Yearly Archives: 2011

Conservative and Libertarian lead in the Iowa Straw-Poll

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Hans

Well now, that’s encouraging ! The traditional ‘me-too’ Republicans must be feeling the “ouch”: AMES, Iowa (AP) – Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann won a test vote of Iowans on Saturday, a show of popularity and organizational strength for the tea … Continue reading →

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Carmen Connors Interviews Renee Ellmers

Posted on August 12, 2011 by DRenegade

The following interview of Renee Ellmers on The Morning Rush (106.1 FM in Raleigh or http://www.wrdu.com) took place after the debt legislation was passed. Carmen Connors respectfully voiced her frustration concerning Mrs. Ellmers’ disregard of her constituents’ views in Washington. … Continue reading →

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We The People of Franklin County – August 16th

Posted on August 12, 2011 by DRenegade

We the People of Franklin County are forming to unite the citizens in our area. Our first meeting is: August 16, 2011 7:00 PM Common Grounds Coffee (and Fun) House 20 Cheves Road, Bunn  27508 off Highway 39 If you … Continue reading →

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Here Is A Large Part of the Problem

Posted on August 12, 2011 by DRenegade

The following video has a flaw in its presentation. He forgot to add the people collecting government checks for entitlements and pensions. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOAgT8L_BqQ Tim Geithner recently stated that the government writes 80 million checks to people each month. In the 2008 … Continue reading →

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Why the Huffington Post Has No Credibility

Posted on August 11, 2011 by DRenegade

Judge H. Lee Sarokin has written an article on the Huffington Post entitled “I Want My America Back — not the Tea Party’s America”.  While I will admit that I too want my America back, our two Americas are completely … Continue reading →

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Renee Ellmers Makes Her Mark

Posted on August 11, 2011 by DRenegade

I received an email today from Western North Carolina concerning an article in the New York Times on Renee Ellmers: A friend from NY sent the below to me concerning an article in the NTY Times concerning Ellmers and Nan Hayworth. You should … Continue reading →

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And Down the Slope We Slide

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Hans

Don’t think this could be a future scenario ?  Think again: Imagine America faces a crisis of malnutrition. Millions of Americans are consuming too many processed foods and too few fresh foods. To stem the crisis, Congress enacts a comprehensive … Continue reading →

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Freaked Out White Men Who Are Unemployed

Posted on August 10, 2011 by DRenegade

Rick Santelli makes an excellent comparison to how King George would describe our founding fathers based on Meredith Whitney’s remarks. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCEzV_-Qyj4 It would be interesting to review England’s opinions of the “terrorists” in the colonies who were asking for representation in exchange for … Continue reading →

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Debt Man Walking

Posted on August 10, 2011 by DRenegade

I was sent this poster today in an email. It assumes that we will have another election in 2012. Comments?

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Is North Korea Making Its Move?

Posted on August 10, 2011 by DRenegade

North Korea is not letting a crisis go to waste. Our enemies smell blood in the water and the United States can expect global resistance to weaken our resolve and resources to defend freedom around the world. When you couple … Continue reading →

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Is Anyone Home?

Posted on August 10, 2011 by DRenegade

The stock market continued its collapse today as it lost another 520 points in heavy volume. Gold is currently at $1792 an ounce as our leaders continue their summer vacation or conduct meetings that produce no results. As shown below, … Continue reading →

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The Shape of Things to Come?

Posted on August 10, 2011 by DRenegade

As state government budgets were finalized across the country before July 1st, the expected state employee layoffs did not materialize. One of the reasons was an overestimation of income as the economy improves during the fiscal year. This wishful thinking … Continue reading →

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Flight Restrictions Over Fort Calhoun Nuclear Plant and Cooper Nuclear Station Are Still In Place

Posted on August 10, 2011 by DRenegade

  The Federal Aviation Administration issued a temporary flight restriction over the Fort Calhoun Nuclear Power Plant until further notice due to “Hazards” on June 6, 2011. On June 7, 2011, the FAA issued the same restriction over the Cooper … Continue reading →

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Gold American Eagle Sales Suspended

Posted on August 10, 2011 by DRenegade

The United States Mint suspended the sale of American Eagles for re-pricing. The move is temporary and sales should be continued later today. This is another example of how the US government has no understanding of the free market. As … Continue reading →

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Real Leadership Is Color Blind

Posted on August 9, 2011 by DRenegade

Michael Nutter is the mayor of Philadelphia and should be applauded for taking a stand against violence by African Americans. He has announced a curfew today for all children 13 and under for 10:00 PM and 12:00 PM for 18 … Continue reading →

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