Have you ever wondered how people talked back in the 19th century? This is interesting because this was the period where America came into its own and became a great power. And this is the century of our civil war. This period is close enough to us that 19th century Americans would not have sounded [...]

Even though I’m a libertarian-conservative, I like President Barack Obama - unlike so many conservatives now that seem to have turned to hating the guy. Still, while I may like Obama, I almost universally disagree with his policies. So I thought it was time to give Obama his first NoSpeedBumps report card. Here we go, [...]

Democratic countries with a strong leftist element in their governments are moving steadily to curb free speech. For example the Human Rights Commission in Canada is completely out of control and should be disbanded. Unfortunately, in the US, leftists are now in charge of the government. Thus they are working on a hate speech law. [...]

What a deal. And oh, this too: the cost is estimated at $5.7 trillion from 2012-2035.
So we get massive new taxes with no impact on climate. Yes, what a deal!

Sarah Palin has resigned. I feel sorry for how much this women and her family have had to endure. Best of luck to them.
She can give a good speech, and she is a tough woman. Politically, I was dazzled by the first speech that Palin gave at the RNC. Could this be the next Reagan [...]

Cars.com has released its American-Made Index. Surprisingly, the Toyota Camry has replaced the Ford F-150 as the vehicle assembled in America with the largest percentage of domestic content.
In fact, Detroit automakers claimed only five spots on the list – a record low.
Here is the top ten list:
1. Toyota Camry, built in Georgetown, Ky., and Lafayette, [...]

All the talk about whether or not the Iranian presidential election was legitimate and fair is rather strange. People talk as if the president in Iran really matters much. Of course, the real power in Iran is with the Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader. In Iran you have a dictator right out of [...]