America has been having its lunch eaten by China and Europe because of the government’s refusal to adequately subsidize our industries. The Chinese state subsidizes virtually every commercial venture that it does not directly own, including its banks. The state (Communist Party) can then direct the banks to lend money to start-ups or industries that it wants to expand, hoping … [Read more...] about Government Subsidies, Good or Bad
Merry Christmas
This has now become a classic: The United States Air Force Band: Holiday Flash Mob at the National Air and Space Museum. Enjoy and Merry Christmas to all … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas 2 all of U!
The Moderate Voice and all of its writers would like to wish you and yours the merriest Merriest Christmas. … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas 2 all of U!
QUISLING
"All is for the best in the best of all possible worlds". Professor Pangloss in Candide - Voltaire Donald Trump and his regime have been scrutinized from every possible angle imaginable – as the apotheosis of Reaganism, to the hopes that Trump will become more presidential. We are routinely treated to the smirky Bill Kristol and a befuddled George Will earnestly clutching … [Read more...] about QUISLING
‘Cats’ Escapes Any Logical Explanation
This movie shouldn't exist. It's bad. Whoever initially came up with the idea to make this movie should be embarrassed and so should everybody who had the chance to stop it from being made, but did nothing. Cats, the infamous Broadway musical that now stands as one of the longest-running shows, has no real plot. It is a series of introductions and dance numbers as the cats, … [Read more...] about ‘Cats’ Escapes Any Logical Explanation
Some Holiday Thoughts
Although I am technically in my "no politics at Christmas moratorium" I'm going to take a brief break to offer the following Over the next couple weeks we will all be gathering with family, friends, etc and for many the urge to discuss politics will come up. Before you do ask the following questions. 1. Does the other person already know your politics ? 2. Do you … [Read more...] about Some Holiday Thoughts
Teenage Yoda
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Its a Wonderful Lie (Cartoon)
The Nineteenth Christmas…
As with every Christmas, our thoughts go to our service men and women who are spending the holidays on foreign soil -- in 150 countries -- especially to those still in harm’s way. They will be spending the holidays as millions of their comrades have done ever since our country was founded: far away from home, far away from their loved ones, keeping us safe and … [Read more...] about The Nineteenth Christmas…
Not So Fast On That New Capital City, Burundi
Good news! Burundi's capital is being moved for the good of the people! Actually no: the dictatorship is moving and building a new administrative city as a mega-theft. To catch you up: Burundi is a Massachusetts sized agricultural nation perched high in the central African mountains abutting Tanzania and Congo, Burundi has a sad history made sadder by generations of … [Read more...] about Not So Fast On That New Capital City, Burundi
An older Brenda Lee Sings “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” (Video)
The one and only Brenda Lee in a more recent performance of her 1950s hit (she sounds the same). Why not take her advice? This was video-ed in 1994. THIS is showmanship. NOTE: Turn your volume up real loud to hear this video (low audio): … [Read more...] about An older Brenda Lee Sings “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” (Video)
A Note to Santa (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
OF RELATED INTEREST: --Ukraine aid blocked soon after Trump’s phone call with Zelenskiy, emails show Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up his outlook on his life and work which are inexorably entwined. … [Read more...] about A Note to Santa (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
How Donald Trump Could Become the Greatest Statesman in the History of the United States and Possibly of the World.
by Robert Coutinho Imagine, if you will, if President Trump were to call the news cameras into the fireplace lounge in the White House. He would be sitting down, facing the nation, with a fire burning in the fireplace, calmly ready to speak to all of us. He would be saying things either as an epiphany or as a pre-planned situation of four and a half years, I will use the … [Read more...] about How Donald Trump Could Become the Greatest Statesman in the History of the United States and Possibly of the World.
Impeachment comes to the Senate – 5 questions answered
Kentucky Republican Mitch McConnell, the senate majority leader, has a lot of power. AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley Sarah Burns, Rochester Institute of Technology Editor’s Note: The House of Representatives has impeached President Donald Trump. Attention now turns to the Senate. Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, is known as a master … [Read more...] about Impeachment comes to the Senate – 5 questions answered
NIGHTMARE (Cartoon)
’30 for 30 Shorts: Subject to Review’ Highlights the Impact of Technology on Tennis
30 for 30 Shorts: Subject to Review airs December 22nd, 2019 on ESPN at 3PM ET. Slow-motion. Instant replay. Photographic review. In sports today, these are all standard terms that allow players, fans, and referees to make up their minds and to make the right call. This happens with any sport, but it's especially crucial for the ones that are fast-paced or involving a small … [Read more...] about ’30 for 30 Shorts: Subject to Review’ Highlights the Impact of Technology on Tennis
PUTIN PUPPET HISTORY (Cartoon, Column and Video)
Republicans, including Donald Trump, claimed history won’t be kind to Democrats for the way they’ve treated Trump. In case you haven’t noticed, Republicans suck at history. Hell, they suck with their own history. Here’s what we know: Vladimir Putin and Russia helped Donald Trump win the election. Russia meddled. Donald Trump knew Russia was helping him. His campaign even … [Read more...] about PUTIN PUPPET HISTORY (Cartoon, Column and Video)
Elvis Presley: Blue Christmas (Video 1968 NBC “Comeback” Special)
Many people have sung this song over the years. It is not "nostalgia" when I say that Elvis Presley sang it best. to wit: … [Read more...] about Elvis Presley: Blue Christmas (Video 1968 NBC “Comeback” Special)
Beating The Drum For A War On Disney Adults
The media has recently become awash with stories about an angry mom who was not very happy during her recent trip to “the happiest place on earth.” She went on a Facebook rant, calling for childless adults to be banned from entering Walt Disney World (WDW). She insists WDW is a “family with kids-only” venue. A New York Post article by Johnny Oleksinski sides with her. What is … [Read more...] about Beating The Drum For A War On Disney Adults
Can needed chemicals be made without crude oil?
Science magazine is a publication of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Through the magazine, the AAAS asks an important question: Can the world make the chemicals it needs without oil? Here is the beginning of the AAAS report with that question as its title: "Black, gooey, greasy oil is the starting material for more than just transportation … [Read more...] about Can needed chemicals be made without crude oil?