Tag Archives: Politics

The Problem With Health Care

Posted on 08/31/2026 by Glen Harness

First, my bona fides: I worked 15 years in a hospital business office. While I only provided support to those folks who were actually talking with patients, insurance companies, and other third parties, I did pick up on how things … Continue reading →

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Your PC May Not Be So Personal Anymore

Posted on 03/30/2009 by Glen Harness

Proposed new treaty will allow govt to seize your PC. #tcot Continue reading →

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Restroom Access Act

Posted on 03/26/2009 by Glen Harness

It’s a bad law. #tcot Continue reading →

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More Royalties, Please

Posted on 02/13/2009 by Glen Harness

Artists want to be paid when radio stations play their music. I say it’s a bad idea. #tcot Continue reading →

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NASCAR: Roush Goes Green, Planet Saved

Posted on 01/27/2009 by Glen Harness

Roush Fenway racing goes green. We’re saved! #tcot Continue reading →

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The Shape Of Things To Come?

Posted on 01/14/2009 by Glen Harness

This article in the Christian Science Monitor is eye opening. Any government that attempts to guarantee healthcare must also control its costs. The inevitable next step will be to seek to control citizens’ health and their behavior. If the US … Continue reading →

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Fair Board Update

Posted on 01/06/2009 by Glen Harness

Well, the Fair Board met today, and, get this: they decided to put out RFI’s for someone to lease the track! From what I gather, whoever leases the track will have it on weekends. The Fair Board can do whatever … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Nashville! Now Speak English

Posted on 01/06/2009 by Glen Harness

I guess I knew there was a referendum coming up here in Nashville, but I didn’t know it was this soon. Thanks to some folks who oppose Metro Charter Amendment 1, I know now that we’re in the early voting … Continue reading →

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Woody: Fairgrounds Racing All But Gone

Posted on 01/05/2009 by Glen Harness

Larry Woody, in an article published on the Nashville City Paper’s web site, says the Fairgrounds track is on life support, and the plug may about to be pulled. Woody lays the blame on several entities: City Hall (via the … Continue reading →

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50 Complaining Neighbors 1, Nashville and History 0

Posted on 12/11/2008 by Glen Harness

I attended tonight’s meeting of the Tennessee State Board of Fair Commissioners (aka the Fair Board). My thoughts on the meeting can be summed up thusly: 2008 was the last season ever of weekly racing at the fairgrounds I say … Continue reading →

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