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mad732 wrote on Feb 4, 2010 2:27 PM:

" I think it should be a law that if you don't vote you lose the right to gripe about politics. "




Local wrote on Feb 3, 2010 2:11 PM:

" On that note that is where my income comes from and its not taxable for a reason, I had to lose a lot to get it now I shouldn't be allowed to vote? "




Local wrote on Feb 3, 2010 2:08 PM:

" As a retired navy/disabled vet I find all you said as disrespectful. Lots of people died defending the RIGHT to vote along with all the other rights in the Constitution. "




Whatever cont. wrote on Feb 3, 2010 12:17 AM:

" There are a lot of reason's a person may not pay taxes. Housewives, Welfare recepients, SSI recepients, low wage earners,retirees, and military officers are a few groups that may not fit your criteria. Perhaps you would like to reconsider or reevaluate that criteria. "




Whatever wrote on Feb 3, 2010 12:08 AM:

" $100 million to create some positive PR is relatively cheap. Personally, I think it is difficult to put a price on human life. Martin Luther King gave his life to the civil rights movement. No other person embodies this movement more. President's day is actually a tribute to two presidents; Washington and Lincoln. Nixon chose to combine the two federal holidays into one because their birthdays were less than two-weeks apart. Every person has vested interest in the country in which they live and the laws that govern that country. "




Local one wrote on Feb 2, 2010 3:52 PM:

" *Bravo* Beutifully written. Not being a land owner yet, I don't like the Idea of not being able to vote according to the original constitution. Being a taxpayer and having the right to vote I believe is a fair trade. I also think that you should not be able to vote if you have been convicted of felonies. Some people don't understand that U.S. rights extend only to U.S. citizens, not everyone in the U.S. Many people living here have no intrest in anything but the U.S.$ to send back to their native land. Love divesity, Hate dishonesty "




Great Article wrote on Feb 2, 2010 1:30 AM:

" I agree entirely. I like the idea of only property owners, but, I think LEGAL TAXPAYERS is another good acid test. "




Ann wrote on Jan 29, 2010 6:28 PM:

" Area Republican, aka Barbara - I have never been popular in my entire life and do not aspire to that now that I am a senior. I only comment or opinion on certain topics, too bad, too sad. "




Area Republican wrote on Jan 29, 2010 3:41 PM:

" Ann......eat your heart out, you should be so popular! Too bad, so sad! Some people do not buy into all the BS around this valley or have to be popular with the "changeites!" "




Ann wrote on Jan 28, 2010 10:05 PM:

" I have not addressed a comment to Barbara and her multi-personalities or "jumped on the bandwagon" for a few months, though my memory is not a solid thing to trust. But it is comforting to know that Barbara and her multi-personalities are still holding vigil here in the KRV. I will sleep better tonight knowing she is keeping a watchful eye on all of the Progressives! Oh, and a watchful eye on the homosexuals here in the Valley. Good job. Folks, close your shutters, shades and/or drapes!! "




Mac wrote on Jan 27, 2010 8:51 AM:

" Barbara, no, you have not asked me to not comment to you since I came on this blog. In fact you have engaged me a number of times since I came here, so obviously your statement is completely untrue. Also, this is a public forum, your comments are public and I will comment to them if I wish. "




Area Republican wrote on Jan 27, 2010 12:19 AM:

" Mac, could you please edit your comments to not include comments to me; I have asked this of you since you came on this blog. Now, please listen to what I say, I am not interested in your opinion of me and what I say, nor is anyone else. "




True Blue wrote on Jan 27, 2010 12:15 AM:

" I am only giving back what Ann, Celia, Mac and Local say to me. I go for many weeks without any of you commenting to me, then you all start jumping on the "bandwagon!" Well, bully for you all!

You do not know who I am and no one thinks of me as a nutcase in this community, quite the contrary, however, everyone knows all of you are pro-gays and embrace the local progressive movement in this valley and are fairly new to the area! Just because you say so does not mean it is. "




Bob Walker wrote on Jan 26, 2010 5:43 PM:

" During the commentary period on this post, the most revisionist Supreme Court in history, took away about 97% of all American's ability to be heard politically. (That 97% includes men women, all colors etc-unless you are a multi-millionaire or corporation.) Now any lobbyist can tell any Senator, vote for our clients issue, or we will make sure you are not re-elected. And they are correct. They can do that.
So this endless local drivel of Liberal this and conservative that, means nothing. Neither have a voice anymore. Read "corporations rule" and billionairs. "




Mac wrote on Jan 26, 2010 3:03 PM:

" AR, could you please read stuff before you post them? A lot of what you say doesn't make any sense and what you are trying to get across is completely lost.

What makes you say that Local thinks freedom is taking advantage of others and what does that have to do with MLK? Also, progressives will be first in line for what? A little clarity would be appreciated. "




Local wrote on Jan 26, 2010 12:36 PM:

" A R. Actually I do read all post and I do understand the ones that are understandaable,which your post are not. It is you with a communication problem. You rant crazy talk and are mean. Ann, Celia, Mac make sense and are kind. BTW. I know who you are and you have a reputation as a nutcase. "




Mac wrote on Jan 25, 2010 11:20 PM:

" And AR, what is your deal with homosexuality? One guy mentions AIDS in relation to Haiti and you jump on the chance to turn this into yet another commentary on homosexuality. Your obsession makes me think maybe you doth protest too much. "




Area Republican wrote on Jan 25, 2010 10:38 PM:

" Local, I am sorry that you do not understand anything written and are either so naive or brainwashed you still think freedom means to take advantage of anyone you can. You are a minority in this United States!

You must read all comments to understand what anyone else is saying. Too late! The tables are turned, it is too late for all you progressives, you will be first in line. "




Ann wrote on Jan 25, 2010 10:03 PM:

" Jesus wept indeed. I wept when viewing the news and images from Haiti. I was particularly touched by the 78 year old doctor who went to Haiti to save children. He was "Grandpa" to them. Really terrific sacrifice from that man. A true person of Faith, and he said that Faith/Belief requires action and he stepped up to the plate. He will have a penthouse in Heaven. "




Mac wrote on Jan 25, 2010 4:29 PM:

" And thank you, Local. Some of the wildest things come off that person's keyboard. It's sad, really. Especially when they claim to be Christian. "




Mac wrote on Jan 25, 2010 4:28 PM:

" Jeez, Redneck (and your handle seems apt) where have you been? There has been a "day" for MLK for a number of years now. And AR, I beg to differ re: your statement that nobody hates people because of their skin. There are a lot of trashy "white pride" types running around this valley with swastika tattoos, I don't think they are particularly fond of those with a darker skin tone. "




Local wrote on Jan 25, 2010 2:21 PM:

" I will chip in to give A R et all a labotomy. OMG you are crazy and full of hate. Are you saying that we are in danger of getting aids if we help people in Haiti? And what "type of homosexual"were you supposedly "tracking"? Mac and Celia made valid points and all you can do is spew this crazytalk! You are evil! "




Area Republican wrote on Jan 25, 2010 12:17 PM:

" Celia and Mac, first of all, no one hates people just because of the color of their skin. People do object to their own safety being in danger. The first AIDS case was revealed in 1980 to the public, the carrier was a male flight attendant who based out of the United Kingdom and flew to the USA weekly. I know this as was in a position to be informed, the agency I was with tracked these types of homosexuals, they wanted to know how to keep it out of our country, they failed to uncover in time! "




celia wrote on Jan 25, 2010 8:32 AM:

" Mac We both noticed the same thing.

All I can say to these hateful people is the shortest bible verse."Jesus wept". "




celia wrote on Jan 25, 2010 5:34 AM:

" I wonder how many of you(really I wonder. sounds like an old multiple personality friend) claim to be Christian? Does your God love America only? And narrow it down further, North America only? Does your God not "give a hoot" about people in ALL countries? Does your God even care about man made borders? Does your God look at skin color like you do? Did Christ not say "love your neighbor"?I hope you never need help as it would be good karmic justice for people to say they "don't give a hoot" about you. "




Mac wrote on Jan 24, 2010 11:54 PM:

" How many people crying about aid to Haiti were whining when Bush gave 350 million to the tsunami victims? Like it or not, America will always take the lead during a tragedy. That's who we are. You whine about our tough times, ours are nothing compared to what Haiti is going through right now. A little perspective please. And is it just me, or do a number of those posts seem to be written by the same person? I notice the same familiar, slightly unhinged vibe in the last few. "




Thorn wrote on Jan 24, 2010 8:25 PM:

" Haiti sucks. Aids originated there. Give me a break. Really, be honest, seriously how many of you guys up here really care? Really care about that god forsaken third world country? Be honest, guys. "




Redneck wrote on Jan 24, 2010 8:09 PM:

" I cannot believe that this country has stooped so low as to have a National holiday to honor that guy. Give me a break! DAMM. "




Amen wrote on Jan 24, 2010 6:36 PM:

" Amen to that! What are we doing here? We have a nation in crisis, people up here in the Valley who cannot afford to live and eat and yet we are doling out money to Haiti. Haiti is not my vacation spot and I could give a hoot about those people. Sorry for my honesty, but how many of you guys really want our country to triumph? "




About Nothing wrote on Jan 23, 2010 9:53 PM:

" It is worries me how much we as a Nation come to the aid of every civilization on the planet who has a catastrophe, third world, no less. Our very own Nation is going through tough times and just how far can Obama Money be spread? I would like to wake up tomorrow and find that Obama is not President nor never was -- it was just a dream. DAMM. "




Much Ado wrote on Jan 23, 2010 12:30 PM:

" Gene, you struck several good points and a sensible citizen could not argue with what you say. This country has lost a sense of integrity and value and unfortunately it was the Bush administration that made it possible for a clown like Obama to achieve the presidency and further destroy our values and worth as a Nation. His ratings have dropped, good! It further amazes me that with all of the poverty, unemployment, and troubles in this Nation, we continue to fork out to third-world countries. Let the benefits and charities help. "




Mass first wrote on Jan 22, 2010 11:01 PM:

" Mac, you don't have to worry about me stagnating; sounds like you are the one who is compulsive, posting on everything written here---you are the one who should get out and talk to others, not everyone has the same progressive, socialist mind set you have. Don't worry about me, I do more for this community and fellow man in one week than you probably have done in your whole lifetime....advise comes cheap....try living your own life for a change....you might learn something! "




Mac wrote on Jan 21, 2010 10:57 AM:

" While you prattle on about "letting people think" you might want to do some yourself. Or maybe stretch your horizons, meet new people and learn a few things. It's sad when old folks just let themselves stagnate like that. "




Massachusetts First wrote on Jan 20, 2010 5:37 PM:

" You tell 'em Gene! Today we can celebrate because one state showed the new "Progressive/Liberals" they are tired of the "new business as usual created by the POTUS in January 2009"----part of the problem rests in the ability of the people such as the first commenter to this thread, in thinking they are intelligent and learned enough to make a rational decision regarding government/and the "ruling class." That is basically the problem, we let that class of people think! Now how do you "progressives" like that? "




celia wrote on Jan 20, 2010 8:00 AM:

" The "dreamer" you speak of was one of the most reasonable,inspirational and power for good people who ever walked the earth!

The "reason" one had to be a property owner to vote was not exactly nobel. Black people(slaves) and women could not own property therefore could not vote. I shudder to think that some today wish that were still true.Our world is better when ALL are equal and ALL have a voice.

If helping your neighbor is our countries "wildest" dream, I'm all for it: as was another great teacher you claim to follow. "