Saudi “Day of Rage” May Fizzle on the Launching Pad
A so called “Day of Rage” has been scheduled for tomorrow in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The planned protest has been called for on a Facebook group which sports some 17,000 members and has sent the market for crude oil into emergency standby mode.
Get Ready for a REAL National ID Card
The REAL ID has been postponed once again. On Friday, Congress passed a law extending the deadline for states to comply with the new law, this time extending the deadline out to January, 2013. However, a number of states are still actively refusing to participate and have passed laws forbidding the use of the REAL ID program. Thus, for all intents and purposes, all Congress has really done is to pass the buck from the 112th Congress to the 113th Congress.
The Chinese Giant Awakens Militarily
In a move which is making a number of countries in the region nervous, the People’s Republic of China announced recently that it was increasing military spending by 12.7% this year.
13 States Say Dump the Dollar, Bring On the Gold!
Since 1971, American money has been valuable only because people perceive it to be valuable since the American government officially backs it. Prior to that, American money had a kind of intrinsic value as well – it was backed by gold held in Fort Knox and at the Federal Reserve. Some states however have decided that it’s high time that things changed back to the way they were. They’re looking to take their citizenry back to the gold standard.
The Gas Shocks of the Future Are Here Today in Israel
You walk up to the gas pump and check the price. $7.94 per gallon the meter reads. You shrug and begin to fill up your tank, watching in numbed silence as the numbers race by. By the time you’re done, the total cost to fill up your tank of gas is $238.20. A fantasy?
February Sees Gold Up 6%, Silver Up 19% on Inflation and Escalating Geopolitical Risk
The paper-driven sell off in the gold market seen in January has been trumped by continuing robust physical demand in January and February. This has resulted in gold rising nearly 6% in February and silver’s strong industrial and investment demand leading to a 19% rise to new nominal 30-year highs.
Why the Dollar’s Reign Is Near an End – WSJ
For decades the dollar has served as the world’s main reserve currency, but, argues Barry Eichengreen, it will soon have to share that role. Here’s why—and what it will mean for international markets and companies.
The Mad Dog of Libya Keeps Laughing
There was something truly sad in watching the interview that Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi recently gave to Christiane Amanpour. He met with her and two other journalists in the lobby of a local hotel in Tripoli, apparently unafraid of possible assassination attempts.
What’s That In Your Genes? TSA Now Wants to Harvest Your DNA
In a move that sounds strikingly Orwellian, the Department of Homeland Security will reportedly begin random DNA testing at airports this coming summer.
A Federal Government Shutdown: Will They or Won’t They?
The ball is currently in the Democrat’s court. That’s the consensus that the House of Representatives and Speaker of the House John Boehner have offered regarding a possible government shutdown.
How the Middle East Crisis Will Impact the U.S. Economy
The world has been watching and waiting to see what would happen with the Middle East Crisis for the past few weeks now, ever since Tunisia managed to overthrow their leader and declare an age of democracy in that country.
Shadow Government: An Interview with Grant Jeffrey
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Listen as FTM Weekly Radio Host, Jerry Robinson, interviews researcher and author Grant Jeffrey about his book, Shadow Government: How the Secret Global Elite Are Using Surveillance Against You. In this interview, Jeffrey and Robinson discuss the current efforts of the global elite to form a one-world government. Enjoy!
Special Guest Interview: Grant Jeffrey (Best-Selling Author, Prophecy Expert, Documentary Filmmaker)
Grant Jeffrey the chairman of Frontier Research Publications, Inc and is the best-selling author of over 27 books, including Shadow Government: How the Secret Global Elite Are Using Surveillance Against You. Grant is recognized as one of the leading teachers on Bible prophecy and an intelligent defense of the Christian faith.
Security cameras, surveillance of your financial transactions, radio frequency spy chips hidden in consumer products, tracking of your Internet searches, and eavesdropping on your e-mail and phone calls. Without your knowledge or consent, every aspect of your life is observed and recorded. But who is watching the watchers?
About the Host: Jerry Robinson (FTMDaily.com) (Published Author, Conference Speaker, Economist) Jerry Robinson is an economist, published author, columnist, international conference speaker, and the editor of the financial website, FTMDaily.com. In addition, Robinson hosts a weekly radio program entitled Follow the Money Weekly, an hour long radio show dedicated to deciphering the week's economic and geopolitical news. You can hear more interviews online at https://followthemoney.com
Is It Too Late to Buy Silver? Absolutely Not!
If you’ve been following the investment markets lately, then you know that people have continued to want to buy silver and gold over the past few years, even as prices have continued to rise to stratospheric levels.
Explosive Demand Sends Cotton Prices Soaring
by FTMDaily.com HOUSTON, Feb. 18 -For the first time ever, cotton prices reached $2 per pound in New York yesterday. Increasing global demand and shrinking supplies drove the commodity to all-time highs. In the wake of global financial crisis, global consumption has begun growing again — especially for textiles and apparel. The demand for clothing and […]
An Interview with Bob Wiedemer on his book Aftershock
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Learn how to protect yourself and profit in the next global financial meltdown in this interview with Bob Wiedemer, author of the book Aftershock. A Wiedemer interview.
FTMWeekly Interview: Robert Wiedemer on the Global Financial Meltdown and his book, Aftershock
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FTMWeekly Radio Interview with Author, Robert Wiedemer
FTM (Jerry Robinson): All right, well, joining me on the line is Robert Wiedemer. He’s the president and CEO of The Foresight Group, and he’s the author of the Wall Street Journal best-seller, Aftershock: Protect Yourself and Profit in the Next Global Financial Meltdown. Bob, it’s great to have you on “Follow the Money Weekly Radio.”
WIEDEMER: Well, I think, as you say, the recent moves are partly (obviously) an expectation of inflation. I’m not sure if we won’t see a pullback in yields, though, shorter term. But longer term, clearly, you’re going to find inflation becomes the overriding factor—because I don’t think the Fed can pull the money back. As one of my friends in the Fed has said, “Inflation is not something that’s forced on you; it is a choice.” And the reason we tend to choose inflation, it is the easy out; it’s a fairly easy way to try and grow the economy. The other alternatives are not as easy, whether it be taxes or so forth, and so that’s why they tend to go into that trap. As you said, it’s hard to (quote) “pull the liquidity out once you’re doing it,” because every time you do that you’re going to slow the economy down; you’re going to create problems; and again, there’s no easier out at that point. And you have to, of course, pull the inflation trigger back, or the money supply spigot back even harder, making for a much harder pullback than if you’d just not done it in the first place. So, it gets harder and harder to pull it back, because you’re having to hit the economy harder and harder than if you just never opened the spigot in the first place. It’s a little like a Chinese finger trap: don’t put your finger in it. It will be very difficult to pull back out.Give Us Your Opinion: What Would You Cut From the U.S. Federal Budget To Help Lower Government Spending?
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Did President Obama’s speech comfort and inspire you or did it increase your concerns about our country’s future?
This Week’s Financial Strategy – An Interview with John Bearss
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About John Bearss: John R. Bearss is a Retirement Specialist. He has been helping clients and financial professionals understand financial strategies for 24 years. To speak with John Bearss directly, email him at lifetime@donet.com or call 888-914-9909.
Give Us Your Opinion: Did President Obama’s State of the Union Speech Inspire or Concern You?
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Do you think that States should be allowed to file for bankruptcy protection? 100% of you voted that the states should not be allowed to file for Federal bankruptcy protection but many of you had some interesting comments.
Give Us Your Opinion: Do you think that States should be allowed to file for bankruptcy protection?
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An overwhelming 90% of you voted that the debt ceiling should not be raised and instead the Federal government should have to learn to live within its means…
Market Observations – Jerry Robinson
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The Pirates of Manhattan: Exposing Wall Street
Listen as author Barry James Dyke explains the corruption on Wall Street and his latest book, The Pirates of Manhattan.
FTMQuarterly Newsletter – Winter 2011 Issue (PDF)
Click the link below for a PDF version of the Winter 2011 Issue of the FTMQuarterly newsletter.
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How Hyperinflation Will Happen – An Interview with Gonzalo Lira
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Listen as FTM Weekly Radio Host, Jerry Robinson, interviews Gonzalo Lira, on the topic of hyperinflation. Listen as Lira explains how and when he believes hyperinflation will happen. The entire interview is about 45 minutes long. Enjoy!
Chinese president: It’s time to dump the dollar
On the eve of a U.S. visit, Chinese President Hu Jintao made the boldest statement yet on the future of the U.S. dollar as a reserve currency, calling the current global monetary exchange system “a product of the past” while promoting his own country’s currency as a replacement.
How to Create A “Go” Bag
One of the first action steps of starting your financial gameplan is to create a “go” bag. What exactly is a “go” bag?
Jerry Robinson: There is ‘No Bubble in Gold’
As the financial markets in the United States have appeared to be strengthening due to a perceived “recovery,” some analysts are speculating that the bull market in precious metals may be running out of steam. But according to FTMDaily’s, Jerry Robinson, those who are calling a top in gold and silver are dead wrong.
Protecting Your Privacy Both Online and Offline – An Interview with Trace Mayer, JD
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Listen as FTM Weekly Radio Host, Jerry Robinson, interviews Trace Mayer, JD, about keeping our personal privacy in the digital age.
Can The Tea Party Save Washington?
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On this week’s program, will the 112th Congress be able to tame Washington’s debt and denial and can the Tea Party save Washington?
Give Us Your Opinion: Should Congress Raise The Debt Ceiling For the 11th Straight Time in 11 Years?
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This week, I want to know what you think about raising the Congressional debt ceiling. Currently, the national debt ceiling is capped at $14.3 trillion. According to economists, the debt ceiling will need to be raised by March to avoid the government running out of money – and even defaulting.
PRODUCT REVIEW: The Katadyn Pocket Water Microfilter
I don’t know of a better portable water filter on the market anywhere near this price.
Give Us Your Opinion: How much control should the Federal government have over the American media?
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This week, I want to get your thoughts on Federal government regulation of the media. In a recent interview, FCC Commissioner Michael Copps, has called for greater Federal oversight and regulation of how the media reports the news.
Give Us Your Opinion: Do you think that the Federal government’s attempts to “protect” the internet would be a good thing or a bad thing?
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This week, I want to get your thoughts on Federal government regulation of the internet. This week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) stated its intention to begin policing and regulating the world wide web.
What Jerry Thinks: Stop the TSA!
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What’s happening in our nation’s airports right now is quite simply mind-boggling.
Estate Planning 101 – Part 2
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You should begin the estate planning process by understanding your particular circumstances, such as your age, health, and wealth.
Conspiracy of the Rich: An Interview with Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad, Poor Dad)
In this week’s special guest interview, Robert Kiyosaki joins Jerry Robinson to discuss his new book, Conspiracy of the Rich.
Give Us Your Opinion: Would You Give Up Your Mortgage Deduction for a Flat Tax?
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As I reported earlier on this program, President Obama’s Deficit Commission has proposed some major spending cuts to Social Security, limiting Medicare and has even suggested the elimination of the popular mortgage interest deduction for homeowners. They have also proposed lowering tax rates and simplifying the tax code.
This Week’s Financial Strategy – Estate Planning 101 – Part 1
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Last week we talked about what estate planning is and who might need it. Today, let’s talk about how to do it and where do you begin. You should begin the estate planning process by understanding your particular circumstances, such as your age, health, wealth, etc.
What Jerry Thinks: Why Gold and Silver Will Go Up From Here
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There seems to be a major disconnect in the financial world today about what drives the prices of hard assets. This ignorance has been displayed through some well intentioned financial “experts” who have gone on record saying that gold and silver prices are in a bubble and have reached their peak.
What Jerry Thinks: ‘Big Brother’ is Watching
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A new report details the plans of the British government to record and store every email, every phone call, and every website visit of every British citizen who uses a telephone or the internet.