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GM Volt could get $7,500 tax credit

Friday, October 3rd, 2008 Posted in Energy, PHEV, Politics, Solar | Comments

The financial rescue bill (aka the bailout) contains substantial tax credits for plug-in hybrid vehicles sold after 2008. This could mean about $7,500 dollars for a GM Volt, based on the size of its battery. Here are some links: Green Car Congress ...

Twitter: The ultimate presidential debate watch party

Sunday, September 21st, 2008 Posted in Politics | Comments

I know that many people will be gathering at watch parties this Friday, but I plan to watch it at home with Twitter. The 140 character format seems to be just right for getting a river of concise, first-blush commentary. ...

Obama: No Blank Check

Sunday, September 21st, 2008 Posted in Politics | Comments

I'm glad to see that Obama is saying No Blank Check!: "If we grant the Treasury broad authority to address the immediate crisis, we must insist on independent accountability and oversight. Given the breach of trust we have seen and the ...