CBS News' Hot, Scandal-Ridden Reporter-Babe

Former swimsuit model and current CBS News reporter Lara Logan has apparently proved to be an embarrassment to a news organization that once took pride in its stature as a 'serious' source of current events.

News has exploded all over the tabloids and even some mainstream media sources that Logan began a series of sexual affairs with various men while serving as CBS News' war correspondent in Iraq.

Logan recently received a promotion from the network to serve as chief correspondent for 'foreign affairs,' interestingly enough, in Washington.

But, according to numerous sources, little did CBS know at the time that one of their rising stars would be implicated in a nasty divorce battle involving one of the men with whom she allegedly had an affair while the bombs flew in Baghdad.

Apparently the attractive young 37-year-old bombshell found Iraq to be the perfect assignment from which to latch onto the men of her choice while they away from their families back home.

Rumors had already surfaced concerning the reporter's sexual liaisons in Iraq when news came out of the blue that the attorney representing the wife of one of the men had named Logan as 'the other woman.'

In addition, it has also been widely reported that Logan is pregnant with the child of one of the men.

Interestingly, Logan has not been on the air on the CBS Evening News since the allegations concerning the pregnancy surfaced.

Disturbing News on Electoral College Estimate

Mike McCarville at The McCarville Report has disturbing news on the latest Electoral College estimates on the Presidential election of 2008.

According to the report issued on the basis of survey data in all 50 states, if the election were held today, Barack Obama would be elected President by an overwhelming Electoral College majority.

Obama would garner 320 electoral votes while John McCain would come in with only 215.

There is a silver lining behind this dark cloud, however. The latest Rasmussen poll taken yesterday shows that John McCain has pulled up into a dead-heat with Obama.

This news comes after months of polling data showing McCain running behind by an average of 5-6 percentage points.

Rasmussen conducts a daily tracking poll of trends in Election '08, and Saturday's poll represents the first time that McCain has polled above 45% since Obama secured the Democratic nomination on June 3.

Perhaps the Obamessiah is beginning to lose some of his political sex appeal.

The Death of Tony Snow, July 12, 2008

We join with many others in mourning the death of Tony Snow, age 53, on Saturday, July 12, 2008.

The former White House Press Secretary and Fox News commentator fell victim to his 3-year battle with colon cancer. As one of the most upbeat and positive human beings one would ever wish to meet, Snow handled his illness with grace and dignity.

Snow served the Bush White House during some of the most tumultuous years of Mr. Bush's Presidency. It seemed that Snow was perfectly cut out for the task, being an unabashed conservative and a Bush loyalist.

Although some faulted him for his fierce defense of White House policy, Snow was faithful to his job description of being an advocate for his employer, the President of the United States, and a friendly, approachable presence before the White House press corps.

As a Christian gentleman, a husband, a father, and a professional, Snow was an outstanding example to young men and women who are contemplating a career in news or politics.

His presence on the national scene will be sorely missed.

Top News from the Western Carolinas for 7/12/08

Here are some of the top news stories in the Upstate, foothills, Piedmont, and mountains of North and South Carolina:

The North Carolina Senate unanimously approved the new gun control bill that requires those committed as inpatients to mental facilities be listed in a national database that prevents them from buying guns. This was after a GOP-led amendment was approved that excluded those committed as outpatients, according to the News & Observer.

The News and Observer also reports that 3 N.C. teachers have been arrested in a sex sting operation.

The Asheville Citizen-Times also reports that a Henderson County, NC teacher faces multiple sex charges.

WBTV in Charlotte reports news on the 3 suspects charged with the murder of a N.C. dentist in a drugs-for-sex scandal.

The Watauga Democrat is reporting breaking news that a major cocaine bust in Boone, NC has brought on the involvement of ICE.

WLOS-TV in Asheville says that 5 Cleveland County men have been arrested in a prescription forgery sting.

The Gaffney Ledger reports that an environmentalist group is attempting to block the building of a new nuclear power plant in Cherokee County, South Carolina.

The Clinton Chronicle announces a joint luncheon on July 24 for Laurens and Greenwood Counties in South Carolina to discuss local educational issues.

WSPA-TV News Channel 7 says that 3 high speed chases have occurred within Anderson County, SC in one day alone, the third of which has ended in death.

WYFF-TV Channel 4 reports the bizarre story of a man who got his nose bitten off during a fight at a Burger King drive-through in South Carolina.

What If Jackson's Off-Mic Remarks Were Planned?

Did Jessie Jackson sacrifice himself in order to help Barack Obama's campaign? What if Jackson's off-the-microphone remarks were planned? What if he wanted everyone to think he despises Obama so much that he wishes to 'take him off at the nuts'?

Remember that one of the central staples of the Hillary Clinton campaign was to scare white people away from Obama. Bill was usually the 'bad cop' in this ploy as he stated again and again that Barack never does well with key Caucasian groups he needs to win and that he does well only in those states with large African-American populations.

The express intent of this political strategy is to create fear in the minds of Caucasian voters, particularly white women.

But the thing is, the one nationally-known Black figure that Caucasians fear and detest outside of Al Sharpton is Jessie Jackson. And if Jackson of all people hints that he despises Obama because Obama isn't 'talking the talk' Black folk like to hear, then what better way to scare white people, not away from Obama but toward Obama?

If Caucasians are led to believe that Obama is unacceptable to people like Jackson, then perhaps some of them would not be so reluctant to support him.

Make no mistake, people like Al Sharpton, Spike Lee, and Jessie Jackson would LOVE for a Black Man to be President, despite any personal jealousy they may have.

The issue, however, is not race primarily. The issue is the type of 'hope' and 'change' Obama would usher in--a total revamping of the nature of this country from top to bottom. This has been the goal of Leftists all along, and a bad case of personal jealousy is not going to prevent them from doing anything possible to secure a victory.

And thus, don't count out the possibility that Jackson planned the whole thing.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 7/11/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Armed and Safe says 'to hell with it' concerning the ATF's contention that attaching a handle to a pistol without filling out tons of paperwork is enough to land you in prison for 10 years. I agree. The jackbooted thugs still plot against the Constitutional liberties of the citizens.

Dark Blog comments on my post today concerning North Carolina's new legislation mandating that those committed to mental facilities have their names added to a national database of 'crazies' who can never buy guns.

David Codrea weighs in on the subject with a post entitled, 'North Carolina Rats Out to Feds.' David also nails it by pointing to a post that shows the antis actually believe ALL of our rights are 'collective' if they were to be honest.

JR at A Keyboard and a .45 has an interesting snippet entitled, 'A Pistol in the Park.'

Squeaky posts this item on 'the rifle case win.'

Breda provides some much-needed Friday afternoon humor. Thanks, Breda!

Mark Steyn provides a link to the transcripts of his appearance on the Hugh Hewitt show. And by the way, Steyn is also appearing with Rush Limbaugh as we speak.

The American Thinker points to some key signs of new life for the John McCain campaign.

John Lott documents at least a partial list of all of Barack Obama's 'regrets.' There is one regret about which I have absolutely no doubt, however...and that is the regret of the American people if they put Barack Obama in the White House.

Dr. Lott also wonders what else in on that infamous Fox News tape of Jessie Jackson's rant against Barack Obama, of which only a small portion was broadcast.

Sebastian provides a thorough analysis of 'the suicide angle' as the next tactic the antis will use to try to take away gun rights.

Muslims Against Sharia Slam Flight 93 Memorial

A group of moderate Muslims called 'Muslims Against Sharia' is bringing out the heavy artillery to blast those who are planning the United Flight 93 Memorial in Pennsylvania.

Incensed by the fact that Islamic symbols are being used in the memorial, Muslims Against Sharia says that a group of extremists have hijacked the building process in order to pay homage to terrorists.

And what is the basis for these claims? The Islamic symbols are being used in spite of the fact that there were NO Muslims on United Flight 93 except for the Jihadist terrorists who hijacked and were responsible for bringing down the plane.

Thus, why would Islamic symbols be a part of that memorial unless the group pushing for their inclusion were attempting to pay homage to the terrorists who died as a result of their own detestable activity?

Muslims Against Sharia is at the forefront of the fight to keep the Islamic symbols OUT of the Flight 93 Memorial. A special event has been organized at the memorial site to protest the inclusion of Muslim symbols.

The innocent victims who died in that crash deserve better. Why would ANYONE want to glorify their murderers?

In addition, moderate Muslims want no part of a memorial that glorifies those within Islam who murder, maim, and butcher.

The protest event will take place on August 2, 2008, in Somerset, Pennsylvania.

For complete information, click HERE for the Muslims Against Sharia website, and click HERE for news about a petition to stop the hijacking of the memorial.

Gun Control in North Carolina: the National Database

The Democrat-controlled North Carolina state senate overwhelmingly passed legislation requiring that anyone in the state who by law has been committed to a mental health facility will have their name entered into a national database to prevent them from buying a firearm.

As many predicted when a national bill was introduced in the Congress that had the backing of not only the NRA but self-avowed gun-grabbers such as Carolyn McCarthy, John Conyers, Charles Rangel, Nancy Pelosi, Ted Kennedy, Harry Reid, Dianne Feinstein, and Barbara Boxer, the bill is, indeed, leading to wholesale banning of firearms ownership for life based upon a person's medical diagnosis.

North Carolina is proof positive that the so-called 'nay-sayers' and 'NRA bashers' such as the GOA and the JPFO were 100% correct on this issue.

I maintained all along that despite my general and longtime support for the NRA, they got this one DEAD WRONG.

Thus, in North Carolina, if you ever go to the doctor with depression so severe that you have suicidal thoughts and have to be placed in a mental facility, you are banned from owning firearms for life. If you are a U.S. war veteran who served your country and because of post-traumatic stress syndrome your depression and anxiety are so overwhelming that you have to be hospitalized due to your fleeting desire to die, sorry, bud, but you will never be able to own a firearm again. The 'fleeting desire to die' is referred to in medical circles as passive suicidal-homicidal ideation.

And not only that, but your name will be entered into the dreaded national database where you will automatically recognized as 'too nutty to own a gun.'

It is a big mistake to assume upon reading the legislation that 'they are not talking about average citizens but about certified nutcases.' All it takes for an average citizen to be considered a danger to themselves or others is for a doctor to diagnose severe depression, which always involves thoughts of suicide, or bipolar disorder with suicidal ideation (and, by the way, in medical lingo there is no such thing as 'suicidal ideation' apart from 'homicidal ideation'...the two are described as one thing, i.e., 'suicidal-homicidal ideation').

The most severely-afflicted of these patients are then forcibly committed to hospitalization if they do not commit themselves voluntarily.

And this is why legislation such as the bill in North Carolina is a danger to the rights of citizens.

In addition, there may be HIPPA (Health Information Portability and Privacy Act) violations involved. Ever since the 1998 Congress passed privacy legislation protecting citizens' medical history, the medical community has understood that these matters are extremely private or else the offending parties could not only be sued by individual citizens but hauled to court by the U.S. Government and heavily fined.

Mental health issues have always been understood to contain inherent privacy safeguards due to the sensitivity of such diagnoses. But now the names of these poor souls will be entered into a national database, along with their complete mental health history.

In the name of preventing these persons from exercising their Constitutional rights, their privacy will be thrown under the bus.

And what about the Heller decision? It did absolutely nothing to prevent these types of government violations of citizens' rights.

The mental health advocacy groups should be up in arms over this one, but where are they?

For complete information about the North Carolina bill, click HERE

Second Amendment News Roundup for 7/10/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs reports that former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, John Bolton, has warned that an Obama Presidency poses a grave danger to the country in terms of our policies toward Iran and the Middle East. Geller also exposes the fact that Obama's website has contained a lament that President Bush has not been assassinated! The statement has been on Obama's website since November of 2007.

Say Uncle has news about Commissar Nancy Pelosi's latest desire to impose restrictions on House Democrats concerning their use of the Internet.

Snow Flakes in Hell shows us some pants-shittin' hysterics on the part of the New England Journal of Medicine concerning the Heller decision.

The War on Guns posts a VERY interesting exchange between Len Savage and the ATF, entitled, ''Duct Tape, Plastic Ties, and Chains.'

Armed and Safe reports that gun owners in Massachusetts are fighting back in a state that has some of the most restrictive anti-gun laws in the nation. And by the way, Armed and Safe has been chosen as the 'Blog of the Week' by David Codrea. Congrats!

A Keyboard and a .45 has news about the hypocrisy of the Violence Policy Center.

Alphecca comments on Jessie Jackson's statement yesterday that he wishes to lop Barack Obama off at the nuts. Could this be called 'Castration Anxiety on the Campaign Trail?'

Gateway Pundit provides several videos of the now-infamous 'Obamanuts' debacle.

Gateway also has pictures showing Iran's long-range missiles, which they supposedly did not have. Apparently Iran is on the move, which bodes ill for Israel and the West.

XRLQ points to some morons in the news. I mean, who would try to clean a loaded gun?!

Mike McCarville will debate a Democrat this coming Sunday on the TV show 'The Verdict.'

B. Rock-O-Bama Wants to Play in Outdoor Stadium

From the political grapevine came word this week that Barack Obama wants to move his acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention to an outdoor venue--such as the stadium where the Denver Broncos play football.

This is a most interesting turn of events.

Delegates and their families at the DNC will fill up a 20,000-seat indoor facility. But this is insufficient for B. Rock-O-Bama's delusions of grandeur. He wants a football stadium that can seat 80,000 in order to further solidify his Hollywood rock-star status with a certain block of the electorate to whom we can refer as 'block' heads.

Advisers to the B. Rock-O-Bama are not so warm to the idea. Neither is the Secret Service.

But what do safety and security matter when you have an image to maintain? Plus, we would not want to miss the screaming females of the mainstream media who have already shown us the extent of their interest in Obama by going 'goo goo gaa gaa' over his tight jeans.

This show should be better than the Beatles' appearance on Ed Sullivan back in the early 60s.

The 'choreographed spontaneity' of Obama before screaming throngs in a football stadium, most of whom will have been bussed or flown in and were never part of the Convention, makes for 'exciting television.'

And isn't this what it's all about?

He may even wear his jeans just for the female reporters of the MSM.

I can just hear them now. 'WOW! Was that a banana stuffed down in his jeans or do you think he was really glad to see me??!!'

'Damn! He's every woman's dream! A sexy black man in the White House! All that POWER!'

'Oh Lawd! I'll give up my job at CNN and become a groupie!'

I wonder how many illegal aliens, environmentalist wackos, Code Pink Commies, and anti-war activists the Democrats will have to bus in to fill up that stadium? And how will they pay for it since the DNC is in deep financial trouble?

Perhaps they are counting on multi-million-dollar contributions from their buddies in North Korea, Commie China, Cuba, and Iran to come through and save the day.

Wow, what a bright future we have in the good ole U.S.A. It sort of gives the words 'hope' and 'change' a nightmarish connotation.

This Lovely Woman Needs Some Support

The lovely Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs needs the support of bloggers and readers who believe in the magnificent work she does in fighting the Jihad.

Geller has been chosen as an official blogger for the Republican National Convention--a distinct honor. But she will need to pay her own way since she is not a mainstream media reporter bankrolled by a large MSM organization.

Atlas Shrugs is also in the midst of its periodic fund drive. So, go take a look and then make a contribution.

A host of characters of ill repute, including terrorists, ,Jihadists, and even some in the MSM and the Democratic Party, have attempted at various times to silence Geller. Yet they have all consistently failed, and Atlas Shrugs lives on as a beacon of truth.

Congratulations, Pamela on being chosen as an official blogger for the GOP Convention. And I hope you will raise the necessary funds to make the trip.

Jackson's Problem With 'Obamanuts'

By now I am sure most of you have heard that Jessie Jackson, in what he thought was an off-the-microphone comment on Fox News, stated that he would like to cut off Barack Obama's nuts.

But Jackson has a problem. Obama doesn't have any.

Anyone as wishy-washy as Obama on the issues is lacking the...ahem...'balls' to clearly state what he stands for--unless he isn't running for office.

Apparently Jackson was perturbed by Obama's unwillingness to address issues that most Blacks are concerned about, and in an unguarded moment of anger made the remark when he thought his microphone was off.

Jackson later apologized...

Second Amendment News Roundup for 7/9/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

The Volokh Conspiracy takes a second look at the effects of the D.C. gun ban.

The Buckeye Firearms Association has great news today. A pro-gun journalist has started a pro-gun publishing company. Buckeye has also posted a book review of 400 Years of Gun Control--Why It Isn't Working.

The NRA has good news. The Florida AG is taking complaints of rights violations under the new gun law.

Michelle Malkin reports that Commisar Nancy Pelosi's bitter words on energy are coming back to haunt her. In adddition, Malkin says that Barack 'I Am Hollywood's Big Man on Campus' Obama has admitted he made a mistake with the 'Access Hollywood' appearance.

Mark Steyn, the reporter/commentator who got hauled into Court by Canada's gestapo free speech police will be appearing on Rush Limbaugh's radio show on Friday. He makes another national radio appearance tomorrow...click on the link above to read all about it.

David Codrea at War on Guns says that apparently some airlines are looking into a device to be worn llike a collar that will shock passengers if they 'get out of line.' WOW!

The Bitch Girls report the sad news that John Templeton has died. Templeton established the prestigious Templeton Foundation. If you don't know about him or his foundation, you need to. Read all about it at The Bitch Girls.

Snow Flakes in Hell posts some good news about the NRA post-Heller.

Gateway Pundit has ample evidence to prove that Barack 'I Am Good at ACTING Like I Have a Brain' Obama has no idea what he's talking about. The man is clueless. There's video too!

Roberta X provides interesting commentary on several items 'in the news.'

Ahab has posted a download of last night's podcast interview that he and Squeaky conducted with Michael Bane.

Mike McCarville points to an Oklahoma Democrat who is thankful that gas prices are sky high. Why am I not surprised? She claims it helps the state's economy. Actually, it helps local, state, and federal governments with all the extra tax revenue they collect.

Third Power at Days of our Trailers wants to know where's the outrage over a circuit court's decision to defy a direct order from the United States Supreme Court.

And now a couple of links from 'REZKORAMA'--the site the monitors all of the latest Barack Obama scandals. Red Ink Texas says that the Obama mob is flexing its muscle. And Another Pundit has done some digging into Obama's past and discovered that he is awash in Communist influences within his own family of origin.

The Tipping Point May Be Closer Than You Think

All it would take for America to lose its hard-fought liberties as embodied in the Bill of Rights as applied to ALL citizens is two terms of Barack Obama along with a Democrat majority in Congress.

In less than 8 years the U.S. would become like Canada, Great Britain, and other so-called 'free countries' in the West that have disarmed their citizens and thrown people in jail for speaking their minds...unless their speech is approved by the 'pc speech and thought police.'

Canada even has the Nazi-like silencing of free speech down to an art through so-called 'human rights tribunals' that really have nothing to do with protecting human rights but persecuting and prosecuting citizens who speak an unpopular message that 'offends' certain minority sectors of society.

This is the ugly, hidden truth of modern-day liberalism. In the name of supposedly 'being open and accepting of all' liberals would dismantle the rights of citizens to say anything at all that anyone, anywhere would find offensive--that is, if the offended parties happen to be Muslim, gay, Leftist, or environmentalist extremist.

But the rest of us can simply go to hell.

Hence, Nancy Pelosi wants to bring back 'the fairness doctrine' so that she can be unfair to conservatives in the name of fairness.

With a majority in both houses of Congress, and with Barack Obama in the White House, you can rest assured that the Democrats will not stop until Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Glenn Beck and others are forced off the air. The politically correct movement will have a field day with such lunacy as equating those who believe the global warming theory is faulty science with 'Holocaust deniers.'

And don't forget the gun issue. No matter what the Supreme Court decided on Heller, two terms of Obama with a Democratic Congress will not only change the makeup of the Court but insure that gun bans are brought back full force.

My friends, this is why we may be nearing 'the tipping point.' Those who believe in the Bill of Rights for each individual citizen must get ready. If the potential scenario I have portrayed becomes reality, then it will be time to invoke Jefferson's reset button.

It's later than you think.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 7/8/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

The War on Guns has the MUST-read of the day--a piece written by Mike Vanderboegh as he ruminates on various aspects of the Heller decision. David also has news out of Idaho including a brief word concerning Ryan Horsley.

Roberta X has an announcement about July's Indy Blog Meet.

Armed and Safe reports that Chicago politicians speak out of both sides of their mouths on the Second Amendment. Sort of reminds me of Barack 'I was against the 2nd Amendment before I was for it' Obama.

Alphecca has news concerning D.C. Mayor Fenty's attempt to do an end=run around the Supreme Court decision to strike down his gun ban, and he also reports that quite a few sharp words have been written in response to the latest antics of The Bastard.

Mike McCarville reports that Oklahoma Governor Henry and the President of the University of Oklahoma are trying to get Barack Obama to make a major visit to the state, which is heavily in favor of McCain.

JR at A Keyboard and a .45 announces the winners of the Blackwater weekend with Todd Jarrett, and yes, JR is one of them...congrats to all the other winners as well. JR also has this story on a surge in concealed handgun licenses.

Michelle Malkin has the scoop on the story that Barack 'DAMN I Should Have Been a Movie Star' Obama and his family are appearing on 'Access Hollywood.'

Gun Law News announces major news that another Lautenberg challenge is underway.

Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership has posted a rebuttal to those Jewish organizations that don't believe Jews should have the right to self-defense.

John Lott reports that for the first time in U.S. History, approval of Congress has dipped to single-digits--only 9% of Americans approve. Now, since voters fired the GOP Congress in 2006 even though approval numbers were significantly higher than at present, I will fully expect voters to boot Democrats out in the upcoming election. But hey, who said voters were rational? Do they even KNOW the Democrats control both houses of Congress?

Breda says she is 'proud but not out,' and shows off a neat 'guns save lives' button.

Squeaky announces that her weekly podcast with Ahab tonight at 11 P.M ET will feature an interview with Michael Bane.

Say Uncle has a great read today entitled, 'The Chicken Little World Liberals Have Brought Us.'

Gateway Pundit highlights Obama's numerous flip-flops, particularly on Iraq.

Blogonomicon provides very good reading on his recent trip to the Alamo.

Born Again Redneck gives us the news on John McCain's economic plan, and it looks good!

Cap'n Bob and the Damsel have this interesting item on the Remington 870 Security Shotgun. Go take a look.

Top News From the Western Carolinas for 7/8/08

Here are the top news stories from the Upstate, Piedmont, mountains, and foothills of North and South Carolina:

Fox Carolina reports that bond has been set for Amanda Smith, the mother who made national news for allegedly killing her 7-year-old son after telling police that a car hijacker smothered the boy.

WBTV has released updated information on the funeral of former U.S. Senator Jesse Helms of North Carolina, which will be tomorrow rather than today as previously reported.

The Watauga Democrat has important information on one of the most popular mountain destinations in North Carolina's 'high country'--Grandfather Mountain. The newspaper also announces the annual farm tour in the high country which highlights the area's specialty, organic, and commercial agricultural industry.

The Gaffney Ledger reports that a prison escapee from the Cherokee County town of Blacksburg, SC has been apprehended by police.

The Ledger also announces that nationally known South Gospel music artists The Hoppers will appear in two major concerts at Limestone College in Gaffney.

Barack Obama had been scheduled for an appearance on Monday in Charlotte, but the event had to be postponed due to a forced landing of his aircraft.

GoUpstate reports that the town of Greer, SC has a new doggie park called 'Six Wags of Greer K-9 Fun Park,' and apparently the idea is catching on quickly as dog lovers travel from miles around to bring their beloved pets to the park.

Severe Water Shortages in the Southeast

The northwestern South Carolina town of Clemson, home of the famous ACC football team The Clemson Tigers, became the first municipality in South Carolina to enact a mandatory water restriction policy at its town council meeting last evening.

Clemson police will begin writing $50 fines for infringements such as watering the lawn, washing the car, hosing off sidewalks and driveways, and watering plants, flowers, and shrubs.

The mandatory restrictions were implemented as a result of the U.S. Weather Service's designation of 5 upstate South Carolina counties as under extreme drought conditions.

At the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, for example, rainfall totals for the year thus far are down by 10 inches.

Lakes, rivers, streams, and reservoirs in the area are not only feeling the brunt of the drought, but they are showing it. Clemson, for example, is a lake town, and each day residents can see with their own eyes how severe the drought has become by simply looking at lake levels.

The U.S. Weather Service reports that the only thing to provide longterm relief for the Southeast at this point is a mild tropical system stemming from a hurricane or tropical storm.

While the area has experienced rain on a daily basis since last Thursday from afternoon and evening thunderstorms, these storms have not provided sufficient rainfall to make a dint in the drought.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 7/7/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Armed and Safe has a major announcement about the pro-Second Amendment Rally in Chicago this week. He also alerts us to the new motto of the gun grabbers.

JR at A Keyboard and a .45 has news concerning concealed carry on college campuses in Texas.

Alphecca scopes out two idiots who comment on the Heller decision.

Mike McCarville reports that gun shop owners in the OKC area have made a political endorsement.

John Lott says that Students for Concealed Carry are planning their very first national convention. Lott also reports that Barack 'I Have Four Different Opinions on Every Issue' Obama has moved to the right on abortion, in spite of the fact that in Illinois he supported in infanticide. It seems Barack is gaining a reputation for saying anything to get elected.

Speaking of abortion, Gateway Pundit reports that evangelical Christians are going after Barack Obama's hideous record on abortion. Good. It's time people in the churches knew the truth about the baby-killer. In addition, Gateway has THIS SHOCKER that Nancy Pelosi was sending messages to terrorists while undermining the Colombian government!

Gunservatively has an update on the Flight 93 memorial debacle in Pennsylvania.

Snow Flakes in Hell points to a piece entitled, 'Six Views of the Second Amendment.'

Nicki at The Liberty Zone provides good reading on foot-dragging in D.C.

Say Uncle has a new revelation about Obama's position on gun control.

Brigid at Home on the Range has some neat gun porn today.

Poll Shocker! It's Not What You Think

Making no attempt to hide whatsoever that it is solidly 'in the tank' for Obama, the mainstream media has rolled out a plethora of polls of late, supposedly showing that Barack Obama has opened a significant lead over John McCain, one poll even showing a double-digit bombshell.

But wait.

As usual, there is something they are not telling you.

The latest CNN poll has some shocking numbers, but they are not what you might think. The polls showing Obama opening a significant lead over McCain are skewed because they fail to take into consideration one big factor--deep Democratic discontent over the fact that Hillary is not the nominee.

CNN shows that only 54% of Hillary supporters are backing Barack Obama for President. In short, that is not good. That means that a whopping 46% of Democrats who supported Hillary Clinton are not throwing their support behind Barack Obama.

This could spell big problems of a gargantuan nature for the Obama campaign in the general election.

Fully one-third of Hillary supporters now say they will stay home on election day rather than vote for Barack Obama, a number that is up over one month ago.

The poll conducted by CNN shows a definite trend among the Democrats that holds no good news for Obama. Instead of the Party healing its rift and 'coming together,' it appears there is growing discontent that Obama has earned for himself a 'say anything' candidate moniker.

Early in June only 35% of Democrats said they preferred Hillary over Obama. Since that time, that number has risen to 46%--almost half of the Democrats polled.

These figures show that Obama is on shaky ground within his own Party, regardless of what some of the national polls say about a head-to-head matchup with McCain.

With McCain getting some of the disgruntled Hillary supporters, and with the other part of the 46% staying home, it would appear that not only is Obama's halo tarnished and falling away, but he is growing a set of horns.

For more information about this poll and further commentary, click HERE. (Hat tip to Rezkorama).

You Won't See THIS in the Headlines!

So it turns out Saddam Hussein had tons of uranium or 'yellow cake' which can be used to develop nuclear weapons.

Iraq sold 550 metric tons of the uranium to a Canadian company, and the U.S. government secretly conducted an operation to remove the yellow cake and deposit it in Canada.

But you will never hear or see this in a headline in the mainstream media.

This is despite the fact that Iraq supposedly had no 'weapons of mass destruction' or any of the materials from which to make them. And we all know that the story that Iraq had worked out a deal to buy yellow cake was supposedly 'fabricated' in order to give President Bush an 'excuse' to invade Iraq.

We have been told repeatedly that there was no yellow cake, that Saddam had long ago abandoned his plans to develop nuclear weapons after the Gulf War, and that any suggestion that Iraq had engaged in covert activity to procure yellow cake was a lie.

Well, that 'lie' is now sitting up in a Canadian harbor--all 550 metric tons of it--awaiting shipment to the company that bought the material in order to enhance Canada's development of nuclear energy.

Oh, and by the way, Canada is one of the countries that claimed the yellow cake in Iraq did not exist.

It seems that President Bush has proved his detractors to be the liars.

Read the rest of story HERE. (Hat tip to Traction Control).

So Long, Senator Helms

When I was coming of age in politics back in the early 70s while working with William F. Buckley Jr.'s 'Young Americans for Freedom,' Jessie Helms of North Carolina was quickly becoming an icon in Southern conservative politics.

For years Helms had provided conservative commentary on television through Raleigh's WRAL-TV and on the statewide farmer's network.

And thus, by the time he ran for the Senate in 1972 he was a household name throughout North Carolina. His victory that year would be the first is a series of consecutive Senate races that Helms won. He retired from the Senate in 2002 having never lost an election.

As with William F. Buckley and Young Americans for Freedom, Helms was instrumental in getting Ronald Reagan elected to the White House in 1980 and again in 1984. And like Reagan, Helms was famous for tagging his opponents with the dreaded 'L' world, and once you were tagged as a 'Liberal' you were sunk.

Of course, the Democrats at the time gave Reagan and Helms plenty of good reason to regard their opponents with such contempt. This was the era of George McGovern, Jimmy Carter, Walter Mondale, and local Democrats such as Jim Hunt.

Once Helms labeled his 1984 Senatorial opponent Jim Hunt as a 'Mondale liberal,' the race was all over.

Helms achieved the status of being known as 'Senator No' in the Senate due to his fierce opposition to government spending and new federal programs. He often single-handedly blocked legislation in the face of a Democrat steam-roller and at times even flew in the face of some of his Republican colleagues...even President Reagan himself.

This kind of steadfast, principled leadership on governmental restraint is sorely lacking in both Parties on Capitol Hill today.

It should also not be forgotten that Helms was a fierce advocate for building up the nation's defense after four years under Jimmy Carter during which our military suffered from a shocking lack of attention and funding.

Though many would dispute or ignore Helm's impact on politics, there is no doubt that he was the most powerful Southern Senator and at one time one of the most powerful men in government, under Ronald Reagan. His leadership helped usher in a 25 year era of conservative politics which stemmed the tide of the creeping crawl of statism.

Senator Jessie Helms of Monroe, North Carolina, died this week at the age of 86. A lifelong Baptist, Helms was a member of the prestigious Hayes-Barton Baptist Church in Raleigh. It is there that his funeral will be held today.

I fear that we shall not see his kind ever again. So long, Senator Helms...

For more information on Senator Jessie Helms, click on the links below:

Senator Dole Remembers Helms as Genteel, Generous

Defiant Helms Drove the South's GOP

McCain's Gamble

John McCain undertook a major shakeup of his campaign staff this week that many believe was long overdue. Since becoming the Republican standard-bearer McCain has raised a significant amount of money that is sorely needed, but his campaign seemed to lack focus.

That should change now that seasoned veterans are in charge.

But it is always a gamble to shift personnel in a campaign.

In order to connect with the voters at the two benchmarks at which McCain is strongest, he will have to begin to focus squarely on his maturity and experience in the realm of defence, the War on Terror, and U.S. foreign policy. And he will need to zero-in on economic issues that impact Americans in their wallets, such as U.S. energy policy, the problem of ethanol driving up food prices, and bringing relief to the consumer at the gasoline pump.

McCain has already laid out a detailed plan for economic expansion and growth that focuses on extending the Bush tax cuts, providing relief to businesses by lowering their top tax rate from 35% to 25%, and by proposing a temporary moratorium on the federal gas tax.

A major hallmark of the McCain energy plan is to prepare for the future with alternatives but provide relief in the short term by drilling for more oil right here at home.

This is a sound policy, given that the country is not yet ready to sustain an economy based upon alternative fuels alone.

McCain's proposal for awarding a $300-million-dollar prize to an American entrepreneur who develops new technology to 'leap over' hybrid technology and develop an effective, viable all-electric vehicle is an interesting one.

The question is, just how prudent is this particular proposal when there are a few entrepreneurs who are working on new gasoline engines that will get 300-400 miles per gallon by doing nothing more than creating features that make the engines super-efficient?

It would seem that both of these proposals have merit, and thus, why should the government reward one and not the other?

McCain must begin to differentiate his energy proposals from those of Barack Obama, which the mainstream media has designated as 'similar to McCain's.' Nothing could be further from the truth.

Obama is against drilling here at home. He is against building more refineries or expanding refinery capacity. He is against nuclear energy, the cleanest form of energy available on earth. He is against expanding wind-based power. He is against curbing the production of ethanol which has wreaked havoc on the entire world economy, taking food out of the mouths of the hungry in impoverished nations.

McCain's proposals are diametrically opposite, yet you will never hear this from the talking heads on network TV.

McCain should make it clear that Obama's proposals are so similar to Jimmy Carter's in 1976-- proposals that led to long gas lines, skyrocketing gas prices, runaway inflation, and interest rates of 24%--that an Obama Presidency would be tantamount to Jimmy Carter's second term.

And as for the other benchmark issue, McCain's strength on defense, foreign policy, and the War on Terror, should be a no-brainer for his campaign. Obama is highly vulnerable here, and that is an understatement. His frightening lack of experience on the world stage and his entirely naive views of the world should give pause to any thinking American.

McCain should exploit these vulnerabilities every chance he gets.

If McCain's new campaign team is worth its salt, we should see these changes implemented at once. It is a gamble worth taking but not without solid principle to undergird and lessen the risks.

Couldn't Have Said It Better Myself, Duke!

Halobama the Obamessiah

As we have noted before, the mainstream media has had a tendency to print and telecast pictures of Barack Obama with hints of a halo around his head.

This practice has only fueled the flames of ridicule of the candidate's supporters who often display a Messiah-like worship of their savior, and thus, the designation of Obama as the 'Obamessiah.'

We could also, perhaps, refer to him as 'Halobama,' given the many media images of the candidate that highlight a strange glow around his head, sometimes his entire body.

Here are a few images of Halobama the Obamessiah you may not have seen, some of which have been in the mainstream media.

We would note that in some cases the pictures are meant to expose the tacit endorsement of the media for Obama through the use of hyperbole.

Enjoy...

Durham Torture Chamber: House of Horrors

From the outside the house appears to be just like any other house you would find in a typical neighborhood in the U.S. But inside that house was a virtual torture chamber, a house of horrors.

Dog cages where human beings were placed for days and given no food or water.

Chains with which human beings were tied to beds for days at a time without any access to human sustenance.

Cable wires that were used to beat and whip human beings.

And canes that were used to sexually assault and rape unsuspecting victims.

All of these things, according to police reports, were done while the perpetrators screamed verbal abuses at the victims even while they were being abused physically and sexually.

These details are gradually coming to the surface concerning the Durham Democratic Party-Satanic sex scandal. It is still not clear that the alleged perpetrators, Joy Johnson (a top official in the Durham Democratic Party) and her husband Joseph Scott Craig, Jr. are members of a Satanic cult.

Although the warrants indicate that the ritualistic sexual abuse resulted from the couple's involvement in devil-worship, other sources indicate that the couple belong to the Wiccan religion, which in no way involves the worship of Satan.

Wiccans are normally harmless persons who practice a religion related to the ancient beliefs of pagans whose spirituality arose from highlighting their connection to the earth. Wiccans do not believe in Satan, however, and thus, it would be difficult to imagine a person of the Wiccan religion being involved in Satan-worship.

These details have not yet been clarified by the local Durham law enforcement officials.

But we do know that if the allegations of the accusers are true, then what took place at the home of Joy Johnson and Joseph Scott Craig is like a living nightmare one normally finds only in the movies.

One other person has been charged in the case--Diana Palmer, first Vice-Chair of the Durham Democratic Party. Police have not disclosed as to whether or not other arrests can be expected.

For the complete story on the latest details of this case, click HERE.

Top News from the Western Carolinas for 7/4/08

Here are the top stories from the upstate, Piedmont, foothills, and mountains of western North and South Carolina:

The Watauga Democrat of Boone, NC provides a complete list of Independence Day celebrations and events for the High Country of the North Carolina mountains.

The Gaffney Ledger of Gaffney, SC announces the fireworks display at the historic Cowpens National Battlefield on July 5.

WSPA-TV News Channel 7 posts the story of a Cowpens, SC woman who was terrorized and tied up in a home invasion.

The Clinton Chronicle reports that the Clinton Downtown Association plans a major publicity blitz to tout the benefits of the South Carolina town.

The Chronicle also announces that Jason Crabb, a major Southern Gospel Music artist who formerly traveled with his popular family group, The Crabbs, will be headlining a concert in Clinton on July 4 at 7 PM. Click on the link above for full details.

WYFF-TV Channel 4 in Greenville reports that a Greenwood, SC man was arrested after he sent a lewd invitation for sex tucked in a Bible, of all places.

The Asheville Citizen-Times says that a number of major running events will take place around the North Carolina mountains this morning. Click on the link for places and times.

The Citizen-Times also announces that a major biker ride to benefit the family of slain N.C. State Trooper David Shawn Blanton, Jr. will be held in the mountains on July 12.

WBTV Channel 3 in Charlotte, NC reports that the mammoth Charlotte-Mecklenburg School system is eliminating 26 Assistant Principal positions in its middle and high schools.

CELEBRATE LIBERTY FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA

LET FREEDOM RING!

And a very happy 4th of July to all of you!

Celebrate liberty from sea to shining sea! It's Independence Day!

Second Amendment News Roundup for 7/3/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Snow Flakes in Hell has the MUST-read of the day on Al Qaeda Plan C. If you want to know what that is, just think of what terrorists do in Israel.

Mike McCarville has another MUST-read on Barack 'If You Say Anything Bad About Me At All You're a Racist' Obama. Read it all.

Nicki at The Liberty Zone announces great news. She and her co-writer of the book Ashmadai are going to have a book-signing (autograph party) at Waldenbooks. Read her post for the details.

David Codrea reports this item that makes my blood boil. If the Bill of Rights is not binding on the States, then that means free speech, free press, etc, etc, aren't, either. Damn the freakin' imbeciles!

Codrea also reports on another travesty of the law perpetrated by imbeciles. David Olofson has surrendered himself to authorities for his jail term because his rifled failed. Let that be a warning to all--the jackbooted thugs will hold YOU responsible if your 'semi-automatic' weapon misfires.

A Keyboard and a .45 posts this important message via the Dallas Morning News entitled, 'Messages From Iraq.'

Alphecca shows us that there are at least some intelligent people around the country who really get it. The Bill of Rights must apply to ALL the people or else they are useless.

Armed and Safe has something you gotta see, entitled, 'Taking Rights to the Next Level.'

Gateway Pundit has the documentation proving that Barack Obama's latest TV ad is full of lies. Just wait till you see what he claims he did and what he actually did.

Squeaky blogs about her Zazzle Store. She's a photographer who does great work, so stop by there and take a look!

Michelle Malkin reports that 'Little Chucky' Schumer, D-NY, is at it again with his blabbermouth.

Joe Huffman at The View from North Central Idaho says that The Bastard has been caught with his pants down over the gun issue in his own city.

The American Thinker has an interesting read on the fact that the New York Times is growing increasingly hysterical about John McCain's possible SCOTUS nominees.

All American Blogger fisks a so-called expert who says oil companies engage in propaganda although climatology has shown the earth has actually cooled over the past 11 years.

New Arrest in Bizarre NC Satanic Sex Case

A 3rd person has been arrested in the bizarre Durham, North Carolina Satanic sex case. The 3rd suspect is also a top official with the Durham County Democratic Party.

The Raleigh News and Observer is reporting that Diana Palmer, age 44, Vice-Chair of the Durham County Democratic Party, has been charged with 'one count of accessory after the fact of assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury.'

Palmer, speaking through her attorney, denies any involvement with a Satanic cult and denies any knowledge of any crime committed by the persons previously charged.

Joy Johnson, Vice Chair of Young Democrats and 3rd Vice Chair of the Durham Democratic Party, along with her husband Joseph Scott Craig, were charged in the case after a complaint was lodged by one of the persons allegedly kidnapped and caged by the couple.

Craig faces charges of kidnapping, sexual assault, assault with a deadly weapon, and rape.

Johnson was initially charged with aiding and abetting. But on Tuesday new details emerged as to the specific manner in which Johnson was allegedly involved in the crimes.

The arrest warrant alleges that Johnson 'instigated and encouraged' her husband in handcuffing a man, forcing him into a dog cage, and then leaving him there for days without food or water.

Although details are sketchy concerning the alleged cult activity, this story only adds to the scandal of a community and a county Democratic Party that are already reeling from one of the biggest corruption cases in the nation--that of disgraced District Attorney Mike Nifong.

Dentist Murdered in Drugs-for-Sex Scheme

New details have emerged on the murder of a prominent North Carolina dentist.

Dr. David Boyd, the Salisbury, North Carolina dentist who was murdered at his mansion, was apparently involved in a drugs-for-sex scheme that eventually led to his death.

According to the details of the search warrant, as reported on WBTV in Charlotte, the suspects arrested in the case described a protracted scheme initiated by Dr. Boyd to trade restricted-class prescription drugs for sex.

The search warrant indicates that Boyd also videotaped his sexual sessions.

Sources close to the case also indicate that Boyd had been the subject of an ongoing investigation by law enforcement officials for a number of months.

3 suspects have been arrested in the case and charged with murder.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 7/2/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

The Volokh Conspiracy has interesting reading on the collision course between the Heller decision and local laws that limit citizens' self-defense.

Michelle Malkin points to a Washington Post article today that reports Barack Obama received a 'sweetheart deal' home loan for his Chicago mansion--a deal which involved no normal fees and a below-market interest rate. Corruption to the core.

Malkin also posts her special July 4 syndicated column in which she interviews a rare Hollywood patriot who is outspoken about his support for our troops and his embarrassment over his Hollywood colleagues.

ThreatsWatch has the details of the latest terrorist attack in Jerusalem, killing 3 and injuring over 40 Israelis.

Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs has more on the attack, including pics, and identifies the perpetrators as Islamic terrorists from East Jerusalem.

Gun Law News has very interesting reading on Heller Footnote #27.

Dr. John Lott reports that a battle is brewing between the NRA and San Francisco over a gun ban in public housing.

A Keyboard and a .45 says that a serial killer has been caught in the Midwest and that the story show how important it is to have a gun for self-defense.

Alphecca has the idiot of the day and further informs us that the NRA is starting an anti-Obama campaign. Good!

Born Again Redneck provides us with a snippet of the character of John McCain. When compared to most, McCain is in a league of his own when it comes to honor, character, and integrity.

Speaking of McCain's character, Cap'n Bob and the Damsel do a great job at putting on display the shame and disgrace of three other soldiers-turned-politicians--John Kerry, John Murtha, and WESLEY CLARK.

Dustin's Gun Blog shows us a MAJOR CNN blunder when reporting the number of gun deaths from suicide.

Gateway Pundit is reporting breaking news on 2 bomb threats today--one at the LAX airport by a man claiming to be a terrorist, and another at the World Bank.

Brigid at Home on the Range provides a very good read on Gettysburg.

Squeaky has posted the audio of her first appearance on Ahab's blogradio program, 'Gun Nuts--The Next Generation.'

David Codrea gives us an update on the Atlanta airport-gun rights showdown.

The Countertop Chronicles comments on a TV show on FX about an anti-gun activist who ends up having the utmost respect for the gunnies.

Democrats in Durham: Felony Satanic Sex Crimes

The investigation into the Duke University Lacrosse Rape Scandal/Hoax revealed multi-level corruption in Durham, North Carolina politics, from the District Attorney's office to Duke University, from the Durham Police Department to the Durham County Democratic Party, and beyond.

Mike Nifong, the Durham District Attorney who essentially destroyed the lives and reputations of three innocent Duke students in order to win an election, was shown by the N.C. Bar Association to be one of the most corrupt public officials in the nation.

But he had plenty of help from those complicit in his scheme.

Duke University, the Durham police, and the local Democratic Party were all willing, unindicted co-conspirators in Nifong's false use of the race card to win the support of Durham voters, the majority of whom are either African-American or Caucasian liberal Democrats who work in the halls of academia.

Their rush to proclaim the three innocent lacrosse players guilty even before any of them had been charged with a crime only highlighted the lynch-mob mentality of a town seething with racism and corruption.

And now the news comes that a top Democratic Party official in the Durham County Democratic Party has been charged and arrested for engaging in Satanic sex rituals.

Joy Johnson, age 30, vice-chair of Young Democrats and 3rd vice-chair of the Durham County Democratic Party, has been charged with two counts of aiding and abetting.

Johnson's husband, Joseph Scott Craig, age 25, was charged with second-degree rape, second-degree kidnapping, and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon.

Law enforcement officials allege that the couple lured people into their home where they engaged in Satanic rituals of a sexual nature, locked them in cages, chained them to beds, and deprived them of food and water.

Further, it is alleged that Craig sexually assaulted women with a cane and then raped them.

WRAL-TV in Raleigh is reporting that Craig's bond has been set at 1 million dollars while Johnson's is at $368,000. The two are being held in the Durham County Detention Center.

More information can be found on this story HERE and HERE.

It goes without saying that the two are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

However, the emerging scenario is simply more fodder for those who are convinced that the Durham Democratic Party and their cohorts in the Durham D.A.'s office, the Durham Police Department, and Duke University are oozing with cankered corruption that would gag a maggot.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 7/1/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Squeaky announces that today is the day that she and Ahab start their regular Blogtalk Radio show, and it all begins tonight at 11 P.M. The topic will be D.C. vs. Heller.

The War on Guns gives us an update on the David Olofson travesty and provides a link to Codrea's latest column in Guns Magazine, which is entitled, 'To Plant a Seed.'

Say Uncle says it's time to 'get your activism on' as we continue to fight battles related to gun rights on various local levels around the country. (Hat tip to JR at A Keyboard and a .45).

Armed and Safe blogs on the poster contest regarding the Libertarian Party debacle, Bob Barr.

Mike McCarville has something you MUST see! Bill Clinton told his closest confidantes that Barack Obama can 'kiss my ass.' Read the whole story.

Dr. John Lott is reporting that reputable sources say that Senator Harry Reid has Alzheimer's and will be stepping down as Senate Majority Leader after the election in November.

Robb Allen has an excellent post today on victimless felonies.

Traction Control has a disturbing piece that shows the antis are now targeting the 'legal loopholes' in the SCOTUS decision on Heller.

Alphecca has a MUST-read entitled, 'I Don't Want a Gun So You Can't Have One,' and follows up with THIS entitled, 'The Gun Grabbers Think They Won.'

Roberta X shows us yet another example of how the government and environmentalist wackos essentially screw the citizens in the you-know-what. Being an asthmatic myself, I am angry as hell about it. Roberta also has a link to something that dog lovers like me can relate to. A fellow blogger has lost her beloved puppy dog, Valentine.

Gateway Pundit reports that a major Democratic Party official has been arrested and charged with Satanic ritualistic sex crimes involving chaining people to beds, putting them in cages, and depriving them of food and water. The perpetrator and her husband were actively recruiting young people to join the Democratic Party to vote for Barack Obama.

The Western Rifle Shooters Association has this MUST-read on civil disobedience at the Atlanta airport.

Snow Flakes in Hell shows us something that he says is better than any freak show. Yep!

The American Thinker says that nutcase Wesley Clark has found a home among the other anti-Israeli advisers on the Barack Obama team.

Human Events reports that U.S. Senator Jim Webb (D-VA) is a 'gift that keeps on giving'--to his opponents. It seems the Senator has become a big embarrassment.

The Smallest Minority has the quote of the day.

Obama's Role in U.N. Oil-for-Food Scandal

Remember the infamous United Nations oil-for-food scandal a few years back?

Observers at the time stated that this was the single largest scandal in the history of the world, involving untold billions of dollars that were passed under the table between Iraq's Saddam Hussein and the U.N.

To date, the U.N. has yet to account for the majority of the scandal. It turned out that Kofi Annan's son was involved, and once he was thrown under the bus, the scandal simply went away.

Annan, you may remember, was the General-Secretary of the United Nations for a number of years.

But to this day we still do not know the full extent of the corruption, the names of ALL who were involved, and the extent to which the public and contributors to the U.N. were duped into believing that the organization's opposition to the Iraq War was simply a matter of principle.

The only 'principle' at work in THIS scandal was that of money, money, money. Dirty money, that is.

Now comes the explosive revelation that none other than Mr. Clean Hands himself, Barack Hussein Obama, was involved in the U.N. scandal all the way up to his eyeballs.

Iraq is now suing the United Nations for damages resulting from this scandal. And as it turns out, two of Barack Obama's biggest donors and supporters were directly involved.

London-based Iraqi billionaire Nadhmi Auchi made billions from business dealings with Saddam Hussein. Barack Obama benefited from the arrangement, being the beneficiary of millions from Auchi's coffers.

And this is not to mention Obama's direct connection to the indicted Syrian slum lord Tony Rezko, who is awaiting trial.

Both Auchi and Rezko were eyeball deep in the oil-for-food scandal, as you will see by clicking on the links provided in this post.

There was a time in America when numerous investigative reporters from 60 Minutes to the NYT to the Washington Post would have been all over this story, blaring the headlines concerning the latest revelations on a daily basis.

In today's climate, however, with the mainstream media being 'in the tank' for Obama, 'nary' word can be heard about it.

This is why the alternative media is so vitally important to the survival of this nation. What you won't hear from the liberal cheerleaders in the Press and on CBS, NBC, ABC, and CNN, you WILL hear on conservative talk radio and in the blogosphere.

Thus, let me say it again, the supposed 'Obamessiah' is a corrupt fraud.

Top News from the Western Carolinas

Here are some of the top news stories from the upstate, Piedmont, and mountains of North and South Carolina:

South Carolina weather officials have declared severe drought conditions for a five-county area of the Upstate. Water shortages in these areas are the worst possible.

A Spartanburg High School sophomore football player drowned in Lake Bowen late Monday afternoon.

Vandals tried to electrocute and drown dogs in their cages at the Anderson County Animal Shelter.

The South Carolina teen who was decapitated by a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia was in a restricted area at the time of his death, but police don't know why.

A prominent Salisbury, North Carolina dentist was murdered last week. Police state that 911 calls have given them new evidence concerning the suspects.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 6/30/08

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:


The War on Guns takes exception to a piece in the WSJ entitled, 'Some Gun Rules We Can All Agree On.'

David also has a very nice promotional piece on The Liberty Sphere at the War on Guns. Thanks, David!

Gateway Pundit reports that Senator Joseph Lieberman blasted Democrats and Barack Obama on yesterday's 'Face the Nation.' In addition, Gateway shows us that Wesley Clark has totally lost his marbles. Take a look at what he said about John McCain!

Alphecca says that NYC gun laws will have to change, and adds that The Bastard is one of those who filed a brief with SCOTUS in support of the D.C. gun ban, which was struck down.

JR at A Keyboard and a .45 reminds us that time is running out to win a weekend with Todd Jarrett at Blackwater. Enter today.

Armed and Safe blogs on how the other side will go about justifying a ban on 'assault weapons' now that we are post-Heller.

I love this post over at Freedom Sight that says, 'There ain't no damn 70 years of precedent' with reference to court cases on gun rights.

Breda shows off her new customized grips for her Bersa Thunder .380.

Sebastian says that in D.C. you have to 'register your rights, and he links to Say Uncle who rips apart that notion, and rightly so.

The Stiletto has a very good read entitled, 'The Right to Bear Arms Belongs to Us All.'

Tam at a View From the Porch blogs on how times have changed with regard to gun prices.

Dr. John Lott reports on the gun issue in the Chicago area, including information on Barack Obama's opposition to a bill that would allow homeowners to use banned guns in self-defense. This one fact should leave no doubt that Obama lies about his record on guns, and that he is one of the most notorious anti-gun activists in the nation.

Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership continues its protracted commentary on the Heller decision HERE and HERE.

Days of Our Trailers has an excellent read today on more bad education from biased educators.

Why Liberal Politicans Want Gas Prices High

It is a big mistake to believe liberal politicians who decry the high price of gasoline and condemn the oil companies for their 'obscene' profits.

Their crocodile tears are merely a smokescreen that hides their true intent.

And their charge that 'Bush did it to help his buddies in the oil business' is but a red herring to draw attention away from their sordid scheme.

Liberals, in fact, want our gasoline prices at the pump to be as high as they can go. And the reason is very simple--the higher the costs the more Americans will be forced to stop using gasoline.

The plan to which I refer is a simple but elaborate scheme to manipulate the markets so that gasoline prices will rise to a level that is totally beyond the reach of most Americans. The result, of course, is reduced consumption and a public outcry for alternative fuels.

Barack Obama openly admitted to this scheme in a news interview recently, during which he was asked if he were comfortable with the skyrocketing prices at the pump. He stated that he 'would have preferred a more gradual adjustment,' meaning, of course, that he did not deny at all his desire for gasoline prices to be high and for American consumers to hurt as a result.

He simply would have 'done it more gradually.'

To be fair, Obama is not the only liberal politician who has bought into this way of thinking.

Al Gore was one of the first to devise such a scheme of market manipulation, not only just prior to his 2000 Presidential campaign but going all the way back to 1994 when, as Vice-President, he cast the tie-breaking vote to mandate that oil companies provide a mixture of ethanol to be added to the gasoline sold at the pump.

The scheme has been a gradual increase in gasoline prices ever since, not to mention the fact that demand for ethanol has resulted in soaring food costs as politicians have sold their souls to the devil by taking food from the mouths of hungry children worldwide and making fuel out of it.

Democrats from Obama to Gore to Pelosi to Reed have all supported policies that prevent drilling for oil right here at home, where there are some of the richest crude oil fields in the world, while at the same time supporting measures that increase taxes on oil and gasoline and mandate alternative sources of energy that in essence do nothing to ease the financial burden on most Americans.

For example, they will not adequately fund the development of hydrogen fuel cell technology, nuclear power, or even wind power. Ted Kennedy, for example, has consistently opposed the placing of windmills along the east coast.

At the same time, Democrats have opposed increasing refinery capacity and the building of more refineries--two measures that, along with oil exploration and drilling right here at home, would have the net effect of lowering the price of gasoline at the pump.

Liberals are heavily indebted to environmentalist extremists who believe that gasoline and cars are evil and that we should do anything to wean the country off of oil.

But the problem is that the market has been relatively uncooperative--until now.

As long as gasoline remained relatively cheap according to the world's standards, Americans had no real incentive to push for alternative fuels. And thus, the Democrats and their cohorts developed a multi-pronged plan to manipulate the markets, prevent oil exploration and drilling in this country, oppose every single proposal to develop nuclear and wind-based power, and mandate the use of corn for fuel, thus driving up the costs of energy and food.

And let us not forget that oil speculators who moved offshore so as to avoid regulation in the U.S. are one of the primary sources of oil prices skyrocketing on the open market.

These persons can be easily manipulated by corrupt politicians with sordid schemes who lure their prey by dangling the carrot in their faces of mega-profits from the purchase of oil futures.

That way, 'everybody wins.' Liberal politicians get their wish for oil to be priced out of reach, thus manipulating Americans to cut consumption, while at the same time insuring that speculators get a bounty from the oil price boon.

It's not rocket science, my friends. Obama, Pelosi, Gore, Reed, Kennedy, and others want you to suffer for your own good. And they ARE succeeding.

New Twist in Ware Shoals/Cheerleader Sex Scandal

New developments are making the news in the Ware Shoals, South Carolina high school cheerleader sex scandal.

First, 2 former students at Ware Shoals High School have brought lawsuits against Greenwood County School District 51, claiming that the district was negligent in hiring and supervising former guidance clerk and cheerleader coach Jill Moore.

Moore was fired from her position at the school after it was alleged that she repeatedly took several cheerleaders from class during school hours to engage in sexual activity with 2 National Guard recruiters who had been working at the high school.

Law enforcement officials charged Moore with several counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor and giving alcohol to minors.

Moore also allegedly engaged in sexual activity with a football player at Ware Shoals High School.

The two lawsuits were brought by a Charleston attorney on behalf of one of the ex-cheerleaders and one ex-football player.

The former cheerleader alleges that the school district was negligent by failing to take disciplinary action against Jill Moore, although school officials supposedly knew that she was taking students out of class for alcohol, cigarettes, and sexual encounters.

The former football player alleges that the school district was negligent in that school officials supposedly knew of a sexual relationship between Moore and a football player but did not act to stop it.

In a related development, former Ware Shoals High School Principal Jane Blackwell has brought a lawsuit against law enforcement officials in Ware Shoals and Greenwood County, the athletic director at Ware Shoals High, and a newspaper reporter.

Blackwell was principal at Ware Shoals High at the time of the cheerleader sex scandal and was initially charged by law enforcement with obstruction. Eventually all charges were dropped against Blackwell due to insufficient evidence.

Law enforcement officials had initially alleged that Blackwell knew of the activities of Jill Moore, the cheerleaders, and the football player, but did not act to stop it or report it.

These allegations could not be corroborated, but Blackwell maintains that her reputation was permanently sullied, her professional life ruined, and her financial stability wrecked as a result of her wrongful arrest and the unproved allegations against her. She also alleges that the athletic director and the newspaper reporter engaged in a civil conspiracy against her.

Blackwell is asking for actual and punitive damages in a jury trial.

As for Jill Moore and her legal battles, no information has been made available due to a comprehensive gag order issued by the Judge in her case.

Mark Steyn Update: Totalitarians Spooked

Mark Steyn, the National Review reporter/commentator who was hauled before a British Columbian 'human rights' tribunal on charges of 'inciting Islamophobia' in an article he wrote for the magazine Mclean's, reports that his case has been dropped by the Canadian Human Rights Commission.

The Commission, which acts as a Canadian watchdog group, deciding what is and is not acceptable speech for citizens, decided that Steyn's words were not sufficiently unacceptable enough to appoint a national tribunal.

But Steyn still faces a 'verdict' from the purported 'judges' of the British Columbian Human Rights Tribunal following a trial spurred by the complaints of the Canadian Islamic Congress, which accused Steyn of inciting hate against Muslims by writing in Mclean's that the growth of Islam in Europe is having dramatic repercussions on society.

The kangaroo court of the human rights tribunal in British Columbia is the entity from whence came forth these words on free speech: 'Free speech is an American concept, and thus, I have no use for it.'

But apparently the totalitarians that have infiltrated the Canadian government have been sufficiently spooked by the possibility of the harsh condemnation of the free world that the national Commission trumped the decision of the British Columbian tribunal by throwing the Steyn case out of court.

This does not mean that the tribunal in B.C. will not find Steyn guilty. But it is curious that the national Commission issued a decision on the case before rather than after the B.C. tribunal makes its decision.

And it is worth noting that both Canadian entities have already received an avalanche of less-than-complimentary commentary on the fact that the Steyn case was brought in the first place.

Thus, the Canadian Human Rights Commission did the right thing, albeit under intense pressure from freedom of speech groups. We can only hope the British Columbian tribunal will follow suit.