I just happened across and interesting graph in the New York Times, showing what, according to a non-partisan research organization called the Commonwealth Fund, we as a nation would have saved had we implemented the healthcare reforms proposed by Nixon, Carter and Clinton. I suspect it won’t change the debate much, as people seem to […]
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The economic tape worm that is the U.S. healthcare industry
Posted in Economics, Health, History, Politics Also tagged Berkshire Hathaway, Bill Clinton, Carter, Commonwealth Fund, economic tape worm, GDP, Gross Domestic Product, health insurance, healthcare, healthcare reform, Nixon, Warren Buffet 47 Comments
John Stewart shakes the limp, lifeless body of Jim Cramer in his foamy jaws of death
The Daily Show With Jon StewartM – Th 11p / 10c Jim Cramer Pt. 2 Daily Show Full EpisodesImportant Things w/ Demetri Martin Political HumorJim Cramer This is why TV exists. All other so-called news programs should be ashamed of themselves. It’s a sad commentary on America that our best reporting is done by a […]
Posted in Economics, Media, Politics Also tagged Daily Show, Jim Cramer, John Stewart, Mad Money Comments closed
March 18 meeting set to discuss Local Rail Service
According to this notice that I just received from our City Planner, things seem to be moving forward on the local rail front. An open house has been set for March 18 (4:00 – 7:00), during which members of the Ypsi community will be asked for their input on the much anticipated local stop on […]
Posted in Economics, Michigan, Rail, Ypsilanti Also tagged Ann Arbor - Detroit rail, Daily Show, John Stewart, SEMCOG, train, Wall Street, Ypsilanti Freighthouse, Ypsilanti train depot 8 Comments