Straight Talk about Money, Markets, and Politics
Denny Hastert Cops A Plea
Last week Politico reported that former Republican House Speaker Dennis Hastert had entered a plea of guilty on a single felony charge of violating bank money transfer laws enacted after 9/11 as part... READ MORE
Carly Fiorina’s Unprincipled, Witch-Like Attack Against Planned Parenthood
In today’s cynical world, almost anything a politician says or does can be considered unprincipled, especially one who was as far behind in the polls as Ms. Fiorina. Was her impassioned outbreak attacking... READ MORE
Hillary Clinton . . . the Necessary Choice
In the coming Democrat nominating process, Hillary will likely be the necessary, but not necessarily the popular choice. By that I mean she will probably be the most formidable (electable) pick to run... READ MORE
The Sucker’s Rally
The Dow ended down 588 points on Monday. Overnight the Chinese lowered interest rates and their reserve requirement. This had the futures contract in the overnight market up over 400 points. The markets... READ MORE
King Donald . . . a Sprinkle of Fairy Dust . . . and Oh—Happy Day America!
You know, when you think about it, this so-called representative democracy of ours has gotten a little time-worn, like an old shirt that is a little frayed around the collar and really doesn’t... READ MORE
Donald Trump . . . the Media Master
The first big Republican debate is over, drawing a record cable viewing audience. And—predictably—the Donald was the star of the show, leaving the rest of the Republican clown car standing on the corner,... READ MORE