Tuesday, August 24, 2010
On Miss Universe
Did anyone really believe that Miss Mexico would not win the Miss Universe Pageant? Before it began I told my wife that Mexico would win because of the Arizona issue. I usually could care less about this pageant and did not watch it, but while channel surfing I saw its intro and as I always do, commented on it. Just thought it was funny that I was right.
On Right vs. right
Why is it that the the same people who say it was not right for Dr. Laura to say the "N" word are some of the same people who are saying that the Ground Zero Mosque should be built because of the Imam's First Amendment right.
I agree that it was not proper or right for Dr. Laura to use the "N" word as she did, but she was still exercising her First Amendment Right. She probably did the right thing by stepping down from her position because she believed what she did was not right to do, even though she had the Right to say what she said.
Now the Ground Zero Mosque. Why cant this Imam or the people backing him realize the same. Of course he has the Right to build the mosque, but it is not the right thing to do. They should do the same as Dr. Laura and step back.
They both have the Right to do these things, but they should do what is right. Dr. Laura did, lets see if the Imam does.
I believe that he won't do the right thing becuase this mosque is nothing but a trophy for Muslims, not just the so called "Radical Muslims." Saying your a Muslim without believing in Sharia Law is like saying your a Christian, but not believing that Jesus rose from the dead, and if you believe in Sharia Law, you are a "radical" (PERIOD)!
I agree that it was not proper or right for Dr. Laura to use the "N" word as she did, but she was still exercising her First Amendment Right. She probably did the right thing by stepping down from her position because she believed what she did was not right to do, even though she had the Right to say what she said.
Now the Ground Zero Mosque. Why cant this Imam or the people backing him realize the same. Of course he has the Right to build the mosque, but it is not the right thing to do. They should do the same as Dr. Laura and step back.
They both have the Right to do these things, but they should do what is right. Dr. Laura did, lets see if the Imam does.
I believe that he won't do the right thing becuase this mosque is nothing but a trophy for Muslims, not just the so called "Radical Muslims." Saying your a Muslim without believing in Sharia Law is like saying your a Christian, but not believing that Jesus rose from the dead, and if you believe in Sharia Law, you are a "radical" (PERIOD)!
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
On "A Country of Immigrants"
This is kind of all over the place so be patient.
I am so tired of hearing talking heads saying that we are a "nation of immigrants." Both sides always appear to agree with this statement.
This country was started by Immigrants along with just about every other nation on the globe.
If I am an immigrant, then would someone tell me from where I immigrated from. I was born here, my mother and father were born here and my maternal and paternal grandparents were born here.
For some reason everyone during an immigration debate always bows down to the "nation of immigrants" statement, instead of asking the person they are debating, how many generations does it take to not be considered an immigrant.
This country is here for people of all races and religions to assimilate. If this country was founded by any other faith other than the Christian faith, there would not be any other religion allowed. If anyone can just come here at any time, dragging their culture and language with them, then we will have nothing but Chaos.
Years ago, people used to come to this country and integrate into it and become an American instead of coming here illegally and trying to change my country to suit them.
President Obama said that being an American Citizen is not about being born here, but it is a thing of faith. HUH?
We do not need to have another "path to citizenship." This to the Left just means amnesty. We already have a path to citizenship. It should be pretty simple, if your here illegally, no benefits, NONE. Go home! Then get in line.
I'm not sorry that I was born here, I truly thank God for it every day and know that I am very fortunate to have been born here. With that being said, I know the reason others want to come here, but it HAS to be done legally for this country to continue to exist. I can not just go into someones house just because it is larger and more extravagant than mine. I have to get permission.
I know this little rant of mine is not going to go anywhere, but I do feel a little better typing it.
I am so tired of hearing talking heads saying that we are a "nation of immigrants." Both sides always appear to agree with this statement.
This country was started by Immigrants along with just about every other nation on the globe.
If I am an immigrant, then would someone tell me from where I immigrated from. I was born here, my mother and father were born here and my maternal and paternal grandparents were born here.
For some reason everyone during an immigration debate always bows down to the "nation of immigrants" statement, instead of asking the person they are debating, how many generations does it take to not be considered an immigrant.
This country is here for people of all races and religions to assimilate. If this country was founded by any other faith other than the Christian faith, there would not be any other religion allowed. If anyone can just come here at any time, dragging their culture and language with them, then we will have nothing but Chaos.
Years ago, people used to come to this country and integrate into it and become an American instead of coming here illegally and trying to change my country to suit them.
President Obama said that being an American Citizen is not about being born here, but it is a thing of faith. HUH?
We do not need to have another "path to citizenship." This to the Left just means amnesty. We already have a path to citizenship. It should be pretty simple, if your here illegally, no benefits, NONE. Go home! Then get in line.
I'm not sorry that I was born here, I truly thank God for it every day and know that I am very fortunate to have been born here. With that being said, I know the reason others want to come here, but it HAS to be done legally for this country to continue to exist. I can not just go into someones house just because it is larger and more extravagant than mine. I have to get permission.
I know this little rant of mine is not going to go anywhere, but I do feel a little better typing it.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
On another Obama Speech
Blah Blah Blah. Health Care. Not going to stop. Its George Bush's fault. I'm tough, thick skinned and can take it. Change. Transparency. His inheritance of the worst financial crisis since Moby Dick was a minnow. Green jobs. Green Energy. Green, green, green. Did I mention that it is George Bush's fault.
How about a little change!
How about a little change!
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
On My Birth Party
Growing up in a small community, you are kind of born into a political party. I was born into a strong, conservative, political family. My grandfather was a prominent local politician, my mother worked for a prominent state politician. So, when I was younger, if I was asked what I am politically, I would espouse my birth party, never really thinking twice about it.
At eighteen years old, wanting to escape the small town, I moved to the west coast with my keen political knowledge and began my life.
One day (about twenty-five years ago), I was debating with a colleague on political issues of the day. I don’t remember the issue now, but remember I was losing badly and was getting frustrated. My colleague simply said, “David, I don’t care who you vote for, but just do me a favor. Know who you vote for and why.” Then he turned and walked out of the room. Now my bean was steamed and I was going to show him.
I began researching for the first time, the issues and the candidates that I and my family have always supported. I compared their ideals with my own.
It did not take me long to realize that I and my family have been supporting candidates and issued that were completely contrary to my core beliefs.
I have since moved back to a small town and though it seems to be a little better, it is still pretty much the same.
It seems as if people vote for the party more than they vote for their core beliefs and that is dangerous.
I do not know anybody who says or will admit they are liberal, but know many people who vote for liberals because of their birth party and failure to research on their own. Maybe it is due to lack of time or interest, but whatever it is, it will eventually erode the small town ideals and lifestyle we who live here enjoy. Here we still have Community Easter and Christmas programs on the courthouse lawn. Children still sing Christmas Carol’s (yes about the birth of Christ) at the school Christmas programs and there are people and some politicians who are eager to quash that as soon as possible. Unfortunately so many people I know, who enjoy this lifestyle blindly vote for the people wanting to do this.
I know this happens everywhere, not just in small towns, but this is my experience, not yours.
At eighteen years old, wanting to escape the small town, I moved to the west coast with my keen political knowledge and began my life.
One day (about twenty-five years ago), I was debating with a colleague on political issues of the day. I don’t remember the issue now, but remember I was losing badly and was getting frustrated. My colleague simply said, “David, I don’t care who you vote for, but just do me a favor. Know who you vote for and why.” Then he turned and walked out of the room. Now my bean was steamed and I was going to show him.
I began researching for the first time, the issues and the candidates that I and my family have always supported. I compared their ideals with my own.
It did not take me long to realize that I and my family have been supporting candidates and issued that were completely contrary to my core beliefs.
I have since moved back to a small town and though it seems to be a little better, it is still pretty much the same.
It seems as if people vote for the party more than they vote for their core beliefs and that is dangerous.
I do not know anybody who says or will admit they are liberal, but know many people who vote for liberals because of their birth party and failure to research on their own. Maybe it is due to lack of time or interest, but whatever it is, it will eventually erode the small town ideals and lifestyle we who live here enjoy. Here we still have Community Easter and Christmas programs on the courthouse lawn. Children still sing Christmas Carol’s (yes about the birth of Christ) at the school Christmas programs and there are people and some politicians who are eager to quash that as soon as possible. Unfortunately so many people I know, who enjoy this lifestyle blindly vote for the people wanting to do this.
I know this happens everywhere, not just in small towns, but this is my experience, not yours.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
On our little kings
My kids think I am going crazy because I am always (as they say) "talking to the television."
Unfortunately it is the closest I will get in gaining the attention of my Senators, Dick Durbin and Roland Burris of what I want. By the way, I still can't believe Burris has the word "Senator" before his name. These two little wanna be kings only represent Chicago, which gives me no real voice in our Senate. It is a waste of time contacting them because they are going to do what they want, knowing they are a shoe in because of Chicago.
I am tired of these two power hungry employees of mine, treating me like they are my employer. They work for me, even though I didn't hire them. Unfortunately, I have no power to fire these out of control employees.
I write them, email them and do not vote for them to no avail.
I guess I should just feel secure knowing that they know what is best for me and my family.
Unfortunately it is the closest I will get in gaining the attention of my Senators, Dick Durbin and Roland Burris of what I want. By the way, I still can't believe Burris has the word "Senator" before his name. These two little wanna be kings only represent Chicago, which gives me no real voice in our Senate. It is a waste of time contacting them because they are going to do what they want, knowing they are a shoe in because of Chicago.
I am tired of these two power hungry employees of mine, treating me like they are my employer. They work for me, even though I didn't hire them. Unfortunately, I have no power to fire these out of control employees.
I write them, email them and do not vote for them to no avail.
I guess I should just feel secure knowing that they know what is best for me and my family.
Friday, January 22, 2010
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