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...
Saturday, May 2, 2009
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!
Franklin, TN Tea Party 4-15-09 6PM
It was great that the Nashville Tea Party and the Franklin one were scheduled far enough apart to allow me a quick trip home to recharge the video camera and download some pics off my memory card!
Franklin's Tea Party was also VERY well attended! It spilled over into each road (and two alleys) leading out of the square. The people were GREAT! The speakers were GREAT!
I'm including some pics here and still editing video!
Some People Just Don't Get It
The MSM is determined to downplay the importance of Wednesday's Tea Parties around the country. Even living in a conservative area of the Bible Belt our local television stations barely covered the event.
I hope this also encourages conservatives to action. The liberals have understood that cultivating the media, the public school system and higher education would give them an advantage, we conservatives have not done enough to get the message out & educate others.
Personally, I find that when I talk one on one with others, there is so much confusion about the policies behind the politics and their long range effects. It is an education issue. People of ALL ages now seem ignorant of our history, unaware of the effects of certain legislation and downright duped by the media's biased and lazy reporting of world events.
This week, I have two challenges for you:
1. Start a new book. Increase your own education in history, politics, biographies, etc. There area ton of great writers with great books out right now. Two current faves - Liberal Fascism by Jonah Goldberg or Liberty & Tyranny by Mark Levin.
2. Engage someone in a REAL political conservation. Discuss your beliefs and ask about theirs. Do your best to get past the surface and dig in deep! You may learn something or inform them!
I hope this also encourages conservatives to action. The liberals have understood that cultivating the media, the public school system and higher education would give them an advantage, we conservatives have not done enough to get the message out & educate others.
Personally, I find that when I talk one on one with others, there is so much confusion about the policies behind the politics and their long range effects. It is an education issue. People of ALL ages now seem ignorant of our history, unaware of the effects of certain legislation and downright duped by the media's biased and lazy reporting of world events.
This week, I have two challenges for you:
1. Start a new book. Increase your own education in history, politics, biographies, etc. There area ton of great writers with great books out right now. Two current faves - Liberal Fascism by Jonah Goldberg or Liberty & Tyranny by Mark Levin.
2. Engage someone in a REAL political conservation. Discuss your beliefs and ask about theirs. Do your best to get past the surface and dig in deep! You may learn something or inform them!
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