The “Special Dividend Loan” is another way private equity can suck cash out of other institutions while they continue to strip mine a company. I think the rules might work a little differently for them.
Category: Opinion
The Musings of a Keyboard Commander
The problem with Trumpian mercantilism First go read this: Condition-of-England question. You do not need to read this: Carlyle.
Ted Gioia on AI’s Threat To Music
In this episode I’m joined by author, historian, and futurist Ted Gioia for another far reaching conversation that ranges from AI’s effect on culture to his thoughts on coffee.
Wealth distribution of current members of Congress
Start of all of this :: Here is a summary of the wealth distribution of current members of Congress: Overall Wealth: Over half of the members of Congress are millionaires. Party with the Most Millionaires: There isn’t a significant difference between parties, with both Democrats and Republicans having a high percentage of millionaires. Some sources Read More …
Hypocrisy of GOP criticizing Harvard
Start of this It’s true that Harvard University has produced a significant number of individuals who have gone on to prominent roles in American politics, including within the Republican Party.1 Here are some notable examples, with a focus on those who have served in recent administrations: Notable GOP Figures with Harvard Ties: Ted Cruz: U.S. Read More …
Are we doomed?
I was the designated driver this weekend for the kids sporting events, so we packed up the car and drove to the very near south suburbs for some all day volleyball. The tournament was great, and the Wintrust sports complex is pretty good but the fact it needs video games and laser tag is also Read More …
What is Urbit OS?
Urbit is a decentralized, peer-to-peer network and operating system designed to give users complete control over their digital activities and data, offering a more private, secure, and durable alternative to the current internet. Here’s a more detailed breakdown: [2, 4, 6] Decentralized and Peer-to-Peer: Unlike the traditional client-server internet model, Urbit is built on a Read More …
Let them have Netflix
Marie Antoinette was the last queen of France right before the first French Republic began. She died in October of 1793. She, in the western culture, is considered the pinnacle example of extravagance and profilgation. Her most famous quote is not even hers according to the majority of textbooks. None of this is really new, Read More …
the 3 ‘B’ exports of the USA
Heard this on a financial talking head show the other day. The 3 main exports of the USE are the 3 B’s. Bushels –> food, corn, soybeans, etc. Barrels –> Oil Bombs –> self explanatory. I had never heard of this before, but there is a kind of easy simplification of the economy to these.
Trump blinked first
So far, we have a pause in the tariffs and a few items moving into different tariff buckets apparently. There is much speculation about why did Trump blink, and issue this pause. This article is not helping resolve that speculation, merely pointing out my idea through a series of articles from the Internet. You can Read More …