Category Archives: Viewpoint

Editorials, commentary and education by a number of known and not-so-well-known writers.

How the Economy Changed: There’s No Bargains Left Anywhere!

The economy has changed in many ways, and it’s difficult to track the glacial movements over decades. One change that few seem to recognize or discuss is the disappearance of bargains: cheap rent, cheap meals at hole-in-the-wall restaurants, cheap transport, … Continue reading

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“He ain’t never done nothin’ but get shot in Dallas. . .”

When the first shot rang out at Dealey Plaza on November 22, 1963, most bystanders didn’t even realize that it was the sound of gunfire. But Texas Governor John Connally was an avid hunter. He recognized the sound, sensed danger, … Continue reading

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Smith: The American Economy’s Final Hard Fall

As I look at the incredible numbers we see in our nation’s budget, it becomes readily apparent that this is a shipwreck looking for a reef to hit and unsustainable as all hell. It has to be in their plans … Continue reading

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Too many folks no longer Ain’t Gotta Dollar!



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IRS Should Rebuild Trust, NOT Expand Responsibilities

When Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), it allocated $80 billion to modernize the IRS after the agency had been historically underfunded by Republicans for decades. These funds will help the IRS target billionaires and large corporations that avoid … Continue reading

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Bank Runs and Flight to Safety

The Banks must be restrained, and the financial system reformed, with balance restored to the economy, before there can be any sustainable recovery. “Gold is unique among assets, in that it is not issued by any government or central bank, … Continue reading

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REDUX: Turk – Saving REAL Money

June 11, 2013 ~ Up until the late 1960s, it was considered prudent for everyone to have some savings. By forgoing consumption, savings gave the ability to consume more at a later date through the accumulation of interest income. This … Continue reading

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People get ready…

…there’s a CHANGE a’ comin’ Don’t need no baggage – ya’ just get on board – and it is FINALLY happenin’! For the past year and a half, Kettle Moraine Ltd. has been suffering under the worst web-site and Domain … Continue reading

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Gold: The only answer is that there is no answer

Is Gold in a bubble? This is the one question that has been discussed in every financial website since quite a while now. Commentators have taken opposing views, calling tops or prognosticating further upside for the yellow metal. But who … Continue reading

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Dickens: The “Grey Haired Brigade

The typical U.S. household headed by a person aged 65 or older has a net worth 47 times greater than a household headed by someone under 35, according to an analysis of census data released Monday. They like to refer … Continue reading

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