Monthly Archives: November 2011

Congress’ 9% Approval Rating? Way Too Generous

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Arlen Grossman

If you missed this newest 60 Minutes “must-see” episode from last Sunday, watch it! This one explains how Washington DC politicians, Republicans and Democrats, take advantage of inside information to amass riches from the stock market and other investments. All … Continue reading →

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Our F— You System of Government

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Arlen Grossman

(Subhead):  Anti-Occupy Crackdowns Highlight Lack of Services by Ted Rall Governments are supposed to fulfill the basic needs of their citizens. Ours doesn’t pretend to try. Sick? Too bad. Can’t find a job? Tough. Broke? Can’t afford rent? We don’t … Continue reading →

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What Do These Influential European Banksters Have in Common?

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Arlen Grossman

Hint: Initials G.S. From The Independent/Nov. 18, 2010. Read the article here. Thanks to Rich L.

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Law and Order We Can Believe In

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Arlen Grossman
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“Our Problem is Civil Obedience”

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Arlen Grossman
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BPR Quote of the Day: It’s Over, Go Home, Watch TV….

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Arlen Grossman

Bill O’Reilly declares the end of the Occupy  Movement: “They have been overrun by thugs, anarchists and the crazies who intimidate…. So the “Occupy Wall Street” movement is dead, finished as a legitimate political force in this country. And that’s … Continue reading →

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I’m Betting They’d Beat Jerry Sandusky

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Arlen Grossman
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Chris Hedges: “Our Elites Have Exposed Their Hand”

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Arlen Grossman

This Is What Revolution Looks Like by Chris Hedges in Truthdig.com/ Nov. 15, 2011 Welcome to the revolution. Our elites have exposed their hand. They have nothing to offer. They can destroy but they cannot build. They can repress but … Continue reading →

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BPR Quote of the Day: Money Has Free Speech, Not People

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Arlen Grossman

A funny thing happened to the First Amendment on its way to the public forum. According to the Supreme Court, money is now speech and corporations are now people. But when real people without money assemble to express their dissatisfaction … Continue reading →

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1% vs 99%? Reality Check and Some Soul Searching

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Arlen Grossman

by Gary Brumback Special Guest Commentary/ Exclusive to The Big Picture Report I’m not a demographer, a statistician, or a sociologist, but I don’t need to be to know that the slogan “1% vs 99” is not a factual statement. … Continue reading →

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