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Tea Party Express Unaware Of O'Donnell's Finances – Hotline On Call

August 31st, 2010

The Tea Party Express, the fiscally conservative organization that has helped nominate several GOP underdogs this year, endorsed Delaware Senate candidate Christine O’Donnell (R) without knowing too much about her personal financial history . O’Donnell, a perennial … O’Donnell owes the federal government $11744.59 in taxes and penalties from the 2005 tax year, according to a lien filed by the IRS on March 2, 2010, with the New Castle County Recorder of Deeds. …

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Truth and an Open Society

August 20th, 2010

In order to be for a democracy, or in our case, a functioning Federal Republic, one has to have an informed electorate. Of course, that is infinitely more difficult than one might think. For even when the raw truth of a story comes to light from unimpeachable sources, it is frightening how the vested interests today will immediately attack the information and the source involved – in order to …

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Drudge Report latest | Celebrity Buzz

August 12th, 2010

Rick Perry fired up an anti- tax “ tea party ” Wednesday with his stance against the federal government and for states’ rights as some in his U.S. flag-waving audience shouted, “Secede!” An animated Perry told the crowd at Austin City Hall …

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Ken Buck Is Third Leg Of Tea Party Triumvirate

August 11th, 2010

Republicans on Tuesday night experienced the third leg of what is being pegged as the ” Tea Party Triple Crown” when local Attorney General Ken Buck pulled off an upset over former Lt. Gov Jane Norton in the Colorado Republican Senate primary. … An analysis of data from the nonpartisan Tax Foundation by Washington Post database specialist Dan Keating: In states that voted strongly Republican, people received an average of $1.50 back from the federal government for every …

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Some Good News… | Roanoke Tea Party

August 2nd, 2010

August 2, 2010 · Posted in Roanoke Tea Party Posts. From our esteeemed state Attorney General….some good news. “I’m writing you today with excellent news! In a decision released this morning, Virginia survived the federal government’s … While this case raises a host of complex constitutional issues, all seem to distill to the single question of whether or not Congress has the power to regulate- and tax – a citizen’s decision not to participate in interstate commerce. …

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Idaho GOP reshaped by spasm of tea-party passion, anti-fed outrage

July 20th, 2010

Lucas Baumbach, a 31-year-old Tea Party Boise member who wants to dump the federal income tax , was ecstatic about the convention outcome. “Who knew that we’d get a 17th Amendment (repeal) plank in the platform?” Baumbach said. …

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Paper: Silent Tea Party Activists Support Striking Down of DOMA …

July 13th, 2010

Everett Wilkinson, state director for the Florida Tea Party Patriots, agreed: ‘On the issue [of gay marriage] itself, we have no stance, but any time a state’s rights or powers are encouraged over the federal government, it is a good thing. ‘” … However, it would be interesting if people could go to states that provide marriage equality, get federal benefits (such as federal tax filing status), but not be able to get state benefits or recognition. …

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Online Tea party Newspaper: Less Tax – Less Government

July 13th, 2010

Tea Party Candidates, Women Roar in Primary Election Night · Tea Party Candidates, Women Roar in Primary… 1 Comments · Federal Spending by the Numbers 2010 … GOP picks NV tea party candidate in Reid battle …

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Cam Cavasso Speaks out! « Kona TEA Party

July 11th, 2010

Enter the Tea Party movement. Americans united by common sense and patriotism, have joined together to stop the madness in our nation’s Capital. There is no more significant or effective blow to be struck against the controlling political … v I will support efforts to reform the federal income tax code. The Founders believed that taxing individuals on their private income was economic folly and it amounted to a tax on personal productivity. They believed further that, …

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Prosecutors charge 38 people in $20M black market travel scam that used stolen credit cards

July 10th, 2010

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Federal prosecutors say 38 people are charged in connection to a nationwide scheme that used thousands of stolen credit card numbers to buy airline tickets that were later sold at deep discounts.

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Tea Party on Education Reform – Why the GOP Hates the Department …

July 6th, 2010

It’s not just the Tea Party candidates like Rand Paul and Sharron Angle, who make Getting Rid of the Department of Education part of their Platform. It’s been a Republican Goal pretty much since the DOE was Created. … And since most of us agree that educating our children is the most important thing we do, and since nobody wants the feds to just Give our tax money away without any Strings at all, there has to be a really good reason to Hate the federal government so …

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Debt, Gov't. Power Among Tea Party Supporters' Top Concerns …

July 6th, 2010

Tea Party supporters’ heightened concerns about federal debt help make that issue the top perceived threat among all Americans. At the same time, the size and power of the federal government is only a middling concern among the general public. … The Democrats apparently have decided to defer any discussion of next year’s tax rates in Congress until after the election, on the theory that if voters focus on the huge tax increases the Democrats have in store for them, …

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People Of Color At Tea Parties Vote Rand Paul | Personal Liberty …

July 5th, 2010

13 Responses to “People Of Color At Tea Parties Vote Rand Paul”. Comment Policy: We encourage an open discussion with a wide range of viewpoints, even extreme ones, but we will not tolerate racism, profanity or slanderous comments toward the …. When you fully grasp the plain truth that 545 people exercise the power of the federal government, then it must follow that what exists is what they want to exist. If the tax code is unfair, it’s because they want it unfair. …

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Natural Liberation Blog: The Tea Party's Fundamentalist …

July 4th, 2010

Since Tea Party people are reading the Constitution, maybe that will put an end to the tax -scam idea that the Federal Income Tax is illegal because we are all citizens of the States, not of the Federal Government. …

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It’s ‘dead’ heat

July 2nd, 2010

Talk about death warmed over! Thousands of coldhearted New Yorkers used the names of dead people to scam the federal government last year out of millions of dollars in funds earmarked to help poor people with their heat and energy bills, according to a new study. Using stolen Social Security…

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Sharron Angle Tea Party Agenda Gets A Drastic Makover | allthenewz

July 1st, 2010

It was done with obvious care, and tailor-made to pitch the Tea Party favorite as a mellow-minded conservative alternative to her Democratic opponent, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. A comparison of the content from both websites … Angle no longer refers to a cap and trade proposal as “unscientific hysteria over the man-caused global warming hoax” that stepped “over the constitutional boundaries of the federal government and is merely another way to tax the people.” …

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McCollum wins applause from tea party activists – Central Florida …

July 1st, 2010

Though he’s running for governor, tea party activists are especially concerned with federal issues. And McCollum, the current state attorney general and a former congressman, devoted much of the early part of his speech to federal issues: reducing the size of the federal government, … And he made a pledge bound to upset local government leaders, calling for a “two year time out” during which as governor he would ban local governments from increasing tax rates. …

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Economic indicators improving ECC informed

June 29th, 2010

ISLAMABAD : The Economic Coordination Committee of the Cabinet (ECC) met here on Tuesday under the chairmanship of the Federal Minister for Finance, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Shaikh. The ECC was briefed about the key economic indicators, said a statement issued ….

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Republican Grassley 'opposed' to bank tax in financial regulation …

June 29th, 2010

Sharron Angle wants to wipe out Social Security, shutter the Education Department and return to the days almost a century ago when the federal income tax was unconstitutional. A tea party conservative testing the limits of …

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Tea Parties in my Neighborhood « Deo Vindice

June 25th, 2010

The Modern Tea Party is unifying around one idea. Forward the U.S. Constitution into this century – as it is written. Reduce the Federal Government of every tax , power, regulation and office of bureaucrats not supported by the …

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Alaska Politics Blog : Tea party rally | adn.com

June 25th, 2010

It’s a pleasant evening, and Kyle reports the vibe was more picnic than rally as it got underway — considerably more laid back than the noisy tax day gatherings outside the federal building the past couple years. … The group is pushing a conservative, tea party -oriented agenda (“Less government,” “Repeal Obamacare,” “Tough on Immigration.”) Organizers say they’re interested in getting involved in state election races as well as federal (the group is advocating for Joe …

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Handicapping the MMS’s name-and-image makeover

June 22nd, 2010

So it’s not all that surprising that the federal governmentwhich has long had a sweet tooth for corporate fads such as Total Quality Managementhas adopted much the same strategy in dealing with the poor image of the Interior Department’s Minerals Management Service agency.

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A Letter from David Kirkham – Utah Tea Party Organizer | RedState

June 21st, 2010

Some will try to spin the debate between Tim Bridgewater and Mike Lee as a rift in the Utah Tea Party . Nothing could be further from the truth. In terms of principle, both candidates are Tea Party candidates. In terms on preference there is a …. I proceeded to ask him if he thought it was appropriate for the Federal Government to tax private citizens, and subsequently re-allocate tax money to private businesses the government wanted to succeed. He immediately dodged the …

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Enraged to engaged: Tea party backers explain why – KansasCity.com

June 19th, 2010

… rabble-rouser or ” tea party -er.” Yet this past March, Warner packed up his motorhome and drove with his wife, Pat, to Searchlight, Nev., to join thousands of others at a tea party rally dubbed the Woodstock of conservatism. …. He’s experienced the tax hikes and cuts to services, and now he fears the federal government is following in his home state’s footsteps. And, so, he took his motorhome to Searchlight to show his concern. And when the mayor of Yucca …

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Podcast: Your Tax Dollars and Congress' Spending Spree | The …

June 18th, 2010

Runaway government spending has been a vocal concern of the burgeoning Tea Party movement since its inception. But many average voters don’t know a lot about the federal budget and how it works, outside of the fact that it’s out of …

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A Brief History of the Tea Party Movement | TomKnighton.com

June 13th, 2010

As such, the tea parties continued. On April 15th, events were held in hundreds of cities throughout the nation. The date, also known as Tax Day due to the federal filing deadline, was significant as it may have magnified voter anger. …

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US Politics Analysis: Party Over for the Tea Party? (Haddigan …

June 13th, 2010

She then attracted the support of the Tea Party Express, with $400000 in advertisements, and won with a vote of plurality of 40% in a campaign featuring controversial measures as gradual abolition of the federal income tax …

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Feds Bust Boiler Room With Alleged Mob Ties

June 10th, 2010

Yesterday, the federal authorities raided an alleged Garment District boiler room operation and arrested a suspected member of the Bonnano crime family and six others. According to the Wall Street Journal, Anthony Guarino, an alleged Bonanno foot soldier, “was accused of masterminding an alleged 10-year investment scam that hoodwinked mostly elderly investors out of more than $12 million.” And …

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Ketchikan Tea Party: Free Speech Requires a Free Press

June 8th, 2010

EDITORIAL: FTC floats Drudge tax . Journalism can reinvent itself without government ‘help’. By THE WASHINGTON TIMES. 6:30 p.m., Friday, June 4, 2010. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is seeking ways to “reinvent” journalism, … The Ketchikan Tea Party Patriots are a community committed to standing together – shoulder to shoulder – to preserve our liberty and Constitutional rights by promoting limited government, fiscal responsibility, and free market capitalism. …

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Medicare hypocrisy spoils tea party

June 5th, 2010

Here’s a sample view from a leader of the Rhode Island tea party : “We understand that the federal government cannot take $500 billion out of Medicare and provide the same medical services to our elderly, all the while offering health care to 30 million new … He responded that “given the large deficits we’re running and the benefit level relative to previous or current tax levels, there’s still no doubt that current generations are being subsidized by future generations. …

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Reality Report – Audit the FED, Tea Parties, G20, Global Currency …

May 30th, 2010

… Reteaparty, new American tea party , Tax Day Coalition, Show Me The Law, Truth Attack, socialization of the united states, Republic Magazine, America Freedom To Fascism, American Revolution, post office, town square, Federal Reserve …

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The Oxford Tea Party: Attitudes are Changing

May 27th, 2010

On taxes, 61 percent of Tea Party activists support state legislation to stop retroactive tax bills from being passed. Nearly 75 percent agree that there should be an appeals process for individuals who have been placed on the federal …

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Sharron Angle, Nevada Senate Candidate: 'I Am The Tea Party'

May 27th, 2010

PAHRUMP, Nev. — Sharron Angle wants to wipe out Social Security, shutter the Education Department and return to the days almost a century ago when the federal income tax was unconstitutional. A tea party conservative testing the limits of anti-government sentiment, she’s also the Republican on the rise in an unpredictable race to pick an opponent for Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a top Democrat in Washington who’s in trouble at home.

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Peanut Politics: Are there some similarities betwen the Tea Party …

May 27th, 2010

Some people at Tea Party gatherings say they want to eliminate the federal income tax , Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid, government programs that keep millions of people out of poverty and enable them to get needed healthcare. …

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Old South Meeting House – Tea Party News: Tea party candidate is …

May 27th, 2010

Sharron Angle wants to wipe out Social Security, shutter the Education Department and return to the days almost a century ago when the federal income tax was unconstitutional. A tea party conservative testing the limits of …

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Tea party candidate is Nevada hopeful on the rise | NewsReal Blog

May 27th, 2010

by Michael R. Blood. Sharron Angle wants to wipe out Social Security, shutter the Education Department and return to the days almost a century ago when the federal income tax was unconstitutional. A tea party conservative testing the limits of anti-government sentiment, she’s also the Republican on the rise in an unpredictable race to pick an opponent for Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a top Democrat in Washington who’s in trouble at home. Read the full article. …

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May 27th, 2010

Sharron Angle wants to wipe out Social Security, shutter the Education Department and return to the days almost a century ago when the federal income tax was unconstitutional.A tea party …

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The Oxford Tea Party: A Trend in the Making?

May 21st, 2010

Forty percent plus of voters pay no tax …. Which means any number of things but from their voting point of view they receive financial support from Federal and State governments. This is a strong incentive for this group to vote for the … Each Tea Partier will make their own commitment to this cause during the coming months. Currently the Tea Party seems to be having influence but it does not have the numbers. Voting numbers. For the numbers to get to a decisive size …

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New hero of Tea Party Rand Paul is so conservative he scares Dick …

May 20th, 2010

The 47-year-old Paul – who trounced establishment candidate Trey Grayson in Kentucky’s GOP Senate primary Tuesday – wants to abolish the federal departments of education, commerce and energy, as well as the income tax . … “We are encountering a day of reckoning,” Paul said Tuesday night in one of his many ominous, end-is-near warnings. “And this Tea Party movement is a message to Washington that we are unhappy, and we want things done differently.” …

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How to Avoid Mortgage Foreclosure Scam – financewiki

May 19th, 2010

How to Avoid Mortgage Foreclosure Scam – financewiki. Image : http://www.flickr.com. Are you facing problems with mortgage payments? is your house slipping away from your hands? According to the data from RealtyTrac, more than one million … Preserve your good credit. as your future ability to purchase item, property or rent requires a credit check. Keeping your credit rating from getting blemishes is very important. Besides the above-mentioned basic tips the Federal …

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How to Avoid Mortgage Foreclosure Scam – financewiki

May 19th, 2010

As your future ability to purchase item, property or rent requires a credit check. Keeping your credit rating from getting blemishes is very important. Besides the above-mentioned basic tips the Federal Housing Administration, US Department of Housing and … Immediately contact a house -counseling agency if you are not comfortable to talk with your lender. Most FHA counselors are free of cost or cost very little. A counselor can help you review your financial situation, …

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How to Avoid Foreclosure Rescue Rip Offs

May 17th, 2010

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which is the United States of America’s consumer protection agency, has pointed out ways to recognize scams . Even if a homeowner facing foreclosure has started working with someone or a company. … What they do not know is that they have signed documents that surrender the title of the house to the scammers in exchange for a ‘rescue’ loan. Rent -to-Buy Scheme. Homeowners are asked to surrender the title of their homes as part of a deal …

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Tea Party Patriot Michelle Malkin Will Trade Her Vote To Not Pay …

May 5th, 2010

i wonder if the tea party folks would be up for allowing radical queer progressives paying for their federal income tax in exchange for their votes. though really if the tea – party wants to convince it’s members that they shouldn’t …

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The Home Equity Theft Reporter Cases & Articles: Alleged Rent-To …

May 5th, 2010

… Defendant Sentenced to 37 Months in Federal Prison. For an earlier post, see Alleged Oregon ” Rent -To-Own” Scam Artist Flees To Mexico, Leaving Tenants, Straw Buyers Holding The Bag. Posted by Home Equity Theft Reporter at 12:05 AM …

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Hollywood's Conservative Underground: National Tea Party …

May 3rd, 2010

May 3, 2010 – The National Tea Party Federation (NTPF) in a statement of support for the citizens of Arizona, calls on the Federal government to perform its constitutional duty and enforce existing immigration laws and secure our sovereign borders. It is in the national security, and economic interest of this nation that the appropriate actions be taken. The illegal entry of foreign nationals, drug and human trafficking, … Tax Day Tea Party Slideshow. Loading. …

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FTC Charges More Defendants and Violations in Matter of Grant Connect, LLC; FTC Approves Final Order Settling Charges …

April 27th, 2010

The Federal Trade Commission has charged additional defendants and violations in the matter of Grant Connect, LLC, a company that allegedly deceptively promised government grants to consumers, and failed to adequately disclose that those who bought their products or services would be enrolled in continuity plans with significant monthly fees, primarily for other unrelated products.; Following a …

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Business Briefs

April 25th, 2010

Tax credit to end SPRINGFIELD — The homebuyer tax credit will soon come to an end. Potential home buyers need to move quickly if they want to take advantage of the federal tax credit before it expires Friday.First-time homebuyers can qualify for up to an $8,000 tax credit while long-time homeowners can qualify for up to a $6,500 tax credit if they buy a replacement home. Both new and repeat …

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Tax Day Tea Party Fills Elmwood Park | newsroanoke.com

April 22nd, 2010

Some signs were funny, some serious and some analogous to Tea Party -goers’ feelings about being Taxed Enough Already (TEA). The question is, did the estimated 500 people file their federal tax forms on time on this symbolic April 15th …

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Democurmudgeon: Tea Party Protesters get Tax Cut, but Didn't …

April 19th, 2010

The same can be said for the recent tax day protests across the country, where tea party protesters demonstrated their outrage over rising taxes, even though they most likely saw a dramatic downsizing in their federal taxes paid in. …

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Kerpen on FOX Forum: Tea Parties' Tax Day Message | Americans for …

April 15th, 2010

Politicians, you’ve been warned — November is coming. By Phil Kerpen – FOXNews.com April 15 is not usually a happy day. It’s the day our federal and state tax bills come due and a reminder of how much we already pay in taxes, …

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