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- Should the US Rethink Its Mid-East Policies?
- Is Another Child Tax Credit Expansion Really the Best Way To Help Families?
- The Two-State Solution for Israel is No Solution at All
- A New Fiscal Commission Must Heed the Lesson of '97
- The Evils of Socialism
- Biden's Corporate Tax Hike: Populism Versus Economic Literacy
- Why is Greenville County Council Pickpocketing Us Again?
- The Morgan and Timmons Firey Faceoff in SC’s 4th Congressional District Race
- Advertising Rates and Specifications
- Danger: The Proposed South Carolina "Health Czar" Legislation will be Hazardous to Your FREEDOM!
- The Tucker Carlson Interview of Russian President Vladimir Putin
- Is US Rep. William Timmons Bloating His Voting Record with Out-of-State Proxies?
- Belgrade, NATO Expansion, Color Revolutions
- Fourth District Republican Club Hosts British Consul General
National Takeover of School Curriculum
- By Phyllis Schlafly
Many people said Ho-Hum when Barack Obama threatened to change any law with his pen or phone, and even used that power to personally alter Obamacare and the welfare law, and to “legislate” the Dream Act that Congress refused to pass. But Americans are rising up by the tens of thousands to stop Common Core, which is the current attempt to compel all U.S. children to be taught the same material and not be taught other things parents might think important.
Ever since Congress began pouring federal tax dollars into public schools, parents have been solicitous to have Congress write into law a prohibition against the federal government writing curriculum or lesson plans, or imposing a uniform national curriculum. Parents want those decisions made at the local level by local school boards which are, or should be, subject to the watchful eyes of local citizens and parents.
The Christmas Doctor
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
The True Story of Dr. John P. Weber by His Son Tom Weber
Several weeks ago, Tom Weber, a Subscriber to The Times Examiner from Utah sent me a copy of the book he had written and published about the life of his father. As a self-imposed rule, I only write and publish a book review after I have read the book. Sometimes that means a long wait.
Since I had made a commitment to Tom last year, and he had been so kind and patient, I committed myself to read the book this past weekend. I began reading after lunch on Sunday and although we had relatives visiting, I could not put it down for more than a few minutes at a time until I read the last page.
Educating for a Two Tier Society
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Very few parents would sell their children into slavery. Some would fight to the death before they would allow it to happen. However, those same parents could be deceived and tricked. They might accept slavery for their children if slavery was quietly and gradually renamed “progressive,” and if the parents were told by people they trust that this newly named program administered by a caring government would result in a superior education, sustainable health, economic prosperity, security and lasting happiness for their children and future generations.
Leading educators from some of the nation’s more prestigious universities are warning their fellow Americans about the dangers systematically inherent in the “national” Common Core Standards that are being promoted as “state” Common Core Standards. These educators have reached some alarming conclusions. One of the conclusions should anger every American and motivate them to action.
Chumley to Seek Re-election to House
- By Press Release
Republican State Representative Bill Chumley announced today that he will seek re-election to the South Carolina House of Representatives. Rep. Chumley has served in the House since 2011 representing District 35.
“We’ve made some positive steps towards furthering reform in this last term,” Rep. Chumley said. “In the House I’ve been able to work closely with other conservatives and I am proud of the things we’ve been able to accomplish. The most important, and certainly most controversial, issue has been efforts to stop Obamacare in South Carolina.”
Rep. Chumley said that without a doubt stopping the further implementation of Obamacare has been the biggest part of his efforts. “I’ve had to make some tough calls and take some challenging votes, but everything I’ve done has been focused on the goal of limited government, lower taxes, and more personal freedom.”
Special Election Schedule to fill County Council District 26
- By Press Release
Due to the unfortunate death of Greenville County Councilman Dan Rawls, a special election must be held to fill this vacant position for Greenville County Council District 26 for the remainder of the term of office. This special election will be held on June 17th 2014. The person duly elected will serve until December 31st of 2014. Filing will open on Friday, March 7th at noon, at the Voter Registration and Election office at 301 University Ridge, Suite 1900. Candidates will file information with the Greenville County Voter Registration and Election office indicating which political party the candidate wishes to participate. The filing fee is $128.00 (as set by the State Election Commission) with checks made out to the State political party of choice.
Defense Cuts “Devastating” to National Security
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Proposal Would Require Active Troops, Retirees and Military Families to Sacrifice Financially By Paying More for Food, Housing and Medical Care
President Obama will present his $496 billion Fiscal Year 2015 budget next week. His cuts in the defense budget, as presented by Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel on Monday, will be devastating to national security and break promises made to active and retired military and their families by the government that sent them into harms way.
With a cut to 450,000 troops, the army will be at the lowest strength since 1940, a year before the outbreak of World War II. Marines will lose a substantial number of combat troops. The Air Force and Navy will lose several important weapon systems.
Window of Opportunity for Blocking Common Core is Closing
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Many Lawmakers Unwilling to seek Facts, Challenge Education and big Business Lobby
With multitudes of Parents fearing for the future of their children’s education, a few key lawmakers who can end the fears have their heads in the sand.
The National Governors Conference was held in Washington, D.C., over the weekend. Secretary of Education Arney Duncan addressed the Governors’s Education and Workforce Committee. The Secretary answered questions posed by Governors and panel discussions with experts were held. All was televised by C-SPAN. Not a word was uttered about Common Core Standards that have the nation’s parents in an uproar as the Governors met in nonpartisan unity.
Hip And Knee Replacement, The Facts
- By Dr. Joe Carrano
I have to bite my tongue when folks say that they must have their hips replaced. They announce that they have no choice because they have a ‘bone on bone.” The really stupid part is they want to trade bone on bone for metal on metal. Any mechanic will tell you that is a terrible mistake! The recent recall of J&J’s DePuy hip replacements in 2010 is just one piece of evidence. In fact a California jury just awarded over $8 million in damages to a man for his failed ball and socket hip implant. And there have been others that have had shedding of metallic debris in their tissue causing serious damage, pain and permanent injuries.
Down but Not Out
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Former President of Taxpayers Association Continues to Warn Elected Officials of the “Enemy Within”
He looked tired but moved quickly to the podium carrying an armfull of materials to be passed out to lawmakers. Speaking rapidly, and displaying the energy of a man half his age, he made it clear to the Greenville County Legislative Delegation that he has stepped down and passed the leadership of the County Taxpayers Association to someone else, but he was not going away.
As long as he has a breath in his body, he is not going to allow them to forget their oath of office to protect and defend the Constitution and their obligation to safeguard the freedom of the people they are paid to represent in the state government.
Impeachment
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
A lot of people are talking about Impeachment to stop the lawlessness of the Obama Administration. Several alleged impeachable offenses have been compiled. However, virtually no one is doing anything about it.
The US House of Representatives impeached President Bill Clinton, however the Senate, controlled by Democrats as exists now, refused to try him. Democrats threatened to impeach President Richard Nixon; however, Nixon resigned to prevent the country from going through a painful impeachment process during a time when leftists had divided the country over the Vietnam War.
One of the alleged impeachable offenses by Obama is failure to enforce laws passed by Congress and signed by the president.
This Is War
- By Frank Hall - Greenville, SC
Exactly 40 years ago (as I write this) President Ronald Reagan made one of his great State of the Union addresses. His closing remarks need to be reviewed:
We cannot escape our destiny, nor should we try to do so. The leadership of the free world was thrust upon us two centuries ago in that little hall of Philadelphia. In the days following World War II, when the economic strength and power of America was all that stood between the world and the return to the dark ages, Pope Pius XII said, “The American people have a great genius for splendid and unselfish actions. Into the hands of America God has placed the destinies of an afflicted mankind.”
Gov. Nikki Haley Signs S.308 – Concealed Carry Reform Bill
- By Press Release
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Gov. Nikki Haley joined Senator Sean Bennett, Representative Mike Pitts, and Anthony Roulette, the South Carolina liaison for the National Rifle Association, at a bill signing for S.308, the Concealed Carry Reform Bill.
In an effort to preserve South Carolinians’ 2nd Amendment rights, the bill allows for gun owners with a Concealed Weapons Permit (CWP) to carry firearms in restaurants that serve alcohol, while also allowing an owner to ban individuals from carrying firearms in their establishment.
Duncan Introduces Resolution Condemning Common Core
- By Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jeff Duncan (SC-03) introduced H. Res. 476, which denounces the use of federal coercion to lure states into adopting Common Core academic standards. The companion resolution to Senator Lindsey Graham’s S. Res. 345 also underlines the importance of returning education to the states.
“Common Core is one of the most frequent concerns I hear from parents when I’m traveling across the district. Parents and teachers alike are alarmed by this top-down approach to education that wrongly ties education money for states to the adoption of academic standards that do not fully reflect the values of South Carolina. Beyond the most important constitutional issues with federal education standards, many education leaders have been raising concerns with the content of the standards themselves.”
Republican Leaders Cower as Small Business, Nonprofits Bullied
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Texas Congressman Scolds President for Intimidating Employers, Middle Class; Republican Leaders for Failing to Stand up for America
Last week President Obama arbitrarily changed the Healthcare law, once again violating his constitutional authority for political purposes. He delayed implementation of the employer mandate for businesses employing between 50 and 99 employees until after the 2014 congressional elections. The delay is designed to ease another part of Obamacare implementation in order to help Democrats who voted for the healthcare bill win reelection.
Common Core Tests to Cost S.C. Taxpayers Millions
- By Rick Brundrett from "The Nerve"
Belonging to the 22-state consortium that is developing the Common Core math and English language arts assessment tests for K-12 students will soon no longer be a cheap date for S.C. taxpayers.
Contacted last week by The Nerve, Jacqueline King, director of “higher education collaboration” for the “Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium,” based in Washington state, said after a four-year $175 million federal grant that supports the consortium ends in September, member states, including South Carolina, will have to pay membership fees to continue in the group.
Promote Justice by Electing Judges
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
There is mounting evidence that South Carolina’s legal system falls short of being a legitimate system of justice. The South Carolina Legislature just voted to give South Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Jean Toal another ten-year term in that powerful position. Justice Costa Pleicones, a judge who sits on her court, challenged Toal. Chief Justice Toal has not been a model citizen during her tenure as South Carolina’s C Chief Judge. She allegedly has had at least three traffic violations, including drunk driving, speeding and leaving the scene of an accident.
Pro-Life Groups say “No” to Girl Scout Cookies
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
“Millions of Dollars Each Year … Go to Promote the Girl Scout’s Partnership with Planned Parenthood”
Several pro-life organizations are encouraging their members and supporters to “say no” when Girl Scouts come to the door with cookies. They give as a reason the financial support going to Planned Parenthood from the Scout organization and the propaganda influence the organization is having on young girls and their mothers. Planned Parenthood is the nation’s largest abortion provider.
WND reported that the American Life League, the nation’s oldest Catholic pro-life education and advocacy group, urged people to avoid buying Girl Scout Cookies. “The Girl Scouts was once a trusted organization dedicated to character building in young girls and women. Now, GSUSA is abusing that trust,” said Judie Brown, president of ALL.
DOA Passes to Take Pressure off Sheheen
- By James Moore
The New Year brings with it change and this year in our legislative body we have seen some changes. There is always room for further improvement and Senators Ross Turner and Danny Verdin along with Representatives Garry Smith, Mark Willis, and Eric Bedingfield attended a Town Hall meeting hosted by Fountain Inn, SC, on Thursday, February 6 at the local History Museum to discuss those relevant topics.
Smith, who recently received a pen from Governor Nikki Haley that she used to sign a document to the passed Department of Administration Bill, began the town hall discussion on the topic. For his efforts in seeing the legislation through, Smith was awarded an honorary pen from the Governor as a token of gratitude for his actions.
Korean War Memorial Addition
- By Press Release
The Korean War Veterans Foothills Chapter of SC #301 dedicated their new Korean War Veterans Memorial (pictured above) on June 1, 2013, in Conestee Park, 840 Mauldin Rd., Greenville. Enhancing the memorial is an Honors Walkway of engraved brick pavers with the names of veterans of all branches of service from 3 other wars and from 5 different states. To compliment their senior members and guests the memorial committee has installed an alphabetical directory to show where each brick is located. The Honors Walkway is open to anyone who wishes to Honor an active duty member of the military, a veteran, family member or friend. The cost of a single engraved brick with 3 lines is $50.00 or $75.00 for a double brick with 6 lines. Brick forms are available from any Foothills Chapter member or by mail or email from committee Chairman Lew Perry, 864-574-5569.
Greer Residents Want Tax Increase to Fix Roads
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
About 80 people Attended Greenville County Citizen Roads Advisory Commission Meeting at Greer City Hall
When Lisa Stevens asked for a show of hands of those who would favor a tax increase to repair roads, about 90 percent of those in attendance at the Greer meeting of the Greenville County Citizen Road Advisory Commission raised their hands. Stevens is chairman of the commission. Of course, those present and voting were mostly people that had a special interest in road and sidewalk construction and repairs because of a pet project or perceived urgent need in their neighborhood or a project that would be beneficial to their business.
The first speaker represented Ashmore Brothers Construction Co., a paving contractor. He presented the commission with a list of needed road projects. Another speaker, who was a developer and builder had a list of intersections and sidewalks that needed improvements.
Sheri Few Challenges Atwater on Common Core Silence
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Widow of Late Lee Atwater Enters Race for Superintendent of Education
Sally Atwater, widow of the late political consultant and former RNC Chairman Lee Atwater, has entered the race for South Carolina Superintendent of Education.
Sheri Few, the leading conservative in the race immediately challenged Atwater and asked why she won’t reveal her position on Common Core.
Speaking from the 25th Education Policy Conference in St. Louis where Common Core was the number one topic, Few welcomed Atwater to the race and asked why her campaign announcement highlighted her political consultants but not her view on “the number one issue facing education today.
None so Blind as Those who are Deceived
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
C-Span televised a recorded portion of the recent South Carolina Tea Party convention last Saturday night. I was surprised that they had speakers on both sides of the illegal alien issue. One of the several speakers with a heavy Hispanic accent was an American born in Cuba and imprisoned by the Castro regime. He had a startling warning for complacent Americans based on his first hand experiences in Cuba and what he is observing currently in this country. The first big deception was that the American people fell for the lie that Communism was dead and finished when the Soviet Union collapsed.
I believe that those who believe a lie or lies for a long period of time reach a point where they cannot distinguish fact from fiction. Many Americans are proving that point.
Prager, Scott to Headline Presidential Leadership Series at Bob Jones University
- By Press Release
Dr. Stephen Jones, president of Bob Jones University, announced today that nationally syndicated talk show host and author Dennis Prager and U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) will headline the Presidential Leadership Series at BJU this spring.
“We are delighted to host speakers at BJU who can inform and challenge our students,” said Dr. Stephen Jones. “Both of these leaders are compelling speakers and I look forward to having our students and members of the Greenville community join us for these events.”
SCGOP Chairman Brings Olive Branch to Greenville
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Healing Will not be Instant, Since Many of Those Present Experienced Rude Treatment of Greenville Delegation at State Convention of Which the Current Chairman Matt Moore Was a Part
South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore attended the Greenville County Executive Committee meeting Monday night carrying a symbolic olive branch in an attempt to mend fences and heal wounds inflicted on delegates from Greenville by state party officials during last year’s State Convention.
County Chairman Chad Groover introduced Moore as someone who “will be a good friend to Greenville, an we will be able to work together in the future for Republican candidates and Republican causes.”
Frank Tooley, Korean Prisoner of War - Part 2
- By James Moore
Frank Tooley, a young man who was on the verge of turning 20 years old was stuck in the middle of a warzone looking down the barrel of a gun of his enemies. With artillery and bullets zipping overhead Tooley and two other soldiers were questioned about where the rest of the men were. There was a sense of calm that Tooley really couldn’t understand. He never thought that when he was in combat he wouldn’t be scared. He often wonders if the government put something in the food that would allow soldiers to not mentally tear down and be overcome with fear.
That day, on the mountain, all of the men in his company were either captured or killed except one man. After all of the men were captured the marching started. During the day time they would hide and at night they would march.
School Choice Unites and Empowers
- By Ellen Weaver
Liberal Democrat Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and conservative Republican Senator Ted Cruz. Newt Gingrich and Al Sharpton. What agenda could possibly unite these political odd couples?
Support for the rapidly expanding world of education options.
As we just celebrated during National School Choice Week, each of these leaders is part of a bi-partisan groundswell of advocates for evidence-based school choice programs, both public and private. Far more than “vouchers,” school choice in its truest form includes as many options as the needs of children are unique: high-quality traditional schools; public charters, magnet or virtual schools; open enrollment between traditional school districts; private school scholarship and tax credit programs; Education Savings Accounts; home schooling and more.
Local Drugstores to Lose Most TRICARE For Life (TFL) Prescriptions
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Defense Authorization Act of 2013 Requires TRICARE for Life (TFL) Beneficiaries to use the Government Home Delivery (mail-order) Pharmacy System Effective February 14, 2014.
Mail order prescription refills are a requirement for military retirees and dependents effective February 14, 2014. Beginning on that date, individuals who are beneficiaries of TRICARE For Life (TFL) will no longer be permitted to order maintenance prescriptions from local drugstores by making a co-payment.
The mandate, which is a part of the 2013 Defense Authorization Act, applies to maintenance medications. Initial prescriptions can continue to be filled at a retail drug store, and beneficiaries will be allowed to fill up to two 30-day refills at a retail store during the transition period.
Is Governor Haley REALLY Against Common Core Standards?
- By Johnnelle Raines - Upstate Regional Leader SCPIE
Last night I watched intently Governor Haley’s State of the State address…no mention of getting rid of Common Core Standards (CCS)! When asked recently at events she clearly will state she is against our present Common Core Standards. But no mention of that in her Education Plan or her State of the State address?
I am a huge fan of country singer Toby Keith. His song, “A Little Less Talk And A Lot More Action” comes to mind when I hear Governor Haley “say” she is against CCS. Last night would have been the perfect opportunity to make sure all the Legislators and citizens of SC know she is against these standards…but what did we hear from her on these child abusive standards? ... crickets…
Frank Tooley, Korean Prisoner of War
- By James Moore
For a 19 year old barefoot cotton farm worker turned curb hopper from the farm country of Greenville County, the North Korean invasion of South Korea meant only one thing; a trip abroad was inevitable. Frank Tooley, who had already been drafted, knew that it was only a matter of time before Uncle Sam came and asked for his service in the American military intervention. Knowing that if he was drafted the Army would send him where he was needed, Tooley felt that it would be best if he joined on his own free will. Curious about whether he would pass the physical or not, Tooley joined his brother and some friends as they went to visit the doctor.
The Age of Insanity
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
For American veterans who fought for freedom in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam and are still living, the current question burning in their heart and mind is: “What has happened to our country, and the people thousands fought, bled and died to defend?” It has happened gradually, but suddenly there is a realization that at least half of the people in our land are acting as if they were not of sound mind. They lack a desire to seek truth, defend their God-given freedom or have concern for future generations. Only an insane people would allow their freedom to be taken away and their exceptional way of life destroyed before their very eyes without taking some preventive action.
I find it difficult if not impossible to accept the fact that many well-meaning Americans, including thousands of professed Christians are so misinformed, misguided and deceived that they are willing to participate in the destruction of our Constitutional Republic.
Tax the Rich and Raise the Minimum Wage
- By Frank Hall - Greenville, SC
As I write this, several politicians are advocating that we raise the tax rate on the rich, so our government will have more money to pay our debts, and they want to raise the minimum wage to “help” the poorest of the poor. Several other politicians and many private citizens, including me, strongly believe both of these measures would be tragic mistakes. They ignore and run counter to the realities of street level economics. Let us look at a ridiculously simple hypothetical case to see what I am talking about:
Mr. John Doe owns a factory employing 200 workers that manufacture Supergismos at the rate of 1,000,000 per year which he sells for $10 each, generating a gross income of $10,000,000. His total production costs run $9 per unit. His net profit before taxes is $1,000,000. His present tax rate is 90%, so the government takes $900,000 and he gets to keep $100,000 per year, which he regards as a somewhat disappointing, barely adequate income for someone who works so hard and risks so much as he does.
- Oklahoma Republican Dr. Tom Coburn Resigning from Senate
- State of State Ignores Common Core Standards
- ACG Holds New Year's Banquet, Announces April 25 U.S. Senate Debate
- Administration Continues Dangerous Downgrade of Military
- The AGC Ensuring Quality Military Chaplains
- January Meeting of Joseph Evan Davis Chapter 907, Children of the Confederacy
- Bone Health
- Scared Americans
- County Council Honored Chief Bryan Riebe for Career of Public Service
- Faye Jay Recipient of 2013 Republican Woman of Achievement Award
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