Author Archives: Brian Gallimore

Notes on Visiting Texas Legislators

Phone List – TEXAS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES – 83rd LEGISLATURE Phone List – THE SENATE OF TEXAS – 83rd Legislature Maps of Capitol Building, Room Layouts, and Floorplan

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Bits and Bobs – February 19, 2013

Fox’s The Five Asks: Is America Ready For A ‘Libertarian-Minded’ President? — Greg Steussel explains that states are not obligated to obey unconstitutional federal laws. Big Gun, No Bullets — MISSOURI GOP REP. TURNS THE TABLES ON DEMS: INTRODUCES BILL THAT MAKES … Continue reading

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Bits ‘n Bobs – February 18, 2013

Comparing murder rates of UK to USA: ‎ Fireside Stats Chat — Interesting read, from the a leftist/statist. I hope anyone who claims to ‘support the second amendment’ and also supports more anti-gun laws would read this! How to Ban … Continue reading

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Bits, Bobs, and lots of Memes – February 17, 2013

The “left-right” paradigm is a product of history and coalition politics. There is no real dichotomy between the authoritarians on the “right” and the authoritarians on the “left.”. Both comprise gangs who are convinced they know what’s best for us. … Continue reading

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Bits and Bobs – February 14, 2013

‎”Initiate. Problem Solve. Add Value. Be self motivated. Be low maintenance. Be low drama. You’ll rarely hurt for a great job.” -Tim Keller — Caught on Camera: Joe Biden admits gun control will not stop mass shootings or save lives … Continue reading

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Fastenal Vending Machine

Another Fastenal vending machine going in today.  I don’t know how a company saves money by installing these… the machine alone has to cost $20,000.  

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News and Links – February 13, 2013

Gov. Bobby Jindal (@BobbyJindal) tweeted: A vote to end violence would be unanimous. After which we should vote to end poverty, disease, war, divorce and mosquitoes. — Milton Friedman says “well-meaning do-gooders”, I say “useful idiots” Milton Friedman on Minimum … Continue reading

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Economics Made Simple

Ed Kless gave a great presentation on “Economics Made Simple” tonight. Using an interactive game, he demonstrated how wealth is created by simply trading items among individuals. Since I hear things like ‘it is a zero sum game’ and ‘the … Continue reading

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News and Links – February 12, 2013

I agree with everything I’ve heard come out of Dr. Ben Carson’s mouth.  He speaks truth, and stands up to power.  We need more doctors and fewer lawyers. Dr. Ben Carson On Criticizing Obamacare: “Somebody Has To Stand Up To … Continue reading

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News & Links – February 11, 2013

“Some liberals acknowledged in recent days that they were willing to accept policies they once would have deplored as long as they were in Mr. Obama’s hands, not Mr. Bush’s.” DOJ Kill List Memo Forces Many Dems Out of the … Continue reading

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