Lawyers Have Already Drafted 13,000 Pages of Regulations for New ObamaTax Law

Posted by Jim Hoft on Thursday, July 5, 2012, 12:37 AM

 

 

It’s a lawyer’s dream!
Officials have already drafted 13,000 pages of new regulations for the new ObamaTax law.
FOX News reported:

With the Supreme Court giving President Obama’s new health care law a green light, federal and state officials are turning to implementation of the law — a lengthy and massive undertaking still in its early stages, but already costing money and expanding the government.

The Health and Human Services Department “was given a billion dollars implementation money,” Republican Rep. Denny Rehberg of Montana said. “That money is gone already on additional bureaucrats and IT programs, computerization for the implementation.”

“Oh boy,” Stan Dorn of the Urban Institute said. “HHS has a huge amount of work to do and the states do, too. There will be new health insurance marketplaces in every state in the country, places you can go online, compare health plans.”

The IRS, Health and Human Services and many other agencies will now write thousands of pages of regulations — an effort well under way:

“There’s already 13,000 pages of regulations, and they’re not even done yet,”Rehberg said.

“It’s a delegation of extensive authority from Congress to the Department of Health and Human Services and a lot of boards and commissions and bureaus throughout the bureaucracy,” Matt Spalding of the Heritage Foundation said. “We counted about 180 or so.”

There has been much focus on the mandate that all Americans obtain health insurance, but analysts say that’s just a small part of the law — covering only a few pages out of the law’s 2700.

“The fact of the matter is the mandate is about two percent of the whole piece of the legislation,” Spalding said. “It’s a minor part.”

Much bigger than the mandate itself are the insurance exchanges that will administer $681 billion in subsidies over 10 years, which will require a lot of new federal workers at the IRS and health department.

“They are asking for several hundred new employees,” Dorn said. “You have rules you need to write and you need lawyers, so there are lots of things you need to do when you are standing up a new enterprise.”

For some, though, the bottom line is clear and troubling: The federal government is about to assume massive new powers.

Hat Tip Gini

Then there’s this…
The Obama Administration has already lined up an army of IRS agents to dole out fear and punishment.

http://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2012/07/lawyers-have-already-drafted-13000-pages-of-regulations-for-new-obamatax-law/

More than one way to skin a Cat...

Brilliant

Long read, but worth it

Interesting, if it all falls together.

More than one way to skin a Cat...

Dear Friends,

Attached is my optimist’s analysis of the Supreme Court’s decision today.

Please let me know what you think. Also please feel free to post this on your

website or blog if you are so inclined. I have also pasted it below.

Very Truly Yours,

Richard Bolen

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June 28, 2012

Lexington, South Carolina

To all my friends, particularly those conservatives who are despondent over the searing betrayal by Chief Justice John Roberts and the pending demise of our beloved country, I offer this perspective to convey  

some profound hope and evidence of the Almighty’s hand in the affairs of men in

relation to the Supreme Court’s decision on Obamacare. 

  

I initially thought we had cause for despondency when I only heard the results

of the decision and not the reason or the make-up of the sides.  I have now read a large portion of the decision and I

believe that it was precisely the result that Scalia, Alito, Thomas, Roberts

and even Kennedy wanted and not a defeat for conservatism or the rule of law.

I believe the conservatives on the court have run circles around the liberals

and demonstrated that the libs are patently unqualified to be on the Supreme

Court.  Let me explain.

  

First let me assure you that John Roberts is a conservative and he is not dumb,

mentally unstable, diabolical, a turncoat, a Souter or even just trying to be

too nice.  He is a genius along with the members of the Court in the

dissent.  The more of the decision I read the more remarkable it

became.  It is not obvious and it requires a passable understanding of

Constitutional law but if it is explained anyone can see the beauty of it.

  

The decision was going to be a 5-4 decision no matter what, so the allegation

that the decision was a partisan political decision was going to be made by the

losing side and their supporters.  If the bill was struck down completely

with Roberts on the other side there would have been a national and media

backlash against conservatives and probably strong motivation for Obama

supporters to come out and vote in November.  With today’s decision that

dynamic is reversed and there is a groundswell of support for Romney and

Republicans, even for people who were formerly lukewarm toward Romney before

today, additionally Romney raised more than 3 million dollars today.

  

Next, merely striking the law without the support of Democrats and libs would

have left the fight over the commerce clause and the “necessary and proper “

clause and the federal government’s role in general festering and heading the

wrong way as it has since 1942.  As a result of the decision the libs are

saying great things about Roberts; how wise, fair and reasonable he is.

They would never have said that without this decision even after the Arizona immigration decision on Monday.  In the future when Roberts rules

conservatively it will be harder for the left and the media to complain about

the Robert’s Court’s fairness.  That’s why he as Chief Justice went to the

other side for this decision not Scalia, Alito, Thomas or Kennedy, all of whom

I believe would have been willing to do it.

  

Next let’s look at the decision itself.  Thankfully Roberts got to write

it as Chief Justice and it is a masterpiece.  (As I write this the libs

don’t even know what has happened they just think Roberts is great and that

they won and we are all going to have free, unlimited healthcare services and

we are all going to live happily ever after.)  He first emphatically states

that Obamacare is unconstitutional under the Commerce Clause saying you cannot

make people buy stuff. Then he emphatically states that it is unconstitutional

under the “necessary and proper” clause which only applies to “enumerated

powers” in the US Constitution.   Justices Ginsberg, Breyer,

Sotomayor and Kagan all went along with these statements.  They

never would have gone along with that sentiment if that was the basis for

striking the law in total.  This is huge because this means that the Court

ruled 9-0 that Obamacare was unconstitutional under the Commerce clause which

was Obama’s whole defense of the bill.  They also ruled 9-0 on the

“necessary and proper” clause.  Even better both of these rulings were

unnecessary to the decision so it is gravy that we got the libs to concede this

and it will make it easier to pare away at both theories in the future, which

we must do.  Well done.

  

Roberts, through very tortured reasoning, goes on to find that the taxing law

provides the Constitutionality for the law.  Virtually everyone agrees

that the Federal government has the power to do this as it does with the

mortgage deduction for federal income taxes.  This too is huge because Obama assiduously avoided using the term “tax”

and now he has to admit this law is a tax and it is on everyone even the

poor.  That will hurt him hugely in the polls and will help Romney.

More importantly though is the fact that this makes this a budgetary issue that

can be voted on in the Senate by a mere majority instead of 60 votes needed to

stop a filibuster.  That means that if the Republicans can gain a majority

in the Senate, it can vote to repeal Obamacare in total.

  

Finally the Court voted 7-2 to strike down the punitive rules that take away

money from states that do not expand Medicare as required in Obamacare.

This too is huge because we got Kagan and Breyer to join

this decision and it can easily be applied to many other cases of extortion the

Federal government uses to force states to do things they don’t want to.

This is also amazing because Obamacare has no severability clause so by

striking the Medicaid mandate portion as unconstitutional the whole bill should

have been struck.  If that happened none

of these other benefits would have been accomplished. I haven’t read far enough

to know how he did it but I am sure it is brilliant.

  

So to recap the Roberts court through a

brilliant tactical maneuver has: strengthened the limitations of the commerce

clause and the necessary and proper clause by a unanimous decision,

made Obama raise taxes on the poor and middle classes, converted Obamacare into

a tax program repealable with 51 votes in the Senate, enhanced

Romney’s and Republican’s fundraising and likelihood of being elected in November,

weakened federal extortion and got the left to love Roberts and sing his

praises all without anyone even noticing.  Even Obama is now espousing the

rule of law just 2 weeks after violating it with his deportation executive

order. 

That is why I have decided this was a genius decision and that I

did in fact get a great birthday present today not to mention

U. S. Attorney General Eric Holder being held in contempt.  What a day. 

Charters of Freedom

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…But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security…
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Statue of Liberty Inscription:

"They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little safety deserve neither liberty nor safety."  Benjamin Franklin

The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World

In its international aspect the statue, which was a gift from the people of France to the people of the United States, commemorates the long friendship between the peoples of the two Nations—a friendship that has continued since the American Revolution when, implemented by the French with sinews of war, it helped turn the tide of victory to the side of the Colonies.

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Lawsuit Filed Against Convicted Felon George Soros & Donald Trump

Lawsuit Filed Against Convicted Felon George Soros & Donald Trump – Colluded In Multi $Billion Money Laundering/Bankruptcy Fraud Scheme – 30 June 2012

NEW YORK, NY – Law Offices of David H. Relkin, Esq. on behalf of Leslie Dick Worldwide Ltd. has filed a Federal RICO Complaint in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case No. 08-CV-7900) against George Soros, Deutsche Bank, Vornado Realty Trust, Fortress Investment Group, Donald J. Trump & 12 other RICO conspirators for $4.2 Billion in damages.

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Health - Blood Pressure

The Latest Blood Pressure Drug Snafu
When I was growing up, my Mom used to tell me that you don't get anything in life for free. There's always a price. That was a good lesson when it came to things like studying to get good grades, saving my babysitting money to buy a pair of "Jordache" jeans (I know, I'm dating myself) or stretching for hours to get into a full split so I could make the cheerleading squad. Unfortunately, it's also true concerning prescription drugs. You see, as much as they promise freedom from your symptoms if you just "Ask your doctor if XYZ drug is right for you," there's ALWAYS a price to pay, my friend. And it's not just the exorbitant cost. It's the side-effects which many times can be as bad as or WORSE than your original problem!   Here's an example of this that just surfaced recently: No more high blood pressure...but Celiac instead? The Mayo Clinic recently reported that 22 of their patients that were taking the popular blood pressure drug Benicar (olmesartan) developed symptoms of Celiac disease. None of the patients tested positive for Celiac with blood tests, so they suspected that the drug was the likely culprit behind the symptoms. Sure enough, they were right. When the patients stopped taking olmesartan their symptoms seemed to subside. A detailed follow-up investigation showed that the patients who took olmesartan had, in fact, sustained VERY serious intestinal damage as a result of the drug, and that the damage began to heal only after they stopped it. Interestingly enough, the Mayo Clinic's Dr. Joseph A. Murray (head of the study) had actually reported these and other serious side effects associated with this type of drug to the FDA back in 2009. But the FDA ignored the evidence and stated that it was "not definitive enough to verify a 'statistically significant' association between Celiac disease symptoms and the drug." Hmmm...doesn't exactly give you a warm, fuzzy feeling, does it? And this is just one of HUNDREDS of examples.   Does no symptoms equal great health? The big issue here is that, regardless of what your health issues may be, an absence of symptoms does NOT mean you're healthy! That would be like thinking that a car engine that's ready to blow up is OK because there is no smoke billowing out from under the hood yet. If you are relying on one or more prescription drugs day in and day out, let me enlighten you: You are NOT healthy--you have a chemically-induced absence of symptoms, and you are basically a ticking time bomb.   Why are there so many time bombs around? According to the CDC, at least HALF of Americans take at least one prescription drug every single day. 1 out of 4 of us takes 2 or more drugs each day, and 1 out of 10 people takes 5 or more! Every single day! The obvious question is: What is going ON here? Well, let's think about this... The diets most people have today are absolutely perfect... ...perfect for making the drug companies richer, that is. As a result of the acid-loaded, needs-a-Herculean-effort-by-your-system-to-digest-it diet the average person has today, we are suffering from head to toe. And so Big Pharma is swimming in the money each and every time you take a bite, thank you very much. Acid creating diets wreaks havoc with your body and is THE single most significant factor behind our ever-increasing reliance on dangerous drugs. Let's take a closer look at what's likely going on inside of you:   1- The wrath of poor digestion The primary effect of inefficient digestion is felt in your GI tract. I call it having trouble "North and South." When your foods are hard for your stomach to break down, it ends up secreting too much acid in the process--more than Nature ever intended. That acid can go "up north" (especially when you lie down) and bingo--you have acid reflux, GERD, heartburn, you-name-it. Poorly broken down food can also be passed along to your small intestine to deal with the mess. But it can only do so much, and as a result, you get trouble brewing "down south"--gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, IBS and diverticulosis.   But wait! There's more Inadequate digestion also leads to wastes accumulating in your gut wall and harmful bacteria overgrowth in your intestines--which greatly weakens your IMMUNE SYSTEM. And since your immune system helps protect you against infections, viruses and even major diseases including cancer, if yours is weak, guess what you're more susceptible to?   2- The price of acid waste accumulation Acid wastes are the normal by-product of your digestion of foods and normal cell metabolism. In a healthy functioning body, these wastes are eliminated through your major "exits"--the bowel (in your feces), the bladder (in your urine), the lungs (when you exhale) and the skin (when you sweat). As a result, your body's pH can stay right around the slightly alkaline range where it should be to stay healthy. But when your diet is inundated with foods that result in too much acid waste, your body can't effectively keep up with the elimination. Instead what happens is the acid wastes get reabsorbed into your bloodstream--and once they do, heaven help you. Acid wastes can cause a whole host of problems, including inflammation and pains of all kinds all over your body, as well as uncontrollably high blood pressure.   And it doesn't stop there! Excess acid wastes can lead to a lower, more acid body pH. An acid environment is the perfect setting for tumors and diseases of all kinds to thrive. Medication residue adds to acid waste buildup--so any drugs that you are taking are making the situation WORSE. And lastly, a body that is too acidic can't effectively absorb nutrients, regardless of whether they come from food or supplements. So not only do you run the risk of nutrient-deficient diseases like anemia and osteoporosis, but you can pack on the pounds because nutrient deficiency is the main factor behind constant hunger and overeating.   Turn it all around--it CAN be done The great news here is that, regardless of your state of health, you can help your body be healthier and function better. Even if you are among the 1 in 10 who takes 5 or more drugs a day! You too can see a difference. Here's how: The two measures that will give you the biggest health bang for your buck are: 1) Make your digestion efficient This is a snap with the Great Taste No Pain health system. Great Taste No Pain will show you how to create healthful, nutritious meals featuring real foods that are not only positively delicious, but are also easy to prepare and a breeze to digest. When your digestion is accomplished easily and thoroughly, not only do you have less trouble "north and south," but you also help maximize your body's absorption of nutrients (which can help those excess pounds S-L-I-D-E off). And as a bonus, it helps encourage a more alkaline pH, which means that your body will be less likely to get cancer or any other disease.   2) Balance your intestinal flora The friendly flora in your gut makes up 70-80% of your immune system, which plays a HUGE role in disease prevention, including cancer, and protects you against bugs and viruses of all kinds. Plus, your beneficial bacteria help break down certain starches and fibers in your foods, which helps keep digestion smooth. Probiotic supplementation has been proven to help achieve this important, possibly life-saving goal. Super Shield, by most measures, is the perfect probiotic supplement. Its 13 strains of friendly bacteria are up to the task, ready to line your intestinal walls, help keep your digestion smooth and be on the lookout for harmful pathogens that can make you sick.   Remember, my friend, nothing in life is free. Sooner or later, the price for artificial drug-induced "health" will need to be paid...and that can be a very dear price. Don't make Big Pharma richer and richer while your health gets poorer and poorer. Instead, give your body the help it needs so it can function the way it's supposed to -- like Nature intended. Believe me, it will say thank you in countless ways. To your health, Sherry Brescia PS: Ginger feels great--and is off blood pressure medication! Sherry: I am a 69 year old woman who has been taking Prilosec for about 12 years. Since then I have been put on BP medication, cholesterol medication, Fosamax for my bones, and was taking glucosamine, calcium and vitamin D. A couple months ago came the big shocker. I had an attack of diverticulitis. That was the breaking point. I knew I was doing something wrong. I had always been very healthy and active in the past. After following your Great Taste No Pain plan I am off the BP medication, Fosamax, Prilosec and glucosamine, WOW! 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'The mob learned from Wall Street': Eliot Spitzer on the 'cartel-style

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UG8RowZcks&feature=youtu.be

The Biggest Financial Scam In World History

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The Biggest Financial Scam In World History

Posted By: Jordon [Send E-Mail]
Date: Thursday, 5-Jul-2012 14:22:54

. Why Is the Libor Scandal So Important to You? There have been numerous big banking scandals recently. But the Libor scandal is the biggest financial scam in world history. See this and this. The former CEO of Barclays said today that banks across the world were fixing interest rates in the run-up to the financial crisis . Professor of economics and law Bill Black notes: It is the largest rigging of prices in the history of the world by many orders of magnitude. Indeed, the scandal effects an $800 trillion dollar market – 10 times the size of the real world economy. Matt Taibbi explains that this is the “mega scandal of all mega scandals”, because Libor is the “sun at the center of the financial universe”, and manipulating Libor means that “the whole Earth is built on quicksand.” Homeowners, credit card holders, students, local governments, small businesses, small investors and virtually everyone else in the entire world has been impacted by the manipulation. Indeed, the scandal is so big that it will further destroy trust in our financial system and drive many people from investing in the capital markets altogether. Click here for links: http://www.washingtonsblog.com/2012/07/the-biggest-banking-scam-in-world-history.html

Water Wars: Crops die as gov't blocks wells . . . Big Brother refuses to allow citizens to rescue harvest

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Water Wars: Crops die as gov't blocks wells . . . Big Brother refuses to allow citizens to rescue harvest

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Date: Thursday, 5-Jul-2012 16:36:37

Just more of what has become a routine around this country ******* GREELEY, Colo. – Farmers in Colorado are watching their fields dry up amid one of the worst droughts in the state’s history. But just a few feet beneath them, the water is so plentiful it’s flooding basements and causing septic systems to overflow. Yet the government will not permit farmers to pump the water to save their crops. With a lower-than-normal snowpack, farmers in northeastern Colorado who rely on the South Platte River are facing severe water shortages in which they are not able to even water some of their crops. Dennis Hoshiko, a fourth-generation onion farmer with 2,500 acres, said he has let around 15 percent of his land sit fallow this season because of a lack of water. “We have entire sections where the seeds were planted a month ago in dry earth, and they have not sprouted yet because they have not been watered.” While it may seem to be a case of battling Mother Nature, the problem could be solved if government officials would simply flip a switch. Many of the farmers have wells that draw groundwater for use in situations like this. But in 2006, the Colorado Supreme Court ordered 440 wells shut down and curtailed the pumping of another 1,000. entire article here http://www.wnd.com/2012/06/farmer-panic-crops-die-as-govt-blocks-wells/ Found@ http://www.blacklistednews.com/index.php

BREAKING NEWS!!! Arpaio Finds Man Who Forged Obama's Birth Certificate *video*

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CGI's BillsBest: BREAKING NEWS!!! Arpaio Finds Man Who Forged Obama's Birth Certificate *video*

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Date: Thursday, 5-Jul-2012 15:57:13

LIBOR Scandal - "We need to wipe out this entire generation of so-called bankers"

Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2012 9:44 AM
Subject: LIBOR Scandal - "We need to wipe out this entire generation of so-called bankers"

Matt Taibbi interviewed by Eliot Spitzer:

“This is the mega-scandal of mega scandals…

Mob behavior has infiltrated Wall Street… Wall Street is a high-crime area.

LIBOR is incredibly complicated. The public is not outraged because it is tough for people to wrap their heads around…

The implications of this are so awesome that people are reluctant to take it in yet...

The corruption behind their business model has pervaded the political arena as well…what we probably need (to do) is to wipe out this entire generation of so-called bankers who apparently have no ethics or integrity.”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UG8RowZcks&feature=youtu.be