There are great lessons to be learned from Ronald Reagan. Few would argue that Ronald Reagan was a true statesman and one of the greatest Presidents of the modern era. Virtually every politician, republicans and democrats alike, have fondly referred to him on many occasions. Barack Obama would even quote him while stumping on the campaign trail. So why is it that the current administration doesn’t pay more attention to the words of President Reagan in their day-to-day actions? The answer is simple…they are feathering their own nest and acquiring more power for themselves rather than looking out for our best interests. In the text that follows I’ll do no editorializing whatsoever, as I believe President Reagan’s words speak volumes on their own accord…
This video is absolutely shocking…I thought AARP was a member advocate organization. Not only won’t they listen to their members, they are patronizing and rude. After watching this video I would call on all AARP members to cancel their memberships. The proposed healthcare reform will most adversely impact the elderly and we should all stand-up and make sure that are voices are heard. Please circulate this video so people can see how AARP really feels about its members…
Karl Rove shared this video on Twitter, and I agree with Karl that it is a powerful, must watch video. If you question whether or not you have 12 minutes to watch a video, just do me a favor and watch the video and then let me know whether you felt it was a valuable use of your time. If this video in tribute to SFC John C. Beale doesn’t stir-up feelings of Patriotism, and make you proud of what it really means to be an American then a major gut-check is needed on your part. Note that the crowds lining the road weren’t organized, but were merely a result of a simple notice that ran in local papers indicating the road route and approximate time of the funeral procession. With my son being an active duty officer in the Air Force, I am reminded daily of the need for, and value of service. Please don’t ever forget what our troops and their families sacrifice for us all. Thanks you for watching this and please pass it along…
Aside from a brief rant here and there, I’ve remained relatively quiet on the subject of politics since the election as I felt it was my duty to give our new administration a chance. Well, now that it’s August, and because most of my fears and suspicions have been proven to be of merit, I can’t stand silent any longer. As an Army vet, and with a son who is currently an active duty officer in the Air Force, it pains me to say this, but just plain “STUPID” is the best way that I can think of to describe the current state of affairs as it relates to politics in America. From “Beer Summits” to rookie foreign policy gaffs, this administration just doesn’t get it, and I’m regrettably left with little hope that they will somehow see the light if given enough time…
Do you know who Brian Deese is? I didn’t have a clue until Monday when I read a very disconcerting New York Times article entitled: “The 31-Year-Old in Charge of Dismantling GM.” Well, Brian Deese is in fact the 31-year old staffer for President Obama referenced in the aforementioned article, and who also happens to be the primary influencer/driver behind the policy decisions now guiding GM. This is normally where my late father-in-law would have said, “no wonder the Russians are ahead.”
Today’s announcement by President Obama that he will reduce federal spending by $100 million dollars is nothing short of laughable. This move insults the intelligence of all Americans, and is nothing more than a pathetic attempt at pandering and political posturing. In today’s post I’m going to begin by giving you some simple math to consider, while I offer a historical perspective on why both Obama’s strategy and tactics are fundamentally flawed and doomed to fail…
General Motors fell on its sword today essentially offering itself up for nationalization. In a previous post entitled “Good Money After Bad” I warned of the evils of government intervention into private enterprise, and now I’m afraid we’re about to reap what we’ve sown. Nothing good comes of bailing-out failed entities. The only thing this exercise in frivolity accomplished was to delay the inevitable, and to waste more taxpayer money. The “Financial Times” had a good piece on this sad moment in American history which I would recommend reading.
Once again, Dianne Feinstein has betrayed her constituents for her own personal gain. When does enough become enough? Read the full Washington Times story here. While Feinstein has travelled this path before, this is perhaps the most overt example of calculated government corruption that we’ve seen in quite sometime. Amidst the cry for government accountability and transparency it is nothing short of amazing that she could be so callus and brazen. The sad part of this is that it is par for the course inside the Beltway. Only in Washington DC do third tier bureaucrats end-up as multi-millionaires. Is this more of the change we can count on from the new administration? It will be interesting to see what if anything President Obama has to say about this…
In today’s post I’ll give President Obama a break on his domestic policy, but I cannot give him a free pass on his foreign policy agenda (or lack thereof). I can’t recall a President in modern times who has exhibited more foreign policy naivete than Barack Obama. He has the uncanny ability to make the wrong move, at the wrong time, and in the wrong place. His apologetic statements at the G20, allowing North Korea to launch a long range missile, continuously falling prey to the lulling tactics of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, bowing to the Saudi King, and giving Hugo Chavez a propagandist photo opportunity are nothing compared to his decision to release “top secret” CIA memos on interrogation methods. In today’s post I’ll explain why this President and his administration are in way over their heads…
By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer,N2growth
Life is not fair, but our President sure thinks it should be…The willingness to take risk, a solid work ethic, personal responsibility, and accountability don’t seem to count for anything in the eyes of our new administration. Obama’s actions at the G20 summit should be of great concern to all Americans. Taking steps to weaken our position in the world might be politically correct, but it sure isn’t very bright…
Aside from a brief rant here and there, I’ve remained relatively quiet on the subject of politics since the election as I felt it was my duty to give our new administration a chance. Well, now that it’s August, and because most of my fears and suspicions have been proven to be of merit, I can’t stand silent any longer. As an Army vet, and with a son who is currently an active duty officer in the Air Force, it pains me to say this, but just plain “STUPID” is the best way that I can think of to describe the current state of affairs as it relates to politics in America. From “Beer Summits” to rookie foreign policy gaffs, this administration just doesn’t get it, and I’m regrettably left with little hope that they will somehow see the light if given enough time…
Do you know who Brian Deese is? I didn’t have a clue until Monday when I read a very disconcerting New York Times article entitled: “
Today’s announcement by President Obama that he will reduce federal spending by $100 million dollars is nothing short of laughable. This move insults the intelligence of all Americans, and is nothing more than a pathetic attempt at pandering and political posturing. In today’s post I’m going to begin by giving you some simple math to consider, while I offer a historical perspective on why both Obama’s strategy and tactics are fundamentally flawed and doomed to fail…
Once again, Dianne Feinstein has betrayed her constituents for her own personal gain. When does enough become enough? 
In today’s post I’ll give President Obama a break on his domestic policy, but I cannot give him a free pass on his foreign policy agenda (or lack thereof). I can’t recall a President in modern times who has exhibited more foreign policy naivete than Barack Obama. He has the uncanny ability to make the wrong move, at the wrong time, and in the wrong place. His apologetic statements at the G20, allowing North Korea to launch a long range missile, continuously falling prey to the lulling tactics of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, bowing to the Saudi King, and giving Hugo Chavez a propagandist photo opportunity are nothing compared to his decision to release 
