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Posts Made By: Michael Koons

February 25, 2009 04:33 AM Forum: Politics

Republican Response

Posted By Michael Koons
From Governor Jindal citing compassion of hearts and enterprising spirit of the American people. I'm thinking of a few examples Bernie Madoff, John Thain, John Rigas, Al Dunlop, Dennis Kozlowski, Mark Swartz, Ken Lay, Richard Grasso, Robert Nardelli etc........No the government obviously shouldn't be involved......

February 26, 2009 12:02 AM Forum: Politics

More free market capitalism

Posted By Michael Koons
Two money managers accused of fraud
Greenwood, Walsh allegedly misappropriated investor funds

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29387386/

I'm getting really sick of this stuff, these crooks are going to cause a run on the banks and frighten foreign investment reallllllll soooooon.

I'd love some feedback as how to fix these thugs, obviously the money people are unwilling or unable to police themselves.

March 4, 2009 04:20 AM Forum: Politics

Successful President so soon??

Posted By Michael Koons
Let me see......the "market" run by people who lie, cheat, inflate and mislead for around 10-14 years inflate the "market", with leverage(2004) led by hmmmmmm Hank Paulson, cheap money by Alan G., mistrust by any number of people and the "market" was happy? Sure! As long as the average guy kept sending in his 2 bucks, the high flyers could keep the game up. Now the game is up. Why should the .1% of taxpayers that make almost 12% of all income on your and my money be optimistic and happy. Why should foreign investors be eager to shovel more cash to Bernie. No....I think the market is realistic. Driven by the above and a host of other factors, the market was set for a massive pop. The bottom line is that the market is worth, exactly what it is worth, what people are willing to pay. If they don't know the faults in the wiring, they probably overpay. I think the fear driven by the Wall Street gang is reflected in the market because the new Sheriff won't let them fleece us any more. Does my 401(K) feel good? No. Should it have in the first place? Probably not in light of the junk exposed in the last 1 1/2 years. Do I feel that investors in the future will be better protected in the future? A bit of supposition, but likely. That makes a winner! :S

March 4, 2009 11:29 PM Forum: Politics

Who's to blame?

Posted By Michael Koons
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27183355
This link mirrors an article by Time 2 weeks ago. The current President a whole 45 days into his tenure is nowhere to be found. Perhaps a poster on this forum should educate them. wink

March 4, 2009 11:34 PM Forum: Politics

Stimulus starting to work!

Posted By Michael Koons
In addition to helping run a small 15 person company, I also have my own sales territory. Yesterday I was at 2 locations that were eyeing up accelerated projects to improve our local infrastructure that the engineering had been done but were awaiting funding. Both businesses are now full speed ahead on these 2 projects. Thank you Community Organizer 8)

March 5, 2009 12:22 AM Forum: Politics

Re: Search for misery

Posted By Michael Koons
Just a side question, what is the elevation of your residence?

March 11, 2009 01:09 AM Forum: Politics

Stock Market Upgrading Obama

Posted By Michael Koons
from the F suggested on this forum a week ago smile

March 15, 2009 03:49 AM Forum: Politics

Madoff and the IRS

Posted By Michael Koons
So, if I hand Bernie 40K 24 years ago and my last statement said 320K, a nice return over time, am I eligible to recoup the capital gains tax paid to the IRS? Just a thought..... :S

March 16, 2009 10:42 PM Forum: Politics

Tea Party Anyone.....

Posted By Michael Koons
just wondering how we that pay tax in can reasonably or otherwise object with effect the continued stream of future dollars into Wall Street, or if anyone has connections, I'd love one of those jobs that pays.....heck, I'll settle for a measly $100,000 bonus. Seriously, what are our viable and palpable options for effect?

March 18, 2009 01:15 AM Forum: Politics

A word from George Bush

Posted By Michael Koons
"I'm not going to spend my time criticizing him. There are plenty of critics in the arena," Bush said. "He deserves my silence."

Bush said he wants Obama to succeed and said it's important that he has that support.

"I love my country a lot more than I love politics," Bush said. "I think it is essential that he be helped in office."

Enough said, he's earned a measure of at least my respect back. Very classy.

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