Pastor David Jones regarding Caesar's threats against his home Bible study...
"On Good Friday we had an employee from San Diego County come to our house, and inform us that the Bible study that we were having was a religious assembly, and in violation of the code in the county." David Jones told FOX News.
Read the rest of the article here.
The unholy sub-division of the Empire has since backed down; only after an international outcry about the incident.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Jack Booted Head Knockers...
From the statist lips of Dean Scoville, associate editor of Police Magazine...
"There was a time when post pursuit ass-kickings were obligatory," Scoville writes with the gleeful abandon of an adolescent eager to show off his mastery of newly learned vulgarisms. "Cops knew it, suspects knew it, and there are enough old times on both sides of the fence that will verify the assertion when I say that what this officer did was NOTHING compared to what would have happened in another place and time.... I'm nostalgic for the days when the pursued feared the judicial system if for nothing but the inevitable ass-kicking and street justice."
Read more here.
This should make any decent cop (one who respects natural rights and their oath to the Constitution) mad as hell.
"There was a time when post pursuit ass-kickings were obligatory," Scoville writes with the gleeful abandon of an adolescent eager to show off his mastery of newly learned vulgarisms. "Cops knew it, suspects knew it, and there are enough old times on both sides of the fence that will verify the assertion when I say that what this officer did was NOTHING compared to what would have happened in another place and time.... I'm nostalgic for the days when the pursued feared the judicial system if for nothing but the inevitable ass-kicking and street justice."
Read more here.
This should make any decent cop (one who respects natural rights and their oath to the Constitution) mad as hell.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Liberty's Only Real Hope...
J.H. Huebert on new activists introduced to libertarianism by Ron Paul..
But the bottom line is that most of the ever-growing number of people who are coming to libertarianism through the likes of Ron Paul and Tom Woods are sound on the essentials, including the fundamental issues of money, war, and the police state. They are embracing a real alternative to the status quo, not conservatism-lite or liberalism-lite, and for that reason they are liberty's only real hope.
Read more here.
But the bottom line is that most of the ever-growing number of people who are coming to libertarianism through the likes of Ron Paul and Tom Woods are sound on the essentials, including the fundamental issues of money, war, and the police state. They are embracing a real alternative to the status quo, not conservatism-lite or liberalism-lite, and for that reason they are liberty's only real hope.
Read more here.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Ron Paul On Water Boarding And The Rule Of Law
Ron Paul on water boarding...
"Enhanced interrogation" as some prefer to call it, has been used throughout history, usually by despotic governments, to cruelly punish or to extract politically useful statements from prisoners. Governments that do these things invariably bring shame on themselves.
In addition, information obtained under duress is incredibly unreliable, which is why it is not admissible in a court of law. Legally valid information is freely given by someone of sound mind and body. Someone in excruciating pain, or brought close to death by some horrific procedure is not in any state of mind to give reliable information, and certainly no actions should be taken solely based upon it.
For these reasons, it is illegal in the United States and illegal under Geneva Conventions. Simulated drowning, or water boarding, was not considered an exception to these laws when it was used by the Japanese against US soldiers in World War II. In fact, we hanged Japanese officers for war crimes in 1945 for water boarding. Its status as torture has already been decided by our own courts under this precedent. To look the other way now, when Americans do it, is the very definition of hypocrisy.
Read the rest of his article here.
"Enhanced interrogation" as some prefer to call it, has been used throughout history, usually by despotic governments, to cruelly punish or to extract politically useful statements from prisoners. Governments that do these things invariably bring shame on themselves.
In addition, information obtained under duress is incredibly unreliable, which is why it is not admissible in a court of law. Legally valid information is freely given by someone of sound mind and body. Someone in excruciating pain, or brought close to death by some horrific procedure is not in any state of mind to give reliable information, and certainly no actions should be taken solely based upon it.
For these reasons, it is illegal in the United States and illegal under Geneva Conventions. Simulated drowning, or water boarding, was not considered an exception to these laws when it was used by the Japanese against US soldiers in World War II. In fact, we hanged Japanese officers for war crimes in 1945 for water boarding. Its status as torture has already been decided by our own courts under this precedent. To look the other way now, when Americans do it, is the very definition of hypocrisy.
Read the rest of his article here.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Magic Bubbles...
From Thomas Woods...
Sometimes I wish our overlords would get their stories straight. First, Alan Greenspan – whom the New York Times once described, in its typical toadying, totalitarian fashion, as "the infallible maestro of our financial system" – told us it was impossible to tell if a bubble existed at any given time. Now we have Barack Obama insisting that not only can we detect bubbles, but we can also deflate them with sufficient dispatch to prevent them from causing any serious economic disturbances.
Read the rest of the article here.
Sometimes I wish our overlords would get their stories straight. First, Alan Greenspan – whom the New York Times once described, in its typical toadying, totalitarian fashion, as "the infallible maestro of our financial system" – told us it was impossible to tell if a bubble existed at any given time. Now we have Barack Obama insisting that not only can we detect bubbles, but we can also deflate them with sufficient dispatch to prevent them from causing any serious economic disturbances.
Read the rest of the article here.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Ron Paul Endorses Adam Kokesh...
From the desk of Congressman Ron Paul...
Adam Kokesh has been a tremendous supporter - of both me AND you! As a leader of Iraqi Veterans Against the War, Adam has spent years traveling the country to spread our message of peace, a strong national defense and limited government. Adam has tremendous credibility because of his service in the United States Marine Corps and I have deep respect for his commitment to principle.
And now, Adam Kokesh needs our support.
Adam has formed an exploratory committee to run for Congress in his home state of New Mexico. Sending Adam Kokesh to Congress would be a tremendous victory for the Freedom Movement, and if we come together and stand behind him, he has a real chance to win.
This race will be difficult, but I know Adam has the energy and drive to be successful and pour every ounce of himself into this effort. I urge you to go to www.KokeshforCongress.com and support him in anyway you feel comfortable. Whether it is making a financial contribution, volunteering or getting more information share with your friends and family, Adam needs your support now so he can start down this long journey with momentum and a strong wind at his back.
We have a chance to help a real patriot and lover of liberty join me in Washington. Again, I hope you will help me support Adam Kokesh for Congress.
In Liberty,
Sunday, May 17, 2009
The Chaos Of Government...
Sheldon Richman of FEE writes..
"Thus Rep. Ron Paul wisely writes, “We need to rein in our overseas empire, as quickly as possible. We need to bring our troops home, and get our economy back into the business of production, not destruction. The smartest thing we could do is admit we don’t know all the answers to all the world’s problems. If the new administration can take a closer look at real free trade and no entangling alliances, we would be much better off for it…. But unfortunately, it is not likely to happen.”
So those who understand had better get to work."
Read the rest of the article here.
Help Nancy, I'm Drowning Over Here...
From Anti-War's Justin Raimondo...
Pelosi says she was never informed that one particular terrorist suspect was water-boarded, in spite of recently-released CIA documents that clearly indicate she was briefed on the specific details of the "enhanced interrogation techniques" performed on this prisoner — a reputed high-level al-Qaeda operative who was water-boarded 83 times in a single month.
Read the rest of the article here.
Pelosi says she was never informed that one particular terrorist suspect was water-boarded, in spite of recently-released CIA documents that clearly indicate she was briefed on the specific details of the "enhanced interrogation techniques" performed on this prisoner — a reputed high-level al-Qaeda operative who was water-boarded 83 times in a single month.
Read the rest of the article here.
Of Those Alone...
"Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it." Pericles - H/T to Strike The Root...
Natural Law Versus Positive Law...
"Whatever else the government does, no matter what it claims the goal is and no matter the stated justification, because it curtails human freedom it should be suspect and presumed to be unlawful and unconstitutional. If these libertarian principles had been accepted throughout history, then slavery-an obvious violation of natural rights-and all the evils it has spawned would never have existed here." Andrew P. Napolitano
Read the rest of the article here.
Read the rest of the article here.
Real Retro Taste...
Not since the 70's have I tasted such a sweet Mountain Dew! Today's young people can finally experience the Real Dew.
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Winning Isn't Everything...
What would winning be for a political party built on a libertarian philosophy of life, like the Libertarian Party? Would it be electing so many people to public office that you replace one of the major political parties, becoming like them to win? Or would it be winning the hearts and minds of the politicians, voters, and citizens so that they adopt and run for office on your ideas, instilling in others a basic and steadfast love of freedom like you taught them?
Allan Wallace
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Allan Wallace
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Friday, May 15, 2009
The Future Is Libertarian...
"In its battle against the Individual, the State has many powerful weapons – but we have the Future on our side. The reason why so many science fiction writers, movies, and fans are libertarian is because, according to science fiction, The Future is Libertarian." [Joe Schembrie]
Read the rest of the article here.
Read the rest of the article here.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Libertarians: U.S. Out Of Afghanistan
From the Center For Libertarian Press Information...
“The occupation of Afghanistan became a failure the instant the goal changed from liquidating al Qaeda to pursuing meddlesome ‘nation-building’ objectives,” says retired Air Force lieutenant colonel Karen Kwiatkowski, who served as a Pentagon analyst during the early days of the occupation and holds a Ph.D. in World Politics from Catholic University. “In its eighth year, the US occupation has not only failed to create a stable, democratic Afghanistan, it threatens to deliver nuclear Pakistan into the arms of the very enemy we went there to destroy.”
Read the rest of the release here
“The occupation of Afghanistan became a failure the instant the goal changed from liquidating al Qaeda to pursuing meddlesome ‘nation-building’ objectives,” says retired Air Force lieutenant colonel Karen Kwiatkowski, who served as a Pentagon analyst during the early days of the occupation and holds a Ph.D. in World Politics from Catholic University. “In its eighth year, the US occupation has not only failed to create a stable, democratic Afghanistan, it threatens to deliver nuclear Pakistan into the arms of the very enemy we went there to destroy.”
Read the rest of the release here
Libertarians Say Audit The Fed...
From the Center For Libertarian Press Information...
Such an audit would likely lead to public demand for thorough reform of the US government’s monetary policy, says Libertarian National Committee member Rachel Hawkridge. “The Libertarian Party’s platform calls for free-market banking and an end to the legal tender laws that have been used to vest control of our monetary system in an unaccountable, secretive monopoly,” she says. “If we can pry open the can of worms and show America what’s inside it, we believe that our position will resonate strongly with the public.”
Read the rest of the release here
Such an audit would likely lead to public demand for thorough reform of the US government’s monetary policy, says Libertarian National Committee member Rachel Hawkridge. “The Libertarian Party’s platform calls for free-market banking and an end to the legal tender laws that have been used to vest control of our monetary system in an unaccountable, secretive monopoly,” she says. “If we can pry open the can of worms and show America what’s inside it, we believe that our position will resonate strongly with the public.”
Read the rest of the release here
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
HR 1207 Region 8 Petition Drive, Part 2
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9139407@N02/3526078319/
Foot traffic was slower than usual in front of the courthouse. We managed 68 petition signatures during a three hour time span. Two weeks ago, we gathered 93 in two and a half hours.
Foot traffic was slower than usual in front of the courthouse. We managed 68 petition signatures during a three hour time span. Two weeks ago, we gathered 93 in two and a half hours.
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
My Letter To Congressman Kissell Regarding HR 1207...
Dear Congressman Kissell,
I hope all is well with you. As a freshman in Congress, I am sure you must be overwhelmed with all the problems and challenges you have inherited from your predecessors. Unfortunately, the current Congress is only making matters worse.
American taxpayers, due to acts committed by Congress, the Treasury Department, and the Federal Reserve, are on the hook for almost $10 trillion in bailouts and loans. We are burdened by a $11 trillion national debt. Inflation is devaluing our currency at a alarming rate. This is a national emergency of epic proportions.
It is also a national disgrace.
Banks and other corporations are receiving billions of taxpayer’s dollars. Recently, members of Congress asked Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke to name which financial institutions have received these funds. Mr. Bernanke flat-out said “No”.
This is totally unacceptable!
Congress has the power and responsibility to conduct a comprehensive audit of the Federal Reserve. Unfortunately, Congress has failed in it’s duty to do so.
That is why I am humbly requesting you become a co-sponsor of HR 1207, the Federal Reserve Transparency Act.
This bill would require the Government Accountability Office to perform a complete audit of the Federal Reserve by the end of 2010. It would also reveal the details of agreements the Fed has made with foreign central banks and governments. Also, it would show which banks and Wall Street firms have received our money from the Fed.
On behalf of fiscal responsibility and transparent government, I hope you will stand up for all Americans and support HR 1207.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. I would like the opportunity to meet with you personally in the near future.
Sincerely,
Thomas Hill
Region 8 Coordinator, Campaign For Liberty
Interim Chair/Executive Director, Libertarian Party of Cabarrus County
704-621-8621
I hope all is well with you. As a freshman in Congress, I am sure you must be overwhelmed with all the problems and challenges you have inherited from your predecessors. Unfortunately, the current Congress is only making matters worse.
American taxpayers, due to acts committed by Congress, the Treasury Department, and the Federal Reserve, are on the hook for almost $10 trillion in bailouts and loans. We are burdened by a $11 trillion national debt. Inflation is devaluing our currency at a alarming rate. This is a national emergency of epic proportions.
It is also a national disgrace.
Banks and other corporations are receiving billions of taxpayer’s dollars. Recently, members of Congress asked Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke to name which financial institutions have received these funds. Mr. Bernanke flat-out said “No”.
This is totally unacceptable!
Congress has the power and responsibility to conduct a comprehensive audit of the Federal Reserve. Unfortunately, Congress has failed in it’s duty to do so.
That is why I am humbly requesting you become a co-sponsor of HR 1207, the Federal Reserve Transparency Act.
This bill would require the Government Accountability Office to perform a complete audit of the Federal Reserve by the end of 2010. It would also reveal the details of agreements the Fed has made with foreign central banks and governments. Also, it would show which banks and Wall Street firms have received our money from the Fed.
On behalf of fiscal responsibility and transparent government, I hope you will stand up for all Americans and support HR 1207.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. I would like the opportunity to meet with you personally in the near future.
Sincerely,
Thomas Hill
Region 8 Coordinator, Campaign For Liberty
Interim Chair/Executive Director, Libertarian Party of Cabarrus County
704-621-8621
Monday, May 04, 2009
Rand Paul, The Libertarian...
Like his father, the son also favors notions of limited government. "Libertarian would be a good description," Rand Paul told CNN, "because libertarians believe in freedom in all aspects of your life - your economic life as well as your social life as well as your personal life."
From the CNN story linked to below...
http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/05/04/im-very-serious-about-running-ron-pauls-son-says/
From the CNN story linked to below...
http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/05/04/im-very-serious-about-running-ron-pauls-son-says/
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