Income equality?

As of 2007, the top decile of American earners took in half of total wages,(Which leaves just half of the money for the other 95% of us. No wonder we can't afford health care.) In 2007 wealth for the wealthy was "higher than any other year since 1917 and even surpasses 1928, the peak of stock market bubble in the 'roaring" 1920s.' The top 1% took in half the overall growth. The middle class lost big.

Recent economic reports show that this gap is only getting much worse.

"nuff said?

Strike for Health Care

If we want a real health plan for everyone we must act. The senate and congress will give in, are giving in, to the demands of insurance and drug industries.

For the two days following Labor Day (September 8 and 9) join a nationwide strike to demand a public health plan.

This comes from a concerned citizen. There is no organization, group or special interest promoting this. You don’t need to protest or parade – just stay home. Don’t shop, don’t go to work unless you are police, firefighter or medical worker. Close the schools, large pharmacies, grocery stores and department stories. Avoid gas stations, movies, restaurant chains, etc. If you must get a staple go to a small local store. Let’s let our representative and big business know we have had it!

Please take the risk for the good of all. It will work.

Pass this along.

TED GUHL

New Britain, CT

Write to your local Newspaper, radio or TV Station

Dear ____________________,

I believe it would be very useful to do an article on what funds (if any) our city can expect from the President's recent stimulus package and how specifically those funds might be used in ___________________.

For instance, will there be funds for homeowners to use for energy efficiency improvements? Can we expect improvements to our infrastructure, municipal buildings and schools? Will the arts see any support? How about benefits to local businesses? Are any of our local banks getting support? What about specific support for improved healthcare, welfare and crime prevention? Any transportion projects?

If we are expecting little funding, why? Is that a state decision? Has our council and mayor not requested it? Is it too early to give specifics and if so, when can we expect them?

Thank you for considering this suggestion.

To CoCo

Hi!
It has been a long time. To answer your question, it is a little like Prairie Home Companion, only the shows are almost all original 1930's and 40's. Lotsof old timers in this one. Hope to see you there.
Ted
ps. send me your email address.

Howdy Folks,

It is time to give yourself a treat and make reservation for LIVE OLD TIME RADIO at the Hole in the Wall theater. 

You can go to the Hole in the Wall website at:    www.hitw.org

OR visit LOTR's site at:  www.theatercalendar.org/show/lotr.html

See you there?