Wednesday, April 29, 2009

S & L Scandal, TARP scandal; what are the connections?

PERSONAL

I awoke this morning at 6:45am to a 3- after a good 9+ hours of sleep. It is a wet morning, I put out my flag, I then settled into my chair, with my back cast, I checked my e-mail, a report is in my POLITICAL section. I then started my massages and a review of C-span, CNBC, CNN and the local news for blog fodder. I am going to try to make the Retirements party at the hall this afternoon but after the busy day yesterday at Salem for the Workers Memorial Day function I am not sure.

After combining Brandee's Birthday and mine on some Keno tickets at certain strategic times during our road trip to the coast I figured the split between MS, Judi's team (Wally's Walkers) and the March of Dimes (Brandee's efforts). I had to go back to a past post to get a direct link for Wally's Walkers, but the donation link worked fror both and they were both thankfull for the $300 split. To those who would not be seen Brandee, and (March of Dimes thanks you) and Judi (MS thanks you) and I also.

POLITICAL

Baracks 100 day report:

William --

Tomorrow will mark the President's hundredth day in office. A lot of attention will be given to this largely symbolic day, and the truth is that what we do every day after it will be just as important -- if not more. But our accomplishments in this time have been remarkable, and they're having real effects on people and communities throughout the country.

You built the movement that made this possible, and it's up to you to show Americans that real change can happen when ordinary citizens work together.

Explore this interactive map to learn about the progress we've made in the last 100 days and the stories of real Americans whose lives have already been touched. Then spread the word by passing it along to your friends and family.


With the country in crisis, the President took office and acted quickly to restore confidence and stability to our economy. But just as important were the steps we've taken toward building a new foundation for our prosperity, so that we never go back to the system that led us to crisis in the first place.

In just one hundred days, we've made crucial investments to create jobs and improve education, energy, and health care. All of this is a down payment for a new economic vision -- one where skilled workers fuel our economy rather than debt and speculation; one where American leadership on clean energy fuels 21st century innovation; and one where families and businesses are no longer weighed down by crushing health care costs.

Delivering on the promise of change is the reason we built this movement. Now, President Obama is counting on all of us to build support for this foundation and create a lasting recovery for America.

Take a look now at these critical first steps we've taken together and pass it on for others to see:

http://my.barackobama.com/100days

This new direction would not have been possible without you. But our biggest tests are yet to come, and the future is ours to shape. Let's seize this moment together so history will show that, at this defining crossroads, a generation of Americans put their country on the path to long-term security and prosperity.

Thank you,

David Plouffe

I am only giving him a strong B because on Saturday I hope to make the Muster at the Memorial Coliseum for those brave and devoted Oregon National Guard men and women being deployed to Iraq, or where ever. Personally I'd rather they were here to be of service for Oregon. Also, what could he possibly have seen in Judd Gregg, now that was a definite lapse in Judgement as far as I'm concerned.

This is worth a third mention I was sure pleased to se our own Senator Merckley on C-span. Commenting on those “vultures” in the Banking industry, and after I returned home that other Illinois Senator was speaking on that issue and his attempt to do something about it.

FROM YESTERDAY

If any one is watching from Washington; the state or DC; I have a question. My sister has a mortgage currently with Wells Fargo with an interest rate currently over 7%. She did hear from them WF that the president (OBAMA) has a new plan to help her She was told they could refinance down to a 5% mortgage and they would send her the paperwork. The paper work offered an ARM that could go as high as 8%. I told her to package the paperwork and go visit the local office of her Congressman, Brian Baird or the Vancouver offices of either or both Senators. She thinks & I agree, WF is using the housing crisis, and the (OBAMA) housing program as a scam. I sure hope SOMEONE can tell me that President Obama is not part of this scam?

Coast Guard issues final decision for Bradwood Landing terminal to FERC
 
Coast Guard determines that the Columbia River is suitable for LNG carriers, provided its recommendations regarding safety and security are implemented.
 
APRIL 24, 2009, PORTLAND, Ore. - The U.S. Coast Guard today issued a Letter of Recommendation and Record of Decision for the Bradwood Landing LNG Terminal

Well; I cancelled my NCA appointment and we went straight to Salem for the dedication. It was raining buckets all the way down but stopped just as we made it to the Mall. Governor Ted Kulongoski was the featured speaker and he did a real good job, hopefully I can make muster Saturday and I will be hearing him again. It was great to see everyone and ALL the speakers were great. I thought Steve Lanning and his crew did a wonderful job.

I also came home to the news that Senator Arlen Specter has decided he is a Democrat. Does that mean he will return to being an “Employee Free Choice Act” co-sponsor?

I'm not sure if Ron still checks out my blog, but in case he dosen't I told Barbara I thought he was doing a good job and his appearance on the Rachel Maddow show went really well.

It does appear Congress is going try to find out who is at the bottom of the “financial” fiasco. I appreciate them investigating, and as much as it sounds like the may find Bernie Madoff some where in there, It does seem like a Banks run Ponzi scheme, and the similarities in the Savings and Loan Sacandal of the past, I'm sure the Bush name won't be the only thing tieing those two scandals together; Ya Think?

SPORTS

That Blazer game last night was exiting. I really think those young guys have been playing really good 5 on 8 basketball, can they keep it up? You gotta believe!

Those Mariners are off to a wonderful start, with that Manager who's name I still can't spell or pronounce. With 2 players from Montana they SHOULD be able to go all the way.

Cubbies are off to a good start too.

C0MMUNITY ORGANIZERS

One more time; I have to repeat this for those that did not know..........The Maersk Alabama was the American Flag Ship attacked by Somali pirates that was in the news for days a while back. I really think our donations helped get this out so quickly, Thank You.

Again here is a cool update from American Rights at work, this interview is on the website:

As John Cronan, Third Engineer of Maersk Alabama, says:
"We are American seamen. We are union members. We stuck together, we did our jobs. And that's how we did it."

NWOLC's Labor Appreciation is coming up, I hope you all have your tickets!

The Helena AOH is still raising funds for their to-do, The Meagher Memorial at Fort Benton Montana. Donations can be sent to The Meagher Memorial at PO Box 1916; Helena Montana 59624. With the many Irish followers I have, maybe I can give them some aid.

I always thought Grampas, and Momas, were supposed to be doing the bragging? I thought I knew a lot about the Jewish faith, considering I have a number of Jewish friends, but they never told me that baby bragging was also a poppas responsibility. A yes Momma I too can read that much spanish. http://wyattgabriel.blogspot.com/ Gramma got home and called yesterday and it appears the Brag Bug is contagious.

For those that contacted the “Spirits” on the mountain and at the coast, thank you. Help if you can, and may the “spirits” be with you:

http://marchforbabies.org/personal_page.asp?w=21019798&u=brandeenull&bt=2

Keep those ads going Mary Beth Maxwell, http://www.americanrightsatwork.org; now if Senator Spector want's to show he is a real democrat he can go back to being a co-sponsor.

If you know of any women, young or old and interested in what else is out there for different careers I would encourage you to save the dates for the Women in Trades Fair, May 14,15,16 check out http://www.tradeswomen.net

OTHER STUFF AND COMMUNICATIONS

I hope everyone can share the American Rights at work website so my small donation can be utilized to it’s fullest extent. I did send them second small donation, because they are still doing the Lords work.

Please, You can share the American Rights, the MS walk, the March of Dimes walk and the recovery websites; so my taxes and donations can be utilized to their fullest extent.

Whether you attend a church service, a Mosque, G & L gathering, or Synagogue service, please say a prayer that God; yours, mine or ours; keeps our service men and women in the Palm of their hand. And maybe even a big prayer for my nephews Daniel and Christopher and all their family. And all those Oregon Guard soldiers mustering on Saturday at the Coliseum, for their Iraq Tour.

Mike; I'm in the late 1700's; good times for the first americans (WHO ACTUALLY FORMEDA UNION)and I'm feeling 4.

Now don't forget, say your prayers, and I'll see you next time on my blog.

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