I started this blog to comment on the subject of “leadership”. I’ve been fortunate to serve with “great leaders” first hand. Starting with our country's first President, our nation has been blessed with great leaders. I encourage comment on this subject if the reader is so inclined. What follows is my comment on President Obama's current campaign rhetoric. By now, the whole birther question is sluffed off as just right wing looney toons attacking a president who’s black (read racist), or, “the prez has already provided his birth certificate”, why can’t you drop it already. Think about the important issues of the day, etc…. So does the 46% of “we the people” who support the prez, see any hypocrisy in the prez’s attack on Romney being a “rich white guy”, “unfair”, “outsourcer in chief”, “off shore bank accounts”, “holding back tax returns” (read: he must have something dirty or illegal in them so let’s get it out”, never mind that R’s complied with the disclosure rules on tax returns), Romney is just not a “likeable guy”, and so on? As a member of the remaining 46% or remaining % of “we the people” (read independents), my primary concern is the mounting debt/overspending – read “trillions” (remember when they used to refer to these figures in millions then billions?). But instead, we see the prez relying on personally attacking Romney and mainlining “social issues” to his targeted audience! Will we the people see that our country is in dire need of leadership? That we don’t need complainers and whiners on either side. The Congress is deadlocked now. Regardless of who wins the presidential election, will not the country continue to be “deadlocked”, meaning that our country is on “autopilot spending and mounting debt” with no one with the “cajones” to lead our country back to prosperity and greatness. The Obama cv is attached to ignite your thinking on the question. Are the allegations in the cv true? Is it true that Obama spent a million bucks to thwart lawsuits on the question? Now, I’ve it really shouldn’t matter about his cv. But then ask yourself, why is the community activist in chief who’s never had to make payroll (my personal test for a successful leader) and has no bidnez experience, so worried about a “rich white guy” who made his own money and knows how to fix distressed companies? “We The People” should not be surprised that the media (known as the Fourth Estate), the Congress, the current prez are all held in low esteem, referring to “approval polls” while the military is held in high esteem by “We The People”. Duty, Honor, Country. Do not lie, cheat or steal or tolerate anyone who does! Simple codes to live by! Here’s a code I’ve made my own and passed on to my two sons. It is all part of my built in bullshit meter incorporated into the fabric of my personality over the years. “A man’s primary task in life is to immediately recognize the assholes of the world and avoid them at all costs!” Remember the definition of peace, “it’s the time between reloading your weapon.”

My last post was just prior to the Supreme Court ruling on Obama care. And so it seems that our nation has survived Chief Justice Robert's curious decision. I for one hold a partisan view and think Roberts was flat out, no mistake, he was just plain wrong. I know one thing however. He didn't get to where he is by being short in the brains department, not knowing the law, and not being a man of integrity and honor. Our country is and should be the standard for what the "rule of law" stands for. I think we proved that by not having an armed coup or riots in the streets across our great country. As you listen to the analysis and the judgments rendered on the decision, I'm reminded of a description of lawyers and what they learn in law school. It's basic to the lawyer and his code of ethics that he is an advocate. As such, his or her personal views cannot influence the way he/she argues the law. The phrase I'm referring to is, "an attorney is trained to be able to argue both sides of the question". With that thought in mind, it leaves no doubt in my mind at least, that Chief Justice Roberts decided on his view of the world and "argued for the side of the question of Obama care" that fit his personal viewpoint. It has been said that just prior to the announcement of the court's decision, Roberts was in favor of the conservative view but changed his mind one month prior to the announcement. There are many subjects to discuss since my last post, Obama's recent decision on immigration policy affecting 1.4 million "dreamers" - http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2012/06/20/obama-s-dreamer-immigration-move-boosts-his-standing-with-arizona-latinos.html, a political move or concern for status of illegals?; the renewed debate for gun control despite the Supreme Court ruling in 2010 affirming the fundamental right to bear arms - http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/06/28/AR2010062802134.html; to Obama's most recent reminder of his true belief's - "you didn't do that" - http://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2012/07/you_didnt_build_that_has_obama_team_panicking.html. China is buying Nexen, the Canadian oil company today, http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/us-securities-regulator-alleges-insider-trading-ahead-of-chinas-nexen-bid/article4446943/. Some how I feel the fix is in. Obama shuts down the oil industry in the Gulf states, then sends the oil to his old buddy Soros - owner of Petrogas in Brazil. Makes you wonder if the fix is in. For now, I'll close with something Paul Harvey said April 3, 1965. It's short...less than three minutes. Check it out. www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3Az0okaHig&feature=youtu.be That's it for now. Remember. The definition for "Peace" is the time between reloading your weapon be it pistol, rifle, tank or airplane. :)

Obama Care

Tomorrow is the day the Supreme Court is expected to make public its decision on whether Obamacare becomes the law of the land or not.  I suspect that the Court will rule Obamacare unconstitutional.

If ever there was a red flag to tell someone who's not a scholar, doesn't keep up with the news, or is just not interested in politics; that person must know that the elected Democrats in Washington have to believe that "We The People" are a bunch of idiots.  How so, what thinking American can accept Nancy Pelosi's now infamous words "We have to pass the bill so that you can find out what is in it away from the fog of the controversy!", see her speak those words at this link, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV-05TLiiLU.

If you're reading this blog, chances are you know how to browse the Internet. So take a trip and enter "Obama's promises on health care" and pick a story.

Finally, ask yourself this question.  If Obamacare is such a good deal for "We The People", will he switch his health care plan to Obamacare?  Will Congress switch their health care plans for Obamacare?

One final Internet homework assignment.  Enter the search parameters "who received waivers to Obamacare and why?" and see what comes up.

Like I've said earlier in this post, pick a story and see for yourself who received waivers and why.

Are "We The People" stupid?

I certainly don't think so.  We'll know after the Presidential election.

Remember, "Peace is the time it takes to reload your rifle!:

For those of you who know, a reminder.  "The defining characteristic of a warrior is the willingness to close with the enemy!"

This blog is about leadership.  I trust you understand that I am posting my ideas to challenge you to demand "leadership" from our elected officials.  They must stand on principle for what's good for the country!

They can start ending corruption in Congress! Someone once said something that sounded pretty sensible to me.  It went like this. "Don't do anything you wouldn't tell your Grandmother."

A man has to live by a code.  If he can't be a man of his word, he's not a man!

Politicians at every level of government can consider this code while doing the business of the people.

"I will not lie, cheat or steal or tolerate anyone who does!"

Yes my fellow Americans, it's all about leadership!  

The Imperial President

I first came on the term "Imperial President" in a political science class.  It was the intention of the original framers of the Constitution that the Executive Branch of government would be the weakest with the Congress, the representatives of the people from each state, being the strongest.

Flash forward to contemporary times and we give no thought to an operating budget to run the country.  Instead, we have a "continuing resolution" with the Executive Branch establishing policy and administering funds by "Executive Order".

With the country split down the middle, ideologically speaking of course, I find that the current President, Barack H. Obama does not represent my views.  He grew up with and surrounds himself with communists and activists engaged in anti-American activity, smoked pot and did cocaine, and now believes in destroying the nation's economy by driving it deep into debt, $14 trillion in the near term.

The President has failed to lead the country in my humble opinion and by his actions is not a leader I wish to follow as a citizen of the United States of America.  There are examples abound since he came into office.  If you have access to a computer, all you have to do is enter the search parameters "Obama and leader" and do the reading for yourself.  You decide.  It's all out there.

But my most recent example of President Obama acting and expanding the concept of the phenom, "Imperial Presidency" and his proclivity to ignore and most astonishingly is his recent Executive Order in granting a 2 year amnesty for illegal aliens.  He shamelessly proclaimed this to win the "Latino" vote.

Then shortly after the Supreme Court unanimously agreed on the one section of the Arizona Law that allowed local police to stop and determine if an individual was an illegal or not, "the Obama administration said Monday it is suspending existing agreements with Arizona police over enforcement of federal immigration laws, and said it has issued a directive telling federal authorities to decline many of the calls reporting illegal immigrants that the Homeland Security Department may get from Arizona police." 


Obama's actions in effect negated the Supreme Court's decision on the question of stopping suspected illegal immigrants in Arizona and throughout the country.


Obama's failure of leadership is summarized in this way.  He is driven by making "political" decisions that will, in his mind and those of his campaign staff, insure his reelection instead of making "policy" decisions that are based in the Constitution and therefore good for the country.

I urge you, as you read these words, to take your vote seriously, study the issues as presented by both men seeking the Presidency, and govern yourself accordingly for the good of our country.

Latino's - their vote is for a leader, someone "Macho!"

Consider the campaign contest between Obama and Romney in seeking support, their votes in the general election for President of the United States, and one has to ask would a "latino" vote for a "communist"? I consider most of the "latinos" in the US as being hard working "Catholics" - God fearing folk.  Hard workers with pride in being able to provide for loved ones, pride in their families, their heritage.  They would reject a handout if they had an opportunity to work.  If the Latinos looked, they would see many of their family serving in the military.

Now I ask you, would a Latino vote for a communist or chose to be identified with a communist?  Think Van Jones, Trumka - AFL-CIO, Andy Stern -SEIU to get an appreciation for the answer.

Latinos, including all voters across this great country of ours, have a choice. Identifying with the Democrats of today is not the same thing as it was back in the '50's or'60's. That Democratic party has been taken over by a small majority known as the "Progressives."  Who are they?  Examine the records of the Van Jones et al    mentioned above.

Latinos may not all be college graduates, normally meaning we're not afraid to get our hands dirty.  But the blue collar/white collar divide normally associated with differentiating the Dem from the GOP is no longer.  The Latinos are becoming community leaders, good neighbors, productive members in cities and towns across the country, and where most willingly go, to fight our nation's enemies by serving in our military.  Ask yourself before you vote if the Dem seeking your vote ever served?  The Dems of today look down on our country's heroes.  

Go to this link to see why Chris Hayes, MSNBC, feels uncomfortable calling Vets heroes, http://www.mediaite.com/tv/chris-hayes-feels-uncomfortable-about-calling-fallen-soldiers-heroes/.

Clinton, Obama did not serve.  Of course, they don't have to serve to be President of the United States.  But do they have to "loath" the military.  

Consider Obama, campaigning on "Air Force One" to the tune of a million dollars a trip and at the same time calling for reduction in medical benefits to Vets.  

I think "Latino's" see thru the blur or as some would say, see through the "bravo sierra".  Once Latino's look into the record, look for leadership; they will reject President Obama by the droves.  If he was so much in favor of his new immigration Executive Order, why didn't he make it permanent instead of two years.  Answer?  He's trying to buy votes.

Latino's aren't stupid.  They won't vote for a suit who doesn't know what "macho" means.  Obama is not "macho!".  He's never had a job.  He does know how to use cocaine and smoke pot.  He admitted he used his book, "Dreams from my father." 

I say again, "Latino's" want a leader.  They want someone who can be trusted.  A man who has character.  A man who will stand up for his family.  "OBAMA IS NOT MACHO!"

The "Latino" vote

Consider the campaign contest between Obama and Romney in seeking support, their votes in the general election for President of the United States, and one has to ask would a "latino" vote for a "communist"? I consider most of the "latinos" in the US as being hard working "Catholics" - God fearing folk.  Hard workers with pride in being able to provide for loved ones, pride in their families, their heritage.  They would reject a handout if they had an opportunity to work.  If the Latinos looked, they would see many of their family serving in the military.

Now I ask you, would a Latino vote for a communist or chose to be identified with a communist?  Think Van Jones, Trumka - AFL-CIO, Andy Stern -SEIU to get an appreciation for the answer.

Latinos, including all voters across this great country of ours, have a choice. Identifying with the Democrats of today is not the same thing as it was back in the '50's or'60's. That Democratic party has been taken over by a small majority known as the "Progressives."  Who are they?  Examine the records of the Van Jones et al    mentioned above.

Latinos may not all be college graduates, normally meaning we're not afraid to get our hands dirty.  But the blue collar/white collar divide normally associated with differentiating the Dem from the GOP is no longer.  The Latinos are becoming community leaders, good neighbors, productive members in cities and towns across the country, and where most willingly go, to fight our nation's enemies by serving in our military.  Ask yourself before you vote if the Dem seeking your vote ever served?  The Dems of today look down on our country's heroes.

Go to this link to see why Chris Hayes, MSNBC, feels uncomfortable calling Vets heroes, http://www.mediaite.com/tv/chris-hayes-feels-uncomfortable-about-calling-fallen-soldiers-heroes/.

Clinton, Obama did not serve.  Of course, they don't have to serve to be President of the United States.  But do they have to "loath" the military.

Consider Obama, campaigning on "Air Force One" to the tune of a million dollars a trip and at the same time calling for reduction in medical benefits to Vets.

I think "Latino's" see thru the blur or as some would say, see through the "bravo sierra".  Once Latino's look into the record, look for leadership; they will reject President Obama by the droves.  If he was so much in favor of his new immigration Executive Order, why didn't he make it permanent instead of two years.  Answer?  He's trying to buy votes.

Latino's aren't stupid.  They won't vote for a suit who doesn't know what "macho" means.  Obama is not "macho!".  He's never had a job.  He does know how to use cocaine and smoke pot.  He admitted he used his book, "Dreams from my father."

I say again, "Latino's" want a leader.  They want someone who can be trusted.  A man who has character.  A man who will stand up for his family.  "OBAMA IS NOT MACHO!"

Obama's "Good War"

Read Ben Anderson's book, No Worse Enemy, for a view on the progress of the "Good War" in Afghanistan under Obama's "leadership".

http://www.noworseenemy.com/