Wisconsin: Labor that doesn’t labor

Many of those who are protesting Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker’s attempt to reign in state spending should be ashamed of themselves.

So many teachers have called in sick, that several cities and towns had to close their schools. Since there are tens of thousands of union protesters complaining outside the state capital, it’s pretty easy to figure out where those teachers are spending their days. Ideally, these teachers would be fired. Of course, they won’t be. As a matter of fact, there’s allegedly a doctor outside the capital giving teacher’s notes to excuse them for being out of work due to their “illnesses.” » read more

Rush Limbaugh mobilizes the troops

Conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh

It looks like Rush Limbaugh has mobilized his listeners, and jammed Congressional phone lines and e-mails in the process. For the life of me, I don’t know why Rush Limbaugh doesn’t do this sort of thing more often. With his large, dedicated fan base, his suggestions could make a meaningful difference.