Nobody seems to be able to make them go AWAY! Robocalls are on the rise and have become a regular annoyance for the millions of Americans who complain to regulators about them. Why it matters: The telecom industry and policymakers have taken steps to curb the influx of calls, … [Read more...] about Robocalls keep coming …more and MORE……
Other Things
Economy adds 213K jobs in June …Jobless rate moves up to 4 percent…
More people actually looking for jobs.... Wage gains are almost none though.... The U.S. economy added a solid 213,000 jobs in June, a stronger number than expected and a sign of the labor market's steady strength even as concerns mount about President Trump's … [Read more...] about Economy adds 213K jobs in June …Jobless rate moves up to 4 percent…
EPA Sec Scott Pruitt quits….Finally….
Thus seeking an end to a story that frankly has gotten WTF off the hook.... The guy is being investigated by several inside and out agencies for things that should have gotten him gone a long time ago, or even indicted... Why he lasted this long is explained in terms that … [Read more...] about EPA Sec Scott Pruitt quits….Finally….
Federal employees have been pushing back against Trump & Co…..
Is American government in for an internally rough time? Government employees on the federal level are increasingly finding themselves being whipsawed by a boss who does not trust them, who wants to lower their salaries , benefits and job security..... Even those few who … [Read more...] about Federal employees have been pushing back against Trump & Co…..
Independence Day…July 4th…
Independence Day, also referred to as the Fourth of July or July Fourth, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress declared that the thirteen American colonies regarded … [Read more...] about Independence Day…July 4th…
Grilling (and BBQing) turns back to wood…..
I know this post is bit off the beaten path but it's dear to my heart.... Just about every Sunday from Fathers Day till late September I head to my back yard and I BQ and Grill.... It's bit of a pain form my wife because she has to prepare the stuff that I grill and BBQ and … [Read more...] about Grilling (and BBQing) turns back to wood…..
NY State judge wants Trump to settle his foundation charges with the NYS AG….
The judge is NOT happy Trump is even thinking about fighting civil charges leveled against his Trump Foundation by New York State Attorney General Barbara Underwood... Barring an unexpected change, the Donald J. Trump Foundation will be defending itself in a New York courtroom … [Read more...] about NY State judge wants Trump to settle his foundation charges with the NYS AG….
Maxine Waters Responds To Death Threats: ‘You’d Better Shoot Straight’
The Congresswoman from California speaks her mind at a zero-tolerance rally after being the subject of violence and death threats.... Days after she was forced to cancel events because of a “very serious” death threat, a fired-up Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) declared at a … [Read more...] about Maxine Waters Responds To Death Threats: ‘You’d Better Shoot Straight’