An extreme solution to the economic problem

This thought may be extreme but it may just work.

As the day continues, the headlines regarding the economy constantly pop up on my PC interupting my daily work responsibilities.

"The Dow industrials drop 600 points in fear that the bailout vote will fail."

"Federal Reserve announces fresh steps with other central banks to battle credit crisis. "

Here is a recommendation, make all those who govern the credit and economy, accountable.

Fire all the Senators and Congressman, and lets start from a fresh slate.
Afterall these are the "officials"

*who direct the course of the economy,
*who voted on the bills,
*who watched over the transactions in their states,
*who signed off on the budgets of their states,
*who came up with ideas and advised the leaders (Democrat or Republican),
*who give themselves a raise as the first order of business.

Of course they are pointing their fingers elsewhere.
Figures, the lack of accountability.

Thanks to the Democrats

The recent headlines featuring the tainted foods stemming from China, prompted me to dig back into history and the cause for this unfortunate conflict.

Back in the days, China was known for their exotic and genuine products, regardless of how poor they were, you knew the goods were true to form. So what happened? Mostly the locals point their fingers at the corrupted officials and greed.

The world (yes world) has grown dependent on China and their cheap costs of manufacture. Prancing further into history, China was happily bestowed with Favourite Trade Nations, not once but at least twice. A trade agreement that allowed China to export unlimited goods and services to the United States, tax and tariff free. Precisely the beginnings of the addiction to low cost products, despite the bellowing of advisers in the wings screaming "NO!! DON'T DO IT" at then President William Clinton, a member of the Democratic Party.

Currently the world (yes world) has China as a crutch while we hobbled with our own ill economies, trying to figure why factories are closed and the products are manufactured overseas. We are so addicted, as cheap imports is compared meth, we don't know where to turn for alternatives.

Point to make here, check the labels, buy American made (or non-China origin), and rethink how the philosophies of the political agendas will shape the economy. Actually considering there is no hope for us, consider how politics will shape the economic environment of the next generation.

PS: With all the political turmoil and terror treats, my thoughts always raced to the Cowboy President. What will President Ronald Reagan say?

Hahaha ... Experience Counts.

The Presidential election was too close to call. Neither the Republican candidate nor the Democratic candidate had enough votes to win. There was much talk about ballot recounting, court challenges, etc., but a week-long ice fishing competition seemed the sportsman like way to
settle things. The candidate that caught the most fish at the end of
the week would win the election.

Therefore, it was decided that there should be an ice fishing contest between the two candidates to determine the winner.

After much of back and forth discussion, it was decided that the contest take place on a remote frozen lake in northern Michigan .

There were to be no observers present, and both men were to be sent out separately on this isolated lake and return at 5 P.M. with their catch for counting and verification by a team of neutral parties. At the end of the first day, John Mc. returned to the starting line and he had ten fish.
Soon, Obama returned and had no fish. Well, everyone assumed he was just having another 'bad hair' day or something and hopefully, he would catch up the next day.

At the end of the 2nd day John Mc. came in with 20 fish and Obama came in again with none. That evening, Harry Reid got together secretly with Obama and said, 'Obama, I think John Mc. is a low-life, cheatin' son-of-a-gun. I want you to go out tomorrow and don't even bother with
fishing. Just spy on him and see just how he is cheating.'

The next night. after John Mc. returns with 50 fish, Harry Reid said to Obama, 'Well, tell me, how is John Mc. cheating?'

Obama replied, 'Harry, you're not going to believe this, but he's cutting holes in the ice'.

Experience Counts

A Real Financial Bailout

Dear President Bush,

This latest attempt to revive the sluggish economy is NOT RIGHT.

Please let us know who managed to convince you that bailing out financial companies is a good idea.

Here is my proposal to stimulate the economy, issue a $5000.00 check to the taxpayer. $500 is not enough to make a difference, winter is coming and more likely we have $5000.00 in credit card bills to pay. The average grocery bill for a family of 4 is $120.00, $500 thus is a minor contribution to the pocketbook. Make sure to account for children that are in the parents households, not according to the tax claims. There are parents who care for their children or grandchildren in their households but cannot claim them on their tax returns.

Imagine what families can do with $5000.00.
*Real groceries for weeks,
*dinner out with the children,
*car payments,
*a house payment,
*fix that leaky roof,
*head to the local school fund raisers,
*go to local school games,
*visit the local small businesses,
*winter coats, etc.

After years of taxes, it is time that the taxpayers reap the benefits of their sacrifices.

It is time that the overpaid executives pay back.
It is time that the CEOs pay a price for their arrogance.
It is time that the over- privileged pay back.
It is time that the taxpayers get heard.
It is time that the middle class get a helping hand.
It is time to help the taxpayers.
It is time to bail the taxpayers.
It is time to pay the taxpayers.
It is time the taxpayers get paid.

Please please rethink the bail out.

Bail out the taxpayers, the realistic strategy to resuscitate the economy.

In case any legislators read this, please take heed from the taxpayers, the locals, the common folks, the ones who pay your salaries.

Another one For POTUS

All hail POTUS.

Read this at your own risks.


Man of valour and honour.

*salute.

8/15/2008 - EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- I learned
a big lesson on service Aug. 4, 2008, when Eielson had the rare honor of hosting
President Bush on a refueling stop as he traveled to Asia. It was an event
Eielson will never forget -- a hangar full of Airmen and Soldiers getting to see
the Commander in Chief up close, and perhaps even shaking his hand. An
incredible amount of effort goes into presidential travel because of all of the
logistics, security, protocol, etc ... so it was remarkable to see Air Force One
land at Eielson on time at precisely 4:30 p.m.--however, when he left less than
two hours later, the President was 15 minutes behind schedule.

Read the rest at:

http://www.eielson.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123111092




*how many of you googled/searched POTUS?

You are old when ...

Just a quick quote (still in the office).

Yes I said this,

"You know you are old, when your neck hurts when you try to head bang to an 80s tune."

*ouch, still holding my neck.

September 11, 2008

At approximately 9:30am, the speakers on my computer suddenly announced, "Vincent Gerard Halloran". I clasped my hands together and raised them to the ceiling. Silently I said a prayer, quietly I wiped my tears. My children's cousin's uncle, Thank you, Rest.

What does 9/11 mean to me?

.That day changed the world. The innocent politics I grew up analyzing, has been corrupted by senseless loss of lives.

9/11 means that the next generation just started fighting for their freedom to live.
Their FREEDOM TO LIVE. (imagine that, the basic human right to survive has been violated)

9/11 means we who live in the free world, have been arrogant to think of ourselves as all mighty and untouchable.

9/11 means I have to be COURAGEOUS, HONOURABLE, AND worth VALOUR.

9/11 means my children have to learn COURAGE, HONOUR, AND VALOUR.

9/11 means we have to learn to relive on our streets.

9/11 means to me, the world just rebuilt borders around each other.

9/11 means I have to be strong and teach my children SACRIFICE.

9/11 means I am suspicious of past college-mates that were from the Middle East, named Ahmed Ahmed bin Ahmed. (that was the name he used)

9/11 means my beloved New York City was trespassed upon and violated.

9/11 means I have been sitting around too long and it is time to speak up and help others.

9/11 means I have a new guide to life, President George W Bush's address to the nation before a Joint Session of Congress on September 20, 2001.

9/11 means that I am afraid to travel home, due to additional scrutiny at security checkpoints.

9/11 means anger, sadness, tears, revenge and retribution to Al-Qaeda. Allah will punish them for taking his name in vain. (pushdi)

This Mama can definitely crush Obama

Wow!! Maverick McCain definitely threw the monkey wrench into Obama's trip to the white house.

After all, she did not use mud or sludge as her opponents do. Palin, instead used the suave approach of a mommy and shrewd political experience to prove her worth. AND SHE DID.

To all eligible voters out there, you get the privilege to seat the First Woman Vice-President of the United States. Regardless if you support her or not, being able to vote is really a PRIVILEGE.

There are plenty of law abiding taxpayers out there who do not have this chance and there are many who would do anything for the opportunity to cast the vote.

The ballot is narrowed to the First Black President or the First Woman Vice President.

Your opinions may may agree with me, but the chance of your lifetime lies before you. This election not only transforms your life, but the future of the next generation. My children's futures lie in the outcome of Election 2008. Their education and security unfortunately lies feebly in the poll totals. Make your vote count and affect the next generation.

Don't like what I say, make a difference at the polls, at least you can.

Motorcycle Mama

Hillary is BroomHilda.
McCain is Maverick.

According to the boys in camo, Palin is Motorcycle Mama.

At least Uncle Jimbo really likes her, kudos for his prediction since June 2008!! Read here.

What else have we dug up on her?? Well if you can award pins for what she can do, she definitely beats bin Biden.

She actually commands the defence system that faces Russia, after all Alaska faces the Brutus led by Sputin Putin.

According to Uncle Jimbo/Tom W.:

"As governor of Alaska, Palin is briefed on highly classified military issues, homeland security, and counter terrorism. Her exposure to classified material may rival even Biden's.
She's also the commander in chief of the Alaska State Defense Force (ASDF), a federally recognized militia incorporated into Homeland Security's counter terrorism plans.
Palin is privy to military and intelligence secrets that are vital to the entire country's defense. Given Alaska's proximity to Russia, she may have security clearances we don't even know about.
According to the Washington Post, she first met with McCain in February, but nobody ever found out. This is a woman used to keeping secrets.
She can be entrusted with our national security, because she already is. "

She is also easiest the eyes. The votes for the pro-life/anti-abortion may have swayed to Maverick's side, after all, to have a child over 40 years old usually include a mandatory amniocentesis. Palin surely had known about her child's condition and chose life.

Did Maverick make a hasty choice or the winning choice. We have 3 months to find out.