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No Celebration as Lt. Michael Behenna Sits Alone in His Cell on His 27th Birthday
Posted by: | CommentsAnother year, and another birthday without his family and friends for doing his duty. When will this injustice be corrected?
Mr. and Mrs. Behenna request Patriotic Americans to join their cause to remember their son. Let’s come together and never forget Michael languishing in Leavenworth. If you have the ability to assist, please contact Scott and Vicki Behenna at www.defendmichael.com
The Defend Michael newsletter I received today made the following plea to all those who have proudly supported Michael and the family:
To all Michael Behenna supporters,
Today is Michael’s 27th birthday. While he won’t be ‘celebrating’ it in any real sense (no cake and candles in prison), his spirits have been incredibly lifted by the hundreds and hundreds of cards of letters he’s received in the just the past week alone. He is overwhelmed by your support and personally wanted us to tell you how much it means to him.
As mentioned in the last newsletter, we are still eagerly awaiting the Military response to Michael’s appeal, which will allow Michael’s appeal to be docketed and hopefully, by this summer, be argued before the Army Court of Appeals. In the meantime, we continue to encourage Michael’s supporters to contact their Senators and Congressmen. These Congressional Delegations will be vital to ensure the Army handles Michael’s case properly moving forward. Your assistance thus far has produced many important connections and unleashed scrutiny of Michael’s case we would not have thought possible.
It is estimated that more American soldiers have been charged with war crimes related to the war in Iraq than in
Lt. Michael Behenna
previous wars combined! Many believe that this is the result of the current Washington policy to prosecute members of the military for a political purpose—pandering to the Iraqi government. In an effort to build awareness to this perversion, we are considering organizing a motorcycle/vehicle Rally to Ft. Leavenworth in early fall, 2010. Michael is among ten decorated soldiers (coined the Leavenworth 10) in Leavenworth prison who have been wrongfully charged and convicted for murdering Al-Qaeda or insurgents. Their convictions are not publicized, but we have come to know each of their stories and they all answered the call of their country to defend our values and way of life against an enemy who wishes to destroy us. After defending themselves or their fellow soldiers/Marines in a combat zone, they have fallen victim to untenable Rules of Engagement, demoralizing “Catch and Release” policies, and political correctness that left them abandoned by the country they fought for.
Many of Michael’s supporters have contacted us for additional ways to help. This rally will aid Michael and the other Leavenworth 10 in creating awareness for those who have not heard their stories. We envision this Rally to begin in at least the following 12 states; Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Arkansas, and Tennessee, and culminate in Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. Due to the significance of 9/11 to these soldiers call to duty, we are considering holding the event the weekend before, on Labor Day 9/4/2010. Before we finalize our plans, we would like to know if you would assist in the following areas:
Help put together the event in Leavenworth
Help coordinate a state leg of this journey to Leavenworth
Design and maintenance of a web site
Help sponsor the event (not necessary to attend)
Graphic Design (t-shirts, signs, flyers)
Most importantly – make the ride to Leavenworth (motorcycles and vehicles would be welcome)
Please reply about your interests and we will build a database of who can help us on this event. We are also very interested in your thoughts and ideas about this event! The size of this event is dependent upon those involved and our ability to attract other concerned Patriots. This rally is a way to show these soldiers that we appreciate their unselfish service to our country and they are not forgotten. Please consider being a part of the show of support these men never received from our country when they returned home from war.
The proud parents of an American hero. Happy Birthday Michael!!!
Scott and Vicki Behenna
My challenge for each and every one of us is to (if you can) send a birthday card and a letter showing our support for Lt. Behenna. His prison address is listed below. I have been told it needs to be listed exactly as shown so it will reach Michael.
Michael Behenna #87503
1300 N. Warehouse Road
Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027-2304
Where is America’s Hero?
Posted by: | CommentsAmerica needs a hero like never before. Congressional members are retiring in droves, young and old alike. Was it too much to ask that you do the job that you were sent to Washington DC for, while listening to your constituents’ input? Last summer displayed an overpaid pack of cowards in Congress, and now not only are they ducking constituents, they are ducking out permanently. What do you know, that you won’t tell? You were supposed to be the best of your respective state to represent “We the People”… instead you collected a healthy paycheck, pork and bribes, party and privileges and now expect a hefty (let’s see if we can eliminate this waste of money) retirement once again upon the backs of the taxpayers.
A little over a year ago, I asked for one stalwart Read More→
First You See It, Now You Don’t – The Reuters Middle Class Tax Article
Posted by: | CommentsJust have to love the news bite site – Before It’s News that captured “**REUTERS: Backdoor taxes to hit middle class…” An anonymous member captured original article text:
“Backdoor taxes to hit middle class
-The Obama administration’s plan to cut more than $1 trillion from the deficit over the next decade relies heavily on so-called backdoor tax increases that will result in a bigger tax bill for middle-class families.
In the 2010 budget tabled by President Barack Obama on Monday, the White House wants to let billions of dollars in tax breaks expire by the end of the year — effectively a tax hike by stealth.
While the administration is focusing its proposal on eliminating tax breaks for individuals who earn $250,000 a year or more, middle-class families will face a slew of these backdoor increases.
The targeted tax provisions were enacted under the Bush administration’s Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001. Among other things, the law lowered individual tax rates, slashed taxes on capital gains and dividends, and steadily scaled back the estate tax to zero in 2010.
If the provisions are allowed to expire on December 31, the top-tier personal income tax rate will rise to 39.6 percent from 35 percent. But lower-income families will pay more as well: the 25 percent tax bracket will revert back to 28 percent; the 28 percent bracket will increase to 31 percent; and the 33 percent bracket will increase to 36 percent. The special 10 percent bracket is eliminated.”
With a Continue that leads to this broken link: http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/reuters/100201/us/usreport_us_budget_backdoortaxes
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Even the New York Times makes mention of the event
Reuters Retracts ‘Taxes To Hit Middle Class’ Article
I just love Rush’s view:
The article drew scattered attention from conservative bloggers, some of whom questioned the retraction, and on his radio show, Rush Limbaugh said, “Reuters has withdrawn the story because the truth is not to be tolerated in the Obama administration.”
So much for Freedom of the Press!
Why Do Liberals Take Credit on Phantom Events? Enter Harry Reid
Posted by: | CommentsHarry Reid never fails to deliver controversy: “Negro Dialect?”: Harry Reid’s Time Warp.
Just when you didn’t think Harry Reid didn’t have any more gaffes to give, he offers up an essay and statements in his normal way of looking down on the Black Citizens:
Reid Statement On Black History Month
February 1, 2010
Washington, D.C. – Nevada Senator Harry Reid made the following statement in recognition of Black History Month:
“Nevada’s story cannot be told without remembering the many African-Americans that sought to make our state a place where all people are treated equal.
“I remember when Nevada was called the ‘Mississippi of the West.’ Restaurants would not serve African-Americans and movie theaters had separate sections. Sammy Davis Jr. and Nat King Cole could perform in Las Vegas, but could not stay in the hotel.
“Leaders like Donald Clark, J. David Hoggard Sr., Dr. James B. McMillian, Woodrow Wilson, Lubertha Johnson, Dr. Charles I. West and Dr. William “Bob” Bailey and Sarann Knight Preddy and many others persevered through ignorance and discrimination to integrate the gaming industry and promote minority-owned business in our state.
Harry Reid Op Ed: Black history is American history – Partial text seen below
Sen. Harry Reid: Black history is American history
“Black History Month is a great opportunity to reflect on the contributions of African-Americans to help make America the beacon of hope that it is. But while the accomplishments of African-Americans may be amplified during this one month, we feel the impact in our everyday lives.
Whether visiting our relatives in the hospital after a successful blood transfusion, waiting in traffic at a stoplight or watching our president speak from the Rose Garden, the contributions of black Americans are ingrained in our nation’s DNA.
The progress that has been made, just in the time that I have been in public service, to ensure diversity, equality and social justice in our nation is a testament to America’s greatness. I worked hard during my time in local politics in Nevada to integrate the Las Vegas strip and the gaming industry. I backed affirmative action in federal contracting and sharply criticized the Supreme Court when they turned Brown v. Board on its head and ruled against cities’ efforts to diversify their schools. On Capitol Hill, I have done my best to lead by example. My office partners with Howard University for an internship program every semester that encourages young people to get interested in public service. I have created an initiative to improve staff diversity of the United States Senate. These commitments that I’ve made are more than just a laundry list of what I’ve done – they reflect who I am and what I believe in.
*If you can stand reading this and want to read more, visit “The Grio” for Reid’s whole story.
Nice apology at the end! Speaks to another post of mine, say what you want Liberally then apologize later.
POTUS Mixes it Up with the Republican Caucus
Posted by: | CommentsIf you haven’t watched this C-SPAN footage, you need to.
POTUS gets his 20 minutes of vanity and berating time pre Q & A:
A thoroughly informative Q & A Mixer (over 1 hour long) with the Republican Read More→
Which Came First the Vaccine or the Increase of Autism
Posted by: Bobbi85710 | Comments (2)Medical journal retracts study linking autism to vaccine
Autism Cases on the Rise Study Shows Increase Is Real, Not Just Due to Changes in Diagnosis Criteria article pertinent portion:
Yet questions remain. Coincidence? Doubtful!