Privatizing the Port of Wilmington

If you've been following the NJ over the past few weeks, they've done a couple of stories on work that Diamond State Corporation (the entity that runs the port for taxpayers) and DEDO have been doing to try to privatize (or get a private partner -- not so sure of the difference between the two) the operations of the Port of Wilmington. Much of this discussion is being held outside of the public eye, something that should concern every taxpayer. Without public scrutiny or input, Diamond State has hired a management/financial consultant, put out a solicitation, received responses, shortlisted two potential investors (one a local group, the other not) and made a selection -- Kinder Morgan.

Monday Open Thread [12.10.12]

When we talk about taxation, it is important to note that more taxes will be rising in 2013 due to the implementation of Obamacare, and they cover some taxes we often discuss, like the capital gains rate. And did you know that when the Apollo 11 astronauts returned from the Moon in 1969, they had to fill out Customs forms? Check out the form inside.

Dear Middle Class America,

CONFIDENTIAL Dear Sirs and Madam, Good day and compliments. This letter will definitely come to you as a huge surprise, but I implore you to take the time to go through it carefully as the decision you make will go off a long way to determine the future of your economy, and the continued existence of the entire members of my family. ...

Sunday Open Thread [12.9.12]

"Hello Manny. I ran for president. I lost." -- Mitt Romney talking to boxer Manny Pacquiao in his dressing room before a fight last night. Pacquiao, who has expressed interest in running for office in the Philippines, was knocked out in the 6th round. Reverse Midas Touch for Mittens? Here is his reaction shot: That is the reaction I imagined he had on November 6.

Have You Heard About Delaware Liberal’s Holiday Extravaganza?

ark your calendars, and get ready for my daily reminders!  All our welcome! In keeping with tradition, please bring food for the Food Bank of Delaware.  We will be collecting the goodies and necessities and then delivering them to the Food Bank.  Let’s make someone’s season bright!

Date:  Friday, December 14th

Place:  Iron Hill Brewery (Riverfront)

Time:  7:00p.m.

If you're able to make it, let us know in the comment section!  Looks like almost all of the DL contributors will be in attendance!

Happy Hanukkah!

Happy Hanukkah to all our Jewish friends! The Pandora household is heading over to a friend's house tonight for the lighting of the first candle and potato latkes!  Can't wait!

The Polling Report [12.8.12]

We're back with a new polling report, with new polls on the President's approval rating, on the various options in the fiscal slope manufactured crisis, on the New Jersey gubernatorial race, and on possible Senate races in Georgia, South Carolina, Illinois and New Jersey.