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Palin, the media and the Tea Party

Posted by (Jimmie) Blackhawke on Tuesday, February 09, 2010 12:09:27 PM
Mention the nationwide Tea Party forces to progressives and the lame-stream media and it is like tossing a cat into a dog pound. Mention Sarah Palin in the same breath and it is akin to dumping a whole box full of cats into a dog pound. The lame-stream media is so afraid of Palin and the Tea Party forces that they have stopped pretending to cover them in a fair and balanced manner. This is evident by watching the coverage of the Tea Party and Sarah Palin by commentators and supposedly hard news anchors of MSNBC, CNN, ABC, CBS and NBC. The latest rash of vicious attacks from the left came after Sarah Palin spoke at the Tea Party Convention a few days ago. As a Tea Party member and a conservative Independent I see the trashing of Sarah Palin as a positive…people attack things they fear and they really fear Palin’s popularity and power…..and the more they attack her, the more popular she becomes among the general public.
Even though the left has desperately tried to paint the Tea Party as an “angry white mob”, eyewitnesses, videos and photos show a much different picture. The party includes conservative Democrats, conservative Republicans, conservative Independents, blacks, whites, Hispanics, Asians, men, women, and teenagers. This huge cross-section of Americans is what really scares the progressives and their allies in the media. I believe this force will grow and will continue to exert pressure on the nation’s political scene. This does not bode well for progressives, far left liberals, socialists and RINOs. I urge every patriotic American to join and support the national Tea Party forces, after all it’s our country and I think it is worth fighting for.
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AARP Phony On All Levels

Posted by (Jimmie) Blackhawke on Saturday, January 30, 2010 2:33:06 PM
According to the position taken by the AARP in support of President Obama’s healthcare reform legislation, it might behoove Republican, Independent and conservative senior citizens to reassess the organization’s priorities and capabilities to work for their interests. As a senior citizen, I personally think that the AARP has lost touch with many independent and conservative seniors and have cast their lot with a liberal administration that works against the healthcare interest of senior citizens. Hence many seniors have thrown away their AARP cards and have resigned from the organization. Information is power and knowledge is clarifying so conservative and independent seniors should take another real hard look at the AARP’s stand on healthcare and act accordingly.
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Who is Senator-Elect Brown (R/MA)?

Posted by (Jimmie) Blackhawke on Sunday, January 24, 2010 9:51:19 AM
Now about Senator-elect Scott Brown. Conservative independents are cautiously optimistic over the newly elected senator. Conservatives have been stabbed in the back too many times by RINOS (Republicans In Name Only). They don’t know Scott yet. He talks a good game, but we all know what Washington does to many “newbies.”
So when Scott Brown comes along and wins big in Massachusetts, the most liberal state in the union, conservatives are naturally a bit skeptical of his “conservative” credentials. But conservatives are willing to give him his space and let him show what he can do after he gets to Washington. Senator-elect Brown said he has worked across party lines with Democrats in Massachusetts, but he will soon learn that Washington Democrats are a lot more vicious and treacherous….and even some of the Republican will turn out to be his enemies.
Everyone is asking the Democrats what they have learned from the three defeats in NJ, VA and MA, and it is a fair question. But the Republicans should be asked the same question. If the national GOP does not “get it” and continues to ignore the tea party movement and continue to try to out-liberal the Democrats, the November elections will find them losing even more seats.
I am thrilled that Senator-elect Brown’s election severely damaged the Obamacare juggernaut, but if I know the Democrats, they are a slippery lot, they will still find a way to thwart the will of the people, advance their unpopular agenda and continue their march towards socialism. So the American people, especially senior citizens, must remain on high alert and keep the pressure on and tell this president and his administration to read the constitution and listen to their concerns. If they refuse then November 2010 is coming.
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Democrats Will Remain in Denial

Posted by (Jimmie) Blackhawke on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 1:46:40 PM
First: Obama is too arrogant to heed the warnings from the American people, even after the victories by Republicans in Virginia, New Jersey and now the earthquake in Massachusetts.

Second: The huge win by Scott Brown in Massachusetts has become known as “The SCOTT heard around the world.” A play upon the historical saying, “The shot heard around the world,” which started the first American Revolution.

Third: President Obama in his arrogance insulted pickup truck drivers all across this nation when on Sunday he slammed Republican Scott Brown for driving a pickup truck….only a Chicago elitist would do that. This proved once again that Obama is way out of touch with the people of this great nation. A lot of good Americans drive pickups, many right here in NJ.

Fourth: Regardless of how the Democrats try to spin this election and slither out of the mess they’ve made for themselves, they can no longer fool the independent voters who now see them for what they really are…..dangerous.

Fifth: I hope the Democrats ignore the lessons and warnings given them by the losses in NJ, VA and MA. I hope they continue doing what they have been doing until November of this year.
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Nobody Gets A Pass

Posted by (Jimmie) Blackhawke on Monday, January 18, 2010 3:09:57 PM
I disagree with the economic, political, national defense, and social views of President Obama and the Democrats. But I know that there are only two real national opportunities that conservatives, fair-minded Independents and Republicans have to affect change in Washington. One happens this year in November. It is imperative that every Congressional Democrat up for reelection in November be voted out of office. It is my opinion, from what I have seen, read, and heard over the past three decades that the Democrat machine often indulge in skullduggery, intimidation and slight-of-hand at the ballot boxes to maintain their power. This machine must be defeated and by doing so it will send a message to the remaining Democrats that they are next.
The second opportunity comes in November of 2012, the presidential election. President Obama might very well try to moderate his views and move away from the far-left in order to position himself for reelection. By that time most of his agenda might be in place and the agony and hellacious taxation forced upon the American people will be very evident. So any moderation attempt by this President will be a charade and I believe the majority of Americans will see through the façade.
However, this president thinks all of his mistakes, weaknesses and total disregard for the American people will be forgotten when November 2010 and November 2012 elections come around but I don’t think so. I believe the voters will rise up and loosen his grip in 2010, and vote him out of office in 2012. America deserves new and better leadership. And a warning to liberal Republicans as well, the American people will not give you a pass either.
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MALLS

Posted by (Jimmie) Blackhawke on Monday, January 18, 2010 3:03:12 PM
The words, “Honey lets go to the mall,” can strike fear and foreboding in the hearts of many brave men. Some can be very resourceful when asked to accompany their mates into the “Valley of The Malls.” I know men who haven’t had a brilliant thought in years who come up with excuses that border on sheer genius.
I think installed at the entrance of every mall is a container of odorless and colorless gas that affects men differently then women when inhaled. For women, the gas energizes them and they develop what is known as the “mall walk.” Men find it very difficult to keep up with them after they enter the mall. For men, it creates an air of boredom, angst, their feet began to hurt and they wonder just how many more shoe stores they can take.
Inside the mall are numerous stores all selling the same merchandise. Fortunately in some malls there are bookstores and maybe tool sections that can give men a brief respite. And how about locating the restrooms in some malls? Many are cleverly hidden and even when you find a directional sign pointing to them the long walk down barren hallways can be a bit disconcerting. And sometimes after you make that trek, it is not at all surprising to find an “Out of Order” sign posted on one or both facilities.
But my biggest pet peeve about most malls is that there isn’t enough seating outside in the hallways and corridors. The few benches provided by some malls are small and poorly located. But for the most part, men with aching feet and backs can’t find any place to sit and rest while waiting on their mates to shop. Men can tell you that it isn’t so bad holding bags and waiting if you can find adequate seating to take a load off. However I must commend a few malls that have provided nice seating in their malls, some even provide a TV set for entertainment for shopping-weary souls. But they are few.
Then there are the ever-present mall crowds….what joy! As much as I dislike crowds I suck it up and go when asked to by my wife. Unless you’re married, you won’t understand that reasoning. I do believe that all mall crowds look the same…dazed. Makes me wonder if there is a “Mall Crowd Rental Agency” out there renting crowds to all the malls. And it seems their only purpose is to fill the mall hallways and push and jostle you. And it does not matter where you stand in a mall store you are in someone’s way.
Lastly, the food courts. It’s always interesting to watch crowds of people fighting over a few sticky tables. Once you get a table, it becomes necessary to stuff a case of napkins under one leg of the table to keep it from rocking. And the food, well, lets just say not even the gas inhaled at the entrance of the mall can make some of it taste good. But the malls remain a big draw, so we who are coerced, dragged or threatened by our “loved ones” to enter these places can see no light at the end of the tunnel in the New Year.
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Democrats Bite The Hand that Protects Us

Posted by (Jimmie) Blackhawke on Monday, January 11, 2010 10:30:12 AM
Our Intelligence Agencies have a lot on their plates. It is a huge operation with many operatives and staff members. Unfortunately they are often buffeted by political winds of the current administration and are easy targets for the media and Washington insiders. Recently operatives have become fearful of obeying current department directives because they might be brought up on charges or indicted by those who disagree with those directives in another administration. Word on the streets is more than a few employees in these agencies are looking for the exits. Critics say that their professionalism and sworn duties should trump their personal concerns, but we are talking about human beings, many with egos and personalities, attitudes and self-preservation concerns. And when the administration goes headhunting looking to indict agents for doing their assigned jobs the clock on self-preservation runs even faster. After all, why do something under this administration that might get them in trouble under the next administration?
There is lots of talk about “heads-rolling” after the recent “underwear bomber” fiasco. The only one that should be fired is Homeland Security Secretary, Janet Napolitano….not for the recent failed terrorist attempt, but because she is ill suited for the job, and presents a weak image with an even weaker resolve.
If we want our intelligence agencies to be more effective then this president needs to stop the unnecessary politically driven investigations. The job is hard enough under the best conditions, so the attacks from the Whitehouse do not engender confidence or build morale. However, like all government entities, agents and directors should be monitored and proper authorities should deal with any weaknesses, mistakes or flaws. But it should be done with respect, with an eye to fix the problems, and above all…. with discretion. After all, the type of work we ask these people to do to secure our nation is difficult at best, and deserves the highest regard and appreciation from Congress, the Whitehouse and most of all…..from the American people.
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Reid's Comments

Posted by (Jimmie) Blackhawke on Monday, January 11, 2010 10:26:27 AM
I suppose I could get elected President or some other high position because I am an American of African ancestry, “light-skinned,” and have often been accused of talking “white,” that is according to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. No outrage from the black caucus? Double standard? Of course there is. Liberal blacks have bestowed upon all white Democrats, immunity from any punishment or outrage when they make racists remarks. So unless one has been living on Mars for the past 50 years, most if not all people know of this double standard.
Republicans, conservatives and fair-minded Independents are right at expressing their outrage at this double standard but if they expect black Democrats to excoriate Reid or any white party members they will be very disappointed. Liberal black outrage is selective. What opponents of the Democrats have to do is to keep this as another missile to be launched at the Democrats during the 2010 campaigns. Democrats in Washington think all this stuff they are doing against the will of the American people will be forgotten by November 2010. I don’t think it will.
Anyway, I have some emails to get out to Senator Reid, I am looking for a high position in Washington, I mean, after all, I am a light-skinned man who has been said to speak “white.” Wish Reid had told me this a few decades ago, I could have been president.
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NOTE: But in a way Reid is right.....I know whites who have said that they feel much more comfortable around "light-skinned" black people than around real "dark-skinned" black people. Evidenced by the fact that throughout history, blacks that moved up the fastest and got accepted more readily were mostly, if not all, light-skinned.....just a fact.

But I think the real story here is not what he said as much as it is the way those same remarks would have cost a conservative or Republican his head.....Trent Lott(R) for example.....remember him?

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