Monthly Archives: February 2009

In Donald Trump’s Book, There Is Only One Chapter: Eleven

Another day, another Trump bankruptcy.  The Wall Street Journal reports that, once again, Donald Trump’s organization will screw its creditors out of their investment.  This time it’s the Trump Entertainment Group that includes Trump Casinos.  It’s their third appearance in … Continue reading

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Should I renew the WSJ?

I have enjoyed the Wall Street Journal online edition for many years.  Their reporting was poignant, accurate, and generally kept within the scope of how a particular effort would have some economic impact on peoples’ lives.  There weren’t excessive numbers … Continue reading

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Should we limit bankers’ salaries?

Today the Voice of America reported (amongst others) that President Obama will seek to cap executive pay at $500,000 for any company that accepts bailout money.  This after a storm of criticism has washed over Citigroup and Bank of America … Continue reading

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Recipe: Lamb in pepper sauce

This recipe is another one from Mom. Really it is better done with beef than with lamb, but I don’t eat much beef. This is another one-two-three go! sort of meal, but some prep is required with a marinade.  For … Continue reading

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