Insufficient public interest?

• Sep. 12, 2009 - 9-12 March on Washington

These are powerful numbers. We are no longer the silent majority.

• Sep. 9, 2009 - Remembering John Joseph Murray

John Joseph Murray, known as Jack to his family, was just six days away from his 33rd birthday on September 11th. He had recently became a father. His beautiful daughter Alyson Rose was just five months old.

He spent the last precious moments with his wife, Rory, speaking words of love and tender thoughts. Rory and Alyson were leaving on a trip to San Fransisco and the family thought they would be separated for a week. Of course, they had no way of knowing what would happen that morning.

John went to his office in Tower One, 104th floor at Cantor Fitzgerald. Rory and Alyson boarded their plane. They wouldn't see another again.

Rory's plane never left the ground, since shortly afterward, the first plane hit.

John's brother, Michael, also worked at Cantor Fitzgerald, until a few days before 9-11. Days before, he had changed jobs and was working in Tower 2. When the first plane struck, he raced down the stairs, knowing his brother was in Tower 1. He was halfway down when the second plane struck his building. His concern for his brother had saved his life.

John had begun a foundation devoted to raising money for Scleroderma research in 1997. His sister, Cathy, suffers from the condition. Please visit his foundation. http://www.johnjmurrayfoundation.org/ A scholarship has also been made in his memory.

"John had a certain zest for life," his wife told a newspaper soon after 9-11, "living each day to the fullest and seldom getting caught up in the small stuff."

"Aly is my saving grace," said Rory, "In her, all of us still have a part of John."

"He didn’t take life for granted,” said his father. “He probably lived more in his 32 years than most people live in 100.”

As we remember the tragedy of September 11th, let's remember the people who were killed and the families left behind. Let's resist the growing movement to sanitize the attack and make it simply a day of service. Let's remember the pledge we all made, "WE WILL NEVER FORGET!"

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Visit Project 2,996 to sign up to do your own tribute, and to see others who have participated.

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• Sep. 8, 2009 - Jack Webb speaks

• Aug. 12, 2009 - Are we a Christian nation?

President Barack Obama said in Turkey, ”We do not consider ourselves a Christian nation or a Jewish nation or a Muslim nation. We consider ourselves a nation of citizens who are bound by ideals and a set of values.”

Do you know the Preamble for your state?

Alabama 1901, Preamble

We the people of the State of Alabama , invoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish the following Constitution..

Alaska 1956, Preamble We, the people of Alaska , grateful to God and to those who founded our nation and pioneered this great land.

Arizona 1911, Preamble We, the people of the State of Arizona , grateful to Almighty God for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution…

Arkansas 1874, Preamble We, the people of the State of Arkansas , grateful to Almighty God for the privilege of choosing our own form of government…

California 1879, Preamble We, the People of the State of California , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom…

Colorado 1876, Preamble We, the people of Colorado , with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of Universe…

Connecticut 1818, Preamble. The People of Connecticut, acknowledging with gratitude the good Providence of God in permitting them to enjoy.

Delaware 1897, Preamble Through Divine Goodness all men have, by nature, the rights of worshipping and serving their Creator according to the dictates of their consciences…

Florida 1885, Preamble We, the people of the State of Florida , grateful to Almighty God for our constitutional liberty, establish this Constitution…

Georgia 1777, Preamble We, the people of Georgia , relying upon protection and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish this Constitution…

Hawaii 1959, Preamble We , the people of Hawaii , Grateful for Divine Guidance …. Establish this Constitution.

Idaho 1889, Preamble We, the people of the State of Idaho , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings..

Illinois 1870, Preamble We, the people of the State of Illinois, grateful to Almighty God for the civil , political and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy and looking to Him for a blessing on our endeavors.

Indiana 1851, Preamble We, the People of the State of Indiana , grateful to Almighty God for the free exercise of the right to choose our form of government.

Iowa 1857, Preamble We, the People of the St ate of Iowa , grateful to the Supreme Being for the blessings hitherto enjoyed, and feeling our dependence on Him for a continuation of these blessings, establish this Constitution.

Kansas 1859, Preamble We, the people of Kansas , grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious privileges establish this Constitution.

Kentucky 1891, Preamble.. We, the people of the Commonwealth are grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties..

Louisiana 1921, Preamble We, the people of the State of Louisiana , grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties we enjoy.

Maine 1820, Preamble We the People of Maine acknowledging with grateful hearts the goodness of the Sovereign Ruler of the Universe in affording us an opportunity .. And imploring His aid and direction.

Maryland 1776, Preamble We, the people of the state of Maryland , grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberty…

Massachusetts 1780, Preamble We…the people of Massachusetts, acknowledging with grateful hearts, the goodness of the Great Legislator of the Universe In the course of His Providence, an opportunity and devoutly imploring His direction

Michigan 1908, Preamble.. We, the people of the State of Michigan , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of freedom, establish this Constitution.

Minnesota, 1857, Preamble We, the people of the State of Minnesota, grateful to God for our civil and religious liberty, and desiring to perpetuate its blessings:

Mississippi 1890, Preamble We, the people of Mississippi in convention assembled, grateful to Almighty God, and invoking His blessing on our work.

Missouri 1845, Preamble We, the people of Missouri , with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of the Universe, and grateful for His goodness . Establish this Constitution…

Montana 1889, Preamble. We, the people of Montana , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of liberty establish this Constitution ..

Nebraska 1875, Preamble We, the people, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom . Establish this Constitution.

Nevada 1864, Preamble We the people of the State of Nevada , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, establish this Constitution…

New Hampshire 1792, Part I. Art . I. Sec. V Every individual has a natural and unalienable right to worship God according to the dictates of his own conscience.

New Jersey 1844, Preamble We, the people of the State of New Jersey, grateful to Almighty God for civil and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing on our endeavors.

New Mexico 1911, Preamble We, the People of New Mexico, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of liberty..

New York 1846, Preamble We, the people of the State of New York , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, in order to secure its blessings.

North Carolina 1868, Preamble We the people of the State of North Carolina, grateful to Almighty God, the Sovereign Ruler of Nations, for our civil, political, and religious liberties, and acknowledging our dependence upon Him for the continuance of those…

North Dakota 1889, Preamble We , the people of North Dakota , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, do ordain…

Ohio 1852, Preamble We the people of the state of Ohio , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings and to promote our common.

Oklahoma 1907, Preamble Invoking the guidance of Almighty God, in order to secure and perpetuate the blessings of liberty, establish this

Oregon 1857, Bill of Rights, Article I Section 2. All men shall be secure in the Natural right, to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their consciences

Pennsylvania 1776, Preamble We, the people of Pennsylvania, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, and humbly invoking His guidance….

Rhode Island 1842, Preamble. We the People of the State of Rhode Island grateful to Almighty God for the civil and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing…

South Carolina , 1778, Preamble We, the people of he State of South Carolina grateful to God for our liberties, do ordain and establish this Constitution.

South Dakota 1889, Preamble We, the people of South Dakota , grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberties …

Tennessee 1796, Art . XI..III. That all men have a natural and indefeasible right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their conscience…

Texas 1845, Preamble We the People of the Republic of Texas , acknowledging, with gratitude, the grace and beneficence of God.

Utah 1896, Preamble Grateful to Almighty God for life and liberty, we establish this Constitution.

Vermont 1777, Preamble Whereas all government ought to enable the individuals who compose it to enjoy their natural rights, and other blessings which the Author of Existence has bestowed on man ..

Virginia 1776, Bill of Rights, XVI Religion, or the Duty which we owe our Creator can be directed only by Reason and that it is the mutual duty of all to practice Christian Forbearance, Love and Charity towards each other

Washington 1889, Preamble We the People of the State of Washington, grateful to the Supreme Ruler of the Universe for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution

West Virginia 1872, Preamble Since through Divine Providence we enjoy the blessings of civil, political and religious liberty, we, the people of West Virginia reaffirm our faith in and constant reliance upon God ..

Wisconsin 1848, Preamble We, the people of Wisconsin , grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, domestic tranquility…

Wyoming 1890, Preamble We, the people of the State of Wyoming , grateful to God for our civil, political, and religious liberties, establish this Constitution…

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• Apr. 3, 2009 - Detained over CASH!

Here's a disturbing video of a young man traveling through Missouri (home of the militia memo) who was detained and harassed because he was carrying cash. He refused to answer the un-Constitutional questions and that did not make the TSA agents very happy.

Please remember your Constitutional rights as you travel around this great country of ours. Don't give your freedom and submit to "Show me your papers" mentality!

• Mar. 25, 2009 - The US Collapse of 2009

I can't agree with Glenn Beck more.

• Mar. 22, 2009 - Say it Louder!

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• Mar. 16, 2009 - How to Call The Police When You're Old

I "stole" this from my friend Vicki.

HOW TO CALL THE POLICE WHEN YOU'RE OLD

George Phillips of Meridian , Mississippi was going up to bed, when his wife told him that he'd left the light on in the garden shed, which she could see from the bedroom window.

George opened the back door to go turn off the light, but saw that there were people in the shed stealing things.

He phoned the police, who asked "Is someone in your house?"

He said "No."
Then they said "All patrols were busy. You should lock your doors and an officer will be along when one is available."

George said, "Okay" He hung up the phone and counted to 30.
Then he phoned the police again.

"Hello, I just called you a few seconds ago because there were people stealing things from my shed. Well, you don't have to worry about them now because I just shot them." and hung up.

Within five minutes, six Police Cars, a SWAT Team, a Helicopter, two Fire Trucks, a Paramedic, and an Ambulance showed up at the Phillips' residence, and caught the burglars red-handed.

One of the Policemen said to George, "I thought you said that you shot them!"

George said, "I thought you said there was nobody available!"

Don't mess with old people!

• Feb. 24, 2009 - Explaining the Stimulus

I found this over at "Preparing For Tyranny".

NOW, IT'S PERFECTLY CLEAR TO ME!

Shortly after class, an economics student approaches his economics professor and says, "I don't understand this stimulus bill. Can you explain it to me?"

The professor replied, "I don't have any time to explain it at my office, but if you come over to my house on Saturday and help me with my weekend project, I'll be glad to explain it to you." The student agreed.

At the agreed-upon time, the student showed up at the professor's house. The professor stated that the weekend project involved his backyard pool.

They both went out back to the pool, and the professor handed the student a bucket. Demonstrating with his own bucket, the professor said, "First, go over to the deep end, and fill your bucket with as much water as you can." The student did as he was instructed.

The professor then continued, "Follow me over to the shallow end, and then dump all the water from your bucket into it." The student was naturally confused, but did as he was told.

The professor then explained they were going to do this many more times, and began walking back to the deep end of the pool.

The confused student asked, "Excuse me, but why are we doing this?"

The professor matter-of-factly stated that he was trying to make the shallow end much deeper.

The student didn't think the economics professor was serious, but figured that he would find out the real story soon enough.

However, after the 6th trip between the shallow end and the deep end, the student began to become worried that his economics professor had gone mad. The student finally replied, "All we're doing is wasting time and effort. Even worse, when this process is all over, everything will be at the same level it was before, so all you'll really have accomplished is the loss of what could have been truly productive action!"

The professor put down his bucket and replied with a smile, "Congratulations. You now understand the stimulus bill."

• Feb. 14, 2009 - CPSIA- Illegal Books

The Headmistress at the Common Room and others have been highlighting books that are now illegal to buy, sell and trade due to the insane CPSIA law that went into effect on Feb. 10th. I will be joining their efforts to showcase the great loss of American culture and history that this law demands. Please join us in calling Washington and demanding that this law be changed. The information is available here.

From my collection:

Corn-Belt Billy by Mabel Leigh Hunt illustrated by Kurt Weise.

Wee Willow Whistle by Kay Avery, illustrated by Winifred Bromhall

Hilda Boswell's Treasury of Children's Stories

Mable Pyne's The Little History of the United States

Raggedy Ann and Andy and the Camel with the Wrinkled Knees by Johnny Gruelle

The Little Lost Angel by Janet Field Heath illustrated by Janey Laura Scott

Each of these lovely books is now illegal to buy, sell, trade or even give away under the CPSIA. How very un-American! Let us not stand still and accept this overstepping government. Make the calls!

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• Feb. 5, 2009 - Too funny!

Michelle Malkin linked to this today. It's funny!

• Jan. 10, 2009 - CPSIA

I have hesitated to write about this lunacy because at first, I simply didn't believe it. I mean, really.... It makes no sense at all. I kept going to snopes to see where this crazy Internet rumor began. Sadly, it is not a rumor; it was signed into law back in August. I am not going to rehash all that's already been written on this topic, but will direct your attention to one of the best sources to information I have found: The Common Room. The link is not to the homepage, but to the CPSIA catagory. Make sure read the entries farther down to see what happened on previous days.

To borrow a section from her enrty on Jan. 9th, :

What can you do?
Write your Congress critters. Be forewarned that every one of them who was in office in 2007 voted for this bill, except Ron Paul. They are very proud of it and think they did a wonderful thing. They typically have been responding with form letters that completely ignore the substance of the complaint letters they've received. In fact, they probably do not see your letters at all, their aides do. So you need to be prepared to write twice, or word your first letter in such a way to make it clear you will not be fobbed off by a form letter which ignores your concerns about small cottage businesses, books, and resale shops.
Find your Congressperson here.
Find your Senator here.

Write Cheryl Falvey, General Counsel of the USPSC

Write to the CPSC here.

Sign a petition.

Respond to the CPSC Request for Comments (deadline, January 30)

Respond to their request that those who make and sell children's products send them a list of products they use that are inherently lead-free so they should be exempt.

Email them at Sec101Determinations@cpsc.gov, telling them what products should be exempt and why.

Write letters to the editor.

Email your friends.

Blog about it.

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• Dec. 30, 2008 - Congratulations, Levi and Bristol

As always, the Headmistress over at The Common Room, says what needs to be said in the most succinct and well written way. Congratulations to you, Levi and Bristol, and enjoy little Tripp. He will be a toddler before you know it!

• Dec. 18, 2008 - The Stowers

Many of you won't have heard about this, since it isn't being covered in the mainstream media, but earlier this month, a sweet homeschooling family of ten was terrorized in their home by Ohio State officials. It's been covered here and here and here and here.

Isn't this the land of the free and the home of the brave? Do we not have the right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure? (see Article the Sixth) THEY TOOK THESE FOLKS PERSONAL FOOD SUPPLY! How many people can afford to go and buy a replacement years supply of food for ten people? What does a personal food supply have to do with a licensing issue anyway? The One hasn't even been inaugurated yet.

In this video, the Stowers describe what happened the day the government came.

Let me point you to Exhibit A in the evidence-of-public-interest department: It is a petition I launched Friday to all controlling legal authorities – Congress, Supreme Court, Federal Elections Commission, Electoral College, etc. – urging scrutiny of the original birth certificate and release of facsimile to the public.

This is from WorldNet Daily and Jeff Bettendorf.

Insufficient public interest?

WND © 2008

Another lawsuit attempting to obtain a copy of Barack Obama’s Hawaiian birth certificate was thrown out Friday by a judge who said there was “insufficient evidence to indicate that the public interest supports” the document’s release.

Judge Bert Ayabe upheld arguments from Republican Gov. Linda Lingle’s office, which, inexplicably, has fought tooth and nail to protect the birth certificate from public scrutiny even though it remains the key to establishing whether the man elected to be the next president is actually eligible under the Constitution.

Ayabe ruled that Andy Martin, the man who filed the suit, did not have standing under state law because he did “not have a direct and tangible interest in the vital statistic records being sought, namely the birth certificate of President Obama.”

Yes, you read that right. The judge in the case not only denied the motion, he also elevated Obama to the presidency before the Electoral College votes and before the Inauguration takes place Jan. 20. Is it any wonder he didn’t understand the constitutional issues at stake?

But it is that other excuse for not releasing the document that really has me bugged – “insufficient evidence to indicate that the public interest supports” the release.

Within 24 hours, 24,000 people had signed up.

Within 48 hours, 48,000 people had signed up.

Do you see a pattern here?

It appears to me that about 1,000 people per hour are signing this petition. I would say that is evidence indicating public interest, wouldn’t you?

I tell you this because there are other judges who will be ruling in the days ahead. Even the U.S. Supreme Court is going to review this issue soon. That’s why it is imperative that the public makes its voice heard.

You now have that opportunity on this petition.

I urge you to e-mail it to all your friends.

Do you know people concerned about this birth-certificate issue?

Do you know Americans who still care about little matters like constitutional eligibility for presidents?

Do you know others who will put their names to this petition and pass it along?

Then put your name to it and e-mail it to your entire Christmas card list.

I’m not asking you to march in the streets of Washington.

I’m not asking you to send money for a courtroom battle.

I’m not asking you to write to your congressman.

I’m asking you to take about 90 seconds to put your name and e-mail address on the petition and send it to others.

I believe it can make a profound difference.

At the current rate, before the end of December, we’ll have 1 million signed up on this petition. We can get there faster if you can help me circulate it beyond WND readers.

I would think a petition of 1 million names would be sufficient evidence of public interest for nearly any judge.

Keep in mind, this has been achieved with no coverage outside WND. If we get some help from talk radio and some of my eminent colleagues in the news media, who knows where it can go.

But they’ll take notice more quickly if you get involved. I need this miracle petition to continue to grow at the current pace or faster. Can you help me?

Show them you are watching. Show them you are awake. Show them you do care. Show them you read the Constitution. Show them this is still America, the land of the free, the home of the brave, where the rule of law reigns supreme and the will of the people prevails. Sign the petition.

Spread the word.

• Nov. 6, 2008 - Imagine.....

Just imagine if this was your child...

Here's the contact information you'll need to write a protest letter:

State Superintendent of Public Instruction:

June St. Clair Atkinson
Office of the State Superintendent
NC Education Building
6301 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6301
919.807.3430
jatkinson@dpi.state.nc.us

I found this at Michelle Malkin's blog.

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• Oct. 31, 2008 - Scary....