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from AlterNet
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
We are just beginning to understand one further dimension of toxic inequality: a devastating emotional and physiological phenomenon we might call “toxic inequality syndrome.”
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from The American Spectator
The Fed’s Risky, Unchartered Course
The Federal Reserve Bank, also known as “The Fed,” was created in 1913 to regulate the banks and to ensure a stable dollar. The Fed has strayed from its initial charter and is now the primary enabler of federal deficit spending and debt, which is now almost $20 trillion.
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from The Babylon Bee [Satire]
In an attempt to increase evangelistic efficiency, Calvinist scientists working at Reformed Theological Seminary’s School of Research have isolated the “elect gene” in test subjects, and have successfully engineered an electronic detector to help evangelists focus their efforts only on those God has preordained unto salvation from eternity past, sources confirmed Tuesday.
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from CNN
Last month, United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz was named U.S. Communicator of the Year by the magazine PRWeek. Now he's being raked over the coals for his response to a violent passenger incident on a United Airlines flight.
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from Competitive Enterprise Institute
With the Depression-era banking act’s return to prominence, it is important to review the history and impact of Glass-Steagall, and just why it should be left in the past.
United Airlines is taking a public relations beating for its, er, remarkably poor customer service. This has spurred a flurry of uninformed calls for more government regulation of airline practices. Derek Thompson in The Atlantic has a point that the federal cap on overbooking compensation for involuntary removal (codified at 14 C.F.R. § 250.5) should be eliminated. But this doesn’t get to the heart of the matter: why would a service provider’s employees feel comfortable treating a customer so poorly? If American consumers wish to enjoy improved service quality in air travel, they should demand that Congress repeal 90 years of anti-competitive federal law. Less regulation of air travel, not more, is the solution.
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from FEE (Foundation for Economic Education)
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
The Racist Roots of Marijuana Prohibition
The history of marijuana (or cannabis/THC) stems back over 10,000 years and is widely recognized as one of the most useful plants on the planet. Yet it was made illegal in the United States in the early 20th century due to political and economic factors. Let’s get one thing clear: marijuana was not made illegal because it caused “insanity, criminality, and death” as was claimed by Harry J. Anslinger. It was made illegal in an attempt to control Mexican immigration into the United States and to help boost the profits of large pharmaceutical companies.
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from Fortune Magazine
Even as the internet kicked up a maelstrom of outrage, investors still thought United Airlines' decision to forcibly eject a customer from an overbooked flight would have little effect on the company's profits. But that changed Tuesday, when shares of United fell as much as 6.3% in pre-market trading, dropping $1.4 billion from the now $21 billion company by market cap. By early trading Tuesday, shares were down 4%.
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from The Heritage Foundation
[Information from this site may be unreliable.]
Balkan Issues Once Again Threaten U.S. Security
Tucked away in the southeast corner of Europe, the Balkans are 4,500 miles from the East Coast. So your average American would be forgiven for wondering, “What does this region have to do with me?” But stability and security in the Balkans is important to the U.S. for many reasons.
Why Preserving the Legislative Filibuster Is Critical for Conservatives
Removing the legislative filibuster would represent a monumental shift in how the Congress operates—particularly in how quickly the government’s whims could be enforced on the public, without the deliberation the framers sought to ensure.
The Trump Administration and the 115th Congress Should Support Ukraine
Ukraine is in the midst of a national struggle that will determine its future geopolitical orientation: the West or Moscow. The outcome of this struggle will have long-term implications for the transatlantic community and the notion of national sovereignty.
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United's lousy service is a reason for more competition, not regulation
The United Airlines fiasco has led, inevitably, to calls for even regulation. But banning overbooking would be no boon to consumers—it actually helps keep fares down. Want airlines (and airports) to treat customers better? Then let ‘em compete. More regulation only restricts consumer choices.
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Data as History: Charting the Last 2000 Years of Progress
The historical evidence in favor of free minds and free markets is there for everyone to see.
Balkan Issues Once Again Threaten U.S. Security
Tucked away in the southeast corner of Europe, the Balkans are 4,500 miles from the East Coast. So your average American would be forgiven for wondering, “What does this region have to do with me?” But stability and security in the Balkans is important to the U.S. for many reasons.
Why Preserving the Legislative Filibuster Is Critical for Conservatives
Removing the legislative filibuster would represent a monumental shift in how the Congress operates—particularly in how quickly the government’s whims could be enforced on the public, without the deliberation the framers sought to ensure.
The Trump Administration and the 115th Congress Should Support Ukraine
Ukraine is in the midst of a national struggle that will determine its future geopolitical orientation: the West or Moscow. The outcome of this struggle will have long-term implications for the transatlantic community and the notion of national sovereignty.
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from The Hill
United's lousy service is a reason for more competition, not regulation
The United Airlines fiasco has led, inevitably, to calls for even regulation. But banning overbooking would be no boon to consumers—it actually helps keep fares down. Want airlines (and airports) to treat customers better? Then let ‘em compete. More regulation only restricts consumer choices.
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from HumanProgress.org Education Website
Data as History: Charting the Last 2000 Years of Progress
The historical evidence in favor of free minds and free markets is there for everyone to see.
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from Indian Country Today Media Network
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Tribes Get a Say in Keystone XL Hearings
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska and the Yankton Sioux Tribe of South Dakota are among dozens of individuals and entities given permission to testify about the Keystone XL pipeline’s route through the state during public hearings this summer. “We belong to the land; it doesn’t belong to us,” declared Ponca tribal chairman Larry Wright Jr. after the tribe was granted official intervener status in upcoming hearings before the Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC). “Although we may not physically own the geographic location that is our homeland in Nebraska, it does not diminish our ties to it.”
You need your ‘cloud brain’ more than ever
Old-school, datacenter-based tactical thinking will lead you to oblivion in the new cloud-based world of IT
Datacenters decline as users turn to rented servers
Consolidation and the move to the cloud are behind the mega change in the industry
Hundreds will have no place to sleep after Spokane's 24-7 homeless shelter runs out of money
In January 2017, House of Charity expanded its overnight sleeping capacity to women, couples who didn't want to separate and animals (they historically only housed adult men). The extra capacity was bolstered by a surge of funds from the city of Spokane, Downtown Spokane Partnership and other businesses that donated money to fill the shelter's budget gap. But that money has run out. Currently, there is no clear sense for how many hours per day House of Charity will be open, or how and when the shelter will provide daily meals. The shelter will continue providing overnight beds for 109 adult men.
Clemson University claims that wanting someone to be on time might be racist Leftist propaganda now being pushed on faculty
In yet another shocking example of the hard-left propaganda being pushed on college campuses throughout the country, Clemson University has spent over $26,000 on “training” that includes the ludicrous claim that expecting someone to be on time might not be inclusive.
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Tribes Get a Say in Keystone XL Hearings
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska and the Yankton Sioux Tribe of South Dakota are among dozens of individuals and entities given permission to testify about the Keystone XL pipeline’s route through the state during public hearings this summer. “We belong to the land; it doesn’t belong to us,” declared Ponca tribal chairman Larry Wright Jr. after the tribe was granted official intervener status in upcoming hearings before the Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC). “Although we may not physically own the geographic location that is our homeland in Nebraska, it does not diminish our ties to it.”
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from InfoWorld
Old-school, datacenter-based tactical thinking will lead you to oblivion in the new cloud-based world of IT
Consolidation and the move to the cloud are behind the mega change in the industry
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from The Inlander
In January 2017, House of Charity expanded its overnight sleeping capacity to women, couples who didn't want to separate and animals (they historically only housed adult men). The extra capacity was bolstered by a surge of funds from the city of Spokane, Downtown Spokane Partnership and other businesses that donated money to fill the shelter's budget gap. But that money has run out. Currently, there is no clear sense for how many hours per day House of Charity will be open, or how and when the shelter will provide daily meals. The shelter will continue providing overnight beds for 109 adult men.
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from Intellihub
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Putin also pointed out similarities to the 2003 incident when no chemical weapons were found in Iraq.
Just before U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson landed in Moscow on Tuesday Russian President Vladimir Putin told reporters that Russia has received intelligence from “trusted sources” that more chemical attacks are being prepared in the Damascus region for the sake of blaming Syrian president Bashar al-Assad.
In yet another shocking example of the hard-left propaganda being pushed on college campuses throughout the country, Clemson University has spent over $26,000 on “training” that includes the ludicrous claim that expecting someone to be on time might not be inclusive.
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from LifeZette (& PoliZette)
Trump Restoring Free-Market Balance to U.S. Energy Industry
Canceling overwrought Clean Power Plan allows coal a chance to compete on fair footing.
The CPP would have prematurely forced 25 percent of America’s coal generation capacity off the electric grid.
Sessions Declares End to Border Lawlessness: ‘This is the Trump Era’
Attorney general unveils new measures to enhance border security, immigration enforcement
Attorney General Jeff Sessions proclaimed an end to the “lawlessness” of illegal immigration, “the abdication of duty to enforce our laws” and “the catch-and-release policies of the past” as he unveiled new immigration policies during a speech Tuesday at the U.S.-Mexico border.
White House Unveils Evidence of Syrian Chemical Attack
Trump administration pushes back against Russian ‘disinformation campaign’
Senior administration officials Tuesday provided evidence the Syrian government is responsible for last week’s chemical weapons attack that killed almost 90 people and that Russia is trying to cover it up, during a conference call with reporters. That attack prompted President Donald Trump to order a cruise missile strike at the Syrian airbase from which U.S. officials claim the chemical attack was launched.
PR Nightmare: United Posts Job Listing for Public Affairs Exec
Airline caught in media firestorm advertises job to 'help United reclaim its reputation'
Barely 48 hours after United Airlines employees created a national scandal by dragging a doctor violently from his seat, America’s newly controversial airline posted a job listing for a public-relations manager on District Daybook, the “premier resource for political and policy professionals in Washington D.C.”
Beaten United Airlines Doctor Convicted of Exchanging Drugs for Sex
New details are emerging about Dr. David Dao, the United Airlines forcibly removed from United flight 3411, and he’s not as innocent as he seems.
Assange: CIA ‘Has No Credibility’ on Chemical Weapons
WikiLeaks editor says Assad gas attack should be reported as 'alleged' until evidence made public
Survey Spotlights Severe Danger for Democrats in 2018
50-state poll finds obstruction taking toll on vulnerable Senate Democrats in red states
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from Miami Herald
Leonard Pitts Jr.: Let’s just tell Attorney General Sessions 'No' to a new War on Drugs
Jeff Sessions wants a new War on Drugs. It's hard to imagine a dumber or more dangerous idea.
Jeff Sessions wants a new War on Drugs. It's hard to imagine a dumber or more dangerous idea.
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from The National Interest
As the Taliban launch their spring offensive, the Trump administration has yet to announce its strategy for the war in Afghanistan. Experimenting with another troop surge will not reverse the stalemate.
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from Reason Magazine
San Diego's Experiment With Higher Minimum Wage: 4,000 Fewer Restaurant Jobs
San Diego's restaurant recession is another data point suggesting that making it more expensive to employ people causes fewer people to be employed. Shocker.
from spokaneproisrael.org
Socialist Alternatives abound in Spokane
The Socialist Alternative’s April magazine is entitled Shut Down Trump’s Agenda. In the magazine there is an explanation of Socialist beliefs. You may have already heard these “blip narratives” in the media or on college campuses. Social Justice Activists regurgitate it all the time.
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from The Spokesman-Review
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from Sputnik
(Russian government-supported propaganda channel)
Russian scientists have proposed a new kind of cancer treatment based on nanoparticles which induce more damage to cancer cells than conventional treatments and may even work on cells which are resistant to drugs. In a cell culture, researchers from Moscow State University, Northeastern University in Boston and the Russian Academy of Sciences demonstrated that the nanoparticles stimulate the death of cancer cells by acting on the cell membrane and/or mitochondrial membrane. They published their findings in the journal Pharmaceutical Research.
While analysts place the chances of a global recession in the near future at around 10 percent, investment firm Saxo ranks the risk closer to 60 percent, as borrowing reaches unsustainable levels across the Western world, and US President Donald Trump loses his market luster.
US President Donald Trump has ratified the protocol for Montenegro’s accession as the twenty-ninth member to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer said in a release on Tuesday.
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will arrive in Moscow Tuesday for two days of talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov. Political observer Vladimir Ardaev says there are three basic proposals the secretary can make to his Russian colleague: empty threats, an ultimatum, or a deal respecting both Russian and Syrian interests.
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from Townhall.com
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Government Makes the Poor Poorer
For all the obsessing in Washington over income inequality, why isn't there more outrage over government policies that exacerbate the problem? There are hundreds of programs that increase poverty in America. Social Security is the greatest swindle of all. Social Security robs nearly every low- and middle-income family with a full-time worker of at least $1 million over their lifetime.
Government Makes the Poor Poorer
For all the obsessing in Washington over income inequality, why isn't there more outrage over government policies that exacerbate the problem? There are hundreds of programs that increase poverty in America. Social Security is the greatest swindle of all. Social Security robs nearly every low- and middle-income family with a full-time worker of at least $1 million over their lifetime.
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from Yahoo News
'The dominoes are starting to fall': Retailers are going bankrupt at a staggering rate
Retailers are filing for bankruptcy at an alarming rate that's quickly approaching recessionary levels. It's only April, and nine retailers have already filed for bankruptcy since the start of the year — as many as all of last year.
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