Economy

Experts Use Economy to Predict Next President

We have said over and over again just how important the issue of the economy was going to be in the Presidential election. More important than the war, more important than immigration. And the latest surveys are proving this to be right on target. As... (more...)

Posted on Aug 3 2008 | 0 comments | Written by irishr

The US is Full of Wind

It seems like governments, both large and small are starting to take the jump into alternative energy sources. First there was the small town of Rock Port, Missouri and now Dallas Texas that are taking advantage of the wind. (more…) Popularity:... (more...)

Posted on Jul 19 2008 | 2 comments | Written by irishr

Iran Threatens Unlimited Oil Prices

This enforces the fact that we must become free from the need for oil. Iran has stated that there will be unlimited oil prices in our future if there is an attack against Iran and I suppose that means by any country. (more…) Popularity: 18% [?] Read More →

Posted on Jul 11 2008 | 2 comments | Written by irishr

Oil Prices Down, but Will They Stay That Way?

Oil has taken a big turn around, but lets not celebrate yet. The price of oil has come down a whopping $10.00 a barrel over the past 10 days, $6.00 on Tuesday July 8th. (more…) Popularity: 17% [?] Read More →

Posted on Jul 8 2008 | 0 comments | Written by irishr

Six Months into the Year and the Oil Crisis is Getting Worse

With the year now half over, it is time to look back at what we have been through these past six months. The year started off with the economy the top concern of the voters and it remains so today, due mostly to the crisis in the oil market . (more…) Popularity:... (more...)

Posted on Jun 28 2008 | 0 comments | Written by irishr

Bush and McCain Agree on Off Shore Drilling

The administration finally came up with a solution to the high gas prices. Open more areas to offshore drilling. Sounds simple doesn’t it? The question being raised by the Democratic Congress is “ Why open more of our shoreline to offshore drilling,... (more...)

Posted on Jun 18 2008 | 2 comments | Written by irishr

House Extends Unemployment Benefits

The House of Representatives has passed a bill that will give those receiving unemployment benefits an extra 13 weeks of payments. The bill was passed by a wide enough margin to make sure that they will be able to override the Presidents veto, which... (more...)

Posted on Jun 16 2008 | 0 comments | Written by irishr

Foreign Investors Grabbing up New York Real Estate, Should it be Allowed?

It was not so long ago when a decision to let a company from Dubai operate the ports of entry to the United States raised such objections that the deal was canceled. Now Dobai and other Muslim countries as well as Europeans are looking to buy some of... (more...)

Posted on Jun 16 2008 | 0 comments | Written by irishr

Obama vs. McCain: battle over the economy

Now that the Democrats have finally decided who their standard bearer is, they have jumped head first into the swamp and are slinging mud left and right at John McCain over his stances on the economy and proposed economic and tax plans. (more…) Popularity:... (more...)

Posted on Jun 11 2008 | 0 comments | Written by Shaun Pickford

Economy Report: Recession? Not so Fast…

There have been mixed reports in recent news on the topic of whether we are in a recession or not. With constantly rising oil prices, seemingly dwindling paychecks and the cost of just about everything on the rise, most feel we are in a recession. However,... (more...)

Posted on May 30 2008 | 0 comments | Written by Shaun Pickford

Just How Personal are Your Fingerprints?

The Senate Banking Committee has passed The Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008 and it will be sent on to the full Senate, but it is already raising a storm of controversy over one of its provisions that some are saying is one of the... (more...)

Posted on May 27 2008 | 0 comments | Written by irishr

Congress Passes Oil Bill- Would take Action Against OPEC

The House of Representatives passed a bill yesterday that could make the oil crisis more interesting. The news has not been encouraging with the price of oil futures rising to $130 a barrel. (more…) Popularity: 18% [?] Read More →

Posted on May 21 2008 | 2 comments | Written by irishr

Congress Acts to Change Money and Save Millions Each Year

If Congress has their way, and according to the Constitution they should, the United States will soon have new coins in circulation. The Constitution gives Congress the sole power to “coin money, regulate the value thereof, and of foreign coin, and... (more...)

Posted on May 10 2008 | 0 comments | Written by irishr

Price of Oil Tops $124.00 a Barrel

With the way the price of gas is going and the way the American people are viewing the gas crisis, the lack of action from Washington on a long lasting remedy cannot go on. The Presidential candidates have their plans for short term help, but they are... (more...)

Posted on May 9 2008 | 0 comments | Written by irishr

In the Midst of Food Crisis Haiti Nominates Prime Minister

Ericq Pierre was nominated by Haitian President Rene Preval on Sunday and will soon be evaluated by the Haitian Parliament and in all likelihood will be approved to be the next Prime Minister of Haiti. Early reports on the selection indicate that Pierre... (more...)

Posted on May 2 2008 | 0 comments | Written by Shaun Booth
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