Think your job is difficult? How’d you like to be the one in charge of balancing Nevada’s budget - filling a gap between expenses and revenues that’s expected to reach $2.5 billion over the next two years? Governor Brian Sandoval is required by law … [Read more...] about Balancing the State Budget: Hold the Line on Taxes
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Can Capitalism Be Saved? Let’s Take Back America
Socialism: a system or condition of society in which the means of production are owned and controlled by the state. Capitalism: An economic system in which the means of production and distribution are owned and controlled by private individuals … [Read more...] about Can Capitalism Be Saved? Let’s Take Back America
Healthcare Reform Proposals Endanger Your Health
President Obama’s “Healthcare Reform” proposals are enough to make any right-thinking person feel sick, for three main reasons. First and foremost, this system substitutes coercion for choice. It will take away peoples’ ability to work with … [Read more...] about Healthcare Reform Proposals Endanger Your Health
Legislators Reconsider Medical Malpractice Bill
Those of us who lived in Nevada in 2002 remember when medical malpractice insurance premiums were so high that physicians were leaving Nevada in droves. Doctors refused to move here from other states, and high-risk specialists like obstetricians … [Read more...] about Legislators Reconsider Medical Malpractice Bill
Employee Free Choice Act: Don’t let the name fool you
The union leaders and political activists behind the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) must be having a good laugh at the expense of folks who actually believe it offers free choice to employees. What’s not so funny is that this dangerous piece of … [Read more...] about Employee Free Choice Act: Don’t let the name fool you
Tough Times, Tough Choices: Governor’s Budget Deserves Support
If you suddenly discovered your household income for 2009 would be about 30 percent less than what you had budgeted to spend, what would you do? Wouldn’t you sit down with your family and look for ways to drastically cut expenses? This is the same … [Read more...] about Tough Times, Tough Choices: Governor’s Budget Deserves Support
BEWARE OF THOSE FREE TRIAL PERIODS AND SO-CALLED GUARANTEES
Don’t you just love those 30-day try-out periods or your money back deals? But, make sure to read the fine print. Many companies are charging hidden fees such as 20% for restocking, cost of shipping, insurance, etc. But the offers sound so good on … [Read more...] about BEWARE OF THOSE FREE TRIAL PERIODS AND SO-CALLED GUARANTEES
Competition is Good… A New Concept to State Government
In order to keep the doors open and make a living, the owner of a private business must constantly be on the lookout for ways to streamline operations and keep the company running at peak efficiency. He or she must investigate the practicality … [Read more...] about Competition is Good… A New Concept to State Government
Whining or Winning – The Choice is Yours
What political issues really irritate you? Are you disgusted that people with money seem to win elections instead of people with principles? What issues do you think are being ignored by the government – fiscal responsibility, … [Read more...] about Whining or Winning – The Choice is Yours
“Special Taxes” ls Your Business Next?
First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out – because I was not a socialist. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out – because I was not a trade unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out – … [Read more...] about “Special Taxes” ls Your Business Next?
Nothing Special to See Here: Nevada’s Special Legislative Session
“Whereas, Section 9 of Article V of the Constitution of the State of Nevada provides that, ‘[T]he Governor may, on extraordinary occasions, convene the Legislature by Proclamation and shall state to both houses, when organized, the business for which … [Read more...] about Nothing Special to See Here: Nevada’s Special Legislative Session
Ballot Question One “Opportunity Knocks The Third Time”
Shall the Nevada Constitution be amended to allow the investment of state money in a company, association, or corporation to assist economic development and the creation of new high-quality jobs? Yes x Anyone who has taken … [Read more...] about Ballot Question One “Opportunity Knocks The Third Time”
NEA STOOPS TO SNAKE OIL SALESMAN TACTICS
I recently returned home to Nevada from a trip to Kansas City. It was one of those trips where you pass your family in the airport, they were arriving at KC to begin a vacation while I was returning home to work. Upon arriving home, I was welcomed by … [Read more...] about NEA STOOPS TO SNAKE OIL SALESMAN TACTICS
FREEDOM IS NEVER FREE
Backyard picnics, family get-togethers and fireworks are all part of the Fourth of July celebration across America. It’s a time when our nation’s workers pause to honor those that paid the ultimate sacrifice so that we could live … [Read more...] about FREEDOM IS NEVER FREE
Technology The Good…The Bad and the E-ugly
Here’s the good news. Nevada may not be the Silicon Valley, but our state is getting its share of new information technology (IT) companies. States across the nation are in fierce competition for what has become the “golden” industry. … [Read more...] about Technology The Good…The Bad and the E-ugly
Loss of Common Sense: A State Controlled with Rights Infringed
Nicknamed “Battle Born”, we Nevadans are an independent bunch and have a history of wanting to run our own lives. We don’t want government control, nor do we need it. Nevertheless, I’ve noticed a disturbing trend recently with more and more … [Read more...] about Loss of Common Sense: A State Controlled with Rights Infringed
HOMOSEXUALS – FAIR OR PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT?
Chalk up yet another victory for gay rights. The passage of AB 311 creates special rights for homosexuals in employment. The Nevada bill makes homosexuality equal in the law to minorities, which have no control over their color or gender. The only … [Read more...] about HOMOSEXUALS – FAIR OR PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT?