There is so much video on YouTube where he demonstrates his ignorance and culpability in the financial crisis:
And make sure to watch this video. Every time Obama blames Bush for the economy, he should blame the Dems in Congress, specifically Barney Frank and others that repudiated GOP efforts to regulate Fannie and Freddie:
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Wahoo - Barney Frank To Leave Congress!
This is FANTASTIC news. Barney Frank is one of the primary individuals responsible for our current economic situation and should be held accountable (though he never will be). Finally, he is leaving Congress after this term!
Check out this classic as O'Reilly confronts him for his responsibility in the mortgage crisis:
Check out this classic as O'Reilly confronts him for his responsibility in the mortgage crisis:
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Giving Thanks For Freedoms
Gratitude or showing appreciation is an important part of this life...recognizing that there is a Higher Power from which all is given and saying "thank you" for the bounteous gifts. He gives us our freedoms, our life, each breath that is taken.
Recently I have been thinking about what it means to be a woman in America today. Being born a woman in another country or another time could mean being part of a second class, unable to buy or own land, vote, or have a voice. It could mean being a slave, a servant, or considered less than. I live in a world where I have rights, a voice, a career, education, and endless opportunities. If I had children, they would not be torn away from me and sold or killed. While there is much violence and confusion in the world today, I have much to be grateful for. And where much is given, much is required.
"It was we, the people; not we, the white male citizens; nor yet we, the male citizens; but we, the whole people, who formed the Union.... Men, their rights and nothing more; women, their rights and nothing less." ~Susan B. Anthony
Recently I have been thinking about what it means to be a woman in America today. Being born a woman in another country or another time could mean being part of a second class, unable to buy or own land, vote, or have a voice. It could mean being a slave, a servant, or considered less than. I live in a world where I have rights, a voice, a career, education, and endless opportunities. If I had children, they would not be torn away from me and sold or killed. While there is much violence and confusion in the world today, I have much to be grateful for. And where much is given, much is required.
"It was we, the people; not we, the white male citizens; nor yet we, the male citizens; but we, the whole people, who formed the Union.... Men, their rights and nothing more; women, their rights and nothing less." ~Susan B. Anthony
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
CNN Republican National Security Debate Recap
Great debate tonight and probably one of the more substantive ones. We didn't have any immature exchanges between the candidates, though they did disagree in a few different areas. They just chose to act more like grown-ups this time.
Here's a quick review of each candidate:
Mitt Romney - He looked sharp and was pretty substantive. He, as usual, only helped himself in this debate. He didn't seem to get a lot of time, but when it was his turn, he had good answers.
Newt Gingrich - He had some fantastic answers and again showed that he really knows the material. He actually complimented a question by Wolf Blitzer, which was a first for him. The issue of immigration, though, may come back to bite him. He said that we should not deport people who have been in the country for a long time and have roots. It is a more humane answer on illegal immigration, but will upset some conservatives.
Herman Cain - Unfortunately, this was not his strong area. He answered many questions with the premise that he would rely on experts or do a benefits analysis before making a decision. He did not help prove that he has depth in foreign policy.
Michele Bachmann - She had a great night. She got in some very strong answers. Rush Limbaugh said today that it is time for her campaign to have a come-back. If that is true, this debate only helped.
Rick Santorum - He had some strong answers, but he is good in almost every debate, it just doesn't seem to help his campaign.
Rick Perry - He had a strong debate. Had he been this good in all of the debates he would be the front runner. It really is disappointing that he couldn't be this strong from the beginning.
Jon Huntsman - He got in more time than he usually does and probably is proud of them. I always find him very condescending. Also, he mentioned in almost every answer that he used to live in China. But for the 1% who support him, they probably think that he had a good night.
Ron Paul - This really was a night for him to show his differences from other candidates. He claimed that we need to end the war on drugs, pull out of Afghanistan, end all foreign aid. He got some heat from some of the other candidates. For those that were on the fence about him, tonight was a night to make a choice. Either you are an isolationist or you aren't. With Ron Paul, there is no in-between.
Heritage Foundation and American Enterprise Institute - They deserve a lot of credit for keeping this debate substantive. The questions were fantastic, specific and thoughtful. Great job.
CNN and Wolf Blitzer - Kudos for partnering with great organizations to produce a great debate.
Here's a quick review of each candidate:
Mitt Romney - He looked sharp and was pretty substantive. He, as usual, only helped himself in this debate. He didn't seem to get a lot of time, but when it was his turn, he had good answers.
Newt Gingrich - He had some fantastic answers and again showed that he really knows the material. He actually complimented a question by Wolf Blitzer, which was a first for him. The issue of immigration, though, may come back to bite him. He said that we should not deport people who have been in the country for a long time and have roots. It is a more humane answer on illegal immigration, but will upset some conservatives.
Herman Cain - Unfortunately, this was not his strong area. He answered many questions with the premise that he would rely on experts or do a benefits analysis before making a decision. He did not help prove that he has depth in foreign policy.
Michele Bachmann - She had a great night. She got in some very strong answers. Rush Limbaugh said today that it is time for her campaign to have a come-back. If that is true, this debate only helped.
Rick Santorum - He had some strong answers, but he is good in almost every debate, it just doesn't seem to help his campaign.
Rick Perry - He had a strong debate. Had he been this good in all of the debates he would be the front runner. It really is disappointing that he couldn't be this strong from the beginning.
Jon Huntsman - He got in more time than he usually does and probably is proud of them. I always find him very condescending. Also, he mentioned in almost every answer that he used to live in China. But for the 1% who support him, they probably think that he had a good night.
Ron Paul - This really was a night for him to show his differences from other candidates. He claimed that we need to end the war on drugs, pull out of Afghanistan, end all foreign aid. He got some heat from some of the other candidates. For those that were on the fence about him, tonight was a night to make a choice. Either you are an isolationist or you aren't. With Ron Paul, there is no in-between.
Heritage Foundation and American Enterprise Institute - They deserve a lot of credit for keeping this debate substantive. The questions were fantastic, specific and thoughtful. Great job.
CNN and Wolf Blitzer - Kudos for partnering with great organizations to produce a great debate.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Newt Answers All Attacks
This is a brilliant move by Newt Gingrich. He has produced a page on his site which answers bluntly each and every attack that has ever has been launched against him. He decided to take on the criticism head on and I think that if he ends up winning the nomination, this may end up being one of the reasons why. I think being able to look at your long political history and speak candidly of the mistakes you've made and where you stand now is something that people will respect.
Newt also took the opportunity to address some of the specific accusations that have been made about his personal life, including his prior marriages.
I would like to see Mitt Romney do the same thing.
Check it out here: http://www.newt.org/answers
Newt also took the opportunity to address some of the specific accusations that have been made about his personal life, including his prior marriages.
I would like to see Mitt Romney do the same thing.
Check it out here: http://www.newt.org/answers
Friday, November 18, 2011
An Open Letter To The Occupy Wall Street Protesters
Dear Protesters,
I have been watching you for a while. I have traveled and met with you. Spoken with you. Asked you questions in an effort to understand what is causing your anger. At first, I thought I understood. I thought you were people who were frustrated with the government and wanted an opportunity to vent your frustration. The regular means (writing letter to your congress person, letters to the editor, voting, etc.) either wasn't working or wasn't attempted and you felt this was a more appropriate method. You wanted to get noticed, to take a stand, and to gather with those who were like you. While I don't agree with this method, per se, I felt I could understand the feelings of powerlessness associated with the decision to occupy random streets.
But then a turn started to take place. There started to be reports, a few at first and then more steady, of inappropriate behavior. Drug use, assault, rape, and even death. Violence against property and people. Against police officers who have dedicated themselves to public safety, whom you would refer to as the 99%. And rather than being a group to discuss ideals and attract attention, you turned into a mob. A giant ball of bullies who threatened and attempt to put fear into others.
There are some of you who probably want things like they were in the beginning. Unfortunately, the violent side of the protesters has taken over. Remember how I warned you that often times, people act more liberally and make more extreme decisions when in a group instead of individually. And that is what has happened here.
I hear arguments from you that you are fighting for me and my rights so let me take this opportunity to clarify a few things. You are not the 99%. You are a small percent of people who are picking on the rest of America with your defecation of property and violent behaviors. You are bringing out the worst in yourselves. You have gained support from communist and Nazi parties...doesn't that tell you how far you have strayed?? You do not represent me.
Please stop now. Go home. Get a job. Write your congress person. Grow a garden. Hug a loved one. I am not asking you to stick your head in the sand but reminding you that most of you claim to be against war. Why are you waging one in our cities? With our police officers? Going after the children? Take action that means something. Register to vote and do it. Or move to Canada. Either way, stop bullying our country.
Sincerely,
The Rest of America
Occupy Wall Street Protesting = Terrorist Actions
Terrorist is defined as "1. a person, usually a member of a group, who uses or advocates terrorism. 2. a person who terrorizes or frightens others." So check the definition of terrorism "the use of violence and threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes," "the state of fear and submission produced by terrorism...," and "a terroristic method of governing or of resisting a government."
Now look at Occupy Wall Street headlines over the past 24 hours:
"OWS Protesters Chant 'Follow Those Kids!" As Small Children Try To Go To School On Wall Street"
"Tiny tots, some as young as 4, overwhelmed by hostility, crush of humanity"
"Two Cops Injured During 'Occupy' Protests"
"OWS Protesters Cause Mayhem Across The City, 275 Arrested"
This does not include the clips of a OWS protester threatening violence, specifically, to bomb Macy's with Molotov cocktails. (WARNING: Contains graphic language)
These people are acting violently and should be disbanded, imprisoned, and fined. I believe in free speech. This is not an enactment of the first amendment rights. This is bullying of the American people and it needs to stop.
Now look at Occupy Wall Street headlines over the past 24 hours:
"OWS Protesters Chant 'Follow Those Kids!" As Small Children Try To Go To School On Wall Street"
"Tiny tots, some as young as 4, overwhelmed by hostility, crush of humanity"
"Two Cops Injured During 'Occupy' Protests"
"OWS Protesters Cause Mayhem Across The City, 275 Arrested"
This does not include the clips of a OWS protester threatening violence, specifically, to bomb Macy's with Molotov cocktails. (WARNING: Contains graphic language)
These people are acting violently and should be disbanded, imprisoned, and fined. I believe in free speech. This is not an enactment of the first amendment rights. This is bullying of the American people and it needs to stop.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
When A Border Fence Isn't Enough
17 tons of marijuana was found in a tunnel between the US and Mexico. These are the stories I think of when I hear politicians say they believe the solution to illegal immigration is a fence. How will the tunnels be impacted by this fence? How will "boots on the ground" be safe in these circumstances? I would like to hear the GOP candidates speak to this in future debates.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
CBS News/National Journal 2012 GOP Presidential Debate
CBS News/National Journal Debate Summary
Thumbs Up
- Newt...what can I say. He clearly won this debate. He knows more about foreign policy than most others could ever hope and did a good job of articulating his stance.
- Perry came out swinging. He looked good and confident, laughed at his mistakes in the last debate, and while he didn't always answer the question asked, he had an amazing comeback. It was his best debate yet.
- Santorum seemed more mature and refined than in the past and showed real strength in his answers.
- Romney remained strong. Did a great job of listing non-essential agencies where funding could be cut (public television, foundation for the arts).
Thumbs Down
- Moderators were incredibly annoying by cutting off candidates, limiting answers, and arguing with candidates. They did not manage time well. I appreciated that they redirected the crowd when booing began, however. Booing at candidates is not appropriate.
- BIG THUMBS DOWN to CBS for only showing 2/3rds of the debate, then asking people to go online where the website kept stalling and crashing.
Other comments:
- Paul maintained his stance and his supporters were vocal as usual. No big surprises on his answers.
- Cain. Foreign policy is not his strong suit and it showed. He used the idea of asking those more informed too many times. While it's smart to rely on others who know more, he didn't showcase much knowledge.
- Bachmann searched for a voice and kept pushing ineffectively. Gingrich and Romney pushed effectively. The contrast was noted.
- Huntsman. His people have been touting his foreign policy experience and this is where he should have separated himself from the pack. But he didn't. It's time to drop out.
Thumbs Up
- Newt...what can I say. He clearly won this debate. He knows more about foreign policy than most others could ever hope and did a good job of articulating his stance.
- Perry came out swinging. He looked good and confident, laughed at his mistakes in the last debate, and while he didn't always answer the question asked, he had an amazing comeback. It was his best debate yet.
- Santorum seemed more mature and refined than in the past and showed real strength in his answers.
- Romney remained strong. Did a great job of listing non-essential agencies where funding could be cut (public television, foundation for the arts).
Thumbs Down
- Moderators were incredibly annoying by cutting off candidates, limiting answers, and arguing with candidates. They did not manage time well. I appreciated that they redirected the crowd when booing began, however. Booing at candidates is not appropriate.
- BIG THUMBS DOWN to CBS for only showing 2/3rds of the debate, then asking people to go online where the website kept stalling and crashing.
Other comments:
- Paul maintained his stance and his supporters were vocal as usual. No big surprises on his answers.
- Cain. Foreign policy is not his strong suit and it showed. He used the idea of asking those more informed too many times. While it's smart to rely on others who know more, he didn't showcase much knowledge.
- Bachmann searched for a voice and kept pushing ineffectively. Gingrich and Romney pushed effectively. The contrast was noted.
- Huntsman. His people have been touting his foreign policy experience and this is where he should have separated himself from the pack. But he didn't. It's time to drop out.
Letter To The Occupiers - Time To Quit
From WashingtonExaminer.com:
Dear Occupiers:
You've had your fun. You've suffered some pain. Some of you have even braved the cold. But you have also lost the rationale for what you're doing. Your protest is adrift.
You see, if your sleepover was ever about banks and corporations and economic injustice, it isn't anymore. It is now all about you. It's about your infighting over how much of the proceeds of your begging passers-by your movement's finance committee lets you keep.
It's about whether it's appropriate to clash with police and rescue workers when they show up to help after someone dies from a drug overdose. It's about how many people in the encampments are learning about sexual assault awareness the hard way.
It's time for you to go home and ... well, do whatever you were doing before this all began.
Your protest has not been a failure. It has successfully raised societal awareness. Society is now aware that some people steal from food carts and vandalize them with their bodily fluids.
Society is grateful that the black-clad anarchists among you in Oakland, Calif., liberated us all from the tyranny of Whole Foods with spray-paint and brickbats through windows.
Closer to home, here in D.C., you have taught me that old ladies don't belong at conservative political gatherings. (And I must say, you certainly showed them!)
Your movement has also raised interesting political questions about corporate greed that we will all have to grapple with. For example, the financial sector made $427 billion in profits last year -- that's billion with a "B." That's a lot of money.
A friend pointed out to me on Twitter that in 2010, that would have been enough money to keep our federal government running for 45 days and two hours. Which means. ... Wait, what?
Anyway, your movement also spawned the ingenious "I'm Getting Arrested" app. It allows Droid users to send pre-set text messages to the people of their choosing with a single touch of the screen.
From now on, I will load this app every time I start throwing bottles and rocks at police officers, so that I can easily notify my wife of my subsequent arrest without having to fumble with a virtual keypad.
And finally, you've taught us one other lesson: You don't need a diverse crowd to conduct a popular demonstration against economic injustice. Black unemployment stands above 15 percent, yet a study of Occupy Wall Street, your flagship protest, showed that 1.6 percent of the participants are black.
I will admit that I am sometimes irked by your behavior toward the news media. For example, that hobbyist photographer you beat up in Zuccotti Park this week -- there are much better ways to harm a person without leaving all that tell-tale blood on his face.
But that's still not the reason you should leave. You should leave because you're starting to give a bad name to anarcho-collectivism, drug use, and public urination, which would ultimately undermine your cause.
As Sen. George Aiken, R-Vt., once said of Vietnam, it is time to declare victory, and withdraw.
Dear Occupiers:
You've had your fun. You've suffered some pain. Some of you have even braved the cold. But you have also lost the rationale for what you're doing. Your protest is adrift.
You see, if your sleepover was ever about banks and corporations and economic injustice, it isn't anymore. It is now all about you. It's about your infighting over how much of the proceeds of your begging passers-by your movement's finance committee lets you keep.
It's about whether it's appropriate to clash with police and rescue workers when they show up to help after someone dies from a drug overdose. It's about how many people in the encampments are learning about sexual assault awareness the hard way.
It's time for you to go home and ... well, do whatever you were doing before this all began.
Your protest has not been a failure. It has successfully raised societal awareness. Society is now aware that some people steal from food carts and vandalize them with their bodily fluids.
Society is grateful that the black-clad anarchists among you in Oakland, Calif., liberated us all from the tyranny of Whole Foods with spray-paint and brickbats through windows.
Closer to home, here in D.C., you have taught me that old ladies don't belong at conservative political gatherings. (And I must say, you certainly showed them!)
Your movement has also raised interesting political questions about corporate greed that we will all have to grapple with. For example, the financial sector made $427 billion in profits last year -- that's billion with a "B." That's a lot of money.
A friend pointed out to me on Twitter that in 2010, that would have been enough money to keep our federal government running for 45 days and two hours. Which means. ... Wait, what?
Anyway, your movement also spawned the ingenious "I'm Getting Arrested" app. It allows Droid users to send pre-set text messages to the people of their choosing with a single touch of the screen.
From now on, I will load this app every time I start throwing bottles and rocks at police officers, so that I can easily notify my wife of my subsequent arrest without having to fumble with a virtual keypad.
And finally, you've taught us one other lesson: You don't need a diverse crowd to conduct a popular demonstration against economic injustice. Black unemployment stands above 15 percent, yet a study of Occupy Wall Street, your flagship protest, showed that 1.6 percent of the participants are black.
I will admit that I am sometimes irked by your behavior toward the news media. For example, that hobbyist photographer you beat up in Zuccotti Park this week -- there are much better ways to harm a person without leaving all that tell-tale blood on his face.
But that's still not the reason you should leave. You should leave because you're starting to give a bad name to anarcho-collectivism, drug use, and public urination, which would ultimately undermine your cause.
As Sen. George Aiken, R-Vt., once said of Vietnam, it is time to declare victory, and withdraw.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Thank You Veterans!!
Thank you to all the men and women who have served this great country! Thank you to family members who have sacrificed and given much. This land and our freedom is worth defending. Thank you!
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Christmas Tree Tax
So to clarify, there is now a tax on Christmas trees to "strengthen the Christmas tree industry’s position in the marketplace."
Has the Christmas tree industry been threatened? Are people putting presents beneath a Christmas elf or Christmas rock? So to clarify, when Americans have been taxed and beaten down to a poor economy, now even their Christmas tree receives and extra tax. How does it feel to be kicked while you are down?
Acting Administrator Shipman had the temerity to say the 15-cent mandatory Christmas tree fee “is not a tax nor does it yield revenue for the Federal government” (76 CFR 69102). The Federal government mandates that the Christmas tree sellers pay the 15-cents per tree, whether they want to or not. The Federal government directs that the revenue generated by the 15-cent fee goes to the Board appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out the Christmas tree program established by the Secretary of Agriculture. Mr. President, that’s a new 15-cent tax to pay for a Federal program to improve the image and marketing of Christmas trees.
Gratefully, the White House has responded to the outrage and is postponing the tax. Hopefully postponing means until we have a new president in the White House. Go Heritage and Drudge for increasing awareness and getting this thing delayed!!
Has the Christmas tree industry been threatened? Are people putting presents beneath a Christmas elf or Christmas rock? So to clarify, when Americans have been taxed and beaten down to a poor economy, now even their Christmas tree receives and extra tax. How does it feel to be kicked while you are down?
Acting Administrator Shipman had the temerity to say the 15-cent mandatory Christmas tree fee “is not a tax nor does it yield revenue for the Federal government” (76 CFR 69102). The Federal government mandates that the Christmas tree sellers pay the 15-cents per tree, whether they want to or not. The Federal government directs that the revenue generated by the 15-cent fee goes to the Board appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out the Christmas tree program established by the Secretary of Agriculture. Mr. President, that’s a new 15-cent tax to pay for a Federal program to improve the image and marketing of Christmas trees.
Gratefully, the White House has responded to the outrage and is postponing the tax. Hopefully postponing means until we have a new president in the White House. Go Heritage and Drudge for increasing awareness and getting this thing delayed!!
Obama's Gaffes and Lies
In the wake of Rick Perry's excruciatingly painful moment in tonight's debate, I thought we could take a walk down memory lane and review some of Obama's gaffes.
Good video - make sure you watch around minute 5.
This is a long video but an interesting one. I don't think it's appropriate to make fun of someone for their speech pattern but the content of this video is worth watching. It was also a reminder of the lunacy of the American people during the campaign. Obama was compared to God, Abraham Lincoln, and said to have the most brilliant mind. How did these people say these things with a straight face??? To say it about anyone is ridiculous.
7 Lies in 2 Minutes - So I know this video isn't about gaffes but I couldn't help but to include it. Where has the president lived up to these??
I wasn't going to put quotes, but I couldn't help it:
When justifying governmental-run healthcare, "UPS and FedEx are doing just fine, right? It's the post office that's always having problems."
Good video - make sure you watch around minute 5.
This is a long video but an interesting one. I don't think it's appropriate to make fun of someone for their speech pattern but the content of this video is worth watching. It was also a reminder of the lunacy of the American people during the campaign. Obama was compared to God, Abraham Lincoln, and said to have the most brilliant mind. How did these people say these things with a straight face??? To say it about anyone is ridiculous.
7 Lies in 2 Minutes - So I know this video isn't about gaffes but I couldn't help but to include it. Where has the president lived up to these??
I wasn't going to put quotes, but I couldn't help it:
When justifying governmental-run healthcare, "UPS and FedEx are doing just fine, right? It's the post office that's always having problems."
Governor Perry Commits Major Gaffe At GOP Debate
Here's my post from Examiner.com:
Governor Perry will make every headline for the next 24 hours for his gaffe tonight. For any who missed it, in tonight’s debate in Michigan, Perry was naming the agencies that he would eliminate if elected President. He said there were three in total, but then could not remember the third one. “Commerce, Education…” The third one didn’t come until several minutes later in an answer to a different question. See a video of it here. The several seconds while Perry was searching for the answer and rummaging through his notes seemed much, much longer and gave late-night talk shows hosts and liberal media elites material to last for ages.
Governor Perry will make every headline for the next 24 hours for his gaffe tonight. For any who missed it, in tonight’s debate in Michigan, Perry was naming the agencies that he would eliminate if elected President. He said there were three in total, but then could not remember the third one. “Commerce, Education…” The third one didn’t come until several minutes later in an answer to a different question. See a video of it here. The several seconds while Perry was searching for the answer and rummaging through his notes seemed much, much longer and gave late-night talk shows hosts and liberal media elites material to last for ages.
Certainly, this moment in the debate will be frozen in time
and analyzed from every possible angle. Unfortunately
for Perry, there will also be pundits who claim that this is the end of any
legitimate chance Perry had. Even before
the debate, Perry had slipped significantly in the polls over the past several
weeks, primarily due to poor performances in prior debates.
For Perry supporters, now is the time to mention that
President Obama once said there were 57 states.
Also, as Perry tweeted after the debate, “Really
glad I wore my boots 2nite because I stepped in it out there. I did still name
2 agencies to eliminate. Obama has never done that!” And, he is correct; Obama has never offered
an economic plan that is nearly as bold as Perry’s.
Greta
Van Susteren on Fox News quickly posted on her blog that “being President is
not a quiz show – look to the substantive issues (not the gaffes).” She further wrote: “There may be lots of reasons why
you would not vote for Governor Perry – but I hope it isn’t this one slip up
that is the determining factor. If you judge him solely on a slip up like
this, you make this important race a quiz show.”
And, she is
correct. This next few days will be
difficult for Perry, and the best thing he can do is focus on substance. That is also good advice for the rest of us.
Monday, November 7, 2011
The Communist Manifesto and the U.S.
I was reminded today of the importance of studying and understanding the Communist Manifesto by my friend Trestin who writes over at http://www.donttreadonus.info/ and who regularly reminds us of the scary trend we have taken in the United States to accomplish its precepts. If we believe in a free society, we need to understand the premise of those who don't.
If you haven't read it, here is a link where you can get it in its entirety: http://www.marxists.org/archive/marx/works/1848/communist-manifesto/
What is chilling is the list of 10 demands made in the Manifesto. Consider how many of these have been implemented (either wholly or partially) in the United States, the greatest country in the history of the world:
If you haven't read it, here is a link where you can get it in its entirety: http://www.marxists.org/archive/marx/works/1848/communist-manifesto/
What is chilling is the list of 10 demands made in the Manifesto. Consider how many of these have been implemented (either wholly or partially) in the United States, the greatest country in the history of the world:
1. Abolition of property in land and application of all rents of land to public purposes.
2. A heavy progressive or graduated income tax.
3. Abolition of all rights of inheritance.
4. Confiscation of the property of all emigrants and rebels.
5. Centralisation of credit in the hands of the state, by means of a national bank with State capital and an exclusive monopoly.
6. Centralisation of the means of communication and transport in the hands of the State.
7. Extension of factories and instruments of production owned by the State; the bringing into cultivation of waste-lands, and the improvement of the soil generally in accordance with a common plan.
8. Equal liability of all to work. Establishment of industrial armies, especially for agriculture.
9. Combination of agriculture with manufacturing industries; gradual abolition of all the distinction between town and country by a more equable distribution of the populace over the country.
10. Free education for all children in public schools. Abolition of children’s factory labour in its present form. Combination of education with industrial production.
2. A heavy progressive or graduated income tax.
3. Abolition of all rights of inheritance.
4. Confiscation of the property of all emigrants and rebels.
5. Centralisation of credit in the hands of the state, by means of a national bank with State capital and an exclusive monopoly.
6. Centralisation of the means of communication and transport in the hands of the State.
7. Extension of factories and instruments of production owned by the State; the bringing into cultivation of waste-lands, and the improvement of the soil generally in accordance with a common plan.
8. Equal liability of all to work. Establishment of industrial armies, especially for agriculture.
9. Combination of agriculture with manufacturing industries; gradual abolition of all the distinction between town and country by a more equable distribution of the populace over the country.
10. Free education for all children in public schools. Abolition of children’s factory labour in its present form. Combination of education with industrial production.
This is one reason why I have stated in previous posts that this election is not just about finding a President whose premise is that he can manage our finances better. This country needs someone who understands that the issues we are faced with are at their core a complete trampling of freedoms. Heavy taxation, big government, nationalized health care, etc - all represent further bondage of the America people. Remember Ronald Reagan said, "As government expands, liberty contracts." If we think that this is just about the economy, we are missing the point.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Be Prepared For Disasters
One more reminder that it is important to be prepared. It's events like this earthquake that remind me the importance of food and water storage. I am not saying the world is ending today but with a poor economy, job loss, floods, fires, ice storms, droughts, etc., it makes sense to have at least a week's supply (better yet 3 months or a year). Below are some great links on the importance of food storage as well as articles on how to get things started.
"Build a small supply of food that is part of your normal, daily diet. One way to do this is to purchase a few extra items each week to build a one-week supply of food. Then you can gradually increase your supply until it is sufficient for three months. These items should be rotated regularly to avoid spoilage. providentliving.org"
http://www.shelfreliance.com/foodstorage
http://www.markdown.com/ (I saw this link on Glenn Beck's facebook page and can't vouch for it but I am sure interested.)
"Build a small supply of food that is part of your normal, daily diet. One way to do this is to purchase a few extra items each week to build a one-week supply of food. Then you can gradually increase your supply until it is sufficient for three months. These items should be rotated regularly to avoid spoilage. providentliving.org"
http://www.shelfreliance.com/foodstorage
http://www.markdown.com/ (I saw this link on Glenn Beck's facebook page and can't vouch for it but I am sure interested.)
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Gingrich/Cain Debate
There were a few themes that came from the supposed Lincoln-Douglas debate that took place tonight:
- Gingrich is the leading intellectual in the pack.
- Cain had passion but seemed more obvious in his statements.
- Both men were respectful and seemed to be introducing a new form of debate where you have friendly conversations and disagreements but with utmost respect and congeniality.
All in all, it was much more thorough of a debate than we've seen before and I hope this method takes off. The other debates do not give much opportunity to go in-depth and the candidates seem to repeat the same theme:
Gingrich - Media, stop trying to get us to attach each other.
Romney - It was NOT Obamacare!
Santorum - Hey, look at me! I have something to say! Focus on family!
Bachmann - Perry, you dirty gardasil supporter.
Perry - Man, debates make me uncomfortable and we need boots on the ground.
Cain - 999
Paul - end the fed! Vote for me!
Huntsman - (no conservative really cares what he has to say)
Tonight's debate gave us much more from Gingrich and Cain and allowed us to watch them discuss ideals. Much better for vetting the next POTUS.
Winner: Gingrich - he is smart, articulate, knows everything, and has strong ideas that he has put into practice.
Second Place Winner: Cain. There are no losers in this debate. Cain came off as classy and dignified.
- Gingrich is the leading intellectual in the pack.
- Cain had passion but seemed more obvious in his statements.
- Both men were respectful and seemed to be introducing a new form of debate where you have friendly conversations and disagreements but with utmost respect and congeniality.
All in all, it was much more thorough of a debate than we've seen before and I hope this method takes off. The other debates do not give much opportunity to go in-depth and the candidates seem to repeat the same theme:
Gingrich - Media, stop trying to get us to attach each other.
Romney - It was NOT Obamacare!
Santorum - Hey, look at me! I have something to say! Focus on family!
Bachmann - Perry, you dirty gardasil supporter.
Perry - Man, debates make me uncomfortable and we need boots on the ground.
Cain - 999
Paul - end the fed! Vote for me!
Huntsman - (no conservative really cares what he has to say)
Tonight's debate gave us much more from Gingrich and Cain and allowed us to watch them discuss ideals. Much better for vetting the next POTUS.
Winner: Gingrich - he is smart, articulate, knows everything, and has strong ideas that he has put into practice.
Second Place Winner: Cain. There are no losers in this debate. Cain came off as classy and dignified.
Collin Raye Fights For Medical Freedom
In a touching article posted on Fox News, country singer Collin Raye writes about the importance of fighting for medical freedom. It appeared to be written in response to "the announcement this week that many states are planning to limit inpatient hospital overnights to those covered by Medicare." This article is well worth the read with clips found below:
**The bolding and italicizing of statements was done by this author.
Trying to put a limit on illness is like trying to put a 24-hour limit on a sinus infection or a cold sore - it’s impossible. Every illness is unique. Every individual case deserves the care that measures its success on how well the patient is being cared for, not how quickly they can be sent home or denied access to the medical help that they need for as long as they need it. If we, individually or collectively, surrender this core belief to the bureaucrats of the Obama administration, it will only be a matter of time before the “death panels” of every hospital will be usurping our rights to medically provide for our loved ones.
It is already happening. But it is not too late to stop it.
The men and women of my generation should be able to trust that they will get the care that they gave to us over the years. Standing up to stop rationed health care for those who are the most vulnerable - the elderly, infirmed and disabled adults and children - demands that we expose the lie that euthanasia can no longer be packaged as “compassion.”
Every life is precious and has a right to live and be valued. No individual, hospital board, government agency or court has the right to interfere with and decide who lives and who dies.
Our loudest voice can be heard in our vote. It’s time to change out the "change" we were told we could believe in.Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2011/11/05/after-daughters-medical-ordeal-call-to-fight-health-care-rationing/#ixzz1cqhjzePf
**The bolding and italicizing of statements was done by this author.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Operation Fox Hunt: "Anonymous" To Attack Fox News
I've felt ill this week so have been out of things, but then saw this video and it brought me back. This made my blood run cold. Who do these people think they are? These people should be invstigated and arrested.
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