In a sad but predictable move, Congressman Ron Paul let his libertarian colors ooze out as voted to repeal the Don”t Ask Don”t Tell policy of the U.S. military.  His so-called rationale is stated below:

“I have received several calls and visits from constituents who, in spite of the heavy investment in their training, have been forced out of the military simply because they were discovered to be homosexual,” Paul said Friday. “To me, this seems like an awful waste. Personal behavior that is disruptive should be subject to military discipline regardless of whether the individual is heterosexual or homosexual. But to discharge an otherwise well-trained, professional, and highly skilled member of the military for these reasons is unfortunate and makes no financial sense.”

This is what happens when one”s worldview is based on the autonomy of man vs. the sovereignty of God.  Ron Paul happens to be right on many issues, but falls short on acknowledging God and His Law as the sole source of our liberties.  The issue has nothing to do with “how good” of a soldier a homosexual may be.  The military is not a social experiment – and there is no moral justification for subjecting the average solider to potential rape, sexual harassment, or worse.

In fact the moral stance on this issue was well articulated by Sir William Blackstone, whose writings formed the foundation of the U.S. legal system. He advocated a more human punishment of hanging rather than burning to death homosexuals.  Also note how General George Washington dealt with a homosexual in his military, referring to the crime of sodomy with terms like abhorrence and detestation.

Libertarianism need not exclude God”s Law.  In fact without it, such a system would quickly collapse into anarchy and tyranny.  Ron Paul and his son would do well to learn this.  Studying our first President would be a great first step.

It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible.

George Washington

Church volunteers are great to have for volunteer work after a tornado – unless of course they have to audacity to wear those dreaded Christian tee-shirts.  In that case, a FEMA videographer will ask you to remove the offensive clothing.  The FEMA brass of course did the obligatory mea culpa after the damage was done.  Would FEMA ask muslim volunteers to remove their headscarves?

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof…

First Amendment, United States Constitution

In a remarkable display of arrogance coupled with ignorance, a senior citizens center in Georgia FORBADE the residents to pray in a communal group before meals.  Why?  Because the center receives federal funding.

We have been instructed…by the state regulatory agency that verbal prayer was not allowed at any senior center.

Not only do these bumbling bureaucrats not understand the first amendment, they have totally turned it on its head.  Maybe it”s time for grandpa to get medieval with his cane?

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

Conservative Salem Communications has acquired 1260 AM in Washington DC, a year after “Obama Radio” failed two weeks after inception.  The station carried liberal network Air America before it filed bankruptcy.

Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools…

Romans 1:22

British “scientist” Stephen Hawking has a new dire warning for us in a new documentary – communicating with extraterrestrial aliens could be dangerous! After all, they may be cute and cuddly like Alf, but inwardly as ravenous as the those things that terrorized Sigourney Weaver.

Hawking also takes a swipe at Christopher Columbus, comparing him to the aliens and the hapless native Americans to us unsuspecting earthlings.

Of course, there is zero evidence of aliens – zilch, zero, nada.  There IS evidence of demonic activity manifesting itself on the earth, but not aliens lurking in outer space plotting to colonize us.

As Answers in Genesis points out, the idea of extraterrestrial life does not line up with the teachings of Scripture.  Therefore, Hawking has problems on both the scientific AND theological fronts.  Maybe it”s better to quit while ahead?

The heaven, even the heavens, are the LORD”s: but the earth hath he given to the children of men.

Psalm 115:16

I am afraid that the schools will prove the very gates of hell, unless they diligently labor in explaining the Holy Scriptures and engraving them in the heart of the youth.

Martin Luther 1483-1546

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This news story speaks for itself.  This issue is not about racism against hispanics, or a lack of compassion for the poor, or filling jobs that “Americans just won”t do”. This is a national security issue, and respect for the rule of legitimate law.  Not to mention the dozens of Americans who are murdered daily by illegal immigrants.

Arizona governor Jan Brewer has acted correctly, and should be commended. (Janet Napolitano of all people knows the truth about this).  Since the Obama administration is following in lockstep with the Bush administration and plugging their ears while singing “la la la la”, other states must follow Arizona”s lead to protect American citizens.  Then the American people must demand a regime change in 2012 – for a number of reasons even more important than illegal immigration.

If the laws are to be so trampled upon with impunity, and a minority is to dictate to the majority, there is an end put to republican government – nothing but anarchy and confusion is to be expected hereafter.

George Washington

The American Family Association is sponsoring the Ohio Renewal Project Pastors” Policy Briefing in Cincinnati (May 17-18).  Featured speakers include David Barton from Wallbuilders and the Honorable Bob McEwen. (more…)

And so I wasn”t sure that I should actually come tonight. Biden talked me into it. (Laughter.) He leaned over and he said, “Mr. President — (laughter) — this is no ordinary dinner. (Laughter.) This is a big (beep) meal.” (Applause.)

Always a class act, the President of the United States opened his remarks at the annual White House Correspondents Dinner with the above witticism. The WCHD has been an annual tradition for 90 years, and has been attended by Presidents from Calvin Coolidge to Ronald Reagan.  Normally, the President mocks himself during the dinner, or is roasted by others.

However, Barack Obama has once again blazed a trail by adding vulgarity, plus using the event as another opportunity to take digs at his opponents. Republicans Scott Brown, Michael Steele, and Sarah Palin were among the targets of his barbs.

Some have been critical of the WHCD, citing that the President has become too cozy with the White House press corps.  (pronounced “corpse” by the President).  Now they can relax, Barry is just one of the boys, yucking it up. All that was missing was the cigarette and martini.

The foolish and wicked practice of profane cursing and swearing is a vice so mean and low, that every person of sense and character detests and despises it.

George Washington

If you weren”t aware of it, citizen, YOU are sick of your car and you prefer walking and biking. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood (aka “The Godfather”), in a startling yet common display of this administration”s arrogance, has proclaimed the end of the automobile era in America.

“People are sick of being stuck in traffic, stuck in their automobiles, and we want to help communities and neighborhoods that want more walking paths or biking paths—more transit,” LaHood told CNSNews.com.

No sir!  What Americans are sick of is unconstitutional and bloated federal agencies like yours, and bureaucrats like yourself trying to insert themselves into every facet of our lives.

The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people, it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government – lest it come to dominate our lives and interests.

Patrick Henry