TIME Millennials: Don't Complain — Get An Education and Prove You Can Succeed Too

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 5 days ago

The author advises millennials to buck up, pursue an education, and stay confident in themselves.

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Michelle Obama Bowie State University: First Lady's Graduation Speech a Must-Hear

Sal Bommarito in Politics 5 days ago

The First Lady's graduation speech at Bowie State University should be read by all.

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IRS Scandal: Benghazi, IRS, and AP Reveal Obama's Contempt For Ordinary Americans

Sal Bommarito in Politics 5 days ago

The three scandals are ruining the Obama presidency.

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5 Reasons Obama Just Can't Seal the Deal

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 week ago

Obama has a flawless record closing the deal during his election campaigns. But that’s where Obama’s stellar record as a closer ends.

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Prostate Cancer Exams: New Test Can Tell You Whether It's Deadly Or Not

Sal Bommarito in Science 2 weeks ago

A new test for prostate cancer can tell patients whether or not their case is deadly, potentially saving thousands of men from unnecesary and stressful surgery.

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'Scandal' TV Show: How It Teaches the Benefits Of Loyalty

Sal Bommarito in Culture 3 weeks ago

A major theme of the TV show is loyalty to others.

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17 Facts About Dos Equis' "Most Interesting Man in the World"

Sal Bommarito in Culture 3 weeks ago

The full story on the Most Interesting Man In The World.

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Boston Bombings: Why We Must Extend the War On Terror Even Further

Sal Bommarito in World 3 weeks ago

In the wake of the Boston bombings, how can we increase our efforts to fight terrorism? We must defend ourselves and our way of life without apology.

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8 Ways the Boston Bombing Changed America Forever

Sal Bommarito in Politics 4 weeks ago

The Boston bombing could potentially derail the little progress made on issues ranging from immigration reform to gun control. Here's how.

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Will Bank Regulation Hurt Banks In the Long Term?

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 month ago

If laws target “too big to fail” banks, regulations and capital requirements will hurt bank profits and their ability to raise more capital to fund American commerce.

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Federal Reserve is Critical to the Continuing Security Of Our Economy

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 months ago

Critics claim that the Federal Reserve is a shadowy, out-of-touch institution which supports corrupt big banks. Actually, it's a pillar of stability for the American economy.

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23 Of the Best Dos Equis "Most Interesting Man In The World" Quotes (Part II)

Sal Bommarito in Culture 2 months ago

Commentators continue to send in new Dos Equis, "the most interesting man in the world," quotes. To honor new these contributors, I offer 23 more quotes.

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8 Reasons Americans Should Be More Optimistic

Sal Bommarito in Culture 2 months ago

Good news is starting to outweigh the bad in the U.S. Here are some reasons why we should be optimistic about the future of our country.

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DOMA Supreme Court: SCOTUS Should Strike Down DOMA and Prop 8

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 months ago

Some argue that striking down DOMA or Prop 8 in the courts would be too jarring for the American people to accept. But equal rights for LGBT Americans is much more important.

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Prop 8: Supreme Court Set to Hear Gay Marriages Cases

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 months ago

As we approach the Supreme Court hearings on Prop 8 and DOMA, it's important to realize that gays have a right to love whoever they want.

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The President Should Have Only One 6-Year Term

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 months ago

A unique term would free the president from political pressures, making him or her more effective at executing the job she or he is elected to get done.

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RNC Postmortem: Zombie GOP Must Come Back From the Dead to Win the Presidency

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 months ago

Today's GOP, much like the undead, can only moan and shamble towards its inevitable demise. Unless it revives itself by compromising on key issues, it can't win in 2016.

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9 Reasons Airline Travel is Worse Than Ever These Days

Sal Bommarito in Culture 2 months ago

The golden days of flying in the 1970s are long gone, replaced by a nightmare of security checks, poor service, and fees.

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Entitlement Spending is a Clear and Present Danger to the Future Of Millennials

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 2 months ago

Current economic policy is seeing spending on entitlements spiral out of control. Millennials need to support deficit reduction now, rather than later.

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Dow Jones Hits Record High: When Will the Stock Market Fall Again?

Sal Bommarito in Business 3 months ago

There are six critical economic and political developments that could send the stock market crashing in the next few months.

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Andrew Mason Groupon Resignation Increases Scrutiny On CEOs

Sal Bommarito in Business 3 months ago

Following former Groupon CEO Andrew Mason's resignation/termination, corporate chief executives' performances are undergoing even greater scrutiny. Here's 1o areas where the pressure is on.

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YouTube: Mitchell Marcus, Mentally Handicapped Basketball Player Shoots Basket: What We Can Learn

Sal Bommarito in Culture 3 months ago

Jonathan Montanez famously passed the ball to mentally handicapped opponent Mitchell Marcus, who made a basket. Athletes should follow the generous teen's lead and show more compassion.

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6 Issues Hurting the Catholic Church Today

Sal Bommarito in Culture 3 months ago

The pope's departure is yet another reminder that the Catholic Church's image couldn't be worse. Here are six issues negatively impacting the religion.

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7 Reasons Why the 2013 Oscars Were A Waste Of Time to Watch

Sal Bommarito in Culture 3 months ago

I watched the entire Oscars program on Sunday night, and on Monday morning I feel ashamed that I did. Here are 7 reasons why.

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Organizing For Action: New Obama Lobbying Group Sends President Down a Dark Path

Sal Bommarito in Politics 3 months ago

The goal of the new OFA group is to support Obama’s second-term policies, including curbing gun control and overhauling immigration. There is no precedent for this presidential lobbying power.

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Sequestration 2013: This is the Perfect 6 Point Plan Congress Should Follow

Sal Bommarito in Business 3 months ago

The sequestration is upon us and Washington is not making any progress. A new grand plan including revenue-producing proposals and large spending cuts is necessary.

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Euthanasia Debate: Should Americans Have the Right To End Their Lives?

Sal Bommarito in Culture 3 months ago

Should we keep producing geriatric drugs that extend lives of terminally ill patients, even if the result is a living hell for the afflicted and their families, or let people die as they wish?

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Yoga Health Benefits: Ancient Practice Can Improve Health, But Also Be Dangerous

Sal Bommarito in Science 3 months ago

Yoga can be a major stress reliever and increase flexibility, but can also put the health of practitioners at stake.

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SOTU 2013: False Hopes And Distortions Dominate President's Speech

Sal Bommarito in Politics 3 months ago

Obama's address contained too much of the same attitude, false promises, and rhetoric of the past.

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Facebook (FB) Stock: Earnings Report Shows FB Growing Mobile Business

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 4 months ago

The company is making progress, especially in terms of its mobile business.

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3 Things Every Facebook Investor Should Know

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 4 months ago

Facebook (FB) stock is riding a roller coaster and its prospects don't appear to be materially improving. There are 3 things in particular you should watch out for.

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Facebook (FB) Stock: Investors Jittery Ahead Of Earnings Report

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 4 months ago

Pre-earnings Facebook stock is stable, but there are some concerns. Major investors on Tuesday sought to offset those concerns by pointing to FB's growing advertising arm.

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Hillary Clinton 2016: Forget Credentials, America Chooses Politicians Based On Sex and Skin Color

Sal Bommarito in Politics 4 months ago

In his article "Hillary's Farewell Act" journalist Michael Goodwin lambasts both Hillary Clinton and President Obama; asking, are we naively prioritizing sex and race when it comes to politics?

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80 Million Millennials Will Make America a Super Power Again

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 4 months ago

The world is waiting to be led by millennials. Now that some of your have blown past 30, you are about ready to jump into the fight.

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Can Millennials Still Become Millionaires?

Sal Bommarito in Business 4 months ago

With job opportunities for millennials slim, and unemployed millennials unable to get a firm foothold in the market, could this generation fail to reach the peaks of income?

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Obama Deficit 2013: We Might Never Be Able to Reduce Our Deficit, Here's Why

Sal Bommarito in Business 4 months ago

An economic recovery in the U.S. that will make a meaningful dent in the deficit has never happened before. And here's why it probably never will.

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Phil Mickelson's Tax Rate Proves That the Wealthy May Being Getting Screwed

Sal Bommarito in Business 4 months ago

Phil Mickelson, the professional golfer, is fretting about the increase in his tax rates. Does his concern foretell future actions by wealthy individuals to cut back?

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Obama Inauguration 2013: 11 Issues the President Needs to Address in His Second Term

Sal Bommarito in Politics 4 months ago

To restore his reputation and cement his legacy, Obama must address these 11 issues in his second term, which range from decreasing spending to implementing comprehensive gay rights.

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10 Things Millennials Must Fight For to Make America a Better Place

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 4 months ago

There are 10 clear policy areas the leaders of tomorrow should focus on. Solving these problems will undoubtedly made the U.S. stronger.

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FB Graph Search: Facebook Disappoints With Big Unveiling

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 4 months ago

Once again, FB has disappointed investors with a "private search" function that, while cool, doesn't promise new revenue anytime soon.

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Debt Ceiling Myth Debunked: The Federal Government Will Not Default No Matter What

Sal Bommarito in Business 4 months ago

Amid all the debt ceiling noise, few seem to realize that the Treasury will still be able to pay the nation's debts, regardless of congressional (in)action.

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Millennials: Love America, Or Leave It

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 4 months ago

Millennials seem to share a number of negative attitudes about the U.S. If you hate the country so much, why don't you leave it?

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Millennial Unemployment: Why Are Younger Americans Still Struggling in This Economy?

Sal Bommarito in Business 4 months ago

In December, workers 20-24 years old had difficulty finding jobs and their unemployment rate jumped from 12.6% to 13.7%. Why are millennials still struggling in this economy?

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24 of the Greatest Dos Equis 'The Most Interesting Man in the World' Quotes (+Video)

Sal Bommarito in Culture 4 months ago

His charm is so contagious, vaccines have been created for it. Years ago, he built a city out of blocks — today 600,000 people live and work there. He is the most interesting man in the world.

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8 Of the Biggest Things Hurting America Today

Sal Bommarito in Politics 4 months ago

From economic issues to partisan problems, American society faces distinct threats to its well-being.

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Stocks 2013: Why It Could Be a Good Year for Markets

Sal Bommarito in Business 4 months ago

Moving out of defensive assets such as Treasuries and cash into a diversified stock portfolio would be a logical choice at this time.

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Debt Ceiling 2013: The Next Big Issue Congress Has to Tackle

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

The fiscal cliff negotiations did not do a damn thing to ameliorate the debt crisis.

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Fiscal Cliff Deal: How Much Will Your 2013 Taxes Spike?

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

The fiscal cliff deal passed in the House on Tuesday night really only sets the stage for a number of mini-fiscal cliff moments over the next couple of months.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: There Will Be A Deal, if the House Passes New Year's Eve Senate Bill

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

Not addressed is the debt ceiling, which will be a monstrous issue in February, and the sequestration, which will occur in two months.

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What Stocks Should Investors Buy in 2013?

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

Those looking to invest in 2013 should appraise the most successful companies from a stock appreciation perspective as well the current stock environment, and consider these 10 companies.

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What Happens if We Fall Off the Fiscal Cliff?

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

A guide to the big tax increases that will be imposed upon Americans if Congress fails to prevent the U.S. from heading over the fiscal cliff.

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What Happens If We Go Off the Fiscal Cliff? Stocks Will Plunge, and Here's Why That Should Freak You Out

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

There are a number of major groups that are dependent on higher stock prices. Here's why the stock market is so important.

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2013 Tax Increases: 4 Possible Solutions to Avoid the Fiscal Cliff

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

The ultimate solution to the country’s financial woes is a balance between revenues and spending cuts.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: Increase Taxes On Rich and Decrease Government Spending Now

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

An inability to negotiate a deal that includes tax increases and entitlement reform (now) is the real reason why our government cannot make a grand bargain.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: Millennials Must Demand Spending Cuts to Avoid Inheriting a Staggering National Debt

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

Millennials are going to inherit the national debt. They should be actively fighting for a reduction in spending by taking an interest in the fiscal cliff negotiations.

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Krugman Terrible Trillion Op-Ed: Full of Pretzel Logic and Vitriol

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

Paul Krugman's latest Op-Ed misses key details on the deficit.

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Adam Lanza Shooting: Mass Shooters Are Mostly White Male, From Suburbia

Sal Bommarito in Politics 5 months ago

Mass shootings follow a pattern. Since 1996, most mass shooters have been 1) white males, 2) young, 3) living in suburban places, and 4) coming from a broken household.

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121212 Sandy Concert Raises Over $50 Million For Hurricane Victims

Sal Bommarito in Culture 5 months ago

Thanks to the generous of the attendees and those watching at home, tends of millions of dollars were raised last night for people displaced by Hurricane Sandy.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: How American Can Avoid Going Over the Fiscal Cliff

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

Democrats and Republicans are engaged in a game of chicken with the highest stakes imaginable. This is the current state of the fiscal crisis negotiations, and this how it will probably end.

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Rolling Stones Tour: Mick Jagger and the Boys Are Old, Iconic, and Still Awesome

Sal Bommarito in Culture 5 months ago

Despite what the 'New York Times' says, the Rolling Stones 50th anniversary concert is drop-everything amazing. The recent Stones concert at the Barclays Center was just as good as Chicago 1969.

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Obama Tax Hikes: Why The President Wants to Raise Tax Rates

Sal Bommarito in Business 5 months ago

Why would Obama care where revenues come from, so long as they are received exclusively from wealthy Americans? Well, he shouldn’t.

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Elizabeth Warren: She is Bringing More Liberal Extremism to the Senate

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren will likely serve on the Senate Banking Committee, where she can advance her highly progressive pro-consumer, anti-business views.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: What Liberals Do Not Get About Gaining Revenue From Tax Benefits

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

In the back and forth fiscal cliff negotiations, tax benefits can help afford legislators to make a grand bargain. Here's how.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: The Rich Already Pay Their Fair Share of Taxes

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

The rich are already paying more than enough in taxes. Any proposed tax increases on the wealthy would be unfair, and here's why.

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25 Tips to Parenting Skills: Level Master

Sal Bommarito in Culture 6 months ago

Here's how to nail parenthood, when the time is right of course.

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2016 Presidential Candidates: Jeb Bush Makes So Much More Sense Than Rubio, Ryan, or Christie

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

Rubio, Christie, and Ryan will be busy during the next four years with their day jobs, and must contend with reelection campaigns. Bush can dedicate all of their time to bu

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What is the Fiscal Cliff and What Needs to Happen to Avoid An Economic Disaster?

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

Here are some key points to help understand the fiscal cliff. Firstly, though, the president is not as strong as he thinks. The House and/or the Senate can foil his plans.

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What is Fiscal Cliff 2013: The 8 Most Important Things You Need to Know

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

If the fiscal cliff is to be avoided, Obama must stop engaging in class warfare.

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SAC Capital and Steven Cohen: Insider Trading is a Fog That Haunts Wall Street

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

SAC Capital Advisors former employee Matthew Martoma has been tied to a huge insider trading scandal. But the confusion about what is "inside information" puts a shadow over the allegations.

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War on Capitalism: Obama Class Warfare Ultimately Hurts the Middle Class

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

The war between the classes is becoming more likely, as Obama and liberals fan the flames of discontent.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: Why Entitlement Reform Must Happen Now

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

Our country is being held hostage by stubborn old men and women who are prepared to flush our economy down the toilet if they do not have their way.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: Liberals Need to Stop Class Warfare to Solve This Crisis

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

Liberals need to stop demonizing those who they want to pay more in taxes.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: Why the Obama Tax Plan Will Not Solve the Debt

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

One hundred percent of Americans should contribute something to reduce the deficit and/or to improve the country.

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Benghazi Cover Up: Petraeus Hearing on Libya Leaves Many Questions Unanswered

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

The former CIA director's testimony on Capitol Hill contradicts the administration's earlier claim that the Sept. 11 attack in Benghazi was a spontaneous event caused by an anti-Islam video.

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2012 Election Results: After Losing Badly, the GOP Must Do 9 Things to Avoid Becoming Extinct

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

The GOP has lost its way by kowtowing to the most radical elements in its ranks. They made it impossible for Mitt Romney to unseat a very beatable incumbent.

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Fiscal Cliff 2013: The 10 Biggest Things You Should Know About Taxmageddon

Sal Bommarito in Business 6 months ago

After mocking Mitt Romney’s proposal to decrease tax benefits to the rich in lieu of increasing their income tax rates, Democrats now see the light.

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Election 2012 Results: Republicans Lost Because of the Ultra Right Wing Agenda

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

Mitt Romney had a lot going against him in the presidential race. Here are the top three reasons why Republicans could not have won the 2012 election.

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Third Party Politics: 16 Issues That Form the Core of My New Centrist Party

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

Seemingly everyone agrees that the Democratic and Republican parties are out of touch with the American people. It's time for a new, more Centrist Party.

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With Fiscal Cliff Looming, Here Are 5 Ways Liberals and Conservatives Can Work Together

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

Partisan fighting and obstructionism are ruining the country. Here are five ways liberals and conservatives can work together immediately.

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Election Day 2012: What Obama Needs to Do to Have A Successful Second Term

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

In his second term, Obama will have to table his left-wing agenda if he hopes to get anything accomplished.

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Election Day 2012 LIVE: New York City Election Results and Electoral College Updates

Sal Bommarito in Politics 6 months ago

In New York City, there were massive problems already at 6 am at the polling place.

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Who Should I Vote For: 6 Most Important Questions If You Are Still Undecided in Election 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

If you're heading to the voting booth and still undecided about whether to once again vote for Mitt Romney, consider these six points.

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Obama vs Romney: Obama Negative Campaigning May Cost Him the Election on Tuesday

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

The 2012 presidential campaign has proven that Obama is "The Mudslinger-in-Chief."

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Obama vs Romney: 34 Reasons Not to Vote For Either Candidate in 2012 Election

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

34 problems that Barack Obama and Mitt Romney will have to overcome to win the election on Tuesday.

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Election 2012: Paul Krugman Praises Divider in Chief In Latest Socialist Diatribe

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

Keynesian Paul Krugman says Obama should be reelected, even if it means a continued gridlocked government.

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Chris Christie Obama: Should the President Have Visited New Jersey After Hurricane Sandy

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, we can't forget that Obama's visit to New Jersey with Chris Christie was highly politically motivated

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Gary Johnson as President: How Election 2012 Could Pave the Way for Third Parties

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

Mitt Romney represents the last chance to retain the current political landscape.

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Presidential Polls 2012: The Race is Tilting Towards Romney, As Obama Loses Major Ground

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

The latest presidential polls show Romney is definitely ahead in the popular vote according to every pollster, although his lead is usually within the margin of error.

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Obama vs Romney Presidential Election: 10 Things You Should Look For From the Next President

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

When Americans head to the polls next Tuesday, they should keep in mind these 10 important features of any successful government.

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Forget the Economy, Here is the Unexpected Issue Which Could Doom Either Obama or Romney

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

After all the campaign promises and vicious attacks, the political future of America can be distilled down to one important issue: partisanship.

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Facebook (FB) Stock: FB Employees Stand to Earn Over 5 Billion Dollars This Month, and Here is Why

Sal Bommarito in Business 7 months ago

Facebook (FB) employees holding 225 million shares of restricted stock will be $5.2 billion richer in a few days.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Boost: Earnings Report Gives Hope For Its Mobile Business

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 7 months ago

FB’s problem, along with other Internet companies, is that the small screen of a cellphone “poses design challenges” for where and how to place ads. Are they turning a corner?

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Obama vs Romney: Candidates Need to Tell Voters How They Will Fix the Economy

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

The principal concern is that neither candidate has been specific, nor has either referred to the numbers to make his case.

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Mitt Romney As President: Why He is the Best Choice to Lead America

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

A quick glance at Romney's background is the only proof we need that he is the best man for the job.

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Who Won the Debate: Obama Did, But Here are 6 Reasons Why We Should Vote for Romney

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

Are we trying to put the best thespian, the best orator or the best smile into the White House? Or, are we going to elect the most capable person to lead us?

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Lloyd Blankfein and Erskine Bowles Agree: The American Economy is Nearing a Big Cliff

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

Given that the Budget Control Act of 2011 takes effect on December 31, 2012, before the newly elected president’s term begins, it is imperative that Congress begins deliberations immediately.

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Why Wall Street Bonuses Are Fair Game

Sal Bommarito in Business 7 months ago

If a firm earns large profits, it rewards its employees with bonuses. There is nothing sinister or conspiratorial about the system.

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9 Ways Obama Has Ruined the Millennial Generation

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

Obama's policies in everything from health care, to foreign policy, to education will seriously impact millennials for years to come.

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Obama vs Romney Debate: Big Bird is Rich Like Romney, so Stop the Big Bird Rap

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

Big Bird and the Sesame Street franchise are extraordinarily profitable. They earned $211 million between 2003 and 2006.

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Obama vs Romney: 10 Pressing Questions the Candidates Must Address in the Upcoming Debates

Sal Bommarito in Politics 7 months ago

10 significant dangers and landmines on the horizon that may very well disrupt our lives in the coming days and months.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Woes: FB COO Says Company Has Moved on From Failed IPO, But Investors Have Not

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 8 months ago

The response to COO Sandberg was tepid as the stock was unchanged in after-hour trading. The stock closed Tuesday at $22, down from the $38 offering price.

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Obama vs Romney Debates: This is What Romney, the Under Dog, Needs to Do to Win

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

Romney needs to be relentless, just shy of ruthless, as he addresses the over-exaggerated achievements of Obama.

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BofA Merrill Lynch Acquisition: Lawsuit Settled, But Little Interest Anymore

Sal Bommarito in Business 8 months ago

BofA will pay $2.43 billion to its shareholders who claimed that the bank “made false or misleading statements about both companies’ financial health.”

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76 Reasons I Would Not Want to Be Obama or Romney in Election 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

The position of President of the United States is the most difficult job in the country. Frankly, I’m not sure why anyone would want the job.

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Obama vs Romney Debate Schedule: Dates, Location, Preview

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

If Romney gave this economic speech, people would actually rally behind him.

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Obama vs Romney: Regardless of Who Wins, Election 2012 is a Travesty

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

The elections are fraught with lies and decent financed by campaign cash.

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Presidential Polls 2012: Romney is in Dire Straits, But Here Are 6 Things He Can Do to Right the Ship

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

The situation is serious for Romney. Still, he has a chance ... if he follows these steps.

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NY Times Article on Banks Proves Journalist Knows Nothing About Economics

Sal Bommarito in World 8 months ago

Suggesting that banks borrow money to decrease taxes is one of the strangest suppositions made during the past few years by a media source unfriendly to the banking industry.

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Obama the Dictator: Why the President Governs as an Authoritarian More Than a Chief Executive

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

President Obama's leadership style is more authoritarian than Washingtonian.

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Obama vs Romney: A Line By Line Analysis and Defense of the Romney 47 Percent Comment

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

A complete analysis of each element in the controversial Mitt Romney hot mic comments.

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Health Care Reform: Why the Money We Spend On the Elderly May Threaten Our Whole Economy

Sal Bommarito in Science 8 months ago

There are a number of costs affiliated with caring for an elderly loved one, and it may be dragging our economy down.

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The Failing Presidency of Barack Obama: Why Rhetoric Against Bush, Iran, and Affluent People Will Lose Him the Election

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

Obama is a great “Blame Game” player. The voters should recognize this and end his rule.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Woes: How the Company Stacks Up to Apple, Google, and Microsoft

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 8 months ago

FB has the potential to be considered in the same light as other larger high tech companies, but it has a lot of work to do.

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Obama vs Romney: 5 Reasons Why an Obama Victory Would Be a Total Disaster

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

Another Obama victory would be the coup de grâce for America.

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Obama vs Romney: 5 Economic Statistics Which Will Decide Election 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

While there are many statistics which can be cited to determine the current state of our economic woes, voters will likely on focus on a handful this election season.

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Obama vs Romney: 11 Things You Must Know to Vote For the Best Candidate in Election 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 8 months ago

11 suggestions to help you choose the best man for president come November.

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Why the Michelle Obama DNC Speech Was a Complete Failure

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

Michelle made a stirring speech, but one which was full of fluff.

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Obama Welfare Approach Makes Recipients Slaves to the State

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

The U.S. desperately needs sensible reforms when it comes to its unemployment insurance system.

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Mitt Romney's Speech Last Night: Video and Analysis

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

Mitt Romney's speech has put pressure on Democrats. It's game on and now Dems will now try to undo everything accomplished in Tampa starting next week.

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Case Shiller Housing Figures are Misleading: Why the Real Estate Market is Still in Trouble

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

Home prices are on the rise, but an enormous shadow inventory of housing could put a damper on the market's recovery.

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Romney Interview Shows Why He is Ready to Beat Obama and Lead America

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

America needs a calculating businessman in the Oval Office, not a starry-eyed idealist.

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Do We Even Need Political Conventions Like the RNC Anymore?

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

Brokaw suggested a one-day affair and a series of rallies across the country at sports stadiums connected to the convention by satellite.

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11 Reasons Why the Obama Presidency is Like Facebook (FB) Failed IPO

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

Barack Hussein Obama (BHO) is the Facebook (FB) president.

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Paul Ryan Divides New York Times Columnists Paul Krugman and David Brooks

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

Krugman is wrong, Brooks right about the 2012 presumptive vice presidential nominee.

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Making a Profit is Not Evil, So Stop Demonizing Wall Street

Sal Bommarito in Business 9 months ago

Despite the criticisms of the left, maximizing shareholder value benefits the greater good.

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Wall Street vs Main Street: Two Radically Different Takes on the Economy

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

Optimism on Wall Street has pushed stocks higher, but consumer sentiment continues to plummet. What explains this divergence?

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Iran War Odds: Negotiations Must Be Based on History, Not Wishful Thinking

Sal Bommarito in World 9 months ago

As rumors of an Israeli attack swirl, we must rely the horrific events of the past to inform the diplomacy of the present.

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Housing Market Predictions: Recovery is a Total Myth

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

A New York Times article gives readers hope about the housing market, so long as they didn't make it past the headline.

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7 Most Important Things About London Olympics 2012

Sal Bommarito in Culture 9 months ago

The Olympics succeed in providing social and national benefits.

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Obama Fundraising Gone Wrong: Secret Service Force Swimmers Off of a Public Beach

Sal Bommarito in Politics 9 months ago

Barack Obama visited Connecticut on Monday, and two taxpayer-funded beaches were shut down to accommodate.

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Dodd Frank is an Affront to the Free Market and Must Be Repealed

Sal Bommarito in Business 10 months ago

The Dodd-Frank financial reform bill is now two years old. Happy birthday to this unsuccessful odyssey orchestrated by a Democratic-controlled Congress.

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New France Sexual Harassment Law Will Not Stop French Men From Having Their Mistresses

Sal Bommarito in Politics 10 months ago

New French law may lead to a onslaught of new cases, both legitimate and frivolous.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Plummets, as the Company Loses $35B in Value

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 10 months ago

Facebook disastrous IPO performance proves the company is no Google. And with rumors that Apple is thinking about acquiring Twitter, the end might be near for the social network.

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FB Stock Stock Crashes 40% Below Initial IPO Offering

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 10 months ago

On Thursday, Facebook reported financial results. The stock price dropped dramatically, and the company should expect to be under extreme pressure from here on out.

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Citigroup Sandy Weil is Wrong: Too Big To Fail Banks Should Not Be Broken Up

Sal Bommarito in Business 10 months ago

The highly-touted Glass-Steagall Act had already eroded by the time it was officially repealed in 1999.

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Apple (AAPL) Stock Price: Why the Company Missed the Mark

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 10 months ago

Apple's earnings disappointed. If Facebook follows suit, look out below.

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Unemployment Rate Will Be the Reason Obama Does Not Get Reelected in Election 2012

Sal Bommarito in Business 10 months ago

June's unemployment data in swing states are cause for concern for the president.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Woes: Earnings Report This Week Could Lift Troubled Stock

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 10 months ago

There are a number of issues facing Facebook, and management must communicate to the investment community that it knows how to make the company profitable.

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Obama is Arrogant and Elitist, According to Edward Klein

Sal Bommarito in Culture 10 months ago

Does Barack Obama have the right personality and character to be a successful president of the United States? After almost four years in office, many Americans are still pondering this question.

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Obama Clearly Does Not Get Business — And Makes No Sense When Ripping Romney

Sal Bommarito in Politics 10 months ago

Obama is at a loss when it comes to the nature of private equity companies and Romney's Bain history.

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Bernanke and Federal Reserve Are Reluctant to Stimulate the Economy

Sal Bommarito in Business 10 months ago

The Federal Reserve chairman has become the chief spokesman for the U.S. on financial matters.

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10 Reasons Obama Will Lose Easily in Election 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 10 months ago

Barack Obama deserves to lose the presidential election.

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NYC Shooting Rate Rises 11 Percent, But Bloomberg Slashes NYPD By 6,000 Officers

Sal Bommarito in Business 10 months ago

The NYPD is shrinking while crime is increasing. Yet, the NYPD benefits are growing rapidly.

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Wells Fargo Racist Lending Practices: The Feds Unfairly Target the Mortgage Lender

Sal Bommarito in Business 10 months ago

The DOJ has unfairly fined Wells Fargo for discriminating against borrowers of color.

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11 Strange Golf Traditions That Dominate the Game

Sal Bommarito in Culture 10 months ago

From garments to golf course etiquette here are the 11 most strange golf traditions.

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Romney or Obama: How the Economy, Campaign Ads, and Swing States Will Determine the Outcome in 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 10 months ago

Not only the economy, but also campaign finance and swing states sentiment will determine who will become the next president of the United States.

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America is Worse Off Than it Used to Be, Trust Me

Sal Bommarito in Culture 10 months ago

Americans are misbehaving more often every year.

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New York City High School Cheating Scandal Sparks Fears That Facebook Can Be Used to Cheat

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 10 months ago

A cheating scandal rocks a prestigious New York high school.

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Obama Tax Cut Proposal Is Class Warfare

Sal Bommarito in Business 10 months ago

The president is sticking with his tried-and-true strategy of dividing Americans.

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Domestic Drones in America: 5 Reasons the FBI Should Use Drones

Sal Bommarito in Politics 10 months ago

There are pros and cons relating to the application of drones in the U.S., but we should ultimately allow police to use them.

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Jobs Numbers at 8.2% Unemployment Proves Obama Has No Clue How to Grow Economy

Sal Bommarito in Business 10 months ago

Though the president thinks his policies are trending America "in the right direction," dismal economic data contradicts Barack Obama's claims.

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Poor Job Growth is Bad For America, But Good For Mitt Romney

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

What are the economic and political implications of current unemployment 8.2% rate?

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10 Reasons Obama Will Lose in November

Sal Bommarito in Politics 11 months ago

All signs point to a Romney victory in 2012.

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John Roberts Just Helped Romney Repeal Obamacare

Sal Bommarito in Politics 11 months ago

Roberts knew his decision would enable Republicans to dismantle Obamacare after the elections, if the Republicans win.

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Euro Zone Progress: Hollande, Monti, and Rajoy Convince Merkel to Relax Bailout

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

Angela Merkel has agreed to relax certain conditions of the European bailout as Spain's Mariano Rajoy, Italy's Mario Monti, and France's Francois Hollande convince the German Chancellor.

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9 Qualities That Every College President Must Have

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 11 months ago

What attributes should a college president really have?

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Financial Meltdown 101: 10 Reasons Why Banks Fail

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

There are many reasons why banks can fail, and cause severe damage to the economy as a whole.

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Cyprus Bailout Shows Why Paul Krugman is Wrong About Europe

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

Financial support should not be provided until systemic problems are resolved and austerity plans are in place.

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Germany Holds the Key to Saving Europe

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

Time is running out for the EU. Germany is the key, so we should know what it wants to bail out the Union.

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Penn State Agony Ends As Sandusky Found Guilty

Sal Bommarito in Culture 11 months ago

Former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky will be locked up for life, but the people who turned a blind eye toward his behavior may be just as guilty.

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Mike Bloomberg Rightly Rips Teacher Union Mismanagement in New York City

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

There is an improper application of teacher evaluations in the NYC school system.

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Ron Paul, Barack Obama, Mitt Romney: A Full Look At Where Campaign Finance is Spent

Sal Bommarito in Politics 11 months ago

Analyzing the massive flow of campaign cash is vital to understanding how American democracy works ... or doesn't.

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Iran Gives UN Security Council the Middle Finger

Sal Bommarito in World 11 months ago

Iran once again defies the United Nations Security Council.

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Euro Zone Crisis: Germany Holds the Key to the Future of Europe

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

There are a number of political motivations behind a potential bailout of the EU by the wealthy Germany.

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Thanks to Jamie Dimon JPMorgan Scandal, Expect More Financial Reform in Washington

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

More is surfacing about the derivative trades that resulted in a more than $2 billion JPMorgan loss. The question remains, did JPMorgan hedge against risk or speculate? What role did Dimon play?

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10 Things You Should Do Before Turning 40

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 11 months ago

You're going to turn 40 eventually, and you might as well prepare now.

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Greek Election Results: Stock Market Impact Will Continue As Spain and Italy Woes Deepen

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

The EU is a crucial moment. It needs to bailout Greek, Spanish and Italian banks with German financial support.

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Citizens United Allows Sheldon Adelson to Donate $100 Million to Mitt Romney

Sal Bommarito in Politics 11 months ago

Adelson believes that “no price is too high” to protect the U.S. from what he sees as Obama’s “socialization of America, as well as securing the safety of Israel.”

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JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon Cozies Up to Washington After $2 Billion Loss

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

Dimon has led the fight against what he believes to be over-regulation of the banking industry by Congress, and DC sees him as a financial leader.

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22 of the Best Dos Equis 'The Most Interesting Man in the World' Quotes (+Video)

Sal Bommarito in Culture 11 months ago

I present a list of my favorite Dos Equis commercials about a great man.

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On Father's Day 2012, Men Should Get Tested For Prostate Cancer

Sal Bommarito in Science 11 months ago

I discuss a recent recommendation by The United States Preventative Services Task Force to abandon the PSA test for healthy men.

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President Obama Deserves an F on Every Issue, So Let's Make This His Last Report Card

Sal Bommarito in Politics 11 months ago

President Obama deserves to lose in 2012 based upon his poor performance while in the White House.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Crisis: How FB Has Hurt the Wider IPO Market

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

Is the FB stock to blame for the lack of new IPOs on the stock market?

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2 Comments
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Facebook (FB) Stock Surprise: FB Does Massive Deal With China (Satire)

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 11 months ago

A satirical piece about a fictitious transaction between Facebook and the PRC.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Woes: The Damage Done by the FB IPO on Wall Street

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

A review of the damage done by the IPO to the underwriters and all of the other parties to the transaction.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Woes: 7 Things That Could Affect the FB Stock Price

Sal Bommarito in Business 11 months ago

Seven critical events and contingencies that could affect FB's stock price.

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'End This Depression Now!': Paul Krugman's New Book Will Not Solve America's Economic Problems

Sal Bommarito in Business 12 months ago

Positive reviews of Paul Krugman's new book 'End This Depression Now!' do not recognize the numerous problems with Krugman's economic philosophy.

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NY Times Paul Krugman's Spending Proposals are a March to National Bankruptcy

Sal Bommarito in Business 12 months ago

Adding to the national debt is the worst thing we can do for our economy in the long run. Austerity and wise spending are the answers.

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CNN and Time Magazine's Fareed Zakaria Delivers Harvard Commencement Speech of Hope

Sal Bommarito in Culture 12 months ago

This is a speech of hope and optimism that should be read by all.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Fiasco: Morgan Stanley CEO Defends Company's Role in IPO

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 12 months ago

Morgan Stanley CEO James Gorman took to the CNBC airwaves to explain his company's scrutinized role in the Facebook IPO debacle.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Flop: What it Means For Other Stocks and IPOs

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 12 months ago

A look at the short- and long-term implications of the Facebook IPO.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Crisis: Morgan Stanley Now Under Scrutiny

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 12 months ago

As Morgan Stanley meets Facebook IPO rumors head on, this article uncovers the responsibilities of a lead underwriter in this process.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Price Woes: Shares Tumble 9.62%, Down a Staggering 24% Since IPO

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 12 months ago

FB cannot wait much longer to explain its strategy to the investment community. FB owes it to investors who lost so much supporting its stock.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Aftermath: Is the High-Tech Industry Too Big to Fail?

Sal Bommarito in Business 12 months ago

There are a number of risks that high-tech companies may pose on the country.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Chaos: Was Facebook a 'Brilliant Disaster'?

Sal Bommarito in Business 12 months ago

Ultimately, FB and its original stockholders were the only beneficiaries in this landmark transaction.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Price Chaos: 4 Biggest Risks of Investing

Sal Bommarito in Business 12 months ago

FB investors: Attracting new users, the impact of the mobile business, and increasing and diversifying advertising revenues are the most important things that will influence Facebook's success.

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Mitt Romney and Bain Capital: Are Private Equity Firms Evil?

Sal Bommarito in Politics 12 months ago

Obama supporters are quick to demonize Bain capital, but here's the real truth behind private equity.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Price: What You Need to Know to Make a Smart Investment

Sal Bommarito in Business 12 months ago

Here is a breakdown of the Facebook IPO saga, and an explanation of what investors want in an IPO.

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Facebook (FB) Stock Price Tanking: Is the Social Media Bubble About to Burst?

Sal Bommarito in Business 12 months ago

With the disappointing debut of the Facebook IPO, many analysts are predicting that social media's days on top are numbered.

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Facebook Stock Update: Is it Time to Buy FB Stock Yet?

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

A look at the issues impacting the stock price of the newly issued FB shares.

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The 2012 Presidential Election Will be Determined by Super PACs and the Super Rich

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

The unlimited power of Super PACs in our electoral process has the power to determine our next president.

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10 Things Millennials Should Consider Before They Hit 30

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 1 year ago

As millennials start to grow older they are discovering that they are not immortal. Here's a guide of 10 things to consider before hitting the 30-year-old milestone.

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Priscilla Chan Mark Zuckerberg Wed But Is It a Good Idea to Buy Facebook Stock?

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

As Mark Zuckerberg weds, an analysis whether to buy Facebook stock during one of the most anticipated IPOs in history. Advice: wait till the dust settles.

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10 Truths About Millennials You Probably Already Knew, But Don't Like to Admit

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 1 year ago

Generation Y or Millennials here are 10 facts about the group who is coming of age between multi-billionaire IPOs, endless wars and game-changing demographic shifts. Is this the way we are?

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Facebook (FB) First Day of Trading Predictions

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 1 year ago

Facebook stock begins trading at 11:00am on Friday, with an initial price of $38.00/share and a valuation of $104 billion. But how will it perform in the future?

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Robin Hood Foundation Raises $50 Million For Charity, Shows Wall Street Has a Heart

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

Description of the Robin Hood Foundation gala.

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Jamie Dimon, the Volcker Rule and Everything You Should Know About JP Morgan's $2B Loss

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

An analysis of the issues surrounding the Volcker Rule and how it applies to the recent loss at JP Morgan.

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Obama Sex Marriage Endorsement Will Make November 2012 More Critical Than Ever

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

There will be massive political implications in Obama's proclamation about same sex marriage.

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Millennials and Banking Jobs: Despite Myths, Big Banks Are Still Hiring the Best Ivy League Grads

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 1 year ago

Big banks are scooping up some of the brightest Ivy Leaguers to fill their ranks. If you're interested, here are the qualifications they're looking for.

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Why Did Stocks Fall This Week? How Greek Elections, Obama Polls, and Terror Affect Wall Street

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

A review of factors affecting the markets in the early half of this week.

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The Most Comprehensive Obama Report Card Ever — And the President's GPA is ....

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

From Iraq to health care, a complete analysis of the major accomplishments of Barack Obama in his first term.

4 Mics
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How the Great Recession Has Ruined the Baby Boomer Generation

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 1 year ago

There are very real issues and concerns Baby Boomers have in today's world.

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5 Ways Citizens United and Super PACs Have Destroyed the 2012 Elections

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

Five observations that should be troubling to all Americans.

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Why the Liberal New York Times is Required Reading for Conservatives

Sal Bommarito in Media & Tech 1 year ago

A baby-boomer's guide to The New York Times and why, even for a conservative, the paper is required reading.

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5 New Revenue Sources to Fix America's Debt Crisis

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

Five proposals that could solve America's debt issue.

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Understanding the Volker Rule and its Problems

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

Financial institutions have fought with regulators as the Volker Rule has evolved over the past several years.

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15 Comments
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Barack Obama 2013 Budget Plan is a Recipe For Complete Disaster

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

Obama’s plan is a reckless path to financial oblivion.

6 Mics
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Secret Service Sex Scandal, Hilary Rosen-gate, and Five Obama Mistakes That Will Hurt Him in 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

Obama's recent mistakes are numerous. Our top 5 list includes the Secret Service Sex Scandal, Hilary Rosen-gate, and Iran and North Korea ignoring Obama.

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Do Wealthy People Cheat and Commit More Crimes Than Everyone Else?

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 1 year ago

A new study says wealthy people commit more white-collar crimes than other social groups. But there's a clear reason why.

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Buffett Rule Would Not Help Job Growth or Impact the Federal Debt

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

Examining the impact of the Buffett Rule on the federal deficit.

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Millennial Jews Are Ignoring Their History

Sal Bommarito in World 1 year ago

If millennial Jews were more attentive to Jewish history, they would support Israel more enthusiastically.

6 Mics
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Welfare is Broken and Government is Too Big: The Case for Free Enterprise in America

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

The case for free enterprise is based on morality not materiality.

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President Obama Signs STOCK Act Tightening Insider Trading Laws for Members of Congress

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

President Obama signed the Congressional Knowledge (STOCK) Act on Wednesday, effectively making it illegal for members of Congress to trade securities on inside information.

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In George Zimmerman and Trayvon Martin case, we should wait for all the facts to emerge

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

Let’s collect the evidence and allow a jury to decide whether Zimmerman’s actions are justifiable.

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Barack Obama and Michelle Obama share insights on how Americans view the president

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 1 year ago

Referring to an op-ed piece by Peggy Noonan, a conversation that might have occurred between the president and the first lady.

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Poll: 69% of Americans want to end the war in Afghanistan

Sal Bommarito in World 1 year ago

According to a New York Times/CBS News poll, 69 percent of Americans believe the U.S. should not be in Afghanistan. The end of the war is long overdue.

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Top 3 Issues Occupy Wall Street Should Focus On

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

I offer an agenda for OWS that will greatly increase the support it receives from around the country.

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An Analysis of the Disgruntled Goldman Sachs Employee

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

We should explore the issues relating to the disclosures about an investment bank made by a disgruntled employee.

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Photo ID Voting Regulations Would Increase Voter Integrity

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

There are pros and cons of having photo ID's for all voters. The U.S. should have a better system to ensure voter integrity, and a photo ID is an ideal way to accomplish it.

4 Mics
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As Rush Limbaugh and Barack Obama Show, Civility is Dead in America

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

There is massive incivility in American politics and media, and it is poisoning the country.

7 Mics
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5 Biggest Issues for the 2012 Presidential Election

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

The economy, Iran, and Super PACs will all weigh heavily on this election.

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What Millennials Can Learn From the Baby Boomer Legacy

Sal Bommarito in Culture 1 year ago

Baby Boomers are arguably the most influential, dynamic and productive group of people in the U.S. at this time in history.

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Costs of War With Iran Being Weighed By Barack Obama and Benjamin Netanyahu

Sal Bommarito in World 1 year ago

A decision tree is growing right before our very eyes. How might Obama and Netanyahu negotiate with each other this week regarding Iran?

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Barack Obama Must Stand With Benjamin Netanyahu and Act Against Iran

Sal Bommarito in World 1 year ago

Obama has to assure Israel's security if he wants to take the time to use other means to end Iran's nuclear ambitions.

7 Mics
63 Comments
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9 Tax Loop Holes to Fix in Order to Curb America's Debt

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

There are a number of revenue opportunities for the federal government that could compliment significant spending cuts being discussed in Congress.

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Barack Obama Will Win in 2012, the Republicans Have Burned Themselves Out

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

The extended and contentious GOP primary will result in the reelection of Obama.

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Your Sex Life is the Biggest Determiner For the Quality of Your Marriage

Sal Bommarito in Culture 1 year ago

We cannot minimize the importance of sexual relationships in a marriage.

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Euthanasia Helps Avoid Unnecessary Pain and Suffering

Sal Bommarito in Science 1 year ago

An individual, who is of sound mind, should be able to make the decision based upon his or her conscience without interference.

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29 Comments
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Why Are Millenials So Against Baby Boomers?

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 1 year ago

If millennials really want to save the world, they should stop blaming past generations for their problems, and follow these guidelines.

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Barack Obama and Mitt Romney Super PACs Are a Plague to Democracy

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

The influence of PACs in the American political process allows wealthy individuals, corporations, and unions to sway elections.

5 Mics
14 Comments
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Five Sources to Better Help Understand Financial Policy Issues in the 2012 Political Campaigns

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

Don't really understand the financial policies which politicians speak about? Here are some resources that can help you.

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The Intersection Between Civil Liberties & Security: How Far Should Government Go to Protect Us?

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

Lawmakers must have foresight and enact legislation that protects us from criminals and terrorists, but which also does not drill too deep into our private lives.

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The Silent Majority: America's Sleeping Giant in the 2012 Election

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

The Silent Majority may be revving up to make a real statement, a statement about our political system and save us from being governed by a dangerous ideologue for another four years.

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5 Reasons Why Newt Gingrich Should Not Be the GOP Presidential Nominee

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

Gingrich has not lived up to the standards that he preaches on the campaign trail.

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Mitt Romney Shouldn't Be Villainized For Bain Capital: Buyout Businesses Are a Good Thing

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

When companies are under duress, many jobs may be at risk; private equity companies frequently buy assets, save jobs, and keep companies from relocating.

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Why Occupy Wall Street Protesters Have it All Wrong

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

Protest has become the new rage to force change in America, but a more sensible approach would be to petition Congress the old-fashioned way.

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Air Travel Has Changed For the Worse Over the Decade

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

Until 9/11, flights were enjoyable and travel easy. That has changed in the last 10 years.

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Mitt Romney Was A Great Business Man At Bain Capital, And Should Not Be Attacked For It

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

Republican attacks on Romney's Bain Capital activities are a senseless ploy by desperate candidates who are supposed to be supportive of free market activities.

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Should I Go to Grad School? Career Advice for Millennials

Sal Bommarito in Millennials 1 year ago

Should parents spend money to put their children through an elite education? How should I choose my major? Is grad school worth it? Advice for millennial college undergrad and grad students.

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What Is the End Game For Iran? Increased Diplomacy

Sal Bommarito in World 1 year ago

What does Iran want from the global community? Will they temper their hawkish rhetoric?

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Lower the Drinking Age to 18

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

In an effort to decrease DUIs and sexual assaults among young people, we should lower the drinking age and up the penalties.

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Why It Is Important To Understand Investment Banking

Sal Bommarito in Business 1 year ago

An efficient operating banking industry is beneficial to every American and business.

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Romney Has All The Tools To Win in 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

Romney is proven and continues to poll exceptionally high.

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Dear Protesters: End Occupy Wall Street Now

Sal Bommarito in Politics 1 year ago

OWS does not represent the 99%. Protesters should turn to the political process and present real solutions to our politicians in Washington.

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In Defense of Six Figure Salaries

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

While critics hold that those earning six or seven figure salaries are getting rich at the expense of the poor, the truth is that these people deserve this compensation.

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Occupy Wall Street Needs a Plan

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

Using the Vietnam protests, the civil rights movement, and the Tea Party as examples, it is clear that in order to succeed, OWS needs a coherent plan and objective.

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Not Everyone is Backing OWS

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

The Occupy Wall Street protests are an unorganized and unfocused movement that will not accomplish anything unless they become more than an extra annoyance and expense for New Yorkers.

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Like Protests in the 1960s, Occupy Wall Street Needs Leaders to Succeed

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

The protests of the 1960s had Martin Luther King Jr. and other leaders to inspire. OWS needs similar figures in order to achieve real change.

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Despite the Federal Warning, Men Should Be Screened for Prostate Cancer

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

The potential side effects of prostate screening are a small cost compared to the risk of developing malignant cancer.

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Youth Apathy Threatens to Hurt Obama in 2012

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

With their quality of life rapidly spiraling, young Americans will prove decisive on election day 2012.

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2012 Elections Must Punish Poor Leadership

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

To get Washington to end its obstructionist politics, we should do more to punish bad leadership at the polls, while also reforming the campaign process that caters to special interests.

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Corporate Tax Changes Are Key to Creating Jobs

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

In order to increase jobs, the government must implement a tax policy that encourages corporations to hire and spend.

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Keys For An Obama Win

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

With a dismal approval rating, the strategy Obama needs to employ to win reelection will need to be aggressive, while focusing on the economy and his few successes since 2008.

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Bank of America Is Too Big To Fail

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

With BofA in dire straits, a potential bailout of the bank is looming, and would be necessary to keep the weakened economy afloat.

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Obama Needs More Connection To Black Community

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

In a recent bus tour, President Obama showed he is uninterested in engaging black voters — the same group that helped him get elected.

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Buffett is Right, We Need to Heavily Tax the Super-Rich

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

In a recent NYT op-ed, Warren Buffett acknowledged that the "super-rich" weren't being taxed enough, and he's right.

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Obama Should Not Seek Reelection

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

Obama should follow in Lyndon Johnson's footsteps and commit himself to fixing the national economy instead of concentrating on reelection while the country slips further into disrepair.

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Bring Back The Good Ol' Days: Helpful Tips For New Super Committee

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

When the new budget super committee is formed, those "lucky" enough to be chosen have a lot of tough choices to make in order to get us back to the high point we saw in the 1990's.

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What's Next in the Debt Ceiling Crisis Debate?

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

As time runs out in the debt negotiations, a look at the key players, decisions, and options.

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Bridging the Income Gap Through Public Works

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

Bridging the income gap in today's economy means cutting welfare and unions, and employing people through public works.

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An Election of Greed

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

If we do not change campaign fundraising regulations, we will be electing incompetency into office no matter which candidate we vote for.

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"Letting Bankers Walk" Not A Bad Idea

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

NYT columnist Paul Krugman's latest attack on bankers is unfounded. A healthy banking system is necessary for America to get back on its feet.

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A Pragmatic Perspective on the National Debt Crisis

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

The most realistic solution to the debt ceiling calls for compromise that may be hard to swallow for today's generation of idealists.

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Do Not Raise Taxes; Cut Waste

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

Increasing taxes on wealthy Americans is not going to solve the country's economic woes.

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The Survival of Israel Depends on the U.S.

Sal Bommarito in World 2 years ago

Israel depends on the U.S.'s economic and military support, and recent comments made by Obama only encourage Arab opposition.

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America: A Land of Immigrants With an Immigration Problem

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

Our government should not accommodate illegal immigrants, as it is a burden on tax payers and our social systems.

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America and the Promotion of Gay Marriage

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

Gay couples should have the same marriage rights as heterosexual couples. Alienating such a large group of citizens runs counter to American ideals of tolerance and inclusion.

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Populist Economic Myths Debunked

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

There are many myths about the policy views of fiscal conservatives and the "Wall Street Establishment." It's time these untruths were debunked.

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Hold the Party Until the End of the War

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

The War on Terror is not over, despite the death of Osama bin Laden. Therefore our celebrations are premature.

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The Need to Cut War Spending

Sal Bommarito in World 2 years ago

Government spending for defense should be cut heavily, as it doesn't make fiscal sense in helping to build our economy. We should instead spend on, domestic infrastructure and welfare.

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From the Sky and Ground, War Strategy Has Highs and Lows

Sal Bommarito in World 2 years ago

Wars built around air campaigns save lives but fail to achieve lasting results. Ground wars can be drawn out and can have mixed results. We must choose wisely in Libya.

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Why Populist Outrage Fails to Accept the Hard Work of the Rich

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

Redistributing wealth by taking money from the upper classes and providing it to the poor is a failed concept. Those who are rich in this country have worked hard for their success.

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Obama and Netanyahu: Finding a Middle East Peace Plan That Works

Sal Bommarito in World 2 years ago

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is a tough issue, made more complicated by Obama and U.S. foreign policy intervention. Taking a step back and creating a feasible peace plan is the best strategy.

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Parental Paralysis in Education

Sal Bommarito in Politics 2 years ago

The misallocation of funds and lack of parental support are major factors in America's lag in test scores. Parents from poorer neighborhoods must be equally engaged in their child's education.

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A Sense Of Entitlement

Sal Bommarito in Business 2 years ago

The financial stability of the U.S. should trump any sense of government-funded entitlement various groups may have. The U.S. can’t continue to fund entitlement programs.

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