politics
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Update 01/25/2026
Oh, how awful for them: Some of California’s richest residents are threatening to leave the state. Why? In protest of a proposed wealth tax. Anger at the proposal, a one-time 5% tax on the assets of residents worth more than $1 billion, has been simmering among the elite set. I’ve said it before, that the Continue reading
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Update 01/18/2026
From Robert Reich: Its (ICE) recruitment is targeting gun and military enthusiasts, people who listen to right-wing radio, who have gone to Ultimate Fighting Championship fights or shopped for guns and tactical gear, live near military bases, and attend NASCAR races. It’s calling for recruits willing to perform their “sacred duty” and “defend the homeland” Continue reading
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Update 01/11/2026
Like some of you, in the new year I have started organizing more, especially 2025 taxes. We have had the same CPA for over 20 years, but we organize things for him. Most everything is on excel sheets – easy to add up, sort by date, etc. As usual, I find some neglected things to Continue reading
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Update 01/04/2026
From MSNow: “Trump’s administration has shown no signs of discontinuing its onslaught against our civil rights in 2026. It’s possible that the most frightening part isn’t the harm that has already been done but rather the harm he’s yet to cause.” ………………….. Per Robert Reich: “Trump and his own family have also reaped big rewards Continue reading
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Update 12/28/2025
Why on Earth Dept.: Trump administration moves to dismantle prominent US weather and climate research center — Meteorologists, climate scientists and lawmakers have criticized the action. Wait, I know – did they say global warming is real? Heresy! ……………………… The Trump administration is pausing leases for five offshore wind projects due to national security concerns Continue reading
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