In keeping with the symmetry of the date, I thought it appropriate that we discuss the a-symmetrical effects of the Bush Tax Cuts. Before anyone gets their panties in a bunch, I want to assure the readers that as an economist and policy wonk, I have no dog in this hunt, other than to see whatever policy that is enacted perform as expected. Data and facts are the non-partisan tools. Problem is, we have some on both political sides who don’t like certain facts, or any facts for that matter, and...

There have been times in the past where, during the heat of trading forum posts, our discussions have moved from purely thread related issues to economic issues. I've noticed that many have opinions on economic policy, local, national and international. When I see a topic that could use some illumination, a post here in the Sanity Zone will ensue rather than get a thread bogged down in distracting and unproductive argument. I will do my best to maintain my tradition of non-partisan, non-ideologic...

Welcome to my first fantasy football blog on blackandgold.com. I thought the title was fitting for my blog, because I am always one of those fantasy football players that is checking rosters right up to the last minute before players are locked in for their game. I will be posting a blog each week with my own analysis of the season. My goal is to provide advice to those who may be new to the game and get feedback from long-time players with their comments and opinions. I hope you all find the blog...

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From Nola.com

The Times-Picayune's Mike Triplett, Jeff Duncan and James Varney preview Sunday's game between the New Orleans Saints and Arizona Cardinals in this week's Black and Gold Report, our video magazine report.

John DeShazier is wondering when the Saints are going to put up that big offensive showing and Triplett interviews former LSU receiver Devery Henderson about that same subject.
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