tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post1205903865175130581..comments2023-10-29T01:50:44.089-07:00Comments on Reflections on music, movies, TV, sports, American History, and other stuff.: TEMPE MCDONALD'S WORKERS ARE UNREALISTICJim McAllisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-40707731325935195652015-05-08T06:46:17.589-07:002015-05-08T06:46:17.589-07:00I just read that McDonald's is closing 700 loc...I just read that McDonald's is closing 700 locations now. Having learned from the Jim McAllister school of economics, capitalism is revealing the collapse of the government and nation.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09268265056850010999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-70839968798153772842015-05-05T07:37:17.428-07:002015-05-05T07:37:17.428-07:00What is your motivation to picking a candidate? Ge...What is your motivation to picking a candidate? Gee Alex, I'll take What is Money for five hundred. we're old and of no longer of any use to the society that we helped to create. Sucks don't it? Our opinions don't really matter anymore. It's the cold hearted psychopaths who really run this world and they don't care in the least about people unless it's for their image and to make even more money. And then their handlers take the credit for the idea that they stole from someone else, because they too are scrambling to keep their jobs. Yeah, they'll put on a show to make it appear that they care, but it is all for show, because they'll let their best friend starve and it's the world we live in. People do not change until they absolutely must. I did, but only because I had to change to survive. So I'm guessing that times are getting worse for you. Told you. It must be hell groping in the darkness to figure out what decision will work in an uncertain future. Well trust me, that even if you knew what would happen, it wouldn't change much. The brains of people are hardwired to predetermined behavior and that's just the way things and why people just do not change until it's too late.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09268265056850010999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-31995760234429396552015-04-26T18:39:22.442-07:002015-04-26T18:39:22.442-07:00Mike,
I'm about to go independent too. With ...Mike,<br /><br />I'm about to go independent too. With 10 Repubs crossing over and voting Lynch in as AG, I've pretty much had it with them. Winning Congress meant nothing; they may as well admit that they are scared of Obama and afraid to oppose him.<br /><br />I don't know if anyone in the gang of Repubs who have declared for president can beat Hillary. She is totally worthless but liberals will always be liberals and vote for whoever has the most giveaway programs. How else could a guy like Obama ever get two terms?<br /><br /> Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-78477174889106608822015-04-26T12:36:46.913-07:002015-04-26T12:36:46.913-07:00Jim, I'm with you on the Republican Party. I l...Jim, I'm with you on the Republican Party. I left the party almost 15 years ago and went Independent. I got tired of people like John McCain. Haven't voted for him in years. Now it seems Flake is going to be the same way. Mike Slaternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-51925887616398616162015-04-25T16:22:29.644-07:002015-04-25T16:22:29.644-07:00Mike,
If the voters haven't learned a lesson ...Mike,<br /><br />If the voters haven't learned a lesson from the failure of Obama that they go right out and vote for Hillary, it's their own fault for putting their collective heads in the sand about how this country fails under a Marxist leadership.<br /><br />Obamacare has been a proven loser but a lot of people are getting free stuff on our dime and I'm sure they don't want to risk losing that ticket on the gravy chain.<br /><br />However, the Republicans worry me too as they are proven wimps against Obama. The sweeping election win by them last November hasn't meant a thing. They rule the House and Senate yet they sit back and vote for anything Obama wants such as the aoman who is swucceeding Holder. She has said she will be just like Holder but the Reps just fall in line.<br /><br />It's frustrating. Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-933369811128493082015-04-25T15:41:37.694-07:002015-04-25T15:41:37.694-07:00Allen,
$12.50 is a bit steep. Be more specific ab...Allen,<br /><br />$12.50 is a bit steep. Be more specific about "through no fault of his own" because if a guy has a family that can't be supported on $12.50 he should have thought of that before he had a family. Either that or maybe his wife and/or kids can get some sort of work to pitch in a bit. <br /><br />It's not McDonald's problem if the guy is over extended through no fault of theirs.Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-27061734589566780322015-04-25T13:39:33.616-07:002015-04-25T13:39:33.616-07:00Jim, most of the jobs being created in Obama"...Jim, most of the jobs being created in Obama" economy are part time jobs because of Obama care. Small business doesn't what to hire people because of the cost for health insurance. <br /><br />Can't wait until Obummer is gone. Just hope to hell the dumb people in this country don't elect Hillary. Mike Slaternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-62971628634005825352015-04-24T14:02:23.702-07:002015-04-24T14:02:23.702-07:00I've had to work fast food before within the g...I've had to work fast food before within the guidelines of Social Security disability. We had a "Reasonable Accomodation" agreement under ADA rules. Heck, even writing for a living is about impossible anymore. Our neck of the woods is losing 5,000 jobs just as I predicted on azcentral.com years ago, and soon fast food and Walmart will be about it for jobs. Everyone else will wind up on disability. And my grand plan to create a music business failed. And after all the insults, family turning their backs on me, the house fire, and I'm done. I'm living in the barn and people gave zero dollars to help me. So why should I help anyone else? I'm disabled. I don't need to do anything because I've paid into this early retirement, even when I worked at McDonalds.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09268265056850010999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-7229362392845781852015-04-23T09:52:53.220-07:002015-04-23T09:52:53.220-07:00Yeah, I read yesterday that they are closing 350 s...Yeah, I read yesterday that they are closing 350 stores. Times sure change; they had it their own way for a lot of years and had a good product. I used to eat at one in Kansas City when I was in the Air Force. It was when they still had outside walk-up windows. Two burgers, fries, and a shake for 55 cents!Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-10053885918804127552015-04-23T09:52:18.880-07:002015-04-23T09:52:18.880-07:00From Rick:
Good news, Jim. I just read that McDona...From Rick:<br />Good news, Jim. I just read that McDonalds is in financial trouble and is closing hundreds of stores this year! So don't worry about those career choices now.Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-39027020731317763712015-04-23T09:51:33.889-07:002015-04-23T09:51:33.889-07:00From Rick:
I'm sure that in a huge populated...From Rick: <br /><br />I'm sure that in a huge populated area in Maricopa County Arizona that there should be plenty of high paying jobs that will pay the rent, utilities, car payment, insurance, buy food, etc. and without making fast food into a career choice. There's lots of good jobs in this economy!Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-29955671396877735332015-04-22T20:42:09.470-07:002015-04-22T20:42:09.470-07:00Jim,
I have to disagree with you to some extent o...Jim,<br /><br />I have to disagree with you to some extent on this matter.<br />One must keep in mind that there are multiple levels of workers in the McDonalds chain, and some through no fault of their own may never rise to a higher level like management.<br />Personally I think that a family of four, with the main breadwinner earning $12.50/ hr. (or $26,000 per year) can survive at a tolerable social level. He or she can pay the average $1000 a month rent. <br />Fifteen dollars and hour – no! It’s simply not necessary or in any way reasonable. But I see $12.50 per hour as a reasonable pay rate – considering the continuing cost of everything in today’s world.<br />Allen<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-7955309582720193982015-04-22T17:38:17.979-07:002015-04-22T17:38:17.979-07:00From: Dr. John, Scottsdale
Something to Think Ab...From: Dr. John, Scottsdale<br /><br />Something to Think About!<br /> <br />Low military pay was not mentioned in the State Of The Union speech.<br />However, increasing the minimum wage was for those fast food employees striking for $15 an hour. Let's do some math:<br />At $15 an hour Johnny Fry-Boy would make $31,200 annually.<br />An E1 (Private) in the military makes $18,378.<br />An E5 (Sergeant) with 8 years of service only makes $35,067 annually.<br />So you're telling me, LaTisha McBurgerflipper, that you deserve as much as those kids getting shot at, deploying for months in hostile environments, and putting their collective asses on the line every day protecting your unskilled butt!?<br />Here's the deal, Baconator, you are working in a job designed for a kid in high school who is learning how to work and earning enough for gas, and hanging out with their equally goofy high school pals. If you have chosen this as your life long profession, you have failed. If you don't want minimum wage, don't have minimum skills.<br /> <br /> If you can read this, thank a teacher. If it's in English, thank a Veteran.Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-47018087160487462952015-04-20T22:33:30.441-07:002015-04-20T22:33:30.441-07:00Steve,
Sounds like good old east Coast union BS.Steve,<br /><br />Sounds like good old east Coast union BS.Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-9614188428582370882015-04-20T22:32:53.899-07:002015-04-20T22:32:53.899-07:00Good points, Sonny. They are all impulsive and no...Good points, Sonny. They are all impulsive and not smart enough to figure out that result. The they will have something new to complain about. Endless cycle.<br />Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-7015360730281650202015-04-20T18:07:07.436-07:002015-04-20T18:07:07.436-07:00Oh and in New Jersey it's illegal to pump your...Oh and in New Jersey it's illegal to pump your own gas. <br /><br />Go figure. Jersey. SmdannheadAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05691128084631973718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-19478346827138370262015-04-20T14:57:37.556-07:002015-04-20T14:57:37.556-07:00Hi Jim!
What these protesters do not realize is t...Hi Jim!<br /><br />What these protesters do not realize is the fact that if they succeed in their demands and the $15 wage is dictated by law....that there will be a glut of very educated people applying for the jobs which do not require automation. A person fresh out of college is currently without many choices in getting an hourly pay of that rate...in addition....if the protesters get their $15 an hour.....they will also lose out by being in a higher tax bracket....either way....they shoot themselves in the foot!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-50309753484306740152015-04-20T08:04:40.354-07:002015-04-20T08:04:40.354-07:00CJ,
I think a lot of people have been turned off...CJ, <br /><br />I think a lot of people have been turned off with high pressure salesmen at car dealerships plus they probably feel that bypassing the dealer and his expensive physical plant and employees can save a lot of money. That may be true in a way but I would sure hate to have to take my new care to some shade tree mechanic to have service done. The guys at the dealership are trained to fix certain cars and its worth the expense.<br /><br />I've read about what Tesla wants and I can't blame them in a way. They can make a lot more money dealing direct rather than having to pay commissions to dealerships but in the long run I don't think it's a good deal for them. If a Tesla needs work in Phoenix, who will fix it?<br /><br />I know that when I buy a new car, I like having the security of the experts at a dealership working on it especially since new cars have good warranties and it doesn't cost any thing extra for repairs during the warranty's life. I deal with a guy at Chapman Hyundai and he has been a big help to me with any questions.<br />Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-8079465468955112122015-04-19T17:28:37.543-07:002015-04-19T17:28:37.543-07:00Here is a link to the survey I heard about, Jim, a...Here is a link to the survey I heard about, Jim, although I actually heard about it just the other day on KTAR: http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2014/05/14/survey-capgemini-car-buying/9091751/<br /><br />They also mentioned that certain restaurants are toying with the idea of going automated. Point is, not even the service industry that Bush proposed as our economic savior is safe ... Nobody is safe anymore. Even retirees are not safe anymore because the health care industry & insurance have their hopes pinned directly on the nest eggs of retirees. Then when that money is gone, it is all coming down. Mark my words.CJ Phoenixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13562277474950307853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-21641158892848315742015-04-19T13:48:26.343-07:002015-04-19T13:48:26.343-07:00Mike,
Once again I'll quote Pat Sajak: "...Mike,<br /><br />Once again I'll quote Pat Sajak: "When I was working for minimum wage, I wanted to better myself, not better minimum wage." <br /><br />Fortunately most people who are successful feel that way. The losers just bitch and moan and cry to the a-hole Obama to give them something for nothing.<br /><br />If Hillary wins, it will be more of the same. It's sad that she actually has a chance. Too many losers wanting something for nothing. Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-36809090685384378842015-04-19T13:42:09.107-07:002015-04-19T13:42:09.107-07:00CJ,
I think there is no question about it: The u...CJ,<br /><br />I think there is no question about it: The unions or some other organization are probably behind the protest.<br /><br />I heard recently that Tesla is trying to sell cars online or at least direct to customers to avoid what they call the extra expense of a dealership. I doubt if it will go anywhere but I never thought radio would disappear too! So, we shall see.<br /><br />The way things are going a lot more jobs will be disappearing; I don't know what those workers will do.<br /><br />You're right about healthcare. Barb and I pay $359 a month through AARP and some more to another account. I hope I never get to where I can't afford it. You're right about Obamacare; I hope we never have to deal with that.Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-67500618669319269472015-04-19T13:29:18.259-07:002015-04-19T13:29:18.259-07:00Steve,.
Great to hear from a fellow Air Force guy...Steve,.<br /><br />Great to hear from a fellow Air Force guy again. <br /><br />Good point about mechanization taking a lot of those jobs. Many years ago New York had the automats where a few workers would slide food into windows and people would insert coins to get it. No personal service at all. I can see that type of concept returning if these protesters get their way. Even McDonald's can't afford $15 an hr.<br /><br />As you say, traffic lights are a good example of how mechanization takes over. Gas station attendants are also a part of ancient Americana too. I never thought I would see women dressed up for work with dresses and high heels and pumping gas in the rain but there they are.<br /><br />Dylan was right: "The times they are a-changin' " and I think the union jerks and whoever else is influencing these idiot workers will see some backfire that they feel is unpleasant. Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-23772787311566849452015-04-19T13:28:55.843-07:002015-04-19T13:28:55.843-07:00Glo,
Once again we are in agreement. Absolutely ...Glo,<br /><br />Once again we are in agreement. Absolutely on the flat tax. Obama would cringe over that losing all that money the govt. has no business having. It's ridiculous that so many people have to pay more for the privilege of being successful. Why should they be penalized? It cost Romney dearly when Mother Jones got that tape with his comment about the 47% but he was right.<br /><br />To people like you and me $15/hr. sounds crazy and it is. Read my comment above to Dave and Dave's comment. He, I, and you all shared the same childhood earning philosophy of low pay and now they want $15?<br /><br />It sounds like you are becoming valuable after all. They keep letting you go then realize their mistake and call you back to save their asses again. Maybe you should make some demands since they always want you to bail them out! LOL<br />Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-5632709879764664452015-04-19T13:28:23.673-07:002015-04-19T13:28:23.673-07:00I agree, Allen. Our society has lost its pride wh...I agree, Allen. Our society has lost its pride when all people want is more money for doing the same thing. For whatever reason they feel entitled to more. What a joke that is; we grew up thinking that to get more one had to do more. Not so much like that today. The old time American worth ethic is disappearing.<br /><br />Pat Sajak says it best: "When I worked for minimum wage, I wanted to better myself, not better the minimum wage."<br />Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19126167.post-8153157600867429932015-04-19T13:27:50.954-07:002015-04-19T13:27:50.954-07:00Ed,
Yeah, one would think they should at least ha...Ed,<br /><br />Yeah, one would think they should at least have to know the language. The unions are probably behind all this nonsense but it will backfire. No one will pay $15 and hour minimum age. Obama even only asked for $10.10!Jim McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973524943250404193noreply@blogger.com