Let’s talk Senate and House rules. The US Senate is comprised of 100 members. To do business, a quorum of 51 Senators have to be present (50% + 1). To pass a vote, the same 50% +1 YAYS are needed from those present, thus with the minimum quorum of 51 members, 26 votes are neededContinue reading “Governance by Absenteeism”
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A Tax is a Tax is a Tax
Dick and Jane are hard-working American taxpayers, a married couple filing jointly and making $100,000.00, that think they’re in the 8% tax bracket… based on their 1040 and their adjusted gross income. Income Tax rate: 8.0 But…the Social Security Tax rate is 6.2% and Employer SS contribution is 6.2%. The Medicare Tax Rate is 1.45%Continue reading “A Tax is a Tax is a Tax”
Lawfare – What is it Good For? Absolutely Nothing!
I have this sneaking suspicion that none of what I see and hear going on around me is real. It’s kind of like living in a simulation except this is more bizarre, like a cross between a “Dick Tracey” and a “Li’l Abner” comic strip. The latest fear pervading the liberal mindset is that ifContinue reading “Lawfare – What is it Good For? Absolutely Nothing!”
No One is Above the Law & other ridiculous things we’re asked to believe
Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer, nor am I the son of a lawyer. I do believe, however, that I could play a good lawyer in a TV show. That established, what you are about to read is strictly the opinion of one who might possibly have unwisely left his eyes open for too long.Continue reading “No One is Above the Law & other ridiculous things we’re asked to believe”
Change My Mind! 