Posts Tagged ‘economy’
It’s everyone else’s fault, and, I have a plan
On Thursday, President Obama gave a speech at a Johnson Controls plant in Holland, Michigan. You can find the full text of the speech here, but, let me summarize.
Read MoreSo much for the “fix”
We did a post last week concerning the July 24 prediction made by Secretary of the Treasury, Timothy Geitner, that, if a “debt ceiling” deal wasn’t reached that afternoon, our stock markets would tumble dramatically on Monday, July 25. The DOW did fall by 88 that Monday. Certainly not good, but hardly the calamity predicted.
Read MoreGeithner on the economy: it’s going to be hard, harder than anything you’ve ever experienced
I debated whether or not I would post this, because it’s just so doggone depressing. But it’s also refreshing to hear this coming from someone in the administration. Yesterday Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner, when asked the question how long this recession will continue, he responds … oh why should I spoil the surprise video below…
Read MoreObama – Innovation and increased productivity a “structural issue”
Ladies and gentlemen, the president of the United States. “That’s me…” Calling all candidates looking for a radio or TV spot … here you go. These words – in response to a question about public sector hiring – highlight President Obama’s socialist side. He really thinks the structural issue – his words – with the economy…
Read MoreWhy business won’t hire, or expand, or …. UPDATE: Hardee’s CEO Video
Granted this is from House Republicans but the testimony is revealing. Ed Morrissey was up late blogging last night and posted this gem. Something to think about while you a) look for a job, or b) try to hang on to your job.
Read MoreObama to business: Hire workers (dang it)! UPDATE: Video
This is what leadership in the United States has become. Criticize private business – the very essence of the capitalist system – at every turn, and in every way possible and then go out and demand they “do what’s right” and hire workers. More proof this guy knows nothing about running anything.
Read MoreGallup: Surprise, Americans not so happy with “The One’s” handling of economy – Video
You’ll find this across the internet today but I am posting too because it is so important. It’s significant because it shows the American people get it … and two … it’s not Bush’s economy anymore. Change!
Read MoreSocial Niceties
In the wake of Tuesday’s midterm results, there has been a great deal of talk about “cooperation” between the parties. Harry Reid himself making reference to his friendship with Mitch McConnell and how the two parties need to work together, especially now that Reid and the Democrats fortunes in the Senate are waning.
Read MoreNancy Pelosi: Hey, what say we spread the wealth around a bit – Video
In the interest of fairness of course. From last night’s O’Reilly Factor. Ya know, I’m just about at the point where not only does this not shock me, it’s kinda loosing its punch, even for a small “l” libertarian (H/T Larry Elder) like myself.
Read MoreBlumenthal on how jobs are created: I’m not going to DC to be an entrepreneur – UPDATE: Blumenthal’s Beauty Pageant Moment
Not the only sign of the great divide between the people and the power, but one of the best. Hey small business, I’m on your side even if I don’t know a thing about what you do.
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