Author Archives: Alex Jason
Why Vacations Are Necessary When You’re Unemployed
I know, the title of this post sounds crazy: take a vacation while you're unemployed? Well, in my case, I had enough from free-lance earnings and needed a break from…
My never-ending job quest
I know, I know, I'm not the only person looking for a job - but sometimes it sure feels like it. After getting laid off in April, as part of…
Baldwin, Lieberman Push Federal Domestic Partner Benefits
Believe it or not, it's harder for same-sex couples to get health benefits from the Federal government than it is from Dow Chemical. Tammy Baldwin, the only out lesbian in…
Three Ways to Cut Health Care Spending
The Rand Corporation earlier this month put out a research study on the health care system in Massachusetts and ways the Bay state could cut overall costs. With the American…
Offense or Defense: How to Play the Current Market
Now I know this post will bore the hell out of some of you, but at this time of year it's important to take stock - no pun intended -…
Cash-for-Clunkers is Working, Give the Gov’t Credit
There has been a lot of discussion, and spin, going on about the Cash-for-Clunkers program. And it's unfortunate that the only "journalist" who can cut through all the is John…
Making Sure Your Job Skills Are 100%
If you're unemployed and looking for something to do, I've got just the thing for you: make sure you're the best at what you do. Now, this isn't a new…
Wedding Budgeting: Con’s and Pro’s for LGBT Folks
My partner and I are about ten months away from getting married, so the hardcore budgeting process is underway. I tend to be the hater of spreadsheets and anything formal…
Why the California Budget Crisis Affects Us All
The economic crisis at both the state and federal levels will shortly impact all Americans. But what has gone underreported is how the cuts to vital services, like HIV/AIDS programs,…
5 Ways To Get Your Security Deposit Back
It's summer in New York and it's that time of year when there are tons of moving vans, empty boxes and perfectly fine furniture taking up space on city streets.…