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Financial Regulation Bill – I am a firm believer in keeping the government out of our business but………

By Common Sense Republican
ATM machine

This new financial regulation that has been passed doesn’t surprise me.  It is absolutely no surprise that Congress would intervene in something that banks have been abusing for years now.  I don’t begrudge any company a profit and a healthy one at that.  I like to see extremely profitable companies.  In fact I am a raging Capitalist when it comes... »

Arlen Specter becomes Democrat

By Common Sense Republican

Here is a classic example of why we need term limits in Congress. Arlen Specter's decision to change party affiliation is clearly based on the desire to keep his power.  It is not based on his political beliefs.  This is a perfect expample of the lust for power that drives so many American politicians.  The truth behind the matter is that... »

Worried about America’s economic future

By Common Sense Republican

I am writing now to alleviate a little stress. I have been stressing out today over the stock market. The S&P 500 was down about 7% today at the close. My wife and I lost a substantial amount of money in our primary retirement account. A couple of days ago, I tried to move all of... »