Freedom and Liberty and Tyranny
Courts, Justice, MADD pressedpages
6:50 AM
There was an article in The Houma Courier last week regarding a 27 year old soldier‘s, Jabari Harding, automobile accident, and subsequent felony DWI charge, which reeked of potential injustice.
Several glaring questions loom over the entire accident, such as: Was the driver of the hit vehicle — who survived unscathed and was of legal drinking age — tested for alcohol? If so, what was his level? If not, why not? Was the fact that the other driver, Ralph Anderson III, the grandson of a sitting state Senator, play any part in influencing the officers to treat him more leniently than Harding was?
What was the speed limit, and was Harding within it? Was there a traffic light at the intersection? If so, who had the right of way? If not, was there a stop sign? If so, who had the right of way? Did Anderson see Harding coming, or did he turn left attempting to beat Harding through the intersection? Given the same circumstances, less Harding’s alcohol level, would the accident have happened anyway?
In this case, to disregard Anderson’s driving, and point solely at Harding’s blood alcohol level as the cause of the accident, is to jump to conclusions and pander to injustice.
The courts should be fair and equitable, and not be used as MADD’s personal lynching machine. Harding appears to be an honorable young man in a terrible situation. Automobile fatalities are heart wrenching, and these families have suffered greatly, but vigilantism subverts justice. Based on the article, it appears that Harding was unfortunately involved in an unavoidable accident caused by Anderson’s misjudgment. Apparently, to save the Senator’s grandson from any culpability, and to take the one-size-fits-all appeasement to the politically powerful machine, MADD, Harding’s alcohol level is the scapegoat, and injustice is poised to destroy yet another life.
The story in The Houma Courier
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Christianity and Uncategorized
Golf, Tigar Woods pressedpages
8:30 PM
Black Friday took a whole new meaning for Tiger Woods once it was disclosed he was on the prowl in NYC. What a shame. What a disappointment! It’s always a tragedy to see someone caught in the web of infidelity and deception, but it can happen to anyone — no one is above it. However, as the saying goes, “the bigger you are, the harder you fall“, and the thud you heard Friday morning was that of Tiger falling from his pedestal.
Tiger’s private life became public when he drove his car into a fire hydrant and a tree at 2:30 a.m., prompting a neighbor to call the police. Apparently, Woods was linked to a party hostess in New York City, and a confrontation with his wife ensued. Rather than answer the police or media’s questions about the accident, he holed up for two days causing speculation to run rampant worldwide. To fill Woods’ deafening silence, more women who allegedly had trysts with him entered the fray; some with electronic proof of their relationship.
All of this is so unfortunate for Tiger and his family, but God is faithful and sovereign, and there is an eternal reason this information came to light. Scripture tells us “to whom much is given, much is required”, a far cry from a demand for perfection (which Tiger has declared he’s not), but a realistic mandate required of those placed in positions of influence.
Now is the time exhibit humility and contrition rather than tell everyone, “It‘s a private matter so leave me alone!” The damage is done, things will never be the same again for him, so he should just come out of his lair, and humbly & simply say, “I was wrong, and I’m sorry.” No excuses. No fanfare. No explanation. Just a sincere apology for living a lie about who he really is.
It’s time for a change in Tiger’s life, but that will only happen when there’s a change in his heart, and the heart can only be changed by the One who made it. A mere alteration in Tiger’s, or any adulterer’s, behavior is insufficient. He needs a new heart, and that comes from repentance to God the Father through the blood of Jesus Christ. This may be the lowest point in Tiger’s life, but perhaps it’s the catalyst the Lord is using to arrest this well liked, young, successful man to deliver him from the kingdom of darkness and bring him into the Kingdom of Light.
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Obama's Audacity
Afghanistan, Freedom, Military, Obama, Troops, War pressedpages
7:24 AM
Last night, our haggard looking President (lavish late night parties?) stood before the photo-optable West Point Cadets, to announce his plan to send 30,000 troops, 10,000 less than requested, to Afghanistan for a mere 18 months. This man continues to prove he is an immature, inexperienced, wanna-be man. It is incomprehensible to me that thinking people actually voted for this embarrassment to lead our nation and armed forces.
This man doesn’t know how to fight a strategic military battle (although he is quite adept at playing covertly coercive thug politics). His announcement last night was comparable to Mike Tyson telling Hollifield he was going to bite his ear off at the end of the fight if Mike was losing. Yeah, I can just see Hollifield never putting his guard up for that one! “Sure Mike, whatever you say!”, is how he would respond. And when the moment came, Hollifield would be completely taken off guard. Right?
Isn’t that what Obama is doing with the Taliban? The next thing we can expect is the disclosure of where the troops are going to be stationed, and how many will be at each point. Oh that Commander In Chief . . . he’s a crafty one! You know the enemy doesn’t watch any of the press coming out of Washington, or any speeches Obama makes (certainly wish we didn‘t have to). Why, no! They are totally oblivious morons out in the desert playing with a stray iguana whenever they find one. They’re not trying to destroy The Great Satan. No, they aren’t killing our troops, burning their bodies, and hanging their corpses from a bridge for all to see. No, not the Taliban. Not Obama’s good buddies.
I pray our nation will be able to endure the destructive dismantling Obama is doing to this country’s ability to defend herself. May God judge him for his treasonous deeds and display of unabashed hubris.
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Capitalism and Charlie Melancon and Christianity and Health Care and Marxism and Socialism and welfare
Marxism, Health Care, Socialism, wealth redistribution, Charlie Melancon, Christianity pressedpages
7:22 AM
Last night I attended a function where several young aids representing their bosses, Charlie Melancon and Mary Landrieu, were present. It was a social occasion; one meant to wine (although there was none), and dine them (many Cajun delicacies such as fried alligator and boiled shrimp were available).
Through the course of events, I began conversing with Charlie Melancon’s aide, Carl. He is a tall, good looking, young, fit, hip, black man, who is intelligent and well spoken. Overall, it was a pleasure to speak with him. Although not the gathering’s purpose, I brought up the subject of the current Health Care reform Washington is trying to jam down the throat of an unwilling American citizenry. He remained calm, and stayed on the same liberal talking points of how some people just can’t afford health care and need help to do so, and how people who earn more than their basic needs demand must give some of their surplus to those who, for whatever reason, can’t provide such for themselves.
I listened (and sometimes interrupted) to his comments, and tried to reason with him. I enacted an object lesson of how the government must steal money from a producer to give it to a moocher. When I asked him if he has ever read anything by or about Karl Marx, he replied that he had for several years. (I assumed in college; not as a personal interest.) Therefore, I challenged him to stop, think and consider how the actions he was promoting in government came directly from Karl Marx. I urged him too observe that Marx’s philosophy, implemented on any level, has never worked, does not work, and never will work. With that, our conversation ended.
To read a wonderful article about the Bible’s stance on Socialism, click on the link below.
Is Socialism Biblical? by Joel McDermott
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6:28 AM
Islam and Muslim and Obama's Audacity
Fort Hood, Islam, Obama pressedpages
7:35 AM
On Thursday, November 5, a Muslim U.S. Army Major scheduled for deployment to Iraq killed 13 and wounded 38 on US Army base Fort Hood, near Killeen, Texas. Fox News’ coverage of the massacre gave frequent moment-by-moment updates keeping everyone abreast of breaking news. President Obama announced he would address the nation about the tragedy that afternoon, and I waited eagerly to hear what he had to say. The news anchor seemed perplexed that Obama would be addressing the country at such an early stage, and made a couple of suggestions as to why he was doing it. He was positive and supportive of the President’s decision, and proposed his motivation was possibly because he wanted to quell any fears or concerns in the hearts of the American people due to the incomprehensibleness of the attack.
Then Obama hit the airwaves. The man’s opening remarks were to some American Indian / Internal Affairs convention he was attending. He commended people, gave a “shout out”, and promised not to forget our “Native Americans”. Finally, he got around to the attack. He sounded cold, unmoved, and uninformed. While the rest of the country knew the number dead and wounded, he didn‘t, and tried to pretend he was up to snuff on the facts by saying, “we will keep you informed “, but even the blind could see through that thin veneer. His ignorance and apathy were evident for all to behold. This man is a disgrace to our country, and an insult to our men in uniform. It’s like the Clinton administration on steroids.
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Capitalism and Freedom and Health Care and Socialism and welfare
Capitalism, Communism, Free Market, Freedom, Health Care, Nancy Pelosi, Progressivism, Socialism, Tyranny, wealth redistribution pressedpages
7:19 AM
Yesterday, Louisiana Senator David Vitter came to Houma, Louisiana, and held yet another town hall meeting. Scheduled only two days after the nefarious Nancy Pelosi health care bill exploded on an unwilling American citizenry, Vitter addressed the crowd. Having with him the 2,000 page, 20-pound bill, and a panel of 1 doctor and 1 small business owner from the area, the audience of over 200 people listened with anticipation for words that would quell their fears. At least ten percent had the opportunity to speak directly to the Senator asking questions or making comments. The audience was calm, but with the specter of that albatross of a bill looming on the table in front of them, everyone paid close attention.
People are concerned that this bill transforms American healthcare into an American nightmare, and rightfully so. Its real purpose is about power, not healthcare. Who has the right to make choices for the individual — the individual, or the government? When does one go to sleep? What does one eat? Does one smoke? May one be over weight, or under weight? According to Nancy Pelosi and her ‘historic’ bill, a bureaucrat will decide all, because the government knows best. We are now a collective.
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