Political labels may play a bigger role in the upcoming midterm elections than party affiliations. Many people have put those running for political office under the proverbial magnifying glass to determine what the politicians stand for rather than what party banner they may carry. Will this kind of scrutiny affect the way people actually vote [...]
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Stimulus spending did not create the new jobs as promised, but it did add nearly a trillion dollars to the country’s deepening deficit. Other efforts to reduce unemployment have been spectacularly unsuccessful. The only significant drop in the numbers came from the government hiring of temporary workers to conduct the census. What will [...]
In the first half of 2010 the battle between the federal government and individual states has risen to a fever pitch. First health care legislation. Then immigration. And, most recently, the oil spill. These disputes have grown in size and intensity. More states are expected to enter the fray, plus other problems may arise that [...]
Judging from recent polls, most Americans believe Congress does not have their best interests at heart, does not listen to constituents and that most incumbents need to be turned out of office, without regard to party affiliation. The citizens are angry and can be expected to demonstrate this displeasure at the ballot box in upcoming [...]
Are you shocked and dismayed by the way politicians in Washington have demonstrated a lack of common sense? Do you believe your representatives have a total disregard for fiscal responsibility? Who is looking out for the well-being of their constituents rather than following the will of a political party or following their own individual ambitions? [...]
