Liberal Chrystie & Proud of it!

Katrina Truth-Research Site A-1

2006-01-28T23:38:00.000-05:00

Katrina Truth-Research on the Hurricane Katrina Disaster is by far, one of the best researched, documented and news-covered site about the Hurricane Katrina Disaster.

I highly recommend this site to one and all.

Great job, Katrinatruth!

Keep Alito Off the Bench & You Can Help!

2006-01-28T22:19:00.000-05:00

Dailykos is not taking the weekend off in fighting to get the Democrat Party in filibustering Alito thank God. Folks, Alito is seriously bad for our entire nation. Really bad.

Please join them and if you need the DNC, DSCC and your Senators phone numbers, click here.

I tip my hat at how hard the non-neocon/non-radical Republican bloggers are working. Democrats up on the Hill had better listen because this is such a significant event, many Dems are certain to loose seats if they don't back Senator Kerry, Kennedy, Clinton and others in filibustering Alito.

Special BRAVOs to those fighting on the frontlines like Mike Malloy over at AirAmerica...

And the Fontline Bloggers:

The Agonist
BobGeiger
BradBlog
BuzzFlash
CultureKitchen
The Democratic Daily
DemocraticUnderground
Eschaton
Firedoglake
Mahablog
MakeThemAccountable
Mark Crispin Miller
NewsDissector
PoliticalWire
RudePundit
Vichy Democrats

You can change things before Monday, January 30th, 2006 before 4:30 p.m. Call your Senators. Send a pre-made free fax PDF form. Fax 13 target Senators for the filibuster for free at SaveTheCourts.org. I did and it took me all of 3 seconds.

Daily Kos: State of the Nation: "AlitoTraitorWatch"

Call your Senators before Monday afternoon.
Tell them to vote "no" on Cloture, and "yes" to filibuster Alito.

WORDS ON PAINTINGS by RogerArt

2006-01-28T21:49:00.000-05:00

One of the most fantastic, peaceful meaning web site finds in sometime, "Rogerart (dot) com" is the site of the day - heck, the entire year for that matter.

Checkout his art, paintings, and tons of links and freebies, too at WORDS ON PAINTINGS.

I don't know who this guy or gal is, but whomever it is they're blogging for the most sincere goodness of our entire world.

May God bless this rogerart person, and a "Citizen of Earth" handshake back at ya.

Mike Malloy Wins New York A.I.R. Awards!

2006-01-27T23:36:00.000-05:00

Mike Malloy "Speaking the truth to Power."

If you haven't heard of Mike Malloy, well, he's one of the best nightly Air America Radio online and XM radio station talk radio host around, along with Randi Rhodes and so many others fighting to get the truth out.

Malloy has been around for almost 20 years and according to his website, it's won him admirers (self included) as well as awards. All I know is I'm a huge fan and don't know where I'd be without him some nights.

Speaking of awards, Mike has won the March of Dimes A.I.R. Achievement in Radio Award in New York for "best talk radio show of the year."

Liberal Chrystie is sending out a special congratulations to Mike, his wife Kathy and Molly! Thanks for hanging-in there for folks like myself.

If you'd like to hear Malloy's archived shows, head over to The White Rose Society. To learn more about this historically significant society and how they got started during the World War II era, head over to the Wikipedia free encyclopedia online and read-up on the history of this nonviolent resistant group. They were brave freedom-fighters during the Nazi regime period.

In Memory of Hans, his sister Sophie Scholl, Christoph Probst, Alexander Schmorell and Willi Graf, executed for participating in a resistance movement against the Nazi regime through "White Rose." All were in in their early 20's, and students at the Munich University. It's noted that all but Sophie were war veterans fighting on the "French and Russian fronts."

Thanks to Wikipedia.org.

They Really Thought They Were Free: Nazi Germans

2006-01-27T19:38:00.001-05:00

And they did...

Read more of this sad, historic, WWI period at "The Third Reich: They Thought They Were Free," by Milton Mayer. Of German and Jewish descent, he describes how his life went from a "decent man," to total Nazi. He would later become an American journalist.

"Kudos" to RCD, the Web Host for the "Third Reich Roundtable" web site.

DID YOU KNOW: Time Magazine named Adolf Hitler as "Man of the Year" in 1938 because he was "applauded wildly and ecstatically by most Germans." And added, "Hitler became in 1938 the greatest threatening force that the democratic, freedom-loving world faces."

"First they came for the Communists, but I was not a Communist so I did not speak out.
Then they came for the Socialists and the Trade Unionists, but I was neither, so I did not speak out.
Then they came for the Jews, but I was not a Jew so I did not speak out.
And when they came for me, there was no one left to speak out for me."

Paster Martin Niemoller ~ 1945
Ref: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Niemoller

Wikimedia Foundation Needs Help Folks

2006-01-27T19:38:00.000-05:00

Personal Appeal From The Wikimedia Foundation:

Come on folks. Make a tax-deductable donation to Wikipedia founder, Jimmy Wales.

Wikipedia was the best online find for me in eons. You can find almost anything defining and it's great for a fast reference. Whether it be historic in nature, famous people, quotes, people, places and things - you name it.

But, right now the founder of this site needs our help.

Did You Know: It's one of the top 30 web sites on the Internet, and it was accomplished (2005) spending less then $750,000.00 growing rapidly, it's offered in other languages, to boot!

You can donate using Paypal, other methods, calling an 1-800 number or snail-mail.

Disclosure: This site & webmistress has no vested interest in Wikipedia (wish I had :), other then passing on the word for a site I happen to cherish. And, because thanks to this site all age groups from around the world can read free textbooks, reference works, all created freely.

Support John Bonifaz Running for Massachusetts Secretary of Commonwealth

2006-01-27T00:00:00.000-05:00

John Bonifaz | Democrat for Secretary of State:

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"As a candidate for Secretary of the Commonwealth, I will support citizen efforts aimed at bringing our Massachusetts National Guard troops home from Iraq. We must fight to end this illegal and unconstitutional war and bring our troops home now."

"I will press for greater corporate accountability..." and he adds, "it ought to be accountable to the workers and people of our Commonwealth." He's determined to respect oversight responsibilities in Massachusetts and fight for your interests."

John Bonifaz Blog
Featured in the Daily Hampshire Gazette

You've got to read his "Voters' Bill of Rights."

John Bonifaz is a co-founder of the AfterDowningStreet.org/ group - the group responsible for getting out the only word to the American people about the "Downing Street Memos," and helping Rep. John Conyers, Jr. and so many others - all patriotic heros in today's world of progressive politics.

Read the new questions on petition fraud claim here.

Other co-founders of the AfterDowningStreet.org members include David Swanson, Bob Fertik, Tim Carpenter and Steve Cobble.

Folks. When I hit the internet in search of the truth right after the Nov. 2004 elections (I knew something horrible had happened again in my beloved county), these were the first people I found. Because I knew Al Gore won in 2000, and Senator John Kerry won by a landslide, till Fox News made that announcement just minutes before midnight on Nov. 2, 2004.

I don't know where I'd be without the likes of Mr. Bonifaz.

You say you haven't heard of the Downing Street Memos? Well then, check it out here and here, and here here, here, here and here.

John Bonifaz has worked tirelessly against the odds and I commend, and respect him highly.

John Kerry Blogging Live: Filibuster Alito

2006-01-26T23:15:00.000-05:00

Senator John Kerry blogged live tonight over at "The Daily Kos" web site. There is hope if enough people call their Senators.

Visit John Kerry's Diary here.

The Left Coaster: One of the Best Blogs Around

2006-01-26T01:23:00.000-05:00

The Left Coaster

One of the best Left leaning blogs around. Insightful, this is where I get my news. You should give this "outside-the-beltway" perspective a shot. Thanks Left Coaster, for telling it like it is.

Checkout:
Timeline Leading to the Iraq War
Uranium from Africa & Treasongate FAQ

Excellent new & opinion site. I highly recommend visiting.

Political Pundit Chris Matthews Owes Americans an Apology

2006-01-25T21:21:00.000-05:00

Political Pundit Chris Matthews Owes Democrats & Americans an Apology

A new site has hit the Internet air-blogs. It's an open letter to MSNBC's Chris Matthews of Hardball. The url is: http://openlettertochrismatthews.blogspot.com/

Yes, it seems Matthews creating a real stir among his "other half," namely democratic Americans.

In recent days Matthews equated Democrats, Michael Moore, and any American against the war in Iraq to the yet-to-be-found-all-but-forgotten-except-under-strange-cirumstances-and-odd-coincidentally-timed-terrorist, Osama Bin Laden.

Congressional Representative Louise Slaughter has great concerns over Matthews' comments and so do a lot of other Americans - like more then half the country, self included!

Yes, Chris Matthews... When you made those statements comparing critics of the Bush administration to the likes of Bin Laden, you joined the ranks of Fox News' O'Reilly.

Way to go, Chris. You blew-it!

I'm with Rep. Slaughter, and the folks that created Open Letter to Chris Matthews Blog Spot finding his remarks way over the top, horribly reckless, filled with cruel political rhetoric, way past absurb, and extremely offensive!

I think it's another harmful way to divide Americans still further. And, I'm profoundly mystified by these events, as much as everything going on in our country. Is it just me? This is scary, and closely resembles how the Hitler era began. I feel like I'm in the Twilight Zone, not the US of A.

So, until Chris Matthews apologies to Democrats for these horrible statements, and I mean a sincere, heart-felt apology on-the-air, I'll never watch MSNBC again and sway from their advertisers.

Read all about it here and here.

Courageous Patriots: Georgetown University

2006-01-24T23:45:00.000-05:00

"Those Who Would Sacrifice Liberty for Security, Deserve Neither."

A paraphrase of a quote by Benjamin Franklin and held-up on a huge banner today at a conference at the Georgetown Univeristy Law School.

See the photos of these courageous young people whom turned their backs on Gonzales in protest against warrantless surveillance pre 9/11 on Americans.

They did it for all of us.

Support DEMS to WALK OUT

2006-01-24T18:29:00.000-05:00

Someone started a blog called WALK OUT

Head over and comment your suport for Dems to Walk-Out. This is not about Democrats, Republicans, Libertarians, Green, Independants, and those of no particular voting preference. This is about our Constitutional rights and so much more.

This blog was inspired from the original article by writer/author William River Pitts at Truthout Org suggesting Dems to Walk out.

A Major Lesson in Current Affairs

2006-01-24T13:21:00.000-05:00

Weaving the "Why?" Strands: The Bushevik Puzzle ~ by Bernard Weiner, Co-Editor of The Crisis Papers.

Learn (right now) about all of our nations major issues, namely our current affairs happening right now in his most current article. It is compelling and an easy-read.

BIO: "Ph.D., has taught government & interntaionl relations at various universites, worked as a writer/editor with the San Francisco Chronicle, and currently co-edits The Crisis Papers."

Peace

John Kerry's Blogging W/All at Daily Kos!

2006-01-22T20:50:00.000-05:00

Daily Kos: Real Hardball: "That's reason to be outraged - but even more outrageous is the fact that in a flurry of sound bites what was lost was a real discussion of the fact that more than four years after the devastating attacks of 9/11, more than four years after George Bush boasted we wanted Osama 'dead or alive,' more than a year after Osama Bin Laden showed his hateful face in yet another video, this barbarian is still very much alive and boasting of additional attacks against the United States."

Read Senator John Kerry's diary, too at Daily Kos. And while you're at it - send him your thoughts.

Add'l: This is the absolute best! Thank you, Senator!!!

Great Blog: David Sirota

2006-01-22T17:29:00.000-05:00

Excellent blog!

David Sirota's latest Huffington Post blog cuts right to our economic problems. Entitled, "The Dishonest Economic Fantasies Screwing Over Ordinary Americans" really hits home.

If you read nothing else today, read this article. It's very informative.

And, he has a new book out called Hostile Takeover.

Has She No Shame: Katherine Harris vs. Ben Nelson

2006-01-22T17:09:00.000-05:00

According to today's headline story from The HuffingtonPost, Katherine Harris is seriously low on campaign money, but, hey... that won't stop Florida's Gov. Jeb Bush from stacking the election votes in her favor.

Even though Democrat Bill Nelson has 6 million for his campaign, compared to Harris at about 1 million or so, though it's hard to tell the way the article is written. Comments are coming-in, just the same.

You figure it out (She gave herself ? 250k, but raised over 1 million):

AP Writer, Brendan Farrington (Yahoo Article)

"Fundraising has also gone slower than she expected and she acknowledged Saturday that she gave her campaign $250,000 during the final quarter of last year. She said, however, that she raised more than $1 million in other cash contributions — double the amount she raised in her first quarter of fundraising."

When asked how she felt compared to (D) Nelson's 6 million in the bank since September, Harris reportedly stated, "We know that when we turn out the Republicans, we'll be victorious."

Ah-ha! Obviously "more" Floridians have already placed their money on the candidate they want to represent them, "Ben Nelson." Yet, Harris sure seems like it's a shoe-in.

Interesting.

Has she no shame after the 2000 Presidential election?

Constitutional Debates: A Week of Historic Crossroads

2006-01-20T23:18:00.000-05:00

Here's some interesting Constitutional literary works online. Hope other's find them useful.

Just a Bump in the Beltway
Bob Geiger
TomDispatch
Love All People
The Crisis Paper
Thomas Paine - Historical aspects of this famous Revolutionary writer.
American Constitution Society

Great Website Find: The Religious Left

2006-01-20T22:28:00.000-05:00

The Religious Left

What a great site I just stumbled upon. It gives one hope.

You'll find:

Thumbs-up. There is nothing like finding another peaceful, kind, compassionate liberal religious site, dedicated to Jesus' teachings.

Is this the End of Our Democracy?

2006-01-20T18:13:00.000-05:00

See what others think at The Blog | Martin Garbus: How Close Are We to the End of Democracy? | The Huffington Post: b Martin Garbus

"There is no crisis today that justifies suspending the constitution. There is a constitution in effect today. That constitution has endured for over 200 years.

Bush's cry of 'crisis' is as false as former Chief Justice Rehnquist's (and four other Justices) cry of crisis. Each time both Rehnquist and Bush tried to set aside the Constitution to get an illegal result."

Bin Laden Speaks and All Hell Breaks Loose

2006-01-19T20:22:00.000-05:00

This guy's timing is "impeccible."

In the meantime:

Over at the Huffington Post the article's entitled, "Attacks Coming To America... "Operations Under Preparation And You Will See Them In Your Houses..."
There are 1,895 comments thus far (Jan. 19, 2006 @ 8:05 PM EST) at above article.
The good news (reportedly) he's offering a "truce."
MSNBC's Chris Matthews of Hardball calls Bin Laden over the top, mentioning worse than Michael Moore, whom I happen to like.
Here are BL's transcript.
Israel is preparing for a possible attack on Iran.
Global Warming blamed on Bush, by Ex-EPA Chiefs.
The Feds want Google's search engine records for any week they ask.
A 42 Page Leaked Justice Dept. document declares wiretaps legal. The ACLU "blasts Justice findings as 'spin."
Those cams you see (even in small towns) are the Feds spying on who?
Iran's threatening to cut off oil supplies. Rice demands UN actions asap.
One of my favorite historians "The Crisis Papers" needs help staying online, paying for staff and researchers.

Did you Know...

2006-01-18T22:43:00.000-05:00

One (1) fluorescent light bulb equals 13 traditional light bulbs?
And, it will save you a ton of money in the long-run.

Check-out more facts similiar to this at: Woody Harrelson and Laura Louie's VoiceYourself

Students Asked to Spy on Liberal Professors

2006-01-18T18:30:00.000-05:00

Capitol Weekly: Bruin Alumni Association Targets 'Radical' Faculty

Just when one thinks they've heard it all - you got to think again in these times.

A group calling themselves the Bruin Alumni Association published a list of professors from UCLA online at their website. The BAA is distributing to the public teachers whom do any of the follow:

one can't stop talking about Bush
the Iraq war
the Republican Party
ideals not in step with the BAA group named above, namely Republican opinions

The group offers $100 to anyone willing to turn in professors, if they do any of the above. The last I read of such actions was when reading of the Getstapo - the Hitler era on the History Channel & in plenty of history books.

The list is at www.uclaprofs.com.

I'm sorry, but, what was that about "morals" and "values?"

Anyone...?

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~ UPDATE ~

Googled The Bruin Alumni Association at the UCLA.

The Daily Bruin's Online Article

Andrew Jones graduated from UCLA back in 2003 with a degree in "political science," and a minor in "public policy." A conservative, he wasn't happy with the campus atmosphere, and left behind quite a bit of complaints, according to the article aforementioned. Calling the campus a "cancer of political radicalism," Jones accused the chancellor, and alumni associates of "hiding issues from donors." Upset over what "can" and "can not" be said in the classrooms, his main objective is targeting the university's strongest areas which include outside fundrasing and the alumni itself.

According to the Daily Bruin, Mr. Jones states, "I want this to be as broad a voice as the UCLA Alumni Association, and perhaps even UCLA itself."

Also noted, Jones was chairman of the Bruin Republicans while in attendance at UCLA, and a former colomnist for the Daily Bruin. With an advisory board of conservative activists, possibly four campus professors, and a Republican Senator.

It appears Mr. Jones is not a present-day student at UCLA, and is trying to change policies on the outside, in a political manner.

How Did Your State Rate on Bushs Job Rating?

2006-01-17T18:55:00.000-05:00

This survey was released today. See how your state rated at
SurveyUSA - 50 State POTUS 01/06 Sort by Net Approval

My state is blue ;)

Found a Great Website Today!

2006-01-17T15:45:00.000-05:00

It's packed with the "truth" and its "funny!"

Check it out: Republicans are idiots! A reality-based website.

Scotty should re-read some of those 10 Commandments, like "thou shall not lie...!"

Dumbing-Down: They Made Stupid in America

2006-01-17T15:21:00.000-05:00

This is a well-written article about John Stossel, and how America's public school systems have failed our children.

Dumbing-downward. Are you a concerned parent, guardian or grandparent? If so, take a read: The Daily Howler

Al Gore On the Limits of Executive Powers

2006-01-16T14:39:00.000-05:00

Al Gore's speech today, from the DAR Constitutional Hall in Washington, D.C.'s transcripts can be read here: Al Gore 08. View the Video now online at C-SPAN.

A poster over at DU has laid out Al Gore's 5 Point Plan to save America, in case you missed his speech today. They include:

1. A bipartisan call for appointment of a special council
2. Whistleblower protections for officials
3. Hearings on presidential power abuse
4. Kill the PATRIOT act
5. Telecom companies should stop spying

Read more here.

Al Gore Spoke Today at the DAR in DC

2006-01-16T14:03:00.000-05:00

Al Gore Speaks the Truth for all Americans
Watch the Video - now up online.

It's time we bring out country back to what she truly stands for: Freedom, Democracy - it's the American way.

The man who trades freedom for security does not deserve nor will he ever receive either. Benjamin Franklin

Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves. Abraham Lincoln

Al Gore's Speech:

Sadly, the M$N will more then likely not talk much about this today, or any day. Of course if they do, it will be in the negative. And to think, the Republican voters of American fell for that propaganda crap that "the media is liberal." Oh, Bull! You don't fall for that crap any longer I hope.

Al Gore spoke for this American today and I thank him, greatly! We really need leaders to speak out like never before "now," before it's really too late. It gives me great comfort to know I'm not alone with my fears and worries of losing our Bill of Rights, and our Constitutional rights, as well.

I've sat back and watched as my country slopes downwards daily into a Hoover-like scenario. "Dishonesty is rewarded." Yes, Mr. Gore, sir, you got that right, quoting from his speech.

We now live in a "culture of corruption" - the 2 hottest issues are just that, the war & corruption on a massive scale now.

As he spoke today from the Constitutional Hall of our DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) in Washington, D.C., he spoke of the domestic surveillance taking place on "we the people," and the loss of our freedoms. You do know that as Americans we could go straight to jail if we say something against the President or the war, particularly Democrats. This is not the American way I know, rather a horrible tragedy placed upon us.

What did we do wrong? Why does my own government hate me?

Gore quoted "George Orwell." Amazing. I just bought this book last week! If you haven't read or heard of Orwell, I suggest you catch-up on who he was, and what he predicted in his book 1984, and it's happening now, right here in America. Read the book online freely, here.

Bush announced at a speech that Americans should basically punish Democrats if they speak out against the war and him. What kind of President that is suppose to defend our Constitutional rights, our liberties, our freedoms and yes all of us Americans, say such a thing? Is he calling for other Americans to do just that - to punish us? No. How any Republican voter can sincerely wish this upon their fellow Americans, I ask. Am I to assume all Republicans that voted for Bush, and still support him have children, and grandchildren, nieces and nephews, friends and relatives that all agree with them. And if they don’t, they’d standby and watch their loved-ones be treated as such? I think not. Maybe many Americans do not know what’s going on because they’re too busy working, surviving economically, so they don’t keep-up with current events. It’s possible I suppose, but is it probable?

Why kind of President who takes an oath on the Bible to protect, defend and represent all Americans, regardless of whether we voted for him or not, turn brother against brother, friend against friend - and he has, and most know it. Our country was "united," as in "The United States of America." Since Bush took office, we seem to be tossed into a cycle of fear, despair, and urged to turn against Democrats, and folks this is bad – we are in trouble if we continue to allow our leaders to do as much.

Note: As Americans, we don't own the Bible, it belongs to many religions around the globe, and has been in existance long before we got our hands on her. Click here to read about the Bible.

Its heart wrenching - the events this administration is placing up Americans like never, ever before. And don’t blame it on Clinton. He hasn’t been President in over 5 ½ years. As well, don’t blame the Democrats in Congress. They have doors slammed in their faces from important meetings; they are powerless because they are in the minority vote-wise, both on the House and Senate floors of Congress – yet, Democratic Congressional members represent more Americans then the GOP. Were cows voting in the last elections? Because many voters were not allowed to vote in the 2000 elections - the proof is overwhelming.

Seriously, isn’t that just odd?

I suggest you look up the word, Fascism. It's far from American's values, and if you have any morals about you, you'll realize all of this is absolutely wrong and we're not heading in the wrong direction, we're already there.

Our democracy is in crisis mode and Al Gore knows it, as most Americans know now. That's why he is speaking today with the groups listed below. I recommend visiting those links and while you're at it, grab a copy of a pocket-sized Constitution. Barnes and Noble sell them online, and by their stores front door, at least in my area. Amazon has them online, too.

Read what one-time President Jimmy Carter says about the loss of our Constitution and rights over the last several years and how we're in deep trouble, in his new book "Our Endangered Values: Americans Moral Crisis."

If you missed Gore's speech today, head over to C-SPAN1 and watch today’s clips of his great speech.

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To read more about Vice President Al Gore, and Bob Barr, one of the latest heros of the constitution, and a Republican at that. They're joint efforts today attacked what Bush & his administration have done to our freedoms.

Checkout these links for more Information:

http://www.humaneventsonline.com/article.php?id=11590
http://www.healthfreedom.net/
http://www.cagw.org/
http://www.townhall.com/
http://www.moveon.org/
http://www.libertycoalition.net
http://www.acslaw.org
http://www.dar.org/
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/

What Al Gore's Been Doing:
Al Gore 2004
Al Gore 2008
Current TV

For those feeling chicken-hawkish and believe military families are for our glorious leader, and the war in Iraq, go here: http://www.mfso.org/. These families will tell you differently.

Lastly, Americans favor impeachment now: http://democrats.com/bush-impeachment-poll-1

We're Being Looted!

2006-01-16T11:26:00.000-05:00

Rolling Stone : Looting Homeland Security

Click the above link to read how as Americans we are being looted, literally. Think I'm kidding, click HERE and read whats going on.

"Katrina may have been a natural disaster -- but President Bush created the bungled response by gutting FEMA and turning the nation's security over to corporate cronies and for-profit contractors."

And it just gets worse and worse, day in and day out.

When will it all end, I ask?

Just Say NO to the Alito Nomination

2006-01-16T11:21:00.000-05:00

Nomination Watch

This is a good site I found that's an "easy read" for anyone watching the Judge Alito Supreme Court nomination.

Run by the National Women's Law Center, it's very insightful. If you value freedom & liberty, and regardless of your views on abortion, rather you feel a woman has a right to choose, checkout this site.

And while you're at it, clicking HERE will send a message of "NO" to Alito. Don't do it for your idealogy, do what's right for the entire country. A man wouldn't want a women telling him what he can and can not do with his body and his most intimate part of his life, anymore then a women does either.

Once we go backwards in our lifestyles in a "civilized" nation, we're doomed to repeat our pasts. Haven't we evoled more then that? Would Jesus have you cast the first stone at one of your fellow human beins?

Judge not, fore thee shall be judged.

We've Become a laughing stock

2006-01-16T01:14:00.000-05:00

VHeadline.com:

This article says it all for me. Maybe it will for passing readers, as well.

Failing in all areas; the United States of America is a laughing stock.

Written by Carol S. Wolman, Sunday January 15, 2006, she's a Northern California physchiatrist and if after reading her article (an easy read for anyone) you still just don't get it, that might explain why we've become the world "laughing stock."

What a mess. A disgusting, dispicable, and yes horrible mess.

Yahoo web beacons may not shine with users

2006-01-15T22:57:00.000-05:00

Yahoo web beacons may not shine with users

Dear God... here we go again.

If you're concerned for you lack of privacy (and who isn't these days), and you're an avid user of Yahoo let me suggest you read this latest hitting article, "Yahoo Web Beacons," by Mary Landesman over at about.com.

And these beacons are not just in your emails, it goes much, much further. Here's what to do to opt-out as I just did:

1. Goto the Yahoo Privacy Policy page.
2. Run a search for the area entitled "Cookies."
3. Click on "web beacons."
4. Click the 1 link "opt-out."

Leave it at that. Do not click on that link below.

What a world... we buy all the gadgets, and they'll screw us every time.

John Conyers's Blog - A Must Read Today

2006-01-15T17:50:00.000-05:00

John Conyers, Jr. -- ConyersBlog

It's a must read today, folks. Congressman John Conyers, Jr. is blogging this Sunday and it's a must read.

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"The Republican response? Pretend this is about something else."

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I know what he means. Do you? Then click on the link and read about the most corrupt administration in the history of this nation.

I love my Dog.

2006-01-15T16:53:00.000-05:00

This is my dog, "Huggybear." Notice that worried look in his eyes. Well, his mistress doesn't understand why any government agency, much less any radical group would want to harm his mistress because she loves animals and feels protective over them.

Maybe its Huggybear, and maybe it's me, but I dunno. I was taught growing-up that the way a human bein treats animals, & their fellow humans says a lot about the integrity of one's soul. But again, maybe it's just me.

Iraq Soldiers Speak Out Supporting Murtha... | The Huffington Post

2006-01-15T16:26:00.000-05:00

Iraq Soldiers Speak Out Supporting Murtha... | The Huffington Post

Checkout all the blogging going on over at The Huffington Post. There are hundreds of folks participating. Join-in and give your opinion, too.

The Gist: Fox News showed 1 (One) Afghanistan soldier stating morale is high among soldiers, and he'd gladly serve in Iraq today. But here's where the problem lies. Fox News only broadcasted his remarks, not all of the other soliders over there right now and they have another thing to say about what's really happening and how they feel.

They DO support MURTHA and they're speaking-out now.

Support our troops in Iraq. Click the above link and let our brave men and women know you support them, regardless of who you might or might now support.

Mon. Jan. 16, 2006: Al Gore "Call to Arms" C-SPAN

2006-01-15T00:57:00.000-05:00

This coming Monday, January 16, 2006 Al Gore will be in Washington, D.C. to speak to the American people from the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) hall. He will be joined by the bipartisan Liberty Coalition and the American Constitution Society for Law and Policy.

This is important folks. It airs on C-SPAN at high-noon, Monday, EST.

Topics of Discussion:

Threats posed on Americans civil liberties by current administration
Constitutional Crisis with no checks and balances
Domestic Wiretapping
Too much power in an executive manner
Congressional Direction

Certainly more...

Coming from our former Vice President whom won the Presidency in the year 2000 by at least 500,000 votes, this holds a lot of weight. It's important and one of the most significant event to hit our airwaves. If you don't subscribe to cable or satellite tv, head for http://www.c-span.org/, or check http://www.google.com/ for certain vidio clips to follow.

Thanks to "The Nation" an online, and subscription magazine for placing this out here.

http://www.thenation.com/blogs/thebeat?bid=1&pid=49140

The Democratic Underground

2006-01-14T23:02:00.000-05:00

After the stunning election of Bush in November of 2004, my flabbergast was left all over my bedroom floor. It was about 10 minutes before midnight and as I channel-switched around, from every major news station on the tube, I couldn't believe my eyes when a victory was suddenly called for Bush. Shocked, I went to bed assuming it was all one big mistake. After all, Wolf of CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC and MSNBC all called a victory for Senator Kerry of MA.

The next day, after returning from college I hurried to the tube new-feeds and was even more shocked, well, I was sickened to hear Bush as he gave that infamous victory speech where he said something like "I've got my mandate, going to spend it on whatever I please and either you're with me or..." Well, my heart sunk. How could a President speak to my fellow Americans as if we were now the enemies? This was what he said during that other speech from the House or Senate floor, when he was preparing to take us into a war against Afganastan. He said those words to other countries that did not back us up. Now, he was saying this to us.

Since then, nothings been the same. Never in my wildest (nightmares) did I ever think I'd see my President speak in such a manner. So, in total desperation for some sort of rationale I hit the Internet. It's no great pleasure to admit I soon found I wasn't alone, rather on the contrary. People were way ahead of me. But, I lost a few years there because my husband died in a tragic, unexpected accident. So here I was, finally returning to life to a world I had abandoned during my sad, long lonesome journey only to find the world outside had changed for the worse.

During my internet serch for the "truth," I found Truth.org. From there came many, many other websites, some listed on the right sidebar. But the place I found where I could not only hang-out with others as upset and bewildered as I and actually speak my mind, and read other's thoughts (some extremely well-versed & in-the-know) was the Democratic Underground. At first I lingered about, lurking in the background afraid... when I think of that now, I can't imagine why I was so frightened. After all, I was born free - an American through and through tied to the red white and blue. But there I was, terrified of being - I dunno, lynched by these Right-Wing fanaticals. As a History major I still find it hard to believe how scared I was.

But, I'm not afraid anymore. No. I was born free. And no one is going to take that away from me. I don't break the law. Rarely do I drive over the speed-limit, though everyone else is always passing me on the highways and that's when I am going slightly over the limit - go figure. I respect everyone above myself, and treat others as I'd want them to do unto me, even when they don't. I make mistakes just like the next guy and gal, but never intentionally. But, as an American, can one imagine being afraid to speak my mind, to voice my God-given right, and American born right to freely feel and say whatever. When one grows-up knowing the "golden rule," isn't that enough? Apparently now according to some.

Now, I watch from the side lines as our civil liberties, and rights are on a fast-track to hell and for the life of me I don't understand why? It's as if they hate us. Oh, I want to protest. I really, really do as does everyone I know - of all ages, and backgrounds. Yet, as hard as it seems, everyone is either waiting for others to start so they can follow, or they're afraid and that's truly sad. If Liberal Chrystie has a friend to go with, she's certainly go to Washington and hold a sign to protest this bad admininstration (worse ever, honestly!). Maybe she'll gather up her courage and go it alone. Lord knows she's ready too 'cause, she misses her country.

When we give-up our freedom and liberties, we give-up of our souls and the terrorists win.

What has become of my country I once knew? Why has the GOP gone mad? Why does my President wish to listen to me on the telephone? Why? We're not the enemies. I thought we were suppose to go after Bin Ladin and that Taliban?

We'll we ever recover? Liberal Chrystie just does not know. I hope the good guys and gals are sincerely working real hard and fast in the background to restore some sanity and sense back to our once great nation. Guess that's all one has is hope, though it certainly should be a lot more.

God Bless Us, 'cause we really need ya now.

Liberal Chrystie is Back!

2006-01-14T22:39:00.000-05:00

Shew. Its' been sometime since I've posted here on my blog and you know, I rather missed it. Besides moving, which was "something else," the dog and cats are settled-in enjoying the squirrels and robins (yes, robins in January if one can imagine on the middle east coast) as much as I look foward to Spring when I can get some much needed repairs done to this ole', but new place.

Checked my postings and was pleasantly surprised and quite honored to see 2 pertinent posters. So, without further ado it gives me great pleasure to suggest these highly significant, and in my viewpoint, two of the best Christian (slash) liberal web sites on the net.

First, there is "Liberals Like Christ." Written by "liberator_rev," if there was an award for those that have placed unimaginable amount of personal, gut-wrenching time, effort and earnest hard-work into, well, it's certainly this site. But, don't be fooled by the entry page. There is no possible way one can untertake everything Liberator_rev has to offer - no way, not in one sitting. So, visit and bookmark. You'll want to return again and again! Matter-of-fact, there is so much reading here, it might take weeks to gather it all in but worth every moment of your time. Besides, every now and then (everyday in these trying times) we all need a place to hang-out at, where we feel welcomed and at peace.

The second website, "Jesus Was a Liberal" is another outstanding place to visit. I was especially impressed with the welcome line which reads, "Defending classical American pluralistic liberalism from both extreme right-wing dogmatically-correct religious and left-wing politically-correct secular theocrats by appealing to the teachings of Jesus as the role model for ethical and rational dialogue in a democracy under the rule of law. Freedom for all of us, not just the elite." -- Wow. Created by Richard Mathis of North Carolina, you'll enjoy this site (hopefully), as I have.

Kudos to both. I've added a link on the right sidebar to both.

And, may God bless all... :)

Liberal Chrystie is back and I've really got my work cut-out for me now. Shew.
Taht's really putting it mildly.

P.S. Looking forward to hearing from one and all.

Whoopsi Gras by Mark Fiore

2005-09-07T23:26:00.000-05:00

Click here to see a visual of "The Reality Float." Created by San Francisco cartoonist and animator, Mark Fiore, at first you'll see he's trying desperately to bring some humor into our saddest days from the devasting flood, and total lack of the most uncompassionate high-leadership.

Then, you'll hear the end and it will catapult you back to the sad reality.

KATRINA TIMELINE

2005-09-07T22:35:00.000-05:00

The Authentic KATRINA TIMELINE. Read it here.

The Democrat's open-letters to the public.

U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu, D-LA issues a statement blasting Bush on his seriously late response.

Eric Alterman of MSNBC.com's "Altercation's" Shock & Staging of Bushs' tour in areas of the flood areas that really were not -- all staged. Read it right here. I sadly kid you not! Mr. Alterman has plenty of links to prove everything he says. Thank you, Mr. Alterman.

Read here about Bush's faked repairs of levees only for the cameras, and the faking of repairs here, as well.

Read the Crisis Paper. It helps me when I'm feeling all alone in my thoughts and totally disgusted with the worse leadership my countrymen and women have had to endure, in sad, total anguish.

Truthout.org You will get the truth, news-wise here, so help me God.

GOV. KATHLEEN BLANCO. Hang-in there. Here's one American behind you, all the way.

I'm even more appalled then Mr. Alterman, David Gregory, and even Mr. Shepherd (Fox News) and their long-time anchor Geraldo, the latter both (Fox) anchors drived to tears and begging for compassion before the Rove Machine could get their hands all over CNN, MSNBC and Fox News on Television and yes, I seen a 360 degree turn in news reporting after Bush's visit on Friday -- these stations are notorious for their backing of the neo-con's and Bush's regime and even they were appalled - I know, I watched it and I never watch that station. Oh, they're anti-democrat so don't give me that crap that our news reporters are "liberal." But if you really want to know what I think it's plain and simple. Something's wrong when I know with my own eyes and ears that as we went in to Afghanastan, only to fast detour into Iraq for at the time, unknown reasons, these stations were screaming out to us (if only half of us were really listening) that 9/11 had major flaws. Checkout their websites and run some searches, that is, if many of the stories haven't already been pulled, and they have pulled many already over the years.

What does this administration have over our media? And if you don't like those co-called "liberal" media reporters, for starters they are not, and secondly, you sure didn't mind all the media sharks swarming over Clinton for the entire 8 years he ran this country into one of the best economically calming time since I can remember. And it was all over 1 lie. 1 of-age consenting adult. The Republicans spent more money taking Clinton out, but it's ok for Bush & Company to lie like hell and rob the American people of billions of dollars, maybe more in a war based on all lies, and now leaving Amerians to die along the streets of New Orleans and other cities.

Read what Fox News has to say about Bush's approval rating. It's lower then ever, historically low and I mean low. America has been shaken to the reality many of us were already aware of. Sadly, only God knows at this point how many lives it took this time (9/11 was bad enough) to question where our President, VP, Condi shopping for shoes, and the others were for 5 long, insufferable days while those they swore to protect were, well... dying for lack of a drop of water. Now, they're being forced out by our military, whom I thought were sworn to protect their fellow Americans. And one has to question why these folks don't trust their gov't...!?!

I thought 9/11 was the saddest day in history, then I thought trying to take our Social Security from us was the saddest day in American's history; then I thought turning our mainstream television and radio news anchors was the saddest day in America's history; and then I thought outing Mr. Wilson's CIA covert spy wife, Mrs. Valeris Plame Wilson was the saddest day in history; then I thought dividing our country like never before seen in my lifetime was the saddest day in America's history; and still yet to come was when all the votes were obviously stolen by 3 Republican owned voting companies was the saddest day in the country I grew-up in, the country I was born in was the saddest day in my country's history; sending our troops into Iraq when they were suppose to go after this forgotten evil man named Bin Laden, but became Bin Forgotten even in our President's own words was the saddest day in the history of America; still as I watch my country go down the tubes, knowing even the middle-class were no longer needed by the wealthest that back up the worse President and VP in the history of our country and now the Gulf flooding -- leaving my fellow Americans to starve, dehydrate, leaving their bodies all along the streets of New Orleans and other cities has to be the saddest day in history thus far.

Then, I realize, there is always tomorrow because I no longer know my country. I want to leave. And I never, ever thought I'd ever feel this way. No. How can a handful of people do this to us? All I can think of about is, how can I muster up enough hope to believe that maybe tomorrow it will no longer be the saddest day in America's history, because where I sit, and in my saddest viewpoint, our country, America, is no more. Will someone save the day? Will folks somewhere deep within save us from ourselves and the world?

If not, there might not be any more saddest days, rather we'll all have something in common. It will be living the saddest years in our history.

May God Please Bless America. We really need you know and so does the world. Because I'm weary of being sad. And I'm angry as hell. Many are leaving America now for other countries. I won't be far behind them if this continues much further. And if you're one of those hateful, angry, mean-spirited people known as human beings, well, you can just move on as Chrystie is no longer in any mood to deal with your arrogant, uncompassionate fake selves.

Slideshow: New Orleans floods

2005-08-31T12:41:00.000-05:00

Thanks to WWLTV.com's online aerial photos slide show taken in New Orleans, anyone can now see up-close how devastasting Hurricane Katrina has been.

Click here to view the photos.

The Best Writings about Today's Events

2005-08-30T18:54:00.000-05:00

The Crisis Papers web site, holds a ton of articluated and very accurate articles by Bernard Weiner, Ph.D. in govenment & international relations; has taught at various universities, worked as a writer/editor with the San Francisco Chronicle and now co-edits the Crisis Papers. It's some of the best writings out here with regards to the destructive mess our country has spiraled downwards into over the last 5 years since the neo-con's took over our country.

Read "Twenty Things We Now Know Four Years After 9/11." Plainly stated, it's everything in a nutshell, and some. You'll want to print them out to how your family, friends and neighbors.

Archives of the Crisis Papers articles written for the Democratic Underground can be found here.

Land of the Free? Think Again!

2005-08-30T14:32:00.000-05:00

Do you know what the National ID, the Patriot Act and all Intel bureaus are really up to? Do you know their spying on regular Americans? Even if you're standing on a corner with a protest sign, you're now considered a possible "Terrorist." How about if you love animals and protest the harm of animals? Is your church active? Are you a biker?

If you answered "yes, you might be considered a Terrorist.

The ACLU fought for some folks in Denver, Colorado and found a lot about what the FBI is really doing and it includes those from Intel.

So, the Patriot Act, and the National ID Act, created after 9/11 were to spy on who? The American people? Not foreign Terrorists? Did you know they're spying on Republican and Democrat voters, and religious groups, too? Yup. And this isn't funny. It's as if our government is afraid of us. I just can't phanton this. What happened to our Civil liberties? Or how about our "Home of the free and brave?" "Let freedom Ring?" Our poor liberty bell... ole' Franklin has gotta be rolling over in his grave up in Philly. No joke intended there.

I'm sorry, but it was Muslim Extremists that caused 9/11, right? This is crazy and takes away our freedoms. They read our emails and listen to us on the phone. They can even do a "sneak and peak" in your home while you're not there and they don't leave calling cards. If you protest peacefully, you might get a knock on the door. Think I'm kidding. Click the links above and learn about the plan for the World demoniation (a.k.a. World Globalization) called PNAC. It's not the same since 9/11. I mean, shouldn't the government be spending these billions of dollars to monitorwho committed 9/11? How about all the corruption up in DC? Hell, there is plenty of corporate corruption to keep them busy long after we're all gone. So, why us? And our Mexican aligned borders are wide-open and no one gives a damn in our government. Can someone explain this to me?

Sad. What happened to my country? When did we become the enemy? All in 5 years. What happened to less government? Why do I see an extreme amount of military-like police in my area? We hear clicks on our phones all the time. You can't apply for Energy Assistance with your local utility company without agencies requesting obscene amount of information. If you're Disabled, they want all your personal information like never before (checking, etc.) and it just get's worse. It's so overwhelming and terrorizing I question who the terrorists really are here. No wonder a local Community College is spitting out kids in groves in strange military uniforms and they're not friendly with anyone out of their circles. Try smiling at one and don't get in their way when they're jogging around in gangloads. They'll run little old ladies over and not stop to give a damn. What are they being trained for? We have enough cops, yet crime is still running rampid.

So, why average, normal, American citizens of all ages? Dissent... hmm. Remember the Boston Tea Party? How about the War of Independence and the Revolutionary War. These all helped form who we are. Our Bill of Rights and the Constitution has been shredded. If this doesn't stop soon we won't recognize American at all.

Next time you're thinking that the ACLU is some bad lefty organization, think again. They're about all any of us have left who's fighting for all of our civil liberties.

Bush & New Dominionist Church/State

2005-08-26T18:31:00.000-05:00

If you do nothing else, click on the bottom link and read the rest of the following article:

"Freedom is under siege. There is only one free major political party still left in America. I know the Democrats look chaotic, unfocused and generally unsmooth and thank God, unprogramed. Make no mistake, these plain ordinary citizens are holding the candles that together form the great torch of liberty. For all their faults, they love America and they love freedom and they love the Bill of Rights. America’s independents, its true Conservatives, its sensible Republicans, and its Libertarians must join hands together with the homely Democrats and take back America for all Americans."

">The Despoiling of America
How George W. Bush became the head of the new American Dominionist Church/State
By Katherine Yurica With Editorial and Research Assistant Laurie Hall

Back in Crawford

2005-08-25T08:36:00.000-05:00

Cindy Sheehan is back in Crawford, Texas -- I wish her well with a busload of detractors on their way from California. Must be nice to afford such a long trip just to spew hateful detractions at such a loving, peaceful mom grieving over her son whom died for a UN-NOBLE cause. Sure, she met with Bush, but that was "after" she and the rest of us knew this war was all-based-on-lies. Many of us around America sincerely want to stand with Ms. Sheehan to support her as she shares in our views, but we can't afford to get there with rising gas prices now at $10.00 a barrel.

CBS is carrying a story here, but thanks to the Rove machine (the worse administration ever!) if you're not for the war or a neo-con, you're a "liberal." If that be the case, why are Recuitment numbers at a all time low and have been for quite sometime now? I don't see Republicans sending their kids off to Iraq... but they'll be the first to run their mouths for the war and against Poor Cindy Sheehan.

Here's betting many of our "real" troops support Cindy. My guess: Many of us disagree with out moms and dads, but if someone else does, well, that's another story. How dare anyone condemn Cindy and any parent that lost a child in a war. You're the worse kind of Amerian one can stomach thinking of. And to think, Bush thinks a mother on a vigil for Peace is "all wrong." And, he says leaving Iraq would weaken America. Sarcasim off--our country is weaker then it's ever been since Bush took our country closer to the gates of hell!

Well, Cindy has some words to say. Good for you, Ms. Sheehan. If I could be there with you I would! Here you can read about Cindy. She's a real normal American. One can even post notes to Cindy but wow -- some of the statements be left there are a total disgrace! People should be ashamed of themselves. But, that's ok. They're showing their true colors. Welcome to this horrible mess known as America under the Neo-Con's! Wake up America, for God's sake! You have many friends and supporters from around the world. Don't you worry.

So, all you war-mongrels -- here's a message for you. When the dust settles after the 2006 stolen-elections to come, here's betting they'll be a draft. And I'll bettcha the upper middle-class, the rich investors of this war, detractors of Cindy's and Peace Lovers and Protestors and more then half of your fellow Americans (Democrats, Green, Independents, etc), politicans, people with money won't be sending their kids over to Iraq anytime soon, nor people for a war based on filthy lies. Hell No! One can see why you're all called "Chickenhawks," in deed. Don't believe me -- click here.

Camp Casey Updates

2005-08-23T07:52:00.000-05:00

See video (w/audio) clips from Truthout.org's page for the "Camp Casey" updates down in Crawford. See how the Secret Service refuses a small letter to delivery to Mr. Bush.

And they say those War Vets, many from Iraq itself are unpatriotic where in fact it's all hogwash. You know it, most of us know it. Click here and see if you know it, too.

God... please, please bless America. We need ya bad.

Like-Minded People

2005-08-23T07:49:00.000-05:00

For so long, one would assume they are alone in their neck-of-the-woods with their thoughts and beliefs. Then, by mere passing chance, maybe luck, whatever, like-minded people do eventually meet-up sooner or later. Much appreciation goes out to that like minded person.

No One Cares?

2005-08-23T07:48:00.000-05:00

Bull. The majority cares, except them.

Funeral For A Friend

2005-08-23T07:45:00.000-05:00

It's reportedly over, yet it will never be over for the widow; the second-side of the lost soul known as the mate... who killed the other side of this soul will not be left to the wayside. Rather, where one leaves off, another will continue.

It's not over, not by a long-shot. Some one will figure it out before the salt turns more sour.

Nuff for now. Time to get with the real program.

Peace.

TreasonGate: The Rabbit Hole Is Deep In Deed

2005-08-16T17:00:00.000-05:00

Learn about TraitorGate from Citizenspook. You'll know this person is "real," as you read what he/she has to say... and it's a lot, it's very important, and vital to everything America should stand for.

Peace be with "Citizenspook." You are a brave, and kindred soul.

You Bet Jesus Would Love A Liberal

2005-08-16T16:37:00.000-05:00

Banged into the most fantastic site! It's call, Would Jesus love a liberal? You bet! and its literally blown me away. If anyone has felt the anguish under these most troubling, radical times, just go here and feel better.

There are tons of links and files for everyone; you will not feel or be excluded. To give one an idea of what this site has to offer, (too many to list here), below are just a few of the catagories:

General Religious Resources, Progressive Christian and Politics from a Christian Perspective. There are areas like Pluralism and Tolerance, Recovering Christianity from the Right, Spiritual Belief Quizzes, Messages Boards for every imaginable subject and plenty of various Denominational website links. There is the More Progressive Religions, Biblical Liberalism, and links to Religous Texts Online, Studies of Jesus, Separation of Church and State, Poverty and Peace, Bibles and Reading, Polics and Justice Periodicals and even an area for Book finds.

Wow... there are even Gender Studies and Philosphy/Psychology site links, too. The nice part about this site is that everyone will feel welcomed and there is even a section for Atheists for Christ! So Click here and read some good scriptures on and off site.

Enjoy and Peace be With you in your internet travels.

Crawford "Camp Casey" Updates

2005-08-16T15:07:00.000-05:00

Cindy Sheehan now has a blogspot web site! Check frequently for the Crawford Updates here. You'll learn a supporter from Florida sent over "30 dozen long-stem roses" for over 1850 (plus) deceased heros, our soliders markers this morning.

Last night a "so-called Christian guy" mowed the crosses down of our fallin' heros of the Iraq War down with his truck. But this morning, several Iraq Veterans (our troops) helped place them back piece by piece.

God and Jesus certainly would not approve of this. And in their name, at that.

Thou shall not use the Lord's name in vain.
Thou shall love and honor thy neighbors and enemies... remember.

Billy Jack Is Back! Yes!!

2005-08-15T22:46:00.000-05:00

Billy Jack, Delores Taylor, Tom Laughlin - their Official Website. is set on a mission and they are back with "no party affilitation," and huge support from all poltical parties sick of the corruption from our entire govt.' He is urging our country to start a 3rd party to get the corruption out of our country once and for all.

View his (PDF) Full Page Ad here as he'll be holding a new conference this Friday! This man means business! I remember his movies and mission call back in the early 70's. He was "everyone's" hero. I have plenty of friends sadly long passed on that would be rallying behind him now. Everyone will relate to Billy Jack, Delores Taylor and Tom Laughlin because like the rest of us, they've had enough, too and want "sanity" and "morals" brought back to this country.

Read still more here. His movies are here and on Amazon. You think I'm kidding. This is one of "the" most important people that brought our country back from the brink of insanity during the Viet Nam War and he's back - thank God! It's based on a TRUE STORY.

Another snip from Bill Alward's website and cuts past the propaganda smear campaign suddenly on the internet about "Billy Jack." How anyone could smear him is beyond me except those afraid of the power this man has. His movie ranked the 2nd highest ever, from Wikipedia Encyclopedia.

From Bill Alward's Movie Review Site:

"Go ahead and hate your neighbor, go ahead and cheat a friend.
Do it in the name of Heaven, you can justify it in the end.
There won't be any trumpets blowing come the judgment day,
On the bloody morning after...One tin soldier rides away." -- "One Tin Soldier" by Coven

If you were too young to remember who 'Billy Jack' was, well head here. I urge everyone to head for his website, his exit plan that helps the Iraqi's, us and ends corruption bring sanity back to our country -- and how Republicans, Independents and Democrat voteres alike agree with.

From Billy Jack's website:

"This plan is a win/win situation for the Iraqi people, and especially for every American -- Republican, Democrat or Independent. Over 87% of 174 voters strongly approved this plan, including 61% who were Republican or initially favored the war," said Laughlin.

Not affiliated with either political party, Taylor and Laughlin are inviting the public to join them in a crusade to end the war and diffuse the escalating nuclear crisis.

Outraged at the daily deaths of American soldiers as well as innocent Iraqi civilians, and in support of Cindy Sheehan's courageous stand, they have created a never-before-seen comprehensive seven-month campaign with five separate major national events. The goal is to make America and the world fully aware that there exists an immediately available exit plan to end the war, give genuine peace, freedom and democracy to the Iraqi people, and bring our troops home by Christmas."

And another good review here.

Read about the 3 Fanatical Groups destroying our country and our troops. Read how 92 percent of everyone that's seen his exit plan are behind him, and much more.

If you never heard of the famous Billy Jack movies, I urge you to check them out of at a local library and watch them. You'll get it and feel it. I remember -- they were rivioting.

Ben Cohen, of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream

2005-08-15T11:04:00.000-05:00

The TrueMajorityACTION website "was founded by Ben Cohen, Co-founder of Ben and Jerry's" ice cream. This is a grassroots education and advocacy project and it's really easy and simple.

First, checkout his little web-based movie. Just click here and it should begin for you "within" your browser. Then, had back over to the "TrueMajorityAction web site" and join-in. If Ben of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream is doing this stuff, we need not be afraid. And while you're there, read their principles that seems to be the same things Republican voters want and don't want either.

Americans: Afraid? Naw. No way. We're the home of the free, the land of the brave and all that goods stuff, just like ice cream. Coincidentally, Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream is my favorite and I can never decide which flavor I want to try next!

The Rant: Kudos Doug!

2005-08-15T10:29:00.000-05:00

The Rant is an online commentary from the "founder of & publisher of Capitol Hill Blue." This particular rant is written by Doug Thompson, Aug. 15, 2005. I'm a Thompson fan so I'm giving him a well-deserved plug here.

This particular article is a real eye-opener and worthy of a read. It's entitled, Capitol Hill Blue: Is Bush Out of Control? Below is a snippit from Thompson's article.

"Decreasing job approval ratings and increased criticism within his own party drives the President’s paranoia even higher. Bush, in a meeting with senior advisors, called Senator Majority Leader Bill Frist a
“god-damned traitor” for opposing him on stem-cell research."

Read more here.

The Republican Dictionary

2005-08-15T10:22:00.000-05:00

Another excellent find here, folks. Checkout the The Republican Dictionary. Yes, that's right. Now, you too can learn all about the GOP right here, and here. More articles can be read here, too.

Here you can see photos defining who is a Diplomat, who really is the enemy of democracy, pro-life, and, well.. you'll see. It's moving to say the very least.

I rate this site a 5 Star and give it an A Plus! Good, no, "fantastic" job!

Since I Can't Stand Hannity

2005-08-15T09:58:00.000-05:00

I found this "kewl" site. It's called "Kids Against Combs," and if you dis Hannity & the dissing of Faux News (what a joke) you're gonna really like what this youthful band did.

Check it out and enjoy. Kudos to the Democratoc Underground. Luv that site--best place to find the links to all the "real news," these days.

2008: Clinton Edwards Ticket Sounds Good

2005-08-14T17:00:00.000-05:00

I was all for Senator Kerry and still admire him so. Matter-of-fact, I'd like to live in his state but till recently couldn't afford to. Having read a report recently under the money section from CNN it appears Massachussetts home buying market will be hitting a decline by almost 55 percent. While I feel great sympathy for those in the area, it gives others some hope that someday they too might enjoy those Boston lights at a much more home-buying affordablity.

Till then, one can only hope our country makes it to the year 2008 under this war-mongrel administration. What we need is a President & Vice President that will united us, and show a strong force for peace, and justice for all. Two people that represent both southern and east/west coast folks, as much as notherners, too. And the only two people that pops-up everything are that of Clinton and Edwards.

A Hillary Clinton & John Edwards ticket is just that -- the winning ticket for our country. One is from New York, the other from the south. They can re-united our now divided states again. At least, one can hope.

Let me know what you think?

Legal Ethics & Professional Codes

2005-08-14T11:24:00.000-05:00

The Maryland Legal Ethics online information database has data about the professional codes lawyers must abide by. BizJournal online has an article about the "unusual high" disbarring of Md lawyers. The list of information on the internet goes on and on with regards to ethics and the codes all lawyers must abide by under professional codes. Here it talks about Malpractice cases and they're on the up-rising. And this is a very interesting article which explains in user-friendly format how a law firm representing a big corporation, per se, would be paid by (i.e.) the insurance company.

This article explains that it's a lawyer must "preserve the client's right to accept or reject a settlement offer." If you call any lawyer coldly, they'll tell you hands-down every time that no lawyer, at least in the state of Maryland can tell, nor order their client to accept or decline an offer any more then they can keep a client from their "day in court." Justice is not blind, yet that I know of. To be treated in any other matter is not only unethical, it could get a lawyer disbarred. And this article defines client-lawyer relationships in greater depth. Here, it explains how insurance companies hope the client is shuttled away quickly, without ever realizing how much their case was really worth.

Distractions, fear-tactics, and the demeaning of a client during the worse time in their lives is when a client needs a representative that has their best interests at heart -- it's not always about economics, especially when the client will never have the economic value ($), nor legal connections and know-how as the lawyer. When lawyers cross some sort of "play by play -- it's just a game -- win or lose" line, and forget they're dealing with human beings lives and sometimes worst yet, a death, this might explain why so many do not like our legal system.

In the end, it is the insurance companies (corporate insurer), and the lawyers that wins while the victim is left more demoralized, demeaned and left victimized by a state they might have been born in, trusted and now feels left to the wayside in the name of a buddy-system that could get out of control (drunk with power and connections, maybe?). No wonder many people have lost respect for lawyers and justice they sincerely seek from the court systems. The citizens are left to hear those Whisper Campaigns that have been going on for eons -- psst.psst. have you heard... "Your insurance rates are up because of frivilous law suits," when the truth is "Insurance" companies have had record banner profitable years -- worth hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of millions of dollars. You're rates go up and so do their investors lifestyles.

The only people that seem to have any trust in lawyers are criminals. And those so-called "frivilous lawsuits," that result in wrongful deaths, destroying families forever all over nuts and bolts, per se (pennies on our small dollars) which had they been replaced lives could have been saved. Rather, once a client thinks they're being led into their "day in court" justice suddenly becomes blind to the lawyers dealings, and the very courts that are suppose to be there when you need them.

Then again, a "Legal Ethics & Professional Codes" book might remind some otherwise.

Are You A Liberal Or A Conservative?

2005-08-13T21:49:00.000-05:00

GREAT to be Liberal -1, Read more and then read the humorous side of being a Republican. You'll be able to contrast the two and figure out who you "really" are. Good luck. Hope you come out the better person for it.

9/11: 19 Hijackers are Sauds & We Need their Oil?

2005-08-13T13:52:00.000-05:00

Read more at The Progressive Magazine about the strange friendships of the Bush and Sauds. As Oil prices reached almost $68.00 a barrel yesterday (haven't checked yet today--can't afford to drive down the road to look), I ask... why are the Saudis charging us so much, after all we've done for them? Were not most of the 9/11 attackers all Saudi'? Why were the Sauds and Bin Laden families allowed to leave within 24-48 hours after the 9/11 attacks? I don't undertand this to this day, not one bit. I feel certain a lot of Detectives would agree, they should never have been allowed to leave the country without a lot of questions and investigations. Am I the only one that understand this? And how about Norad? Where was our air defense system? I thought we had the best in the world. These are questions left un-answered in my viewpoint. But who am I? Just an average citizen - but with earnest, and sincere questions I'd like answered. Why did we u-turn from Afghanastan and head straight for Iraq, when too many to count experts "in the know" adamently swore Hussein was not a threat to us and had no ties to Bin Laden.

And my final question, amid so many is: Why have we not caught Bin Laden? Where is he? We found Hussein in a hole, but we can't get Bin Laden?

Read below, my sediments exactly.

"So here we are, four years after September 11, an attack carried out by 19 hijackers, 15 of them Saudi, an attack masterminded by the prodigal son of a wealthy Saudi family, an attack justified by the madrassas financed by the Saudis, and the United States is still on bended knee before the Saudi throne.

All because of our addiction to oil, and because of our government’s policies that serve ExxonMobil and GM, and because of Bush’s hostility to conservation, to clean energy, and to anything that might take the United States seriously down the responsible path of energy independence and environmental sanity."

By Matthew Rothschild, Aug. 9, 2005

Mainstream Media: When News Isn't News

2005-08-13T13:47:00.000-05:00

The Progressive Magazine's writer Molly Ivins writes an article in this months online journal entitled, When News Isn't News and it's an easy-read detailing plainly what many of us already know (thank you Molly!).

She writes about when she first read about the Downing Street Memos (here, too), and what she seen read regarding the lead-up to the War in Iraq from various newspapers, and some of the really horrible statements made by certain columnist (Tom Friedman, New York Times). Friedman wrote "liberals" do not want to talk about the war (that's what were always talking about, as we care about our troops!). He even went so far as to say "liberals" hope it ends in disaster. This is un-real! I'm saddened by this and thank Molly ivins for writing this piece.

Read more of Ivins article here. Shew... this just leaves me speechless.

I Didn't Know - Did You?

2005-08-13T12:28:00.000-05:00

:: Did You Know :: are links to some intriging stories you won't find on your Television dials anytime soon, until now. The "Sundance Channel" online has been airing some very interesting stoires like today's "Catonsville, Maryland 9," a group of Catholic Pasters, Nuns and others adamently against the Viet Nam war. It was a remarkable story and hope it's aired again.

Thank you Sundance!

On their website you'll find various articles from around the country, all about our current events - these articles are a must read. You'll learn what is not revealed to us intentionally and how our gov't keeps secrets from the public. One can read how stations like CNN are monitored by our gov't on what is acceptable and what is not.

For instance, on August 21, 2005, next Saturday at 9:30 PM (EST) the Sundance Channel will air "Embedded Live," a play with Tim Robbins, who leads a cast of characters who'll depict our War in Iraq and our Gov't under the Neo-Cons. Tim Robbins is offering free downloads to boot.

I miss Robbins and those brave American Hollywood/New Yorker's whom use to get air-time to speakout for injustices folks like me. They've taken the smear-tactics from the "faux" liberal news media (not liberal - not liberal - the media is far from liberal so stop thinking it, their bias as hell)! but somehow come-out shining in the end because most known their trying to help us, placing themselves directly in the lines of smear-fires. Like Sean Penn, who risked his "life" visiting Iraq before and during the invasion. He filmed children in hospitals when no one else would. More recent, he risked his life again and headed for Iran where he was shot at, and his film taken from him. I think he might have gotten some of it back. But I wouldn't know.

All I see are the same white missing females over and over again, for months and even years (Peterson case) for instance, rather then the real news. And I'm so sick of it! So are others!

Here you can read a "Text of Statement by Sean Penn at News Conference in Baghdad," on Sunday, Decemeber 15, 2002 and here where one learns Penn is a father, and prides himself in being an American with the right to speak-out against a war he does not agree with. This story is from the NY Times, and when Sean Penn went back to Iraq "again." LOOK HERE and HERE for the photos of Penn in Baghdad... amazing, truly heroic. This is what being an American is all about. Not propaganda bull from our media, the biggest profiteers during war. In June of this year Penn had his camera confiscated. And check here where he visits the Iran elections, a cinema museum all while feeling threathened. How can anyone say anything bad of such a brave American when they armchair their hatred, their spite -- I don't see any Chickenhawks doing this, nor many of our leaders. At least Kerry served overseas and didn't hide his records.

It seems under Bush hatred has been released from people; as if they've been given a "free ticket" to slander their fellow Americans, more then half of us, you know. It's a disgrace. People "should" hang their heads in shame... Shame on my fellow Americans that smite with hatred those like Cindy Sheehan, who's son Casey died in Iraq before she and he realized the war was based on all lies. I'll continue to pray nightly and lately daily for those that are filled with this type of hate that they think a March, and a Concert where they will party-on is some sort of rally-cry for a war our soldiers are dying when they face the closing of VA hospitals, and bases -- wait til they come home and see that the GOP Neo-Con's politics were more important then they're safety, food, health care and needs.

Thou shall not kill... thou shall not lie.... thou shall not covet thy neighbors "things," and "forgive thine enemies."

Read of other's sacrifices labeled the "Hollywood elite," and how much they've done for Americans. So elite, they can't get airtime on any national (faux liberal) news network like Kim Bassinger, David Duchovyn, Mia Farrow, David Matthews, Michael Stipe, and even Martin Sheen and many others. We should be thankful they're doing all they can for our troops and America and the world -- blessed are the peacekeepers, blessed are those that mourn.

If (like it would ever happen) one of the Penns, Moores, Susan's or Robbins happens upon my tiny little meaningless blog, please note that this American is sincerely thankful, humbled and misses your presence on Television. I miss the stands you took, always for the underdogs when you didn't have to. There are many underdogs now in America, self included falling deeper in debt because we're being bombarded with cut-loose credits, worse then vulchers. Do they care if you're disabled? No. Do they care if you're a widow? No. Do they care if you've suffered huge injustices and now tell you ya can't sue from errors made by a multi-billion dollar corporation still making big money still during wartime yet they have filed Bankruptcy and carried on, but we can not now. Do they care about one's late soulmate, gone forever over pennies on their investors dollars? No. Do they treat you with any compassion. Hell no. They're arrogant and uncompassionate - they're neo-cons for certain though they try to mascarade as anything but.

But I still care. I won't let them take that from me. I want to hear the opinions of Stars, Professors, Writers, 9/11 Victims, Soldiers that don't agree with what's going on, and the Cindy Sheehan's. And you know why they have the right to do so -- because they are Americans too, and risk their careers, spend their own money (big-time) for you and I and the world, all in the name of peace, and human fairness for everyone here and on this planet. Do they have to? No way.

Well, this American is proud of them as much as I'm thankful for the entire radio teams on AirAmerican radio. I don't know where I'd be without them. Probably a member of the unknowing, unwillingly... As a "Liberal like Christ," I take great homage in knowing their out there, those stars, utilizing their powers to try to save the world, while others demean them. Their bravery has taught me a lot. Wish I could do more. If I had the money they had, I would be at all costs. Thank you Sean, Tim, Susan, Robert and all the rest -- thank you so much.

The truth is, many Americans are "afraid" to speakout, as I am doing right here, and right now. Imagine, being "afraid" to speak freely in America. It's just so un-imaginable.

Project for the New American Century (PNAC)

2005-08-12T23:27:00.000-05:00

Project for the New American Century (PNAC). Read All about them:

Read about the goals of the neo-cons,their methods and the aftermath, and their plan for global domination.

1) Increase an already enormous military budget at the expense of domestic social programs
2) Toppling of regimes resistant to our corporate interests
3) Forcing democracy at the barrel of a gun in regions that have no history of the democratic process
4) Replacing the UN’s role of preserving and extending international order

This might be why our country is in the mess it's in. It hurts, it's scary, it's troubling, but when one reaches that moment of truth, it's gonna hurt but you'll know why things are different, strange, eerie. You'll find that you can not sleep at nights. You'll begin to question things you recall as a kid, in your teens, even you're 20's. It will keep you puzzled for sometime. Maybe while driving down the road it will just pop in your mind. It is during these times you'll have self-doubt. These things are actually good in the long-run. Fore then you'll realize you're on your way back to reality; that things really are all wrong and you're not alone with your feelings anymore... though you'll feel you are.

A long time I ago I learned that my viewpoints, my opinions, the way my first-thoughts would instinctly think "oh... yeah, this makes sense," sometimes without giving it a second thought had radar-ed in on certain "things," that shouted-out from within saying "this is wrong," "this can not be." And I would soon learn there was a pretty good shot most were thinking and feeling exactly like me.

Read about the PNAC. They've been 'round for a long time. Most of us just didn't know. Thanks to the Internet, we have a chance to "know" now. PNAC can be found here.

One Day at Camp Casey (for Cindy Sheehan)

2005-08-12T17:59:00.000-05:00

Watch through the eyes of one Texas native filmmaker's camera lens eye as he documents a Day at "Camp Casey." He was looking for "Who was there," Why they were there," and What they were there for." It might surprise you why so many are supporting Cindy Sheehan.

Kudo's to this Texas Native for giving a damn and excellent amateur footage!

One Day at Camp Casey (for Cindy Sheehan)

Meet Cindy & Casey Sheehan

2005-08-12T17:29:00.000-05:00

GOLD STAR FAMILIES FOR PEACE

Meet Cindy Sheehan

In honor of Cindy's son, fallin' Iraq War Vet Army Specialist Casey A. Sheehan

Gold Star Families for Peaces' message to American and the World:

And give her the support, and respect. Our troops are human-beings. Regardless of whether they're for their Commander or they are tired of being caught-up in back-door drafts in Iraq, and regardless of whether a soldier agrees or disagrees with they're mom or dad (do any of us at any age, NO!), don't you think our troops mom's and dad's deserve respect?

O'Reilly is Controlled By Far Right Elements

2005-08-12T12:14:00.000-05:00

Over at News Hounds who (thank God) "watches the Fox News so we don't have to" has a great retort article. Read it here: News Hounds: O'Reilly : Cindy Sheehan Controlled By Far Left Elements:

"Using his all knowing and tolerant tone, O'Reilly claimed that he supports Cindy Sheehan's right to express dissent. Then he bashed Maureen Dowd for glorifying Sheehan in her column today. The Baltimore Sun also got a knock for praising Sheehan, prompting Bill to dismiss it as an anti Bush paper." Read the rest here.

And head over to Truthout.org's William River Pitts up-to-the-minute news with video clips also at Camp Casey, Crawford, Texas.

Fox News: O'Reilly has systematically helped to divide this country like never before. You're ratings are in the tank and as long as you allow this to continue, I, my friends, family and many neighbors, along with many out here in the blogosphere (we make up millions in this nation) will never watch your station again -- ever! Get rid of this crap, the Madness needs to stop now. How do you sleep at nights, O'Reilly and Fox (FAUX) News? Huh!

Rox Populi - An Excellent Blog Find

2005-08-12T12:01:00.000-05:00

Head over to Rox Populi, where you too can write you're own caption to... well, head over to this fantastic gem. Where have you been Rox Populi? Just glad I found you -- kudo's! Great site!

Green Day is NOT Anti-American

2005-08-12T11:56:00.000-05:00

Green Day movie music clip. See this if you see nothing else. Just click here and view it in any format imagineable, for free.

Please. Because "THE INSANITY NEEDS TO STOP, NOW"

Source: The wonderful folks at ATRIOS BLOGSPOT & CROOKS & LIARS!

We are not Anti-American. We are "against" a War Based on Lies -- A war on profits and not for our real troops, rather the money machines running this country.

Live Updates: Casey Sheehan Camp, Crawford, TX

2005-08-12T11:33:00.000-05:00

Live Updates from "Camp Casey," where Cindy Sheehan and all of her world-wide supporters await for "W" to speak with Cindy.

Cindy Watch: Live from Crawford, Texas and today's latest, Friday, August 12, 2005.
Democracy Now's link page covering Cindy Sheehan's Peace Mission and here

Blogging for Cindy Sheehan & All of those for Peace.

Blessed are the peacemakers, fore they shall find peace.
Blessed are those that mourn, fore they shall be mourned.

Peace to Cindy Sheehan and Others

2005-08-12T11:01:00.000-05:00

Some wonderful articles from Sojourn Magazine Online:

The astronauts' point of view.

"Sometimes you can see how there is erosion, and you can see how there is deforestation. It's very widespread in some parts of the world. We would like to see, from the astronauts' point of view, people take good care of the Earth and replace the resources that have been used."

"Commander Eileen Collins," from the space shuttle Discovery

Source: Reuters

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Sam's challenge?

Born with cerebral palsy, Sam has received services from Easter Seals for 19 years. Now a college student, he wants to give back to the organization that gave him so much.

Watch his short film and donate online to help him reach his goal of $50,000! http://www.easterseals.com/sam_sojomail

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Go With Peace, By Kelly Guinan:

Prevents violence
Encourages compassion
Advances responsibility
Cultivates integrity
Empowers wholeness

A wonderful new book! 172 pages of hands-on lessons that teach peacemaking skills. Essential for anyone longing for peace, justice, hope, and a new way of being.

Proceeds support a peace education, nonprofit organization, Celebrating Peace.

Peace to Cindy Sheehan & her mission, the Military Families supporting her, and all her friends, like Liberal Chrystie. Photos and stories of her supporters can be seen here, and here. And there are many, many more like the Lone Star Iconoclast Online & Subscription Newspaper -- one heroic, and true journalistic newspaper who's not afraid to speak, and tell the real stories from deep in the heart of Texas.

Peace Takes Courage...

How to Support Our Troop & Send Care Pkgs.

2005-08-11T22:28:00.000-05:00

Yes. I support out troop. In fairness, I do not support those that are paid tons of money to protect Halliburton and the likes. But, I do support our men and women in Iraq and around the world doing their job with great honor and dignity. You see, just because I am a Democrat (now a dirty word, known as "liberal" according to political neo-con Republican name-game calling), all played-out while our guys and gals are dying, coming home harmed and sick, and others still committed to their tour of duty -- and I also support those who dissent. I do. But, I also firmly believe this war based on lies, not for the original reason: 9/11 and Finding Bin Laden.

So, to help them, I thought maybe, maybe if I place some links here it would make it easier for everyone from their homes to find out just how easy it is to send them food, and other goodies we certainly enjoy. So, without further ado the links to some of our troops online. Many of us are confined to our homes, for various reasons and to me it's more then just placing a "Support the Troops" on the back of my car, which I do not. I believe that if that's the most "literal" way one believes they support our troops needs to do more soul-searching.

We can email them and their families. We can send them care-packages & letters, pillows, whatever but we can also protest here at home to bring them home where they can protect our Super-Power country right here along our borders. Imagine how happy their families and fellow Americans will feel knowing our guards are home protecting all of us. But that's my viewpoint. Maybe they like being over there, but I don't think so... everyone wants to come home.

You see, I think we should let those making big money protecting big corporations in Iraq rebuild Iraq -- that's what they're their for, right. Well, they can also re-train Iraqi's on how to protect their homeland, and our regular troops and guards can be released from those back-door drafts I've seen debated on C-SPAN where every Democrat debates for our men and women, but never a Republican. My suggestion to our troops near a computer is to head for C-SPAN and check-out their video clips. I think they save them for later viewing.

I don't want to "bring 'um on." I just want to "bring them home." Then our borders would be safer, and our country from further attacks. But, that's just my viewpoint.

Operation Truth: Here you'll find their stories about Halliburton's special forces and how our troops feel about them; links, their stories and much more.

4 The Troops
Attention Any Soldier
Texas Military Family Foundation
Books For Soldiers
Adopt a Platoon
Defend America - Send an Email thanking them.
The USO
And More Links , thanks to Operation Truth.
Still More Links to Help Our Soldiers
My Favorite, Adopt A Soldier

William Rivers Pitts is in Crawford, TX

2005-08-10T23:21:00.000-05:00

Truthout.org's "William River Pitts" hit the friendly skies and headed for Crawford, Texas to cover the story and lend much needed support to Cindy Sheehan, the mother of our fallin' hero, Iraq War (deceased) vet, Casey.

Keep up with his live blogs from Crawford, TX at this link: One Mother's Stand: "It sounds a lot better in Russian. I look forward to sharing the whole poem and translation with you after I arrive at Camp Casey outside of Crawford on Saturday."

Read more and check here for William River Pitt's news updates.

Neo-Con's Can't be Christians!

2005-08-10T22:45:00.000-05:00

From ben93's Live Journal, The Voice From The Whirlwind: "How can a Neo-con be a Christian?" is an excellent read for anyone thats "trying" to comprehend why Christians, such as Liberal Chrystie (self) are adamently against these Neo-con's and how they have "the nerve" to continue to call themselves "Christians," fore they are far from it.

Ben begins... "As I understand the teachings of Jesus Christ, it does not seem to me as though a Neo-con could conceivably be a real Christian." Read more here...

I don't know what pains me more, fake, false Christians, a.k.a. "Neo-Conservatives, Ultra-Conservatives," whom hide behind the Republican Party, and how they abusive voters for just that - their votes. They've systematically turned our country into the "Culture of Corruption," and "Brother-Against-Brother" mentality like no one I know has ever seen in their lives... and they use some of the most disenfranchised and "buy able" of them all -- the Evangelical's. Oh yeah. They used them alright. I know enough of them to know this as a fact. You see, Evangelical's for the most part are looking for answers to life's problems, generally on a personal level, not on a national level. I'm guessing, but if I put together what I already know first-hand it leaves me to surmise that the GOP "might" have studied these non-voting religious groups; found they were vulnerable, troubled as some are for a multitude of reasons I won't get into right now and radared-in on what bugged them, namely "Gays," and "Morals/Values."

When even their votes were not looking like it was "enough," these GOP Neo-Con's bought, promised, and used every dirty tactic they could to "get those votes" in favor of their man and other Republicans. Now this is just my theory, but I've studied what many have shown out here and in various prints and it's pretty obvious that when the only "3" voting companies controlling our countries votes are all "Republican" supporters, well, you figure it out. So they used the disenfranchised in this country, the Evanglicals, and even kept may Americans, like Africian Americans from voting, confusing them with too many tactics to name here and they've got the entire country in their hands -- you and my life are under total control of the most narrow-minded, neo-conservatives most would never vote for. They're too radical.

Check the polls. Nothing makes sense. Systematically, whether it be by phone, on the internet, whatever, the majority "always" votes against Bush, his administration and the War in Iraq. What does that tell us? It means either the majority of voters really were cheated of their true votes for Gore in 2000 (the Supreme Court gave the Presidency to Bush -- Gore had the majority of votes from Americans), later Kerry in 2004 "or" we have Republican voters fed-up with the Neo-Con's, as well.

People. My Fellow Americans. Wake-up, now. Please.

Ben Shaprio How Dare You!

2005-08-10T22:36:00.000-05:00

Make Me a Commentator!!! has got to be the best political commentator blog out here. You've got to read his article, "We've Got the Whole World In Our Hands." It's truly devine writing and worthy of printing out to share with others. And, read the latest vile, disgusting remarks "Ben Shapiro's" is saying now.

The Gist: Shapiro is calling on the US to invade Iran, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Egypt and Pakistan. Great! Did he leave any non-threatening country out? This guy is wacko - nuts and is certain to get us into a nuclear holocast -- is that what the Neo-Cons want? I know I don't! What happened to "Diplomacy?" You know, talking, making deals -- for the good of our country, and you know, the whole world. I hear people say "We're a super-power." Blab, blab, blab...

Well, here's what I have to say to you if you think as such: "It is because we are a SUPER POWER that maks us THAT MUCH MORE "responsible," and "accountable" for our treatment of other human begins we share this planet with. God, I miss Clinton and hope to God we make it to the year 2008 because with the grace of God (we're going to need God's grace with these sick Neo-Cons running, no - ruining everything) I WILL be voting for Hillary Clinton if only to get her husband Bill back in office. So listen up fellow Democrats. I know many of us do not like Hillary, but wouldn't you like to have her and hubby Bill back in office? It's going to take a Rhodes Scholar (President Bill Clinton) to clean-up this mess and bring back diplomacy before these jerks get us blown to kingdom-come!

Back to Shapior: I want to say "before you get our entire country and the world into a nuclear holocast," but you see, I can't -- because Shapior's remarks might already have started that vile ball a rolling, and I'm sure most Americans are thanking you right now, as they tuck their babies, and grandchildren into bed tonight - So SHUT UP!

You certainly do not speak for this American, nor most of us! I'd bet on it.

Sir Mick Jagger's Sweet Neo Con Thumbs-Up!

2005-08-10T21:49:00.000-05:00

Sir Mick Jagger's New Neo-Con Song

Start this ole' gal up, Sir Mick Jagger & Keith! Glad you're back. Where ya been, mate!?! We need ya more now then ever! And "thank you," Mick. As for Keith. "Hey, don't sweat it, man." You're not alone. Join the millions of "bush bashers," like the too many to count baby-boomers, the younger generation(s), and plenty of the middle-agers and elderly, as well.

Some FYI Facts About Sir Mick Jagger:

I bet a lot of people didn't know that Mick Jagger attended the "London School of Economics," before composing songs in the 1960's. He's been in at least 12 movies and has performed very well, I might add. He's extremely talented, and a damn good actor - this guy is more then part of the "best band in the world," he's an intellect, as many are probably unaware of just how smart Mick Jagger and his band really are.

Photo Courtesey of Wikimedia.

Mick is preparing for a new tour along with Keith. The Rolling Stones are armed with a new son called "Sweet Neo Con," calling George W. Bush "full of Shit!" Their new album is entitled "A Bigger Bang" The Rolling Stones New Studio Album 2005 and according to press releases, it's scheduled for July 26, 2005 and the album will be released to the public on September 5th in Europe and September 6th in Canada and the USA. More News here...

Let's see. (hahahaha...)

All the Latest News on Mick Jagger's New Song "Sweet Neo Con," quotes from Mick himself "about all this," the new CD release, album releases and concert tours can be pleasantly viewed right here.
The UK Telegraph is Covering The Rolling Stones.
News Hounds, CA has an article you gotta read, "Now the Fascists at Fox are fter Mick Jagger." Don't worry News Hounds, no one watchcs Faux News, "Unfair and Super Unbalanced" anymore.
Reuters article quote, "Stones target 'hypocrite' patriots in new song" further stating (The Rolling Stones) "are taking aim at the American right" and this fan says "I gotta get a concert ticket and fast!"
The BBC has a story here and here.
E Online's "That's Sir Mick Jagger to you."
Even The Druge Report's talking about it.
MSNBC's Newsweek Online Section has "the worlds greatest rock band" in an article about their new CD & Tour, too.
Entertainment News Article from Reuters in the UK quotes Mick saing "It is direct" about those "Sweet Neo Con's"... tee-hee, hahaha! Direct link here.
And my favorite, Wonkette.com's "Gossip Round-up" has a snippet to "Sweet Neo Con," with a quote from the song's lyrics. For your first viewing pleasure here it is: "You call yourself a Christian, I call you a hypocrite/You call yourself a patriot. Well, I think your are full of shit." The New York Post

And I'll add a Liberal Apology to CNN & MSNBC today: Yes, CNN's Wolf Blitzer & MSNBC gave Sir Mick Jagger "and" Cindy Sheehan & the Peace Protestors at Camp Casey air time today. Great. But what's with the blonde Ron Reagan has to deal with daily? She got really hot under the collar today when the opposing side spoke against the War in Iraq & Bush. Wow. I mean, even the guy "she" had on her side of the debate issue held his self together more then her. What's up with her? Shew.... amazing, these times.

Anyway, just run a search on Google or Yahoo, whatever. 'Cause it's all over the Blogosphere even if (dare I say) you can't catch this on "most" of CNN or MSNBC's TV land. And before any of the fascists loose their ever-loving minds, well no, I think they already have. At least MSNBC and a little of CNN is pushing for Mick Jagger and Cindy Sheenean. Keep it up, please. Maybe you'll earn our respect, again.

Ok- Whatever.

Nevertheless, before the right-wing nutbag mud-slinging begins "here me loud and clear on this one neo-con and/or Republican supporters," Keith Richards has lived in the US for a long time and pays TONS of taxes in America, just like Mick Jagger has for decades now when he tours here. The Rolling Stones has made boo-koo money for a lot of folks in the USA. Besides, this isn't anything new for the "greatest band in the world."

Quoting the UK Reuters, "In their 43-year career, the Stones have observed political developments in songs like 1968's "Street Fighting Man," but have generally avoided taking sides. Notable exceptions included the 1983 single "Undercover (of the Night)," about civil rights abuse in Latin America, and 1991's Gulf War-related track "Highwire."

We really need our music & moviestar powers now, like never before, and that includes "Sir Mick Jagger!" Because it's art, freedom of expression, freedom of speech and... Dissent: The Most Patriotic Act Any American Can and Should Do!

Those who give up essential liberties for temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. Benjamin Franklin

More Links:
The Mick Jagger Official Web Site
The Internal Movie Database

Faith, Politics, and Culture Thank God.

2005-08-10T12:11:00.000-05:00

While I am not for "Church & State," one bit, I am a strong believe in God, and a true follower of Christ's teachings. Why do you think I'm so "liberal!" I also am an avid reader of the Gnostics and believe in peaceful teachers like Ghandi and the Dali Ali (will fix the spelling). You see, this liberal (thanks neo-con's for helping to define who I am -- and I mean that), believe if you're going to call your self a "Christian" at least feel, sense, and think it for yourself.

Read the history of how the bible was created. Learn about all the followers of Christ when he walked upon this earth. Who was John? Ah... you'll find that scholars do not know if there were more then 1 John, much less the difference between "John the Apostle" when comparing him to "John the Baptist," anymore then anyone knows why Constantine crowned himself the first pope and ordered the Bible to be written... a conquor of wars, Constantine. Go figure... no really, go and figure it out. You'll learn that Constantine annointed himself as "pope." And behold the "Church" was then created. Prior to that it was temples, and the like. Remember, John (the Apostle, or Baptist, or even a 3rd possible) was beheaded, kept on an island (he was imprisoned). When they no longer need this "John," it was off-with his head.

Go to Google or Yahoo, and run a search for "who wrote the bible," or "what does catholic mean?" Try it. Or try searching for "Constantine," but be forewarned, there are an awfully lot of propoganda out here right now, so you're best bet is to ask a history professor you trust. Think of the Lutheran Church. Do you know how it was founded? Ok. Go to Google and search for "Martin Luther." He nailed a doctrine to the Catholic Church's door at St. Peter's Square. He then headed for America. Ask a Lutheran minister about the history of Martin Luther. At that, most arm-chair genealogists should know all about the sincere reasons our ancestors fled for our soil so long ago. They were being persecuted for their different religious beliefs. Here on the soils of North America they found the freedom to believe in whatever they felt. Oh sure, some if not many "had" to "reform," but just as many did not. That's all our original ancestors wanted, a place to practice or not practice, and the right to choice their own way of life, without the fear of being persecuted. Now, think about the Neo-Con's. Why are they trying to push Evangelical Christianity into our Government. Why did Jefferson, Hamilton, Franklin and other framers and signers of our Constitution give us our freedoms? Certainly the "Mormons" wouldn't have fled here if our freedom to be different, and to live amid others who practiced "tolerance" for one another's God given right to live freely and differently knew all of this.

Why would anyone want to create so much strife in a country that was thrown into total kaos especially after 9/11? All I'm asking if for people to think logically. Things are all wrong. Don't you think?

Do you know the meaning of the word "Catholic?" How about asking yourself why "only 4" made it into the bible... you know what four, right? Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. And their books, when juxtaposed next to the Gnostics have many similiar features. If anyone is interested in the Gnostics, head over to "The Nag Hammadi Library," and another "Nag Hammadi Library" online and catch-up on some self-reading. "Metareligion" is another good reference site, too.

My definition of being a liberal is to be open-minded to all ideas and historical findings. I go with my God-given, raw, gut feelings most times in my life, and as a rule they're generally right-on target. They're have been plenty of times I've wished I'd listened to that inner-feeling, the kind my pets were born with and use by nature. We humans could learn an awfully lot from animals, like our pets. Think about it. We have this brain, and still we seem to need other's to tell us the proper way to think when it's right there in front of our noses, and we just dont' take the time to read more, and think... Hint: Turn off your television now and then. And if you can't afford the Nag Hammandi books (head for Amazon, or Half.com if you must-they are fair priced) or read them at the links above for free and "think" for yourself.

For instance, there are a lot of Democrats, and/or Liberals out here with great articles anyone can freely read. For example, over at "Sojourners for Faith, Politics and Culture", you can read some article and see that the Neo-Conservatives, and the Republican's are lying to you about Liberals and Democrats with regards to whether we're religious or not.

See, here's what makes Democrats different from Neo-Cons Republicans: Democrats welcome everyone. We are not secular and sincerely treat each other with respect and are tolerable of one another's differences. Oh sure, we yell, debate, and fuss with one another's different opinions, but isn't that what it's all about. Think 'normalcy." Neo-Con Republican thinking is not "normal!" It's radical and leaves many of your fellow Americans/Human beings "out!" This is a big world. We're over-populated. We have to learn to all live together. I don't like certain people either, but it was never over political views "prior" to George Bush entering office. Not on the levels I see these days.

Just think about that last line. Can you remember at all, in your lifetime "ever" when our country was ever this drastically divided? I can't. And Liberal Chrystie is not as young as you might think. Please people, "think." Please... before we crash any further.

Here's an example: This article is written by "Attorney Van Jones," the national executive director of the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights in Oakland, California according to their website. It beings with... "Rabbi Michael Lerner is stirring up trouble again - thank God." It get's much better, too! To read more from SojoNet's article head for "Faith, Politics, and Culture: "The Religious left fights back," by Van Jones AlterNet 7-28-2005.

Again, enjoy!

Aww... Nova Scotia

2005-08-10T11:50:00.000-05:00

If you're like me you couldn't afford to go on vacation this summer, what with gas prices climbing skywards as I write this, but you can visit places afar right from your computer here on the Internet. Try taking a tour of Nova Scotia. Visit the Cabot Trail, and discover over 100 beachs. Better yet, experince their Maritime Culture by visiting novascotia.com.

While you're there, order a Nova Scotia travel guide for FREE! Check-out Nova Scotia life where they offer really nice downloads, maps, distance calculators - you name it. The photos are awesome!

For those of us that just can't be there, much less get there or afford to even if we could, sites like Nova Scotia.com are the next best thing. But boy... after you visit this site you'll be dreaming of being there, right-now!

Enjoy!

Greenpeace Int'l: God Bless These Folks

2005-08-10T11:43:00.000-05:00

You can't take it with you...

Home of the Greenpeace International: Their website is a must visit if you're concerned about our climate changes, pollution, saving our oceans, protecting ancient and environmentally needed forests; not in agreement with genetic engineering, concerned about the elimination of toxic chemicals in our air and waterways (much less our bodies); ending nuclear threat (that would be really nice), encouraging sustainable trade, and much more.

I love these couragous folks for all the wonderful actions they've taken-on against those that harm what God left in our hands -- "Mother Earth." She's our natural and much needed global envionment and she's taking horrible hits from the corporate-owned press and I mean for eons. It's said if you're an Environmentalist, you now falls under catagories of "tree-huggers," like "Historic Preservationists" whom have been known to do (Yes... a prior Professor, Godspeed to her) and you're now considered a terrorist. I mean, this is unbelievable. Even being a member of the ACLU places your name in a FBI file. Why... don't these people love their children, too? I don't get it... All the neo-conservatives under the Bush administration and his supporters have changed our country and world so drastically, all in the name of greed and profits, and after so many years of advancement in the humanitarian efforts we had accomplished. It's like we went back in time, loosing years of hard-work just to loose our struggle with Global Warming, Clean Air, etc., etc., and corporations now have a free-pass ticket to ride all over our waters and air.

Doesn't anyone care about their children and grandchildren's futures anymore? Do millionaires, billionaires, and big corporate investors think their big money will be taken with them in the end. If our world finally has had all it can take, will they get to take it with them? I imean, come on. Wall Street Investors: You can't take it with you when you go. Got it. But at least think of your children's futures. I dunno. I just don't get it. And you know, I think I'm glad I don't because I wouldn't want my mind to get that deep into an area where the mind sees dollars and investments, trading, stocks and bonds, and those big Insurance companies worth so much more then most American's could ever dream of, as more important then our future, our earth.

Greenpeace folks have dedicated and endangered their own lives to save your world and they're actions leaves one humbled. They've worked hard, placing themselves on the lines of gov't's, like our own, to save seals, dolphins and whales, and truly lends one to awe their sincere efforts. While growing-up, most can recall all those professional TV, newspapers and magazines poking fun at them. Now, it's on the upswing again and it's painful to watch the ever-growing corporate-owned TV media calling Greenpeace or any lover of nature negative names.

Media (employees) should be thanking God everyday for the activities Greenpeace folks have done "for them." Yes - thanking them! Everyone should thank protectors whom try to bring attention to the crimes committed to our world, because if they don't do it no one else would even notice, much less give a damn. And to think they do it for all of us, including our children, grandchildren and hopeful great-grandchildren's futures. Do Wall Street investors remember the day they crossed that line giving-up their morals and values over love, peace, honor, integrity for money? Maybe some never cared to begin with!?! Don't know, but it leaves one to wonder. Now, might that be why the Neo-Conservative Republicans, and certain obvious radio, television, newspapers and magazines keep pushing "Christ," "Jesus," and "God" into some of their broadcastings? Think people. There are words for this. If you're a true Christian, Jew, and/or a lover of something bigger then the rest of us you should understand exactly what I mean.

Greenpeace International - Give them a Visit and while you're there, donate a few dollars. They not onlny deserve it, they've more then earned it.

The Christian Paradox (Harpers.org)

2005-08-10T11:01:00.000-05:00

The Christian Paradox (Harpers.org) is a "must read," for Americans confused or troubled by today's mix of politics and religion. This article is amazinly on-target.

Read more...

"And therein is the paradox. America is simultaneously the most
professedly Christian of the developed nations and the least Christian
in its behavior. That paradox—more important, perhaps, than the much
touted ability of French women to stay thin on a diet of chocolate and
cheese—illuminates the hollow at the core of our boastful, careening
culture."

And Checkout Harpers Magazine Online for more great articles.

Congressman Conyers My Hero

2005-08-10T09:44:00.000-05:00

Meet Congressman John Conyers, Jr. His bio can be read here. The DailyKos writes his articles, and this wonderful "statesman" even has his own blog for the average American citizen (where ever you reside in America) here.

Buzzflash has an article from Congressman Conyers where Conyers talks about how Bush lied to America on the War in Iraq. And, this one is about Karl Rove's outing of the CIA NOC agent, Valerie Plame Wilson. Even Wikipedia, an online Encylopedia has an entire FYI about the heroic Congressman, as well.

Does he ever sleep? How can he... someone has to take care of Americans (and not just in his district and state) freedoms and civil liberties while the Neo-Con's are trampling all over our Constitution, and Bill of Rights.

I salute Congressman Conyers, and all his Congressional Representatives that support him, as always. As an Native American and Anglo-Saxon, if it were up to me I'd vote for these Africian Americans to run this country and day -- hands-up! I'm so proud of how far they've come in all they're generational mountains their lineal families have had to climb. The rest of us should be so fortunate to know how to stand-up bravely amidst these troubled-waters.

Certainly, these Congressional members past lineal grandparents, great-grandparents (and so on and so forth) would be so proud -- just as I am. Wish more Americans would take a good look at these leaders. They are true Patriots & Statesman and Stateswomen working for the good of the entire nation. And if you feel otherwise, well... I feel sadly sorry for you, sincerely.

Presidents and the Federal Debt

2005-08-09T22:01:00.000-05:00

Presidents and the Federal Debt

Click on the link above. It will make you sick, but hopefully awaken all.

National Debt Clocks (Free)

2005-08-09T21:58:00.000-05:00

National Debt Clocks (Free) - just click on the link. Add it to your web site. Show it to your family. If this doesn't make you weep for your children and grandchildren, nothing will.

National Debt Clock

Support Casey Sheehan's Mom, Cindy

2005-08-09T18:26:00.000-05:00

Cindy Sheehan Deserves So Much More

Yes, she does. Oh, we all know she does. Come on. Look. I have my TV turned-off right now and you wanna know why? Because I'm am sick and tired of CNN, MSNBC and all the other lamestream media talking-spinning heads talking about movie star gossip, the poor gal missing in Aruba for months now, but nothing about Casey and his mom Cindy Sheehan.

Casey is Cindy Sheehan's son. Well, he "was," because "he died in Iraq." And Cindy wants to ask Mr. Bush why her son died, for what purpose was it? She's camped miles down the road from his Crawford, Texas ranch surrounded by Secret Service people, police - you name it just peacefully sitting in the sweltering heat and blistering rain, at times taking comfort at the small Crawford Peace House. Will Bush talk to her? Not yet he hasn't. Is this anyway to treat a fallin' hero's mother who gave her son for his ideals and WMD that have yet to be found? You see, we were lied to and all people can do in this country is rally behind their Republicans Party? It's not about whether you're a Republican, Libertarian, Green, or Democrat, it's about blood, death, war and lies... and world demonination and Oil.

You can't support Casey if you don't support his mother. It's that plain & Simple. If you support our troops while they're alive and when they die you have to support their mothers. And, if you don't get it, I can't explain it any more simpler than that.

Bob Harris get's it. His blog article hit's it right on the nose, "Whom Will Bush Arrest First: Sheeham or Bin Laden?" Bob, you must have been reading my mind. I'll add a "really" to that great blog of yours. 'Cause the news is that Cindy Sheehan is a "Security Threat." Bet they didn't think so when her son died in the hunt for Bin Laden... I mean Hussein.

This guy cares, and he cares a lot for the poor, the hunger, the jobless, etc.

Blessed are those that mourn, fore they shall be mourned.
Blessed are the meek, fore they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are the peacemakers, fore they shall find peace.

Jesus Christ

We should all be so lucky to be this couragous, this strong on our convictions, and to have someone that will stand for us when we can no longer speak for ourselves 'cause we're dead.

Dear Main Stream TV Media: I know the woman who lost her daughter in Aruba is important. But it's been months now... how about giving one of our dead soldiers mothers some air time but they will not. And you know why. Guess... if you don't know, you're not paying attention.

Some Stories (tons more) on the Blogosphere Watching Over Cindy Sheehan:

Meet Casey's Iraq War Vets Speaking out: http://www.bringthemhomenow.org/

Meet Casey's Mom: http://www.meetwithcindy.org/

Cindy in Texas: http://www.iht.com/articles/2005/08/08/news/protester.php

Gold Star Families for Peace - Cindy Sheehan founder: http://gsfp.org/

Cindy Sheehan & supporters wait for Bush to speak w/live with updates.

Every Mother's Son, by William Rivers Pitt of Truthout.org

Support the troops' mom, by Alternet.org

President Bush Ditches Mother of Slain Soldier by the Lonestar Iconoclast

The Lone Star Iconoclast does, too.

Peace Journal supports her.

Do you?

Great New DCCC.ORG Web Sites!

2005-08-09T16:43:00.000-05:00

More then the majority of Americans would rather have the Democrats running this country, especially now, then these neo-conservatives any day. They've single-handedly ruined what was the Republican party, and Nixon doesn't look so bad right about now... kidding, though Bush 2 has far surpassed Nixon. Of course he's had a lot of help.

So, in honor of my Democrat Senators, whom have always been there for me, seriously -- just a phone call away during the some of the worst times of my life, I am honoring them with some plugs to their new websites. You can create your own blog - hey, they're giving us a place to scream, seriously. And we need that right about now -- I could have used a place like this on November 3rd, 2004 and in 2000 let me tell you. So without further ado, checkout their new sites below. You can email your Congressmen and Congresswomen with ease by just clicking on a map. Chat away, read the latest raw stories and some. And those of us with elections coming-up in 2006 are going to have to be more helpful then ever before.

We don't want to loose our wonderful Senators, now do we? Nope, we sure don't. Besides, Democrats know how to be good for all the people, the environment and corporations all at the same time, imagine that... no, really. Just think back when Clinton was President. Life was so much calmer, nicer, more affordable, and our global warming was being worked on.

A few weeks back, when I caught on the news Katharine Harris of Florida shame (2000 - took Gore down w/the help of Roberts, Bush's 1st cousin from Fox, Bolton, the supreme court and an even longer list of lawbreakers) moaning big-time because even Republicans didn't want her sitting in a Senate seat, then today basically getting her way, I knew it was time to help in any way I could!

I certainly don't want any neo-con's controlling my state though 1 already does. But this state does not like him either, so it's a hopeful "buh bye," and "adios" to a man that literally ruined my life with the stroke of a pen. Oh yeah, I'll be volunteering and learning at that same time how to help my politicans - the ones that really care stay in office where they represent me. Besides, it will help me in many ways, ways I'm working very hard on and am hopeful to do still more.

From the Roots

The New DCCC Website!

Md 2006 Races

Hall of Shame

Stop Rove Cover-Up, Sign Petition

Give those sites (above) a try. They're pretty darn good. If the Democrats in Congress can handle their jobs (overloaded to the gill under this administration) for the last 5+ years and still do all this, heck, they can handle anything.

I'm very proud of them, and even glader I made the right choice choosing the left.

That Hissing Sound Sounds About Right

2005-08-09T15:40:00.000-05:00

Paul Krugman, an op-ed Columnist with the New York Times has a great article just published yesterday defining the housing bubble our country is heading into. In his article, "That Hissing Sound." Mr. Krugman spells it out in user-friendly language this kid understands -- he's right, at least in my semi-big city.

Prices sky-rocked over the past 4-5 years, like know one had ever seen in this area before. Everyone - neighbors, folks you bang into while shopping and some very good Real Estate agents I know personally (very creditable at that) all agree that Mr. Krugman's is, well, right! The price of homes, known as a housing bubble is already hissing... prices are coming down. Right now the prices of home along the ocean and in very sought-out areas of beach resorts are at such a low price they're cheaper to live in (resort towns and smaller ones in a 6 to35 mile radius) along (i.e.) the Delmarva (Delaware/Maryland/Virginia) area then in outer-lining areas of Baltimore, Harford, Howard and surrounding counties.

And if you compare these prices with homes in counties outside of other bigger cities it's some difference. Just last year a buyer couldn't touch a home in or near a resort seaside town or city. Now -- wow. The prices are cheaper then small bungalow type homes in not-so-great suburbans. Gas prices might have something to do with it, but I think people are bracing for that bubble to burst. Even I've figured that one out and I'm no Paul Krugman and lousy at math. Still, common sense tells you "what goes up, up, up, has got to eventually hit a ceiling, then come crashing down." Sure, it's a hiss, but a pretty loud one. Though some areas are hanging in there.

See, people are bracing for the economy to get even worse. It's inevitable and in clear site since the Bankruptcy bill passed giving regular citizens (98 percent of us) no protection if we get sick, disabled, lose our jobs or hit hard times. None of us are perfect. Sure, there are some that abuse the system, but why should it be "ok" for big corporations to go bankrupt "whenever they feel it's right for just them - not us," so they give themselves million dollar bonuses before filing their huge bankruptcies while the rest of us fend for ourselves. They even rob their employees of their hard-earned pensions (think big steel corporations, airlines, and others) when in reality these same corporations still are in business, just under mergers and new or already owned names we've never heard of.

Please people... Vote Democrat Next-Time. Save us from this constant "Culture of Corruption!"

No. I think Americans are beginning to really waking-up to Bush2-Economics and it's not good. I almost feel sorry for Greenspan. Even CNN today had to admit that Bush's polls have sunk super downwards. I mean, really, really low--low-low. This isn't going to help any of us, or big corporations either so today Greenspan increased your debts interest rates by .25 percent. Sure, it doesn't sound like much. But 10 times in the last five years. This is why the super-rich just get superiorly richer and the upper-middle class took another underserved nose-dive today.

This of the majority of us who pay well-over $2.50 for a loaf of bread! It's sad passing by the fruits and veggies I'm told by my gov't to eat when I can't even afford to passby those great, healthy foods. I'm going to try to move and find a home with at least a big enough area to grown my own -- if I can squeeze between that hissing housing bubble prices. That means moving to a totally different area, but all of us could use a nice change from time to time in our life, right.

By next year these economic woes will hit everyone still harder. Remember that term, "the trickle down" affect. Ah, ha.... wasn't that under Reagan (Republican). Ah, ha.... And with pressures from most wanting that baseless war in Iraq to end "like as soon as possible," the majority of people will continue to turn off their cable, satellite and other services (like paying off most of their credit card bills), tossing all the new offers in the trash (everyone is saying they're doing just that). Then, and only then will big business realize they really do need us, the American public. Till that time, if I were a politican I'd be spending every spare moment with my constiguents helping them any way I could during this crisis and let their possible future voters know they really do "care" about us enough to help us some here.

Back to Paul Krugmans's Article, The Hissing Sound:

There were about 4 other articles I found running a search at the Google Latest News site, and he has 1 detractor that goes so far as to pick apart (literally) every paragraph Paul Krugman wrote. But this kid knows better... Mr. Krugman, you are right-on, and not because of your feelings about "Rove," per se, rather Mr. Krugman has the courage and decency to speak about politicians, calling "a spade, a spade" when he see one. And he should. I commend him for his efforts to tell his readers what's really going on, unlike so many other columnists with obvious Neo-Con agendas which merely equate to me their somehow pro-investment in oil, steel and wars.

I personally do not see this in Mr. Krugman's articles. Rather, all that shouts-out is a detractor doing just that - bringing up politics.

Party affiliation in the country has created a horrible divide and where I sit it's the Republicans that have done all they can to distract everyone, including reporters, journalists, television, radio and even op-ed columnist's like Paul Krugman. No wonder our mainstream media is afraid to tell "we the people" the truth and you know what... I think I hear a "hissing sound" coming from them, too. Just do us a favor (MSM): Can you let the air out just a little faster, huh?

Thanks. The majority of Americans will love you for it. Think of it. You could be the next heros. You keep on going and telling it like it is. Don't worry about the detractors. We all have them :) They're just small bumps in the road.

Cindy Sheehan: Nu. 1 Mom & Hero of the Year!

2005-08-08T20:14:00.000-05:00

Hell, I nominate her for Woman & Mother of the Century, right now. So does RadioLeft. Just look at this woman's face -- see the weary sadness in her eyes. Will politics play into this or will Americans finally awaken to the hard, sad truth.

"Her son, Casey, was killed in Iraq in April, 2004."
"Miliary Families are Speaking-Out, too."

She's not backing down. Though Bush will not give meet with her. This is a watered-down version of her story here, but CNN has a story here and here.Other news agencies giving her the news she so deserves (but online - not on TV) are CBS, The Pittsburg News, The Army Times, and all these links over at Yahoo. Need more information, go here. Checkout the links to other groups in support of military families taking a stand. Even Yahoo has photos of her at Crawford, Texas, just below Bush's Ranch courtesy of the AP.

Single-handedly Cindy Sheehan has shown folks like myself what true courage is all about. She's my hero now. Now, will anyone else step-up to the plate?

Here: Meet Cindy Sheehan. Her son was one of the first troops to die in Iraq at the age of 24. Right now she's peacefully, and mournfully awaiting for Bush to come out and speak to her about 5 miles down from his Crawford, Texas ranch. Cindy deserves to be heard by the American people as these folks believe so too!

Thus far, she's been met with tons of supporters, reporters, as well as Sheriffs and local police. MoveOn has come to her aide. Herson Casey died in Iraq and Cindy's hell-bent to not let her son's death go in vain. Those that have sons and daughters whom do not want to fight in this war should pay homage to this wonderfully brave woman. She's not gone forgotten by Buzzflash. Lew Rockwell has her open-letter to Dick & George for all to read. Common Dreams speaks of her with grace and kindness. It's being reported all over the blogosphere that the Secret Service might be trying to intimidate her. Even TomPaine has written of Sheehan's plight.

Terry Schiavo was televised on every national network known to the western world, but where is the mainstream media television networks & religious right's outcries of support for this lone-star women? Again, meet her fallin son Casey - he died in Iraq.

Dont' you think she and her deceased son deserve some respect here?

Are people afraid to speakout? I don't think for one minute she's alone in her rage.
Are people not paying attention? I think they would if it were shown television networks like MSNBC, NBC, ABC, CBS, CNN and (dare I say) ... nah. But some of these stations make money on War. Guess what. These same TV stations are carrying this story online though. Matter-of-fact, the entire world is running compassionate stories about Cindy Sheehan and her peaceful sit-in down from that ranch. The New York Times online has an article about Cindy. Even USA Today does, too. But on televison? Not in my area and I live in a fairly big city.

So how about it - Television Main Stream Media? Give this woman and her deceased wartime veteran son, Army Specialist Casey A. Sheehan, born on May 29 1979, died in Iraq on April 4 2004 the coverage he and his mother deserve, please.

I just say buh bye to Direct TV. Now, I'm ready to head back to them because at least they had more to offer then what I chose over them - Comcast. Think I'm kidding. We need to all take a stand in our own way, however simple.

Google Bomb

2005-08-08T17:36:00.000-05:00

Google bomb - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia explains in user-friendly detail just how Google ranks a search. What I understand from reading various help links at Google, they actually have nothing to do with what appears first in the search line-ups, rather it's by popularity meaning how many people click on a link.

Give it a try... but if you're looking to get your website ranked high-up the Google-chain, make sure you read very carefully about Spamdexing, a dishonest way to modify HTML web site headers. I never knew Google Bomb existed till today and find it strange, a bit weird, yet very, very interestesting.

This is why Google in my opinion is one, if not the best search engine out here. And Vice-President Gore had a hand in helping get her off the ground or so I hear.

Thanks Google and Wikipedia. You're two of the most fantastic search (slash) information sites on the Internet. Single-handedly they've help define the internet and have made it all worth the wild! Surf's up!

Buh Bye Republican Congress

2005-08-08T16:32:00.000-05:00

Found this site moments ago and ya know, it's not bad. Check it out! HaHaHaHa... respectfully speaking, of course ;)

RemoveRepublicans.com ~ "Putting Democrats Back in Power!"

I'm with this web-site creator. Checkout their blogroll out while you're at it. Oh. Yeah... :)

They're "Dying to Preserve the Lies"

2005-08-07T21:51:00.000-05:00

Dying to Preserve the Lies: is a site that will break your heart.

Snipped from their prologue: "In our family, we have 2 young Iraq veterans, having served already extended 15 months in Iraq are facing 2nd Deployments now, in few short months. This is no longer an all volunteer military; it has become perpetural entrapment for many of the troops. Years more of war in Iraq and Middle East with multiple rotated tours in combat; when will we bring home our troops?"

Read their Sunday, August 7, 2005 article entitled, "Secret Service intimidation looks like deliberate political action." Written by Cindy Sheehan who's 24 year old son died in Iraqi. She marched to Crawford, Texas to ask President Bush what her son died for. She never got an answer while being ordered to walk for miles in a ditch. Of course, the media was all over the roads, though.

Then read all about Cindy Sheehan, Speeches, Photos from the event; Congressmen John Conyer's Hearings on the Downing Street Minutes from June 16, 2005 here.

It will either made you sick or sad... take your pick -- it's a daily minute-by-minute event these days.

Chelsea Green Publishing

2005-08-07T21:29:00.000-05:00

Chelsea Green Publishing is a remarkable site, about author Chelsea Green and her bookstore filled with everything from sustainable good-food cooking, and eating to her politics and her fantastically helpful books on living amid bad times with the good nature has to offer.

Snip: About some of the books & authors of Chelsea Green Publishers:

Dianne Onstad is actively involved in nutrition education and the promotion of organic whole foods, with a special interest in living and raw foods. She is the author of five books, including The Vitamin Companion, The Mineral Companion, and A Cup of Sunshine.

And then give "The Flaming Grasshopper Blog" site a visit. Here you'll find news blogs that range from peaceful solutions to everyday "getting-by" to political wellness survival. The Good Food Corner blog is a good place to start.

Great 5 Star Sites: Kudos' to their contributors and creators!

Peak Oil & How To Survive It

2005-08-07T20:35:00.000-05:00

From the Wilderness has a Links And Resources page that everyone should pay heed too. You'll find liks to the "Center for Cooperative Research," the Prudent Bear, OilEmpire, Life After the Oil Crash, the 321 Energy site, the Asso. for the Study of Peak Oil and Gas, and so much more extermely significant websites.

Folks, these people are trying to help us. They could choice to move-on in life, and enjoy what's left of it, rather they spend a lot of hard-earned money and time getting this out to us, the public and mostly for free -- The Solari, Oilcast, A Call to Action, Deconsumption, The Party's Over by Richard Heinberg, Where is the Money?, Global Research and again, many more excellent web sites... very creditable authors here. Lend them your ears, please.

One of my favorite's is the September Eleventh Organization. Imgaine, these folks suffered the most tragic event in the history of our nation, and many are dying of lung and other disorders as I write this; they can't get the govt to give them any more acess still they trudge on for the sake of you and I.

I'm so humbled by these folks it leaves me speechless many nights. How dare I complain of my problems when these honorable folks are working so hard to help you, your children and even your grandchildren.

People. We have to try and find alternate resources to run our cars, light, heat and cool our homes. We need to save our planet and we're running out of time. If you're one of those that believes God has intended this -- think again. He gave us a beautiful mind to use, and the skills to survive. He didn't want us to throw it all away needlessly. We should honor God and turn ourselves around, utilizing the brain he gifted us with.

When you read your bible "think..." What were they trying to warn of us? Those that live in the past, are doomed to repeat it. Let us not forget and learn from them.

Sam Sambakhtiari - A Beautiful Mind

2005-08-07T20:23:00.000-05:00

Sam Sambakhtiari has a beautiful website with articles that will help all of us get through these very troubling times. He takes us from the past, and meets our minds into the right here and now; then leads us into a better plce for tomorrow if only we just took the time to read, listen, think -- then do it.

Thank Mr. Sambakhtiari. You've a wonderful gem in this massive space we call the Internet.

Wilderness - Excellent Find

2005-08-07T20:17:00.000-05:00

From The Wilderness Publications Home Page is a must read. These very important folks have diligently timelined everything from prior to 9/11 to right now.

You can't do this site in a day or night; bookmark and read everything from "Crossing the Rubicon" to key stories from around the world.

Major 5 Star Kudo's to these unknown, couragous hero's.

Wait till you read part two of "The Draft," by Murdock entitled "Nowhere to Run, Nowhere to Hide." Shew... what sad history.

9/11 Hero Jimmy Walter: Please Listen To This Man

2005-08-07T18:38:00.000-05:00

If you have some free moments (you must if you're reading my blog) please visit "Jimmy Walter's" website. This man has joined in with many other highly cerditable folks investigating 9/11.

Doesn't anyone give a damn? I mean, really. We have watched for countless months the investigation of the disappearance of a girl on a remote island; months! Yet, we let the Bin Ladens' just fly off into our not-so-friendly skies in the days after 9/11 when none of us could fly.

I'll ask one more time.

Doesn't enough people care to demand a "real" investigation" into 9/11?

Cindy Sheehan: Number 1 Hero & Mom of the Year

2005-08-07T18:21:00.000-05:00

One of the best news and political websites out here is Truthout (d0t) org. These wonderfully gifted, and honest-to-a-tee writers with their brilliant, and tireless journalistic investigative reporting has a very good front page this weekend. One story in particular has really touched my heartstrings, and that is the unsung hero (meaning the lamestream TV media is barely saying a word about her), Cindy Sheehan who's 24 year old son died in Iraq.

Ms. Sheehan wants to know why her son died in Iraqi from her late son's "Commander and Chief," Mr. Bush. But, it appears Mr. Bush didn't bother to come out of his Crawford ranch to pay any respects to this wonderfully brave, couragous woman. My heart is just bleeding for this woman and her band of supporters. Truthout has the story from the AP entitled, "Fallen Soldier's Mom Leads March on Crawford," and the original story by Deb Riechmann of the Associated Press here.

How anyone can "not" support this woman is sincerely "Un-American."

Truthout also has a story from the CIA Director, "We Let Bin Laden Slip Away," and how Congressional members are struggling to "Save the Voting Rights Act" enacted. The stories Truthout carries are the kind most people will walk away from saying to themselves, "how can this be..." but there you go. Welcome to our nightmare - the 21th Bush-Century. Say it isn't so.

Ok. I know it is "so", but just say it -- 'cause it sounds awfully good to me.

You Go, Cindy Sheehan. People should visit this site more often before turning on their fellow Americans. And this site, and this site... this one and this one, too.

"It would be two hits - me hitting him and him hitting the floor."

2005-08-05T22:06:00.000-05:00

We have to handle the truth: Read what our troops are saying; "It would be two hits - me hitting him and him hitting the floor."! The Link.

When asked what he would say to Mr. Bush if he had the chance to speak to him, Abdul Henderson, a corporal in the Marines who served in Iraq from March until May, 2003, took a deep breath and said, “It would be two hits-me hitting him and him hitting the floor. I see this guy in the most prestigious office in the world, and this guy says ‘bring it on.’ A guy who ain’t never been shot at, never seen anyone suffering, saying ‘bring it on?’ He gets to act like a cowboy in a western movie … it’s sickening to me.”

The other vets with him nod in agreement as he speaks somberly … his anger seething.

One of them, Alex Ryabov, a corporal in an artillery unit which was in Iraq the first three months of the invasion, asked for some time to formulate his response to the same question. “I don’t think Bush will ever realize how many millions of lives he and his lackeys have ruined on their quest for money, greed and power,” he says, “To take the patriotism of the American people for granted … the fact that people (his administration) are willing to lie and make excuses for you while you continue to kill and maim the youth of America and ruin countless families … and still manage to do so with a smile on your face.”

Read the rest of the story...

Then, read press releases and watch this. Peace.

Nothing But the BullShit Truth!

2005-08-05T20:06:00.000-05:00

So help me God. Oh, BULLSHIT!

Disclaimer: Since the Vice President of the United States of my America can say "F-You" on the floor of the Senate, the President of these United States can stick his middle finger up in the air, and I'm talking about these events recorded on air live, back when he was the Gov of Texas - I'll find the links and place them here, and since one of the reportedly most powerful Television news people, Novak, can say "bullshit" live on their CNN air-waves during prime-time, I do hereby assume I can say the word "bullshit" about as often as I please. Now, if the FCC told me to stop, I'd gladly do so, besides, I'm not one for cussing anyway and I do abide by the law.

With that said, Oh Jeez, so sick of bullshit lies! Welcome to the 21st Century, full of Bullshit!

So, for your TGIF reading/surfing pleasure I offer your some good bullshit, and some links to some of the not-so-good bullshit we gotta live with every bullshit filled day. But, before you get started you really should know what "shit" means. Just add the bull and you're good to go.

The meaning of Shit from Wikipedia, a free encyclopedia online says:

"Shit is a vernacular word in Modern English denoting the feces, the solid byproduct of digestion. It is an old and native English word, but following the Norman Conquest, Norman, Anglo-Norman, French, and Latin terms for many common objects and bodily functions began to be seen as more distinguished than native words, and thereafter feces became the accepted English noun, to defecate became the accepted English verb, and shit was no longer used in polite company."

"The scientific study of shit is termed scatology or coprology. Much enviornmental and ecological information can be obtained from the study of these samples. Shit that has undergone fossilization is called a coprolite. Coprophagy is the eating of shit which is a normal part of the diet for many animals."

There's more, way more. Read more about Shit complete with useful examples.

"Your Call is Important to Us," is for everyone who's sick and tired of all the lies like the bullshit "culture of globalization" to "bullshit commercialism" filling our nightly air-waves for the bullshit war for oil. And let's not forget the bullshit war propganda from our bullshit faux liberal media, and those scripted daily/nightly bullshit GOP talking heads - oh the bullshit.

Folks, this is not your bullshiter's bullshit world anymore.

Let's Get Started & Cut Through All the Bullshit:

Prank's Place. They have tons of bullshit stuff like a Bush doll that talks and farts at the same time. Wow. Even I could get into this. No Bullshit.

And if that isn't enough bullshit for you, grab a Redneck Horn for all those calming weekend moments you're missing 'um, you know, all the bullshit you're trying to forget. And if you can't stomach all the bullshit hitting the TV air news-waves these days about the GOP bullshit lies, get some good ole fashioned teeth right here. Sink right into all the daily bull with ease for a change.

Read Some Good Bullshit From these Great Sites: - NO BULL

A Scrivener's Lament: All about Bob Novak apologizes for saying "Bullshit." Quoting Scrivener, "no bullshit!" when responding that Novak apologies for saying "Bullshit" on CNN live the other night.

From J. Renton's Blog: "Get em while they're young!" has a great article, and photo of our dear War for Oil President urging young brown-shirt Boy Scouts to, well... take a look at this swelding hot Jamboree. (I wouldn't have let my dog go though something like this, but then again, maybe it's me).

Billionaires for Bush has some fantastic brand new gaming cards called "Block the Votes Heroes" ready to roll and these folks are no bullshit! You gotta love them for their determination to separate facts from Bullshit!

One of the best No-Bullshit sites at "The Brad Blog."

Santorum Explosed - I couldn't agree with them more. No bullshit.

PM Carpenter's Commentary with quotes from real live Republicans (No
Bullshit)

And all the bullshit from Tom "The Hammer" Delay - Kudos PM Carpenter - good stuff!

And the final "No-Bullshit" site for your TGIF surfing pleasure can be found at "Think Progress." Whom helps defines for those of us weary of all the bull our President-for-Oil dishes out, like how he's playing 'round down on the ranch on a nice long, much-deserved 5 week vacation. Yeah. Seems he's picked-up on his Spanish when replying to reporters. Now, if he could just brush-up on his English maybe we could cut through all his Bullshit!

Have a nice bullshit-free weekend.

Congrats! We now have the Worse President Ever!

2005-08-05T12:54:00.000-05:00

Well, let's take a look at the state of our affairs in America, shall we:

"77 Percent of Americans Believe Bush & Administration are Lying, or Covering Something Up, in the Valerie Plame/Wilson Investigation."

Make that 78%.

So, Bush's approval ratings have dropped to an all new low, according to Yahoo, Mother Jones, this Poll Site, this one here, and the Associated Press, just to name a few, while his all Republican Congress go on a spending spree (that doesn't include the majority of U.S. and our troops). But he just keeps "hailing those tax-breaks for the (1-2%), no wait -- now it's 3-5% of the wealthest" in the good ole' US of A I grew-up in. While the rest of us sink deeper into debt, joblessness, etc., etc. all I can say is I didn't vote for these Neo-Con Nightmare Bastards! At least he's having a good ole' time while on his 5 week vacation down at the Crawford Ranch.

Can anyone say "ride 'um' cowboy?"
How about if he just stays there for the, you know, good of the country.

So, 6 out of 10 (I say it's way more) feel reminded of the Prez when thinking of sinking times. And Robert's (Supreme Court Justice nominee) doesn't think our privacy should be protected under our Constitution?

In the meantime, the President could care less about what most of us think, much less our ever-growing problems with North Korea. That's right. Bush says our United States of America is going to "stay the course" in Iraq "despite all the deaths." Israel Lobbyists groups are in a bit of trouble, two more are charged in the TraitorGate/Plame/Wilson outing of CIA agenets scandal, and let's not forget the scandal that started it all: The Downing Street memos!

What a mess - pick any story here.

And the White House, House of Representatives, the Senate and all the Judiciary levels of government that are now controlled by Bush and his administration have single-handedly taken our once great country deep into the toilet bowl. Boy, won't you're grandchildren be cursing you when you're long gone - does "thanks for nothing" comes to mind. Our country is divided like it's 1860 and I dare just one person to tell me we're any better off then prior to Bush getting the keys to that Oval Office.

Speaking of our county's fast decline into the ole' toilet bowl, read about our wonderful (not) health care plans from the GOP! I'll save you the trouble. There is none.

So, thanks for nothing, and I mean nothing GOP controlled CONGRESS and those 4-5 Traitor Dem's for voting away all of our rights while giving it all to big business. Certainly 98% of us Democrats, Liberals, Progressives, Republican, Independent, Green and Liberatarian party members must be so damn disgustingly proud of how you've degutted our rights, economy, job aspects, gas prices - oh, you name it! You even managed to destroy what the Republican party was once about, and stay far away from our Social Security, and the damn Treasury.

Shew, I hope Republican voters are paying attention here 'cause this is the worse I've ever seen in my lifetime! Come on people. We have to think together here. Sure can't leave it up to them much longer. Our Country is in the toilet big-time!

Dear President Clinton: All is Forgiven... Please (I'm begging), please come back like NOW!

In the meantime, TraitorGate's Novak's apology for walking off the set, but not before uttering the words bullshit on the air last night on CNN Live fails as well. Head over to Media Matters and you can see the entire clip and tell me if you think he's nipping his problems in the ole' butt. At least CNN told him to take a vacation here, and a bit harsher newsfeed can be read here. Or at the Boston Globe, the Chicago Sun-Times, or try some 394 related articles thanks to Google. Talk about having a little bit of the dog that bit you; he'd need to bend over backwards to do that one to himself. You have to see that clip. Again, click here to watch this clip.

Heads-up: Watch it while the kiddies are far from hearing 'cause Novak's using a bad cuss word and on national television during prime-time at that! Hello FCC, where are you? Folks say this is majorly inexcuseable!

You can catch-up on Traitorgate-Novak here! In case you missed it. Even Senator Spector has a thing or two to say about NOVAK. Man, what a week, year - 5 1/2 years, huh!

Oh, and even the GOP are not happy campers about ole Ms. Florida-2000-In-The-Bag-for-Bush Harris citing "misgivings." Hmmm... very interesting. I have a choice word or two for her and the Bolton, Roberts, the Supreme Court, etc. Gore did win in 2000 - face the facts!

Attn GOP: Get your shit together or you'll be the miniorty on record, since you do not represent more Americans anyway. The Democrats do! Talk about being far from reality. Jeez!

At least the FCC is going to lighten-up on rules for DSL broadband. But do you think they'd go after CNN for letting Novak say the word BULLSHIT on live television? And where's the Right-Wing Christian Evangelicals outcry? The Christian Republican coalitions outcries are so lean on the noice their silence is defening. Sort of reminds you of that wireless phone commerical. You know the one, where the guy goes all over the country saying "Can you hear me now?" "How about now?" 'Cause I can't hear a thing from those loudmouth shove-our-religiouos-views-down-the-whole-damn-country-Evangelicals now! (Thank God!)

Can you? Let me know when you do... ok. But it's not that I actually am interested in hearing them since I was born right the first time, thank you. Oh, and did I mention the Roberts nominee. Someone make-up my mind because I think it's all a distract from the Evil GOP!

Personally, I'm with this guy! Who's running our country because I'm certain my dog could do better, blind-folded at that! Craig Crawford of the Huffington Post says it best - "NOVAK: Don't Go Away Mad, Just GO AWAY!" Mr. Crawford: You got that right!

But my favorite is David Corn. Thumbs-up Mr. Corn! Now, that's a true, honest, sincere, tell-it-like-it is, courageous reporter. Of course, he's with the Huffington Post writers and that's not bad, rating them right up there with "The Nation," and "Mother Jones" magazines.

And how was your week?

Liberal Like Christ: The Rest are False Christians

2005-08-03T22:47:00.000-05:00

From Truthout.org
Lt. Tim McCray and John Pilson of the Middlebrook Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday exit a side door not far from graffiti at St. John's Reformed United Church of Christ near Middlebrook.
(Photo: Mike Tripp / The News Leader)

The Voice I listen to, Mike Malloy of AirAmerica is called this what it was tonight and he couldn't have been more right about this horrible crime. One I see as a crime against humanity.

In Middlebrook, Virginia, a hate-group attacked the United Church of Christ's "The St. John's Reformed Church," (a wonderful site that's thanking everyone for their support right now), because the UCC practices the true teachings of Christ - and whether you care to believe in the truth or choice to continue to use the Lord's name in vain and Jesus' teachings to commit such hate-crimes (you're sick and wrong), or you choice to follow the true teachings of Christ (yes, Christ was a liberal) well, that's your choice. I mean, to vandalize a church just because they believe sincerely in helping all human beings is just sick.

I mean, their church was "severely damaged" from the smoke, fire and hateful messages painted on their "House of God," all in the name of hate. Read the sad truth right here!

How in the world can sane people actually believe that Gays will harm their marriages is beyond this God loving person. Again, you oughta be ashamed and get a grip.

Of course, it's "ok" for these fake, hate-filled Christians to use profanities, and hateful attacks of violenceis not Christ-like - far from it! While I'' not gay, I'd stand beside my fellow Gay brothers and sisters anytime, and at anyday - proudly I might add! Well, I'm here to tell you that God loves all his children, regardless. How about practicing what you preach and try being "Pro-Human for a change!" And politicians should keep your religion out of our politics, as you've forgotten why Jesus lost his temper while he walked on earth! The nerve!

There's a name for your kind of thinking. It's called "Homophobic." Rather then speaking with a minister or preacher, how about a shrink, huh? Better yet, how about a marriage councelor! At least other groups are standing-up for what's humane and just!

But, this group think hating Gays is "ok" in the Lord's name. Their devine road leads not to the those Pearly Gates, by no means. No. They're horribly wrong.

I only hope the feds (F.B.I.) finds these people and justice is served. Please STOP THE HATRED! And this is the best the FreeRepublic Group can say about this... please. Even the damn media is spinning this to the point that I might never, ever watch TV again - thanks for nothing Hannity/Faux News you're one of the worse! Here's hoping enough people (as I have) turn off their networks in protest and pick-up books, read more, and get out into what's left of our world and embrance diversities with Godly, Jesus-like tolerance. Because not everyone thinks like this -- not one bit!

But when these acts are committed upon St. John's or any Church that loves all regardless of their sexuality or whatever it's so far from what the true teachings of Christ was and still is suppose to be all about. Didn't Jesus' teachings and actions while here on earth mean anything to these most uncompassionate people? They are "hate crimes," pure and simple and have no business in our politics. Can't the Evangelicals see through all this - if they're truly reading, and comprehending what Jesus' message was about? Apparently not.

In my opinion hate-filled Christians are no better then the terrorists, no better then what history has shown long before Constantine re-created the bible. They have made Liberal Chrystie sickened by their violent actions and even more saddened by their hatred - so far from what Christ is all about. If you disagree, read this, then this and this, too. And this onedoes not speak for me! I mean, just get off of it and either grow the hell-up, get over your own super-insecurities, or shut-up because you don't speak for me, nor most I know or have met in my lifetime! That's how vile this all is. Some of these groups are "again" stirring-up the old Anti-Jewish spins too. How is it that all of this can find it's way into our 21 century so-called Democracy of American now. It's so sad that it seriously leaves me ill and speechless.

I've got no more to say on this issue because it makes me that sick!

Paul Hackett: Ohio's Next Democrat To Watch

2005-08-02T23:50:00.000-05:00

He lost by a mere margin today in Ohio (major red), but those "blue-necks" came really, really close thanks to Paul Hackett, a good family man whom served his country in the Gulf.

This post is just for Paul Hackett. Paul, hang-tight -- you can do it in 2006! He ran a good race, coming marginally super-close; a very good sign. But can you imagine. His running mate, this woman who'd never been to war (like Mr. Hackett) got her big payload to run against him from the likes of Delay and others. She put him down so badly (imagine -- demeaning her running mate who is an Iraqi War Veteran). How dare Republicans do so then parade around like they really give a damn about our troops; in reality they only care about themselves. These Republicans even got the churches involved to denounce him. 6 Marines were killed from Ohio. Hackett gave a damn, but Republican voters (this neo-con Republican Party, not the one you thought of years back) does not care at all.

Wake-up, America. Please, wake the hell-up. How could a War Vet not win this, and one that served our country in the dessert storms. Where was our mainstream media? Where is the support for our troops? They should be handed the key to cities. When will the regular voters (Republicans) not the rich ones that run their show awaken, I ask.

Thank you Paul Hackett! I'm proud of you, and I'm not even from your site.

You too can thank Mr. Hackett by going right here.