An Unfortunate Outburst of Intense Patriotism

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Wednesday, August 8, 2007

Union Members Ask Inane Questions of Democrat Candidates

Three questions from yesterday’s so-called “debate,” in which Democrat presidential wannabes fielded questions carefully constructed to present the organized labor spin on America: First: “ My husband George Junior Hamner was one of the 12 men who were killed in the Sago Mine. The Bush... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, August 7, 2007

Bush Tax Cuts Haven’t Paid for Themselves!

So claims Shrillary in yet another adventure into her alternate reality. In a transcript purloined from http://www.rushlimbaugh.com/home/daily/site_080707/content/01125112.guest.html, CNBC host Dylan Ratigan asks Shrillary: “Is it the role of the government and tax policy to try to reconcile... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, August 5, 2007

Should I35W Bridge Collapse Be Used to Justify Tax Increases?

Yes, says the left, to absolutely no one’s surprise. When the Democrats aren’t demanding that funds for the war on terror be diverted to infrastructure repair, they are blaming any Republicans, from the President on down, for not blasting taxes sky-high to pay for infrastructure. Give me a... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, August 2, 2007

Hugo Chavez Praises Sean Penn

From a story at http://www.newsmax.com/archives/ic/2007/8/2/100047.shtml?s=ic: Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has praised Sean Penn for his critical stance against the war in Iraq, saying the two chatted by phone and soon plan to meet in person. Chavez said Penn traveled to Venezuela this week... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Man, This Economy Stinks! Consumer Confidence at Six-Year High!

From a story at http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/07/31/business/NA-FIN-ECO-US-Consumer-Confidence.php: Consumer confidence rebounds in July to 6-year high amid healthy employment outlook The Associated Press Published: July 31, 2007 NEW YORK: Consumer confidence hit a six-year high in July, a... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, July 29, 2007

Dianne Feinstein Calls it Right on Border Patrol Agent Imprisonment

This doesn't happen often, but Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-California) and I are in complete agreement on something. From a story at http://www.newsmax.com/archives/articles/2007/7/29/210512.shtml?s=lh: It is rare these days in polarized Washington to have Democrats and Republicans agree on... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, July 16, 2007

Should Congress be Managing the War on Terror?

A better question: Should Congress be commanding the armed forces? In the immortal words of Patrick Henry as he cried out against the prospect of surrendering liberty for peace: Forbid it, Lord God Almighty! The massacre and enslavement of Vietnam thanks to Congressional interference in the Vietnam... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, July 15, 2007

Marine Heroes of Haditha Need Your Help!

From http://w3.newsmax.com/a/haditha/?s=lh: Marine Heroes of Haditha Need Your Help! An Urgent Message from Christopher Ruddy Editor – NewsMax.com Dear NewsMax Reader: Three brave Marines urgently need your help. You may have heard of these Marines associated with an incident in Haditha, Iraq — an... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, July 12, 2007

Is it Any Wonder that al-Qaeda is Reportedly Getting Stronger?

The liberals seized upon the reports that al Qaeda has strengthened as proof positive that the war in Iraq is wrong and must end. Hardly. If indeed al Qaeda has gained strength, it is for one simple reason. It can be attributed to the incessant cheerleading from the left. Were I in al-Qaeda’s... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Three Examples of Left Wing Contempt for the Military

First: Senator Barbara Boxershorts (D-California) was heard ranting on the radio today: “How long will our young men have bombs blowing up in their faces before we bring them home?” What an interesting question for her to ask. I would answer: It wouldn’t take nearly as long if you terrorist-coddling... Sign in to see full entry.

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