From Peggy…
Jack, I’m glad you addressed this. As you know I was at that GOP conference in Sacramento a couple of weekends ago and shared with you the impression all of those college-age young people had upon me. It was truly a personal pivotal moment for me in what their’s and my grandkid’s future could be. A future with jobs, economic stability and a tax base that allows them to keep most of what they earned.
The other event that took place was a huge historical pivotal moment. It was when Rand Paul stood upon the Senate floor and demanded the WH answer the question he’d been asking for six weeks. It wasn’t a new question as Holder indicated, it was the same question. Not ashamed to admit I watch over 12 hours of his filibuster. I missed the very first, but saw those who came to join and show their support and his last words. (Thank God for the DVR and the hold button.) Not in our life time do I believe we will witness such a moment again.
Rand’s filibuster was not only an, “In your face” challenge to this administration’s typical non-response response, it also put the “old-guard” GOP on notice they’re done as leaders. In my opinion McCain and Graham sealed the end of their political careers. I was even motivated to both call and email them the next day to tell them I’d contribute to the GOP/Independent candidates who ran against them to make sure they didn’t return to represent us. Graham’s voice mail was full so I wasn’t able to leave him a message. I’m assuming it was full from others who felt like I did so decided to not continue calling but did send the email.
Rand Paul quote: “I filibustered for the sake of the young people.”
Here are a couple of articles that I think indicate how others of like-minds see the change that is taking place. Of course the challenge will be to have enough join in to make a difference.
Star Parker – CURE: (Be sure to check out her other videos) http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=Uncle+Sam%27s+Plantation&view=detail&mid=C71325BBE0F57D5E37DBC71325BBE0F57D5E37DB&first=0&FORM=NVPFVR
This Revealing Chart Shows You Exactly What the Calif. Exodus Looks Like: (Some comments indicate ex-Californians are not welcomed in other states.) http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2013/03/13/this-stunning-chart-shows-you-exactly-what-the-calif-exodus-looks-like-not-ready/
For those who have Dish TV check out “The Blaze” channel’s new program called, “On the Record.” Its first show aired last night called, “Surveillance State.” If you’re concerned about the drones violating someone’s civil rights you’ll be even more concerned about the NSA and the personal information that is being gathered and stored. Will Rand Paul, who appears in the show, or another brave soul stand up again to protect our rights under our constitution?
For The Record exposes the terrifying surveillance state: (Be sure to check out the videos.)
“There is little information today the NSA cannot acquire if it wants to,” said American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) attorney Alexander Abdo. Using the firsthand accounts of four NSA whistleblowers, For The Record exposes the truth behind the government agency that is invading American’s privacy under the guise of national security.
“I took all the narration out of the episode because these people are whistleblowers, and I have to let them tell their story,” Joe Weasel , senior producer of TheBlaze documentary team, said about the episode. “I asked all the whistleblowers the exact same questions, so I could see if the stories were consistent, and then I got out of the way.
http://www.glennbeck.com/2013/03/13/for-the-record-exposes-the-terrifying-surveillance-state/
Yes, Jack people are rising up saying, “Enough is enough. We want our country back for our children.”
CPAC is live on the internet for those interested. I’ve seen Rand Paul and Marco Rubio speak. Currently is a panel discussion on Benghazi.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/14/cpac-2013-live-_n_2856888.html?utm_hp_ref=media&