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War on Christmas

Al Garman — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 23:55:10 EST

I had a response to the Seattle Times report on the holiday displays in the Washington State Capitol: http://community.seattletimes.nwsource.com/reader_feedback/public/display.php?thread=41004, go down to kciad response.

The last part of it was printed in the Northwest Voices section (Page B7) of the Friday 12/05/08 paper.

Please sign this petition to eliminate tax exemptions for churches that lobby for state propositions...

Gretchen — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 15:15:23 EST

Sign this petition to support the legal effort to amend our tax laws such that the Mormon Church, and other transgressing churches, would lose tax-exempt status if they continue lobbying for state propositions.

http://www.mormonsstoleourrights.com/#petition

Will be in D.C. for Inauguration Day!!

Gretchen — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:18:55 EST

I booked my tickets and hotel for January 19-25th-- Am taking my daughter! Would love to meet up with others from my PB "family"...

I knew it was going to be a LANDSLIDE!!! Now let us CELEBRATE!!!!

What An Inspiring Night!!

Cato Meador — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 23:36:39 EST

Not too long ago, for the first time I stood on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and looked out over the reflecting pool, thinking of what Dr. Martin Luther King must have been thinking as he told hundreds of thousands of Americans about his 'dream' for our country. I stood there completely engrossed in my thoughts, as I remembered listening to him and how inspiring he was. And there was never more of a 'son-of-the-Confereracy' than me. I am very proud of my ancestors sacrifices not only during The Civil War, but also during The American Revolution and The Texas Revolution.

But I have never been MORE proud than I am tonight. A little more than 140 years after the end of the Civil War, I watched an African-American become the 44th President of The United States of America. When I was growing up in the 1960's, nothing of this sort was even dared to be dreamed of.

But truly, it has been proven tonight that ANYONE REALLY CAN BECOME PRESIDENT. The election of Barack Obama to the presidency is not only an achievement for the African-American youth of this country....but for ALL of America's youth!

I was so wishing that Daddy had lived to see this. I have been sad when he wasn't around to see the Berlin Wall felled and the end of the Cold War and the Soviet Union. But THIS? The man who made me into the Democrat AND the American that I am, would have loved to have seen this moment. But I also believe that he, Dr. King, LBJ, JFK and RFK, along with so many that have gone before, are looking down and smiling right now.

GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!

And GOD BLESS BARACK OBAMA, 44th PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!!!

Barack and Bill in Florida

Cato Meador — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 01:16:59 EDT

As I was watching President Clinton campaigning in Florida for Barack Obama, I was seriously awe struck.

Two of the greatest political minds and two of the greatest political orators in a generation...speaking intelligently about, not only the plight of America, but also in the future of our country and the world. And what it would take to pull America back up within the world community as THE leader for democracy and freedom. The shining beacon of hope for the downtrodden within not only our society, but worldwide.

And then I got to thinking about the last eight years. A president of shallow character, even shallower thinking and with absolutely no ability to see the American people as the backbone of everything that makes The United States of America great! A 'leader' who never lead....only followed. A president who put us in the international 'backseat' of concern for others. A commander-in-chief who became the biggest terrorist, torturer and mass murderer since the fall of 'Iron Curtain' in Europe. A man who indiscremently ordered the killing of thousands of innocent Iraqis under the guise of 'freeing' them.

After which I realized just how great this country is, and how resilient The Founding Fathers so aptly created this experiment, that we could come thru such horrible times as "The W Years", and still be able to find public servants like Barack Obama that has the brains and compassion and GUTS to take on such a mess, and to do it with such calming and precise reasoning and thinking.

God Bless America..............

Obama's 30 minute Infomercial... Get out your kleenex... as it is Obama at his best...

Gretchen — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 22:04:51 EDT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtREqAmLsoA

Elizabeth Dole uses McCain's ad writer and calls opponent "godless"

Gretchen — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 20:07:42 EDT

Elizabeth Dole calls her opponent, former Sunday school teacher, Kay Haggen "godless" CNN says that the Dole campaign contacted the person who is in charge of McCain's advertising in desperation. This is the ad they came up with: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/10/29/dole-ad-fabricates-audio_n_138874.html

Shame on you Elizabeth!!! SHAME ON YOU!!!

109 year old woman, daughter of a slave votes

Gretchen — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:58:55 EDT

for Obama!! She has lived through 3 centuries... This is a remarkable and heartwarming story: http://www.statesman.com/news/content/news/stories/local/10/27/1027jones.html

McCain's Connection to Communist Vietnam

Cato Meador — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:54:43 EDT

Well, he DID spend several years living in the same area with some of the most ruthless terrorists in history.....

Maybe Senator McCain should have to answer for his 'record'.

Yeah, it is as stupid a thing that you can think of.

And THIS is the kind of campaign that some people want from THEIR candidate for president?

Thank God that Barack Obama and Democrats like most of us, don't believe that using old connections to throw fear into the hearts of Americans is a legitimate way to oppose someone elses candidacy.

Seems John McCain has learned well from the Bush Administration as to how to attempt to govern from a state of FEAR instead of HOPE!

Unfortunately for McCain, the 'fear card' has worn out on most Americans.....

Great laugh-- The vet who did not vet!!!

Gretchen — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 20:12:16 EDT

I about fell off my chair... IT is so true and very funny...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03fcGelz8Hw

Sarah believes that it is the VP's job to "run" the Senate...

Gretchen — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:46:42 EDT

Has she read the job description???? She told a group of 3rd graders that it was the job of the VP to run the Senate and to really get in there with the Senators and make a lot of policy changes... HUH???? Like the Senators would bow down to this ignorant woman as their leader... HAHAHAHA!!!

http://www.newsmax.com/headlines/palin_VP_runs_senate/2008/10/22/142949.html?s=al&promo_code=6DD4-1

My prayers are with Madelyn Duham, Barack's Grandmother...

Gretchen — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:15:07 EDT

Barack takes time off from his campaign to be with his Grandmother, Madelyn Dunham. This woman was one of Barack's inspirations... She was became one of Hawaii's first woman vice-president. She was describe as a drill sergeant... http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/election2008/2008-04-07-obamagrandma_N.htm

Barack has cancelled many events to go to Hawaii and spend time with her.
http://www.cbsnews.com/blogs/2008/10/20/politics/fromtheroad/entry4535097.shtml

Please join me in sending good thoughts and prayers Madelyn's way... Get well soon Mrs Dunham, we all want to see you on January 20th when Barack is sworn in!!!

Dead Bear found wrapped in Obama signs in North Carolina...

Gretchen — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:15:42 EDT

This was sent to me from my Twit friends... I think the word of this incident needs to get out so that the North Carolina police don't just sweep this under the carpet.... These people need to be prosecuted for hate crimes-- People need to know that this WILL NOT be tolerated in OUR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!!!

http://www.wyff4.com/cnn-news/17764161/detail.html

sad... Those that feel that racism doesn't exist... live in Egypt... the land of DE-NILE!!

Please, Sarah, please don't undue all that our mothers and grandmothers have fought for...

Gretchen — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:19:19 EDT

Powerful video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6OsGjelmbo

Join me in donating to Minnesota's Congressional candidate E. Tinklenberg. (I am from Wa State)

Gretchen — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:38:18 EDT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESdA52S4Dbg

Watch the video of Michelle Bachmann's interview on Hardball as she calls Senator Obama "Anti-American" and links "liberal left-wing politicians" to "anti American" activities...
She basically says that if you aren't republican than you are "anti American"... I just donated to her opponents campaign... I was so appalled at this woman's comments that I just couldn't just sit there-- I had to open up my empty wallet and give another $20.00 to help rid the congress of this piece of trash!!! She will do NOTHING to unite this country during these hard times when we all need to work together... She needs to ride off on her broom to the land of congressional members with NO ethics!! Below is my letter to her opponent:

Dear Mr. Elwyn Tinklenberg,

My name is Gretchen and I am a Certified Nurse-Midwife, mother of 5 and grandmother, from Washington State. I just donated to your campaign. I just listened to your opponent’s terrible comments about Barack Obama and felt the need to contribute to your campaign. We don't need politicians in Washington D.C. that illicit this type of hate. We need people who will address the issues that we all are facing in these difficult times. A Republican, Colin Powell said it best today, when he stated how disappointed he was with this type of campaign-- one that distracts us from the real issues that hard-working Americans are facing on a daily basis. We will ALL need to work hard to restore our country back to the strong nation it once was-- Your opponent’s words/beliefs will prevent this from happening. Best wishes to you and to the people of Minnesota from Washington State!!! Gretchen

Here is Mr Tinklenberg's web site:
http://www.tinklenberg08.com/home.html

Joe the Plumber was a McCain plant!!!

Gretchen — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 09:22:41 EDT

Talk about sinking--yes pun intended--LOWER THAN LOW!!!!

http://www.ickypeople.com/2008/10/joe-plumber-is-mccain-plant.html

Obama's tax calculator

Gretchen — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:10:31 EDT

You can see how much Obama's tax plan vs McCain's plan will effect your income.... GREAT IDEA Barack!!
http://taxcut.barackobama.com/

Share this with your friends!

Hate followed by HOPE...

Gretchen — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 02:32:31 EDT

This video brought tears to my eyes... The horror and the hate that the McCain/Palin has stirred up followed by the HOPE Obama brings...

Please watch this-- It brought tears to my eyes...

http://complainjane.wordpress.com/

A $5000 Tax Credit for Health Insurance?

Cato Meador — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:21:44 EDT

For the moment, lets go past the fact that John McCain's $5000 tax credit to 'offset' health insurance costs and get to what I consider the REAL meat of the problem.

If you cannot, right now, afford health insurance then how does this help, even if it WAS enough to get the job done?

WHERE ARE YOU SUPPOSED TO GET THE $5000 FOR HEALTH INSURANCE IN THE FIRST PLACE???

Much less wait until the next year's tax refund to get it back!!!

Tax credits are delayed reimbursement for money these people who do not have the means to pay for it anyway!!

Just wondering........

Wall Street, Dean Baker and the Steel Industry

Liz — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 02:12:04 EDT

QUEEN’S COMMENTS ON MY FAVORITE ECONOMIST, DEAN BAKER
Well, I’ve spent this entire day writing and posting almost exclusively put-downs of Sarah Palin, John McCain and their campaign–all true and verifiable facts, but nasty nonetheless. This is necessary because we must match their attacks 3 to 1 to keep the propaganda under control and their BS to zero effectiveness. It does matter what goes out into the blogosphere. But now as it nears my bed time, I’ll make my last post a more cheerful one and on a topic that I like–economics and Dean Baker whose opinions I most often agree with.

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Dean Baker is the co-director of The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR). He is the author of “The Conservative Nanny State: How the Wealthy Use the Government to Stay Rich and Get Richer” www.conservativenannystate.org . He also has a blog, ”Beat the Press” , on American Prospect where he discusses the media coverage of economic issues.

NOTE: IF YOU GO TO DEAN’S CONSERVATIVE NANNY SITE YOU CAN DOWN LOAD A PDF VERSION OF HIS BOOK–worth the read and it is definitely an exception to the rule that “nothing is free” –as long as you don’t print it out and waste paper.

Here is the link to Dean’s blog: http://www.prospect.org/csnc/blogs/beat_the_press

Now about that article which I just read in Truthout:
http://www.truthout.org/100608B