Why does the Federal Government “Own” Oregon?

Why does the Federal Government “Own” Oregon?

by | Jan 16, 2016 | Land

The most important question with respect to the takeover of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge by Oregon ranchers remains unanswered by the press covering the story.  Why does the federal government own 52.6 percent of Oregon leaving them owning but 47.4 of...
Media Paranoia over Government Shutdown

Media Paranoia over Government Shutdown

by | Sep 30, 2015 | Federal Funding, Media

The fear generated by media use of the words “government shutdown” is amazing.  The hysteria peddlers using this terminology, and the media that purposely play to it, must know these two words emit such an extreme emotional response.  It appears designed to frighten...
Obamacare: Judicial Legislation, Again

Obamacare: Judicial Legislation, Again

by | Jul 13, 2015 | Court Cases, Health Care

Two years ago 28 states (more than half) sued the federal government for exceeding its power by forcing the mandate that everyone in the United States buy health insurance or pay a stiff fine. The Affordable Care Act survived as constitutional when Chief Justice John...

What Government Shutdown? Stop the hysteria!

by | Oct 3, 2013 | Congress

The fear with respect to our latest “government shutdown” is amazing. The hysteria peddlers using this terminology, and the media that purposely play to it, must know these two words emit such an extreme emotional response. It appears designed to frighten the least...