Tag Archives: congress
In Defense of Government Fraud
For aging baby boomers, and their retirement accounts, the stock market over the past decade has been a severe disappointment. Many will have to work longer, for a retirement lifestyle dramatically compromised from what they were expecting. Some will not … Continue reading
Smiling with Gratitude
The Commerce Department reported Tuesday that the economy grew at an annual rate of 2 percent in the third quarter…a downward revision from the initial 2.5 percent estimate made last month. More importantly, it was reported that after-tax, inflation-adjusted incomes … Continue reading
Let Them Fail
Good jobs are in high demand these days. Yet, unfortunately, they’re in limited supply. Gone are the days when any old hack could show up with a tie and a smile, shuffle papers around a cubicle, surf the internet all … Continue reading
Deliver Us From Idiots
A central benefit of the government’s debt ceiling calamity was the outstanding comedy it provided. We’ll certainly miss the B-rated entertainment. While it’s unfortunate a default was avoided, the whole hullabaloo served up some tasty performances. President Obama, for one, … Continue reading
