Tag Archives: Budget

Why the Farm Bill Matters to Rent Seekers

The federal farm bill is in the news again and the rent seekers are making the pitch for the federal government to get big agriculture out and put sustainable rent seekers in: basically the food activists want the money the … Continue reading

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Ron Paul Ad – Conviction

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Duffy on SB 5 and Torture; Does The End Justify the Means

Host Brian Duffy commented upon the heightened atmosphere of government in this neo-Machiavellianism age, which can be seen in Ohio’s Senate Bill 5 and in the enhanced integration techniques (torture) being used by the Federal Government. The podcast.

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Podcast: Duffy on the Senate Republican’s Job Plan

Host Brian Duffy discussed the Senate Republicans latest plan titled “Jobs Plan; An outline for creating American jobs and prosperity,” which was recently unveiled by Senator Rob Portman of Ohio. The podcast. Readings and Links related to this podcast: Senate … Continue reading

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Portman Unveils the “More is Less Plan”

I took some time last evening to look over the US Senate Republican’s paper titled, “Jobs Plan; An outline for creating American jobs and prosperity,” unveiled by Senator Rob Portman, and it can be summed up as “more is less.” … Continue reading

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Before the Next Whining Begins

As Senate Bill 5 goes down in a flame, I wonder what we can expect from Buckeyes in two weeks when the Governor Kasich unveils his budget. Well I hope for one thing the citizens of Ohio take notice of … Continue reading

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SB 5: A qualified endorsement

Harold Thomas, who writes at The Ohio Republic, has some thoughts concerning Senate Bill 5, which I believe are well worth reading. Mr. Thomas is a state civil servant and a strident libertarian. Here’s the last paragraph: Bottom line: the … Continue reading

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Some Thoughts Concerning SB 5

While I agree with the intent of Senate Bill (SB) 5, I know it’s not the cure-all that will reduce the size of Ohio’s massive budget deficit; and I also question the timing of the bill. Tactically I have to … Continue reading

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