Liberty and Tyranny by Mark Levin

    I went hiking on the Big Dry Creek Trail in Westminster recently with Mark Levin.  Actually, I was listening to his audio-book, Liberty and Tyranny: A Conservative Manifesto.  Levin is a radio talk show host and an out-spoken Constitutional Conservative and Originalist.    He covers a range of important issues that are facing our country today. These include the Free Market, the Environment, Immigration, and the Welfare State to name a few. Each chapter focuses on his conservative belief on the topic, and he challenges the opposing viewpoint of what he calls the Statist. He leaves no room for compromise with his firm stands.

    The first chapter describes the differences between the "Statist" and the "Conservative."  Statists believe that man's life and work belong to the state.  Levin identifies a statist system, whether communist, fascist, Nazi, socialist or welfare state, as one that is based on the government’s unlimited power.   Levin identifies with principled conservatives who stand up for limited government, the freedom of the individual, capitalism, and personal property rights. Levin calls on conservatives to stop statists from trashing our constitution and trying to fundamentally transform our society into some kind of centrally controlled socialist utopia. The argument is no longer about Republican and Democrat. The argument has become whether we should stand for our founding principles of freedom and liberty, or fundamentally transform our country.  Levin believes that the Democrat Party has been hijacked by the Statists whose agenda it is to push America toward a European style of government. The conservative, according to Levin, is almost impotent to prevent this from happening, partly because the conservative has not engaged in politics in the way the Statist has, therefore the conservative has been caught off guard like a deer in headlights.

    In the second chapter, Levin begins with an overview of our country as a constitutional republic and how we got here. He then states clearly his book's theme and rallying cry -- Conservatives must know the philosophical foundations for the principles they purport to advance in order to defend liberty from the "soft tyranny" of modern liberalism. Levin calls up the likes of DeTouqeville, Adam Smith and many other to give a true history of conservative thought. Once we understand where conservatism comes from, it becomes very easy to see how far we are from that reality now. In addition to the history, Levin outlines the true conservative view of many of the issues we are dealing with today. 

    Chapter Three, On Faith and the Founding, goes into great detail going back to the founding fathers and what influenced them into drafting the Constitution the way they did.  Levin logically lays out what has made the United States of America different from all other nations in the history of humanity. He re-introduces us to the founders and framers, and those people who inspired them long ago. At its most basic elements, our country was founded on the ideals of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, and that we have these rights conferred on us, not by man or government, but by Natural Law, which originates with the Creator. Levin puts us back in touch with our founding doctrines, which are at the very heart of what conservatism is and has always been.  He accurately summarizes all of the ideas that led up to the 13 Colonies breaking away from Great Britain and eventually establishing their own country. Levin does a great job in this book of explaining how our Constitution has enabled us to be a free nation for more than 230 years. Levin then details how the liberal (and some so-called conservative) political elite rejects the notion of American Exceptionalism and seek to surrender voluntarily the sovereignty our forefathers fought and died to give and to preserve for us. 

    Chapter 4, On the Constitution, Levin provides basic explanations of the founding principles of America, such as individual liberty, individual rights. Levin describes the reasons for gun rights and property rights, in addition to free speech, press and religion, and why they are necessary and how any government can creep toward tyranny without these checks on its power in place.  He discusses how the Constitution has evolved as well as how it has been misinterpreted.  He explains how politicians have by-passed the Constitution to take away more and more of our freedoms, all in the name of building a utopian society.  Levin goes on to meticulously explaining the principles of classic conservative philosophy of "prudent" progress, of a government that is subservient to the people (rather than the other way around), the fundamental truth that rights are not derived from the government but from a higher power, that the free market system more than any other in history provides the best, most efficient and most just opportunity for individual prosperity as well as for the general welfare.  Levin outlines the intent of the framers in writing the Constitution and discusses the Federalist Papers. He further outlines the attempts to circumvent the Constitution since the time of Hoover and the dangers to the freedoms we citizens hold dear. 

    In Chapter 5, On Federalism, describes how the federal government has gotten far too big, is grasping for too much power over our lives and is in serious need of common sense as put forth throughout this book, which Levin calls a "Conservative Manifesto."  Levin supports principled conservative politicians who stand up for limited government, the freedom of the individual, capitalism, and personal property rights.  Levin then touches on some good ideas such as a flat tax and elimination of the department of education.  

    In Chapter 6, On the Free Market, Levin exposes the myth of the New Deal, a myth that should have died in the 30s. As late as April 1939 (more than 6 years after Roosevelt had been in office) the unemployment rate spiked up past 20%. Objectively speaking, the New Deal was a complete failure. 

    Chapter 7 addresses the welfare state.  Levin provides alarming statistics such as the fact that we now have 54 million people drawing Social Security/SSI checks.  Levin describes the failures of socialized medicine in European countries.  He mentions how it works so poorly in the UK that dentists do not work once their yearly quotas have been reached because they don't get paid to do anything beyond their quota.  He tells the sad story of Barbara Wagner of Oregon who was not offered life-extending cancer treatments due to cost but was offered a free doctor-assisted suicide instead which may be a harbinger of things to come.  Levin seeks the elimination of Medicaid and restoring Medicare and Social Security to their original intent as entitlements that kick in at an age past life expectancy (~75 years now). Levin makes a strong case that something needs to be done about entitlement programs now.  I was hoping that he would mention corporate welfare, but that is not covered in this chapter.

    In Chapter 8, On Enviro-statism, begins with a long history of DDT and how this highly effective mosquito repellent could save thousands of lives if not for irrational statist fears.  He describes how government regulation such as CAFE standards for cars have resulted in more Americans deaths in car accidents than soldiers have died in wars. 

    Chapter 9 deals with immigration, and Levin rails against illegal immigration.  This chapter is strong, but laden with statistics. It is interesting to note that Cesar Chavez was against illegal immigration because competition from illegal immigrants lowered wages for the United Farm Workers.  Other interesting facts that Levine cites are that 9% of Mexico's population is living in the United States and 27% of Mexico's labor forces works in the United States for 1/3 of their formal wage earnings. The comments from Mexico about how it considers the American Southwest to still be part of Mexico are alarming. 

In Chapter 10, On Self-Preservation, Levin provides a well-thought out list of ideas that conservatives will have to implement if the nation is to improve. Some of Levin's suggestions include establishing a legislative veto over Supreme Court decisions, and reforming our tax system with a flat tax to help facilitate job creation and an economic recovery.

    Levin ends with a flourish with a section about international treaties and conventions that emphasize "global citizenship" vs. the true purpose of government which is to protect our rights, as noted by Locke, Jefferson and Bastiat.

    I found this book to be an intelligent, well-written, cogent articulation of conservatism and statism in modern American. No matter what your perspective, ideology, or political leaning, you will be educated in a foundational understanding of Conservatism after reading this book.  You may or may not agree with some of the views presented, but you'll almost surely finish better informed on the challenges facing our country today and tomorrow.

WOW! She Did It Again!!!

Australia says NO -- Second Time she has done this!

She sure isn't backing down on her hard line stance and one has to appreciate her belief in the rights of her native countrymen.

A breath of fresh air to see someone lead. Australian Prime Minister does it again!!

The whole world needs a leader like this!

Prime Minister Julia Gillard - Australia

Muslims who want to live under Islamic Sharia law were told on Wednesday to get out of Australia, as the government targeted radicals in a bid to head off potential terror attacks.

Separately, Gillard angered some Australian Muslims on Wednesday by saying she supported spy agencies monitoring the nation's mosques. Quote: 'IMMIGRANTS, NOT AUSTRALIANS, MUST ADAPT... Take It Or Leave It. I am tired of this nation worrying about whether we are offending some individual or their culture. Since the terrorist attacks on Bali , we have experienced a surge in patriotism by the majority of Australians.'

'This culture has been developed over two centuries of struggles, trials and victories by millions of men and women who have sought freedom.'

'We speak mainly ENGLISH, not Spanish, Lebanese, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any other language. Therefore, if you wish to become part of our society, learn the language!'

'Most Australians believe in God. This is not some Christian, right wing, political push, but a fact, because Christian men and women, on Christian principles, founded this nation, and this is clearly documented. It is certainly appropriate to display it on the walls of our schools. If God offends you, then I suggest you consider another part of the world as your new home, because God is part of our culture.'

'We will accept your beliefs, and will not question why. All we ask is that you accept ours, and live in harmony and peaceful enjoyment with us.'

'This is OUR COUNTRY, OUR LAND, and OUR LIFESTYLE, and we will allow you every opportunity to enjoy all this. But once you are done complaining, whining, and griping about Our Flag, Our Pledge, Our Christian beliefs, or Our Way of Life, I highly encourage you take advantage of one other great Australian freedom, 'THE RIGHT TO LEAVE'.'

'If you aren't happy here then LEAVE. We didn't force you to come here. You asked to be here. So accept the country YOU accepted.'

NOTE: IF we circulate this amongst ourselves in Canada & USA , WE will find the courage to start speaking and voicing the same truths.

If you agree please SEND THIS ON and ON, to as many people as you know...   

Enjoy this one

Billy Graham was returning

to Charlotte after a speaking engagement and when his Plane arrived

there was a limousine there to transport him to his home.

As he

prepared to get into the limo, he stopped and spoke to the

driver.

'You know' he said, 'I am

87 years old and I have never

Driven a limousine. Would you mind if

I drove it for a while?'

The driver

said,

'No problem. Have at

it.'

Billy gets into the

driver's seat and they head off

Down the highway. A short

distance away

Sat a rookie State Trooper operating his first speed

trap.  

The long black limo went by

him doing 70 in a 55 mph zone.

  The trooper pulled out

And easily caught the limo

And he got out of his patrol car to

begin the procedure.

The young trooper walked up to the driver's

door

And when the glass

Was rolled down,

He was surprised to see

Who was driving.

He immediately excused

himself and went back to his car

And called his

supervisor.

He told the supervisor,

'I know we are supposed

To enforce the law....But I also

know that

Important people are

Given certain courtesies.

I need to know what

I should do because

I have stopped a

Very Important Person.'

The supervisor

asked, 

'Is it the

governor?'

The young trooper

said, 

'No, he's more important

Than that.'

The supervisor said,

'Oh, so it's the

president.'

The young trooper said,

'No, he's even more

Important than that.'

The supervisor finally

asked,

'Well then, who is

it?'

The young trooper

said,

'I think it's Jesus,

Because he's got Billy Graham for a chauffeur!'

Smile - God

loves you! I ask the Lord to bless you, as I

pray for you today;
To guide you and protect you, as you

go along your way
God's love is always with you, God's promises are

true.
And when you give God all your cares, you know God will see

you through

 

Growing Old

Absolutely Stunning Photos
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Why we love our moms

Mom and Dad were watching TV when Mom said, 'I'm tired, and it's getting late. I think I'll go to bed'

She went to the kitchen to make sandwiches for the next day's lunches.
Rinsed out the popcorn bowls, took meat out of the freezer for supper the following evening, checked the cereal box levels, filled the sugar container, put spoons and bowls on the table and started the coffee pot for brewing the next morning.

She then put some wet clothes in the dryer, put a load of clothes into the washer, ironed a shirt and secured a loose button

She picked up the game pieces left on the table, put the phone back on the charger and put the telephone book into the drawer.

She watered the plants, emptied a wastebasket and hung up a towel to dry.

She yawned and stretched and headed for the bedroom. She stopped by the desk and wrote a note to the teacher, counted out some cash for the field trip, and pulled a text book out from hiding under the chair.

She signed a birthday card for a friend, addressed and stamped the envelope and wrote a quick note for the grocery store. She put both near her purse.

Mom then washed her face with 3 in 1 cleanser, put on her Night solution & age fighting moisturizer, brushed and flossed her teeth and filed her nails.

Dad called out, 'I thought you were going to bed.'

'I'm on my way,' she said.

She put some water into the dog's dish and brought the cat inside, then made sure the doors were locked and the patio light was on.

She looked in on each of the kids and turned out their bedside lamps and TV's , hung up a shirt, threw some dirty socks into the hamper, and had a brief conversation with the one up still doing homework.

In her own room, she set the alarm; laid out clothing for the next day, straightened up the shoe rack. She added three things to her 6 most important things to do list. She said her prayers, and visualized the accomplishment of her goals.

About that time, Dad turned off the TV and announced to no one in particular. 'I'm going to bed.' He scratched his crotch and farted, and

...without another thought, went to bed.

Anything extraordinary here? Wonder why women live longer...?

CAUSE WE ARE MADE FOR THE LONG HAUL..... (and we can't die sooner, we still have things to do!!!!)

Send this to five phenomenal women today...they'll love you for it! I just did.

THEN, GO TO BED!

Recall Notice Like Never Before

The Maker of all human beings  (GOD) is recalling all units manufactured,
regardless of make or  year, due to a serious defect in the primary and
central component  of the heart.

This is due to a malfunction in  the original prototype units code named
Adam and Eve, resulting in  the reproduction of the same defect in all
subsequent  units.

This defect has been identified  as "Subsequential Internal Non-morality,"
more commonly known  as S.I.N., as it is primarily expressed.

Some of the  symptoms include:
1. Loss of direction
2.  Foul vocal emissions
3. Amnesia of origin
4. Lack of peace  and joy
5. Selfish or violent behavior
6. Depression or  confusion
7. Fearfulness
8. Idolatry
9.  Rebellion

The Manufacturer, who is  neither liable nor at fault for this defect, is
providing  factory-authorized repair and service free of charge to correct
this  defect.

The Repair Technician, JESUS, has most generously  offered to bear the
entire burden of the staggering cost of these  repairs. There is no
additional fee required, Acceptance and  belief.

The number to call for repair  in all areas is:

P-R-A-Y-E-R.

Once connected, please upload  your burden of SIN  through the REPENTANCE
procedure.

Next, download ATONEMENT from the Repair  Technician, Jesus,  into the heart
component.

No  matter how big or small the SIN defect is,

Jesus will  replace it with:
1.  Love
2. Joy
3. Peace
4. Patience
5. Kindness
6.  Goodness
7. Faithfulness
8. Gentleness
9. Self control

Please see the operating  manual, the B.I.B.L.E.  (BEST Instructions Before
Leaving Earth) for further details on the  use of these fixes.

WARNING:  Continuing to operate the human being unit without correction
voids  any manufacturer warranties, exposing the unit to dangers and
problems too numerous to list, and will result in the human unit  being
permanently impounded. For free emergency service, call on  Jesus.

DANGER: The  human being units not responding to this recall action will
have to  be scrapped in the furnace. The SIN defect will not be permitted to
enter Heaven so as to pr event contamination of that facility. Thank  you
for your attention!

-  GOD

P.S.  Please assist where possible by notifying others of this important
recall notice, and you may contact the Father any time by 'Knee  mail'!

Because He  Lives

Old Guys

I was in Costco the other day, pushing a cart around, when I collided with
a young guy also pushing his cart.

I said to the young guy,  "Sorry about that. I'm looking for my wife and I
guess I wasn't paying attention to where I was going.."

The young guy says, "That's  OK. It's just a coincidence. I'm looking for
my wife, too. I can't find her  and I'm getting a little desperate.

So, I said, "Well, maybe we can help each other. What does your wife look
like?"

The young guy says, "Well, she is 24 years old, tall, with  blond hair, green
eyes, long legs, big boobs and she's wearing tight white shorts, a halter top
and no bra. What does your wife look like?"

I said, "Doesn't matter. Let's look for yours."

Most old guys are helpful like that...  ;)

What you CANNOT do....

You cannot bring about prosperity by discouraging thrift.

 You cannot strengthen the weak by weakening the strong.

You cannot help the poor man by destroying the rich.

 You cannot further the brotherhood of man by inciting class hatred.

 You cannot build character and courage by taking away man's initiative and independence.

You cannot help small men by tearing down big men.

 You cannot lift the wage earner by pulling down the wage payer.

You cannot keep out of trouble by spending more than your income.

You cannot establish security on borrowed money.

You cannot help men permanently by doing for them what they will not do for themselves.

The fact is that government cannot give to anybody what it does not first take from
someone else.

published in 1916 by William J. H. Boetcker

At a Tennessee Football Game

Christianity is now the target of persecution...

THIS IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS! GOD BLESS EVERYONE WHO READS THIS AND PASSES IT ON. I FIND IT INTERESTING THAT A HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL CAN SEE THE PROBLEM, BUT OUR SOCIETY CANNOT. Tennessee Football This is a statement that was read over the PA system at the football game at Roane County High School , Kingston , Tennessee by school Principal, Jody McLeod "It has always been the custom at Roane County High School football games, to say a prayer and play the National Anthem, to honor God and Country." Due to a recent ruling by the Supreme Court, I am told that saying a Prayer is a violation of Federal Case Law. As I understand the law at this time, I can use this public facility to approve of sexual perversion and call it "an alternate life style," and if someone is offended, that's OK. I can use it to condone sexual promiscuity, by dispensing condoms and calling it, "safe sex." If someone is offended, that's OK. I can even use this public facility to present the merits of killing an unborn baby as a "viable! Means of birth control." If someone is offended, no problem... I can designate a school day as "Earth Day" and involve students in activities to worship religiously and praise the goddess "Mother Earth" and call it "ecology.." I can use literature, videos and presentations in the classroom that depicts people with strong, traditional Christian convictions as "simple minded" and "ignorant" and call it "enlightenment.." However, if anyone uses this facility to honor GOD and to ask HIM to Bless this event with safety and good sportsmanship, then Federal Case Law is violated. This appears to be inconsistent at best, and at worst, diabolical. Apparently, we are to be tolerant of everything and anyone, except GOD and HIS Commandments. Nevertheless , as a school principal, I frequently ask staff and students to abide by rules with which they do not necessarily agree. For me to do otherwise would be inconsistent at best, and at worst, hypocritical. I suffer from that affliction enough unintentionally. I certainly do not need to add an intentional transgression. For this reason, I shall "Render unto Caesar that which is Caesar's," and refrain from praying at this time. " However, if you feel inspired to honor, praise and thank GOD and ask HIM,in the name of JESUS, to Bless this event, please feel free to do so.. As far as I know, that's not against the law----yet." One by one, the people in the stands bowed their heads, held hands with one another and began to pray. They prayed in the stands. They prayed in the team huddles. They prayed at the concession stand and they prayed in the Announcer's Box! The only place they didn't pray was in the Supreme Court of the United States of America- the Seat of "Justice" in the "one nation, under GOD." Somehow, Kingston , Tennessee Remembered what so many have forgotten. We are given the Freedom OF Religion, not the FreedomFROM ReligionPraise GOD that HIS remnant remains! JESUS said, "If you are ashamed of ME before men, then I will be ashamed of you before MY FATHER.." If you are not ashamed, pass this on .. I'm not one bit ashamed to pass this on, Are you?

Where are they now?

The three who brought down Wall Street.

Here's a quick look into the three former Fannie Mae executives who
brought down Wall Street.


Franklin Raines was a Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Fannie Mae.
Raines was forced to retire from his position with Fannie Mae when
auditing discovered severe irregularities in Fannie Mae's accounting
activities. Raines left with a "golden parachute valued at $240 Million in
benefits. The Government filed suit against Raines when the depth of the
accounting scandal became clear.


Tim Howard - was the Chief Financial Officer of Fannie Mae. Howard "was a
strong internal proponent of using accounting strategies that would ensure
a "stable pattern of earnings" at Fannie. Investigations by federal
regulators and the company's board of directors since concluded that
management did manipulate 1998 earnings to trigger bonuses. Raines and
Howard resigned under pressure in late 2004. Howard's Golden Parachute was
estimated at $20 Million!


Jim Johnson - A former executive at Lehman Brothers and who was later
forced from his position as Fannie Mae CEO. Investigators found that
Fannie Mae had hidden a substantial amount of Johnson's 1998 compensation
from the public, reporting that it was between $6 million and $7 million
when it fact it was $21 million." Johnson is currently under investigation
for taking illegal loans from Countrywide while serving as CEO of Fannie
Mae.
Johnson's Golden Parachute was estimated at $28 Million.
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WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

FRANKLIN RAINES?
Raines works for the Obama Campaign as his Chief Economic Advisor.

TIM HOWARD?
Howard is a Chief Economic Advisor to Obama under Franklin Raines.

JIM JOHNSON?
Johnson was hired as a Senior Obama Finance Advisor and was selected to
run Obama's Vice Presidential Search Committee.

Are we stupid or what? Vote in 2012..it is the most important election of our lives...

 

There is a first time for everything.

Obama, First President to......

1. First President to Preside Over a Cut to the Credit Rating of the United States Government

2. First President to Violate the War Powers Act

3. First President to Orchestrate the Sale of Murder Weapons to Mexican Drug Cartels

4. First President to issue an unlawful "recess-appointment" while the U.S. Senate remained in session (against the advice of his own Justice Department).

5. First President to be Held in Contempt of Court for Illegally Obstructing Oil Drilling in the Gulf of Mexico

6. First President to Defy a Federal Judge's Court Order to Cease Implementing the "Health Care Reform" Law

7. First President to halt deportations of illegal aliens and grant them work permits, a form of stealth amnesty roughly equivalent to "The DREAM Act," which could not pass Congress

8. First President to Require All Americans to Purchase a Product From a Third Party.

9. First President to Spend a Trillion Dollars on "Shovel-Ready" Jobs, and Later Admit There Was No Such Thing as Shovel-Ready Jobs.

10. First President to sue states for requiring valid IDs to vote, even though the same administration requires valid IDs to travel by air.

11. First President to Abrogate Bankruptcy Law to Turn Over Control of Companies to His Union Supporters

12. First President to Bypass Congress and Implement the DREAM Act Through Executive Fiat.

13. First President to Threaten Insurance Companies After They Publicly Spoke out on How Obamacare Helped Cause their Rate Increases.

14. First President to Threaten an Auto Company (Ford) After It Publicly Mocked Bailouts of GM and Chrysler.

15. First President to "Order a Secret Amnesty Program that Stopped the Deportations of Illegal Immigrants Across the U.S., Including Those With Criminal Convictions".

16. First President to Demand a Company Hand Over $20 Billion to One of His Political Appointees.

17. First President to Terminate America's Ability to Put a Man into Space.

18. First President to Encourage Racial Discrimination and Intimidation at Polling Places.

19. First President to Have a Law Signed By an "Auto-pen" Without Being "Present".

20. First President to Arbitrarily Declare an Existing Law Unconstitutional and Refuse to Enforce It.

21. First President to Tell a Major Manufacturing Company In Which State They Are Allowed to Locate a Factory.

22. First President to refuse to comply with a House Oversight Committee subpoena.

23. First President to File Lawsuits Against the States He Swore an Oath to Protect (AZ, WI, OH, IN, etc.).

24. First President to Withdraw an Existing Coal Permit That Had Been Properly Issued Years Ago.

25. First President to Fire an Inspector General of Americorps for Catching One of His Friends in a Corruption Case.

26. First President to Propose an Executive Order Demanding Companies Disclose Their Political Contributions to Bid on Government Contracts.

27. First President to allow Mexican police to conduct law enforcement activities on American soil.

28. First President to Golf 90 or More Times in His First Three Years in Office.

But remember: he will not rest until all Americans have jobs, affordable homes, green-energy vehicles, and the environment is repaired, etc., etc., etc.

Our Informed Electorate

ONE OF THE REASONS WE HAVE A GUY LIVING IN THE WHITE HOUSE NAMED OBAMA........

This is for real, it would be funny if it weren't.  http://www.safeshare.tv/v/fJuNgBkloFE

Brain Transplant

In the hospital the relatives gathered in the waiting room, where a family
member lay gravely ill. Finally, the doctor came in looking tired and
somber.

'I'm afraid I'm the bearer of bad news,' he said as he surveyed the worried
faces.. 'The only hope left for your loved one at this time is a brain
transplant. It's an experimental procedure, very risky, but it is the only
hope. Insurance will cover the procedure, but you will have to pay for the
BRAIN.'

The family members sat silent as they absorbed the news. After a time,
someone asked, 'How much will a brain cost?'

The doctor quickly responded, '$5,000 for a Democrat's brain; $200 for a
Republican's brain.'

The moment turned awkward. Some of the Democrats actually had to 'try' to
not smile, avoiding eye contact with the Republicans. A man unable to
control his curiosity, finally blurted out the question everyone wanted to
ask, 'Why is the Democrats brain so much more than a Republicans
brain?'

The doctor smiled at the childish innocence and explained to the entire
group, 'It's just standard pricing procedure. We have to price the
Republicans' brains a lot lower because they're used."

Quote of the Decade

This quote was translated into English from an article appearing in
the Czech Republic as published in the Prague Zeitung of 28 April 2011.

"The danger to America is not Barack Obama but a citizenry capable of
entrusting an inexperienced man like him with the Presidency. It will be
far easier to limit and undo the follies of an Obama presidency than to
restore the necessary common sense and good judgment to a depraved
electorate willing to have such a man for their president.

The problem is much deeper and far more serious than Mr. Obama, who is

a mere symptom of what ails America. Blaming the prince of the fools should
not blind anyone to the vast confederacy of fools that made him their prince.

The Republic can survive a Barack Obama. It is less likely to survive a multitude of
Idiots such as those who made him their president."

You have 6 minutes

This has been sent To you for good luck from the Anthony Robbins organization. It has been sent around the world ten times so Far.

ONE. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.

TWO .... Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as important as any other.

THREE. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.

FOUR . When you say, 'I love you ,' mean it.

FIVE. When you say, 'I'm sorry,' look the person in the eye.

SIX ... Be engaged at least six months before you get married.

SEVEN.. Believe in love at first sight.

EIGHT. Never laugh at anyone's dream. People who don't have dreams don't have much.

NINE . Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live life completely.

TEN. ... In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling.

ELEVEN. Don't judge people by their relatives.

TWELVE. Talk slowly but think quickly.

THIRTEEN. When someone asks you a question you don't want to answer, smile and ask, 'Why do you want to know?'

FOURTEEN. Remember that great love and great achievements involve great risk..

FIFTEEN. Say 'bless you' when you hear someone sneeze.

SIXTEEN. When you lose, don't lose the lesson !

SEVENTEEN. Remember the three R's: Respect for self; Respect for others; and responsibility for all your actions.

EIGHTEEN.. Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship..

NINETEEN. When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.

TWENTY.. Smile when picking up the phone.. The caller will hear it in your voice.

TWENTY-ONE. Spend some time alone.