Its Too Late Too Apologize
By concretebob | February 5, 2010
H/T to Uncle Jimbo at Blackfive
http://www.blackfive.net/main/2010/02/a-perfect-companion-to-the-warrior-song.html
And that is high praise indeed, the Warrior Song is a tour de force. This is perhaps the greatest power ballad of all time. It’s called “It’s too late to apologize: A Declaration” and it features our Founding Fathers telling King George they have had enough. It brought tears to my eyes, and I think they should be playing this to open Tea Party events. Check it out.
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Morning Bell-Terror Trials and Intelligence
By concretebob | February 4, 2010
When Did the American People Elect Eric Holder Commander in Chief?
Following weeks of strong bipartisan criticism of their handling of terror trials and detainees, Attorney General Eric Holder released a letter yesterday defending the Obama administration’s criminal justice system approach to prosecuting the war against al-Qaeda. Defending his administration’s handling of the Flight 253 terrorist, Holder wrote: “I made the decision to charge Mr. Abdulmutallab with federal crimes, and to seek his detention in connection with those charges, the knowledge of, and with no objection from, all other relevant departments of the government.”
First, this statement directly contradicts the sworn Congressional testimony of Director of National Intelligence Adm. Dennis Blair who, when asked by Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) under oath if he had been consulted about how Abdulmutallab should have been interrogated, responded: “I was not consulted.” Under intense political pressure from the White House, Blair has since said his remarks were “misconstrued.” But his politically-pressured retraction was not made under oath. His initial statement was. At the very minimum, Congress must demand that both Holder and Blair testify under oath to settle this contradiction.
But more importantly, both the personal pronouns and the underlying substance of Holder’s letter speaks volumes about this administration’s approach to protecting the American people. Holder wrote yesterday: “Neither advising Abdulmutallab of his Miranda rights nor granting him access to counsel prevents us from obtaining intelligence from him. On the contrary, history shows that the federal justice system is an extremely effective tool for gathering intelligence.” Holder appears to be arguing that reading suspects their Miranda rights is a great way to get them to talk. But as American University law professor Kenneth Anderson notes: “The point of offering suspects the Miranda warning and associated rights is not in order to persuade them to talk, but in order to make sure they know they don’t have to and, if they have much in the way of brains, won’t.” Read the rest of this entry »
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By concretebob | February 3, 2010
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Congressman Trent Franks Endorses Scott Taylor for Congress
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Virginia Beach, Virginia - 2/3/2010 - Congressman Trent Franks(R-Arizona) has endorsed Scott Taylor for Congress. Congressman Franks sits on the Armed Services Committee with current Second
 Congressional incumbent Glenn Nye.Congressman Duncan Hunter(R-California), who also sits on the Armed Services Committee, will be coming down to host a fundraiser for Scott Taylor this upcoming March 5th. He will be there alongside television star and retired SEAL Rudy Boesch. For more details please e-mail Bre@Scotttaylorforcongress.com .
We at the Scott Taylor for Congress campaign would like to take a little time to explain how ugly politics can get. We have been maliciously attacked several times in this campaign. We will stay true to our conservative message of fiscal responsibility, energy independence and strong national defense. We will never attack or defame any other candidate in such a loathsome and repulsive manner as has been done to us. The citizens of the Second Congressional District deserve better than nauseating gutter politics.
In spite of this negativity and constantly well-funded misinformation, we will stay positive and focused on the important issues that this district and our nation face. We will continue to do so with open ears and smiles on our faces.
Scott Taylor would be pleased to sit down one on one with anybody who would like to discuss any issues personally. Scott Taylor is a man of faith, a patriot, and dedicated to servant leadership. To set up a personal meeting with Scott Taylor,
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Milblog Conference Updates
By concretebob | January 23, 2010
Admiral Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has been Invited to deliver opening remarks at The 2010 Milblog Conference
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Admiral Harvey to Speak at The MilBlog Conference
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It’s Official: The “Fifth Annual Milblog Conference and Party” Scheduled for April 9 and 10, 2010, Going to Be the Best Yet!
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“The Charitable Landscape” Panel Announced
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Official Milblog Conference Banner: Now Available for Download
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Registration for Fifth Annual MilBlog Conference & Party NOW OPEN!
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2010 Milblog Conference and Party, Sponsorship Packages
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Milbloggers In Haiti-SF Medics Step Up
By concretebob | January 23, 2010
Jake Wood who blogged from the frontlines of Iraq and Afghanistan, while dealing with sniper fire and hunting I.E.Ds, is now blogging about the relief efforts in Haiti. On January 17th, Jake and his 4 man team began taking medicine and much-needed supplies to the people of Haiti. His web site Jake’s Life, has now become Team Rubicon. You can stay updated on all the good they’re doing by visiting Jake’s blog. Military Blog Blackfive has also been covering their journey since the beginning, posting daily updates including photos and dispatches. Team Rubicon’s efforts have also received attention in the news – including a story by Catholic Online, a Catholic news site that reaches over 100 thousand users per day.
Jake Wood, a remarkable young US Marine military blooger (milblogger) and former University of Wisconsin Badgers football player, has established Team Rubicon for a joint medical relief operation with Jesuits in Port au Prince.
The operation is able to move more swiftly than larger, established aid organizations because it is privately-funded and overcomes three critical blocks in the flow of aid: security, lack of water, and organizational cumbersomeness.
Wood blogged his recent combat experience in Iraq and Afghanistan as Badger Jake at Jake’s Life, which has now become the home of Team Rubicon. He also served as a volunteer in the aftermath of hurricane Katrina.
According to Jake’s blog, Team Rubicon is assembling a second team to go to Haiti and they’re in need of: ER doctors, EMTs with pediatric skills. Rally point will be Fayetteville, NC. Click here for more info.
Read the entire Catholic Online story here.
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