someone gets it...

In Prince Rupert they are going through the process of having a pipeline rammed down their throats by the same people who are trying to get Keystone XL built. One of the people testifying at the hearings was a son of an oil executive. He had gained some insight into the oil industry because his father wanted him to understand what it was all about and having connections he sent his son to spend a month learning about refining. His testimony is profound, his insight is a joy to read. He sees it, he felt it, he speaks with conviction. It is worth a read. He demonstrates the disconnect between those on the ground and those who lead, be they a CEO or a Prime Minister. Posted on Dreamwidth

sabre rattling and oil prices

Seems big oil has decided to take advantage of the sabre rattling over Iran and suck us dry at the pump. I have already seen $4.19 a gallon gas. and that is just the beginning as they will also use their power to blame it on regulation, loss of subsidies, and  use the old excuse they have to compete in a global market.. All that is bullshit, as there is not shortage of oil right now, their profits are at record highs, they need to lose their subsidies. No, remember the next time you hear a Republican say we need to drill more, just imagine you are listening to a talking head who has been bought by the oil companies. BTW, expect to see $5 a gallon by Memorial Day...

While Obama has been somewhat of a disappointment to the progressive community (he seems to find his cajones every time he needs a vote) he is a better Republican than any of the other candidates. No, I didn't mis identify him as Republican, he acts more like a moderate Republican than a Democrat.  He is the lesser of many evils.
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The new police state will be in Chicago soon..

Chicago is going to host the G8 summit and a NATO summit so we will see the most massive police/military build up so far. This article just hints at what is happening and what it will be like in Chicago during these events but it is a demonstration of how little our civil liberties really matter to those in power.


So, don't make any plans to visit Chicago any time soon. You just might not make it home but be indefinitely detained under NDAA. Posted on Dreamwidth