Made in the U.S.A.?

Should you "Buy American?" Does it matter? Why are so many products now made overseas?You've met the type before. You are at a party, and some bore bends your ear about how everyone should "Buy American!" and how those "Idiots...

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My Neighbors in Delrey

It has been nearly 9 years since 9/11. This one event probably defines the lives of an entire generation.Last night I was parking the car in the barn, and I realized I left the radio on in the barn. I went to shut it off, in the...

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Is There Really A Risk of Identity Theft?

The risk of identity theft is far over-rated.I was out on my boat a couple of years back and got a call from the credit card company. Seems someone had tried to charge a ticket to Dubai, one way, first class, on my card. That set...

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Going Broke on $100,000 a year

Many Americans are feeling financially stressed these days, and yet are quite wealthy. Why is this?I am starting to downsize my life more dramatically than I have in the last two years since I started this blog. I started this blog...

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Angie's List - What a Waste.

Is Angie's List a good site for reviews on local services? Well, you have to pay to find out! The idea of an impartial review site on the Internet remains an unrealized dream, I'm afraid. Word-of-mouth remains the most powerful...

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Nails on a Chalkboard!

The New Yorker ordinarily has interesting articles in long-format which are usually factually correct. However, lately, I have to question the accuracy of some of their information.One problem with being an Attorney is that you are...

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A Second Dip for the Recession?

While the stock market crashed on "black Friday" in 1929, the worst effects of the depression were felt years later.Are we headed for further trouble with the economy? Many news pundits are saying so, but it is hard to tell if they...

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