I’m Just Sayin’ … .

This Took My Breath Away

As I read a small paragraph in a rather predictable political story [albeit incredibly important beyond it’s simply political implications] … ‘Oh My’ was what I quietly whispered to myself. Actually, about 3 times. It felt like a physical blow.

The Headline is:

Any interference in Russia probe is something public has ‘right to know about’: GOP lawmaker

 

The Link to the story is:   https://www.foxnews.com/politics/mueller-russia-investigation-political-interference-barr-declassify-steube

Or copy and paste: www.foxnews.com/politics/mueller-russia-investigation-political-interference-barr-declassify-steube

Finally, the paragraph itself:

"I think that every American would initially have some grave concerns of a court that is operating completely in secret," Steube claimed. "Given all the information and facts, if the information that was represented to the FISA court — if they knew this was campaign fodder or promulgated and still decided to issue a warrant, that would bring a lot of things to questions."

For two years …. we [I] people –  following the unbelievable power struggle over control of this country – had some limits to how upside things had become in the last decade. Even so, we learned that some very high ranking and powerful people had their ‘thumbs on the scale’.

We now know there were unimaginable improprieties and unlawful – unscrupulous, deceitful, behavior – from powerful leaders in (Leading!) Government entities {FBI, CIA, DOJ, MORE}. National Institutions we all hoped and prayed [and believed!] were fair and balanced – without political bend.

Today we know there was indeed, more than thumbs on scales as the most powerful agencies in the world were weaponized to do the political bidding of one party over another.

Further, we know there was a coup de tat (attempt); without doubt.

In this coup, we learned about FISA courts; and most of us – right up until very, very recently – believed those rogue government [Leaders] officials had hoodwinked, fooled, misrepresented evidence (to FISA judge(s)  which they produced in support of warrants to spy on political candidates and their teams.

That is all disgusting, despicable, behavior. Leaders of our FBI swearing before those judges facts that weren’t facts.

AT least that’s what we [so many] believed; and, wanted to believe. No one ever once, at least publically, suggested that the FISA court judges themselves were a party to the behavior – with a sort of wink and nod … which then, it follows, these secret courts became a defacto ‘ partner(s) in the coup attempt’.

I know very little about FISA courts and judges; I don’t know who appoints judges or who has oversight of them, …  how long their terms are, or who is fundamentally in charge … however, as noted in the paragraph – they ARE Secret! SECRET COURTS. And, if they were weaponized, politicalized … we have a major issue to examine in the light of day … and fix. I seek no criminal action, and yet, I can’t bring myself to suggest those responsible not be held accountable. I agree with President Trump on this one – it sure seems treasonous.

THIS IS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA! IF THESE THINGS CAN HAPPEN – WE NO LONGER ARE A GREAT COUNTRY – NEITHER UNITED, NOR UNDER GOD. \

God Blessed America. God also blessed other nations and peoples throughout scripture; some also suffered greatly when they turned away.

I’m just sayin’ … .

An Iowa man died over the weekend after police say he was fatally injured while saving the life of his 5-year-old daughter who had been mauled by a dog.

This makes me so sad … and frustrated, and angry. My heart is heavy and I pray comfort and blessings upon those who lived … and my God welcome and hold close – the man – the father and husband … that was killed.

I have written many times of the subject of killer dogs … literal deadly weapons when raised by so many people for so many wrong reasons. Personally, I believe the breeds in question – ought to be illegal. This is one kind of animal that man made common – that we can do without!

Killers* they are … born and bred to be.

*Not every single one, not all; I understand, and know for sure – there are exceptions!

Never the less, the breeds are prone … pre-determined genetically – to behave in very dangerous, very inhumane ways – particularly with an ‘eye’ toward small dogs, children, and even big strong adults when such situation presents.

A man [or woman] without a gun or weapon – and the determination to use it – will be killed if such a dog attacks. No doubt.

The breed(s) need to be outlawed.

Period.

I’m just sayin’ … .

The story today that prompted my remarks?

https://fxn.ws/2WEBeuM

Sometimes, even the most capable person, or group of persons, struggles to see obvious flaws in their plans or strategies – bright and able people are overcome by costs and bottom lines; good, smart folks are forces to make hard choices – and, one result steers them to save a penny – without understanding the larger risk – which is so, so, much more.

I am an amateur with some good experiences that followed bad experiences. Who among us has not lost some data at one time or another … letters, emails, images …phonebook data …?

I learned, if it’s important information …BACK IT UP!

Millions of businesses, government enterprises, corporations … and even simple guys like me … do it; and do it often. Even small enterprises – whom do ‘business’ with the NYS Government .. like OMH and their accredited enterprises – even small ones – they were backing up – EVERY DAY – at the end of each day … ALL FILES and DATA … and, you know what – that was in 1987! FULL DAILY BACKUPS. [This writer is retired].

So, I can’t imagine what kind of training these government officials have, or are required to have, … but to back up your data is basic Survival 101.

Why aren’t the Cities files simply backed up? It’s a one click task! Today there are seamless back up services – and there is a wide range of options … each enabling the person or entity to fully restore their data. Fully Restore.

Haven’t they heard of heard of ‘Carbonite’? … and many similar options; doubly fast and easy today with Cloud Computing and Storage.

Oh, one more thing – the perpetrators, the lowly, thieving, unscrupulous persons responsible? For sure, they are the bad guys here – no doubt; we need law to catch up and provide genuine consequences for these corrupt enterprises but, gee, …I can’t help asking myself aloud … all those smart people in that local government and its municipalities … and not one thought MAYBE we ought to spend a penny to save ALL THE DATA OF THE CITY ….?

This is the take away here: Systems are going to be hacked – we are all at risk; if anyone – or any entity – gets ‘targeted’ – little will keep a sophisticated hacker out … so the answer is to have the data backed up.

So, back it up!

I’m Just Sayin’ … .

Here is the Baltimore Story that prompted my thoughts:

Cybersecurity experts say Baltimore is playing with fire as a deadline to pay thousands of dollars in ransom to hackers holding several of the city’s servers hostage has come and gone.  https://fxn.ws/2HJtJJD

I am a Kennedy, King, Kennedy Democrat; a breed like no other … which is not the Democratic Party of Today!                                                 

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I am not an experienced political person. A decade ago, I did not understand the basic differences between the Democratic and Republican perspectives and ideologies beyond the intellectual concepts I’d absorbed as a child [nothing as a teen or young adult]. I knew what I learned as a kid growing up in NYC: Democrats were for the poor; that always seemed pretty good to me, and I believed it…so, many years later when I registered to vote … I proudly registered as a Democrat.

I honestly do not remember who I voted for the first time or why; and, I never paused long enough to think about it. I liked people for who they were, their values, their personalities – I chose by what I felt in my heart after making personal observations… not Left or Right … Conservative, Liberal, or Moderate [what’s that in 2018?].

40 years later, I have paused to take a closer look:  Why was/ am I a registered Democrat and why have I stayed that way my entire adult life?

A recent documentary – Bobby Kennedy for President – quickly reminded me why I chose Democrat: I am a Kennedy, King, Kennedy Democrat; a breed like no other!

My choice of Party was sealed in those years of the 1960’s – Alabama, Mississippi, Civil Rights, … Segregation, Racism, Vietnam,  … these were the definitive issues of the times [and Woodstock; when I make a ‘V’ with my fingers – it is NOT for ‘Victory’…it is a Peace sign].

I remember, so personally, so vividly – all of it… the rioting in the streets, the school buses being turned over – Police, National Guard, in full riot gear as we [as a Generation] stood fast – both for Civil Rights and to end the Vietnam war.

Suddenly, it seemed, one after the other – shots rang out – Kennedy, King, and Kennedy … all ripped from the arms of this Nation. These events shaped many of us – even galvanized us – and then, – as we mourned – the party abandoned us.

So, I never really was ‘a Democrat’ by today’s terms; no, I was a Kennedy and King Democrat.

Unlike today where we have what we have – Clintons, Trump, Bush’s/ CNN and Fox News. Sheesh.

I began this note after reflecting on a hope and prayer regarding the new Trump Administration- that we might see the same kind of demand for growth in the human condition in today’s America – the America of our Founding Fathers – the America of Kennedy, King … . I remember praying that President Trump meant what he said about fixing *’that’ problem.

*’that’ problem being the loss of too many generations of African American families; that problem being our cities that are slums and poverty ridden – which has become [by our own hand] generational. WE, as a Nation, need to fix it; forget this blaming the victim – there is enough blame to go around. I’d hoped [I prayed] God might use our current President – President Trump to begin the necessary work.

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To finish this up: Much later in life, I recognize that the powers that be are providing me [and the country] with essentially just two choices – ‘Conservative’ or ‘Liberal’ .. ‘Moderate’ or ‘Progressive’ …’Left’ or ‘Right’.

I need to warn the reader here – I am prejudiced in this opinion~

You see, I believe in the Divinity in the founding of this Nation. Under God. And by ‘God’, I mean God of the Old and New Testament. The God of Abraham – the very one the Muslims, Jews, and Christians pray to… .

So, when one side seems to want to erase that God from this country and from the minds of our citizens, when one (or a government) wants to encourage the taking of lives from mother’s wombs, when one says: youth, sexuality, power and dollars are the most important parts of this mortal life, when they ‘set up’ [to fall] good cultures and our collective American society – when those dark powers that be plan and work to break down the very basic and precious fabric of society – The Family …that is where I get/got off the bus.

In my heart, I have only one choice. And, the sad part is that there are so many good and right things about the Democratic Party that I knew… but those values, that core … no longer exists. Crazy people got into positions of power across the country [over a few decades] and high-jacked that Party and the hearts of so many good people.

Yup, I am a Kennedy, King, and Kennedy Democrat – a breed that seems extinct [or hibernating] -which is NOT the Democratic Party today – so I am no longer, really, a member of that party; for me, that great party died with those great men.

I’m just sayin’ … .

Coming Soon – Why my vote for President Trump will help me get back my country – even if President Trump’s agenda has its own pitfalls and centers close [also] towards ‘self’ and a desire for wealth and power.

I bid you all, even around the world in all its wonderful varieties – a peaceful day of Thanksgiving.

Jerry

Editor, I’m Just Sayin’ … .

This is just one example of how ‘institutions’ [governments, schools, universities …] have become overrun [ensconced] by people with liberal agenda’s and by liberal (in this piece) – I mean anti religion …i.e. people – this university’s powers that be – [New Jersey’s Rider University] –  who reject other peoples’ positions which are a fruit of their religion… of their faith in God… be that religion Christian, Muslim, or Jewish… or some combination thereof… they seem to reject religious beliefs as irrelevant, and/or moot. Not so say many millions of faith based people – more and more as time passes. I am one.

The ‘values’ of the powers that be behind Chick-Fil-A [those I am aware of] are simply ‘Christian Values’ – and what right does any ‘university’ have to poo poo them ... None.

I enjoyed the comments from students the reporter offered in the short video clip:

Why ask the students for input if you already have an agenda and a plan that negates their suggestion(s)? [paraphrased]

I’m Just Sayin’ … .

Here is a link to the short piece that prompted this post http://insider.foxnews.com/2018/11/21/rider-university-refuses-bring-chick-fil-campus-over-fast-food-chicken-chains-corporate?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share-buttons&utm_medium=email

Hollywood is Now Selling Homosexuality – with even more determination than with

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Premarital Sex (in the 20th Century).

Scroll Down a few days for Part I

Part II    Star Trek, and the Next, Next Generation

Star Trek, and The Next, Next Generation

One of my favorite shows of all time is Star Trek! I am not bashful to declare it 🙂  It never failed to entertain me – from the first original series through the classic movies, the spinoffs, the evolutions of crew and ‘Enterprise’ …the new worlds … I enjoyed it all! Still do.

And, recently, after many years of enjoying satisfying, multiple successors and acclaimed spinoff’s –  came not one but two new promising shows  – Star Trek Discovery and The Orville (a star trek type series).

Both seemed sure to be fantastic new series successes; fans were in their glory; I was one of them – the work was exceptional.

I watched each of these new shows [Star Trek Discovery and The Orville] begin their first seasons – with delight and anticipation; … and, I have to admit – with some criticism, here and there, and allowing for the newness of actors and storylines – I liked them both.

So here it was … – a new Star Trek. How cool was/is that! And, it seemed they could pull it off (at least, I thought so, as a fan; I thought each had the capacity to be outstanding).

And then the shoe dropped – I became aware of the numerous, and growing, number sexual threads – very prominent homosexual threads – everywhere in both storylines and episodes – in both series’.

Understand please, this writer, I, am not ‘homophobic’ [I declare clearly my love for the human individuals caught up in this agenda of very hateful influences]; and quickly these sexual threads in the TV shows turned hardcore [from nuance … to ugly] – superfluous homosexual sexual situations and relationships that just did not belong in the narrative, in my opinion.

And it came to me … a quiet, non physical, understanding – clear as a bell – as if someone whispered in my ear … They Were SELLING it!

Allow me to digress here for just a moment to point to the power and influence of the powers that be – which I speak of here … I offer a simple example; a true circumstance most can relate to one way or another:

Cigarettes/Whisky – Vile stuff both of them – most would agree – particularly upon first use (and I used both early in life) and, believe me – I invite you to think for yourself – these things are fully against human nature – that is, to use them.

Imagine … to light materials on fire and inhale the smoke! Such a thing is foreign to us. Humans learn to smoke (and drink alcohol) – even against their physical instincts.

Hollywood and Madison Avenue can sell ANYTHING! No different for whisky …  no one really ‘likes’ whisky … … but, we – as vulnerable humans that we are, we can be influenced to do … the most unnatural things!

Few, even yet, understand the amazing power that media yields (I have written on the subject) – and now [more and more each day] ‘targeted media’ paired with today’s ‘connected technologies phenomena‘ – Smart Phones, GPS Tracking, Wireless Internet, ‘Social Media’ – they are changing the way people see the world. It is a deep understatement to say that today’s media is 20th Century Radio and TV … times a thousand+!

Believe me or not – these tools combined truly are ‘programming’ the way our youth (and many adults) see the world; it is poisoning the thinking of uncounted, innocent, souls – changing the outcomes of LIVES of entire generations.

Yes, today it is LBGT and Hollywood selling homosexuality the very same way as they [‘Hollywood & Madison Avenue’] did Tobacco, Alcohol, and Pre-Marital Sex*.  They have had it seem like it is the new popular norm and those powers that be are working to establish these lies in the minds of these new generations.

*and Drugs.

“Everyone is doing it” is what is projected to their sensitive and influential minds… [so they make it appear that ‘everyone is doing it’] and folks think … so it must be ok. Heck, it must be fun … look at it … it is EVERYWHERE… EVERYONE is doing it.

I tell you … homosexuality … influential powers that be – are selling it!

And I declare: we must declare … ‘no’, … ‘No, it is not everywhere, … and it is not normal. It only seems so because Hollywood is selling it.

I will close this awfully long diatribe … they, who are driving that Agenda, ruined Star Trek Discovery and The Orville, at least for me.

And, it’s too bad.

Too bad for America – too bad the Next Generation; and, the Next, Next, Generation.

I’m just sayin’ … .

This was to be Part II, of III; but I decided to work the final part into a piece that will stand on its own with this as a reference. It has to do with the strengths, rewards … i.e. blessings – that stem from the natural family unit – which has almost been obliterated by the power of those how have controlled the ‘media’ – over generations. The media as a tool has been used very astutely by these dark powers that be – who have paired their efforts with other coordinated, political movements and attacks on the character of this country – across generations.

Thanks for stopping by,

jl

Thanks For Stopping by …

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Teach a man to fish and he feeds himself [and others] for life.

*NOT a McDonald's advertisement! 

Hollywood is now Selling Homosexuality – with even more determination than with Alcohol, Tobacco, and Premarital Sex (in the 20th Century) Part I

I declare that this written composition is not about individuals, any single person, or set of people.

People, … all people, deserve to be treated with dignity, human respect, kindness, and not to have others sitting in judgment of them because of who they are or want to be in their hearts and lives.

My discontents – which are clear in many posts – are with the misguided agendas of some people, some groups … small cabal’s of power which do not care for, respect, or love people – any people. Their entire aim – their entire world – everything they do – is to further their agenda. (Editor, I’m Just Sayin’ … .)

Re: The Politique of ‘Gay Rights’ (LGBT) Agendas / Homosexuality is being advertised, sold, in very, very, powerful ways to all of us.

Introduction:

 

In my attempt to address and clarify some points in this compositional post, I felt it important, by way of this introduction, to offer a look back with hindsight and review changes ushered in with the passage of some historic [good] Anti-Discrimination laws in our country.

 

In this piece, it is my position to suggest these powerful laws and regulations came to be ‘hijacked’ or misused or misappropriated [or even designed with influence of] by people with very powerful activist agendas in the late 20th century. Well funded, very powerful, coordinated movements of persons with preconceived notions- whose aim was, and is, to sell to – even push upon – the entire country (and, later, the world)their own ideas, desires, and ideals – regardless of our own ideas, desires, and ideals.

 

Those new laws (new at that time) in our recent history regarding ‘discrimination’

~ which were enforced with a huge governmental hammer ~

over time, instituted huge, sweeping, changes in America.

In the time span of a decade or two, everywhere and anywhere in local, state, and federal governments, and in all public and private organizations and institutions,[all of] these entities were ‘stormed’ by gay and lesbian men and women – applications in one hand and the discrimination laws with the governments enforcement hammers in the other.

In unimaginable numbers, and with unimaginable success, gay men and women applied for positions of authority … positions of influential power – sometimes directly influential, sometimes by associations … so that, in a short time – in most every seat of power – every neighborhood, every village, every town, city, county, state … every school, college, and university across the country – people of a particular bend – with an unyielding agenda were in place – nationwide … directly, deliberately, and boldly influencing policy which effected, even affected, most every person in the country.

And, they did a darn good job.

I’m just sayin’ … .

This post [“Hollywood is now Selling Homosexuality – with even more determination than with Alcohol, Tobacco, and Premarital Sex (in the 20th Century) ] is not written to ‘stand alone’ – it is only Part 1 of a series of 2

This is not about Left and Right – Democrat and Republican … The President of The United States of America … (through his Press Secretary) is thinking reasonably when he declares there must be decorum in the White House. The behavior of the reporter was deplorable; especially when framed in the fact that he was addressing The President. It is not appropriate to behave as he did; like it or not, Donald Trump is the POTUS – and that [in my own opinion] demands a certain amount of respect (even if it is only because of the office title. Note that the judge was critical of the fact that there was no ‘due process’ … and the White House is going to remedy that by providing clear process … and then, if a newsperson behaves as Mr. Acosta did – due process will begin … and the pass will be pulled.

I’m Just Sayin’ … .

Here’s a link to the story that prompted this piece… https://fxn.ws/2DI5coE

Incidentally, it was a Trump-appointed judge – U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Kelly who ruled in favor of CNN’s Jim Acosta on Friday, allowing Mr. Acosta to temporarily regain access to his White house press credential; there will be additional rulings as the case progresses through the court system.

 

<![if !vml]> I wish I could say ‘I don’t understand’ … but, regrettably, I do understand. This technology, this ability, this truck … is ready TODAY for you and me and anyone else … but the powers that be – in reprehensible greed – have made deals that will keep our cars and trucks burning petroleum [GAS! from OIL!] or from batteries that are not ecologically sound when one looks at the data of production, disposal …

THIS Truck – Instead of a battery pack, the Silverado is equipped with three tanks of hydrogen for a Hydrotec-branded fuel cell that generates electricity and provides stealthy, but powerful performance over a 400-mile range. Along with its quiet operation, the powertrain has a lower heat signature than an internal combustion engine [that] would create and produces drinkable water as its only emission.

That fact, is as frustrating as it is fantastic. Shame on those who keep technology from us to enrich themselves with currency and power.

I’m just sayin’ … .

Here’s the link to the piece that prompted this post: https://fxn.ws/2Fa1Egv

 

Local Elections in these United States – November 2018

It’s hard to believe I wasn’t even aware of the differences from right to left – left to right – only  a decade ago. I just wasn’t interested – and didn’t feel my vote really mattered.

Today, I define myself as a true conservative democrat – of the democratic party of the 1950’s and 60’s … I am a Kennedy, King, and Kennedy Democrat – and in the 21st Century – generally that means I vote Republican.

Here is why I am writing this today: I [and, I have learned, many other people around the country] – have genuine desires and reasons to vote for local legislators – house and senate – who happen to be Democrats.

In my case, the democrat is the better person to represent this little local constituency – he’s just the better person for the job… however, what the democrats did to Justice Kavanaugh – I will never, ever, forget; and, I can not – in any stretch of conscience – allow that party to have the power to do that, and more, again. No.

Not even if it means my cable bill will keep going up – or we won’t get the local hospital built – or the local bridge fixed … it doesn’t matter; and, truly, my heart goes out to the man who has earned the spot (in my eyes).

No. I won’t stand for it even if I have to re-elect someone I don’t support; and yes, it will hurt upstate NY – but, what the democratic senators did can not go unanswered at the ballets – nor will I give the House an opportunity to follow suit with a vote on that side of the aisle of any kind.

I can’t; I won’t.

I’m just sayin’ … .  [and so are millions of others]

‘E’ Cigarettes, Vape Devices – Are As Bad As Tobacco Cigarettes and Cigars.

I am surprised to learn some of the facts regarding this ‘new’ form of ‘smoking’. It bellied its way to the marketplace door as a tool, a ‘healthy’ alternative, to assist adults in quitting smoking regular cigarettes.

Boy, lobbyist’s earned their millions that year when the powers that be let them into the marketplace of America [people/politicians, law makers – MUST have been paid (bribed!) (bought!)].

Vaping Is EVEN MORE DEBILITATING, AND MORE DANGEROUS, than Tobacco Cigarettes!

I almost fell out of my chair when I learned 1 (one) single ‘pull’ or inhale or puff … from “JUUL” [a popular e cigarette device w teens] … 1 puff = the same amount in a PACK of tobacco cigarettes!

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If you are young, and reading this – please, please, know that kids in the 1930’s, 40’s, 50’s thought cigarettes were ok too… they’re not … smoking is one of the most unnatural acts I can think of … think about it… sucking SMOKE IN to your lungs… . Just don’t do it.

Understand, for sure, that withdrawal from these levels of nicotine are going to be incredibly severe and harder even than cigarettes to give up … and they – be it smoking or vaping – will make your old age miserable!

 

Believe me, if you are going to get older, and then ‘be old’ (and I hope you make it) … you don’t want to be in bad health… and that is the promised outcome. For sure.

Don’t smoke cigarettes … don’t vape JUUL or any kind of e cigarette … they are NOT safe – and will ruin the quality of life of millions and millions of good men and women in their later years … don’t be one of them.

I’m just sayin’ … .

Why Not Change The World? (or, at least, the south American continent… .)

I understand it sounds naive, but if only some leaders would emerge in the countries where all these strong, young, determined men and women are fleeing from (south American countries)… and unite them – they, and hundreds of thousands more, can build their own half of the American Continent! [North and South …]

Why not build South America into a country as strong and inviting as North America?

I watch this caravan in the news and can’t help wondering ….

Why doesn’t the US work to nudge such notions along … support efforts to lead all these people to build another (their own) great country?

 

Just a thought …

 

I’m Just Sayin’ … .

 

This is an older archived post from Aug 2018 – edited.

“T-shirts saying ‘stand for the flag, kneel for the cross’ draw protest at school.”

As I read the headlines and listen to the news, I believe a point that, more and more, needs to be echoed is this:

This is a Christian Nation, founded on Judeo Christian Ideals and Biblical Principles and Laws. It was founded as such a nation [under God] and such is so declared in laws, and spirit of the laws. We are a Nation Under God. WE [The People – The Judeo Christian People] opened our hearts to all creeds and religions out of our Love [as a Christian and Jewish People] and a history of our own religious persecution. [I’ll be money they are not teaching THAT in grade schools].

No one ever imagined that one day we might need to defend that same notion against a growing group that wants to change our Nation, our History, and our Future. We just didn’t think it could happen in our wildest nightmares. It is happening though … and this is [I’m Just Sayin’ … .] my own small way of trying to share little pieces of truth I know …

I can only pray that the loud blasting horns of the Anti God Lobby – [trumpeted on the some large media sites, news shows, tv shows] are just AMPLIFYING the voices of a few … in an attempt to have them sound like many.

I won’t go on a rant as to how some leaders have practically partnered with dangerous groups and powers that be – whom are bent on stealing our country right from under God, the flag, and its people. God fearing, hard working, law respecting, abiding, people who are loving, compassionate, Americans.

Harsh words, but my contentions are true. It is to troubling to me, that my belief in God – and declaring the real origins of this great country makes –me a out to be a ‘nut’ in the eyes of too many people; and wise in the eyes of not enough people.

I’m just sayin’ … .

Here is the story that prompted my thoughts: You would be hard-pressed to find anybody in Dodge County, Georgia who does not stand for the national anthem or take a knee to pray. That’s just how it is. https://fxn.ws/2BkN3ga