Framing Politics With a Ruler

Democrats object to Peggy Noonan’s claim that politics has all been played on their end of the ruler. Their counterarguments are solid, but examples of ongoing leftward motion undermine their claims. Expect to see more attempts to define the playing field and shape voters’ views.

Better Management, Less Demand for Labor

Improved business productivity and better labor and investment decision-making have reduced the demand for labor.

Dow 15,700

The stock market (DJIA) at 9-10,000 is fairly valued, supporting good prospects for a long-term 7% annual investment return.

2009 and 2010 College Grads Struggle

The economic recovery is too little and too late for college grads again this year.

Labor and Tax Law Changes to Create Jobs

Labor and tax law changes could greatly increase the incentives to hire staff and provide a better unemployment safety net.

Roar Out of the Great Recession

The recession is over. Investment and negotiation opportunities abound!

President is Pursuing One Jobs Boom Idea

Obama to unveil offshore drilling plans for oil, natural gas The proposal through 2017 will open new areas of the mid-Atlantic region, Alaska and the eastern Gulf of Mexico for production but prohibit moves off California, Oregon and Washington. http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-obama-drilling31-2010mar31,0,4617559.story

Creating a Jobs Boom

Creating a “jobs boom” is within the power of the government if the legislators and president are ready to create confidence in the government and economy, incentivize job creation and business investments, make a long-term commitment to transportation/energy and stimulate the government and not-for-for profit sector.

Economic(s) Progress?

Our knowledge of economics has broadened and deepened since Adam Smith outlined the functioning of an invisible hand in markets. Our ability to translate that knowledge into public policy lags severely.

Infinite Progress

The advance in knowledge and economic value-added since WWII has just begun. Look for the western and developing worlds to grow by 5% annually or more for the next 50 years.

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