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Monday, February 28, 2011

PA Chamber endorses Larry Medaglia in 11th Senate race

ChamberPAC, the political arm of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industryy, has endorsed Republican Larry Medaglia for the March 15 special election in the 11th Senate District.

The Chamber cited Medaglia's business experience and his commitment to hold the line on taxes and help bring jobs to Pennsylvania as key reasons for its endorsement.

"Pennsylvania businesses and taxpayers need a senator who understands what it will take to move Pennsylvania forward, and Larry is such a candidate," PA Chamber President Floyd Warner said in a statement. "His business acumen and commitment to pro-growth initiatives are crucial to our membership and our collective mission of fostering a healthy business climate in Pennsylvania. His determination to keep Pennsylvania vibrant and strong economically will benefit his constituents and all Pennsylvanians."

Medaglia, a former small business owner in Berks County and legislative aide to former state Rep. Paul Angstadt, is currently serving his fourth term as Berks County Register of Wills/Clerk of Orphans' Court.

Warner said he welcomed Medaglia's pledge to work to lower the Corporate Net Income tax and phase out the Capital Stock and Franchise tax in an effort to make the Commonwealth more attractive to employers.

Medaglia said he was humbled to receive the Pennsylvania Chamber's endorsement.

"As a state senator, I pledge to meet regularly with business leaders to exchange ideas and develop an action plan to attract new enterprise to Pennsylvania," Medaglia said in a written statement. "It is my goal to also ensure that existing businesses remain strong and viable."

Medaglia has also been endorsed by the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the political action committee of the Pennsylvania Business Council.

He has also been endorsed by Americans For Tax Reform, Citizens Against Higher taxes and the Pennsylvania Taxpayers Cyber Coalition.

For more on Medaglia's campaign visit, http://www.larrymedagliaforsenate.com/

PA Disciplinary Actions Taken Against 40 Licensed, Commissioned Professionals, Organizations

Department of State: Disciplinary Actions Taken Against 40 Licensed, Commissioned Professionals, Organizations

FRC and 60 Pro-Life Groups Send Letters Thanking House of Representatives for Defunding Planned Parenthood

FRC and 60 Pro-Life Groups Send Letters Thanking House of Representatives for Defunding Planned Parenthood

Nothing but the best for the Obamas

Obama's jetset fitness trainer helps shed pounds, adds to global warming | J.P. Freire | Beltway Confidential | Washington Examiner

Jimmy Kimmel Live - Hottie Body Hump Club

Governor Corbett Appoints New Members to Delaware River Port Authority

Governor Corbett Appoints New Members to Delaware River Port Authority

NY Times Skips Inconvenient Facts to Insist on 'Peaceful,' 'Nonviolent' Nature of Wisconsin Protests

MRC.org - Media Research Center: NY Times Skips Inconvenient Facts to Insist on 'Peaceful,' 'Nonviolent' Nature of Wisconsin Protests

Nearly 6 in 10 Give President Obama Negative Job Rating

Almost Six in Ten Americans Give President Obama Negative Job Rating

Will Liberal Civil Rights Leaders Show Up to Debate Allegations of Past Tea Party Racism?

Will Liberal Civil Rights Leaders Show Up to Debate Allegations of Past Tea Party Racism?

How To Fix The Oscars

Ten Easy Steps to a Watchable Oscar Telecast

Obama's Wait Watchers Meeting

Columnist: Obama Not Just Above the Law; He Is the Law

David Limbaugh: Obama Not Just Above the Law; He Is the Law - HUMAN EVENTS

Taxpayer group endorses Medaglia for State Senate

Citizens Against Higher Taxes has endorsed Republican Larry Medaglia in the special election for the 11th District State Senate seat.

The race to fill the remaining two years of the term held by the late Sen. Mike O'Pake features Republican Medaglia against Democrat Judy Schwank. The election is Tuesday, March 15.

From the endorsement announcement by Dr. James H. Broussard, chairman of Citizens Against Higher Taxes:
"Larry Medaglia has shown that he cares first and foremost about the taxpaying families of the 11th Senate district. He has signed the Americans for Tax Reform pledge to vote against any and all net increases in taxation. Judy Schwank has refused to rule out raising your taxes.

Larry Medaglia has pledged to support and vote for the complete elimination of property taxes, the most regressive and unfair of all our taxes. In 2001, Schwank raised voted to raise your county property tax by 18%. Then, in 2005 she raised your property tax again - this time by 34%. That was too much even for her fellow Democratic commissioner, Tom Gajewski. In 2007 he wanted to cut those high tax rates - but Judy Schwank said no.

And here's the worst of it. Even those back-breaking tax hikes couldn't keep pace with Judy Schwank's desperate urge to spend more and more and more taxpayer money. In her time as county commissioner, spending rose by almost $100 million. And since even Judy couldn’t raise taxes fast enough, she borrowed millions upon millions that Berks County families will have to pay back - with interest. One commissioner calculated that Judy Schwank piled up so much debt that Berks County owes more per person than any other county in the state.

In summary, here's what Schwank did as your commissioner: she raised your taxes. Then she raised them again - a total of 52%. Then she voted against cutting those sky-high taxes. Then she drove the county's debt to the highest level per person of any county in the state. Then she walked away from the mess she made, took a job out of the county, and left Berks County families to bear the burden of her high taxes and huge debt.

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett to stump for Medaglia March 3 in Berks County

Republicans see their best chance in nearly 40 years to win a Pennsylvania Senate seat held by Democrats.

That's why the state's top Republican will be in Berks County Thursday to stump for Republican Larry Medaglia in his bid to win a special election in the 11th Senate District.

Corbett to visit Berks to support Medaglia for O'Pake's seat - pottsmerc.com

Columnist: End the Privileged Class

Columnist Mark McKinnon says it's time to end the privileged class of public union members.

End the Privileged Class

Video: Stop Union Corruption

NJ's gov speaks loudly and carries a big stick

A look back at Chris Christie's first year in office and the impact he has had on the national debate.

NJ's gov speaks loudly and carries a big stick | The Daily Caller

Pawlenty on Obama: 'What planet is he from?'

To Tea Party, Pawlenty on Obama: 'What planet is he from?' - The Hill's Ballot Box

The Democrats latest power grab

The demonstrations (and desertion of elected officials) in Wisconsin is not about labor rights. It's about the Democrats clinging to power.

From columnist Charles Krauthammer: The Democrats' strength lies in government workers who now constitute a majority of union members and provide massive support to the party. For them, Wisconsin represents a dangerous contagion.

Rubicon: A River in Wisconsin - HUMAN EVENTS

Stand with Scott Walker

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Mike Malloy Spews: Fox Is a 'Terrorist Organization' That 'Wants to Burn the Country Down'

Mike Malloy Spews: Fox Is a 'Terrorist Organization' That 'Wants to Burn the Country Down'

Columnist: 'Zero tolerance' criminalizing kids

Nat Hentoff examines what happens when common sense dies and government over-regulates.

'Zero tolerance' criminalizing kids - pottsmerc.com

Poll: 46% View Unionized Teachers As a Bad Thing

46% View Unionized Teachers As a Bad Thing, 37% Disagree

Berks Chamber of Commerce endorses Larry Medaglia for state senator

Berks Chamber of Commerce endorses Larry Medaglia for state senator

Columnist: Schwank no shoo-in for O'Pake seat

Republican Larry Medaglia has Berks County Democrats worried about losing a legislative seat they've held for nearly 40 years.

Mary Young: Schwank no shoo-in for O'Pake seat

Only CBS Corrects Dems False Claim Government Shutdown Would Stop Social Security Checks

Only CBS Corrects Dems False Claim Government Shutdown Would Stop Social Security Checks

Weekly GOP Address: Control federal spending



In the Weekly Republican Address, Sen. Rob Portman of Ohio says, "[W]e've had to relearn the lesson we all know in our hearts: you can't spend your way to prosperity. As American families have tightened their belts over the past couple of years and businesses have had to do more with less, the federal government has taken the opposite path, spending more, growing bigger, and becoming more involved in our economy and our lives. This historic failure to control spending directly affects our economy and the ability to create jobs."

Video: Obama's Union Bosses

Top 10 Labor Union Outrages

Top 10 Labor Union Outrages - HUMAN EVENTS

Friday, February 25, 2011

Support Gov. Walker's fight with union mobs

U.S. House of Representatives Sends Clear Message to Administration and EPA: Stop Attacking Coal Jobs

U.S. House of Representatives Sends Clear Message to Administration and EPA: Stop Attacking Coal Jobs

American Legion Defends Sanctity of Marriage

American Legion Defends Sanctity of Marriage

Host A 'Waiting For Superman' Home Viewing Party

Participant Media's Social Action Campaign for "Waiting For 'Superman''' Enlists Thousands Across the Nation to Host Home Viewing Parties of Newly-Released DVD

Pennsylvania Limits Booze Sales During 'State Patty's Day' Activities in State College

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Limits Store Hours, Cancels In-Store Tastings during 'State Patty's Day' Activities in State College

Michelle Malkin: Hate-A-Rama: The Vulgar, Sexist, Racist, Homophobic Rage of the Left

Hate-A-Rama: The Vulgar, Sexist, Racist, Homophobic Rage of the Left - HUMAN EVENTS

Union Perk

Generator shut down at Limerick nuke plant

Pump problems cause generator shutdown at Limerick nuke plant (UPDATED) - pottsmerc.com

State Sen. Dinniman treated for cancer

Pennsylvania State Sen. Andrew Dinniman revealed Friday afternoon he recently had surgery for prostate cancer.

State senator reveals bout with prostate cancer - pottsmerc.com

Has ObamaCare's Chief Cabinet Member Even Read This Law?

Has ObamaCare's Chief Cabinet Member Even Read This Law? - HUMAN EVENTS

'I Want Your Money' Trailer

We're No. 1

Pennsylvania is No. 1 in the nation - when it comes to teacher strikes.

Teachers in a Montgomery County school district will walk off the job next week. Read more about it in The Mercury.

Perk Valley announces teachers strike for March 1 - pottsmerc.com

Find out more about why Pennsylvania is the "teacher strike capital" of the United States at the Stop Teacher Strikes in Pennsylvania website.

Medaglia, Schwank to appear at forum

As the date of the March 15 special election for the 11th State Senate seat draws closer, voters have a chance to meet the candidates at a forum on March 1.

State Senate candidates to appear at forum

Bill O'Reilly: Getting Schooled In Wisconsin

From Bill O'Reilly's new column on the terrible lesson Wisconsin teachers are sending to students by walking off their jobs:
Here's a lesson that is both ironic and sad at the same time. According to the U.S. Department of Education, two-thirds of the eight graders in Wisconsin cannot read proficiently. But assuming the kids are skilled enough to watch TV, they can now see their teachers demonstrating to keep their generous union benefits. So, while things do not seem to be going well in the classroom, any thought of holding teachers somewhat responsible is cause for a protest march.
Read the full column at the link below:

Bill O'Reilly: Bill's Column - Getting Schooled In Wisconsin

Wisconsin unions vs. Governor Walker is a battle for the soul of America

Who poses a bigger threat to the American middle class? Corporate America or Big Labor?

Wisconsin unions vs. Governor Walker is a battle for the soul of America

'Ronald Reagan: Rendezvous with Destiny' Tralier

Your daily dose of liberal media bias

AP Fails to Note That Jan. 2011 Was Worst Single-Month New Home Sales Total on Record

CBO: Jobs Created and Saved By Stimulus Cost At Minimum An Average of $228,055 Each

CBO: Jobs Created and Saved By Stimulus Cost At Minimum An Average of $228,055 Each | CNSnews.com

Business council endorses Medaglia for senate seat

Another major endorsement for Republican Larry Medaglia in the race for the 11th state Senate District in Berks County.

Business council endorses Medaglia for senate seat

What About Bob?

My favorite part of the story: After four years in office, 24 percent of likely voters still don’t know enough about (Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey Jr.) to form an opinion.

Exclusive: More Good News for Casey in Latest Poll

Thursday, February 24, 2011

300,000 Visitors!!!

My site counter has recorded 465,000 page views from 300,000 unique visitors. Thanks for checking out my blog ... and come back again.

The Mercury named to E&P Top 10 papers that 'do it right'

In case you missed it, The Mercury has earned national recognition.

The Mercury named to E&P Top 10 papers that 'do it right' - pottsmerc.com

Did Ed Rendell set a union contract trap for his successor?

Knowning Ed Rendell, I wouldn't put it past him.

The PJ Tatler » Did Gov. Ed Rendell set a union contract trap for his successor?

Analysis: Most Seniors Will See Decreasing Social Security Benefits Through 2013

Analysis: Most Seniors Will See Decreasing Social Security Benefits Through 2013

'Scariest Movie Monster' Revealed

Scariest Movie Monster Revealed

Gun rights group to Holder on ATF Scandal: 'Investigate and Fire, or Resign'

CCRKBA to Holder on ATF Scandal: 'Investigate and Fire, or Resign'

Video: Thanks Union Bosses!



Terrific ad from UnionFacts.com about how Big Labor takes advantage of workers.

Columnist: How Public Unions Spend Your Money

We could solve the funding problem for public education if we used union dues to help schools instead of supporting the lavish lifestyles of union bosses.

How Public Unions Spend Your Money - HUMAN EVENTS

Chamber endorses Medaglia in race for state Senate seat

Business leaders in Berks County are backing Republican Larry Medaglia in the special election for the 11th state Senate District.

Chamber endorses Medaglia in race for state Senate seat

And you thought $4 a gallon was high

Juju's Boo-Boo: ABC Anchor Panics Over Oil Prices Now 'Above $100 Per Gallon'

Someone should tell David Kessler he lost the election

I was driving along Memorial Highway (Route 662) in Oley earlier today when I noticed an odd sign in front of an office building. It read "State Representative David Kessler."

The problem with the sign is that Kessler lost his bid for re-election last November and is no longer representing the 130th State House District.

The new state rep for the 130th is Republican David Maloney, who has district offices in Douglassville and Boyertown, the two most populous parts of his district.

Democrat Kessler moved his offices to Oley, where he lives, for his convenience, while he served four years in the Legislature.

I've heard Kessler took the defeat pretty hard, but it's time to move on. There's no need to confuse residents of the 130th District about who their state rep is.

Citizen Kessler should take down his office signs.

It's not like the signs are etched in marble. A screwdriver is all that's needed to remove Kessler's signs.

Maybe Rep. Maloney, who was a contractor before winning a seat in the Legislature, could help Kessler take down the signs.

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Medaglia for Senate launches TV ad



Video: Medaglia's Opening Salvo

Ann Coulter: Look For the Union Fable

Columnist Ann Coulter makes the case that government workers should not belong to labor unions.

From her latest column:
Democrats are acting as if Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker's demand that public sector employees give up collective bargaining would have George Washington rolling in his grave (a clear violation of Gravediggers' Local 803 regulations concerning the rolling of the dead).

In fact, government employees should never, ever be allowed to organize.
Look For the Union Fable - HUMAN EVENTS

Gun Rights Group Launches Counter-Attack to Bloomberg's Anti-Gun Campaign

CCRKBA Launches Counter-Attack to Bloomberg's Anti-Gun Campaign

FRC to Host Screening of Award Winning Documentary 'Eggsploitation'



FRC to Host Screening of Award Winning Documentary 'Eggsploitation'

The Fuse Is Lit

FRC Condemns Obama Justice Department for Abandoning Marriage Protection Law

Interesting how the Obama Administration has decided not to enforce a law it disagrees with at the same time it is forcing states to comply with Obamacare, a law most states oppose.

FRC Condemns Obama Justice Department for Abandoning DOMA, Urges Congress to Intervene

Obama gets serious about jobs, really

After telling the American public over and over for more than two years that creating jobs is his No. 1 priority, Barack Obama said Wednesday he's finally going to get serious about ... creating jobs.

What is The Chosen One's solution to creating jobs? He's appointed a 22-member committee to study the need to create jobs.

With more than 15 million Americans out of work, the President's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness is finally ready to get to work.

Jonah Goldberg: Public sector unions must go

How does columnist Jonah Goldberg feel about unionizing government workers?

"Public unions have been a 50-year mistake."

Jonah Goldberg on Wisconsin's union battle: Public sector unions must go - latimes.com

Gov. Tom Corbett: No repeat of Wisconsin labor fight in Pennsylvania

Tom Corbett: Corbett on Wisconsin labor protests - latimes.com

FRC Condemns Obama Justice Department for Abandoning DOMA, Urges Congress to Intervene

FRC Condemns Obama Justice Department for Abandoning DOMA, Urges Congress to Intervene

Video: PA's Fiscal Problems

Hands in the cookie jar



See related editorial in The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

Free pancakes at IHOP on March 1

Get free pancakes and give to CHOP, part of National Pancake Day - pottsmerc.com

Columnists: Voters smarter than Obama thinks

Ernest Christian, deputy assistant secretary of the treasury in the Ford administration, and Gary Robbins, who served at the Treasury Department in the Reagan administration, offer an interesting perspective on changing American politics in the Era of Obama.

From a column in Investor's Business Daily:
Having little real-life acquaintance with America and its people, President Obama probably was genuinely surprised by the electoral uprising last November. The voters are smarter than he thinks. Admittedly, in 2008, he talked 69 million of them into voting for an illusion that was not the real him.

But they are catching on fast. Yesterday's cheers are changing to derision — and real fear. Will Obama turn out to be America's first post-freedom, post-prosperity president? Americans do not like being deceived and pushed around. And they will not tolerate having their pockets picked.
New 21st Century Politics: Getting Gov't Out Of Way - Investors.com

Newspaper: Unions And The Right To Work

Who is looking out for taxpayers against greedy Big Labor?

From Investor's Business Daily:
If unions were formed to protect workers from employer abuse, right-to-work laws were created to protect taxpayers and workers from union abuse. States with such laws enjoy higher growth and purchasing power.
Read the full editorial at the link below:

Unions And The Right To Work - Investors.com

Wisconsin Unions vs. The Tea Party: A Classic Double Standard

Wisconsin Unions vs. The Tea Party: A Classic Double Standard

Name That Party

Name That Party: Erratic Rep. David Wu's Party Registration Unnoted by Time's Sullivan

Columnist: Walker should fire striking Wisconsin teachers

Fire Wisconsin teachers | Scott Walker | The Daily Caller

Using Obama's Own Words

Budget cuts, union protests — is Pennsylvania next?

Budget cuts, union protests — is Pennsylvania next? - pottsmerc.com

Bozell Column: The Media on Wisconsin? A Bad Joke

Bozell Column: The Media on Wisconsin? A Bad Joke

Hollywood liberals discover Wisconsin

Leaked Email: Screen Actors Guild Asks Members to Join Anti-Walker Protests in Wisconsin

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Business leaders back Medaglia for State Senate

The Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry has endorsed Republican Larry Medaglia for the vacant 11th Senatorial District.

Medaglia is running in a special election March 15 to fill the remaining two years of the Senate term of the late Sen. Mike O'Pake, who died in December.

Chamber officials made the endorsement announcement at an afternoon press conference at the Chamber headquarters in the Gateway building in Reading.

"I'm honored the Chamber recognizes my commitment to business growth and a strong local economy," Medaglia said in a written statement. "As a State Senator, I will work tirelessly to champion business-friendly initiatives to keep our community vibrant and strong."

Today's announcement follows earlier endorsements received by Medgalia from Citizens Against Higher Taxes and Pennsylvanians for Effective Government. Berks County Commissioners Mark C. Scott and Christian Leinbach have also endorsed Medaglia.

Medaglia currently serves as the Berks County Register of Wills/Clerk of Orphans' Court.

For more information about Medaglia, visit his campaign website at www.larrymedagliaforsenate.com

Look for the union label

Your daily dose of liberal media bias

The headline on the latest Associated Press story on the Wisconsin budget debate: "Wisconsin lawmakers take up bill to cripple unions"

Notice a hint of editorializing by AP editors?

Why not a headline that is more accurate: "Wisconsin lawmakers take up bill to spare taxpayers" or "Wisconsin lawmakers take up bill to bring state from brink of bankruptcy?

It's clear that AP is joined the Obama/Big Labor cabal against the American taxpayer.

Poll: 48% Back GOP Governor in Wisconsin

48% Back GOP Governor in Wisconsin Spat, 38% Side With Unions

Obama silent on Christian persecution

Mainstream Media Fail to Highlight Plight of Afghan Convert to Christianity Facing Death Sentence or Note Obama's Silence

Is pizza a weapon?

Is pizza considered a weapon? Or is there something wrong with our court system when these cases make it in front of a judge?

Chesco judge makes ruling on pizza as a weapon - pottsmerc.com

Newspaper: Obama and the Unions: A Lawless Alliance?



From Investor's Business Daily:
Last month the president called for civility in politics. Yet now he supports the Democratic lawmakers in Wisconsin who unlawfully refuse to do their elected jobs — and the union mobs backing them.
Lawless Alliance - Investors.com

More Dems On The Run

Unable to get their way, Democratic lawmakers in Indiana take their cue from counterparts in Wisconsin ... and head for the hills.

The Indiana Democrat Boogie - HUMAN EVENTS

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Releases Report on Alcohol Misuse Among Youth, Young Adults

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Releases Report on Alcohol Misuse Among Youth, Young Adults

Dems want to give Obama power to shut down the Internet

There's a big difference between the words Democrat and Democracy.

Congressional Democrats are pushing a bill that would give Barack Obama authority to pull the "kill switch" on the Internet.

If that sounds anti-Democratic or anti-American, perhaps you should find out where your Congressional representative stands on shutting down the free flow of communication and information.

Read more about the latest move toward fascism by the far left here.

Obama Has A Hearing Problem

A Daniels-Christie GOP ticket in 2012?

NJ Gov. Chris Christie keeps saying he won't run for president in 2012, so how about vice president on a ticket with Mitch Daniels?

Columnist Michael Barone writes about the growing influence of Daniels and Christie on public policy.

Daniels and Christie Light Fuse Under GOP Lawmakers - HUMAN EVENTS

Official endorses Larry Medaglia for State Senate

A York County official endorses Republican Larry Medaglia in the 11th Senate District special election on March 15.

Letter: Larry Medaglia is a 'servant leader' - Opinion - Berks-Mont News

Monday, February 21, 2011

Democratic prospects for 2012 continue to dim

The election of Barack Obama may have been the best thing that could happen for the Republican Party. Obama's disastrous presidency has revived the GOP, giving it a majority in the House and bringing it closer to a majority in the Senate following the 2010 midterms electi0ns.

And prospects for 2012 keep getting better as Obama continues to stop from one landmine to another.

From Gallup:
Gallup's analysis of party affiliation in the U.S. states shows a marked decline in the number of solidly Democratic states from 2008 (30) to 2010 (14). The number of politically competitive states increased over the same period, from 10 to 18, with more limited growth in the number of leaning or solidly Republican states.
Read more at the link below:

Number of Solidly Democratic States Cut in Half From '08 to '10

Americans Say Ronald Reagan Greatest U.S. President



Ronald Wilson Reagan topped a new Gallup poll asking Americans to name the greatest president. Reagan bested Lincoln, Washington, Kennedy and even media darling Bill Clinton.

Americans Say Reagan Is the Greatest U.S. President

Anybody But Obama

Registered voters are evenly split about backing Barack Obama for re-election in 2012 (45%) or "the Republican Party's candidate" (45%), according Gallup.

Nameless Republican Ties Obama in 2012 Election Preferences

How quickly the MSM forgets the Tea Party

ABC's Bob Woodruff Touts 'Amazing' Union Protests, Downplays Other Side

The 10 Worst Winners In Oscar History

Pretty good list of overated Oscar winners compiled by Kurt Schlichter.

The 10 Worst Winners In Oscar History

Gotham City or Pittsburgh?

Gov. Walker: 'We're broke and we need the money'

Union workers have gone to the well once too often. There's nothing left.

Wisconsin governor: 'We're broke and we need the money' - The Hill's Blog Briefing Room

How Much Do Wisconsin Teachers Get Paid?

The liberal media has attempted to portray Gov. Walker's attempt to balance the budget in Wisconsin as an all-out war on underpaid teachers.

The average salary of Wisconsin school teachers: $52,600.

The average salary of Wisconsin workers: $37,400.

What's wrong with this picture?

Wisconsin Teacher Unions | Teachers Payed Higher Than Average Wisconsin | The Daily Caller

Three ways to file your taxes for free

Three ways to file your taxes for free

FRC Condemns Weakening of Conscience Protections for Medical Professionals

FRC Condemns Obama Administration's Weakening of Conscience Protections for Medical Professionals

Medaglia reaches out to Latino voters



With the City of Reading and its large Hispanic population in the heart of Pennsylvania's 11th Senatorial District, Republican candidate Larry Medaglia makes a smart move to speak directly to voters ... in their native language.

Video: ¡Es Larry Madaglia! PA Senate District 11's First Spanish Language Ad

Government Puts Patients in Harm's Way at Doctors' Offices

Government Puts Patients in Harm's Way at Doctors' Offices

Poll: Where's the change Obama promised?

A new Harris Poll shows American voters have pretty much figured out that all the "hope and change" hoopla was just empty promises from a politician only interested in promoting his far-left agenda.

Changing Opinions About President Obama

Columnist: Mob Mentality, Mob Rules, We All Lose

Notice the difference in coverage by the liberal media of the union mobs in Wisconsin compared to the Tea Party rallies last year?

Mob Mentality, Mob Rules, We All Lose - HUMAN EVENTS

Berks Country Patriots host program on illegal immigration

Berks Country Patriots host program on illegal immigration

Justin Bieber on Health Care

Columnist: Why Libertarians Should Support Social Conservatives

Tony Perkins urges Libertarians to join with conservatives to support traditional family values under attack by the far left.

Why Libertarians Should Support Social Conservatives - HUMAN EVENTS

The War On Taxpayers

The War On Taxpayers - HUMAN EVENTS

Gov. Corbett to campaign for Larry Medaglia

Republicans are pulling out all the stops in an effort to win a special election for Pennsylvania's 11th Senatorial District.

Gov. Tom Corbett will appear at a fundraising luncheon on Thursday, March, 3, on behalf of Berks County Register of Wills Larry Medaglia Jr., the GOP candidate for the vacant Senate seat.

The event will take place at noon at the Reading Country Club in Exeter.

Corbett, who was sworn in as Pennsylvania's 46th governor on Jan. 18, will be making his first visit to Berks County as governor and this might be his first political event since moving into the governor's mansion.

The 11th Senate District seat became vacant when longtime Democratic state Sen. Mike O'Pake died at the end of last year following open-heart surgery.

O'Pake held the seat for 38 years and still had two more years left in his term.

The March 15 special election will fill O'Pake's seat until the 2012 legislative elections.

Republicans see a great opportunity to pick up the seat, which would give them a 31-19 advantage in the state Senate.

Corbett was elected governor last November over Democrat Dan Onorato. One of the major issues in the campaign was taxes. Corbett issued a "no-tax pledge" to voters.

Medaglia has already signed the Americans for Tax Reform's "Taxpayer Protection Pledge."

"Pennsylvanians are overtaxed," Medaglia said after signing pledge. "Our burdensome tax structure hurts individuals and the businesses, which we rely on to create the kinds of jobs that can sustain families in our community."

Medaglia's opponent, Democrat Judy Schwank, raised property taxes for Berks County homeowners and businesses by 52 percent while serving as a county commissioner.

Medaglia, the Register of Wills of Berks County since 1996, has criticized Schwank's "tax-and-spend" policies and promises to uphold his pledge not to raise taxes when he gets to Harrisburg.

"I will oppose any attempt to increase taxes," Medaglia said. "I will make the tough decisions required to reign in the reckless spending going on in Harrisburg and work to create an atmosphere where long-term economic and job growth can occur in Berks County."

For more information about Medaglia, check out his campaign website.

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Top 10 Greatest Conservative Presidents

Top 10 Greatest Conservative Presidents - HUMAN EVENTS

Two more chances to catch 'Journalists Roundtable'

Tony Phyrillas, The Pottstown Mercury's award-winning political columnist, is a guest on this week's edition of "Journalists Roundtable" on the Pennsylvania Cable Network.

The one-hour program, hosted by Kat Prickett, airs Sunday at 11 p.m. and on Monday at 10 a.m. on PCN.

Topics discussed on this week's program are the way Gov. Tom Corbett handled the abortion clinic scandal in Philadelphia, the state's deteriorating infrastructure, education funding and school vouchers, perks for Pennsylvania lawmakers and the special election to replace the late Sen. Mike O'Pake in Berks County.

PCN is Comcast Channel 98 in Berks County, Service Electric Cable Channel 23 in Berks and Lehigh counties and Comcast Channel 186 in the Pottstown area.

Consult your cable guide for the Pennsylvania Cable Network channel in your area or check the PCN website.

Saturday, February 19, 2011

92 House Republicans Vote Against Cutting Government Spending

The Names of the 92 House Republicans That Votes Against Cutting Government Spending

Weekly GOP Address: 'Democrats Ignore Their Responsibilities'

Will It Happen Here?

Of course, she is

Pelosi says she's 'proud' of Wisconsin Democrats who fled - The Hill's Blog Briefing Room

Stand with Gov. Scott Walker

Americans for Prosperity has launched www.StandwithWalker.com, a website where Americans across the country can show their support for Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in his battle with Big Labor to prevent Wisconsin from going bankrupt.

The governor has proposed common-sense reforms to end union collective bargaining and tackle the state's nearly $4 billion deficit, but Democratic state lawmakers have fled the state capitol in an effort to prevent a vote from taking place.

Click on the link below to find out more:

Stand With Scott Walker

Friday, February 18, 2011

Is Obama French?

The great Charles Krauthammer explains why Barack Obama reminds him a French monarch.

Obama More Like Louis XV Than Reagan - Investors.com

Fourth Democratic Senator bails out before 2012

The election is still two years away, but at this rate, will there be any incumbent Democrats left in the U.S. Senate by 2012? Another high-profile Democrat has announced he will not seek re-election.

Sen. Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.) joins Kent Conrad (D-N.D.), Jim Webb (D-Va.) and Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.) in announcing they will not face voters in 2012, which will be a tougher year for Democrats than 2010 ... and we know how well that went for the Dems.

Sen. Bingaman to retire - The Hill's Ballot Box

PBS Tweets Its Love for MoveOn.org

PBS Tweets Its Love for MoveOn.org Campaign Against Conservatives

Putting the Genie Back in the Bottle

Wisconsin Dems flee, union discord grows

How low will Democrats go when things don't go their way? Look for Democratic Wisc. state legislators on the side of milk cartons.

Wisconsin Dems flee, union discord grows

This guy won a Nobel Prize for economics?

Paul Krugman: 'Obama Has Done More to Rein in Deficits Than Any Previous President

Your daily dose of liberal media bias

Networks that Railed Against Rhetoric of Tea Parties Offer No Anger for Hitler, Dictator Signs at WI Protests

Governor Corbett Appoints Regional Office Directors

Governor Corbett Appoints Regional Office Directors

FRC Praises House of Representatives for Removing Federal Funding from Scandal-Plagued Planned Parenthood

FRC Praises House of Representatives for Removing Federal Funding from Scandal-Plagued Planned Parenthood

NIA Projects Multi-Trillion Dollar U.S. Budget Deficits

NIA Projects Multi-Trillion Dollar U.S. Budget Deficits

Poll: 64% of Voters Oppose Government Employee Unions

Clarus Poll: 64% of Voters Oppose Government Employee Unions

Happy Anniversary, Stimulus

Senate Approves Boxer-Snowe Airline Passenger Bill of Rights

Senate Approves Boxer-Snowe Airline Passenger Bill of Rights

Michelle Malkin: Wisconsin vs. Big Labor

Apocalypse Now: Wisconsin vs. Big Labor

'Judy Schwank raised our property taxes 52%'

If you watched "Journalists Roundtable" on the Pennsylvania Cable Network Thursday night, I predicted Republican Larry Medaglia would hammer Democrat Judy Schwank on her record of raising taxes while she served as a Berks County commissioner.

And guess what shows up in mailboxes all over Berks County on Friday? A mailing on behalf of Medaglia with big bold letters stating: "Judy Schwank Raised Our Property Taxes 52%"

Schwank voted for an 18% property tax hike in 2001 and followed it up with a 34% property tax hike in 2004.

The flier reminds voters: "She Raised Our Taxes Before. She'll Do It Again."

The special election to fill the unexpired term in the 11th State Senate District is scheduled for Tuesday, March 15.

"Journalists Roundtable" will be shown again Sunday at 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. and Monday at 10 a.m. on the Pennsylvania Cable Network. Check the PCN website for the cable channel in your area.

For more about the Medaglia campaign, visit his websiste at www.larrymedagliaforsenate.com

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Sen. Rubio on the 2-Year Anniversary of the Failed Stimulus

'Read my lips,' says Boehner in spending showdown with Obama - TheHill.com

'Read my lips,' says Boehner in spending showdown with Obama - TheHill.com

Latest GOP repeal tactic: Starve the IRS

Latest GOP repeal tactic: Starve the IRS - The Hill's Healthwatch

Christie Takes On Obama Over Budget, Entitlements

N.J. Gov Takes On Obama Over Budget, Entitlements - HUMAN EVENTS

Columnist: Obama Budget Offers Inertia, Not Hope and Change

Michael Barone: Obama Budget Offers Inertia, Not Hope and Change - HUMAN EVENTS

Why Does the Left Hate Michele Bachmann?

Why Does the Left Hate Michele Bachmann? - HUMAN EVENTS

Obamaspeak

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Stimulus Two Years Later, Networks Ignore Obama's Failed Job Promise

MRC.org - Media Research Center: Stimulus Two Years Later, Networks Ignore Obama's Failed Job Promise

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Catch Tony Phyrillas on 'Journalists Roundtable'

This week's edition of "Journalists Roundtable," the popular political commentary program on the Pennsylvania Cable Network, will include Tony Phyrillas on the panel.

The one-hour program airs Thursdays at 8 PM and re-airs Sundays at 5 PM and 11 PM as well as Mondays at 10 AM.

This week's host will be Kat Prickett.

The panel will include Tony Phyrillas, city editor/political columnist for The Mercury; Heather Long, of The Harrisburg Patriot-News; and Scott Detrow, of PA Public Radio.

PCN is shown on Comcast Channel 98 in Berks County, Service Electric Cable Channel 23 in Berks/Lehigh counties and Comcast Channel 186 in the Pottstown area.

Consult your cable guide for the Pennsylvania Cable Network channel in your area or check the PCN website.

Smoke and mirrors in Obama's budget?

Smoke and mirrors in Obama's budget? Five examples of creative accounting.

National Press Club Statement on CBS News Correspondent Lara Logan

National Press Club Statement on CBS News Correspondent Lara Logan

Ryan Costello to take oath as Chester County commissioner

Ryan Costello will be sworn in as Chester County newest commissioner on Thursday, February 17, in Courtroom 1 of the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W. Market Street, West Chester.

The oath will be administered at 9:15 a.m. by Chester County Common Pleas President Judge James P. MacElree II.

Costello was appointed to serve the remaining term vacated by Carol Aichele, who was named Secretary of the Commonwealth earlier this year.

Costello is currently the Chester County Recorder of Deeds and has served three years of a four year term. Costello previously served as an East Vincent Township Supervisor from 2002 until 2007.

Costello is also a candidate for a full four-year term on the three-member Chester County Board of Supervisors. Costello and incumbent Republican Commissioner Terrence Farrell have received the endorsement of the Republican Committee of Chester County to run in the May primary election.

Sen. Pat Toomey on the National Debt Limit

Has Bill O'Reilly solved the federal deficit problem?

Has Bill O'Reilly solved the federal deficit problem?

Columnist: The Damage Obama Has Done

A must-read article posted at DickMorris.com showing how much the United States has suffered under the hands of Barack Obama.

From Dick Morris:
The mainstream media does not cover the full extent of the damage the Obama Administration has inflicted on this country. Even FoxNews often doesn’t have the time to go into sufficient depth to explain what is happening.
Check out this must-read article at DickMorris.com

Medaglia delivers knockout blow to Schwank on taxes

The two candidates running in the special election to finish the unexpired term of the late state Sen. Mike O'Pake squared off in a debate Tuesday night.

As expected, Democrat Judy Schwank attempted to downplay her record as a tax-and-spend liberal during eight years as a Berks County commissioner.

But Republican Larry Medaglia hammered Schwank on raising property taxes by 52 percent!

From a story by Mary Young of the Reading Eagle:
"When Judy was a county commissioner, she raised taxes twice, 18 percent in 2001 and 34 percent in 2004, 52 percent total.

"She might argue it was to clean up somebody else's mess. She increased the head count by 240 employees and funded other programs, such as expansion of the jail."
Schwank used the Barack Obama defense of blaming the previous administration.

Schwank can't run from her record of big government and higher taxes. The special election for Berks County's 11th Senatorial District will be held on Tuesday, March 15.

Read the full story at the link below:

Taxes, recovery are special election issues

Belated Valentine From Obama

Your daily dose of liberal media bias

USAT's Davidson Drinks Deeply from the Obamanomics Job-'Generation' Kool-Aid

Borders Files for Bankruptcy

Borders Group Files for Reorganization Relief Under Chapter 11

Michelle Obama: First Lady of Junk Science

Michelle Malkin on that other Michelle:

Michelle Obama: First Lady of Junk Science - HUMAN EVENTS

Bozell Column: The Media's Budget Fantasy Land

Bozell Column: The Media's Budget Fantasy Land

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Berks County Patriots sponsor Immigration Forum



The Berks County Patriots, along with UNITED PA-912 and RePatriot Radio, is sponsoring a forum on immigration Saturday, Feb. 19, at noon at the Leesport Farmers Market.

Nationally known speakers and local elected officials will take part in the discussion of various immigration issues.

Among those scheduled to take part in the forum are U.S. Congressman Lou Barletta, PA State Rep. Daryl Metcalfe, Berks County Commissioner Mark C. Scott, Berks County Sheriff Eric Weaknecht, Ted Hayes of American Black Shield, Anna Gaines of American Citizens United, and a representative of Numbers USA.

The moderator for the forum will be former PA State Rep. Sam Rohrer.

The event is open to the public.

For more information about Berks County Patriots, visit the group's website at http://www.berkscountypatriots.org/

Obama's Pathetic Defense of Budget Deficits

Without a teleprompter, Barack Obama is helpless. He tries to defend his trillion dollar deficits by using an analogy about credit cards ... and flubs it.

Obama Defends Budget and Egypt Response - The Daily Beast

Kimmel Kartoon - Charlie Brown Valentine's Day Special and Jersey Shore

Stephanopoulos Blames Budget Deficit On Bush



Never mind that Barack Obama's budget deficits are triple what they were under George W. Bush. Little George Stephanopolous, a mouthpiece for the Democratic Party masquerading as a journalist, ignores reality and blames the current $14 Trillion debt on Bush.

Stephanopoulos Blames Budget Deficit On Bush

Irina Shayk is the 2011 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover Model



A pretty tame Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition for 2011, don't you think? The cover model actually wears her bikini this year. That's Irina Shayk, a 25-year-old model from Russia.

Irina Shayk is the 2011 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover Model Out Today Across Newsstands, iPad, Galaxy, Web, Mobile and More

Obama Drilling Moratorium Costs U.S. Jobs

Obama Drilling Moratorium | Gulf Oil Drilling Company Bankrupt | The Daily Caller

Obama Budget Gets Mixed Reviews From American Legion

Obama Budget Gets Mixed Reviews From American Legion

The Obama State-Run Media Strikes

Never let the facts get in the way of promoting your agenda.

WaPo, Boston Globe, Others Laughably Trumpet Obama Budget's 'Deep' Cuts to Rein in Deficits'

Obama Makes History

Obama Budget | Deficit Highest Since 1945 | The Daily Caller

A bigger bucket

Americans Learn to Save Again

Americans Learn to Save Again - The Daily Beast

The Impact of Pensions On State Borrowing Costs

The Impact of Pensions On State Borrowing Costs

Gov Corbett Cracks Down on Abortion Clinics

Governor Corbett Announces Changes in Departments of Health, State to Improve Monitoring of Abortion Clinics in Pennsylvania

DUI OK as long as it's on your own time?

Read the last paragraph of this story. Is the Pottstown Borough Manager saying it's OK to drink and drive as long as you don't do it on work time?

Driver in Stowe crash is Amity township supervisor - pottsmerc.com

'Waiting For Superman' released on DVD



Despite an Oscar snub by the liberals in Hollywood, the best documentary of 2010 comes to DVD today.

Video: More people in Pa. using food stamps

A look at what promises of "hope and change' have brought us under the Obama regime. Heckavu job, Barack.

Video: More people in Pa. using food stamps - pottsmerc.com

Monday, February 14, 2011

A breakthrough in protecting the unborn

Nat Hentoff is as liberal as you get, but when it comes to abortion, he joins conservatives in denouncing the killing of unborn children.

The fact that Barack Obama is the most pro-abortion president in U.S. history is the main reason Hentoff did not vote for Obama in 2008 and has already called for his defeat in 2012.

Hentoff sees hope for the unborn in a new tactic states are using to protect children.

It began in Nebraska, where Gov. Dave Heineman recently signed into law the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act.

From a recent column Hentoff:
For the first time in any state legislature, the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act: "Prohibits abortion after 20 weeks gestation except when the mother has a condition which so complicates her medical condition as to necessitate the abortion of her pregnancy to avert death or to avert serious risk of substantial or irreversible physical impairment of a major bodily function."

This year, as versions of the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act are introduced in a number of state legislatures, there will obviously be fierce opposition from local, state and national pro-choice organizations and political figures, as well as President Obama. I expect, however, that this Nebraska breakthrough for pro-lifers may well become law in certain states.
Read the full column at the link below:

Pro-lifers herald a breakthrough - pottsmerc.com

History Channel or Fantasy Channel?

History Channel Bizarrely Credits 1980s Economic Recovery to the 'Reagan Tax Increases'

House GOP ends Pelosi 'Green Capitol' initiative scheme

Next thing you know, the Republicans will pull down that statue of herself Pelosi had erected.

Nancy Pelosi Green Capitol initiative ended by Republican House | The Daily Caller

Does ObamaCare Run Afoul of Antitrust Laws?

Does ObamaCare Run Afoul of Antitrust Laws?

A Valentine for Obama

School tax law is promise unfulfilled

When Ed Rendell signed Act 1, he promised it would bring school property taxes under control. He lied.

School tax law is promise unfulfilled | The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre & Scranton PA

Columnist: The Risk That 2/11/11 Will End up Like Iran's 2/11/79

Michael Barone: The Risk That 2/11/11 Will End up Like Iran's 2/11/79 - HUMAN EVENTS

Senate GOP Leader: Obama budget 'unserious' and 'irresponsible'

McConnell: Obama budget 'unserious' and 'irresponsible' - The Hill's Floor Action

Rep. Paul Ryan on Obama budget: 'Debt on Arrival'

Paul Ryan says Obama punted budget | Debt on Arrival | budget crisis | The Daily Caller

10 Valentine's Day Lessons for GOP Presidential Hopefuls

10 Valentine's Day Lessons for GOP Presidential Hopefuls. - HUMAN EVENTS

The Riddle of the Sphinx

Sen. Toomey blasts Obama's latest deficit budget

Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA) today expressed disappointment with President Obama's latest deficit budget proposal for fiscal year 2012.

From Toomey's office:
"As families across America are cutting back to live within their means, President Obama's budget falls well short in the area of belt tightening. The president's proposed budget for fiscal year 2012 puts taxpayers on the hook for an astonishing $3.73 trillion in spending, increasing the debt by $1.1 trillion on top of a record breaking $1.6 trillion deficit for fiscal year 2011.

"The federal government is suffering from a spending addiction, and if our leaders don’t deal with this problem soon, we all will pay the price. The president's five-year non-security, discretionary spending freeze is too little too late. After a 25% increase in spending since 2008, the president has to offer much more aggressive reductions if we are ever going to get our spending under control.

"To make matters worse, the president's budget increases taxes and completely ignores the drivers of the country's deficit problem — the entitlement programs. As we approach the statutory federal debt limit, it's unfortunate that the president wants Congress to increase it without any budget reforms. Instead, his proposed budget kicks the can down the road while piling higher deficits on our already exploding federal debt.

"We cannot borrow, spend and tax our way to prosperity. The best thing we can do for job creation is keep taxes low and return fiscal responsibility to our government. I had hoped that the president would have taken the steps necessary to put our government on a sustainable fiscal trajectory. Unfortunately, the president's budget represents a failure of leadership at a time when leadership is desperately needed."

Happy Valentine's Day

'Gray Lady Down': A Devastating Critique of The New York Times

William McGowan's 'Gray Lady Down': A Devastating Critique of The New York Times

Economy, Health Care Still Top Voters’ List of Important Issues

Rasmussen Reports: Importance of Issues

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Gov. Corbett to speak at Albright College

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett will deliver the commencement address at Albright College's 152nd commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 22.

Corbett has no ties to Albright College and the Republican governor did not get much support from the heavily-Democratic City of Reading when he ran for governor last November. Corbett did win Berks County by a 59%-41% margin over Democrat Dan Onorato.

Albright College, founded in 1856 in Reading, Pa., is a private college with nationally-recognized liberal arts curriculum.

The school has 1,660 undergraduates, another 500 adult students in accelerated degree programs, and 100 students in the master's program in education.

Read the school's official announcement at the link below:

Albright College News - Pa. Governor Tom Corbett to Speak at Albright College May Commencement

Barack Obama "Uh" Count

Rep. Kampf opens mobile office in Phoenixville

From the office of State Rep. Warren Kampf:
State Rep. Warren Kampf, R-157th Dist., has opened a mobile district office in Phoenixville to better meet the needs of his constituents.

Meetings will also take place on the second and fourth Friday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Phoenixville Borough Hall council chambers.

For additional questions contact Kampf's district office at 215-251-2876.

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Men Vs. Women: Who Wears The Finance Pants?

Men Vs. Women: Who Wears The Finance Pants?

GOP Weekly Address: Obama's out-of-control debt



Federal spending has increased more than 84% under Barack Obama, who has added $3.5 trillion to the national debt.

Poll: 65% of Americans Favor Prayer in Public Schools

Bad news for atheists. A majority of Americans want to see a return of prayer in public schools.

A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that 65% of American Adults favor prayer in public schools. Twenty-four percent (24%) are opposed, while 11% are not sure. These findings show little change from late April of last year.

Read the full poll results at Rasmussen Reports.

'Freakonomics' on DVD



The documentary is now available on DVD.

Rep. Kampf offers assistance for Valley Forge Military College applicants

From the office of State Rep. Warren Kampf:
State Rep. Warren Kampf, R-157th Dist., is currently seeking student applicants from constituents to participate in the Valley Forge Military College Legislative Appointment Initiative.

Each legislative appointee will receive a $12,000 annual scholarship from the school to attend the college.

Financial aid is also available to those who need additional assistance.

Eligible students must have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 or an ACT score of 21, and an overall high school GPA of 2.5. Candidates should also exhibit involvement in sports or other extracurricular activities, demonstrate leadership potential and be service-oriented.

For more information about the program, contact Kampf's district office at 610-251-2876 or visit www.repkampf.com. The deadline to apply is March 1.

Landmark 'Do Not Track Me' Bill to Block Unwanted Spying on the Internet, Says Consumer Watchdog

Landmark 'Do Not Track Me' Bill to Block Unwanted Spying on the Internet, Says Consumer Watchdog

Friday, February 11, 2011

FRC Praises Health Subcommittee's Approval of the 'Protect Life Act'

FRC Praises Health Subcommittee's Approval of the 'Protect Life Act'

ParentalRights.org: Planned Parenthood Attacks the Parental Rights Amendment

ParentalRights.org: Planned Parenthood Attacks the Parental Rights Amendment

Who you calling a socialist?

Columnist: De-Fund the Predators of Planned Parenthood

Michelle Malkin: De-Fund the Predators of Planned Parenthood - HUMAN EVENTS

Medaglia promises not to raise taxes

A bid difference in the race for the 11th State Senate District: Republican Larry Medaglia will not vote for a tax increase; Democrat Judy Schwank voted for a 34% property tax increase while a Berks County commissioner.

Medaglia signs pledge, promises not to raise taxes - Hamburg Area Item - Berks-Mont News

Columnist: How to Avoid the Left Ruining Your Valentine's Day

Jedediah Bila: How to Avoid the Left Ruining Your Valentine's Day - HUMAN EVENTS

Columnist: Ed Rendell, Chick Magnet

Rendell Gossip Unfair to Attractive Women

Never A Good Sign

The Obama-Big Labor Axis of Evil

Unionizing the TSA - Robert VerBruggen - National Review Online

Obama Finds Another Way To Blow $53 Billion

The High-Speed-Rail Boondoggle - Lou Dolinar - National Review Online

Another blow to Obama

House easily approves review of burdensome regs in 391-28 vote - The Hill's Floor Action

Use a machete on federal spending

$100 billion in cuts when this year's federal budget deficit is projected at $1.5 trillion? We can do better than that.

John Boehner | Boehner Spending Cuts Commitment | The Daily Caller

Arizona countersues federal governement over border security

Governor Jan Brewer | Countersues federal governement | Border security | The Daily Caller

Mad for Bieber



The April edition of "Mad," which hits newsstands today, features one of the best covers in the magazine's history.

Columnist: At Super Bowl, God doesn't make the cut

With all the offensive ads shown during the Super Bowl, why would anyone object to a message about faith?

At Super Bowl, God doesn't make the cut - pottsmerc.com

CBO Director: Obamacare Would Kill Another 800,000 Jobs

CBO Director Says Obamacare Would Reduce Employment by 800,000 Workers | The Weekly Standard

Columnist: Ronald Reagan's Real Legacy

Reagan's biggest domestic achievement was the defeat of double-digit inflation, says Robert J. Samuelson.

Ronald Reagan's Real Legacy - Investors.com

The Media's Selective Race Outrage



The Media's Selective Race Outrage

Newspaper: Obama's Big Lie on Taxes

Obama's Big Lie - Investors.com

Pa. teacher calls students lazy whiners

District: Pa. teacher called students lazy whiners - pottsmerc.com

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Ryan Costello named Chester County commissioner

Chester County Recorder of Deeds Ryan Costello got a promotion today.

Costello is the newest member of the Chester County Board of Commissioners, picked from 7 finalists who were interviewed for the post by the county's judges.

Costello, a Republican, will fill the unexpired term of Carol Aichele, who recently joined Gov. Tom Corbett's cabinet.

"I am honored to have earned the confidence and unanimous support of the board of judges to serve as interim Commissioner," Costello told The Mercury shortly after the announcement was made Thursday evening.

Aichele's term runs until the end of the year. Costello is a candidate for a full four-year term on the three-member commissioners' board.

The other two commissioners, Republican Terence Farrell and Democrat Kathi Cozzone, have also announced plans to seek re-election.

Each political party will nominate two candidates in the May primary and the top three vote-getters in the November general election will win seats on the Board of Commissioners.

Republicans have always held the majority on the commissioners' board and a Farrell-Costello team would have the advantage going into November.

Read more about Costello's appointment in a story by reporter Evan Brandt at the link below:

Costello tapped as new Chesco commissioner - pottsmerc.com

Unhinged Liberal Alert: Dylan Ratigan

MSNBC's Dylan Ratigan does his best Keith Olbermann foaming-at-the-mouth imitation.

Isn't it amazing that liberals can't get worked up over the $3.5 trillion in new debt Barack Obama has added over the past three years, but they're running naked through the streets screaming when some Republicans want to cut $50 billion in spending instead of $100 billion.

Last time I checked, $3 trillion is bigger than $50 billion.

Ratigan Unhinged: GOP's 'Moronically Small' Cuts 'Truly a Flea on a Dog's Ass'

'Reaganomics: What We Learned'

Creating jobs isn't as hard as Obama makes it out to be ... if you know what you're doing.

Arthur B. Laffer writing in The Wall Street Journal:
From December 1982 to June 1990, Reaganomics created over 21 million jobs. The right policies can do it again.
Read the full column, "Reaganomics: What We Learned," at the newspaper's website.

Halfway There

ACORN Sprouting Fresh Branches

It's tough to kill a multi-headed snake like ACORN.

ACORN Sprouting Fresh Branches - HUMAN EVENTS

Poll: Obama's Approval Rating on Deficit Sinks to New Low

Obama's Approval Rating on Deficit Sinks to New Low

Brown, Castor endorsed by GOP for Montco commissioner

Incumbent Commissioner Bruce L. Castor Jr. and newcomer Jenny Brown are the endorsed Republican candidates for Montgomery County commissioner.

Turncoat Jim Matthews, who betrayed the GOP four years ago by turning over control of county government to Democrat Joe Hoeffel, is busy cleaning out his desk.

Brown, Castor endorsed by GOP for Montco commissioner (video) - pottsmerc.com

Looney-Left Tunes

Food stamp rolls reach historic levels

How's this for hope and change in Obama's America?

From Stateline.org:
Nationwide, one in seven Americans currently receives help from the government to put food on the table. All but 14 states saw double-digit spikes in the number of people getting food stamps over the one-year period that ended in November 2010. But Idaho had the largest one-year increase in the country: 28 percent, according to the latest government figures.
Read the full report at the link below:

Food stamp rolls reach historic levels

Teen dies in car-truck crash

Another teenager dies in a traffic accident and Pennsylvania still refuses to get tougher with teen driving laws.

Oley Valley senior dies in car-truck crash

Six in Ten Employers Hope Health Care Reform Will Be Repealed

Six in Ten Employers Hope Health Care Reform Will Be Repealed

Top 25 Greatest Christian Films: And the Nominees Are ...

Top 25 Greatest Christian Films: And the Nominees Are...

Poll Shows Need for ''Do Not Track' Legislation

USA Today/Gallup Poll Shows Need for 'Do Not Track' Legislation, Consumer Watchdog Says as Rep. Jackie Speier is Poised to Introduce Bill in Congress