Saturday, November 15, 2008
The Big Think and TEDtalks are two video sites to check out when you crave a little more substance than YouTube.
YouTube alternatives - Big Think & TED
Congratulations to President-Elect Obama
Monday, November 10, 2008
Although I voted for Bob Barr, I am satisfied with the election results. I am looking forward to more thoughtfulness, intelligence, and respect for the rule of law in our President.
Early Voting
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
I voted early today at the Brownsville Public Library, and I highly recommend it. I waited in line for perhaps 5 minutes at 9:00AM. I forgot to bring my registration, but all I needed was my driver's license. They're open from 9 to 6 for anyone who wants to avoid long election day lines.
Jon Stewart on McCain's "Real America" strategy
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Has McCain just given up on courting independent voters? This new "real America" talking point only appeals to the egos of his base on the far right. Is the campaign so desperate that they're now worried about them as well? I can't wait for this election to end so I can stop hearing about a new sleazy campaign tactic each week. Having Palin conduct the attacks does nothing but make McCain look too weak to do it himself. McCain has neither the dignity nor the integrity necessary to be President.
One simple way to avoid stock market volatility
Friday, October 10, 2008
Well, you obviously can't avoid volatility completely. But I use a simple system that reduces it. I don't have the risk tolerance or enough interest in stocks to buy individual stocks or even exclusively index funds. I wanted something I could set up and forget most of the time.
This simple system by former presidential candidate Harry Browne fits the bill. In his "permanent portfolio," investments are allocated as follows: 25% stocks (for prosperous times), 25% bonds (for prosperous times and deflationary times), 25% gold (for inflationary times), and 25% cash (for tight money/recessionary times).
The diversification allows you to ride out ups and downs with minimal risk. You evaluate and rebalance your portfolio only once per year. I also like to set stop losses so I can minimize worry even during days like today.
Check out the book if you want a nice, simple way to manage your investments.
Ron Paul - bailouts may cause a depression
Friday, October 3, 2008
I don't want to be a scaremonger, but it would not hurt for people to stock up on some provisions and some extra cash. My guess is that the next 6 months to one year will be very rocky for the economy. If the depression doesn't come, you'll be very prepared for the next hurricane.
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