Valor And Vitriol !!!

A Federal Judge in Denver has ruled that the Stolen Valor Act is "fiscally unconstitutional" because it violates free speech, he then dismissed a criminal case against Rick Strandlof,  a man who lied about being an Iraqi war veteran.  U.S. District Judge Robert E. Blackburn issued his decision a week ago Friday, and rejected the prosecution's argument that lying about having awards, military medals, and citations, "dilutes their meaning and significance."  For those of you who may not know, the "Stolen Valor Act" is, or was a law enacted making it illegal to state or claim that one is or was a person who is or has served in the United States Military without having done so.
I ask you.....  How can this be allowed to happen !!!  What could possibly posses a man, (using the term loosely), to state a blatant lie about service to his Country ?  How can he sleep at night ?  Worse yet, how can he ever look a true Veteran in the face ?  One can't help but wonder if his parents were veterans, or how they feel about his lies ?  In addition, I think this Judge should be, "Drawn and Quartered"!  Even if this decision was based on a technicality, (I smell liberal bias), this judge should at the very least, be made to apologize to the millions of men and women who have faithfully, honorably, and yes, truthfully served this Country.
Look....... This issue has nothing to do with free speech, the first amendment, or any kind of constitutionality.  This is nothing more than a story about two cowards.  One who apparently had neither the ability nor the hubris to serve his Country, and the other who without fail, holds nothing but contempt for those who have.  Honestly my friends, nothing in recent memory, nothing has made me angrier than this, and quite frankly, it should enrage all of you as well !!!
Perhaps this Judge would like to explain this decision to the family, mother, father, wife, and or children, of a fallen hero that the "Bronze Star" awarded to him posthumously, means nothing, while the liar, Mr. Strandlof states that he has one too.  Or, perhaps Mr. Strandlof would like to say to the group of friends, standing at the "Wall" (Viet Nam Memorial), remembering their buddy, the one that saved their lives, that he too has a Purple Heart.  I'm quite sure he'd be bleeding before his words were complete.  Maybe we could take this Judge and this criminal to a Veteran's Hospital, and watch while they tell one of the many amputees, that their injuries were, "unconstitutional"
That's why my friends, I hold such vitriol for both of these individuals, and for more than one reason as well.
We, as a Nation, owe our very existence to the Veterans that served this Country, and a pedestal has yet to be erected that is high enough to do them honor.  And to have a Federal Judge, in one fell swoop, bloviate from the bench that this means nothing, and to have someone who can only be described as being, less than a man, say without remorse or revelation, that he too should be listed among the ranks of those who served with Valor is without a doubt.... an abomination.  And, in conclusion, I know, that these two Bastards, will surely....
Burn in Hell !!!



David W. Emerick
"Cowboy"

Thou Shalt Not Kill !!!

Does the statement, or Commandment even mean anything anymore ?  Or worse, did it ever ?  The Sixth Commandment, as written in Exodus 20: 13 and again in Deuteronomy 5: 17, more specifically states the word Murder.  I don't know about you my friends, but I was raised to adhere to the Ten Commandments, but I as you, quite probably have failed to do so.  Having said this, I'm also sure we've never had the desire, much less motive to comitt murder.  To knowingly and willingly take an other's life.  So, if we are to believe that life itself is the ultimate gift from God,  how do we, as a society put a price on it ?  This is a question that has haunted both men of the cloth, as well as men of the legislature.  I, in no way have the answer but, I do think I understand the question.  What do we as human beings possess that is of equal value to life ?  The only possible answer is life.  Therefore, if one takes a life, one must pay the ultimate price... Life !  I'm well aware that this topic does and will probably always stir up controversyy, but I think there are other questions that also need answering.

What's more disturbing to me than all the killing going on in the world today,  is our ever increasing and insatiable appetite for it.  I realize that there will always be sick people capable of perpetrating this gruesome deed, and that in certain circumstances that accidents happen, (my God, you can't read a paper or watch the news without hearing about it), But why do we insist on seeing this ellectively ? 

Look at television for instance.  Reality shows like, "The next 48", "American Justice", that highlight police department's homicide divisions and the case loads they deal with on a daily basis, with promos like, "An all new Season",  I don't know what worse, seeing these shows spotlighting murder, or the fact that they have enough material for an all new season of it !

We can argue about the "Death Penalty" until we're blue in the face, I am not ashamed to say I support it.
However, I think we could agree on this.  If the the death penalty is supposed to serve as a deterrent, why can't they make TV shows with names like, "What happens when you kill", or "The Price of Murder"  Show the potential murderer the consequence of the crime, before it is committed ! That is the only way the death penalty can be a deterrent ! Show it.... In full living Color !!!  Show them that only God can take the life he gave without repercussion.  For then, and only then my friends, will it have any meaning...THOU SHALT NOT KILL !!!



David W. Emerick
"Cowboy"

OBAMA vs. BREWER !!!

That's how the lawsuit should read !  I actually spent this morning reading this piece of political excrement, (I wonder if Eric Holder did ?), all twenty-five pages of it. This diatribe of propaganda is nothing more than a mirror into the soul of Barrack Obama.  If you really think about it, he's like a little kid bully.  I can almost picture the scene, the President of the free world, inside the confines of the most powerful office, stomps his feet, and yells, " Rahm....David....Valerie....Look....Look what that bitch did , she signed it...I can't believe she signed it !!!  This law is going to make ME look bad !!!  What do you plan to do about it hmmm ???"  The afore mentioned, three stooges, quivering in their shoes, pause, give each other a stupid look, and say, "we'll sue Mr. President !!!  We'll put the Attorney General in front of the cameras and sue !!! " I'll bet that's exactly how it happened !!!
Truth is my friends,  this lawsuit has nothing to do with immigration control much less the safety, health' or welfare of the citizens of the State of Arizona.  It's nothing more than an ego trip for Obama, a power grab for an individual who just never seems to get enough.  The minute Governor Brewer signed that legislation, (and make no mistake...he was watching it, live),  he knew what he was going to do, and quite probably had the wheels in motion before the ink on the bill was dry.  The President doesn't care one iota about potential racial profiling because he, even after his term of ruining this country, won't have to care about being profiled will he, surrounded by Secret Service protection for the rest of his life.  This is a man who cares only about his legacy and how to maintain it.
In addition, in an obvious and surely sudden attack of conscience, or more likely,  a complete and total lack of testicular fortitude, the Attorney General of the United States of America,  Eric Holder's name, mysteriously appears nowhere on the lawsuit.  That's right my friends, the one document that will no doubt define Eric Holder's career, does not even bare his name !  Penned by two of his cronies.  And,  to add insult to injury, the DOJ acting on behalf of the Executive Branch, in their summation, or "Prayer to the Court", seeks to recieve reimbursement of all  costs and fees incurred.   Can you believe it ?
I hope and pray Governor Brewer and the people of the State of Arizona prevail in this matter, but should they loose the day,  Here is what I would recommend.
The suit states that it is the responsibility of the federal government, together with other agencies, ie., ICE, DHS, and so forth to provide and ensure border security, and to adjudicate those who are found in violation.  So, if they loose, they, (Brewer and the State), should retroactively file suit against the Federal Government, (President Obama) by name, citing prima facia evidence, that the Government did, knowingly and willingly fail to comply with the law on which they had just cited in the previous case, that they won.   Also to wit, dereliction of duty, and willful misconduct by and of a Head of State.  All of which are impeachable offences.
Please my friends, take a few minutes to read the lawsuit, and see if you don't agree.  The arrogance this administration has demonstrated is second to none, and something must be done about it.  Call your Congressmen, Senators, and all Representatives.  Tell them, we can stand no more of this...   Is this the "Change" we wanted ?



David W. Emerick
"Cowboy"

"Submitted For Your Approval"

As I sit here, in the haze of exhaled cigarette smoke, clad in the dark suit and razor thin necktie, shrouded in the mystery of being filmed in back and white and asking questions whose answers are conjecture at best, I realized, that I'm not Rod Serling,  But....the answer is so simple that if it were a snake, I would certainly be looking for the anti-venom kit !

The Chinese people, primarily during the "Ming Dynasty" (1368-1644) noted, and widely recognized as, "One of the greatest eras of orderly government and social stability in human history", performed a task, or finished a task of what I'm sure was considered then to be of monumental and epic proportions.  What did they do you may ask ?.............THEY BUILT A DAMN WALL !!!
That's right my friends, a wall.  Why ?  The answer is simple, to keep out the unwanted.  Nothing more !  It wasn't constructed as a testament to the technology of the times, or as an idol in which to pray to, nor was is then touted as one of the "Seven Wonders of the World".  Simply a wall.  A border.  In all it's glory, stating the obvious, "Do Not Cross!".... What on earth could be more simple ?  But I digress !!!

The Immigration problem facing America today is an easy fix, and I do mean easy.  Let me explain.  When this fledgling Republic first started to accept the weak, the tired, and the huddled masses, we were the Greatest Nation on Earth, Freedom, opportunity, endless resources, where by the sweat of one's brow determined one's degree of success.  Yes, my friends, The American Dream !  So, as we became the melting pot of the world, and the immigrants passed the Statue of Liberty at Ellis Island to start their new lives, it only made sense to pass legislation stating that the children of these new American Citizens would also be American Citizens !

Today however, America is being inundated with illegal immigrants. Our border to the south has made us a laughing stock to the rest of the World.  While I don't begrudge any one's attempt at a better life, I certainly hold nothing but contempt for those who circumvent the law.  Furthermore, why should the offspring of these criminals be considered citizens of this country with no bias ?  This my friends, is the root of the problem, and could be easily remedied.  The first true step to "Immigration Reform"  The vast majority of these criminals come to this Country knowing of this law/loophole in advance of their arrival.

So,  My "Comprehensive" Plan for Immigration Control is as follows; (This is so simple)
    
       1.  Build the Damn Wall !!!!
       2.  Place every man, woman, and child, who cannot produce documentation of their Immigration status, on the opposite side of the "Damn Wall"
       3.  Repeal the law, (part of the 14th ammendment), granting "at birth citizenship" to children of illegal immigrant's and put them behind the "Damn Wall"
       4.  Take all of the Illegal Alien Inmates, choking our prison system out from behind their current wall, and Place them behind our "New Damn Wall", and place the employers who hire the illegals behind those other walls.
       5.  Stop the welfare checks and Emergency room visits, housing, student loan and grants, and give each one of them, $10.00, a first aid kit, a bottle of water, and a copy of Rosetta Stone, and put them over the "Damn Wall"
       6.  Take all the "seized narcotics" and throw them over the "Damn Wall", and watch and see who follows !

I'm guessing you get my point.  We're spending way too much time trying to be the nice guy in this debate instead of just securing our borders, and telling everyone else, "Screw You" , if you don't want to follow our rules.  Come on my Friends....Is this America,  or is it really.....   The Twilight Zone !!!



David W. Emerick
"Cowboy"

In The Court Of "Public Opinion"

For all intents and purposes, a Grand Jury has been convened.  Seated within it's chambers, in all their glory,  are "We the People".  A term dear to us, but somehow rued by the administration currently seated in our nation's capital.  And as such, thus they shall be herein after referred to as the "Defendant"!
Webster's defines Extortion, (noun) as, "Illegal and deliberate use of one's official position or powers to obtain property, funds, or patronage."  Does this not apply to the "Defendant vs. British Petroleum ?
Furthermore, the definition of, Obstruction of Justice,  "Impeding those who seek justice in a court, (as by trying to threat, influence, or intimidate,) any witness, juror, or officer of the Court."  Seems to me that this is directly applicable to the "Defendant vs. State of Arizona".  Other charges include, but aren't limited to, Subversion.  Defined as, "The act or an instance of subverting, or overthrowing a legally constituted government or institution."  Isn't the State of Arizona a legally constituted government ?  Is not Governor Brewer an Officer of the Court ?
While the Jury is seated,  Webster's definition of...Fraud.  " A false representation, of a matter of fact- whether by words or conduct, by false or misleading allegations, or by concealment of what should have been disclosed- that deceives and is intended to deceive another, so the individual will act upon it to his or her legal injury."  I'm no lawyer, but can't all of us see the defendant blatantly doing this all the time ?
How about this...  Dereliction of Duty (Neglect) "Failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances."  Your Honor Please.... That's a Slam Dunk !!!
Finally, ladies and gentlemen of the jury,  I have one last definition for you......    Treason !!!  A noun, defined by Webster's Dictionary as, "Violation of allegiance towards one's Country or Sovereign, especially the betrayal of one's Country by waging war against it or by consciously and purposely acting to aid its enemies."
The ladder may be a stretch, but honestly not by much.  I genuinely believe that this administration is knowingly and willingly subverting our Government !  Think about it....  What other possible explanation could there be ?  His goal is to bring this Country down to the level of any of a host of "Banana Republics", in the hopes that he can level the so called playing field.  If you still harbour any doubt of what this President's motives are, what his agenda is, just take a minute, and apply the definitions listed above with any of the myriad of policy decisions and proposed solutions to the issues facing America today!  Because I,  as I'm sure many of you agree, the one statement  I would most love to hear most from Attorney General Eric Holder, or his  impending replacement  is.........  Mr. President.......  You have the right to remain... Silent.......!!!



David W. Emerick
"Cowboy"

A Voice From The Past !

It seems to me a barriers' been put in place, a divide of sorts, between the Obama administration and the people of the United States Of America. Shortly after the election, came the call for affordable health care for all Americans. But there was sharp divide on the issue. The President, and his new regime, Pelosi, Reid, Emanuel, and Axelrod, spun this issue in an effort to make us believe that we just couldn't go on without it. And in the face of overwhelming opposition, we now have "socialized medicine".
Then came the "Stimulus Package". A 787 billion dollar shot in the arm for America, a plan that was most certainly a knee jerk reaction to a stock market correction that takes place predictably every so many years. Granted, the future looked dim, but this idea, that's the epitome of deficit spending, was again, opposed by the majority of Americans, and consequently, "jammed" down our throats.
The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan can be debated until the cows come home, but the American people, in an overwhelming voice have said, "We're there, so we must win !!! We must support and fund our troops." Yet, we must fight, kick and scream for every dollar allocated to the military,against the liberal left in both the House and Senate.
Almost the entire Country has come out in support of the legislation passed by Governor Brewer and the People of Arizona, yet the Obama administration spearheaded by Eric Holder plans to sue... Sue !!!
Now, we have a catastrophe of epic proportions, unfolding before our very eyes, with this oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, that without fail, will adversely affect almost every man, woman and child in this Country. In the face of this, do we welcome help from the vast out pouring of offers that have come in from Countries all of the world ? No... We don't ! As Americans scream for leadership and answers from the President, due to this wall that's been erected, seem to have fallen on deaf ears.
I seem to recall a speech form one of, if not the greatest leader of my time anyway, that bears resemblance to the issues we face today. The speech, delivered by President Ronald Reagan in 1987, standing in front of the Brandenburg Gate, resulted in the fall of the Berlin wall, and the collapse of communism in the Soviet Union.
In the speech, President Reagan said, " We welcome change and openness; for we believe that freedom and security go together, that the advance of human liberty can only strengthen the cause of World Peace." (Sound familiar ?)
He continued, and for the purpose of making my point, that a wall has been built between this current administration, and the citizens of America, a closed gate, that prohibits our ideas from forming policy, I will replace the words, (Soviet Union) with America, and the name (Gorbachev) with Obama.
"We welcome change and openness; for we believe that freedom and security go together, that the advance of human liberty can only strengthen the cause of world peace. There is only one sign that the administration can make, that would be unmistakable, that would advance dramatically the cause for freedom and peace. President Obama, if you seek peace, if you seek prosperity for the people of the United States of America, if you seek liberty, Come here to this gate, Mr. Obama... Open this gate..... Mr. Obama..... TEAR DOWN THIS WALL !!! "



David W. Emerick
"Cowboy"

Of All Places...!!!

This bureaucracy that has come to be known as Washington DC, the place that we, as Americans grow continually more cynical, and weary of it's every move, has now infuriated me in such a way, that I honestly don't think the reputation of corrupt capitulation, cruel and capricious actions, and blatant acceptance of the status quo, that it's come to be recognized for, in my lifetime anyway, can ever be restored. Recently, an article in the Washington Post states, "Chaos at Arlington National Cemetery: Mismarked graves, dumping of urns....."
I'm certain I speak for all Veterans of all branches, for anyone who has has served this Country, for all the families who have had a loved one fall in battle, succumbed to maladies or torture at the hand of the enemy or even the past mistakes of our very own Country, not to mention the ones who have lived their entire lives, having to remember the horrors of war. Having to remember friends and loved ones lost, then laid to rest at this National Treasure. It makes my blood boil to think that the final resting place for our hero's is being mismanaged by people who just don't care ! This my friends is an abomination !!!
The cemetery, which surrounds Arlington House, once the home of Gen. Robert E. Lee, is across the Potomac River from the District. It averages 27 funerals each workday and about 100 a week, and is known for it's rows and rows of modest white tombstones. More than 300,000 people are buried there, including 2 Presidents, scores and scores of Generals and Admirals, and tens of thousands of men and women who have served this Country, their spouses and children.
Arlington National Cemetery, most definitely, is Halowed Ground !!! At the very least, we owe our very lives to the occupants at rest within it's confines. In my opinion, not one blade of grass should be out of place, much less have a hero's ashes dumped out in a pile of turned over dirt, a grave marker placed on the wrong or even empty crypt. My God America....!!! We can place a cruise missile into the bedroom window of a third world country's dictator's daughter just to make a statement..... But we can't maintain a Cemetery !!! What's wrong with this picture ?
Granted, burials at Arlington have skyrocketed in recent years, more than 100,000 since 1990, and in light of that, staff has been cut from 140 to 97. (Why do you suppose that is?)
All I can say is.... President Obama, I know how much you like "Stimulus", and I know you like to spend money that you know we don't have. So on the eve of our Countries Independence Day, and a day among the most somber, when America remembers her fallen heroes. How about this, you know that little box on our income tax forms asking if we would like to donate a dollar to the Presidential re-election campaign ? See what happens if you change that to donate a dollar to the upkeep at Arlington, and watch the influx of cash to your coffers. I know I speak for all Americans, not just those who have served, why don't you throw a few bucks towards Arlington.... Stimulate patriotism.... Stimulate the preservation of our heritage... Stimulate the gratitude of a grateful Nation.... My God.... Of all Places !!!



David W. Emerick
"Cowboy"