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TSA Goes Laissez-Faire
2008-06-07 16:11:00 In the ever-evolving war against airline passengers, the Transportation Security Administration continues to develop new weapons of mass dysfunction. Travelers have long been harassed with x-ray machines, metal-detecting wands and inscrutable verbal vetting like "Did someone put something in your luggage when you weren't looking?" Then in 2006 the TSA began quietly testing two new anti-personnel weapons. One is sort of an automated lie detector, a booth that interrogates suspects with damning questions ("Did someone put something in your luggage when you weren't looking?") while software analyzes feedback from biometric sensors busily monitoring blood pressure, pulse rate and nervous tics. read more
Soap Flakes and Political Fakes
2008-06-07 15:29:00 DAYS OF OUR LIES Interior, Congressional Office, Day Corn Lobbyist Wheeler Deeler confronts Senator Flip Phlopper in his Washington DC office. Corn Lobbyist (emotional): I've given you everything. I embraced your body politic with my assets. I caressed your palm with hush money. I've gotten you high in our corporate jet. Now I catch you with that scrawny little two-faced soybean lobbyist slut! Senator Flip Phlopper (defensive): Wheeler, listen, it didn't mean a thing. I just went to her smoke-filled room for a little cronyism, that's all. read more More About: Political , Soap , Fakes , Flakes
Ron Paul Has Strong Showing in Final Primaries
2008-06-04 07:00:00 ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA ? Presidential candidate Ron Paul received a total of over 45,000 votes in the final three Republican presidential primaries on June 3. Dr. Paul?s strongest showing was in Montana, where he garnered 22 percent of the vote, followed by 17 percent in South Dakota and 14 percent in New Mexico respectively. ?Dr. Paul?s grassroots supporters across the country are doing a tremendous job spreading our message, winning votes, and laying a strong foundation for the future,? said campaign spokesman Jesse Benton. To date, Dr. Paul has received well over one million votes in Republican presidential contests. read more More About: Republicans , Final , Strong
Mass-produced, meltdown-proof future of nuclear energy
2008-06-03 21:50:00 "Explosive growth has made the People's Republic of China the most power-hungry nation on earth. Get ready for the mass-produced, meltdown-proof future of nuclear energy. read more More About: Nuclear , Nuclear Energy , Future , Energy
Money Talks, But Why Isn't It Speaking For The Libertarians?
2008-06-02 18:08:00 I bring this up because while Barr might've been excused for donating to Larry Craig's campaign prior to his arrest, there can be little justification for his defense of Craig once his proclivities became public knowledge -other than being an ass blanket for the GOP Hypocritical Pervert Brigade. It only makes sense that those people you deem worthy of donations would also be deemed worthy of supporting- I can't think of a single, solitary person who donates their hard-earned money to politicians that have diametrically opposing views. read more More About: Money , Libertarians , Speaking , Money Talks
Sowing More Big Government with the Farm Bill, by US Rep. Ron Paul
2008-06-02 07:00:00 Recently Congress sent the latest Farm Bill to the president. The bill features brand new federal programs, expansion of existing subsidies, more food stamps and more foreign food aid. This bill hits the taxpayer hard, while at the same time ensuring food prices will remain elevated. The president vetoed the bill, citing concerns over its costs and subsidies for the wealthy in a time of high food prices and record farm income. Nevertheless, this over-reaching, government-expanding Farm Bill will soon be law. The truth is most farmers simply want honest pay for honest work. However, if the government is providing competing farms with advantages, and one wants to remain a farmer, one must seek a proportional advantage from government. It is a difficult position for the farmer. Some are better at qualifying for taxpayers? largesse than others as evidenced by the fact that more than 60% of the subsidies go to just 10% of recipients, edging out the small family farm. This entir... More About: Government , Ron Paul , Taxation , Paul , Big Government
Tin Hats, Truth, and Being Prepared for what will come.
2008-06-01 17:33:00 The largest and most significant power for governance is the people. Government is best likened to the plunger you use to clear your toilet; it is just the tool used by the people to order their business. The people precede all government and possess absolutely the right to alter or change government as they deem necessary. When government gets uppity the people should remember who is in charge. read more More About: Truth , George Bush , Constitution , Hats , Cons
An idiot's strategy to influence other idiots
2008-05-30 23:48:00 "I have some doubts: this sort of half-witted public relations maneuver has occurred more than once in the party's shabby internal history, and is perfectly capable of standing on its own, as yet another example of the suit-and-tie clique?whose unspoken motto has always been "respectability above everything, especially including principle"?looking to suck up to whatever they perceive as the Establishment. I doubt they're smart enough to hatch this as a power play." read more More About: Idiots , Strategy , Influence , Libertarian Party
An idiot's strategy to influence other idiots
2008-05-30 23:48:00 "I have some doubts: this sort of half-witted public relations maneuver has occurred more than once in the party's shabby internal history, and is perfectly capable of standing on its own, as yet another example of the suit-and-tie clique?whose unspoken motto has always been "respectability above everything, especially including principle"?looking to suck up to whatever they perceive as the Establishment. I doubt they're smart enough to hatch this as a power play." read more More About: Idiots , Strategy , Influence , Libertarian Party
Can A Leopard Really Change His Spots?
2008-05-30 17:42:00 ...and while there are many intelligent people who believe that these special leopards can change their spots, I much prefer to put my efforts and support behind the candidate that has no spots to change. read more More About: Change , Spots , Leopard , Libertarian Party
Politically Correct Plaque Attack
2008-05-28 23:19:00 As one might expect in today's virulently aggressive politically correct culture, a movement is afoot to rewrite history, which includes "amending the plaques, statues, and memorials of historical figures to reflect their racist sentiments." (Christian Science Monitor). One movement afoot is to footnote a bust of Supreme Court Justice Roger Taney as a racist because he wrote the majority opinion in the Dred Scott case ... For another example, some South Carolinians want to tack a plaque on the base of the big bronze statue of Reconstruction-era Governor and US Senator Ben Tillman who, according to the Charleston City Paper, had a hand in rewriting the state constitution that "disenfranchised blacks and established the segregation laws which stood for 70 years" and, incidentally, advocated lynching Negroes." read more More About: Attack , Politically Correct
TSA Goes Laissez-Faire
2008-05-28 23:14:00 In the ever-evolving war against airline passengers, the Transportation Security Administration continues to develop new weapons of mass dysfunction. Travelers have long been harassed with x-ray machines, metal-detecting wands and inscrutable verbal vetting like "Did someone put something in your luggage when you weren't looking?" Then in 2006 the TSA began quietly testing two new anti-personnel weapons. read more
Dear Libertarian Party- I want to break up
2008-05-27 22:39:00 Your new squeeze, Bob Barr has changed is positions so many times it's a wonder he doesn't suffer from vertigo. read more More About: Party , Break Up , Break , Libertarian , Libertarian Party
Not invited to MN GOP convention, Ron Paul to speak to delegates before the
2008-05-27 07:00:00 Presidential candidate and Congressman Dr. Ron Paul will speak to his supporters, and other delegates and alternates to the Minnesota Republican State Convention , Friday morning, May 30, at 7:30 AM at the Mayo Memorial Park, 30 Civic Center Drive, Rochester MN. The park features an amphitheater setting adjacent to the rear of the Mayo Civic Center where the convention is to be held. After repeated requests for an invitation, the Republican Party of Minnesota?s Chairman, Ron Carey, issued a letter to Marianne Stebbins, Minnesota Campaign Coordinator for Ron Paul 2008 PCC, denying Ron Paul a speaking opportunity at the convention. (Letter attached.) read more More About: Republicans , Speak
Salute to Veterans, by US Rep. Ron Paul
2008-05-27 07:00:00 Most of my efforts on Capitol Hill are focused on reducing the federal government?s size and scope, but I make an exception for a very important group of people. Our nation?s men and women in uniform commit a selfless act of patriotism when they take up arms in defense of our country. As a veteran myself, I salute all those currently serving, or who have served in our armed forces. Our nation owes them a debt of gratitude for their sacrifices, their courage, their time away from friends and family, and the dangers they undertake. This Memorial Day we honor our soldiers and vets, we remember those who never came home, or who have since passed on. Above all, we acknowledge our respect for all who have served in the military. Congress has considered several bills this past week that would affect veterans. Many of the measures are very positive. I applaud efforts to shore up health care for veterans, and make sure that veterans know about the services available to them. I stron... More About: Iraq , Afghanistan , Ron Paul , Veterans , Taxation
Third Court of Appeals tells CPS that its kidnapping of the FLDS children w
2008-05-25 01:25:00 The Texas Third Court of Appeals issues a writ of mandamus to Child Protective Services (CPS) that its kidnapping of the FLDS children was illegal and CPS has ten days to return the children. CPS won't let go, files an appeal with the Texas Supreme court, and then indicates it will ignore the Third Court of Appeals' writ to return the children within 10 days. Maybe because each kid taken could represent income of ~$400,000 to CPS? Hopefully, the Third Court of Appeals will continue to do its job properly, and issues contempt of court fines to CPS officials after the ten day deadline is up. We could be so lucky if that also includes jail time! read more More About: Children , Polygamy , Kidnapping
Arizona Voters to Recall Senator McCain?
2008-05-22 21:12:00 Most amusing concept ever? Here's a plea to the Arizona voters to Recall John McCain, which would be just down right funny, but... it might also give a phenomenal long shot chance for Dr. Ron Paul to be tapped for the Republican nomination for US President. The Revolution is heating up and Senator John McCain now finds himself at war with his own party. In particular, the Ron Paul r3volution! It is my idea to start a recall petition drive against McCain, within his home state of Arizona; as a RINO (republican in name only) McCain cannot, should not, and will not be the standard barer for the Republican Party. Please Start the Recall Petition process to remove McCain as Arizona's US Senator... read more More About: Voters , Cons
Murder for Hire In Santa Cruz ? The Curious Career of Irwin Joseph
2008-05-22 20:27:00 We know that the Greed People are growing daily more desperate; it was not their original plans that are tripping them up but the cover ups that followed. Watch Santa Cruz and the unfolding story of Clive Boustred. It matters to all of us. read more More About: Murder , Hire , Curious , Constitution
Congratulations To The University Of Houston-Victoria Jaguars, by US Rep. R
2008-05-22 07:00:00 Madam Speaker, I am pleased to congratulate The University of Houston --Victoria (UHV) Jaguars softball team on an amazing inaugural season. The Jaguars completed the season with a 32-18 record and finished fourth in Region VI of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, missing the national tournament by one slot. The Jaguars faced a strong slate of contenders in the regular season, including 14 nationally recognized opponents, nine of which fell to the Jaguars. The team also defeated NCAA teams Houston Baptist University and the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. read more More About: Sports , Ron Paul
Nigerian Scam Letter 4 U
2008-05-22 00:05:00 It is to understand that you might be of somewhat apprehension because you do not know of me but I ensure I have a lucrative business proposal of mutually interest to share with you. My name is Hillaracko Bamajohn McClainton. I am the most leading of Candidates for to becoming the Presidency of the United States of the Americas. My Spouse was former President of the U.S. of the America and I am also the Neocon Hero of War and the Great Charisma Leader of The Change. I have a mutually favorable intention for you. I will needing you to assist me in executing a business venture between the Washington of the D.C. and your state of residing. read more More About: Health , Letter , Hoax , Scam , Nigerian
Politically Correct Plaque Attack
2008-05-22 00:00:00 As one might expect in today's virulently aggressive politically correct culture, a movement is afoot to rewrite history, which includes "amending the plaques, statues, and memorials of historical figures to reflect their racist sentiments." (Christian Science Monitor). One movement afoot is to footnote a bust of Supreme Court Justice Roger Taney as a racist because he wrote the majority opinion in the Dred Scott case ... read more More About: Slavery , Ethics , South , Abraham Lincoln , Attack
Free State Project to Host New Hampshire Freedom Festival 2008 at Gunstock
2008-05-21 15:00:00 Free State Project to Host New Hampshire Freedom Festival 2008 at Gunstock The Free State Project, one of the largest pro-liberty organizations in the country, will be hosting their annual Porcupine Freedom Festival (PorcFest) in New Hampshire June 9-15. The purpose of the Free State Project is to recruit 20,000 pro-liberty activists to move to the Granite State. After relocating, they will work toward the creation of a society in which the maximum role of government is the protection of life, liberty, and property. So far, over 8,300 have signed up and over 1,000 will have moved by the end of 2008. Those who have already moved have been elected to state and local office; formed influential political activism organizations; created newspapers, radio, and television shows; started successful businesses; and overall have formed a vibrant community intent of preserving and promoting the Live Free or Die lifestyle of New Hampshire. read more More About: Free
Students who are deemed 'behavior' problems can expect to be strip searched
2008-05-20 14:36:00 "I was wondering if you are aware of what goes on in the Clark County school system in regards to the treatment of students, ... policies and actions that border on something straight out of a prison. "Students who are deemed 'behavior' problems are expelled from regular school and sent to something called 'behavior school'. Once there they can expect to be strip searched -- strip searched. I still find this hard to comprehend. The system apparently treats children as some sort of enemy, to be controlled, to ensure docile compliance. read more More About: Education , Behavior , Problems , Expect
March to War in Lebanon?, by US Rep. Ron Paul
2008-05-20 07:00:00 read more More About: Iraq , Iran , Lebanon , Afghanistan , Ron Paul
America's Courts: Threatens us in ways you never imagined
2008-05-20 03:55:00 Courts, the IRS, CPS, you name it. You think it is government. It is the system that harvests your money and assets as profits. It is also used on people who present problems to make sure they stop doing that. You need to know. read more More About: Constitution , Courts
Ron Paul Book Signing in Austin, May 19th
2008-05-19 16:27:00 Republican Congressman and Presidential candidate Ron Paul , is signing his new book, ?The Revolution: A Manifesto? in Austin at: Book People 603 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin TX 78703 Monday, May 19, 7:00 PM CT Note: Ron Paul?s latest book, ?The Revolution: A Manifesto?, is number one on the New York Times bestsellers list. read more More About: Book Signing
The Economy: Another Casualty of War, by US Rep. Ron Paul
2008-05-18 07:00:00 This week, as the American economy continued to suffer the effects of big government, the House attempted to pass two multibillion dollar "emergency" spending bills, one for continued spending on the war in Iraq , and one increasing spending on domestic and international welfare programs. The plan was to pass these two bills and then send them to the president as one package. Even though the House failed to pass the war spending bill, opponents of the war should not be fooled into believing this vote signals a long term change in policy. At the end of the day, those favoring continued military occupation of Iraq will receive every penny they are requesting and more as long as they agree to dramatically increase domestic and international welfare spending as well. read more More About: Economy , Ron Paul , Taxation , Paul
The Great American Rebate Scam
2008-05-16 21:17:00 The most ironic part is that in the very halls of Congress that excreted such stopgap measures, walks a senator from Texas who has for many years, warned of exactly this kind of economic consequences of action; and who has long been ignored when he put forth intelligent and easily applicable solutions to out-of-control spending. read more More About: Economics , Great , American , Scam , Rebate
Lucrative Business Proposal
2008-05-15 02:18:00 It is to understand that you might be of somewhat apprehension because you do not know of me but I ensure I have a lucrative business proposal of mutually interest to share with you. My name is Hillaracko Bamajohn McClainton. I am the most leading of Candidates for to becoming the Presidency of the United States of the Americas. My Spouse was former President of the U.S. of the America and I am also the Neocon Hero of War and the Great Charisma Leader of The Change. I have a mutually favorable intention for you. read more More About: Business , Health , Proposal
Right Versus Left, Who Kills More?
More articles from this author:2008-05-15 02:12:00 Carbon emissions, we're told, cause global warming. Cars cough up carbon. Solution: biofuel. Brilliant! Politicians shovel billions of subsidy taxbucks at farmers who get rich selling corn to bio-refiners. Brazilians burn down that 1990s eco-chic cause, the Amazon rain forest, and plant soybeans. Indonesians hack down so much wilderness for palm oil trees for biodiesel they've climbed into third place on the Worldwide Carbon Emitter's Hit Parade. Turns out leafy growing things store carbon. When they're hacked and burned they cough up their carbon into the atmosphere. All this leaves less food for food .... And then there's this: "We now have quite a lot of evidence that carbon emissions definitely don't cause global warming." - US Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. read more More About: Republicans , Left , Versus , Hoax 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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