I’ve asked this question before. I asked: Can We Do More?

As November draws ever closer, I wonder, should I buy the body armor or book the scuba diving vacation in Florida? (they have the Stand Your Ground law, let’s show our support!)

We have two years to prepare. Should I prepare for the best, or the worst?

There is dissention in the ranks. I see Conservative against Republican, Moderates against Religious Right. Some would even forego voting in this coming election to allow for some Republican losses for the sake of bringing in new conservative blood or forcing some mid-liners a little more to the right. Then there are those among us who feel that the loss of momentum is too high a price to pay.

So where will this go? I feel that it can’t go directly to victory. A house divided against itself shall not stand.

And this comes at a really bad time. We have the liberal sociopaths (oops, I mean socialists) on the defensive. If not on the run. They’ve messed up big-time lately and I think that if we make some decisive moves, we can make up a great deal of what has been lost over the past 40 years. Not to mention the new ground to be gained and the guarantee of no further major damage from the leftistas.

But we must stand together. What will it be? Giuliani? Some of you praise him, some of you tell me he is a lib in conservative guise. Some would rather just eat worms. Pass the ketchup. Some say a RINO or two is a small price to pay for a majority in the houses while some say RINO’s will be our undoing.

Is Townhall the litmus test for the Conservative movement? I don’t think it’s impossible. There is a great deal of diversity here despite our common values. But I can say this, now is not the time to be fighting amongst ourselves. All we need is one third-party candidate and all of our hopes could possibly go down the drain. They’ll just pull a Ross and leave us high and dry. No thank you. We’ve already had 8 years under President Hillary, do we really want more?

I listen to your arguments with an open mind and a willing heart. I respect a great deal of you very much. It’s obvious that you have more knowledge and experience than I. So I turn to you. But each has his own way. You don’t confuse me. I see that you all basically want to the same thing. But as one would go one way to save time and cost, (so to speak) someone else would go another way to save resources and momentum. Each has merit and both have the same goal. But we’re back to square one. When it comes down to it, we’re still a house divided.

Something needs to be done. What? Maybe one of you big boys can set up a poll, we all here at Townhall cast our votes, and whatever the outcome, we go out en-masse, a united front, and take the elections by storm!! Or maybe you have a better idea. I’m open for anything that will unite us.

I hear many of you gripe about our wishy-washy candidates. How Bush is weak on this or that issue. Well, let’s show everyone that we’re not wishy-washy. Can we not take a stand? How can we demand that our leaders reach a consensus when we ourselves cannot?

Maybe I’m just naïve. If so, please forgive me. And heaven knows I’m ignorant of a great many things! But I see nothing but potential here at Townhall. It is my heartfelt belief that there are several of you here, who could pull this off. (or something better even)  So…

What say you? Once again I ask; Can we do more?

Joy of joys!  I made the top 5 on the ‘What’s Hot’ page!  Hey, this is a big deal to me.  I always enjoy seeing proof that I am blessed.

Right from the start, I felt a warm embrace from those of you here at Townhall.  I must also (gladly) confess, that it’s addicting.  I’m hooked on Townhall but even more so on you guys.

And yes, Sunny, more unsolicited praise.  (sorry, no links this time ;o)

How does one define treasure?  Some call it money and others would say possessions.  I have three.  My Savior, my family, and my friends.  I have said so many times, and I’ll say it many more; I count myself blessed for knowing you.  And I find that every day, I treasure you more.

Now, allow me to define friend.  It’s easy.  Someone who loves you.  And this is where I want to take this post:

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

I’ve read (and heard) far too many times that the problem with the religious right is that they don’t understand that politics and religion don’t mix.  I guess it would depend on your definition of religion, no?

If by religion you mean how many times a week you go to a certain place, or how many people you’ve attacked because they don’t go to the place that you go to, then yes, they don’t mix.  I won’t mix with you either.  But if by religion you mean the standard of principle by which you govern every aspect of your thoughts, words, and actions, then, I must disagree.

You see, my faith IS my politics.  Abortion is murder.  Life is holy, don’t mess with it.  Same sex marriage?  Has God turned you over to a reprobate mind? 

And war.

There are those who say that they back our troops but not this war.  I have a question for you.  And just who do you think is fighting this war?  That’s like saying;  I like the smell but hate the aroma.  (I borrowed that saying from one of you at Townhall.  Sorry, I don’t remember who or I’d link it.)

Let’s get some facts straight.  Jesus died for me.  He willfully laid down his life in ransom for my soul.  There is no greater love than this.  Now here is a fact that some have either not heard, or have forgotten:  America’s military is made up of volunteers.  So what does that mean?

It means that our troops are willfully laying down their lives for their friends. 

As I said before, I have no choice in my politics.  And I am unable to separate Church from State.  I love both.  There is no conflict within me.  When I close my eyes there is no darkness there.  

Jesus told me to love my neighbor and to pray for and obey my leaders.  Well, I am an American and I love my country just like the bible teaches me.  And I love my President.

And I love all of those, past and present, who have served our country in the most honorable, loving, and highest way there is.  You have laid (and are laying) down your lives for your friends.

Greater love hath no man this, that a man lay down his life for his friends and countrymen.

I salute you.  And I will support you, this war and our President.  To the end.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart, mind and soul.  Godspeed.

I was just over at what seems to me, one of the latest moonbat fixations.  After the usual bout of sighs, long, slow head shakes, and an occasional growl or two, I realized something about myself.

I must be stupid.  But thankfully, I needn’t worry.  There are those who watch out for me.

You see, there are people in this country who know that I am an automaton.  Kind of like that little car I had when I was a kid.  You could program it to go so many feet, then turn, then go and so on.  I programmed mine to go to the kitchen and wake my dog.  (He always slept next to the fridge)

So that’s me,  controlled, deliberate, but fun.  But, beware.  There are also those in this world who would take advantage of those such as myself.  It seems, so I’ve been told, that they would do this for gain.  But do not despair.  Like I said, there are those who are ever vigilant.  They will protect us.

It seems now, that there is a new threat on the horizon.  A threat so heinous and cruel, that it must be stopped before I even have a chance to see what it is.  For you see, it threatens to mutate me.

This threat is so powerful, that it stands to transform and alter my very psyche.  Now, one may question the danger in this, since, according to our beloved protectors, we could all use a change, at least every twenty minutes or so…

But this one is different.  Oh, indeed so.  You see, this one attacks right before the November elections! *GASP*

Yes, it’s true.  They said so.  And besides, I remember the last time this happened.  I accidentally saw ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’. 

I’ve never been the same since.

The Enemy: You are getting sleepy. Very, very sleepy..

Beloved Protectors: This is how you must think.

(Hat tip: LGF)

Update: (Gee, that was quick)

Hurray for our Beloved Defenders!!! *pukes*

ABC caved!!!  *resorts to language not suitable for humans*

ABC alters 9/11 show under pressure

Update: 9/11 Page Hijacked

Will the wonders never cease?  

Someone anonymously registered the domain name pathto911.com and installed a redirect that takes visitors looking for information on the movie to the Democratic Party’s anti-ABC page.

Here’s the genuine web site: ABC.com: The Path to 9/11.

Update: ABC's "Path to 9/11": The Video Democrats DON'T WANT YOU TO SEE

Well, here it is folks.  The video in question.  I've already downloaded them and I'll be posting them on my website just as soon as my host upgrades my storage and traffic allowance.  Roughly 24 hrs. (just in case they get taken down)  We'll see just HOW MUCH ABC caved.

http://www.redstate.com/911clips

It has become obvious to me that I’d misjudged Townhall.  My first impression was, although agreeable, not quite right.  In fact, one could argue, that I was wrong.

What I’d joined was a small community of conservative thinkers, coming together to share ideas and maybe sign a petition or two…  Then I ‘met’ some of you.

It is undeniable that many of America’s greatest treasures can be found right here.  From Sunny’s hard-hitting cynicism to Cate’s eloquent apologetics.  But that’s only the beginning.

I’ve learned so much in such a short time thanks to Townhall.  Here is where you can find everything:  from Rubberduck’s soft-spoken wisdom to Jimmy Carter’s (hey, no link!) stinging, rapid-fire, precision logic.  (luv ya Jimmy)  And Flagwaver’s passion and knowledge are a Godsend.  And by no means can we leave out the insight that Christian is always blessing us with.

Then, of course, there is Shades.  To him I owe many thanks.  It was after reading some of his posts that I became enamored with the whole blog thing.  And it was through him that I discovered Townhall.

Blessing upon blessing.  The icing on the cake, so to speak, is that there are still so many more Townhaller’s to meet.  I look forward to it and hope to meet you all.  I will count myself blessed for it.

Yes, now I see that I was wrong.  Townhall is much more than the sum of its parts.  Townhall is a synergy of conservative power.  Hat’s off to its founders.  Well done.  Very well done, indeed.  (but can we get a preview button or a spill cheker)  ;o)

So as I sit here, pleasantly re-living the discussions and debates we’ve had, I wonder too, what’s the next step?  There’s more power here than a thousand nuclear warheads.  If we just put our minds (and hearts) to it.  What will we do with this power?  Those of you who know me, know that I love my president and that I will ALWAYS vote to the RIGHT, but, can we do more?  Hmmm…

Never have I met a group of people more passionate and capable.  I thank you for what you’ve taught me, and ask that you continue to do so.  I will do my part. 

In closing, (geez, it’s about time) I’d like to thank two very special friends. (shame on you, ya thought I was gonna leave ya out, dincha?)  To Sheila, who welcomed me to Townhall and has taught me much on loyalty.  (I love my president!)  And last, but definitely not least, to  Sandra, for far too many things to mention.  (Viva Bush)

Thank you and Godspeed.

Al Qaeda Tells U.S. To Convert Or Die

The islamo-fascist propaganda machine is getting downright personal now. So, in turn, my personal reply:

• I am washed by the Blood of Jesus. I pledge allegiance to the Lamb of God. I will worship only Him; The Lion of the Tribe of Judah, the King of the Jews, The Creator of all things.
  

• There is only one God and Muhammad never had a clue.

• I therefore unequivocally and explicitly decline. I will NEVER convert to islam. I hold the deepest contempt for the koran, islam and the muslim doctrines and traditions.

• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands.

• I love America. I stand with my president. I love President Bush.

As for your threat: Bring it on. God has not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, of love and of sound mind. I will not turn on Jesus. I will not turn on America. I will not abandon my president.

I WILL, however, resist anything and everything muslim and/or islamic. I will fight it body, soul and spirit.

I will support every effort to MAKE WAR on islamo-fascism. I will support every effort to destroy what it stands for.

I pledge full allegiance to our ally, Israel. I will vote only for leaders that FULLY back Israel.

I bless America. I bless Israel. I leave you to your own curse.

National Guardsman Brutally Attacked In Pierce County

It's a sad day when America's defenders have to look over their shoulders as they walk down Main St. in their OWN TOWN.  What have we become?  And how did it come to this?

Now let's see, '...during the assault the suspects called him a baby killer...'  And the suspects are described as a white males, 20-30 years old.

Could it be that these men felt that it was their duty to set this serviceman straight?  After all, don't we hear it every day; how the American and Israeli militaries have ruthlessly invaded, subjugated and destroyed the peaceful little havens of the Middle East?  Right?  If only America would just 'learn to get along', we wouldn't be in this mess.  Right? 

Get real.

The mainstream media has gone all out on this one.  The left is out for blood and now we see their prize.  They've set out to undermine everything American.  They attack our President in any and every way they can think of.  They make every effort to infect the American public with their lies and dis-information.  And to what end?

Could it be to get a democrat in the White House?  It seems they would sell out the entire country just to get their way.  No price is too high.  Who cares if a few thousand, or hundred thousand, get killed.  They're just peasants anyway, right?

So they spew their poison in the hopes that some poor, unfortunate percentage buys into it.  Like these five young men.

It's obvious that these men are confused.  I'd bet the farm too, that none have served our country in the military.  So why such hate?  Well, they are repeating what we hear in the (so called) news, every day.  They've bought into the lie.

The mainstream media is a leftist paradise. (and my nightmare)  Their agenda is simple: Destroy America.  And the actions of these five men are only a brief glimpse into the bitter reality that awaits us all if this continues.

So how do we stop it?  It's simple, but not easy.  Quit voting left.  And make a stand for our country.

I love my country.  I love my president.  Even when I disagree with him, I love him.  And no matter what decision he makes in the end, I stand with him.  I did this too when we had a moonbat for president.  This is our country.  We either stand with her, or die.

If you see a problem with America, then work to help her fix it.  Tearing down what others have built is not the way.  If you hate this country, then leave.  Go away, we won't stop you.  And I won't miss you.  Sorry.

America is the greatest country in the world.  She stands for freedom, justice and life.  The next time you feel like saying something against her, just remember this:  You have the freedom to say that you hate her because AMERICA GIVES YOU THAT RIGHT.  You have the right, the power and the means because you are here.  America has blessed you.

How Israel won on the battlefield against Hezballah and lost in the media and why it's important to America

By Dan Gordon

Analysis by a captain in the IDF reserves, just back from the war, that will leave you with A LOT to think about — guaranteed.

This is an awesome piece.  If you think you have a good grasp on the Israel/Lebanon/hezbollah issue, then this is a MUST read.

What Mr. Gordon delivers is a straight-forward, in-your-face eye-opener that really packs a punch.  He covers it all.  Literally. 

As for the guarantee:  Solid Gold. 

(Thanks to Bluecollar Conservative)