Government Cheese

I'm not sure if they even give this stuff out anymore, but sometime in my life I saw a block of government cheese. It was this generic box of Velveeta like cheese that was government issued. I remember thinking how gross it must have tasted...and thinking I hope I never have to eat that stuff. We are in the midst of such a mess in our country right now, and I am so amazed at how many people don't actually realize the situation.
What is so hard about this? If you give people a block of government cheese and $600.00 a month, they will be miserable. They will never get out of that rut. If you create a government with a strong economy and create more jobs and opportunity for better education, then you will give these people hope, and the chance for a better life. Jobs and education is what it takes to achieve the American Dream. Not a frickin' box of government cheese....

In a nut shell.....

"You cannot legislate the poor into freedom by legislating the wealthy out of freedom. What one person receives without working for, another person must work for without receiving. The government cannot give to anybody anything that the government does not first take from somebody else. When half of the people get the idea that they do not have to work because the other half is going to take care of them, and when the other half gets the idea that it does no good to work because somebody else is going to get what they work for, that my dear friend, is about the end of any nation. You cannot multiply wealth by dividing it."

The late Dr. Adrian Rogers, 1931 - 2005

Have We Lost Our Senses?

NO Mosque at Ground Zero! That's all I'm gonna say... :0(

Historical Patrick Henry quote:

"I know not what course others make take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!"
Now there's a mouthful! Right on!

Stop Spending!

We don't have a trillion-dollar debt because we haven't taxed enough; we have a trillion-dollar debt because we spend too much. -- Ronald Reagan
If I have to cut back on spending, why doesn't the government? What don't they get about we don't have enough money to pay for that???????????? They need to get a grip.

COMMON SENSE!

Remember that a government big enough to give you everything you want is also big enough to take away everything you have. -- Barry Goldwater

Cronyism Is Alive and Well....

Cronyism is partiality to long-standing friends, especially by appointing them to positions of authority, regardless of their qualifications. Hence, cronyism is contrary in practice and principle to meritocracy. Cronyism exists when the appointer and the beneficiary are in social contact; often, the appointer is inadequate to hold his or her own job or position of authority, and for this reason the appointer appoints individuals who will not try to weaken him or her, or express views contrary to those of the appointer. Politically, "cronyism" is derogatorily used. The word "crony" first appeared in 18th century London, according to the Oxford English Dictionary to be derived from the Greek word χρόνιος (chronios), meaning "long-term",[1] however, crony appears in the 1811 edition of Grose's Vulgar Tongue with a decidedly non-collegiate definition, placing it firmly in the cant of the underworld.[2] A less likely source is the Irish term Comh-Roghna [koˈronə],[dubious – discuss] which translates to "close pals", or mutual friends.

Governments are particularly susceptible to accusations of cronyism, as they spend public money. Many democratic governments are encouraged to practice administrative transparency in accounting and contracting, however, there often is no clear delineation of when an appointment to government office is "cronyism". It is not unusual for a politician to surround him- or herself with highly-qualified subordinates, and to develop social, business, or political friendships leading to the appointment to office of friends, likewise in granting government contracts. In fact, the counsel of such friends is why the officeholder successfully obtained his or her powerful position — therefore, cronyism usually is easier to perceive than to demonstrate and prove.

In the private sector, cronyism exists in organizations, often termed 'the old boys club' or 'the golden circle', again the boundary between cronyism and 'networking' is difficult to delineate.

Moreover, cronyism describes relationships existing among mutual acquaintances in private organizations where business, business information, and social interaction are exchanged among influential personnel. This is termed crony capitalism, and is an ethical breach of the principles of the market economy; in advanced economies, crony capitalism is a breach of market regulations, e.g., the Enron fraud is an extreme example of crony capitalism.

Given crony capitalism's nature, these dishonest business practices are frequently (yet not exclusively) found in societies with ineffective legal systems. Resultantly, there is an impetus upon the legislative branch of a government to ensure enforcement of the legal code capable of addressing and redressing private party manipulation of the economy by the involved businessmen and their government cronies.

The economic and social costs of cronyism are paid by society. Those costs are in the form of reduced business opportunity for the majority of the population, reduced competition in the market place, inflated consumer goods prices, decreased economic performance, inefficient business investment cycles, reduced motivation in affected organizations, and the diminution of economically productive activity. A practical cost of cronyism manifests in the poor workmanship of public and private community projects. Cronyism is self-perpetuating; cronyism then begets a culture of cronyism. This can only be apprehended by a comprehensive, effective, and enforced legal code, with empowered government agencies which can effect prosecutions in the courts.

All appointments that are suspected of being cronyism are controversial. The appointed party may choose to either suppress disquiet or ignore it, depending upon the society's level of freedom of expression and individual personal liberty.

Some instances of cronyism are readily transparent. As to others, it is only in hindsight that the qualifications of the alleged "crony" must be evaluated.
(Wikipedia)

A Little Wisdom from Sam Adams

A general dissolution of principles and manners will more surely overthrow the liberties of America than the whole force of the common enemy. While the people are virtuous they cannot be subdued; but when once they lose their virtue then will be ready to surrender their liberties to the first external or internal invader. -- Samuel Adams

Where is Ronnie When You Need Him?

Government's first duty is to protect the people, not run their lives.
Ronald Reagan

Glenn Beck: Dems love Mexico, hate Arizona

Apparently Democrats think Mexico is the land of milk and honey, because they gave Mexico's President Felipe Calderon a standing ovation (on the House floor, no less) when he bashed Arizona's immigration 'lo' as he called it. Wolf Blitzer recently interviewed Calderon, and grilled him on what he does with illegal immigrations. The answers sound eerily similar to that of --- Arizona's laws! Does Felipe Calderon 'strongly disagree' with himself? Does he think Arizona should be tougher? Or is he just a complete and total moron?

Ben Franklin, what a guy....

I am for doing good to the poor, but I differ in opinion of the means. I think the best way of doing good to the poor, is not making them easy in poverty, but leading or driving them out of it. In my youth I travelled much, and I observed in different countries, that the more public provisions were made for the poor, the less they provided for themselves, and of course became poorer. And, on the contrary, the less was done for them, the more they did for themselves, and became richer. -- Ben Franklin

Immigration

Bank of America, can I help you?
Customer: Yes, I want to cancel my account. I don't want to do business with you any longer.

The Bank: Why?

Customer: You're giving credit to illegal immigrants and I don't think it's right. I'm taking my business elsewhere.

The Bank: Well, Mr. Customer, we don't want to see you do that, but we can't stop you. I'll help you close the account. What is your account number?

Customer: (gives account number)

The Bank: For security purposes and for your protection, can you please give me the last four digits of your social security number?

Customer: No?

The Bank: Mr. Customer, I need to verify your information, but in order to help you, I'll need verification of who you are..

Customer: Why should I give you my social security number? The reason I'm closing my account is that your bank is issuing credit cards to illegal immigrants who don't have social security numbers. You are targeting that audience and want their business. Let's say I'm an illegal immigrant and you've given me a credit card. I have a question about it and call for assistance. You wouldn't be asking me for a Social Security number, would you?

The Bank: No sir, I wouldn't.

Customer: Why not?

The Bank: Because you would have pressed '2' to speak in Spanish. We don't ask for that information when calling in on the Spanish line.

If it does raise the hair on the back of your neck, then forward it to every human in the country including every representative in Washington , DC four times a week for a month.
Provided "snopes" for doubters:
http://www.snopes.com/politics/immigration/bankofamerica.asp

We are a free country, and there are laws to follow, people who come to the U.S. legally are welcomed. I know some of these people are desperate, but we have to draw the line. We are in an economic mess, we will never be able to help others if we lose all we have here.

Ronald Reagan

Trust, but verify.
Ronald Reagan
I must admit, I am a Ronald Reagan fan. Didn't realize how much until lately. Where is he when we need him? Turning over in his grave I would imagine!

Reagan....

Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.
Ronald Reagan

Socialism

so·cial·ism   /ˈsoʊʃəˌlɪzəm/ Show Spelled[soh-shuh-liz-uhm] Show IPA
–noun
1.a theory or system of social organization that advocates the vesting of the ownership and control of the means of production and distribution, of capital, land, etc., in the community as a whole.
2.procedure or practice in accordance with this theory.
3.(in Marxist theory) the stage following capitalism in the transition of a society to communism, characterized by the imperfect implementation of collectivist principles.
* #3 is key....the stage following capitlaism to communism.
If you didn't know this, now you do. Wake up, get involed, vote, and save our country and the life we know and love. Common Sense!

Socialist! socialism!

UGH! What the heck? What are we thinking? I cannot even talk or write about it.......wake up people! COMMON SENSE!

If anyone cares...

If anyone cares about my opinion...here it is.
I am so thankful that I have health care. I am blessed. I want everyone to have it. I want the government to help and provide for people in need, disabled, and for the children.
What I DON'T want is universal, government controlled health care!!!! I can figure this out on my own. The government does not have to tell me how and what to do with my health! Why do they not get this? Who do they think they are? They need to clean up the fraud, corruption and mess they have in medicare. That's where the focus should be. Look at the mess it is in? If they can't get what they have now in order, why do they think they can manage the whole country's health plan? Give it up, do something constructive, and fix what we already have, if that's possible...common sense, please!

Reconciliation to pass health care...

If this is the route he goes...seal the coffin. His hope for re-election is dead. He and Charlie Rangel can join Bill Clinton and do some community service so they can feel better about themselves.

Healthcare....

Does it ever end? Yes, there are problems within the health care system, yes there are people in need, yes there is corruption in medicare, yada yada yada....so fix the problems. It's that simple. Quit trying to control the whole industry! Quit campaigning, quit talking, get off TV and do your job..now there's a thought, actually, there's some common sense!

Do the Right Thing!

Common sense....just Do the right thing!
This is #32 on the list of tips for 2010, what a mouthful!
food for thought :)

GIVE

God is good. If you have faith and do what He would have you do, you will find in your heart to give. Give to others what ever you can....whether it be, money, donations, food, service, love, prayer, whatever...the world can be a better place and we can all help it get there. It will please God.....just a little spiritual "common sense"! Let them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share. I Timothy 6:18

Scott Brown Victory!

Wow! I have new restored faith in the American people! What an amazing thing to see unfold. I'm not going to say anything more, just going to gloat.....

2010.....What's in Store?

Who Knows? The only good thing I can see, is we are one year closer to getting rid of certain elected officials, Nancy, Harry...you get the picture.....Happy New Year!