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Author Archives: Jim
Independence Day
Unfortunately we often refer to day as “The Fourth of July” and forget why today is a holiday. I am trying, and I suggest everyone also try, to call today “Independence Day.” After all we don’t say “February 14th”–we say … Continue reading
This Lawyer is a Real Man
One of my favorite talk radio shows is Christian Worldview Today, with host Tony Beam. Frequently, when Tony is leading into a story about someone taking a stand instead of caving, he has a “Real Man Update” and plays a … Continue reading
iCaucus-Endorsees Voting Against the Continuing Resolution
In my previous post, I discussed the South Carolina delegation to D.C., and how they voted on the 3-week continuing resolution (H. J. Res. 48). I noticed that two of five votes against the resolution were endorsed by the Independence … Continue reading
Posted in Economy, Government
Tagged budget, Congress, Dennis Ross, Economy, Jeff Duncan, Jim Demint, Justin Amash, Mike Lee, Republican, Scott Tipton
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To Continue or Not to Continue . . . That Is the Question.
Image via Wikipedia This past week another continuing resolution was passed, providing funds for the (non-essential functions of the) federal government to keep operating for three more weeks. The Republican leadership is proud of the fact that it included $6 … Continue reading
Posted in Economy
Tagged budget, Congress, Economy, Jeff Duncan, Jim Demint, Marco Rubio, Republicans, SC, South Carolina
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William Boetcker’s “Ten Cannots” (published in 1916):
Found this list after hearing a couple of them mentioned. What does it make you think of? (Feel free to answer in the comments below.) 1. You cannot bring about prosperity by discouraging thrift. 2. You cannot strengthen the weak … Continue reading
Posted in Economy, Government
Tagged Beotcker, cannots, Economy, Government, Marxism, socialism
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