Now that the Illinois Senate has voted to impeach and remove from office Governor Rod Blagojevich, it will be interesting to see what move federal prosecutor Patrick Fitzgerald makes.
Fitzgerald has been slow to bring a formal indictment against Blago, although he has been charged with attempting to sell Barack Obama's former Senate seat to the highest bidder.
Certain select excerpts from secret surveillance tapes of Blago were played at the impeachment hearings, and they are very damaging. We are told that there is much more damaging information that has not been disclosed.
But this remains to be seen unless and until Fitzgerald brings a formal indictment and all of the tapes are played at trial.
The national significance of this trial cannot be overstated. At issue will be Blago's connections, if any, with Rahm Emanuel and Obama staffers concerning filling the vacant Senate seat.
Even the President himself could be called as a witness.
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Friday, January 30, 2009
Saturday, January 03, 2009
Suddenly, It's All About Race
According to CNN, Senate Democrats have a plan in the event Roland Burris shows up to take Obama's vacant seat. They plan to block him from entering the chamber.
And this has been the buzz around Washington since scandal-ridden Governor Rod Blagojevich appointed Burris as Obama's replacement.
The Democrats in the Senate don't want the appearance of corruption by allowing a man appointed by a Governor under federal indictment to take a Senate seat that the Governor allegedly attempted to sell.
But another major problem has surfaced that may be even more problematic for the Democrats. Burris would be the only Black Senator in the chamber. And his proponents have already begun spinning the issue to make it all about race.
Senate Democrats don't want to appear racist by refusing a seat to the Senate's only black member.
So, it all comes down to this. What a travesty.
Illinois should conduct a special election for the Senate seat. This is the only fair way to determine who serves in the seat vacated by Barack Obama.
And this has been the buzz around Washington since scandal-ridden Governor Rod Blagojevich appointed Burris as Obama's replacement.
The Democrats in the Senate don't want the appearance of corruption by allowing a man appointed by a Governor under federal indictment to take a Senate seat that the Governor allegedly attempted to sell.
But another major problem has surfaced that may be even more problematic for the Democrats. Burris would be the only Black Senator in the chamber. And his proponents have already begun spinning the issue to make it all about race.
Senate Democrats don't want to appear racist by refusing a seat to the Senate's only black member.
So, it all comes down to this. What a travesty.
Illinois should conduct a special election for the Senate seat. This is the only fair way to determine who serves in the seat vacated by Barack Obama.
Friday, January 02, 2009
Second Amendment News Roundup for 1/2/09
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
Mike McCarville says that so far, based upon the evidence, Barack Obama and Rahm Emanuel deserve praise, not criticism, over the way they handled the Blagojevich scandal.
Texas Fred has some dire predictions for 2009, and I'm afraid he may be right.
Days of our Trailers reports that massive increases in gasoline and diesel taxes may be on the way.
XRLQ comments on the statement, 'Barack Obama is not my President.' And yes, I have said it. But of course, it's not even Jan. 21 yet, if that matters any...
Western Rifle Shooters Association issues an appeal for disunity concerning what's coming on Jan. 21.
Sipsy Street Irregulars points to a heated discussion going at KABA concerning race and guns. An interesting read!
Codrea's War on Guns announces a debate going on at the RNC and says that it is important that our voices be heard. Read it for more info, and act.
Gun Rights Examiner publishes Codrea's column for today that examines the issue of 'some people simply shouldn't have guns.'
Mindful Musings posts the info on the upcoming 'Grid Down Medical Course' in Lancaster, PA in February. The information taught in the course is vital to survival in the event that professional medical attention is unavailable. Take a look!
Blogstitution takes a look back at the stories published by the LA Times and says it has a very poor record when it comes to objectivity.
Syd at Front Sight, Press has a good read on the finest carry pistols. Wheel guns are excluded because they are not pistols. Read it! This should spark some debate.
Nicki has a MUST-read today entitled, 'Unusual Situations.'
Pax Parabellum posts an interesting news story of a woman in California who fought off carjackers.
Armed and Safe provides essential reading today on the debate between the 'prags' and the 'three percenters' in light of the recent vitriol directed at Mike Vanderboegh.
Darkblog comments on the treacherous path we have taken in violating citizens' liberties.
Robb Allen has a thorough scientific analysis of his blog stats for the year over at Sharp as a Marble. Now this is the way blog stats ought to be done. For a lesson in how to devise accurate and informative stats for your blog, go read, study...and learn.
Say Uncle says that North Dakota only had 2 murders during 2008, and neither one involved guns. But the Bradys apparently didn't notice...
And then Uncle has THIS story that highlights the hypocrisy of the anti-gun bigots, this time Roland Burris, the man chosen to replace Obama in the U.S. Senate.
Sebastian posts a link concerning the Smith & Wesson 637.
Holy Toledo, Batman! Squeaks is getting married! That just knocks my hat in the creek (in a good way!). Congratulations, Squeaky.
Tam has some important info for those who may have forgotten to buy themselves a gun for Christmas.
Dr. John Lott provides us with an important update on 'global warming.' I'll give you 2 guesses and the first doesn't count. It's getting colder...
Mike McCarville says that so far, based upon the evidence, Barack Obama and Rahm Emanuel deserve praise, not criticism, over the way they handled the Blagojevich scandal.
Texas Fred has some dire predictions for 2009, and I'm afraid he may be right.
Days of our Trailers reports that massive increases in gasoline and diesel taxes may be on the way.
XRLQ comments on the statement, 'Barack Obama is not my President.' And yes, I have said it. But of course, it's not even Jan. 21 yet, if that matters any...
Western Rifle Shooters Association issues an appeal for disunity concerning what's coming on Jan. 21.
Sipsy Street Irregulars points to a heated discussion going at KABA concerning race and guns. An interesting read!
Codrea's War on Guns announces a debate going on at the RNC and says that it is important that our voices be heard. Read it for more info, and act.
Gun Rights Examiner publishes Codrea's column for today that examines the issue of 'some people simply shouldn't have guns.'
Mindful Musings posts the info on the upcoming 'Grid Down Medical Course' in Lancaster, PA in February. The information taught in the course is vital to survival in the event that professional medical attention is unavailable. Take a look!
Blogstitution takes a look back at the stories published by the LA Times and says it has a very poor record when it comes to objectivity.
Syd at Front Sight, Press has a good read on the finest carry pistols. Wheel guns are excluded because they are not pistols. Read it! This should spark some debate.
Nicki has a MUST-read today entitled, 'Unusual Situations.'
Pax Parabellum posts an interesting news story of a woman in California who fought off carjackers.
Armed and Safe provides essential reading today on the debate between the 'prags' and the 'three percenters' in light of the recent vitriol directed at Mike Vanderboegh.
Darkblog comments on the treacherous path we have taken in violating citizens' liberties.
Robb Allen has a thorough scientific analysis of his blog stats for the year over at Sharp as a Marble. Now this is the way blog stats ought to be done. For a lesson in how to devise accurate and informative stats for your blog, go read, study...and learn.
Say Uncle says that North Dakota only had 2 murders during 2008, and neither one involved guns. But the Bradys apparently didn't notice...
And then Uncle has THIS story that highlights the hypocrisy of the anti-gun bigots, this time Roland Burris, the man chosen to replace Obama in the U.S. Senate.
Sebastian posts a link concerning the Smith & Wesson 637.
Holy Toledo, Batman! Squeaks is getting married! That just knocks my hat in the creek (in a good way!). Congratulations, Squeaky.
Tam has some important info for those who may have forgotten to buy themselves a gun for Christmas.
Dr. John Lott provides us with an important update on 'global warming.' I'll give you 2 guesses and the first doesn't count. It's getting colder...
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Legal Issues in Blago Appointment of Burris
Legal issues involved in Governor Rod Blagojevich's appointment of former Illinois Attorney-General Roland Burris to fill Obama's vacant Senate seat may prevent Senate Democrats from doing anything to stop it.
The Democratic Caucus of the U.S. Senate has stated that it would refuse to allow Burris to become a member of Congress due to the scandal surrounding Blagojevich's alleged scheme to sell the Senate seat to the highest bidder.
Barack Obama agrees.
But according to Eugene Volokh at The Volokh Conspiracy, legal precedent established by cases such as Powell v. McCormack would prevent a court from ruling in favor of blocking Burris, should that action be challenged in the judicial system.
Under normal circumstances I would agree. But this case is different in that the Governor who is making the appointment is under a federal indictment for attempting to sell that very Senate seat to the highest bidder.
The fact that Burris himself may not be corrupt or that Blagojevich is not engaging in corruption for making this particular appointment is beside the point. The point is that Blagojevich's involvement in possible federal crimes having to do with that very Senate seat should automatically disqualify him from making the appointment.
The Democratic Caucus of the U.S. Senate has stated that it would refuse to allow Burris to become a member of Congress due to the scandal surrounding Blagojevich's alleged scheme to sell the Senate seat to the highest bidder.
Barack Obama agrees.
But according to Eugene Volokh at The Volokh Conspiracy, legal precedent established by cases such as Powell v. McCormack would prevent a court from ruling in favor of blocking Burris, should that action be challenged in the judicial system.
Under normal circumstances I would agree. But this case is different in that the Governor who is making the appointment is under a federal indictment for attempting to sell that very Senate seat to the highest bidder.
The fact that Burris himself may not be corrupt or that Blagojevich is not engaging in corruption for making this particular appointment is beside the point. The point is that Blagojevich's involvement in possible federal crimes having to do with that very Senate seat should automatically disqualify him from making the appointment.
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
OUTRAGE! Blago Names Obama's Senate Replacement
In an act of brazenness on a scale that has rarely been seen in the history of U.S. politics, the scandal-ridden Governor of Illinois, Rod Blagojevich, has named a successor to fill Obama's vacant Senate seat.
Blago's choice, which was announced at a news conference late this afternoon in Chicago, is former Illinois Attorney-General Roland Burress, who contributed heavily to Blago and Obama-Biden.
Senate Democrats, to their credit, repeated their intention to refuse to seat anyone Blago appoints to the seat, which is their Constitutional privilege.
The appointment stunned political observers, particularly since Blago himself stated 2 weeks ago that he would not make such an appointment while he is under federal investigation.
Fox News has the complete story, including reaction from Illinois legislators, here.
Blago's choice, which was announced at a news conference late this afternoon in Chicago, is former Illinois Attorney-General Roland Burress, who contributed heavily to Blago and Obama-Biden.
Senate Democrats, to their credit, repeated their intention to refuse to seat anyone Blago appoints to the seat, which is their Constitutional privilege.
The appointment stunned political observers, particularly since Blago himself stated 2 weeks ago that he would not make such an appointment while he is under federal investigation.
Fox News has the complete story, including reaction from Illinois legislators, here.
Second Amendment News Roundup for 12/30/08
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
Western Rifle Shooters Association reports that the effort to block Holder from becoming Obama's Attorney-General is now in full swing. It's time for all of us to get involved. Western provides sample letters, who to contact, and how. It's today's MUST-read.
Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership has issued an alert entitled, 'Gun Control equals People Control.'
Days of Our Trailers provides brief, pithy, and I believe accurate commentary on the notion of the imminent breakup of the United States.
Insight on Freedom asks 'Why Does So Much of the World Hate Jews?' The writer correctly observes that little has changed since Adolf Hitler's Holocaust against them.
Dr. John Lott has another horror story from socialized medicine, this time in Great Britain.
Traction Control posts info on the North Texas Trinity River Shoot coming up on Jan. 2.
Tam comments on a case of justifiable homicide with a gun, which happened in Tennessee.
Robb Allen says that someone needs to lose a few pounds. And I would respond by saying that Robb needs to mind his own business! Oh, he means that 'thing' and not me. I can't tell if that thing is a hamster or a beaver.
John Jacob H points to a concealed carry database. You can find out whether or not your elected and public officials carry. Funny how some of the most anti-gun bigots in the world of politics carry guns themselves.
Ride Fast and Shoot Straight reports that many local shooting ranges have banned 'assault weapons,' although as of now they are still legal.
Ahab posts the info on tonight's edition of Gun Nuts Radio, and it promises to be a New Year's blowout.
Gun Pundit points to an interesting story of a bystander who shot a robber in a mall parking lot.
Armed and Safe is back after a lengthy absence, I am glad to say. Welcome back to blogging, Kurt!
Armed and Safe also found a piece written by an obvious jackass, who said that the Founders made a mistake by putting the 2nd Amendment in the Constitution.
Sebastian found the story of a Smith & Wesson that simply blew up when fired.
Say Uncle has the absolute MUST-read quote of the day, and he wrote it himself. This says it all.
Nicki reports on the latest rabble-rousing of the guy in California who seems to have a neurotic hatred of all things religious.
ARRA News Service publishes Dr. Walter Williams' latest column on global warming. Williams is one of the most astute minds in the nation today. Read it all.
Live From the Upper Texas Gulf Coast has a good read, entitled 'Who Are the Violent Ones, Again?'
The Smallest Minority comments on several items of interest to the gun rights community. It is well worth your time to read it.
Codrea's War on Guns reports the explosive news that Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich is going to appoint a Senator to fill Obama's vacant seat TODAY, in spite of the fact that he is up to his eyeballs in a federal corruption scandal.
Gun Rights Examiner: 'A Lucky Lady' by David Codrea.
Western Rifle Shooters Association reports that the effort to block Holder from becoming Obama's Attorney-General is now in full swing. It's time for all of us to get involved. Western provides sample letters, who to contact, and how. It's today's MUST-read.
Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership has issued an alert entitled, 'Gun Control equals People Control.'
Days of Our Trailers provides brief, pithy, and I believe accurate commentary on the notion of the imminent breakup of the United States.
Insight on Freedom asks 'Why Does So Much of the World Hate Jews?' The writer correctly observes that little has changed since Adolf Hitler's Holocaust against them.
Dr. John Lott has another horror story from socialized medicine, this time in Great Britain.
Traction Control posts info on the North Texas Trinity River Shoot coming up on Jan. 2.
Tam comments on a case of justifiable homicide with a gun, which happened in Tennessee.
Robb Allen says that someone needs to lose a few pounds. And I would respond by saying that Robb needs to mind his own business! Oh, he means that 'thing' and not me. I can't tell if that thing is a hamster or a beaver.
John Jacob H points to a concealed carry database. You can find out whether or not your elected and public officials carry. Funny how some of the most anti-gun bigots in the world of politics carry guns themselves.
Ride Fast and Shoot Straight reports that many local shooting ranges have banned 'assault weapons,' although as of now they are still legal.
Ahab posts the info on tonight's edition of Gun Nuts Radio, and it promises to be a New Year's blowout.
Gun Pundit points to an interesting story of a bystander who shot a robber in a mall parking lot.
Armed and Safe is back after a lengthy absence, I am glad to say. Welcome back to blogging, Kurt!
Armed and Safe also found a piece written by an obvious jackass, who said that the Founders made a mistake by putting the 2nd Amendment in the Constitution.
Sebastian found the story of a Smith & Wesson that simply blew up when fired.
Say Uncle has the absolute MUST-read quote of the day, and he wrote it himself. This says it all.
Nicki reports on the latest rabble-rousing of the guy in California who seems to have a neurotic hatred of all things religious.
ARRA News Service publishes Dr. Walter Williams' latest column on global warming. Williams is one of the most astute minds in the nation today. Read it all.
Live From the Upper Texas Gulf Coast has a good read, entitled 'Who Are the Violent Ones, Again?'
The Smallest Minority comments on several items of interest to the gun rights community. It is well worth your time to read it.
Codrea's War on Guns reports the explosive news that Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich is going to appoint a Senator to fill Obama's vacant seat TODAY, in spite of the fact that he is up to his eyeballs in a federal corruption scandal.
Gun Rights Examiner: 'A Lucky Lady' by David Codrea.
Monday, December 29, 2008
Breaking: Feds File to Release Secret Blago Tapes
Federal prosecutor Patrick Fitzgerald has been sitting on surveillance tapes of scandal-ridden Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich. On Monday, Fitzgerald made a motion to release the tapes.
The question, however, is whether or not the particular tapes to be released contain conversations between Blago and advisors to Barack Obama.
The news story at the link above does not address that issue.
The question, however, is whether or not the particular tapes to be released contain conversations between Blago and advisors to Barack Obama.
The news story at the link above does not address that issue.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup for 12/26/08
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
Gun Rights Examiner posts David Codrea's column for today entitled, 'A Wanted Man and a True Success Story.'
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*They're kicking us while we're down with more taxes.
*About That Virginia Tech Gun Ban
Roberta X shares some interesting thoughts on governments. It's worth reading.
HERE is a follow-up to the story of the JBT raid of a food co-op in Ohio. It seems the directors of the co-op are fighting back. Good!
From Gateway Pundit:
*Christmas was declared a holiday in Iraq for the very first time.
*EU urges Arab gov'ts to allow Christian churches
*Blago's lawyers want Obama aides to testify before House impeachment committee
From Sipsey Street Irregulars:
*We Will Not Disarm--a must-read!
*An excellent review of the movie 'Valkyrie'
*Interesting post on the usefulness of supposedly 'obsolete' weapons
Caroline Glick, Middle East expert and internationally-renown journalist, now has her own TV show on Pajamas Media TV. Take a look for details.
Pax Parabellum has a stunning must-read on Timothy McVeigh and Obama-pal Bill Ayers. So, what's the difference between McVeigh and Ayers? Apparently nothing!
Breda blogs on the many good things that happened all over Iraq during the year.
The Wandering Minstrel says that gun signs can be seen all over Arizona--a stark contrast to California. He also has a photo.
LOL! Texas Fred reports that Sarah Palin has proclaimed the official end of Christmas for 2008, and he has the photo to prove it!
Walls of the City has a fitting tribute to President Bush for those qualities in a human being that are often overlooked.
Days of Our Trailers blogs on 'the gift that keeps on giving'...sort of like herpes.
Conservative Libertarian Outpost says it's time for conservatives to get their revenge on the liberal media, and the Media Research Center has obliged...the 2008 goofiest MSM quotes of the year.
Michelle Malkin provides today's update on the never-ending bailout march.
News you won't find anywhere else. Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs presents the whole truth on the Islamic terrorist attack in India. What they did to the Rabbi and his wife is simply barbaric. Warning! Post and pictures not for the faint of heart!
Gun Rights Examiner posts David Codrea's column for today entitled, 'A Wanted Man and a True Success Story.'
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*They're kicking us while we're down with more taxes.
*About That Virginia Tech Gun Ban
Roberta X shares some interesting thoughts on governments. It's worth reading.
HERE is a follow-up to the story of the JBT raid of a food co-op in Ohio. It seems the directors of the co-op are fighting back. Good!
From Gateway Pundit:
*Christmas was declared a holiday in Iraq for the very first time.
*EU urges Arab gov'ts to allow Christian churches
*Blago's lawyers want Obama aides to testify before House impeachment committee
From Sipsey Street Irregulars:
*We Will Not Disarm--a must-read!
*An excellent review of the movie 'Valkyrie'
*Interesting post on the usefulness of supposedly 'obsolete' weapons
Caroline Glick, Middle East expert and internationally-renown journalist, now has her own TV show on Pajamas Media TV. Take a look for details.
Pax Parabellum has a stunning must-read on Timothy McVeigh and Obama-pal Bill Ayers. So, what's the difference between McVeigh and Ayers? Apparently nothing!
Breda blogs on the many good things that happened all over Iraq during the year.
The Wandering Minstrel says that gun signs can be seen all over Arizona--a stark contrast to California. He also has a photo.
LOL! Texas Fred reports that Sarah Palin has proclaimed the official end of Christmas for 2008, and he has the photo to prove it!
Walls of the City has a fitting tribute to President Bush for those qualities in a human being that are often overlooked.
Days of Our Trailers blogs on 'the gift that keeps on giving'...sort of like herpes.
Conservative Libertarian Outpost says it's time for conservatives to get their revenge on the liberal media, and the Media Research Center has obliged...the 2008 goofiest MSM quotes of the year.
Michelle Malkin provides today's update on the never-ending bailout march.
News you won't find anywhere else. Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs presents the whole truth on the Islamic terrorist attack in India. What they did to the Rabbi and his wife is simply barbaric. Warning! Post and pictures not for the faint of heart!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Landmines Within the Nuggets of Truth
While Obama was vacationing in Hawaii, while Congress was on Christmas recess, and while Rahm Emanuel was on his way out of the country, the long-awaited internal report on contacts between the Obama team and corrupt Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich was released.
It is no coincidence that the report was released at just the right time for it to receive minimal attention from the American public and little reaction from politicians.
Under normal conditions this would be a major indication that something was in the report that is embarrassing and/or damaging to Obama and company.
As it turns out there are numerous potential landmines in the report that could spell deep trouble ahead for the President-elect, although the report claims that no inappropriate contact took place.
We must remember that this was an internal review conducted by the Obama team's legal counsel. The report is not an official investigative analysis conducted by the federal prosecutor.
Thus, in essence, the report is nothing more than the Obama team exonerating itself.
Yet the report had to contain enough factual information that can be corroborated by the federal prosecutor so as not to appear too eager to claim innocence in the midst of enormous guilt and so as not to lead to charges of perjury.
And there are plenty of nuggets of truth in the report to suggest that something is terribly amiss within the Obama camp.
For example:
...Obama and several aids were interviewed by the federal prosecutor concerning possible connections between the Obama camp and the scandal involving Rod Blagojevich...
...Obama claimed that he had no contact at all with Blago concerning his vacant Senate seat, and in fact stated that he would take a 'hands off' approach to his replacement in the Senate. Yet the report admits that Obama authorized Rahm Emanuel to suggest the names of his preferred replacements to Blago and/or his staff...
...Federal prosecutors played for Emanuel a segment of their surveillance tapes of conversations between Emanuel and Blagojevich, suggesting that the Feds needed to remind Emanuel that they had significant evidence...
...Although the report states that Emanuel had 'one or two' conservations with Blago and 4 more conversations with Blago's aids, earlier reports from the Feds suggest that Emanuel actually had 21 separate conservations with Blago and his staff.
The transcripts of those taped conversations have not been made public, nor do we know for sure if they will ever be. It would be assumed that once a formal indictment is issued against Blagojevich the transcripts of the tapes could then be made available.
But once again it has become abundantly clear that until we see the full transcripts of the tapes and are made aware of all of the evidence the federal prosecutor has amassed, we are no closer to finding out the real truth than we were prior to the release of the report.
In fact, each time the Obama team issues a report or makes comments about the entire matter, we are left with nothing but more questions.
It is no coincidence that the report was released at just the right time for it to receive minimal attention from the American public and little reaction from politicians.
Under normal conditions this would be a major indication that something was in the report that is embarrassing and/or damaging to Obama and company.
As it turns out there are numerous potential landmines in the report that could spell deep trouble ahead for the President-elect, although the report claims that no inappropriate contact took place.
We must remember that this was an internal review conducted by the Obama team's legal counsel. The report is not an official investigative analysis conducted by the federal prosecutor.
Thus, in essence, the report is nothing more than the Obama team exonerating itself.
Yet the report had to contain enough factual information that can be corroborated by the federal prosecutor so as not to appear too eager to claim innocence in the midst of enormous guilt and so as not to lead to charges of perjury.
And there are plenty of nuggets of truth in the report to suggest that something is terribly amiss within the Obama camp.
For example:
...Obama and several aids were interviewed by the federal prosecutor concerning possible connections between the Obama camp and the scandal involving Rod Blagojevich...
...Obama claimed that he had no contact at all with Blago concerning his vacant Senate seat, and in fact stated that he would take a 'hands off' approach to his replacement in the Senate. Yet the report admits that Obama authorized Rahm Emanuel to suggest the names of his preferred replacements to Blago and/or his staff...
...Federal prosecutors played for Emanuel a segment of their surveillance tapes of conversations between Emanuel and Blagojevich, suggesting that the Feds needed to remind Emanuel that they had significant evidence...
...Although the report states that Emanuel had 'one or two' conservations with Blago and 4 more conversations with Blago's aids, earlier reports from the Feds suggest that Emanuel actually had 21 separate conservations with Blago and his staff.
The transcripts of those taped conversations have not been made public, nor do we know for sure if they will ever be. It would be assumed that once a formal indictment is issued against Blagojevich the transcripts of the tapes could then be made available.
But once again it has become abundantly clear that until we see the full transcripts of the tapes and are made aware of all of the evidence the federal prosecutor has amassed, we are no closer to finding out the real truth than we were prior to the release of the report.
In fact, each time the Obama team issues a report or makes comments about the entire matter, we are left with nothing but more questions.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
BREAKING: Report Released, Admits Rahm Had Contact
An internal review prepared for President-elect Barack Obama says his incoming chief of staff had multiple conversations with Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's office, but no one close to Obama suspected that the governor might be trying to sell Obama's Senate seat as prosecutors allege.
The report on inappropriate contacts between the Obama camp and the office of corrupt Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich has finally been released this afternoon at 4:30 PM ET.
Within the report prepared for Obama is an admission that Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel had multiple contacts with Blagojevich.
Fox News provides the details.
UPDATE: At first glance the report appears to contradict what the Obama camp and VP Joe Biden have been saying as late as this morning, that at the most Rahm Emanuel may have had one conversation with Blago, but not concerning the vacant Senate seat.
The Feds still have not released the content of surveillance tapes of some 21 different conversations Rahm had with Blagojevich.
UPDATE 2: The Washington Times has released its story on the report. More contradictory statements to the effect that Obama had no contact with the Governor at all and that Emanuel spoke with Blago only 3 or 4 times, including calls to Blago's staff. Still more questions raised concerning earlier reports from the Feds.
UPDATE 3: Fox News contributor Mary Katharine Ham provides insightful commentary at The Weekly Standard.
UPDATE 4: The report says that Obama authorized Rahm Emanuel to pass along to Governor Rod Blagojevich the names of persons Obama preferred for his vacant Senate seat. So, where the heck is Obama's supposed 'hands off' approach to filling the vacant seat???
Rahm, What's the Frequency?
Shortly after Dan Rather took over for the retiring Walter Cronkite at CBS News in the early 1980s, Rather was accosted by an assailant near his home in New York City.
Rather reported that as he neared his Manhattan home, a man approached him and asked, 'Kenneth, what's the frequency?,' upon which the man proceeded to beat Rather to a pulp.
The CBS anchorman sustained some minor injuries from the encounter, as I recall.
The Barack Obama team has been sitting on a special report into alleged improper contacts between the Obama camp and the beleaguered Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich.
Supposedly at the request of the U.S. Justice Department, the Obama team has delayed the release of the report until just prior to Christmas--at the very time when Obama himself is out of Washington on holiday in Hawaii and the D.C. political establishment has vacated the premises for Christmas.
It is widely expected that the report, scheduled for release today, will receive the Obama spin, claiming no improper contact between the 2 camps. But the devil will be in the details.
The Wall Street Journal speculates that the report will raise more questions than it answers, sending reporters scattering off to chase down dozens of tangents.
In the end, however, someone is gonna get slammed.
At present my tendency is to believe that Rahm Emanuel will be thrown under the bus when this entire mess is finally unraveled.
It is entirely unrealistic to believe that Obama's staff had no contact with Blagojevich's office concerning Obama's vacated Senate seat, which Blago had placed for sale to the highest bidder. These are all Chicago political establishment pros. And we all know the scoop on the nature of the Chicago political machine.
Obama is not about to take any responsibility for any improper contact with Blago as the Governor faces an uphill battle in the corruption probe that surrounds him.
Thus, the next logical choice is Rahm Emanuel, Obama's chief of staff and Chicago political insider.
Whether Rahm realizes it or not, he may be very very close to being politically pulverized. The next voice he hears may well be, 'Hey, bub, what's the frequency?'
Rather reported that as he neared his Manhattan home, a man approached him and asked, 'Kenneth, what's the frequency?,' upon which the man proceeded to beat Rather to a pulp.
The CBS anchorman sustained some minor injuries from the encounter, as I recall.
The Barack Obama team has been sitting on a special report into alleged improper contacts between the Obama camp and the beleaguered Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich.
Supposedly at the request of the U.S. Justice Department, the Obama team has delayed the release of the report until just prior to Christmas--at the very time when Obama himself is out of Washington on holiday in Hawaii and the D.C. political establishment has vacated the premises for Christmas.
It is widely expected that the report, scheduled for release today, will receive the Obama spin, claiming no improper contact between the 2 camps. But the devil will be in the details.
The Wall Street Journal speculates that the report will raise more questions than it answers, sending reporters scattering off to chase down dozens of tangents.
In the end, however, someone is gonna get slammed.
At present my tendency is to believe that Rahm Emanuel will be thrown under the bus when this entire mess is finally unraveled.
It is entirely unrealistic to believe that Obama's staff had no contact with Blagojevich's office concerning Obama's vacated Senate seat, which Blago had placed for sale to the highest bidder. These are all Chicago political establishment pros. And we all know the scoop on the nature of the Chicago political machine.
Obama is not about to take any responsibility for any improper contact with Blago as the Governor faces an uphill battle in the corruption probe that surrounds him.
Thus, the next logical choice is Rahm Emanuel, Obama's chief of staff and Chicago political insider.
Whether Rahm realizes it or not, he may be very very close to being politically pulverized. The next voice he hears may well be, 'Hey, bub, what's the frequency?'
Monday, December 22, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup for 12/22/08
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:.
Western Rifle Shooters Association has the infamous quote of the day directly from the mouth of our Fuhrer-elect.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*The Wayne Fincher Case has been submitted to the Supreme Court.
*Who possesses the moral authority to 'grant' permission to self-defense?
Gun Rights Examiner posts Codrea's column for today that examines 2 cases where guns were prohibited at malls.
Sipsy Street Irregulars says it's time to put all our efforts into blocking Eric Holder's appointment as Attorney-General.
21 Guns Salute has a brief but informative roundup of some events in the news of late.
2A Musing reports more limits to our freedoms, courtesy of our 'progressive' friends.
JR wishes a Happy Chanukah to all of our Jewish friends, and points to a site that explains the background of the Jewish holiday for the Gentiles who may not understand.
Tam muses that self-defense does not make one a vigilante and offers a case that illustrates the point...along with some words to the wise about what NOT to do.
Xavier Thoughts revisits Jeanne Asam one year after she saved hundreds of lives at a church in Colorado.
Say Uncle says that now the mantra is that 'buying a gun makes you a racist.'
Sebastian has some very important gun rights news regarding the campaign for Chair of the GOP.
Nicki's title to this post on Congress says it all--'Aren't You Glad You Gave Them All That Money?' I would add that on top of the travesty Nicki points out, the scumbags went and gave themselves a pay raise in the middle of a recession!
Speaking of the reprehensible Congressional payraise, Insight on Freedom provides a good read on the subject.
Breda writes about VP Dick Cheney today. Say what you will about the man, but he is principled, consistent, and doesn't back down.
Mike McCarville reports that the unbridled proliferation of casinos has had the negative effect of producing problem gamblers.
Blogonomicon requests some help with the subject of reloading for a newbie.
Armed Citizen posts an excellent article by Ann Coulter on election tampering.
Free in Idaho provides good reading entitled, 'Shooting, Hitting, Stopping.'
Syd provides some timeless words from former Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas.
Pax Parabellum reports late-breaking news on the Obama-Blagojevich fundraiser. The stench keeps spreading...
The Wandering Minstrel has a head-shot from target practice.
Days of Our Trailers says that apparently the VPC is running out of scary names with which to demonize guns.
Texas Fred provides an informative update on the Texas Gun Owners Association. Give it a look!
Conservative Libertarian Outpost aptly reminds us that the DEA's 'War on Drugs' actually perpetuates criminal activity, drug lords, etc. I have always supported the de-criminalization of drugs as a means to de-fang the drug lords and create empty space in prisons for the dangerous criminals.
Gateway Pundit has today's news on the conviction of the 'Fort Dix Six' for plotting to murder American soldiers. 5 of the 6 Muslims were actually convicted, though. The first of the 6 was convicted back in April.
Michelle Malkin posts the complete story, including the documents, of the flap concerning Obama's website, 'Change.gov.'
Western Rifle Shooters Association has the infamous quote of the day directly from the mouth of our Fuhrer-elect.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*The Wayne Fincher Case has been submitted to the Supreme Court.
*Who possesses the moral authority to 'grant' permission to self-defense?
Gun Rights Examiner posts Codrea's column for today that examines 2 cases where guns were prohibited at malls.
Sipsy Street Irregulars says it's time to put all our efforts into blocking Eric Holder's appointment as Attorney-General.
21 Guns Salute has a brief but informative roundup of some events in the news of late.
2A Musing reports more limits to our freedoms, courtesy of our 'progressive' friends.
JR wishes a Happy Chanukah to all of our Jewish friends, and points to a site that explains the background of the Jewish holiday for the Gentiles who may not understand.
Tam muses that self-defense does not make one a vigilante and offers a case that illustrates the point...along with some words to the wise about what NOT to do.
Xavier Thoughts revisits Jeanne Asam one year after she saved hundreds of lives at a church in Colorado.
Say Uncle says that now the mantra is that 'buying a gun makes you a racist.'
Sebastian has some very important gun rights news regarding the campaign for Chair of the GOP.
Nicki's title to this post on Congress says it all--'Aren't You Glad You Gave Them All That Money?' I would add that on top of the travesty Nicki points out, the scumbags went and gave themselves a pay raise in the middle of a recession!
Speaking of the reprehensible Congressional payraise, Insight on Freedom provides a good read on the subject.
Breda writes about VP Dick Cheney today. Say what you will about the man, but he is principled, consistent, and doesn't back down.
Mike McCarville reports that the unbridled proliferation of casinos has had the negative effect of producing problem gamblers.
Blogonomicon requests some help with the subject of reloading for a newbie.
Armed Citizen posts an excellent article by Ann Coulter on election tampering.
Free in Idaho provides good reading entitled, 'Shooting, Hitting, Stopping.'
Syd provides some timeless words from former Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas.
Pax Parabellum reports late-breaking news on the Obama-Blagojevich fundraiser. The stench keeps spreading...
The Wandering Minstrel has a head-shot from target practice.
Days of Our Trailers says that apparently the VPC is running out of scary names with which to demonize guns.
Texas Fred provides an informative update on the Texas Gun Owners Association. Give it a look!
Conservative Libertarian Outpost aptly reminds us that the DEA's 'War on Drugs' actually perpetuates criminal activity, drug lords, etc. I have always supported the de-criminalization of drugs as a means to de-fang the drug lords and create empty space in prisons for the dangerous criminals.
Gateway Pundit has today's news on the conviction of the 'Fort Dix Six' for plotting to murder American soldiers. 5 of the 6 Muslims were actually convicted, though. The first of the 6 was convicted back in April.
Michelle Malkin posts the complete story, including the documents, of the flap concerning Obama's website, 'Change.gov.'
He Said, He Said, They Said
I notice that a report at ABC News claims that Obama chief of staff Rahm Emanuel supposedly made only one call to corrupt Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, and even then the call had nothing to do with Obama's vacant Senate seat.
Blago, on the other hand, claims through his aids that he regularly took calls from Emanuel.
Looks like a clear case of he said, he said.
Except for one small consideration.
They said, that is, the FBI, that surveillance tapes reveal at least 21 conversations between the 2 concerning the vacant Senate seat and other political matters.
If these tapes do, in fact, exist, then perhaps the only thing that will matter is the content of the tapes. This will determine if a clear connection can be established between Blago's attempt to sell the Senate seat and the Obama team.
Blago, on the other hand, claims through his aids that he regularly took calls from Emanuel.
Looks like a clear case of he said, he said.
Except for one small consideration.
They said, that is, the FBI, that surveillance tapes reveal at least 21 conversations between the 2 concerning the vacant Senate seat and other political matters.
If these tapes do, in fact, exist, then perhaps the only thing that will matter is the content of the tapes. This will determine if a clear connection can be established between Blago's attempt to sell the Senate seat and the Obama team.
Friday, December 19, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup for 12/19/08
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*More on using military for police-force at home
*An Important Question
*2 More Important Questions
*High Anxiety
Gun Rights Examiner has Codrea's article for today entitled, 'Champion of Gun Control.'
Western Rifle Shooters Association points to an important 5-part essay in the Brussels Journal on Obama and the future of western civilization.
Roberta X blogs on the true nature of anarchy.
Blogonomicon reports that the Israelis are working on a roadway that will generate enough electricity to power 12 small cars. Neat! Recharging while you drive.
Free in Idaho opines on how long it will take Amazon to deliver your copy of The Founders' Second Amendment: Origins of the Right to Bear Arms.'
Syd points to Joe Huffman's coverage of the gun battle raging in Seattle.
Gun Pundit says he is hold up inside because of the snow in Michigan.
Pax Parabellum reports that Obama chief of staff Rahm Emanuel is sinking even deeper into the Blago-scandal.
Sebastian says that the federal government has sued Delaware County in Pennsylvania over its refusal to return guns to their owners after gun-seizures.
Breda muses that it's going to a LONG 4 years under Obama.
Nicki Fellenzer provides a heartwarming word of encouragement for which this blogger is deeply appreciative!
The Wandering Minstrel posts an NRA-alert concerning gun owners' fear of what Obama will do with regard to gun rights.
Traction Control has the story of a man having a smoke on his patio at an apartment building when suddenly, a naked woman lands in front of him from an upper floor...a lucky son of a gun.
Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs provides an update on her continuing struggles with Google's ban on her blog.
Gateway Pundit gives us a lesson on how to steal an election. Just keep recounting until you get enough votes from 'somewhere,' per Al Franken in Minnesota. What a travesty.
Alphecca reports via Brent Littlefield that the liberals' intent to silence conservatives is close to being a reality.
Wow. Texas Fred says that Somalian immigrants living in Minnesota are leaving the state to join the Jihad.
Walls of the City shares with us what he wrote to officials in Tennessee concerning changes
made to require handgun serial numbers for those who have handgun permits.
Days of Our Trailers has some news on Caroline Kennedy and the 2nd Amendment.
The Rustmeister muses on the realities of blogging these days. And yes, I was pissed yesterday (not at Rusty), but not today. Once I get it out of my system, I'm fine.
ARRA News Service shows us 22 pounds' worth of reasons the 'Big 3' automakers are in deep doo-doo. This is a MUST-read!
Dr. Walter E. Williams, my favorite intellectual, provides excellent reading entitled, 'Counterfeiting versus Monetary Policy.'
An Ol' Broad's Ramblings has the latest edition of 'Obamarama.' Take a look for a good chuckle.
Our prayers go out for Michelle Malkin who is down with a nasty bug that sent her to the ER.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*More on using military for police-force at home
*An Important Question
*2 More Important Questions
*High Anxiety
Gun Rights Examiner has Codrea's article for today entitled, 'Champion of Gun Control.'
Western Rifle Shooters Association points to an important 5-part essay in the Brussels Journal on Obama and the future of western civilization.
Roberta X blogs on the true nature of anarchy.
Blogonomicon reports that the Israelis are working on a roadway that will generate enough electricity to power 12 small cars. Neat! Recharging while you drive.
Free in Idaho opines on how long it will take Amazon to deliver your copy of The Founders' Second Amendment: Origins of the Right to Bear Arms.'
Syd points to Joe Huffman's coverage of the gun battle raging in Seattle.
Gun Pundit says he is hold up inside because of the snow in Michigan.
Pax Parabellum reports that Obama chief of staff Rahm Emanuel is sinking even deeper into the Blago-scandal.
Sebastian says that the federal government has sued Delaware County in Pennsylvania over its refusal to return guns to their owners after gun-seizures.
Breda muses that it's going to a LONG 4 years under Obama.
Nicki Fellenzer provides a heartwarming word of encouragement for which this blogger is deeply appreciative!
The Wandering Minstrel posts an NRA-alert concerning gun owners' fear of what Obama will do with regard to gun rights.
Traction Control has the story of a man having a smoke on his patio at an apartment building when suddenly, a naked woman lands in front of him from an upper floor...a lucky son of a gun.
Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs provides an update on her continuing struggles with Google's ban on her blog.
Gateway Pundit gives us a lesson on how to steal an election. Just keep recounting until you get enough votes from 'somewhere,' per Al Franken in Minnesota. What a travesty.
Alphecca reports via Brent Littlefield that the liberals' intent to silence conservatives is close to being a reality.
Wow. Texas Fred says that Somalian immigrants living in Minnesota are leaving the state to join the Jihad.
Walls of the City shares with us what he wrote to officials in Tennessee concerning changes
made to require handgun serial numbers for those who have handgun permits.
Days of Our Trailers has some news on Caroline Kennedy and the 2nd Amendment.
The Rustmeister muses on the realities of blogging these days. And yes, I was pissed yesterday (not at Rusty), but not today. Once I get it out of my system, I'm fine.
ARRA News Service shows us 22 pounds' worth of reasons the 'Big 3' automakers are in deep doo-doo. This is a MUST-read!
Dr. Walter E. Williams, my favorite intellectual, provides excellent reading entitled, 'Counterfeiting versus Monetary Policy.'
An Ol' Broad's Ramblings has the latest edition of 'Obamarama.' Take a look for a good chuckle.
Our prayers go out for Michelle Malkin who is down with a nasty bug that sent her to the ER.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Blago Won't Choose Obama's Senate Replacement
At least Senate Democrats have retained at least one tiny thimbleful of scruples. Embattled Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich has been informed that Senate Democrats will not seat anyone that the Governor appoints to Barack Obama's vacant seat.
So, that's that. According to Blago's attorney, there won't be any use in his client making an appointment.
Good!
So, that's that. According to Blago's attorney, there won't be any use in his client making an appointment.
Good!
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Obama Cuts Off Reporter, Lies About Senate Seat
In a rare moment of true journalism in today's world, a reporter asked Barack Obama a question that gets to the heart of the issue of the vacant Senate seat-Blagojevich-Emanual scandal: Obama's lies.
Obama stated early on that he was going to take a 'hands off' approach to the choice of his replacement in the Senate, yet proceeded to talk directly to Blagojevich about the choice, and then word came today that his chief of staff Rahm Emanuel talked to Blago 21 times about the seat.
Somebody, obviously, in addition Blagojevich is not being truthful here.
The truth must hurt. The video below shows Obama cutting off the reporter's question, lecturing him about 'not wasting his question.' Obama is clearly irked.
Take a look at a video clip from that news conference here.
Obama stated early on that he was going to take a 'hands off' approach to the choice of his replacement in the Senate, yet proceeded to talk directly to Blagojevich about the choice, and then word came today that his chief of staff Rahm Emanuel talked to Blago 21 times about the seat.
Somebody, obviously, in addition Blagojevich is not being truthful here.
The truth must hurt. The video below shows Obama cutting off the reporter's question, lecturing him about 'not wasting his question.' Obama is clearly irked.
Take a look at a video clip from that news conference here.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup for 12/16/08
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
Via Matt Drudge:
*Outrage! Democrats allow corrupt Blago to retain power to appoint Senator
*Rush Limbaugh responds to Colin Powell's criticism
Sebastian says that the Second Amendment Book Bomb has been a success so far.
Nicki comments on a new rule regarding firearms at a military base. Somebody goofed here bigtime!
Ahab posts the info on tonight's edition of Gun Nuts Radio.
JR says that at least one journalist who supported Obama is now having a case of 'buyer's remorse.'
Alphecca provides info and commentary on Pittsburgh's new gun law.
Syd reports an interesting bit of news about the Madoff Ponzi scheme on Wall Street. Guess who got skinned? None other than our old 'friend' Frank Lautenberg!
Dustin's Gun Blog points to a numbskull who says the Bill of Rights is outdated. Read it all.
Mindful Musings provides good reading on the Battle of the Bulge.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*ATF agents reenact Sherman's march looking for ammo and explosives
*Newspaper refers to Obama as 'Burka Abeam' yet again
*Dial 911 and Die--another example of need to be armed
Gun Rights Examiner has Codrea's question concerning a lesson to be learned. David wants your response to the question, and you can post it at the Examiner.
Say Uncle wonders if VP Dick Cheney will be pleased with the expansion of executive power once Obama takes office. A good read!
John Lott reports that the disputed Minnesota Senate race is now going to court.
Mike McCarville alerts us to a move in the Oklahoma legislature that would permanently remove sales taxes from firearms and ammo purchases.
Texas Fred has the latest news on the deepening recession and the Feds' move to slash interest rates.
Walls of the City posts some news on a firearm he's buying. Lots of links provided, too.
Days of our Trailers points to a story that perfectly shows why I am just sick about what the state of North Carolina has become.
Bloviating Zeppelin gives us a chuckle on the global warming issue. Given that the glaciers in the Arctic region are increasing drastically, I would naturally attribute it to 'global warming.'
From An Ol' Broad's Ramblings:
*Today's edition of 'Obamarama.'
*Stalin's Legacy--a MUST-read!
Gateway Pundit reports the explosive news that the Feds have captured on tape Obama chief of staff Rahm Emanuel having at least 21 different conversations with corrupt Governor Blago concerning Obama's Senate seat. But of course, Obama stated his internal 'investigation' revealed 'nothing improper' on the part of his staff.
Via Matt Drudge:
*Outrage! Democrats allow corrupt Blago to retain power to appoint Senator
*Rush Limbaugh responds to Colin Powell's criticism
Sebastian says that the Second Amendment Book Bomb has been a success so far.
Nicki comments on a new rule regarding firearms at a military base. Somebody goofed here bigtime!
Ahab posts the info on tonight's edition of Gun Nuts Radio.
JR says that at least one journalist who supported Obama is now having a case of 'buyer's remorse.'
Alphecca provides info and commentary on Pittsburgh's new gun law.
Syd reports an interesting bit of news about the Madoff Ponzi scheme on Wall Street. Guess who got skinned? None other than our old 'friend' Frank Lautenberg!
Dustin's Gun Blog points to a numbskull who says the Bill of Rights is outdated. Read it all.
Mindful Musings provides good reading on the Battle of the Bulge.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*ATF agents reenact Sherman's march looking for ammo and explosives
*Newspaper refers to Obama as 'Burka Abeam' yet again
*Dial 911 and Die--another example of need to be armed
Gun Rights Examiner has Codrea's question concerning a lesson to be learned. David wants your response to the question, and you can post it at the Examiner.
Say Uncle wonders if VP Dick Cheney will be pleased with the expansion of executive power once Obama takes office. A good read!
John Lott reports that the disputed Minnesota Senate race is now going to court.
Mike McCarville alerts us to a move in the Oklahoma legislature that would permanently remove sales taxes from firearms and ammo purchases.
Texas Fred has the latest news on the deepening recession and the Feds' move to slash interest rates.
Walls of the City posts some news on a firearm he's buying. Lots of links provided, too.
Days of our Trailers points to a story that perfectly shows why I am just sick about what the state of North Carolina has become.
Bloviating Zeppelin gives us a chuckle on the global warming issue. Given that the glaciers in the Arctic region are increasing drastically, I would naturally attribute it to 'global warming.'
From An Ol' Broad's Ramblings:
*Today's edition of 'Obamarama.'
*Stalin's Legacy--a MUST-read!
Gateway Pundit reports the explosive news that the Feds have captured on tape Obama chief of staff Rahm Emanuel having at least 21 different conversations with corrupt Governor Blago concerning Obama's Senate seat. But of course, Obama stated his internal 'investigation' revealed 'nothing improper' on the part of his staff.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup for 12/15/08
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
Pamela Geller of Atlas Shrugs is in Jerusalem covering the international counter-Jihad conference. Here are some posts of vital interest in the continuing struggle against terrorism:
*The Speakers
*Live-Blogging from Jerusalem
*Facing the Jihad
*Geert Wilders' gut-wrenching speech--a must-read!
From Texas Fred:
*Information on the new Texas Gun Owners Association
*McCain scolds GOP for criticizing Obama
In case you haven't already done so, take a look at the new Texas Gun Association website.
Walls of the City blogs on 'legitimized theft' as state legislatures across the country run wild with 'ammunition accountability.'
From The Rustmeister:
*Second Amendment Book Bomb
*The NRA rifle and shotgun survey
Insight on Freedom posts 'THIS is Why Conservatives Fear Big Government.'
Conservative Libertarian Outpost says that despite his claims to the contrary, Obama's planned 'change' may include gun rights.
The Smallest Minority has a great quote on the .38 special. And I agree. It has stood the test of time, and it gets the job done very well.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*A Matter of Trust
*A Deadly Mix
*No Rush to Judgment--in 'Gun Rights Examiner'
Sipsey Street Irregulars posts 'The Coming Social Chaos--A Danger to Liberty or a Job Opportunity for the Armed Citizenry?'
Dark Blog provides interesting reading entitled 'Lessons in Ecofascism.'
Mr. Completely gives us the latest update on his health, and it's good news.
Say Uncle has some gun art for a Monday.
Robb Allen writes about a common misconception concerning gun rights activists.
Breda posts some words to the wise of vital importance to those not wishing to be easy prey.
Nicki points to a major misprint at ABC News. The sad thing is, the misprint is true!
The Wandering Minstrel presents 'President 44--The Chicago Menace.'
Tam has an important 'news flash' that you gotta see!
Pax Parabellum says that Obama is now linked to the Senate seat fiasco in Illinois involving corrupt Governor Blagojevich.
Roberta X posts the entirety of the Bill of Rights on this 'Bill of Rights Day.'
Western Rifle Shooters Association has essential reading entitled, 'Sovietizing the Economy--The Final Phase.'
Dr. John Lott shares his new op-ed on how the auto bailout is a bad investment.
From Gateway Pundit:
*Yet another member of the Obama team investigated for corruption! And you won't believe who it is! None other than the imbecilic Governor Billy Richardson of New Mexico!
*The Salvation Army told to stop rattling their collection tins. It might 'offend' other religions!
Pamela Geller of Atlas Shrugs is in Jerusalem covering the international counter-Jihad conference. Here are some posts of vital interest in the continuing struggle against terrorism:
*The Speakers
*Live-Blogging from Jerusalem
*Facing the Jihad
*Geert Wilders' gut-wrenching speech--a must-read!
From Texas Fred:
*Information on the new Texas Gun Owners Association
*McCain scolds GOP for criticizing Obama
In case you haven't already done so, take a look at the new Texas Gun Association website.
Walls of the City blogs on 'legitimized theft' as state legislatures across the country run wild with 'ammunition accountability.'
From The Rustmeister:
*Second Amendment Book Bomb
*The NRA rifle and shotgun survey
Insight on Freedom posts 'THIS is Why Conservatives Fear Big Government.'
Conservative Libertarian Outpost says that despite his claims to the contrary, Obama's planned 'change' may include gun rights.
The Smallest Minority has a great quote on the .38 special. And I agree. It has stood the test of time, and it gets the job done very well.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*A Matter of Trust
*A Deadly Mix
*No Rush to Judgment--in 'Gun Rights Examiner'
Sipsey Street Irregulars posts 'The Coming Social Chaos--A Danger to Liberty or a Job Opportunity for the Armed Citizenry?'
Dark Blog provides interesting reading entitled 'Lessons in Ecofascism.'
Mr. Completely gives us the latest update on his health, and it's good news.
Say Uncle has some gun art for a Monday.
Robb Allen writes about a common misconception concerning gun rights activists.
Breda posts some words to the wise of vital importance to those not wishing to be easy prey.
Nicki points to a major misprint at ABC News. The sad thing is, the misprint is true!
The Wandering Minstrel presents 'President 44--The Chicago Menace.'
Tam has an important 'news flash' that you gotta see!
Pax Parabellum says that Obama is now linked to the Senate seat fiasco in Illinois involving corrupt Governor Blagojevich.
Roberta X posts the entirety of the Bill of Rights on this 'Bill of Rights Day.'
Western Rifle Shooters Association has essential reading entitled, 'Sovietizing the Economy--The Final Phase.'
Dr. John Lott shares his new op-ed on how the auto bailout is a bad investment.
From Gateway Pundit:
*Yet another member of the Obama team investigated for corruption! And you won't believe who it is! None other than the imbecilic Governor Billy Richardson of New Mexico!
*The Salvation Army told to stop rattling their collection tins. It might 'offend' other religions!
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Blago-Scandal May 'Ruin Obama's Inauguration'
Like the gradual creep of a sinkhole that just keeps engulfing more and more homes and vehicles as it goes along, the scandal involving Illinois Governor Rod Blaogjevich inches along, now threatening to engulf Obama along with it.
Word has come today that the Feds have secret surveillance tapes directly implicating Obama chief of staff Rahm Emanuel.
We know now that Obama lied when he claimed neither he nor his staff had anything to do with his replacement in the U.S. Senate.
Meanwhile, in Chicago, the reason the Illinois Attorney-General moved to strip Blogojevich of his powers is in order to avoid a public impeachment process, during which even more names could surface who are involved in the scandal--including the Attorney-General herself, who was a possible candidate for Obama's Senate seat!
One reporter stated that this still-developing story of the unraveling of Chicago political corruption would eventually 'ruin Obama's inauguration.'
Two reports are of utmost importance:
Obama's Credibility is Now Sunk
The Madigan Factor--More Corruption in Chicago
Word has come today that the Feds have secret surveillance tapes directly implicating Obama chief of staff Rahm Emanuel.
We know now that Obama lied when he claimed neither he nor his staff had anything to do with his replacement in the U.S. Senate.
Meanwhile, in Chicago, the reason the Illinois Attorney-General moved to strip Blogojevich of his powers is in order to avoid a public impeachment process, during which even more names could surface who are involved in the scandal--including the Attorney-General herself, who was a possible candidate for Obama's Senate seat!
One reporter stated that this still-developing story of the unraveling of Chicago political corruption would eventually 'ruin Obama's inauguration.'
Two reports are of utmost importance:
Obama's Credibility is Now Sunk
The Madigan Factor--More Corruption in Chicago
Friday, December 12, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup for 12/12/08
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
Via Matt Drudge:
*Czech President and incoming EU President slams new global warming initiative in EU
*Federal Reserve refuses to name recipients of 2 TRILLION dollars in bailout funds
*The Big 3 automakers may get a bailout in spite of the Senate's rejection of the bill
Michelle Malkin has info on yet another crook Obama has appointed to his team.
From Gateway Pundit:
*Jessie Jackson Jr. sought $1 million for Blagojevich--wanted Senate seat
*Obama chief Rahm Emanual spoke with Blago several times about Senate seat
*Top Dem Donor busted in largest scandal ever!
Mike McCarville reports on legislation in Oklahoma that would ban Obama's gun question on his application form for prospective administration employees.
21 Guns Salute has a couple of brief book reports that are worth reading.
Blogstitution comments on Obama's view of America's place in the world.
Cap'n Bob and the Damsel blog on 'algore's' climate fanaticism.
Mindful Musings points to an article that cites civil libertarians' worries about the direction the U.S. is headed.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*An update on the Olofson case
*A MUST-READ ON CONGRESSIONAL IDIOTS CALLING FOR CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION!
*Getting our gun rights message to those outside gun rights circles--excellent reading!
Nicki provides excellent reading on free speech, free expression, and book banning.
Joe Huffman puts in a request for ideas for civil disobedience.
Days of Our Trailers posts an interesting take on the Blago-scandal from Amendment II Democrats.
The Rustmeister has the latest update on the NFL and guns.
Conservative Libertarian Outpost gives us an urgent update from the GOA concerning Border Patrol agents Ramos and Compean, who were the victims of one of the worst miscarriages of justice in U.S. history.
The title says it all--'If Gov't Doesn't Obey the Constitution, then What's Treason?' And it can be found at Western Rifle Shooters Association.
From Sipsey Street Irregulars:
*A great read on advancing technology in the military arsenal and citizens' response
*Columbus Dispatch unintentionally endorses armed citizen resistance!
Say Uncle points to the latest gun issues discussed at The Volokh Conspiracy.
Sebastian has an important post entitled, 'Fire a Gun, Go to Jail.'
Robb Allen offers to help bloggers who want to create business cards for their blogs.
And now, for some great comic relief, here is today's edition of 'Obamarama' from An Ol' Broad's Ramblings. Enjoy.
Via Matt Drudge:
*Czech President and incoming EU President slams new global warming initiative in EU
*Federal Reserve refuses to name recipients of 2 TRILLION dollars in bailout funds
*The Big 3 automakers may get a bailout in spite of the Senate's rejection of the bill
Michelle Malkin has info on yet another crook Obama has appointed to his team.
From Gateway Pundit:
*Jessie Jackson Jr. sought $1 million for Blagojevich--wanted Senate seat
*Obama chief Rahm Emanual spoke with Blago several times about Senate seat
*Top Dem Donor busted in largest scandal ever!
Mike McCarville reports on legislation in Oklahoma that would ban Obama's gun question on his application form for prospective administration employees.
21 Guns Salute has a couple of brief book reports that are worth reading.
Blogstitution comments on Obama's view of America's place in the world.
Cap'n Bob and the Damsel blog on 'algore's' climate fanaticism.
Mindful Musings points to an article that cites civil libertarians' worries about the direction the U.S. is headed.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*An update on the Olofson case
*A MUST-READ ON CONGRESSIONAL IDIOTS CALLING FOR CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION!
*Getting our gun rights message to those outside gun rights circles--excellent reading!
Nicki provides excellent reading on free speech, free expression, and book banning.
Joe Huffman puts in a request for ideas for civil disobedience.
Days of Our Trailers posts an interesting take on the Blago-scandal from Amendment II Democrats.
The Rustmeister has the latest update on the NFL and guns.
Conservative Libertarian Outpost gives us an urgent update from the GOA concerning Border Patrol agents Ramos and Compean, who were the victims of one of the worst miscarriages of justice in U.S. history.
The title says it all--'If Gov't Doesn't Obey the Constitution, then What's Treason?' And it can be found at Western Rifle Shooters Association.
From Sipsey Street Irregulars:
*A great read on advancing technology in the military arsenal and citizens' response
*Columbus Dispatch unintentionally endorses armed citizen resistance!
Say Uncle points to the latest gun issues discussed at The Volokh Conspiracy.
Sebastian has an important post entitled, 'Fire a Gun, Go to Jail.'
Robb Allen offers to help bloggers who want to create business cards for their blogs.
And now, for some great comic relief, here is today's edition of 'Obamarama' from An Ol' Broad's Ramblings. Enjoy.
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