Archive for June 20, 2008

Going in the right direction?

June 20, 2008

Just 17 percent say the country is going in the right direction, according to an  recent AP poll.

Still, 17 percent?  I had no idea that many Americans worked for oil companies.

 

Let’s hope this “unbundling” – the airline term for nickel and diming you for everything doesn’t catch on as a way to raise prices in other businesses.

If so, what’s next?  99 cent coffee at Starbucks?  Cup extra?

The Seattle Mariners could become the first team with a $100 million player payroll to lose 100 games.

Not to be outdone, the Giants’ Barry Zito could become the first pitcher with an $18 million contract to lose 18 games.