The concept of searching for love has inspired countless rock songs, becoming one of the most enduring and relatable themes in music. From yearning for a first love to seeking a new connection, or even simply longing for companionship, rock songwriters have explored the emotional landscape of love in all its forms. The search for love often speaks to a fundamental human need—the desire to avoid loneliness and find a meaningful connection with another person. Whether it’s the passionate quest for romance or the quiet hope of finding someone to share life with, love remains at the heart of many The post 10 Best Rock Songs About Looking For Love appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.

The greatest moral hazard in American life is politics. Many of you probably remember 2012 GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney being secretly recorded by a Democratic operative telling donors that “47% of the people who will vote for the president no matter what” because they are “dependent upon government … believe that they are victims … believe the government has a responsibility to care for them … these are people who pay no income tax.” Even I could have told you that accusing half the electorate of being a bunch of moochers was a bad idea. Coming from a fat cat like Romney, it reeked of snobbery. Also, Romney happened to be correct. And what he said then is even truer today. But in contemporary politics, asking citizens to pay for their own life is an act of self-immolation. In a recent Gallup poll, an amazing 9 in 10 young women support socialized medicine, paired with higher taxes on the wealthy. What is the risk in backing pricey utopian experiments when there’s no bill coming in the mail? Now, if we flattened federal taxes and compelled everyone to pay their “fair share,” or even one-tenth of their share, for that matter, 9 in 10 young women would be hoisting Gadsden flags on their lawns and sticking “taxation is theft” bumper stickers on their cars. That’s never going to happen, because the incentives of contemporary politics are dangerously distorted. The more the government spends, the less Americans expect to pay. The more dependency it creates, the less self-reliance it expects. The Wall Street Journal recently reported on a new study that found a mind-boggling spike in government dependency. In 1970, safety-net funding accounted for the significant income in fewer than 1% of all counties in the country. By 2000, 10% of counties were getting a significant share of their income from federal and state safety-net and social programs. Today? More than half of all U.S. counties drew at least a quarter of their income from government aid. While people on the Left like to grouse about “income inequality,” they never mention that every year, nearly $2 trillion, about the gross domestic product of a midsized European country, is transferred to low-income Americans through hundreds of programs, from Medicaid to food stamps to refundable tax credits. Right now, there are 42 million people on food stamps. It would be one thing if the state were lifting citizens from poverty, but it is creating a permanent underclass. We can only afford this immense transfer of wealth because, by every metric, we are the wealthiest people on earth—and it’s not particularly close. Low-income Americans live richer lives than the average citizens of virtually any nation. But how long can it persist if an ever-increasing bloc of voters are reliant on the efforts of their neighbors? What happens when this bloc becomes the most vital demographic in winning an election? Indeed, our tax base is shrinking. Progressives love to point to Scandinavian nations as exemplars of ethical governance. Well, everyone pays exorbitantly high taxes in those nations. In the United States, the top 5% of earners pay 66% of all our federal taxes. Our entire economy is predicated on the success of a sliver of people. The Left also gets irritated when you point this fact out, arguing that low-income citizens are still subjected to all kinds of local taxes. Indeed, they pay tons of invisible taxes. Sales taxes are just one. High corporate taxes are just another sales tax. As are tariffs. The inflation sparked by reckless spending is perhaps the most pernicious invisible tax of all. None of it comes close to paying for the massive debt spending the federal government takes on every year. You could bankrupt every plutocrat that Democrats contend is gorging on the ill-gotten gains of capitalism, and it would barely make a dent. Our debt, incidentally, is a massive generational tax. In 2023, the federal government spent $6.13 trillion, more than half on entitlement programs. Last year’s deficit of $1.7 trillion was more than the entire budget of the U.S. government in 1993. Ten years ago, the federal budget was $3.4 trillion. Does it feel like nearly doubling our “investment” in the federal government has paid off in more effective governance? There was once a political party that offered, at least, some performative objections to profligate spending and, on rare occasions, even slightly bent the doomsday trajectory. Today, the Republican Party doesn’t even pretend to want to cut spending. Our politics has devolved into an arms race of victimhood and class warfare. And it’s going to end in disaster. COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM We publish a variety of perspectives. Nothing written here is to be construed as representing the views of The Daily Signal. The post America’s Bipartisan Spending Suicide Pact appeared first on The Daily Signal.

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Tamale Pie has a cornbread base and layers of cheesy ground beef and your favorite taco toppings. An easy weeknight dinner recipe that everyone loves! A SIMPLE 40 MINUTE DINNER RECIPE I Tamale Pie doesn’t sound like a combination that you think would work, but it really does! It really brings that slightly sweet and savory flavor combination together and is truly an easy dinner to whip up. I love that it’s a dinner the whole family can enjoy without a lot of fuss. It’s an easy dinner that’s been around for ages and probably goes by a few different names. My family loves these types of meals and I am a huge fan of casseroles because they’re really a whole meal in one and you don’t have to serve it with any sides if you don’t want. But, if you want a side dish, I would say serve it with a nice little side salad (I give some more options below!) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:  Can I make this in an 8×8-inch baking dish? I actually don’t recommend using a smaller dish, you really need to use the 9×9-inch dish. An 8×8 would make this casserole overflow. Can I make this in a pie dish? It is called a “pie” so you could make it in a pie dish but it would need to be a 9-inch deep dish pie pan or even an oven safe skillet would work. What to serve with Tamale Pie? This tamale casserole is great as its own dish. I think it would be good with a side of black beans, refried beans, Mom’s Easy Spanish Rice, Enchilada Rice, chips and queso, or chips and Salsa! How do I store leftovers? Leftover Tamale Pie should be stored in an airtight container and can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. What’s the best way to reheat leftovers? Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) Jiffy cornbread mix– if you don’t have any Jiffy cornbread mix, you can make your own Homemade Cornbread or use another mix with the same amount. Martha White cornbread mixes are roughly the same in ounces and will work here. creamed corn – this adds a touch of sweetness and texture and I think really works with the overall flavors. However, if you don’t like creamed corn, don’t add it. sour cream – this does not make the cornbread sour, it is adding some moistness to the cornbread. large egg ground beef – this will work with ground turkey or chicken as well. small sweet onion – if you don’t have or don’t like onion, just leave it out. packet taco seasoning– you can make your own Homemade Taco Seasoning or grab a packet from the store. You can make it spicier too if you prefer by using a spicy taco seasoning. water shredded Colby jack cheese – you can use any cheese you enjoy. If you want a bit of spice, add some pepper jack cheese. dried parsley– optional, for garnish. I just like to add a bit of color but it is not necessary to the overall flavor. your favorite taco toppings– for serving. Any of these ideas would be great- sour cream, diced tomatoes, pico de gallo, guacamole, etc. HOW TO MAKE TAMALE PIE: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. In a large bowl, stir together the cornbread mix, creamed corn, sour cream, and egg until well combined with no dry patches. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth it out. Bake for 15-20 minutes until done and bounces back to the touch. While the cornbread is baking, make the meat mixture. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef with the diced onion. Break up the meat into crumbles and cook until there is no pink left, roughly 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease. Add the taco seasoning and water and stir to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until most of the liquid is cooked out. Once the cornbread is done, top with the meat mixture. Add the shredded cheese on top. Bake for an additional 10 minutes to melt the cheese. Add a sprinkling of dried parsley for garnish if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite taco toppings. CRAVING MORE RECIPES?  Cornbread Taco Bake Crock Pot Cornbread Dressing Cornbread Salad Southern Cornbread Dressing Mexican Cornbread Print Tamale Pie A comforting and filling casserole pie dinner recipe featuring a cornbread base with seasoned ground beef and taco toppings. Course Dinner, Main CourseCuisine American Prep Time 10 minutes minutesCook Time 30 minutes minutesTotal Time 40 minutes minutes Servings 6 Calories 658kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients8.5 ounce box Jiffy cornbread mix14.75 ounce can creamed corn½ cup sour cream1 large egg1 pound ground beef1 small sweet onion finely diced1 ounce packet taco seasoning¾ cup water2 cups shredded Colby jack cheesedried parsley for garnish (optional)your favorite taco toppings for serving (sour cream, diced tomatoes, pico de gallo, guacamole, etc.) InstructionsPreheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.In a large bowl, stir together the cornbread mix, creamed corn, sour cream, and egg until well combined with no dry patches. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth it out. Bake for 15-20 minutes until done and bounces back to the touch. While the cornbread is baking, make the meat mixture. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef with the diced onion. Break up the meat into crumbles and cook until there is no pink left, 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease. Add the taco seasoning and water and stir to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until most of the liquid is cooked out. Once the cornbread is done, top with the meat mixture. Add the shredded cheese on top. Bake for an additional 10 minutes to melt the cheese. Add a sprinkling of dried parsley for garnish if desired.Serve immediately with your favorite taco toppings. Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. NutritionCalories: 658kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 39g | Sodium: 1230mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g

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