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		<title>Economic Fairness and the Fall of America!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:51:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What a dog and pony show I watched as the SOTU was given by Obama; even had the trained monkeys sitting in the First Lady’s box waiting for their five minutes of fame.  All the while, Obama kept going on about “economic fairness”, “fair play”, and “shared responsibility” for and by all Americans.  With those [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/012612-economic-fairness-and-the-fall-of-america"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4391" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/obamachagne.jpeg" alt="" width="94" height="141" /></a>What a dog and pony show I watched as the SOTU was given by Obama; even had the trained monkeys sitting in the First Lady’s box waiting for their five minutes of fame.  All the while, Obama kept going on about “economic fairness”, “fair play”, and “shared responsibility” for and by all Americans.  With those words, the chills went down my spine knowing what Obama was really saying: redistribution of wealth by a few elitists in government, which equal socialism/communism.  So what is “economic fairness”?  Why should America be scared?  What can be done to make sure “economic fairness” does not happen?</p>
<p>First, what is “economic fairness”?  Economic fairness is that everybody is born into the same amount of money, with brains and common sense, excels at all things including reading, writing, math, and born into great and safe neighborhoods, with great education.  Nobody has any problems or challenges mentally or physically and everybody is the same.  This is not reality! Here in the real America (the world), people are born with unique attributes, in good and bad neighborhoods, with things they excel in and things they struggle doing, with physical and mental challenges, and with not always good education.  No two people are the same and what they earn at their jobs/careers reflect that.  </p>
<p>Second, why should America be scared?  This “economic fairness” is code word for social justice which is a code word for socialism/communism.  This is not what America was founded on.  America was founded on “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” (Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776), not everybody is the same and deserves another man’s money for work he did not do-I can hear our Forefathers turning in their graves-this is what they came to the New World to escape.  America was founded on hard work, faith in God, and giving charity to those who needed it by the way of the church-not by entitlement.</p>
<p>America should be scared of words like “economic fairness”, “fair play”, “shared responsibility” because it all boils down to a few elitists in government (like Europe and the former USSR) giving money to those who sit on their butts and do nothing but suck off those that work hard.  This also slows innovation, research and development, lowers production, and stagnates the economy, which leads to unmanageable debt; again as seen now in Europe and the former USSR.  </p>
<p> Third, so what can we do to make sure “economic fairness” does not happen or in other words America does not end up a socialist/communist state?  It starts with election 2012 and that means defeat Obama and his cronies, including anybody running for a senate or house seat that has helped push the socialist/communist agenda of the Obama administration.  Clean up our public schools and give the control back to the states and parents and eliminate the Department of Education and tenure for all teachers.  Overturn Obamacare and address the real problems in health care like tort reform and denial for pre-existing conditions, plus bring competition into the insurance industry and allow everybody to purchase the insurance they want even across state lines.  Cut any agency that has been created by the Obama administration and make sure that czars cannot be appointed again.  On top of this, make sure senate and house members can only serve 2 consecutive terms and that is it in a lifetime.  Make the Declaration of Independence and The Constitution of the United States part of each American’s education from elementary to college level.  These are just some suggestions on what we can do as Americans to stop this progression to socialism/communism. </p>
<p>In conclusion, “economic fairness” is code word for social justice which is a code word for socialism/communism.  There cannot be any “economic fairness” in this world because everybody is born into a variety of circumstances, whether be rich or poor, smart or slow learner, access to good education, good or bad neighborhood, or whatever the case is nobody is born the same or into the same circumstances (God made us all different with different challenges to face).  America was founded on hard work, love of God, and charity to those who need it; not to those who think it is owed to them for some stupid reason.  If America does not change course and re-elects Obama for a second term as president, then America will fall as we know it into socialism/communism-is this what we want to hand our posterity?</p>
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		<title>Governor Rick Perry Fast Becoming Conservative Spoiler?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:24:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>StumpDog7</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It makes no sense for conservative Christians to split their vote.  We have a true opportunity to have some real change in the White House yet Governor Perry continues to bash Rick Santorum which only really helps Governor Mitt Romney. 

It makes me often wonder if Governor Perry is actually on Governor Romney's campaign payroll.    Yes, here I go speaking the unspeakable: is there a wolf in the GOP mix?
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Ivoted.jpeg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5256" title="Ivoted" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Ivoted.jpeg" alt="" width="160" height="88" /></a>For three years conservative Christians across the United States have been on their knees to God; in the streets before the nation and writing article after article hoping for a good  Christian conservative candidate without significant baggage.  </p>
<p>Finally, after a devastating 3 years under President Obams rule we have  that candidate in Rick Santorum.   </p>
<p>With his poll numbers continually gaining <em> Santorum</em> seems to be the Christian conservative candidate primed to take the GOP nomination.  He has taken a wide lead over Michele Bachmann and Governor Rick Perry yet both candidates percist in their effort to win the GOP nomination knowing full well of the detriment this has upon the chances of a Christian conservative gaining the GOP nomination.</p>
<p>I understand that it is a contest, yet it is much more than a contest for presidency,  it is the life of the nation, as we know it.</p>
<p>It makes no sense for conservative Christians to split their vote.  We have a true opportunity to have some real change in the White House yet Governor Perry continues to bash Rick Santorum which only really helps Governor Mitt Romney. </p>
<p>It makes me often wonder if Governor Perry is actually on Governor Romney&#8217;s campaign payroll.    Yes, here I go speaking the unspeakable: is there a wolf in the GOP mix?</p>
<p>Most conservatives likely know, by now, that Governor Perry will never get the nomination not because of his record, but rather because he is a poor speaker and truly has a hard time putting his thoughts together under pressure.   </p>
<p>He has done some great work, as the Texas Governor, but that is likely as far as he will get.   Yet,  he now has been given an opportunity to choose the next GOP nominee:  this choice will certainly sheed light on what kind of Christian conservative he is.   </p>
<p>Perry polls well enough to tip the balance in the GOP presidential decision.   I and every conservative Christian in America can only hope and pray that he has not been bought by some powerfull insider within the GOP who may be trying hard to force the American conservative into accepting Governor Mitt Romney as the nominee. </p>
<p>Having Governor Mitt Romney win the GOP nomination would be unspeakable because the vast majority of conservatives don&#8217;t like or want Mr. Romney anywhere near the White House.</p>
<p>I for the life of me cant&#8217;t understand why Christian conservatives just can&#8217;t work together. </p>
<p>We have a candidate who is polling well:  it is time to support this candidate. With every split vote we make Mitt Romney&#8217;s path that much easier. </p>
<p>Let there be no doubt,  Governor Mitt Romney is no Christian conservative.  Granted if elected he may be able to help with our economic condition; however, our national health will continue to suffer morally.  Let&#8217;s face it, Governor Mitt Romney is infected by the Progressive sickness that has already taken most Democrats.</p>
<p>I offten just sit back in my chair and wonder how long it will take the American people to realize that it is not the ecnomy dummy, but the moral position this nation has been suckkered into.   We have brought this all upon ourselves.  We have permitted  men and women into our local and national government without firm challanges: we have focused on living the good life while plugging our noses to the political rot growing around us.  There is nobody to blame but us. </p>
<p>Governor Perry is my Governor, as I am a Texan, but other than his recent commercial claiming to be a Christian his conservative political history has been full of holes.  From forcing medicine on children to not standing firm on the border:  he is weak on protecting personal freedoms and defending national sovereignty.  Certainly, he has done many things right as has Governor Romney, but we don&#8217;t need a 13 hour conservative we one who is conservative for 24 hours a day. </p>
<p>The truth of the matter is that most of us really worry about Governor Perry&#8217;s loyalty to the conservative idea  his potential conflicts of interest with left leaning conservatives who have authority in the GOP give reason for alarm.</p>
<p>The truth, as is usually the case,  is simple:  conservative Christians are splitting their vote three ways.  This is permitting Governor Mitt Romney to grin in glee while rubbing his hands in anticipation of a presidential nomination that seems so certain because the ignorant conservative Christians can&#8217;t seem to get their house in order. </p>
<p>Rick Santorum is a Christian conservative; he is a wonderful family man; he is rising fast in the polls; and he is the answer to your prayers: give the man a chance.</p>
<p>A word of warning if you stick with supporting Bachmann or Perry to the end and Romney or Obama become or remain president: it is your fault.</p>
<p>They say God has the whole world in His hands &#8211; well he just gave America to the Christian conservative: I hope they know what to do with it.</p>
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		<title>Conservative Christian Vote Again Being Split, Bachmann Key</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:12:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>StumpDog7</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am convinced that Ms. Bachmann and Governor Perry have the ability to restore the United States by ending their presidential aspirations and doing the unexpected: Support Santorum.  

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It never fails to amaze me how powerful pride, conceit or a feeling of personal destiny, can get in the way of what is right or necessary for national survival. The Conservative community meaning those who are anti abortion and militant homosexuality have yet to really join forces in this coming presidential election.</p>
<p>It has become a sad commentary that prior to any election they can not decide on one candidate <a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/creative0010019.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5721" title="creative001001" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/creative0010019.jpg" alt="" width="280" height="197" /></a>to promote. Because of this the Christian vote is most often in disarray just prior to an election leaving the morally destitute conservatives an opportunity to pick up momentum as is the case with Ron Paul and Governor Mitt Romney in our current presidential primary in Iowa. It is truly a very sad thing to watch.</p>
<p>Ideally, Rick Santorum, Michele Bachmann and Governor Rick Perry should have been vetted and promoted by top tier Conservatives before tossing in their hat for a presidential run.</p>
<p>America can not afford to lose anymore ground to the progressive juggernaut of sliding morals least we find ourselves in an unrecoverable position.</p>
<p>I have said before that it is not the economy but rather who we are as a people that will change our nations path.   It is our stead fast value centered beliefs first professed by our founders that will save this nation not a new policy that may help our economy for a season but then with a new administration slip on a progressive tied.</p>
<p>It is a certainty now that Ron Paul, Governor Mitt Romney or President Barack Obama will likely win the 2012 presidential election Unless Governor Rick Perry, Michele Bachmann and Rick Santorum immediately decided between themselves which one of the three the other two will support for president.  They must also actively campaign for the chosen candidate.  Side note: I fear Governor Rick Perry may not be as conservative as he promotes himself watch for him to support Governor Mitt Romney upon his dropping from the race.</p>
<p>I have come to the conclusion that Michele Bachmann, because she has not successfully defended herself from the medias campaign to make her look like a dim whit, can not win the presidential election.  This is not her fault but that of unprepared counsel.  Like Governor Sara Palin and Vice President Dan Quayle the liberal media have rewritten their public image that only a well orchestrated public image campaign can adjust.  Sadly, Ms. Bachmann doesn&#8217;t have the time to do this.</p>
<p>I have also come to the conclusion, as a Texan, that my Governor is not all that good at defending himself nor selling the public a reason why he should be trusted as president.  As a matter of fact Govonor Perry, as friendly as he is, just stinks at public debate.  This skill for a president is manditory: period.</p>
<p>At present only Rick Santorum is unblemished and his quickening in the polls makes me believe he should be the Conservative candidate.  Sadly, Michele Bachmann and Governor Perry likely don&#8217;t feel this way and this, as I have previously mentioned, will leave us with the forced need to vote for greater misery to come.</p>
<p>I belive that all is not lost.  The more top tier conservatives who come out to support Rick Santorum as the underdog the greater chance that our nation will be able to redeem herself.  Herman Cain&#8217;s support would be extreamly helpful.   If Michele Bachmann decides to pick up the phone with Rick Santorum and work something out the greater the chance We Americans have of seeing a restored nation.  Governor Romney, Ron Paul and Barack Obama are all hoping that human nature and its pride will keep this from occuring. </p>
<p>It is a certainty that Ms. Bachmann and Governor Perry have the ability to restore the United States by ending their presidential aspirations and doing the unexpected: Support Santorum.  </p>
<p>If this does not happen one thing is certain American morality will continue slip into greater debotchery seen only in biblical times as each of the candidates left are socially and morally broken.</p>
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		<title>A Short Christmas and New Year Message</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:42:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>StumpDog7</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I want to thank all of those who have taken the time to visit Stump Report through 2011.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/creative0010017.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5654" title="creative001001" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/creative0010017.jpg" alt="" width="261" height="105" /></a>I want to thank all of those who have taken the time to visit Stump Report through 2011.  This site has certainly had its ups and downs and with Twitter banning Lizarddawg one of my chief sources of new viewers things have been tough.  However, I will continue this site and push ahead with the conservative values that are so necessary not just for the survival of the United States, but all honorable nations, cities and families.</p>
<p>I want to wish you all a wonderful and blessed Christmas and New Year, but I want to also encourage you all not to fall into the trap of anger and fear that the Democrats, Liberals and those who promote the Progressive advance, so commonly embrace.  Do not let the dooms day prophets spoil your hearts: remember that Jesus the Son of God requested that we remain without fear in the face of what is to come.  So, avoid those who will say this or that is about to occur, instead reamain positive in all events, encouraging one another.  Remember let the Democrats own the anger.</p>
<p>I haven&#8217;t written much on Stump Report lately: I plan to change this. This coming year I plan to add more external news sources from stories I feel are relevant to our time. I do hope you will continue to give Stump Report a bit of time in your day and hopefully in the near future it will turn into a resource you will be willing to share.</p>
<p>Well to all my Jewish friends who I do know and who embrace the conservative message happy Hanaka and to all the rest of you Merry Christmas and a happy new year.</p>
<p>Phil</p>
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		<title>Mormonism a Cult?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 22:37:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>becjo</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Well it was bound to happen and it did.  Reverend Robert Jeffress pastor at the First Baptist Dallas had to shoot his mouth off (which was very unchristian of him) and call Mormonism (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) a “cult”.  Where is the outrage in this country?  I mean if he would [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/102411-mormonism-a-cult"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-5180" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/church-18-133x150.jpg" alt="" width="133" height="150" /></a>Well it was bound to happen and it did.  Reverend Robert Jeffress pastor at the First Baptist Dallas had to shoot his mouth off (which was very unchristian of him) and call Mormonism (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) a “cult”.  Where is the outrage in this country?  I mean if he would have called following Mohammad (Muslim) a cult there would be total outrage and a mainstream media firestorm.  So where is this outrage and mainstream firestorm now that a Christian religion has been attacked?  Nothing, just crickets.   So why the attack upon the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints?  Is that all opponents have on Romney and Huntsman?  Come on for crying out loud, this is a Christian religion with Christian beliefs. </p>
<p>First, the Mormons believe in the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost.  The only differences are that the Mormons believe that each is a separate entity. Plus, Mormons believe that Jesus Christ died for our sins upon the cross and He is our Savior.</p>
<p>Second, Mormons believe in wearing temple garments after receiving their endowments in the temple. These are not as some refer to them “magic pajamas”.  Let me explain these things better so you can understand them.  Temples have been built by the “commandment of the Lord where he could teach, guide, and bless His people.  This is shown in Exodus 26-27, 40:35, 2 Chronicles 5:1-14, 7:1-2 (Temple of King Solomon), and Ezra 3:1-13, 6:3 (Temple of Zerubbabel).  When Christ was on earth the only existing temple known was the Temple of Herod.  Jesus was often found there.  Luke 2:40-49 and Matthew 21:10-14”.  (<a href="http://www.lds.org/">http://www.lds.org</a>).  Now endowments are special blessings that are done in the temple which worthy members make promises and covenants with God and learn how to return to live with Him.   Lastly, the temple garments are worn as an “armor of God” after a worthy member receives their endowments at the temple.  These are worn daily and many members are buried with their temple garments.</p>
<p>Third, Mormons believe that Joseph Smith (founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and the Book of Mormon) was a prophet and revelator.  This does not mean that Joseph Smith is worshipped by members of the Mormon Church, like so many think.  Joseph Smith is respected and loved by those in the church for his love of Christ, his interpreting and securing the plates which the Book of Mormon was written from, and for his ultimate sacrifice to bring the words of Christ to all nations, kindred’s, and tongues. The Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ taking place in the America’s.  Since its publication, the Book of Mormon has been part of a great controversy, but has not been proven wrong by the many who have tried to deny its truth.  Along with the Book of Mormon, the King James Version of the Bible is used, along with the Doctrine and Covenants which contains revelations given to the prophet Joseph Smith and some additions by his successors in the presidency of the church.  So it is NOT true that Mormons do not use the Bible.  In fact, this year for Sunday school in Mormon churches across the world, there has been a study of the New Testament.  Mormons believe in Jesus Christ and that He is the Savior.</p>
<p>So as you have read Mormonism is not a cult, it is a Christian Church by all rights.  Mormons may have different ways of doing things but what it really comes down to is that the Mormons believe in the Father, Son, Holy Ghost, the King James Version Bible, the Ten Commandments, faith, hope, and charity.  Yes, there are certain things that are different, but what really matters is the fact that Mormons believe like all other Christian churches believe in the basics of Christianity and that is that Jesus Christ came here to earth to die for all of our sins so we may be resurrected and return to our Father in heaven.  I hope this clears some of the misconceptions of the Mormon Church and if you want to learn more facts about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints please go to <a href="http://www.mormon.org/">www.mormon.org</a> or to <a href="http://www.lds.org/">www.lds.org</a>.  By the way, if you were wondering, yes I am a Mormon.</p>
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		<title>The Anti-Second Amendment Debacle</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:54:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>becjo</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Americans know that this administration is no holds bar anti-Second Amendment; they all have made no bones about it.  So it should not surprise Americans that this administration would try something like “Operation Fast and Furious” to try to set up law abiding American gun dealers to take the fall for guns going over the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/101211-the-anti-second-amendment-debacle"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-3528" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Usflag-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>Americans know that this administration is no holds bar anti-Second Amendment; they all have made no bones about it.  So it should not surprise Americans that this administration would try something like “Operation Fast and Furious” to try to set up law abiding American gun dealers to take the fall for guns going over the border into Mexico and used to commit murder. This would give the Obama administration the “numbers” to “prove” there needs to be more gun control in America; since they do not have the proof they need at this point because majority of guns used in the cartel murders are from the Mexican Army itself or other Central and South American countries. On top of this, the average ages of the guns used are at least 14 years old.    In this operation it is figured over 2,000 guns were allowed to “walk” across the border into Mexico with the blessings of the BATFE (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) leadership and even with the blessings of the Justice Department, FBI, DEA, Secretary of State, and the U.S. Attorney General.  By the way, two rifles that were involved in the December 2010 murder of U.S. Border Agent Brian Terry were traced back to “Operation Fast and Furious”. </p>
<p>I wonder if the Obama administration knows how much blood is on their hands trying to push this anti-Second Amendment agenda.  Sadly, this administration does not care how many people will be murdered trying to push their political agenda and that is made very evident in the letter from A.G. Eric Holder to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform dated October 7, 2011 (<a href="http://www.foxnews/politics/2011/10/07/holder-challenges-fast-and-furious-allegations-in-scathing-letter-to-congress/">http://www.foxnews/politics/2011/10/07/holder-challenges-fast-and-furious-allegations-in-scathing-letter-to-congress/</a>)  “A telling moment in this regard came during one of the Fast and Furious hearings held by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform when Representative Maloney sought to question  ATF witnesses about potential reforms to our laws that would help stem the flow of illegal weapons.  Representative Maloney was cut-off in mid-sentence by Chairman Issa, who then “cautioned” the witness that it would not “valid testimony” to respond to such questions because the Committee was not interested in “proposed legislation and the like.” “Even in the face of an unprecedented flow of guns across the border, too many in Congress still oppose every effort to reform our gun laws in ways that would make the United States and our Mexican neighbors safer.”  Eric Holder as you can read is more concerned about the Obama administration anti-Second Amendment agenda than they are the people that are getting killed because of their determination to disarm law abiding Americans.  There is not even the mention of any regret of the killing of U.S. Border Agent Brian Terry at the hands of those who allowed “Fast and Furious” to be implemented in the first place.  All there is another blame game of the former Bush administration and blaming law abiding Americans exercising their Second Amendment rights. </p>
<p>On top of this political agenda, they have not just forgotten the human toll but they also forgot about the rules and regulations that govern any weapon going into another country from the United States and that is where the Arms Export Control Act comes in.  This act “prohibits anyone from exporting firearms to other countries unless the U.S. State Department issues a permit.  There is no “law enforcement” exception that would apply to “Fast and Furious”. (Kopel, David.  October 2011. Mexico Comes Knocking. Pg 39).  Also, with this act comes the fact the United States President would have to sign off on all things pertaining to any weapon going across our border into another country.  So we either have a very dumb president or a very smart one who is trying to use the “backdoor” to get his anti-Second Amendment legislation passed, no matter what the human cost is. This act also includes the U.S. Attorney General and the U.S. Secretary of Treasury and the Secretary of State knowing and signing off on any kind of export of arms to any country. </p>
<p>So is the anti-Second Amendment debacle “Fast and Furious” worth the human toll and breaking the Arms Export Control Act?  I really do not think so, all it has proven is what lengths this present administration is willing to go to and that is really sad.  But the Obama administration may have the last laugh if Mexico’s lawsuit against American gun manufacturers gets taken seriously and rammed through the Supreme Court or heaven forbid the International Court.  Just another way the Obama administration is willing to do in order to take away law abiding Americans Second Amendment rights.</p>
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		<title>Coal, Natural Gas and Oil are a Reality.</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:57:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Politics and extreme ideology have entered into the energy mix here in Texas and the  consequences will mean longer unemployment lines and higher costs for  power.   Under pressure from environmentalist groups like the Sierra  Club and their partners and bolstered by the draconian regulations issued by  the EPA, CPS energy will be closing the Deely Power [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/oilpipe.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-6435 alignleft" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/oilpipe-197x300.jpg" alt="" width="197" height="300" /></a>Politics and extreme ideology have entered into the energy mix here in Texas and the  consequences will mean longer unemployment lines and higher costs for  power.   Under pressure from environmentalist groups like the Sierra  Club and their partners and bolstered by the draconian regulations issued by  the EPA, CPS energy will be closing the Deely Power Plant outside of San Antonio.  Proponents laud this as a progressive advancement in the struggle to realize a green economy.   For them this is the first step; they hope to replace the “dirty” fuel source with new contracts for solar energy, a much greener resource that will create green jobs and help contribute to the new green economy.  As of today, four companies are seeking contracts with the city with the promise of delivering around 1,000 jobs and 800+ megawatts to the city.</p>
<p>One does not have to look far to see the deception that is green jobs through solar power. In the news as of late we have all seen the boondoggle that was Solyndra. To refresh your memory our illustrious President visited this solar cell manufacturer last year and donated $500 million (bailout / stimulus) of your tax dollars to their cause.  Last week Solyndra and your money disappeared as the company filed for bankruptcy.  In that case as in the case of the Deely plant closure, the common denominator is the loss of jobs rather than the creation of jobs.  This seems to be a theme in the new “Green Economy.”  Rather than being the birthplace of employment and prosperity, it has proven instead to be the cemetery where we bury jobs and the crematorium where we burn money.  The over $500 million given to Solyndra didn’t create jobs; it lost over 1,000 jobs and the closing of the Deely power plant in San Antonio will result in the loss of over 500 jobs.  Adding to the complexity of this closure is the loss of generating capacity.  This will put a strain on the existing power grid already struggling to keep up with demand.  Organizations like the Sierra Club and their partners will not stop with the Deely power plant; more closures are on the horizon.  This plant closing is yet another example of how the EPA is wielding its regulatory authority like an impulsive child swinging a samurai sword – your only hope is to NOT be in the way.  However, not being in the way has become almost impossible since the regulation being used in this case (The Cross-State Air Pollution Rule) has become the EPA’s weapon of choice against power providers.</p>
<p>I have written extensively on the stated goal of the liberal left and their pursuit of a green economy through green jobs.  In my book I dedicated a chapter to this myth and the conclusion that I came to is that they simply never pan out.  If you don’t believe me just look at Spain and the consequences they are facing right now due to this unrealistic mythical pipedream.  Spain is on the verge of default and is a big part of the current European debt crisis. Look at Solyndra and what your tax dollars were able to accomplish there – nothing. The loss of 500 jobs when the Deely power plant closes is real, the promised creation of 1,000 jobs through solar power in the future doesn’t pay those laid off worker’s bills or help an already overburdened power grid.  Green jobs and a new green economy are merely government tools used to redistribute wealth and that is a fact.  What we need are solutions not bedtime fairytales.</p>
<p>If the Federal Government really wanted to solve our energy crisis they would drastically curtail the EPA regulatory process and work with energy companies to continue to develop our natural resources.  They would help to retrofit and update plants through things like tax credits or deferred taxes. Or simply lower the tax burden across the board.  They would get out of the way and unleash the innovative entrepreneurial spirit that has made this country the envy of the free world.  Ladies and gentlemen, there are solutions and they can be found under the ground and in the minds of our people.  Clean coal is a reality; rather than banning it we should be working to unlock its full potential.  We have enough natural gas beneath our feet to power us well into the future and enough petroleum to do the same.  Rather than <em>stifling </em>their use we should be working to <em>advance</em> their uses.  We need to cut the noose that is binding our industrial and entrepreneurial complex and let them bring these resources into the 21<sup>st</sup> century rather than forcing them to operate as though it were the dark ages and then proclaiming them archaic.  That is backward thinking and if you want to move forward you can’t spend your time looking backwards.</p>
<p>None of this is possible unless we finally put to rest the myth that is “Green.”  Green isn’t going to ride in on a white horse and save the day.  Green pursuits should be an augmenting tool in our energy toolbox not the only tool. Those who tell you that alternative sources like wind and solar are the answer to obtain energy independence are lying and speak from their ideology, not from reality. The sun doesn’t always shine and the wind doesn’t always blow.  The use of Coal, Natural Gas and Oil are a reality, and the truth is that responsibly blending these into the energy mix is the future.  Until we get real when it comes to energy and energy independence we will not solve anything and we will continue to lose jobs and weaken America.  The Deely power plant closing in San Antonio is just the beginning of the Obama administration’s march to outlaw energy production as we know it, and to increase the cost of energy as we know it.  All of this is being done in the name of creating a new America with a green economy.  I say that I like the America my parents and their parents built and I say Texas cannot become the realization of a scheme that will destroy our America.  This is the time; Texas is the place – stand with me and let’s get to work defunding the EPA.  Help me dismantle the plan that would see our natural resources demonized for a flawed ideology.</p>
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		<title>EPA Forcing Texas Luminant to Close Power Plants.</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:08:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Can you imagine the unrealistic demand to catch and capture air with a butterfly net?  That is exactly the kind of illogical mental gymnastics being suffered by Luminant, one of Texas’s leading energy producers.  The absurd and unrealistic demands of the EPA have forced Luminant to make some hard choices that will result in two [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/epa.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-6417 alignleft" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/epa.jpg" alt="" width="256" height="192" /></a>Can you imagine the unrealistic demand to catch and capture air with a butterfly net?  That is exactly the kind of illogical mental gymnastics being suffered by Luminant, one of Texas’s leading energy producers.  The absurd and unrealistic demands of the EPA have forced Luminant to make some hard choices that will result in two realities here in Texas:  the loss of jobs and the loss of generating capacity.  To better understand the impact you have to understand what Luminant means to the state of Texas.  As I previously mentioned, Luminant is one of the largest power generator in Texas.  They employ 4,400 people across the state.  Since 2008 they have created 675 new jobs, real jobs – not government jobs or temporary stimulus jobs or “green jobs,” – but real jobs.  Between their Big Brown Power Plant in Freestone County and their Monticello Power Plant  locations in Titus, Camp, Hopkins and Franklin Counties, they have the capacity to generate 3,000 megawatts of power; and in 2010 these operations made tax contributions of $26 million.   Now these are just a handful of the company’s stats. As a result of the draconian rules set forth by the EPA, Luminant estimates that 500 jobs will be lost and 1,300 megawatts will evaporate from an already strained grid across Texas – again, as a result of new regulations put in place by the Obama administration and the EPA, specifically the “Cross-State Air Pollution Rule.”  Like I said, it’s like catching and capturing air with a butterfly net – ridiculous.</p>
<p>Reality however is taking a toll as the company has begun preparing to meet the unrealistic demands of the Cross-State Pollution Rule.  Some of the steps that will affect the company and it employees as well as Texas consumers will be the idling of two generating units, as well as cessation of lignite mining in three of its mines.  Luminant was forced down this path despite efforts to work with the EPA.  It is clear that the Obama Administration is using the heavy regulatory hand of the EPA to strike at the heart of energy production in this state, with the design of bringing about what they believe will be a new energy renaissance revolving around “Green Energy.”  The Administration have pinned their hopes on renewable energies like wind and solar to obtain energy independence. Those who tell you that alternative sources like wind and solar are the answer to obtaining energy independence are lying, and they speak from their ideology and not from reality.</p>
<p>We all remember the 2008 presidential campaign when candidate Obama was caught on tape stating that under his administration energy costs would necessarily skyrocket.  Well, this is one campaign promise this President seems bent on keeping.  The assault on American energy and on jobs began the day this President was sworn into office.  He then granted the EPA “god-like” authority to begin unwinding America’s natural energy resources and right here in Texas the first of many shots has been fired.  Companies like Luminant are taking the bullets.  This country cannot afford the boondoggle that is the march towards the fantasy called a “Green Economy” through “Green Jobs.”   Texas stands at the vanguard of this fight for energy independence.  Clearly it is time to take a stand, make it a Texas stand, and fight for our right to prosper through risk, hard work and the utilization of our God-given natural resources.  Edmund Burke is credited with saying, “All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.”  I want to alter that a bit and say this, “All that is necessary for the EPA to triumph is that we do nothing.”  So let’s do something.</p>
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		<title>Dear President Obama</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 22:03:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I sat down last night and watched you give your speech to a joint session of Congress last night and boy was I disappointed and totally bored!  It was like I was hearing a repeat of your speech on the stimulus package in 2009! But this time the name of it is “The American Jobs [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/099011-dear-president-obama"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-5620" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Obamaq-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>I sat down last night and watched you give your speech to a joint session of Congress last night and boy was I disappointed and totally bored!  It was like I was hearing a repeat of your speech on the stimulus package in 2009! But this time the name of it is “The American Jobs Act”-WOW! What imagination!  You want to spend more money this country does not have? How did that work in 2009?  Did not do one bit of good and in fact you made the economy worse-9.1% unemployment with over 14 million Americans out of work- and put our national security at risk with over a $14 trillion debt!  What the heck are you thinking?</p>
<p>You even tried to sell tax cuts for businesses especially small businesses but these are only temporary and who in their right mind running a business going to hire an American for only six months to a year just to receive a tax cut?  Not many, if any!  You do not have any clue how much money and time it takes to train a new employee.  On top of this, you are proposing a cut in the payroll tax, another temporary fix-gee how did this work the first time?  NOT! We still have over 14 million Americans with no jobs!</p>
<p>Just like in 2009 you want to extend unemployment benefits for another year-gee how did that work the first time?  It didn’t!!  Unemployment went up and consumer spending and confidence down…this does not work!  Where are the states going to find the money for this?  States are going broke and you want to keep adding more burdens upon them?  How ridiculous!  Extending unemployment benefits does not create jobs it just creates more of an entitlement attitude!!</p>
<p>Again, you are trying to sell the 2009 stimulus bill last night by talking about billions of dollars to throw at infrastructure (roads/bridges), teachers, and veterans. Gee where is the buzz word “shovel ready” while we are at it?  How does this even put a ecent dent in over 14 million Americans out of work when according to some economists that it may only “create” 1.4 million jobs?  What a crock of crap!</p>
<p>Just when I thought it could not get any worse you had to keep repeating “Pass this bill…” seventeen times!  Who was political grandstanding?  This appears to me that you are more worried about campaigning to keep your job as president then the poorU.S.economy and the Americans its effecting.  So stop pointing fingers at everybody else and realize that you have three fingers pointing at you! </p>
<p>You continued thusly to keep the socialist agenda alive by saying this jobs bill is to keep everything fair to all Americans-excuse me!  This country was not built on “fair” (code word for entitled) this country was built on men and women getting off their butts and working hard and sacrificing many comforts to obtain their American Dream!  It does not say anything about being “fair” in the U.S. Constitution! Along with this is the notion that millionaires and billionaires need to “pay their fair share”.  Do you even realize who you are talking about?  The small businesses you say you want to help-duh!  How is that even helping?  You dump more taxes on small businesses which will in turn create fewer jobs because many will be closing by the weight of taxes and regulations. More taxes are a job killer-DUH!</p>
<p>Finally, your speech was just a repeat of the 2009 stimulus bill with a few words added and subtracted.  This country does not need more stimulus money or higher taxes or for that matter short term fixes.  What this country needs is a long term plan that will reduce the deficit, the size of the federal government, cut entitlements, go to a flat tax, cut the corporate tax (highest in the world), put Americans back to work, and stop spending money on short term fixes just to get re-elected to the White House.  Plus, no more political grandstanding as I saw last night during your speech-enough already! Time to get to work and that does not mean for photo ops!!</p>
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		<title>Who for President?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 23:08:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As I watched the GOP Presidential Debate on Fox last night-I was not impressed by anybody including Romney.  This was a waste if time with lame answers and constant bickering between Bachman and Pawlenty-but there was one surprise and that was Gingrich.  Gingrich was quick and to the point with strength and conviction, but it [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.stumpreport.com/120811-who-for-president"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-3508" src="http://www.stumpreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/white-house-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>As I watched the GOP Presidential Debate on Fox last night-I was not impressed by anybody including Romney.  This was a waste if time with lame answers and constant bickering between Bachman and Pawlenty-but there was one surprise and that was Gingrich.  Gingrich was quick and to the point with strength and conviction, but it is too late for him-DOA!  So who should run on the 2012 Presidential ticket to represent the conservatives and who could kick Obama’s butt back toChicago; oh wait a minute how about backHawaii-that should be far enough!  It is not Rick Perry fromTexaswho has dabbled in meetings connected to the United Nations Agenda 21. </p>
<p>This person has been the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security, Assistant Secretary for International Organization Affairs, Senior V. P. of AEI, Attorney for Lerner, Reed, Bolton, and McManus, Assistant Attorney General; Department of Justice, Attorney with Covington and Burling, and Assistant Administrator for Program and Policy Coordination, General Counsel, and U. S. Agency for International Development.  Plus, this persons’ education includes a J.D. fromYaleUniversityLawSchool, and a B. A. fromYaleUniversity.  The person I am talking about is John R. Bolton. </p>
<p>The progressive left hate John R. Bolton and many countries likeNorth Koreado not like to deal with him because he is straight and to the point and does not back down-he does not like to bend over and take it from behind!  He also does not like the United Nations or Obama for their plans to create a One World Government, plus he would not sign theUnited Statesto be part of the International Criminal Court (Rome Statute) that would subject theUnited Statesto U.N. law and discipline and circumvent the U.S. Constitution and theU.S.court system.   Along with this, in 2001 at a U.N. Conference on Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons, he made it clear that anything that interfered with any Americans “right to keep and bear arms” as guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the U. S. Constitution; which this did, the United States wanted no part of it. </p>
<p>John R. Bolton has been accused of being rude and down right nasty to those who defy him and are negotiating with him.  Some countries have refused to deal with him when he was the Ambassador to the United Nations like North Korea; I guess they could not stand up to his being blunt and to the point-the North Koreans have “thin skins” I guess after all.  There is not a thing wrong with coming into any negotiation tough and being to the point-it eliminates most of the political dancing that so many politicians like to do which wastes valuable time and money of all taxpayers!</p>
<p>John R. Bolton believes in American exceptionalism and is not ashamed to say that to anybody including those who hate us including our own President or his puppeteer George Soros.  We are the “shining city on the hill” as Ronald Reagan said and many people from different countries agree with that and do everything they can to come here to be a part of that.  There is nothing wrong with believing in Americans and how great they can be!  If that is a crime, arrest me now!</p>
<p>John R. Bolton is human like everybody else and that means he not perfect, but he strongly believes in the U.S. Constitution and upholds it every chance he gets.  He will not bend to the will of any one nation nor will he bend to the will of the United Nations.  He will fight for the freedom of all Americans and make sure to punish anybody who messes with this great country of ours!  He is not afraid to take onIran,Syria,Cuba,Mexicoor any country that threatens our national security!  Some people think he to quick to jump into a fight, but it is better then what our president is doing now-NEGLIGENT, INCOMPETENT, SOCIALIST AGENDA, WEAK, ANTI-AMERICAN, MUSLIM, AND NO USE FOR THE U.S. CONSTITUTION!  He will also make sure to have people in positions that know what they are doing and will be able to put this country back on track financially and put Americans back to work!  It is time for John R. Bolton to run for President of theUnited Statesin 2012!</p>
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