Young Liberals – The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From the Tree

I'm on Facebook, as an individual and with a Fan Page for this blog. Today a conversation got started about the new Arizona law that attempts to stem the flow of illegal immigrants.

It was interesting; most participants were in their early twenties. I'm happy to report that my Grandson and his girlfriend were on the conservative side.

One of their friends is obviously a young liberal/progressive in her political leanings. That's her right. But when the argument began to go against her she cloaked herself in liberal tactics. I am of a mixed Native American and European American heritage. I suppose she learned this from my Grandson, who is proud of his Native American blood (as am I).

Upon my comment about how our ancestors had come over legally and new immigrants should do so as well, she tossed into the mix the question (I'll paraphrase here): Which ancestors did I mean, my Native American ones or the European ones who came and slaughtered them and stole their lands?

I'm putting this little incident out into the blogosphere to demonstrate how liberals are taught to debate. Once you see you are losing, make personal attacks on your opponent. We see this every day in the name calling that is talking place against the Tea Party Movement, and anyone else who disagrees with liberal/progressive policies.

The young lady in question had already accused the conservatives for being racist for agreeing with the path taken by Arizona.

Name calling; be it racist, extremist, right-wing radical, or a slur on your opponent's heritage are not a means to better understanding. They provoke anger and resentment and nothing more. But, maybe that's the point.

Eichenbaum’s Views on Illegal Immigration

As you know, I am supporting Dr. Dan Eichenbaum in the North Carolina District 11 Congressional Primary. Dr. Dan is running as a Republican in a crowded field. In my opinion he is the only candidate in that field who can pose a serious challenge to the incumbent Heath Shuler. Shuler is a "blue dog" democrat who has proven himself to be Nancy Pelosi's lap dog when time comes to vote. Oh, he has voted "no" on health care and other issues, but only after enough votes were assured that his vote didn't matter in the outcome.

I've met and corresponded with Dr. Eichenbaum and believe he is a true conservative. His values and vision for our country closely match those of many of us who are in shock at what the current administration is doing to the nation. Dr. Eichenbaum has a plan and is man enough to put that plan into action when he takes a seat in Congress.

Yesterday, Arizona took the lead in doing something about the illegal immigrant situation in America. Dr. Dan Eichenbaum has strong views on the illegal immigrant problem. This is an excerpt from his website on illegal immigration:

"A nation is not a nation without borders. It is essential for our security that we enforce the immigration laws as currently written and erect whatever barriers are necessary to prevent illegal aliens, drug smugglers, and terrorists from having unlimited entry to our country. People who enter this country illegally and are convicted of crimes should be deported. Law enforcement personnel should be required to determine the immigration status of persons detained or arrested for criminal acts. While it is impractical to locate and deport each individual who is here illegally, taking these steps would enhance voluntary self-deportation." . . .

"Experience confirms that amnesty does not prevent illegal immigration… but instead, promotes it. Additionally, by "winking" at these law breakers, it bypasses the screening process which blocks potential criminals and terrorists from entering the US. Furthermore, it is unfair to those who have lawfully stood in line, awaiting the opportunity to experience the American Dream and freedom.

As a member of the House, I would vote against amnesty."

Dr. Dan Eichenbaum is my choice for U.S. Congress from N.C. District 11. Wherever you live, find a candidate you can support and work to get them elected. Our best weapon against the corruption in Washington is our votes and the candidates we choose to replace the current incumbents.

Trust In Freedom, Granny

Obama Watch – Arrival Day

The President and First Lady are scheduled to arrive at Asheville Regional Airport at 1:20 p.m. today. A cargo plane carrying the limo and other presidential accessories arrived Thursday morning. We have had numerous helicopters and military planes in the area for days.

Local authorities are under strict orders not to divulge the route from the airport to the Grove Park Inn, so local residents and motorists may be in for unexpected delays.

Here is a list of links to today's local articles about the visit.

Asheville Area Police, residents prep for Obama's visit

Weather for the visit – he might not get that golf game after all.

GOP comments

 

 

Obama’s Asheville, NC Vacation Update

The area where I live is buzzing with talk about President Obama's visit this weekend. He has decided his 5^th vacation since taking office will be a weekend stay at Asheville's famous Grove Park Inn.

I wish I could take 5 vacations in less than 2 years, but I digress. Why Asheville? The Asheville Citizen-Times reports:

Political experts said Wednesday that at least a little bit of calculation goes into almost every public move a president makes.

Obama could vacation anywhere he wants. He could tap his wealthiest supporter and relax at a compound well out of reach of news cameras and regular people.

The fact that he isn't staying somewhere strictly exclusive says a lot about how the nation feels right now, Knotts said.

"There is a lot going on right now in terms of anger with some parts of corporate America and the excesses and bailouts," he said.

"He probably doesn't want to vacation at the type of place only those folks can afford to vacation."

And also says:

Kohn said the area's attractions and restful pace are probably the driving forces in Obama's decision.

But he didn't downplay the importance of the Tar Heel State to the Obama administration, noting several visits by the president, first lady and Vice President Joe Biden.

"He has made North Carolina a battleground state, politically," Kohn said.

And then there are the disruptions to daily life in the mountains:

Plans for hot air balloon rides at RiverLink's Earth Day Picnic are grounded because of the planned visit of President Barack Obama.

Have a great visit, Mr. President. Western North Carolina is a beautiful place, worth anyone's time and effort to explore.

More Taxes for Us All

He promised that any of us who make less than $250,000 a year would not have any new taxes. He lied. We all know that. How deep and penetrating the lie was is what we are now learning.

Yahoo News reported yesterday that there will be an increase in the alternative minimum tax, a tax enacted decades ago to make sure wealthy people pay their fair share. Tax breaks enacted by President George W. Bush will also expire at the end of this year, increasing our tax rates. While not a "tax hike" the result for citizens is the same.

To those who read this and think to themselves, "Well, I make a lot less than $250,000 a year and I can live with my tax cuts disappearing", there's more. A handy European invention called a VAT (Value Added Tax) which adds a "hidden" tax to everything you and I purchase.

Another Yahoo News article puts it this way:

Many European countries impose a VAT, which taxes the value that is added at each stage of production of certain commodities. It could apply, for instance, to raw products delivered to a mill, the mill's production work and so on up the line to the retailer.

What is Obama's position?

President Barack Obama suggested Wednesday that a new value-added tax on Americans is still on the table, seeming to show more openness to the idea than his aides have expressed in recent days.

Before deciding what revenue options are best for dealing with the deficit and the economy, Obama said in an interview with CNBC, "I want to get a better picture of what our options are."

A Value Added Tax would hit us all. If you buy goods and services, you will pay more. The tax will be there, tucked into the price that just mysteriously went from $2.99 to $3.99. (I'm guessing on the amount here but you get my drift).

Everyone, from high paid executives to the elderly struggling to survive on a Social Security check, will have to pay the built-in VAT price hike on everything they buy.

We are already in tough economic times. Everyone is struggling to makes ends meet. To continue to spend with abandon and dream up new ways to tax even the poorest among us, our "leaders" are proving once again that they are completely out of touch with the people they are supposed to represent.

We are all tired of calling representatives who refuse to listen, but once again I issue the call to action. Let them know again you oppose this runaway spending and taxing spree they are on. Let them know that they do come up for election: if not this cycle, then on the next. Let them know we will remember and will put them on the unemployment line.

Find a candidate you can support in this election cycle and vote new people in, people who will represent you and listen to your concerns instead of the corrupt party leaders.

If we don't, they will surely tax and spend us into the poorhouse and then will tax the poorhouse out of existence as well!

Obama to Visit Asheville, NC This Weekend

I started hearing reports last week that the POTUS and family were coming to Asheville, NC this weekend. Just short, one paragraph reports. In today's local paper an article finally longer than a paragraph noted the planned visit.

The Asheville paper had more details here, here, and here.

Details are sketchy, it seems POTUS wants privacy during his vacation. Maybe he'll finally get in a round of golf at the Grove Park Inn.

Granny’s Back

I just went through a period of TBTP (too busy to post). I've been busy doing some campaigning for Dr. Dan Eichenbaum. He is running for the North Carolina 11^th District Congressional seat in this year's Republican Primary. The field is packed with RINO'S candidates, but in unofficial polling, Dr. Dan seems to have the lead. The primary is on May 4^th and I will report here on the results. In the meantime, wherever you are, if you have a few dollars to spare, you can contribute here.

I was depressed too… all the cheering and celebration by the liberal/progressives over the Health Care Bill passage made me sick to my stomach. I even had an argument with my nephew because he thought the passage of the bill meant he now had free health care. Yes, like RIGHT NOW, immediately after the signing into law part. Sigh… I tried to help him understand, but he is suffering from terminal liberalism.

I even tried to ignore the news. Hard to do when you are addicted to the Fox News Channel and live with a likewise addicted spouse. But I tried. I only threatened to throw something at the television when the Liar in Chief was making another of his multiple daily appearances. (When does this man get in any work? Oh, that's right, he doesn't.)

Many things are happening that make me believe they (the Obama regime) are trying to overload us with so much that we simply all give up step back from the massiveness of it all. After working through it in my own little pea brain (see, I admit it, liberals), I think we can make it through this bull shit crisis overload and prevail. I learned as a child growing up on a farm that when bull shit manure blocks your path you can step over it, go around it, or kick it out of the way (the latter is somewhat risky if it's fresh). Whatever we choose, we can outwit and outvote the liberal's. Keep the faith on that. It can be done and we will be successful.

So, Granny's back online and ready to keep fighting to save our country from those who would do Her in for their idealistic socialistic dreams. Let's roll Patriots! November is coming!

 

 

 

EichenBOMB Washington - Great Patriot Money Bomb

On April 18th 1775 At the start of the War of American Independence, US patriot Paul Revere rode from Charleston to Lexington, warning people that British troops were advancing….

Liberty Candidates are letting us know that we need to win our American Independence back with Limited Government, Personal Responsibility, Individual Freedom, Fiscal Restraint and a Free Market Economy Based on Sound Money.

Dr. Dan is standing for election to Congress in NC 11 as a Constitutionally based, principled Republican. He is running a truly grassroots campaign, unencumbered by special interests and party politics. As such, When Dr. Dan gets to Washington, he will have no favors to repay, and he will be beholden to no one but the United States Constitution and his constituents.

Dr. Dan is working very hard to get through the primary and then it's on to the general in November to beat Shuler. We are asking all Dr. Dan supporters to please dig deep in their pockets and contribute as much to the campaign as you can afford to contribute. Every penny counts and will be put to good use in taking our country back!

Contributions can be made from the website at:

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If you prefer to contribute by check, please send to:

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