Archive for August, 2007
Euchre, property tax and education + Beer = Fun!
I recently attended a block party/Euchre tournament (in which I got trounced in trying to defend my previous year’s champion status). Much beer was consumed and, as often happens in these situations, the subject of politics was raised between the late-stayers (read: most inebriated). The subject was property taxes and I was pitted against a […]
Posted: August 27th, 2007 under Don't Tread on Me.
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More interesting numbers
Willard won the Illinois straw poll, fresh on the heels of his Iowa victory. The guy has raised more money than Giuliani, and he is putting together some impressive organizational structures. Primary victories seem almost inevitable.
What I think is also interesting is Ron Paul’s third place position. This was, statistically speaking, basically a tie for […]
Posted: August 17th, 2007 under National Interest.
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Happy Days are Coming!
I must admit that I am giddy with anticipation for the prospect of the days ahead.
Things are now right with the world and we can expect all things to improve. Our taxes will now come down. Our freedom will be more secure. We will be safer from terrorists. Our children will be happier, smarter, healthier, […]
Posted: August 13th, 2007 under National Interest.
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They still don’t get it
Here’s an excerpt from a story on Indystar.com regarding a proposal to require school bus drivers to wear unifroms.
The total cost of the proposal is unclear, but a high estimate for laundering and uniform delivery service is $440 per week, Wardwell said.Some drivers don’t like the idea of wearing uniforms. They prepared a petition they […]
Posted: August 12th, 2007 under Don't Tread on Me.
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