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Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by mary k

mary k — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:01:24 +0000

Listen as white kids from Trumbull try to explain why they don’t come to BPT without coming off as racist/ classist. Such hard-hitting journalism coming out of Murphy’s Law on Saturday nights!

Comment on Rents increasing across Fairfield County by abjsport

abjsport — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 03:03:35 +0000

Select a neighborhood that will allow you to definitely best live your daily life. Many people select towns depending on universities. Would you like use of shopping as well as the bus? Is access to nearby services like your local library and galleries important to you? Or would you prefer the peace and quiet of your non-urban community?

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by Ivanna Humpalot

Ivanna Humpalot — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 02:03:49 +0000

Seriously????
WHY WOULD ANYONE WANT TO??????
Just open the police column and read the daily reports you fools !

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by Dave K.

Dave K. — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 14:27:46 +0000

I’ve been expecting Bridgeport to make a comeback for 30 years and it still hasn’t happened. Why not? It has it all…seaport, airport, highway, train, wealthy suburbs…it doesn’t make sense. My gut tells me the corruption is too deep rooted. Not necessarily elected officials, they can be unelected, but the rest of the bureaucracy that is so deeply entrenched that it is impossible to root out. It is such a shame. I’ve ofter heard from my 93 yr. old mother-in-law about what a wonderful place Bridgeport was in the 30′s and 40′s. It was the place to be….Not anymore…it’s the place not to be.

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by rayriv

rayriv — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:03:31 +0000

bridgeport needs to get rid of corrupt gov and start a new campaign to represent it fairly and honestly, as long as we have crooked politics, and overtaxed residents and comerce, we will not attract any entertainment, businesses, companies, anything worth comming to Bpt for other than paying your property taxes. also take note :If you go to downtown , make sure you have a pocket full of quaters cause you’ll get a healthy $35.00 ticket if you don’t feed the meters, how do they expect one to shop downtown if what ever you buy is gonna cost you an extra $35.00. people are moving out of the whole state,overtaxed under-represented

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by Marisol H

Marisol H — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:48:31 +0000

People are so ignorant city of Bridgeport is not the only city where they have crimes. No matter where you live now a days you are not safe!!!!!!!! I’m sick and tired of always listening to these comments. Lately it is happening everywhere Greenwich, Westport, Milford etc.

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by Frank

Frank — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:39:45 +0000

Maybe because it is the armpit of CT

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by r0bm2000

r0bm2000 — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:48:56 +0000

it so much of a sh1th0le that WWE comes to town brings in ALOT OF people from all over…..we got the arena and all sorts of stuff that brings money in….who cares about not hanging out at a bar….you can DIE ANY WHERE go follow global news and you shall understand….the ? should be WHY DON’T people wanna live in HIGH PAYING TAX CT ANY MORE…..bridgeport is the biggest city of CT so i’m guessing that’s why it has the most bad talk……but yet new haven has the most murders of the year and crime right now…..good job bridgeport for not being on that list no more…..its starting to look good

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by Vulture

Vulture — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:12:23 +0000

My guess is that they DON’T want to DIE

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by wmk

wmk — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:38:24 +0000

Because Bridgeport is a sh*thole.

Comment on Why doesn’t anyone want to hang out in Bridgeport? by Mark

Mark — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:47:07 +0000

Would be interesting to see the opening of the Brewery if that draws more people downtown.

Comment on Sign at Occupy New Haven by Patty

Patty — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 22:46:25 +0000

so proud

Comment on Powering Occupy New Haven by chris123

chris123 — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 19:59:28 +0000

Yes, by all means let’s figure out how to have somebody else pick up the tab for this group’s moral grandstanding.

Comment on New Haven climate change rally a success by chris123

chris123 — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 19:56:37 +0000

How do you define “success?”

What were the goals of the rally? Were those goals achieved?

I have an aunt and uncle that not only drive a Prius, but have an Obama bumper sticker on it!

They aren’t changing anybody’s minds, they’re just letting the rest of us know how virtuous they are.

Comment on New Haven climate change rally a success by Dem O'Graphic

Dem O'Graphic — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:33:53 +0000

Wow, if you young folks are able to stop climate change that would be great. See if you could halt any weather changes around the 82 degrees mark with constant sunshine. Thanks.

Comment on How to really get young adults to stop texting and driving by Graeme

Graeme — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 07:15:47 +0000

In New Zealand it is now illegal to text and drive. It still does not stop the fools but it has reduced the number of texting related deaths

Comment on Young professionals are unhappy with housing prices in Connecticut by Tim Tom

Tim Tom — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 14:53:22 +0000

Stamford/Norwalk are best places to live in CT. Lots of new developement, mass transit improvements in the works, art & culture, plus proximity to NYC. I work in Manhattan and take that Manhattan salary home to Stamford where it is more than enough to cover my mortgage (~20% of monthly salary).

Comment on Young professionals are unhappy with housing prices in Connecticut by Lindsay

Lindsay — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 04:13:30 +0000

@Zoo, why did you stay?

Comment on Young professionals are unhappy with housing prices in Connecticut by Lindsay

Lindsay — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 04:12:43 +0000

Ha, no, I work enough at one job, thanks.

Comment on Young professionals are unhappy with housing prices in Connecticut by zoo

zoo — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 16:01:44 +0000

This is news? When I arrived in Stamford back in 68 housing costs were out of sight and half my salary went to rent a studio apartment. Almost all of my then married friends ended in divorce because of fights over money due to housing and trying to raise a child. So get used to Stamford. Expensive is not the new normal, it’s just normal. If you are looking for affordable than either move upstate or more to Austin. Or pick up a second job like I did.

Comment on Young professionals are unhappy with housing prices in Connecticut by meghan

meghan — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 20:57:47 +0000

Well, what this article says is true not just for this age group! I know a few older couples who have kids in CT and they would love to retire there, but absolutely cannot afford it. They are in no way considering buying due to the property tax, and the recently-added real estate conveyance tax further discourages them from buying in CT.

Comment on Young professionals are unhappy with housing prices in Connecticut by Lindsay

Lindsay — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 20:54:33 +0000

Oh and I should add that I am strongly considering relocating.

Comment on Young professionals are unhappy with housing prices in Connecticut by Lindsay

Lindsay — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 20:53:15 +0000

I am 32 years old and was born and raised in Stamford (and now live in Norwalk which is more affordable in comparison). What a lot of people dont realize is that our generation is being screwed by our parents. Many people who have lived in this area for a long time see large profits on the homes they raised us in. Now facing retirement, they want to squeeze every last dime possible out of the next buyer, who is likely to be someone around my age who is looking to make their first home purchase. I wish more people would consider this when they get greedy about their home sale. Youre already making a 300% profit.

Comment on Should you get life insurance in your twenties? by Wilson O'Doyle

Wilson O'Doyle — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:22:13 +0000

I agree that your never too young to get life insurance its a good investment. I got mine at http://www.lifeinsure.com/. They gave me a quote with out asking my age.

Comment on What I think Bridgeport needs by Hank Cash

Hank Cash — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 18:38:57 +0000

Two Boots is the rockingest place to be for B-port nightlife hands down. Always a party when Hank Cash throws down — on June 30 and then the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Free happy hour (5:30-ish) shows. C’mon down.

Comment on What I think Bridgeport needs by Elyse

Elyse — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:34:13 +0000

Port coffeehouse on Fairfield ave in black rock, bpt is a fun, fair trade & organic coffeeshop open on weekends. They also feature local artists and occasional performances. See you there!

Comment on What I think Bridgeport needs by Vinti Singh

Vinti Singh — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 18:09:07 +0000

I just went to Viva Cantina for lunch today. He told me they have events every Friday. I’m going to have to check it out one night.

Comment on A Young Professional’s basic health care expectations by Mikelah

Mikelah — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 17:14:33 +0000

I totally agree with you! Evenings, Weekends and lunch time are ideal for Doc appointments, but most open late, have answering services between 12-2 and close at 5! I should also be able to review the cost prior to going too aside from my co-pay…I paid $70 for a fitting of contacts that i already know how to put in! Crazy.

That first commentor has no idea what it means for a YP to survive. Most YPs don’t make enough money to survive on salary alone to pay the cost of self paid health insurance is much more expensive (just ask your local freelancer how much it costs if they even have insurance!)Health Insurance is a huge perk for people being employed at lower salaries.

Great post!

Comment on What I think Bridgeport needs by Henry C

Henry C — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:10:12 +0000

Hey Vinti, the arcade mall has a nice spot. It’s called Viva Cantina and they usually have some good stuff going on at night. They also say the same though, Bpt lacks a nightlife.

Comment on A Young Professional’s basic health care expectations by Beth Agen

Beth Agen — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 02:50:23 +0000

Visit us at Urgent Care of Connecticut. Open now in Brookfield and Southbury. Opening soon in Norwalk. We have what you are looking for.

Comment on A Young Professional’s basic health care expectations by Please

Please — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:01:05 +0000

It seems you want what you want, when you want it and it should cost nothing.

First, there is nothing broken about healthcare. It’s readily accessible. What needs fixing is the mandates on health insurers – which by the way is not “health care” – which the government imposes, which drives up cost.

The second thing that is wrong is that health insurance is distributed through your employer. Why? Why is your employer made to be your momma when it comes to health insurance? They don’t insure your cars, they don’t insure your home, they don’t insure your life, so why are they the purchase point for your health insurance?

People should be free to see whoever they want, and they should pay their own way, including choosing what coverage they want and need. Why should you take what your employer chooses for you?

Comment on Master strategies to stand out in the job search by jameela androulidakis

jameela androulidakis — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 14:43:10 +0000

great ideas-would like to you come to our career fair and sell your ideas to improve our grads chances of success

Comment on Guest blog: How organizations can effectively use social media to communicate with members by Laura-Lee Walker

Laura-Lee Walker — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 11:52:08 +0000

Thank you for the great tips. I would like to add that making an effort to engage readers is a great way to inspire them to have an affinity towards your blog / emotional connection, which translates into readers returning to your blog. This engagement can be as simple as ending a blog post with a question.

Btw, I love the way you write and would be honoured if you would write a guest blog for my blog called MyBeak Social Media at http://lauraleewalker.com/welcome-guest-bloggers.

Happy Blogging!

Comment on A NYC style night in Fairfield County by katie

katie — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:36:41 +0000

yeah nice

Comment on Guest blog: How organizations can effectively use social media to communicate with members by Pablo

Pablo — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:59:37 +0000

Great advice, particularly #1, which is closely related to #2, as I see it. Constantly promoting makes a generic PR platform. I’d even go so far as to add a #6) Take Risks. Do things others arent — or better yet, haven’t.

Comment on Initiative Aims to Increase Urban Farming in Bridgeport by Laurel Hurst

Laurel Hurst — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 02:34:12 +0000

Since you are 3rd Best Small Town for College (http://www.mainstreet.com/slideshow/career/students/gen-y/best-college-towns-america), we hoped to use you as an example of a town that allowed urban chickens. I come to find that you are going to be making the move toward ordinance change in Bridgeport! Let us know if we can help!

Comment on Bridgeport apartment rents decrease in the third quarter by TruthInGovernment

TruthInGovernment — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 15:22:33 +0000

You realize it’s because people can’t afford anything anymore…and it’s going to get worse..if we don’t get the Democrats out…I pity the young..they will never know a prosperous country if we don’t make a change and take back the reigns.

Comment on A Movie About Septic Systems that’s Surprisingly Entertaining by Helen Martin Block

Helen Martin Block — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 13:39:24 +0000

Well done Vinti Singh! You got the essence of the film and wrote an accurate as well as interesting blog. I sat through two other presentations at Green Market Exposition and noted you observed those with the same intensity. Thank you for covering ‘Pump It Up Baby’.
You have a bright future in journalism – we need committed young people like you.

Comment on Election 2010 – Where They Stand: Tom Foley by annyct

annyct — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:30:52 +0000

It’s about the economy and jobs…and who better to lead our state than a successful businessman. Let’s face it…we’re all pretty sick of politicians. Vote for Foley… he has the expertise and just maybe if we had more people with practical experience in the economy, we’d be able to crawl out of this mess that politicians created.

Comment on Building a Greener Bridgeport by Remy C.

Remy C. — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 04:17:22 +0000

“take existing buildings, like GE and Remington Arms, “that are contaminated or a mess already,” and build new buildings there, Sepanek said”? I don’t agree, and hundreds of Brigeport residents who have signed our petition to save the GE Remingtonm Arms don’t agree either. The GE Remington Arms buildings are part of Bridgeport’s history, and can be restored, given new purpose. Let’s not be lazy and carefree about the things that made Bridgeport a great City. It’s irresponsible for a green architect to advocate tearing down structures that are structurely sound, and only require gutting. As far as the grounds are concerned, it’s been demonstrated in hundreds of remediated projects around the world, that certain combinations of plants can over time, detoxify the soil of just about any contaminant. So hold on just a minute, and stop advocating tearing down the GE Remington Arms buildings out of casual expediency. It’s reckless, and promotes the perpetuation of a slash and burn policy which has already transformed Bridgeport into a miniature Detroit. Give pride back to the City, fix it up, stop preaching demolition as a solution to tax problems! You don’t build a green Bridgeport by tearing down its historical landmarks.

Comment on Light Bulb Technology is Progressing at the Speed of Light by Julia

Julia — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 01:34:02 +0000

I hope Howard is right that once LED bulbs are mass produced, they will come down significantly in price. There will be a greater demand for the product once the price drops. Even though the initial cost of LED bulbs seems high, it will be offset by the energy saving incurred and the long lifetime of the bulbs (longer life means that you will have to replace the bulbs much less frequently). I have only worked with Sharp for a short time, but I have always been happy with the quality of products that they have to offer. If you are in the marked for lighting, I recommend you check out their LED bulbs

Comment on How to really get young adults to stop texting and driving by Daily File

Daily File — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 04:51:50 +0000

Admiring the time and effort you put into your blog and detailed data you provide! I will bookmark your blog and have my youngsters test up right here often. Thumbs up!

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Comment on M.O.D. Success to host personal finance seminar by Beth

Beth — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:29:33 +0000

Thank you!

Comment on M.O.D. Success to host personal finance seminar by Vinti Singh

Vinti Singh — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:21:22 +0000

Good catch! Updated and fixed.

Comment on M.O.D. Success to host personal finance seminar by Beth

Beth — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:18:49 +0000

Thanks for the info but you don’t list the time this will be held. Also, the link to the MOD blog does not work.

Comment on Jewish young professionals unite by Freida Hecht

Freida Hecht — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:05:18 +0000

Thank you for featuring the YJPs. YJP’s of Westport Rock! a group of my friends attended the Wine and Cheesecake event and I have to tell you it was fun, stimulating and the company was superior. Spread the word, YJP of Westport.

Comment on Jewish young professionals unite by Joshua

Joshua — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:47:46 +0000

Its about time that someone has organized a YJP group. This sounds promising. I mean hiking , wine and cheese and cool venues is what I’m all about – well, at least I like this! Go friends and join up with this sleek happening group. Who knows, wedding tunes are not for others only! Joshua

Comment on New networking group for Stamford YPs by Rochelle

Rochelle — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:06:23 +0000

Congratulations, Anthony! I am proud of your development and the endeavors that you and your colleague, Mikelah, have undertaken.

Comment on Election 2010 – Where They Stand: Dan Malloy by WTF

WTF — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 19:27:52 +0000

Woodstove it’s not the federal taxes that’s killing Conn, it the state taxes. The federal taxes are the same in very state. Folks do a little reserch on Dan, real nice guy but boy did he leave the city emergency services in a mess.

Comment on Election 2010 – Where They Stand: Tom Foley by WTF

WTF — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 19:05:09 +0000

That told me NOTHING at all. This guy is a joke!

Comment on Election 2010 – Where They Stand: Dan Malloy by woodstove

woodstove — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:33:45 +0000

How about the ridiculous taxes that make it impossible for businesses to grow here.We don’t need federal subsidies or social programs.We need to be left alone to conduct business.

Comment on New networking group for Stamford YPs by Shenelle

Shenelle — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:15:20 +0000

Awesome! I love what you guys are doing, and I see nothing but greatness coming from you both! Well done.

Comment on New networking group for Stamford YPs by Adam

Adam — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:55:28 +0000

The first event was a great experience. I look forward to more speakers and more people!

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Comment on New networking group for Stamford YPs by Kamilah

Kamilah — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:38:21 +0000

Events like this are great. And it’s great to see young professionals seeing a need for this in a city like Stamford and putting it into action!

Comment on New networking group for Stamford YPs by Shaina

Shaina — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 14:16:11 +0000

This is great… Keep up the good work…

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Comment on Should you get life insurance in your twenties? by cna training

cna training — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 06:07:02 +0000

Keep posting stuff like this i really like it

Comment on How to really get young adults to stop texting and driving by Martin Rutledge

Martin Rutledge — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 08:56:20 +0000

Common sense should dictate that people be required to pay attention to their driving and not their pda.

Comment on YPN to host personal finance series by john oates

john oates — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:15:25 +0000

Hey Vinti,

Love your blog and writing style. I had a couple questions about you and your site. Can you give me a shout via email?

Thanks!

Best,
John

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Comment on How to really get young adults to stop texting and driving by Erik Wood

Erik Wood — Thu, 13 May 2010 16:02:44 +0000

My three year old daughter was nearly run down right in front of me last fall by a texting driver. It changed me but I don’t hate texting. The way I see it, that would be like hating nightfall – its coming no matter what. 72% of teens text every single day – some over 3000 times a month. The texting drivers I spoke with, including teens and truckers, all said that laws and Big Brother type software devices that “lock down” their phones would not deter them at all. They feel their civil liberties slipping away. So I built a tool called OTTER for the individual to help manage their texting on their terms.

OTTER is a comprehensive text management system for the home, office and certainly, the highway. It has GPS based Parental Control Feature for teen drivers, a GPS Mode for adult who choose to use it and an Auto reply with unlimited customized responses. We are getting 4.5 to 5 star rating from the tech community and great response from teen groups and safety organizations. We have heard of teens using OTTER to schedule their own “texting blackout periods” so they can get some homework done without feeling disconnected from their social network. If a teen uses OTTER like this, then we think they will see the benefit of OTTER’s road safety features. We are not going to stop until change hits our roads and not just our laws. Please give us your feedback.

Best,
Erik Wood, owner
OTTER LLC
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Comment on The generation that went to the mall by Harry Gilmor

Harry Gilmor — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 16:43:49 +0000

There are such places – ice rinks, parks, forests for hiking, trails for biking, beaches, lakes, ski resorts, bowling alleys, rifle ranges, drag race tracks, boxing arenas, libraries, fencing clubs, craft centers, etc. The problem is that these idiots do not actually have any interest in doing anything.

Comment on Get green in Stamford by darren

darren — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 02:37:50 +0000

The walk of shame.Hey they deserve what they get.The guy is a class a jerk , and the girl is a dumb ‘floozy’ that sleeps with jerks on the first date.Freedom of speech,if it were not for newspapers we would all be speaking English!

Comment on Fairfield University should not file charges against student newspaper by Student

Student — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:43:53 +0000

But no one has stepped forward, said it was their fault, and apologized. That’s all that needs to be done and the Mirror refuses to do it.

Comment on 21-year-old Danbury Common Council candidate plans to keep campaign promises despite losing by Derek B. Roy

Derek B. Roy — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:16:03 +0000

Vinti…THANK YOU! I loved the article and your encouragement and support means a lot.

Health Care Hope…thank you as well. It’s nice to read that political activism is noticed. All politics are local and its important that voters remember that!

Comment on 21-year-old Danbury Common Council candidate plans to keep campaign promises despite losing by Health Care Hope

Health Care Hope — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:42:24 +0000

Oh, this gives me hope. Hope that young people who will participate not only in running for office but in VOTING will some day be smarter than their parents, who apparently voted that knucklehead Joe Lieberman into office. He’s hurting Chris Dodd, who has done nothing but support him, and doing everything he can to make sure that young people do not get the health care they deserve. Sad man, his effects tragic for all of us, but political activism like this makes me happy.

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Comment on Why young adults need healthcare reform by Lindsay

Lindsay — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:04:57 +0000

Note that Kevin actually HAS healthcare…

Comment on About Vinti Singh by Louise

Louise — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:55:08 +0000

Hi Vinti,
I am a graduate student at Sarah Lawrence College and as a project for one of my courses am doing a survey on the Quality of Life for Young Adults with Chronic Illnesses in the lower Fairfield and upper Westchester Counties. I would love to talk to you about possible resources in the area that I might interview. If you are interested, please contact me at the email address I have provided. Thank you.

Comment on The New Normal by Bobby

Bobby — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:41:57 +0000

The new America will be defined by mass immigration, a stagnant economy, mass deficits, high taxes, a weak military, and Socialism.

This is Obama’s gift to our children.

Comment on Why young adults need healthcare reform by Kevin

Kevin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:47:46 +0000

Obama & the Democrats are tone deaf and have been for decades. America doesn’t want Socialized Heath Care nor can it afford another overblown entitlement program! Their stupidity is now ripping apart the very seems of the Union.

America wants heathcare REFORM, not healthcare REVOLUTION. It’s possible to insure the 15 million citizens who WANT coverage but can’t afford it without destroying the best health CARE system in the world.

The way to lower costs and cover the uninsured is through the free market system. Not through Uncle Sam’s interference. Medical savings accounts, private co-ops, purchasing pools, and tax credits are all viable solutions. Tort reform is crucial too. A “public option” is not. The government has an unfair advantage through taxpayer subsidies and will crowd out all private competitors.

America doesn’t want GOVERNMENT HOSPITALS. It’s not a “public option” as Obama so neatly catch-phrased it. It’s GOVERNMENT HOSPITALS, or Socialized Heathcare, and there’s no “option” if your employer switches your coverage. And we citizens don’t want this! No bureaucrat should ever stand between you and your doctor and lowering costs shouldn’t preclude top-notch care. Going to the doctor should never be like going to the DMV, and GOVERNMENT HOSPTIALS will give us that. Just like they did in England and Canada, where long lines, death panels, and rationing are now part of the heath care delivery system. Not to mention, top doctors flee those systems for higher pay in America.

If Obama and the Dimocrats like Socialized Healthcare so much than I suggest they move to Russia, Cuba, or the like and become single-payers in those failed sytems. Otherwise, HANDS OFF MY HEALTHCARE YOU GREEDY BUREAUCRATS!!!

Comment on Why young adults need healthcare reform by Sonia

Sonia — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:07:05 +0000

Hi,

What do you think is the best way to motivate young adults to consider health insurance? to care about health insurance? to talk about health insurance? — What is the best medium to spread the message to this important audience? A town hall on YouTube? Facebook?

Comment on The New Normal by bowman

bowman — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 03:20:43 +0000

I had Deak at Fairfield in 1983! We had a recession back then too, and I’m here to tell you they end and I’ve forgotten it. I think Deak may be exaggerating a little about the affects of this recession. I do agree with you, however, that I think I had more of an appreciation of work than some of the younger employees I work with.
Cheers,
John