Why is NC considering taxing drivers by the mile?

According to an article in today's Charlotte Observer, the NC State Government is considering a "road-use tax". The Observer states that "transportation experts say new GPS technology could allow the state to charge people different rates based on when and where they drive in an attempt to manage congestion. "

The article also goes on to say that it is unlikely that this tax will come in 2009. I understand that the state wants to manage congestion, however, this is not the answer. If the state wants to manage congestion, do what other states like NY have done and grow your transit system. That means more buses, trains, and possibly a train that can take you from Charlotte to Raleigh and vice versa.

Let me know what you think.

The Shame of the Governor of South Carolina

There has been a lot of talk in the news lately of the ridiculous acts of the Gov of IL. Well there is another Gov that is doing injustice to the people of his state, Gov. Mark Sanford (R)-SC. In Sunday's edition of the State Paper (Statewide paper for SC), there is an article that talks about the money allocated in the Obama Stimulus Plan for States. The Gov of SC does not want this money. "South Carolina, among the poorest states, finds itself in the peculiar position of being led by a governor and a U.S. Senator who oppose getting almost $2.5 billion from Washington to repave roads, build schools and upgrade sewer plants-creating tens of thousands of jobs in very hard times." (The State Paper 12-14-08).

The article goes on to say that the benefits under Obama's Economic Plan could fill the state government revenue shortfall and help improve the I-95 "Corridor of Shame". Sanford and DeMint believe that using borrowed money to fix infrastructure is not the answer. Well, here is my answer. I believe that it is a crying shame when you have a state where unemployment is high and health care is low that you don't have the moral judgement under God to accept any type of help to aide American Citizens! The voters of SC should be ashamed of their Governor and their Senator. I understand that SC is a red state and that Republicans rule. However, the time has really come for a change in SC. I urge all voters in SC to start now and to vote for leaders whom have your interest in heart and that will not lead by radical ideology.

The Bush Legacy?

Today, the current President stated that the White House may step in and help to bailout the auto industry. I believe this is good but at the same time he is doing it to save his legacy. What do you think? Leave a comment on the blog

Breaking News. Senate just killed Bail Out Bill for the Big 3

Breaking News on AC 360, the Senate has killed the Bail Out Bill for the Big 3. What do you think this means? I have mixed feelings about this bill. However, it will cause me great pain to see over 3million people lose their jobs. What do you think? Leave a comment on the blog.

The US Government Shares of the Economy have Soared

According to the USA Today, "The government's spending surge to ease the financial crisis and a worsening recession is increasing the federal share of the nations economic activity close to $1 out of every $4, the highest level since WWII." According to this article, do you think the New Deal Part II is here? Are you cutting back this Christmas because of the economy?

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Is the Cloud of Corruption hovering over the Democratic Party?

In the wake of the Gov of Ill being arrested for trying to sell Obama's Senate seat and Congressmen William Jefferson's corruption charges, one has to ask if the DNC is heading down the same road as the RNC. I say they are not but the Democrats have to make sure that they don't make the same mistake as the GOP. They (democrats) must not turn a blind eye to evil and corruption. They must denounce it at all cost.

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Is the Left Wing of the Democratic Party attacking Obama unfairly?

I believe that the Left Wing needs to chill and give Obama a pass. He is doing the right thing by appointing moderate to center people to his cabinet. This is how you lead and this is how you get things done is DC.

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