Is this true? Can you be fired just for being gay in these states? The answer is yes but it requires some qualification. It's because sexual orientation is not considered a protected class in these states. A member of a protected class cannot be fired merely because they possess the traits of … [Read more...]
I'm uncertain if the public has been so saturated with the politically correct version of Islam, or if they are simply unfamiliar with the "Religion of Peace's" calls to violence that other religions lack. Now, it's not that all Muslims are terrorists mind you; just that virtually all terrorists … [Read more...]
Atticus is the author of the progressive-right political and lifestyle blog BlogTruth. His experience spans almost a decade providing business and consulting services to firms across the globe. Stop by his blog and say hello. After scowering the internet and a few of my favorite statistic … [Read more...]
It's no surprise that states which have the good fortune (read: informed voters) to have their governments led by Republicans are much better off than those who squandered their opportunity. But here's a little story which aptly explains why in terms anyone should be able to understand. (The … [Read more...]
In September 2009, President Barack Obama said this to a joint session of Congress: And here's what you need to know. First, I will not sign a plan that adds one dime to our deficits -- either now or in the future. I will not sign it if it adds one dime to the deficit, now or in the future, … [Read more...]
The debt has increased under President Barack Obama's watch by 60% to $16 trillion. As bad as that is, it seems that it's a problem which seems to follow Democrats. (Politico) -- [The] Democratic Party ended the 2012 cycle with a debt of $21.5 million, according to a new filing with the Federal … [Read more...]
Pew Research releases every so often a poll of what Americans consider priorities for the country. Here's what I would find amusing if it weren't so sad: In the president's first term, his policies weakened the economy, weakened the job situation (for every job created, more than 20 people went on … [Read more...]
I snapped these photos whilst out and about not long ago. It really sheds light on the mindset of the person who would re-elect President Obama to a second term given the abysmal conditions with which we find our nation. Mind you, the bumper stickers have been on this vehicle for at least three … [Read more...]
It goes without saying that I still am flabbergasted that President Obama won re-election despite his shoddy handling of the economy. But here's a look at just how shoddy he he's been. This is what you voted for. 1 “Long-term unemployed” means for over 26 weeks; data for January 2009 and … [Read more...]
Is the science settled? Or are there real reasons one might doubt the settledness of the Green™ movement? The debate about climate change and its impact on polar bears has intensified with the release of a survey that shows the bear population in a key part of northern Canada is far larger than … [Read more...]
The silent killer: AP – San Francisco: San Francisco Mayer, Adolph Ginsberg made the following announcement this morning following the tragic drowning of two year old Steven Foster in a neighbor’s pool. “According to CDC statistics, every day, 10 people die from unintentional drowning. This is … [Read more...]
The pro-abortion group, the Guttmacher Institute, has released its annual report summarizing the past year's State's legislation regarding abortion. Abortion-choice advocates look at these new laws and see defeat while anti-abortion choice supporters see victory. In fact, 2012 was the second most … [Read more...]
For all the talk about Democrats generally, and the President specifically being champions for the middle class, they refused to even vote on a bill which would have exempted 99% of American taxpayers from the looming "fiscal cliff". No, instead, before they would finally support a tax increase … [Read more...]
2012 has been quite the ride. The economy has been in the tank for the past four year and half the country didn't notice, or they didn't care. Zero Hedge has compiled a list of 75 reasons Barack Obama didn't deserve your vote. Here are a few: #1 In December 2008, 31.6 million Americans were on … [Read more...]
As it relates to minorities, is this true: "[I]t is generally the progressive side of the community that takes time to point out and mourn the deaths in our urban streets, as well as work for systemic change to stop the violence."? I suppose one could argue this point, depending on what you mean by … [Read more...]
It's a good thing the Michigan legislature has passed right-to-work measures for the state's workers. For decades labor unions have stood watch while the State's school system has been in a constant state of decline. For all the benefit they boast, labor unions are worth little more that keeping … [Read more...]
When you trade in confronting controversial topics like I do here, you expect to come across activists defending their issues. It just occurred to me, however, after all this time, that activist's methods of pushing their respective causes are nearly identical, but with a different message. For … [Read more...]
As far back as I can remember, I've always found some joy in annoying smug people. They can be easily found hanging around websites like the Daily Kos, MSNBC, Democratic Underground, Think Progress... seeing a pattern here? I happened across a tweet made by MSNBC, you know the kind: propaganda … [Read more...]
Now that the über-wealthy former chief of Bain Capital, Mitt Romney has decided run for president, the tax rates of Americans are now a news-worthy phenomena. Who pays what, and whether it's "fair" is quickly becoming a political talking point. What bothers me is politicians and advocates for … [Read more...]
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