Voting is like cereal: keep changing till it suits you Oct 26, 2009
I appreciated the depth and breadth of its intellectual traditions and the fact that it was able to put the greater good above narrow self interest during the transition to democracy. A lot of the people who made me believe this still belong to the upper echelons of the party and remain loyal to it. (Business Report, South Africa)
SCI-Arcs Downtown Future Uncertain Oct 25, 2009
We will be operating in our own self interest. We havent been unhappy down here in the Arts District. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Click to read:Inside the U.S. Mexican Drug Ring Raids Oct 23, 2009
DC are wading knee deep in innocent American blood 00004000 and suffering because they put Self Interest ahead of the interest of American Citizens & the future of this Nation. The Citizens of this Nation have not sacrificed with blood, sweat & tears for over 200 years & obeyed the Laws of the land, paid the taxes, and fought the wars & built this Nation to see Corrupt politicians turn this Nation into the United States of Mexico without a shot being fired, to serve their demented, nefarious... (CBS News)
Boehner: Obama's 'Chicago-Style Politics' .. Oct 23, 2009
Obama's 'Chicago-style politics:' Boehner: The Swamp. Posted October 22, 2009 1:40 PM. (The Drudge Report)
Bangalore beta Oct 22, 2009
"When the pride of a society is challenged, people unite. Change comes when there is an acceptance that it is in the self interest of every individual. Everyone sees the benefit of that. You must create the right conditions.". Bookmark with. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Poll: 7 of 10 MI voters don't plan swine flu shot Oct 21, 2009
Ladies & Gentlemen, as for me, I believe this "swine flue" thing is a big deception for self interest. I Will Not Get This Shot. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Illusions on the edge of a precipice Oct 19, 2009
Our corporatist societies mean that we have given too much power to massive corporations whose only goal is self interest and the pursuit of ever greater mega bucks. The blame lies with us, the citizens, and not the governments whom we elect. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Empty promise Oct 18, 2009
Today's Weather Hudson, NY. Today's Front Page Online Poll. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Turbotville man facing theft charges Oct 17, 2009
Government employees are supposed to place the needs of the people above their own self interest, Corbett said. Using an official position for personal profit and failing to disclose clear conflicts of interest are inexcusable violations of Pennsylvania s ethics laws. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
White House Requests Removal of Religious Symbol Oct 16, 2009
Shame on Georgetown for allowing its promotional self interest to overshadow its foundation. And, would someone tell Rev. Reese he is NOT the spokesperson for GU.. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Is five too soon to start school? Oct 16, 2009
There is a quantum shift needed to our system and that is seen in the Finnish, French and other nations where respect and community still forms part of the social fabric of the country; rather than the self interest and blame others for your shortcomings of this once world leader. James , Lincoln. (BBC News -- UK)
Tee Keat one of the few who dares to act Oct 14, 2009
To those aspiring leaders waiting in the wings to replace Ong and to those who harbour hope of making a comeback to the MCA leadership, they should look beyond fulfilling self interest to serve and win over a disillusioned community. KHOO SK. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Corzine pulls even in NJ Oct 14, 2009
Its sad that Daggett is the only guy who wants to help the State of New Jersey, while Christy and Corzine have better things to think about like self interest and big business. The stubborn and old school voters of the state will probably vote down the line democrat and re-elect the assinine incumbent. (TheHill.com)
D-Backs core change 'pretty unlikely' Oct 14, 2009
I think sometimes there is a little too much self interest and not enough competition against opponents. I think what we're here to do is win games and be a team and I think that focus can't get lost. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Fat baby cant get health insurance Oct 13, 2009
Of course, there were overweight people for health care reform, too (we re just a fat country), but they weren t there advocating against their own self interest. Turd Ferguson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Ong to decide on next move after Thursday Oct 11, 2009
We only have leaders who are fighting to protect their SELF interest. I urge you to keep your promise and not to give up for doing what is right. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Boroughwide sales tax goes down in flames Oct 10, 2009
Bye Socialist wrote on Oct 9, 2009 8:53 AM:" Bye Church, Bye Wells and so long Cindy as soon as possible, thanks for trying to lead us into a truly socialist Borough. You have done enough now so crawl under your rocks and hide, your legacy is not a good one. And so much for the Friends of Mat Su, you seem to be a very small interest wrapped up in a smaller package. Thank goodness people are waking to your type of waste and self interest service for the minority at the expense of the majority,... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
UN climate talks split on treaty Oct 10, 2009
What we must do now is to hold back from self interest and let the common interest prevail ... "All of the ingredients for success are on the table, and what we must do now is to hold back from self interest and let the common interest prevail.". (BBC News)
Outrage only choice for Connick Jr Oct 8, 2009
This is the same country who's greed caused the GEC. This is the same country that has a population so hell bent on self interest that they happily let people die who cannot afford health care. This is the same country where the majority of personal bankrupts are caused due to health care bills. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Worlds smartest man dreams of teaching at SU Oct 7, 2009
"I got disgusted with immoral materialism and tendencies to let self interest run away with truth and injustice.". Nevertheless, the man is beyond genius. (Daily Orange, NY)
Seeds of change in Iraqi Kurdistan Oct 6, 2009
Mufti explained that Change would remain nimble in its outlook, allying itself with the KDP or PUK when their views on Kurdistan meshed, and diverting from the traditional parties when they appeared to be acting out of political self interest rather than what was best for the electorate. "Our leader, Nawshirwan Mustafa, tells our Change parliamentarians, vote for what is good for the people not [necessarily] for the party." For Iraqi Kurdistan, Change appears to represent a genuine break from... (Asia Times Online)
Self interest vs. public interest (65) Oct 5, 2009
Self interest vs. public interest. Progressive Views. (Boerne Star, TX)
Nigeria: Only a Revolution Will Save Nigeria - Balarabe Musa Oct 3, 2009
This had happened and is happening because the history of colonialism and the history of political surrogacy brought about a political system or rather a social economic system based on colonialism and later, on self interest. This system based on self interest which you can call capitalism or neocolonialist capitalism has the objectives of limiting national development to a class system". He said the social system controlling all developments in this country which is based on self interest is... (allAfrica.com)
LETTER: Government reigning in private sector blunders Sep 30, 2009
shumphreys wrote on Sep 26, 2009 7:37 AM:" Neocon the problem with your suggestion demanding people deal ethically with others (and govt. stay out) is that it won't work and YOU know that. People (or at least most unenlightened people) will do what is in their immediate self interest. Ethical and moral behavior requires people to develop a long term view of their lives and a broad view of the world, enlightened selfinterest. When the churches fail to teach these concepts (appropriate behavior)... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
The Full Story: Brown's speech Sep 30, 2009
1455From BBC deputy political editor James Landale: Mr Brown is now talking about his values and claiming they are the same as those he calls "the squeezed middle": the desire to get on, not just get by; hard work; motivated not just by self interest but by self-discipline, self-improvement, and self-reliance, caring not just for ourselves but also for each other. Fairness, responsibility, values celebrated in the family, observed in faith. (BBC News -- UK)
Vincent Wolfington discusses leadership, justice and success in business Sep 23, 2009
Wolfington combined the ideas of stewardship, self interest, service, and Catholicism in his speech, "To Thine Own Self Be True," which informed his audience how to "promote justice as an expression of faith." ... When thinking about justice and faith, Wolfington chose four pillars upon which people should model their lives: stewardship, Adam Smith and the idea of self interest, Confucius and serving others, and Catholic intellectual tradition. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Our authors still need protection Sep 23, 2009
I fear that the eventual losers in this issue, who should be the local publishers and their self interested but little read authors, will win out over the rightful winners (the general public) because the winners have no voice (since they don't realise the benefits to them as yet) but the losers are highly motivated to raise their voices loudly declaiming the change ... I have heard continual squawks on so many forums opposing this and without exception they are tainted by self interest. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
HMAS Barnaby's maritime metaphors of Titanic proportions Sep 22, 2009
HMAS Barnaby's maritime metaphors are of Titanic proportions. HMAS Barnaby's maritime metaphors are of Titanic proportions. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Be afraid of frothing extremists Sep 22, 2009
A liberal on the South Coast is the product of three things: Public Union, Lazy Self Interest, or Meth. Tanner Hamlett wrote on Sep 21, 2009 12:04 PM:I just want to remind people on here to be careful of criticing Obama's policies; afterall, that makes you racist. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
A West Side Story on Eastern Shore, and more Sep 22, 2009
Mrs. Aiello fired at a mayor who cares more about his self interest than the residents. The mayor shot back at her husband for costing the town thousands in litigation and legal appeals. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Braintree abutters to appeal McCourt modified permit Sep 19, 2009
Based upon the chain of events in this matter, it is my opinion that the board vote was regulated by a mayor who cares more about his self interest than the residents, she said. Before the vote was taken, the mayor made a deal with McCourt that waived thousands of dollars due the town. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Atlanta poised to lead early learning Sep 19, 2009
It is therefore in our collective self interest to promote school readiness among all children in metro Atlanta. The Early Education Commission has been meeting monthly since October 2008, learning from experts across a wide spectrum of early education topics (e. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Hong Kong on steroids Sep 18, 2009
Small pockets of the ancient city had indeed survived the Olympic Games fuelled modernisation frenzy and the glass and stainless steel building boom driven by global corporate self interest. It was, nevertheless, safe to conclude that the dusty, austere and remote city where I had served as the ABC's resident eyes and ears during the turbulent late 80's was no more. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
A long way from Copenhagen Sep 18, 2009
This is a "clear and present danger" yet our leaders act as though there is plenty of time to argue in favour of each country's self interest without recognising that this is a global problem with no winners if we achieve the BAU (worst case) scenario - yet if we act decisively, a massive economy will grow from the actions we need to take. peak350 - September 18, 2009, 9:24AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
The real story behind my earring: Brendan Nelson Sep 18, 2009
For my own self interest, I was advised to do so. But that is not me. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
A Year Later, a Fiscal Recipe for Disaster Sep 16, 2009
VOTE AGAINST THEIR OWN SELF INTEREST. TIME TO BE RID OF THE REPUBLI'CON' DISEASE THAT INFESTS AMERICA. (CBS News -- Early Show)
5 Energy Stocks for the Future Sep 16, 2009
We also learn -- often through an impoverishing business transaction or two -- the self interest of others, so we adapt accordingly. But when it comes to investing, we too often invest on wishes when the facts clearly show that our perception diverges from reality. (MSNBC -- Business)
Obama has chance to turn tide Sep 9, 2009
"'This is in our economic self interest.'". Tell us what you want. (News & Observer)
Rawlings Debunks Scancem Bribery Allegation Sep 7, 2009
Your contributions as a percentage of GDP to the third world is legendary but I ask you to join me in speaking out against self interest and international populism so as to ensure that your contributions to third world need are fully appreciated. That which is wrong cannot become right simply by growing in strength. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Labor Unions on Health Care: Their True Motives Sep 7, 2009
Organized labor is campaigning for government-run health care for the same reason that the private insurance industry is campaigning against it -- it is very much in their self interest. The union movement will gain billions of dollars if Obamacare passes. (Human Events Online)
Schools dodging Obama furor? Districts send kids home with permission slips Sep 7, 2009
Obama, Pelosi, Reid and the whole gang support VAWA and other acts avidly and equally (as do other likewise anti-constitution, power-hungry smiling self interest idiots like Bush, Hatch, Huntsman, Shurtleff, Wyatt, Hillyard, etc. . (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Chapman joins GOP race for governor Sep 4, 2009
He stands for doing the right thing above self interest. As a democrat I will be voting for him in the primary. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Poll: Two-Thirds Confused by Health Reform Sep 2, 2009
inefficient distribution of services, poor quality control, and a profit driven industry dominated by self interest entrepreneurs and middlemen ... by Portage15: "Recent bills in Congress do not clarify how underlying problems will be corrected --- inefficient distribution of services, poor quality control, and a profit driven industry dominated by self interest entrepreneurs and middlemen. Dysfunctional private insurance is a big part of the problem, adding billions in overhead yet contributing... (CBS News)
Taking justice into their own hands Aug 30, 2009
Every character in it, good and bad, acts out of self interest, and unintended consequences ensue ... This novel s strength lies in its sensitive portrayal of a flawed couple who manage to set aside self interest and rancor to survive what is surely every parent s nightmare. (Boston Globe)
Rep. Jerry McNerney: Health care bill will save money, not increase deficit Aug 29, 2009
I continue to be amazed at peoples willingness to crusade against their own self interest. McNerney pointed out the benefits of this reform to the whole country. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Washougal landowner jailed in zip-line case Aug 29, 2009
dogshead wrote on Aug 28, 2009 5:21 PM:" The Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area is a treasure. There are sensable rules established to retain some natural scenic qualities. Hoyte has attempted to ignore these rules for his own self interest and deserves some time in jail. ". DS wrote on Aug 28, 2009 7:09 PM:" This is all based on confiscation, oops I mean conservation. ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Eugene Robinson: Once his role was secure, Kennedy played it to the hilt Aug 28, 2009
California Credit Union League. Web search powered by YAHOO. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Health care reform needed Aug 25, 2009
All are motivated by self interest which may manifest itself in a host of different ways. As one writer put it (I don't remember who) "the ratio of saints to sinners is the same in the private sector as it is in the public sector.". (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Haunted By History And Tradition Aug 25, 2009
Thus besides the said composition of NPP campaign team which in the quoted words of Nuworsu, was ill-advised as it brought about not only operational and organisational lapses, but also poor monitoring, greed and self interest, as well as other factors such alleged diversion of campaign resources, security lapses, lack of control and poor management of resources and the said importation of party agents into the Volta Region, which as the Chairman puts it, also cost NPP as it helped the then main... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Seeking salve for the wound of an ailing industry Aug 24, 2009
Philbrook predicted that the state would ultimately allow a resident-only lobstering zone off Matinicus, partly out of self interest ... Philbrook predicted that the state would ultimately allow a resident-only lobstering zone off Matinicus, partly out of self interest. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Barney Frank Lashes Out at Protester Aug 20, 2009
" as if everyone who opposed Bush compared him to Hitler. Hitler and Bush were nothing like one another. Hitler, although pure evil and completely insane, was a fairly intelligent being. Bush was an incurious, swaggering drugstore cowboy who sat out the Viet Nam war hiding in his daddy's pocket, who never thought about anything deeper than his basic notion that the only entities fit to run the country were that corporate titans that he let plunder our nations treasure (re: 2003 Medicare Drug... (CBS News -- Health)
The Pay Czar's Power Grab Aug 19, 2009
Location: TX Reply # 2 Date: Aug 19, 2009 - 4:19 AM EST OBAMA'S SLAVES The one thing you could count on was that congress would look after its own self interest. WHAT IS HAPPENING. (Townhall.com)
Click to read:Public or Co-op? Comparing Health Options Aug 18, 2009
An attack on unscrupulous business practices perpetrated and perpetuated by self-regulated self centered self interest Mega-money corporations has been wrongly perceived as an attack on the free enterprise system. The question remains: Will the President throw the American people under the bus as some of "our" senators are doing with this weak, already tried & failed co-op "plan. Is it because we the people are too slow to assist in our own defense? by ianlou August 17, 2009 10:46 PM EDT by... (CBS News)
Self interest rules the mother of all debates Aug 18, 2009
What they need to consider though is the driving force behind this debate - self interest. Self interest on behalf of large corporations who haven't shown much ability to pass on savings to consumers or to embrace competition ... Self interest from "small" businesses who want to protect their easy profits. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Power Breakfast: Health reform, pensions, Japanese rebound Aug 18, 2009
The United States VOTER should have the last word, not corrupt members of the Democratic leadership, the Republican minority party and certainly not La Raza or ACLU, US Chamber of Commerce, Council of Foreign Relations, Cato Institute, billionaire George Soros, Ford Foundation and a multitude of self interest groups. In health care the insurance companies have used their political currency, to weaken any prospect of a Canadian or European style public health care option. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
We need to make a plan for death Aug 15, 2009
Amalgamated Transit Union leadership and its members should be ashamed of themselves for this blatant display of self interest and greed. In this economy where people are suddenly without jobs altogether, union President Jesse Hunt has the gall to balk at a mere 7 percent pay cut on a one-year contract. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Doubters attend lecture as ETS bill heads for doom Aug 13, 2009
There are alternatives for base load power - other countries are making much progress, it seems yet again we will be late from the starting block because of self interest and dogma from a few that will effect the entire nation. Dek | AUSTINMER - August 13, 2009, 11:31AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Health care questions, concerns in Obama crowd Aug 12, 2009
I have been coming here for years for dinner, old location and new, and have never been disappointed (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Country needs outburst of common sense Aug 11, 2009
What we need right now is a huge outburst of common sense and enlightened self interest. What those gray-haired Medicare recipients who are playing angry mob need to do is stop screaming and start listening and reading and learning who is manipulating them and why. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Click to read:Health Care Debate Heads to Town Halls Aug 10, 2009
It's just too bad that so many Americans are dumb as dirt and willingly vote against their own self interest. 20% of them still believe the sun revolves around the earth and 2/3rds can't even name 1 branch of their own government. (CBS News)
Town Hall Crowd Shoots Health Message, Messenger: Caroline Baum Aug 10, 2009
Updated: New York, Aug 10 04:14 London, Aug 10 09:14 Tokyo, Aug 10 17:14. Commentary by Caroline Baum. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
4 Arrested in U.S. Border Agent's Death Aug 3, 2009
" Worst of all, there are very few businesses that are penalized for knowingly hiring illegal immigrants (Such as McDonalds and many other companies). Also, too many areas, such as in California and many other areas, declare themselves as "Sanctuary" areas for illegal immigrants, thereby ignoring the Federal laws of this country. To conclude, this country needs to stop rewarding and encouraging illegal immigrants to illegally migrate here, and start penalizing these people and the businesses... (CBS News -- World)
He said, he said: Experts weigh in on Conrad controversy Aug 2, 2009
Angered American wrote on Aug 1, 2009 10:53 PM:" You know i have to agree with Buffalo Bill. Politics is politics. Meaning that power is placed in power by those that can pull the strings in washington, not by "we the people" as the constitution states. the "government for the people, by the people, and of the people" has all but become "the government of the government, by the government, and for the self interest of the "socially elite" a.ka. congress/senators". by being in power one no longer... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
polls show Democrats base receding in Virginia Jul 31, 2009
As much for getting rid of special and self interest in Washington. Posted By: | July 30, 2009 at 04:39 PM. (Harper's Magazine)
Study: Bank Bonuses Far Exceeded Profits Jul 31, 2009
The book "Common Sense" by Thomas Paine is the source of our guiding "invisible hand" that strokes our self interest as it become engorged by the excitment of its own pleasure. By this, mere humans pursue egotism with its erect stature--constantly seeking sharpness, acquisitiveness, and of course a HAPPY ENDING. 00004000. (CBS News)
