It's the PEOPLE, Stupid!

I love to make fun of gun control people.   I think it's because I used to be one.  That was until one day, I realized that blaming guns for anyone's death or murder is like blaming an automobile instead of the driver in a car crash at 90 mph.  Don't blame GUNS for the insane things PEOPLE do.

The latest example of the straw-man argument for gun control is Mayor John Daley.  (Press HERE for the 46 second video).

Mayor Daley, the victims at Fort Hood deserved more than your attempts to utilize their fate to play political games.  This is anything but an everyday gun crime.  Don't try to minimize the first terrorist attack on American soil since 9/11 by bringing your political views on gun control into this.

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Congressman Breaks 4 Promises in First Hour

All I can say is, "Wow!"  This has to be considered a new record (or a new low) even for a politician.  Newly elected Congressman Bill Owens waited less than an hour to break four, count 'em, four of his campaign promises.  It's so nice to know someone can spend months campaigning, looking into the camera, and telling citizens their stances and positions... only for us to discover they are more movable than dirt when the wind blows.  Should this even surprise me anymore?

The story can be found by click HERE.

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It's Called Punishment For A Reason

"At 678, California has the nation's largest death row population, yet the state has not executed anyone in four years."  That sentence alone helps to explain why California faces the massive deficit that it has.  Why is the state refusing to punish people that have been found guilty of heinous crimes by a jury and sentenced by a judge?  Some inmates have even been on death row since the 1970's!  Hey, Governor Awnold!  You would have less crowded prisons if you would just rid the system of the 678 pieces of waste you have there now.

Stop with the stalling.  Fix the appeals process.  Put a timetable on all of it.  If a man/woman is unable to prove his/her innocence within 10 years of conviction/sentencing, why should we continue to pay millions for his/her food, care, and well-being?

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Sleeping Outside For The Homeless

I love discussing politics, crime, punishment, and self-defense.  However, my mom often reminds me that there are good stories to be shared with my audience and that I shouldn't always focus on the negative people in our society.

So mom, I think this would make you proud.  Enjoy!

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Attention NFL - Do NOT Listen to the Good Ole "Rev"

When the Rev. Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson give their two cents to an issue, my first instinct is to join the opposition.  Rush Limbaugh is making a bid to become a minority owner in my hometown team, the St. Louis Rams.  Click here for the story.

Jackson said in a telephone interview that Limbaugh had made his wealth "appealing to the fears of whites" with an unending line of insults against blacks and other minorities.  "The National Football League has set high standards for racial justice and inclusion," Jackson said. "He should not have the privilege of owning an NFL franchise -- and it is a privilege."

Pride or Prejudiced?

The article's title was simple enough.  It reads, "2009 Black Expo Draws Big Crowd."  In two paragraphs (and five sentences total), the writer summarized the purpose of the three day event.  Unfortunately, it's not the article that gave me reason to pause, but rather comments by readers below the story.

Genocide in Chicago

If you care for your sons (or yourself), this is no place for you or your family to live. Crime is everywhere, but the savages are running wild there and it MAKES NO SENSE! Young, black males are dying being slaughtered like cattle at a disturbingly high rate. That's called genocide in most countries. It's "just another day in the hood" in our urban areas.

Teacher, do you believe in me?

Remember the name, Dalton Sherman. At 11 years old, he was the KEYNOTE SPEAKER for the teachers in the Dallas school district as a part of their back to school meetings. He's doing what is considered the biggest fear for many adults... at age 11... in front of 17K+ people!!!

In short, he reminds teachers (and really every parent, adult, etc.), that children are able to succeed in life... with their help. We know that some of the kids can be frustrating to deal with.  We understand that you put in a LOT of hours, deal with a load of crap, and don't always get the credit you deserve. But don't give up. Don't stop believing in your kids. After all, teachers spend more time with them during the week than their own parents get to!

The story behind Dalton involves a teacher not giving up on him (at the old age of nine years old). Dalton LOVED to talk. He was very disruptive and talkative in class. Instead of giving up on him... his teacher suggested he get involved in his community by giving little talks and speeches. She even made it a part of his homework. This is just one example of what NOT giving up can do for your kids!

Feel free to click the share button above to share with teachers (or other parents). Enjoy!

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Kanye needs to disappear

This won't go down as one of my best notes and I don't care. I'm sharing my frustration and anger with you over the artist formally known as Kanye West. For the purposes of my story (and possibly my life), he will be referred as IGNORANT and or ARROGANT JERK (they are interchangeable).

The Messiah's Propaganda Speech to School Children

In case you haven't heard, President Obama gave a controversial speech today.

Don't bother reading it... the edited version from his socialized propaganda speech are:

Responsibility - "But at the end of the day, we can have the most dedicated teachers, the most supportive parents, and the best schools in the world and none of it will matter unless all of you fulfill your responsibilities. Unless you show up to those schools; pay attention to those teachers; listen to your parents, grandparents and other adults; and put in the hard work it takes to succeed."

Importance of education - "And no matter what you want to do with your life — I guarantee that you'll need an education to do it. You want to be a doctor, or a teacher, or a police officer? You want to be a nurse or an architect, a lawyer or a member of our military? You're going to need a good education for every single one of those careers. You can't drop out of school and just drop into a good job. You've got to work for it and train for it and learn for it."