Ever wonder why you feel smarter after drinking a few beers right before you get a buzz. Well it is called The "Buffolo Theory" of Beer..
A herd of buffalo can move only as fast as the slowest buffalo. When the herd is hunted, it is the slowest and weakest ones at the back that are killed first.
This is known as natural selection and is good for the herd as a whole, because the general speed and health of the whole group keeps improving by the regular killing of the weakest members.
In much the same way the human brain can only operate as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, we all know, kills brain cells, but naturally it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first.
In this way regular consumption of beer eliminates the weaker brain cells, making the brain a faster and more efficient machine. That's why you always feel smarter after a few beers, and that's why beer is so GOOD for you!
So, I am headed out to feel smarter my friends...check back in tommorrow for more.
Friday, August 18, 2006
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Why I so strongly support the FairTax.
Yesterday evening I was asked if I was president what would be the first thing I would try to do while in office. Without a doubt I responded that I would push congress to pass the FairTax.
In fact, if I was to run for office the FairTax would be a huge part of my campaign platform. Why??? Because I believe that the FairTax would be the biggest transfer of power from politicians to the citizens of this country since the end of the Revolutionary War.
Here is just a over veiw of what the Fair Tax is and what it will do for you and America. The FairTax proposal is a comprehensive plan to replace federal income and payroll taxes, including personal, gift, estate, capital gains, alternative minimum, Social Security/Medicare, self-employment, and corporate taxes.
The FairTax proposal integrates such features as a progressive national retail sales tax, dollar-for-dollar revenue replacement, and a rebate to ensure that no American pays such federal taxes up to the poverty level.
Included in the FairTax plan is the repeal of the 16th Amendment to the Constitution. The FairTax allows Americans to keep 100 percent of their paychecks (minus any state income taxes), ends corporate taxes and compliance costs hidden in the retail cost of goods and services, and fully funds the federal government while fulfilling the promise of Social Security and Medicare.
Americans take home their whole paychecks.
Not only do more Americans have jobs, but they also take home 100 percent of their paychecks (except where state income taxes apply). No federal income taxes or payroll taxes are withheld from paychecks, pensions, or Social Security checks.
No federal sales tax up to the poverty level means progressivity like today's tax system.
To ensure no American pays tax on the necessities of life, the FairTax plan provides a prepaid, monthly rebate (prebate) for every registered household to cover the consumption tax spent on necessities up to the federal poverty level. This, along with several other features, is how the FairTax completely untaxes the poor, lowers the tax burden on most, while making the overall rate progressive.
However, the FairTax is progressive based on lifestyle/spending choices, rather than simply punishing those taxpayers who are successful. Do you see how much freer life is with the FairTax instead of the income tax?
Retail prices no longer hide corporate taxes or their compliance costs, which drive up costs for those who can least, afford to pay.
Did you know that hidden income taxes and the cost of complying with them currently make up 20 percent or more percent of all retail prices? It's true.
According to Dr. Dale Jorgenson of Harvard University, hidden income taxes are passed on to the consumer in the form of higher prices - from an average 22 percent on goods to an average 25 percent on services - for everything you buy. If competition does not allow prices to rise, corporations lower labor costs, again hurting those who can least afford to lose their jobs.
Finally, if prices are as high as competition allows and labor costs are as low as practical, profits/dividends to shareholders are driven down, thereby hurting retirement savings for moms-and-pops and pension funds invested in Corporate America.
With the FairTax, the sham of corporate taxation ends, competition drives prices down, more people in America have jobs, and retirement/pension funds see improved performance.
The FairTax will stop job out sourcing, brings jobs home and make American products more competitive on the world market.
Most importantly, the FairTax does not burden U.S. exports as they are with the current income tax.
So the FairTax allows U.S. exports to sell overseas for prices 22 percent lower, on average, than they do now, with similar profit margins. Lower prices sharply increase demand for U.S. exports, thereby increasing job creation in U.S.manufacturing sectors.
At home, imports are subject to the same FairTax rate as domestically produced goods. Not only does the FairTax put U.S. products sold here on the same tax footing as foreign imports, but the dramatic lowering of compliance costs in comparison to other countries' value-added taxes also gives U.S. products a definitive pricing advantage which foreign tax systems cannot match.
Tax criminals - don't make criminals out of honest taxpayers.
Today, the IRS will admit to 25 percent non-compliance with the code. FairTax.org will be generous and simply take the position that this is likely a conservative estimate of the underground economy.
However, this does not take into account the criminal/drug/porn economy, which equally conservative estimates put at one trillion dollars of untaxed activity. The FairTax will tax this - criminals love to flash that cash at retail - while continuing to provide the federal penalties so effective in bringing such miscreants to justice. The substantial decrease in points of compliance - from every wage earner, investor, and retiree, down to only retailers - also allows enforcement to concentrate on following the money to criminal activity, rather than making potential criminals out of every taxpayer struggling to decipher the current code.
No Tax Penalty On Savings or Investments.
Under the fair tax plan you can save and invest however you want, no tax penalty on interest from savings, withdrawl money from investment and retirement accounts with no tax penalty.
No More Forms to Fill Out And File.
This one is by far my favorite. Never have to file any kind of IRS form again. Make April 15 just another beutiful spring day.
In fact, if I was to run for office the FairTax would be a huge part of my campaign platform. Why??? Because I believe that the FairTax would be the biggest transfer of power from politicians to the citizens of this country since the end of the Revolutionary War.
Here is just a over veiw of what the Fair Tax is and what it will do for you and America. The FairTax proposal is a comprehensive plan to replace federal income and payroll taxes, including personal, gift, estate, capital gains, alternative minimum, Social Security/Medicare, self-employment, and corporate taxes.
The FairTax proposal integrates such features as a progressive national retail sales tax, dollar-for-dollar revenue replacement, and a rebate to ensure that no American pays such federal taxes up to the poverty level.
Included in the FairTax plan is the repeal of the 16th Amendment to the Constitution. The FairTax allows Americans to keep 100 percent of their paychecks (minus any state income taxes), ends corporate taxes and compliance costs hidden in the retail cost of goods and services, and fully funds the federal government while fulfilling the promise of Social Security and Medicare.
Americans take home their whole paychecks.
Not only do more Americans have jobs, but they also take home 100 percent of their paychecks (except where state income taxes apply). No federal income taxes or payroll taxes are withheld from paychecks, pensions, or Social Security checks.
No federal sales tax up to the poverty level means progressivity like today's tax system.
To ensure no American pays tax on the necessities of life, the FairTax plan provides a prepaid, monthly rebate (prebate) for every registered household to cover the consumption tax spent on necessities up to the federal poverty level. This, along with several other features, is how the FairTax completely untaxes the poor, lowers the tax burden on most, while making the overall rate progressive.
However, the FairTax is progressive based on lifestyle/spending choices, rather than simply punishing those taxpayers who are successful. Do you see how much freer life is with the FairTax instead of the income tax?
Retail prices no longer hide corporate taxes or their compliance costs, which drive up costs for those who can least, afford to pay.
Did you know that hidden income taxes and the cost of complying with them currently make up 20 percent or more percent of all retail prices? It's true.
According to Dr. Dale Jorgenson of Harvard University, hidden income taxes are passed on to the consumer in the form of higher prices - from an average 22 percent on goods to an average 25 percent on services - for everything you buy. If competition does not allow prices to rise, corporations lower labor costs, again hurting those who can least afford to lose their jobs.
Finally, if prices are as high as competition allows and labor costs are as low as practical, profits/dividends to shareholders are driven down, thereby hurting retirement savings for moms-and-pops and pension funds invested in Corporate America.
With the FairTax, the sham of corporate taxation ends, competition drives prices down, more people in America have jobs, and retirement/pension funds see improved performance.
The FairTax will stop job out sourcing, brings jobs home and make American products more competitive on the world market.
Most importantly, the FairTax does not burden U.S. exports as they are with the current income tax.
So the FairTax allows U.S. exports to sell overseas for prices 22 percent lower, on average, than they do now, with similar profit margins. Lower prices sharply increase demand for U.S. exports, thereby increasing job creation in U.S.manufacturing sectors.
At home, imports are subject to the same FairTax rate as domestically produced goods. Not only does the FairTax put U.S. products sold here on the same tax footing as foreign imports, but the dramatic lowering of compliance costs in comparison to other countries' value-added taxes also gives U.S. products a definitive pricing advantage which foreign tax systems cannot match.
Tax criminals - don't make criminals out of honest taxpayers.
Today, the IRS will admit to 25 percent non-compliance with the code. FairTax.org will be generous and simply take the position that this is likely a conservative estimate of the underground economy.
However, this does not take into account the criminal/drug/porn economy, which equally conservative estimates put at one trillion dollars of untaxed activity. The FairTax will tax this - criminals love to flash that cash at retail - while continuing to provide the federal penalties so effective in bringing such miscreants to justice. The substantial decrease in points of compliance - from every wage earner, investor, and retiree, down to only retailers - also allows enforcement to concentrate on following the money to criminal activity, rather than making potential criminals out of every taxpayer struggling to decipher the current code.
No Tax Penalty On Savings or Investments.
Under the fair tax plan you can save and invest however you want, no tax penalty on interest from savings, withdrawl money from investment and retirement accounts with no tax penalty.
No More Forms to Fill Out And File.
This one is by far my favorite. Never have to file any kind of IRS form again. Make April 15 just another beutiful spring day.
Iran Shells Kurds In Northern Iraq
Turkey and Iran have dispatched tanks, artillery and thousands of troops to their frontiers with Iraq during the past few weeks in what appears to be a coordinated effort to disrupt the activities of Kurdish rebel bases.
Scores of Kurds have fled their homes in the northern frontier region after four days of shelling by the Iranian army. Local officials said Turkey had also fired a number of shells into Iraqi territory.
Well, that is an interesting turn of events... Just more evidence that we are going to have to do something about Iran at some point.
One major problem with a war with Iran though. Iran is the 4th largest oil exporter in the world. It will be a difficult task to pump, ship, or refine irradiated oil.
You know a long while back I said our dependence on foreign oil was a potential national security risk and that we should start drilling our own oil. I think we are about to find out just how big of a risk it is in the not so distant future.
Scores of Kurds have fled their homes in the northern frontier region after four days of shelling by the Iranian army. Local officials said Turkey had also fired a number of shells into Iraqi territory.
Well, that is an interesting turn of events... Just more evidence that we are going to have to do something about Iran at some point.
One major problem with a war with Iran though. Iran is the 4th largest oil exporter in the world. It will be a difficult task to pump, ship, or refine irradiated oil.
You know a long while back I said our dependence on foreign oil was a potential national security risk and that we should start drilling our own oil. I think we are about to find out just how big of a risk it is in the not so distant future.
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Today is National Airborne Day
Today is National Airborne Day. A day to commemorate the first official Army parachute jump that took place on August 16, 1940. We salute a distinguished group of individuals who volunteered to be in the first parachute test platoon.
Think about that for a moment... volunteered to be the first to test jumping out of an airplane... not knowing if the chute was actually going to work or not... that takes balls.
Yeah sure I jump out of planes but hundreds have gone before me, these guys were the first. I am not sure I could have done that.
So today I thank these brave men whose courage and dedication have earned them a cherished place in American history.
Our Nation's Airborne forces have helped liberate millions from oppression and extend peace and freedom around the world. From the initial tests of this new medium of warfare, to the establishment of venerable units serving today, these brave men and women have expanded the vision and capabilities of our Armed Forces.
The Army designated the first Airborne division on August 15, 1942, and the 82nd Airborne Division set the standard for achievement and built a proud legacy of service. Many units followed in their footsteps, fighting bravely in battle and serving our country with distinction in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and other critical missions.
Today's Airborne forces continue the tradition of excellence and determination as we fight the global war on terror.
"On the 7th day God rested and observed his creation. He realized there was evil in the world. So on the 8th day God created the U.S. Paratrooper. Lightining struck, the Earth shook, and the Devil stood at 'parade rest'."
"People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf."- George Orwell Here are the words paratrooper live by:
Airborne Creed
I am an Airborne Trooper! A PARATROOPER!
I jump by parachute from any plane in flight. I volunteered to do it, knowing well the hazards of my choice. I serve in a mighty Airborne Force- famed for deeds in war- renowned for readiness in peace. It is my pledge in all that I am- in all that I do. I am an elite trooper- a sky trooper- a shock trooper- a spearhead trooper. I blaze the way to far- flung goals- behind, before, above the foe's front line. I know that I may have to fight without support for days on end. Therefore, I keep in mind and body always fit to do my part in any Airborne task. I am self- reliant and unafraid. I shoot true,and march fast and far. I fight hard and excel in art and article of war. I never fail a fellow trooper. I cherrish as a sacred trust the lives of men with whom I serve. Leaders have my fullest loyalty, and those I lead never find me lacking.
I have pride in the Airborne! I never let it down!
In peace, I do not shrink the dullest of duty, not protest the toughest training. My weapons and equipment are always combat ready... I am neat of dress- Military in courtesy- proper in conduct and behavior. In battle, I fear no foe's ability, nor underestimate his prowess, power and guile. I fight him with all my might and skill- ever alert to evade capture or escape trap. I never surrender, though I be the last. My goal in peace or war is to suceed in any mission of the day- or die, if need be, in the try. I belong to a proud and glorious team, the Airborne, the Army, my country. I am its chosen, with pride to fight where others may not go- to serve them well until final victory.
I am a trooper of the sky! I am my nations best! In peace or war I never fail. Anywhere, anytime, in anything- I AM AIRBORNE!
Bush says Israel won, but did they?
There seems to be a lot of controversy brewing about who exactly won the war between Israel and Hezbollah. Since there was no decisive military victory it is a rather interesting question.
President Bush claims that Israel won the war, but did they?
Lets take a look at what happened:
Hezbollah was not destroyed. In our War On Terror, we proclaim as our objective to kill or bring to justice terrorists or at least thats what President Bush said when we started the war.
But Hezbollah, who are terrorists, is still in place, and some argue are stronger than ever.
The threat from Hezbollah was never neutralized. Let's be real... The U.N. Peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, who are not even allowed to fire their weapons, are not going to keep Hezbollah from attacking Israel with missile rockets.
Here's the big one... The Israeli troops that were kidnapped have not been returned. This was what began the whole conflict in the first place and Israel quit fighting before getting any of them back.
The fact of the matter is not only did Israel lose, but they lost big.
They now look weak in the eyes of the Islamic terrorist world because Hezbollah drove them out of Lebanon.
Israel could have and should have continued to fight on, ignoring international opinion and completing their mission. But they didn't because the Bush Administration talked them out of it. And since Israel relies on billions of dollars of American foreign aid, they complied.
When you look at the big picture there will be consequences for this because sooner or later we are going to have to fight these killers and their Iranian masters. The longer we wait the bloodier it will be.
President Bush claims that Israel won the war, but did they?
Lets take a look at what happened:
Hezbollah was not destroyed. In our War On Terror, we proclaim as our objective to kill or bring to justice terrorists or at least thats what President Bush said when we started the war.
But Hezbollah, who are terrorists, is still in place, and some argue are stronger than ever.
The threat from Hezbollah was never neutralized. Let's be real... The U.N. Peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, who are not even allowed to fire their weapons, are not going to keep Hezbollah from attacking Israel with missile rockets.
Here's the big one... The Israeli troops that were kidnapped have not been returned. This was what began the whole conflict in the first place and Israel quit fighting before getting any of them back.
The fact of the matter is not only did Israel lose, but they lost big.
They now look weak in the eyes of the Islamic terrorist world because Hezbollah drove them out of Lebanon.
Israel could have and should have continued to fight on, ignoring international opinion and completing their mission. But they didn't because the Bush Administration talked them out of it. And since Israel relies on billions of dollars of American foreign aid, they complied.
When you look at the big picture there will be consequences for this because sooner or later we are going to have to fight these killers and their Iranian masters. The longer we wait the bloodier it will be.
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
Was Iran backing and fighting along side Hezbollah?
So just how much influence did Iran play supporting Hezbollah against Israel?
It is no secret that Iran would love to wipe Israel and America off the face of the Earth. So it should be of no surprise to learn that there is evidence that the so-called Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon are actually soldiers that were trained in Iran. In fact, bodies of Iranian Revolutionary Guards have been found among the dead.
Also Hezbollah was forced to abandoned a fighting position leaving behind conclusive evidence that Syria - and almost certainly Iran - provided the anti-tank missiles that were left behind.
And just today Iran is telling Israel to fear their missles while thousands of Iranian citizens take to streets chanting, 'Lebanon won, Israel destroyed'; dozens of ambulances hold procession in show of empathy with casualties of war. Senior religious figure in Iran warns: 'If Israel and US attack us, we will shoot missiles at Tel Aviv'
Are you starting to realize this cease fire was not the best plan of action for Israel.
It is no secret that Iran would love to wipe Israel and America off the face of the Earth. So it should be of no surprise to learn that there is evidence that the so-called Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon are actually soldiers that were trained in Iran. In fact, bodies of Iranian Revolutionary Guards have been found among the dead.
Also Hezbollah was forced to abandoned a fighting position leaving behind conclusive evidence that Syria - and almost certainly Iran - provided the anti-tank missiles that were left behind.
And just today Iran is telling Israel to fear their missles while thousands of Iranian citizens take to streets chanting, 'Lebanon won, Israel destroyed'; dozens of ambulances hold procession in show of empathy with casualties of war. Senior religious figure in Iran warns: 'If Israel and US attack us, we will shoot missiles at Tel Aviv'
Are you starting to realize this cease fire was not the best plan of action for Israel.
Hate Mail
Every now and then I get some hate mail that I just can't resist sharing. Here is a e-mail I got from Eric. Apparently Eric doesn't like me to well... Oh well.
i find you to be one of the most vile human beings on Earth. Although i don't wish evil on anyone, i would not care one bit if you died a painful, and agonizing death. you are a sick twisted hateful person.
People like you spread hate, start wars and cause the death of the innocent.
YOU are the hater of mankind. I read the headlines of some of your posts and read a couple. It is hard for me to comprehend that anyone can have such hatred within him. It is quite obvious that you would support the neo-nazi-conservatives like Bush. Someday you will have to answer for your evilness, and it won't be to anyone here on earth. A Greater Power than you or I will be the judge. If you don't believe that, then you don't believe in the Bible.
Eric
Wow!!! I may actually loose sleep over this one.... or not.
i find you to be one of the most vile human beings on Earth. Although i don't wish evil on anyone, i would not care one bit if you died a painful, and agonizing death. you are a sick twisted hateful person.
People like you spread hate, start wars and cause the death of the innocent.
YOU are the hater of mankind. I read the headlines of some of your posts and read a couple. It is hard for me to comprehend that anyone can have such hatred within him. It is quite obvious that you would support the neo-nazi-conservatives like Bush. Someday you will have to answer for your evilness, and it won't be to anyone here on earth. A Greater Power than you or I will be the judge. If you don't believe that, then you don't believe in the Bible.
Eric
Wow!!! I may actually loose sleep over this one.... or not.
Monday, August 14, 2006
MTCW Pic of the Day
Wail to the Chief Now thats just funny right there, I don't care who you are. If you can't laugh at that you need to find a new blog to read.
Hezbollah lives to destroy Israel another day.
Well folks so much for Israel showing the world how to fight these terrorist bastards. After a month long relentless assault on Hezbollah targets -- and just before getting ready to launch a massive ground offensive, Israel has caved into international pressure.
That's right...Israel has agreed to cease-fire, prepared by the forever failing United Nations. The cease fire went into effect at 1:00 a.m. Eastern time today. In accordance to the plan Lebanon is going to send troops to control the southern part of the country now run by Hezbollah, the United Nations has promised to send capable troops to patrol the area with the Lebanese troops, and Hezbollah is going to be disarmed.
Let me repeat that last part… Hezbollah is going to be disarmed…yeah… as Bill Cosby would say Riiight…
The cease fire agreement may call for the disarmament of Hezbollah, but we all know that will happen around the same time all criminals are disarmed.
If Israel's goal was to eliminate Hezbollah, then they have stopped well short of this goal. Many citizens in Israel are not happy with the cease fire and thinks they should have kept on fighting until Hezbollah was wiped out. They know fear that Hezbollah will one day attack them again. How right they are…
So why did Israel agree to a cease fire? Because of international pressure plain and simple. Pressure applied by the United States, pressure applied by the United Nations and the Europeans. All of this happened just like the Islamic terrorists in Hezbollah, Iran and Syria wanted it to. The very fact that the head of Hezbollah agreed with the ceasefire tells you how bad it is.
I am telling you folks, if you want to understand the mindset of the Islamic fascist terrorist you must learn to think like one. You must read the Qu’ran. You will then realize that today was a victory for Hezbollah and they view the cease fire as a chance to regroup and prepare for the next battle.
There is not one ounce of doubt in my mind that Hezbollah will take advantage of this cease fire to re-strengthen and re-arm. Any belief that Hezbollah will actually disarm is absurd. The goal will remain the same; to destroy Israel.
Unfortunately most people in the U.S. and the West do not understand this. They believe that as long as no one is bombing the other there is peace and all is good. The truth is there will never be peace until one side is destroyed… I personally would rather see Hezbollah destroyed instead of Israel.
You might think that the world bringing immense pressure on Israel to stop its bombardment of Hezbollah is not really such a big deal. Well, it's hard to say how long you're going to have to wait --- perhaps days or weeks, perhaps months or years -- before Hezbollah strikes again to prove your naivety and to think it could have all been avoided if we would have just let Israel finish Hezbollah off once and for all.
That's right...Israel has agreed to cease-fire, prepared by the forever failing United Nations. The cease fire went into effect at 1:00 a.m. Eastern time today. In accordance to the plan Lebanon is going to send troops to control the southern part of the country now run by Hezbollah, the United Nations has promised to send capable troops to patrol the area with the Lebanese troops, and Hezbollah is going to be disarmed.
Let me repeat that last part… Hezbollah is going to be disarmed…yeah… as Bill Cosby would say Riiight…
The cease fire agreement may call for the disarmament of Hezbollah, but we all know that will happen around the same time all criminals are disarmed.
If Israel's goal was to eliminate Hezbollah, then they have stopped well short of this goal. Many citizens in Israel are not happy with the cease fire and thinks they should have kept on fighting until Hezbollah was wiped out. They know fear that Hezbollah will one day attack them again. How right they are…
So why did Israel agree to a cease fire? Because of international pressure plain and simple. Pressure applied by the United States, pressure applied by the United Nations and the Europeans. All of this happened just like the Islamic terrorists in Hezbollah, Iran and Syria wanted it to. The very fact that the head of Hezbollah agreed with the ceasefire tells you how bad it is.
I am telling you folks, if you want to understand the mindset of the Islamic fascist terrorist you must learn to think like one. You must read the Qu’ran. You will then realize that today was a victory for Hezbollah and they view the cease fire as a chance to regroup and prepare for the next battle.
There is not one ounce of doubt in my mind that Hezbollah will take advantage of this cease fire to re-strengthen and re-arm. Any belief that Hezbollah will actually disarm is absurd. The goal will remain the same; to destroy Israel.
Unfortunately most people in the U.S. and the West do not understand this. They believe that as long as no one is bombing the other there is peace and all is good. The truth is there will never be peace until one side is destroyed… I personally would rather see Hezbollah destroyed instead of Israel.
You might think that the world bringing immense pressure on Israel to stop its bombardment of Hezbollah is not really such a big deal. Well, it's hard to say how long you're going to have to wait --- perhaps days or weeks, perhaps months or years -- before Hezbollah strikes again to prove your naivety and to think it could have all been avoided if we would have just let Israel finish Hezbollah off once and for all.
Does Iran have a August 22nd surprise???
Here's an interesting article by Robert Spencer which was written last month. The title of the article is "Iran's Day of Terror?"
Spenser is one of many experts on Islam who believe that Iran might be planning a massive terrorist attack on August 22nd, and possibly overnight on August 21. This particular night is known as the Night of the Sira'a and Miira'aj to Muslims, the night Mohammed ascended to heaven.
The Night of the Sira'a about 7 days away.
Spenser writes that Farid Ghadry, the president of the Reform Part of Syria believes that Iranian president Ahmadinejad is promising to illuminate the night sky over Jerusalem on that evening.
Well ... an x number of airplanes exploding on their way to America would certainly light up the night sky now wouldn't it?
Just a thought.
Spenser is one of many experts on Islam who believe that Iran might be planning a massive terrorist attack on August 22nd, and possibly overnight on August 21. This particular night is known as the Night of the Sira'a and Miira'aj to Muslims, the night Mohammed ascended to heaven.
The Night of the Sira'a about 7 days away.
Spenser writes that Farid Ghadry, the president of the Reform Part of Syria believes that Iranian president Ahmadinejad is promising to illuminate the night sky over Jerusalem on that evening.
Well ... an x number of airplanes exploding on their way to America would certainly light up the night sky now wouldn't it?
Just a thought.
4 out of 10 Americans prejudice against Muslims new poll finds.
A new Gallup poll says that 4 in 10 Americans admit being prejudiced toward Muslims. That same amount think Muslims should be required to carry a special ID. Gee I wonder why...
Almost immediately following the 9-11 attacks we were told and continue to be told that the Islam religion is a religion of peace and tolerance. That Islam is not the enemy but rather a bunch of fundamentalist Islam extremist were the root of our problems...
Well sorry folks but I just do not see it. Take your pick of the inhumane acts committed by, do I dare say Muslims over the past couple of years…
·Muslims fly commercial airliners into buildings in New York City. No Muslim outrage
·Muslim officials block the exit where school girls are trying to escape a burning building because their faces were exposed. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims cut off the heads of three teenaged girls on their way to school in Indonesia. A Christian school. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims murder teachers trying to teach Muslim children in Iraq. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims murder over 80 tourists with car bombs outside cafes and hotels in Egypt. No Muslim outrage.
· A Muslim attacks a missionary children's school in India. Kills six. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims slaughter hundreds of children and teachers in Beslan, Russia. Muslims shoot children in the back. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims murder more than 50 commuters in attacks on London subways and busses. Over 700 are injured. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslim newspapers publish anti-Semitic cartoons. No Muslim outrage
·Muslims are involved, on one side or the other, in almost every one of the 125+ shooting wars around the world. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims beat the charred bodies of Western civilians with their shoes, then hang them from a bridge. No Muslim outrage.
The Islamic religion has been hijacked by extremist who have inflicted death, destruction and violent crimes against humanity around the world at the hands of Muslims .. no Muslim outrage ..
Muslims taking hostages in Iraq and sawing their heads off.
Lets face it....It just hasn't been a good few of years of public relations for the followers of Allah.
Is it any wonder 4 out of 10 Americans are prejudice against them. I am shocked the numbers aren't higher.
I have said it before and I will say it again. Not all Muslims are terrorists, but so far all terrorists have been Muslim...I should put that on a bumper sticker or something...
Almost immediately following the 9-11 attacks we were told and continue to be told that the Islam religion is a religion of peace and tolerance. That Islam is not the enemy but rather a bunch of fundamentalist Islam extremist were the root of our problems...
Well sorry folks but I just do not see it. Take your pick of the inhumane acts committed by, do I dare say Muslims over the past couple of years…
·Muslims fly commercial airliners into buildings in New York City. No Muslim outrage
·Muslim officials block the exit where school girls are trying to escape a burning building because their faces were exposed. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims cut off the heads of three teenaged girls on their way to school in Indonesia. A Christian school. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims murder teachers trying to teach Muslim children in Iraq. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims murder over 80 tourists with car bombs outside cafes and hotels in Egypt. No Muslim outrage.
· A Muslim attacks a missionary children's school in India. Kills six. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims slaughter hundreds of children and teachers in Beslan, Russia. Muslims shoot children in the back. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims murder more than 50 commuters in attacks on London subways and busses. Over 700 are injured. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslim newspapers publish anti-Semitic cartoons. No Muslim outrage
·Muslims are involved, on one side or the other, in almost every one of the 125+ shooting wars around the world. No Muslim outrage.
· Muslims beat the charred bodies of Western civilians with their shoes, then hang them from a bridge. No Muslim outrage.
The Islamic religion has been hijacked by extremist who have inflicted death, destruction and violent crimes against humanity around the world at the hands of Muslims .. no Muslim outrage ..
Muslims taking hostages in Iraq and sawing their heads off.
Lets face it....It just hasn't been a good few of years of public relations for the followers of Allah.
Is it any wonder 4 out of 10 Americans are prejudice against them. I am shocked the numbers aren't higher.
I have said it before and I will say it again. Not all Muslims are terrorists, but so far all terrorists have been Muslim...I should put that on a bumper sticker or something...
Tony Spain's suggested reading assignments.
Sorry folks no reading assignments today... had to work late and I don't ever ask you to read anything that I haven't already read.
However I do have Today's eye candy instead: Anna Kournikova gallery - Life After Tennis
However I do have Today's eye candy instead: Anna Kournikova gallery - Life After Tennis
Sunday, August 13, 2006
The World Trade Center Movie
Nicolas Cage in "World Trade Center."This was a great and very powerful movie. I saw it opening night. Ironically it opened the night before British authorities stopped what could have been a terrorist attack as big as 9-11.
This movie was a great reminder of what happened to us on that day and the sacrafices that were made to help out fellow man kind.
It was a reminder to me of how I felt that day. I remember it as if it was yesterday actually. I remember seeing the footage on the Today Show and thinking that it must have been some kind of movie or something at first. Then as I listened closer I realized it was a live news cast and the reporter was saying that the plane had been misdirected by air traffic control, as if an airline captain would folllow faulty instructions and fly into a building. Then I watched the second plane smash into the other tower. I damn near dropped my coffee for at that point I realized that we had just been hit and hit hard. The rest of the day was not the same for me from that point on. As the day unfolded their were numerous reports the Pentagon was hit another plane crashed in Pennsylvania that may have been heading towards the White House.
Needless to say, What I saw and felt on September 11th left me doing a lot of soul searching:
Wondering what I could or should do for my country. A country that I knew and still believe is the greatest place on Earth. A country that I had enjoyed all the benefits of living in because of the sacrafices of others before me, but I had never done a damn thing for it. I knew the answer to my questions the next day and found myself at the recruiters office.
After a back and forth with the recruiter, I enlisted in December of 2001 on a delayed entry program that allowed me to get my financial life in order. Because the decision I had made was going cut my income in almost three fourths.
Although, I had to change my lifestyle it is not a desicion that I have ever regreted to this day. I believe that it has made me a better person and it has really made me appreciate the things I have in my life more especially after being to Iraq. I have also met wonderful people that I would never have met otherwise and I am thankful for all of it.
We need more movies like "World Trade Center" to help us remember just what it is that we are fighting for.
Egyptian foreign exchange students fail to show at Montana State Univ.
HAVE YOU SEEN THESE MEN?These are the Egyptian 'students' who failed to show up at Montana State Universityas part of a student exchange program. They could be coming to an airplane seat near you.
Archived: Why we need the Patriot Act
Here is a column I wrote for the North Carolina Conservative back in July of 2005.
With the continued threats of terrorism like we saw last week I think it still applies.
Why we need the Patriot Act
The Senate Judiciary Committee had a late night last week arguing over various aspects of the Patriot Act until 3 a.m. The debate finally ended with a compromise bill that was then passed by the House of Representatives 257 approval, 171 disapproval. Most voting against it were Democrats a slim few were Republicans. The bill still has to be debated by the full Senate. The bill extends permanently all but two of the provisions of the Act. These two will need to be reviewed -- 10 years from now; which they then could be made permanent. The House and Senate versions differ on this and that point, but the principles being discussed are pretty much the same and have to do with what it is we are willing to forfeit in order to advance our security, or seek to advance it.
Now most conservatives that oppose the Patriot Act do so because they believe we are giving up freedom in order to have security. It was Benjamin Franklin who said those who give up freedom in order to have security deserve neither freedom or security. Ben was absolutely right then, but does his statement hold true today?
The world was a much different place when Ben Franklin was with us. Our country had the security from attacks on our home land by our fortunate geographic location. Thousands of miles of ocean on each side protected us from attack or invasion up until the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Even then it was nearly impossible for a long range bomber to reach us and there was no such thing as long range missiles. Much has changed since then. Today a missile from the other side of the globe could reach Chicago or St. Louis in an hour and a half. Add a chemical or biological warhead on it the results would be devastating. An unlikely scenario but it is possible. A more realistic scenario a nuke suitcase bomb smuggled across the border with the help of organized international gangs or crime.
The argument unfortunately rests, in many cases, on unseen and unpredictable factors. No one can say for sure what lies ahead. But when terrorists have the ability to transmit a lethal communication by cell phone to set off a detonator to a bomb in a trillionth of a second law enforcement must have the tools such as the Patriot Act to gather the intelligence to prevent it.
The Patriot Act allows law enforcement to enlarge the range of suspects. . It allows law enforcement to uncover terrorists from the masses and stop terrorist attacks.
On July 7 in London it was four British Muslims, indistinguishable to the authorities until that day from a million other British Muslims. Their targets: 56 complete strangers, who did nothing more offensive or conspicuous than to ride in subways and on a bus.
The Patriot Act has stopped similar attacks from happening here. A terrorist cell’s plan in New York to set bombs on the Brooklyn bridge was uncovered. What about the terrorist training camp uncovered in California. This is just a small list but may not have been discovered until it was too late without the Patriot Act.
Progress begins by pooling intelligence information, and that is the major contribution of the Patriot Act. Before the Patriot Act material that was of the FBI wasn’t compared with material that was of the CIA.
Others who oppose the Patriot Act do so because they say civil liberties are being violated. They feel that it infringes on their rights to privacy and free speech. They are reluctant to permit the government to inform itself to business and library records and to conduct roving wiretaps. The distribution of funds, the people you visit, the books you read and the e-mails you dispatch?
Why is the government so interested in all of this? Why is it necessary to investigate people’s personal lives like this?
Well, I have a feeling they probably aren’t interested that you shop at Wal-Mart or that you just read the latest Harry Potter Book.
Let me give you an idea of what they are looking into and some good reasons why this is necessary.
In March 2003, Eco-radical Craig Rosebraugh, former spokesman for the extremely violent Earth Liberation Front, (who is on the FBI domestic terrorist list) wrote a manifesto sent across the internet calling on fellow leftist to take direct actions against US military establishments, urban centers, corporations, government buildings and media outlets. His plans included:
1) Attack the financial centers of the country. Using covert or black block techniques . . . physically shut down financial centers which regulate and assist the functioning of U.S. economy. This can be done in a variety of ways from massive property destruction, to online sabotage, to physical occupation of buildings.
2) Large scale urban rioting. With massive unrest and even state of emergencies declared in major cities across the country, the U.S. government will be forced to send U.S. troops into the domestic arena thereby taking resources and political focus away from the war.
3) Attack the media centers of the country. . . . Using any means necessary, shut down the national networks of NBC, ABC, CBS, CNN, etc. . . .
4) Spread the battle to the individuals responsible for the war and destruction of life -- the very heads of government and U.S. corporations. No longer should these people be able to hide behind their occupations, living their lives in peace while they simultaneously slaughter countless people. Hit them in their personal lives, visit their homes, and make them feel personally responsible for committing massive atrocities.
5) Make it known publicly that this movement DOES NOT support U.S. troops as long as they are serving an unjust and horrifying political regime. Create an atmosphere lacking of support to assist U.S. troops at home and abroad in losing their morale and will to fight.
6) Actively target U.S. military establishments within the United States . . . use any means necessary to slow down the functioning of the murdering body.
In April 2003, A group of peace activist called Direct Action to Stop the War set up a blockade at an Oakland port . The primary target was to stop American President Lines, a longtime carrier of military cargo. APL made 9 vessels available to the department of defense to move ammunition, food, and supplies to US troops fighting in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
The anti-war obstructionists weren't exercising their "free speech." They blocked trucks, employees, entryways and streets in order to stop the shipment of things like bullets, rations, lubricants, medical supplies, repair parts and chemical defense equipment to our troops. They also targeted Stevedoring Services of America, which handled some 3 million tons of humanitarian aid.
In January 2005, the anti-war extremists of Code Pink traveled to the Jordan-Iraq border and doled out $600,000 in aid to "the other side."
In February 2005, civil rights attorney and leftist Lynne Stewart was convicted on five counts of conspiring to aid Islamic terrorists and lying to the government about smuggling messages from her jailed client, terrorist mastermind Shiekh Omar Abdel Rahman, to his followers in Egypt.
In June 2005, Professor Ward Churchill suggested to a Portland audience that killing military officers with explosive devices was a more effective anti-war tactic than conscientious objection. "Fragging an officer has a much more impactful effect," Churchill advised.
We are fighting an enemy within just as determined to destroy our country as the terrorist abroad. It is law enforcements job to take these threats to our domestic security just as seriously as they take terrorist threats. We must provide them with the ability to investigate these threats and stop them before they become catastrophic.
I understand if the Patriot Act is abused it could put some freedoms and liberties in jeopardy. That is why I believe there should be sunset provisions set. When the threat is gone the Patriot Act should be gone. Until then what other alternative is there? Hasn’t tolerating the civil liberties of terrorist taken and threatened enough lives already.
Also read this one from the MTCW archives: Civil Rights vs. National Security written Jan 23 2006
With the continued threats of terrorism like we saw last week I think it still applies.
Why we need the Patriot Act
The Senate Judiciary Committee had a late night last week arguing over various aspects of the Patriot Act until 3 a.m. The debate finally ended with a compromise bill that was then passed by the House of Representatives 257 approval, 171 disapproval. Most voting against it were Democrats a slim few were Republicans. The bill still has to be debated by the full Senate. The bill extends permanently all but two of the provisions of the Act. These two will need to be reviewed -- 10 years from now; which they then could be made permanent. The House and Senate versions differ on this and that point, but the principles being discussed are pretty much the same and have to do with what it is we are willing to forfeit in order to advance our security, or seek to advance it.
Now most conservatives that oppose the Patriot Act do so because they believe we are giving up freedom in order to have security. It was Benjamin Franklin who said those who give up freedom in order to have security deserve neither freedom or security. Ben was absolutely right then, but does his statement hold true today?
The world was a much different place when Ben Franklin was with us. Our country had the security from attacks on our home land by our fortunate geographic location. Thousands of miles of ocean on each side protected us from attack or invasion up until the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Even then it was nearly impossible for a long range bomber to reach us and there was no such thing as long range missiles. Much has changed since then. Today a missile from the other side of the globe could reach Chicago or St. Louis in an hour and a half. Add a chemical or biological warhead on it the results would be devastating. An unlikely scenario but it is possible. A more realistic scenario a nuke suitcase bomb smuggled across the border with the help of organized international gangs or crime.
The argument unfortunately rests, in many cases, on unseen and unpredictable factors. No one can say for sure what lies ahead. But when terrorists have the ability to transmit a lethal communication by cell phone to set off a detonator to a bomb in a trillionth of a second law enforcement must have the tools such as the Patriot Act to gather the intelligence to prevent it.
The Patriot Act allows law enforcement to enlarge the range of suspects. . It allows law enforcement to uncover terrorists from the masses and stop terrorist attacks.
On July 7 in London it was four British Muslims, indistinguishable to the authorities until that day from a million other British Muslims. Their targets: 56 complete strangers, who did nothing more offensive or conspicuous than to ride in subways and on a bus.
The Patriot Act has stopped similar attacks from happening here. A terrorist cell’s plan in New York to set bombs on the Brooklyn bridge was uncovered. What about the terrorist training camp uncovered in California. This is just a small list but may not have been discovered until it was too late without the Patriot Act.
Progress begins by pooling intelligence information, and that is the major contribution of the Patriot Act. Before the Patriot Act material that was of the FBI wasn’t compared with material that was of the CIA.
Others who oppose the Patriot Act do so because they say civil liberties are being violated. They feel that it infringes on their rights to privacy and free speech. They are reluctant to permit the government to inform itself to business and library records and to conduct roving wiretaps. The distribution of funds, the people you visit, the books you read and the e-mails you dispatch?
Why is the government so interested in all of this? Why is it necessary to investigate people’s personal lives like this?
Well, I have a feeling they probably aren’t interested that you shop at Wal-Mart or that you just read the latest Harry Potter Book.
Let me give you an idea of what they are looking into and some good reasons why this is necessary.
In March 2003, Eco-radical Craig Rosebraugh, former spokesman for the extremely violent Earth Liberation Front, (who is on the FBI domestic terrorist list) wrote a manifesto sent across the internet calling on fellow leftist to take direct actions against US military establishments, urban centers, corporations, government buildings and media outlets. His plans included:
1) Attack the financial centers of the country. Using covert or black block techniques . . . physically shut down financial centers which regulate and assist the functioning of U.S. economy. This can be done in a variety of ways from massive property destruction, to online sabotage, to physical occupation of buildings.
2) Large scale urban rioting. With massive unrest and even state of emergencies declared in major cities across the country, the U.S. government will be forced to send U.S. troops into the domestic arena thereby taking resources and political focus away from the war.
3) Attack the media centers of the country. . . . Using any means necessary, shut down the national networks of NBC, ABC, CBS, CNN, etc. . . .
4) Spread the battle to the individuals responsible for the war and destruction of life -- the very heads of government and U.S. corporations. No longer should these people be able to hide behind their occupations, living their lives in peace while they simultaneously slaughter countless people. Hit them in their personal lives, visit their homes, and make them feel personally responsible for committing massive atrocities.
5) Make it known publicly that this movement DOES NOT support U.S. troops as long as they are serving an unjust and horrifying political regime. Create an atmosphere lacking of support to assist U.S. troops at home and abroad in losing their morale and will to fight.
6) Actively target U.S. military establishments within the United States . . . use any means necessary to slow down the functioning of the murdering body.
In April 2003, A group of peace activist called Direct Action to Stop the War set up a blockade at an Oakland port . The primary target was to stop American President Lines, a longtime carrier of military cargo. APL made 9 vessels available to the department of defense to move ammunition, food, and supplies to US troops fighting in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
The anti-war obstructionists weren't exercising their "free speech." They blocked trucks, employees, entryways and streets in order to stop the shipment of things like bullets, rations, lubricants, medical supplies, repair parts and chemical defense equipment to our troops. They also targeted Stevedoring Services of America, which handled some 3 million tons of humanitarian aid.
In January 2005, the anti-war extremists of Code Pink traveled to the Jordan-Iraq border and doled out $600,000 in aid to "the other side."
In February 2005, civil rights attorney and leftist Lynne Stewart was convicted on five counts of conspiring to aid Islamic terrorists and lying to the government about smuggling messages from her jailed client, terrorist mastermind Shiekh Omar Abdel Rahman, to his followers in Egypt.
In June 2005, Professor Ward Churchill suggested to a Portland audience that killing military officers with explosive devices was a more effective anti-war tactic than conscientious objection. "Fragging an officer has a much more impactful effect," Churchill advised.
We are fighting an enemy within just as determined to destroy our country as the terrorist abroad. It is law enforcements job to take these threats to our domestic security just as seriously as they take terrorist threats. We must provide them with the ability to investigate these threats and stop them before they become catastrophic.
I understand if the Patriot Act is abused it could put some freedoms and liberties in jeopardy. That is why I believe there should be sunset provisions set. When the threat is gone the Patriot Act should be gone. Until then what other alternative is there? Hasn’t tolerating the civil liberties of terrorist taken and threatened enough lives already.
Also read this one from the MTCW archives: Civil Rights vs. National Security written Jan 23 2006
A Liberal Activist Supports FairTax Plan
I have often tried to point out that the FairTax plan is not a partisan plan but rather a common sense plan on how to fix our over burdening tax system. However, most people seem to think that the FairTax plan is part of some kind of conservative agenda.Well here is an article about Ron Deval, who they claim is a "liberal idealist" and an "advocate of all things that favor humanity" and guess what folks... Deval is a FairTax maniac!
I have often wondered why liberals aren't knocking each other over trying to get behind this tax reform plan that completely lifts all of the federal tax burden from the backs of the poor?
Could it be just like the Republicans the Democrats have to many tax lobbiest on K street supporting their campaigns.
The fact is neither party is going to back this plan it is going to be the people of the United States that are going to have to demand that this plan be passed. It will take a serious grass roots effort to get this done, but it can be done.
Tony's Suggested Reading Assignments
Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich has some advice for Israel. The plan should be to destroy the enemy, not contain it. How right he is now, if only the Bush Administration would subscribe to this theory in the war on terror.
Former New York Mayor and liberal Ed Koch, always one to speak his mind, says George W. Bush and Tony Blair deserve credit for standing with Israel in its fight against Hezbollah. The same cannot be said for various other Euro-weinies.
Former New York Mayor and liberal Ed Koch, always one to speak his mind, says George W. Bush and Tony Blair deserve credit for standing with Israel in its fight against Hezbollah. The same cannot be said for various other Euro-weinies.
Saturday, August 12, 2006
MTCW Pic of the Day.
Who says blondes are stupid??? These two blondes are definately on track and came out to support the FairTax in Orlando.
I am back!!!
Yes my friends the Minister of Conservatism is back! I know it has been a long time gone and I apologize for that but school took up a lot of my time.
It would seem that a lot has happened since I left the blogosphere. I hardly know where to start. We have things really heating up in the Middle East as Israel fights for there existence. We have the broken up terrorist plot to blow up 10 airlines with some kind of liquid based bomb and of course you know I will have something to say about the FairTax. There was a FairTax rally in Orlando Florida recently and a whole lot more.
Anyways I would also like to send a quick thanks to my concerned fans who e-mailed asking if everything was ok. Everything is fine, I am back and ready to offend the blue and red states.
Also, I am thinking about moving the blog and comming up with a new name in the near future. Give me some input on what you think about that.
It would seem that a lot has happened since I left the blogosphere. I hardly know where to start. We have things really heating up in the Middle East as Israel fights for there existence. We have the broken up terrorist plot to blow up 10 airlines with some kind of liquid based bomb and of course you know I will have something to say about the FairTax. There was a FairTax rally in Orlando Florida recently and a whole lot more.
Anyways I would also like to send a quick thanks to my concerned fans who e-mailed asking if everything was ok. Everything is fine, I am back and ready to offend the blue and red states.
Also, I am thinking about moving the blog and comming up with a new name in the near future. Give me some input on what you think about that.
Israel is showing the world how to fight the war on terror
Israel has been fighting terrorism for well as long as I can remember but just recently they were forced to escalate the way they fight that war when Hezbollah kidnapped soldiers and before that was randomly launching missles into Israel.
Israel has every right to defend themselves by using any means of force they feel is neccessary and that is exactly what they are doing.
Israel is taking a lot of heat from the U.N. and Euro weinies on what they say is an over aggressive approach. I tend to dissagree with that.
Israel and the Western World is fighting for their very existence against Islamic fascists. Israel understands this most of the Western World seems to have somehow missed the memo.
Israel is teaching us how to fight a war and how to fight the war on terror. If we would have fought the Iraq war the way Israel is fighting, we wouldn't even be in Iraq right now and a lot more American Soldiers would be alive.
By the way... Is there any doubt in anyones mind that this is a World War? I mean I have been calling it that since the 9-11 attacks, but finally I see some members of the press calling it WWIII. Of course they still do not have it right. WWIII was the cold war, the war on terror is WWVI.
Israel has every right to defend themselves by using any means of force they feel is neccessary and that is exactly what they are doing.
Israel is taking a lot of heat from the U.N. and Euro weinies on what they say is an over aggressive approach. I tend to dissagree with that.
Israel and the Western World is fighting for their very existence against Islamic fascists. Israel understands this most of the Western World seems to have somehow missed the memo.
Israel is teaching us how to fight a war and how to fight the war on terror. If we would have fought the Iraq war the way Israel is fighting, we wouldn't even be in Iraq right now and a lot more American Soldiers would be alive.
By the way... Is there any doubt in anyones mind that this is a World War? I mean I have been calling it that since the 9-11 attacks, but finally I see some members of the press calling it WWIII. Of course they still do not have it right. WWIII was the cold war, the war on terror is WWVI.
Is there anyone out there that still doesn't get it!
While you were sleeping Wednesday night British intelligence agents were thwarting another terrorist attack. Twenty-one people, all Muslims, apparently all Arabs, are in custody. Officials say their plot has a strong Al-Qaeda connection.
These terrorist planned to blow up at least 10 airplanes flying from England to the U.S. killing hundreds of passengers on board each one.
A police official in the UK said the plan was "intended to be mass murder on an unimaginable scale." It is fabulous news that this plan was thwarted and no one was hurt.
Thursday should be the wake up call to those who do not believe or have forgotten that we are fighting a war agaisnt Islamic Radicalism. This is your wakeup call!
Right now there are people in this world who want to kill you and me for the simple fact that you are an infidel. Their main goal is to bring the entire world under Islamic law. They're intelligent and sophisticated in their plans for attack. They have money. They have resources. They're determined. They don't care if they die trying either because they believe either way they will receive eternal paradice... and they're very very patient.
They will blend into society, hold jobs, go to school, become outstanding members of society for years knowing the whole time that one day they are going to wake up and committ a terrorist attack.
How do you fight an enemy like that?
Well, to begin you must have access to good intelligence like the Brits did. Which is why we desperately need to keep the Patriot Act, and the NSA wire taps on international phone calls.
I know some of you will cry thats a violation of civil rights! Maybe but isn't the most important civil right is the right to life??? If your body is resting at room temperature because we were unable to stop the next terrorist attack what good are your civil rights?
But the main way to address radical Islam and the only way these terrorist will understand is the use of full force. We must completely and absolutely destroy it. Seek the Islamofascists throughout the world, locate them, and then destroy them. Anything less than the use of full force is a sign of weakness to them.
If you want to understand the enemy at hand you must learn to think like them. In other words you need to go out and get your hands on a Qur'an and read it. You will learn that their are no consequences for a Muslim to lie to an infidel and that cease fires are used to regroup and resupply with weapons for the next attack or battle.
So when we say negotiations, they hear appeasement. We say peace plan, they hear surrender. We say peaceful coexistence, they plot to grow their numbers and their strength while we drown ourselves in our own political correctness.
This global war on radical Islam is a fight for our Western civilization and culture. It's a fight for our very way of life.
If you don't get that then I want to talk to you... How can it be people don't understand this.
These terrorist planned to blow up at least 10 airplanes flying from England to the U.S. killing hundreds of passengers on board each one.
A police official in the UK said the plan was "intended to be mass murder on an unimaginable scale." It is fabulous news that this plan was thwarted and no one was hurt.
Thursday should be the wake up call to those who do not believe or have forgotten that we are fighting a war agaisnt Islamic Radicalism. This is your wakeup call!
Right now there are people in this world who want to kill you and me for the simple fact that you are an infidel. Their main goal is to bring the entire world under Islamic law. They're intelligent and sophisticated in their plans for attack. They have money. They have resources. They're determined. They don't care if they die trying either because they believe either way they will receive eternal paradice... and they're very very patient.
They will blend into society, hold jobs, go to school, become outstanding members of society for years knowing the whole time that one day they are going to wake up and committ a terrorist attack.
How do you fight an enemy like that?
Well, to begin you must have access to good intelligence like the Brits did. Which is why we desperately need to keep the Patriot Act, and the NSA wire taps on international phone calls.
I know some of you will cry thats a violation of civil rights! Maybe but isn't the most important civil right is the right to life??? If your body is resting at room temperature because we were unable to stop the next terrorist attack what good are your civil rights?
But the main way to address radical Islam and the only way these terrorist will understand is the use of full force. We must completely and absolutely destroy it. Seek the Islamofascists throughout the world, locate them, and then destroy them. Anything less than the use of full force is a sign of weakness to them.
If you want to understand the enemy at hand you must learn to think like them. In other words you need to go out and get your hands on a Qur'an and read it. You will learn that their are no consequences for a Muslim to lie to an infidel and that cease fires are used to regroup and resupply with weapons for the next attack or battle.
So when we say negotiations, they hear appeasement. We say peace plan, they hear surrender. We say peaceful coexistence, they plot to grow their numbers and their strength while we drown ourselves in our own political correctness.
This global war on radical Islam is a fight for our Western civilization and culture. It's a fight for our very way of life.
If you don't get that then I want to talk to you... How can it be people don't understand this.
Can we finally start racial profiling in airports?
The Brits have identified 19 of the Islamic terrorists who had been plotting to blow up as many as ten airliners over the Atlantic ocean.
What did they all have in common with each other and the 9-11 hijackers???
Well, I hope your sitting down for this shocking news... They were all men, younger men, between the ages of 19-35 and everyone of them had a Muslim name.
Are you shocked??? yeah, me either.
But the people running are security at the airports must be shocked out of their minds. I mean they keep searching 80 year old ladies, and pregnant women.
There are many absurdities in the way we are trying to keep Islamic terrorists off airplanes.
Our enemies here are not stupid. In fact they are pretty damn intelligent and when they see us refuse to profile at airport security points we look stupid and vulnerable.
I have said it before and I will say it again. Not all Muslims are terrorists, but so far all terrorists have been Muslim.
Bush finally refers to terrorist as Islamic fascists, CAIR is offended.
Thursday President George W. Bush really stirred the pudding when he made a statement to the media on the airport tarmac. His exact words: "This nation is at war with Islamic fascists who will use any means to destroy those of us who love freedom, to hurt our nation."
Thats right...he finally said it..."Islamic fascists"...It's about time that he starts to use the proper label.
Of course this didn't set too well with CAIR, the Council for American Islamic Relations. Their executive director was offended with the Islamic fascism label, saying "We believe this is an ill-advised term and we believe that it is counter-productive to associate Islam or Muslims with fascism," CAIR went on, speaking about the president: "We urge him and we urge other public officials to restrain themselves."
Ill advised term...they can't be serious???
Dictionary.com finds this definition of fascism: "A system of government marked by centralization of authority under a dictator, stringent socioeconomic controls, suppression of the opposition through terror and censorship, and typically a policy of belligerent nationalism and racism." Sound familiar? What was Iraq under Saddam Hussein...The Taliban, how about Iran and Syria.
Fascism is what these terrorists who were trying to blow up the planes on Thursday ultimately want for every country. Total Islamic law of the world.
Since when does speaking the truth require restraint? Almost every terrorist attack in the last 50 years has been committed in the name of Islam. That's their public relations problem, not ours.
Here we have a religion that has been hijacked by radical fundamental Islamic fascist who commit acts of terror against man kind and CAIR does not condemn the terrorists but condemns the President. Kind of makes you wonder just what side they're on.
Thats right...he finally said it..."Islamic fascists"...It's about time that he starts to use the proper label.
Of course this didn't set too well with CAIR, the Council for American Islamic Relations. Their executive director was offended with the Islamic fascism label, saying "We believe this is an ill-advised term and we believe that it is counter-productive to associate Islam or Muslims with fascism," CAIR went on, speaking about the president: "We urge him and we urge other public officials to restrain themselves."
Ill advised term...they can't be serious???
Dictionary.com finds this definition of fascism: "A system of government marked by centralization of authority under a dictator, stringent socioeconomic controls, suppression of the opposition through terror and censorship, and typically a policy of belligerent nationalism and racism." Sound familiar? What was Iraq under Saddam Hussein...The Taliban, how about Iran and Syria.
Fascism is what these terrorists who were trying to blow up the planes on Thursday ultimately want for every country. Total Islamic law of the world.
Since when does speaking the truth require restraint? Almost every terrorist attack in the last 50 years has been committed in the name of Islam. That's their public relations problem, not ours.
Here we have a religion that has been hijacked by radical fundamental Islamic fascist who commit acts of terror against man kind and CAIR does not condemn the terrorists but condemns the President. Kind of makes you wonder just what side they're on.
Orlando FairTax rally
Orlando held a FairTax rally Saturday, July 29. Despite the humidity and the heat they had a high turnout as well. Organizers say they were happy with the crowd and believe there may have been close to 10,000 people there all though the local news media reported only a couple hundred.
Here is a link to 13 pages of pics from the Orlando FairTax Rally Saturday I will let you be the judge of how many people were there. Here's your link!
One big disappointment from the rally was the bias reporting done by April Hunt from the Orlando Sentinel. I have often said that critics of the FairTax must change the terms of it before they can criticize it. April Hunt did just that. In one paragraph Hunt wrote: "Linder's plan calls for abolishing the income, payroll, gift and estate taxes. In their place, government would impose a 30 percent sales tax on all goods and services that consumers must pay."
The rate, of course, is 23%, not 30%. Nowhere in Hunt's article did she mention the 23% inclusive rate. Nowhere does she explain the difference between an inclusive tax and an exclusive tax. Nowhere in the article does she explain that the FairTax is quoted as an inclusive tax because it is replacing another inclusive tax .. the income tax. If you're in a 25% income tax bracket you will pay $25 in federal income taxes out every $100 you earn. With the 23% FairTax you will pay $23 in taxes out of every $100 you spend.
I have a question for April Hunt. When you are reporting on the income tax, do you cite the 25% tax bracket as being 33%? Well, if you quote the income tax as an exclusive tax, that is exactly what the rate would be! Just how consistent is your reporting?
Hunt also quoted some economists who oppose the FairTax ... but not one quote from any of the economists in favor of the plan.
At any rate the whole event was very encouraging. Whenever you can turn out a crowd that huge in that heat and oppressive huminity for a rally on tax reform, you know you have something going.
This is exactly the kind of thing it is going to take to make the FairTax a reality. Politicians and government are never going to pass this on their own it will take a huge grass roots effort to do it.
Sen. Joe Lieberman Vows Independent Run After Primary Loss Despite Democratic Opposition
My favorite Democrat Joe Lieberman was punished by the anti-war, peace-at-any-price voters in Connecticut Tuesday night for one thing: supporting the war against Islamic terrorism in Iraq and standing beside President Bush to fight it. One must wonder if the outcome of the election would have been different if the election was Wednesday night...anyways
A candidate with lots of money and little political experience, Ned Lamont, picked off Lieberman by 4 points in the Democratic primary. Lieberman says he will now run as an independent in the fall election, which is just 3 months away despite the Democrat parties opposition.
I have never sent money to anyone as liberal as Sen. Joe Lieberman but I am sending his campaign a check today because we need his support in the war on terror and I truly believe he can win as an independent in Connecticut.
A candidate with lots of money and little political experience, Ned Lamont, picked off Lieberman by 4 points in the Democratic primary. Lieberman says he will now run as an independent in the fall election, which is just 3 months away despite the Democrat parties opposition.
I have never sent money to anyone as liberal as Sen. Joe Lieberman but I am sending his campaign a check today because we need his support in the war on terror and I truly believe he can win as an independent in Connecticut.
Tony's Suggested Reading Assignments.
If you do not have time to read anything else the rest of this weekend make sure you read the next two reading assignments. They are must reads.
Here is the first one, a column from Victor Davis Hanson who writes we're on the Brink of Madness. and points out that we have been there before. In short, if we wish to learn what was going on in Europe in 1938, just look around. excellent read.
The second must read is from Barbara Lerner who writes a column we're losing World War IV and tells us how to get back on track to victory.
Thomas Sowell has an interesting take on service in the military. and brings up the question do we need to bring back the draft? He says there was a time in our country when most in Congress and the media had served in the military but that is no longer the case and says that it is hurting our military. Although I am definately not in favor of a draft Sowell makes some very interesting and compelling points. As always a good read.
This is kind of interesting. According to news reports, the two front runners for the 2008 Republican and Democratic nominations are drinking buddies. It's said that Hillary Clinton and John McCain held a Vodka drinking contest.
Oh my, glad I wasn't there... A bottle of Vodka with the two of them in the room with me that could get ugly real fast.
It is not sure who won the contest as details seem to be a bit hazy... McCain did say he was surprised how much fun Clinton could be and said she was like one of the guys...
Here is the first one, a column from Victor Davis Hanson who writes we're on the Brink of Madness. and points out that we have been there before. In short, if we wish to learn what was going on in Europe in 1938, just look around. excellent read.
The second must read is from Barbara Lerner who writes a column we're losing World War IV and tells us how to get back on track to victory.
Thomas Sowell has an interesting take on service in the military. and brings up the question do we need to bring back the draft? He says there was a time in our country when most in Congress and the media had served in the military but that is no longer the case and says that it is hurting our military. Although I am definately not in favor of a draft Sowell makes some very interesting and compelling points. As always a good read.
This is kind of interesting. According to news reports, the two front runners for the 2008 Republican and Democratic nominations are drinking buddies. It's said that Hillary Clinton and John McCain held a Vodka drinking contest.
Oh my, glad I wasn't there... A bottle of Vodka with the two of them in the room with me that could get ugly real fast.
It is not sure who won the contest as details seem to be a bit hazy... McCain did say he was surprised how much fun Clinton could be and said she was like one of the guys...
Thursday, May 04, 2006
MTCW Picture of the Day:
What we would do to go back to those days!!!
Remember when we were complaing about this being a ridiculous amount to pay for gas...
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Remember when we were complaing about this being a ridiculous amount to pay for gas...
"We Will Treat Them With Respect No Matter What They Do To Us."
Say Hello To Your New Jail House Al Qaeda Recruiter!!!
A federal jury rejected the death penalty for al-Qaeda conspirator Zacarias Moussaoui on Wednesday and decided he must spend life in prison for his role in the deadliest terrorist attack in U.S. history.
Moussaoui, as he was led from the courtroom after the 15-minute hearing, said: "America, you lost. ... I won." He clapped his hands as he was escorted away.
I hate to say it, but in a sense this scumbag might be right. By keeping him alive we allow Islamic imperialism continue to be spread through our prisons. Moussaoui will become a Islamic recruiter while in prison as he tries to find new Al Qaeda members at the same time. This is one of the main goals of the Islamic Jhad is to turn non beleivers into beleivers. This Jhad started long before 9-11, or the 1993 twin tower bombings, or Munich. They have been trying to conquer civilization since before the Crusades. However these historical claims have somehow been written off as mere propaganda by the Western World. The members of the Jhad reconize this and use it to their advantage. They are serious in there mission and their rhetoric has characterized the political cultural of Islam from their very existence.
Let us not forget that since 9-11 we have had the convicted Islamic shoebomber Richard Reid, the Muslim gunman who murdered two people at Los Angeles International Airport's El Al ticket counter in 2002, and the Koran-invoking Tar Heel terrorist who rammed his SUV into a busy student square at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and those are just the ones here at home. Yet the foolish bleeding liberal hearts continue to foolishly and suicidally fail to see the real threat and call people like me delusional. They say that it is us that is the root of the problem and we need to sympathize and try to understand them, give them respect.
Carie Lemack, whose mother, Judy Larocque, died on hijacked American Airlines Flight 11, which crashed into the World Trade Center, said her mom didn't believe in the death penalty and would have been glad Moussaoui was sentenced to life. "This man was an al-Qaeda wannabe who could never put together the 9/11 attacks," Lemack said. "He's a wannabe who deserves to rot in jail."
Maybe I wouldn't be so much for the death penalty if I actually believed that this bastard would rot in jail. The truth of the matter is he will live out the rest of his days in jail where he will be fed 3 times a day, given free medical care, and allowed visitors. Which is a whole lot more than he deserves.
Rosemary Dillard, whose husband Eddie died in the attacks, said of Moussaoui: "He's a bad man, but we have a fair society." She said of terrorists: "We will treat them with respect no matter what they do to us."
Well, that is nice isn't it. They want to wipe us off the face of the Earth... but hey, let us make sure we treat them with respect. What a bunch of hog wash.
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
MTCW Picture of the Day:
The US Military... doing the jobs that not even illegal immigrants will do!
Long Time Gone...
It has been a while since my last post on this blog, and I apologize for that. I didn't realize this school was going to take up so much of my time.
I did take a trip to New York City about a week ago to see the Statue of Liberty. I also visited and paid my respects at Ground Zero, a very sombering moment. I will try to post the details of that trip and get those pictures on here sometime maybe today or in the near future.
Let me just say thanks to all the concerned fans that wrote me e-mails asking where I have been and if I was OK. Just to let you all know I am fine and hope to be able to start blogging a little more frequently. I am not promising everyday, but hopefully a lot more frequently than what I have been able to do.
I did take a trip to New York City about a week ago to see the Statue of Liberty. I also visited and paid my respects at Ground Zero, a very sombering moment. I will try to post the details of that trip and get those pictures on here sometime maybe today or in the near future.
Let me just say thanks to all the concerned fans that wrote me e-mails asking where I have been and if I was OK. Just to let you all know I am fine and hope to be able to start blogging a little more frequently. I am not promising everyday, but hopefully a lot more frequently than what I have been able to do.
I am Sick of Poll Numbers and this Majority Rules B.S.
I have never been a fan of poll numbers and do not believe that politicians should base there desicions on poll numbers. Any politician that does base desicions on poll numbers is nothing more than a coward, in my opinion. Why do I say this? Because by following poll numbers you give up on your convictions and ideas. You may not always be doing what you feel is the best thing to do. Making desicions following poll numbers also gives you an escape route when things go wrong. "Well I was just doing what the majority wanted."
Where did this majority rules idea come from anyway. Just because the majority wants something does not mean it is the best idea. Sometimes the majority is wrong and sometimes it takes good leadership to stand up to the majority and do what is right.
Let me take what happened to me at PT (physical training) this morning here at Fort Meade, M.D. It was probably around 55- 60 degrees outside this morning and we were going to go on a run. We had the winter PT uniform on. The PT instuctor, instead of making a leadership desicion asked us if we wanted to take the winter uniform off and run in shorts. Well the majority voted and we ran in the winter uniform. About half way through the run the same people who voted to leave the winter uniform on was now crying that we should have taken them off. But the majority rules....
This country would not be here today if we had followed this majority rules. Not one time before, during, or after the American revolution was the majority of the colonist for fighting the war against England. Many did not mind being ruled by the King, but aren't we glad they fought it. I know I am.
This is not a democracy, it is a republic. We have elected leadership who is suppose to follow the rule of law set by the constitution. Although we seem to be getting further and further away from this concept and closer to a democracy as time goes on.
Where did this majority rules idea come from anyway. Just because the majority wants something does not mean it is the best idea. Sometimes the majority is wrong and sometimes it takes good leadership to stand up to the majority and do what is right.
Let me take what happened to me at PT (physical training) this morning here at Fort Meade, M.D. It was probably around 55- 60 degrees outside this morning and we were going to go on a run. We had the winter PT uniform on. The PT instuctor, instead of making a leadership desicion asked us if we wanted to take the winter uniform off and run in shorts. Well the majority voted and we ran in the winter uniform. About half way through the run the same people who voted to leave the winter uniform on was now crying that we should have taken them off. But the majority rules....
This country would not be here today if we had followed this majority rules. Not one time before, during, or after the American revolution was the majority of the colonist for fighting the war against England. Many did not mind being ruled by the King, but aren't we glad they fought it. I know I am.
This is not a democracy, it is a republic. We have elected leadership who is suppose to follow the rule of law set by the constitution. Although we seem to be getting further and further away from this concept and closer to a democracy as time goes on.
Poll Shows Americans Think Bush Has No Plan For Gas Prices.
Speaking of polls... A new poll out today shows that 8 out of 10 Americans do not think President Bush is doing enough or has a plan for keeping gas prices down.
Oh my freaking God!!! He nor anyone in government should be doing anything about this. What does the American people want a president or a King. This is the exact reason why we should not have a mob rule all society. It is not the president's or the government's place in our economy to keep gas prices down. We live in a free market society where the marketplace determines cost through supply and demand. The only way gas prices are going down is if supply increases faster than demand or demand decreases faster than supply.
What we have here is a growing fundamental problem in America made possible by the public education system that does not teach even the basics of economics, but rather the belief that it is the government's role to fix this and every problem for all Americans. Ask anyone you run into today if they can tell you the difference between profits and profit margins. Go ahead try it at work, at the mall, anywhere... I am willing to bet that 8 out of 10 will not be able to explain it.
Then ask what should be done about gas prices...the same 8 0ut of 10 will answer with some kind of government solution. Maybe you are one of the 8 and do not know the difference between profits and profit margins well than read this MTCW archive: Politicians And The Big Bad Price Gouging Oil Companies from Nov. 1, 2005.
You know former President Jimmy Carter tried to keep gas prices low. Does anyone remember how that turned out? Here is a clue, you do not want the government to try it again.
Oh my freaking God!!! He nor anyone in government should be doing anything about this. What does the American people want a president or a King. This is the exact reason why we should not have a mob rule all society. It is not the president's or the government's place in our economy to keep gas prices down. We live in a free market society where the marketplace determines cost through supply and demand. The only way gas prices are going down is if supply increases faster than demand or demand decreases faster than supply.
What we have here is a growing fundamental problem in America made possible by the public education system that does not teach even the basics of economics, but rather the belief that it is the government's role to fix this and every problem for all Americans. Ask anyone you run into today if they can tell you the difference between profits and profit margins. Go ahead try it at work, at the mall, anywhere... I am willing to bet that 8 out of 10 will not be able to explain it.
Then ask what should be done about gas prices...the same 8 0ut of 10 will answer with some kind of government solution. Maybe you are one of the 8 and do not know the difference between profits and profit margins well than read this MTCW archive: Politicians And The Big Bad Price Gouging Oil Companies from Nov. 1, 2005.
You know former President Jimmy Carter tried to keep gas prices low. Does anyone remember how that turned out? Here is a clue, you do not want the government to try it again.
Who is Doing The Gouging? It is not the oil companies.
Gas prices continue to go through the roof. The national average is almost $3 a gallon with no sign of relief in the near future. Of course this has led to politicians demanding investigations of price gouging against oil companies. Why because they know the average person does not understand economics and they are playing on their ignorance to get votes.
What is the definition of price gouging? According to this online dictionary price gouging is “pricing above the market when no alternative retailer is available.” Interesting, I can think of some places where this might pertain to power or water companies but not gas companies. In every city there are alternative retailers of gasoline. Some argue will they are all in it together; they are colluding behind closed doors! Come on folks, let’s think about this for a second. Think how many gas companies would have to be colluding together to price gouge. It is not going to happen because one company would eventually drop their prices to steal business away from the other. Grocery retailers like Sam’s Club, Wal-Mart, Meijer, and others are selling gas. What interest would they have with colluding with big oil? Why if anything, these companies would try to undercut the others with lower pump prices to draw people into the retail part of their business.
Of course that is not stopping politicians from acting like they are going to save us from the big bad oil companies who are supposedly gouging us. But just who is doing the gouging? Columnist Thomas Bay points out in his latest column “Government Remains Biggest Oil Profiteer”that the average profit on a single gallon of gas is 9 cents. Any ideas what the average tax the government gets on a single gallon of gas? Try 45 cents a gallon (52 cents if you live in Michigan) or 5 times the oil company profits!
So, next time you hear a politician talk about price gouging just remember that they are collecting 5 times the oil profits in taxes and never had to pay anything for there return. Looks like DC politicians are doing the gouging not oil companies.
What is the definition of price gouging? According to this online dictionary price gouging is “pricing above the market when no alternative retailer is available.” Interesting, I can think of some places where this might pertain to power or water companies but not gas companies. In every city there are alternative retailers of gasoline. Some argue will they are all in it together; they are colluding behind closed doors! Come on folks, let’s think about this for a second. Think how many gas companies would have to be colluding together to price gouge. It is not going to happen because one company would eventually drop their prices to steal business away from the other. Grocery retailers like Sam’s Club, Wal-Mart, Meijer, and others are selling gas. What interest would they have with colluding with big oil? Why if anything, these companies would try to undercut the others with lower pump prices to draw people into the retail part of their business.
Of course that is not stopping politicians from acting like they are going to save us from the big bad oil companies who are supposedly gouging us. But just who is doing the gouging? Columnist Thomas Bay points out in his latest column “Government Remains Biggest Oil Profiteer”that the average profit on a single gallon of gas is 9 cents. Any ideas what the average tax the government gets on a single gallon of gas? Try 45 cents a gallon (52 cents if you live in Michigan) or 5 times the oil company profits!
So, next time you hear a politician talk about price gouging just remember that they are collecting 5 times the oil profits in taxes and never had to pay anything for there return. Looks like DC politicians are doing the gouging not oil companies.
Friday, April 07, 2006
MTCW: Pic of the Day.
Hey Guys...It's Finally Friday!!!!!!! Time for your safety briefing...
I got a hundred dollars smokin' in my billfold... I know I oughta save it but it's burnin' a hole... Right through my pocket and into my skin... Come Monday morning I'll be broke again...It's finally Friday....I'm free again...I got my motor running for a wild weekend...It's finally Friday...I'm outa' control...Forget the workin' blues...And let the good times roll....I got a little sugar baby down the road...She's sittin' on a radio and rockin' on rol...lWe'll dance up a storm and later all night...We'll be workin' on doin' all the wrong things right....It's finally Friday...I'm free again....I got my motor running for a wild weekend...It's finally Friday...I'm outa' control...Forget the workin' blues...And let the good times roll....--- Instrumental ---Monday, I'll be hurtin with my head in a vice...Tuesday, I'll be wonderin' if I'll ever survive...Wednesday and Thursday, I'll be slowly tunin' in....Friday, I'll be revin' up my motor again...It's finally Friday...I'm free again...I got my motor running for a wild weekend...It's finally Friday...I'm outa' control...Forget the workin' blues...And let the good times roll. ~George Jones.
Be careful out there boys and girls...and have a good one.
I got a hundred dollars smokin' in my billfold... I know I oughta save it but it's burnin' a hole... Right through my pocket and into my skin... Come Monday morning I'll be broke again...It's finally Friday....I'm free again...I got my motor running for a wild weekend...It's finally Friday...I'm outa' control...Forget the workin' blues...And let the good times roll....I got a little sugar baby down the road...She's sittin' on a radio and rockin' on rol...lWe'll dance up a storm and later all night...We'll be workin' on doin' all the wrong things right....It's finally Friday...I'm free again....I got my motor running for a wild weekend...It's finally Friday...I'm outa' control...Forget the workin' blues...And let the good times roll....--- Instrumental ---Monday, I'll be hurtin with my head in a vice...Tuesday, I'll be wonderin' if I'll ever survive...Wednesday and Thursday, I'll be slowly tunin' in....Friday, I'll be revin' up my motor again...It's finally Friday...I'm free again...I got my motor running for a wild weekend...It's finally Friday...I'm outa' control...Forget the workin' blues...And let the good times roll. ~George Jones.
Be careful out there boys and girls...and have a good one.
Amnesty Bill Tabled in Senate, More Protest Expected Monday.
The votes were just not there to pass President George W. Bush's amnesty bill...I mean guest worker program...or was it a path to citizenship??? I am calling it the illegall amnesia amnesty bill, since the word amnesy comes from the word amnesia and everyone has seem to forgotten what happened the last time we passes an amnesty bill.
Anyways, the illegall amnesty bill is dead for now. The Senate could not come up with an agreement on the bill before breaking for Easter recess... (do they still call it Easter recess??? or is it spring recess now???) So the bill goes on the shelf until they come back from break.
I hear all those pro illegal immigration supporters are comming back out of the shadows to protest on Monday in hopes to get the Senate to cave in to their demands and pass the amnesty bill. Notice on their website how they leave out the word illegal and just call them immigrants. Nice trick isn't it... Immigrants do not have anything to protest here this bill doesn't effect them.
Anyways, the illegall amnesty bill is dead for now. The Senate could not come up with an agreement on the bill before breaking for Easter recess... (do they still call it Easter recess??? or is it spring recess now???) So the bill goes on the shelf until they come back from break.
I hear all those pro illegal immigration supporters are comming back out of the shadows to protest on Monday in hopes to get the Senate to cave in to their demands and pass the amnesty bill. Notice on their website how they leave out the word illegal and just call them immigrants. Nice trick isn't it... Immigrants do not have anything to protest here this bill doesn't effect them.
We Have A Lot More At Stake In The Illegal Immigration Issue Than You Might Think..
Straight from the Federal Flag Code of the United States: When flags of two or more nations are displayed, they are to be flown from separate staffs of the same height. The flags should be of approximately equal size. International usage forbids the display of the flag of one nation above that of another nation in time of peace.
The flag should never be displayed with the union down, except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property.
My friends if this doesn't make your blood boil then you simply do not deserve to be an American. I can tolerate a lot of things but this is completely insulting, unacceptable and a disgrace that it happened on American soil. In fact, I was less offended by the protesters burning the flag in the streets of L.A.
Here is an idea... How about someone organize a counter protest... we can march in the streets and burn the Mexican flag. Lets see how far we get before someone calls us untolerant racist bigots...
It is sad, sad times in America my friends. I never ever in my life thought that I would live to see our country slowly be over taken while our elected officials sit on their hands.
The above pictures are of Mexican students who took down an American flag at a high school in Texas and put the Mexican flag on top of an upside down American flag.
One has to wonder if the Mexican students new what this may symbolized? My gut feeling says that they may not have known but that they knew and was trying to show some kind of disrespect and I don’t think it would take a rocket scientist to figure out putting a foreign nations flag above another on the same flag pole means you hold one nation over the top of the other. One thing is for sure, whether they knew or not the message is quite clear. The United States is in extreme danger and the threat is coming from Mexico!!!
It is not the only sign of disrespect that has been shown towards the stars and stripes. In Florida an American flag was stolen and replaced with a Mexican flag at a condominium community.
"I woke up Sunday morning and looked up from my patio and then realized that the American flag wasn't on the flagpole," said Sue Miller a Chasewood North board member. "What captured my attention were the colors — at first I thought it was an Italian flag, but one of our residents said it was the Mexican flag."
"I went to the flagpole, to see if the American flag was maybe on the ground, but they took it, and they cut the rope to get the American flag down and the Mexican flag up as well."
"We tried to get the flag down but couldn't, so we need to hire a company with a boom truck to get up there and replace the rope and put up the American flag," she said. "I would guesstimate that this would cost $500 or more to do." Miller said.
Now, for those of you who are still in denial that this is an invasion and America is in great danger of loosing "our way of life" and pretty much our country. I would like to direct your attention to this: There is an interesting editorial from a Mexican magazine called "Expansion." The article is in Spanish but the message is clear. The title of the editorial is as follows. "A proposito de "Con todo respeto, Los Angeles es nuestro." Translation? "With all due respect, Los Angeles is ours."
The editorial goes on to say this: "Waiters, waitresses, chamber maids, babysitters and farmhands are instigating a cultural recon quest in cities like Los Angeles, Portland, Washington, New York, Denver."
Here are some pictures from the protests in Los Angeles.
The flag should never be displayed with the union down, except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property.
My friends if this doesn't make your blood boil then you simply do not deserve to be an American. I can tolerate a lot of things but this is completely insulting, unacceptable and a disgrace that it happened on American soil. In fact, I was less offended by the protesters burning the flag in the streets of L.A.
Here is an idea... How about someone organize a counter protest... we can march in the streets and burn the Mexican flag. Lets see how far we get before someone calls us untolerant racist bigots...
It is sad, sad times in America my friends. I never ever in my life thought that I would live to see our country slowly be over taken while our elected officials sit on their hands.The above pictures are of Mexican students who took down an American flag at a high school in Texas and put the Mexican flag on top of an upside down American flag.
One has to wonder if the Mexican students new what this may symbolized? My gut feeling says that they may not have known but that they knew and was trying to show some kind of disrespect and I don’t think it would take a rocket scientist to figure out putting a foreign nations flag above another on the same flag pole means you hold one nation over the top of the other. One thing is for sure, whether they knew or not the message is quite clear. The United States is in extreme danger and the threat is coming from Mexico!!!
It is not the only sign of disrespect that has been shown towards the stars and stripes. In Florida an American flag was stolen and replaced with a Mexican flag at a condominium community.
"I woke up Sunday morning and looked up from my patio and then realized that the American flag wasn't on the flagpole," said Sue Miller a Chasewood North board member. "What captured my attention were the colors — at first I thought it was an Italian flag, but one of our residents said it was the Mexican flag."
"I went to the flagpole, to see if the American flag was maybe on the ground, but they took it, and they cut the rope to get the American flag down and the Mexican flag up as well."
"We tried to get the flag down but couldn't, so we need to hire a company with a boom truck to get up there and replace the rope and put up the American flag," she said. "I would guesstimate that this would cost $500 or more to do." Miller said.
Now, for those of you who are still in denial that this is an invasion and America is in great danger of loosing "our way of life" and pretty much our country. I would like to direct your attention to this: There is an interesting editorial from a Mexican magazine called "Expansion." The article is in Spanish but the message is clear. The title of the editorial is as follows. "A proposito de "Con todo respeto, Los Angeles es nuestro." Translation? "With all due respect, Los Angeles is ours."
The editorial goes on to say this: "Waiters, waitresses, chamber maids, babysitters and farmhands are instigating a cultural recon quest in cities like Los Angeles, Portland, Washington, New York, Denver."
Here are some pictures from the protests in Los Angeles.
A group of protesters yell and ridicule another protester for bringing an American flag...
Yeah, but they just want the jobs that Americans don't want... riiiight...
Here we have a picture of a billboard sign in Los Angeles. That just about says it all.
Their message is clear they are working on the reconquest or the takeover of America and our elected officials are letting them have it without a fight.
We have reached the crossroads in our history as a nation. There are two directions that our country can head from this point. Towards the constitutional rule of law that our founding fathers set in place or towards a government that no longer represents the rule of law, are influenced by a majority mob rule of non citizens, and only passes mere guidelines and suggestions to not be followed at a later date.
These demonstrations are a challenge to “our way of life.” We are witnessing before our very eyes the force of raw power from illegal aliens or non citizens who are challenging our constitutional rule of law. They are demanding that the laws for border control and immigration restrictions be ignored so they can get the same rights and benefits of American citizens and our elected officials are allowing it to happen and encouraging it to continue. This is an attempted social coup, and is nothing less of war by other means than actual military force.
Congress was suppose to come up with new legislation on this today but came to a stalemate. Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois said: “The American people wanted something done about this and we have failed them.” Yes, Senator Durbin, politicians have been failing us for over 20 years on this issue. That was the last time we past a bunch of regulations and laws and gave amnesty to a bunch of illegal aliens. Of course the laws were never enforced just like they will not be enforced this time. By not enforcing the laws you only encourage the illegal behavior to continue. You want to stop illegal immigration, enforce the laws on the books.
As Congressman Tom Tancredo of Colorado, who has been trying to get something done about illegal immigration for years now, said last week, “I know this is such a radical idea…but how about we enforce the immigration laws we already have...
What a freakin concept...
That’s what the American people want done Senator Durbin, what we do not want is another piece of legislation that isn’t even worth using for toilet paper.
The Tony Spain Illegal Immigration Solution.
Since our elected officials just can not seem to figure out this illegal immigration thing I decided to come with my own plan. It is not rocket science, or revolutionary, just a 3 step common sense approach to what some would say a complex problem.
1. Now I know this may sound insane but how about we figure out how to enforce the existing laws that we already have? Part of the Presidents responsibilities in the executive branch is to enforce the law not allow people to break it. It is against the law to cross the border into the United States without the proper steps. This is what we call illegal immigration. How do we enforce it???
A. Taking the proper actions to tighten and secure our borders.
Some have proposed a wall with barbed wire and gun turrents. I do not support this idea for one reason. A wall to keep people out can also be used to keep people in if socialist communism was ever to take over. I would propose something different. We have border patrol agents, lets use them and let them do their jobs effectively.
First thing I would do with the border patrol is make them part of the Department of Defense. Their own branch like the Coast Guard.
Next I would make it were soldiers who are getting out of other branches of service, like the Army, Marines, Navy, or Airforce could transfer into the Border Patrol. They could keep their rank and their time served would transfer over for retirement. So if you had 4 years in the Army and had the rank of sergeant. you would retain those 4 years towards your retirement and keep your sergeant rank in the Border Patrol.
There are quite a few people getting out of the military that would still like to serve but they have a family and just can't deal with the deployments anymore. This would be a fine way for them to continue to serve their country and they would bring a valuable skill to the Border Patrol that we wouldn't have to train a new recruit on.
I would also provide them with more fire power, communication equipment, night vision goggles and what ever they needed to do their jobs effectively.
B. Work on deporting the illegal immigrants already here. Completely dissassemble the Immigration and Naturalization Service and make them a division of the Border Patrol Agency. This destroys the Beuracracy between the two and ensures that they will share information and work better together.
Put this division in charge of finding employers who knowingly are hiring illegal immigrants. Turn the employers over to federal agents and deport the illegal immigrants back to their homeland.
2. Increase and strictly enforce the penalties for employers who hire illegal immigrants. This is were the government has to step up by making the punishment so severe that the practice of hiring illegal immigrants will stop. This is something that would have to be worked out I am sure but I would propose a fine of 25,000 per illegal immigrant and 2 years in prison.
3. Withhold all entitlements to illegal immigrants. No welfare, no social security, no unemployment, no non essential health care, no education...no nothing. The only thing they get is emergency medical care and police protection. The concept here is rather simple, make America more desirable for those who want to enter legally and less desirable to those who come ilegally. Reward the behavior we want and punish the behavior we don't want.
What we do not need is more worthless government legislation that awards the act of illegal immigration because they say it is the best we can do. Sorry I disagree, the laws are already in place to fight illegal immigration...lets enforce them.
1. Now I know this may sound insane but how about we figure out how to enforce the existing laws that we already have? Part of the Presidents responsibilities in the executive branch is to enforce the law not allow people to break it. It is against the law to cross the border into the United States without the proper steps. This is what we call illegal immigration. How do we enforce it???
A. Taking the proper actions to tighten and secure our borders.
Some have proposed a wall with barbed wire and gun turrents. I do not support this idea for one reason. A wall to keep people out can also be used to keep people in if socialist communism was ever to take over. I would propose something different. We have border patrol agents, lets use them and let them do their jobs effectively.
First thing I would do with the border patrol is make them part of the Department of Defense. Their own branch like the Coast Guard.
Next I would make it were soldiers who are getting out of other branches of service, like the Army, Marines, Navy, or Airforce could transfer into the Border Patrol. They could keep their rank and their time served would transfer over for retirement. So if you had 4 years in the Army and had the rank of sergeant. you would retain those 4 years towards your retirement and keep your sergeant rank in the Border Patrol.
There are quite a few people getting out of the military that would still like to serve but they have a family and just can't deal with the deployments anymore. This would be a fine way for them to continue to serve their country and they would bring a valuable skill to the Border Patrol that we wouldn't have to train a new recruit on.
I would also provide them with more fire power, communication equipment, night vision goggles and what ever they needed to do their jobs effectively.
B. Work on deporting the illegal immigrants already here. Completely dissassemble the Immigration and Naturalization Service and make them a division of the Border Patrol Agency. This destroys the Beuracracy between the two and ensures that they will share information and work better together.
Put this division in charge of finding employers who knowingly are hiring illegal immigrants. Turn the employers over to federal agents and deport the illegal immigrants back to their homeland.
2. Increase and strictly enforce the penalties for employers who hire illegal immigrants. This is were the government has to step up by making the punishment so severe that the practice of hiring illegal immigrants will stop. This is something that would have to be worked out I am sure but I would propose a fine of 25,000 per illegal immigrant and 2 years in prison.
3. Withhold all entitlements to illegal immigrants. No welfare, no social security, no unemployment, no non essential health care, no education...no nothing. The only thing they get is emergency medical care and police protection. The concept here is rather simple, make America more desirable for those who want to enter legally and less desirable to those who come ilegally. Reward the behavior we want and punish the behavior we don't want.
What we do not need is more worthless government legislation that awards the act of illegal immigration because they say it is the best we can do. Sorry I disagree, the laws are already in place to fight illegal immigration...lets enforce them.
San Fransisco Joins Chicago in Protecting Illegal Immigrants.
First it was Chicago that said it would not enforce any federal law that made illegal immigrants criminals or deny illegal immigrants free benefits.
Now we have San Fransisco Mayor Gavin Newsom said Thursday that The City will not comply with any federal legislation that criminalizes efforts to help illegal immigrants.
The mayor also denounced a bipartisan congressional proposal that would beef up border security and allow as many as 12 million illegal immigrants to gain legal status.
Hey you spineless GOP members of congress... tell these liberal sancuary city governments who think that they are above any law they do not agree with that if they do not comply with and enforce federal law they are not going to get any more federal assistance. Enough is enough...
Who the hell is in charge here any way??? Grow some freakin tail bone!!!
Now we have San Fransisco Mayor Gavin Newsom said Thursday that The City will not comply with any federal legislation that criminalizes efforts to help illegal immigrants.
The mayor also denounced a bipartisan congressional proposal that would beef up border security and allow as many as 12 million illegal immigrants to gain legal status.
Hey you spineless GOP members of congress... tell these liberal sancuary city governments who think that they are above any law they do not agree with that if they do not comply with and enforce federal law they are not going to get any more federal assistance. Enough is enough...
Who the hell is in charge here any way??? Grow some freakin tail bone!!!
Thursday, April 06, 2006
NASCAR Calls NBC Journalism Outrageous For Their Attempts At Martinsville.
The NBC Sting on NASCAR story finally blew up today. In an associated press story NASCAR said NBC's Dateline NBC confirmed it was sending Muslim-looking men to a race, along with a camera crew to film fans' reactions. The NBC crew was "apparently on site in Martinsville, Virginia, walked around and no one bothered them," NASCAR spokesman Ramsey Poston said Wednesday.
"It is outrageous that a news organization of NBC's stature would stoop to the level of going out to create news instead of reporting news," Poston said.
"Any legitimate journalist in America should be embarrassed by this stunt. The obvious intent by NBC was to evoke reaction, and we are confident our fans won't take the bait," he said.
There is also a column at nascar.com about the whole situation at Martinsville and they give Kudos to NASCAR fans for not taking the bait.
So...NBC came up empty at Martinsville...now they are on there way to Texas. I wonder how many places NBC will go without finding an incident of racism, or how long will they go before they stage a NASCAR fan look-a-like yelling racial slurs at an Arab Muslim look-a-like...
I wonder if NBC will report that they were unable to find a lot of examples of anti-Arab and Muslim racism or will they just keep filming until they find what they want and then go see...we told you their was racism here.
"It is outrageous that a news organization of NBC's stature would stoop to the level of going out to create news instead of reporting news," Poston said.
"Any legitimate journalist in America should be embarrassed by this stunt. The obvious intent by NBC was to evoke reaction, and we are confident our fans won't take the bait," he said.
There is also a column at nascar.com about the whole situation at Martinsville and they give Kudos to NASCAR fans for not taking the bait.
So...NBC came up empty at Martinsville...now they are on there way to Texas. I wonder how many places NBC will go without finding an incident of racism, or how long will they go before they stage a NASCAR fan look-a-like yelling racial slurs at an Arab Muslim look-a-like...
I wonder if NBC will report that they were unable to find a lot of examples of anti-Arab and Muslim racism or will they just keep filming until they find what they want and then go see...we told you their was racism here.
Sorry for the light blogging lately...
I apologize for the light blogging lately but I just don't have the time right now. So blogging will probably continue to be light for some time.
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
MTCW: Picture of the Day
This was submitted by an anonymous fan from Indiana... You can e-mail your pics in too tonyjspain@yahoo.com. Put MTCW Pic of the Day in the subject and leave your name and where you are from if you want credit.
Is NBC Plotting A Sting To Uncover Racist NASCAR Fans???
This was uncovered by a source of Michelle Malkin who watches political group e-mails. They have uncovered an e-mail, that I have posted below, that calls for Muslims to volunteer to go to a NASCAR race and while NBC undercover cameras film reactions from the fans. It seems that NBC is trying to get some racist reaction.
This is amazing if it is true…and I would not be one bit surprised if it is. I wrote an e-mail to NASCAR Corporation Headquarters and have already recieved a response from the head of Public Relations.
They said that they are aware and are monitoring the possibility of the situation but wouldn't share any more details at this time.
I have also wrote an e-mail to Dateline@nbc.com. I am still waiting for a reply.
Here are the links to the 2 e-mails that is in a MSN political group forum.
From: "Tarek El-Messidi"
Date: Sun, 26 Mar 2006 19:52:36
Salam,
I hope everyone is doing well.
I recently spoke with a producer of the NBC Dateline show and he is in the process of filming a piece on anti-Muslim and anti-Arab discrimination in the USA. They are looking for some Muslim male candidates for their show who would be willing to go to non-Muslim gatherings and see if they attract any discriminatory comments or actions while being filmed.
They recently taped two turbaned Sikh men attending a football game in Arizona to see how people would treat them. They set them up with hidden microphones and cameras, etc. They want to do the same thing 2 or 3 other times (in various parts of the USA) with one or two Muslim men in each setting. They are looking for men who actually "look Muslim". They want a guy with no foreign accent whatsoever, a good thick beard, an outgoing personality, and someone willing to wear a kufi/skullcap during the filming. They also want someone who is fairly well accomplished and has contributed to society at large in some meaningful way.
This is amazing if it is true…and I would not be one bit surprised if it is. I wrote an e-mail to NASCAR Corporation Headquarters and have already recieved a response from the head of Public Relations.
They said that they are aware and are monitoring the possibility of the situation but wouldn't share any more details at this time.
I have also wrote an e-mail to Dateline@nbc.com. I am still waiting for a reply.
Here are the links to the 2 e-mails that is in a MSN political group forum.
From: "Tarek El-Messidi"
Date: Sun, 26 Mar 2006 19:52:36
Salam,
I hope everyone is doing well.
I recently spoke with a producer of the NBC Dateline show and he is in the process of filming a piece on anti-Muslim and anti-Arab discrimination in the USA. They are looking for some Muslim male candidates for their show who would be willing to go to non-Muslim gatherings and see if they attract any discriminatory comments or actions while being filmed.
They recently taped two turbaned Sikh men attending a football game in Arizona to see how people would treat them. They set them up with hidden microphones and cameras, etc. They want to do the same thing 2 or 3 other times (in various parts of the USA) with one or two Muslim men in each setting. They are looking for men who actually "look Muslim". They want a guy with no foreign accent whatsoever, a good thick beard, an outgoing personality, and someone willing to wear a kufi/skullcap during the filming. They also want someone who is fairly well accomplished and has contributed to society at large in some meaningful way.
That said, I'm urgently looking for someone who can be filmed this April 1st weekend at a Nascar event (and other smaller events) in Virginia. NBC is willing to fly in someone and cover their weekend expenses. The filming would take place all day on Saturday and Sunday. We already have a hijabi sister who will be filmed there but a Muslim is also needed to join her. I also need candidates for the other filming segments which will take place in the following weeks.
A few weeks later, NBC will fly all the filmed participants to New York City to interview them as a group about their experience and thoughts on discrimination they've faced in America, especially in light of the times we live in (war on terror, 9-11, etc.). The show, if approved by NBC (highly likely), is expected to air sometime this summer.
What I need from interested candidates is an email with an attached clear photograph, a resume, and contact information. I also need basic information such as age, ethnic background, accomplishments, etc. The sooner I can get this the better and please don't make emails too long. I will then submit a group of candidates to NBC so they can choose the people for the show.
Please forward this to all Muslim lists you can. Because of the upcoming filming in Virginia, this is pretty time-sensitive. My contact information is below.
Salam,Tarek El-Messidi
Email:
---Original Message-----
---Original Message-----
From: Tarek El-Messidi [mailto:tarek@muslimknoxville.org]
Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2006 5:51 AM
Subject: Update to NBC Dateline Search (including sisters)
Salam,
A couple of days ago, I sent out the email below regarding the NBC Dateline producer looking for Muslim males to be filmed. Alhamdulillah, I've been flooded with responses that will be forwarded to them soon. I just wanted to send an update that they decided to postpone the filming at the NASCAR event by one weekend (until April 8th). It's still not too late to submit your information but the sooner, the better.
Also, a couple of sisters have inquired about submitting info. While NBC did mention that they prefer male candidates (because they feel that people are less likely to show discrimination to a woman out of courtesy), I will also forward emails I receive from sisters. They may consider filming another hijabi sister if she's very qualified for the role. Please read the initial email I sent below about what to submit.Again, please forward this out to as many email lists as possible.
Salam,
Tarek El-Messidi
Email: tarek@muslimknoxville.org
NBC Sting On NASCAR Update.
I just got a response from the e-mail I sent to NBC asking them about this story.
Here is my e-mail without the two postings which you can read in my earlier post on this blog.
To whom it may concern,
I found these two postings below in a muslim group message board and was just wondering if there was any truth to this? Is NBC Dateline working on a story about anti-Muslim and anti-Arab discrimination in the USA? Is NBC targeting NASCAR races for any particular reason? and will the show air this summer?
Any feedback you can give me would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You.
Tony Spain.
Here is the NBC response:
"Dateline" is looking into this story. We were intrigued by the results of a recent Washington Post/ABC News poll and other articles regarding increasing anti-Muslim sentiments in the United States. It's very early on in our newsgathering process, but be assured we will be visiting a number of locations across the country and are confident that our reporting team is pursuing this story in a fair manner. We did not write or authorize Tarek El-Messidi's email.
Interestingly enough this seems to be the standard response that everyone is getting from Dateline NBC. Michelle Malkin recieved an e-mail from the Lars Larson talk show that had invited someone from NBC on to talk about this whole thing and
Here is my e-mail without the two postings which you can read in my earlier post on this blog.
To whom it may concern,
I found these two postings below in a muslim group message board and was just wondering if there was any truth to this? Is NBC Dateline working on a story about anti-Muslim and anti-Arab discrimination in the USA? Is NBC targeting NASCAR races for any particular reason? and will the show air this summer?
Any feedback you can give me would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You.
Tony Spain.
Here is the NBC response:
"Dateline" is looking into this story. We were intrigued by the results of a recent Washington Post/ABC News poll and other articles regarding increasing anti-Muslim sentiments in the United States. It's very early on in our newsgathering process, but be assured we will be visiting a number of locations across the country and are confident that our reporting team is pursuing this story in a fair manner. We did not write or authorize Tarek El-Messidi's email.
Interestingly enough this seems to be the standard response that everyone is getting from Dateline NBC. Michelle Malkin recieved an e-mail from the Lars Larson talk show that had invited someone from NBC on to talk about this whole thing and
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
MTCW: Picture of the Day.
Play Ball!!!! President Bush Throws Out First Pitch In Cincinnati On Opening Day.
Opening Day: Bush is a hit with the Reds.
The crowd of 42,591 roared when Bush took the Great American Ball Park field shortly after 2 p.m yesterday to throw out the ceremonial opening day pitch. The media keeps trying to tell us that his approval ratings are in the gutter according to their poll numbers. Well, I just don't believe it.
Below is a link to the video of the President's first pitch. Listen to this crowd and tell me that his approval rating is 30 some percent.
Opening Day: Bush is a hit with the Reds.The crowd of 42,591 roared when Bush took the Great American Ball Park field shortly after 2 p.m yesterday to throw out the ceremonial opening day pitch. The media keeps trying to tell us that his approval ratings are in the gutter according to their poll numbers. Well, I just don't believe it.
Below is a link to the video of the President's first pitch. Listen to this crowd and tell me that his approval rating is 30 some percent.
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Tony Spain's Monday Morning Rant: Censorship...
I know it is not Monday but since I was not able to post on Monday I will give it to you today.
Since I am not going to blog on the weekends anymore I find myself building up steam over the weekend. So to open the release valve and blow off some steam here is Tony's Monday Morning Rant: Warning the following comments are the written expressed rage of the author right off the top of his head... proceed with caution.
The American Family Association Wants FCC To Fine FOX Over NASCAR Bristol Race.
FOX TV is under fire from the American Family Association who has contacted the FCC and asked them to fine FOX TV over an incident that happened during the broadcast of the NASCAR Food City 500 race from Bristol TN.
What happened that got the AFA crying foul??? Well, it was a little bit of foul language used between Martin Truex Jr. and his pit crew chief Kevin Manion after Truex Jr. wrecked his car into the inside wall. Now, if you've watched any NASCAR race on television before you would know that periodically through out the race they tap into the radio communications between the drivers, their spotters and their pit crews. This is what FOX TV was doing with driver Martin Truex Jr. and his crew chief Kevin Manion when Manion said
The AFA claims that "millions of viewers, including children, were offended by the crude profanity." Well that is just a bunch of “horse hair” if you ask me.
Is the AFA trying to say that millions of viewers did not know what they were watching and therefore were taken by surprise??? These people were watching a NASCAR race, not Sesame Street. This is not the first time foul language has made its way to the airwaves during the broadcast of one of these races. Any adult that was offended by Manion’s explicit description as to how Truex Jr’s car had been handling should find another sport to watch, golf might be a good start. Look folks, this is part of the culture that surrounds NASCAR, always has been. You take a driver that just hit a wall going 100 plus miles per hour and something obscene is probably going to be said. If you don’t like it then don’t watch it.
As for whatever children that may have been watching, I am willing to bet that this is a word they've heard hundreds of times before. I know from my own personal life experiences that I had heard this word plenty of times as a child usually from my father. It would sound a little something like this: "you'd better clean this s_ _ _ up (your room) today if you want to play with your friends this weekend," or "don't give me any more of your c_ _ _ or I'm going to kick your a_ _ so hard you'll have to lift your shirt to take a s_ _ _!!."
But anyways, back to the AFA… The AFA is always looking to get someone in trouble with the FCC. In 2002 the AFA complained to the FCC about a Victoria Secret Fashion Show. They said that it was a “high tech strip show and broke the laws of decency.” They also condemned Deion Sanders for his claims of being a born again Christian and participating by interviewing one of the models in what they called a “solicitation of pornographic broadcast.” In 2004 the AFA continued an on going campaign against Howard Stern for his “obscene” radio show. This time his crime was a caller’s reference to the “N” word. The AFA complained to the FCC and Clear Channel Radio demanding that Stern had to go. This ultimately led to Stern being fired by Clear Channel Radio and moving to Sirius Sattelite Radio. Also in 2004 the AFA was behind a complaint campaign to the FCC trying to stop the November Veterans Day airing of Saving Private Ryan on ABC for vulgar language. The AFA was also behind a campaign that targeted the “Harry Potter” books claiming it promoted witchcraft among children.
Now don’t get me wrong here, I am not trying to stop the AFA from saying whatever it is they want to say. In fact, after visiting the AFA website I found there are several things that I agree with the AFA on which is why I do not watch much TV. I just do not agree with how they have decided to deal with it.
I believe we have freedom of speech. I also believe that if you do not like someone else’s freedom of speech you have the right to speak out against them, organize boycotts, and turn them off. But the AFA is trying to take away that freedom of speech away from people who disagree with them, like Howard Stern by using the FCC. These people believe in pure 100% control over the airwaves. In other words, they are for censorship. Instead of letting viewers decide what they want to watch, hear, or read they want to control what you get to watch, hear, or read. So what happens when the shoe is on the other foot and it is Christian and conservative values that are under fire from a group that demands the FCC to do something.
I say let the free market run its course. If there is a market for what is being broadcast than so be it. If there is not one it will eventually disappear. Just ask the Dixie Chicks.
But once again, the AFA is out there urging their followers to write letters to the FCC complaining about Fox TV for allowing the "s" word to be broadcast. They want the FCC to fine Fox for this infraction of the laws of common decency. What a bunch of absolute bulls_ _ _. And if you don’t like that then read someone else’s Blog!!!
Since I am not going to blog on the weekends anymore I find myself building up steam over the weekend. So to open the release valve and blow off some steam here is Tony's Monday Morning Rant: Warning the following comments are the written expressed rage of the author right off the top of his head... proceed with caution.
The American Family Association Wants FCC To Fine FOX Over NASCAR Bristol Race.
FOX TV is under fire from the American Family Association who has contacted the FCC and asked them to fine FOX TV over an incident that happened during the broadcast of the NASCAR Food City 500 race from Bristol TN.
What happened that got the AFA crying foul??? Well, it was a little bit of foul language used between Martin Truex Jr. and his pit crew chief Kevin Manion after Truex Jr. wrecked his car into the inside wall. Now, if you've watched any NASCAR race on television before you would know that periodically through out the race they tap into the radio communications between the drivers, their spotters and their pit crews. This is what FOX TV was doing with driver Martin Truex Jr. and his crew chief Kevin Manion when Manion said
The AFA claims that "millions of viewers, including children, were offended by the crude profanity." Well that is just a bunch of “horse hair” if you ask me.
Is the AFA trying to say that millions of viewers did not know what they were watching and therefore were taken by surprise??? These people were watching a NASCAR race, not Sesame Street. This is not the first time foul language has made its way to the airwaves during the broadcast of one of these races. Any adult that was offended by Manion’s explicit description as to how Truex Jr’s car had been handling should find another sport to watch, golf might be a good start. Look folks, this is part of the culture that surrounds NASCAR, always has been. You take a driver that just hit a wall going 100 plus miles per hour and something obscene is probably going to be said. If you don’t like it then don’t watch it.
As for whatever children that may have been watching, I am willing to bet that this is a word they've heard hundreds of times before. I know from my own personal life experiences that I had heard this word plenty of times as a child usually from my father. It would sound a little something like this: "you'd better clean this s_ _ _ up (your room) today if you want to play with your friends this weekend," or "don't give me any more of your c_ _ _ or I'm going to kick your a_ _ so hard you'll have to lift your shirt to take a s_ _ _!!."
But anyways, back to the AFA… The AFA is always looking to get someone in trouble with the FCC. In 2002 the AFA complained to the FCC about a Victoria Secret Fashion Show. They said that it was a “high tech strip show and broke the laws of decency.” They also condemned Deion Sanders for his claims of being a born again Christian and participating by interviewing one of the models in what they called a “solicitation of pornographic broadcast.” In 2004 the AFA continued an on going campaign against Howard Stern for his “obscene” radio show. This time his crime was a caller’s reference to the “N” word. The AFA complained to the FCC and Clear Channel Radio demanding that Stern had to go. This ultimately led to Stern being fired by Clear Channel Radio and moving to Sirius Sattelite Radio. Also in 2004 the AFA was behind a complaint campaign to the FCC trying to stop the November Veterans Day airing of Saving Private Ryan on ABC for vulgar language. The AFA was also behind a campaign that targeted the “Harry Potter” books claiming it promoted witchcraft among children.
Now don’t get me wrong here, I am not trying to stop the AFA from saying whatever it is they want to say. In fact, after visiting the AFA website I found there are several things that I agree with the AFA on which is why I do not watch much TV. I just do not agree with how they have decided to deal with it.
I believe we have freedom of speech. I also believe that if you do not like someone else’s freedom of speech you have the right to speak out against them, organize boycotts, and turn them off. But the AFA is trying to take away that freedom of speech away from people who disagree with them, like Howard Stern by using the FCC. These people believe in pure 100% control over the airwaves. In other words, they are for censorship. Instead of letting viewers decide what they want to watch, hear, or read they want to control what you get to watch, hear, or read. So what happens when the shoe is on the other foot and it is Christian and conservative values that are under fire from a group that demands the FCC to do something.
I say let the free market run its course. If there is a market for what is being broadcast than so be it. If there is not one it will eventually disappear. Just ask the Dixie Chicks.
But once again, the AFA is out there urging their followers to write letters to the FCC complaining about Fox TV for allowing the "s" word to be broadcast. They want the FCC to fine Fox for this infraction of the laws of common decency. What a bunch of absolute bulls_ _ _. And if you don’t like that then read someone else’s Blog!!!
Saturday, April 01, 2006
MTCW is experiencing some tech difficulties. Stay Tuned...
Sorry folks but MTCW is experiencing some tech difficulties. I am actually posting this from a friends computer... I had a whole bunch of postings ready to go for friday as well. Oh well, hopefully I will have it fixed sometime this weekend...
If I do I will post friday's postings this weekend if not then stay tuned... I will be back.
If I do I will post friday's postings this weekend if not then stay tuned... I will be back.
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