Real estate blog entries tagged with political

Blog entries tagged with "political":

political: Why Columbus Day Matters - 10/13/08 10:50 AM

Did you know that today is Columbus Day? You know, that dude that discovered America? We honor him for the achievement, but do you really know why it matters/
BECAUSE THE GOVERNMENT IS CLOSED FOR THE DAY!
Our world works better when we don't have to contend with the government messing … (0 comments)

political: Why the Election Matters - 10/13/08 10:45 AM

Most of Americans have decided who they are going to vote for the upcoming Presidential race. What is not being talked about are some of the most important issues facing the nation if one or the other is elected.
First, how will America face an upcoming energy shortage? For all practical … (0 comments)

political: Bumper Stickers to watch for! - 10/12/08 05:29 PM

These were sent to me by a 72 year old lady. I spoke with her the other day and she asked if I would run down to the republican head quarters and get her a sign for her yard. When I took it to her, she was telling me what fun … (13 comments)

political: Sexist Arguments and Sarah Palin - 10/11/08 01:05 PM

There is a lot of talk burning up the internet about the Presidential and Vice Presidential debates. Discussion and debate are a good thing. Of course I wish there was a lot more concentration by the candidates on what they will do or what their plan is. I know I can … (27 comments)

political: Commercial Markets feel the Pinch - 10/08/08 01:38 PM

The Federal Reserve announced Tuesday that it would now begin to purchase short term commercial paper from banks in an effort to stop the stranglehold that the credit crunch has on American businesses. The effort comes on top of the massive 850 billion dollar bailout of the same banks "bad" mortgages. … (0 comments)

political: Commercial Markets feel the Pinch! - 10/08/08 01:36 PM

political: Fed Cut a Bonanza for Banks - 10/08/08 07:33 AM

The Federal Reserve cut lending rates by a half point yesterday to help stop the spread of a global economic crisis. It also cut rates charged to banks for borrowing at the "Discount" window to 1.75%.
The average consumer will see a drop in their equity line payment or maybe a … (0 comments)

political: I Hate Political Debates (Not Political) - 10/07/08 10:56 PM

I'm sure you're wondering how a Blog about political debates can be non-political but, I promise not to mention any of the candidates, their positions or their comments. That's not my problem. I already know who I'm voting for and I hope you do as well, I reall hope you just … (4 comments)

political: Special Interest & Real Estate - 10/07/08 03:15 PM

How does special interest hurt real estate? Here is but one example. NEW CONSTRUCTION! Why has Congress not put a moratorium on speculative building? Why are new homes being built, "spec houses" as they are called in the realty world. Why are new homes being added to the stockpile of available … (0 comments)

political: Green Jobs: An Industry That's Actually Growing - 10/06/08 11:05 PM

"Job creation" is always a winning political phrase, but it's especially powerful in tough times like these. And though the campaigns may vary on strategy, one thing is clear in the U.S. and around the world: green jobs are booming. A new study predicts 4.2 million domestics jobs in renewable energy … (0 comments)

political: The Bailout Party - Before & After - Test Your I.Q. - 10/04/08 07:47 PM

THE BAILOUT PARTY… BEFORE & AFTER - TEST YOUR I.Q.
During the vote on the Bailout, President Bush was flying paper dollar bills for Barney to fetch? True or False

Alan Greenspan, Helicopter Ben, and Hanky Panky Paulson were busy shorting Gold. True or False

Sarah Palin and … (1 comments)

political: It Seems that Congress can't do anything right! - 10/03/08 08:21 AM

Forget the bailout, forget the reasons behind it. The House of Representatives are going to vote today on the bailout bill that in essence is the same one that was voted down earlier in the week. What is different is that there are more "pork" barrel projects in the bill to … (0 comments)

political: I Didn't Watch the Debate Last Night! - 10/03/08 08:16 AM

I have already made up my mind. I am going to go with someone that I believe has the best qualifications to lead the country going forward. I have watched the Republican party do it best to emulate the Democrats on spending our tax dollars in the most frivolous manner. I … (0 comments)

political: NAR and NC Association of Realtors once again against their members! - 10/02/08 07:03 AM

here is an email that I received from my association. It is so hard to support an organization that is constantly missing the mark.
Dear Dale,
By now you have heard that Congress failed to pass the Emergency Economic Stability Act (EESA) on Monday and is currently in the process of … (0 comments)

political: Lost in Bailout, Senate sells out our National Security! - 10/02/08 06:54 AM

The Senate voted to overturn a 3 decade ban on the sale of nuclear technology to India. The Senate passed the measure 86-13 which allows American businesses to sell fuel, technology and reactors to India. Opponents argued that safeguards were not in place to protect future use of the technology for … (0 comments)

political: Are we kidding ourselves??? - 10/01/08 06:31 AM

What is wrong with this picture???
What is to follow here is a pure RANT... It is meant to stir the pot, to get us talking, to share ideas... People, give your two cents, just don't write me with flame mail, I know where the delete key is...
This … (0 comments)

political: BAILOUT! DO NOT READ IF.... - 09/30/08 07:44 PM

You like big government.
Trust politicans
Believe the bailout will benefit you.
Okay, now that only sensible people are going to read and possibly comment, lets have some frank talk on what is really going on in Washington.
First, the bailout is for banks so that they can shore up their … (0 comments)

political: Realtors and Loan Officers Disconnect from their National Association - 09/30/08 06:17 AM

I have read numerous posts and comments on the bail out package for Wall St. I personally want to see it fail. The fear mongering that the proponents use has not been backed by clear reasons to support the plan. Realtors and Loan Officers are part of "Main St" not Wall St. … (0 comments)

political: http://www.venturacountyretalk.com/2008/09/28/show-time-ventura-county-real-estate-doings-for-week-ending-september-27-2008/ - 09/28/08 05:47 PM

If Washington wants to help Wall Street what should be done is to create a 30 year to 50 year bond which would be paid back with interest (say at 6% or more) to the taxpayers but it would be paid by those being bailed out.
The political establishment does not have to saddle the taxpayer (Main … (0 comments)

political: Can Realtors be political? - 09/17/08 08:56 AM

I am so pumped about this years election! I'm not sure if it is all of the media hype over "Mr. Media" Obama or the fact that we desperately need change in this country! Either way, I'm most definitely voting for McCain!!
As a Realtor I know we need to adhere … (14 comments)

political: http://www.venturacountyretalk.com/2008/09/14/oki-give-up-stop-robbing-me-ventura-county-real-estate-doings-for-week-ending-september-13-2008/ - 09/14/08 04:54 PM

Well let's see what happened this past week.
On the National level and to no one's surprise Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were put into receivership.
Unfortunately the culprits that created these entities are now working on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac II. Who are the culprits? View the article written … (0 comments)

political: Wow! Sarah Palin's Shoes Are Affordable - 09/14/08 09:39 AM

I’ve been surfing the web this morning after reading about Sarah Palin’s style in the Wall Street Journal. I’ve determined…
I like her style!! Mainly because it’s affordable.
In case you like her style too, I wanted to share this information with you.
She wore red Naughty Monkey - … (18 comments)

political: I just received my BIC talking points - 09/10/08 09:15 AM

I just received my talking points from the president of my local association. The email was about the takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
1. The NAR fully supports the action of the Treasury.
2.Interests rates will drop because of the action
3.The new president and congress will be responsible … (1 comments)

political: Do We Really Need the Government to be involved in Natural Diasters? - 09/01/08 09:34 AM

The Gulf region is bracing for a hurricane this weekend and it is all over the news. Communities on the coast are working to prepare for the worst. But does this make common sense? It would seem that it would be logical not to build in areas prone to flooding, but … (6 comments)

political: Are we tired of Green yet? - 08/31/08 06:06 PM

Everywhere you look, green, green ,green! You would think that we all should go back to living in communes or something. That has already been tried and rejected. Going green isn't about making GE more money, it is understanding your place in the world.
The real story about the green movement … (4 comments)

political: My Favorite Political Button (Music to My ... Ears). - 08/28/08 04:36 AM

After I posted this button early this morning, I ran across this article on Sellsius about Bare Butt Marketing. It will crack you up.

Broker/(REALTOR®)
… (8 comments)

political: http://www.venturacountyretalk.com/2008/07/27/ventura-county-real-estate-doings-for-week-ending-july-26-2008/ - 07/27/08 12:51 PM

Well what do you know. Finally some recognition that the real estate market is turning around.
And from the print media no less.
Just passed by the House and Senate and awaiting the Presidents signature is the homeowners housing rescue plan.
To read full article go to: www.venturacountyretalk.com
… (0 comments)

political: John McCain for President 2008 - 07/10/08 02:16 PM

This is destined to be among the most popular articles on wordpress.com tomorrow, or at least in the top ten or so. Some sort of silly cat photo will probably be first. John McCain for President 2008 The link above will have the latest version and news but the current version as … (1 comments)

political: Tim Russert...You will be Missed - 06/13/08 03:17 PM

I just heard the news that Tim Russert, NBC News’ Washington bureau chief and the moderator of “Meet the Press,” is dead of a heart attack. He was only 58.
If you are not a political junkie, like I am, you probably think it is strange that I am writing this … (11 comments)

political: Obama Girl vs McCain Girl - 06/12/08 05:35 AM

Please allow me to share these funny political videos:http://www.filipinosforobama.com/video
Thanks for watching!
… (3 comments)

political: Oklahoma Makes History - 05/29/08 11:05 AM

Oklahoma has made history by electing 19 year-old John Tyler Hammons to public office. Just like any other American teenager, Hammons loves fast cars, rock music and video games. But fiscal planning? Well, apparently so. Hammons is a freshman at the University of Oklahoma and beat 70 year-old Hershel McBride for … (6 comments)

political: How many zeros in a billion? - This is too true to be funny. - 05/23/08 08:03 PM

How many zeros in a billion?
This is too true to be funny. The next time you hear a politician use the word 'billion' in a casual manner, think about whether you want the 'politicians' spending! YOUR tax money.
A billion is a difficult number to comprehend, but one advertising agency … (8 comments)

political: 11 days until the primary.... I wonder what the future brings..... - 05/16/08 08:25 AM

Well I am at the end of the primary season in Idaho. In 11 days I will know if I am successful at convincing enough Democrats to vote for me to stay on the Ballot. It has been an interesting time. Not to much real estate but the market is not … (0 comments)

political: Politics, if that is still what they call it... - 05/15/08 12:46 PM

I was just browsing MSN when I came across this appalling article. I am for freedom of speech but when did blatant disregard and disrespect become so sociably acceptable. Case in point, to tell our PRESIDENT to 'shut up'. I am not even going to express my political views, this is … (0 comments)

political: Presidential Candidates Views on the Housing Crisis - 04/18/08 11:33 AM

Hilary Clinton
•1. Passage of proposed legislation that would set up an auction system to allow mortgage companies to sell mortgages in bulk to banks and other buyers who would then restructure the loan to make them affordable for families.
•2. Formation of an Emergency Working Group comprised of financial experts to … (6 comments)

political: 7 Deadly Sins of Commerce and Business - 03/29/08 08:47 PM

When we think of our business and how real estate agents are viewed, there is obviously some reason for the reputation our industry has earned. Sub-prime, over priced homes, falling home values, upside down sellers, bad advice makes you really stop and think about ethics, morals and real empathy in our … (20 comments)

political: The 2008 Presidential Campaign - 03/04/08 07:15 PM

Well, we’ve got some more controversies going on in the 2008 Presidential Campaign.
It seems that John McCain has picked up an endorsement that he could live without, in my opinion. John Hagee, a televangelist, has referred to the Roman Catholic Church as “the great whore”, the apostate church, the … (12 comments)

political: Don't forget to vote! - 03/04/08 03:57 PM

We were reminded today of a strange quirk in the system. Some people have mentioned that they were considering voting cross party some in Democratic and some in repubican parties this time. We were told that in the primary this is not allowed. At our local level it affects people that … (0 comments)

political: Homeowners don't forget your Minnesota Property Tax Refund! And other available refunds... - 03/03/08 12:46 AM

Now that the federal income tax day is past, just about everyone wants to forget about taxes for another year. But wait just a minute! You could be eligible for the Minnesota Property Tax Refund and Minnesota Political Campaign Refund.
For the Property Tax Refund, you need a copy of your 1040, … (0 comments)

political: 2008 Presidential Election ~ The Underdog - 03/01/08 09:13 AM

I’ve made my point on AR pretty clear… the point being that it is important to vote in the political process. If you don’t vote, then you have no right to complain in the future. Amendment XXVI: Age and the right to vote. Section 1. The right of citizens of the … (45 comments)

political: Sociological Cycles ~ The New Golden Age, A Review - 02/28/08 09:48 AM

A review of The New Golden Age: The Coming Revolution Against Political Corruption and Economic Chaos by Ravi Batra.
In this book, Batra explains how the economic chaos and political corruption will continue to escalate and worsen over the next few years until the working class rise up like … (7 comments)

political: The Dollar - 02/27/08 02:09 PM

Bernanke seems to be more comfortable fielding questions from members of Congress. He seems to have overcome his initial nervousness in answering questions and I thought that he did an exceptional job today.
Ron Paul’s comments didn’t go unnoticed with the Chicago stockbrokers and they applauded his questions. Ron Paul … (26 comments)

political: Obama ~ Masculine or Feminine ? - 02/27/08 10:37 AM

Does Obama have feminine views? His views seem to vacillate between the masculine/feminine divide in foreign policy. Is he European and soft? Obama-European? As the 2008 campaign unfolds, he increasingly emphasizes soft power--diplomacy, international law, and cooperation--in the war on terrorism.
Oprah Winfrey endorsed Obama for President and I … (21 comments)

political: Obama's Chicago Real Estate Deal Under Scrutiny - 02/20/08 11:47 AM

Politics can be a nasty business. If you have anything at all to hide, running for the President of the United States is not where you want to go. Transparency is the name of the game, and if you are afraid that if you open up your closet, all kinds … (9 comments)

political: Obama & Oprah's "Save Darfur" Campaign - 02/20/08 08:05 AM

Oprah’s net worth is approximately $2.5 billion, and Oprah has dominated the airwaves as the number one talk show for 21 consecutive seasons, since its debut in 1986. She is ranked 165th on Forbes' list of the 400 richest Americans. She is restricted to a $2,300-per-campaign donation.
Her endorsement of … (7 comments)

political: Al Gore ~ A Man of Many Talents ~ Will He Rescue the Democrats? - 02/16/08 10:57 AM

Al Gore, who invented the internet and was awarded a Nobel Prize for his views and the dangers of global warming and climate change, will be receiving another award. This prize valued at $1 Million.
Al Gore won the present prize for "his multiple contributions to creating greater worldwide … (26 comments)

political: Why Government Should Mind Its Own Business - 02/14/08 09:02 PM

You will see a new government agency created next year that will go out and buy up all the houses. Trillions worth of unwanted houses. They'll put 'em on the books of the ol' USA, maybe even rent them out for a bit, and eventually they'll resell 'em for whatever they … (4 comments)

political: Congressional Halt! - 02/14/08 08:31 PM

Associated Press reports ...
The National Association of Home Builders said Tuesday its political action committee has decided to stop making contributions to candidates for Congress "until further notice." Since 1990, the trade group has given nearly $20 million to federal candidates, with 35 percent going to Democrats and 65 percent to … (1 comments)

political: What the Huckabee? - 02/14/08 05:22 PM

Tom Scholz, who wrote and played every guitar part on “More Than a Feeling,” is an Obama supporter. He’s PO’d at Mike Huckabee and wrote a letter to the Governor. The Huckster has been performing Boston’s “More Than a Feeling” at campaign events... sometimes even with onetime Boston guitarist Barry … (11 comments)

political: Obama ~ European? - 02/14/08 03:46 PM

I am trying to wrap my brain around the fact that Barack Obama may be my next President. I have been doing quite a big of reading on the man, and I found it interesting what some of the rest of the world are saying.
The left wing German weekly … (16 comments)

political: Putin Threatening U.S. - 02/14/08 03:32 PM

The U.S. has plans to put interceptors in Poland and a radar system in the Czech Republic. President Vladimir Putin on Thursday threated to aim Russian rockets at the former Soviet satellite states if U.S. missile defense facilities are deployed there.
Putin said, "Our experts consider that this system threatens our … (6 comments)

political: The Candidates and the Economy - 02/03/08 11:57 AM

It’s interesting to note that each candidate has their own theory of how to turn the economy around. I wonder which ones have even had a course in economics.
In California alone, the real estate boom of the last years has been followed by one of the biggest corrections in market … (24 comments)

political: Does Obama Have Visions of Camelot? - 01/27/08 02:50 PM

"It is not about black versus white... This election is about the past versus the future", Barack Obama said last evening in his Victory speech. Obama's landslide victory in South Carolina yesterday, with roughly double the votes of Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, was driven by a stunning 81 percent of … (37 comments)

political: Yellow Dog Democrats - 01/24/08 06:00 PM

My husband had an aunt by the name of Nella Mae. She used to refer to herself as a “yellow dog democrat”. You didn’t have to ask Nella Mae who she was going to vote for in a Presidential election, everyone already knew her vote would be cast for the … (9 comments)

political: PAINTBALL THE CANDIDATES - 01/23/08 10:24 AM

No matter who you intend to vote for or who you pray to god will NOT be elected.. this game is fun...
Follow this link: http://kotaku.com/347591/hot-flashes-shoot-the-presidential-candidates.
I had the MOST fun paintballing Hillary and Obama.... This game is even better than seeing them on TV making fools of themselves while attempting to … (7 comments)

political: Super Tuesday - 01/17/08 08:16 PM

Super Tuesday - (Last Update February 1) commonly refers to a Tuesday in early February or March of a presidential election year when the most states hold their primaries. More nominating delegates can be won on this day than any other single day on the primary calendar.
In 2004, Super … (131 comments)

political: Tensions Growing Between Hillary and Obama Camps - 01/11/08 04:10 PM

Oopsey… Hillary and Bill have done it now. It seems that comments from Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, her husband, Bill, and her supporters are causing a racial backlash. Click Here For Full Story
Illinois State Senate President Emil Jones, a prominent Obama supporter, echoed those sentiments.
"It’s very unfortunate that the … (13 comments)

political: Political Promises - 01/09/08 01:11 PM

I just received an e-mail with "Political Promises". I thought you may all enjoy the photo that was included.
It's an election year and time for more bashing and BS campaigns. I would love it, if just one year the campaigns could all be kept clean, and honest. If the politicians would … (19 comments)

political: What Will Improve The Current Real Estate Market? - 01/07/08 11:44 PM

It is funny this year we have grandstanding for the next presidential elections taking place and no one is really addressing and issues that effect you and I in real estate. We are not foolish enough to belly ache about our own ccareers and brokerages. We do not have it as … (12 comments)

political: Bush's Resignation Speech - 12/21/07 01:37 PM

Subject: BUSH'S RESIGNATION SPEECH If Bush resigned today, this is what his speech would be..... Normally, I start these things out by saying 'My Fellow Americans.' Not doing it this time. If the polls are any indication, I don't know who more than half of you are anymore. I do … (0 comments)

political: Two Cheers for Political Apathy - 11/26/07 12:34 PM

Most Americans don't vote because they feel their vote won't make a difference.
Let's give one cheer for apathy.
Among those of us who DO care about the state of our current union - at present the 50 United States (BUT DUE TO A SEVERE CASE OF APATHY, will soon be the … (4 comments)

political: You may have bought real estate, but you'd be suprised who really owns it - 11/20/07 05:52 PM

In the attached link I ran into a post noting that one's name may indeed be on the deed (sorry) but in the end the one who owns our property isn't us. Sad to say it but in the end the goverment owns every last square inch. And, if you don't … (0 comments)

political: Renewable Portfolio Standard Gives Tax Credits for Alternative Energy Development - 11/15/07 11:32 AM

On another AR group that I belong to http://activerain.com/groups/GREEN I came across an interesting Blog that I couldn't not let pass without some comment. We are all concerned with rising fuel prices and the need to explore, develop and promote renewable energy sources.
I feel it is very important to see what our politicians … (10 comments)

political: Contact your Government Representatives - 11/10/07 07:54 PM

Every citizen of the United States should cherish the right to contact their elected representatives. It is easy! If you ever get exercised over something unfair or plain stupid, and it is a city or county issue in Honolulu, you can reach your city officials at http://www.honolulu.gov/council/.
Most of the laws, … (2 comments)

political: "Forrest Gump" made it to a gozillion or so, where will it all end? - 11/10/07 11:53 AM

Three Brazilian Soldiers: Donald Rumsfeld was speaking with President Bush offering information through his daily briefing. He concludes the meeting with the following commentary by saying, "Yesterday, it was reported to me that three Brazilian soldiers had been killed in Iraq." The staff noted that the President was visibly shaken … (10 comments)

political: HEY!!! Remember to vote this Saturday (October 20,2007) - 10/19/07 10:45 AM

This is a very busy weekend in the great State of Louisiana!
Here in Baton Rouge, the Tigers take on Auburn at home in Death Valley Saturday night!! This should be a good game to say the least. Over on the Bluff the Southern Jagshost Alcorn State. In the northern part of the state, … (0 comments)

political: Riverside Ward 1 Election: Meet the Canidates - 10/16/07 10:57 PM

On November 6th voters will be asked to make a choice for who they would like to represent them as their City Council member. After a run-off election in June, no one candidate was able to gain the 50 percent plus 1 to win the seat. Therefore, the two top candidates … (0 comments)

political: Free Money from the State of Minnesota * - 10/16/07 10:18 PM

That's right, free money from the state of Minnesota to residents who contribute to a political campaign or candidate for State Level offices.
The Political Campaign Refund will pay you up to $50 per person ($100 per married couple) per year if you donate to a political candidate or party in Minnesota (not federal level … (0 comments)

political: Do You Believe the New York Times When they are Talking about Your Market?...Or is There a Conspiracy Against REALTORS®? - 08/26/07 01:11 PM

Do You Believe the New York Times When they are Talking about Your Market?...Or is There a Conspiracy Against REALTORS®?by John Occhi, Hemet CA REALTOR® Mission Grove Realty
There is much debate in this country about the agenda of the main street media. It really does not matter if you are … (19 comments)

political: Morocco, Indiana - Back in Time ==== A Glance at History - 08/21/07 12:56 AM

Residents of this out-of-the way region aren't lacking in opportunities, according to Lake Village librarian Mary Kay Emmrich.
"We do the same things everyone else does," she said. "We just have to travel farther to do them."
The four-square-mile Newton County area is unincorporated, but that doesn't mean it's lacking in recorded … (0 comments)

political: Wheatfield, Indiana - Back in Time ==== A Glance at History - 08/21/07 12:43 AM

Wheatfield was founded in 1883 on land donated by Simon and Mae Thompson. Like many of the communities in Jasper and Newton counties, the land that Wheatfield occupies was once swampland. Wild rice, or swamp grass, grew in abundance before the land was drained in the mid 19th century.
Acres of this … (0 comments)

political: Roselawn, Indiana - Back in Time ==== A Glance at History - 08/21/07 12:30 AM

When you say "Roselawn" to a Northwest Indiana resident, what comes to mind is not necessarily what Roselawn-area residents want you to think first: nudist resorts and an airline disaster. In October 1994, American Eagle Flight 4184 crashed due to icing in a soybean field near Roselawn killing all 68 people … (0 comments)

political: Lake Village, Indiana - Back in Time ==== A Glance at History - 08/21/07 12:19 AM

LAKE VILLAGE AIRPORT
Residents of this out-of-the way region aren't lacking in opportunities, according to Lake Village librarian Mary Kay Emmrich. "We do the same things everyone else does," she said. "We just have to travel farther to do them."
The four-square-mile Newton County area is unincorporated, but that doesn't mean it's … (0 comments)

political: Wheeler, Indiana - Back in Time ==== A Glance at History - 08/21/07 12:12 AM

Although there are many stories about the origin of the word "Hoosier," early Wheeler residents might be responsible for its common use. In the mid-1800s, one of the first frame buildings in the area became a well-known inn called the "Hoosier's Nest." The fame of Hoosier's Nest was captured in an … (0 comments)

political: Shelby, Indiana - Back in Time ==== A Glance at History - 08/21/07 12:07 AM

Hugging the north banks of the Kankakee River, this sleepy community that once drew Chicago businessmen and political types for plentiful hunting and fishing continues to draw those with a love of quiet, river life.
In 1886, William Shelby, president of the Lake Agricultural Co., laid out the area, which remains unincorporated … (0 comments)

political: Brunswick, Indiana - Back in Time ==== A Glance at History - 08/21/07 12:02 AM

For more than a century, the hamlet of Brunswick has been locked in time - its pristine landscape undisturbed by an influx of traffic, noise or major developments. And Donn Hylek, owner of Reichert's Tavern, one of only two businesses still operating in the community founded by German immigrants back in … (2 comments)

political: Get into politics or get out of the business! - 08/09/07 10:38 AM

I've just returned from the excellent INMAN Connect in San Francisco. I haven't attended for the past 3 or 4 years and the meeting has definitely come a long way - especially for thos of you who remember back to the early ones that were a stretch to last more than … (0 comments)

political: La Porte, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/31/07 12:00 AM

La Porte, Indiana, in La Porte county
La Porte (French for "The Door") is a city in La Porte County, Indiana, of which it is the county seat. Its population was 21,621 at the 2000 census. It is one of the two principal cities of the Michigan City-La Porte, Indiana Metropolitan … (0 comments)

political: Wanatah, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/30/07 11:54 PM

Wanatah, Indiana is in La Porte county.
Wanatah is a town in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. The population was 1,013 at the 2000 census. It is included in the Michigan City, Indiana-La Porte, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area.
LaPorte County was formed in 1832. The name means "the door" or "the port" in … (0 comments)

political: La Crosse, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/30/07 11:50 PM

La Crosse, Indiana, in La Porte county
LaCrosse is a town in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. The population was 561 at the 2000 census. It is included in the Michigan City, Indiana-La Porte, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area. LaCrosse is a small farming town with several businesses-The Co-op, Super Foods, a bank, … (0 comments)

political: Long Beach, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/30/07 11:44 PM

Long Beach, Indiana, in La Porte county
Long Beach is a town in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. As of the 2000 census, Long Beach population was 1,559. It is included in the Michigan City, Indiana-La Porte, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area. Chief Justice John Roberts grew up in Long Beach.
Located on the southeast … (0 comments)

political: Trail Creek, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/30/07 11:38 PM

Trail Creek, Indiana, in La Porte county
Trail Creek is a town in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. The population was 2,296 at the 2000 census. It is included in the Michigan City, Indiana-La Porte, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Trail Creek is home to Nelson Park, which has 2 baseballs fields, a basketball … (0 comments)

political: Westville, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/30/07 11:20 PM

Westville, Indiana, in La Porte county
Westville is a town in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. The population was 2,116 at the 2000 census. It is included in the Michigan City, Indiana-La Porte, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Westville is near Michigan City is noted for both its proximity to the Indiana Dunes National … (1 comments)

political: Porter, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/25/07 02:01 AM

Porter, Indiana, in Porter county
PORTER IS LOCATED NEXT TO THE: Indiana Dunes State Park is located 47 miles east of Chicago, Illinois. The beaches are bounded by Lake Michigan and the National Park Service operated Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. The 1,530 acre (66.2 km²) Dunes Nature Preserve makes up the bulk … (0 comments)

political: Hebron, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/25/07 01:43 AM

Hebron, Indiana, in Porter county
The History of Hebron is intertwined with that of Boone Township. For this reason, both will be mentioned here. The land in Boone Township was opened for settlement by virtue of a treaty between the United Sates Government and the Pottawattomi Indians in 1832. In the early … (0 comments)

political: Highland, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/16/07 09:20 PM

Highland, Indiana, in Lake county
Highland is a town in Lake County, Indiana, United States. The population was 23,546 at the 2000 census. It was incorporated on April 4, 1910. Highland is a southeastern suburb of Chicago, Illinois.
In 1847, two pioneers, Michael and Judith Johnston, became Highland's first settlers (Judith Johnston Elementary … (0 comments)

political: Hammond, Indiana - QuickFacts - 07/16/07 09:15 PM

Hammond, Indiana, in Lake county
Hammond (IPA: [ˈhæ.mənd]) is a city in Lake County, Indiana, United States. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The population was 83,048 at the 2000 census.
The first permanent residents arrived around 1847 to settle on land between the Grand and Little Calumet Rivers, on the … (0 comments)

political: Gary, Indiana - QuickFacts - 06/25/07 01:15 AM

Gary, Indiana, in Lake county
Gary is the largest city in Lake County, Indiana, USA. The city is located in the southeastern portion of Chicago metropolitan area and is approximately 25 miles from downtown Chicago. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 102,746 and is the largest … (0 comments)

political: East Chicago, Indiana - QuickFacts - 06/25/07 01:11 AM

East Chicago, Indiana, in Lake county
East Chicago is a city in Lake County, Indiana, opposite Chicago, Illinois. The population was 32,414 at the 2000 census.
The nearest commercial airport to East Chicago is the Gary/Chicago International Airport in neighboring Gary. The South Shore Line (NICTD) has a station in East Chicago, and … (0 comments)

political: Chesterton, Indiana - QuickFacts - 06/25/07 01:03 AM

Chesterton, Indiana, in Porter county
Chesterton is a town in Porter County, Indiana, United States. The population was 10,488 at the 2000 census.
United Airlines NC13304, the first known case of an attack against an aircraft, was downed by nitroglycerine bomb above Chesterton on October 10, 1933. All 7 persons aboard the aircraft … (0 comments)

political: Cedar Lake, Indiana - QuickFacts - 06/25/07 12:58 AM

Cedar Lake, Indiana, in Lake county
Cedar Lake is a town in Lake County, Indiana, United States. The population was 9,279 at the 2000 census. The town is known for Cedar Lake (was called Red Cedar Lake before).
Cedar Lake is in the County of Lake = Lake County is a county located … (0 comments)

political: Burns Harbor, Indiana - QuickFacts - 06/25/07 12:53 AM

Burns Harbor, Indiana, in Porter county
Before the Town of Burns Harbor was incorporated, the center of community activity was the Westport Community Club, which was established in 1954. During the next decade, a number of proposals to annex the Westport area to neighboring towns were discussed at meetings held at the … (0 comments)

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political: Remembering 9/11 - 09/11/06 06:59 PM

My son was born in 2001, and today was a sombering reminder of the future that my lie ahead. Sorry to get alittle political, but it makes me happier but worries me as well that we've made progress in the War on Terror, but we're also farther from ending it as … (0 comments)

political: Terrorism, Are We Safer? - 09/07/06 08:08 AM

Last night, Katie Couric hosted a show on Terrorism. The question was "Are We Safer?" The prevailing theme (at least what I got out of it) is that we are not safer! The government (according to Bush) wants us to feel safer, yet Bush conceded that "we" need to be right … (9 comments)