Monthly Archives: March 2013

Hole in The Wall, Abaco Bahamas – Photo of the week

Posted on March 31, 2013 by weblogbahamas

Another beautiful spot in our Bahamas. Rick Lowe Images by Rick Lowe is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported License.Based on a work at http://www.weblogbahamas.com.Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available at http://www.weblogbahamas.com/.

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Defending the Free Market. Father Robert Sirico on The World Show

Posted on March 31, 2013 by weblogbahamas

Rev. Siricio, of the Acton Institute for the study of religion and liberty in a wide ranging interview about the benefits of capitalism. Read his book, Defending the Free Market to find out more. "As for the idea that the … Continue reading →

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The Evolution of Government

Posted on March 30, 2013 by weblogbahamas

Can't remember where I saw this, but it's oh so true!

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With Government under “extreme” pressure for funding it seeks to use citizens pension money?

Posted on March 30, 2013 by weblogbahamas

And not disclose the details? The Nassau Guardian pointed out on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 that the Government is considering purchasing the old City Market headquarters. I'm dumbfounded by this quote from the Minister of Labour and National Insurance when … Continue reading →

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John Mackey on Whole Foods, Conscious Capitalism, and Life Beyond the Profit Motive

Posted on March 29, 2013 by weblogbahamas

"In this book, Whole Foods Market co-founder John Mackey and professor and Conscious Capitalism, Inc. co-founder Raj Sisodia argue for the inherent good of both business and capitalism." I'm looking forward to getting into this one. Order your copy here… … Continue reading →

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Coffee for the less fortunate

Posted on March 29, 2013 by weblogbahamas

A friend posted this on her Facebook page recently and I think it's a great idea. "This story will warm you better than a coffee in a cold winter day! "We enter a little coffeehouse with a friend of mine … Continue reading →

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Are the poor getting poorer?

Posted on March 28, 2013 by weblogbahamas

Professor Steve Horwitz opens our eyes with this brief video at LearnLiberty.org The chart on the left from the presentation shows the increase in average salary over the years. Click on the image for a larger version. Income mobility is … Continue reading →

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What’s the least bad tax system?

Posted on March 27, 2013 by weblogbahamas

Well Dr. Burt Folsom's article over at The Nassau Institute, provides some great brain food. The Founder's of the United States preferred a system that would provide the most freedom to their citizens as possible. As Dr. Folsom points out … Continue reading →

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Fred Mitchell on another rant in parliament about work permits

Posted on March 26, 2013 by weblogbahamas

Mitchell Rants Again. Nassau Guardian Photo The Nassau Guardian reports that he said: "a “tough sell” for his ministry to approve work permits for bartenders, laborers and maids at the property." "Mitchell said the private sector must work with the … Continue reading →

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Has ‘peak oil’ gone the way of the Flat Earth Society?

Posted on March 26, 2013 by weblogbahamas

Dr. Mark J. Perry over at Carpe Diem thinks so. What do you think? Read more here…

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