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And we really wonder why we are in a financial crisis!?

Can someone please help me logically justify the rate of return on “investing” $12 billion a month on the war in Iraq? Is that really what the oil reserve in Iraq is valued at?  I assume more if you include inflation over … Continue reading

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Dead Fish Can’t Vote? That’s Fishism.

Yes, in Chicago a Dead Fish was registered to vote. “There was no fraud involved,” said Nudelman, a Democrat who supports Barack Obama. “This person is a dead fish.” The paperwork sent to a “Princess Nudelman” likely came from the … Continue reading

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A comparison of two buildings…in pictures.

Just saying…

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WOW. McCain fights uphill battle.

Just watch this… McCain has to defend Obama. And Steal a microphone from an uninformed citizen.

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And this is why Dion shouldn’t, won’t and never will be Prime Minister

A friend of mine called Mark McKay shared this video with me today. I dont really even need to say anything else … watch the video, especially if you are Canadian! Yes the question could have been more direct and … Continue reading

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Late night TV is good for you

I was up watching The Colbert Report last night.  It’s usually good for a few laughs, but ever so often something of use is given. Ok so not to become overly political, but the new fall TV season have yet … Continue reading

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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly in the U.S. Election

Just a few things that came across my plate today. The Good: This is a pretty funny flow chart of Palin’s Debate. It will put a smile on your face even if you have no interest in politics. The Bad: … Continue reading

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If the world could vote…

It goes without saying that the United States is the elephant in the room when it comes to global politics. While the ~305 million Americans only make up 4.5% of global politics, each and every one of their votes has … Continue reading

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Palin VS Miss Teen USA South Carolina for Vice President

Before I go into my first post here, I’d like to clarify that despite what the ‘About’ section may say, I do not have money to spend (though I wish I did), nor do I like expensive fashion. Actually I … Continue reading

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The Energy “Non-Crisis”

Last week, I attended a presentation by Pierre-Olivier Pineau, a professor at HEC Montreal who specializes in energy policy. He delivered a presentation entitled “The Energy Non-Crisis.” His basic thesis is that the current state of global energy consumption does not … Continue reading

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