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The hidden inflation tax

Are you keeping up with the current inflation tax? A $100 bill is worth 7% (minimum) less today than it was in January (as published by the Federal Reserve). So, if you're not worried about this secret and hidden inflation tax, you should be.


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Ron Paul on the Economy & new Iran sanctions

Sounds like our economy is on the ropes, deficit spending is causing inflation (duh) and a falling dollar (double duh), and meanwhile we're thinking about passing a bill in early July to basically lock down Iran. I'm concerned.

What is a Conservative?

The full content of this post was taken from an article on cnn today: http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/06/25/beck.conservatives/index.html.

What does a conservative really believe?

"A conservative believes that our inalienable rights do not include housing, healthcare or Hummers.

A conservative believes that our inalienable rights DO include the pursuit of happiness. That means it is guaranteed to no one.

A conservative believes that those who pursue happiness and find it have a right to not be penalized for that success.

A conservative believes that there are no protections against the hardship and heartache of failure. We believe that the right to fail is just as important as the chance to succeed and that those who do fail learn essential lessons that will help them the next time around.

A conservative believes in personal responsibility and accepts the consequences for his or her words and actions.

A conservative believes that real compassion can't be found in any government program.

A conservative believes that each of us has a duty to take care of our neighbors. It was private individuals, companies and congregations that sent water, blankets and supplies to New Orleans far before the government ever set foot there.

A conservative believes that family is the cornerstone of our society and that people have a right to manage their family any way they see fit, so long as it's not criminal. We are far more attuned to our family's needs than some faceless, soulless government program.

A conservative believes that people have a right to worship the God of their understanding. We also believe that people do not have the right to jam their version of God (or no God) down anybody else's throat.

A conservative believes that people go to the movies to be entertained and to church to be preached to, not the other way around.

A conservative believes that debt creates unhealthy relationships. Everyone, from the government on down, should live within their means and strive for financial independence.

A conservative believes that a child's education is the responsibility of the parents, not the government.

A conservative believes that every human being has a right to life, from conception to death.

A conservative believes in the smallest government you can get without anarchy. We know our history: The larger a government gets, the harder it will fall.

Those are the things a conservative believes in, and they're the things that I believe in.

Now, if only I could find a candidate to match."
- Glenn Beck

The full content of this post was taken from an article on cnn today: http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/06/25/beck.conservatives/index.html.

Ron Paul Announcement Tonight

Ron Paul to make important announcement...
ron paul revolution

We invite you to watch the live video broadcast of Dr. Paul's rally tonight, June 12th, @ 9PM CDT in Houston, TX. Dr. Paul will be making a major announcement, and we would like you to be a part of it.

To view:
http://www.justin.tv/ronpaul2008

Campaign Website:
www.RonPaul2008.com

Ron Paul for President

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