BLACKFIVE: MilBlogs - Blackfive's Favorites

BLACKFIVE: MilBlogs - Blackfive's Favorites

The best list of MilBlogs I have found to date.

Muslim Target by Robert Spencer

Muslim Target by Robert Spencer

The free nations of the world are losing their freedom of speech - to Islam. This is a disquieting story that seems to be repeated is various forms in what has been traditionally free nations - Canada, Britain and Europe as a whole. Islam is being elevated to the status of being untouchable. This is NOT a good sign.

12-year-old with cancer taken from her parents

12-year-old with cancer taken from her parents

Outrageous seems like such an understatement! Who the hell does the "state" think they are to seize a child, undergoing treatment for cancer, from her parents?!?!?!?!

My wife and I have BOTH undergone cancer treatment. The one common thing about treatment is that NOT ONE doctor confidently stated that "this treatment" or "that treatment" was required for our survival. The choices were always presented to us and we chose our treatment, based on what we felt gave us the best chance of survival.

Katie seems to be caught in the middle of a doctors dispute about what treatment should be used. Actually, my wife had the same cancer, no radiation and after 22 years is still cancer free!

But, to take Katie, the other children and jail the parents?? Words do not describe the anger I feel! This is an example of how the liberals have destroyed our government! It is simply stunning!

Freedom to Choose to Refuse

The American Spectator: "Freedom to Choose to Refuse " - Or goverment mandated morals.

The state of Illinois steps in to the moral conscience of Pharmacists and considers dictating their moral compass. The ACLU thinks this is right and proper - imagine that.

He worked for Time magazine, spied for the Communists, and helped kill Americans. - No wonder the MSM love him!

He worked for Time magazine, spied for the Communists, and helped kill Americans. - No wonder the MSM love him!

I remember the feelings of many people towards me when I came home. How can an American - any American - love a man so directly involved in the death of American soldiers and the slaughter of his own people?

U.S. Muslims desecrate American flag

U.S. Muslims desecrate American flag

Can't we all just get along?? After all, with Islam being the religion of peace and all, I don't understand why these fellows weren't hugging passersby. Could it really be that the vocal part of the Muslim community is truly at war with the US? Is this fellow a combatant? I suspect that sooner rather than later we will awaken to this threat. They certainly appear to be fearless in their protest. Tick - Tock, Tick - Tock, the clock is running on this problem folks.

Mexican commandos seek control of border

Mexican commandos seek control of border

Secure our borders?? Nah, they are just poor people looking for jobs that no one else wants! Let 'em in!!

Mexican commandos new threat on border

WorldNetDaily: Mexican commandos new threat on border

More border help from our neighbor to the south. It is time for the American public to demand that our "home" be secured!

Iran equipped for atomic weapon

WorldNetDaily: Intel: Iran equipped for atomic weapon

Something about Nero fiddling while Rome burned comes to mind. I wonder here "the cloud" will have to appear in Europe before they get the message.

This is very discouraging news.

The Riots of the Faithful - The Ornery American

World Watch - May 15, 2005 - The Riots of the Faithful - The Ornery American

Orson Scott Card puts the media and the Muslim world in perspective.

Senators Avert Showdown Over Filibusters

Senators Avert Showdown Over Filibusters

The "centrist" Republicans knife the President in the back. For what? A few moments of air time? Is this McCain's hit on Bush? Does he really think this will propel him to the head of the list for the '08 ticket?

These guys are gutless and the American people will pay the price as the Judiciary continues to run away with our rights and liberties. The Washington crowd are simply oblivious to the feelings of the electorate! Many will pay a big price come '06.

A heart breaking outcome to a noble fight.

Leaving the left / I can no longer abide the simpering voices of self-styled progressives -- people who once championed solidarity

Leaving the left / I can no longer abide the simpering voices of self-styled progressives -- people who once championed solidarity

A man takes the measure of his peers and decides it is time to move on. I find a great deal of hope in his story.

Why Islam is disrespected

Boston.com / News / Boston Globe / Opinion / Op-ed / Why Islam is disrespected

One of the best articles to date regarding Islam and it's place in today's world.

Pardon My English: Duty, Honor, Country

Pardon My English: Duty, Honor, Country

This is the American Soldier. Thank God.

Kathleen Parker: Laura the Entertainer

Kathleen Parker: Laura the Entertainer

Have you thought of your right to freedom of speech? An interesting view of Mrs. Bush's performance at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

The Penis Monologues

Christina Hoff Sommers on The Penis Monologues on National Review Online

Just too funny!!

Drag Leftists into the Light by Ann Coulter

FrontPage magazine.com :: Drag Leftists into the Light by Ann Coulter

Ann Coulter shines light on the left.

Americans Accused of Giving Christian Pamphlets to Muslims

Americans Accused of Giving Christian Pamphlets to Muslims

One more example of the religion of peace at work. Can anyone imagine the outcry if a nation arrested a Muslim for handing out Muslim information??

Senator Slams Constituents Who Criticized His Flip-Flop

Senator Slams Constituents Who Criticized His Flip-Flop

Democrats seem to forget that there are only 2 or 3 "Blue States". When viewed on a county-by-county basis the picture that emerges is much different. This means that when you ridicule "Red State" values, Christian family values, you may have your head handed to you, even in a "Blue State". Add to that simply lying to the voters about your political stance on up-or-down votes on judges, and I suspect Senator Salazar may find his reelection bid in 5+ years a bit more difficult than the last time.

GOP senator dares foes to 'Suggest your own plans'

GOP senator dares foes to 'Suggest your own plans'

This guy makes me proud to be from Iowa!!

UN alarm as Darfur village burned

UN alarm as Darfur village burned

I am sure glad the UN is alarmed over the burning of villages. They don't seem to be alarmed about the 180,000 dead, but burned villages, not that's something! the UN has lived it's life, it's time for it to go and our support to end.

'Minutemen' to push Congress

'Minutemen' to push Congress

Perhaps Washington is forgetting the premise on which the US was founded, WE, THE PEOPLE are the government, not the folks setting on their butts in DC. They are OUR employees, and we expect them to do their jobs. Protecting the security of our borders would seem to be one of the "biggies". If we have no borders, if friend and foe can cross at will, why have an immigration service? Why have a customs department? Why even have ports of entry? Just fling open our doors and allow ourselves to be mobbed. No, wait, that's right, we are the most evil country on the planet, no one would even come! How silly of me, of course we are safe!

Voinovich Has 'New Outlook' on Bolton Nomination

Voinovich Has 'New Outlook' on Bolton Nomination

Amazing what a few ads can accomplish.

Saudi chief justice urges fighting U.S.

Saudi chief justice urges fighting U.S.

I believe it is time for Saudi leaders to choose sides. Meanwhile, it is time for US leadership to declare a "Decade to Independence" from foreign oil. We are the most technologically advanced country in the world. I believe it is doable and a matter of national security to wean ourselves from foreign oil needs.

Concerns Mount That France May Vote Against EU Charter -- 04/27/2005

Concerns Mount That France May Vote Against EU Charter -- 04/27/2005

Could it be that the French citizens are unwilling to give up their sovereignty? Are they beginning to realize that support of the EU constitution transfers decision making concerning what is right for France to the EU? Should be an interesting 6 months or so as more countries roll through there referendums on the EU Constitution.

Kofi Annan's 'leadership'

Kofi Annan's 'leadership'

Yep, this is the type of organization we want to belong to - it's over folks, time to leave the U.N.

To Dems, It's 1974 Forever

To Dems, It's 1974 Forever

The best summary of the Democratic Party I have seen to date.

Militants storm meeting

Militants storm meeting

And here, Islamists claim that the simple act of voting sets a person against Islam. Hello??? Are any or our European friends home?? Hello??

Book calls Norwegians 'Satan's sons'

Book calls Norwegians 'Satan's sons' )HT: LGF

Signs that should concern Europeans keep popping up, here it's Norway. Is anyone listening??

Jihad comes to Small Town, USA

Jihad comes to Small Town, USA

Yet another example of the two faces of Islam. Which one is the real face? As a friend of mine used to aks: "What are you pretending not to know?"

"Woman's Rights" Has No Legitimacy in Islam

"Woman's Rights" Has No Legitimacy in Islam

So just what are a woman's rights under Islam. This article is quite an eye opener.

The Day After - Dems "Nuclear Winter"

The Day After - Dems "Nuclear Winter"

Come on Dems, bring it on - PLEASE!! They are on the road to loose more seats in 2006, with no signs of stopping. Facinating to watch.

Man suspected of honour killing of sister

Man suspected of honour killing of sister

I wonder how Europe feels about this continues Islamic fallout? Are the alarm bells ringing yet??

Dean Says Democrats Will Make Schiavo Case an Election Issue

Dean Says Democrats Will Make Schiavo Case an Election Issue

The Dems next attack on "One Nation Under God".

Dean: "The issue is: Are we going to live in a theocracy where the highest powers tell us what to do? Or are we going to be allowed to consult our own high powers when we make very difficult decisions?"

Just what high power is Howard going to ask?? Of course moral issues are at stake with the Schiavo case. In fact, I was against keeping the feeding tube in - I believe she was dead, her body simply did not know it. But, does this one event mean Howard is promoting the idea that Senate leaders should not, in any way, take their moral and religious beliefs into account? What should guide a persons decisions? What higher power is Howard going to ask? The courts?

Please Howard, make this an issue. It shows just how disconnected the Democrats have become from America and how clueless they remain!

Mark Alexander: John Paul's 'mixed legacy'?

Mark Alexander: John Paul's 'mixed legacy'?

The Left again trying to rewrite history.

DeLay, Red Statesman

DeLay, Red Statesman

DeLay is effective - that is his threat to Democrats and that is what is behind the attacks on him.

The Fairness Option

The Fairness Option

Some history regarding the "nuclear" option to end filibusters of appellate Judges.

Danish queen warns against rise of Islamic fundamentalism

Danish queen warns against rise of Islamic fundamentalism

At least someone in Europe gets it.

The Next Pope and Islamic Prophecy by Steven Stalinsky

FrontPage magazine.com :: The Next Pope and Islamic Prophecy by Steven Stalinsky

Yes, it sounds like the leaders of Islam are open to moderation - - - yesssss, sure it does.

ACLU aiding illegal entry into U.S.?

ACLU aiding illegal entry into U.S.?

Of course illegals would have rights in America! And who better to defend them than the ACLU. You knew, of course, that the ACLU gets government funding, right? So YOUR tax dollars are going to an organization that is actively assisting illegal aliens to enter the US. Ain't that sweet!

EU shocker: Hamas are 'freedom fighters' - Official blamed terrorism on 'Israeli occupation' in secret meeting

EU shocker: Hamas are 'freedom fighters' - Official blamed terrorism on 'Israeli occupation' in secret meeting

Imagine, Europeans blaming Israelies for the problems of the Palestinians. Of course the Israelies are to blame, Jews have always been to blame haven't they? When was the last time Europeans were so down on the Jews?? Oh yes, now I remember - 1939. These folks never seem to learn.

Religious extremists an insult to our values - Pamela Bone

Religious extremists an insult to our values - Pamela Bone

This is the culture of Islam being taught to young kids in Australia. Are women really ready to go back to the 8th century? This kind of non-western thinking that justifies rape because of the way a woman dresses is at the heart of the clash with radical Islam, but these were not "radicals" bus mainstream Imams. Is a conflict coming between Islam and the West?

GIS CLEARED IN ITALIAN'S DEATH

GIS CLEARED IN ITALIAN'S DEATH

Imagine that, or soldiers aren't deranged, blood thirsty killers afterall. I hope the woman finds a way to clear her conscience - - no, scratch that. I hope she sees the face of Nicola Calipari every night in her dreams for the rest of her life.

Lead the Way - Senate Republicans may not understand the true stakes in the coming judicial showdown.

Lead the Way - Senate Republicans may not understand the true stakes in the coming judicial showdown.

The filibuster has become the weapon of choice in dealing with President Bush's judicial nominees to the appeals court. The first time in history this approach has been used. And, it seems this is simply the warmup round. The real target will be his nominations for the Supreme Court. It is here that liberals can enact those policies that the majority of Americans will not enact at the ballot box. It is time for the Republicans to take off the gloves and get the President's nominees voted on. Time is short, get your job done.

East of Eden

The American Spectator

The Far East is getting little in the way of global attention. Yet, events continue to move in the direction of confrontation in many arenas. China is very hungry and not shy about throwing its weight around. It is very questionable whether the forces of democracy and capitalism can act quickly enough to blunt the old ways of physical force. It is a region that demands attention.

Pie in the Sky Liberals

Pie in the Sky Liberals

A few more thoughts on the increasing violence of liberals towards conservatives.

The games AARP plays

The games AARP plays

Some of the many reasons I have refused to join AARP. They are doing our children and grandchildren no favors.

The Character Assassination of John Bolton

The Character Assassination of John Bolton

The attack on EVERY Bush appointment continues. It's the predictable result from a party with no platform, no direction, no leadership and no ides.

It's Only Funny Until Someone Loses a Pie by Ann Coulter

It's Only Funny Until Someone Loses a Pie by Ann Coulter

The new response from enlightened liberals.

Chirac pushes EU to drop hard line on Iran-diplomats

Chirac pushes EU to drop hard line on Iran-diplomats

Imagine that, Chirac is OK with Iran having a "small scale" nuclear enrichment program. I suspect there is a "nukes for oil" link somewhere here. I can't even imagine why he would be willing to go down such a terribly dangerous road.

Cracking the Code

Cracking the Code

It is time folks, it is time.

Good for the Goose, Good for the Gander

HoustonChronicle.com - Dems' hypocrisy showing in 'nuclear option' tussle

Now that the Democrats are NOT the majority, the rules look a bit different. Such short memories.

Republicans May Hasten Showdown on Judicial-Nomination Filibusters

Republicans May Hasten Showdown on Judicial-Nomination Filibusters

Bring it on guys, bring it on!!!

The Clinton Crew take one more chunk out of our national security

Double standards for Sandy Berger

Clinton never took our national security seriously and neither did his officials. It appears that Berger's wrist slap will stand. It sends an incredibly dangerous signal to our enemies - and does not do much to build confidence in another Clinton administration.

Greetings From Mexistan

Greetings From Mexistan

More trouble for our neighbors to the south. Bit by bit, they become more unstable, certainly not good news for us.

The Calm Before the Storm?

The Calm Before the Storm?

9/11 turned a corner for the whole world, not just the US. While the attack occurred on US soil, the attack of a GLOBAL trade center should have sent the message that this was a threat to the world, to the western ideals that drive much of the international trade, to the ideas of freedom and Democracy.

This is a generational war. Our children will have to fight these animals. The fact we have not been attacked on our soil since 9/11 is do to our increased awareness, increased security precautions and simple luck. It will not hold forever. Someone will miss something sometime. That is why it is imperative that in the Mideast, where much of this is spawned, we do everything we can to bring freedom and prosperity, because that is the key to reducing terrorism. And, we must continue to take the fight to these animals and the governments that harbor and support them.

Iran comes to mind. It should be obvious to all world governments why it is not acceptable for Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon. I think many just assume that they are safe since the obvious target would be the US. But, recent developments if Islamic expansion in Europe should be enough to convince many of the European governments that they are as much at risk as is the US. As I said earlier, this is a global threat that must be met firmly, or else.

He's the mouth that roars

He's the mouth that roars

Aren't Democrats supposed to be the sensitive ones?? The ones that respect individual differences? Clinton a gay basher, who would have though it.

John Stossel: The climate scare

John Stossel: The climate scare

Actually, during the past 30 years, rather than rapidly rising, temperatures have been largely stable. But, be that as it may, there have obviously been large swings in global temperatures over the world's history. There is evidence of many Ice Ages (this study shows 11). So, if the earth can cool, why can't it warm up. And, these cycles were completed well before human intervention.

It seems that we just have one more thing to be afraid of.

The Continental Dream: Will the French Shatter It?

The Continental Dream: Will the French Shatter It?

I find this headline kinda odd. If the PEOPLE of France reject the EU Constitution, how could it be a dream of the people if THEY are rejecting it?? Perhaps they realized it was more about grabbing power than it was about the good of the people. Golly, could it be that the PEOPLE know what they want and the government may have to respond to that?? Isn't that called - hummm - - ah ah ah ah - Democracy, yeah, that's it - DEMOCRACY.

From Breadbasket to Dustbowl

From Breadbasket to Dustbowl

I read story after story after story of American atrocities across the globe. These stories appear worldwide - Britain, Germany, France, China, Australia, South America, Scandinavia - anywhere you find newspapers, you find stories of how bad America is for the world.

Yet, here you find a leader truly destroying his country and its people and you hear - - - nothing. I simply can not wrap my head around the fact that America is so hated - for freeing over 50 million people and dictators are loved and supported while they slaughter and kill their own people.

ACLU Using Tax Dollars to Undermine Moral Values, Veterans' Group Says

ACLU Using Tax Dollars to Undermine Moral Values, Veterans' Group Says

As an active Scouter, I am disgusted by the unending attack on the Boy Scouts by the ACLU. Their misrepresentation of the concept of separation of church and state has allowed them to expand their influence to the point of terrorizing any organization that dares to confront them. I am proud of the Legion for its stance and support them whole heartedly! A Scout is: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and reverent. It's a shame the ACLU finds these character points so distasteful they are willing to destroy an organization that promotes them.

Yahoo! News - Art Exhibit Featuring Bush Stamp Probed

Yahoo! News - Art Exhibit Featuring Bush Stamp Probed

And this piece of arts says what? That Bush should be murdered? That he should be hated? That he should be dead?? This is art?? I have a son-in-law who is an artist, this guy is a hate-filled ass who should be looked into, closely and for a prolonged period of time.

FEDS PROBE REV. AL

FEDS PROBE REV. AL

The Rev - hiding income??? No! Really??? I am shocked, shocked I tell you!!

Take Back the Word - Liberalism isn't what it used to be.

Take Back the Word - Liberalism isn't what it used to be.

So just what is a "Liberal" any way. Joel Engel takes a crack at it.

Scaring Republicans is this week's game.

Scaring Republicans is this week's game.

When you are a party without an agenda you have but a single option - scare the hell out of anyone with an agenda and a direction. Democrats continue down this road as they continue to come up empty hearted and empty headed.

America the Vulnerable by Stephen Flynn - The Globalist > Global Security

America the Vulnerable by Stephen Flynn - The Globalist > Global Security

Have we learned the lessons of 9/11 well enough? Mr. Flynn does not think so and makes a compelling argument.

The U.N., Preying on the Weak

The U.N., Preying on the Weak

One more time - Why are we associated with this pathetic organization???

Borderless blogs vs. Canada press ban

Borderless blogs vs. Canada press ban

It would seem that blogs continue to do the heavy lifting in the news business while traditional media either promote their own agenda, or as in this case, are actually banned from reporting on the activities of the government. Will our Canadian neighbors surrender their freedom of press to allow the government to cover-up a nasty little scandal?? It appears regardless of the government, the bloggers will not allow such a thing to happen. It's just fun to watch!

A Slap in the Face

A Slap in the Face

Mr. Kristof almost gets it. They do have a credibility problem and they are loosing the trust and ear of a major portion of the public. but, relgion has NOTHING to do with it. I am not interested in their "failure to hire more red state evangelicals limits our understanding of and ability to cover America today" - what I want is a reporter interested in telling the truth, will not fabricate a story, will answer the questions; Who? What? When? Where? Why?

I will take a gay, nudist, satanist as a reporter - provided they are honest, fair and not using their medium to promote their agenda under the guise of "news".

Your paper lies Mr. Kristof, that's the problem.

Pie throwers and goon squads - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - April 11, 2005

Pie throwers and goon squads - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - April 11, 2005

Is the death of a conservative really what it will take before their first amendment rights are fully supported across our college campuses?

Guest blogger: A better world in 7 easy steps

Chrenkoff

An amazing piece with a firm direction for reforming the UN and setting the world on a peaceful course. Why does the world make this process so hard?

Science's Doomsday Team vs. the Asteroids (washingtonpost.com)

Science's Doomsday Team vs. the Asteroids (washingtonpost.com) Hat tip - Instapundit

Not a matter of "if" but "when". It's enough to make a person stock up the old pantry and keep one eye skyward.

Woman walking with fiance murdered

Woman walking with fiance murdered

Yep, the future Palestinian state will be a Utopia - tolerant, free, loving - a joyous place to live. I can hardly wait!!

And Dhimmitude For All by Alyssa A. Lappen

And Dhimmitude For All by Alyssa A. Lappen

While the West continues to define "radical" Islam and "moderate" Islam, this disturbing review indicated that Islam has a long history of violence and intolerance with unbelievers. I would feel much more comfortable if more of those who follow "moderate" Islam would be speaking out publicly about tolerance and acceptance of other belief systems - yet they are silent. And, those few who are brave enough to speak out find themselves the target of fatwa’s demanding their death. Unless there is some sort of reformation within Islam, I see little way to avoid a direct confrontation with Islam itself.

The Left's Campaign Against Tom DeLay

Democrats again over-play their hand. Keep talking boys/girls, keep talking.

The Bolton Nomination

The Bolton Nomination

It there is truly no liberal bias in the MSM, why it is that you can always depend on a story in which the Post says it has serious doubts about an appointee of President Bush, yet all Democratic appointees were precisely the people needed at the time. Things that make you go hummmmmmm.

This story s no different about John Bolton. They deliberately fail to recognize that the U.N. is severely broken, perhaps to the point of being irreparable. Head in the sand commentary at its best.

Crouching Tiger, Swimming Dragon

The New York Times > Opinion > Op-Ed Contributor: Crouching Tiger, Swimming Dragon

A little bit here, a little bit there . . . . . yes, slow but sure.

Florida With Rain - More funny business in the Washington governor's race. Will there be a new election this year?

The next time you hear a Democrat complain about election fraud, point them to this disgraceful story of the Govenor's election in Washington state. It's quite an eye opener.

Teen risks penalty over beads

Teen risks penalty over beads

Shouldn't part of our education of our young be to teach them patriotism and honor for the soldiers that guarantee our freedoms remain intact? This school system has totally lost sight of what is important in our country.

The gate of Hell - the world has forgotten

The gate of Hell - the world has forgotten

Watching the rise of violence against Jews, it is apparent that the world has forgotten the unforgettable. This was the truth 60 years ago. We could easily see a repeat within the lifetime of our children.

IRAQ THE MODEL - Celebration of liberty

IRAQ THE MODEL

So how do the Iraqi people really feel about us liberating them? Read this.

Santorum: Frist will go nuclear

Santorum: Frist will go nuclear

This is good news. The perversion of the use of the filibuster is not good for either party and needs to be stopped, now.

Mexico's Impeachment

Mexico's Impeachment

With a flood of illegals coming to the US every day, a politically unstable Mexico will do nothing to remedy this problem. And, with the movement towards a more socialistic and authoritarian rule, the prospects of their economy gaining ground continues to dim. This election will be almost as important to the US and our next presidential election.

She's still 'Hanoi Jane'

She's still 'Hanoi Jane'

Hanoi Jane fills all the definitions of "traitor" that I can think of. The actions of this woman were disgraceful. The fact that she was not prosecuted is a slap on the face to all former POWs and Vietnam veterans. She still turns my stomach.

My Party Is Leaving the Faithful Behind

My Party Is Leaving the Faithful Behind

Religion is one small part of why the Democrats are in such disarray. Their primary focal point this past election was simply "I hate Bush". In the next election, there will be no single person to hate, but an entire party. That will be a harder sell. This will force them to actually construct a platform with real ideas. If they fail to either construct the platform or to assemble a reasonable list of ideas to more the country is a solid direction, they will, once again, be pounded into the ground. The 2006 election cycle should give us a pretty good window into the 2008 election. Honestly, I do not think they have learned anything, but time will tell.

EUbusiness - EU's 25 members to see population start declining in 2025

EUbusiness - EU's 25 members to see population start declining in 2025

The EU continues to hide its head in the sand on so many issues. Their house needs some order, and quickly or the entire balance of power will shift far eastward, a development that will be good for no one.

Soldiers face real 'die-in' daily in Iraq]

Soldiers face real 'die-in' daily in Iraq

Ya just gotta love this guy! Thanks Marc, be safe and come home soon.

'We want to build our nation' - an interview with the head of the Iraqi Teachers Union

'We want to build our nation' - an interview with the head of the Iraqi Teachers Union

A candid "before" and "after" interview that recounts education under Saddam vs. education today. It must have been painful for the Guardian reporter to hear that things are better today.

Waiting for Bolton - The Washington Times: Commentary - April 09, 2005

Waiting for Bolton - The Washington Times: Commentary - April 09, 2005

Things are about to get interesting at the U.N. This is an organization at the edge of the cliff. Personally, I believe it is time to close the doors but on the off chance there is the possibility it can be revived, it sounds as though John Bolton is the man for the job. Koffi must be furious that President Bush would send such an outspoken critic of this little band of theives; it should be fun to watch.

Is Europe still on America's side?

An excellent discussion of the state of the US and European relationship today. Has it become so important that the US must be "balanced" by some other power that they are willing to risk the security of the world?

Preserve free speech - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - April 08, 2005

Preserve free speech - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - April 08, 2005

How can it be, that in a nation founded on religious FREEDOM, that the discussion and criticism of Islam is suddenly under attack. Christians are vilified and attached continuously. Yet, now we find that any discussion or condemnation of Islam is not permitted? Folks, we need to stand up here and let the world know that freedom means FREEDOM, epically freedom of thought and ideas. This is a VERY DANGEROUS cliff to walk up to.

Judge Dread-A showdown over the U.S. judiciary was a long time coming.

Judge Dread

The battle to rein in the Judiciary is obviously "on". I view it as the single most important task of the Republican led congress and without a doubt it will be their hardest task as well.

FrontPage magazine.com :: In Arafat's Footsteps by Michael Widlanski

The Palestinians, along with any number of Arab nations in the Mid East have but a single goal, to drive the Israelis into the sea. The first demand, on the part of Israel, for any withdrawal, any concession, any negotiation should the public acknowledgement on the part of the Palestinians that Israel is a valid state and has the right to exist. Period. Any resistance to this should be met by a stiffening of Israel's position. Concessions, until public recognition of these two principals are met, is futile and dangerous.

FrontPage magazine.com :: Harvesting Illegals by Mark Krikorian

FrontPage magazine.com :: Harvesting Illegals by Mark Krikorian

I can not, on any level, see the wisdom in granting amnesty for illegal aliens. It sends so many bad signals, not the least of which is that the risks of coming to the US illegally are worth it. Surly the good Senator can see this, can't he?

Chinese begin to worry U.S. militarily: printer friendly version

Chinese begin to worry U.S. militarily: printer friendly version

China would only be a threat if their method of government and the treatment of their people would say to the world "you do not want these people to dominate the globe." Well, do ya? Want these people to dominate the globe?

More New Mexicans May Carry Concealed Weapons -- 04/08/2005

More New Mexicans May Carry Concealed Weapons -- 04/08/2005

I am glad to see more and more state advance the rights of citizen to care a weapon. Trained, licensed and responsible citizens have the constitutional right to bare arms and the moral right to defend themselves and their families.

China Moving to Replace US Influence in Latin America -- 04/08/2005

China Moving to Replace US Influence in Latin America -- 04/08/2005

OK, so where are the world's concerns about Chinese imperialism? We have not passed any US law what would permit the invasion of a country in the event that country would say they were an independent state yet China can now "legally" invade Taiwan. These folks WANT to be the primary global power and they are headed in that direction with all due speed.

Evidence, Evidence, and More Evidence

Evidence, Evidence, and More Evidence - lowering taxes really does stimulate the economy.

I find the tax debate boring and endless. Let me see, you take an entity - the US Government - that produces NOTHING, creates NOTHING, manufacturers NOTHING, sells NOTHING and you give IT large amounts of money (our tax dollars) rather than giving it to entities (companies, marketing firms, inventors) through the investment of taxholders that retain more of what they earn that acturally do create, produce and sell products and that is supposed to grow the economy??? Really??? Are the pro-tax supporters even using one ounce of common sense?? Nope!

The Right to Choose or The Power to Compel?

Freedom of choice? For who?

I love how "progressives" defend the "right to choose". Of course, they mean to kill the unborn child in their womb that they don't want. It has nothing to do with the "right to choose" what others, in this case pharmacists in Illinois, believe is their moral obligations.

China’s Canadian Adventure

It feels like I'm sitting around a chess table watching a very skilled player and a novice. China is putting pieces into place with a long term strategy while their opponent is simply doing a move at a time.

NEWS.com.au | Govt to shut firms with too few women (06-04-2005)

NEWS.com.au | Govt to shut firms with too few women (06-04-2005)

Affirmative action run amok, amok, amok. The pleasures of a socialist state.

Students protesting military recruiters disrupt UCSC job fair By JONDI GUMZ SENTINEL STAFF WRITER April 6, 2005

Students protesting military recruiters disrupt UCSC job fair By JONDI GUMZ SENTINEL STAFF WRITER April 6, 2005

Yes, yes - how great the freedom to protest is. Now, just who has invested blood and tears to give us this right??

Byron York on Vast Left Wing Conspiracy on National Review Online

Byron York on Vast Left Wing Conspiracy on National Review Online: "Dems Showed Soros Secret Rove Plan"

Soros is one of the global political players that brings to mind this clandestine group of "leaders" that is determined to gain control of the world. Yes, I know it sounds so James Bondish, but I view him as a very dangerous man to the freedoms of the common man in the world.

Mugged by Reality

Mugged by Reality

This is a general story I have been following for the past year. Europe in general is being challanged by radical Islam. These folks are serious, deadly serious. It will require a firm, agressive and determined stance by "Old Europe" to keep from being swallowed up by Islamofacists.

In this account, it appears that the wolf is no longer just knocking on France's door, but is inside raising more and more hell. In my heart I know what the French response will be, but can Europe stand when France surrenders to this madness.

Mexico on the Brink

Mexico on the Brink
By A.M. Mora y Leon

Just how stable is our southern neighbor. This report suggests that there are many things brewing that are making US security folks more than a little nervous.

Save the Women, Save Ourselves - Terror, inside and out.

Michael Ledeen on Iran & Women on National Review Online

Those Iranian Mullahs are such playful types. With their level of respect for people, how can we ever doubt their intentions for the peacful use of nuclear technology. I bet all the French women condeming our actions in the region have to restrain themselves from leaving their homeland and moving to Iran - a bastion of mideast freedom!

Poisonous Penumbras - have courts over stepped their bounds??

Poisonous Penumbras - have courts over stepped their bounds??

Have our courts and judges overstepped their constitutional bounds? There appears to be a groundswell that is building that says yes, the courts are out of controll and need to be reigned in. Jed Babbin has an interesting summary of the issue.

Iraqis Tap Sunni for Parliament Speaker

Iraqis Tap Sunni for Parliament Speaker

This must really frost all those hoping for a disaster in Iraq, a speaker has been chosen, a Sunni - the group that sat out the elections. Step by stem, democracy is taking hold. It is truly a humbling experience to watch these determined people march froward - regardless what the skeptics say.

Canadians: Linking To CQ May Be Bad For Your Freedom

Canadians: Linking To CQ May Be Bad For Your Freedom

OK, so now it may be a CRIME to link to a website in the US that is investigating corruption in the Canadian government - such an enlightened people.

China Plans Surprise Attack on Taiwan

China Plans Surprise Attack on Taiwan

China just keeps flickering on the edge of the radar screen. I have done extensive reading of position papers of the Chinese military leaders and I personally believe they are very serious about taking over Taiwan and directly confronting the US. Flicker, flicker, flicker.

My Way News

My Way News

Thanks Bill, all us parents really appreciate you ability to be a role model for our kids.

Centrist Democrats warn liberals - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 04, 2005

Centrist Democrats warn liberals - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 04, 2005

Gee, ya think the left-leaning wing of the Democratic party is just a touch outta touch with the country? Really??

BERGER'S BURGLARY :

New York Post Online Edition:

Is it any wonder terrorism advanced significantly under the Clinton administration with staffers like Berger "protecting" America???

What alternative plan? - The Washington Times: Commentary - April 04, 2005

What alternative plan? - The Washington Times: Commentary - April 04, 2005

The Democratic solution for Social Security is . . . . . . . . . . . ???

How dangerous are Iran, North Korea? - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - April 04, 2005

How dangerous are Iran, North Korea? - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - April 04, 2005

These two axis members just keep simmering away. Obviously a decade of appeasment is contributing little good to the issue. Yet, somehow, I doubt the global community will be willing to confront these two threats.

Ziegler 'wrong' on Iraq hunger - The Washington Times: World - April 04, 2005

Ziegler 'wrong' on Iraq hunger - The Washington Times: World - April 04, 2005

This type of report from a U.N. representative, after the Volker reports shows what a complete tragedy the Oil for Food program was, is typical of the U.N.'s "anyone but us" blame game. The reality is that the U.N., through its weak-kneed approach to Saddam is directly responsible for hundreds or thousands of deaths in Iraq and the poor health of the entire country, especially the children, prior to the invasion of Iraq.

Not to mention current events in Sudan, Africa as a whole as well as a host of countries where the people are struggling for survival with little or no help from the vast majority of U.N. member states.

Border-vigil volunteers big in spirit, not number - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 03, 2005

Border-vigil volunteers big in spirit, not number - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 03, 2005 (Hat Tip: LGF)

Imagine that, the Mexican government protesting that our citizens are defending our boarder against illegal immigrants, not legal, not law abiding, not those using our country's boarder crossings, but those seeking to enter our country illegaly. So, how does Mexico treat illegal immigrants?? Maybe we should take a lesson from them??

Europe's Boys of Jihad

Europe's Boys of Jihad

The wolf is certainly at the door in Paris. I wonder if the French will act in time or curb this danger. Actually, I believe I know the answer, it will be the same as it was in WWI and WWII.

Veiled Threat

TCS: Tech Central Station - Veiled Threat

You wonder, as citizens of the EU look down their noses at Americans, if they are paying any attention to the state of their own internal affairs. Does the average EU citizen condone the Islamist's treatment of women, or are they simply afraid to face the danger looking them in the face?

WorldNetDaily: On CBS in May: Terri TV movie CBS

WorldNetDaily: On CBS in May: Terri TV movie

The class at CBS just keeps on comin'.

OFFICE WORK

I hate office work. I will do almost anything to avoid it. Unfortunately, my accountant suffered a rather severe auto accident and will probably no longer be available to me. I was a part time client and her real job as an accountant for a venture capital firm is becoming much busier and probably quite a bit more exciting. And she will have a fair amount of recovery time. So, today I am doing my accounting.

I am not sure what I dislike about it: paying bills (never seems like enough money in the old checking account), posting invoices (never seem to take in enough money) or just sitting on my butt banging away at the accounting software. Heavy sigh!

Anyway, have done all the damage on the books I can do today, so time to go play!

Maybe they're nuts but Minutemen have been effective

Maybe they're nuts but Minutemen have been effective

A basic responsibility of a citizen is to protect the nation. At times, I think our government forgets their job and need a reminder. Unless the government begins to take their job seriously regarding boder control, we can expect to see more of these types of actions being taken by the citizens of this country.

"Hell, No"--He's Not Exonerated

"Hell, No"--He's Not Exonerated

Why on earth would we continue to freely give this organization our blood and treasure without a full, open and continuous acounting of all financial transactions as well as an understanding that its troops and agency officials will treat their charges with basic human respect and dignity. They are accountable to NO ONE! More and more it takes on the posture of the supreme world government all the while plundering the people they are sent to aid. It is either time for a massive overhaul and a conversion to an open entity or it is time to withdraw our support.

Boston.com / News / Nation / Teen killed for a kiss mourned in N.J.

Boston.com / News / Nation / Teen killed for a kiss mourned in N.J.

I see stories like this and it breaks my heart. The shooter's mom knew he needed medication for his mental stability, that he was drinking and smoking pot. The victim's mom had the shooter IN HER HOME drinking, playing with a gun and threatening to kill her daughter. Hello?? Anyone?? Hello??

'Heroes' poised for vigil on border - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 02, 2005

'Heroes' poised for vigil on border - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 02, 2005:

" FBI officials this week said they are committed to ensuring that no laws are violated during the border vigil, by either the Minuteman volunteers or those opposed to them. "

Excuse me, entering our country illegaly is, well . . . er . . . . illegal, isn't it???

Oil prices keep barreling upward - The Washington Times: Business - April 02, 2005

Oil prices keep barreling upward - The Washington Times: Business - April 02, 2005

This is another story that always surprises me too. Given that we have had a national phobia about energy development, why should it surprise anyone that the price for a resource that is presented as becoming scarce would increase? What would drive the price of crude down would be President Bush's announcement that we are beginning a "Manhattan Project" for energy independence in the US with the goal of being self sufficient within the next 25 years. A goal both doabe and worthy.

More Americans oppose gay 'marriage,' poll finds - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 02, 2005

More Americans oppose gay 'marriage,' poll finds - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 02, 2005

Why is it that in a nation founded on Christian beliefs, and where over 80% of the people are Christian, the fact that the majority of the population oppose gay marriage in "news worthy"?? Yet, time after time this same story is written from a "I can't believe this, but it seems to be true" view point. You would think the liberals would get it eventually.

This issue was one of the major reason for Bush's re-election, particularity in light of the arrogant finding of the Massechuets Supreme Court and their demand for the state legislators to pass laws supporting gay marriage. Both the libs and the judiciary understimate the resistance to gay marriage in this country to their peril.

'Blog Swarm' Stings the FEC (04/02/2005)

'Blog Swarm' Stings the FEC (04/02/2005)

The true purpose of McCain-Fiengold was, IMNSHO, to insure incumbants had the upper-hand during the election cycle. If the ability to raise funds by the competitor were limited, the incumbent naturally had the advantage.

After the obvious power of blogs was displayed during the 2004 election, it had become apparent that blogs will have to be limited if incumbents are to maintain their advantage. Bloggers are keeping a watchful eye on the FEC developments, as should all citizens who are interested it free speech.

Jonah Goldberg on U.N. & Environment on National Review Online

Jonah Goldberg on U.N. & Environment on National Review Online

The UN discovers all the things we have done RIGHT (yes, right) to bring back our environment. Imagine that.

Pat Buchanan Doused With Salad Dressing

Pat Buchanan Doused With Salad Dressing

Free and open discourse, that's what the left wants in this country, free and open discourse, yep!

Prime violators hold seats on U.N. rights panel - The Washington Times: World - April 01, 2005

Prime violators hold seats on U.N. rights panel - The Washington Times: World - April 01, 2005

One more time - Just WHY THE HELL are we supporting the UN??

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"Instead of defending human rights, the commission has become an Abusers' Defense Society," Kenneth Roth, executive director of Human Rights Watch, said in an interview with The Washington Times.
He said Mr. Annan "is right to conclude that a new council, composed of governments that are genuinely committed to human rights, is the only way to end the travesty."

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Really, only governments genuinely committed to human rights?? Honestly, on the human rights panel????? Why the very thought!!

FrontPage magazine.com :: Symposium: Nuclear Outlaws by Jamie Glazov

FrontPage magazine.com :: Symposium: Nuclear Outlaws by Jamie Glazov

One of the lines we heard immediately following 9/11 was that the US government "failed to connect the dots". Well, the media, experienced foreign relation folks, the military and our intelligence community are painting a heavy black line between the dots of the nuclear threat posed to the world by North Korea and Iran.

This panel discussion should be enough to raise the hair on the back of even the most doubting neck.

The Humane Holocaust

The Humane Holocaust By George Neumayr

As I said yesterday, the views are wide concerning the death of Terri Schiavo. George Neumayr is probably as good a representation for the murder point of view as I have seen.

The tragedy of this whole case is beyond comprehension.

Senate opens door to alien amnesty - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 01, 2005

Senate opens door to alien amnesty - The Washington Times: Nation/Politics - April 01, 2005

Immigration built this country - legal immigration. The process of adding any kind of legitimacy to people violating our borders and our laws sends the wrong message to the world and endangers our security.

A huge burden is being placed on the residents of Mexican border states. The results range from increased crime to the closing of hospitals due to lost revenue treating illegal immigrants.

Michelle Malkin is probably the formost blogger on immigration issues. She has fired up a blog dedicated to the issue of immigration: The Immigration Blog. It is well worth your time to visit and educate yourself on this pressing issue.

I am certainly in favor of brining in new people to our country through immigration. But, I expect them to melt into the pot, not create their own pot, I expect them to come legaly and obey our laws and I expect loyalty to their country of CHOICE rather than their country of birth.

Berger Will Plead Guilty To Taking Classified Paper (washingtonpost.com)

Berger Will Plead Guilty To Taking Classified Paper (washingtonpost.com)

Long ago and far away, I once maintained a security clearance, Top Secret at that. The list of "dos and don'ts" is long, very clear and drummed into the brains of each clearance holder. Sandy Berger knew, without any doubt, that as he stuffed classified material down his undies and in his socks he was committing a felony that would earn him a sizable fine and jail time. Trust me, had I taken documents home, I would still be living off "government assistance".

His punishment - $10,000 fine and 3 year suspension of his clearance. This sends so many wrong messages, I wouldn't even know where to start. It is obvious that the security of our country still takes a back seat to politics.

The New Republic Online: The Politics of Churlishness

The New Republic Online: The Politics of Churlishness

TNR - talking like THIS about President Bush???

"And he has accomplished this genuinely momentous transformation in ways that virtually the entire foreign affairs clerisy--the cold-blooded Brent Scowcroft realist Republicans and almost all the Democrats--never thought possible. Or, perhaps, in ways some of them thought positively undesirable. Bush, it now seems safe to say, is one of the great surprises in modern U.S. history. "

Break out the skates in Hell, there's a nip in the air!!!

MSNBC - Terri Schiavo's 2002 CT scan

MSNBC - Terri Schiavo's 2002 CT scan

I have deliberately avoided blogging about Ms. Schiavo simply because it is such an expansive and complicated case, I do not feel I am qualified in any real way to comment, except to express my opinion.

To that end, I have always believed that it would be appropriate to remove the feeding tube if it were indeed true that Terri simply was not longer "home" and had no chance to regain any level of consiousness. This article seems to put the argument to rest for me. Terri died in 1990 - her organs were simply sustained by the most basic levels of brain function.

May all involved find peace.

China-Taiwan balancing act jeopardized by EU

China-Taiwan balancing act jeopardized by EU

What is stunning to be about the EU dropping the ban on arms sales to China is that it either shows an incredible lack of respect for the threat China poses to the stability of the Far East, or it shows their total willingness to play a very dangerous game of "let's balance the 'US Threat' by making China an even more powerful military threat".

This approach uses the same logic they have been using with the Islamists in Europe, much to their peril. China has done nothing to earn a dropping of the weapons ban. And European ignorance and arrogance is making the whole world a more dangerous place to live!

Daily Dozen 3/23/2005

The Union of the Snake - Al Qaeda planning and possibilities. By James Robbins, NRO

There Are Signs the Tide May Be Turning on Iraq's Street of Fear By JOHN F. BURNS, NY Times

Hopes and Fears Evident as Nations Mull Rival Security Council Proposals By Patrick Goodenough, CNSNews.com

Mexican State Issues 'How To' on Border Jumping Fox News

End election-law nonsense By Brian McNicoll, townhall.com

Bush Should Talk Up Social Security Reform for Poor - Mort Kondracke, Roll Call

Kofi Annan's Idea of "Reform" is More of the Same - Claudia Rosett, WSJ

Arctic Drilling Makes Sense, But Don't Expect Miracles - USA Today

McCain-Feingold Online - Wall Street Journal

RADICALS ON THE ROCKS By AMIR TAHERI, NY Post

After All Its Denials, U.N. Admits It Paid Oil-for-Food Program Aide's Legal Fees BY BENNY AVNI, NY Sun

The law is failing Terri By Charles Krauthammer, townhall.com

Daily Dozen - 3/22/2005

EU Plan to End China Arms Embargo Controversial in Europe By Eva Cahen, CNSNews.com

House of Hate By Stephen Brown, FrontPageMagazine.com

China Threatens U.S. Alliances By Dana R. Dillon, Fox News

Social Security reform threatened by elitist liberals By Star Parker townhall.com

Disorder in Our High Court - Gary Bauer, USA Today

Call Senate Democrats' Bluff - Senator George Allen, Washington Times

The Strange Death of the Liberal West - Mark Steyn, Daily Telegraph

Bush's Shake-Up-the-World View - Fred Barnes, Wall Street Journal

Another First Amendment Landmark Case? - It's Rachel Ehrenfeld vs. Sheik bin Mahfouz, a Saudi sheik who has successfully sued the American writer for defamation--in England. Journalists, says Floyd Abrams, "should line up and support the lawsuit." By Thomas Lipscomb, Editor and Publisher

Vet strikes back Sound Politics Blog

Energy policy foundation By Dick Armey, Washington Times

Defending missile defense By Peter Huessy, Washington Times

Daily Dozen - 3/21/2005

2 Years Democracy In Iraq Blog – Was it worth it??

Sticking It to Congress By Patrick Hynes, American Spectator

Rice Attends Church in Country Where Religious Freedom is Relentlessly Restricted By Patrick Goodenough, CNSNews.com

Kites key to Mideast peace? - Group brings together Israeli, Palestinian children, will fly 10,000 By Aaron Klein, WND

Hillary's Election Scam Bill By Byron York, The Hill

How Liberal Foundations Fooled Congress on McCain-Feingold - John Fund, WSJ

We Must Take Closer Look at Nuclear Energy - Stanley Crouch, NY Daily News

Beijing's 43 Bentleys - George Will, Newsweek

Weapons of Mass Disinformation - Richard Rahn, Washington Times

Will E.U. Choose Collectivism Over Individualism? Will We? - Pete du Pont, WSJ

Pew Has Some Explaining To Do - New York Post

Retirement Debate is About Fairness to Young - San Diego Union-Tribune

Why did Bush win in November ? A picture is worth a thousand words!!

Bush vs. Kerry - the photos tell the tale!

I laughed so hard, tears are still flowing. These photos tell the tale between a genuine, loving, caring and forceful man running for President and a wanna be. You choose which is which.

Enjoy!!

Bill

Daily Dozen - 3/19/2005

Judicial Activism’s Perfect Storm - Thomas Lifson, The American Thinker

Bush Gets Radical - John Podhoretz, New York Post

Ukraine says exported long-range missiles to Iran By Reuters and Haaretz Service

“Little Eichmanns” and “Digital Brownshirts” - Deconstructing the Hitlerian slur. By Victor Davis Hanson, NRO

First Judge Showdown - Specter asks, ’Can we agree to disagree?’ Democrats say no. By Byron York, NRO

America Spreading Democracy - Diana West, Washington Times

Shiites Protest Suicide Blast in Baghdad By SAMEER N. YACOUB, AP

Here's How Bush May Win By Losing - Peter Brown, Orlando Sentinel

The ACLU is Out of Line - Anil Adyanthaya, Boston Globe

WHAT IT WAS FOR By AMIR TAHERI, NY Post

EU Constitution opposition surges By Hugh Schofield, AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE

The Fire in Iran By Michael A. Ledeen, AEI

Daily Dozen - 3/18/2005

"Live" with TAE - An interview with John O'Neill The American Enterprise

Pinewood Derby Pile-Up - Film At 11. By Dave Konig, NRO

Nuclear Musical Chairs - Who will be the last standing? By Henry Sokolski, NRO

Marines snub UAW olive branch - Reservists will park elsewhere, although union admits mistake banning nonunion cars, Bush stickers. By Eric Mayne / The Detroit News

Winning Numbers? - What the Social Security numbers say. By Byron York, NRO

Senators pledging to help Boy Scouts - Introduce bill to protect organization from legal attacks by ACLU, others WND

Fear and Intimidation at Harvard - What do academic women want? By Harvey Mansfield, Weekly Standard

Vindicated By Charles Krauthammer, townhall.com

Lebanon's Meaning in the Wider Arab Context - Rami Khouri, Daily Star

Campaign Finance Reform Has Been an Immense Scam - Ryan Sager, NY Post

Liberals Should Welcome Bush's Social Security Plan - N. Gregory Mankiw, TNR

Chinese Play a Different Game - James Pinkerton, Newsday

Daily Dozen - 3/15/2005

Why Rathergate and Easongate Are Still Open - If the mainstream media can't investigate their own screw-ups, no wonder they don't understand why the public increasingly doesn't trust them to investigate anything. By Thomas H. Lipscomb, Editor and Publisher


Calif. Judge Strikes Down Ban on Same-Sex Marriage By Randy Hall, CNSNews.com

GOP sees momentum in ending judicial filibusters By Charlie Savage, Boston Globe

Scalia Slams 'Living Constitution' Theory Fox News, AP


Doubt aired on safety of Boston's I-93 tunnels - Engineer cites leaks, damage, lack of data By Sean P. Murphy and Raphael Lewis, Boston Globe

Which Privileges for Islam? By Daniel Pipes, FrontPageMagazine.com

Supreme Court 5 runs roughshod over will of the people By Phyllis Schlafly, townhall.com

Democratic Thoughts Run Through the Arab Land - Youssef Ibrahim, Gulf News

China's course parallels old Germany's By James P. Pinkerton, Newsday.com

U.S. Youth Need History Lesson in Freedom Of The Press - K. Parker, USA Today

Buy Off Churchill Now to Save CU - Paul Campos, Rocky Mountain News

Anti-War Left Still Standing In Freedom's Way - Amir Taheri, The Australian

The Daily Star - Lebanon News - Demo plans go ahead despite warnings

The Daily Star - Lebanon News - Demo plans go ahead despite warnings

Once the lamp of liberty is lit, it is very hard to extinguish. These are truly heart warming and hopeful signs. Imagine the courage of these people. After their 30 year nightmare, they deserve peace, prosperity and, above all, liberty.

Jihadpundit: Fanatically opposed to Islamic fanaticism

Jihadpundit: Fanatically opposed to Islamic fanaticism

Do you think people will ever get the idea that we are all "Australian" or "American" if we live in a country, accept its ideals and work for a common good?? This guy takes an interesting approach to confront bigotry head on.

'I believe God brought him to my door' | ajc.com

'I believe God brought him to my door' | ajc.com

There are times I wonder what my purpose is. Surly God placed me here for some reason. It is stunning when you can see His hand at work so powerfully. What an incredibly powerful woman. It is hard not to believe God placed her in this man's path to stop the killing and to change his life's direction.

Daily Dozen 3/14/2005

"I don't think US should be the leader of the world" -- An Exclusive Interview with the Washington Post Managing Editor Philip Peoples Daily, China

Looting at Weapons Plants Was Systematic, Iraqi Says By JAMES GLANZ and WILLIAM J. BROAD, NY Times

Marines driven out of UAW lot - The union says Marines in foreign cars, displaying Bush stickers unwelcome. By Eric Mayne / The Detroit News

"I Don't Do Carrots" - The big-stick diplomacy of Bush's nominee for U.N. ambassador. By Stephen F. Hayes, Weekly Standard

Hotel Darfur: Now showing at the U.N. By Paul Greenberg, townhall.com

Democrats are out of gas By Michael Barone, townhall.com

What FDR Really Said About Private Social Security Accounts - John Fund, WSJ

The Missing Proposal - Sebastian Mallaby, Washington Post

The Tyranny of the Minority - Cathy Young, Boston Globe

French Perfidy Must Be Challenged - Taipei Times

Not Whether Bloggers Are Journalists, It's Which Are - D. Rogers, SF Chronicle

New Signs on the Arab Street - Thomas Friedman, New York Times

Damn - I'm READY FOR SPRING!!!!!

Conservative Outlook

I am really ready for warm weather camping!! Nice weekend with the Scouts. Night got pretty chilly though ( 15 degrees last night ). This is the first campout for our new scouts, those just moving up from WEBELOS. So, we go to a local cabin donated to our county by a judge. It gives us the option of the young guys sleeping indoors - which they usually do, along with most our "seasoned" scouts. However, it is unheated this time of year, so still well below freezing last night!

A campout always helps center me. Something about 36 hours out-of-doors that really recharges the old batteries! The guys took a 4.2 mile hike, worked on firebuilding (new scouts mainly - did it with one match), skills with the saw and ax, and, of course, their main focus - FOOD!!! Pretty good selection: hotdogs and mac and cheese, hamburgers, stew, apple pie, chocolate cake, breakfast barritos, pancakes, bacon and the usual snacks!! A good time had by all! Here are a couple of photos:



David showing the proper use of a saw to Payton, one of the new guys. They sawed a mountain of wood, and we burned it all. I could sit all night and stare at an open fire. Such a warm, comfy activity!!



Some of the guys and their "camp gadget", a table. Good practice for lashings. They kept it up for lunch, but the cold got to them and it added its warmth to the fire throughout the night.



Breakfast for the adults this morning - pancakes and bacon. Greg did a fine job - I stopped at 7!! We have long since learned not to let the kids cook for us!!

Off on our monthly Scout campout

Troop 47 Website

Every month we venture into the boonies for a camping adventure. Rain, shine, snow, sleet, hail - kinda like postal delivery people! This month is no exception. This is the month we take our new scouts, usually in 6th grade, on their first camp out. It is quite a process to see them go through this first outing. Everything from no gear, to big bird sleeping bags to the new gadget that the scout's dad knows his son can't live without!

This is the month we teach the newbies fire saftey, the safe handling of saws, axes and knives, how to light a camp stove, build a fire - a truly busy and fun weekend.

So, blogging will be non-existant. I will post a few photos upon my return Sunday night to give you a flavor of the weekend.

Have a good one!

Bill

Sterile Thunder: In Defense of Terrorism?

Sterile Thunder: In Defense of Terrorism?

I wonder how proud his parents would be, arguing for the justified killing of inocent men, women and children. And we, as parents, should pay universities to "educate" our children because . . . . . ??

Hostage Shot By US Was Careless - Italian Minister

News: World News: Hostage Shot By US Was Careless - Italian Minister: "Hostage Shot By US Was Careless - Italian Minister"

Had our soldiers really been as incompetent as Giuliana reports, her car would have been filled with holes instead of the 2 or 3 holes found. And, if they had meant to kill her, she would be dead. A belt from a SAW or a couple 40mm rounds would have taken care of it.

This woman purposely placed herself in jepordy thinking since she was anti-American she was safe, she played on the emotions of her country to be ransomed and then she got a security agent killed. For what??? What an ignorant, arrogant bitch.

Three Shot Dead at Ga. Trial; Gunman Flees

My Way News

Three things come to mind while reading this story.

1: Unless the female guard escorting this dirtball was 6'2" and 200 pounds, what the hell was she doing in such a position?

2: Given this was his third go around, why wasn't he in cuffs and shackels?? Is this a natural result of the promotion of a criminal's rights? Are more judges going to have to die before a criminal going up for his third trial is treated like . . . well . . . a criminal?

3: With the advent of 3 strikes and you are out laws, are criminals, going down for the 3rd count, more likely to give escapes like this a try if there is not a death penalty looming over their heads. This guy was facing life, why not kill a few people and try to escape trial and prison? This guy certainly deserves to be shot, hung, injected - what ever - to send him on his way to hell without taking a dime of taxpayer money.

Yahoo! News - UK Terrorism Debate Rages, Suspects to Go Free

Yahoo! News - UK Terrorism Debate Rages, Suspects to Go Free

It seems that the UK will have to undergo its own 9/11 before the fully realize the lethal threat they are under. I have read about the internal debate the parliament has been having about the "rights" of these folks and the danger presented to the people of the UK by holding them - all the while ignoring the warning of their own security agency saying releasing these animals will endanger the country. Truly an instance of politics creating insanity.

Our trip photo journal.

Bellefontaine 2005

Simply click on the first photo and you will be taken to the slide show. This will give you some idea what the conditions/villagers/country was like.

Bassin-Meado 05 - My complete journal of my Haiti trip.

Bassin-Meado 05

It is difficult to find all the words to describe my Haiti trip. So, I won't try. Here is my journal. It is rather long, but one topic that came up again and again during our stay at Baddin-Meado was that the people there did not want to be forgotten. So, in their honor, here is the whole thing. All 8 days, all activities, all thoughts. It was quite an experience. And, the beginning of an enormous project that will easily take years to complete. Enjoy the read.

Daily Dozen - 3/11/2005

End Judicial Nomination Filibusters - Senator Orrin Hatch, Congressional Record

Expect Foes of Freedom to Stage Violent Counterattacks - M. Kondracke, Roll Call

Fighting 'Occupation' Does Not Legitimize Terrorism, Annan Says By Patrick Goodenough, CNSNews.com

A Year After Madrid, Counter-Terror Cooperation Among EU States Questioned, By Patrick Goodenough, CNSNews.com

Russia in Crisis By Ariel Cohen, FrontPageMagazine.com

Muzzled by Muslims By Joel Mowbray, FrontPageMagazine.com

Mullahs preparing to make nuclear bombs By Jerome Corsi, WND

Years of living dangerously By Clifford D. May, townhall.com

Thou shalt have no others gods before the ACLU By Mona Charen, townhall.com

CIA Right to Ship Terror Suspects Abroad - Michael Scheuer, New York Times

Those Subtle Chinese - Robert Kagan, Washington Post

Honoring a True Martyr For Freedom in Iraq - James J. Na, Seattle Times

Chrenkoff's Great Interview with Victor Davis Hanson

Chrenkoff

VDH is one of my favorite bloggers/authors/commentators. He brings his clarity of thought to a wide range of issues facing the US, Europe and the world at large - a worthy read.

The Death of a Muslim Woman: "The Whore Lived Like a German" - International - SPIEGEL ONLINE

The Death of a Muslim Woman: "The Whore Lived Like a German" - International - SPIEGEL ONLINE

This story has popped up all over the net over the past few days. I have listed it twice in my Daily Dozen. The thing I find most disquieting about this is that there is, in reality, no solution to this problem. Germany, and much of Europe, have held open the door to people who have no intention of becoming German, they simply wanted to leave the oppression of their homeland. Their customs and beliefs are not being shed infavor of more liberal and democratic western ideals, they are in fact hardening their old world stance.

Europe is very very close to a tipping point where they will be unable to reverse the Islamofication of their society. I am not sure they have the will to stop this process. Time will tell, but time is very short I fear.

Off to NYC

My lovely wifee and I are headed to NYC in the morning. Rather thhan luging my notebook along, I will be taking mt Toshiba e755. It has full wiireless features and I have been very happpy with its performance in the past. This post was done with it to wring out the process, seems to work fine!

Daily Dozen - 3/2/2005

A Bold and Brave Advance - President Bush’s second inaugural has given the American proposition planetary scope. By Michael Novak. NRO

2,000 Demonstrate at Iraqi Bombing Site By RAWYA RAGEH, AP

Same Old Story on Judicial Nominees -- for Now By Susan Jones, CNSNews.com

First Lebanon, Now Syria By Rhonda Roumani, Washington Times

Berlin's Honor Killings By Sonia Phalnikar, Deutsche Welle

U.N. influence on court's juvenile execution ban - In 5-4 case, majority ruling based on global treaties, foreign opinions WND

Wahhabis, Go Home - Confronting Saudi evangelism in Kuwait, Europe, and the United States. By Olivier Guitta, Weekly Standard

The War's Silver Lining - Jonathan Freedland, The Guardian

What Europe Wishes for in Iran - Reuel Marc Gerecht, Financial Times

Burying Good Economic News - Lawrence Kudlow, Kudlow's Money Politics

About That Quagmire - New York Post

Imagine: 500 Miles Per Gallon - Fareed Zakaria, Newsweek

Daily Dozen - 3/1/2005

Putting the fear of God into Holland By Brian Moynahan, Times Online

Big ideas . . . By Donald Lambro,Washington Times

SYRIA: W'S NEXT WIN? By PETER BROOKES, NY Post

A blinkered view from the Baghdad Hilton By KATIE GRANT, The Scotsman

OPINION: The Making Of A 9/11 Republican By Cinnamon Stillwell, SFGate.com

Palestinians Pledge to 'Put House in Order' By Julie Stahl, CNSNews.com

U.N. shuffles on rape cases - Annan claims 'very firm measures' amid continuing sex-abuse scandal WND

Wake-up call for my fellow Muslims By Kamal Nawas, townhall.com

Higher Compliance One Benefit of Flat Tax - Bruce Bartlett, Creators

Mideast Climate Change - New York Times

A Surefire Path to a Nuclear Iran - Wall Street Journal

The Arabs' Berlin Wall Has Crumbled - Mark Steyn, Daily Telegraph

Daily Dozen - 2/28/2005

Election Shock Treatment - The Democrats try to get over Iraq's latest achievement. By Noemie Emery, Weekly Standard

Now We Need the Media's Help in Iraq - Iyad Allawi, Wall Street Journal

Don't Blame Wal-Mart - Robert Reich, New York Times

Are We Fools Led By Liars? - William Rees-Mogg, Times of London

Thousands in Beirut protest despite ban - Government faces censure vote today By Bassem Mroue, Associated Press

Hillary Fever? Might Be Something We Eight. By Howard Kurtz, Washington Post

Russia Signs Deal to Fuel Iranian Nuclear Program - By Patrick Goodenough and Sergei Blagov, CNSNews.com Correspondents

Egypt and Syria Play Ball -- No Thanks to the Left By Ben Johnson, FrontPageMagazine.com

Rolling back the tide of tyranny By Mike S. Adams, townhall.com

Changing minds By Michael Barone, townhall.com

The pirates of eminent domain By Jeff Jacoby, townhall.com

Fear and Intimidation at Harvard - What do academic women want? By Harvey Mansfield

Off to Haiti

Off to Haiti

Well, tomorrow is the day our little band heads off to Haiti. I am looking forward to the adventure, but mainly to having some impact that allows the people we will work with to get a handle on life.

All the things that pop into my head to say sound a bit trite. Having never been there, I have no real expectations. The group I am traveling with are part of a larger group that make many trips a year. All tell the same tails of poor living conditions, no clean water, poor sanitation, no communication or infrastructure - - - the list is long and disheartening. When the opportunity came up for me to go, I really could not say no. How can a person take a pass on helping these folks?? And, since I have a broad range of technical experience – radio communication, solar power, wilderness survival – I felt I would not just be taking up a seat, but actually contributing is a real way.

I received a parish blessing at Mass this morning. I am humbled that the parish is praying for our group, embarrassed at the attention and pleased with myself that I stepped up and am going. It is an odd mix, but there it is.

I have completed packing, feels like an extended wilderness Scout trip. I took no shelter equipment, doubled the size of my first aid kit, took 2 water filtration systems, water purification tablets/liquid, good boots and 3 sets of all clothes.

I took communications gear, 2 GPS systems since I will be required to plot out villages, 2 compasses and accurate maps.

And, a minimal stash of food: 5 day packs each containing: 2 oatmeal, 4 granola bars and 4 meat sticks. Worst comes to worst, that should hold me over.

And personal gear: MP3 player with radio, camera with CF cards for 800 photos and a crap load of batteries.

I have set aside all the stories I have been reading in their news of rebel forces in the region we seem to be going into. I am not sure we would present the kind of target they would be interested in. Over all, the reports from others traveling there is that things are fairly quiet and as long as we stay out of “troubled areas” we will be fine. I trust we will. And, I am hoping that since this is a church trip, we may have some extra protection. I have never been one to expect God to protect me. But I have always thought that if I live my life well, do what is right and thank God for allowing me to make a difference where I can, that my life will unfold as He wants it to. On the day I stand before Him, I simply want to say I did the best I could and to thank Him for His love. That day will arrive whether I am in Haiti or walking across a street.

I appreciate any and all prayers for our little group. I will post a full trip report when I return, probably over the last weekend of this month. Until then.

Daily Dozen 2/9/2005

A CNN Executive Says G.I.s in Iraq Target Journalists BY RODERICK BOYD - Staff Reporter of the Sun

We Will Never Forget This Day - Election day in Iraq. By Joseph Morrison Skelly, NRO

Messages in the mosques By Arnaud de Borchgrave, Washington Times

W'S DEBACLE — NOT By John Podhoretz, NY Post

Internet Cowards By Shawn Macomber, American Spectator

Perceived US Cowardice Fuels Terrorism, Former CIA Head Declares By Kathleen Rhodes, CNSNews.com

"Kill a Jew--Go to Heaven" - Natan Sharansky draws attention to a new report by the Palestinan Media Watch. By Rachel DiCarlo, Weekly Standard

The Marines: A few sensitive men By Kathleen Parker, townhall.com

CNN slimes our troops By Michelle Malkin, townhall.com

The Left's Old-Time '60s Political Religion - Austin Bay, RealClearPolitics

The Price of Liberty in Iraq? Ten Years' Vigilance - N. Ferguson, Wall St. Journal

Personal-Account Myths - They’re not the speculative vehicles Democrats want you to think they are. By Cesar Conda, NRO

Daily Dozen - 2-8-2005

With Friends Like These: Stop Saudi jihad proselytizing in U.S. Dallas News Editorial

Freedom House Report: Saudi Publications on Hate Ideology Fill American Mosques Read the entire report for yourself

EASONGATE: BARNEY FRANK TALKS Eason Jordan, representing CNN at the Davos economic conference last week accused US soldiers of deliberately targeting journalists. He claimed to have information regarding 12 that had been deliberately murdered by US soldiers. Interestingly, this is receiving scant attention in MSM, but the blogsphere is on fire. Michelle Malkin has the results of her conversation with Sen. Barney Franks, who was in attendance as well as links to a number of other discussions on the topic.

Iraqis Cite Shift in Attitudes Since Vote By Doug Struck, Washington Post Foreign Service This story reminds me of the ice breaking on a river after a long, cold winter. Lord knows these folks have suffered for along time, I honestly believe Spring is just around the corner.

Counterterror Conference Sidesteps Issue of Defining Terrorism By Patrick Goodenough, CNSNews.com

'On the Road to Resumption' at Sharm el-Sheik By Julie Stahl, CNSNews.com

Exporting Immigrants, and Chaos By Michael Radu, FrontPageMagazine.com

Ostrich Authorities Deny Domestic Terrorism By Daniel Pipes, FrontPageMagazine.com

We Can't Tax Our Way Out of the Social Security Crisis - Senator Jon Kyl, RCP

Staying Power: Fight Over Flight in Iraq - Victor Davis Hanson, New Republic

What Kind of People Do We Want to Be? - Investor's Business Daily

What Bin Laden Sees in Hiroshima By Steve Coll, The Washington Post

The Bud Ad - What a great tribute!

I loved the simplicity of the Bud ad thanking the troops. Honestly, it nearly had me in tears. While it seems like such a simple thing, the act of thanking a service man or woman for their willingness to serve means so much to them. A short story about my return to "the world".

I left home on April 21, 1969 and returned April 23, 1971, to the girl of my dreams and my wife of 32 years. I spent a year at remote sites in Taiwan and a year in the Central Highlands of Vietnam. All the while, my girl stayed true and sucked it up through all the campus crap of the day.

I left the US in the era of black suits, white shirts, white socks and black shoes. I returned to checkered pants, colored shirts, stripped coats and platform shoes! Talk about a culture shock.

I did not experience the worst of the demonstrators upon my return to Sea-Tac, we disembarked well away from the terminal and were pretty much separated from the general crowd until we were well within the terminal complex. I flew to Chicago and then a short hop to Bishop airport in Flint Michigan, to the arms of my girl and the love of my family.

During the short flight, I chatted with the stewardess and a nice lady sitting next to me. She could not wrap her head around the fact that it had been two years since I had been home. She knew I was coming home from Vietnam and was meeting my family in Flint. Somehow, word filtered forward since I was the one military guy getting off. As I got off, the majority of folks sitting welcomed me home and said how happy they were I got home safe. A few moments of my life I will always remember.

Soldiers give so much, risk so much and love our country so much, they deserve our thanks and, as I know first hand, appreciate it down to their souls.

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