Saturday, June 30, 2012

Justice Dept. Refuses to Prosecute Holder for Contempt of Congress | Vision to America

Justice Dept. Refuses to Prosecute Holder for Contempt of Congress | Vision to America: "The Justice Department moved Friday to shield Attorney General Eric Holder from prosecution after the House voted to hold him in contempt of Congress."

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Thursday, June 28, 2012

17 Dems join House GOP handing Holder contempt | Times 247

17 Dems join House GOP handing Holder contempt | Times 247: "The House of Representatives voted to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress."

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The Court Rules: Obamacare is the Largest Tax Increase in the History of the World - The Rush Limbaugh Show

The Court Rules: Obamacare is the Largest Tax Increase in the History of the World - The Rush Limbaugh Show: "RUSH:  Hey, folks, have you seen the economic news today?  Have you heard about the unemployment numbers today?  (laughing)  Gross domestic product, have you heard about any of that?"

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Supreme Court Rules ObamaCare Lives! Roberts Joins Liberal Left! | Vision to America

Supreme Court Rules ObamaCare Lives! Roberts Joins Liberal Left! | Vision to America: "Supreme Court Says Mandate Is Constitutional as a Tax.

The Medicaid Provision is upheld but is limited.

Justice John Roberts joins the Liberal left on the Supreme Court to uphold the law.

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Virginia Democrats Say Voter Fraud Acceptable–and Blame Cain, AFP | Conservative Byte

Virginia Democrats Say Voter Fraud Acceptable–and Blame Cain, AFP | Conservative Byte: "During the first stop of the Americans For Prosperity (AFP) “Real Facts, Real Solutions” bus tour in Virginia, a small group of protestors–organized by the Democratic Party of Virginia–held signs accusing AFP of voter fraud. When asked to comment, they said nothing, then, stated clearly that a certain amount of voter fraud is acceptable."

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The Liberal War on the Poor - Douglas MacKinnon - Page 1

The Liberal War on the Poor - Douglas MacKinnon - Page 1: "By their own admission, the vast majority of the mainstream media is not only liberal, but often purposely (and unethically) carries water for liberal politicians. Politicians who in reality, almost never have the welfare of the poor in mind."

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Supreme Court Sets Stage for Immigration Reform - Michael Barone - Page 1

Supreme Court Sets Stage for Immigration Reform - Michael Barone - Page 1: "The Supreme Court's decision announced Monday in the Arizona v. United States case opens the way for sensible reform of our immigration laws."

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The Biggest Scandal In U.S. History - Ann Coulter - Page 1

The Biggest Scandal In U.S. History - Ann Coulter - Page 1: "Forget executive privilege, contempt of Congress, "fast and furious," how many documents the government has produced and who said what to whom on which date."

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Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Why Your Grocery Bill May Be Going Up - James Hyerczyk - Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary - Page 1

Why Your Grocery Bill May Be Going Up - James Hyerczyk - Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary - Page 1: "Hot, dry weather in key growing areas in the Midwest has triggered a price surge in Soybeans, Corn and Wheat futures over the past two weeks, threatening the size of the crop in agricultural markets already facing tight supply situations."

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Too Much College - Walter E. Williams - Page 1

Too Much College - Walter E. Williams - Page 1: "In President Barack Obama's 2012 State of the Union address, he said that "higher education can't be a luxury. It is an economic imperative that every family in America should be able to afford." Such talk makes for political points, but there's no evidence that a college education is an economic imperative"

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Politico Warns Chief Justice Roberts | Conservative Byte

Politico Warns Chief Justice Roberts | Conservative Byte: "The Politico has a story today warning John Roberts: “You can be lionized and be the biggest hero in this town, or we can make your life miserable."

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$40 Million to Create 3 “Green” Jobs | Vision to America

$40 Million to Create 3 “Green” Jobs | Vision to America: "If a green energy company is given $40 million by the government to create jobs, and a total of three jobs are created, 2008 to the present, what should the government do about this?"

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The Regime Refuses to Enforce the Border and Tells the State of Arizona to Go to Hell - The Rush Limbaugh Show

The Regime Refuses to Enforce the Border and Tells the State of Arizona to Go to Hell - The Rush Limbaugh Show: "RUSH: I said yesterday on this program that the Obama regime told Arizona to drop dead. Last night on Fox News on the Greta Van Susteren show, the governor of Arizona, Jan Brewer -- we admire Jan Brewer here -- went on Fox News and she said, "The Obama administration told Arizona to drop dead," and that is exactly what's happened. This is unbelievable."

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Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Some Worried Over Army Tank Training in St. Louis on Residential Roads and Highways | Video | TheBlaze.com

Some Worried Over Army Tank Training in St. Louis on Residential Roads and Highways | Video | TheBlaze.com: "Late last week and through the weekend, citizens of St. Louis, Mo., were told not to be alarmed should they see military tanks roll by their home. Even with this warning, though, some wondered why the U.S. Army was taking the vehicles off the base and to the streets in the first place."

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Government Using Your Money to Get More People On Food Stamps – Patriot Update

Government Using Your Money to Get More People On Food Stamps – Patriot Update: "Apparently President Obama has no issue with being the food stamp president as a record number of Americans are taking advantage of the government program, but it’s worse than we thought. Despite 46 million Americans already being on food stamps, the government is actually spending taxpayer money on advertisements in an effort to get even more people collecting them, or in other words, is advertising to get more people dependent on the government."

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Obama Booed in Boston After Red Sox Joke – Patriot Update

Obama Booed in Boston After Red Sox Joke – Patriot Update: "During a fund-raiser at Symphony Hall here on Monday night, President Barack Obama touched on a sore subject while joking with the crowd prior to diving into his prepared remarks."

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Now Available: Free "Obama" Phones - Gina Loudon - Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary - Page 1

Now Available: Free "Obama" Phones - Gina Loudon - Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary - Page 1: "I have mentioned before, Thomas Jefferson’s warning that as soon as people learn they can vote themselves money from the treasury, it will signal the end of our republic.  This warning resonates again and again as we watch our freedoms dissipate under the current administration and its ruthless treatment of our ethical framework, and our laws."

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Monday, June 25, 2012

Top secret: Feds won't say what food stamps buy | Times 247

Top secret: Feds won't say what food stamps buy | Times 247: "Americans spend $80 billion each year financing food stamps for the poor, but the country has no idea where or how the money is spent."

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Another Dem congressman won't endorse Obama | Times 247

Another Dem congressman won't endorse Obama | Times 247: "President Obama's reelection problems continue in North Carolina, the state that's hosting this year's Democratic National Committee convention later this year. Congressman Mike McIntyre, a Democratic representative of North Carolina's Seventh Congressional District, is now refusing to endorse President Obama"

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Wrong vote: Egyptian beats pregnant wife to death | Times 247

Wrong vote: Egyptian beats pregnant wife to death | Times 247: "An Egyptian plumber in Alexandria beat his pregnant wife to death upon learning that she had not voted for Muslim Brotherhood presidential candidate Mohammed Mursi, reported the Egyptian daily al-Wafd on Sunday."

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Obama Joins Iran In Hailing Morsi Win In Egypt | Conservative Byte

Obama Joins Iran In Hailing Morsi Win In Egypt | Conservative Byte: "Both Iran and the White House hailed the victory of Egypt’s president-elect Mohammed Morsi of the Muslim Brotherhood this weekend."

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More Wealthy Americans Voting With Their Feet, Fleeing The U.S. | Conservative Byte

More Wealthy Americans Voting With Their Feet, Fleeing The U.S. | Conservative Byte: "America’s rich are renouncing their citizenship at record levels — just to get richer."

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THE FREEDOM POST: DENNY'S SUPPORTS 2ND AMENDMENT AND CONSTITUTION IN NEW AD

THE FREEDOM POST: DENNY'S SUPPORTS 2ND AMENDMENT AND CONSTITUTION IN NEW AD: "In an era where cowardly companies are caving into the vile communist minority, it's wonderful to see Denny's run this ad promoting America's greatness and constitutional principles, especially the "Right to Bear Arms," guaranteed in the Second Amendment."

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State Tax Trend No. 5: "Amazon" Taxes

State Tax Trend No. 5: "Amazon" Taxes: "Since the adoption of the U.S. Constitution, states have not been able to impose tax collection obligations on businesses that have no property or employees within the state.  In 2008, however, New York broke from precedent by adopting the first laws that sought state dominance over interstate commerce, says Joseph Henchman, an attorney and policy analyst at the Tax Foundation."

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When Walmart Comes to Town: Always Low Housing Prices?

When Walmart Comes to Town: Always Low Housing Prices?: "One of the most significant changes over the past two decades in the U.S. retail market is the expansion of large box stores and supercenters. Walmart is the largest of these rapidly growing retailers and is currently the biggest private employer in the world. Further, its low prices and broad variety offer substantial opportunities for saving, especially for low-income households, say Devin G. Pope of the University of Chicago and Jaren C. Pope of Brigham Young University."

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Obama Praises Islamist Takeover | Vision to America

Obama Praises Islamist Takeover | Vision to America: "The White House congratulated Egypt’s president-elect Mohamed Morsi on his victory in that country’s presidential election, calling it a “milestone” in the country’s transition to democracy."

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Sunday, June 24, 2012

14-Year-Old Boy Shoots Armed Intruder in Phoenix While Babysitting His Younger Siblings | Video | TheBlaze.com

14-Year-Old Boy Shoots Armed Intruder in Phoenix While Babysitting His Younger Siblings | Video | TheBlaze.com: "(The Blaze/AP) — A 14-year-old boy shot and nearly killed an intruder who broke into his Phoenix home and pulled a gun on him while he was watching his three younger siblings, police said Saturday."

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An Obama foreign-born record wouldn't faze Dems | Times 247

An Obama foreign-born record wouldn't faze Dems | Times 247: "Weary of defending in court the Constitutional eligibility of their man at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the Democrat Party has finally admitted Barack Obama is not qualified to be president of the United States — and that it doesn’t matter."

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Saturday, June 23, 2012

Michelle Campaign E-Mail: Barack's Your Husband, Too

Michelle Campaign E-Mail: Barack's Your Husband, Too: "The Obama campaign has sunk to a new low. Today, Michelle Obama sent an email to the entire campaign list, titled “Being married to Barack.” It is precisely what you’d expect: maudlin and ridiculous. Cue the music from Love Story:"

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Convicted Felon Gets $7.45 Million Loan Guarantee from Obama Stimulus | Conservative Byte

Convicted Felon Gets $7.45 Million Loan Guarantee from Obama Stimulus | Conservative Byte: "The 2009 Obama stimulus package is a constant source of stories about incompetent bureaucrats in Washington wasting taxpayer money, with Solyndra being the most famous of them. The latest story involves a man, David Myers, getting a guaranteed $7.45 million loan from the United States Department of Agriculture."

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Exodus: Wisconsin Government Workers Abandon Unions in Droves | Conservative Byte

Exodus: Wisconsin Government Workers Abandon Unions in Droves | Conservative Byte: "First, a mea culpa: I’m several weeks late to this story, but it’s so significant that I figured I’d adopt a “better late than never” approach and bring this to your attention anyway:"

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Friday, June 22, 2012

» Is it unfair to be white? » The Loft -- GOPUSA

» Is it unfair to be white? » The Loft -- GOPUSA: "Ok, if there is anything that really sets me off, it's the incredible hypocrisy that comes from the left when dealing with issues of race."

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Whoa: Moody’s Downgrades 15 U.S. Banks – Patriot Update

Whoa: Moody’s Downgrades 15 U.S. Banks – Patriot Update: "Er…what was that about the private sector doing fine? Moody’s just downgraded 15 more U.S. banks, meaning there’s fear that they can’t repay their debts. As the debt crisis in Europe worsens, and economic growth worldwide continues to slow, this isn’t exactly comforting:"

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An Arrogant and Lawless Cover-Up - David Limbaugh - Page 1

An Arrogant and Lawless Cover-Up - David Limbaugh - Page 1: "Few principles are more important to our constitutional scheme than the separation of powers, which is precisely why President Obama's bogus assertion of executive privilege to thwart Congress' investigation into Fast and Furious is so inexcusable."

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Thursday, June 21, 2012

Another Democrat Senator Clueless About Her Job - Godfather Politics

Another Democrat Senator Clueless About Her Job - Godfather Politics: "One of the roles of Congress is to pass an annual federal budget.  The last budget passed by the Senate was in April of 2009. "

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President Obama: ‘I Was Against Executive Privilege Before I Was For It’ - Godfather Politics

President Obama: ‘I Was Against Executive Privilege Before I Was For It’ - Godfather Politics: "The Democrats are accusing Republicans of being political in issuing a contempt citation to Eric Holder because of his refusal to hand over additional documents in the Fast and Furious case."

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State Tax Trend No. 7: Collapsing Unemployment Insurance Systems

State Tax Trend No. 7: Collapsing Unemployment Insurance Systems: "Record high levels of unemployment and record low reserve funds have placed great pressure on the federal-state unemployment insurance (UI) tax and benefit system.  In some states, benefits can be drawn for as long as 99 weeks, and accompanying growth in long-term unemployment is exhausting states' funds dedicated to supporting UI programs, says Joseph Henchman, an attorney and policy analyst at the Tax Foundation."

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Greece Alone And Broke -- Again - Victor Davis Hanson - Page 1

Greece Alone And Broke -- Again - Victor Davis Hanson - Page 1: "The recent indecisive Greek elections could be summed up by two general themes: Greeks want to stay in, and expect help from, the eurozone. But they still do not want to take the necessary medicine to stop borrowing billions of euros from northern Europeans, who want a radical Greek reform of the tax code, deregulation of labor laws, fiscal discipline, massive cuts in bureaucracy, and greater transparency -- all unlikely given Greek history and contemporary culture."

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ObamaCare Verdict Today? | Vision to America

ObamaCare Verdict Today? | Vision to America: "elevision cameras will surround the Supreme Court on Thursday morning, as they did Monday, anticipating something that may, again, not happen.

The momentous healthcare decision could be announced Thursday. Or not. All we really know is that it is extremely likely to be handed down by the following Thursday, June 28, when the court is expected to end its current term."

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Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Obama Kills Jobs To Win Votes - Godfather Politics

Obama Kills Jobs To Win Votes - Godfather Politics: "Everyone has heard of Barack Obama’s controversial and unconstitutional executive order to allow nearly one million illegal immigrants to remain in the US.  Part of the order also allows them to obtain work permits to allow them to take jobs away from legal US citizens."

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Federal Disability Insurance Nears Collapse

Federal Disability Insurance Nears Collapse: "For years, members of Congress have dithered over how to shore up the rapidly dwindling coffers of Social Security and Medicare.  Yet chances are you haven't heard any dire warnings about another massive entitlement program that will soon go insolvent if Congress doesn't act -- disability insurance, says BusinessWeek."

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Obama’s grandfather tortured by the British? A fantasy (like most of the President’s own memoir) | Vision to America

Obama’s grandfather tortured by the British? A fantasy (like most of the President’s own memoir) | Vision to America: "A new biography of Barack Obama has established that his grandfather was not, as is related in the President’s own memoir, detained by the British in Kenya and found that claims that he was tortured were a fabrication."

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More Democrats Turning Away From Barack Obama | Vision to America

More Democrats Turning Away From Barack Obama | Vision to America: "Earlier this month, I wrote Dems Abandoning Obama and Joining GOP, in which I listed several Democrats that were not just abandoning President Barack Obama, but abandoning the entire Democratic Party and joining the ranks of the Republicans."

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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Where Are Boehner and the GOP? Congress Likely to Let Obama's Immigration Declaration Stand - Godfather Politics

Where Are Boehner and the GOP? Congress Likely to Let Obama's Immigration Declaration Stand - Godfather Politics: "Speaker of the House of Representatives John Boehner is second — and the only Republican — in line to replace President Obama should he be removed from office by accident or action of Congress."

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Two Books Everyone Must Read Before November - Katie Pavlich - Page 1

Two Books Everyone Must Read Before November - Katie Pavlich - Page 1: "David Limbaugh is the author of the #1 New York Times Best Seller Crimes Against Liberty, which documents the atrocities of President Obama’s first half of his first term. Now, he’s back with the rest of the story."

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Process versus Results

Process versus Results: "There have been many debates through the years about whether the Canadian health care system is better than the American system.  The reason: there are a lot of people who advocate single-payer health insurance, by which they mean a system in which government pays all the medical bills.  There are basically only three genuine single-payer systems in the world: Canada, Cuba and North Korea, says NCPA President and CEO John C. Goodman in his new book, Priceless: Curing the Healthcare Crisis."

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» Schlafly: The Dream Act Is a Nightmare » Commentary -- GOPUSA

» Schlafly: The Dream Act Is a Nightmare » Commentary -- GOPUSA: "Mr. President, why do you favor foreign workers over Americans?" That was the obvious question Barack Obama refused to answer when a reporter, doing his job, sought an answer, rather than a canned teleprompter presentation."

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Obama’s Harvard Professor Calls for His Defeat in 2012! | Vision to America

Obama’s Harvard Professor Calls for His Defeat in 2012! | Vision to America: "A former professor of Barack Obama has turned against his one-time student and publicly urged voters not to re-elect him."

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Obama Campaign Sends ‘Dreamers’ Fundraising Email Hours after Amnesty Announcement | Vision to America

Obama Campaign Sends ‘Dreamers’ Fundraising Email Hours after Amnesty Announcement | Vision to America: "Seven hours after President Barack Obama announced that some illegal aliens would be allowed to stay in the United States and could be allowed to work here, Katherine Archuleta, Obama’s national campaign director, e-mailed a fundraising letter seeking donations to his re-election effort."

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Monday, June 18, 2012

23% of Small Business Owners Went a Year Without Pay and Obama is Happy About It - Godfather Politics

23% of Small Business Owners Went a Year Without Pay and Obama is Happy About It - Godfather Politics: "Since 2010, I have not received a salary from the company where I’m the president and have worked for 31 years. My business partner, who is vice-president, also does not receive a salary. In addition, we’ve had to lay off a few people."

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If You Disagree with President Obama You Must be a Racist - Godfather Politics

If You Disagree with President Obama You Must be a Racist - Godfather Politics: "As usual, the Left is blaming all criticism of President Obama on racism. It’s not his policies that anger conservatives, it’s his race. There are too many examples to cite. Here a a few of the most recent ones."

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Dept. of Veterans Affairs hands care of vets to crooks | Times 247

Dept. of Veterans Affairs hands care of vets to crooks | Times 247: "They survived the Nazis, the Viet Cong and the Taliban. But hundreds of mentally disabled veterans suffered new wounds when the country they served put their checkbooks in the hands of scoundrels."

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Bush getting old, Obama finds new scapegoat | Times 247

Bush getting old, Obama finds new scapegoat | Times 247: "Obama has found a new cause of falling growth and stubbornly high unemployment: Europe."

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Congress Calls for ‘Complete, Impartial and Fair Investigation’ Into White House Leaks | Vision to America

Congress Calls for ‘Complete, Impartial and Fair Investigation’ Into White House Leaks | Vision to America: "The Obama administration is leaking sensitive information to bolster the president’s national security credentials and portray him as a hands-on commander in chief in preparation for the November presidential election. These leaks damage our security, the culprits ought to go to jail, and Congress must quickly stop the hemorrhaging."

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Sunday, June 17, 2012

A chilling list of Obama's executive orders | Times 247

A chilling list of Obama's executive orders | Times 247: "There have been over 900 Executive orders put forth from Obama, and he is not even through his first term yet."

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Obama Plays Golf for the 100th Time of his Presidency | Conservative Byte

Obama Plays Golf for the 100th Time of his Presidency | Conservative Byte: "Obama is playing with two old pals, Eric Whitaker and Marty Nesbitt, as well as regular golf companion Marvin Nicholson, the White House trip director."

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Saturday, June 16, 2012

Next Phase in Stealing Election: Homeland Security Stops Deportations of Young Illegal Immigrants - Godfather Politics

Next Phase in Stealing Election: Homeland Security Stops Deportations of Young Illegal Immigrants - Godfather Politics: "Faced with falling support among blacks, Jews, women and every other group of supporters President Obama is making a play to boost his popularity among Latinos by doing an end run around Congress again."

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White House leak scandal worse than Watergate? – Patriot Update

White House leak scandal worse than Watergate? – Patriot Update:

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Glenn Beck Attacks Obama’s Decision to Implement the DREAM Act Through Homeland Security, Calling it Dictatorial and Cowardly | Video | TheBlaze.com

Glenn Beck Attacks Obama’s Decision to Implement the DREAM Act Through Homeland Security, Calling it Dictatorial and Cowardly | Video | TheBlaze.com: "Earlier today, we reported that the Department of Homeland Security plans to implement a “policy change” which looks virtually identical to the DREAM Act – an act of Congress that has stalled repeatedly due to its unpopular stance on illegal immigration. In other words, the White House has decided it can bypass Congress to get its agenda enacted."

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Obama scolds reporter Neil Munro during immigration speech | Video | TheBlaze.com

Obama scolds reporter Neil Munro during immigration speech | Video | TheBlaze.com: "President Obama got into a heated exchange with a reporter during an afternoon speech outlining his administration’s new immigration policy.

(Related: Obama Admin Will Bypass Congress to Stop Young Illegals From Being Deported & Grant Work Permits)

The president, on two occasions, scolded a man had interrupted Obama’s speech with a question. Obama raised his voice and pointed his finger at the man"

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Friday, June 15, 2012

It’s Jobless Number Revision Thursday! | Conservative Byte

It’s Jobless Number Revision Thursday! | Conservative Byte: "“Initial claims for state unemployment benefits increased 6,000 to a seasonally adjusted 386,000, the Labor Department said. The prior week’s figure was revised up to 380,000 from the previously reported 377,000.” So in reality, if you run the numbers out, the claim is up 9,000 from last week’s report. For the record, this latest revision means that the weekly jobless claims number, as Jeff here said, has now been revised up 21 weeks in a row — and 66 out of the last 67 weeks. Unexpectedly rose. Unexpectedly!"

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Exposed! Another top Dem was member of socialist party | Conservative Byte

Exposed! Another top Dem was member of socialist party | Conservative Byte: "President Obama is not the only major U.S. politician previously involved with the now defunct socialist-leaning New Party in the 1990s.

WND has found that Minnesota Secretary of State Mark Ritchie was listed as a builder and early leading activist of the controversial third party that is now coming under increased scrutiny after new information indicates Obama was a member."

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Barack Obama in New York: President jets in for evening of star-studded fundraisers | Mail Online

Barack Obama in New York: President jets in for evening of star-studded fundraisers | Mail Online: "President Barack Obama brought Manhattan to a standstill last night as he held two star-studded fundraising events at exclusive addresses in the city - raising a total of $4.5 million."

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Collapse of Household Net Worth Isn't News to Most Americans - Scott Rasmussen - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

Collapse of Household Net Worth Isn't News to Most Americans - Scott Rasmussen - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "The new Federal Reserve report showing that household net worth collapsed between 2007 and 2010 quickly became campaign fodder for both sides."

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Corruptocrat Eric Holder's GOP Enablers - Michelle Malkin - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

Corruptocrat Eric Holder's GOP Enablers - Michelle Malkin - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "While calls for U.S. Attorney General Eric "Stonewall" Holder's resignation grow and the House GOP gears up for a contempt vote next week, it's worth remembering how we got into this mess. In two words: feckless bipartisanship."

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Thursday, June 14, 2012

Flag Day in the USA | Washington Times Communities

Flag Day in the USA | Washington Times Communities: "SAN JOSE, June 14, 2012— Flag Day in the United States, is the celebration of the birthday of the Stars and Stripes. Sadly, for most Americans, Flag Day is not on their radar like the celebration of Memorial Day or Independence Day. Most Americans may not even realize Flag Day even exists. It is not an official federal holiday as far as federal or other assorted government employees are concerned – no official day off and no overtime pay on this holiday. Thus, Americans may wonder what meaning does the day truly have?"

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Carville: There’s No Recovery, Stupid | Conservative Byte

Carville: There’s No Recovery, Stupid | Conservative Byte: "James Carville. We reported it yesterday. Today he says it. He was on Good Morning America talking about Obama and the polling data that they have at Carville’s company and what Obama should and should not say."

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Rio conferees mull $1,325 'green tax' on U.S. families | Times 247

Rio conferees mull $1,325 'green tax' on U.S. families | Times 247: "Diplomats at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Conference in Rio de Janeiro next week will consider proposals that would levy taxes on American families and energy industries in order to support international efforts to combat global warming, according to a draft agenda for the conference."

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Wall Street donors abandon Obama in droves | Times 247

Wall Street donors abandon Obama in droves | Times 247: "For three years, Wall Street’s been telling the world how much it can’t stand President Barack Obama."

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Global opinion of Obama takes a dive | Times 247

Global opinion of Obama takes a dive | Times 247: "Global approval of U.S. President Obama's policies has fallen significantly since he first took office, a Pew Research Center poll released Wednesday indicated."

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Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Is Obama’s Black Voter Ad Offensive? | Conservative Byte

Is Obama’s Black Voter Ad Offensive? | Conservative Byte: "Glenn Beck paid a visit to his former Fox News colleague Bill O’Reilly on Tuesday to discuss all things Barack Obama. Specifically, the recent radio ad aimed at black voters, in which the background singers sing, “We’ve got your back.” Beck asked, should he be the one who has our backs?"

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Auto Bailout Was Really Just a UAW Bailout | Conservative Byte

Auto Bailout Was Really Just a UAW Bailout | Conservative Byte: "President Obama told the United Auto Workers (UAW) in February not to listen to critics of the auto bailout who said union members “made out like bandits—that saving the auto industry was just about paying back the unions.” “Really?” Obama said. “I mean, even by the standards of this town [Washington], that’s a load of you-know-what.”"

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Reagan’s Sign of the Cross Speech June 12, 1987 - Ken Blackwell - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

Reagan’s Sign of the Cross Speech June 12, 1987 - Ken Blackwell - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "Every American high school student knows, or should know, that President Ronald Reagan went to the Brandenburg Gate in West Berlin on this date in 1987. The President said: “If you seek liberalization, open this gate…Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall.” (Yes, kids, there was a West Berlin then.)"

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The Private Sector Is Sucking Wind - David Limbaugh - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

The Private Sector Is Sucking Wind - David Limbaugh - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "President Obama continues to prove how out of touch he is with the plight of the American people under his anemic economy. No, Mr. President, the economy and the private sector are not "doing fine.""

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Families' Wealth Dives 39 Percent in 3 Years

Families' Wealth Dives 39 Percent in 3 Years: "The median U.S. household lost nearly 39 percent of its wealth from 2007 to 2010, according to a Federal Reserve report released Monday, emphasizing anew the impact of the financial crisis and the recession on ordinary Americans, says USA Today."

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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Major consequences tied to Obama's eligibility | Times 247

Major consequences tied to Obama's eligibility | Times 247: "In an hour-long radio interview on presidential eligibility, an award-winning journalist and author declared Barack Obama could be at the center of the “biggest potential crime in all of American history."

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The Most Narcissistic President Ever - Jeff Carter - Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary

The Most Narcissistic President Ever - Jeff Carter - Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary: "Someone in the crowd called Peterson Field and found out that the air show was halted because Obama wanted to leave. A helicopter soon appeared and flew around in a circular pattern, basically doing reconnaissance as Obama’s motorcade exited the Air Force Academy. He was going to Denver to do some more fund raising since Colorado is a swing state."

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More Powerful Than the President - Chuck Norris - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

More Powerful Than the President - Chuck Norris - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "That is a question at the heart of most debates about the federal government. Declaring war, writing executive orders, legislating, allocating taxpayers' money and even influencing what your children learn and eat are just a very small sample of subjects hotly under dispute right now."

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Socialist or Fascist - Thomas Sowell - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

Socialist or Fascist - Thomas Sowell - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "It bothers me a little when conservatives call Barack Obama a "socialist." He certainly is an enemy of the free market, and wants politicians and bureaucrats to make the fundamental decisions about the economy. But that does not mean that he wants government ownership of the means of production, which has long been a standard definition of socialism"

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The Real Cost of Public Pensions

The Real Cost of Public Pensions: "The generosity of public-sector pension benefits has come under increased scrutiny in recent years as state and local governments search for ways to close their budget deficits.  Lawmakers are eager to understand how public-sector pensions compare to their counterparts in the private sector, thus determining if cuts are warranted, says Jason Richwine, a senior policy analyst at the Heritage Foundation."

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Monday, June 11, 2012

Architectural Photography: The Key Elements – PictureCorrect

Architectural Photography: The Key Elements – PictureCorrect: "In a mini-documentary of Birmingham, Alabama based architectural photographer, Chris Luker, we are not only told but shown what kind of thought and preparation goes into each of his photographs. The video starts out with a powerful quote from world-renowned architecture writer and critic, Paul Goldberer, which you can read and hear in full by watching the following video:"

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Two Black Teenagers Murder White Woman – Race Hustlers Nowhere to be Found - Godfather Politics

Two Black Teenagers Murder White Woman – Race Hustlers Nowhere to be Found - Godfather Politics: "Cedartown, Georgia, is a quiet town. It’s about 15 miles from my office. When my wife and I drive to her mother’s home in Alabama, we go through Cedartown. "

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A Modern Timeline of Liberals Claiming That Opposition to Obama = Racism - Hit & Run : Reason.com

A Modern Timeline of Liberals Claiming That Opposition to Obama = Racism - Hit & Run : Reason.com:

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Clinton should explain where religious freedom went | Times 247

Clinton should explain where religious freedom went | Times 247: "Secretary of State Hillary Clinton should be grilled about why her department has removed the sections on religious freedom from its Country Reports on Human Rights, which are statutorily required.  Pete Winn of CNS News notes:"

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Week takes a bite out of Obama | Times 247

Week takes a bite out of Obama | Times 247: "In what looks to be a historically contentious campaign season, there’s at least one point on which there’s no argument: The past week was particularly bad for President Obama — a “terrible, horrible, no-good, very bad week,” as the headline over Chris Cillizza’s “The Fix” blog at the Washington Post puts it."

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President Ronald Reagan Tribute: Rare Footage of Him Speaking the Gospel - Inspirational Videos

President Ronald Reagan Tribute: Rare Footage of Him Speaking the Gospel - Inspirational Videos:

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The End Nears for a 50-Year Mistake - Jeff Jacoby - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

The End Nears for a 50-Year Mistake - Jeff Jacoby - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "In retrospect, there were two conspicuous giveaways that Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker was headed for victory in last week's recall election."

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Is There Still a Case for Coal?

Is There Still a Case for Coal?: "On March 27, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed what it calls the first "Clean Air Act standard for carbon pollution for new power plants."  The proposal, if enacted, will effectively outlaw the construction of new coal-fired power plants in the United States by capping acceptable carbon dioxide emissions at a level below what is attainable by modern plants, says Robert Bryce, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute."

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Sunday, June 10, 2012

"Fine?" | Mitt Romney for President

"Fine?" | Mitt Romney for President:

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Food stamp use rises 100% under Obama | Times 247

Food stamp use rises 100% under Obama | Times 247: "The vast majority of federal spending in the Senate farm bill, which is estimated to cost over $100 billion annually, is going toward food stamps, representing a 100 percent increase since President Barack Obama took office, according to Alabama Republican Sen. Jeff Sessions."

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Farm Bill 'Reform' Stuffed With Pork - Debra J. Saunders - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

Farm Bill 'Reform' Stuffed With Pork - Debra J. Saunders - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: " Sign-Up
Every once in a while, Democrats and Republicans can work together. Witness Thursday's 90-8 vote to bring a "bipartisan reform" farm bill before the Senate. In the expectation that the bill will garner the necessary 60 votes, the House Agriculture Committee has changed its schedule to allow a floor debate on the measure in July. The White House applauded."

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Hey California: Meet Wisconsin - Austin Hill - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

Hey California: Meet Wisconsin - Austin Hill - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "But the failed labor union recall of Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker was only a beginning. America needs a bunch more Scott Walkers, a whole lot more thoughtful, discerning voters – and we need California voters, in particular, to wake-up."

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Saturday, June 9, 2012

Obama: “The Private Sector is Doing Fine” | Conservative Byte

Obama: “The Private Sector is Doing Fine” | Conservative Byte: "Now, folks, maybe I’m getting a little old. I am. We’re all getting older. And maybe my mind is starting to wander. But I could have sworn about an hour ago, a little over an hour ago, I coulda sworn that I just heard the president of the United States say in his remarks about the economy that the private sector’s doing fine. He said the private sector’s doing fine. He said the problem is government jobs. That’s the jobs we’re losing. State, local government, those are the jobs that are in peril. Private sector is doing fine."

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Wisconsin Liberals Turn On CNN | Conservative Byte

Wisconsin Liberals Turn On CNN | Conservative Byte: "The MacIver institute presents footage from the day after Governor Scott Walker’s victory in the Badger State recall. Reactions of Anti-Walker protestors ranged from dismissive to frenzied to downright hostile."

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Friday, June 8, 2012

Newly Found Document Reveals Obama Joined Socialist New Party in 1996 - Godfather Politics

Newly Found Document Reveals Obama Joined Socialist New Party in 1996 - Godfather Politics: "Just two days ago, I wrote to you my readers about President Obama’s link to the socialist New Party in the early and mid-1990s. Documented evidence known since before his election to the Oval Office has always shown that Obama sought and obtained the endorsement of the New Party, and it strongly suggested that he had even joined that radical Left group."

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The Truth about the Healthcare Bill By Someone Who Actually Read It - Godfather Politics

The Truth about the Healthcare Bill By Someone Who Actually Read It - Godfather Politics: "Well, I have done it! I have read the entire text of proposed House Bill 3200: The Affordable Health Care Choices Act of 2009."

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The Private Sector is doing fine? Are you serious? - The Loft -- GOPUSA

The Private Sector is doing fine? Are you serious? - The Loft -- GOPUSA: "What an unreal press conference. Barack Obama stood before the White House press corps and angrily denied his staff leaked classified information."

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Secret Senate Meetings on Bush Tax Cuts | Conservative Byte

Secret Senate Meetings on Bush Tax Cuts | Conservative Byte: "There’s a secret meeting going on — a series of meetings, a series of secret meetings taking place — between and among senators of both parties, 12 of ‘em. It’s not secret anymore because The Politico has the story."

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Clinton Takes Another Swipe At Obama! | Conservative Byte

Clinton Takes Another Swipe At Obama! | Conservative Byte: "“Those rates — the problem with that and why I think they should be extended for the bottom 98% is that median income, after inflation, is lower than it was the day I left office,” former President Bill Clinton said on CNN’s “The Situation Room” on Thursday afternoon."

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Wake Students Up! Liberal Professors and Liberal Policies are Ruining America | Conservative Byte

Wake Students Up! Liberal Professors and Liberal Policies are Ruining America | Conservative Byte: "Have you ever wondered where all those liberal reporters come from? How about the leftist leaders in Washington?"

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Thursday, June 7, 2012

You Won’t Believe How Obama and Co. are Spinning the Wisconsin Recall Election - Godfather Politics

You Won’t Believe How Obama and Co. are Spinning the Wisconsin Recall Election - Godfather Politics: "It’s no surprise that liberals are trying to spin the big win of Gov. Scott Walker and Co. in Tuesday election. Juan Williams claimed that the Tea Party didn’t have a thing to do with it. Juan, keep whistling past the graveyard. The more you underestimate what’s driving these elections since 2010, the easier it’s going to be to dump the Donkeys and RINOs."

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Bombshell: Fast & Furious Wiretaps Show Holder’s DOJ Knew – Patriot Update

Bombshell: Fast & Furious Wiretaps Show Holder’s DOJ Knew – Patriot Update: "The lead House Republican investigating Operation Fast and Furious, Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA), today said senior Justice Department officials had specific information that their federal agents were using controversial “gunwalking” tactics."

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Talk Show Host: National Anthem is an Abomination - The Loft -- GOPUSA

Talk Show Host: National Anthem is an Abomination - The Loft -- GOPUSA: "Is the economy turning around? Are more jobs being created than ever before? How about that debt? With so much going on, one would think that the left wing talking heads would be focused on the "serious" issues."

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Amanda Bynes pleads not guilty to DUI, tweets Obama | Reuters

Amanda Bynes pleads not guilty to DUI, tweets Obama | Reuters: "Reuters) - Former child star Amanda Bynes pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to drunk driving, after sending a Twitter message to U.S. President Barack Obama asking him to fire the police officer who arrested her."

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Where Is The Outrage? - Judge Andrew Napolitano - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

Where Is The Outrage? - Judge Andrew Napolitano - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "For the past few weeks, I have been writing in this column about the government's use of drones and challenging their constitutionality on Fox News Channel where I work. I once asked on air what Thomas Jefferson would have done if -- had drones existed at the time -- King George III had sent drones to peer inside the bedroom windows of Monticello"

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The Four Lies About the Economy That Obama Needs Voters to Believe - Larry Elder - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

The Four Lies About the Economy That Obama Needs Voters to Believe - Larry Elder - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "President Barack Obama's re-election turns on his ability to convince voters that 1) Obama inherited a "Great Recession," 2) every "independent" economist supported the "stimulus," 3) "bipartisan" economists agree that Obama's stimulus worked, and 4) as actor Morgan Freeman puts it, racist Republicans say, "Screw the country ... we're going to do whatever we can to get this black man outta here" -- nothing to do with deeply held policy differences."

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The Recall Heard Around the World - Ann Coulter - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

The Recall Heard Around the World - Ann Coulter - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "I watched the Wisconsin returns on MSNBC Tuesday night, and it came right down to the wire between "the Democrats were outspent 7-to-1" and "Republicans are stripping union rights!" As we go to press it's still too close to call."

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Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Reid Is Bouncing an Important Check

Reid Is Bouncing an Important Check: "It seems odd to note this in an election year, but it’s important nonetheless: The Founding Fathers feared unbridled, direct democracy. The Senate is supposed to slow down the legislative process by allowing vigorous debate. But Majority Leader Harry Reid (D–NV) is weakening its purpose by blocking other Senators from participating in that debate."

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Governor Walker's Victory Spells Doom For Public Sector Unions - Forbes

Governor Walker's Victory Spells Doom For Public Sector Unions - Forbes: "Public sector unions have reached their high water mark. Let the cleanup begin as the red ink recedes."

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» Malkin: Teacher’s Unions Earn ‘F’ for Wisconsin Recall Abuse » Commentary -- GOPUSA

» Malkin: Teacher’s Unions Earn ‘F’ for Wisconsin Recall Abuse » Commentary -- GOPUSA: "They really outdid themselves. In Wisconsin and across the nation, public school employee unions spared no kiddie human shields in their battle against GOP Gov. Scott Walker's budget and pension reforms. Students were the first and last casualties of the ruthless Big Labor war against fiscal discipline"

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» Miller: Faith, Family, and Freedom » Commentary -- GOPUSA

» Miller: Faith, Family, and Freedom » Commentary -- GOPUSA: "“Faith, Family, and Freedom!”  That’s what the STILL Governor Scott Walker said it was all about in his victory speech last night.  Everyone predicted that the race would be close, but it was a victory for Walker by over 9 percent.  That, ladies and gentlemen, is not a close race no matter who measures the results."

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» Walker Wins! » News -- GOPUSA

» Walker Wins! » News -- GOPUSA: " Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker beat back a recall challenge Tuesday, winning both the right to finish his term and a voter endorsement of his strategy to curb state spending, which included the explosive measure that eliminated union rights for most public workers."

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The Unemployment Crisis for Younger Workers

The Unemployment Crisis for Younger Workers: "A recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report recommends that Congress take action to alleviate the pain of the recession that is felt by America's oldest workers.  Within the recommendation, the GAO offers several policies to accomplish this objective, including subsidies to employers who hire older workers, training programs for older workers and compensation for older workers who accept lower-paying jobs, says Diana Furchtgott-Roth, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute."

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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

President Obama Has a Big Bill and Hillary Problem - Godfather Politics

President Obama Has a Big Bill and Hillary Problem - Godfather Politics: "If you’ve seen the film You’ve Got Mail starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks, you’ll remember a few references to The Godfather. Here’s one of my favorites spoken by Hanks’ character, Joe Fox:"

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Government Hostility to Religion Keeps Mounting - John Andrews - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1

Government Hostility to Religion Keeps Mounting - John Andrews - Townhall Conservative Columnists - Page 1: "The Founders wouldn’t believe it. The Colorado Court of Appeals says the governor may not proclaim an official day of prayer because of a clause in the state constitution prohibiting that “any preference be given by law to any religious denomination or mode of worship"

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Monday, June 4, 2012

Walker Challenger Runs From Obama – Patriot Update

Walker Challenger Runs From Obama – Patriot Update: "Tom Barrett, Scott Walker’s challenger in the Wisconsin gubernatorial recall election, told CNN this morning that he didn’t ask President Obama to stop by the state to rally Democrats in his support. “We understand he’s got a lot going on,” said Barrett."

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Sunday, June 3, 2012

Chuck Norris Enters 2012 Political Ring – Patriot Update

Chuck Norris Enters 2012 Political Ring – Patriot Update: "Legendary action star Chuck Norris says he’s entering the political ring in Tuesday’s recall election for the governorship of Wisconsin, to offset the influence of Democrat powerhouses looking to oust Republican Gov. Scott Walker."

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Farmer panic! Crops die as gov’t blocks wells

Farmer panic! Crops die as gov’t blocks wells: "GREELEY, Colo. – Farmers in Colorado are watching their fields dry up amid one of the worst droughts in the state’s history."

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Debt Has Increased More in Last 15 Months Than First 97 Congresses — Combined! | Conservative Byte

Debt Has Increased More in Last 15 Months Than First 97 Congresses — Combined! | Conservative Byte: "The Republican-controlled House of Representatives, which took office in January 2011, has enacted federal spending bills under which the national debt has increased more in less than one term of Congress than in the first 97 Congresses combined."

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Saturday, June 2, 2012

US Aid May Lead to Complete Islamic Conquest of Egypt - Godfather Politics

US Aid May Lead to Complete Islamic Conquest of Egypt - Godfather Politics: "Last year, the Obama administration fully supported the overthrow of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak.  A large part of the US backed opposition was none other than the militant group known as the Muslim Brotherhood."

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Another Piece of Obamacare Broken - Godfather Politics

Another Piece of Obamacare Broken - Godfather Politics: "When Barack Obama shoved his Affordable Health Care Act down America’s throats, he promised that there would be incentives and tax credits available for small businesses to make health care more affordable.  However, that appears to be another promise of Obamacare that is broken."

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Why Are We Still Sending Foreign Aid to These Islamic Nations When They Vote Against Us at the UN? - Godfather Politics

Why Are We Still Sending Foreign Aid to These Islamic Nations When They Vote Against Us at the UN? - Godfather Politics: "Our government thinks that if we give money to nations that want to destroy us that somehow they’ll learn to like us. Don’t believe it. They only think we’re stupid and weak. The money we’ve sent to these backward and violent regimes have only been used to prop up dictators who keep most of the money for themselves. When their rulers are finally overthrown, the people blame the United States for keeping the tyrants in power."

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Obama: Americans Buying ‘Thingamajigs’ Helps the Economy | Conservative Byte

Obama: Americans Buying ‘Thingamajigs’ Helps the Economy | Conservative Byte: "Fresh off a disastrous jobs numbers report, 8.2 unemployment and only 69,000 jobs added, the President traveled to Minnesota where he explained to voters how an extra “$3,000 a year” could be used to help Americans buy more “thingamajigs”:"

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Friday, June 1, 2012

How to End Deficit Spending in Five Minutes and Why It Won’t Happen - Godfather Politics

How to End Deficit Spending in Five Minutes and Why It Won’t Happen - Godfather Politics: "Warren Buffett, in a July 7, 2011 interview with Becky Quick of CNBC, offered the following as a way to cure Congress’ out-of-control spending habits:"

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What End of Bush Tax Cuts Means for You - Yahoo! Finance

What End of Bush Tax Cuts Means for You - Yahoo! Finance: "The so-called Bush tax cuts are scheduled to expire at the end of this year. While you may already know that, you may not fully understand what's in store for you and your family. Here's what to expect."

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Gasoline Prices: Why So High, and What to Do?

Gasoline Prices: Why So High, and What to Do?: "Though gasoline prices have dipped in recent weeks, persistently high charges for fuel have many consumers shifting their budgets in response, says Kenneth P. Green, a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute."

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