Isn't it Obvious?!

How Embarrassing....

2007-05-07T09:37:00.000-07:00

I cannot believe that it has come to this, 'Poppy quarter' behind spy coin alert . I mean seriously? Are we that chicken shit? I really think this country has issues but blames it on the instability of regions in the world that "HATE" America. I can't possibly see why any country would hate us... we just want to help.. PFFFT! Whatever. I think America is too busy trying to play world cop in the name of God. That will only cause grief and further hatred for the US of A.

I can understand needing a military, but to protect us, not to use as pawns in a chess game or the old popular game, RISK... Hmmm, ironic title for a game where you invade countries. I think our militaries would do best to protect us from within our boders, not invading countries because they do not believe what we believe or they have oil the US thinks it needs to survive.

Stop letting the the White House illegally use their power! Bring back the democracy, By the People, For the People Get it through your thick skulls!

One more thing, Rage against the machine was a politcal band years back, but many of their songs hold true today, if not more so. One song that comes to mind is Take the Power Back (Lyrics)

Its not easy being "GREEN"

2007-05-04T06:30:00.000-07:00

The further ignorance of Mr.Rove, is expressed in this article.

http://stopglobalwarming.msn.com/article.aspx?&cp-documentid=4774969

Now granted, I am not all in favor of the drastic measures that Ms. Crow and Ms. David propose. But some of the points are relevant.

I have been doing a lot of looking around lately. Mostly directed towards the land we live in. Not the world but this country. I have seen reports of Mass killings and attempted mass killings. Lots of finger pointing blaming others for problems that could have been easily well... maybe not easily, but avoided. I have seen where thousands have marched for immagration reform. People getting fired for expressing themselves in a way that is dictated in contract form.

Take the Imus thing.. what he said was bad. I readily admit that. Is it anyworse then some Music group to say the exact same thing or worse? Was it because he was white and talking about a predominately black team. What would have been done if he were black , or they mostly a white team ? Again im not saying it was right, but how far do you take it?

There are a lot of things wrong with this country. Why shouldnt we start here first. Fix ourselves, then if we can help others. We have tons of homeless and disadvantaged here in the US. Our test scores are falling, our standing as a country is falling. We are losing world respect daily.

Imgaine this... What would the country be like if we took half the troops that are fighting in the middle east. Have the army corps of engineers fix New Orleans, rebuild the levies and move on to the other coastal cites that have been damaged. Revisit our coastal cities, rebuilding or strengthing so this type of travesty could not do as much damage.

Why not concentrate on building up our industries. Create more jobs, instill a little more pride in our country. Is it that we have so many people that think some jobs are below them? That the pay is not enough to get them by? Here is my situation.. My wife and I are looking at trying to find her a job. I work mostly out of state and make a good living. Finding her a job is proving to be quite difficult. Since we have a daughter that's not school age, she can not work all shifts. She has not finished college so her options are limited there. Also if you take in account that we live in the country and have to drive at least 30 mins to get to a job, the options again are limited. To take care of daycare.. I can't believe it costs that much... and gas to and from work. you need to find a job that's over 10$ an hour. Try finding one that will work shifts from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and give you that to start out with. Its near impossible. I've looked... So increase jobs, increase support for our familes. Work for America, not some country that doesn't even want us there to start with.

Sorry this was long, but there's a lot on my mind..

DJ

Rudy Giuliani exploiting fear for power and personal gain

2007-04-30T10:17:00.000-07:00

Very powerful message. Something we were warned about 74 years ago...

http://www.truthout.org/docs_2006/042607B.shtml

Get our Military Out of there, Impeach the President, let them have it back!

2007-04-11T11:35:00.000-07:00

"Divide and rule. A new counter-insurgency strategy to carve up the city into sealed areas. The tactic failed in Vietnam. So what chance does it have in Iraq?"

I think I saw this in a movie. Pretty good movie, probably based on the failures of failures! It was called District B-13, read this article and see the movie, think about the concept and you will see what I mean.

I would rather a man or woman use his/her power and status to attract those that wish to have sex or are bought to do so, really only a moral issue and a need to answer to the Almighty one upstairs, than to use it to ruin the lives of hard working citizens in any country the US government has our military invade to only benefit their pocket, future, and their friends. Those of us that sit around and just through life expecting whatever we expect, whether it be a job, safety, security, happiness, etc.... It is time for all of us to realize that if you want any of those things you must get it yourself! This is a free coutry and yes you have the right to be a lazy bastard and blame someone else. But don't start bitching when you sat there on your ass and watched it happen and all of a sudden you have a problem because you are NOW directly affected.

The only one we can trust our freedom, safety and security with is God! Once we understand that Life gets better.

Sorry to get all religious but I have gone to God for things and got them, I have shunned Him and He has shown me what that is like as well.

Let's do the right thing, for ourselves and God!

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Pentagon to bar Gitmo Hearings coverage

2007-03-07T07:47:00.000-08:00

No reporters to be allowed at tribunals for suspects moved from CIA prisons

All in the name of "National Security?" I'd say they screwed that up a long time ago! Which is why we are one of the world's least trusted and most hated countries.

I'd say they have more to hide than specifics about our security measures.

For instance, Bush has said, "the CIA program “has been, and remains, one of the most vital tools in our war against the terrorists.”"

Why? probably because the "oh so popular" US government has allowed this agency to have free reign and do anything and everything under the radar, in the name of national security. Assassinations, which by the war are illegal last time I checked, another name for it is murder. I believe we have laws against it and it is also one of the 10 Commandments, yet we use terms like, war and national security, to justify it.

If people had the integrity to stay within the statutes of the laws put in place to protect us all. Maybe they would not have anything to hide.

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Laws that cut at the core of American democracy have been implemented without public debate...

2007-03-06T08:06:00.000-08:00

Benjamin Franklin said, "Those who would give up Essential Liberty to purchase a little Temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety."

Very much reminds me of what is going on today. The administration is making wrong decisions with the power that we gave them. We must take it back! While their actions and words make them look like complete idiots, America has allowed them to continue to make decisions for Americans, while we are the ones who suffer. They will still get their paychecks, personal security for their families, still be called President whether they deserve the title or not, while the rest suffer for the laws and ideals they have put in place. We MUST hold them accountable!!!

One argument I hear is "But Bush reads the Bible!!!" Really? have you seen him, are there photos? those are easily staged... But guess what?? Convicted murderers, drug dealers, and rapists also read the bible on a daily basis, in hopes that it will make them look good and can get out on faking remorse and for good behavior. Not saying that everyone of them do it, there are some that are actually remorseful of what they have done to another human being and look to God for forgiveness. But that does not change the fact that they are still criminals.

in the article We Have Met the Enemy and He Is Us By Dr. Wilmer J. Leon III, he says, "Natural law states that people possess the God-given or natural right to govern themselves, as opposed to the earlier concept of divine justification of a king or monarch. Social contract theory is the idea that people in a civilized society consent to be governed by a set of standards and elect representatives in order to protect these natural rights. Most importantly, as stated in the Declaration of Independence, "... That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government ..." In other words, the People must always hold their elected representatives accountable for their actions."

God gave us the ability to change our minds, to admit we made a mistake, to pray for forgiveness, and the chance to make things right (called time). Stop thinking about yourself and think about the future of our children worldwide!

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Power of the West

2007-03-05T11:42:00.000-08:00

The west has always thrown its weight and power around and done what it wishes. The facts are all there about this family, and what harm will it do to help them? We keep getting chances to show compassion yet we continue to look like a nation of hypocrites and assholes! congratulations, onece again you have succeeded. IF this is the most secure nation we should be able to put them on a watch list and help them, rather than torture them for being in a bad situation, wanting to better their lives and be persecuted further by not only their own country but US and Canada as well! These situations are building blocks of hatred for the US and the western world!

We allow thousands of mexican, Puerto Rican, and Haitian immigrants, both legally and illegally into this country every day! But since we are most likely gonna be at war with Iran cause nobody wants to do the right thing and Impeach a couple of criminals because it might make America look bad... Don't we look bad enough? Could it get any worse?

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Just the Facts ma'am.....

2007-02-28T09:27:00.000-08:00

Keith Olberman comments on Condi's poor comparison of Hussein to Hitler, Iraq to Germany.

See the video

The Bush Administration in One Sentence

2007-02-28T06:57:00.000-08:00

This article says it all.

Well most anyhow. I think time will tell that when it's all said and done, and the dust clears, people will feel as stupid as they are for believing the lies and cover-ups. If you are offended by my statement above, then you are who I am talking about!

Whether you believe it or not....

2007-02-27T13:18:00.000-08:00

Global warming is an issue NOW, not 10, 50, or 100 years from now. By then it will be too late!! Quit making excuses and make an effort. There are som amny things that you can do that are simple and do not require a complete lifestyle change, hell you will save some money in the process using some of the ideas. For instance CFL bulbs, I saw a $30 drop in my electric bill the first month I used them!

Also Help Mr. Gore get the message to congress.

http://www.algore.com/cards.html - Send this link to 10 of your friends.

Do it for your kids, and grandkids, nieces, nephews. Quit being selfish for once in your life. =)

Articles that can educate you on the issue:

Forecast puts Earth's future under a cloud

Here too
oh wait, that wasn't the right link...but it was fun wasn't it! =)

Stop Global Warming

Notice that I did not send you to Al Gore's site. Why not? It does have a wealth of information and links to other sites with imformation but, it is because when people think of Al Gore they think of Democrat, while he is a democrat, that is not why he is pushing for change on the Global Warming Issue. It is moral not political.

About this Blog and the content within.... PLEASE READ!

2007-02-27T08:32:00.000-08:00

I know that not many people read or look for topics like this, because it is taboo to discuss or even somewhat agree with. But that is what has this country in the position it is in! Open your mind, quit letting others decide for you, what you should or should not say or believe. Read the fine print! Arm yourself with as many facts as you can and base your decision on those facts, morals, and common sense. Educate yourself on the issues that affect your future and the future of your children! You owe it to your children to do so.

Thank You.

Ex-Congressional Aide: Karl Rove Personally Received (And Ignored) Iranian Peace Offer in 2003

2007-02-27T08:17:00.000-08:00

I truly do wish that findings such as these were so difficult to find, that it was really questionable that it even happened. But, trusting is not a way to describe the American People, when day after day, and hour after hour, things like this come out. The lies and deception over and over, only to benefit America, but it doesn't truly benefit "ALL" of America.. only those involved in those lies and deceptions.

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On the Environmental Front...

2007-02-26T11:29:00.000-08:00

Huge news for the Global Warming advocates....

The TXU Corporation, the Texas energy giant that had become the whipping boy of the nation’s largest environmental groups, was in talks to be sold to a group led by Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Company and Texas Pacific Group, two large private equity firms.

Meaning that plans for the construction of 8 of 11 coal-fired power plants TXU had hoped to build are terminated. Just one of many wins!

This is a huge victory for the environmental community. It sends a clear message about the undeniable momentum in Environmental Defense's campaign, calling for federal global warming legislation.

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Army Holding Down Disability Ratings

2007-02-26T08:34:00.000-08:00

There seems to be more and more evidence of this being found and it is a disgrace. The government cannot continue to treat soldiers this way or it could get really, really, ugly!

"The numbers of people approved for permanent or temporary disability retirement in the Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force have stayed relatively stable since 2001.

But in the Army - in the midst of a war - the number of soldiers approved for permanent disability retirement has plunged by more than two-thirds, from 642 in 2001 to 209 in 2005, according to a Government Accountability Office report last year. That decline has come even as the war in Iraq has intensified and the total number of soldiers wounded or injured there has soared above 15,000. "

The numbers just do not add up! I am actively searching for non profit organizations that are helping these families and I am even taking a percentage of my income from my own business to donate to these organizations that are helping these soldiers and just as important, their families.

One such organization Fisher House, click the link to read more about their wonderful program.

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UN Calls US Data on Iran's Nuclear Aims Unreliable

2007-02-26T07:38:00.000-08:00

Should this come as a surprise to anyone? Not to me.... All of these groups are setup to protect the world from harm. IAEA, UN, etc.. But has Bush bothered to work with them yet? Instead he goes cowboy on the world, abusing his power making the world his wild, wild, west.

"Since 2002, pretty much all the intelligence that's come to us has proved to be wrong," a senior diplomat at the IAEA said. Another official here described the agency's intelligence stream as "very cold now" because "so little panned out."

Just like 99% of the intelligence about Iraq and them having WMDs. But when our military intelligence searched, they found empty rockets with no traces of chemical or bio weapons. So Guess who got caught telling a lie? Not Pinnochio, although with an obvious growing nose, those that are still backing him might get a clue!

Also, the news that four or five generals would turn in their resignation if a war with Iran were to happen would not be much of an issue for Mr. Bush, if he finds out who they are he would just replace them anyways with someone who agrees with his views. At least those generals have the choice to quit without going to prison.

A British defence source confirmed that there were deep misgivings inside the Pentagon about a military strike. "All the generals are perfectly clear that they don't have the military capacity to take Iran on in any meaningful fashion. Nobody wants to do it and it would be a matter of conscience for them.

But more and more ships are heading to the area and for what? Most likely to antagonize or push Iran into making the first move to have a reason to retaliate against them. But has it been thought about and discussed that a terrorist attack by AQ or other group(s) in the region, is highly possible to spark the war? Most likely it has been and is actually being counted on by the administration because ultimately that is what he wants to do before he leaves office.

We will impeach a president for being unfaithful to his wife, which he is not the first nor the last, just one that got caught. Yet our current president is making terrible decisions for America and elsewhere around the world, is responsible for the killing of hundreds of thousands of people because he has the authority to do what he wants with his power gets to finish out his 2nd term with only being called names, but history is written and he will go down as the worst president in history!

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More Of Cheney

2007-02-23T06:53:00.000-08:00

The Vice Presindent has been traveling the globe addressing various issues, some with praise, while other issues he rips.

"Cheney praised China for playing an “especially important” role in the negotiations that resulted in the North Korea deal, under which the North is to seal its main nuclear reactor and allow international inspections in exchange for fuel oil."

Ah yes, their favorite 3 letter word, that puts dollar signs in their eyes and control over yet another country. I understand that something must be done with the terrible things that are going on in N. Korea and other countries. We should be using our time, energy, and power to strengthen the NATO.

Cheney also talks about the frowned upon subject oh China's test and shooting a weather satellite out of space.

“Last month’s anti-satellite test, China’s continued fast-paced military buildup are less constructive and are not consistent with China’s stated goal of a peaceful rise,” he said.

Maybe his fear is that while China appears to be on American's side, secretly they are protecting themselves against us......trust much? Why should they?

On Iraq...

“Such chaos and mounting danger does not have to occur. It is, however, the enemy’s objective,” Cheney said. “For the sake of our own long-term security, we have a duty to stand in their way.”

I do not disagree with stepping in and helping people be freed from tyrannical governments. But it should go through the process, not lying to get approval, it only builds more hatred for America because we tend to do what we want and tell other countries what they can and cannot do. If it was done properly with proper support we would have more countries willing to step in and help. But instead those that have stepped in to help are unable to stand the pressure of their people, because they were most likely fed false intelligence to as proof to start the war but now are backing their soldiers out. The US Administration's response is to send more in, just one of many great ideas they are so proud to take credit for. What we all worry about most is that they actually do not see how wrong they are, but the scariest thing is to think that they really don't give a shit.

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Show your support

2007-02-21T11:02:00.000-08:00

I have added a link to the right to a site called AnySoldier.com It was started by a soldier by the name of Sergeant Brian Horn from LaPlata, Maryland, an Army Infantry Soldier with the 173rd Airborne Brigade.

You can follow the directions on the site to choose a soldier and send a package to that soldier or you can mke a donation at the bottom of the page.

I do not get anything for this referral, nor would I accept anything. I want to show that although I have my doubts about why we are in Iraq, I support the men and women in combat and in harm's way for America.

Thank You

Honor in Iraq

2007-02-21T09:23:00.000-08:00

Reading an article today that was posted on Foxnews.com has gotten my attention. Speaking from Japan, VP Cheney made the following comments:

"America will stay on the offensive on the War on Terror," he said. "The American people will not support a policy of retreat."

Define a policy of retreat! Is that just packing up camp and bringing home the troops ? Would that be having a documented plan to lessen our presence so the people of Iraq can have their country back? In my opinion this country wants our troops back in the states. Safe and secure as we can have them. They risk their lives for our freedoms and we respect them and want their safe return.

Also VP Cheney stated :

We want to complete the mission, we want to get it done right, and then we want to come home, with honor,"

What is the mission ? Is it to free a country of a tyrannical dictator and give it back to the people? Is it to find proof of weapons and the harboring of terror groups? Is it to install a form of government that our government thinks they should have? I am in no way saying that democracy is wrong, I am wondering if it should be forced on a group of people that do not want to participate in it. Can we say this is the way you should run your country now do it or we will spank you? Again in my opinion, we went over to Iraq because they had a dictator that was persecuting his people and those around him. We were also told that he had or was capable of making weapons so terrible that he needed to be stopped. Finally help them organize themselves so they can regain their country. So our troops went over, ended the dictators reign, searched for weapons, destroyed their ability to make those weapons. We trained their army and police forces and they held elections and set up a new government structure. What else is left for us to do. I think we lived up to our part in this. Now its up to Iraq to take the torch and run with it.

Honor... what does he mean by this? If the troops were recalled now leaving Iraq in the shape it is now? would they not have honor? My first thought was that if they were recalled right now would people treat them the way the Vietnam vets were treated? I think the two wars are very similar and I would hate for our country to revert to what happened 30 years ago. I might not agree with the war and the way it came about and the way it is being run. But saying that, I do support our troops 100 %. I think they have an honor and pride that I would never understand. They sacrifice themselves for our freedoms everyday. I would like to have them home so we can show them how much we respect and appreciate them and what they do for us.

One of my Passions

2007-02-21T08:11:00.000-08:00

One of my on going passions is the Assassination of JFK. With out going into too much detail about my own theories on the subject, I will just give a little background on me. I have been interested in the subject since selecting the topic for a research paper for a particular class. Though it has not consumed me to the point where it is all I live and breath. I think that it is an important event that still has ramifications today. Refer to the MIC that Chris has pointed out earlier. With Presidents Day passing and the release of new film just 90 seconds before the shots ring out, my passion again flared and I have been reviewing my notes and rereading books from every possible angle. Itsnt it amazing how this event is still sending out ripples in the water of time and effecting events today.

As this is my first post, it will be short and without links. I'll improve as I express my thoughts and get the feel for the new device to share them.

"The greater our knowledge increases the more our ignorance unfolds." John F. Kennedy

SCAM with SPAM - protect yourself from more thieves

2007-02-20T11:11:00.000-08:00

I found out from a friend about a text message his wife received on her phone. It was for a daily horoscope texted to you. Since they know that you will most likely delete it, because it is unsolicited by you, they simply use the delete of the message as an "opt-in." So at $4.99 a text minimum of 1 per day, could be as many as 4 or more, your cell phone bill is charged and are expected to pay it. This is illegal, at least it should be!! The cell company, who shall remain nameless due to giving them a chance to honor the request to have the charges removed, said that they could not promise anything but would try to have them removed. Say you send out 1000 of these messages to unsuspecting, less than average text users, you just made aproximately $5000, easily sending thousands per day!! Robbery!!! Illegal!!!

So if you get a text similar to what I described below research it and let your cell company know that if they honor the charge that you will look elsewhere for service. If it happens to me I will tell you now that if they are teaming up with crooks and letting this happen to loyal customers, I won't be paying the charges, just my basic cell bill, not a penny more.

click the link and read the print at the bottom, read the terms and conditions..You will see the "OR SELECTING THE YES OPTION WHEN YOU DOWNLOAD ANY MATERIAL FROM LoveSoulMate.net AND AFFILIATED SITES, YOU ARE INDICATING THAT YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS." It gives very specific actions to take to not be charged again. How many people are going to know that ahead of time, when they get the text and delete it without sending the STOP message? That is what they are counting on and getting rich off of unsuspecting victims! Besides, how these idiots actually know who your soulmate is? And doing this service intentionally does not show very many active brain cells on your part.

Spread the word!

Advertising, it works.....when you lie!

2007-02-20T09:06:00.000-08:00

They use the G.I Bill to recruit those individuals that cannot afford college. Even after getting the it they cannot afford college. It is a lie, just one of many, you sign a contract that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy that you won't be shipped off to war if you are in training or in college. You agree to it and are binded to it, but they are not. They can change the "binding contract" as they see fit. Speak up, you are being insubordinate and go to prison. They expect you to be truthful and respectful, but how can you be?

Court Refuses Medic's Discharge Claim
The Associated Press

Instead of forcing him to fight or place him into a military prison. Maybe he could finish out his contract helping those at Walter Reed hospital. If he is passionate about what is going on in Iraq he can do his part to help those soldiers that need it when they get back to the states! This illegal use of power has to stop, at home and abroad!

If you knew the end result, would you still do it?

2007-02-20T08:21:00.000-08:00

I applaud and thank the soldiers for their sacrifices despite how the US government/military treats you if you are injured. I understand it sort of like insurance, but you can sue an insurance company for saying one thing and not following through. The US military is wonderful until you are permanently injured and it affects you for the rest of your life. Very sad to hear story after story about the treatment of soldiers when they return from combat.

Soldiers Face Neglect, Frustration at Army's Top Medical Facility
By Dana Priest and Anne Hull
The Washington Post

If you knew this sort of thing would happen to you, things that are talked about in the above article, would you still fight for this country? I understand the whole discipline, Lord knows I could use more of it. But this is out of control!! These soldiers are better people than I am or will ever be because if I was asked to do what they do I would have to decline. Especially knowing how they are treated when they return injured.

I think this is a form of torture, the conditions at this hospital, soldiers get lost, they are doped up to forget about themselves the same way they are forgotten. Many would rather die than live that way, hopeless, alone, betrayed....I bet those at Gitmo are treated better, but they are closely monitored by the world, what about Walter Reed?

American tax dollars, well spent?

2007-02-19T10:41:00.000-08:00

A very good question. But what do we (The American People) know? We pay them, they don't pay us. We are not working for one of those "Genius Think Tanks" that they spend so much of our tax dollars to make decisions for Us. Most of the time they can't even execute a "think Tank" plan effectively. Maybe we should join the ranks and create our own think tank company? but those of us that are thinking of others and not ourselves will never get that government cash because they are in the business of what will it get them...

Instead they waste our money on War in a country where they can get away with a lot more. I mean who is going to believe a detained Iraqi that he as well as possibly thousands of others that they were abused?

Jailed Two Years, Iraqi Tells of Abuse by Americans
By Michael Moss and Souad Mekhennet
The New York Times

Instead why don't we take care of our own People? For instance, those good hard working folks down in New Orleans and other areas destroyed by Katrina?

In Setback for New Orleans, Fed-Up Residents Give Up
By Shaila Dewan
The New York Times

Truthout.org Article: US Military Tells Jack Bauer: Cut Out the Torture Scenes ... or Else!

2007-02-14T11:41:00.000-08:00

one of the top rated shows on tv... 24 is asked to cut out torture scenes

While I understand/agree we should tone down violence on television, I do not see how that will make the world a better place. Unless Bush and his administration are also victims of too much violence on television and caused them to make a few bad choices and still a few left he can and probably will make, with Iran and N. Korea. Is he the way he is because he watched torture scenes or scenes of death and destruction on tv as a child? Would you actually believe that?

Is 24 too real life? Does the truth hurt the US? I don't believe that the writers came up with the tortures scenes on their own. I think there is more truth than they want us to know.

While the US government tries to control the entire world, maybe they should think about trying to be a positive influence in the world. Set the example, stop making examples of countries that do not believe like YOU do. You are losing the American people...

Thank God for the Patriot Guard!

2007-02-13T09:05:00.000-08:00

Watch a video here, which demonstrates commitment to the fallen soldiers and their families. Every Soldier deserves to be honored for his/her duty served. I am not going to spell out the group of protesters but if you have watched the news at all then you will know that this group of people cannot call themselves christians.

Thanks to my brother in law that sent the video.