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Who Will Be Left When Obama Comes for Us?

Posted by William A. Jacobson on October 26, 2008 0 Comments

Barack Obama has vilified a small minority to whip up popular anger. Obama has turned that anger into political support. While Obama portrays himself as a new style of politician, the mistreatment of a small minority to gain popular support is one of the oldest...

“Joe The Plumber” and Obama’s Zero-Sum Game

Posted by William A. Jacobson on October 16, 2008 1 Comment

Joe the Plumber made it to prime time in last night's debate. In fact, just about the only thing anyone will remember about the debate is the name Joe the Plumber.Joe the Plumber first became known when he confronted Barack Obama during a campaign stop,...

Will 401(k)’s Disappear in the Interest of “Fairness”?

Posted by William A. Jacobson on October 15, 2008 0 Comments

From Investment News: House Democrats contemplate abolishing 401(k) tax breaks Powerful House Democrats are eyeing proposals to overhaul the nation's $3 trillion 401(k) system, including the elimination of most of the $80 billion in annual tax breaks that 401(k) investors receive. House Education and Labor Committee Chairman...