Tag Archives: ethanol

Stop the Madness

Posted on April 25, 2008 by Peg

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 →

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Blue Moon

Posted on February 25, 2008 by Peg

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 →

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McCain in Indy

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Keith_Indy

John McCain is speaking in Indianapolis today. Some high lites * Doesn’t think subsidies are needed for ethanol * Speech was heavy on National Defense * Wants free and fair elections in Cuba, will not provide aid or assistance until … Continue reading →

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The Unintended Consequences of Govt Intervention

Posted on January 29, 2008 by ChrisB

Tyson Foods suffers 40% decline in profits and will now raise food prices. That’s a huge decline, huge! All because people kept clamoring for the federal government to “do something” about the rising cost of oil. This is why I … Continue reading →

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Rain for the Ruins

Posted on January 12, 2008 by Lee

(photo: Michael Deeble) With heavy rains flooding Southern Africa and displacing thousands, surely saving graces must be found in parched and dying Swaziland, a country long thirsting for a drop of rain. But somewhat typically, that oppressed country’s autocrat King … Continue reading →

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