A new report showing a net loss of 125,000 jobs adds to the growing avalanche of evidence the $1 trillion stimulus has failed to boost the economy as promised, according to a chorus of economic experts.
Democrats had been planning to herald this as the Summer of Recovery, expecting a peak in stimulus spending. But the dreary economic news is contributing to a rising chorus of complaints from conservative economists that the stimulus spending binge has failed to deliver as promised.
"Yeah, I think we can say the stimulus was a bust," Stephen Moore, a Wall Street Journal editorial board member and the newspaper's senior economics writer, tells Newsmax. "The real problem is that the president has no plan B. We've had plan A, that was spend a trillion in stimulus. That didn't work. We've lost 2.2 million jobs since we started that spending, and all the president wants to do is add more stimulus. That's what's so disappointing."
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Friday, July 02, 2010
Democrats Push For New Internet Sales Taxes
The halcyon days of tax-free Internet shopping will, if Rep. Bill Delahunt gets his way, soon be coming to an abrupt end.
Delahunt, a Massachusetts Democrat, introduced a bill on Thursday that would rewrite the ground rules for Internet and mail order sales by eliminating the option for many Americans to shop over the Internet without paying state sales taxes.
At the moment, Americans who shop over the Internet from out-of-state vendors usually aren't required to pay sales taxes. Californians buying books from Amazon.com or cameras from Manhattan's B&H Photo, for example, won't be required to cough up the sales taxes that they would if shopping at a local mall.
This is hardly a new debate: pro-tax officials and state governments have been pressing Congress to require taxes to be collected for a decade or so. They argue that reduced sales tax revenue threatens budgets for schools and police, and say that, as a matter of fairness, online retailers should be forced to collect the same taxes that brick-and-mortar retailers do.
But with states scrambling for new sources of revenue during what may be a double-dip recession, pro-tax lobbyists are hoping that they'll have better luck this year. The National Conference of State Legislatures applauded Delahunt's legislation, saying he should be commended for allowing states to collect as much as $23 billion in new taxes.
So did the Retail Industry Leaders Association, whose tax committee members include Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Costco, AutoZone, Target, and IKEA.
On the other side are groups that advocate for lower taxes and retailers including Amazon.com and eBay. In a statement on Friday, Tod Cohen, eBay's vice president for government relations said: "At a time when unemployment rates are high and small businesses across the country are closing shop, we are confident that Congress will protect small Internet retailers and the consumers they serve from another Internet tax scheme."
Co-sponsors of Delahunt's bill, the "Main Street Fairness Act," include Reps. Michael Capuano, John Conyers, Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, and Peter Welch, all Democrats. No Republican has signed on as a co-sponsor.
The final version of Delahunt's legislation had not yet been made public on Friday, and his office did not immediately respond to queries from CNET. But it's expected to be similar to other versions he's introduced before.
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Delahunt, a Massachusetts Democrat, introduced a bill on Thursday that would rewrite the ground rules for Internet and mail order sales by eliminating the option for many Americans to shop over the Internet without paying state sales taxes.
At the moment, Americans who shop over the Internet from out-of-state vendors usually aren't required to pay sales taxes. Californians buying books from Amazon.com or cameras from Manhattan's B&H Photo, for example, won't be required to cough up the sales taxes that they would if shopping at a local mall.
This is hardly a new debate: pro-tax officials and state governments have been pressing Congress to require taxes to be collected for a decade or so. They argue that reduced sales tax revenue threatens budgets for schools and police, and say that, as a matter of fairness, online retailers should be forced to collect the same taxes that brick-and-mortar retailers do.
But with states scrambling for new sources of revenue during what may be a double-dip recession, pro-tax lobbyists are hoping that they'll have better luck this year. The National Conference of State Legislatures applauded Delahunt's legislation, saying he should be commended for allowing states to collect as much as $23 billion in new taxes.
So did the Retail Industry Leaders Association, whose tax committee members include Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Costco, AutoZone, Target, and IKEA.
On the other side are groups that advocate for lower taxes and retailers including Amazon.com and eBay. In a statement on Friday, Tod Cohen, eBay's vice president for government relations said: "At a time when unemployment rates are high and small businesses across the country are closing shop, we are confident that Congress will protect small Internet retailers and the consumers they serve from another Internet tax scheme."
Co-sponsors of Delahunt's bill, the "Main Street Fairness Act," include Reps. Michael Capuano, John Conyers, Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, and Peter Welch, all Democrats. No Republican has signed on as a co-sponsor.
The final version of Delahunt's legislation had not yet been made public on Friday, and his office did not immediately respond to queries from CNET. But it's expected to be similar to other versions he's introduced before.
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Mr. Curley's Delivers New SBYnews Shirts
I was able to stop in this evening while they embroidered some of my shirts and man that computer system is the bomb! Thanks Mark, you truly are a man of your word and a great friend. Just don't get on my bad side. LOLEven Dragons Don't Last Long On Salisbury News
Hey Joe, I have great news!Thai the Dragon was adopted this evening by her new family. :) They totally went all out and bought everything she needed...I think she's going to think she went to Dragon paradise! ahah!
I am so excited to see she went to such a loving family and think that your adoption site (and idea) is awesome. I was really afraid to give her to anyone thinking she wouldn't be ok. This made it real easy and I know without a doubt she will be well cared for and loved. She was falling asleep on Will's dad's back and laying on his mom and his shoulders. :)
Have a great night & thanks so much both of you!
nikki
Cats In Need Of A Good Home
Folks, we have four new cats that are in need of a good
home. Please take a moment and take a look at these
new animals we just posted on our Adoption Site.
PRMC PURCHASES BLOCK OF PARCELS ON RT 13
SALISBURY, MD, JULY 2, 2010 - Brent Miller, CCIM, CPM, Managing Director and Senior Advisor for Sperry Van Ness - Miller Commercial Real Estate in Salisbury, MD is pleased to announce the sale of 636-652 South Salisbury Boulevard to Peninsula Regional Medical Center. The sale included several parcels totaling 1.15 acres located next to PRMC on the main thoroughfare of US Route 13. One of the parcels comprised the men’s clothing store, Mr. Curleys. Mr. Curleys will continue to operate at this location for the foreseeable future. Brent Miller, CCIM, CPM represented the sellers and Randy Bendler of Bendler Real Estate represented PRMC in this transaction. For more information, please contact Brent.Miller@svn.com.
Founded in 1987, Sperry Van Ness International, headquartered in Irvine, California, is the 12th largest commercial real estate brokerage firm in the world with more than 950 advisors in 3 countries, 38 states, and 153 markets. Sperry Van Ness has completed more than 39 billion dollars in sales volume on 12,000 commercial real estate transactions in the last 4 years alone.
Sperry Van Ness – Miller Commercial Real Estate, with offices in Salisbury, MD, Laurel, DE, and Lewes, DE provides advisory, brokerage, consultation, and leasing services to clients in Maryland & Delaware, and asset and property management in Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. SVN-Miller is currently ranked #2 for Sperry Van Ness and has the largest market share of any one SVN office. To provide the highest value to its clients, Sperry Van Ness – Miller Commercial Real Estate promotes a philosophy of professionalism, backed by quality and ethical responsibility in all dealings. Guided by this principal Sperry Van Ness – Miller Commercial Real Estate advised clients on over $55 million in commercial real estate transactions in 2009. They currently manage 2 million square feet of commercial property. For more information, please visit http://www.svnmiller.com/ or contact the office at 410.543.2440.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Mr. Mark Glushakow, (Mr. Curley) owner of the parcels sold to PRMC stated "this was a great deal for both parties." He went on to say that he has always wanted these properties to go to PRMC for future growth for future generations.
All tenants will be given long term leases with the Hospital, so nothing is planned for the immediate future for PRMC. They simply wanted to secure the properties for the future. Mr. Curley's has been in business now for 55 years.
Rt. 50 Shut Down
There has been a serious accident in Willards, Woodyard Road WEST BOUND. Rt. 50 has been shut down.
Liars
Joe,
please make your reader aware of the following incorrect information that was released today. Today around 12:45 pm WQMR 101.1 POWERTALK Radio hosted by Jack and Kevin released false information regarding (my niece) Sarah Foxwell's grave being vandalized again.
This is how the conversation transpired. They were discussing the safety of the Ocean City Boardwalk as far as pedophiles. They stated it is relative safe but you never know when there could be a Thomas Leggs around. DJ Jack said "The little girl that was found killed on Christmas Day, Sarah Foxwell, her grave site was desecrated again for the second time in the last day or so." The second DJ Kevin said "I did not even know about the first time". Then Jack said "This is a despicable act". After receiving numerous phone calls regarding this I called the radio stations. I was told that the DJ's in question only read the AP release from WMDT. Here is the release from WMDT totally different information.
Foxwell's Grave Vandalized Terrence Lee - 07/01/2010
SALISBURY, Md. - Police in Wicomico County are still looking for suspects who vandalized Sarah Foxwell's grave. Officials say earlier this month, Sarah's mother found the bottom portion of the grave badly damaged.The Sheriff's Office tells us they still believe it was not a random act and that someone singled out Sarah's grave. If you know anything, police are urging you to call 410-548-4891.
I am shocked and appalled that they would misrepresent information regarding this horrible tragedy. I have come to learn that the 2 DJ's are the President and Vice President of this station.
I am enclosing their contact information, I think we (as a community) should tell these gentlemen (I use the word lightly) How the Death of Our Christmas Angel changed all of us.
Jack Gillen
President & General Manager jack@wqmr.com
Kevin Bresnahan
Vice President & Business Manager kevin@wqmr.com
Sincerely,
Tracey Powell
UPDATE: I have had a phone conversation with WQMR's Production Director who was on location when all this happened. She is willing to forward a copy of this broadcast next Tuesday, (MP3) in which she believes will resolve this matter. Heather was extremely polite and feels that perhaps some listeners took what was being said out of context during a very sensitive time/situation. We appreciate their good faith offer and look forward to hearing what was said next week.
Yard Sales
CLICK HERE for this weekend's yard sale.
Sorry for the delay. Verizon has been down all day.
Have a happy and safe Independence Day!
Sorry for the delay. Verizon has been down all day.
Have a happy and safe Independence Day!
OCPD NABS TWO SUSPECTS IN COUNTERFEIT SCHEME
On July 1, 2010 at approximately 8:40 p.m., Ocean City Police responded to a downtown boardwalk business that had received four suspected counterfeit $20 bills.
After establishing that the money was in fact counterfeit, Ocean City Police officers were able to establish two initial suspects, who were later identified as Nicole Aynette Branham, 27, of Dover, DE and Bianca Marie DeSimone, 32, of Dover, DE.
During the course of the investigation, Branham and DeSimone were located at a separate business, attempting to pass additional counterfeit bills. Police were able to positively identify Branham and DeSimone as the individuals who passed the counterfeit $20 bills. Branham and DeSimone were subsequently arrested and charged with four counts of Intent to Issue Counterfeit United States Currency.
In addition to the arrest, OCPD investigators served a search and seizure warrant at a downtown hotel where the two were staying. During the search of the hotel room, officers found additional counterfeit bills in the wallet of a third suspect. Charges have not yet been filed for the third suspect, however, Ocean City Police are continuing to investigate the incident.
The Ocean City Police Department is asking citizens and businesses to please inspect suspicious looking U.S. currency, particularly $20 bills with serial number IA20912843A.
After establishing that the money was in fact counterfeit, Ocean City Police officers were able to establish two initial suspects, who were later identified as Nicole Aynette Branham, 27, of Dover, DE and Bianca Marie DeSimone, 32, of Dover, DE.
During the course of the investigation, Branham and DeSimone were located at a separate business, attempting to pass additional counterfeit bills. Police were able to positively identify Branham and DeSimone as the individuals who passed the counterfeit $20 bills. Branham and DeSimone were subsequently arrested and charged with four counts of Intent to Issue Counterfeit United States Currency.
In addition to the arrest, OCPD investigators served a search and seizure warrant at a downtown hotel where the two were staying. During the search of the hotel room, officers found additional counterfeit bills in the wallet of a third suspect. Charges have not yet been filed for the third suspect, however, Ocean City Police are continuing to investigate the incident.
The Ocean City Police Department is asking citizens and businesses to please inspect suspicious looking U.S. currency, particularly $20 bills with serial number IA20912843A.
The OCPD advises citizens real U.S. Currency has several security features. The three main security features located on $20 bills are: shifting inks on the number $20, security threads which display the denomination of the currency imbedded in the bill and the watermark of the main image on the face of the bill located on the right side of note.
If you have any information or think you may have counterfeit money, please contact your local police. For further information regarding counterfeit money identification go to: http://www.secretservice.gov/know_your_money.shtml.
If you have any information or think you may have counterfeit money, please contact your local police. For further information regarding counterfeit money identification go to: http://www.secretservice.gov/know_your_money.shtml.
Anyone with any information regarding this case, please contact the OCPD at 410-723-6610.
Update On Matt Holloway
Matt is a resident of Salisbury. He lives on Little Lane, not far from my home actually. Matt is in the process of creating a Facebook Page to promote his campaign. His Treasurer is Bob Dickey and Matt's platform is based on Agriculture and Property Rights.
Salisbury News will be attempting to expand our political candidate format by adding shows on Tuesday's and Thursday's at 6 PM. We've already started scheduling candidates and Matt will be one of the first to come on board next week.
House Democrats ‘Deem’ Faux $1.1 Trillion Budget ‘As Passed’
Last night, as part of a procedural vote on the emergency war supplemental bill, House Democrats attached a document that “deemed as passed” a non-existent $1.12 trillion budget.
The execution of the “deeming” document allows Democrats to start spending money for Fiscal Year 2011 without the pesky constraints of a budget.
The procedural vote passed 215-210 with no Republicans voting in favor and 38 Democrats crossing the aisle to vote against deeming the faux budget resolution passed.
Never before -- since the creation of the Congressional budget process -- has the House failed to pass a budget, failed to propose a budget then deemed the non-existent budget as passed as a means to avoid a direct, recorded vote on a budget, but still allow Congress to spend taxpayer money.
House Budget Committee Ranking Member Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.) warned this was the green light for Democrats to continue their out-of-control spending virtually unchecked.
PLEASE BE CAREFUL IN OCEAN CITY THIS WEEKEND
4th of July Weekend will be crazy in Ocean City, as it always is. However, from adults to children, we cannot remind you enough to ALWAYS use the crosswalks and always follow the traffic signals. Let's have a great 4th of July weekend without having to report any casualties.
The New O'Malley-Brown Website
Dear Friends,
We wanted you to be the first to connect with the new O'Malley-Brown Campaign website. The new website was designed especially for you - to allow you to connect with me and our campaign to Move Maryland Forward.
Over the last four years, we've worked hard to deliver results for Maryland's families. Whether it's creating jobs, improving public education and public safety, or protecting our family farms, our new website provides you with the information you need to get involved, get connected and spread the word about our positive vision for Maryland.
The website also provides you with all the tools you'll need to stay connected with the campaign. We've made it easier than ever to share information about important issues facing our state and the latest news about the campaign.
Forward this email on to 10 friends and help them stay connected.
The social media dashboard connects you directly to our campaign blog, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr sites - so you can get real-time updates from me and the campaign.
Also check out the "Connections Map" to meet friends and supporters throughout Maryland who know that we cannot afford to let Maryland slip back to the days when the special interests ran things in Annapolis.
Will you help us move Maryland Forward by signing up today?
The choice in this election has never been more clear, but I know you'll hear plenty from the other side during this campaign. We're going to keep them honest with our Get the Facts and Point/Counterpoint sections of the website. Click here to stay informed and get the facts you need to move our state forward.
I believe -- with your help -- we will win in November, but I need your help. Use this new website to get involved and stay connected to our campaign, and let's continue what we've started.
Thanks,
Martin O'Malley
We wanted you to be the first to connect with the new O'Malley-Brown Campaign website. The new website was designed especially for you - to allow you to connect with me and our campaign to Move Maryland Forward.
Over the last four years, we've worked hard to deliver results for Maryland's families. Whether it's creating jobs, improving public education and public safety, or protecting our family farms, our new website provides you with the information you need to get involved, get connected and spread the word about our positive vision for Maryland.
The website also provides you with all the tools you'll need to stay connected with the campaign. We've made it easier than ever to share information about important issues facing our state and the latest news about the campaign.
Forward this email on to 10 friends and help them stay connected.
The social media dashboard connects you directly to our campaign blog, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr sites - so you can get real-time updates from me and the campaign.
Also check out the "Connections Map" to meet friends and supporters throughout Maryland who know that we cannot afford to let Maryland slip back to the days when the special interests ran things in Annapolis.
Will you help us move Maryland Forward by signing up today?
The choice in this election has never been more clear, but I know you'll hear plenty from the other side during this campaign. We're going to keep them honest with our Get the Facts and Point/Counterpoint sections of the website. Click here to stay informed and get the facts you need to move our state forward.
I believe -- with your help -- we will win in November, but I need your help. Use this new website to get involved and stay connected to our campaign, and let's continue what we've started.
Thanks,
Martin O'Malley
Support The Wicomico Humane Society
Don't forget to stop by Mr. Curly's on Rt. 13 to pick up one of your "YOU'VE BEEN BLOGGED" tee shirts for only $10.00 each. 100% of the proceeds will go to the Wicomico Humane Society. I want to thank all of the people that went by there yesterday to pick up their shirts. I say shirts because most bought more than one, thank you!Mr. Curly's hours are as follows:
Monday thru Thursday, 10:00 AM ro 5:30 PM
Friday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
BREAKING NEWS: Seth Mitchell Files To Run For Wicomico County States Attorney
Seth Mitchell is filling out paperwork right now to run against Davis Ruark for States Attorney. He's a Democrat with Obama, Kratovil, Edwards & Kerry bumper stickers. However, will he change parties?
Tom Taylor Files For County Executive?
Salisbury News has come to learn that Tom Taylor has filed as a republican to run for Wicomico County Executive. Talk about a conflict of interest.Tom works for the non profit PAC 14 and we ALL know the hard times they have seen both in the City and County. Again, every one has the right to file and run but come on Folks, we can do better than this.
How about someone like Robin Holloway!
Found Dog
Joe,
I see you post notices for lost/found animals quite frequently- I had a visitor in my yard late last night. He's a male black lab, looks rather young. Probably about 50 lbs. He was very friendly and healthy; he had no collar but looked like he has worn one.
I live in Willow Creek off Nanticoke Rd. Please pass this info or post it. I'm unable to upload a photo right now.
Jon Changlin, phone 410-603-5255
I see you post notices for lost/found animals quite frequently- I had a visitor in my yard late last night. He's a male black lab, looks rather young. Probably about 50 lbs. He was very friendly and healthy; he had no collar but looked like he has worn one.
I live in Willow Creek off Nanticoke Rd. Please pass this info or post it. I'm unable to upload a photo right now.
Jon Changlin, phone 410-603-5255
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