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The Real Cause of Blackouts - Mises Institute

Just think about this general principle. When some good or service is in high demand, and economically feasible to deliver to those who demand it, and it is not being delivered in a way that is consistent with consumer welfare, you can bet that the state is involved. Get the state out of it, and you will see the dawning of an era without fear of blackouts.

The lack of competition gives the power companies no motivation to change after this blackout in Queens or the blackout of August 2003. Add competition and innovation would take place, prices would come down and service would improve. Simple.

Barkley may run in 2010

“Alabama, that’s my home. I’m thinking about running for governor; they need the help,” Barkley said as the crowd laughed. “If it wasn’t for Arkansas and Mississippi, we’d be dead last in everything. I think we can do better.”

I can’t think of anything specific but I’m pretty sure I’ve heard the round mound of rebound say some pretty dumb stuff on TNT. Stranger things have happened though.

The Ugly Truth About the President

Would you let him do the books for your business? Would you trust your company in his hands for eight years? (No matter how Republican you are, you know you just said no to that question.) Would you trust him to be your kids’ guidance counselor and take his advice seriously? If your kids were in the Army and he was their field commander, would you feel good about putting their lives in his hands?

Well said.

Microsoft planning WiFi-enabled portable media player, working on MVNO for next year

To attract current iPod users Microsoft is going to let you download for free any songs you’ve already bought from the iTunes Music Store. They’ll actually scan iTunes for purchased tracks and then automatically add those to your account.

Competition is always good.