Obama’s Gameplan For Winning In 2010 and 2012
- By Mike Scruggs
Changing the Electorate - Part 1
President Barack Obama’s poll num-bers are in a steep dive. According to the Rasmussen Daily Presidential Tracking Poll on December 13, only 23 percent of American voters strongly approve of his job performance. Strong disapproval is registered by a whopping 42 percent. Rasmussen’s Presidential Approval Index has fallen to a record low of –19. Overall, 47 percent of voters somewhat approve of the President’s performance, down from a lofty 65 percent during his first days in office. A majority, 53 percent, now disapproves, but it is the shattering 42 percent indicating strong disapproval that demonstrates the ferocity of voter discontent with his policies and proposed legislative agenda. This is an early indication of a potentially high turnout of anti-Obama voters versus a weak turnout of pro-Obama voters, unless political sentiments change dramatically by the 2010 elections. Among the crucial unaffiliated or independent voters, Obama is racking up a catastrophic 49 percent strong disapproval rating compared to only 21 percent strong approval.
Walking Tall
- By Terry M. Thacker
On April 6-7, 1862, tens of thousands of soldiers, both Union and Confederate, fought bravely on the field of battle at a place called Pittsburg Landing, a point on the Tennessee River in southwestern Tennessee. That altercation came to be known as the battle of Shiloh.
In the last installment of this travel series I told you of my most recent visit to Shiloh. This week I would like to tell you about another conflict that took place in the same vicinity a century later.
The War between Good & Evil
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
The war between good and evil has apparently been raging since the beginning of time. Deception has been a tool used by those who would employ evil to achieve evil goals since the serpent deceived Eve and tricked her into eating the “forbidden fruit” in the Garden of Eden.
During earlier times, deception was practiced by individuals on individuals or relatively small groups. But now, in the electronic age, deception has become a “science” practiced routinely by corporations, media moguls and governments on entire racial, religious, economic or political groups. Deception has become a tool for achieving wealth and power over others.
Joyful Harps releases new CD!
- By Press Release
Heather and Raquelle Sheen, the harp duo known as Joyful Harps, have recently released a new CD called Joyful Harps Yesteryear. This is their sixth CD and, like all the others, features their original arrangements for twin Celtic harps.
Greenville County Council Votes to Approve 22 Goals of Land Use Plan
- By Bob Dill
Objectives and Strategies for Each Goal will be Voted on Individually in Early 2010
After receiving legal advice from the County Attorney, Greenville County Council, by a voice vote, approved the portions of the Comprehensive County Plan mandated by state law.
Action on Appendix F was deferred until next year except for the 22 goals contained therein that will be voted on individually by Council beginning in January and February of 2010. (See the 22 goals listed elsewhere in this issue).
Kathy Davis President, Greenville County Republican Women’s Club for 2010-2011
- By Bob Dill
State GOP Chairman Karen Floyd Installed GCRWC Officers
Kathy Davis became the president of the Greenville County Republican Women’s Club during installation ceremonies at the Poinsett Club in Greenville, Thursday, December 3rd. The gavel was passed to Davis by outgoing President Geri Warren, who has provided dynamic leadership through an unprecedented period of growth and achievements. GCRWC is currently the largest Republican Women’s Club in South Carolina, and has a reputation for activism and influence that has been a magnet for attracting candidates for national as well as statewide office who are anxious to speak before the influential club membership. Geri Warren was chosen President for the Year by the South Carolina Federation of Republican Women and under her leadership the GCRWC received the Federation’s Diamond Award.
Christmas in Dixie
- By Bob Dill
The Museum and Library of Confederate History Each Friday
The 16th Regiment, Camp 36, Sons of Confederate Veterans Museum and Library of Confederate History presents Christmas in Dixie, December 2009 each Friday evening from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. through December 18th at 15 Boyce Ave. in Greenville, South Carolina.
Remember Pearl Harbor!
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Sunday morning, December 7, 1941, was a wakeup call that led to the greatest military buildup in world history and a national commitment to fight until victory was achieved.
A look back in history reveals that Americans paid a heavy price in finances and blood while the Communists in Russia and China received the spoils. Since World War II, American wars in Korea and Vietnam have been fought in defense of free people threatened by Communist aggressors. American politicians have denied victory to the armed forces in each instance.
Ed Paxton Dresses Down County Government
- By Bob Dill
Citizen Ed Paxton was the only person to sign up to speak at the December 2nd meeting of Greenville County Council.
Paxton speaks slowly and deliberately. There is no mistaking what he says and he typically does not use words lightly.
A Taste Of Truth
- By Ray Simmons
For months now we have been hearing from the Democrats that we need a comprehensive health care reform, that the American people want this and that it will save money. Now we are hearing that it will actually reduce the deficit by some three-quarters of a trillion dollars over time...that period of time I'm not quite sure about, but having seen government in action I can guarantee it will not reduce the deficit. Listening to the Senator's (Reid's) comments at the press briefing this afternoon I felt myself in the position that Congressman Joe Wilson from South Carolina succumbed to when he shouted "Liar" as the President spoke on the health care bill earlier.
Global Climate Convention to Begin December 7th
- By Bob Dill
Dr. Jerome Corsi Denied Access
The Copenhagen Global Climate Convention that is billed as “a major step forward in global governance” is set to begin Monday, December 7, 2009. It is ironic that the conference that could result in the loss of freedom for Americans begins on the anniversary of the sneak attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941.
President Obama is scheduled to speak on the opening day and make promises to the world for the American people to keep.
Tim Scott Fundraiser
- By Thomas C. Hanson
A reception was held at the home of Tex Small for State Rep. Tim Scott, a Republican candidate for Lt. Gov. of South Carolina. Rep. Scott resides in Charleston and represents District 117 that includes Charleston and Berkly Counties. He served for 12 years on Charleston County Council.
Marlar: “War Was Not Caused By Slavery”
- By Bob Dill
Jack Marlar, Field Representative for SCV International, addressed the Sons of Confederate Veterans, 16th Regiment, Camp 36, during their monthly meeting Thursday, November 19th. His topic: “War Was Caused by Slavery?///No!” Using original source historical material, Marlar made a strong case for the true basis for the War Between the States that resulted in the invasion and occupation of South Carolina and other Southern states and unspeakable atrocities against the civilian population and their property.
Freedom for Honduran People Aided by DeMint
- By Bob Dill
Sen. DeMint Major Force in Permitting Free Elections
“Yesterday we had our most important date with destiny, And Honduras won!” said Rodrigo Cantero, a correspondent for ALG News.
“We fought our most important battle without firing a shot. We let the ballots be our bullets, just like the fathers of democracy intended. We went against 21st century Socialism and won.”
Bloody Shiloh
- By Terry M. Thacker
If asked to name a Civil War battle off the top of their heads, most people would probably say Gettysburg. Some people might respond with Antietam (aka Sharpsburg), or Bull Run (Manassas) or perhaps even Vicksburg or Atlanta.
The battle of Shiloh would probably not be the first one to come to mind, but it was still one of the most important battles of the war, especially in the western theater. The fighting produced over 23,000 casualties and was the largest battle in the Mississippi River region during the war.
Four Pillars of Deceit Support Criminal Climate Change Fraud
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
There is no denying that Rush Limbaugh is a great communicator when it comes to creating illustrations that highlight an important point in logical, understandable terms.
I only hear his program on Tuesdays most weeks as I journey to Laurens and back to Greenville. Last Tuesday he came up with the “four corners (or pillars) of deceit” that have perpetuated the man-made global warming myth, the colossal “big lie” that has made Al Gore and other environmental “wackos” wealthy, and is the basis for a massive seizure of power and transfer of wealth that is about to destroy our constitutional republic and the last vestige of freedom in the world.
Maj. Rudolf Anderson Memorial Ceremony Held At Woodlawn Memorial Park
- By Gilbert Scales
On Saturday, November 14, American Legion Post 3 members held a memorial service for Major Rudolf Anderson, Jr., at Woodlawn Memorial Park.
American Legion Post 3 Commander John Collins was Master of Ceremony. His opening remarks contained a brief outline of Rudy Anderson’s life growing up in Greenville, SC. He graduated from Greenville High School and later from Clemson College where he was a member of the Air Force ROTC program. After he was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant, he underwent flight training as a F-86 pilot and he flew combat missions over Korea during the Korean War.
Council Passes Comprehensive Plan On Second Reading Despite Strong Opposition
- By Bob Dill
Final Vote Set for December 1, 2009
On a voice vote, Greenville County Council agreed to move the County’s comprehensive land use plan to a third and final reading and vote set for December 1, 2009. Amendments to the plan will be permitted at that meeting.
Prior to the vote on Tuesday, November 17, Jim Burns, chairman of the committee sponsoring the bill held a public hearing. Thirty minutes of comments each were permitted for those in favor of the plan and those opposed.
More Democrats Running on Divisive Issues
- By Bob Dill
Hatred of Confederate Flag Based on Ignorance of Factual History
The Sate newspaper reported on November 20 that two candidates for Governor Mullins McCLeod a Charleston attorney and Sen. Vincent Sheheen of Camden, both Democrats seeking their party’s nomination for Governor of South Carolina, have announced as part of their platform, they want to get the Confederate battle flag off State House grounds.
License to Wheel, Deal and Steal
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
The founders of our constitutional republic advised that they had created a “republic if we can keep it.” They also warned that the new form of government that they had created provided for a degree of freedom, balance and checks that had never before been achieved and was suitable only for a moral and ethical people who were capable of self-control and self-constraint.
Taylor Requests Council Return Land Use Plan to Committee
- By Bob Dill
Hold Public Meetings on Infringement of Private Property Rights, Free Enterprise
In a letter to Greenville County Council Chairman Butch Kirven, Robert G. Taylor, president of the Greenville County Taxpayers Association, requests that “Council return (the Greenville County Comprehensive Land Use Plan) to Committee to hold public meetings that identify all areas that infringe on Private Property Rights and the Free Enterprise System.”
Taylor states that the Association supports sound professional planning, but is opposed to “exploitive planning, which is conducted to produce a predetermined outcome. As an example, Imagine Greenville is almost a copy of previous plans dating back to Visions 2000 and 2005.”
Veterans Day Ceremony Held In Spite of Weather
- By Gilbert Scales
On a very blustery, chilly and rainy morning, the annual Veterans Day ceremony was held on Wednesday, November 11, at 10 a.m. at Greenville County Square. The theme of this year’s program was “Veterans Honoring Veterans.”
Approximately 250 veterans, family members, and guests braved the elements to attend this year’s program.
George Blevins, Greenville County Veterans Affairs Officer, welcomed those attending the event this year in spite of the bad weather conditions.
Wade Hampton High Names General to “Wall Of Honor”
- By Bob Dill
Wade Hampton High School Principal Lance Radford and Senior Aerospace Instructor Col. Ben Pittman presented the first annual veteran’s Wall of Honor award to Brigadier General Wayne Brock during a Veterans Day program in the school auditorium with the school’s Air Force JROTC cadets and invited local veterans, including 3 World War II veterans who were in attendance.
Lessons From The Vietnam War: Truths the Media Never Told You
- By Bob Dill
Hardback- 250 pages- $24.95 (Copies Available for sale at The Times Examiner Office)
Lessons from the Vietnam War is an accurate, interesting and comprehensive account of a tragic, painful and prolonged event in American History. Decorated Vietnam War Veteran and noted Historian Mike Scruggs skillfully sifted through the propaganda and political correctness of the 1960s and 1970s and recorded the facts of the Vietnam War from beginning to end including the views of dictators in Hanoi and decisions of politicians and bureaucrats micro-managing a war from Washington, DC. Lessons from the Vietnam War honors the service of heroic Americans in uniform who sacrificed to win the war and exposes those who undermined their efforts and ushered in a Communist victory unopposed by American Power.
Charleston County GOP Censures Sen. Lindsey Graham Senator Eyeing Sec Def Appointment?
- By Bob Dill
The Republican Party of Charleston County has voted to censure Sen. Lindsey Graham, according to county GOP Chairman Lin Bennett.
“U. S. Sen. Lindsey Graham in the name of bipartisanship continues to weaken the Republican brand and tarnish the ideals of freedom, rule of law, and fiscal conservatism,” the resolution stated.
Ignore Local Issues at Our Peril
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
There are literally too many things to worry about these days. Some of us choose to “turn it off and tune it out.” We rationalize that we already have all the problems we can handle and, after all, God is in control. But ignoring a problem, leaving it to others, or pretending it doesn’t exist does not make it go away. Problems left unsolved seldom resolve themselves.
The Congress is spending our children and grandchildren into financial servitude to the state and foreign governments. President Obama is flitting around the world in Air Force One and making financial commitments to foreign countries as if the federal money pit has no bottom.
Veterans Day at BiLo Center
- By Bob Dill
Senator Jim DeMint was the Keynote Speaker at the Veterans Day celebration on the grounds of the Bi Lo Center, Friday, November 6, sponsored by the BiLo Center and the Col. Robert Anderson Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution. Music was provided by the Travelers Rest High School Band. The ceremonial bell was provided by the Furman University Army ROTC unit.
“Honor Flight” Veterans Visit D.C. Memorials
- By Gilbert Scales
“H” Hour arrived on Wednesday, November 4, for the eighty-six men and two women, World War II veterans, who were scheduled to be on the third “Honor Flight” Upstate South Carolina.
These veterans got up Wednesday morning before dawn, just as they had done during military basic training almost seventy years ago.
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