This story was forwarded to me by a friend. I do not who the original author was. Hence, I cannot take credit for it. However, I thought it was a good story to share to make a point on this political notion of “spreading the wealth” and socialistic policies. === An economics professor at a …
Category Archive: Politics
Aug
13
My Letter to President Obama on Health Care
Today, I sent my letter on health care to President Obama and Vice-President Joe Biden. I sent it Certified Mail to the White House. I also copied the letter to Georgia Senators Chambliss Saxby and Johnny Isakson and my district Congressman Lynn Westmoreland at their local offices. I am looking forward to seeing their response …
Aug
02
My Upcoming Health Care Letter to President Barack Obama
The health care reform issue is so hot right now, it affects everyone. Like most Americans, I am deeply concerned with where health care in the U.S. is headed. Right now, I consider myself among the fortunate few where I continue to be healthy according to my annual physical exams. I also appear to be …
May
26
Examples of The Culture of Poverty and the Poverty Mindset
In my prior post on my attendance of the Poverty Symposium, I mention the Culture of Poverty and the Poverty Mindset. I did not want to get too side-tracked by getting to deep a discussion of the Culture of Poverty and the Poverty Mindset. Danny Bivins of the Fanning Institute said that in looking at …
Jan
21
President Barack Obama: The Beginning of a New Era
I have to say I was extremely reflective watching all the events of Inauguration Day for President Barack Obama. He carried himself with an incredible amount of calm, class, and poise. I wasn’t particularly fond of President Bush but I did respect his ability to hold to his convictions even when most people did not …
Nov
05
Inspired by the Obama Win
I have been following the news both on TV and online regarding the 2008 election results. I have to say it was very gratifying and inspiring to watch. As I wrote before, I was undecided for a long time. Ultimately, I voted for Obama who I thought would be better for the U.S. for many …
Oct
17
Less than 3 Weeks to Go – Still Undecided on McCain or Obama
I hate this. I am usually pretty good at making decisions for myself. You pick a direction and go. This whole decision to figure out if I want Obama/Biden or McCain/Palin has got me in a quandary. I keep going back and forth but not sure what weighs on me more. Frankly, I like John …
Sep
01
Trying to Catch My Breath Over National News
There has been a lot going on with the national stage. The John Edwards scandal. Disappointed that Edwards didn’t confess all the way. Obama selected Biden. Great choice. Both Bill & Hillary Clinton made some great speeches. Democratic National Convention on the final night at a stadium with fireworks was pretty spectacular. McCain selected Pallin. …
