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The Original Blog…- Worth Fighting For… 2019-11-10Our nation has come to many crossroads in the time since revolution. And from then until now, brave men and women have gone in harm’s way in our stead in order to preserve those unalienable rights, being “life, liberty and … Continue reading →patriot64
- Directions to “Truth and Reason First”… 2018-12-04Hello friends! Whether intentional or not, you’ve landed on the blog page. Please feel free to browse the content, but in order to get my latest and greatest you’ll have to move over to www.patriot64.com of www.fredcomella.com . We haven’t … Continue reading →patriot64
- The new site is here..! 2013-07-10Fellow Patriots, We are rolling out the new web site today so future posts will now be added at the new address, http://www.patriot64.com/, with the blog remaining open as an archive for the foreseeable future. All appears to be as … Continue reading →patriot64
- Living the numbers… 2013-07-06Richard Clark, owner of Supreme Janitorial Services in Jacksonville was speaking on one of the weekend news programs Saturday, and described his company as the “proverbial poster child” for the impending disaster that is “Obamacare”. A typical small business owner … Continue reading →patriot64
- So much for the “Obama Spring”… 2013-07-05Economics drive politics to be sure, and while the Islamic movement remains a political force in Egypt, matters of the wallet and pocket-book will always rule the day. The Egyptian culture is as diverse as any, and they are a proud … Continue reading →patriot64
- The Declaration of Independence… 2013-07-04The Declaration of Independence [yframe url=’http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cg-CMN_-RwM’]patriot64
- Independence Day 2013… 2013-07-03Every July I write a lot about the birth of this great nation. As part of that discussion this year I posted a story on Facebook and Twitter about “Lady Gaga” and how she elected to “modify” our National Anthem … Continue reading →patriot64
- Snarky POTUS… 2013-06-29Despite what the diehards on MSNBC and CNN would have you believe, the President’s poll numbers are dropping. No longer hovering around the 49 percent approval rating, they have now begun a marching decline, with the last RCP average at … Continue reading →patriot64
- “Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” (John 8:7) 2013-06-28It’s hard to get past today’s headlines and not ask when will the sins of a nation be forgiven. Factually speaking, “We the People” of the United States have done more to address the injustice of racism while promoting human equality … Continue reading →patriot64
- POTUS knows best… 2013-06-25The science of “climate change” is debatable at best, and while curbing pollution should be an objective of any civilized nation, it mustn’t come solely at the expense of the economic stability necessary to pay for it. I am not writing today to debate … Continue reading →patriot64
- Worth Fighting For… 2019-11-10
Category Archives: Economy
If it weren’t for double standards…
The “news” media fawning over this new president is downright nauseating. Having failed in every way to vet the events surrounding the 2020 elections with even a hint of journalistic credibility, they have now moved quickly to hail Biden as … Continue reading
Posted in "Patriot64", Abortion, America, China, Economy, Elections, Foreign Policy, Fred Comella, President Joe Biden, Right vs. Left, Russia, Socioeconomic, The Press, The United States, Unemployment
Tagged "Main Stream Media", Come on man, Joe Biden, Media, News Media, One horse pony, Press, Sleepy Joe
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History (is) For Dummies…
History is the great educator, should we choose to embrace its lessons. The first two decades of the 21st Century have ushered in the consequences of raising a generation, educated by fools, absent the guidance of dying heroes and unwilling … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Education, Elections, Energy, Environment, Fred Comella, Health Care, History, Home and Family, Media, National Debt, Political Correctnness, Politics, President Donald J. Trump, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The Press, The United States
Tagged Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, AOC, President Barack Obama, President Donald Trump, Socialism, SOTU
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Plain Speak…
So the president’s traveling abroad using plain speak that has some on the left reaching for their wine bottles, (and/or pacifiers). It appears his negotiating skill set is not in keeping with the Leftist’s ideas on diplomacy here in our … Continue reading
Posted in "Patriot64", America, Economy, Education, Foreign Policy, Fred Comella, History, Immigration, International, Media, Political Correctnness, Politics, President Donald J. Trump, President Donald Trump, Right vs. Left, The United States
Tagged European Union, President Trump, USA
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Trump Bashing 101…
Full version: For so long as I’ve been properly educated, I’ve always understood the American news media slants left. Nevertheless, my Korean War Veteran father and my mom also taught me civics and the basics of respect for the office … Continue reading
These are the times…
As we are witnessing primary campaigns unprecedented in American history, I feel somewhat compelled to evaluate our current posture, if only for my own sanity… On the Republican side, front runner and bombastic businessman Donald Trump is clearly a media … Continue reading
“Evidence, facts are on our side.” – President Obama…
On its face, one could say that statement was just political bluster, spewed by a failed and departing president in search of a legacy. But this is truly puzzling, and speaks to what many are now calling, President Barack Obama’s … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Economy, Elections, Foreign Policy, Fred Comella, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, Media, Middle East, National Debt, President Obama, Presidential Election 2016, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The United States, Unemployment
Tagged CBO on "Obamacare", Economy, Jobs report, POTUS, President Barack Obama
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So I found this draft and figured why didn’t I ever post it??? So the president says… 8/1/2014 – Revised 10/29/2015…
So the president says: the unemployment rate has dropped faster than at any time in the last thirty years. Reality: That’s because more folks have left the work force and/or simply stopped looking for work than at any time in … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", Congress, Economy, Fred Comella, Health Care
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‘Shadow of crisis has passed’… Really?
Kudos to the Republicans for taking the highroad after last night’s State of the Union address. I have no such political desire today. As expected, the president embellished his record and misrepresented much of our nation’s current station to a … Continue reading
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Tagged Congress, President Barack Obama, SOTU, State of the Union 2015
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Mario Cuomo, 1932 – 2015…
Today we note the passing of three term New York Governor Mario Cuomo, a giant in the world of politics in our country. Out of an abundance of respect, I will not debate his time as governor, but to say this son … Continue reading
Posted in "Patriot64", Class Warfare, Economy, Fred Comella, Politics, President Obama, Right vs. Left, RIP, The United States
Tagged Mario Cuomo, New York Governor
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Is it race, or something more???
The issue of tension between police and minorities in this country is a double edge sword to be sure, with roots on both sides of the argument. But first the facts, as supported by all available evidence. On July 17, … Continue reading
Posted in "Patriot64", 1st Amendment, America, Christianity, Economy, Education, Elections, Fred Comella, History, Home and Family, Law Enforcement, Political Correctnness, Politics, Race, Racism, Religion, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, The United States, Unemployment
Tagged The state of race relations in America.
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Bridge to foolishness…
The midterm elections were a reminder of the ideological differences dividing our nation. They were also a reminder that overall, “We the People” will eventually catch on that we’re being bamboozled by those we elect to high office. Notwithstanding generational … Continue reading
FOX on the brain…
President Obama can’t put aside his battle with Fox News. The problem is his presidency is so difficult to defend. The POTUS recently tweeted that “While affordable healthcare might still be a threat to freedom on Fox News, its working … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, History, Home and Family, Jobs, National Debt, Political Correctnness, Politics, President Obama, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The Border, The United States, Unemployment, Unions
Tagged ACA, Health Care, Healthcare, President Barack Obama
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That sinking feeling…
As far as I’m concerned, it borders on criminal when a politician promotes a false narrative for political or ideological sake. It’s even worse when they do it for reasons of personal legacy or job approval. President Obama is coming … Continue reading
The next generation…
So after all the flip-flopping, pandering, politicking and whining, the POTUS is now warning Congress that if they don’t act on the border crisis he may have no choice but to unilaterally legalize the next generation of Democrat voters. Say … Continue reading
Over in six years…
As I watch the president’s poll numbers plummet, and I see much of what I feared would occur now come to pass, gloating would almost be too easy. But much to the chagrin of my Liberal Progressive detractors, I feel … Continue reading
FYI…
As we ponder the President’s war on fossil fuels and the catastrophic effect his recent (executive) efforts at regulation will have on the broader economy and jobs, I seem to remember a certain Mr. James Hansen speaking before Congress, and … Continue reading
Not so fast…
Hallelujah!! The last jobs report indicated around 288,000 jobs created, thus lowering the unemployment number to 6.3%. Good news, right? Context – 806,000 folks gave up looking for work and left the job market, lowering the labor participation rate to … Continue reading
Rhode Island politics as usual…
With an approval rating just shy of 27%, it’s hard to believe there’s not a viable candidate out there running against Congressman David Cicilline, (D) Rhode Island. I mean what does it say about the “Ocean State” when a man … Continue reading
Term limits anyone???
I heard Congressman Steny Hoyer on FOX trying to defend “Obamacare” this morning. Same old talking points. “College kids on their parents insurance, no exclusion for pre-existing conditions, blah, blah”. Bipartisan stuff from day-one. Oh, and don’t forget we reached … Continue reading
An exercise in ideology, at any cost…
I seem to recall the Obamabots screaming from the rafters that nearly 50 million Americans had no health insurance. Since then however, the facts have classified the difference between those who can’t afford insurance, illegals, and those, who for whatever … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Constitutionality, Economy, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, Judiciary, Media, National Debt, Politics, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The United States, Unemployment, Unions, Womens Issues
Tagged CBO on "Obamacare", Obamacare, The ACA
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America in decline…
I read an article this morning out of the AP which highlighted the rise in Russian patriotism, and I thought to myself, ironic isn’t it. While the United States is foundering in a roiling sea of national dilemmas, the likes … Continue reading
Posted in "Patriot64", America, Benghazi, China, Economy, Foreign Policy, Fred Comella, History, International, Middle East, Military, Politics, Right vs. Left, Russia, Terrorism, The United States, United Nations
Tagged Crimea, Obama, Russia, Ukraine
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Remaking the “American Dream”…
The next step for liberals is to lower the bar and frame the new expectations. In full view of the CBO’s recent “Obamacare” projections, folks like Congressman Keith Ellison (D) MN, are actually out there hyping the wholly unrealistic and un-American concept … Continue reading
Losing that lovin’ feeling…
And so we are treated to more HHS Secretary Sebelius conference call audio, where we hear her talking about an “encouraging and holistic” outlook in terms of the “Obamacare” enrollment numbers. “Holistic”? I’m sorry, but this nightmare is getting more … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, National Debt, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The United States, Unemployment
Tagged ACA, CBO on "Obamacare", Obamacare, Obamacare glitch, PPACA
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Whitehouse’s clever memory lapse…
It seems one of the Obama Administrations biggest cheerleaders thinks Republicans want to “punish” the long term unemployed. Well someone should remind Senator Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island, how it is that unemployment in his tiny state has come to be … Continue reading
The Playbook…
Listening to “School Boy” Jay Carney and Chairman of the CEA Jason Furman spin the CBO’s recent cost projections for Obamacare, was both disheartening and infuriating at the same time. I suppose this was actually a good thing however, … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Class Warfare, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, National Debt, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The United States, Unemployment
Tagged CBO on "Obamacare"
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The Politics of “Keystone”…
Once again President Obama is caught between ideology and reality. President Clinton was masterful at navigating these kinds of pitfalls, because he was always a politician first. Barack Obama however, is a second term ideologue who actually believes his own talking points. … Continue reading
Posted in "Patriot64", America, Economy, Fred Comella, Home and Family, Jobs
Tagged Fracking, Keystone Pipeline
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The State of the Obama Presidency…
I know I’m late to the party on this one. But truthfully, I’ve been a bit stymied on how to respond to the arrogance and elitism displayed by our President on Tuesday evening. Frankly, he sounded almost angry, and in … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Benghazi, Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, Health Care, History, Jobs, Media, Michelle Obama, National Debt, Political Correctnness, Politics, Race, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, Terrorism, The United States, Unemployment
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Healthcare for all???
So “School Boy Jay Carney”, (who’s trying desperately to look like a man with that beard), tells the WH Press Corps there are 2.1 million Americans enrolled in “Obamacare”. Really? Let’s take an honest look. 1. Insurance industry insiders are … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, Media, National Debt, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, The United States, Unemployment, Unions, Womens Issues
Tagged Healthcare, Jay Carney, Obamacare
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“Obamacare” charade continues…
So the President’s going to try and sell this thing once again. Apparently, endless rhetoric and campaigning in place of any successful application continues unabated. Let’s take a look at what we’re seeing to date. The ACA was to include … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Class Warfare, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, National Debt, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Socioeconomic, Terrorism, The United States, Unemployment, Unions
Tagged Healthcare, Obamacare
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“Black Friday” observations…
I’m still keeping my Thanksgiving cover photo up on Facebook for the weekend. I absolutely refuse to bend to the “Black Friday” ways…! Nevertheless, it’s always worth watching and pondering the motives of some in this crowd. I do believe … Continue reading
Posted in "Patriot64", America, Economy, Fred Comella, Holidays, Home and Family, Jobs, Media, Socioeconomic, Unemployment
Tagged "Black Friday"
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“Obamacare” is symptomatic of a larger ailment…
So now your tax dollars are being spent, (to the tune of a million or so dollars), to seek out “Obamacare” success stories? And if that isn’t bad enough, we have to listen to sycophants like Juan Williams bashing anyone … Continue reading
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Tagged Obamacare
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The shrinking Obama approval rating…
As Democrats struggle to find a way to reconcile “Obamacare” heading into the 2014 election cycle, it’s been entertaining as all get out to watch their standard-bearer roll them under the proverbial bus. It’s also amusing watching and listening to … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", America, Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, Media, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The United States, Unemployment, Unions
Tagged Obamacare
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The “language” of ideology…
As expected “The Affordable Care and Patient Protection Act” is imploding before our very eyes. The stories of folks being dropped from their existing plans or receiving radical premium increases can no longer be ignored or explained away by “School … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Fred Comella, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, Media, National Debt, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The United States, Unemployment, Unions
Tagged Healthcare, Obamacare, Obamacare glitch
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“Wins and losses”…
One day after the President and Harry Reid won their battle against House Republicans and successfully kicked the budget can down the road once again, we’re still left with the lowest labor participation rate in 40 years, the most lopsided … Continue reading
More “Froaming” from Froma…
Froma Harrop continues her non-sensical assault on certain members of the Republican Party. Truthfully, she’s almost hard to follow at times through all the hypocrisy. Now “before I go on”, let me say Harrop apparently still doesn’t grasp the reality of our “Republic”, nor … Continue reading
To capitulate or not to capitulate…
A local radio personality was talking about how Republicans need to “learn to lose” and step away from this government shut down. Initially I agreed, more so because of what I understand both parties have become over the last century … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, Home and Family, Jobs, Judiciary, Media, National Debt, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The United States, Unemployment
Tagged Government shut down
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“Froaming” at the mouth…
I guess it only takes (some) folks exercising their Constitutional rights to get sycophants like Froma Harrop “froaming” at the mouth. And I always find it interesting when Liberals label all free speech but their own as “extremist”. Admittedly I rather like … Continue reading
Posted in "Obamacare", "Patriot64", 1st Amendment, America, Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, History, Home and Family, Jobs, Media, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, Unemployment
Tagged Froma Harrop, Obamacare, Providence Journal
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Denial, the enemy of our children…
I am challenged daily on what I write. And yet when I ask for specifics, there is a deafening silence. During a recent political “exchange” in which I supplied some simple “truth and reason”, a friend told me that while he … Continue reading
Not too big to fail…
It’s unlikely Obamacare will be de-funded. This reality is born of voter apathy and ignorance as well as an utterly confusing counter message from Republicans. “A house divided” comes to mind when I listen to recent statements coming from the … Continue reading
Obamacare “Bait and Switch”…
The POTUS continues his “Obamacare” Campaign, running around touting the 2010 Congressional vote on the PPACA, the SCOTUS decision, and his second term, as proof his signature achievement is somehow the people’s will. It’s truly amazing how Liberals can manipulate reality, … Continue reading
Posted in "Patriot64", America, Class Warfare, Congress, Constitutionality, Economy, Elections, Fred Comella, Health Care, Home and Family, Jobs, Judiciary, Media, National Debt, Politics, Rhode Island Local, Right vs. Left, Socioeconomic, Taxes, The United States, Unemployment
Tagged Obamacare
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