Well, it was only a matter of time after Tennessee passed Firearms Freedom Act at the beginning of June before ATF tried to test it.
Here's a link to the full story:
http://www.tenthamendmentcenter.com/2009/07/18/the-battle-begins-atf-vs-the-constitution/
I wonder if there are any courts that are willing to uphold the Constitution any more?
Thursday, July 23, 2009
A Simple Choice
Right now I'm ready to lose my mind over the health care debate. I honestly don't even see how there is a debate. There is not ONE single country with government run health care that is considered world-class.
Simple question. If you had a serious illness, would you like a Dr. that was free to charge what he felt he could get paid for the level of care he provided, based on his own reputation and knowledge? Or would you prefer a Dr. that was told a maximum amount he could charge, a standard treatment that was allowed in a system where the brightest minds had chosen not to practice medicine since they could earn more in many other fields?
I know what choice I'd make, what about you?
Simple question. If you had a serious illness, would you like a Dr. that was free to charge what he felt he could get paid for the level of care he provided, based on his own reputation and knowledge? Or would you prefer a Dr. that was told a maximum amount he could charge, a standard treatment that was allowed in a system where the brightest minds had chosen not to practice medicine since they could earn more in many other fields?
I know what choice I'd make, what about you?
Why No Posting?
It's not like there is any lack of material for me to post, just the opposite. I've been in a constant state of outrage since about.....last November.
I've never been one for keeping quiet... So it's time to start blogging again.
I've never been one for keeping quiet... So it's time to start blogging again.
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Considering the Ill-Considered Flyover at Ground Zero
Yes, I know... a ton has already been written the recent flyover ground zero by Air Force One and 2 F-16 fighter jets, but I still feel the need to comment.
First - The insensitivity of the action astounds me. Was there no one involved in planning this event that considered the visual to those on the ground? Did no one bring up a concern for the public response to a Boeing 747 buzzing Manhattan? Even when I watch clips on YouTube it seems surreal.
Second - At a time when our country is in such financial chaos the administration needs glamor shots of Air Force One in New York? For what possible purpose? Ever hear of photoshop?
Finally - As information began to trickle out on the planning of this flyover, it became clear that the administration DID get warned that this could cause public panic. At that point the NYPD was told to keep it quiet.
In the end, $328,835 was spent to take a few photos and terrorize citizens. Not all 'Change' is good change...
First - The insensitivity of the action astounds me. Was there no one involved in planning this event that considered the visual to those on the ground? Did no one bring up a concern for the public response to a Boeing 747 buzzing Manhattan? Even when I watch clips on YouTube it seems surreal.
Second - At a time when our country is in such financial chaos the administration needs glamor shots of Air Force One in New York? For what possible purpose? Ever hear of photoshop?
Finally - As information began to trickle out on the planning of this flyover, it became clear that the administration DID get warned that this could cause public panic. At that point the NYPD was told to keep it quiet.
In the end, $328,835 was spent to take a few photos and terrorize citizens. Not all 'Change' is good change...
Souter to retire
One of the things I suggested my students do after the election was to pray for the health of the Supreme Court Justices. I truly was not being sarcastic, but genuinely concerned about the direction the court would head under such liberal President.
Well, health doesn't seem to be the issue (although we do not really know) Souter has made public his retirement. While Souter was nominated by George H.W. Bush he has leaned further and further left. Unfortunately I think his replacement will not only be FURTHER left, but based on the President's recent comments, a judicial activist.
I detest judicial activism. The Constitution is NOT a living document. The Supreme Court's primary goal is not empathy and identification with every demographic, but to uphold the Constitution.
Keep the prayers going for the rest!
Well, health doesn't seem to be the issue (although we do not really know) Souter has made public his retirement. While Souter was nominated by George H.W. Bush he has leaned further and further left. Unfortunately I think his replacement will not only be FURTHER left, but based on the President's recent comments, a judicial activist.
I detest judicial activism. The Constitution is NOT a living document. The Supreme Court's primary goal is not empathy and identification with every demographic, but to uphold the Constitution.
Keep the prayers going for the rest!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Some more crowd shots of Franklin, TN Tea Party
This was such a great crowd of friendly people. Funny to think that DHS considers them dangerous. I felt COMPLETELY safe!
We not only opened in Prayer, the National Anthem and the Pledge but later we sang America the Beautiful while the sun was setting. This is what MY AMERICA looks like!
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