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Sorry for the "Delay"

Published on 2007-02-05 11:17:00

Folks, I would like to apologize for the delay in launching the new "Team America" blog. I have had some major personal distraction as of late (see my new profile and you might figure it out!) which has kept me from all of my leisure pursuits...including this one.Rest assured that when the dust settles and the gratuitous drama subsides, I will diligently make the necessary changes and get this thing moving. I will send a personal email to all of the Associates to explain myself further, but ever

Another Year of Righting America - with a Difference!

Published on 2007-01-01 00:03:00

Now that the New Year is upon us, it is time to start many things anew. Gym attendance, smoking cessation, weight loss, yada yada yada. Okay, ya got me...I don't like gyms in January that are crowded with those New Year's Resolution folks (who will all be gone by mid February); not quite ready to ditch the butts (again!); and have worked (and drank!) very hard to develop this guppy-like physique!But there are some things that we should take another look at. How we treat our family and friends, o

Seeking Contributing Bloggers for Righting America!

Published on 2006-12-12 22:48:00

After weeks of taking some personal inventory, I have come to a few inescapable conclusions:- Family has to come FIRST - and that means I don't always have as much free time as I would like to blog- I can't just give this stuff up - especially in the world and political climate we now find ourselves, and- "Righting America" is not just a blog, but an ideal that a few other like-minded folks should share!SO here is the deal: Anyone who wishes to contribute to Righting America as part of a small t

Ambassador Bolton Needs to STAY in the UN

Published on 2006-11-14 22:34:00

It is one thing to have a "change in direction" in Iraq - most would agree that some fresh tactics and a revamped strategy are in order. It is another thing entirely to replace our stolid Ambassador to the UN who, in such a short and trying time, has done a fantastic job. In times like these, one who can stand up to an impetuous nuclear-hungry dictator like Kim Jong Il; or a sulphur-sniffing banana-republic bully like Hugo Chavez.In times like these - we need John Bolton.As stated recently in th

Happy 231st Birthday, U.S. Marine Corps!

Published on 2006-11-10 13:55:00

As a career Navy man, I would normally refer to my "Devil Dog" shipmates, now colleagues and friends, as "Jar-Head," "Leather-Neck," or any number of colorful terms of, er, endearment. But they were always held in my highest esteem (even if I didn't necessarily tell them that), and when it comes to discipline and esprit de corps, NO ONE has it over these most excellent American Patriots. As defenders of our way of life, there is no way we can thank them enough for what they have done and sacrifi

Thank a Veteran for What You Have

Published on 2006-11-10 00:34:00

It is again time for us to thank our Armed Forces for their brave and selfless service in the defense of this country and our ideals. We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. ~ George Orwell (1903 - 1950)It is the VETERAN, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion.It is the VETERAN, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press.It is the VETERAN, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech.It

America Has Spoken - Get Over It!

Published on 2006-11-08 23:03:00

As you might have guessed from the title, this will not be a typical "Righting America" offering. And unlike many of my fellow Conservative/Republican bloggers, I will not waste time and energy making excuses for a gaggle of politicians who, as a party, got what they deserved. Newt Gingrich's "Contract with America" was full of promise and gave Americans something to hope for. This promise, while kept by some, was broken by most. The "Grand Old Party" lost its focus and became drunk with its own

It's Up To US Now

Published on 2006-11-07 01:14:00

Well, the polls will open in about five hours. And regardless of how the candidates have done - with so many close races - it is now down to voter turnout.I predict the following for the races I am most concerned with:Maryland Senate: Michael SteeleMaryland Governor: Bob EhrlichHouse Majority: DemocratSenate Majority: RepublicanAnd believe me, I REALLY HOPE that I am wrong about the House! Good luck to everyone, and DO NOT FORGET to vote!UPDATE - Tuesday Night 11:45 :As I predicted, the House is

So Long Saddam - It's YOUR TURN Now!

Published on 2006-11-05 10:52:00

After a painful and prolonged series of trials (and error), justice prevailed this morning and Saddam Hussein will pay for his murderous tyranny of Iraq with his own life; fittingly, this monster will take his last breath dangling at the end of a rope.As the "Butcher of Baghdad" raised his once-powerful and feared right-hand index finger (with which he had pointed out thousands to be slaughtered) to the sky in anger, the Bailiff easily pulled it down again (see image). As Saddam shouted his defi

John Kerry: Dumbass of the Week

Published on 2006-11-01 22:43:00

News Flash: The "smartest man in America" has stepped in it - yet again! Just when one starts to wonder if John Kerry has finally learned to mind his words, he is right on time - just like the world-famous time-pieces from that French-speaking, historically pacifistic alpine country in which young Kerry spent one of his formative years attending that exclusive elitist school (where he got reeeeeeeeeally educated).Of course, I'm speaking of this monumentally offensive faux pas from our (self-styl