THE GOVERNMENT WILL SUPPORT US - RIGHT?

Our Governments (US Congress, and State Legislatures) are spending more than they make. If that happens to you or your family, bankruptcy is inevitable. Our Politicians however, don't believe this basic law of Economics apples to them. But when you spend more than you earn, the result, which is guaranteed by this same basic law of Economics, is a concept that most Americans understand intuitively.

Today we are informed by "USA TODAY" in this article that the Government is growing and Private pay is shrinking. In other words, We Are Broke. Private pay shrinks to historic lows

Paychecks from private business shrank to their smallest share of personal income in U.S. history during the first quarter of this year, a USA TODAY analysis of government data finds.

That's not good news. We all took a pay cut. How about the Government?

At the same time, government-provided benefits — from Social Security, unemployment insurance, food stamps and other programs — rose to a record high during the first three months of 2010.

Bottom line WE ARE SPENDING MORE THAN WE MAKE! Some in Government apparently failed the final (or never took the course) in Economics 101.

What are we spending so much money doing?

Those records reflect a long-term trend accelerated by the recession and the federal stimulus program to counteract the downturn. The result is a major shift in the source of personal income from private wages to government programs.

What's the future hold for the US?

The trend is not sustainable, says University of Michigan economist Donald Grimes. Reason: The federal government depends on private wages to generate income taxes to pay for its ever-more-expensive programs. Government-generated income is taxed at lower rates or not at all, he says. "This is really important," Grimes says. [Emphasis Mine]

The solution is simple, but not easy. The Stimulus is not working. The budget (which Congress has failed to pass) is not balanced. Government give-away programs will have to be cut. The Politicians who fail to heed this idea will find themselves out of work after November.

OVER THE TOP

Another Politician has stepped into the OVER THE TOP category with these remarks:

Governor Deval Patrick [D-MA], even as he decried partisanship in Washington, said today that Republican opposition to President Obama’s agenda has become so obstinate that it “is almost at the level of sedition.”

Patrick says Obama critics are 'almost at the level of sedition'

After the forum, Patrick explained his remarks.

“I think that the number of people in the Grand Old Party who seem to be absolutely committed to saying ‘no,' whenever he says ‘yes,’ no matter what it is, even if it’s an idea that they came up with, is just extraordinary,” the governor told reporters after the forum.

But did the opposition really border on sedition?

“That was a rhetorical flourish,” Patrick said. [Emphasis Mine]

This kind of Political Posturing does not help.

OVER THE TOP

Politicians are prone to make statements which are OVER THE TOP. These are statements which are primarily for Political Advantage.

Patrick Kennedy (D-RI) has made the latest OVER THE TOP claim with this gem.

Rep. Kennedy Says Mexican President 'Right On' in Criticizing Arizona Immigration Law

"So, you know, we had a tragic history in this country," said Kennedy. "The most shameful parts of our history were when we had our slave trade, when we, when we, the Trail of Tears--what we did to our Native Americans."

Kennedy claims the Arizona Immigration Law equates to Racial Profiling and therefore the Arizona Immigration Law also equates to Slave Trade and the Trail of Tears.

My comment to Senator Kennedy: READ THE LAW before you comment. It is obvious from the Senator's comments, just like so many other Liberals, He has not read the law. We can add Senator Kennedy to this list who have not read the Arizona Immigration Law.
Secretary of Homeland Security - Janet Napolitano
Attorney General - Eric Holder
President - Barack Obama

READING THE TEA LEAVES

What kind of situation do we face in the USA if we don't control our spending and balance the budget? Here is a sample of items for your consideration

From the New York Times
Europeans Fear Crisis Threatens Liberal Benefits

...all over Europe governments with big budgets, falling tax revenues and aging populations are experiencing rising deficits, with more bad news ahead.

With low growth, low birthrates and longer life expectancies, Europe can no longer afford its comfortable lifestyle, at least not without a period of austerity and significant changes. The countries are trying to reassure investors by cutting salaries, raising legal retirement ages, increasing work hours and reducing health benefits and pensions.

From the Guardian/The Observer

"We are building up an almighty bubble of debt which is going to burst in one great bang," says Hans-Werner Sinn, chief of Ifo, one of the country's leading economic thinktanks.

That means a bitter round of budget cuts, deeper than any seen since 1945. Every area of German life is expected to take a hit, from education to welfare benefits, swimming pools to autobahns. Far-fetched as talk of the return of the mark seems, the more it is talked about, the more it is likely to become popular, despite Merkel's insistence that if the euro fails, so will Europe.

Don't think we are exempt. We need to cut the spending and balance the budget NOW.

THE MOST ETHICAL GOVERNMENT EVER??

According to the claims during the past by many Democrats now in office, transparency, ethical government, and an end to the corruption was to occur with the past election of officials. The cry of "the most ethical Congress ever", along with "Hope and Change" was ever present. How is that working out?

For some answers, read this article (Obama Justice Department Shut Down Federal ACORN Investigation According to Documents Obtained by Judicial Watch)

ARE YOU UNEMPLOYED/UNDEREMPLAYED?

According to this article, Gov't workers feel no economic pain, from "The Washington Times", that's probably because you don't work for the US Government.

Exit question - why don't government workers suffer with the rest of America? And a second question - where do you think the funds come from to pay these government workers?

"VOTE EARLY VOTE OFTEN"

The quote "Vote early, vote often." comes from President Obama's adopted Chicago. A town with which I am very familiar. I grew up in Chicago. It's is illegal; it is undemocratic; it is just plain wrong. But now a prominent liberal radio host, Ed Schultz, condones that kind of voter fraud for Tuesday's Senatorial Election in the State of Massachusetts.Ed Schultz: I'd cheat to keep Brown from winning shows just how corrupt many liberals are. They are in almost total agreement that the Conservatives Cheat all the time, but apparently it's not bad when liberals cheat.

Ed Schultz has been mentioned prominently by liberals as a someone who would be a great Democrat Party selection to be an elected member of Congress. Apparently Ed does not realize these are the same tactics that the American Voting Public despise, and condemn. The end does not justify the means. You can watch the video at the above link. Here is the transcript:

I tell you what, if I lived in Massachusetts I'd try to vote 10 times. I don't know if they'd let me or not, but I'd try to. Yeah, that's right. I'd cheat to keep these bastards out. I would. 'Cause that's exactly what they are. [Ed Schultz Quote, from the Video]

ANOTHER FALSE CLAIM FOUND IN IPCC

Global Warming claims are being found to be false again. Details here, [World misled over Himalayan glacier meltdown] show that the Himalayan Glaciers are not going to be completely gone by 2035, NOT EVEN CLOSE.

A WARNING that climate change will melt most of the Himalayan glaciers by 2035 is likely to be retracted after a series of scientific blunders by the United Nations body that issued it.

Notice the word blunders in the quote.

Once again Al Gore's statement that "...it is settled." is just another mistake.

GLOBAL WARMING? AN UPDATE

Here are some more links of interest to anyone interested in Global Warming.

Winter of 2009-2010 Could Be Worst in 25 Years

Nearly the entire eastern half of the United States is enduring bitterly cold temperatures not experienced since 1985. Even Florida, which has been hovering around freezing levels overnight recently, is also feeling the almost-nationwide chill.

All-time record snowfall in Burlington [Vermont]

In South Burlington, 33 inches fell -- an all-time record for one storm.

Feeling cold? We're at 30 below normal

[In Iowa] Spencer and Sheldon recorded the coldest temperatures in the state with minus-33 degrees. Estherville came in at 28 below zero, Fort Dodge at negative 26. Sioux City and Orange City both reported minus-22 degrees. At least 16 more cities across the state reported lows in the negative double digits.

Seoul buried in heaviest snowfall in 70 years

SEOUL, South Korea – Seoul residents slogged through the heaviest snowfall in modern Korean history after a winter storm dumped more than 11 inches (28 centimeters) Monday, forcing airports to cancel flights and paralyzing traffic in South Korea's bustling capital.

Ice Slows Operation At N.J. Nuclear Power Plant

Plant officials told Eyewitness News that it is the first time that they had to take this unusual step because of ice.

Siberian winds usher in record lows in Beijing

A FREEZING cold front swept over much of northern China on Sunday with snowstorms snarling traffic and air travel, while some of the coldest temperatures in decades were forecast for coming days.

Miami shivers from coldest weather in decade

Residents of Miami donned heavy coats and wool mufflers Monday to face down the coldest weather to hit the usually balmy city nearly in a decade.

GLOBAL WARMING?

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

To start 2010, here are some stories about Global Warming.

1. Cold weather kills scores

   New Delhi - At least 17 people died as towns and cities in India's northern states were hit by cold weather, officials said on Friday [Jan 01, 2010].

2. Britain facing one of the coldest winters in 100 years, experts predict

   They predicted no let up in the freezing snap until at least mid-January, with snow, ice and severe frosts dominating.
   
   And the likelihood is that the second half of the month will be even colder.

3. Once in a generation cold snap forecast for NC

   RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - Forecasters say the coldest stretch of weather in years if not decades could be heading for North Carolina.

4. Man's Death Is Fourth Related To Cold This Winter

   CHICAGO (AP) ― A man whose body was found in a park on Chicago's South Side is Cook County's fourth confirmed cold-related death.

5. Prisoners used to shovel snow-bound US capital

   WASHINGTON (AFP) – The US capital paid prison inmates to shovel sidewalks, crosswalks and bus stops after the biggest December blizzard in the city's history, the Department of Corrections said Thursday.

For further facts and informed opinion on Global Climate Change, please refer to The WSJ Guide to Climate Change and if you are a Union Member, be sure to read this article. It is part of the WSJ Guide.

Cap and Trade in Practice

Also please consider the following.

During testimony before The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on March 27, 2007, Senator James Inhofe (R-OK) asked Al Gore to take the following pledge:

As a believer:

-that human-caused global warming is a moral, ethical, and spiritual issue affecting our survival;

-that home energy use is a key component of overall energy use;

-that reducing my fossil fuel-based home energy usage will lead to lower greenhouse gas emissions; and

-that leaders on moral issues should lead by example;

I pledge to consume no more energy for use in my residence than the average American household by March 21, 2008.”

Former Senator and Vice President of the United States, Al Gore refused to take this pledge.

As of January 02, 2010, another 1018 days have passed; however Mr. Gore, who won the Nobel Peace Prize and an Oscar for his movie "An Inconvenient Truth", continues his refusal to sign this pledge.