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Daily Archives: Monday, July 11, 2011
Ann Coulter is the Andy Kaufman of Politics
Andy Kaufman is remembered as a comedian, but that’s only a default label. We haven’t coined a term for what he did for a living. His most popular role was the one he hated most, playing the lovable Latka Gravas on the … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Media, Policy, Politics
Tagged Andy Kaufman, Ann Coulter, Glenn Beck, Rush Limbaugh, Tea Party
8 Comments
California Loan-Sharking: Another Underhanded Tax Hike
On Saturday, July 9th, I received my annual California vehicle registration notice for $111. I am not sure what other states charge for an annual license and registration fee, but $111 seems a bit high. It is certainly a healthy … Continue reading
Posted in Business, California, Crime, Finance and Economics, Media, Policy, Politics, Taxes
Tagged California, California DMV, Regulation, Stealth taxes, Usury
4 Comments
“Civilization” Turns Pinko Commie
“Hell is other people.” – Jean-Paul Sartre When I first saw this article on CNN, my heart almost skipped a beat. Sid Meier was bringing his classic 1991 PC game, “Civilization” to Facebook! In my opinion, ”Civilization” was one of the most addictive games … Continue reading
Posted in Business, California, Humor, International Security, Media, Policy, Politics, Technology
Tagged CNN, Communism, Facebook, Jean-Paul Sartre, Pinko, Sid Meier's "Civilization"
6 Comments

