Is The Strong Demand On Guns A One-Time Thing? [View article]
"The decision is up to the congress and the house of representatives" Not legally! Congress & Executive branches can NOT change the constitution. It is a 2nd amendment right!
A more likely scenario is another reality check happening like the LA riots or 911. The other 200 million people who do not own firearms realize that the government and the police can not protect them and they become gun owners.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
R in Q, Big government is defined by massive debt and the result of big programs and the inability to collect the required tax revenue. Not the willingness to tax for them.
The Laffer Curve's theory has been proved repeatedly, most recently in Greece and Argentina. The Greek citizens have repeatedly raised the tax rate to pay for their massive government and the Greek citizens have repeatedly refused to pay the taxes. A top Argentine official has recently said that the national pass time, second only to futball is tax evasion.
Government is essential and do many things that can not be done as well by the private sector (defense, courts, treaties, currency). Deercreekvols description is not an isolated example. KUA (Kissimmee Utility Authority) is another example that has provided adequate, competitive electricity to a small market in central Florida for years.
The key is the right balance between anarchy and totalitarian communism.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
R in Q, I agree that it does no one any good to falsify history. Your question is flawed because it falsely claims that there has been an anti government message since 1980.
Since Reagan we have had decades of progressive big government. The Tea Party is a new grass roots example of the rejection of that progressive movement.
Reagan left office with the government debt below 4 Trillion, and that was with one of the largest defense spending sprees since WWII. When Obama leaves office the government debt will be over 20 Trillion.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
R in Q, The last third of the century has seen a massive move to a larger government. We have been seeing the results of that move for the last 5-6 years.
Yes, I think there is a reversal of the progressive mindset, albeit small and from "middle class, hard working, capitalist patriots".
Can Higher Mortgage Rates Stall The Housing Recovery? [View article]
I can't see a .11% increase in mortgage rates stopping a home buyer who has already found a home and signed a contract for purchase. (1.shop 2.select 3.negotiate 4.contract and then 5. apply for loan)
I feel it is the rise in prices and the reduction in supply. Buyers are feeling "sticker shock" when they enter the market to start their search.
Higher interest rates, higher prices, less selection, and less disposable income does not instill a lot of confidence in the extended future for housing.
Ben Bernanke's Diabolical Plan To Turn Mortgage-Backed Securities Into Pristine Collateral [View article]
Rousseau, I agree completely with your assessment from the "middle and end" but not the beginning.
The government (both parties) were under massive political pressure from the poor and minorities. The government saw this as a win win. Increase the percentage of home ownership and get a voting base too.
The banks were forced to lower the lending standards by the government. What the government completely and utterly didn't understand is that the banks would seize on the opportunity to make money and when they finally figured it out they didn't have the courage to stop it.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
R in Q, The discussion on drones needs to happen immediately and not just from a U.S. military perspective. Other countries are developing their own drones. How will we know a good drone from a bad one?
The private sector can currently purchase a drone for as little as $300 that can be mounted with a gun. These drones can also be easily modified into a taser. More expensive drones can be pre programed to fly a specific path and stay in the air for hours.
Drones can be used by the private sector. Checking cell and radio towers. Farmers can monitor their herds and crops. They can also be used to spy on your neighbors.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
R in Q, “Calm down, Senator,” McCain said, in an address to Paul. “The U.S. government cannot randomly target U.S. citizens.” Then why didn't Obama or Holder just say they won't do it?
“I find the question offensive,” Graham said Thursday on the Senate floor. “As much I disagree with President Obama and as much as I support past presidents, I do not believe that question deserves an answer.”
Why shouldn't the president answer a simple question on killing Americans?
Ben Bernanke's Diabolical Plan To Turn Mortgage-Backed Securities Into Pristine Collateral [View article]
"obstacles ranging from too-tight lending rules to racial discrimination"
The definition of insanity is making the same mistakes over and over and thinking that the outcome will be different.
The beginnings of the previous housing bubble started with the allegations of banks discrimination against minorities. The government then forced the banks to lower the lending standards for the poor and minorities. Once the standards were lowered the banks used the same standards for everyone. Bubble!
Is The Strong Demand On Guns A One-Time Thing? [View article]
Not legally! Congress & Executive branches can NOT change the constitution. It is a 2nd amendment right!
A more likely scenario is another reality check happening like the LA riots or 911. The other 200 million people who do not own firearms realize that the government and the police can not protect them and they become gun owners.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
It is a scare tactic to force more money into higher risk investments.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
Big government is defined by massive debt and the result of big programs and the inability to collect the required tax revenue. Not the willingness to tax for them.
The Laffer Curve's theory has been proved repeatedly, most recently in Greece and Argentina. The Greek citizens have repeatedly raised the tax rate to pay for their massive government and the Greek citizens have repeatedly refused to pay the taxes. A top Argentine official has recently said that the national pass time, second only to futball is tax evasion.
Government is essential and do many things that can not be done as well by the private sector (defense, courts, treaties, currency). Deercreekvols description is not an isolated example. KUA (Kissimmee Utility Authority) is another example that has provided adequate, competitive electricity to a small market in central Florida for years.
The key is the right balance between anarchy and totalitarian communism.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
I agree that it does no one any good to falsify history. Your question is flawed because it falsely claims that there has been an anti government message since 1980.
Since Reagan we have had decades of progressive big government. The Tea Party is a new grass roots example of the rejection of that progressive movement.
Reagan left office with the government debt below 4 Trillion, and that was with one of the largest defense spending sprees since WWII. When Obama leaves office the government debt will be over 20 Trillion.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
The last third of the century has seen a massive move to a larger government. We have been seeing the results of that move for the last 5-6 years.
Yes, I think there is a reversal of the progressive mindset, albeit small and from "middle class, hard working, capitalist patriots".
Can Higher Mortgage Rates Stall The Housing Recovery? [View article]
I feel it is the rise in prices and the reduction in supply. Buyers are feeling "sticker shock" when they enter the market to start their search.
Higher interest rates, higher prices, less selection, and less disposable income does not instill a lot of confidence in the extended future for housing.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
Not sure what expertise an elected city council or mayor have that would qualify them to run an electric company.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
Zero risk for Buffett... not so much for Heinz.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
"Moderation" is a slippery slope. I wish you the best of luck at it.
I am sure the commentators both left and right will be monitoring your "fair and balanced" decisions. Yes, that was a Fox News analogy!!
Ben Bernanke's Diabolical Plan To Turn Mortgage-Backed Securities Into Pristine Collateral [View article]
I agree completely with your assessment from the "middle and end" but not the beginning.
The government (both parties) were under massive political pressure from the poor and minorities. The government saw this as a win win. Increase the percentage of home ownership and get a voting base too.
The banks were forced to lower the lending standards by the government. What the government completely and utterly didn't understand is that the banks would seize on the opportunity to make money and when they finally figured it out they didn't have the courage to stop it.
Nikkei 13,000? Why Not 36,000? [View article]
So when it hits 13K then what? Do you just stop trading? Sort of takes the speculation out of stocks.
Could do the same thing with housing. Government says housing prices will go up to X. How about food or transportation? Wages too!
Looks like your planned utopian society.
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
The discussion on drones needs to happen immediately and not just from a U.S. military perspective. Other countries are developing their own drones. How will we know a good drone from a bad one?
The private sector can currently purchase a drone for as little as $300 that can be mounted with a gun. These drones can also be easily modified into a taser. More expensive drones can be pre programed to fly a specific path and stay in the air for hours.
Drones can be used by the private sector. Checking cell and radio towers. Farmers can monitor their herds and crops. They can also be used to spy on your neighbors.
Fun times ahead!
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
“Calm down, Senator,” McCain said, in an address to Paul. “The U.S. government cannot randomly target U.S. citizens.”
Then why didn't Obama or Holder just say they won't do it?
“I find the question offensive,” Graham said Thursday on the Senate floor. “As much I disagree with President Obama and as much as I support past presidents, I do not believe that question deserves an answer.”
Why shouldn't the president answer a simple question on killing Americans?
Ben Bernanke's Diabolical Plan To Turn Mortgage-Backed Securities Into Pristine Collateral [View article]
The definition of insanity is making the same mistakes over and over and thinking that the outcome will be different.
The beginnings of the previous housing bubble started with the allegations of banks discrimination against minorities. The government then forced the banks to lower the lending standards for the poor and minorities. Once the standards were lowered the banks used the same standards for everyone. Bubble!
Wall Street Breakfast: Must-Know News [View article]
OH come on!! What could go wrong?
You need to get in before it's to late. Don't get left behind. It's a sure thing. The DOW will surely go over 15K maybe 20K.
Buy Buy Buy.... hurry!! (sarcasm intended)