As I watched the live stream yesterday, which was in and out all day, I saw several people come in and speak to the crowds. It raises a great deal of concern.
Dr. Cornel West, who is "Popular Marxist intellectual; describes himself as a “prophet”, Highly paid campus speaker and professor at Princeton, Friend of Louis Farrakhan, Political advisor to Al Sharpton, Views America as a nation thoroughly infested with white racism" Read more here. You can watch his interview with CNN while at "Occupy Wall Street" here.
Francis Fox Piven, which I have written about before, also spoke. To refresh memory of who she is: "Co-creator of the so-called Cloward-Piven Strategy, Seeks to foment economic crises, which can then be exploited for purposes of transformational social change, Has been a guest speaker at numerous Socialist Scholars Conferences, Admirer of Karl Marx, Views violent rioting as an effective and desirable means of agitating for social change" Read more about her here. See the video of her speech to the protestors here.
Now these two are not a good combination. When people that are Marxist, Socialist, and Communist are coming to support a group of protesters, this presents a problem for the rest of us. Question is, with all these groups coming together, how will this end. It is my opinion it won't be good if they continue.
Then you have Van Jones. Who, "Became a Communist in the aftermath of the 1992 "Rodney King riots" in Los Angeles, Founded the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights in 1996, Was active in the anti-Iraq War demonstrations organized by International ANSWER, Served as a board member of the Rainforest Action Network and Free Press, In March 2009, President Barack Obama named Jones to be his so-called “Green Jobs Czar.”, Resigned in early September 2009" Read more on Van Jones here.
As I have said before and I will say again, educate yourself on these people and what is going on in this country. If we leave it up to people like Van Jones, Cornel West, and Francis Fox Piven, those of us who believe in the Constitution, which is being destroyed daily, will have a New Constitution that will take away many of our rights and opportunities.
The events that are happening on Wall Street is spreading. We need to prepare ourselves for what may come and pray for it not to erupt into an "Arab Spring" here in this country. The elections next year are critical to our future. Educate yourself on the canidates and VOTE for the one you feel is best for our country.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Occupy Wall Street
Last night as I watched the live stream, Michael Moore, the liberal documentary filmmaker, dropped by to speak with the protesters. I found it interesting that the protesters claim to be the 99% (those that aren't "rich"), but, yet they cheered for Michael Moore. He IS part of the 1%. Michael Moore is against Capitalism, but, yet he made his money because of Capitalism.
Today as I watched the protesters, it became really interesting on who stopped by to support them. Susan Sarandon, the actress, is also one of the 1%, Again they cheered. "Sarandon was a member and financial supporter of Not In Our Name (NION), the Revolutionary Communist Party-led project whose "Statement of Conscience" condemned not only the Bush administration's "stark new measures of repression," but also its "unjust, immoral, illegitimate, [and] openly imperial policy towards the world." According to NION, it was the American government -- and not that of any other nation -- which posed the most "grave dangers to the people of the world."
Sarandon was also an endorser of World Can't Wait (WCW), the Revolutionary Communist Party-led group that sought to organize "people living in the United States to take responsibility to stop the whole disastrous course led by the Bush administration." Other celebrity endorsers of WCW included Harry Belafonte, Gloria Steinem, Martin Sheen, Jane Fonda, Gore Vidal, Sean Penn, and Howard Zinn." Find out more here.
Today members of the protesters were interviewed by Amy Goodman. "Amy Goodman is co-host of Democracy Now!, a weekday newscast that can be heard on more than 225 radio stations in the U.S. and Canada and on the shortwave station Radio for Peace International."
"Goodman is a hardcore radical who detests both of the established major U.S. political parties. She perceives the politicians of both parties, as well as the dominant liberal media, as corrupted and controlled by a corporate ruling class, and from this perspective attacks them all (albeit from a place on the political spectrum much closer to leftwing Democrats than to Republicans). Because she commonly condemns the allegedly hidden capitalist conspiracies that rule Americans, Goodman is a very attractive figure to the far left." Find out more here.
I think I am pretty sure what all this "support" is all about. I think things are going to be getting more and more interesting each day. It will be interesting to see who shows up next. What other 1% will show up?
Michael Moore, Susan Sarandon, and Amy Goodman all have this great country to thank for what they have accomplished. They are the 1% that these protesters are against. I get it. I have little doubt on how this is going to turn out. These events, like Occupy Wall Street are beginning to pop up all over our country. It is already happening in Chicago.
Today as I watched the protesters, it became really interesting on who stopped by to support them. Susan Sarandon, the actress, is also one of the 1%, Again they cheered. "Sarandon was a member and financial supporter of Not In Our Name (NION), the Revolutionary Communist Party-led project whose "Statement of Conscience" condemned not only the Bush administration's "stark new measures of repression," but also its "unjust, immoral, illegitimate, [and] openly imperial policy towards the world." According to NION, it was the American government -- and not that of any other nation -- which posed the most "grave dangers to the people of the world."
Sarandon was also an endorser of World Can't Wait (WCW), the Revolutionary Communist Party-led group that sought to organize "people living in the United States to take responsibility to stop the whole disastrous course led by the Bush administration." Other celebrity endorsers of WCW included Harry Belafonte, Gloria Steinem, Martin Sheen, Jane Fonda, Gore Vidal, Sean Penn, and Howard Zinn." Find out more here.
Today members of the protesters were interviewed by Amy Goodman. "Amy Goodman is co-host of Democracy Now!, a weekday newscast that can be heard on more than 225 radio stations in the U.S. and Canada and on the shortwave station Radio for Peace International."
"Goodman is a hardcore radical who detests both of the established major U.S. political parties. She perceives the politicians of both parties, as well as the dominant liberal media, as corrupted and controlled by a corporate ruling class, and from this perspective attacks them all (albeit from a place on the political spectrum much closer to leftwing Democrats than to Republicans). Because she commonly condemns the allegedly hidden capitalist conspiracies that rule Americans, Goodman is a very attractive figure to the far left." Find out more here.
I think I am pretty sure what all this "support" is all about. I think things are going to be getting more and more interesting each day. It will be interesting to see who shows up next. What other 1% will show up?
Michael Moore, Susan Sarandon, and Amy Goodman all have this great country to thank for what they have accomplished. They are the 1% that these protesters are against. I get it. I have little doubt on how this is going to turn out. These events, like Occupy Wall Street are beginning to pop up all over our country. It is already happening in Chicago.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Thoughts on the Day of Rage
I've been watching the live feed, for several days trying to figure out exactly what they stand for. I read many of the comments on chat and the post that people made about "revolution" was "corrected" by the moderators. The moderators would say that this is not a Revolution. I think that is interesting considering their live feed is called "Global Revolution".
On Saturday, the protesters had clashes with the Police and reportedly, there was over 80 arrests made. With the people that are involved with "Occupy Wall Street", calling for help from the Unions, and yesterday they interviewed a person from "Code Pink", I feel like their fight is not going to turn out the way they want it.
It is my opinion that they have not done their homework well enough. With "Code Pink" involved, which is a leftest group, it makes me feel more and more as though the protestors don't really realize what they have gotten themselves into. Code Pink does not have a peaceful reputation. If the Unions get involved, with their reputation of violence, things will not turn out well. The protestors have said they wanted a "peaceful protest". Don't they know what will happen with Code Pink and the Unions involvement?
I don't know if the protestors have thought things out. What type of system do they hope to have by doing the protests? Have they really thought this out? As I have been told many, many times in my life, "Be careful what you wish for."
I heard a protestor ask where the Tea Partiers are. It is real simple. The Tea Party is not a Left movement. They know what they want, they did their research. Many of the Tea Party members know what the outcome would be if the Constitution was honored, as it should be. They know what it would be like if the government were smaller and not involved with our every day life. Many of the Tea Party members know what common sense is and they know how to apply it. Most know their history.
Unfortunately, some of what these protesters want, means more government involvement, not less. They say they want their rights and freedoms restored, but, with single payer insurance, for example, this means more government involvement. They will have less rights and less freedoms.
On Saturday, the protesters had clashes with the Police and reportedly, there was over 80 arrests made. With the people that are involved with "Occupy Wall Street", calling for help from the Unions, and yesterday they interviewed a person from "Code Pink", I feel like their fight is not going to turn out the way they want it.
It is my opinion that they have not done their homework well enough. With "Code Pink" involved, which is a leftest group, it makes me feel more and more as though the protestors don't really realize what they have gotten themselves into. Code Pink does not have a peaceful reputation. If the Unions get involved, with their reputation of violence, things will not turn out well. The protestors have said they wanted a "peaceful protest". Don't they know what will happen with Code Pink and the Unions involvement?
I don't know if the protestors have thought things out. What type of system do they hope to have by doing the protests? Have they really thought this out? As I have been told many, many times in my life, "Be careful what you wish for."
I heard a protestor ask where the Tea Partiers are. It is real simple. The Tea Party is not a Left movement. They know what they want, they did their research. Many of the Tea Party members know what the outcome would be if the Constitution was honored, as it should be. They know what it would be like if the government were smaller and not involved with our every day life. Many of the Tea Party members know what common sense is and they know how to apply it. Most know their history.
Unfortunately, some of what these protesters want, means more government involvement, not less. They say they want their rights and freedoms restored, but, with single payer insurance, for example, this means more government involvement. They will have less rights and less freedoms.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Obama's love for the Unions
I have written before about the connection between Obama and the Unions. I am sure there are some good things that come out of being a member of the Union, and I am sure that some Union members are decent people. I want to take a closer look at the Unions. Let's take a look at how Obama is putting the Unions ahead of the non-union workers.
According to this article, "I’m sure there are sophisticated arguments for why the UAW members shouldn’t pay back the taxpayers who bailed their employer out of bankruptcy before they negotiate a deal that gives them each a $5,000 bonus. I just can’t think of them right now."
According to this article, "Most city workers spend decades in public service to build up modest pensions. But for former labor leader Dennis Gannon, the keys to securing a public pension were one day on the city payroll and some help from the Daley administration.
And his city pension is more than modest. It's the highest of any retired union leader: $158,000. That's roughly five times greater than what the typical retired city worker receives.
In fact, his pension is so high that it exceeds federal limits and required the city pension fund to file special paperwork with the Internal Revenue Service to give it to him."
According to this article, "Collective bargaining agreements with seven labor organizations require the city to pay union officers and provide members with thousands of additional hours to conduct union business instead of doing their government jobs.
The total cost to Phoenix taxpayers is about $3.7 million per year, based on payroll records supplied by the city. In all, more than 73,000 hours of annual release time for city workers to conduct union business at taxpayers’ expense are permitted in the agreements."
Lastly, according to this article, "Taxpayers across the nation are spending millions of dollars to pay the salaries and benefits of government employees to work exclusively for labor unions, an investigation by the Arizona-based Goldwater Institute has found.
The practice is called “official time” in federal law, or “release” time in local labor agreements reviewed by the Institute. At the federal level, it cost taxpayers more than $129 million in 2009, the last year for which figures are available, according to a report from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management."
Now personally, if I were a Union member, I would not like my money going into the Union Bosses pockets. The Unions are suppose to help workers, not to fatten their wallets. I have to wonder if the Union members realize that every time they get a better "contract" for their work that not only do the non - union member have to pay for it, but, so do they. Every time the Unions negotiate a contract, the new benefits they receive, they are paying for it as well as everyone else. It just doesn't make sense to me, that union members have to pay more out in taxes or whatever the government wants to call it, in order for them to have better pay or benefits. Is it really worth it, when you see the bosses of the Unions making as much money as they are and everyone is paying their salaries?
According to this article, "I’m sure there are sophisticated arguments for why the UAW members shouldn’t pay back the taxpayers who bailed their employer out of bankruptcy before they negotiate a deal that gives them each a $5,000 bonus. I just can’t think of them right now."
According to this article, "Most city workers spend decades in public service to build up modest pensions. But for former labor leader Dennis Gannon, the keys to securing a public pension were one day on the city payroll and some help from the Daley administration.
And his city pension is more than modest. It's the highest of any retired union leader: $158,000. That's roughly five times greater than what the typical retired city worker receives.
In fact, his pension is so high that it exceeds federal limits and required the city pension fund to file special paperwork with the Internal Revenue Service to give it to him."
According to this article, "Collective bargaining agreements with seven labor organizations require the city to pay union officers and provide members with thousands of additional hours to conduct union business instead of doing their government jobs.
The total cost to Phoenix taxpayers is about $3.7 million per year, based on payroll records supplied by the city. In all, more than 73,000 hours of annual release time for city workers to conduct union business at taxpayers’ expense are permitted in the agreements."
Lastly, according to this article, "Taxpayers across the nation are spending millions of dollars to pay the salaries and benefits of government employees to work exclusively for labor unions, an investigation by the Arizona-based Goldwater Institute has found.
The practice is called “official time” in federal law, or “release” time in local labor agreements reviewed by the Institute. At the federal level, it cost taxpayers more than $129 million in 2009, the last year for which figures are available, according to a report from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management."
Now personally, if I were a Union member, I would not like my money going into the Union Bosses pockets. The Unions are suppose to help workers, not to fatten their wallets. I have to wonder if the Union members realize that every time they get a better "contract" for their work that not only do the non - union member have to pay for it, but, so do they. Every time the Unions negotiate a contract, the new benefits they receive, they are paying for it as well as everyone else. It just doesn't make sense to me, that union members have to pay more out in taxes or whatever the government wants to call it, in order for them to have better pay or benefits. Is it really worth it, when you see the bosses of the Unions making as much money as they are and everyone is paying their salaries?
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Obamagate
More and more stories are coming out, almost daily, about "investments" that Obama made on behalf of the American people. As more and more comes to light, it shows that Obama has not left the Chicago style politics behind.
Solyndra, a solar panel company has many ties with Obama. According to this article, posted by the Daily Caller back in September 2011, "Tulsa billionaire George Kaiser, a key Obama backer who raised between $50,000 and $100,000 for the president’s election campaign, is one of Solyndra’s primary investors. Kaiser himself donated $53,500 to Obama’s 2008 election campaign, split between the DSCC and Obama For America. Kaiser also made several visits to the White House and appeared at some White House events next to Obama officials.
Solyndra, a solar panel company has many ties with Obama. According to this article, posted by the Daily Caller back in September 2011, "Tulsa billionaire George Kaiser, a key Obama backer who raised between $50,000 and $100,000 for the president’s election campaign, is one of Solyndra’s primary investors. Kaiser himself donated $53,500 to Obama’s 2008 election campaign, split between the DSCC and Obama For America. Kaiser also made several visits to the White House and appeared at some White House events next to Obama officials.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Day of Rage latest update
I find it interesting that it is extremely hard to find details on the Day of Rage. Yesterday, the "live feed" was down most of the day, but, reports, according to tweets were there were several arrests.
According to tweets today, there was suppose to be a meeting between the protesters and the Teamsters. Now, this is not a good thing. As I have posted before, the teamsters are looking for a fight. It will be interesting to see what happens.
The live feed is somewhat working today. According to what I have seen, there is heavy police presence. It amazes me how the live feeds work whenever someone get arrested. Of course, let's not forget about people going around yelling "Police Brutallity". I am not there, so, I don't know if there is or not. The video do not show any. That's not to say that it isn't happening.
According to the New York Observer, "Yesterday saw seven more arrests, which is more than the compiled total of the previous days. Neither was it all calm and peaceful protests, either: According to website Death and Taxes, the NYPD are being accused of using “excessive force” in tearing down the tents the groups were using to stay out of the rain." You can read more and see video here.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Guns and religion
Back in 2008, Obama made the comment "they cling to guns or religion". See the video here. No one is surprised at the attacks on religion. It has been going on since before Obama took office. I remember having bible classes and/or bible readings at peoples homes many times. Now the attacks on religion are coming into our homes. According to this article, "The City of San Juan Capistrano, California is demanding that a Christian couple purchase a permit to hold a Bible study group in their home. They’ve already been fined"
Most of us know that our Constitution is slowing but surely being shredded. Everyone has a God given right to worship in their home without government interference. There is a constant battle with the ACLU whenever it comes to Christianity. They constantly fight with the excuse of "separation of church and state." Our government is so out of touch and out of control. All they seem to see is getting more money out of us so they can spend more on what they want.
Now, also in California, "On Gov. Jerry Brown's desk is a bid to bar Californians from openly carrying firearms, legislation that could open a new front in the state's decades-old gun control debate.
The measure, aimed at an increasingly popular tactic used by 2nd Amendment activists, would make California the first state since 1987 to outlaw the controversial practice of publicly displaying a weapon." Read the article here.
According to the Second Amendment of our Constitution it states: " A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." Our right to bear Arms has been under attack for many years. Our government does not want us to have guns, so they can control us and our country better. With all the cuts that are being made by many States, police protection is being considered or has already been cut. With this in mind, WE THE PEOPLE have the right to protect ourselves, our homes, and our property.
Yes, I will cling to my bible, for it gives me comfort and guidance. I will cling to my gun in order to protect my family, myself, and my property. I do not trust our government whether it be local or Federal to guide and comfort me. I do not trust our government to protect my family, myself, or my property. Nor do I want our government to interfere with my life, especially in my own home.
I am a responsible adult, like many other adults. I know right from wrong. I was raised to respect others and to make the right decisions for myself. I am insulted every time our government think they know better than I do what I need, where I need it, when I need it, and how I need it. I am insulted that our government think we are incompetent to make our own decisions. I am insulted when our government think we don't know right from wrong.
Most of us know that our Constitution is slowing but surely being shredded. Everyone has a God given right to worship in their home without government interference. There is a constant battle with the ACLU whenever it comes to Christianity. They constantly fight with the excuse of "separation of church and state." Our government is so out of touch and out of control. All they seem to see is getting more money out of us so they can spend more on what they want.
Now, also in California, "On Gov. Jerry Brown's desk is a bid to bar Californians from openly carrying firearms, legislation that could open a new front in the state's decades-old gun control debate.
The measure, aimed at an increasingly popular tactic used by 2nd Amendment activists, would make California the first state since 1987 to outlaw the controversial practice of publicly displaying a weapon." Read the article here.
According to the Second Amendment of our Constitution it states: " A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." Our right to bear Arms has been under attack for many years. Our government does not want us to have guns, so they can control us and our country better. With all the cuts that are being made by many States, police protection is being considered or has already been cut. With this in mind, WE THE PEOPLE have the right to protect ourselves, our homes, and our property.
Yes, I will cling to my bible, for it gives me comfort and guidance. I will cling to my gun in order to protect my family, myself, and my property. I do not trust our government whether it be local or Federal to guide and comfort me. I do not trust our government to protect my family, myself, or my property. Nor do I want our government to interfere with my life, especially in my own home.
I am a responsible adult, like many other adults. I know right from wrong. I was raised to respect others and to make the right decisions for myself. I am insulted every time our government think they know better than I do what I need, where I need it, when I need it, and how I need it. I am insulted that our government think we are incompetent to make our own decisions. I am insulted when our government think we don't know right from wrong.
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