in small doses or when you … Continue reading

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Good Season Jets, Buy a Hat.

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