Ted Kennedy Tom discusses the passing of Senator Ted Kennedy. How is the media responding to his death? How will he be remembered? And how will Massachusetts fill the late Senator’s seat? Right or Privilege? Senator Ted Kennedy was a long-time advocate for universal health care and believed it was a right for all Americans. Is health care a right or a privilege? And how will Kennedy’s death influence the health care debate? Housing Turnaround? New home sales saw a strong gain last month and recent reports say home prices rose 2.9% in the second quarter. Why is the market improving? And is now the time to buy? PLUS: The latest on the Gov. Sanford scandal.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-26-09
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-25-09
Four More Years? President Obama just nominated Fed Chief Ben Bernanke to serve another four years. Bernanke was the engineer of much of the government’s controversial and expensive recovery programs. Did Bernanke really save the day and prevent a second depression? CIA Tactics Former VP Dick Cheney has criticized the Obama Administration’s decision to probe the CIA and their past interrogation tactics. Did the CIA go too far? Plus, despite American outrage over the release of the Lockerbie bomber, Libyan leader Ghadafi plans to address the UN next month, and then pitch his tent in a New Jersey suburb! Up or Down? According to the S&P/Case Shiller index, home prices rose 2.9 percent in the second quarter. But the FHFA says home prices declined in the second quarter. Who's right? And with government incentives expiring soon, should Obama extend some of his housing programs?
Monday, August 24, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-24-09
8pm Deadline Folks have until 8pm tonight to trade in their cars under the "Cash for Clunkers" program. What impact will this project have on auto sales, the economy and the environment? And did the plan prove successful, or just how incapable the government is of managing its big ideas? More Troops Admiral Mullen says the situation in Afghanistan is deteriorating and some are calling for more troops. Will anti-war Obama supporters back an Afghanistan surge? Plus, the release of the Lockerbie bomber continues to outrage folks on both sides of the pond. Was al-Megrahi's release a political decision and did Britain have a part in it? UFO's The UK’s Ministry of Defense has released 4,000 pages of documents that detail hundreds of sightings of UFOs. Tom says he too has seen what he describes as an unidentified flying object. Do you think there is something out there? Also, what was the mysterious flying object recently seen over New York’s JFK airport?
Friday, August 21, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-21-09
Wal-Mart Health? Is the future of health care … Wal-Mart? The big box chain has over 30 clinics in 9 states, and has plans to many build more. Are Americans ready to put their health into Wal-Mart's hands? Plus, Tom explains why Maine's TWO public healthcare options are both bleeding money... "Dollars for Dishwashers?" California wants to release thousands of inmates to reduce their prison population. Which criminals should be set free? Plus, "Cash-For-Clunkers" ends Monday. Should a similar program help consumers trade in clunker appliances for shiny, new "green" ones? Mortgage Misery A recent survey says that 1 in 8 U.S. households with mortgages are in foreclosure or behind on their payments. How bad will things get before they turn around? Plus, Ion Options' Chief Strategist Ron Ianieri talks with Tom about the best way to handle this rocky economy.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 9-20-09
Moral Obligation President Obama is now saying we have a "moral obligation" to offer health care to everyone. Do you agree? And whether you agree with Obama or not, Tom points out how we already offer health care to everyone. Compassionate Grounds The terrorist convicted of the Lockerbie bombing was freed today. Did his terminal cancer entitle him to a "compassionate" release? Plus, what's wrong with the CIA hiring private military contractors to kill al-Qaeda members? New Rules New credit card regulations take effect today, but will the tighter rules actually help you? Tom breaks it down. Plus, are you an internet addict? You may be able to go to a special "rehab" to get cured!
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-19-09
Still Pushing Despite declining poll numbers, Obama and the Democrats are prepared to go forward on health care reform. Now they're out to vilify health insurance companies and, like the banks, expose their 'compensation' practices... "Bad Bets" Charles Schwab says brokers are not responsible for 'bad bets' and the current administration's ambition to increase regulations will only hurt the economy. Tom says the Obama administration has declared war on capitalism. UFO's The UK’s Ministry of Defense has released 4,000 pages of documents that detail hundreds of sightings of UFOs. Tom says he too has seen what he describes as an unidentified flying object. Do you think there is something out there?
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-18-09
Public Option When the Obama administration considered dropping the 'public option', far left Democrats fired back with a vengeance. Now the White House says 'nothing has changed'. Will inclusion of a 'public option' send the entire health care reform bill to the 'Death Panel'? Plus, Tom explains why Oregon's public health program is a disaster! Really Sorry? Michael Vick says he’s sorry, but is he actually showing remorse? Are the NFL and the public being too lenient on the new Eagles quarterback? Do you buy Vick’s apologies? Plus, PETA says meat makes people fat. Will Americans ever lose their love of beef, pork and poultry? Online Security Identity theft is on the rise - one man has been indicted for stealing information from 130 million credit and debit card accounts, Facebook is being accused of harvesting personal data, and now even the White House is dealing with an email controversy. Online security experts Mark and Mike Menz join Tom with tips on how you can protect your identity.
Friday, August 7, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-7-09
Spencer Hughes sits in for Tom today Stimulating Jobs? Obama’s stimulus program Cash-For-Clunkers was given new life last night. But is the program actually stimulating anything? Plus, job numbers are better than expected, but is Obama's stimulus plan really responsible? And do you feel like the economy is actually improving? How secure do you feel in your job? PLUS: Senator Mel Martinez (R-FL) resigns. Cost of Kids A government study says a middle-income family will spend $291,570 to raise a child into adulthood. Meanwhile, a study out of Oregon State University claims you can reduce your carbon footprint if you have less children. Are the government and the Left trying to discourage people from having children? Are you thinking twice about having a child? New Baby Doll A new controversial doll comes with a special halter top that little girls can wear as they pretend to breast-feed their "babies." Some critics say the doll is introducing ‘sex education’ to first graders and may traumatize girls. Do toys like this encourage children to grow up too fast? Are we too hung up about breast feeding in this country?
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-05-09
Healthcare Opponents Democrat lawmakers are complaining that they’re being harassed by opponents of Obama’s health care reform. The White House has tried to discredit town hall protests by labeling the backlash “manufactured”. Are the protests helping or hurting the anti-Obamacare cause? Also, is the White House intimidating dissenters and encouraging people to ‘rat out’ critics? Housing Hurdles Despite some positive news in the housing market, there are several hurdles preventing a full recovery. What can be done to turn the housing market around? And, what can we learn from the Cash-for-Clunker program? Plus, the House is allegedly spending over $200 million on elite Gulfstream jets! Should legislators be spending so lavishly? Cost of Kids A government study says a middle-income family will spend $291,570 to raise a child into adulthood. Meanwhile, a study out of Oregon State University claims you can reduce your carbon footprint if you have less children. Are the government and the Left trying to discourage people from having children? Plus, the Bill Clinton-North Korea story still seems a lil' fishy…
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-4-09
Falling Revenues The recession has caused federal tax revenues to plummet. This will likely mean higher taxes and / or painful cuts. The postal service is already planning some major changes. Where else should we but back to compensate for all the lost revenue? Big Mistake? Former President Bill Clinton met with Kim Jong Il today to help bring home two American journalists held captive in North Korea. But should the U.S. be negotiating with the rogue nation over anything? Tom says Clinton made a big mistake. Dozens Injured Dozens of passengers were hurt yesterday when a flight from Brazil to Texas hit heavy turbulence. Did the passengers cause their own injuries? PLUS: “Joker Obama” = horrible, offensive. “Joker Bush” = clever, artistic, accurate? Tom explains.
Monday, August 3, 2009
What's on The Tom Sullivan Show 8-3-09
Broken Promises? Treasury Secretary “Tiny” Tim Geithner said yesterday that he cannot rule out a middle class tax increase to help pay for health care and tame the deficit. Of course, an increase would contradict promises made by Barack Obama. How will Obama tax the middle class? And will the people stand for it? Plus, will healthcare survive when Congress returns in September? 'Clunkers' needs Cash 'Cash for Clunkers' will run out of money tomorrow if it doesn't receive more taxpayer funding. The Senate will vote on it today, but Demint and McCain are against giving the program any more cash. Why shouldn’t other industries have a 'clunker' program? Tom says 'cash for clunkers' exemplifies what's wrong with most government stimulus programs. Dozens Injured Dozens of passengers were hurt today when a flight from Brazil to Texas hit heavy turbulence. Did the passengers cause their own injuries? The FAA says the primary reason injuries are sustained during turbulence is because passengers aren't wearing their seat belts. Plus, what does this incident say about the quality of Boeing versus Airbus planes?
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