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07.28.08

A Washington Lesson in Economics Across the US, Campaign '08, Congress, Economy | (7)
It was reported today that the budget deficit of the United States will hover around $482,000,000,000 for the year 2009. What does the White House blame for this deficit? Of course, the most typical response is the sagging economy, but then they have another blunder to add to the pile of blame: the absurd stimulus package that was suppose to "stimulate" economic growth in the United States. Of course, every branch of the government seems to have some way to legitimize this handout by claiming that the numbers will come in, and we'll continue to see the economy grow stronger. What's funny ...
07.23.08

Congress is tackling something they don’t understand, again. Across the US, Congress, DC Life, Economy, Party Politics | (2)
Today the Senate voted to take the next steps in passing a bill that would essentially try and remove speculation from the oil markets. However, does the Senate have any idea what they are even talking about? In watching some of this unfold today, it's quite clear that this bill is going to serve as the base for a variety of additions and negotiations, which means it's probably something that the Republicans might actually compromise on, if they get their carrots. The biggest impetus for this bill was the skyrocketing costs of oil over the past few months. According to CNN.com, Senator ...
07.22.08

Why John McCain shouldn’t select Bobby Jindal to be VP Across the US, Campaign '08, Conservatism | (5)
CNN.com is reporting that John McCain is expected to meet on Wednesday with Louisiana Governor, Bobby Jindal, in what many believe could be one of the final vetting events before McCain finalizes his choice for running mate. While I think that Bobby Jindal is a great American, with a great story, I truly believe that if John McCain picked him to be his running mate, Barack Obama will be the next President of the United States. Unlike my posts about why Mitt Romney should be selected as McCain’s running mate, my reasons for coming to this conclusion are much simpler, experience. The reality ...
07.21.08

I’m always amused at what DC people are interested in. DC Life | (1)
I’ve seen a lot of crazy things, and have met many interesting people since I moved to Washington, D.C. However, not even my wildest of dreams would I be able to come up with some of the crazy things people do here to look their best. CNN.com reports: ALEXANDRIA, Virginia (AP) -- Ready for the latest in spa pampering? Prepare to dunk your tootsies in a tank of water and let tiny carp nibble away. Fish pedicures are creating something of a splash in the D.C. area, where a northern Virginia spa has been offering them for the past four months. John Ho, ...
07.16.08

One of the few times I’ve disagreed with the Israeli government International, Israel, Party Politics | (5)
Very rarely are there times where you'll find me holding a position that is opposite to one that is held by the Israeli government, at least to the point where a blog post is in order. I firmly believe that Israel has been, and remains to be a great example of the power of democracy and one of the United States' best friends. However, today Israel made a move that I have an extremely hard time comprehending. In a deal that would bring back the bodies of two Israeli soldiers (1st Sgt. Ehud Goldwasser and Sgt. 1st Class Eldad Regev.), the ...

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