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Oldest DNA Ever Recovered Shows Warmer Planet 2007-07-08 12:20:00 DNA recently found shows that Greenland was once an area with trees and insects thriving on it.This is another example in the huge list of information that suggests that our planet has gone through trends of warming and cooling over the centuries. Scientists are now suggesting that perhaps trends in the sun's electro-magnetic radiation may be the cause of our temperature changes, and not any emissions we're putting out.Nowadays, the global warming debate has really turned more into a personal belief situation. You can pretty much find data to support either theory, and data to poke holes in that information as well.The big question isn't does it exist or is it something else, it's what we can do. As I've said many times, let's implement those new technologies in our own homes. Let's use less energy and reduce our dependency on foriegn oil. By doing these simple things we cannot only decrease emissions, but we can also save ourselves money in the long run. That is the pulse ...

Giuliani The Firearm Champion!? 2007-07-07 15:57:00 It seems the former Mayor of New York is now doing a bit of flip flopping of his own. When asked at a recent appearance about his record on firearms, he emphatically declared we have the right to bear arms. Now hang on a second...this is the same Rudy Giuliani right? The same guy who lobbied for and instituted strict gun control laws in New York?Now, he did specifically say it didn't matter if he believed in it or not, and that he was a Constitutionalist. Does this sound like someone who is trying to have it both ways? As we have seen time and time again in this Presidential race, this kind of behavior simply alienates people. Any firearm enthusiast already knows the politics here, believe me. I have much more respect for people who will stand by thier personal beliefs and allow me to decide if I support it rather than trying to be both teams at once.Mr. Giuliani will serve as an honorary race offical for tonight's Pepsi 400, obviously attempting to secure the southern NASCAR ...

Live Earth Saves the Planet...Maybe Not 2007-07-07 11:44:00 Anyone else find it hilarious that Live Earth is using up a massive amount of fuel, electricity, creating huge heaps of waste, and shooting our carbon footprint through the roof?If you really want to increase awareness about a perceived global warming issue, maybe it would have been less hypocritical to just use a press release or a website. Of course, liberals and global warming believers everywhere will conveniently ignore this situation. As I've said before, I respect the fact that people want to cut our emissions and use more energy efficient technology, but not because of global warming. I'm a technology fan, and if we have it, we should use it.This type of personal truth is just another example of how not to promote an issue. ...

Liberals Accept Responsibility for Killers 2007-07-06 18:08:00 Got this e-mail today and found it hilarious.A Lady wrote a lot of letters to the White House complaining about the treatment of a captive insurgent (terrorist) being held in Guantanamo Bay She received back the following reply: The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington , DC 20016 Dear Concerned Citizen: Thank you for your recent letter roundly criticizing our treatment of the Taliban and Al Quada detainees currently being held at Guantanamo Bay , Cuba . Our administration takes these matters seriously and your opinion was heard loud and clear here in Washington You'll be pleased to learn that, thanks to the concerns of citizens like yourself, we are creating a new division of the Terrorist Retraining Program, to be called the "Liberals Accept Responsibility for Killers" program, or LARK for short. In accordance with the guidelines of this new program, we have decided to place one terrorist under your personal care. Your personal detainee has been selected and scheduled for ...

Read it and Weep 2007-07-06 15:33:00 Hilary Clinton a Marxist? @ TownhallQuick Candidate Rundown @ Conservative VoiceGlobal Warming and your Wallet @ New York TimesBritish Police Charge Iraqi Doctor @ Fox News ...

OSHA Proposal Would Kill Your Local Gun Stores 2007-07-06 15:22:00 OSHA is proposing new regulations that would essentially cause a whole mess of issues for your local gun store. Essentially these new sanctions would make it just about impossible to sell firearms and ammo in the same building. Yes, you read that right. It actually gets even worse. We're also talking black powder, primers, percussion caps etc. If you own a firearm, I'd suggest you hit the link above and read up on it. Then pick up the phone or write a letter to voice your displeasure on these proposed rules.We still have the opportunity to let our voices be heard and hopefully have these ridiculous sanctions adjusted or removed altogether. ...

Live Earth Weekend 2007-07-06 10:34:00 Live Earth weekend is finally here, and it couldn't come at a better time for Al Gore.Gore's son caught headlines earlier this week with his arrest. The former Vice President has stated that his son's problem is a private matter, I don't think so Al.If you chose to campaign heavily on what you believe is a global issue, then nothing is a private affair. You are in the public eye by choice, therefore your entire life is an open book.With the concerts being this weekend however, it should help shift public interest from his family issues to the benefits themselves.I caught the senior Gore on Larry King last night, and I have to say I do respect the man and his convictions. According to him, they are doing extensive work at home to be a more green family. He's certainly out there informing people on his position....but I still think he's crazy.The funny thing is that the entire media is focusing on the 'heatwave'in Vegas. Wow 116 degrees in July...in the desert. Isn't it ab ...

Ron Paul in Iowa 2007-07-06 09:20:00 I had mentioned Dr. Paul's massive draw after the Iowa Forum. Below is the YouTube video of that day.Dr. Paul is also appearing on ABC News this Sunday. ... Ron Paul

The Freedom Alliance 2007-07-05 20:21:00 If you are the type of person that enjoys giving money to wonderful charities, please take a moment to read up on The Freedom Alliance. No matter how you feel on our present situation in Iraq, great charities like this show how much we really do care and support our troops. ...

45 Muslim Doctors Planned US Terror Raids 2007-07-05 16:38:00 The release of recently uncovered terror plots against us is yet another disturbing link in the long chain of violence, but it does emphasize a few points.First of all these threats were made by doctors. Yes, doctors. Men that have an education. Terrorists are not always of lesser intelligence. In fact these men could have possibly been recruited because they would draw less suspicions. There is no true face of terror, it could be anyone, from any walk of life, at any time.Second of all, this isn't the fault of Muslims, it's the fault of radical extremists. Laying blame at the feet of every Muslim on the planet doesn't solve anything. I believe that this further emphasizes that our border security needs to be paramount. What would stop someone from just walking over in the middle of the night? Certainly the argument can be made that men like this will attain passports and easily come in the country via typical means, which is probably true, but that's where the intelligence ...

The $1250 Dollar Haircut 2007-07-05 14:03:00 Alright, first of all I am no fan of John Edwards and his politics. I completely detest the idea of nationalized health care mainly, so therefore I really don't pay much attention to him. Let me say I think he is a great speaker and a very magnanimous candidate. As a person, I'm sure he's a very nice person, but I'm not having a beer with the man anytime soon.I also lost great respect for the man when his wife called in to Chris Matthews to jump Ann Coulter. Yes, the remarks Ms. Coulter made were a bit off color to begin with, but the way the whole ordeal was framed was far from truthful.Now today, we're hearing word of what will soon be the infamous $1200 dollar haircut. This can also be called the Campaign Killer. You can make any excuse you want. The guy cuts good hair, I didn't know it was so expensive, the other guy made the appointments, it ain't going to matter. This is not an example of fiscal responsibility, or general responsibility period if you want to play th ...

Obama Raises at Least $32 Million 1969-12-31 17:59:59 Senator Obama has certainly had a great second quarter. One has to wonder how this speaks to Senator Clinton and her chances, especially considering the latest Gallup Poll. Maybe people are getting tired of the Amazing Monotone Woman?I watched the Democratic Conversation last week, I won't call it a debate because it was more of a love fest. (I guess I should explain that I do not vote for party tickets, I vote for the best person that is in line with my beliefs). At any rate, I really cannot stand to hear the woman talk. She elevates to that level of yell and just stays there. I (break) BELIEVE (break) THIS (break) IS (break) THE...nevermind you get the point. It gives me a headache.At this point, we are so far off from anyone actually casting a vote, but I have to feel that lately all Hilary has been doing is hurting herself in the long run. The longer the campaign trail, the longer you have to shoot yourself in the foot.Maybe people are just fed up with the Hilary train. ...

The State of the GOP 1969-12-31 17:59:59 Hi, my name is Rich, and I'm a Republican. I'm not proud to admit that at the moment, as I feel that our party is in a state of disarray. MANY conservatives in this nation feel that they their party no longer represents them. It seems that personal gain, special interest and ear marks have taken over our government.I don't fault this at the system level. The two party system is certainly a way to ensure the best form of balance that we can attain. The problem we have right now is with the people that are running it. You see a lot of political writers and talk radio hosts were outraged over last week's amnesty bill (and rightly so), screaming that we all need to leave the party because our best interests are not being represented. I think that statement is actually very shortsighted and will only hurt us further in the long run. If everyone up and leaves, that simply gives the people in power further control, because there won't be anyone left to steer it back to its conser ...

Summer of Terror? 1969-12-31 17:59:59 After events in Glasgow and London, U.S. law enforcement agencies feel that this could be a Spectacular Summer of Terror. Signs and intelligence are said to be looking very similar to that of pre 9/11 information.Anytime we see activity like this it always gets me thinking of the border situation.  All those miles of unfenced, unguarded land.  I often worry that terrorists are sneaking over the border late at night, carrying suitcase style nuclear weapons.  One has to wonder if it will take another disaster of massive proportions in this country to get our borders sealed, at least to an acceptable level to ensure these actions aren't really taking place.I don't have anything against people coming to America.  That's why we're all here.  I do however have a problem with Mexico dumping the people they don't want in their country here, or illegals coming over simply to work and make money, only to return to Mexico.I understand that our immigration system is a very long process, and ...

Ron Paul in Under 9 Minutes 1969-12-31 17:59:59 If you like what you hear, please watch more.You can also visit Dr. Paul's website. ... Ron Paul