Why Pay Taxes?

Let’s face it.  None of us jump for joy when we see how much of our paycheck is being taken out for federal taxes, state taxes, social security, and medicare, not to mention, most people pay a monthly amount for health care (even though there is a $1,000 deductible).  Then if we’re are lucky or [...]

A Response to President’s Obama’s Speech

Obama said last night in his speech to the nation that, “we must always measure our interests against the need for action.” I don’t want to be critical of our president, yet some initial thoughts to President Obama’s speech.  I am certainly not in any position of power and don’t want to even pretend that I [...]