Thursday, March 8, 2012

Big Brother Government Will Be Watching You.

  The constitution guarantees  every American certain personal freedoms their are rules a bout illegal search and seizure.There is however a constant battle between personal liberty and over all security for the public at large. I think sometimes,  trying to maintain the delicate balance between personal freedom and a general expectation of privacy is so strenuous, that the very fabric of  our constitution is stretched to the breaking point.
  Congressman,  Ron Paul,  is a Libertarian,  and he believes in a strict interpretation of our constitution and although I have some real problems with some of his views on American foreign policy, I do think Americans must always guard against too much government intrusion. There is a law being considered by some coaches and other employers to require potential employees to give their Face book password to an employers so their on line activities can be checked before potential employees would be hired. As you might expect the ACLU and many Libertarians, and other advocates for basic privacy are really up in arms over this latest proposed law. I will admit to you sometimes where the government is concerned I often feel just like that song by Sting in the group called the Police. The song is called I'll Be Watching You. Many will remember these words from that song,every move you make every breathe you take I'll be watching you.  At the same time I realize employers must be allowed to do basic back ground checks depending on what kind of job one may be applying for. A bank manager, would not want to hire some one who had a criminal history of robbing banks. A store manager at a pharmacy, would not want to hire some one who had been in trouble with the law stemming from repeated substance abuse problems.At the same time I don't think that the government should have to know the complete details of everything you have ever done since the first time you drew your first breath!
  Today,  the House, passed a bill that says random drug test can be asked for before a person can receive unemployment benefits. While I understand as an American, I don't want unemployment benefits to be used to boaster further substance abuse I still have to ask my self where will it end? or what are the future implications will this law open the door to? Will some be drug tested be fore obtaining a bank loan? Could a person be tested for drugs before obtaining a drivers license? I will admit it is quite amazing how easily certain information can be obtained. Recently I Googled a friends name just to see if I could find his phone number, not only did I find his phone number but I was also told if I was willing to use a credit card for a certain fee a file could be accessed that would tell me just about anything about my friend that I could ever want to know and my friend would never have any knowledge of this. Well, I did not not attempt to gain any addition information besides his phone number but I will admit I was surprise how easily certain information on the inner net can be accessed if one is willing to pay for it. While I realize a certain about of general security will always be necessary, at the same time I now realize even in America, we may have a great deal less privacy, and a great deal less personal freedom then we as Americans,may think we do. as always,my friend, these thoughts remain, just, some words, to think on.

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Six Out Of Ten Mighty Mitt's Money Wins Again!

  Well, what can I say? Governor Mitt Romney, took six out of the six state GOP primaries or caucuses  last night.While I realize the voters in the primaries or caucuses cast their own votes and made their own choices I still come a way with a feeling that Governor Romney,  at least in a sense bought his votes more than he necessarily earned them. I'm not really suggesting the Governor Romney,  actually bought any votes but let's be honest when as a candidate you have the financial ability to out spend an opponent in some cases as much as six to one you have to say that all but guarantees Governor Romney,  an obvious advantage.
  Advantage or not however, Governor Romney,  had a great night, I just can't help but wonder what would have happened if each candidate could have had the ability to spend the same amount of money in the campaign. That is a question one will never know the answer to. Senator Rick Santorum, did almost as well as Governor Romney, and he didn't spend nearly  half as much money as Governor Romney,  did. Speaker Newt Gingrich, won his home state of Georgia, but many are beginning to suggest that he should withdraw from the race. Under other circumstances he might have  but I think he wants to see if he can win enough delegates in  future states and perhaps make a last ditch effort at the Republican convention at Tampa in August. I will admit, that is an incredible long shot but if any one could do it perhaps Speaker Gingrich,  could. The bad blood between Speaker Gingrich, and Governor Romney, has been boiling for sometime now. Senator Santorum, has  made it quite clear he is no fan of Governor Romney. Why Congressman Ron Paul chooses to say in the race is a question that only he and God know the answer to. Thus far, God doesn't seem to want to grant Congressman Paul, any miracles but it would take a miracle for Congressman Paul to win now.
  So, where do we go from here?  I don't know. The Republican establishment, has  all but given the nomination to Governor Romney, and I must admit he has all the advantages. The nations economy seems to be what matters most to many of the American people and I guess,  they seem to think a wealthy man who has great skill in running corporations and making money will know how to revive America's struggling economy. However,  Mighty Mitt,  going to have a great deal to fix in addition to the nations economy. Governor Romney,  must balance the nations budget, ease European fears of a global economic collapse, Strengthen the nations weaken military defences, deal with the nuclear threat in Iran and at the same time convince Israel to wait a bit longer, he will have to try to  repeal Obama care if the Supreme Court,  doesn't declare it unconstitutional when they hear the case in May or June, and in his spare time he will have to bring down soaring gas prices and keep a lid on inflation. Should Governor Romney,  become our President he will have his hands full and after four years of President Obama's failed government policies, I don't think most Americans,  will be in the mood to be patient for too long. Americans, will more than likely, expect results within six months after Mitt Romney takes office.
  Before all of this however, Governor Romney,  has to beat President Obama, a task which will be anything but easy. President Obama,  has the power of the media, and a limitless supply of money, and an army of committed liberals who would almost die for him just to get him reelected. I wonder sometimes though, is financial  prosperity all that most Americans really care about? I hope not. There is nothing wrong with wanting America,  to be prosperous but Americans,  might want to seek the wisdom and blessing of God,  first, since God,  has always been the true source of America's blessings up to now. Should Americans decide they no longer need to do this, then I must tell you there is a thought that feels my soul with terror, what if God,  should decide he is finished with America? Many in America particularly  in the  areas of America's  culture and government,  have been finished with God,  for a long time now. What if God,  should decide that America, as a nation deserves, another four years of  President Obama? I must confess to you that thought, has often led to many sleepless nights. as always my friends,these thoughts remain, just , some words to think on.

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Truth Is Not Found In Words, Truth Is Found In Deeds.

  I watched the news last night and I must tell you, I was on the edge of my seat and my eyes were fixed as I listened to Benjamin Netanyahu speak. I was so impressed with his frank discussion on what he thought his top priority was as the Prime Minster of Israel. He made it very clear to me,  that his first responsibility and indeed, his  top priority was the protection and preservation of the nation of Israel. I got the feeling he would do what ever he thought was necessary to insure Israel's survival should Iran's efforts to develop nuclear weapons prove to be successful. I didn't get the impression he was asking the United States permission before he would take any action to protect Israel. I was left with the impression he was merely informing this nation that he would protect Israel with or without any help from the United States.He reminded my of John Wayne for he appeared to me to be a man with true grit.
  The Prime Minister,  acknowledged  his appreciation for President Obama's pledge of support of the nation of Israel. I too have heard the President in recent days say that all options dealing with Iran remain on the table.The President, stated in so many words that he was not bluffing when he said he would take whatever steps were necessary to insure that Iran would not succeed in their effort to develop nuclear weapons. Yes, I heard the Presidents words, words however are only words unless they are followed by deeds which give them solid validity. Show me a man who talks tough, and I'll tell you what kind of man he appears to be. Let me see what a man does after he has spoken, and I'll tell not only what kind of man he is but, who he really is. I guess for now, I along with the rest of the nation will wait to see how Iran responds I have heard they now wish to resume talks with the United States, but why do I get the feeling that this new desire on Iran's part to start talking is based not so much on President Obama's words but rather Prime Minister Netanyahu's stern resolve to protect the nation of Israel no matter what. I just have the impression, that Iran knows that Prime Minister Netanyahu, says exactly what he means, and means exactly what he says and Iran seems to know what kind of man Prime Minister Netanyahu really is. As for President Obama, I have heard his words but, I will wait to see what he does for what he does regarding Iran and Israel, will tell me more than his words ever could. as always my friends these thoughts remain, just, some words, to think on.

Monday, March 5, 2012

Mind Over Matter

  There is a prevailing wisdom concerning the 2012 presidential election that is really starting to annoy me. I'm really getting tired of the media or various political pundits trying to do my thinking for me when it comes to who I should vote for for the Republican nomination for president here is what I mean. I think sometimes in this country Americans,  are losing the ability to think for themselves and make up there own mind. Sometimes,  I think we as  Americans, just turn off  our  ability to think and we have a tendency to  just accept what the media tells us to think.Right now,  much of the media has all but given the Republican nomination for president to Governor Mitt Romney,  and the votes for super Tuesday have not even been cast yet. My point,  is simply  this American voter,  if you truly feel that Governor Mitt Romney,  is your best choice for the Republican nomination then vote for him. As an American voter,  if you think Newt Gingrich,  represents your values, then vote for him.As a voter,  if you find Senator Rick Santorum, is more in line with what you believe then by all means vote for him. There are those,  who value personal liberty and if that is what matters to you as a voter,  then vote for Ron Paul.
  Speaking just for my self,  I refuse to vote for any one just because the media tells me to. I refuse to vote for some one just because, they are wealthy, or they have men of wealth and influence endorsing them. I would really like to know something , since when did the American people relinquish their right to think and make Donald Trump God? Look, I'm not knocking personal success, and I know  America's economy needs help but sometime I think it really doesn't matter what any candidate may believe if they have enough money, and all the right political connections, and the political backing of the Republican establishment their election is all but automatic.I simply feel,  that this should not be the case. Look, if all you need is money to run for president then what the American people are saying is it's okay to buy my vote as long as you promise me your money will give me everything I as a voter want. I would ask my fellow Americans, can your vote be bought so easily?
  Remember Abraham Lincoln? He was a lot of things but rich wasn't one of them. He was called honest Abe. Let me ask you, when was the last time in recent history that you heard of  any politician referred to as honest? Look all I am saying is this I would hope America's Republican nominees for president are chosen by the American people because they are men of personal integrity and moral decency. I hope I as an American voter,  don't find my self voting for Governor Romney,  just because that is the only choice I as a voter am left with and I am forced to conclude that I must vote for him if only because he can't do any worse than President Obama. I hope my conscience will permit me to vote for the next Republican nominee because they they are  good men of moral principal and not just because They were   the richest and I was left vote for some one not necessarily because I liked everything about them but, because I disliked President Obama more. There is one thing I do know,  I will never vote for any one just because the media or the rich and powerful tell me I have to because there is no other choice. When the day comes, that I as an American voter begin to feel that way, that may be the time I stay home and refuse to vote because I value the right to think for my self and I think most Americans do too. As Americans,  we should never give up our right to think and make our own choices to any one. as always, my friends, these thoughts remain, just, some words, to think on.

Sunday, March 4, 2012

Are You Thankful Enough For America To Give Something Back?

  Not long ago I over heard two ladies talking in a grocery store parking lot. One lady asked the other who she planned on voting for in the 2012 presidential election her response left me quite stunned she said these words, " I don't care who gets in just as long as I get my food stamps and unemployment check, I vote for the person who is going to give me the most after all times are hard." Yes Times are hard but I'm afraid that ladies attitude is a huge part of what is wrong in this country today. People seem to love America,  as long as they can get something from the government but I'm afraid there  may not be many who would be willing to make a personal sacrifice in order give something back to America. I even find this give me attitude among those who call themselves Christians. I would submit  to you this ought not to be.
  There is a story in II Samuel 23:16 that seems to say much about  the ability to make a personal sacrifice especially when a person or a nation seeks God's blessing. In this passage we hear David,  ask with deep longing for a refreshing drink from the well at Bethlehem. David,  was thirsty yes,  the battle with the Philistines,  had been long and no doubt very hot but David,  was also homesick and the fresh water from the well at Bethlehem was his way of expressing how much he missed his home land. When David's men heard David,  make a request for a drink of water from the well at Bethlehem three of his mightiest men broke through the Philistine enemy lines and  brought David fresh water from the well at Bethlehem. David's response,  says a great deal about the kind of man he was and the kind of king he would one day be. David's thanked his brave men for this daring act of sacrifice but he pored the water out as a sacrifice to God because as thirsty as he may have been he thirsted even more for God's blessing in his battle with the Philistines and the deliverance of the nation of Israel.
  I wonder what sacrifice the American people  would be willing to make both for the good of the country and to secure God's blessing on this nation? President Obama, talks a great deal about people paying their fair share he is of course referring to the very wealthy in this country. I would suggest to you maybe the forty nine percent  of Americans who live in this great country and enjoy the blessings and benefits of living in this country yet, pay  no taxes at all should perhaps be willing to pay something even if it is only one percent. of a persons income. Maybe a flat tax would be a better way for all Americans to give something back to this great country As David said in II Samuel 24 : 24 " I will not sacrifice to the Lord my God, burnt offerings that cost me nothing." The time may soon come in America,  when all Americans,  may have to make some kind of sacrifice to secure God's blessing and assure America's survival as a nation. When that time comes , what will each of us be willing to sacrifice? as always my friends, these thoughts remain, just, some words, to think on.

Saturday, March 3, 2012

Wasteful Government Spending Abounds.

  Just when you thought our government was done wasting the hard working American people's tax payer money the government is at it again.. This time the government guaranteed a 400 billion dollar loan to the Abound solar company.This makes the third or fourth such loan the government has made in the interest in investing in green energy to tell you the truth,  I have lost count but I think this is the fourth solar company to receive a  government guaranteed loan.This same company just announced that they would be laying off 181 of their workers because things aren't  going so well. I think it is only a matter of time before the Abound Solar company joins Solyndra in declaring bankruptcy.
  Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac,  are also in trouble again and they are asking the American tax payer to fork over another 600 billion dollars so that they can stay in operation. The government has now given the troubled mortgage company nearly 100 billion dollars in the last eighteen months and it seems that wasteful government spending is never ending. I just heard on the news that by the middle of April gas will be 4.25 a gallon at least where I live. Gas may also go up because of the great damage that has been done because of the many tornadoes that have pounded states  like Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Georgia, and Tennessee. You know it will cost these states millions of tax payer dollars to  clean up all of the massive property damages left from these storms and to  make matters worse now gas prices will go up even more.
  Americans,  better wake up there  is a severe economic tornado in the form of our nation"s   now 16 trillion dollar national debt and if our nation"s  debt remains out of control with now end to wasteful government spending in sight when this economic cloud finally touches down our nation may be totally wiped out! as always, my friends, these thoughts remain, just some words, to think on.

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Experience Reouired

  Let me ask you something if your family doctor told you you had cancer and only had a short time to live unless you got treated  right away would you just go to the first doctor you found in the phone book or better yet would you settle for the opinion of a doctor just out of medical school? You know some how, I don't think you would. I bet,  you would first get a second opinion  and then depending on what you found out I bet you would try to find a doctor who specialized in your particular type of cancer and you would strive to obtain the best treatment you could find. How do I know that what you would do? I know because that's what I would do in fact, that's what any one would do because that's what makes good sense!
  How is it then that in 2009 the American people elected President Barack Obama, a man who had only been a senator from Illinois a short time and before that had only been a community organizer. He was highly educated both at Columbia University  and Harvard Law School but, he had no real experience running anything! Well,  the American people did elect President Obama, I guess they thought he could learn to be President,  through on the job training. Let's see how the President, has done so far .Thus far President Obama has added nearly five trillion dollars to the nations national debt. His 887 billion dollar stimulus package was supposed to keep the nation's unemployment rate at eight percent and this was three and a half years ago and the unemployment rate is still eight point three percent.The president has spent billions of tax payer dollars on no less than five solar companies that have all gone bankrupt.. The global economy has been on the verge of total collapse on at least two separate occasions and both Iran and Israel are just about to have a war because Iran is close to developing nuclear weapons.The economy is facing another slow down be cause of soaring gas prices and to top it all off my take home pay won't take me home! Oh yeah, I can definitely see why the American people will want to give President Obama another four years I mean face it he's done such a wonderful job with his first four years! I can hardly wait to see how much more he can do for  this country in his next four years!
  I might be able to over look the American people for the President's first term after all,  he was something new and he was so full of hope and change and now because the president refuses to learn anything he will not change and if he manages to get reelected America will remain in a hopeless economic  mess with a future that is uncertain and promises to be anything but bright. I think the American people,  need to run an ad and it should read like this, wanted an excellent president to rebuild America references need from the American people experience required! as always,  my friends these thoughts remain, just, some words to think on.