To you and yours, a Happy and Blessed Easter.
Betsy
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Are we right to protest or just irrationally angry?
There has been discussion on some cable news channels concerning the actual purpose of the Tax Day Tea Parties. The organizers and participants were criticized for protesting taxes but not wanting to give up anything in return.
There was a comment made that the protesters, of course, have the right to protest, but perhaps do not have a solid agenda.
I think these folks are missing the point. Perhaps these criticisms are brought about because these protesters are not as seasoned as the average activist. Perhaps they do not articulate the agenda as a memorized pamphlet. I will be so bold as to say, however, that these activist, these protesters, these regular citizens know exactly why they are there. They do not recognize their own country any longer. They feel that they can be silent no more. They believe that their elected officials should reflect their values and goals; not an agenda that was hidden until after being sworn in. I believe the agenda is very solid. They are mad, very mad, about many decisions being made for them in Washington. Perhaps not "taxation without representation", but "policy and lawmaking under FALSE representation"
Here is why I will be attending:
1. I do not believe that spending what we do not have will pull us out of a black-hole economy. I DO believe in capitalism. It may be a hard road back, but the road back is there and waiting.
2. I do not believe the government has the right to fire people, make policy, or dictate pay of any privately owned business, no matter how messed up they are. If they are so messed up, let them fail and help the unemployed. (Minus the upper echelon)
3. I believe Congress needs to take responsibility instead of trying to point the finger to everyone else. They make the laws and policies. Then hide when the consequences come calling.
4. I believe that nationalized health care is not the answer. The "investment" that was proposed was really a down payment to socialism.
5. I believe there is more to come if we do not stand up now.
I am probably forgetting something. There seems to be something new and unbelievable everyday. How can anyone with a normal life keep up? Perhaps that is what the far-left is hoping. I hope to disappoint.
Betsy
There was a comment made that the protesters, of course, have the right to protest, but perhaps do not have a solid agenda.
I think these folks are missing the point. Perhaps these criticisms are brought about because these protesters are not as seasoned as the average activist. Perhaps they do not articulate the agenda as a memorized pamphlet. I will be so bold as to say, however, that these activist, these protesters, these regular citizens know exactly why they are there. They do not recognize their own country any longer. They feel that they can be silent no more. They believe that their elected officials should reflect their values and goals; not an agenda that was hidden until after being sworn in. I believe the agenda is very solid. They are mad, very mad, about many decisions being made for them in Washington. Perhaps not "taxation without representation", but "policy and lawmaking under FALSE representation"
Here is why I will be attending:
1. I do not believe that spending what we do not have will pull us out of a black-hole economy. I DO believe in capitalism. It may be a hard road back, but the road back is there and waiting.
2. I do not believe the government has the right to fire people, make policy, or dictate pay of any privately owned business, no matter how messed up they are. If they are so messed up, let them fail and help the unemployed. (Minus the upper echelon)
3. I believe Congress needs to take responsibility instead of trying to point the finger to everyone else. They make the laws and policies. Then hide when the consequences come calling.
4. I believe that nationalized health care is not the answer. The "investment" that was proposed was really a down payment to socialism.
5. I believe there is more to come if we do not stand up now.
I am probably forgetting something. There seems to be something new and unbelievable everyday. How can anyone with a normal life keep up? Perhaps that is what the far-left is hoping. I hope to disappoint.
Betsy
Pirates....
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,514635,00.html
I'm just wondering when the current administration is going to do something? Here we are, the most powerful nation in the world and our President can not figure out what to do about a rag tag element ambushing our shipping, and kidnapping our citizens.
Now I know discretion is called for, since they have a hostage. But this is exactly what Navy SEALS and Marines train for. Instead we have the FBI being flown in to negotiate. I thought we didn't negotiate with terrorists? Make no mistake, there is no difference between these "pirates" and terrorists. These are the same type of men who fought our brave Delta Operators, Rangers, and 10th Mountain Soldiers in Mogadishu.
In conclusion, I don't believe there is any surprise in the fact that these pirates never attacked US shipping during President Bush's term. They know what he would have done, and feared it. They do not fear Obama nor do they respect him. I think this is a very powerful indicator of what the world really thinks of him.
Betsy
I'm just wondering when the current administration is going to do something? Here we are, the most powerful nation in the world and our President can not figure out what to do about a rag tag element ambushing our shipping, and kidnapping our citizens.
Now I know discretion is called for, since they have a hostage. But this is exactly what Navy SEALS and Marines train for. Instead we have the FBI being flown in to negotiate. I thought we didn't negotiate with terrorists? Make no mistake, there is no difference between these "pirates" and terrorists. These are the same type of men who fought our brave Delta Operators, Rangers, and 10th Mountain Soldiers in Mogadishu.
In conclusion, I don't believe there is any surprise in the fact that these pirates never attacked US shipping during President Bush's term. They know what he would have done, and feared it. They do not fear Obama nor do they respect him. I think this is a very powerful indicator of what the world really thinks of him.
Betsy
Friday, April 10, 2009
Congress and Tea Parties
I just read this, and was pretty surprised.
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/04/09/tax-day-tea-party-protests-garner-support-repulican-lawmakers/
If members of Congress are planning to attend the Tax Day Tea Party protests on April 15, they're keeping awfully quiet about it.
The tea party movement has garnered nationwide attention since its launch on Feb. 27, and scores if not hundreds of tea parties are expected to be held across the country on Wednesday.
But so far, FOXNews.com has found only two members of Congress -- both Republicans -- who have committed to attending the demonstrations on the day income taxes are due.
Sen. Jim DeMint of South Carolina and Texas Rep. John Culberson, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, say they will attend the protests to show their opposition to the government's massive spending bill. That leaves roughly 530 senators and congressmen who haven't been heard from.
I'm surprised and confused. I thought that the Republican Congressmen and Women that we elected stood for smaller government and less taxes? For standing up and doing what was right. So why is there only two attending Tea Party Protests?
The Tea Party was designed and started to stand for these very principles. Are they scared to publicly stand up to the President, Pelosi, and Reid? I sure hope not, because if this is a sign of things to come, I'll be finding someone else to vote for in a year and a half.
Thank You to Senator DeMint and Representative Culberson. You truly are in the right place representing all of us.
Betsy
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/04/09/tax-day-tea-party-protests-garner-support-repulican-lawmakers/
If members of Congress are planning to attend the Tax Day Tea Party protests on April 15, they're keeping awfully quiet about it.
The tea party movement has garnered nationwide attention since its launch on Feb. 27, and scores if not hundreds of tea parties are expected to be held across the country on Wednesday.
But so far, FOXNews.com has found only two members of Congress -- both Republicans -- who have committed to attending the demonstrations on the day income taxes are due.
Sen. Jim DeMint of South Carolina and Texas Rep. John Culberson, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, say they will attend the protests to show their opposition to the government's massive spending bill. That leaves roughly 530 senators and congressmen who haven't been heard from.
I'm surprised and confused. I thought that the Republican Congressmen and Women that we elected stood for smaller government and less taxes? For standing up and doing what was right. So why is there only two attending Tea Party Protests?
The Tea Party was designed and started to stand for these very principles. Are they scared to publicly stand up to the President, Pelosi, and Reid? I sure hope not, because if this is a sign of things to come, I'll be finding someone else to vote for in a year and a half.
Thank You to Senator DeMint and Representative Culberson. You truly are in the right place representing all of us.
Betsy
Scary News Story UK
I saw this news article and it worried me. The UK has had issues with home grown terrorism and other country's diasporas that reside there. The implication for us is, this is far from over with. There are evil men out there that still want to inflict harm on us.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,514026,00.html
A desperate search was under way in Britain Thursday night for the terrorist bomb factory from which a suspected Al Qaeda cell planned to launch a devastating attack in Manchester, possibly as soon as Easter.
Hours after Britain’s most senior counter-terrorism officer resigned in disgrace, police operations were concentrating on a rundown block of apartments east of Liverpool's city center.
The block was cordoned off and large quantities of material were seized for examination. People were evacuated from the area, which had been rented out by a private landlord to foreign students.
Pakistan has criticized Britain’s immigration system and offered to help with security checks on foreign students after it emerged that the majority of those arrested in connection with the alleged terror plot entered the country on student visas.
Betsy
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,514026,00.html
A desperate search was under way in Britain Thursday night for the terrorist bomb factory from which a suspected Al Qaeda cell planned to launch a devastating attack in Manchester, possibly as soon as Easter.
Hours after Britain’s most senior counter-terrorism officer resigned in disgrace, police operations were concentrating on a rundown block of apartments east of Liverpool's city center.
The block was cordoned off and large quantities of material were seized for examination. People were evacuated from the area, which had been rented out by a private landlord to foreign students.
Pakistan has criticized Britain’s immigration system and offered to help with security checks on foreign students after it emerged that the majority of those arrested in connection with the alleged terror plot entered the country on student visas.
Betsy
Thursday, April 9, 2009
VP Biden....Yes He's Lost It
Well most of us are questioning just what the heck the current administration is up to. But this sets a new low.
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/first100days/2009/04/09/rove-calls-biden-liar-bush-aides-challenge-vps-boasts/
As Karl Rove said, he's a liar. The fact that he is our Vice President only makes things worse. The biggest problem is this kind of activity permeates our entire Presidents administration.
Betsy
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/first100days/2009/04/09/rove-calls-biden-liar-bush-aides-challenge-vps-boasts/
As Karl Rove said, he's a liar. The fact that he is our Vice President only makes things worse. The biggest problem is this kind of activity permeates our entire Presidents administration.
Betsy
Latest Information About Kansas City Tea Party
Here is the latest info about the Kansas City Tea Party. Lets get ready to send a message to Washington!
http://kcmogop.blogspot.com/
Betsy
http://kcmogop.blogspot.com/
Betsy
Great Article About Tea Parties
This was a great article. I had to point it out in case you missed it. More great reasons why Ill be at the Tea Party next week.
http://foxforum.blogs.foxnews.com/2009/04/08/roff_tea_parties-2/
No one in the modern Tea Party movement is arguing that the taxes, the spending and the borrowing that has thus far been the hallmark of Obama and the Congressional Democrats’ plan for America amounts to taxation without representation. But they will argue that the larger principle, that the federal government’s current largess is unfair is very much a matter for discussion. Why? Because Washington has obligated all of us, and our children, to pay the costs of cleaning up a mess largely created by government in the first place — just as King George III looked to the colonies to help fund his global competition with the French monarchy. And, again just like King George III, Obama and the Democrats want to make us believe they are doing it for our own good and in our own best interests.
And, just like our forefathers in the Sons of Liberty, the metaphorical tea is headed straight to the bottom of the Harbor.
Betsy
http://foxforum.blogs.foxnews.com/2009/04/08/roff_tea_parties-2/
No one in the modern Tea Party movement is arguing that the taxes, the spending and the borrowing that has thus far been the hallmark of Obama and the Congressional Democrats’ plan for America amounts to taxation without representation. But they will argue that the larger principle, that the federal government’s current largess is unfair is very much a matter for discussion. Why? Because Washington has obligated all of us, and our children, to pay the costs of cleaning up a mess largely created by government in the first place — just as King George III looked to the colonies to help fund his global competition with the French monarchy. And, again just like King George III, Obama and the Democrats want to make us believe they are doing it for our own good and in our own best interests.
And, just like our forefathers in the Sons of Liberty, the metaphorical tea is headed straight to the bottom of the Harbor.
Betsy
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
False Tea Parties
DO NOT BE FOOLED! The Tea Party is the 15th. See the below link and key excerpts.
http://smartgirlpolitics.ning.com/profiles/blogs/group-to-undermine-tea-parties
Obama's new “Way Forward” front group is setting up nationwide rallies to undercut our Tea Parties – and undermine our entire banking system. And I need your help now to stop them!
Just this morning, I received word that a new radical organization calling itself “A New Way Forward” has put together an underhanded sneak attack designed to undercut the popular uprising known as the Tea Party movement. You may already be part of the Tea Party movement – in fact I hope you are. So, I knew you would want to know what the far left is up to now.
Simply put, their idea is to stage phony rallies throughout the country on April 11th made to look like they are part of the Tea Party movement – while actually opposing Tea Party principles and supporting the complete government takeover of our banking system.
If you are invited to any such protest, please read the small print and make sure you are backing your conscience and not someone else's.
Betsy
http://smartgirlpolitics.ning.com/profiles/blogs/group-to-undermine-tea-parties
Obama's new “Way Forward” front group is setting up nationwide rallies to undercut our Tea Parties – and undermine our entire banking system. And I need your help now to stop them!
Just this morning, I received word that a new radical organization calling itself “A New Way Forward” has put together an underhanded sneak attack designed to undercut the popular uprising known as the Tea Party movement. You may already be part of the Tea Party movement – in fact I hope you are. So, I knew you would want to know what the far left is up to now.
Simply put, their idea is to stage phony rallies throughout the country on April 11th made to look like they are part of the Tea Party movement – while actually opposing Tea Party principles and supporting the complete government takeover of our banking system.
If you are invited to any such protest, please read the small print and make sure you are backing your conscience and not someone else's.
Betsy
Obama's Apology Tour
I'm just sitting here wondering why our President has felt it necessary to go on a world tour apologizing to everyone for the United States? Here's a couple quickie facts....
1. The United States has given more or our young men and women defending other people and countries then anyone else in history.
2. The United States has given more money as a government to other governments and private entities then any other country.
3. Our private citizens in the United States have given more charitable donations to others then any other country.
Here is another example. Our private citizens are continually traveling to China to do humanitarian assistance and adopt chinese babies. But, the Chinese Government is the number one buyer of US Treasury Bills. Why can they buy our TBills, further indebting us to them, while our Citizens are spending their money to help chinese citizens. Does any of this make sense?
I'm puzzled why, after all of this, we should be apologizing. If people don't want our help, well maybe we should just stop giving it. I wonder how long the rest of the world would go without our assistance.
Betsy
1. The United States has given more or our young men and women defending other people and countries then anyone else in history.
2. The United States has given more money as a government to other governments and private entities then any other country.
3. Our private citizens in the United States have given more charitable donations to others then any other country.
Here is another example. Our private citizens are continually traveling to China to do humanitarian assistance and adopt chinese babies. But, the Chinese Government is the number one buyer of US Treasury Bills. Why can they buy our TBills, further indebting us to them, while our Citizens are spending their money to help chinese citizens. Does any of this make sense?
I'm puzzled why, after all of this, we should be apologizing. If people don't want our help, well maybe we should just stop giving it. I wonder how long the rest of the world would go without our assistance.
Betsy
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
One Week Until The Tea Party
One week until the Tea Party. Here in Kansas City it starts at 4PM at the Liberty Memorial on the 15th.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Defense Cuts....
Well I had a feeling this was coming...
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/first100days/2009/04/06/gates-calling-cuts-high-tech-weapons-programs/
Betsy
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/first100days/2009/04/06/gates-calling-cuts-high-tech-weapons-programs/
Betsy
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Geithner at it again....
I read this earlier today and wow is all I could muster.
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/first100days/2009/04/05/geithner-banks-federal-help-government-decides-executive-line/
Critics of the Obama administration's move last weekend to force out the chairman of General Motors Corp., Rick Wagoner, as a condition for possible additional federal loans say that strong government intervention contrasts with measures placed on the financial industry in return for billions in infusions.
Geithner denied there was a double standard and put banks on notice that they may need to change leadership teams in exchange for accepting more money in the future.
"If, in the future, banks need exceptional assistance in order to get through this, then we'll make sure that assistance comes with conditions, not just to protect the taxpayer but to make sure this is the kind of restructuring necessary for them to emerge stronger," he told "Face the Nation" on CBS. "And where that requires a change of management of the board, we'll do that."
I'm sorry, but when did the federal government start dictating CEO's and Boards to private companies? I'm not an expert on this, but isn't this how the United Kingdom started when they privatized industry? One of the worst events for their economy in the last 75 years.
It took the Falkland War and an unbelievable leader in the form of Margaret Thatcher to fix that situation. How far is Geithner going to try to take this??
We can not just keep throwing money at a lost cause, but taking over the private institution is not the AMERICAN answer. Of course, that brings us to the question "Should we be doing any bailouts at all?". I do not believe we should. Instead of throwing all the money at the company, put it to use in helping the people that the bankrupt company will lay off and help them find new jobs. Use the money for grants or loans to entrepreneurs or businesses willing to hire at least 50 people per $250,000. Let's get creative, let's help each other out. THAT is the AMERICAN way!
Betsy
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/first100days/2009/04/05/geithner-banks-federal-help-government-decides-executive-line/
Critics of the Obama administration's move last weekend to force out the chairman of General Motors Corp., Rick Wagoner, as a condition for possible additional federal loans say that strong government intervention contrasts with measures placed on the financial industry in return for billions in infusions.
Geithner denied there was a double standard and put banks on notice that they may need to change leadership teams in exchange for accepting more money in the future.
"If, in the future, banks need exceptional assistance in order to get through this, then we'll make sure that assistance comes with conditions, not just to protect the taxpayer but to make sure this is the kind of restructuring necessary for them to emerge stronger," he told "Face the Nation" on CBS. "And where that requires a change of management of the board, we'll do that."
I'm sorry, but when did the federal government start dictating CEO's and Boards to private companies? I'm not an expert on this, but isn't this how the United Kingdom started when they privatized industry? One of the worst events for their economy in the last 75 years.
It took the Falkland War and an unbelievable leader in the form of Margaret Thatcher to fix that situation. How far is Geithner going to try to take this??
We can not just keep throwing money at a lost cause, but taking over the private institution is not the AMERICAN answer. Of course, that brings us to the question "Should we be doing any bailouts at all?". I do not believe we should. Instead of throwing all the money at the company, put it to use in helping the people that the bankrupt company will lay off and help them find new jobs. Use the money for grants or loans to entrepreneurs or businesses willing to hire at least 50 people per $250,000. Let's get creative, let's help each other out. THAT is the AMERICAN way!
Betsy
What's the Truth??
You know, getting rid of nuclear weapons sounds nice. Even if the realism of doing so is a bit stretched by international relations and games, but that isn't really the point this morning.
It seems Obama will say whatever he needs to, to whatever crowd he is addressing, to get the applause. Everyone loves someone who agrees with them.
First off, we have the missile defense shield. Obama says it needs to be done away with. Now, he gives a speech saying it is of vital importance.
Second, we hear, "We as Americans are Arrogant" while he is addressing a European town hall meeting, but right before he leaves he gushes on the greatness of the United States. By the way, why is OUR PRESIDENT having a TOWN HALL MEETING in a town that is in ANOTHER COUNTRY. Sorry, I digress.
Third, we hear, no new taxes, but then we feel the effects of all the new taxes.
I don't know what President Obama stands for. The world does not know what the United States stands for any longer.
I wonder if the president even knows what he thinks, or is it more his administration just wants to pander to whoever they are addressing. Either way, I'm confused by them, and it's not good for America.
Betsy
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/04/05/obama-pledges-lead-world-nuclear-free-future/
It seems Obama will say whatever he needs to, to whatever crowd he is addressing, to get the applause. Everyone loves someone who agrees with them.
First off, we have the missile defense shield. Obama says it needs to be done away with. Now, he gives a speech saying it is of vital importance.
Second, we hear, "We as Americans are Arrogant" while he is addressing a European town hall meeting, but right before he leaves he gushes on the greatness of the United States. By the way, why is OUR PRESIDENT having a TOWN HALL MEETING in a town that is in ANOTHER COUNTRY. Sorry, I digress.
Third, we hear, no new taxes, but then we feel the effects of all the new taxes.
I don't know what President Obama stands for. The world does not know what the United States stands for any longer.
I wonder if the president even knows what he thinks, or is it more his administration just wants to pander to whoever they are addressing. Either way, I'm confused by them, and it's not good for America.
Betsy
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/04/05/obama-pledges-lead-world-nuclear-free-future/
Saturday, April 4, 2009
North Korea Rocket Launch
North Korea launched their rocket from all current reports. Now, I'm very curious to see how the administration handles this. Doesn't seem like North Korea got the memo on "Hope and Change"
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,512583,00.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/asiapcf/04/04/north.korea.rocket/index.html
http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSTRE53058220090405
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,512583,00.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/asiapcf/04/04/north.korea.rocket/index.html
http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSTRE53058220090405
A Fable?
There was once a Greek Philosopher named Thucydides. He lived during the Pelopponesian War between Athens and Sparta. He also published the famous book, "The History of the Pelopponesian War."
I bring Thucydides up because of what he had to say about the nation of Athens during this war. You see, Athens had stood for enlightenment, democracy, and what was right. But slowly over the course of the war, that changed. It wasn't big changes, but rather small changes that no one really stood up against.
First it was changes from a smaller government to much larger with an overflowing bureaucracy. Then it was the insistence that we are the people in power, and we know what is best, so you'll follow it or else. Then finally among there things, was a complete breakdown of their moral fabric.
In the end, Athens self-destructed. Yes, there were military victories and defeats, but all that they had said they stood for was no longer there. Athens, for all intents and purposes, was gone. The Spartans were not responsible for the fall of Athens. Athens had done it to itself.
Anytime a person, or a society starts making compromises they lose part of themselves. When this trend continues, it only gets worse.
What makes it worse is when the populace of the country just sit back and let things happen because its too hard to do something. Doing nothing is always easy, but rarely has reward.
Betsy
I bring Thucydides up because of what he had to say about the nation of Athens during this war. You see, Athens had stood for enlightenment, democracy, and what was right. But slowly over the course of the war, that changed. It wasn't big changes, but rather small changes that no one really stood up against.
First it was changes from a smaller government to much larger with an overflowing bureaucracy. Then it was the insistence that we are the people in power, and we know what is best, so you'll follow it or else. Then finally among there things, was a complete breakdown of their moral fabric.
In the end, Athens self-destructed. Yes, there were military victories and defeats, but all that they had said they stood for was no longer there. Athens, for all intents and purposes, was gone. The Spartans were not responsible for the fall of Athens. Athens had done it to itself.
Anytime a person, or a society starts making compromises they lose part of themselves. When this trend continues, it only gets worse.
What makes it worse is when the populace of the country just sit back and let things happen because its too hard to do something. Doing nothing is always easy, but rarely has reward.
Betsy
Updates from NATO Conference
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/04/04/obamas-bid-troops-afghanistan-fails/
Barack Obama made an impassioned plea to America's allies to send more troops to Afghanistan, warning that failure to do so would leave Europe vulnerable to more terrorist atrocities.
But though he continued to dazzle Europeans on his debut international tour, the Continent's leaders turned their backs on the U.S. President.
Gordon Brown was the only one to offer substantial help. He offered to send several hundred extra British soldiers to provide security during the August election, but even that fell short of the thousands of combat troops that the U.S. was hoping to prise from the prime minister.
Just two other allies made firm offers of troops. Belgium offered to send 35 military trainers and Spain offered 12. Obama's host, Nicolas Sarkozy, refused his request.
The presidential charm offensive failed to move fellow Nato countries. President Sarkozy told Obama that France would not be sending reinforcements to bolster its existing force northeast of Kabul.
http://www.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/europe/04/03/nato.summit/index.html
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article6032342.ece
Barack Obama made an impassioned plea to America's allies to send more troops to Afghanistan, warning that failure to do so would leave Europe vulnerable to more terrorist atrocities.
But though he continued to dazzle Europeans on his debut international tour, the Continent's leaders turned their backs on the U.S. President.
Gordon Brown was the only one to offer substantial help. He offered to send several hundred extra British soldiers to provide security during the August election, but even that fell short of the thousands of combat troops that the U.S. was hoping to prise from the prime minister.
Just two other allies made firm offers of troops. Belgium offered to send 35 military trainers and Spain offered 12. Obama's host, Nicolas Sarkozy, refused his request.
The presidential charm offensive failed to move fellow Nato countries. President Sarkozy told Obama that France would not be sending reinforcements to bolster its existing force northeast of Kabul.
http://www.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/europe/04/03/nato.summit/index.html
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article6032342.ece
Friday, April 3, 2009
Sharia......
I once thought that Islam, in its pure form, was a beautiful religion. It has many aspects that guide its followers to a help others, look after their body, use good hygiene, and have compassion for fellow human beings. I thought that only those that interpreted the Koran into their own extremist views were the ones who wanted all non-Muslims dead. Upon recent investigation and research, I have changed my mind. We keep on hearing about moderate Islam. How moderate Islam is so different from extremist Islam. All I have to say is......there in no longer any such a thing.
Read this link and then read on....
From Jihad Watch:
First off, Dean Koh has stated that the United States of America has committed illegal actions around the world and should be held accountable for it. Excuse me, but we have spent the last 75 years working to help the rest of the world. Working to give our own hard earned money and blood to other nations....but that is not good enough for Dean Koh.
On top of that, we are inundated with these accounts of how sharia is not a bad thing. Well, here are a few things that I have found. You decide:
1. According to the four main Islamic Schools of Law, the purpose of all Islamic People under sharia is to force non-Islamic people into submission. Yes, this means exactly what it says. It means submit. In other words, give up all freedom to them.
2. The penalty for not enforcing sharia is called being an apostate. Most people assume that postate means you were Islamic but then turned to another religion. That is only partially true. It also means someone who does not or will not enforce all of sharia. The penalty......is death. Have you ever wondered why so called, "moderate Islam", will not flat out deny extremists? It's because in many cases they would be guilty of apostate and under penalty of death.
3. Moderate Islam claims that there are no true laws that are hard and fast. Things are completely in flux. It's all open to interpretation; again...wrong. Just one example, is again, apostate. For some people the example of breaking a rule and enforcing a death penalty might sound moderate. To me, its pretty straight forward and hard core. Apostate is just an example of a hard and fast rule that is not flexible.
4. Finally, we have the example of Great Britain. Here we have a society where sharia law has come completely into conflict with the laws of the United Kingdom. Great Britain has given sharia law the ability to handle domestic disputes. Women are now lawfully being beaten by their husbands for something as insignificant as cooking the wrong thing for dinner to beheading them for wanting a divorce. Our Constitution is a precious document that can not be infringed upon in this way. Sharia can not come to fruition in his great country.
If you doubt anything I said, go and read the book, "Milestones." It can be found at any mosque, including those that say they are moderate. Just take caution, they won't make it easy to get a copy.
Betsy
Read this link and then read on....
From Jihad Watch:
First off, Dean Koh has stated that the United States of America has committed illegal actions around the world and should be held accountable for it. Excuse me, but we have spent the last 75 years working to help the rest of the world. Working to give our own hard earned money and blood to other nations....but that is not good enough for Dean Koh.
On top of that, we are inundated with these accounts of how sharia is not a bad thing. Well, here are a few things that I have found. You decide:
1. According to the four main Islamic Schools of Law, the purpose of all Islamic People under sharia is to force non-Islamic people into submission. Yes, this means exactly what it says. It means submit. In other words, give up all freedom to them.
2. The penalty for not enforcing sharia is called being an apostate. Most people assume that postate means you were Islamic but then turned to another religion. That is only partially true. It also means someone who does not or will not enforce all of sharia. The penalty......is death. Have you ever wondered why so called, "moderate Islam", will not flat out deny extremists? It's because in many cases they would be guilty of apostate and under penalty of death.
3. Moderate Islam claims that there are no true laws that are hard and fast. Things are completely in flux. It's all open to interpretation; again...wrong. Just one example, is again, apostate. For some people the example of breaking a rule and enforcing a death penalty might sound moderate. To me, its pretty straight forward and hard core. Apostate is just an example of a hard and fast rule that is not flexible.
4. Finally, we have the example of Great Britain. Here we have a society where sharia law has come completely into conflict with the laws of the United Kingdom. Great Britain has given sharia law the ability to handle domestic disputes. Women are now lawfully being beaten by their husbands for something as insignificant as cooking the wrong thing for dinner to beheading them for wanting a divorce. Our Constitution is a precious document that can not be infringed upon in this way. Sharia can not come to fruition in his great country.
If you doubt anything I said, go and read the book, "Milestones." It can be found at any mosque, including those that say they are moderate. Just take caution, they won't make it easy to get a copy.
Betsy
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