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Category Archives: Peg’s Page
Risk and Reward
Many of us, when we hear the phrase “risk and reward” think of Wall Street. Or business in general. But in reality, “risk and reward” affect us throughout our lives. Our parents take a risk when they conceive us. They … Continue reading
Posted in Law, Libertarianism, Media, Peg's Page, Philosophy, regulation, Society
Tagged Center of the American Experiment, parenting, Phillip Howard, reward, risk, Safety, Society
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The Dinosaur, The Dodo
And now? The end of the mainstream media as we know it. Edwards, 55, now admits that he had an affair with Hunter, now 44,in 2006, but denies that he is the father of the child she had in February. … Continue reading
With This Ring
What attracted you to your spouse? Was it his devilish sense of humor? Her warmth and abilities to be a fine mother? His strength and intelligence? Her beauty and sexiness? Today, we find couples tying the knot for another reason: … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Health Care, Peg's Page
Tagged Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Bo McLain, Corey Marshall, Dena McLain, Health Care, health insurance, insurance, Kim Wetzel, marriage
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A Special “Energy”
Few of us approve of marital indiscretions. Personally, however, I hesitate to toss too many stones. Knowing what occurs in the confines of a marriage is difficult, if not impossible, to know. Some marriages are marriages of convenience, be it … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Election 2008, Peg's Page
Tagged Affair, Democrat, election, Election 2008, John Edwards, president, Rielle Hunter
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What If I Played Bridge All Week?
If you note very light blogging, it’s because I’m at a huge regional bridge tournament in Omaha this week.? When I’m not playing bridge, I’m taking photos or writing bridge columns.? When I’m not doing that, I’m working on real … Continue reading
The McCarthyism of 2008
Are you now, or have you ever been a conservative?
Posted in Domestic Politics, Election 2008, Media, Peg's Page
Tagged Hollywood, Jon Voight, McCarthyism
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Today’s GOP
Occasionally I have arguments with my liberal friends about which party was responsible for what actions throughout history. Some liberals think, for instance, that it was always the Democrats who battled for civil rights and against Jim Crow. Yet, for … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Peg's Page
Tagged Domestic Politics, earmarks, pork spending, Republican Party, Ronald Reagan
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Moving Day
As a Realtor, I often am able to congratulate folks on a move to a wonderful new home. Today, good wishes are extended to Professor Keigh Burgess-Jackson on his new abode. The Professor won’t be cooking in his new home, and he … Continue reading
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Earth’s Evolution
Do you ever find yourself holding views that are mutually exclusive? If so, do not despair. My experience is that virtually all of us do this, even if very rarely. With the thousands of issues and millions of details pertaining … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Environment, Peg's Page, science
Tagged conservation, evolution, global warming, Nancy Pelosi, Paul Krugman
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Two Americas
I am not an Ann Coulter fan. Sometimes, however, you must give the woman her due. Evidence is accumulating that John Edwards is right — there really are “two Americas.” There’s one where men cheat on their cancer-stricken wives and … Continue reading
Just Say “No”
Do you want to know why terror thrives today in the world? Please read this. VIOLENCE may be endemic to mankind, yet the community of nations nevertheless managed to outlaw poison gas and criminalize genocide. Is it beyond people’s capacity … Continue reading
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Peter Pan America
Growing up means accepting responsibility for your actions and attempting to make wise decisions as much as possible. Peter Pan rejected this; he didn’t want to grow up and lose the carefree, irresponsible days of youth. Too often, it appears … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Economics, Peg's Page
Tagged Democrats, economy, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac
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Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
Sleeping dogs or flying cockatiels? Matters not. Each of us has our particular pets that we adore. My best friend from first grade, Roxane Gilbert, shares a similar political viewpoint to my own. Yet, we recognize that we can all … Continue reading
Campaign Racism
ABC’s Jake Tapper thinks it’s primarily being leveled by Democrats. There’s a lot of racist xenophobic crap out there. But not only has McCain not peddled any of it, he’s condemned it. What I have not seen is it come … Continue reading
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Tagged Domestic Politics, Election 2008, McCain, Obama, Race, racism
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Fountain of Youth
Want to stay youthful? No magic potion, pill nor surgery will deliver it to you. But, you can follow this prescription to ward off Father Time: keep active and working! Thanks to my friend and very smart guy Mitch Perlstein … Continue reading
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And You Think the Housing Market is Tough?
Oy! Just as the economy is headed to recession, the shidduch system is in crisis mode. Or so the rabbis moan, noting the surplus of women eager to marry and the corresponding shortfall in the quality and quantity of available … Continue reading
Greg Mankiw for President
Is it really too late for him to be a candidate? Too bad. Mankiw’s platform surely would be our nation’s best. Mankiw coyly calls it “pandering.” I call it a breath of fresh air – along with refreshing rationality. No wonder … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Economics, Peg's Page
Tagged Domestic Politics, Economics
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Fascination and Frustration
When I leave for an international tournament, my friends wish me good luck – and tell me to have a lovely, relaxing vacation. Huh?! A bridge tournament is about as far as one can possibly get from relaxing! Here it … Continue reading
Free To Fail
As anyone who reads my blog knows, I love competition. Bridge is all about using your mind and creativity to best advantage – and then hoping that you can best the opponents due to it. In America, we’ve always been … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Economics, Peg's Page
Tagged Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, socialism
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Freedom of Choice
Why do so many deny parents the ability to chose a superior education for their child? The straight talk on education. “Parents ask only for schools that are safe, teachers who are competent, and diplomas that open doors of opportunity,” … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Education, Peg's Page
Tagged Education, educational choice, private schools
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And On This Topic -
John McCain gets my vote. What exactly is the problem with the American health-care system? The problem is not that Americans don’t have fine doctors, medical technology, and treatments. American medicine is the envy of the world. The problem is … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Election 2008, Health Care, Peg's Page
Tagged Domestic Politics, Election 2008, Health Care, John McCain
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Stop the Madness
Sooner rather than later. And this: Perhaps turning food into transportation fuel would make sense if massive amounts of grain spoiled every year from a lack of demand, but that certainly isn’t the case. Farmers love the higher prices that … Continue reading
Posted in Economics, energy, Environment, Peg's Page, science
Tagged biofuel, Domestic Politics, energy, ethanol
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Hear, Hear
One of my girlfriends is smart as a whip and a talented artist to boot. Cathy is also hard of hearing. While Cathy can read lips and she also has a device that allows her to converse in very small … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Law, Media, Peg's Page, regulation
Tagged deafness, minnesota, regulation
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I’m with Senator Obama
At least on this topic. Economists in general oppose a tax holiday because it would encourage consumption of gasoline at a time of soaring demand. Billionaire oilman T. Boone Pickens, a longtime Republican donor, criticized Sen. McCain’s policy in an … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Economics, Election 2008, energy, Peg's Page
Tagged gas taxes, McCain, Obama, oil, T Boone Pickens, taxes
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Get Over It!
Justice Antonin Scalia will appear on 60 Minutes this coming weekend. A preview of what he has to say is here. “I say nonsense,” Scalia responds to Stahl’s observation that people say the Supreme Court’s decision in Gore v. Bush … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Law, Peg's Page, Society
Tagged Antonin Scalia, Bush vs. Gore, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Supreme court
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Surgery on the Middle Man
We all expect to eat – but we don’t get insurance to guarantee food. We all need various sorts of transportation. But, other than some insurance to cover the value of a valuable vehicle, we don’t need insurance to make … Continue reading
Posted in Economics, Health Care, Peg's Page
Tagged Health Care, insurance, Jonathan Kellerman
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Open Minds
One of the toughest tasks to master is to keep an open mind. We work hard to discover what we ultimately believe to be the truth. After all that effort, often the last thing we wish to do is have … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Environment, Peg's Page, regulation, science
Tagged chemicals, Environment, environmentalism, Greenpeace, Patrick Moore, Rachel Carson
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Silent Tsunami
As an update to this previous post, be sure to read this from The Economist. Governments ought to liberalise markets, not intervene in them further. Food is riddled with state intervention at every turn, from subsidies to millers for cheap … Continue reading
Posted in Developmental economics, Economics, Peg's Page
Tagged agriculture, Developmental economics, Economics, Europe, free trade
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As Ye Sow
So shall ye reap.Am I the only one who finds massive government interference in agricultural markets to be insanity? And, surely our own nation’s recent love affair with ethanol is a significant contribution to world wide inflationary food costs – … Continue reading
Raise Your Hand
Are you someone who thinks that the Republican Attack Machine is far more vicious than anything Democrats could ever dream up? Please read this – and if you are still convinced, raise your hand. That is – if you have … Continue reading
Competition
Competition plays a large role in much of my life. As a tournament bridge player, competition is the name of the game. The better you do, the more you rate to win. The more you do to learn, improve your … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Education, Peg's Page
Tagged Democratic Party, Education, free trade, NAFTA, protectionism, vouchers
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Fair and Balanced
Many of my liberal friends believe that the line “Fox News; Fair and Balanced” is a joke. I happen to think it’s pretty accurate, but – who knows? Perhaps it is indeed my bias that lends me to that opinion. … Continue reading
One Life to Give
Private jets. Multiple mansions. Designer clothes and vehicles. Dazzling jewelry. Generally, these are the hallmarks of the uber-wealthy. For one man, however, something beyond the glittering materialism of this world matters. What is it? Giving. Read about a remarkable man … Continue reading
Blue Moon
How often do I agree with Paul Krugman? Not. Very. Often. But – here is that blue moon moment. Ignore the snarky dig relating to the fact that President Bush is a recovering alcoholic. Read on and see why we … Continue reading
Do Not Stay Silent
Please read this, and then pass it on and post it yourself. We cannot stay silent.
Posted in Foreign affairs, History, Peg's Page, Religion and theology
Tagged anti-semitism, France, jews
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Tragic News for Leftists
Due to free markets, capitalism and freedom in general, the world is getting wealthier. The last quarter century has witnessed remarkable progress of mankind. The world’s per capita inflation-adjusted income rose from $5400 in 1980 to $8500 in 2005.Schooling and … Continue reading
Free Speech
Americans spend billions of dollars on clothing, cosmetics, housing, automobiles, vacations, restaurant dining, and so forth. Why, then, are so many bothered if people wish to contribute financially to political speech? Of all our rights, one of the most precious … Continue reading
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Tagged Bradley Smith, First Amendment, free speech, McCain-Feingold, Steve Simpson
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Seeking Justice
Attempting to achieve absolute equity and fairness in our justice system is impossible. I could list a dozens reasons why this is so – and I doubt that many would seriously argue with me that it is so. Still, that … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Law, Peg's Page
Tagged Asa Hutchinson, cocaine, crack, JC Watts, Law
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McCain Abstained
Are you one of those who says there’s not a dime’s worth of difference between the Republican and Democrat candidates? If so – well, viva la difference. Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton helped secure more than $340 million worth of … Continue reading
Posted in Domestic Politics, Election 2008, Peg's Page
Tagged earmarks, Election 2008, Hillary Clinton, John McCain
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Time in a Bottle
When we are young, life seems to stretch out in front of us, seemingly forever. Concepts like wrinkles, aches and pains, chemotherapy, hip replacements and the like are almost unfathomable. Yet, time does not stay in a bottle. Unless we … Continue reading
The Man That Got Away
Great song, great actress, great film. Enjoy!
Posted in Around the Web, Peg's Page
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