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11-07-2017, 07:09 AM
#5226
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I have been taking a great deal of interest in the talks of Professor Mark Blyth on YouTube. Professor Blyth is a Scotsman who is Professor of Political Economy at Brown University. Amongst other points Professor Blyth states that from 1945 to 1980 all Western governments promoted full employment. This was because all of the politicians remembered the Mass Unemployment and the Great Depression of the Twenties and Thirties. Yes, that's right there were high levels of unemployment in Europe in the 1920s. The Wall Street Crash just made matters worse. In creating full employment they were very successful but when you get full employment you get pressure on wages, i.e; employers keep bidding up wages to attract scarce labour and this leads to inflation.
The rich are most adversely affected by inflation, it reduces the value of their holdings. With the election of Thatcher, Reagan and others of a similar political stripe, all this changed. Central banks were expected to contain inflation to low levels and exchange controls were relaxed so that investors could invest in more profitable foreign markets. The jobs followed the money.
I'm pleased that I've been able to have a modest career in government service but even I was affected by privatisation at the end. For "privatisation" read doing the same job for less money, with greater stress and unrealistic targets in order to make profits for shareholders. I don't live that extravagantly and I find that I can manage on my pension in a part of France where the cost of living is low.
I'm glad I'm not young anymore.
The rich are most adversely affected by inflation, it reduces the value of their holdings. With the election of Thatcher, Reagan and others of a similar political stripe, all this changed. Central banks were expected to contain inflation to low levels and exchange controls were relaxed so that investors could invest in more profitable foreign markets. The jobs followed the money.
I'm pleased that I've been able to have a modest career in government service but even I was affected by privatisation at the end. For "privatisation" read doing the same job for less money, with greater stress and unrealistic targets in order to make profits for shareholders. I don't live that extravagantly and I find that I can manage on my pension in a part of France where the cost of living is low.
I'm glad I'm not young anymore.
11-07-2017, 07:30 AM
#5227
Well, there once was a Time when America was Great. Tis no more, China is taking that one over with Manufacturing. Heck we can't even keep phone support in country but have to send it to India. We used to have the strongest manufacturing base in the world, Yamamoto knew this and was against attacking the US in WWII, and he was right. If that same thing were to happen today, we would be speaking Japanese in no time flat.
Kids today are lazy, if they can't do it with a smartphone or a touch pad, they don't want to do it. Company I work for is having a difficult time finding labor for the warehouses because people just don't want to do physical work unless paid a lot for it. And people wonder why we have immigration issues. I fear our country, and many others like it, will soon fail due to the peoples lack of good hard work practices, and the give me give me attitudes. I hope to hell I am raising my kids to not be that way and to understand that if you want something, you have to work hard for it.
Kids today are lazy, if they can't do it with a smartphone or a touch pad, they don't want to do it. Company I work for is having a difficult time finding labor for the warehouses because people just don't want to do physical work unless paid a lot for it. And people wonder why we have immigration issues. I fear our country, and many others like it, will soon fail due to the peoples lack of good hard work practices, and the give me give me attitudes. I hope to hell I am raising my kids to not be that way and to understand that if you want something, you have to work hard for it.
11-07-2017, 09:15 AM
#5229
No joke, it IS what is needed with today's youth. I am trying to instill a sense of responsibility, work ethic, and pride with my two, however, my wife, love her I do, is 10 years my junior, bless her little heart, and does not have the same ethics as I, and it is reflected in my children as well. There I times I just want to smack them all upside the head. However, as my daughter grows older, some is starting to kick in, and I'm proud to say, BOTH are on the honor roll at school. My son is thinking he want to be an Aeronautical Engineer. That's fine and dandy, but good luck with that. I told him if he really wants to go that route, join the Air Force. I think my daughter may become an artist, she has mad skills.
As for the dude in office, meh, at least it isn't Killary, Trump is transparent, you know what he is, but her, can't trust her with a dead mouse. I am more concerned with the fools in congress, all of them are POS. They are the ones to be concerned with, not wig man.
As for the dude in office, meh, at least it isn't Killary, Trump is transparent, you know what he is, but her, can't trust her with a dead mouse. I am more concerned with the fools in congress, all of them are POS. They are the ones to be concerned with, not wig man.
11-07-2017, 09:25 AM
#5230
I'm sorry but that way of thinking is also a way of NOT really copping with the problems we have . Giving the problem to the " services " is a BIG cope out and when in I hated taking care of someone else's brats because the parents were either to lazy or had no idea how to raise kid's. They sure knew how to make them tho. Sorry for the rant but a good Willow switch on the butt is really what this country needs . RED. .
11-07-2017, 09:33 AM
#5231
When the kid reaches for the pot of boiling water, you say no. He reaches for it again and you say no. Guess what, he will keep reaching for it until you do something that sticks, like smack that hand. Do that today, and go to jail. Way I look at it, what will hurt more, that smack on the hand, or the second or third degree burns when you turn your back and not there to say no when the kid reaches that pot and pulls it down on top of them? Same goes for spanking. I remember when I was a kid, being home alone for a few hours while the parents were out doing some shopping, or having a dinner alone. I was responsible enough at 11 to be home alone without getting into trouble, but today, you leave a kid alone for 30 minutes and DCFS is at your door threatening to take them away. They have to be 14 YO now to be home alone. My kids are responsible enough that I don't need to worry about them being home 30 minutes after school before an adult gets home, but DCFS doesn't care.
Dayum Hippies, I blame them for the mess we are in.
Dayum Hippies, I blame them for the mess we are in.
11-07-2017, 03:31 PM
#5232
Grandson
Unfortunately your grandson is not unique. We live in a different world compared to when we were kids. I agree that the military is a good choice. He WILL put that tool back if he serves.Hard enough to make a living today. Being a college graduate pretty much guarantees you a counter job at McDonalds.The military can prepare him for something that is relevant in this society. Glad I'm old and won't witness whats coming to this country. I wish you good luck.
11-07-2017, 04:16 PM
#5233
The military has enough problems without sending your brat. I spent most of my adult life in the military retired a Msgt. The last year I was crewing out a young 2 striper because he didn't want to do what his NCO told him. When he started crying is when I knew it was time for me to retire. So don't sent your problems the service, it is not the same.
Rich
Rich
11-07-2017, 04:23 PM
#5234
11-07-2017, 10:16 PM
#5235
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I was of course being facetious. Apologies for my ironic British sense of humour.
Some youngsters change when they leave home and have to manage everything themselves. I have seen my niece change from someone who spent all of her money on clubbing and shoes into a mature woman who holds down a responsible job in local government. She is also the mother of two adorable little kids and has learned to cook to a very high standard. Her husband, a plumber and central heating fitter, also likes to cook. I'm looking forward to spending Christmas with them!
She still likes buying shoes mind!
Some youngsters change when they leave home and have to manage everything themselves. I have seen my niece change from someone who spent all of her money on clubbing and shoes into a mature woman who holds down a responsible job in local government. She is also the mother of two adorable little kids and has learned to cook to a very high standard. Her husband, a plumber and central heating fitter, also likes to cook. I'm looking forward to spending Christmas with them!
She still likes buying shoes mind!
11-08-2017, 05:00 AM
#5236
Thread Starter
No joke, it IS what is needed with today's youth. I am trying to instill a sense of responsibility, work ethic, and pride with my two, however, my wife, love her I do, is 10 years my junior, bless her little heart, and does not have the same ethics as I, and it is reflected in my children as well. There I times I just want to smack them all upside the head. However, as my daughter grows older, some is starting to kick in, and I'm proud to say, BOTH are on the honor roll at school. My son is thinking he want to be an Aeronautical Engineer. That's fine and dandy, but good luck with that. I told him if he really wants to go that route, join the Air Force. I think my daughter may become an artist, she has mad skills.
As for the dude in office, meh, at least it isn't Killary, Trump is transparent, you know what he is, but her, can't trust her with a dead mouse. I am more concerned with the fools in congress, all of them are POS. They are the ones to be concerned with, not wig man.
As for the dude in office, meh, at least it isn't Killary, Trump is transparent, you know what he is, but her, can't trust her with a dead mouse. I am more concerned with the fools in congress, all of them are POS. They are the ones to be concerned with, not wig man.
11-08-2017, 06:31 AM
#5237
Beats me, all the fuss over her seems to be a smokescreen for something else. She has loss, is not seen as running again in the future, appears to be somewhat retired from politics, and is totally irreverent from a political view. Why keep bringing her up? It seems like desperate men grasping at the thinnest of straws to deflect from their own crimes and misdeeds. Its like they are so desperate have an enemy to demonized but they don't have one so they are trying to manufacture one.
11-08-2017, 10:47 AM
#5238
I usually prefer staying out of on-line political commenting, because overall people get riled up and in reality accomplishes nothing. That said, it goes deeper than just her. If the Dems had their selection process work properly as it should instead of stacking the deck, the Bern would have been president instead of the Don. They were focused more on agendas than what is right for the people, that's where the problem lies. Gone is support for the working class. It wasn't that way 50 years ago.
11-08-2017, 11:50 AM
#5239
When It was her vs Obama, I pulled for her, but then when Benghazi came up, and the email server, and all the other shenanigans, she just lost all trust I would have had for her over Trump. In the end, we will all be screwed no matter who is there as Congress is where it all happens, and both parties are so screwed up, that it will all come to a crashing end. At least the economy is going good.
11-08-2017, 10:19 PM
#5240
Senior Member
11-09-2017, 05:05 AM
#5241
Thread Starter
I agree, Political comments should not be made on line as it is mostly misunderstood or the fervor for ones Party blinds one from the truth. BUT! when I see a comment made with no real reasoning behind it I have to resist making comment.
As to Hillary, in hind site now that the situation is what it is and the truth is A supreme mistake in judgement has been made by the people, are we going to make the same mistake again in 2018? we can plainly see certain leaders crowed for years as to how it should be done and when their turn came up they couldn't even explain what was needed and had no plan what so ever yet they keep getting their jobs back.
Why is it those that were in office when the economy crashed still hold a position of leadership? they are obviously incompetent. I was getting ten percent on my savings account in the 80's until the so called leaders failed us and it seemed we the people didn't even notice ...................................A wake up call is in order, my hope is we the people stand up straight and listen for the pop so we can open our eyes to the truth.
As to Hillary, in hind site now that the situation is what it is and the truth is A supreme mistake in judgement has been made by the people, are we going to make the same mistake again in 2018? we can plainly see certain leaders crowed for years as to how it should be done and when their turn came up they couldn't even explain what was needed and had no plan what so ever yet they keep getting their jobs back.
Why is it those that were in office when the economy crashed still hold a position of leadership? they are obviously incompetent. I was getting ten percent on my savings account in the 80's until the so called leaders failed us and it seemed we the people didn't even notice ...................................A wake up call is in order, my hope is we the people stand up straight and listen for the pop so we can open our eyes to the truth.
11-09-2017, 05:38 AM
#5242
we can plainly see certain leaders crowed for years as to how it should be done and when their turn came up they couldn't even explain what was needed and had no plan what so ever yet they keep getting their jobs back. Why is it those that were in office when the economy crashed still hold a position of leadership? they are obviously incompetent.
11-09-2017, 05:48 AM
#5243
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Hey folks. Sorry for intruding.
I am a 12 year old boy who is an rc addict.
I have a Trex 600 Nitro, Electric Apprentice, Bixler 2 & 3, Electric OV-10 Bronco, Custom P-51 Mustang Nitro, Great Planes Avistar and a Turbine F-16 Falcon.
I would like to admire you people as you folks were the supporters of this wonderful hobby when it was just stating.
Keep it up people.
I am a 12 year old boy who is an rc addict.
I have a Trex 600 Nitro, Electric Apprentice, Bixler 2 & 3, Electric OV-10 Bronco, Custom P-51 Mustang Nitro, Great Planes Avistar and a Turbine F-16 Falcon.
I would like to admire you people as you folks were the supporters of this wonderful hobby when it was just stating.
Keep it up people.
11-09-2017, 06:03 AM
#5244
Senior Member
Living in Burlington Wisconsin, home of the world famous Burlington Liars club,(Our only claim to fame), I've come to realize the wisdom of the founders of that renown institution when they banned all politicians. The competition is for amateurs. But when I listen to any politician trying to peddle him or herself as the best we have, if that's true, the whole human race is in trouble. They all sound like they got their degrees from an institution for the mentally diabled.
Rich
Rich
11-09-2017, 10:54 AM
#5247
I agree, Political comments should not be made on line as it is mostly misunderstood or the fervor for ones Party blinds one from the truth. BUT! when I see a comment made with no real reasoning behind it I have to resist making comment.
As to Hillary, in hind site now that the situation is what it is and the truth is A supreme mistake in judgement has been made by the people, are we going to make the same mistake again in 2018? we can plainly see certain leaders crowed for years as to how it should be done and when their turn came up they couldn't even explain what was needed and had no plan what so ever yet they keep getting their jobs back.
Why is it those that were in office when the economy crashed still hold a position of leadership? they are obviously incompetent. I was getting ten percent on my savings account in the 80's until the so called leaders failed us and it seemed we the people didn't even notice ...................................A wake up call is in order, my hope is we the people stand up straight and listen for the pop so we can open our eyes to the truth.
As to Hillary, in hind site now that the situation is what it is and the truth is A supreme mistake in judgement has been made by the people, are we going to make the same mistake again in 2018? we can plainly see certain leaders crowed for years as to how it should be done and when their turn came up they couldn't even explain what was needed and had no plan what so ever yet they keep getting their jobs back.
Why is it those that were in office when the economy crashed still hold a position of leadership? they are obviously incompetent. I was getting ten percent on my savings account in the 80's until the so called leaders failed us and it seemed we the people didn't even notice ...................................A wake up call is in order, my hope is we the people stand up straight and listen for the pop so we can open our eyes to the truth.
11-09-2017, 11:33 AM
#5248
Agreed! All for term limits. Congress was never meant to be a full time job! With the way the government is now, the Constitution will be extremely difficult to enforce when the SHTF. Hard to use the Second Amendment when the military has more firepower and is under Government control.
11-09-2017, 01:48 PM
#5249
Thread Starter
Gentlemen you must be careful!..your comments are making too much sense, you will confuse someone. lets's see, what would happen if the politicians did not serve more than eight years and did not get lifetime retirement, just social security benefits the same as everyone? and could not become lobbiest for ten years after leaving office, And, we dump the delegate system and only the popular vote got you into office?..........a certain twitterer would not be in power this day! It provides a Far too easy way of manipulating the vote.
Mister ZARVAN
You are welcome and like telemaster said we could use some help with these new transmitters.
G. Ghostler
I wonder if anyone payed any attention to the article you posted? It is a shame when the truth depresses you...............https://www.paulcraigroberts.org/201...-incompetence/
Mister ZARVAN
You are welcome and like telemaster said we could use some help with these new transmitters.
G. Ghostler
I wonder if anyone payed any attention to the article you posted? It is a shame when the truth depresses you...............https://www.paulcraigroberts.org/201...-incompetence/
