President Obama and and his wife deserve to be able to get a away and do things they enjoy such as; dining out and going to a show on Broadway. They deserve it just as much as any other couple deserves to go out do the things they enjoy together.
Unfortunately the position he holds as leader of the free world warrants a huge contingent of people to follow along, he can't move easily without large staff and security, which is a downside for him, but one that should not restrict his movement.
Regardless of whether or not someone agrees with his policies, he is our President, he deserves and needs to be protected, which should not stop him from doing the things that he and his wife enjoy.
Don't be petty and begrudge him some free time away from the job.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
You Asked - Open Thread
Several commenters here have asked for an open thread, so here it is. Anything flies, but as the Mayor says - "within the bounds of good taste."
Talk; state, local or national politics, talk POTUS or SCOTUS, address or ask questions of Dan Francis or Hermit Thrush, even talk about how ugly the parking garage sitting so close to Washington St looks at SMC.
It is all yours, have at it today!
Talk; state, local or national politics, talk POTUS or SCOTUS, address or ask questions of Dan Francis or Hermit Thrush, even talk about how ugly the parking garage sitting so close to Washington St looks at SMC.
It is all yours, have at it today!
Friday, May 29, 2009
Curtain Call For June O'Neill ?
The rumors are flying around the capital again that June O'Neill is set to get the heave ho from the chairmanship of the State Democratic party. Governor David Paterson is trying to desperately bolster his chances to change his status from accidental to elected Governor.
Hold These Thoughts Chuck!
You hold the cards this time Chuck, hold these thoughts and question Obama's nominee thoroughly and thoughtfully, remember she will become a judge for all people, not just the liberals.
Interesting note, Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor's brother, Dr. Juan Sotomayor, is a physician in North Syracuse, whose practice doesn't accept Medicaid or Medicare - programs for the poor and elderly - according to its Web site.
Interesting note, Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor's brother, Dr. Juan Sotomayor, is a physician in North Syracuse, whose practice doesn't accept Medicaid or Medicare - programs for the poor and elderly - according to its Web site.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
AJR Was For It, Before She Was Against It
Is she having second thoughts? Did she not pay attention to the budget bills? Or are her votes on this notorious budget catching up with her?
Whatever the situation is Addie Jenne Russell voted for the floor tax during the budget votes, now in some sort of herculean move she is circulating a petition opposing the measure.
Russell has created a website petition to gain support to repeal a tax that she voted to enact, the so-called floor tax (a form of double taxation if there ever was one) required wine and beer sellers to pay a higher levy on product already in stock and already taxed at the earlier and lower rate.
Now Addie is feeling the heat from store owners and is trying to look like a savior. But there's no chance her proposal will pass. So what is she trying to pull? Perhaps the wool over voters' eyes.
BTW-- Darrel voted for it too, and isn't even pretending to have second thoughts.
This is lame Addie, really!
See: Gouverneur Times
Whatever the situation is Addie Jenne Russell voted for the floor tax during the budget votes, now in some sort of herculean move she is circulating a petition opposing the measure.
Russell has created a website petition to gain support to repeal a tax that she voted to enact, the so-called floor tax (a form of double taxation if there ever was one) required wine and beer sellers to pay a higher levy on product already in stock and already taxed at the earlier and lower rate.
The double tax drove retailers nuts, both because it was an
administrative nightmare, and because it's blatantly unfair! And its driving
sales down!
Now Addie is feeling the heat from store owners and is trying to look like a savior. But there's no chance her proposal will pass. So what is she trying to pull? Perhaps the wool over voters' eyes.
BTW-- Darrel voted for it too, and isn't even pretending to have second thoughts.
This is lame Addie, really!
See: Gouverneur Times
NOM Speaks
National Organization for Marriage is talking back! They will introduce their own ad campaign to fight against the SSM issue.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Deadlocked
While New Yorker's are split on the issue of legalizing same sex marriage according the latest Siena Poll, advocates are filling the airwaves by dumping hundreds of thousands into an ad campaign to sway people's opinion.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Last To Leave...
...New York turn the lights out.
For those who dismissed Mr. Golisano move as just raising the political rhetoric here is another fine example of exodus caused by New York Democrats tax and spend policies.
And this business owned by a family of 3 is courting 21 employees with them to Florida.
Three-quarters of small-business owners pay taxes through filings as S-corporations or limited liability partnerships. That means company profits are taxed as part of their personal income. But the Bells say the money reported as income doesn’t go to their bank accounts. A large part goes to federal and state taxes, and then about 40 percent is driven back into the company to hire more people and buy equipment and expand.
So of the five family members involved in the business, the state tax rate for two will rise to 8.97 percent from 6.85 percent because their S-corporation filing lists their incomes at more than $500,000, and three others will pay more because their incomes exceed $200,000.
“So there will be less to invest in the business,” Aaron Bell said.
Read the Buffalo News Story: Heavier tax load drives company from state
For those who dismissed Mr. Golisano move as just raising the political rhetoric here is another fine example of exodus caused by New York Democrats tax and spend policies.
And this business owned by a family of 3 is courting 21 employees with them to Florida.
Three-quarters of small-business owners pay taxes through filings as S-corporations or limited liability partnerships. That means company profits are taxed as part of their personal income. But the Bells say the money reported as income doesn’t go to their bank accounts. A large part goes to federal and state taxes, and then about 40 percent is driven back into the company to hire more people and buy equipment and expand.
So of the five family members involved in the business, the state tax rate for two will rise to 8.97 percent from 6.85 percent because their S-corporation filing lists their incomes at more than $500,000, and three others will pay more because their incomes exceed $200,000.
“So there will be less to invest in the business,” Aaron Bell said.
Read the Buffalo News Story: Heavier tax load drives company from state
Monday, May 25, 2009
Councilman Clough - In or Out?
The Jefferson County Legislature is up for election this year along with 2 of the 4 Watertown City Council seats. The are seats currently held by Jeff Smith and Peter Clough and neither have announced their intentions, nor has anyone else expressed interest in the seats.
Speculation is that Clough may not seek reelection and that speculation was fueled when a loyal attendee of the Council meetings reported that Councilman Clough's house is for sale!
If Smith runs and just has not announced yet and Clough does not seek another term, there is an empty seat and no one interested.
No one interested in the non partisan council seats and the two local parties have a difficult time finding people to run for local offices.
These races are just another example of bowling alone.
Speculation is that Clough may not seek reelection and that speculation was fueled when a loyal attendee of the Council meetings reported that Councilman Clough's house is for sale!
If Smith runs and just has not announced yet and Clough does not seek another term, there is an empty seat and no one interested.
No one interested in the non partisan council seats and the two local parties have a difficult time finding people to run for local offices.
These races are just another example of bowling alone.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
They Sacrificed Their Tomorrows
The 30th day of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing
with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in
defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies
now lie in almost every city, village, and hamlet church-yard in the
land. In this observance no form of ceremony is prescribed, but posts
and comrades will in their own way arrange such fitting services and
testimonials of respect as circumstances may permit.
If other eyes grow dull, other hands slack, and other hearts cold in the solemn trust, ours shall keep it well as long as the light and warmth of life remain to us.
Let us, then, at the time appointed gather around their sacred remains and garland the passionless mounds above them with the choicest flowers of spring-time; let us raise above them the dear old flag they saved from his honor; let us in this solemn presence renew our pledges to aid and assist those whom they have left among us a sacred charge upon a nation's gratitude, the soldier's and sailor's widow and orphan.
Memorial (Decoration) Day created by the Grand Orders No. 11, Washington, D.C., May 5 1868
If other eyes grow dull, other hands slack, and other hearts cold in the solemn trust, ours shall keep it well as long as the light and warmth of life remain to us.
Let us, then, at the time appointed gather around their sacred remains and garland the passionless mounds above them with the choicest flowers of spring-time; let us raise above them the dear old flag they saved from his honor; let us in this solemn presence renew our pledges to aid and assist those whom they have left among us a sacred charge upon a nation's gratitude, the soldier's and sailor's widow and orphan.
Memorial (Decoration) Day created by the Grand Orders No. 11, Washington, D.C., May 5 1868
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