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- Van Irion: Smith And Short Have The Same Underlying Philosophy - And Response - Chattanoogan
- Central's Hudson has 'fear none' philosophy - Evansville Courier-Press
- Cabrillo students hold festival based on philosophy of iconic UCLA coach John Wooden - San Jose Mercury News
- Note to Dems: Please Take E.J. Dionne’s Advice - Commentary Magazine
| Van Irion: Smith And Short Have The Same Underlying Philosophy - And Response - Chattanoogan Posted: 17 Jun 2010 01:23 PM PDT
Van Irion: Smith And Short Have The Same Underlying Philosophy - And Response (2) | by Van Irion posted June 17, 2010 Earlier this week, Democratic Candidate for Congress Brenda Short responded to Robin Smiths Social Security privatization plan. The Democratic candidates beliefs were exactly what I expect from a Democrat: that government is responsible for ensuring a retirement for all Americans. After all, liberals believe that government should steal from one group to take care of another group.
Liberals also assume that Americans arent capable of investing their own money intelligently. Liberals generally believe that government can decide how to spend your money better than you can. What is disappointing about this exchange was that my competitor in the Republican primary has an underlying philosophy that mirrors the liberal philosophy. Robins plan for privatization of Social Security is that Americans should be able to invest 40% of their social security deduction in the stock market. Of course that 40% would be invested only in government approved stocks, and would be subject to restrictions similar to current IRA regulations. Since her announcement, Robin has been criticized by the typical liberals, making the typical liberal points. All those points boil down to the standard liberal rant that Americans are too stupid to take care of themselves and that government should be in control of everything. Apparently liberals havent noticed the monumental failure of nearly every government program in history. I give Robin the 40% praise she deserves for her partial step in the right direction. Of course that praise is subject to governmentally imposed limitations, penalties for early withdrawal, and taxes. Allowing Americans to control their own money is a great idea, but why only 40%? Why should government get to keep the other 60%? Why should the privatized 40% be limited to investment in only government-approved stocks? Either Americans can provide for their own retirement, or they cant. Either Americans should be dependent upon government, or they shouldnt? Apparently Robin doesnt believe Americans are capable of taking care of themselves without government intervention. Her proposal proves that her underlying philosophy is practically identical to her Democrat counterpart. She just has slightly more faith in Americans than Brenda Short does. They both think that Americans are children in need of nanny-like supervision. Robin just thinks the children are a little more mature than Brenda does. I think Americans are sick of being treated like children. Heres a radical idea: Let Americans keep 100% of their Social Security deductions, without limitations on what they do with their own money. And let Americans be responsible for their own retirement. You see, I already had parents. They took care of me for the first eighteen years of my life. I dont want or need the government to take care of me for the rest of my life. My parents already taught me that freedom and consequences go together. If you want freedom, you must accept the consequences. Government thrives on the elimination of consequences, and elimination of the corresponding freedom. Either Brenda and Robin dont understand this, or they like to take away your freedom. Liberals will now falsely accuse me of wanting to cut Social Security benefits. Thats not true. The government should keep its promises. Social Security taxes should be cut immediately, but benefits should be paid to all Americans that paid into Social Security, in direct proportion to the amount of payments they made. Such a payout of Social Security liabilities could be easily paid without continuing Social Security taxes, without raising other taxes, and without increasing the national debt. If we simply pass the Fair Tax the IRS will be eliminated, all income-based taxes will be eliminated, and all those taxes will be replaced with a one-time retail level only, revenue neutral sales tax. Numerous studies and economists agree that the Fair Tax would dramatically and immediately increase the economy, leading to increased tax revenue without raising the tax rate. I have a plan that will both return Americans freedom and keep our governments promises. Brenda and Robin want to keep treating Americans like children.
Van Irion-
* * * The Social Security fund is broken and taking the U.S. down with it. If, as you suggest, we were to immediately remove 100% of the funds coming in from current wage earners, and place them in personal Social Security accounts managed by the wage earner/investor, the fact is that millions of senior citizens would be left without their monthly checks. Most are living on fixed incomes paying way too much for their healthcare. How will you make sure they continue to be paid? Would you just kick them out on the street and tell them to fend for themselves? You know in your attempt to spout what sounds like a good idea, you have clearly shown that you are totally clueless on how to handle a delicate balance between honoring a commitment to those who are members of the Greatest Generation, and providing a system that will take care of todays Generation Xers when they are in their sundowner years as Jack Chambliss recently called it. We have inherited a mess created by irresponsible politicians from both parties who kowtowed to special interest groups and those who screamed the loudest. Most of us are mature adults who see the problem and know that your childish and hair-brained ideas of how to fix the system, are yet again evidence why you are totally unqualified to serve in Congress. I challenge you, Mr. Irion. If Congress were to adopt your idea tomorrow to allow every wage earner in America to put 100% of their social security withholding taxes into a personal account, how would you propose to fund the billions of dollars required to provide benefits to the millions of senior citizens who rely on the fact that they put tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars into the system their entire working life? Fact is you cant. You have to have a phase-in period just like Robin suggests. Even a stay at home mom like me sees that. Go back to school, Mr. Irion. We need someone ready to step up now. Looks like Robin has a grasp on the problem. You obviously dont.
Valerie Morris * * * Tennesseans who live in the Third District understand that the Social Security system is failing and will likely not be there for future generations. Robin Smith understands that major reforms are needed to give Americans the freedom and opportunity to save and invest in their own future just as she supports giving them the opportunity to save and invest in their own health care through health savings accounts without falling under a government run health care system. Robin appreciates the acknowledgment of her frontrunner status by the sideline sniping of other candidates. The voters who live in the Third District will decide on Aug. 5 if they want a representative with a record of fighting for conservative causes and sound fiscal policy or one who merely spouts canned talking points and overheated but empty rhetoric that takes us down an irresponsible path to disastrous results.
Mark Winslow
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| Central's Hudson has 'fear none' philosophy - Evansville Courier-Press Posted: 17 Jun 2010 12:55 PM PDT EVANSVILLE — During Wednesday's "meet and greet" with his players and the media, new Central High School boys' basketball coach Scott Hudson handed out new gold and brown T-shirts with "respect all ... fear none" inscribed on the back. Coming off losing records three of the past four seasons, including a 5-16 mark last year, the Bears hope to regain a little respect this winter. "He sounds like a pretty good coach," said Brienne Miles, a 6-foot-3 forward. "He sounds like what we need for Central." 
Scott Hudson While Hudson will emphasize defense, he will loosen the reins and allow the Bears to fast break more than in recent seasons. "I think we'll do better getting up and down the floor," said Miles, who averaged 10 points as a sophomore. Central's top returning player, Miles said he has been working on "just about everything" in trying to elevate his game. "I've worked on getting stronger, I've worked on my left hand," he said. "I'm trying to be a better person and more of a team leader. I'm a year older and a year more mature." Hudson, who was named Central's new coach on Monday night, has not yet seen the Bears on tape, but will soon see them play summer ball. "One thing I always try to emphasize is getting one percent better every day — slow and steady and get ready," Hudson said. "Small things are very important. "This school has a great tradition, a deep tradition. This team wants to be part of that. If you want to play for a championship, you have to prepare for that. There is no magic bullet. That's not what I do. You have to do things with the right approach. "Our expectations will be high." Hudson has been a head coach for 16 years, the last eight at Eastside High in Butler, Ind., near Fort Wayne. He posted a 91-87 record at Eastside, including Class 2A sectional championships in 2007 and 2010. He is 156-189 overall. Former Central coach Brent Chitty, who left to take the head coaching position at Columbus East, was 142-139 overall in 13 years at Central. But the Bears have not won a sectional since 2004 and a regional since 1992. Overall, the Bears have won 35 sectional championships and 21 regional titles. Led by Miles, Central will still be a young team next season. "Throughout my years as a coach, you need some senior anchors," Hudson said. "Young guys have to learn on the fly." Current Central assistants Rodney Walker, Jason Lyons and Tom Wuerth have expressed interest in staying on. "In the next few weeks, I will meet with them and put my staff together," said Hudson, who will also consider outside candidates. Five Filters featured article: Headshot - Propaganda, State Religion and the Attack On the Gaza Peace Flotilla. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. | |||
| Posted: 17 Jun 2010 05:52 AM PDT Cabrillo School second through fifth graders particiapted in the Inch & Miles Sportsmanship Tennis Festival for Kids, a life skills program sponsored and administered by the Bay Area nonprofit Harper for Kids. The festival is based on the philosophy of legendary UCLA coach John Wooden. Structured in a fun and engaging format with interactive games and drills, the festival helps children build character, social and leadership skills and develop an active, healthy lifestyle. The youngsters learn about Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success and his message that success comes from "making the effort, 100 percent, to do your best." Cabrillo Principal Scott Carson was courtside for the activities. "It's important that kids learn to accept responsibility for their own actions. So teaching good sportsmanship and how to get along with others and that crucial ingredient of having integrity for their own actions is an important message that kids get in a fun way from the Inch & Miles Festival," he said. Teachers have been reading the book "Inch and Miles: A Journey to Success" by John R. Wooden, Steve Jamison, Peanut Louie Harper and Susan F. Cornelison in the classrooms and learning about each building block as a way of reaching their personal best. "This event was a great way to culminate what we have been teaching the kids this year. Nothing like a hands on lesson ties in all the characteristic traits of the book," said Kiyomi Arai, third grade teacher. Shouts of encouragement and laughter from the children reflected their enthusiasm for the festival. "I think it was a great idea that Coach Wooden made this program for kids at Cabrillo School and other schools," said third grader Cameron Powell."It helps kids learn to be successful—like not being snooty or just wanting to be popular. You need to work hard and be confident and believe in yourself." "I liked learning about friendship." said third grader Francesca Panesi. "It's like cooperation. You have to work together, be nice to one another, be yourself and go with the flow." Third grader Allie Allen nodded in agreement. "I think my favorite part was learning to have a skill, because if you work hard on something then you get to have a skill at it. And this is not only in sports — definitely!" Five Filters featured article: Headshot - Propaganda, State Religion and the Attack On the Gaza Peace Flotilla. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. | |||
| Note to Dems: Please Take E.J. Dionne’s Advice - Commentary Magazine Posted: 17 Jun 2010 02:28 PM PDT E.J. Dionne Jr. is upset and confused. In a column citing an abysmal (for Democrats) NPR poll, E.J. writes that
He then lists some of them: the stimulus bill, the health-care bill, and the deficit. Dionne can't understand how "Republicans who have little to say about how to solve the nation's major problems are dominating the country's underlying philosophical narrative." After all, the problems plaguing America are because government has not been intrusive and active enough. Yet somehow, some way, "the GOP is managing to sell the idea that the big issue in this election should be — government spending." To the modern liberal mind, this is utterly incomprehensible. But there really isn't a mystery to all this. The public has now lived under the rule of the Democrats for 17 months. Voters have seen their philosophy up close and personal. They have seen the indiscipline, the profligacy, the misleading claims, the weakness abroad, and failure piling up upon failure. And they are utterly rejecting it, for a perfectly good reason: contemporary (as opposed to classical) liberalism is a deeply flawed philosophy that extracts a high human cost. Yet this fact creates cognitive dissonance among some liberals. They ignore inconvenient facts and human experience. Their ideology is by definition right. So what liberals and Democrats need to do is to double down, to push for more government and higher spending. They need to take their terribly unpopular message and confidently repeat their talking points two dozen times a day instead of only a dozen times a day. That'll work. Dionne ends his column by writing this:
To which I would say two things: first, for the sake of conservatism and the GOP, I hope — nay, I pray — that Democrats follow E.J.'s advice. It would turn what looks to be a terrible election for Democrats into an epically bad one. And second, Professor Obama and his allies do have a lot to be ashamed of. But not doing more to push their pernicious agenda isn't one of them.
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