Today's Roanoke Times has an article written by Dan Casey about Ralph Smith. Smith who was ousted by the new Senate redistricting has found a possible home for the upcoming 2012 session of the General Assembly.
Everyone has wondered what Senators Newman, Stanley and Smith would do after redistricting was in place. After last Thursday, we need not worry any longer. Senator Newman will continue to represent those in the 23rd district. But things were not that easy for Senator's Stanley and Smith.
Senator Stanley announced he will be running in the 20th district against Roscoe Reynolds. Stanley will be moving from one side of Franklin County about 10 miles away to a home he already owns. Much of Stanley's district falls under the new boundaries of the 20th district and those in much of the area already know him.
The boundaries of the 19th district stretch almost as large as a congressional district, going from the border of Campbell County to the far reaches of Wythville. The 19th now represents three Bedford County precincts, Roanoke County, Montgomery and farther into the southwest. Many not knowing this brings together a family history for Senator Smith, with the Bedford area he now hopes to represent covering the area his mother is from to the Smith Hollow Road his father is from. With dead center being the area his parents met and chose to call home and raise their family. This area couldn't be any better for the conservative Smith to seek to represent. It is unusual for Dan Casey to write a positive article about GOP candidates. He hit the mark when he described Senator Smith as a true conservative and someone that is in touch with his constituents.
We need to take three seats in the Senate and keep all the seats we have. Senator Stanley is stepping out and attempting to unseat one of the long term Dems and we applaud him for his leap into this district.
Gentlemen, we are behind you and will rally the troops to help you with your elections!
May 26, 2011
May 9, 2011
FEMA Not there for SW Virginia
Does it surprise anyone that FEMA waited until after the Governor had signed the budget before they announced they would not be offering support to the victims of SW Virginia that suffered losses from the recent tornadoes that came through the state? It was several weeks after the disaster before these people were told no. Why has the federal government waited so long before giving these people an answer.
There were 29 tornadoes in Virginia in April killing at least 10 and with 200 homes destroyed and over a thousand of homes and businesses damaged. Was the state given reasons as to why the request was denied? Many articles have been written regarding the request being denied, but none that describe what the criteria is for assistance.
Is the federal government upset because Virginia does not want to participate in the Healthcare mandate or because we are not going to sit by and watch quietly while our country gets further in debt.
There were 29 tornadoes in Virginia in April killing at least 10 and with 200 homes destroyed and over a thousand of homes and businesses damaged. Was the state given reasons as to why the request was denied? Many articles have been written regarding the request being denied, but none that describe what the criteria is for assistance.
Is the federal government upset because Virginia does not want to participate in the Healthcare mandate or because we are not going to sit by and watch quietly while our country gets further in debt.
Back from Vacation
After vacationing for a while from writing, today gave inspiration to get back in the grove.
In listening to WSBRadio.com, there was a discussion regarding Obama is "Sort of God." This is a statement made by Evan Thomas (not to be confused with Thomas Evans from the 5th District). He has been quoted as saying Obama had to step down to take the job as President.
When we have a President that people as looking at as a god, we have serious problems in this country. My Bible tells me we are not to put anyone or anything above God. When people start talking like this, it appears they are putting Obama above the one true God, Jesus Christ. June 9, 2009 Thomas was on Hardball with Chris Matthews and discussing a speech Obama gave in Cairo the night before.
Thomas talked about Obama explaining, "He's going to bring all different sides together....Obama is trying to sort of tamper everything down. He doesn't use the word terror. He uses extremism. He's all about let us reason together. He's the teacher....saying now children, stop fighting and quarreling with each other. A moral authority...."
In listening to the discussions this morning with callers from Atlanta, there was surprise and shock from those that had not heard this dialogue previously. With two years down in this Presidency, this should not be shocking to people. Those on the right should expect this kind of thinking.
Are republicans getting out there and talking with people to make sure they know what is being said and done by the liberal media? Are those involved in the GOP sitting back resting thinking we have a year to go before we need to get serious about the Presidential race? If you aren't doing something today, will tomorrow be to late? Will the 2012 race to go Obama again?
The challenge today is, get involved in some way. If it is only for an hour a month. Write letters to the editors, volunteer to make phone calls for a campaign, talk to someone in the local grocery store or while you are in line pumping gas. Make sure people around you know you do not support the current President and his administration. It is crucial today to talk to those around you and make sure they know he is not a god.
In listening to WSBRadio.com, there was a discussion regarding Obama is "Sort of God." This is a statement made by Evan Thomas (not to be confused with Thomas Evans from the 5th District). He has been quoted as saying Obama had to step down to take the job as President.
When we have a President that people as looking at as a god, we have serious problems in this country. My Bible tells me we are not to put anyone or anything above God. When people start talking like this, it appears they are putting Obama above the one true God, Jesus Christ. June 9, 2009 Thomas was on Hardball with Chris Matthews and discussing a speech Obama gave in Cairo the night before.
Thomas talked about Obama explaining, "He's going to bring all different sides together....Obama is trying to sort of tamper everything down. He doesn't use the word terror. He uses extremism. He's all about let us reason together. He's the teacher....saying now children, stop fighting and quarreling with each other. A moral authority...."
In listening to the discussions this morning with callers from Atlanta, there was surprise and shock from those that had not heard this dialogue previously. With two years down in this Presidency, this should not be shocking to people. Those on the right should expect this kind of thinking.
Are republicans getting out there and talking with people to make sure they know what is being said and done by the liberal media? Are those involved in the GOP sitting back resting thinking we have a year to go before we need to get serious about the Presidential race? If you aren't doing something today, will tomorrow be to late? Will the 2012 race to go Obama again?
The challenge today is, get involved in some way. If it is only for an hour a month. Write letters to the editors, volunteer to make phone calls for a campaign, talk to someone in the local grocery store or while you are in line pumping gas. Make sure people around you know you do not support the current President and his administration. It is crucial today to talk to those around you and make sure they know he is not a god.
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