Category Archives: political

Third person in the room

Posted on March 14, 2009 by patrick

Passion is a wonderful thing. When someone is “wrong” about a subject that you care passionately about, it is natural to argue with them and try to “prove” to them that they are wrong. Don’t. Mentally step back. Look around. … Continue reading →

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My anti-consumer new years resolution

Posted on January 22, 2009 by patrick

Whereas, After getting billions in taxpayers’ money, the banks are screwing consumers. Yesterday, I got my version of that. Chase bank decided to unilaterally tacked on fees to a credit card account. These fees are simply because I am maintaining … Continue reading →

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decline and fall of the Republicans

Posted on January 3, 2009 by patrick

My favorite economist, Paul Krugman writes: I think this is part of a broader picture: the GOP that’s left after this election will probably be even further off in right field, even further out of touch with the rest of … Continue reading →

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privatize only what…

Posted on December 22, 2008 by patrick

Over at dailykos.com they are talking about how bad Bush the Lesser has made the air traffic control system. One of the many “wonderful” ideas was privatization. In the argument about bigger government and private enterprise, people miss the key … Continue reading →

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Peak oil: Long-term price of oil is $0/barrel

Posted on December 5, 2008 by patrick

Every time the price of oil drops, the oil ostriches claim that the price drop “proves” that Peak oil does not exist. However, just like gravity which exists no matter what we want to “believe”, peak oil is a reality. … Continue reading →

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“Wasting fuel” option myth

Posted on December 3, 2008 by patrick

How come otherwise intelligent people assume that fuel inefficiency is a desired feature in cars, SUVs, and trucks? Do SUV buyers go to dealers and look for the car with the LEAST fuel efficiency? Car salesperson: Hi, can I help … Continue reading →

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Health care thinking points

Posted on November 20, 2008 by patrick

It is cheaper to build a car in Canada than the U.S. (Washington Post): By Kirstin Downey Washington Post Staff Writer Saturday, March 6, 2004; Page E01 For each mid-size car DaimlerChrysler AG builds at one of its U.S. plants, … Continue reading →

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28th amendment – Separation of Corporation and State

Posted on November 13, 2008 by patrick

Amendment 28 – Separation of Corporation and State And the Chelseagreen posting My suggested amendment: Rights enumerated or reserved under this Constitution shall be accorded only to individuals. No State or the United States, shall make or enforce any law … Continue reading →

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How can government “subsidize” green technology

Posted on November 12, 2008 by patrick

The laissez-faire infatuatants like to talk about how government should just “stay out of the way”. Well here is some ways that government can help everyone else “stay out of the way” so solar, wind, etc. energy production has a … Continue reading →

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obama should go full steam ahead

Posted on November 5, 2008 by patrick

Obama should ignore these Republican water-carriers (Thomas Ferraro and Richard Cowan): Because of a record federal deficit and the deteriorating economy, Democrats will have to limit or postpone any big new spending programs, including measures to expand health care, upgrade … Continue reading →

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