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Why Chimpanzees Throw Poop at Zoo Gawkers

Posted on July 17, 2012 by MN Gordon

Can you believe it?  The 2012 fiscal year budget deficit is on track to eclipse $1 trillion a year for the fourth year in a row… According to the Treasury Department, “through the first nine months of the budget year, … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Independence Day with Gratitude

Posted on July 3, 2012 by MN Gordon

Uncompromising independence and limitless personal freedom were once essential to the American character.  According to popular American folklore, they still are.  We have some reservations. No doubt, America was at one time the land of the free.  Of course, that … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Fraud of All

Posted on June 12, 2012 by MN Gordon

“As always, the Federal Reserve remains prepared to take action as needed to protect the U.S. financial system and economy in the event that financial stresses escalate,” said Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke to Congress last Thursday. The stock market … Continue reading →

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Kodak Moment for Uncle Sam

Posted on January 10, 2012 by MN Gordon

Dinosaurs must die.  It’s a fact of life.  Just ask Kodak. Last week, after 123-years in business, it was reported the dinosaur company is preparing to file for bankruptcy protection.  By market close on Friday, the former blue chip’s stock … Continue reading →

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