Without any shoes.....

A Little Something about your food

2011-07-04T08:01:00.001-04:00

Scientists propose growing fake meat in labs to cut 'emissions'

Fresh meat versus processed meat: Here's why it matters

Does your car run well if you put crappy gas in it? Same goes for food. You can't expect to be healthy if you put crappy gas in your tank.

When the USD is gone......

2011-04-14T21:54:00.004-04:00

How many people out there know what will happen when the US dollar is no longer the world reserve currency? How about BRICS? You heard of it?

Exactly!

Most of society is too worried about what is happening on Dancing with the Stars and American Idol etc. If the US dollar becomes second to another currency, you can kiss that 60" LCD flat screen good bye. With a little bit of research, you can see for yourself what kind of mess we are in.

Put down that remote and educate yourself, prepare.

b

2010 SWPA Tax Day TEA Party

2010-03-10T22:21:00.018-05:00

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Just 5 Minutes from Bushy Run Battlefield

And just 2 miles off of US22 in Delmont

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"Let It Begin Here!" is the theme of our next TEA Party to be held at the Greensburg-Jeannette Regional Airport on Saturday April 17, 2010.

Featured Speakers:

Rick Santorum, Fox News Contributor and former US Senator.

Jeff Kuhner, columnist, radio talk show host and fill-in for Michael Savage, also known as the "Last Honest Man in DC".

Dr. Mark Hendrickson, free market economics professor and contributor to the Center for Vision and Values at Grove City College.

Keith Klingler, President of the PA Landowner Association.

Educational Booths Include:

Southwest PA TEA Party, Voter Registration, Conservative Coalition, Commonweatlth Education Organization, People Concerned for the Unborn Child, Eagle Forum, Western Westmoreland 9-12, NRA, Firearm Owners Against Crime, PA Landowners and introducing American's Never Forget.

Special appearance by George Washington and his horse!

Airport Authority parking only $1

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Ole Ray on Healthcare

2010-01-03T13:57:00.000-05:00

The Third Jihad - A must watch

2009-11-14T22:46:00.000-05:00

I Don't think Reagan Made Movies Like This!

2009-11-11T14:43:00.000-05:00

SW PA TEA Party's March on Harrisburg

2009-10-26T22:19:00.002-04:00

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On November 14, 2009, the newly-formed Pennsylvania Tea Party Patriots Coalition including the SW TEA Party Coalition, the Philadelphia Tea Party Patriots, FreedomWorks, SmartGirl Politics, The Kitchen Table Patriots, The Thomas Jefferson Club and other groups from around the state, will be marching in Harrisburg and holding a rally to demand an end to fiscal irresponsibility in Pennsylvania.

The recent Pennsylvania budget fiasco illustrates that Pennsylvania taxpayers deserve better stewards of public monies. Years of unfulfilled promises and irresponsible spending have brought Pennsylvania to its current fiscally precarious condition. In times of economic hardship, everyday citizens have shown the ability to adapt by tightening their belts and making responsible choices. We expect our lawmakers in the state house to do the same. Thousands of citizens will be at the capitol to make their voices heard.

Keynote speaker, Dick Armey, Chairman, FreedomWorks and other speakers will be featured upon confirmation.

Where: Meet at City Island Parking 1:00pm
When: March begins at 2:00pm, Rally begins at 2:30pm on Capitol Steps -State Capitol Harrisburg, PA

For more details please visit:

www.southwestpateaparty.org

This SOB has to go!

2009-10-26T22:09:00.001-04:00

The Truth

2009-10-20T21:25:00.001-04:00

The" Making of America" Seminar presented by the NCCS

2009-10-06T22:27:00.003-04:00

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Here is our chance to become armed with the knowledge to defeat the liberal left. How many times have you wanted to be able to quote something from the Constitution in order to get your point across. How many times have you debated someone on what the Constitution allows and doesn't allow. If your like me, almost everyday.

Over the years, NCCS has held seminars in many different places: schools, libraries, business meeting rooms, churches, homes, college campuses, city convention centers, etc. No matter the setting, when good people come together in the spirit of learning—people who sense that something is terribly amiss in America and they are seeking to know if there are better answers—a sense of peace and hope pervades the room as the story of the Founders' message is unfolded to them.

We invite you to come join us as we discover the Founders' original success formula for freedom. Seating is limited, please RSVP as soon as possible. This is an all day event with fun and interactive instruction and is only $20. You will receive a free 135 page study guide and have the opportunity to purchase many different kinds of educational literature at huge discounted prices. For more information, please visit our October calendar on the website below:

www.southwestpateaparty.org

http://www.meetup.com/Southwest-PA-T-E-A-Party-Coalition/

See you there!

Brian

The Poem of Taxes

2009-09-29T16:25:00.001-04:00

Tax his land,
Tax his bed,
Tax the table
At which he's fed.

Tax his tractor,
Tax his mule,
Teach him taxes
Are the rule.

Tax his cow,
Tax his goat,
Tax his pants,
Tax his coat.

Tax his ties,
Tax his shirt,
Tax his work,
Tax his dirt.

Tax his tobacco,
Tax his drink,
Tax him if he
Tries to think.

Tax his cigars,
Tax his beers,
If he cries, then
Tax his tears.

Tax his car,
Tax his gas,
Find other ways
To tax his ass.

Tax all he has
Then let him know
That you won't be done
Till he has no dough.

When he screams and hollers,
Then tax him some more,
Tax him till
He's good and sore.

Then tax his coffin,
Tax his grave,
Tax the sod in
Which he's laid.

Put these words
upon his tomb,
"Taxes drove me
to my doom..."

When he's gone,
Do not relax,
Its time to apply
The inheritance tax.

Accounts Receivable Tax
Building Permit Tax
Bed Tax (Hotels & Motels)
CDL license Tax
Cigarette Tax
Corporate Income Tax
Dog License Tax
Federal Income Tax
Federal Unemployment Tax (FUTA)
Fishing License Tax
Food License Tax,
Fuel permit tax
Gasoline Tax (42 cents per gallon)
Hunting License Tax
Inheritance Tax
Interest expense
Inventory tax
IRS Interest Charges IRS Penalties (tax on top of
tax)
Liquor Tax
Luxury Taxes
Marriage License Tax
Medicare Tax
Property Tax
Real Estate Tax
Service charge taxes
Social Security Tax
Road usage taxes
Sales Tax
Recreational Vehicle Tax
School Tax
State Income Tax
State Unemployment Tax (SUTA)
Telephone federal excise tax
Telephone federal universal service fee tax
Telephone federal, state and local surcharge taxes
Telephone minimum usage surcharge tax
Telephone recurring and non-recurring charges tax
Telephone state and local tax
Telephone usage charge tax
Utilityxes
Vehicle License Registration Tax
Vehicle Sales Tax
Watercraft registration Tax
Well Permit Tax
Workers Compensation Tax

Not one of these taxes existed 100 years ago, and
our nation was the most prosperous in the world.
We had absolutely no national debt, had the largest
middle class in the world, and Mom stayed home to raise the kids.What
happened?

And I still have to "press 1" for English!

The Pledge

2009-09-25T11:05:00.001-04:00

Words from Americans

2009-09-17T20:48:00.000-04:00

This country is going to fall if we the people let the Democrats, Liberals and Republicans molest our values and principles that have created this country. We need to stop sitting back in our comfortable homes and saying someone will do something to stop this, we need to be those people stopping this, standing up and shouting our beliefs from the top of our lungs until the Peoples Representatives hears us. These so called Representatives don’t listen to us no matter how many calls they get about an issue; they are only interested in the money from special interests groups to campaign for their reelection. We need to vote for people that listen to “WE the PEOPLE” and follow the powers that were given to them by the founding fathers set out in The CONSTITUTION and BILL of RIGHTS! I am tired of watching our representatives’ vote for legislation that not only will cripple our economy but has failed in every country that has tried it. Health Care, Cap and Trade, The Stimulus and a multitude of other Bills forced down the people’s throats, tacking trillions of dollars on to the backs of our children and their children. I am tried of our Government trying to tell my family and me what we have to accept as normal, what kind of car to drive, how I can use my property, and every unconstitutional law that our Representatives pass. WE THE PEOPLE are the REAL POWER in this country we can make a difference with our VOICES & OUR VOTE!

Benjamin G. Lion

God Loving Father, Husband and American

TEA Party Across This Land!

2009-09-13T22:38:00.000-04:00

Has a good ring to it!

2009-09-13T22:32:00.000-04:00

Now he wants to talk to our children! Setember 8, 2009

2009-09-01T15:41:00.001-04:00

President Obama’s Address to Students Across America September 8, 2009 -

Southwest PA 9/12 TEA Party @ Bushy Run

2009-08-25T19:44:00.008-04:00

Come and join us on 9/12 for the best TEA Party in Pennsylvania!

"Awaken the American Spirit" is the theme of the Southwest PA T.E.A. Party to be held on Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 11 am to 1 pm at Bushy Run Battle Field.

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Topic Speakers: Brad Tupi, Attorney; Colleen Holmes, Eagle Forum CEO; Kim Stolfer, Firearm Owners Against Crime Chairman; Troy Northrop, Minister; Lowman Henry, Lincoln Institute, and Smokey Stover

9-11 Memorial Speakers: Clay Mankamyer; Ed Wiernik, Vietnam Veteran; and Lt Colonel Bill Russell

Advancement of Colors: "Biker Mike" - Michael Marincic

Entertainment: Laurie Racculia, Andrew Boag, Occasions Entertainment

In addition, groups such as the T.E.A Party, Conservative Coalition, Eagle Forum, Bushy Run Heritage Society, 9-12, 2nd Amendment, NRA, Firearm Owners Against Crime, and Commonwealth Education Organization will be on site to direct you to established organizations where you can plug in, sign petitions and get actively involved.

Make plans to attend and help us "Awaken the American Spirit".

I wish he were alive today

2009-08-14T22:36:00.000-04:00

A True Congressman

2009-08-09T21:39:00.001-04:00

A letter from Jen O'Malley at the DNC

2009-08-05T16:38:00.004-04:00

There's been a lot of media coverage about organized mobs intimidating lawmakers, disrupting town halls, and silencing real discussion about the need for real health insurance reform.

The truth is, it's a sham. These "grassroots protests" are being organized and largely paid for by Washington special interests and insurance companies who are desperate to block reform. They're trying to use lies and fear to break the President and his agenda for change.

Health insurance reform is about our lives, our jobs, and our families -- we can't let distortions and intimidation get in the way. We need to expose these outrageous tactics, and we're counting on you to help. Can you read these "5 facts about the anti-reform mobs," then pass them along to your friends and family?

Five facts about the anti-reform mobs

1. These disruptions are being funded and organized by out-of-district special-interest groups and insurance companies who fear that health insurance reform could help Americans, but hurt their bottom line. A group run by the same folks who made the "Swiftboat" ads against John Kerry is compiling a list of congressional events in August to disrupt. An insurance company coalition has stationed employees in 30 states to track where local lawmakers hold town-hall meetings.

2. People are scared because they are being fed frightening lies. These crowds are being riled up by anti-reform lies being spread by industry front groups that invent smears to tarnish the President's plan and scare voters. But as the President has repeatedly said, health insurance reform will create more health care choices for the American people, not reduce them. If you like your insurance or your doctor, you can keep them, and there is no "government takeover" in any part of any plan supported by the President or Congress.

3. Their actions are getting more extreme. Texas protesters brought signs displaying a tombstone for Rep. Lloyd Doggett and using the "SS" symbol to compare President Obama's policies to Nazism. Maryland Rep. Frank Kratovil was hanged in effigy outside his district office. Rep. Tim Bishop of New York had to be escorted to his car by police after an angry few disrupted his town hall meeting -- and more examples like this come in every day. And they have gone beyond just trying to derail the President's health insurance reform plans, they are trying to "break" the President himself and ruin his Presidency.

4. Their goal is to disrupt and shut down legitimate conversation. Protesters have routinely shouted down representatives trying to engage in constructive dialogue with voters, and done everything they can to intimidate and silence regular people who just want more information. One attack group has even published a manual instructing protesters to "stand up and shout" and try to "rattle" lawmakers to prevent them from talking peacefully with their constituents.

5. Republican leadership is irresponsibly cheering on the thuggish crowds. Republican House Minority Leader John Boehner issued a statement applauding and promoting a video of the disruptions and looking forward to "a long, hot August for Democrats in Congress."

It's time to expose this charade, before it gets more dangerous. Please send these facts to everyone you know. You can also post them on your website, blog, or Facebook page.

Now, more than ever, we need to stand strong together and defend the truth.

Thanks,

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon
Executive Director
Democratic National Committee

I can clearly state that our TEA Party Coalition is 100% GRASSROOTS and funded only by donations from concerned American Patriots. Follow the link below to our new website.

http://southwestpateaparty.webs.com/

Holy Sh_t! We're in trouble

2009-08-04T13:30:00.005-04:00

Only a dictator acts like this! Notice how all of the pictures have the same theme!

If you don't own a gun, buy one!

A Lost Dream

2009-07-29T22:21:00.001-04:00

As long as I can remember, I have always wanted to own a 1955 Chevrolet Bel-Air, two-door, hardtop. I have jokingly told my wife and children that that is exactly what I wanted for my 55th birthday.

Through the years, Chevrolet, made by General Motors, has always been my favorite make of car. The first car I purchased with my own money was a 1961 Chevrolet Bel-Air, convertible. It was white with a red stripe down the side with matching red and white interior. I was as happy as a 16 year old boy could possibly be. I had worked hard for the money that year and was so proud that I had paid for it with my own money and no one had to help me. No co-signor, no going to the bank and begging for a loan and with that, no rejections. I paid cash, money that I had saved, money that I had earned at the rate of $1.00 an hour. I worked on a dairy farm. My duties usually started around 5:00 a.m. and ended sometime around 8:00 p.m. Long, arduous work, 365 days a year.
Those days have apparently gone and seem to have disappeared forever. Now General Motors has been taken over by the United States government. I think it would be more appropriate to say, at the expense of the United States tax payer. Not once but twice, then finally filing bankruptcy. Why?
Now the taxpayers are being asked to pay again. A new project which would pay people, with tax payer money, to turn in their old vehicle for a new, greener, vehicle from General Motors. Where will it stop? I think it is about time that, we, as Americans , say “enough is enough”. How many times do we as taxpayers have to pay for the same vehicle over and over. Think about your share of tax money that was given to General Motors the first time, then the second time and now this new program they are wanting you to buy. I think they should give each American a new car, free, for bailing them out with our money. I would simply suggest to everyone wanting to purchase a new vehicle, buy a Honda, made in Ohio. Purchase a Ford, Mitsubishi, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, Nissan, BMW or a Hyundai. All vehicles made in America. The one thing that sets them apart from General Motors and Chrysler is they haven’t asked for a bail-out from American tax-payers…..NOT ONCE!! I never received a hand out to get what I wanted, and I don’t think they should have either! I may never get my 1955 Chevrolet, but one thing is for sure, I won’t be turning in my Ford truck to buy a new one either!

~Ted

Stay out of my pocket Fast Eddie

2009-07-27T22:41:00.003-04:00

Maybe not now, but soon!

2009-07-09T23:37:00.005-04:00

It has started.

Very Important for you to be aware of a new bill HR 45 introduced into the House. This is the Blair Holt Firearm Licensing & Record of Sale Act of 2009.

We just learned yesterday about this on the Peter Boyles radio program.

Even gun shop owners didn't know about this because it is flying under the radar.

To find out about this - go to any government website and type in HR 45 or Google HR 45 Blair Holt Firearm Licensing & Record of Sales Act of 2009. You will get all the information.

Basically this would make it illegal to own a firearm - any rifle with a clip or ANY pistol unless:

It is registered

You are fingerprinted

You supply a current Driver's License

You supply your Social Security #

You will submit to a physical & mental evaluation at any time of their choosing

Each update - change or ownership through private or public sale must be reported and costs $25 - Failure to do so you automatically lose the right to own a firearm and are subject up to a year in jail.

There is a child provision clause on page 16 section 305 stating a child-access provision. Gun must be locked and inaccessible to any child under 18.

They would have the right to come and inspect that you are storing your gun safely away from accessibility to children and fine is punishable for up to 5 yrs. in prison.

If you think this is a joke - go to the website and take your pick of many options to read this. It is long and lengthy. But, more and more people are becoming aware of this. Pass the word along. Any hunters in your family - pass this along.

Peter Boyles is on this and having guests. Listen to him on KHOW 630 a.m. in the morning. He suggests the best way to fight this is to tell all your friends about it and "spring into action". Also he suggests we all join a pro-gun group like the Colorado Rifle Association, hunting associations, gun clubs and especially the NRA.

This is just a "termite" approach to complete confiscation of guns and disarming of our society to the point we have no defense - chip away a little here and there until the goal is accomplished before anyone realizes it.

This is one to act on whether you own a gun or not.

If you take my gun, only the criminal will have one to use against me. HR 45 only makes me/us less safe. After working with convicts for 26 years I know this bill, if passed, would make them happy and in less danger from their victims.

Origins: On 10 May 2007, 16-year-old Chicago honor student Blair Holt was riding a bus to school when another teenager began firing a handgun in a gang-related attack. When Holt moved to shield a girl on the bus from the spray of bullets, he was himself hit in the abdomen and died.

At Blair Holt's funeral, Rep. Bobby Rush of Illinois (representing the state's First Congressional district) promised to honor Holt's memory by introducing a strong gun tracking bill in Congress. One month later, Rep. Rush introduced Blair Holt's Firearm Licensing and Record of Sale Act to Congress, but it was referred to a subcommittee and languished there without ever having been voted upon. On 6 January 2009, Rush introduced essentially the same bill to Congress again as Blair Holt's Firearm Licensing and Record of Sale Act of 2009 (H.R. 45).

In a nutshell, the Blair Holt bill would:
Prohibit possession of any handguns or any semiautomatic firearms that can accept detachable ammunition-feeding devices (excluding antiques) by anyone who has not been issued a firearm license.
Require all sales of those types of firearms to go through licensed dealers.
Direct the Attorney General to establish and run a federal record-of-sale system.
Require the possessors of firearms to secure them (by secure gun storage or safety devices) when they are kept in locales where children might be capable of gaining access to those firearms.
In order to be issued a firearm license under the provisions of the Blair Holt legislation, applicants would be required to submit the following information to the Attorney General:
a current, passport-sized photograph of the applicant that provides a clear, accurate likeness of the applicant
the name, address, and date and place of birth of the applicant
any other name that the applicant has ever used or by which the applicant has ever been known
a clear thumb print of the applicant, which shall be made when, and in the presence of the entity to whom, the application is submitted
with respect to each category of person prohibited by Federal law, or by the law of the State of residence of the applicant, from obtaining a firearm, a statement that the individual is not a person prohibited from obtaining a firearm
a certification by the applicant that the applicant will keep any firearm owned by the applicant safely stored and out of the possession of persons who have not attained 18 years of age
a certificate attesting to the completion at the time of application of a written firearms examination, which shall test the knowledge and ability of the applicant regarding:

the safe storage of firearms, particularly in the vicinity of persons who have not attained 18 years of age
the safe handling of firearms
the use of firearms in the home and the risks associated with such use
the legal responsibilities of firearms owners, including Federal, State, and local laws relating to requirements for the possession and storage of firearms, and relating to reporting requirements with respect to firearms
any other subjects, as the Attorney General determines to be appropriate
an authorization by the applicant to release to the Attorney General or an authorized representative of the Attorney General any mental health records pertaining to the applicant
the date on which the application was submitted
the signature of the applicant
(Contrary to the example e-mail quoted above, the bill would not require applicants to "submit to a physical and mental evaluation at any time of their choosing"; applicants would have to authorize the release of any existing mental health records. Also, the right of inspection to ascertain compliance with the law would apply

to "any place in which firearms or firearm products are manufactured, stored, or held, for distribution in commerce," not to ordinary households.)

Proponents of the Blair Holt bill maintain that it is not an attempt to ban or otherwise infringe on the constitutional right to own or carry guns; it would simply establish a system for registering and tracking the ownership of guns that are used illegally, similar to the system currently used for automobiles. Opponents of the bill maintain that it "focuses on the instruments of crime rather than on the criminals who use the instruments," and that, rather than targeting the criminal element, it "would simply further burden law-abiding people."

As was the 2007 version of Blair Holt's Firearm Licensing and Record of Sale Act, the current version has been referred to the House Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security, and the fact that the bill does not have even a single co-sponsor makes it unlikely that it will ever be brought to a vote before Congress, much less passed. ESPN Outdoors correspondent Wade Bourne summed up the bill's chances of passage thusly:
So, how likely is the Blair Holt bill's chance for passage? Pro-gun activists are vigilant but don't seem overly worried about it. They point out that the bill's failure to attract co-sponsors is an indication of a lack of enthusiasm for it among other congressmen. They feel it is too far-reaching and repressive of gun owners' rights to merit serious consideration by a majority of Congress.

Lawrence Keane of the NSSF [National Shooting Sports Foundation] states, "If this bill passes, Democrats would likely lose (control of) their chamber in upcoming mid-term elections (2010). The leadership in the House knows that." Keane says some 80 million-plus U.S. citizens own firearms, representing nearly half the households in the nation. He believes that House Democrats will allow the Blair Holt bill to die in subcommittee rather than risk the ire of so many pro-gun voters.

Sources:
Bourne, Wade. "Blair Holt Gun Control Bill Rehashed."
ESPNOutdoors.com. 23 February 2009.
Piland, Thomas. "Proposed Gun License Law Has Some People Concerned."
KRIS-TV. 11 February 2009.
Rozas, Angela. "Father Relives Trauma of son's Shooting."
Chicago Tribune. 7 October 2008.
Simon, Matthew. "Federal Gun Bill Angers Alaskans."
KTVA-TV. 17 February 2009.

We The People Stimulus Package

2009-07-09T13:58:00.001-04:00

A must see!

Indepence Day T.E.A Party Bushy Run Battlefield

2009-06-02T23:30:00.022-04:00

Have you had enough? Cap and Trade, what's next? National Health Care! If you missed the first TEA Party this your chance to be a part of history. Come and join us at Bushy Run Battlefield! Stand UP! Be Heard!

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Bushy Run Battlefield Pennsylvania Tea Party

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Fourth of July T.E.A. Party at Bushy Run to focus on liberty

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Richard Robbins can be reached via e-mail or at 724-836-5660.

By Richard Robbins
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Monday, June 29, 2009

The first Westmoreland County Taxed Enough Already Party coincided with the April 15 deadline for filing a tax return, and the conversation focused on bailouts, taxes and what some speakers saw as reckless federal spending.

The second will take place July 4 and the emphasis will be on individual freedom, organizers say.

Building on the enthusiasm of round one of the T.E.A. Party, when 500 to 1,500 people gathered in front of the Westmoreland County Courthouse, the conservative organizers of the T.E.A. Party, Round Two, hope the event staged from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bushy Run Battlefield in Penn Township will be just as successful.

Melinda Donnelly of Jeannette, a rally spokeswoman, said the initial event was "such a great idea, but now we need to take it one step further."

Donnelly said the holiday rally will be a nonpartisan affair.

"Both Republicans and Democrats are invited," she said.

Speakers will include Hans Lessmann of Pittsburgh, an optometrist and the founder of the Society for the Education of Physicians and Patients, which advocates a market-based approach to health care coverage. He believes officials should reject government involvement in favor of private Health Savings Accounts.

Lessmann said one of the topics he expects to address at the rally is how individuals can take charge of their health care.

Bill Choby of Latrobe said that, while dressed as George Washington, he expects to talk about the history of the French and Indian War, which ended with the victorious British saddled with a huge debt.

He said he will pivot from that to a discussion of the budget deficit and national debt.

Choby, a dentist and a former Republican candidate for Congress, said people have got to get back to "America's roots and the freedom thing."

A third speaker will be Diane Gramley, the Pennsylvania chairwoman of the American Family Association.

The national AFA, which the group's Web site says stands for "traditional family values," initiated the first Tea Party Day, which was backed by many of the nation's top conservative talk shows. According to Donnelly, the AFA is promoting July 4th events across the country. The organization has a T.E.A. Party Web site, www.reteaparty.com, on which it provides guidance to grassroots individuals and thanks volunteers for organizing rallies "in your community."

It was not immediately clear how many rallies will take place on the holiday.

In addition to speakers, music will be a part of the Bushy Run rally. A jazz band and patriotic singers are scheduled to perform.

According to Donnelly, organizers "had to fight" to stage the event at the state-owned Bushy Run Battlefield. State officials initially turned down the group's request.

"They didn't give us a reason," Donnelly said.

Donnelly said she phoned Republican Sen. Kim Ward for help.

One of Ward's aides, Debbie Irwin, said she spoke to someone at the state Historic and Museum Commission in Harrisburg.

"It wasn't anything heroic," Irwin said.

A commission spokesman, Howard Pollman, said the state "can't discriminate" against groups wishing to rent space at Bushy Run. There was no explanation why the group's initial request was turned down.

THOUGHTS FROM LIBERAL CENTRAL

2009-05-31T09:51:00.013-04:00

OMG! This cartoon is wonderful!

A week in review, as I sit in the heart of the liberal lion (NYC).

Why would anyone want to purchase a vehicle from GM or Chrysler. They used to be a part of the American dream but now a vision of Marxism. Pay attention while driving around, Obama bumper stickers on Honda's, Hyundai's and Kia's. Why don't you support the brand of your leader? The brands that have received billions of your tax dollars, a brand that has been bailed out because of poor business decisions. The other day I passed an Elantra (Hyundai) with a pro-union bumper sticker? It's kinda of like voting Ronald McDonald into the White House but you would rather eat a Junior Bacon Cheeseburger from Wendy's. Just doesn't make sense. From this time forward, I will not buy any GM or Chrysler related products, even though I own a Chevy truck. I will buy all aftermarket products related to my truck from now on. I tried to support the brand but they showed me no loyalty. And for all of you Obama voters that work in recreation manufacturing (campers, boats, ATVs etc) or construction trades what is going to pull your product, an electric car? I think not!

There was a movie in the 80's that resembles what is happening today. One of those long forgotten but truly a brilliant piece futuristic thought. Can you guess?
How about:

Here is a little piece that you might find interesting from Russia

BREAKING NEWS
Lessons of democracy from the USA

It must be said, that like the breaking of a great dam, the American decent into Marxism is happening with breath taking speed, against the back drop of a passive, hapless sheeple, excuse me dear reader, I meant people.

True, the situation has been well prepared on and off for the past century, especially the past twenty years. The initial testing grounds was conducted upon our Holy Russia and a bloody test it was. But we Russians would not just roll over and give up our freedoms and our souls, no matter how much money Wall Street poured into the fists of the Marxists.

Those lessons were taken and used to properly prepare the American populace for the surrender of their freedoms and souls, to the whims of their elites and betters.

First, the population was dumbed down through a politicized and substandard education system based on pop culture, rather then the classics. Americans know more about their favorite TV dramas then the drama in DC that directly affects their lives. They care more for their "right" to choke down a McDonalds burger or a BurgerKing burger than for their constitutional rights. Then they turn around and lecture us about our rights and about our "democracy". Pride blind the foolish.

Then their faith in God was destroyed, until their churches, all tens of thousands of different "branches and denominations" were for the most part little more then Sunday circuses and their televangelists and top protestant mega preachers were more then happy to sell out their souls and flocks to be on the "winning" side of one pseudo Marxist politician or another. Their flocks may complain, but when explained that they would be on the "winning" side, their flocks were ever so quick to reject Christ in hopes for earthly power. Even our Holy Orthodox churches are scandalously liberalized in America.

The final collapse has come with the election of Barack Obama. His speed in the past three months has been truly impressive. His spending and money printing has been a record setting, not just in America's short history but in the world. If this keeps up for more then another year, and there is no sign that it will not, America at best will resemble the Wiemar Republic and at worst Zimbabwe.

These past two weeks have been the most breath taking of all. First came the announcement of a planned redesign of the American Byzantine tax system, by the very thieves who used it to bankroll their thefts, loses and swindles of hundreds of billions of dollars. These make our Russian oligarchs look little more then ordinary street thugs, in comparison. Yes, the Americans have beat our own thieves in the shear volumes. Should we congratulate them?

These men, of course, are not an elected panel but made up of appointees picked from the very financial oligarchs and their henchmen who are now gorging themselves on trillions of American dollars, in one bailout after another. They are also usurping the rights, duties and powers of the American congress (parliament). Again, congress has put up little more then a whimper to their masters.

Then came Barack Obama's command that GM's (General Motor) president step down from leadership of his company. That is correct, dear reader, in the land of "pure" free markets, the American president now has the power, the self given power, to fire CEOs and we can assume other employees of private companies, at will. Come hither, go dither, the centurion commands his minions.

So it should be no surprise, that the American president has followed this up with a "bold" move of declaring that he and another group of unelected, chosen stooges will now redesign the entire automotive industry and will even be the guarantee of automobile policies. I am sure that if given the chance, they would happily try and redesign it for the whole of the world, too. Prime Minister Putin, less then two months ago, warned Obama and UK's Blair, not to follow the path to Marxism, it only leads to disaster. Apparently, even though we suffered 70 years of this Western sponsored horror show, we know nothing, as foolish, drunken Russians, so let our "wise" Anglo-Saxon fools find out the folly of their own pride.

Again, the American public has taken this with barely a whimper...but a "freeman" whimper.

So, should it be any surprise to discover that the Democratically controlled Congress of America is working on passing a new regulation that would give the American Treasury department the power to set "fair" maximum salaries, evaluate performance and control how private companies give out pay raises and bonuses? Senator Barney Franks, a social pervert basking in his homosexuality (of course, amongst the modern, enlightened American societal norm, as well as that of the general West, homosexuality is not only not a looked down upon life choice, but is often praised as a virtue) and his Marxist enlightenment, has led this effort. He stresses that this only affects companies that receive government monies, but it is retroactive and taken to a logical extreme, this would include any company or industry that has ever received a tax break or incentive.

The Russian owners of American companies and industries should look thoughtfully at this and the option of closing their facilities down and fleeing the land of the Red as fast as possible. In other words, divest while there is still value left.

The proud American will go down into his slavery with out a fight, beating his chest and proclaiming to the world, how free he really is. The world will only snicker.

The time is coming!

2009-05-09T21:57:00.006-04:00

If you are a farmer, rancher, truck driver, business owner or just a good, hard working American then it is time to revolt! Time for the Revolution. The Big 3, unions and banks are sucking up your hard earned tax dollars and have no intention of paying it back. In fact, the current administration was never going to have the money repaid. If we don't stand and fight now, I truly believe that we will be sucked into this vortex of lies and deception. It will become the everyday way of life. Stand up! Stand up now! Speak your mind! And fight for your freedom! Save your children from financial ruin.

Or.....

All of us hard working, self sufficient individuals and families move to a specific area of the US. A group of states that believe in individual rights, state sovereignty and the right to bear arms. A place were you keep what you earn. Isn't that what America (the land of the free) was supposed to be? Let the remaining fight over table scraps! Picture in your mind how the libs would survive. Maybe they can all take a ride on AF1 and redistribute the wealth. Lol.......

About had enough.......

b

One lost soul....Our Leader?????

2009-05-09T07:40:00.009-04:00

President Barack Obama said in Turkey : "We do not consider ourselves a Christian nation or a Jewish nation or a Muslim nation. We consider ourselves a nation of citizens who are bound by ideals and a set of values."

Do you know the Preamble for your state? . ..

Be sure to read the message at the bottom!

Alabama 1901, Preamble
We the people of the State of Alabama , invoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish the following Constitution..
Alaska 1956, Preamble We, the people of Alaska , grateful to God and to those who founded our nation and pioneered this great land.
Arizona 1911, Preamble We, the people of the State of Arizona , grateful to Almighty God for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution...
Arkansas 1874, Preamble We, the people of the State of Arkansas , grateful to Almighty God for the privilege of choosing our own form of government...
California 1879, Preamble We, the People of the State of California , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom...
Colorado 1876, Preamble We, the people of Colorado , with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of Universe...
Connecticut 1818, Preamble The People of Connecticut, acknowledging with gratitude the good Providence of God in permitting them to enjoy.
Florida 1885, Preamble We, the people of the State of Florida , grateful to Almighty God for our constitutional liberty, establish this Constitution...
Georgia 1777, Preamble We, the people of Georgia , relying upon protection and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish this Constitution...
Hawaii 1959, Preamble We , the people of Hawaii , Grateful for Divine Guidance ... Establish this Constitution.
Idaho 1889, Preamble We, the people of the State o f Idaho , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings.
Illinois 1870, Preamble We, the people of the State of Illinois, grateful to Almighty God for the civil , political and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy and looking to Him for a blessing on our endeavors.
Indiana 1851, Preamble We, the People of the State of Indiana , grateful to Almighty God for the free exercise of the right to choose our form of government.
Iowa 1857, Preamble We, the People of the St ate of Iowa , grateful to the Supreme Being for the blessings hitherto enjoyed, and feeling our dependence on Him for a continuation of these blessings, establish this Constitution.
Kansas 1859, Preamble We, the people of Kansas , grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious privileges establish this Constitution.
Kentucky 1891, Preamble.. We, the people of the Commonwealth are grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties..
Louisiana 1921, Preamble We, the people of the State of Louisiana , grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties we enjoy.
Maine 1820, Preamble We the People of Maine acknowledging with grateful hearts the goodness of the Sovereign Ruler of the Universe in affording us an opportunity ... And imploring His aid and direction.
Maryland 1776, Preamble We, the people of the state of Maryland , grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberty...
Massachusetts 1780, Preamble We..the people of Massachusetts, acknowledging with grateful hearts, the goodness of the Great Legislator of the Universe In the course of His Providence, an opportunity and devoutly imploring His direction
Michigan 1908, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Michigan , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of freedom, establish this Constitution.
Minnesota, 1857, Preamble We, the people of the State of Minnesota, grateful to God for our civil and religious liberty, and desiring to perpetuate its blessings:
Mississippi 1890, Preamble We, the people of Mississippi in convention assembled, grateful to Almighty God, and invoking His blessing on our work.
Missouri 1845, Preamble We, the people of Missouri , with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of the Universe, and grateful for His goodness . Establish this Constitution...
Montana 1889, Preamble. We, the people of Montana , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of liberty establish this Constitution ..
Nebraska 1875, Preamble We, the people, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom . Establish this Constitution.
Nevada 1864, Preamble We the people of the State of Nevada , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, establish this Constitution...
New Hampshire 1792, Part I. Art. I. Sec. V Every individual has a natural and unalienable right to worship God according to the dictates of his own conscience.
New Jersey 1844, Preamble We, the people of the State of New Jersey, grateful to Almighty God for civil and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing on our endeavors.
New Mexico 1911, Preamble We, the People of New Mexico, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of liberty..
New York 1846, Preamble We, the people of the State of New York , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, in order to secure its blessings.
North Carolina 1868, Preamble We the people of the State of North Carolina, grateful to Almighty God, the Sovereign Ruler of Nations, for our civil, political, and religious liberties, and acknowledging our dependence upon Him for the continuance of those...
North Dakota 1889, Preamble We , the people of North Dakota , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, do ordain...
Ohio 1852, Preamble We the people of the state of Ohio , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings and to promote our common.
Oklahoma 1907, Preamble Invoking the guidance of Almighty God, in order to secure and perpetuate the blessings of liberty, establish this
Oregon 1857, Bill of Rights, Article I Section 2. All men shall be secure in the Natural right, to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their consciences
Pennsylvania 1776, Preamble We, the people of Pennsylvania, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, and humbly invoking His guidance....
Rhode Island 1842, Preamble. We the People of the State of Rhode Island grateful to Almighty God for the civil and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing...
South Carolina , 1778, Preamble We, the people of the State of South Carolina grateful to God for our liberties, do ordain and establish this Constitution.
South Dakota 1889, Preamble We, the people of South Dakota , grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberties ....
Tennessee 1796, Art. XI..III. That all men have a natural and indefeasible right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their conscience...
Texas 1845, Preamble We the People of the Republic of Texas , acknowledging, with gratitude, the grace and beneficence of God.
Utah 1896, Preamble Grateful to Almighty God for life and liberty, we establish this Constitution.
Vermont 1777, Preamble Whereas all government ought to enable the individuals who compose it to enjoy their natural rights, and other blessings which the Author of Existence has bestowed on man ..
Virginia 1776, Bill of Rights, XVI Religion, or the Duty which we owe our Creator can be directed only by Reason and that it is the mutual duty of all to practice Christian Forbearance, Love and Charity towards each other
Washington 1889, Preamble We the People of the State of Washington, grateful to the Supreme Ruler of the Universe for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution
West Virginia 1872, Preamble Since through Divine Providence we enjoy the blessings of civil, political and religious liberty, we, the people of West Virginia reaffirm our faith in and constant reliance upon God ....
Wisconsin 1848, Preamble We, the people of Wisconsin, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, domestic tranquility...
Wyoming 1890, Preamble We, the people of the State of Wyoming , grateful to God for our civil, political, and religious liberties, establish this Constitution...

After reviewing acknowledgments of God from all 50 state constitutions, one is faced with the prospect that maybe, the ACLU and the out-of-control federal courts are wrong!

(Please note that at no time is anyone told that they MUST worship God.)

GOD BLESS AMERICA

In my many years I have come to a conclusion that one useless man is a shame, two is a law firm and three or more is a congress. -- John Adams

Respect is almost gone.......

2009-04-30T21:28:00.012-04:00

There are only a couple of things that really burn my ass:

1. Men that do not remove their hat or show honor during the national anthem.
2. Men that do not give up their seat for women who are standing.
3. Cheaters
4. Liars
5. Hipocriates
6. Cowards

I have been deeply thinking about the change of culture in this great nation over the past couple of days. Everything from my brothers service in the military to how respect and honor are being flushed down the drain. Last night I sat a parent oreintation meeting for my son's new school. While the principal was speaking, I had visions of home schooling in my head. I was clearly the minority in the crowd. Conservative, gun owner and probably the youngest. The principal is very wimpy. Not a leader, like the principals when I was a kid. My principals were strong and didn't take any crap from anyone. Kinda like Captain Woodrow F. Call.

Tonight, at my son's choir concert, men sat in their chairs while ladies had to stand in the aisles. Truly pissed me off! Augustus "Gus" McCrae would never have put up with that!

I would love nothing more than to take some of these liberal cowards in our government and society and send them back in time. Maybe to Hat Creek Cattle Company and Livery Emporium in the small dusty Texas border town of Lonesome Dove. Let Gus and Call show them how it's done.

Free Tickets for Robbie Knievel Event

2009-04-28T21:26:00.004-04:00

Free Tickets!

My tickets are for the spectator section.

I have four (4) extra tickets for the Robbie Knievel (son of Evel Knievel)
event at the Melon Arena if anybody wants them.

He's going to try to jump a thousand (1,000) Obama supporters with a bulldozer.
Should be a good time. Let me know!

Oath Keepers

2009-04-25T19:46:00.004-04:00

Ten orders we will not obey. Click on "Oath Keepers" above to visit the website.

Direct link to YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf2K4-BQYAI

Everyone wants to talk about the guns!

2009-04-21T22:36:00.007-04:00

Everyone wants to talk about the guns going into Mexico, but nobody is talking about the drugs that are coming into the US. It's a fairly simple process: 1. Anyone in almost any community can acquire some sort of illegal substance. 2. The profit from these sales are distributed through a complex network of money laundering and returned to the drug lords in Central and South America. 3. The drug lords use the laundered money to produce more drugs and buy services (people) and devices (guns) to protect their investment. Repeat steps 1,2 & 3. Simple supply chain.

The media and federal government has decided to target Guns! Based off of emotion. Why not use logic and target the root of the problem, Drugs! Or even better (and less expensive to combat) cut off the supply of cash heading South!

Greensburg Tea Party

2009-04-16T22:08:00.006-04:00

Friend of the Family composed this video of the Greensburg Tea Party on April 15th. Next one to be held at Bushy Run Battlefield on Independence Day. Check out our home page of this website for more details!

Pittsburgh Tea Party "Tax Day"

2009-04-15T22:39:00.008-04:00

Angela participated in the Tea Party in Pittsburgh today. Once again, she captured some breathtaking pictures of true patriots. Let's make this the beginning of the most historical movement in history.

The Stars at Night are Big and Bright.......Deep in the Heart of Texas

2009-04-15T22:05:00.010-04:00

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Let's hear it for the Lone Star State!

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1656315/will_texas_secede_from_the_united_states.html

Please Texas! be the first to succeed from the union. Have the courage to step up so that other states may follow.

WICHITA FALLS, TX—Calling it an essential step toward securing the Texas border and protecting his people's way of life, Gov. Rick Perry announced Tuesday the completion of a 1,953-mile wall designed to keep out millions of unwanted Americans.

According to Perry, the 75-foot-high barricade running along the northern boundary is the culmination of more than 160 years of escalating tensions between Texas and the United States.

Pittsburgh's Tea Party

2009-04-11T22:52:00.006-04:00

Pictures from today's Tea Party in Pittsburgh. Thank you Angela for the great pictures.

Several thousand people jammed into Allegheny Landing on the North Shore Saturday afternoon for an event dubbed as a "Tea Party" to protest what they believe is excessive government spending to bail out faltering corporations and the economic stimulus package.

The keynote speaker was Alan Keyes, a conservative political activist and former diplomat under President Ronald Reagan.

Let's go shopping! Huh? At the National Mall!!!

2009-04-01T23:02:00.013-04:00

Is socialism any better? How about communism! That really worked! Why aren't people protesting about how liberty and freedom is being flushed down the toilet!

Those of you out there willing and ready to cast the first stone against the private industry (capitalism) you might want to educate yourself about the corrupt activities of your elected officials. You will quickly learn that this economic mess that we are experiencing was the result of government puppet mastering with private industry at the end of the string. When I say government, I'm not referring just to the current administration, this has been brewing since the early 1990's. Thanks Bill!

What you can expect over the next few months/year. One, government will be promoted as the answer to solve most of the complex social and financial issues. Two, government will become the most educated and experienced medical provider in history. Three, you will experience a bounce in your finacial situation(in some way shape or form) due to the stimulus package(s). Everything will be great! Yeah!

Let me put this in teenager terms. Government will build a new mall for you, a brand new large, shiny, vibrant complex. Inside it will have a grocery, pharmacy, clothing retailers, auto dealership and even urgent care. Everything that you need, one-stop shopping, everything under one roof. Now for the good part, you only have to give 70% of your allowance (paycheck) to be able to access this wonderful facility. The other 30% is yours and feel free to do spend it anywhere. The only problem is the stores in this new mall suck! The clothes are made of wool and come in two colors: Blue and Grey. The grocery has only flour, rice and milk. The pharmacy only has a couple of medicines, asprin and penicilin. The doctors in the urgent care look and act like zombies. And lastly, the auto dealership has two cars, a hybrid in black and an electric in white.

Still want me to drop you off at the mall on Saturday?

Goose Bumps

2009-02-07T22:42:00.007-05:00

February 6, 2009

Just got back from Philadelphia. My son and I had a chance to visit some of the awesome sights in the historic downtown area. Independence Hall, City Tavern, Liberty Bell and Ben Franklin's Post Office. We took the 12:15 tour of Independence Hall and our tour guide was Thomas Daniels.

Thomas told a very passionate story of our Founding Fathers, it really sent chills down my spine. I wonder how many times he has told that story? There we were, standing a few feet from the very spot were the Declaration of Independence was voted upon. Truly amazing!

Every citizen should visit this wonderful place and hear what Thomas has to say.

Drawing a line!

2009-02-05T21:08:00.006-05:00

This is were I draw the line. Those of us that believe in freedom of speech, press and religion should be packing our bags for Washington.

I was going to be somewhat tolerant about the liberal agenda but mess with my freedom of speech and guns, watch out!

For those of you who support this wacky idea, you should reflect on the sacrifices that your ancestors have made. Everyday you pass or talk to someone who has served this nation proudly and defended the freedoms that our Founding Fathers provided for us. Do you not realize that if you support this idea that you are spitting in the face of us veterans. What if it is your brother, sister, dad, mom or cousin? Some families have made the ultimate sacrifice, are you going to spit in their face? Are you willing to go that far?

In the words of Hank Williams Jr: I got a shotgun, rifle and a four wheel drive! It's heading eastbound toward Washington, it seats six. Anybody want a ride?

Is it time?

2009-01-17T12:14:00.009-05:00

For those of us that remain, is it time to circle the wagons? For those of us that believe in government fiscal responsibility, is it time to load our guns and stand for what we believe? Is this the reason why the Founding Fathers authored the Second Amendment? To protect ourselves from an invasive and intrusive federal government?

Do you have the balls, like the great founders of this country, to stand up for your God given rights? To stand up for Freedom, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.

The size of government has been growing at a historic rate for the past 10 years and it is about to grab us with its iron fist. For those who supported the Bush Stimulus package, and those who support the new BHO Stimulus package what is your reasoning? Isn't your freedom more precious than a handout?

I am ready to defend the great Constitution! I am ready and willing to sacrifice it all for the future of my children. Are you? If we don't act now our children will have to carry the weight of the largest debt in human history on their shoulders.

For those of you that believe that the government is the answer to all of our promblems, please post your comments and describe a successful government program. I look foward to your thoughts.

Please follow the link below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHRxfn-DTV4

The definition of deficit.....

2009-01-02T21:18:00.010-05:00

Straight from the dictionary:

def⋅i⋅cit

1.	the amount by which a sum of money falls short of the required amount.

2.	the amount by which expenditures or liabilities exceed income or assets.

3.	a lack or shortage; deficiency.

4.	a disadvantage, impairment, or handicap: The team's major deficit is its poor pitching.

5.	a loss, as in the operation of a business.

Straight from the horses mouth:

Gov. David Paterson of New York said 43 states now have budget deficits totaling some $100 billion as tax revenues plunge.

"It's clear that the federal government needs to step in and jump-start the economy," said Gov. Deval Patrick of Massachusetts.

Straight from my mouth:

This has been probably the toughest year for me and my family. My wife lost her job in December 2007 and it hasn't been the same since. I'm not blaming anyone for our hardships and I'm not asking for any government bailout. My point is; we had to cut back! Put on the brakes! Circle the wagons! We didn't spend our way out of a personal recession!

We are actually looking for ways to reduce household expenses. The thermostat stayed on 63 this winter, my daughter is learning to sew, we planted a garden this past summer and have plans to triple it in size and I'm learning to hunt. We are also contemplating on turning off cable and our telephone, keeping the Internet as our source of entertainment and communications.

We are the prime example of spending money and not saving enough during the good times. So how can spending more (money that we don't have) improve our situation? I'm confused, anyone care to help me on this one?

What do you plan to do in 2009? How are you going to make a difference?

Is it just me?

2008-12-24T23:48:00.012-05:00

Is it just me or do you see a resemblance between the Star Wars saga and today's political environment? Is George Lucas the all knowing prophet? Think about it, a senator becomes the Supreme Chancellor (Palpatine) and is granted the highest power in the universe by the governing body (Galactic Senate). Who would have known that he was also the Emperor of Empire. Kinda scary! He controls the Trade Federation, the Bankers Klan, Techno Union and eventually the Clone Army (Stormtroopers).

Meanwhile, there is the Rebel Alliance with the assistance of the Jedi Knights trying to bring balance to the galaxy. I had this thought while watching one of the newest movies in the saga and then I started to assemble the cast:

The Dark Side

Senator Palpatine/Emporer: Barack Obama
Darth Vador: Rahm Emanuel
Count Doku: Joe Biden
Jaba the Hut: Bill Clinton
Gardulla the Hut (Jaba's wife): Hillary Clinton

The Rebels

Luke Skywalker: Bobby Jindal
Princess Leah: Sarah Palin
Han Solo: Shawn Hannity
Chewbacca: Mike Huckabee
Yoda: Ron Paul!
Obi-Wan Kenobi: Pat Buchanan?

Just to name a few, please help with some additions or comments. Remeber a great debate has two sides, it's what keep the balance in The Force!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Not the Government's Job

2008-12-22T18:59:00.010-05:00

President Elect Obama says ‘Government can’t do everything’ when it comes to raising a good society. This is the best damn thing I have ever heard come out of his mouth. Now if we can just get him to understand it is not the government's job to do a lot of things.

Couple of quick thoughts and questions to ponder..........Who has the best medical system in the world? Who has the shortest wait time with the best technology? Who has the most qualified and educated doctors, specialist and staff? We do! So why do we need socialized medicine and/or national health care? Really, should I have to pay for someone who eats fast food several times a week and smokes two packs a day to have a bypass?

What industries are remaining that don't have government connections and/or funding in some way, shape or form? I'm having a hard time assembling a list. Does anyone know what the governments true role should be?

The hole is getting deeper and wider.

Please post your comments, let's get the debate started!

With economy in shambles, Congress gets a raise!

2008-12-19T10:06:00.005-05:00

OK, let me see if I get this correct. Millions of dollars (my bad, trillions) that comes from tax collection (that's us) has gone to private industries as a bailout. President Bush has now extended billions to the auto companies and now Congress agrees to a pay increase. What the hell is going on! This is the second time that Chrysler has been rescued by the government! How many of you drive Honda's out there? You should be really pissed! Your elected officials voted to increase their pay while telling the management of private industries to decrease theirs.

Under the new administration should I expect a check from my Congressman or Senator? Consider it a refund for the terrible job that they are doing? Maybe I should sit back and wait for the new administration to spread the wealth a bit. Either way, we are traveling down a dark and narrow road, unless of course you want the mightiest and most free nation in the history of mankind to become socialist. Not me, I would rather be free!!!!!!

What we Need!

2008-12-11T22:36:00.003-05:00

What this country needs is a good, ole fashion butt spanking. I'm not talking about terrorist attacks, I'm talking about when your dad gets home from work spanking. We have lived beyond our means and not been responsible for our actions. We buy, buy, buy! which keeps sending money to Chinese manufacturers (because we don't make anything). We keep running up our debt as our kids watch as we use plastic everywhere we go. My son asked the other day, why we don't use money? Why do we use cards?

It's all because we have become lazy. We need a good butt spanking and then get our asses back to work.

My simple thoughts

2008-11-27T08:58:00.002-05:00

I don't claim to be a complicated person nor one of much intelligence but I do believe that I have a passion to help get this once mighty nation back on track. Is it going to be easy? No way! Will people have to make sacrifices? You bet! Are the people of today tuff enough and willing to make these sacrifices? I don't think so!

Think about it....Most of the great soldiers who fought for the freedom of this land, from the British, did it without boots in the middle of winter. Would you put yourself through that kind of environment? They were cold, wet, hungry and frostbitten and they still pushed forward. All for what? a paycheck? a new government owned home? Free food? I don't think so.... They did it for freedom, liberty & the pursuit of happiness!

Again I ask, are you willing to give up certain privileges of today to secure our freedoms for the future? The test is coming soon.....Will you be ready? We don't know what the future holds but, we can prepare ourselves.

b