You might not believe how lopsided New York City's tax system is, but here you can read it in the words of the governor of New York State, "A single per cent of New York’s population pays half of the state’s taxes and they’re the most mobile people on the globe." Gov. Andrew Cuomo is begging wealthy New York City residents to return to their city homes so they can be taxed by the city's income tax surcharge. To fight the pending deficit the city is facing, many city politicians want to tax those who remain even more, but Cuomo knows this is a bad idea. The Daily Mail reports: It is … [Read more...]
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Europe’s Lockdowns Did Little but Cause “Economic Catastrophe and Untold Human Suffering”
You may be one of the Americans who has suffered in a blue state as governors have gone wild, taking their emergency powers to new extremes. Your business may have been shuttered by their mandates. Your children were sent home, away from their friends and teachers. You may have lost your job. You aren't alone. Millions of Americans are suffering the same plight, along with possibly billions around the world. According to Dr. Ron Paul, former congressman, and presidential candidate writing at LewRockwell.com, in Europe, citizens are "realizing that their government-mandated lockdowns did … [Read more...]
Americans Spark Lumber Shortage in Escape from the City
You have read about the lumber shortages facing America as economic activity heats up. Americans escaping the city have initiated a housing boom that is creating lumber shortages. The Wall Street Journal reports on one woodworker here in Newport, RI that ordered four times the lumber he normally would, and still didn't have enough. The Journal explains: When woodworker Michael Hendershot stocked up with lumber in March ahead of building season, he feared the coronavirus pandemic would disrupt the supply of wood more than demand for fences, decks and cabinets. He multiplied his usual order by … [Read more...]
Trump Needs to Turn the Tables on Pelosi, Inc.
You have been watching as the House of Representatives, led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her team of radical Democrats, has stymied every attempt to help America recover from the COVID-19 recession. President Trump has attempted to negotiate in good faith, but Pelosi is out for blood and is willing to take down the entire economy to take out Trump, no matter how many lives she ruins, businesses she bankrupts, or future generations she puts at risk. One of President Trump's ideas to help Americans during the hard COVID times is to stop collecting the payroll tax. Stephen Moore and Phil … [Read more...]
Cities of Despair: Federal Agents Heading in as You Escape
You and your family are rushing to escape the city. At the same time, the President is sending in federal agents to help local police forces quell riots and fight crime. Tresa Baldas reports for the Detroit Free Press: Federal law enforcement agencies have a message for Detroit: We are coming to help your city fight violence, not harass or intimidate your protesters. "Let me be perfectly clear ... there are no federal troops coming to Detroit, or anywhere in Michigan to interfere with protesters," U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider said Wednesday. The U.S. Attorney's Office and other … [Read more...]
Seattle Residents Speak Out Against “Defund the Police” Movement
Seattle's anti-police protesters recently marched on the home of a city councilwoman shouting "Defund the Police." The protesters have been visiting many of the city's councilmembers, leaving vulgar graffiti and notes on their streets and houses. Some have even threatened physical violence. Matt Markovich reports for KOMO News: About 50 protesters on Tuesday marched to the home of Seattle Councilmember Debra Juarez despite three recent public pleas from Council President Lorena Gonzales to end such protests. Gonzales reported that demonstrators marched to her West Seattle home Monday night … [Read more...]
Escaping the City Becoming a Bit More Expensive
You may want to escape the city, you're not alone. Many Americans are watching the riots and COVID-19 transmission rates in cities and making the decision to leave that life behind them. The "urban exodus" has begun driving up real estate prices in the suburbs and rural areas surrounding America's metropolises. Tom Olson outlines the effects in a piece at Think Realty, writing: If you are looking for a new place to live these days, the odds are good you have at least considered taking the “country mouse” route and buying a home in a rural area. The odds are also pretty good that a year … [Read more...]
With Headlines Like These, Is it Any Wonder Americans Are Escaping the City?
You know by now that Americans are rushing to escape the city. They're looking for a better America where they can raise their children, build their businesses, and retire in peace. The Wall Street Journal editorial board listed headlines from last week. Read them below and ask yourself, is it any wonder Americans can't wait to get away? July 21: “Authorities found the charred body of a man in the wreckage of a south Minneapolis pawnshop, nearly two months after the building was torched in the rioting that followed George Floyd’s death.” July 24: “A public hearing Tuesday night was … [Read more...]
Anyone With Success is Fleeing Blue State Cities
"I'm outta here." Those were the words Joe Rogan told his guest Joe De Sena recently. "Here" meant California, where Rogan has lived since 2003. Where is Rogan moving? Texas. Rogan's criteria for choosing his destination: Center of the country Easier to travel to both coasts A little more freedom An uncrowded area Implied in his point "a little more freedom" is the lower--read: zero--income tax rate in Texas. Rogan recently signed a mega-deal to move his popular podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience, to Spotify. The deal is worth $100 million, and moving to Texas could … [Read more...]
Big City Riots Are the Best Advertisement for Gun Ownership Ever
Imagine coming home to your apartment to learn that a violent mob that your city leaders refuse to quell has burned your home. That's what happened to Seattle radio host Paul Gallant. Gallant is no right-winger, but even he could see the rationale in owning a firearm after more buildings in his neighborhood came in for the same treatment as his. Paul Sacca reports at The Blaze: Sadly, the rioters attacked a Starbucks that had residential apartments above, and the fire forced the residents to evacuate the smoldering building. Unfortunately for Gallant, he lived above the Starbucks that … [Read more...]