The President is advocating cutting the "payroll" tax through the end of the year, possibly permanently. What he's leaving out is what this means. In the US the payroll tax is generally meant to mean two things: the taxes we pay to fund Social Security and Medicare. There are two components, the amounts deducted from … Continue reading Cut the Payroll Tax?
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Bloomberg and the News
I can't speak to what Michael Bloomberg may have personally done when it comes to sexual harassment, either fighting it or being part of it. I wasn't there and have never met the man. What I can speak to is "Wall Street" culture. While I've never worked on "the street", I have worked with financial … Continue reading Bloomberg and the News
Treason (redux)
"Conviction of, Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors" The reasons for impeachment. Treason. Soliciting foreign interference in the lawful conduct of one's governance is.... Treason #restoredignity
Treason
The case for treason by the President of the United States of America.
Impeachment
As to Nancy Pelosi holding the two articles of impeachment? I'm OK if she never sends them. Sit on them, hold them, never send them. It works for me and it's the best politics. Follow the plans of "Moscow" Mitch. He has no intention of holding a fair and open trial. He's made it clear … Continue reading Impeachment
The Battle of the Bulge
My great uncle fought in the Battle of the Bulge 75 years ago. That's all I know. As my grandfather said more than once, those that see things in war never talk about it. Related, a few years ago I was in Luxembourg. I visited the cemetery where many killed in that battle are … Continue reading The Battle of the Bulge
Emotions v. Facts
How many times have we heard "you don't bring a knife to a gun fight". The Democrats don't get that you can't bring facts to fight emotions. We all have two parts of our thoughts: the emotional mind and the rational one. The reality is that they can't hear each other. It's far easier to … Continue reading Emotions v. Facts
He will be re-elected
Donald Trump is going to be re-elected. Sorry if you don't like that. It's true. I've watched enough of the impeachment hearings to say that. The Democrats' position is follow the facts and the truth will lead. The Republicans? Lie and say anything. Lies speaking to fear will always trump (pun intended) the truth. One … Continue reading He will be re-elected
Friday’s Quote
Never throw mud: you can miss the target, but your hands will remain dirty. - Dorothy Parker #restorediginity
Lt. Colonel Alexander Vindman
Lt. Colonel Alexander Vindman: "I'll be fine for telling the truth". He may be ending his career, one that he has served in admirably. He's not losing his integrity. One can always find a new job. Integrity doesn't come back. #restoredignity