I think that I have stumbled on the compromise that Congress needs to make.
On the one hand, you have the Left that insist the ONLY way to address our deficit is to raise more revenue; certainly this is a fair argument that deserves consideration.
On the other hand, you have the Right that insist the ONLY way to address our deficit is to cut spending; there will be no raising of the tax rate. Again, a fair position worthy of consideration.
My solution is simple.
Do both.
New York has finally passed a bill that allows Gay Marriage:
ALBANY — Lawmakers voted late Friday to legalize same-sex marriage, making New York the largest state where gay and lesbian couples will be able to wed, and giving the national gay-rights movement new momentum from the state where it was born.
The GREAT news? The bill was passed by a Republican senate where event the Democrats weren’t united:
The same-sex marriage bill was approved on a 33-to-29 vote, as 4 Republican state senators joined 29 Democrats in voting for the bill.
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The lone Democratic opponent, Senator Ruben Diaz of the Bronx, said it was “unbelievable” that the Republican Party, “the party that always defended family values,” had allowed same-sex marriage to pass.
What he didn’t say is that the Republican Party finally found its way and let Liberty sing!
Posted in Government, Liberty, Politics: National
Tagged Gay Marriage, New York, North Carolina Politics
Wait – wait. That’s not how that goes. Not at all.
However, for this purpose, it provides an interesting illustration.
For example, consider two bills:
One:
Raleigh, N.C. — Businesses, cities and counties in North Carolina are going to have to start checking the immigration status of new hires.
Gov. Beverly Perdue on Thursday signed into law a bill directing employers to use the federal government’s E-Verify system to prevent illegal immigrants from landing jobs. The legislation makes exceptions for companies that employ fewer than 25 people or which use seasonal workers.
Then, the other:
Two:
Gov. Bev Perdue has vetoed a controversial proposal to require voters to show photo ID at the polls.
Her statement:
“The right to choose our leaders is among the most precious freedoms we have – both as Americans and North Carolinians. North Carolinians who are eligible to vote have a constitutionally guaranteed right to cast their ballots, and no one should put up obstacles to citizens exercising that right.
Get that?
If you are a business and wanna hire someone, you have to check and verify valid ID and legal status.
If you are a government and wanna protect the right that thousands have died to protect – not so ‘effin much.
The way of the Leftist ya’ll, the way of the Leftist.
Posted in Government, Liberty, Politics: North Carolina
Tagged Jobs, Leftist, North Carolina, North Carolina Politics, Politics, Voter ID
Well, I missed a few. Then again, my idea was to talk about the things he should say, not the things he would say. However, with that said, I know I would’ve missed the two ol’ standbys.
Other than that let’s run through it:
Posted in Diplomacy, Government, Politics: International
Tagged Afghanistan, Barack Obama, War
Tonight President Obama is going to deliver his vision on the war in Afghanistan. There is pressure here due to the fact that we are facing a massive deficit AND we have killed Bin Laden. Some feel that we have achieved the mission.
Obama is going to have to deliver this message during the Republican Primary battle. What he says tonight not only will shape America’s involvement in Afghanistan, not only will hint at Obama’s thoughts on our other wars but will define the Republican’s campaigns for their nomination. In short, it will have the result of drawing the battle lines the Republicans will employ against Obama’s policy.
So, what should Obama say?
Posted in Diplomacy, Government, Politics: International
Tagged Afghanistan, Barack Obama, Osama Bin Laden, War
I’ve been living in Carolina for awhile now. Today represents the 4,423rd consecutive day that I’ve left my property carrying my ID.
This includes 100% of my trips to the ice cream cone store.
Just sayin’.
Posted in Government, Immigration, Politics: National
Tagged Arizona, Georgia, HB 87, North Carolina, Politics
I’m always looking for great content to comment on. I’m always watching TV listening for idea. I have the radio on, waiting for the snippet that’ll lead to more and more thoughts for posts. I troll through the news media; the big guys.
You know, Fox and The Wall Street Journal. The NY Times and Reuters. The Economist and KOS.
I KILL me! The KOS, as if.
A long time ago I went to grab a soda from our break room at the office and saw an issue of the “Independent Weekly” in the corner. Normally, I pass this by, but they had a cover that grabbed my attention.
In our 2010 Citizen Awards we redefine “citizen”
I grabbed the copy and saved it for future blogging. Tonight I’m cleaning out my stash and have realized the time has come to address the Indy.
Posted in Government, Immigration, Liberty
Tagged Citizen, Independent Weekly, Indy Week
The United States consistently ranks as one of the lowest advanced nations when it comes to health care. To add further to the poor ranking of the US is the fact that we spend so much more money on our medical care than do other nations. In terms of GDP, we outpace most, if not all, nations in the world. We simply spend too much money.
The cost of medical care is one of the driving forces behind the call for this reform. And for the most part, I’m all for that. Generally speaking, reducing the amount of money we spend for a service or product is a good thing. A good thing with one caveat: Unless spending more on that thing is reported incorrectly.
For instance, suppose I enjoy minor league baseball. And I spend $200 this year but will end up spending $400 next. That can sound like a bad thing. Unless, of course, it really means I went to twice as many games, in which case it’s a GREAT thing!
So, what are we spending all this money on and how can we fix it?
Posted in Economics, Government, Health Care, Politics: National
Tagged Insurance, Medicare, Single Payer
There are some good things in California. For example, I can think of two:
1. California Pizza Kitchen
2. That little corner store on Inter-State 8 East just before you hit the Arizona line. How can’t you like the last thing in California?
But seriously, California must be a nice place to live. It HAS to be, or so many otherwise sensible people wouldn’t live there.
But that doesn’t mean business find it a nice place to live.
Posted in Economics, Economy, Government, Politics: National, States Behaving Badly
Tagged Abuse of Power, California, Liberal, Politics, Regulation, Taxes