Daily Archives: November 20, 2006

New Issues

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Gaius

Michael Barone points out something that Republicans need to keep in mind: successful public policies make old issues irrelevant. Looking backward at what used to work as campaign issues will not be a successful strategy. New ideas are needed. Back … Continue reading →

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The Return Of Wallace Politics

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Gaius

I wonder at the way things repeat in history, sometimes with an incredibly ironic twist. John Fund writes about the rhetoric and tactics being used by proponents of racial preferences in the face of voters who oppose affirmative action. From … Continue reading →

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A Regulation Industry

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Gaius

A new book details what has apparently become the largest industry in Britain. The making of new regulations. Author Ross Clark has written How to Label A Goat, a collection of the increasingly stupid and complex regulations and laws that … Continue reading →

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Shutting Down The Favor Factory

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Gaius

The outgoing Senate was all set to vote itself a lovely parting gift of massive porkiness until three Republicans blocked the earmark laden spending bill. Some of the people squealing the loudest about the loss of federal largess are – … Continue reading →

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Population Bust

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Gaius

Fred Hiatt, writing in the Washington Post, discusses the incredible shrinking Japan. With a rapidly declining birth rate how does a country remain a vital economy? Japan's birthrate is well below what is considered purely replacement level. Simply to maintain … Continue reading →

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Shell Game

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Gaius

An article in today's Washington Post sings the praises of solar energy. It touts the high quality jobs the industry promotes, the positive impact for industries and businesses that install solar panels and the all-around feel good aspects of the … Continue reading →

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