Monthly Archives: January 2009

James K. Galbraith Says Social Security Payments Must Be Increased, Not Decreased

On The Real News Network, I just found a recent interview with economist James K. Galbraith. This whole economics puzzle is something I would like to understand better. Galbraith blames our dismal situation on the deregulation of banks and other … Continue reading

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The Gazan Tragedy: “Tell Me Sir, What Do You Do When A Rocket Is Fired At You?”

The Washington Post reports that Israel pulled out of Gaza early Wednesday: “About 1,300 Palestinians were killed and the operation caused an estimated $2 billion in property damage to the already impoverished territory. Thirteen Israelis died during the offensive.” Tom … Continue reading

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Obama Seeks To Be Transformative: Highlights Of His Inaugural Speech

Barack Obama covered a lot of ground in his inaugural speech.  My ears particulary perked up when he said, “We will transform our schools and colleges and universities to meet the demands of a new age.” The need for transformation … Continue reading

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Rick Warren’s Inaugural Prayer Was: Too Long, Too Doctrinal, And Too Protestant

Rick Warren’s inaugural prayer, first of all, seemed way too long. About in the middle of his prayer, I started feeling antsy. As Warren started yet another paragraph, I estimated that his prayer was probably twice as long as what … Continue reading

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It’s A Big Mistake For Obama To Excuse Timothy Geithner’s IRS Failure As “Innocent”

I’m surprised that Barack Obama has made such a strong defense for the “innocence” of his Secretary of Treasury appointee, Timothy Geithner. “It was an innocent mistake,” Obama said, “It has been corrected. He paid the penalties.” It pains me … Continue reading

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This Just In: Barack Obama Will Be The 43rd President, Not The 44th

This bugs me. I keep hearing that Barack Obama will be the 44th president. But, this assertion is not correct. Only 42 men have already held the office of President, Obama will be the 43rd. Obama will soon be the … Continue reading

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