Tax revenues fell precipitously in Greece last month.
Are You a Threat? A New Program Will Try to Find Out
Raytheon’s Rapid Information Overlay Technology, or Riot, seeks to gather intelligence on people by canvassing their social media. The Guardian reports : “Riot was featured in a newly published patent Raytheon is pursuing for a system designed to gather data on people from social networks, blogs… Read More
Pope Benedict XVI to Resign
I was extremely surprised to learn this morning that Pope Benedict XVI, 85, has decided to renounce the papal chair on the grounds of advancing age and deteriorating health. In my opinion he has been the best pope since Pius XII. That’s not to say… Read More
Hosting the Peter Schiff Show
Today and tomorrow (February 11 and 12). Today I’m talking to Larry Pratt of Gun Owners of America . Listen live (no subscription necessary) from 10am-12pm Eastern today. Number to call in: 855-4-SCHIFF.
What Lesson Does Monopoly Teach?
Harper’s magazine, talking to Monopoly champion Richard Marinaccio, writes : “Monopoly players around the kitchen table”—which is to say, most people—“think the game is all about accumulation,” he said. “You know, making a lot of money. But the real object is to bankrupt your opponents as quickly as… Read More
Rings of Unemployment
Four out of five Americans either have been laid off during the recession or know someone who has, according to a recent study . On a related note, I read yesterday that during the housing bubble years, the net creation of breadwinner jobs was zero.
Restored Payroll Tax Pinches Those Who Earn the Least
You don’t say! You mean, taxation isn’t all about looting rich people and handing the money to me? Some people are encountering reality the hard way.
I Wish I Had Time for This Advice
According to this writer , you should take a nap every day. He discusses eight benefits.
Guest Suggestions Welcome
I’m hosting the Peter Schiff Show on Monday and Tuesday of next week, and I welcome guest suggestions. Can’t be anything I’d need to prepare for, like a formal debate, since the project I’m working on right now is consuming all my time. But let me know if… Read More
My New York City Event
I’m having an event in New York City (venue to be determined) the afternoon of Saturday, June 8. I’ll talk for a little while and spend the bulk of the time on questions and discussion. Unfortunately, tickets are involved , but that’s because venues in New York don’t… Read More