Changing Jobs to Career Opportunities
Would there be value in changing from more "Jobs" to more "Career Opportunities?" A career could be defined as work that is securing more than money to pay the bills, and also to contributing to the welfare of the community. Basically this is a change in the attitude and approach to a "job." The store clerk that makes the effort to assist the customer to make a purchase that will benefit the customer is functioning in a career as opposed to the clerk that assists the customer to "make a sale" without concern for the customer's need. This distinction is more obvious in careers such as a policeperson or a fireperson, but the effect on society is no more noble or important. One might conclude that the uncaring attitude and practice of a policeperson, store clerk, or anyother working member of society turns their work into a "job" instead of a "career opportunity."
WHAT IS YOUR TAKE ON THIS?
Real Change in our society must come from the hearts of its citizens. Our focus must change from competition to cooperation; our decisions must be based on the principles of right and wrong, not win or loose, and our goal for a "pot of gold" must change to a better society for all.
Friday, August 29, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Take Back America Bonds
We have incurred an enormous foreign debt that is eroding our equity in our country. This influx of money has had an effect on the value of the dollar and the interest on the debt is depleting our assets. If we were to issue TBA Bonds, at the same interest rate but with a non taxable feature to attract purchasers, we would not only take back our economy, we would help curb inflation and provide an economic stimuilus. (American cash taken out of the system to curb inflation, and interest payments to citizens to spend and stimulate the economy.) The most significant consequence MIGHT be the psychological aspect of "taking back our country."
JUST A THOUGHT! RIP IT APART AND GIVE A BETTER THOUGHT!
We have incurred an enormous foreign debt that is eroding our equity in our country. This influx of money has had an effect on the value of the dollar and the interest on the debt is depleting our assets. If we were to issue TBA Bonds, at the same interest rate but with a non taxable feature to attract purchasers, we would not only take back our economy, we would help curb inflation and provide an economic stimuilus. (American cash taken out of the system to curb inflation, and interest payments to citizens to spend and stimulate the economy.) The most significant consequence MIGHT be the psychological aspect of "taking back our country."
JUST A THOUGHT! RIP IT APART AND GIVE A BETTER THOUGHT!
Saturday, August 23, 2008
SCOOP OF THE WEEK!
McCain counters Obama's policy of Hope!
In a recent interview with the Religious Right, McCain condemned Obama's plan to increase taxes on the rich and declared, "I don't want to tax anyone!"
Does McCain have a plan to run the Government solely on borrowed money from
the Chinese or does he have a secret plan to make money out of Nuclear Waste?
(Could this be the special kind of Nuclear material that President Bush talks about?)
WHAT IS YOUR VIEW ON THIS?
McCain counters Obama's policy of Hope!
In a recent interview with the Religious Right, McCain condemned Obama's plan to increase taxes on the rich and declared, "I don't want to tax anyone!"
Does McCain have a plan to run the Government solely on borrowed money from
the Chinese or does he have a secret plan to make money out of Nuclear Waste?
(Could this be the special kind of Nuclear material that President Bush talks about?)
WHAT IS YOUR VIEW ON THIS?
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
IS JOHN McCAIN OUR BEST CHOICE FOR COMMANDER IN CHIEF?
McCain's short temper and military approach to problem solving are causing government leaders and concerned citizens to re-examine this important question.
We have ample, active military leaders with far superior credentials to manage a war. Political interference inhibited our success in Iraq for six years before military leaders took control.
Do we need inspiration to seek immediate vengence at all costs? Wouldn't sanctions on Pakistan where Bin Laden is sheltered be more appropriate than the invasion of Iraq? Has any president inspired the nation more than the current Bush in the early days of the Iraq invasion?
We need a COMPETENT Commander in Chief who is thoughtful with his emotions under control to make the right decisions for our welfare and security. Given our present choices, Barack Obama appears to be that leader.
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
McCain's short temper and military approach to problem solving are causing government leaders and concerned citizens to re-examine this important question.
We have ample, active military leaders with far superior credentials to manage a war. Political interference inhibited our success in Iraq for six years before military leaders took control.
Do we need inspiration to seek immediate vengence at all costs? Wouldn't sanctions on Pakistan where Bin Laden is sheltered be more appropriate than the invasion of Iraq? Has any president inspired the nation more than the current Bush in the early days of the Iraq invasion?
We need a COMPETENT Commander in Chief who is thoughtful with his emotions under control to make the right decisions for our welfare and security. Given our present choices, Barack Obama appears to be that leader.
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
Saturday, August 9, 2008
THE CHANGING AMERICAN "FREE" BUSINESS ENTERPRISE SYSTEM
In a pure Free Business Enterprise System, business is generated by supply and demand. The introduction of a monetary system made the "exchange" of goods and services simple, accessable and convenient. It seemed to be the ideal system for a Society that desired freedom and the acquisition and distribution of wealth based on the efforts and success of the individual.
The disadvantage of this system is that the Business Cycle is a basic element of the pure Free Business Enterprise System, and the Business Cycle includes DEPRESSION as one of the four phases of the cycle.
In an effort to eliminate the Depression stage of the cycle, the Government has entered the system with subsidies, bail outs and corruption in the Macro Economy with tax money collected from Small Private Business and the individual tax payers as well as the "Quazi Private" corporations that are the basis of the Government sponsored Macro Economy.
The lack of responsible regulation of government intervention has resulted in exploitation and corruption that has come close to bankrupting the total economy. Cover up with mass "stimulation" hand outs have extended the facade as the economy struggles and continues to falter.
What is the future for the American "Quazi" Free Business Enterprise System? The answer, of course, is pure speculation. The speculation of this writer is as follows:
The prevailing mood of the society is moving and probably will continue to move to the left of competition toward cooperation. A greater appreciation of the interdependency of all segments of the society could bring about government regulations that will curb irresponsible freedom and promote community welfare. Large Corporations dealing with basic public needs will quite likely be recognized as Public Corporations and regulated much the same as commercial banks are regulated today. Sundry lending institutions may well be restricted to near elimination.
Instead of the infamous "trickle down" approach with a "pot of gold" for the most fortunate and jobs for the masses, the economy may tend toward a government regulated approach featuring career opportunities and financial security for all. To facilitate this, it would probably require universally available health insurance and educational systems plus a viable social secdurity insurance program for the less fortunate.
Private small business enterprise may flourish with "tax breaks" to appease the desire for private business enterprise and to meet the need for localized and personal type services. Such breaks might include waiver of some of the business payroll taxes for businesses with under three employees and the waiver of inheritance taxes in passing the businesses to family members.
An industry of municipal public accountants may emerge as transparancy in government and industry will demand a curb on corruption. Main stream organized religion may well move toward a unitarian approach with greater tolerance and acceptance for all, reflecting the change in government. Foreign policy may tend toward defense rather than agression. The majority of public utilities and large public buildings will most likely be fueled with natural gas and nuclear power. Public transportation could greatly increase and private transporation may stagnate or decrease. Alternative energy sources should reduce our dependence on oil and the middle east and quite possibly lessen our involvement there. We may develope our major trade partners in our own hemisphere.
Greed most surely will always be with us. Free business enterprise is the civilized alternative to violence in securing wealth, but free business enterprise without restrictions is a license for exploitation and corruption. An intelligent, educated society will avoid violence at all cost. Declaration of war will hopefully be a last resort.
WHAT IS YOUR VIEW?
In a pure Free Business Enterprise System, business is generated by supply and demand. The introduction of a monetary system made the "exchange" of goods and services simple, accessable and convenient. It seemed to be the ideal system for a Society that desired freedom and the acquisition and distribution of wealth based on the efforts and success of the individual.
The disadvantage of this system is that the Business Cycle is a basic element of the pure Free Business Enterprise System, and the Business Cycle includes DEPRESSION as one of the four phases of the cycle.
In an effort to eliminate the Depression stage of the cycle, the Government has entered the system with subsidies, bail outs and corruption in the Macro Economy with tax money collected from Small Private Business and the individual tax payers as well as the "Quazi Private" corporations that are the basis of the Government sponsored Macro Economy.
The lack of responsible regulation of government intervention has resulted in exploitation and corruption that has come close to bankrupting the total economy. Cover up with mass "stimulation" hand outs have extended the facade as the economy struggles and continues to falter.
What is the future for the American "Quazi" Free Business Enterprise System? The answer, of course, is pure speculation. The speculation of this writer is as follows:
The prevailing mood of the society is moving and probably will continue to move to the left of competition toward cooperation. A greater appreciation of the interdependency of all segments of the society could bring about government regulations that will curb irresponsible freedom and promote community welfare. Large Corporations dealing with basic public needs will quite likely be recognized as Public Corporations and regulated much the same as commercial banks are regulated today. Sundry lending institutions may well be restricted to near elimination.
Instead of the infamous "trickle down" approach with a "pot of gold" for the most fortunate and jobs for the masses, the economy may tend toward a government regulated approach featuring career opportunities and financial security for all. To facilitate this, it would probably require universally available health insurance and educational systems plus a viable social secdurity insurance program for the less fortunate.
Private small business enterprise may flourish with "tax breaks" to appease the desire for private business enterprise and to meet the need for localized and personal type services. Such breaks might include waiver of some of the business payroll taxes for businesses with under three employees and the waiver of inheritance taxes in passing the businesses to family members.
An industry of municipal public accountants may emerge as transparancy in government and industry will demand a curb on corruption. Main stream organized religion may well move toward a unitarian approach with greater tolerance and acceptance for all, reflecting the change in government. Foreign policy may tend toward defense rather than agression. The majority of public utilities and large public buildings will most likely be fueled with natural gas and nuclear power. Public transportation could greatly increase and private transporation may stagnate or decrease. Alternative energy sources should reduce our dependence on oil and the middle east and quite possibly lessen our involvement there. We may develope our major trade partners in our own hemisphere.
Greed most surely will always be with us. Free business enterprise is the civilized alternative to violence in securing wealth, but free business enterprise without restrictions is a license for exploitation and corruption. An intelligent, educated society will avoid violence at all cost. Declaration of war will hopefully be a last resort.
WHAT IS YOUR VIEW?
Friday, August 8, 2008
About Me
I am a retired Naval Intelligence Officer and College Professor
I was a combat veteran of WWII as an enlisted man serving 18 months in the South Pacific including duty on the Okinawa Picket Line.
I received a direct commission as a Naval Intelligence Officer and served in the "Ready Reserve" during the Vietnam Conflict and was part of the Naval Project to debrief POW's returning from Vietnam.
I have earned B.S., M.S. and PhD degrees and taught high school business education, coached high school athletic teams; served as Assoc. Supervisor of Business Education with the New York State Education Department; was Assoc. Prof. of Accounting for SUNY Delhi where I also coached the Varsity Soccer Team; and was Coordinator of the Accounting Program and Director of the Small Business Institute at Southern Vermont College where I also coached the Varsity Soccer and Basketball teams.
I have published a college text, "Fundamentals of Financial Management," A series of Educational Card Games, "Playing to Win in Business," and two books of Short Stories, "Short Stories and Tall Tales, Book I and Book II" currently available on line and at Barnes and Noble.
I have spent many years in Organized Religion serving, among other capacities,
as Treasurer of the Albany Diocese of the Episcopal Church. I am also a member of Gideon's International.
At age 82, my public life at present is mainly engaged in politics, writing "Letters to the Editor," and supporting the "Obama for Change" movement.
It is my desire to "Bolg" on issues of Change that are needed to get us out of the mess that the current administration has gotten us into.
I was a combat veteran of WWII as an enlisted man serving 18 months in the South Pacific including duty on the Okinawa Picket Line.
I received a direct commission as a Naval Intelligence Officer and served in the "Ready Reserve" during the Vietnam Conflict and was part of the Naval Project to debrief POW's returning from Vietnam.
I have earned B.S., M.S. and PhD degrees and taught high school business education, coached high school athletic teams; served as Assoc. Supervisor of Business Education with the New York State Education Department; was Assoc. Prof. of Accounting for SUNY Delhi where I also coached the Varsity Soccer Team; and was Coordinator of the Accounting Program and Director of the Small Business Institute at Southern Vermont College where I also coached the Varsity Soccer and Basketball teams.
I have published a college text, "Fundamentals of Financial Management," A series of Educational Card Games, "Playing to Win in Business," and two books of Short Stories, "Short Stories and Tall Tales, Book I and Book II" currently available on line and at Barnes and Noble.
I have spent many years in Organized Religion serving, among other capacities,
as Treasurer of the Albany Diocese of the Episcopal Church. I am also a member of Gideon's International.
At age 82, my public life at present is mainly engaged in politics, writing "Letters to the Editor," and supporting the "Obama for Change" movement.
It is my desire to "Bolg" on issues of Change that are needed to get us out of the mess that the current administration has gotten us into.
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