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Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan. . .
1983 "Cut back Social Security in desperation, and you abandon a solemn promise of the Democratic Party and of American society. This promise once broken, will fracture society." 1989, "There is an issue of integrity here. Thou Shalt Not Purloin Pension Funds. . . These are Trust Funds. They are NOT to be spent for purposes other than for which they are deposited - and held in trust." Conservatives don't want to fix Social Security, they want to destroy it. President Bush's plan would require cutting guaranteed benefits for some recipients by more than 40%. Did you know that Cuba is one of 41 countries that have better infant mortality rates than the United States?Did you know President Bush wants to cut health coverage to the poor [Medicaid] by $60 billion? Charles Dickens once wrote; "Is not Mankind our business?"
This just in. . .
President Bush wants $85 billion to fight Iraq, Afghanistan and AARP. [:-{
New book. . .
"The Truth About the Drug Companies." By, Marcia Angell, MD. How they deceive us and what to do about it. Great read.
'USA Next'. . .
Is a conservative lobbying organization. The national chairman is, Art Linkletter. [ Yes,that Art Linkletter] They have decided to launch a $10 million campaign against AARP for opposing Bush's Social Security plan. Their commercials will say that AARP is a liberal organization and out of touch with American values. Don't conservatives say the darndest things?
My friend Sad Sam. . .
You wanna talk no social life? My goldfish goes out more than I do. [:-o)
Former judge, Andrew P. Napolitano. . .
"The conviction of Lynne F. Stewart for providing material aid to terrorism and for lying to the government is another perverse victory in the Justice Department's assault on the Constitution." And then they came for me. www.LynneStewart.org
This just in. . .
Defrocked priest is convicted of sexual abuse. Sentenced to 6 months community service at the local Boys Club. [:-o)
Why does America progress to regress? . .
According to political analyst, Bob Spinelli, this is due to the large number of politically challenged citizens in the United States. So, the next time you meet politically challenged folks, take them on a field trip to the neighborhood public library and hope for the best. [:-)
This just in. . .
According to economist, Bob Spinelli, the number one reason for bankruptcies in America is now; eating lettuce and tomatoes and drinking milk on a regular basis. [:-o)
Say What? . .
Professor Bob Spinelli tells us online government job forms say ; "Your Social Security number is not required by law. However without it, we cannot process this application." [:-0
No truth to the rumor. . .
that actress Kirstie Alley has been named, "Miss Dunkin' Donuts", 2005 - 06 - 07. {:-o)
This just in. . .
Johnny Carson's last words ; "May the Angel of Death always suffer from severe jock itch."
My friend Sad Sam. . .
"Life is like the wind, it comes and goes."
Bummer. . .
Workers not allowed to have a Union @ Wal-Mart stores. How sad is that? [:-{
God only knows. . .
Why many people refuse to believe that the world is less than 10,000 years old and that the planet is flat and that the earth is the center of the universe. According to the religious right, these people just refuse to evolve. [:-o)
This just in. . .
140 nations ratified the Kyoto Treaty, imposing limits on emissions of carbon dioxide. President Bush refused to sign the agreement. Once upon a time in America, it was a good idea to drink water and to go outside and get some fresh air, but that was once upon a time. [:-{
Say What? . .
President Bush; "The notion that the United States is getting ready to attack Iran is simply ridiculous.And having said that,all options are on the table." [:-{
This just in. . .
This morning 6 bodies were discovered in a Manhattan restaurant. All the victims died of salmonella. Police suspect fowl play. [:-0
My friend Sad Sam. . .
"We were poor. We ate; chili sans carne." [:-)
'Roids. . .
If it is wrong to dope-up a race horse, then it is also wrong to dope-up an athlete. Doping-up is cheating and dangerous to your health.Doing our best, not being the best, is what matters most. [:-)
Makeover for Bugs Bunny? . .
Holy carrots! This news has me hopping mad.
Johnny Weissmuller [ Tarzan ]. . .
Giving advice to acting students; "Don't let go of the vine." {:-o)
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