Taxation and Social Responsibility
Ah, my first contribution to the Conservative Reader. I hope my effort is worthy of this site. I hope I can remember my training from last night. I hope I don’t come off sounding like a fool, or worse yet, like a pompas ass, but then again, how would anyone...
Iowa Budget Is Trouble
I am fortunate enough to live in District 60 of the Iowa House of Representatives, represented by Libby Jacobs, whom I have tremendous respect for. And who is a Conservative Republican. Libby provides a Legislative Update (as do some other representatives) in the Des...Senate Passes Stimulus Package – House To Work Quickly On Approval
The US Senate passed a stimulus package a short while ago. From the Wall Street Journal: The Senate passed an economic rescue plan that would speed $600 to $1,200 in rebates to most taxpayers and $300 checks to low-income people, including disabled veterans and the...
Iowa: Good News and Bad News On Bottles
Good news: The Iowa General Assembly has decided that the “new” bottle bill tax proposed by Iowa Governor Chet Culver (see earlier story) is dead for 2008. As you would probably think, I’m pleased. It’s not clear if the reason for the timely...Without Fred, What’s Next?
I’ve already read a number of strong and thought provoking comments around various blogs as people have anticipated (prior to yesterday’s announcement) and reacted to Fred’s departure from the race. There is significant support for Fred’s...Stay in Touch
