Is There Hope

Republicans are promising to work to repeal the healthcare bill. It will be a long uphill battle to get it accomplished as they are facing a Democratic Senate, but at least they are keeping their campaign promises. Then Obama says that the recently elected Republicans "are going to play to their base for a certain period of time."
He further stated that they will soon realize their responsiblity is to govern and most importantly, uphold the Constitution. I'm sorry, their responsibility is to fulfill the wishes of the American people who elected them. The same thing he was supposed to do when he was elected. It's fairly obvious that I am not a big fan of Obama, but he is the President. What I am frustrated with is that he is the most obvious liberal and anti-capitalist in government. What is so wrong with a little competition? Our country was built by entrepeneurs and small businesses. They competed with each other and drove down the cost of goods and services. A national healthcare plan is not good for competition and will ultimately lead to higher costs, less availability, more beaurocracy, and bigger government. Wait a minute, I forgot, that's what the liberals want.

Insanity

Ok, so it has been awhile since I have written anything, but it is so hard to keep all the insanity straight. First of all, congratulations to America for having a voice in November. It is about time the American people spoke up about how tired we are of the "change" that is going on. Government healthcare, increasing debt, corruption in the administration, higher unemployment, etc. It is high time that our government get out of the habit of not listening to what the American people want. If I am right, this is the greatest nation on the face of the Earth. Why are we allowing this country to go down the path toward the European model. Greece has had financial crisis, Ireland is bankrupt, and Spain is on the horizon. So why are we so damned determined to go down the same road. I don't get it. Thomas Paine recognized the importance of the American experiment in 1776. He stated in Common Sense, "The cause of America is in a great measure the cause of all mankind". Our founding fathers (and mothers) knew that this nation was an experiment in building a Republic that had not been seen before. They knew that it's fate would greatly impact the world. And here we stand on the brink of changing our Republic into something that has, as history has already demonstrated, failed. And not just once but over and over and over again. Why? What is the reasoning to mess with something that is not broke. I know what is the end game, but our leaders will not tell you the truth. They, along with many around the world, want a one world government where economically and politically we are all equal. But why in the world would be want to join in on a team that is and has failed, or at the very least, struggled. Look, I am not saying that American's are a superior race or even better human beings. All I am saying is that I am a man that is proud of my nation and the impact it has had on the freedoms of our own people and those who have struggled to achieve what Americans have. The freedom of religion, speech, assembly, to own property, to start a business, to have a family, etc. In essence, the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Does anyone remember that?

Can't believe I heard this today

So today was one of the most frustrating days for me. Not as an individual, but as an American. I am in a position of management and I needed to hire someone to fill an open position. Over the last two weeks I have interviewed no less than seven applicants and received the following "excuses": 1) Not happy with the amount of hours offered. For someone who isn't working aren't some hours better than none? 2) Want to make more money. If you are not making any money, wouldn't something be an improvement? 3) Don't want to work the shifts offered. Are we really that picky? I mean it is a job? 4) Not enough benefits. OK, this one I can somewhat understand, but isn't something better than nothing? 5) I would rather collect unemployment until it runs out. WHAT!!! Did I hear that right. Someone would rather pass up a job now and wait until their "free" money runs out and then take a job. This excuse was used by two of the applicants. Yes, two. I am absolutely flabbergasted that these words came out of the mouth of an American, or am I? It seems that we have become a country of people looking for a handout. People who would rather milk the government, a government that is MASSIVELY in debt, than earn an honest living. And the idea of free money. Let's just examine the concept of "free" money. Employers pay unemployment insurance through a payroll tax. It usually amounts to approx. .05% of payroll. Now let's delve a little further. If this is never applied for, the employer pays the same .05% and it goes into a state pool. The problem is this, if an employee files for unemployment and is granted the benefit, the employers taxes go up. That means the cost of doing business goes up. Now before we get to excited about sticking it to big business, it is important to note a few facts. Small business accounts for 50% of the jobs in America and 60% to 80% of all new jobs. So the small business, the mom and pop shops, are the ones being taxed to death for the benefit of those who do not want to work. That means less jobs, less money available for raises, and the potential that some small businesses can't afford to stay in business. Now let me be clear, I am not chastising those who are truly looking for work and can't find it. I am talking about those who are applying for jobs in their chosen field but are declining work for the time being until their "free" money runs out. I sincerely hope that there is enough "free" money for all the small business owners that are squeezed out of business by taxes that are drowning them in a pool of bureaucracy.