Does anyone remember the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008? Eligible taxpayers could receive up to $600 ($1,200 for married couples), but it phased out for annual incomes beginning at $75,000 and ending at $150,000. According to the White House fact sheet, the Act was primarily intended to remedy slower growth, and address short-term economic uncertainties by allowing “Americans to keep more of their money to stimulate consumer spending.”
Many economists, however, saw the “stimulus” as little more than a scheme by government to 1) take from one group (rob Peter—higher earners) and to 2) buy votes later from another group (pay Paul—lower earners). In the midst of economic strife, it is helpful for politicians to be able to point to something they have done to help. Few things improve the mood of voters like receiving a check in the mail. Continue Reading →
Two weeks into Chris’ REAL MEN series, I am still no closer to becoming a real man… which my husband is thankful for. Anyone who heard 
This may come as a big surprise to those who have met me, but I am not a man. Shocking, I know. This week, Chris started his 
As often happens, Elijah was crying when we pulled out of the church parking lot, but this time it wasn’t because he was leaving his Mammy and Pappy. It was because he was missing the “baptism show.” He kept saying something about sisters, but I was only half listening to him as I went through a mental timeline to make sure I could get everything done that day.