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Post archive for ‘Political Views’

2nd Amendment Stance: I support it

Recently, the 2nd Amendment seems to be at the forefront of people’s minds and I receive regular questions on my stance concerning gun control.
How do I feel about the 2nd Amendment? I fully support it.
I believe law abiding citizens have the right to defend themselves and to me, one of the best ways to [...]

Leadership: Let us be strong and of good courage

I believe we are making a mistake by snubbing or turning our backs on some of our staunchest allies while embracing the thugs of the world. This week, we are reaching out to the country formerly known as Burma… The thugs of the world don’t respect words, they respect strength. We can make deals with [...]

Energy Policy: Our Achilles Heel

It seems that everyone has a reason to complain about energy policy.

The Economy: My philosophy

One of the first lessons you learn as a life guard is: Don’t become one of the victims…

Health Care Discussion: HR3200

“What I don’t get is how my democrat friend will stand up for this… I mean come on people, forget left/right…this is bad for everyone!” – Shane Hansen, American

God and Country

This is USS NIMITZ (CVN 68), a 100,000 ton city/airport being tossed around in the Indian Ocean in 2007.  The flight deck is about 90 ft off the surface of the water so you can see, we were in quite a storm.

Universal Health Care: An insider’s view of Cuba

The media and the left seem to love the utopian mystique of Cuba as it now exists. With “Universal Health Care” and eight lane freeways to nowhere, nestled in a tropical paradise, it sounds like a socialist heaven. In a text book in a University setting, it does sound nice…everyone being treated “equally” and “fairly”.

Politics of Division

“I don’t like to be called Cuban-American. I don’t like to be called Hispanic. I am an American. Period. And that’s what is important.” – Erasmo Pinero Jr.

Redistribution of Wealth

“I think when you spread the wealth around it’s good for everybody.”
- Barack Obama