Monthly Archives: June 2010

Is Tesla The New Delorean?

The new electric car maker Tesla went public today on the Nasdaq stock exchange. It’s stock rose 40% on the first day. They’re going to need all the help they can get. Their electric cars sell for $80,000 with a … Continue reading

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Handgun Ban Shot Down

The Supreme Court has said a complete ban on handguns is unconstitutional. This goes against many cities and communities who wanted to ban handguns to reduce violence. The problem is twofold. First, banning handguns does not reduce violent crime. Criminals … Continue reading

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World Cup Glory but FIFA Fumbles

The USA’s Wold Cup dreams came crashing down on Saturday.  A tough loss to Ghana ended their run. They had their chances and played well but a couple of defensive mistakes sealed their fate. I did not realized until afterward … Continue reading

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Open Season on Japanese Whalers (and World Cup Soccer)

Once again Japan stands alone in opposing any restriction or ban on whaling. There is no reason to hunt whales. Not for oil or meat or anything else. It’s a small group of stubborn people in a small, stubborn nation. … Continue reading

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FOMC or the World Cup

The FOMC decided today to keep interest rates steady. No big surprise given the headwinds to growth (e.g. Europe) and the lack of new jobs. We seem to be in a holding pattern waiting for the next ray of sunshine … Continue reading

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The General is Shooting His Mouth Off

It’s hard to understand why some people do what they do. Take General Stanley McChrystal, commander of coalition forces in Afghanistan. He talks to a reporter from the Rolling Stone magazine as if they’re long time confidants. Did he think … Continue reading

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Why Law Schools Lack Integrity

This practice of law schools inflating their students grades to bolster the schools reputation is a disgrace! What they’re really trying to do is justify the preposterous tuition they charge to get a degree. Those who have to depend on … Continue reading

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More World Cup Soccer

I warned you more World Cup soccer limericks were coming. Here’s a new batch based on the most recent results. Enjoy! France has had a lot of success in prior World Cup tournaments so they don’t take losing lightly… The … Continue reading

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Sue if by Land, Screwed if by Sea

It’s interesting sometimes what flies under the radar. Take this maritime law that is thrust to the fore with the Deepwater Horizon rig disaster. A 90 year old law lets BP off the hook for the people who were killed … Continue reading

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Viagra for Women, A Dream Come True

Viagra for women…woo hoo! Except for the fact that it doesn’t work very well. Seems the FDA was not bowled over by the test results. And what a test it must have been. Over and over with different size doses…was … Continue reading

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Rambo in Pakistan

Gary Faulkner from Colorado is the new Rambo! He’s out on his own searching for Osama bin Laden. There’s no question we could use the help given our lack of success over the years. Still, it’s hard to imagine one … Continue reading

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A New Export for Indonesia

Indonesia’s moving up in the world. They now have their very own celebrity sex tape scandal and, just like over here, the self-righteous moral police are hot on the trail. The only difference is their moral police are real! It’s … Continue reading

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The FIFA World Cup Tournament Begins

The FIFA World Cup tournament has begun! I was never a big soccer fan (aka Football) but the World Cup is a unique sporting event similar to the Olympics. Watching nations compete and the fans celebrate is truly special. The … Continue reading

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Best Limerick Limericks

Here are a few limericks as I wax philosophical. The old year will pass with some sorrow And the new year will most likely borrow Much of the same. It’s a calendar game, Not a start or and end but … Continue reading

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Best Apple Bashing Limericks

I love bashing Apple. There is too much zealotry around this company both inside and out. The Apple faithful just love their new toys, You can tell from their pandering noise. With devotees prodigious It’s almost religious. At least they’re … Continue reading

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