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Jag Of The Week

// February 8th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // 2009-2010, Jag Of The Week

A couple of weeks ago I announced a new weekly feature called, “Winners and Losers Of The Week”. I have been racking my brilliant mind all week trying to come up with a better name for this new feature. I have a fondness for the word bastard, but felt it might be to offensive to some. When I moved to the Midwest I latched on to a new word. Jag. For those of you who don’t know what a Jag is, allow me to explain. According to Urban Dictionary a Jag is “an irritating individual with no sense of a social filter and no realization of the implication of his actions; socially inept.” What better way to describe many of the Jags who will be named Jag Of The Week. 

Without further ado, I present to you the first ever Jag Of The Week. This week we have a three-way tie. And the Jags are…Arlen Specter, Susan Collins and Olympia Snowe. These Jags have turned their back on America for political gain and for that they are the Jags Of The Week.

JAGS OF THE WEEK

The Three Little GOP Pigs

// February 7th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // 2009-2010, POLITICAL ARENA

Any Republican who has America’s best interest in mind has no business working with Democrats in getting this Obama Porkulus Scam passed. Sadly, the Democrats have found three sellouts amongst the Republicans. The three little GOP pigs are none other than, Arlen Specter of  Pennsylvania, Susan Collins of Maine and Olympia Snowe, also of Maine.

These RINOs should be thrown out of the party. I wonder how much money they were promised for their district by Reid. How much did it cost for Reid to buy their support? These three lowlifes have revealed that they do not serve the American people, but rather their self-interest. They have chosen political favor over the good of the country.

These three pigs are a disgrace! This bill does nothing to keep families in homes. It does not put money in our wallets via real tax cuts. It doesn’t create solid, long-term jobs. This only expands the size of government and keeps millions of Americans dependent upon Big Brother.

On a further note, Obama has already proven that he does not know how to lead. As he made his T.V. rounds this week he should have had a banner behind entitled, “The Obama Fear Mongering Tour.” He has acted irresponsible in his quest to get this socialist bill passed. And here’s a message to all the liberal bloggers and media snobs. THIS IS NOT A BIPARTISIAN BILL. I’ve already seen some headlines claiming that this is bipartisan. THREE GOP VOTES DOES NOT EQUAL BIPARTISIANSHIP. The Democrats own this bill, they just don’t want to go down alone.

House Republicans Say No To Pork Plan

// January 29th, 2009 // 2 Comments » // 2009-2010, ECONOMY

For sometime I have been considering leaving the Republican party. As Obama mania grows throughout the country I have feared that the Republicans would continue to forsake conservative values and choose popularity over principle.

After hearing the news that not a single Republican voted for the Obama pork plan I have reconsidered leaving the party…for now. This was the right thing to do! This is no stimulus. The only thing it stimulates is the coffers of the democrat’s, lobbyists and special interests. This plan does nothing for you or me. It’s irresponsible and insulting.

I hope the GOP continues to do the right thing. While I am optimistic that they may have finally come to their senses, I will continue to watch their actions throughout Obama’s term.

Though Obama’s plan will ultimately get passed after a Senate vote, the finger cannot be pointed at the House Republicans when this thing fails.

Great Job House Republicans. I hope the GOP  Senate follows suit.

The Obama,Emanuel,Blagojevich Connection Means Nothing

// December 24th, 2008 // No Comments » // POLITICAL ARENA

If you’re waiting for Obama or his aides to be taken down by the Blago scandal, don’t hold your breath. There is nothing that can take down this man. As millions worship Obama’s shirtless body in Hawaii they ignore the news that his top aide, chief of staff Rahm Emanuel, had several conversations with Blago and John Harris.

Of course the conversations have been cleared of any involvement with the sale of Obama’s senate seat. It’s somewhat unclear as to how someone as conniving as Rahm Emanuel could have a conversation with two of the most corrupt people in Illinois and there be nothing under par discussed. Given the state of the left today I suppose we shouldn’t be surprised. Obama and Rahm could have been caught standing outside Blago’s office with a bullhorn announcing the sale of his senate seat and the left in America would claim it was in the best interest of the country.

Nothing can touch this man. He can do no wrong in the eyes of the misguided who voted for him. I myself don’t believe Obama was involved in the senate seat scandal. I don’t think he’s that stupid. If he was involved he would have used someone else to do his dirty work, someone like Emanual. But as I said don’t hold your breath. Nothing will come of this.

Auto Stall Out

// December 12th, 2008 // No Comments » // Video

Republicans Get It Right; Auto Bailout Fails

// December 12th, 2008 // 2 Comments » // ECONOMY

There will be no bailout for the Big Three automakers thanks to the Republicans. IT’S ABOUT TIME! Finally, someone had enough sense to say NO! Since the $750 billion dollar bailout (which has in my opinion failed) companies across America want a handout as well.

It’s okay to let a company fail. That’s what leads to better companies. If you continue to give money to these companies so they can float by and not correct their mistakes you are only encouraging failure. If I under perform at my workplace I don’t get a raise for the poor performance. I get shown the door.

These bailouts are making our country weak and it’s people dependant on the government rather than self-determination and will.  We don’t need a car czar, we need responsible CEO’s. We don’t need hybrid cars, we need less CAFE standards. We don’t need more government, WE NEED LESS.

Will the stock market react poorly? Yes, it’ll be bad. We will rebound though! These bailout addicts forget that this is America. We are at our best when the outlook is bleak.

Do I feel bad if people lose their jobs. Yes, but I don’t think it will be as bad as you may think. The bailout didn’t pass today, but it will be voted on again after the New Year. If it comes to it Bush may make good on his promise of using the TARP funds if the bailout doesn’t pass.

Senate Passes Bailout Plan With Sweeteners; How Did Your Senator Vote?

// October 2nd, 2008 // 2 Comments » // ECONOMY, Featured Articles, POLITICAL ARENA

The Senate passed the Bailout Bill Wednesday with “sweeteners” in order to appease both parties. The said sweeteners are as follows:
FDIC - Increase, from $100,000 to $250,000, the limit on federal bank deposit insurance. The limit would revert to $100,000 at the end of 2009 unless extended by Congress.

ENERGY – Legislation providing business tax breaks for production of and investment in industries promoting clean energy such as solar, wind and biodiesel.

DISASTER RELIEF – Grant tax relief for victims of natural disasters in the Midwest, such as flooding, tornadoes and other severe weather events.

TAX BREAKS – A one-year fix to the Alternative Minimum Tax that will exempt 20 million Americans from paying higher income taxes. In recent years the AMT has required a “patch” to help more and more middle class taxpayers avoid paying a tax that was never intended to include them. This year the patch is costing $64 billion, for example. Extend until end of 2009 the deduction for state and local general sales taxes.

EDUCATION AID - Extend individual tax breaks, including deductions for higher education costs and teachers’ personal expenses, until 2009.

RURAL AREAS – Extend through 2011 a program that funds rural schools and local governments that have low property-tax bases because they lie within or are adjacent to federal lands.

HEALTH CARE – Require group health plans that include mental health or addiction treatment to provide coverage for those conditions that is equitable to other medical coverage.

The House will most likely vote on the Bailout Bill this Friday and it is unclear if they will get the votes needed to pass the plan. Interesting enough the bill was only 12 votes short from passing earlier in the week. Twelve Democrats from Barney Frank’s committee voted against the bill. Perhaps Barney can convince his own committee to vote yes before blaming the Republicans for everything that doesn’t go his way.

How did your Senator Vote Wednesday? Here is the Roll Call:

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