Hillary Clinton (and President Obama) released videos to make sure we are all politically correct and appeasing our Muslim friends on this day of Eid ul-Fitr also known as “Eid”. Now I have no problem with recognizing that our country is “religion neutral” when it comes to our government and that we are a welcoming country that doesn’t persecute those of other religions. You know, like some of those, er… Muslim countries.
The problem is the lavish praise of Muslims that I don’t see coming from these people toward Christians. It’s that Ms. Clinton - not a known practicing Muslim at least - acts as if she is one. “I’m delighted to celebrate…” she says. Let’s see if this same tone comes from the White House about Christmas.
Hello, and Eid Mubarak. I’m delighted to celebrate the end of Ramadan by wishing all of you a happy Eid. In 1996, my husband and I were privileged to host the first ever White House Eid celebration, which has now become a tradition. And this year, I hosted an Iftar at the State Department, with Muslims and non-Muslims attending. We hope that reinforces every year that all faiths have a home here in the United States. For Muslims all over the world, Eid ul-Fitr marks the end of a holy month of fasting and prayer. This time of self-reflection reminds us that the values of Islam – charity, community, cooperation, compassion – are values which we hold dear as Americans and which have contributed so much to American culture. As President Obama said in Cairo, the United States seeks a new beginning with Muslims around the world, one based on mutual interest and mutual respect. We know there is more that unites peoples of faith than divides us. So as Ramadan draws to a close, let us hold on to that spirit of community throughout the year to achieve our common goals of peace, prosperity, and stability. And I wish all of you a very happy year as well. Thank you.
Everyone is familiar with the courage of Joe Wilson, Republican representative from South Carolina. Simply put, he was right. And as a patriot, he was right to speak out. Without his outburst, the media would have glossed over the lies that had been put forth by President Obama. Now there is the opportunity for a platform, if the Republican leadership is willing to take it. Point out the lies of Obama. Point out that he actually called people liars in his own speech. Point out that he is the one that said he would call people out, and guess what? He got called out.
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In a continuing sign of the times (here, here), Dems are bringing out the astroturf to create the illusion of support for socialized medicine, er.. national health care, er.. health care reform, I mean health “insurance” reform. Yeah, that’s it. Health Insurance Reform.
According to Chris Frates at Politico, Democrats are planning hundreds of rallies and phone banks to show that despite the polls and overwhelming “actual” grass roots displays against it, Americans still hope for change.
I’m sure there won’t be any underhanded methods of keeping opposition out of these rallies. I’m sure the president and his staff will stay out of the fray. I’m sure there won’t be any union thuggery going on. I’m sure there won’t be any misreporting on what’s actually happening.
And I’m glad I recently bought some new undies and pants because I’m sure that monkeys are about to fly out of my…
Bob Greene postulates about the possibility of stopping Saturday mail delivery at CNN Commentary and it brings up an obvious question. Well a few obvious questions, not the least of which is “if competition is good for the health insurance companies, then why don’t we allow true competition for the Postal Service?” But that’s for a different post.
The question I have is “and what does this tell us about the possibility of government control of health care?” Now, you left wing nutjobs can espouse “it’s not government control, it’s just an option” and the ridiculous “it won’t be taxpayer subsidized” all you want. The goal is as - it has always been - single payer, universal, required healthcare. Because it’s a “right”. Right?
So what happens in a government program when it runs out of money? You either cut services or you go out and get more money from the taxpayers. But just the “rich” ones. And then you adjust what is “rich”. One thing you certainly don’t do is trim the fat. Especially when that fat is unionized inflated salaries that don’t have any competition to keep them market-based. No, you go get the government to steal more of what other people have produced. What happens when other people’s money runs out, as the great Margaret Thatcher once said? But that’s for another post as well.
The problem I have is envisioning this government option and what happens when it is run like everything else government run - Medicare, TARP, IRS, the “Stimulus Plan” that has hardly seen a “shovel-ready” shovel lifted, Amtrak, and most notably the US Postal Service.
Now USPS is considering the end of Saturday delivery to cut $3 billion out of their $7 billion shortfall. After all, Saturday services aren’t essential.
So what happens when (not if, when) the government-run bureaucracy ends up with a billions upon billions shortfall in the providing of health care services? It doesn’t take a big leap forward to reach the possibility of the cutting of services. God forbid they reduce the workforce or wages or find inefficiencies to eliminate. There will always be some political reason to keep employees on and fat right where it is. So get ready for “no non-essential care on weekends or government holidays” with Obamacare. Oh, or after work hours on those other days either.
If you look on the upper right, you’ll see a new “Notable Quotes” section. We’re gathering some of our favorite quotes about life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness as envisioned by the great leaders of this country (and others as well).
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Pictures are worth a thousand words. OK, maybe we need to change that. Since “trillion is the new billion” maybe a picture is now worth a million words.
“FedEx increased its revenue and earnings against the backdrop of a sluggish U.S. economy,” said Frederick W. Smith, FedEx Corp. chairman, president and chief executive officer.
The U.S. Postal Service ended its second quarter (Jan 1 – March 31) with a net loss of $1.9 billion, as the economic recession and longer-term financial pressures, such as the diversion of letter mail to electronic alternatives, continued to reduce mail volume and revenue. Despite aggressive actions to reduce costs and grow revenue, the Postal Service will likely face a cash shortfall of over $1.5 billion at the end of the fiscal year.
Yeah, please gimme some o’ that good old gubment healthcare. I’m sure it will be really, really good…
And so the government isn’t going to subsidize this? Oh, cool! So that whole CBO stuff about it costing a cool quarter trill was a gaffe of some sort? That’s good to know. Then please, do go on!
I don’t have the time or resources to raise my own cows for beef or milk, or to get the leather from them for my belt or shoes. So I buy them from someone who does. But what if I just got them for free? What would happen to those that spent the time and resources to bring those things to market? They would likely go away, or at least, not spend as much time and resources creating the goods I need.
The same is true for information. I can’t track down all of the issues of the day, so I get them from others like Michelle Malkin, RedState, NewsBusters and others who spend their time and resources. How are they paid? With book deals and sales, or with web advertising. Where’s George Soros’ evil conservative twin brother when you need him right?
But I’m getting more and more of this information via twitter and other outlets that don’t generate any revenue for these vital sources of information. And they need support.
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If by the mere force of numbers a majority should deprive a minority of any clearly written constitutional right, it might, in a moral point of view, justify revolution — Abraham Lincoln
