Tag Archives: Theft by government

The dangers of FedGov largesse

Posted on March 10, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

The map below, of south-central South Dakota (the Great Plains portion of the south half of West River (1/6th of the State: 12,500 square miles) shows the Mni Wiconi Project. The story of this project is a classic example of … Continue reading →

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They have itching ears…

Posted on February 22, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

Really? There have been more than a few followers of Christ Jesus (and many who follow the Law of Moses) who have objected vehemently to the actions proposed by The Donald’s DOGE and his eeevviilll henchman or alter ego Elon. … Continue reading →

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A reminder: what we owe government

Posted on February 20, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

As we near the end of the year AD 2024 (but continue to live in AL 248), let us look again at what huge amount of freedom we have in these Fifty States – provided that we beg one or … Continue reading →

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American colony gets some basic human rights back?

Posted on February 11, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

Yes, the FedGov has colonies – other than the Fifty States they try to make little more than colonies or administrative regions or districts (a la France). They are generally in three types: a. De facto colonies where the FedGov … Continue reading →

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A conservative’s realization: being had by government

Posted on February 10, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

The following commentary by Rob Morse, a conservative advocate of the 2nd Amendment and armed citizens, is telling. He points out clearly that government – American government at all levels – has failed. Particularlyin the field of education. That the … Continue reading →

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Are these reasonable and attainable goals for the American economy?

Posted on February 3, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

The Fifty States’ GDP was over 25 trillion dollars in 2023 – last year for which we have found data online. According to the Congressional Budget Office, the US FedGov deficit was 1.6 trillion dollars or 6.3 percent of the … Continue reading →

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Your 1.27 billion dollar memorial for Jimmy Carter

Posted on January 9, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

Today, 9 January 2025, is the National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter. So of course, “citing tradition,” all “non-essential” Federal employees are given the day off. There are (per Google search) over 3 million of them: roughly … Continue reading →

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I hope it isn’t catching…

Posted on December 27, 2024 by TPOL Nathan

The government of the State of New York seems to have caught some sort of insanity virus. Didn’t know that was a transmittable disease but… Their governor has signed into law a bill “fining” oil and gas and coal companies … Continue reading →

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Eh, did you feel your wallet get lighter?

Posted on December 21, 2024 by TPOL Nathan

Technically, the FedGov “shut down” for about an hour on Saturday morning. That’s because the Senate did not pass the “continuing resolution” spending bill until well after midnight, the magic “deadline” for the latest budget (spending) deal. Did your heart … Continue reading →

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How much government can we afford? ($$$ & ¢¢)

Posted on December 6, 2024 by TPOL Nathan

The Rapid City Journal tells us that the Governor of South Dakota is proposing a $7.3 billion dollar budget for South Dakota State government. $7.3 billion! South Dakota has about 750,000 residents, including enrolled tribal members, legal immigrants, border jumpers, … Continue reading →

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