Category Archives: Fruits of Their Labors
“Liberally Conservative” – or just confused?
“I’m fiscally conservative but socially liberal.” A frequent mantra from talk-show callers, this statement is often followed by “And that’s why I can’t vote for Santorum” or “That’s why I support Ron Paul.” The proclamation is usually delivered … Continue reading
Food $tamp$ – Enabling Abuse and Dependency
As you probably remember from your high school psych class, Russian scientist Ivan Petrovich Pavlov is credited with developing the concept of classical conditioning – or learned response; an effective type of behavior modification. Working primarily with dogs, Pavlov demonstrated … Continue reading
No more funding for “Snowflakes?”
“I’ve got two daughters, 9 years old and 6 years old. I am going to teach them first of all about values and morals. But if they make a mistake, I don’t want them punished with a baby.“ … Continue reading
The Amazing Accomplishment of Henry Knox
During the winter of 1775-76 Boston was firmly in control of the British. George Washington was determined to break their hold but was running out of time, funds and manpower. Deliverance came in the unlikely form of a 300 lb. … Continue reading
Yet Another Green “Fail?”
1… 2… 3…. FLUSH! Almost 400 million more in federal and state subsidies down the hopper. A123 Systems, a Massachusetts-based manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries and energy storage systems, looks to be the next green tech business to tank. The … Continue reading
Running on Empty Rhetoric
As Speaker of the House, Representative John Boehner generally leaves a lot for conservatives to desire, but he does come up with the occasional gem. Like this graphic showing Obama’s direct role in driving up fuel costs ~ “Running … Continue reading
Happy Birthday George!
The hand of Providence has been so conspicuous in all this that he must be worse than an infidel that lacks faith, and more than wicked that has not gratitude enough to acknowledge his obligations. George Washington [Feb. … Continue reading
New Chevy Volt Commercial!
“What better way to celebrate the massive success of the Chevy Volt than by having this beautiful piece of machinery as President Obama’s running mate in 2012? They deserve each other!” American Taxpayer’s Loss on GM Stock Investment … Continue reading
Planned Parenthood – Sanger’s “Culture of Death”
Contrary to what Planned Parenthood would like us to believe, their organization was not founded out of an altruistic concern for women’s health. Rather, it sprang from an unholy blend of toxic self-indulgence, militant atheism, and an enthusiastic embrace of … Continue reading
MI Educator: “Parent’s DON’T know best” **Updated 2-17-12**
Up-dated: 2-17-12: You-Tube pulled the Debbie Squires video I had originally included in this post – some kerfuffle over MGTV (Michigan Government TV) rights. Here’s a bit longer version – same message: Government knows best. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Original … Continue reading
Forget Clint Eastwood – Detroit needs “Dirty Harry!”
By now most everyone’s seen – or at least heard of – the Chrysler Superbowl ad starring Clint Eastman – “It’s halftime in America.” ~ If you missed it, the commercial was a two-minute, Chamber of Commerce-type pitch for more … Continue reading
