The 600 baseball writers who vote for the Baseball Hall of Fame have shown their true colors. They are a group of self-righteous and sanctimonious punks. Not voting Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds into Cooperstown diminishes the value of that museum, leaves out significant parts of baseball history and makes other deserving players unnecessary collateral damage. The voting process is a farce and needs to change.
The baseball writers are the only Hall of Fame voters instructed to consider character and moral fiber when casting their ballots. But who in the hell are they to judge anyone's character or life? Make no mistake, the time will come when each and every one of us faces that very judgment. But it is not here. And certainly not by a group of arrogant baseball writers. But riddle me this, if character and moral fiber are so important, why is there a racist, antisemitic alcoholic and beer guzzling womanizer in Cooperstown? Just curious.
Barry Bonds is baseball's all-time homeruns leader with 762. Say what you want about how he got there, performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) or not, it's in the record books. It's fact. Bonds also owns the single-season homerun record with 73. He is third all-time in runs batted in (RBIs) with 1996, second in extra-base hits (1440), first in intentional base-on-balls (688), finished his career with a .298 batting average and also stole 514 bases. He won seven Most Valuable Player awards, eight Gold Gloves and was voted to the all-star team 14 times. Are not those Hall of Fame numbers?
Roger Clemens is one of this generation's greatest and most electrifying pitchers. Clemens, aka "The Rocket", finished his career ninth on the all-time wins list with 354, third all-time in strikeouts (4672) and had a career earned-run average of 3.12. He compiled seven Cy Young awards, one MVP award and was named an all-star 11 times. Like Bonds, Clemens has Hall of Fame numbers.
Both Clemens and Bonds have come under attack for alleged use of PED's during their career. The allegations came during a time when baseball had no mandatory drug testing and therefore there is nothing but speculation to use as the basis for any judgment of how their statistics and accomplishments were achieved.
I mentioned earlier other players have and will become collateral damage because of Bonds and Clemens. Let me give you one very good example: Mike Piazza. Never once has his name been associated with and PEDs. It appears everything he accomplished he did through hard work and talent. Among catchers, he is the all-time leader in homeruns (427), racked up 1335 RBIs, 2127 hits and a career batting average of .308. He was National League Rookie of the Year and a 12-time all-star. Not bad for a 62nd round pick drafted as a favor to then manager Tommy Lasorda. Piazza has numbers worthy of Cooperstown based on the position he played and the numbers he put up. He received just over 50% of the vote in 2013. To make it to Cooperstown a percentage of 75% is needed. Piazza is looked at with caution because he played during the "steroid era". Just another example of how wrong the voting is for enshrinement into Cooperstown.
The truth is, Bonds and Clemens but butts in the seats in every stadium across America. I paid to see Clemens pitch against the Pirates when he was a member of the Houston Astros. Barry's chase for 70 homeruns and then the run to 756 brought baseball fans of all ages together, regardless of whether they were cheering for or against Bonds. They are part of baseball history, legend and lore. Keeping them out of the Hall of Fame is telling an incomplete version of the history of America's Pastime. The baseball writers need to get over themselves and vote for what's best for baseball, and that is enshrining Barry Lamarr Bonds and William Roger Clemens into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York.
Friday, January 11, 2013
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
If I Were Santa Claus...
These are some gifts I would have delivered...
Lindsay Lohan: Her own island. If she has her own island, there is no reason for her to own a car. So she can be as drunk as she wants whenever she wants.
PBS: Commercials. It's the 21st century. Adapt.
George Lucas: a Neurolizer
Wiz Khalifa: a new hometown. Seriously, how many of you Pittsburghers out there actually claim Wiz as one of us?
Tingles Matthews: some Ben Gay to help whatever is ailing that leg
Chris Brown: Three rounds with Wladimir Klitschko. Go ahead Chris, throw a punch now.
UAW: A bill for the money lost on the GM bailout
Rachel Maddow: I can't be mean on Christmas... on to the next one
New York City: A new mayor
Taylor Swift: relationship counseling
Nicolas Cage: A good script.
Ron Paul: an apology from the RNC
I hope you all had a great Christmas and got everything you wanted!
Lindsay Lohan: Her own island. If she has her own island, there is no reason for her to own a car. So she can be as drunk as she wants whenever she wants.
PBS: Commercials. It's the 21st century. Adapt.
George Lucas: a Neurolizer
Wiz Khalifa: a new hometown. Seriously, how many of you Pittsburghers out there actually claim Wiz as one of us?
Tingles Matthews: some Ben Gay to help whatever is ailing that leg
Chris Brown: Three rounds with Wladimir Klitschko. Go ahead Chris, throw a punch now.
UAW: A bill for the money lost on the GM bailout
Rachel Maddow: I can't be mean on Christmas... on to the next one
New York City: A new mayor
Taylor Swift: relationship counseling
Nicolas Cage: A good script.
Ron Paul: an apology from the RNC
I hope you all had a great Christmas and got everything you wanted!
Saturday, December 22, 2012
I Have Solved The School Safety Problem
I had a fantastic idea pop into my last night. And just between all of us, it is one of my more amazing ideas, and that is saying something. I can solve school security issues and eliminate pissed off airline travelers with one simple act: eliminate the TSA.
I'm sure you all understand how that fixes the latter of the two issues. But how does it help with school security? It's simple. The TSA's budget for 2012 was approximately $7.1 billion dollars, with about $1.2 billion of that coming from taxpayers. If the TSA is eliminated, that money is opened up for other use. So, take that $7.1 billion and turn it into grants for schools who wish to hire security personnel. And in an effort to promote the hiring of veterans, if any school wishes to hire veterans as their security, they get extra funding.
To me this requires no debate. Eliminating the TSA, who spend most of their day groping old ladies and bullying kids in wheelchairs, will increase commercial flight passengers and cut down on lengthy waits and other aggravations at airports. Seriously, airport security and walk through metal detectors is adequate enough security at an airport. The $7.1 billion being wasted by the TSA would be better used towards protecting American schools from unspeakable acts like Newton.
Now more than ever we must find a way to protect our schools and the children and teachers in them. Turning the TSA budget into grant money for schools who want security on site is a simple, common sense approach to making schools safer. I can't think of a single case where the TSA stopped a terrorist. I'm sure that's because they are too busy trying to be politically correct and "randomly" searching grandma and handicapped kids. Nevertheless, it's time to focus on a real problem in America: school safety. So disband the TSA and focus on the children. This approach is simple, smart and does not stomp on anyone's Second Amendment rights. So, let's make 2013 about real change in our priorities and show the children they are number one on all our lists.
I'm sure you all understand how that fixes the latter of the two issues. But how does it help with school security? It's simple. The TSA's budget for 2012 was approximately $7.1 billion dollars, with about $1.2 billion of that coming from taxpayers. If the TSA is eliminated, that money is opened up for other use. So, take that $7.1 billion and turn it into grants for schools who wish to hire security personnel. And in an effort to promote the hiring of veterans, if any school wishes to hire veterans as their security, they get extra funding.
To me this requires no debate. Eliminating the TSA, who spend most of their day groping old ladies and bullying kids in wheelchairs, will increase commercial flight passengers and cut down on lengthy waits and other aggravations at airports. Seriously, airport security and walk through metal detectors is adequate enough security at an airport. The $7.1 billion being wasted by the TSA would be better used towards protecting American schools from unspeakable acts like Newton.
Now more than ever we must find a way to protect our schools and the children and teachers in them. Turning the TSA budget into grant money for schools who want security on site is a simple, common sense approach to making schools safer. I can't think of a single case where the TSA stopped a terrorist. I'm sure that's because they are too busy trying to be politically correct and "randomly" searching grandma and handicapped kids. Nevertheless, it's time to focus on a real problem in America: school safety. So disband the TSA and focus on the children. This approach is simple, smart and does not stomp on anyone's Second Amendment rights. So, let's make 2013 about real change in our priorities and show the children they are number one on all our lists.
Saturday, December 15, 2012
My thoughts on the Newtown tragedy
I have been relatively silent on the shooting in Newton, Connecticut. I wanted to give myself 24 hours before putting my thoughts down here. Let me start with the most important words.
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers go out to the town of Newtown and the Sandy Hook families. I cannot imagine the horror and pain being felt throughout your community right now. From the bottom of my heart, I express my deepest sorrow for your loss.
Now, as much anger as I have towards the individual responsible for this sick and cowardly attack, I am even angrier at the anti-gun zealots. These degenerates couldn't even wait until parents had been informed their children had been murdered. Minutes after this shooting occurred, these idiots were out there wiping their collective asses with the Second Amendment. People, more gun control isn't the answer. It's the problem.
Imagine if you will, what Friday, December 14th would have been like if a couple Sandy Hook teachers had been armed. I understand no one believes a tragedy like this could ever happen in their community, but with 31 school shootings in America since 1999, it can. The high school I went to had unarmed security during my years there. Let's be realistic, unarmed security in a best-case scenario is a witness. I'm sure you all know what the other scenario would be. That high school now has walk-through metal detectors and police officers on site all day. Now, for a smaller community, that may be a bit much. Which brings me back to my original point.
What if school teachers were permitted to be armed? If teachers with a legal permit and proper training were present in all school, school shootings would all but disappear. These shootings occur because criminals know ahead of time no one in that building can shoot back. (The same is true of most American malls, a place where other mass shootings seem to occur most often.) This country must allow law abiding and handgun trained individuals to have their weapons in as many places as realistically possible. I do understand in some places, such as airports and courthouses, it's not realistic and that's fine. Those places have armed personnel on site. But a mall guard with pepper spray and a walkie-talkie isn't going to be a match against someone with a Glock. However, a shopper with a Smith & Wesson most certainly will be, The same is true of schools and universities. We must have more good people with legal handguns and proper training to have them available at all times. It is the only way to prevent future tragedies like Newton.
Now a few words about the gunman.
I am glad that bastard is dead and I hope Satan and his minions are developing a very special place for him in Hell. It doesn't matter how unstable or psychotic a person is. They know the difference between children and adults. And if your intention is to commit suicide, why kill other people first? Wake up in the morning and just get it done. (However, I'd suggest a breakfast with some bacon. The bacon may give you what you need to keep living.) There is no punishment Satan can create which would be strong enough for this person.
And finally, I must acknowledge the actions of Victoria Soto, a 27 year-old teacher at Newton. She gave her life to protect her students. Miss Soto was approached by the shooter after she hid the children in closets and cabinets. She told him they were in gym class and he shot her. This kind of bravery, heroism and sacrifice is far beyond what any words can describe. There is no greater love a person can have than to give their life for those they care about.
There are many lessons to be learned from this tragedy. Limiting freedom and liberty does not make us safer. Criminals and crazy people will always exist. The best we can do is make sure the decent and good people can stand up to them. Heroes come in all shapes and sizes and you just never know who they are and when they will be called for duty.
Again I offer my condolences to the Newtown community. May all of your loved ones rest in peace.
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers go out to the town of Newtown and the Sandy Hook families. I cannot imagine the horror and pain being felt throughout your community right now. From the bottom of my heart, I express my deepest sorrow for your loss.
Now, as much anger as I have towards the individual responsible for this sick and cowardly attack, I am even angrier at the anti-gun zealots. These degenerates couldn't even wait until parents had been informed their children had been murdered. Minutes after this shooting occurred, these idiots were out there wiping their collective asses with the Second Amendment. People, more gun control isn't the answer. It's the problem.
Imagine if you will, what Friday, December 14th would have been like if a couple Sandy Hook teachers had been armed. I understand no one believes a tragedy like this could ever happen in their community, but with 31 school shootings in America since 1999, it can. The high school I went to had unarmed security during my years there. Let's be realistic, unarmed security in a best-case scenario is a witness. I'm sure you all know what the other scenario would be. That high school now has walk-through metal detectors and police officers on site all day. Now, for a smaller community, that may be a bit much. Which brings me back to my original point.
What if school teachers were permitted to be armed? If teachers with a legal permit and proper training were present in all school, school shootings would all but disappear. These shootings occur because criminals know ahead of time no one in that building can shoot back. (The same is true of most American malls, a place where other mass shootings seem to occur most often.) This country must allow law abiding and handgun trained individuals to have their weapons in as many places as realistically possible. I do understand in some places, such as airports and courthouses, it's not realistic and that's fine. Those places have armed personnel on site. But a mall guard with pepper spray and a walkie-talkie isn't going to be a match against someone with a Glock. However, a shopper with a Smith & Wesson most certainly will be, The same is true of schools and universities. We must have more good people with legal handguns and proper training to have them available at all times. It is the only way to prevent future tragedies like Newton.
Now a few words about the gunman.
I am glad that bastard is dead and I hope Satan and his minions are developing a very special place for him in Hell. It doesn't matter how unstable or psychotic a person is. They know the difference between children and adults. And if your intention is to commit suicide, why kill other people first? Wake up in the morning and just get it done. (However, I'd suggest a breakfast with some bacon. The bacon may give you what you need to keep living.) There is no punishment Satan can create which would be strong enough for this person.
And finally, I must acknowledge the actions of Victoria Soto, a 27 year-old teacher at Newton. She gave her life to protect her students. Miss Soto was approached by the shooter after she hid the children in closets and cabinets. She told him they were in gym class and he shot her. This kind of bravery, heroism and sacrifice is far beyond what any words can describe. There is no greater love a person can have than to give their life for those they care about.
There are many lessons to be learned from this tragedy. Limiting freedom and liberty does not make us safer. Criminals and crazy people will always exist. The best we can do is make sure the decent and good people can stand up to them. Heroes come in all shapes and sizes and you just never know who they are and when they will be called for duty.
Again I offer my condolences to the Newtown community. May all of your loved ones rest in peace.
Monday, December 10, 2012
Rainy night randomness
Raising taxes on the wealthy will not grow the economy. It will not lower unemployment. And it sure as hell will not prevent the government from spending like drunken college kids at spring break. It will only grant some false gratification to the bitter, jealous, whiny crybabies infesting this country. John Fitzgerald Kennedy's approach to taxes is the only way to approach this: Cut everyone's taxes and the economy will get better. And when the economy is strong, the government collects more tax dollars.
The liberal hypocrisy rears its ugly head again in Michigan. It seems the loony libs are only pro-choice when it comes to baby killing. When it comes to joining a union, then you don't deserve a choice.
I hate the song "Little Drummer Boy" and it seems to be following me. That song has played in the last three stores I have entered.
Italian dressing is a great marinade for both pork and chicken.
A lot of talent was born on my birthday, December 9. There are two Olympic medalists, an Oscar winner (who is also a Golden Globe and Oliver winner), another Golden Globe winner, an Emmy winner, a Grammy winner and two NFL Hall of Famers with whom I share a birthday. Additionally, there are also two Oscar nominees, a Grammy nominee and and Emmy nominee in the group. Hopefully one day, I achieve something worthy of mentioning on that list.
Now, I am a former union member. (SEIU1199P) I hated my time in a union. It pissed me off that just because of some stupid contract the most incompetent and lazy people in my department were not only able to keep their job, but received the same raise as me. ALL raises should be based upon job performance. People who show up late twice a month with a hangover or can't follow a written recipe should not be allowed to remain employed. I understand not all union employees are apathetic and lazy. But what motivation is there to go above and beyond or become better when you are guaranteed a raise just for showing up and doing the bare minimum? The bottom line is unions have outlived their usefulness.
Everyone involved in this NHL labor dispute needs kicked in the ass.
Labyrinth is still great each time I watch it.
No NBA team should be called the Pelicans. That's a name for a Division II school's team.
The best part about this time of year is all the peppermint flavored stuff you can buy.
Goodnight everyone. And remember, if you cannot be a poet, be the poem.
The liberal hypocrisy rears its ugly head again in Michigan. It seems the loony libs are only pro-choice when it comes to baby killing. When it comes to joining a union, then you don't deserve a choice.
I hate the song "Little Drummer Boy" and it seems to be following me. That song has played in the last three stores I have entered.
Italian dressing is a great marinade for both pork and chicken.
A lot of talent was born on my birthday, December 9. There are two Olympic medalists, an Oscar winner (who is also a Golden Globe and Oliver winner), another Golden Globe winner, an Emmy winner, a Grammy winner and two NFL Hall of Famers with whom I share a birthday. Additionally, there are also two Oscar nominees, a Grammy nominee and and Emmy nominee in the group. Hopefully one day, I achieve something worthy of mentioning on that list.
Now, I am a former union member. (SEIU1199P) I hated my time in a union. It pissed me off that just because of some stupid contract the most incompetent and lazy people in my department were not only able to keep their job, but received the same raise as me. ALL raises should be based upon job performance. People who show up late twice a month with a hangover or can't follow a written recipe should not be allowed to remain employed. I understand not all union employees are apathetic and lazy. But what motivation is there to go above and beyond or become better when you are guaranteed a raise just for showing up and doing the bare minimum? The bottom line is unions have outlived their usefulness.
Everyone involved in this NHL labor dispute needs kicked in the ass.
Labyrinth is still great each time I watch it.
No NBA team should be called the Pelicans. That's a name for a Division II school's team.
The best part about this time of year is all the peppermint flavored stuff you can buy.
Goodnight everyone. And remember, if you cannot be a poet, be the poem.
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Happy Holidays, Now Pay For My Vacation!
During a time when the economy is still struggling, unemployment is still at an unacceptable level, workers are staging protests for better working conditions and restaurants are cutting hours because of Obama's so-called signature legislation, he and his family are planning a Hawaiian vacation which will cost an estimated $4 million. Really, Mr. President? You can't tone it down a bit? What is wrong with a quiet family vacation to Camp David? I can't even buy Christmas gifts this year and you and your family are going to leave taxpayers with a $4 million vacation tab. So much for caring about regular Americans. We all know where you truly stand now.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Shall We All Be Cursed?
For behold, in those days and at that time,
When I bring back the captives of Judah and Jerusalem,
And bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat;
And I will enter into judgment with them there
On account of My people, My heritage Israel,
Whom they have scattered among the nations;
They have also divided up My land. (Joel 3:1-2)
This is just one of the many Biblical passages dealing with the future of Israel and the fate of
those who stand against that great Nation. The treatment of Israel by the mainstream media is
not surprising to me. Two of the most notable "journalists" (and I use that term very loosely
here) to focus on blaming Israel and sympathizing with Hamas are Anderson Cooper and
Rachel Maddow. I had no doubt many in the mainstream media were closet anti-Semites, but
for them to so brazenly utter it during coverage of the news and the reporting of death and
devastation is sickening. And there is much the mainstream media isn't reporting. Yeah, big
surprise. And other reporters are refusing to acknowledge Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
History lesson: Israel established Jerusalem as its capital in 1950. Get your facts straight
and report accurately.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have taken the loss of civilian life seriously. Through the use
of text messaging and leaflets as well as using "roof knockers" (loud but non-lethal explosives),
the IDF have tried to warn citizens of Gaza of potential missile attacks. Hamas has done
nothing to warn or prevent the loss of human life. Even as a ceasefire was being discussed, a
bomb went off in a bus in the middle of Israel's main business hub, Tel Aviv. So, with which
side do you truly wish to stand? Those who stand against Israel shall be cursed. It's time for
America to stand up and openly and fearlessly stand with Israel. It's not just the right thing to
do, it's the only thing to do.
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Uninspired lately...
I haven't had the inspiration to write lately and it bothers me. I don't want to write about politics. Frankly, I'm sick of politics.I do think every day about what to write. I do want to write about music more often since it is one of the things I love. Hopefully I will be able to move in that direction here soon. I have all the ideas, it's just a matter of getting it from my mind to the computer screen. I will get there, I promise you all that. And when it finally clicks, you won't be disappointed. I will make up for the recent lack of activity here. I hope everyone is having a great weekend.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Remember, remember...
Yes, remember, remember the NDAA. Remember, remember all the horror stories of the TSA. Remember, remember the Patriot Act. Remember, remember the near passing of SOPA. And remember, remember We the People stopped SOPA.
Happy Guy Fawkes Day.
And keep those two lines above V in mind when you vote on November 6.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Saturday, October 27, 2012
New employee menu -- part time job & no healthcare
ObamaCare mandates any business with 50 or more full time employees must offer basic healthcare to those employees. (ObamaCare defines full time as 30 or more hours a week.) This is not leaving a good taste in the mouths of the restaurant industry as many ownership groups and chains plan to slash full time jobs to part time and eliminate others altogether if the installation of ObamaCare proceeds as planned. In other words, if Barack Obama is re-elected, restaurant employees will lose hours and jobs.
Darden is the world's largest casual dining company and owners of Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Longhorn, Smokey Bones and Bahama Breeze. They have already announced plans to trim as many full time jobs as possible to part time on a nationwide level to avoid qualifiying for the 50 full time employee mandate set by ObamaCare. They are already doing test runs on this method in undisclosed areas to make any necessary adjustments before expanding.
Now, also consider 42% of Darden's employees are minorities. So once again, the party which claims to champion minority rights and causes has once again caused more stress and hardship for these families and communities.
Denny's restaurant chain has an even high percentage of minority employees at 61%.
Fast food chains will also trim their full time employees and operate primarily with part time staff. McDonald's is leading the way and has already started this in many restaurants. Peter Bensen, McDonald's Chief Financial Officer, believes ObamaCare could cost $10,000-$30,000 per franchise annually and reach approximately $400 million in annual costs. For a fast food chain which heavily promotes its dollar menu and exrtra value menu, keeping costs down is a must and the cost cutting will be making sure individual franchises do not exceed 50 full time employees.
White Castle is another fast food chain which has announced plans similar to McDonad's and Quizno's and Burger King have discussed the option of slowing expansion because potential owners now believe it will no longer be as profitable or cost efficient to open a franchise.
Papa John's has the most interesting approach as they claim it might be cheaper to simply pay the fine for not offering health insurance than to actually offer health insurance. They would raise prices on all menu items 11-15 cents to cover the cost of paying these fines. (All restaurants will use ObamaCare as an excuse to raise menu prices regardless if they qualify for the mandate or not, you can believe that.)
Some critics of the restaurant industry's tactic believe the lack of full time employees will hurt quality of service. That is not true. As as a former restaurant employee, I can assure you a staff made up of almost entirely part time employees will not change quality of service. It just means there will be a more frequent rotation of employees throughout the day.
The potential changes for restaurant employees is just another negative result stemming from the government sticking its nose where it does not belong. Within the restaurant industry, ObamaCare will only accomplish smaller paychecks for hard working people.
This election is very important for those within the restaurant industry. I will never be pompous enough to tell anyone how to vote, but I do ask all of you who work in the restaurant industry or have family who works in the industry to carefully evaluate who you plan to vote for on November 6 because your family's menu is at stake.
Darden is the world's largest casual dining company and owners of Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Longhorn, Smokey Bones and Bahama Breeze. They have already announced plans to trim as many full time jobs as possible to part time on a nationwide level to avoid qualifiying for the 50 full time employee mandate set by ObamaCare. They are already doing test runs on this method in undisclosed areas to make any necessary adjustments before expanding.
Now, also consider 42% of Darden's employees are minorities. So once again, the party which claims to champion minority rights and causes has once again caused more stress and hardship for these families and communities.
Denny's restaurant chain has an even high percentage of minority employees at 61%.
Fast food chains will also trim their full time employees and operate primarily with part time staff. McDonald's is leading the way and has already started this in many restaurants. Peter Bensen, McDonald's Chief Financial Officer, believes ObamaCare could cost $10,000-$30,000 per franchise annually and reach approximately $400 million in annual costs. For a fast food chain which heavily promotes its dollar menu and exrtra value menu, keeping costs down is a must and the cost cutting will be making sure individual franchises do not exceed 50 full time employees.
White Castle is another fast food chain which has announced plans similar to McDonad's and Quizno's and Burger King have discussed the option of slowing expansion because potential owners now believe it will no longer be as profitable or cost efficient to open a franchise.
Papa John's has the most interesting approach as they claim it might be cheaper to simply pay the fine for not offering health insurance than to actually offer health insurance. They would raise prices on all menu items 11-15 cents to cover the cost of paying these fines. (All restaurants will use ObamaCare as an excuse to raise menu prices regardless if they qualify for the mandate or not, you can believe that.)
Some critics of the restaurant industry's tactic believe the lack of full time employees will hurt quality of service. That is not true. As as a former restaurant employee, I can assure you a staff made up of almost entirely part time employees will not change quality of service. It just means there will be a more frequent rotation of employees throughout the day.
The potential changes for restaurant employees is just another negative result stemming from the government sticking its nose where it does not belong. Within the restaurant industry, ObamaCare will only accomplish smaller paychecks for hard working people.
This election is very important for those within the restaurant industry. I will never be pompous enough to tell anyone how to vote, but I do ask all of you who work in the restaurant industry or have family who works in the industry to carefully evaluate who you plan to vote for on November 6 because your family's menu is at stake.
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Thursday, October 18, 2012
A Big WTF & STFU to CNN
So, I walked into the cafeteria today to get a soft pretzel and a sweet tea. CNN was, as it always is, on the TV. And after about 45 seconds, my brain wanted to oooze out of my ears. I walked in on the most jackasinie coversatrion I have heard yet during this political season. A panel of half-wit libertards were discussing...no, wait a sec, it's worth it...CELEBRITY PRESIDENTIAL ENDORSEMENTS! Really? No, I mean really? The worst part about this was their combined IQs would still be lower than mine. OK, be honest with me. How many Americans really give a Snooki's ass about for whom Bruce Springsteen is voting? He's been voting democrat for three decades, people! Oh, Jayonce is supporting Obama? *Shocked face.* Didn't see that coming. Let me tell you this: Jay-Z wouldn't know an intelligent political thought if it was sucking his dick. (And yes, I will be skipping the Super Bowl halftime show again!) Do celebrity endorsements sway anyone's opinion? Does George Clooney convince you to vote for Obama? Does Kid Rock make you look more favorably at Romney/Ryan? Do crybaby, washed-up 80s bands inspire you to fight the power and vote for Barack? I mean seriously, who gives a shit about what celebrities are voting for which candidate? Does Madonna whoring herself for Obama get you fired up? (I sure as hell hope not!) Did you dust off an old Jenna Jameson dvd after her endorsement of Romney? (I don't really want to know so keep it to yourself.) I hate to break your egos Hollywood and music industries, but we don't care who you you vote for. If you feel the need to make it public, wear a t-shirt.
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