- Timmons Expresses Support for DEI’s Doppelganger for Hiring Practices in Washington
- 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!
- From Sea to Shining Sea, Federal Land Control?
- Is US Rep. William Timmons Bloating His Voting Record with Out-of-State Proxies?
- “You Will Own Nothing, And You Will Love It”-- Says The Fascist, Klaus Schwab And His Globalist “World Economic Forum” - Part 1
- Fourth District Republican Club Hosts British Consul General
- Belgrade, NATO Expansion, Color Revolutions
- Insights into the Russian View of Russian History
Cecil Buchanan Awarded Order of the Palmetto and War Museum Dedicated in His Honor
- By Gilbert Scales
Cecil Buchanan woke up Sunday morning knowing that The American Legion James F. Daniel, Jr. Post 3 would honor him by naming the War Museum for him. He did not know that he would also receive special recognition from the State of South Carolina.
Chuck Rouse, First Vice Commander, was the Master of Ceremonies for the War Museum Dedication Ceremony. Post 3 Commander Don Patterson welcomed everyone to Post 3 War Museum.
Greenville County GOP Censured Former State GOP Chairman Chad Connelly
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Connelly Censured for his “Unfair Behavior; his Violations of Roberts Rules of Order; and his Insulting, Untruthful and Libelous Public Comments” During and Following the May 4, 2013, State Convention
With Representatives of 84 Greenville County Precincts present and voting, 73 of those representatives voted in favor of a strongly worded censure motion detailing unacceptable behavior of State GOP Chairman Chad Connelly and his associate, Myrtle Beach lawyer and state Rep. Alan Clemmons, during the 2013 SC GOP State Convention in Columbia.
Convention delegates from Greenville believe Connelly’s apparent hate for Greenville County Republicans was a result of candidates from Greenville County challenging him in the election for party chairman. The motion for censure details the “dirty tricks” used on his challenger, including only 2 minutes for the challenger to present his candidacy to the delegates before the vote.
We DO Have Some Problems Here
- By Chuck Baldwin
Breitbart.com recently carried a report saying, “During his speech in San Jose, California on Friday, President Obama took one question from the press on national security monitoring of Americans. Without any sense of irony whatsoever in the aftermath of the IRS’ targeting of conservatives, the administration’s stonewalling on Benghazi, the Department of Justice’s targeting of reporters, the Department of Health and Human Services’ leveraging of private organizations for Obamacare public relations cash, and the Environmental Protection Agency’s secret email addresses, Obama unloaded this line:
“‘If people can’t trust not only the executive branch but also don’t trust Congress, and don’t trust federal judges, to make sure that we’re abiding by the Constitution with due process and rule of law, then we’re going to have some problems here.’”
Discerning Good and Evil
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
In times gone by, a large number of people were blessed with a quality that in those days was loosely called “common horse sense.” In essence, they had the ability to distinguish good from evil and the “sense” to “flee from evil,” and defend and preserve those things that were good. Sadly, that quality is lacking today in the typical man or woman “on the streets” of the United States of America, even in the so-called “Bible Belt.” Tragically, it is virtually absent in the affairs of government, business, and academia. It is frightening to note that common sense and discernment appears to be fading from the scene in the modern church.
Big Brother Obama Is Watching
- By Phyllis Schlafly
It has become evident that Barack Obama’s definition of “fundamentally transforming the United States” includes Big Brother harassing selected conservatives while monitoring everybody’s email and telephone traffic. These seem to be among the surprising duties of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the National Security Agency (NSA), respectively.
It’s clear that the IRS has been unfairly targeting and mistreating more than 500 conservative organizations, especially if they use such words as “tea party,” “liberty,” or “patriotic” on their tax returns or tax-exempt applications. IRS then bogs them down with years of delays and demands for nosy and unnecessary information.
Evangelical “Leaders” Becoming Useful Tools of Amnesty Advocates
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
“The Evangelical Immigration Table,” Alleged Sponsor of Ads featuring Evangelistic “Leaders” and Targeting Christians is Exposed as George Soros Funded Front Organization
For weeks, conservative and Christian radio signals have been saturated with political ads advising Christians that it is their duty to show compassion and support disguised amnesty for individuals who entered the United States illegally. The objective of this ad campaign is to rally Christian support behind the flawed Senate bill supported by the “Gang of Eight” that includes Senators Lindsey Graham from South Carolina and the radical Progressive Chuck Schumer from New York and six others.
Palmetto Boys’ State / Girls’ State Inauguration Day
- By Gilbert Scales
The Palmetto Boys’ State Program sponsored by the American Legion Department of South Carolina was held on the campus of Anderson University, June 9-15, 2013.
The Palmetto Girls’ State Program sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary, Department of South Carolina was held on the campus of Presbyterian College, June 9-15, 2013.
The boys are called citizens of Boys’ State and reside in cities and counties. The governmental organization of Palmetto Boys’ State consists of one state, six counties, nineteen cities, six judicial circuits and nineteen election precincts.
SAR Opens Library and Museum of Revolutionary War History
- By Press Release
The Col. Robert Anderson Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, recently held the Grand Opening of the Library and Museum of Revolutionary War History at the Culture Center on Academy St. in Simpsonville, SC. The new Director is Compatriot Tom Weidner.
Memorial Day Memories
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Memorial Day is about more than drinking beer around a backyard grill, riding in baskets hanging beneath hot air balloons or watching muscular women sling heavy weights across a grassy university field. It is about honoring the memory of those Americans who have sacrificed their lives so that their fellow Americans may remain free. May their sacrifices never be minimized nor forgotten!
I was pleasantly surprised to see a brief report on Fox News last Saturday that brought back memories of one of my favorite experiences involving a tribute to those who sacrificed. Some of us who have been around for a long time have by the blessings of an all-powerful God experienced history in the making. This writer has been blessed with more than my share of such experiences.
Gang of Eight Betrays Americans
- By Phyllis Schlafly
The Gang of Eight immigration bill can be summed up as amnesty now, border closing never. The Department of Homeland Security is not required to build a fence (which was ordered by the Secure Fence Act signed by President George W. Bush). DHS is required only to submit a plan.
If the DHS Secretary decides she has not reached 90 percent of border security, a “trigger” kicks in: the creation of a Southern Border Security Commission empowered (horrors!) to make recommendations. After six months of pondering its mission, the Commission automatically self-liquidates, so there will never be border security.
Veterans Jailed for Criticism of Government Policies
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
“A Government System is Targeting Military Veterans for Expressing their Discontent over America's Rapid Transition to a Police State.”
John W. Whitehead, president of the Rutherford Institute, has announced that his organization has filed a lawsuit on behalf of a Marine who was jailed and held for the comments he made on Facebook that expressed dissatisfaction with the policies and direction of the Obama Administration.
The lawsuit filed in U. S. District Court in Richmond, Virginia, claims the seizure and detention of the veteran is part of a plan “executed by the Obama administration called Operation Vigilant Eagle... A federal program to do surveillance on military veterans who express views critical of the government.”
Blue Ridge High School AFJROTC Awards
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Blue Ridge High School held their 6th Annual AFJROTC Awards Banquet at Ebenezer Welcome Baptist Church, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Outstanding cadets received 16 National awards during the ceremony.
The Blue Ridge Aerospace Science Department is headed by Lt. Col. David Rogers, Senior Aerospace Science Instructor and MSgt. Fred Fuller, Aerospace Science Instructor. Mrs. Reena Watson is the Blue Ridge High School Principal.
Youth Participation Adds Optimism to Future Scottish Games
- By Suzanna Dye
“I’m not even Scottish, but I just love the Highland Games! All my friends showed up because I talked about it so much,” said Pasha Franklin, this year’s Miss Scottish Highland Games. She and many others enjoyed the sights and smells of this year’s Scottish Highland Games at Furman University this past Saturday. Pasha went on to describe how excited she is to be competing for the Miss South Carolina Pageant under the Highland Games’ title. “I really like representing something I get so excited about” she said.
Every year at the games there’s music, competitions, a park for children, lots of food, a British car show, and men in kilts. This gathering of the clans draws in people of all ages, begging them to participate in the activities, and try the different foods.
Museum Directory with Rifle Used by Revenge Sniper Jack Hinson
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
The Father Never Forgot nor Forgave Yankee Soldiers that Killed His Sons and Placed their Heads on His Gateposts
The Commonwealth of Kentucky historical marker located at Golden Pond reads: CIVIL WAR SNIPER: In 1862, Jack Hinson swore revenge against the Union Army when two sons were executed as bushwhackers. From Ambush he picked off men in blue uniforms on gunboats and on land. With a price on his head, he continued his vendetta until his gun bore 36 notches at close of war. He guided Gen. Nathan B. Forrest in his last campaign in the area. Oct. – Nov. 1864.
The Doctrine of Tyranny Revisited
- By Frank Hall - Greenville, SC
Eighty years ago I was a seven-year-old boy with a twelve-year-old brother. We had chores to do, so we didn’t get a lot of playing time, but when we did have time to play we did what Charlie wanted to do because he was bigger, stronger, and tougher. He practiced the Doctrine of Tyranny, not the Doctrine of Shared Power. I didn’t like this arrangement, and several times it erupted in fist fights. I knew Charlie would mop the floor with me but I didn’t care. I wanted, even demanded, a more equal say-so in our activities.
A Taste of Tyranny!
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
For several years now, this column has warned of the potential for tyrannical government gaining a foothold in the United States of America. Now in the second term of the Obama – Biden Administration we are getting a taste of tyranny that is destined to become much worse. We have “Fast and Furious,” Benghazi, using the IRS to persecute and punish Conservative organizations, using the military to promote the agenda of feminists, homosexuals and terrorists; Refusing to control the border with Mexico and enforce immigration laws; and support for persecution of Christians and Christian organizations.
Backlash Against Common Core
- By Phyllis Schlafly
The national news media haven’t discovered it, but the issue that is bringing out hundreds of citizens who never before attended political meetings is Common Core (CC). More precisely, it is the attempt of Barack Obama’s Department of Education to force all states and schools to adopt specified national education standards for each grade level that will dictate what all kids learn and don’t learn.
Common Core means federal control of school curriculum, i.e., control by Obama Administration leftwing bureaucrats. Federal control will replace all curriculum decisions by state and local school boards, state legislatures, parents, and even Congress because Obama bypassed Congress by using $4 billion of Stimulus money to promote Common Core.
It’s not only public schools that must obey the fed’s dictates. Common Core will control the curriculum of charter schools, private schools, religious schools, Catholic schools, and homeschooling.
War Declared on Christians in the Military
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Military Personnel told they must not Share Faith in God, or They will Face Discipline, Discharge or Court-Martial
There are numerous reports indicating that the Obama Pentagon is “about to implement a new policy under which any members of the military ‘caught’ talking about their Christian faith will be subject to court martial or imprisonment!”
The Washington Post reported April 26th that anti-Christian activist Mikey Weinstein met with senior Air Force officials to discuss “religious issues” in the military. Weinstein heads up the Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF). He is quoted as writing: “We must vigorously
3rd Annual Cardiac Arrest Survivor Ceremony
- By James "Chip" Moore
On May 10, 2013 Greenville County held its 3rd Annual Cardiac Arrest Survivor Ceremony at the Embassy Suites. Survivors and Honorees filled the room reunited again. Since beginning these ceremonies in 2010, cardiac arrest survivors have more than doubled. The annual ceremony honors those individuals and organizations that made each of those life saving events possible.
“It was no more than half a century ago that we would never conceive this type of ceremony. EMS was such a new thing. My message to you is to keep doing what you’re doing because it’s working,” said John Zaragosa, Director of Greenville County EMS.
Greenville County Salutes Fallen Officers at Memorial Service
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Greenville County held a memorial service May 14, 2013 for fallen officers. Forty-two law enforcement officers have been killed in the line of duty in Greenville county since 1797. Three of them were county sheriff’s. They were Sheriffs Robert Maxwell, Hendrix Rector and Sam D. Willis.
Eleven Deputy Sheriffs have died in the line of duty. The first was Deputy Sheriff Eli Pittman in 1906 and the last was Deputy Sheriff Andrew John Mazur in 2003. No Greenville County law enforcement officer has died in the line of duty in a decade. Seven died during the previous decade.
Administration out of Control
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
It’s wake-up time in America. For the first time since Federal troops were removed from the South Carolina State Capitol building in 1876, the United States government is at war with a large segment of the American People, including almost all but the hand-picked yes-men at the top of the military services. For the first time in recent history the Commander-in-Chief and the chain of command broke with long standing tradition and intentionally refused to go to the aid of Americans under siege. This is unforgivable and a serious blow to morale of an already demoralized military and CIA.
Prisoners held by the Communists in Hanoi held out and endured unspeakable torture with the knowledge that a grateful nation would eventually come to their aid. President Lyndon Johnson failed to do so, but the American people elected Richard Nixon and President Nixon brought them home to a heroes welcome with a state dinner at the White House.
Regain Your Independence
- By James "Chip" Moore
Devanny educates on Jeffersonian culture
Americans are slowly losing their independence in an age where big business and big government go hand in hand.
“If you wish to revive Jeffersonianism then you have to revive the culture of Jeffersonianism,” said Dr. John Devanny, an associate scholar with the Abbeville Institute.
According to Devanny, Thomas Jefferson had the “rightful remedy” to tyranny. While speaking to the Greenville Tea Party on May 9, Devanny explained that the Jefferson Republic is dependent on ownership.
“You must have people that own farms and own small businesses in order to secure a republic,” said Devanny.
Greenville County Drops Ethical Requirement for Boards and Commissions
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Individuals Benefiting Financially from Business with County Agencies may now legally serve on their Governing Boards
After several months of maneuvering and one vote of disapproval, seven members of Greenville County Council voted Tuesday, May 7 to repeal important ethical requirements for serving on county boards and commissions. The ordinance was repealed that prohibited individuals who themselves, their employer or family members benefit financially, through contracts or other arrangements with Greenville County government entities from serving on the boards or commissions that govern those taxpayer supported organizations.
Future Military Leaders Win Awards
- By Tammy Johnston
“America needs more leaders that understand sacrifice and the satisfaction of being a part of something bigger than themselves,” exclaims Principal Radford of Wade Hampton High School as he speaks proudly of the JROTC Cadet winners at the awards ceremony last Wednesday night, May 8, 2013 before a packed crowd of parents and family members.
He goes on to say that the JROTC program gives the cadets the “building blocks” to prepare them for their future not only in military careers but also in civilian careers.
He believes these are the best students at WHHS and that they bring leadership to the student body. We had an opportunity to talk to three of the cadet student leaders that received awards and heard about their journey in the JROTC program and why they have enjoyed it so much.
Bob Jones Academy Held Their 86th Graduation Ceremony
- By Press Release
Bob Jones Academy recently held their 86th graduation ceremony in Rodeheaver Auditorium on the Bob Jones University campus. The class, composed of 50 young ladies and 44 young men, heard a brief challenge from Dr. Dan Nelson, BJA administrator.
In addition to short speeches by valedictorian, Daniel Leung of Simpsonville, and salutatorian, Sarah Kuzmic of Greenville, several other students gave testimony of how God worked through their lives during their time at BJA.
The Nightmare Scenario
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
The “Nightmare Scenario” involves the immediate political and economic future of South Carolina, as well as the liberty and freedom of the citizens of the Palmetto State. It visualizes the Democrats taking the District One U. S. House Seat held previously by now United States Senator Tim Scott and sought by former Governor Mark Sanford. Such a victory would encourage the Obama Administration to do what is necessary to defeat Nikki Haley to take the Governor’s Mansion as well as the senate seat now held by Sen. Scott. The open primary system will assure the nomination of Sen. Lindsey Graham and he will receive many Democrat votes in the General Election.
National Day of Prayer Event Held at Peace Center Plaza
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Upstate Alive sponsored the 2013 National Day of Prayer event in Greenville, Thursday, May 2nd. The event was held in the Peace Center Plaza in Down-town Greenville. Dean Anderson, Co-Founder of Upstate Alive, served as master of ceremonies.
The Southside High School Air Force JROTC, under the direction of Major James Windley, presented the colors, accompanied by Kenneth McCallum on the Bagpipes.
The national theme was Psalm 33:12: “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.”
Prayers were offered for America’s children and for the next generation.
Special speakers included Bobby MacDonald, President , SC Christian Fund; Janice Butler, Executive Director, Christian Learning Centers; and Lenna Neill, CEO Piedmont Women’s Center.
Sen. Cruz Headlines Tribute to Jim DeMint
- By Bob Dill, Publisher
“Fearless” Texan Backed by DeMint Rising Force in GOP
South Carolina Republicans honored Former Senator Jim DeMint and his wife, Saturday, May 4, during the 46th annual Silver Elephant Celebration in Columbia. Texas Senator Ted Cruz was the dynamic guest speaker.
Cruz, whose parents escaped Castro’s Cuba, said he would not be in the United States Senate today were it not for Jim DeMint who campaigned for him and several other conservative senators including Rand Paul and Marco Rubio, who are making headlines in Washington. (More about DeMint in the next issue).
Cruz connected with his South Carolina audience immediately by invoking the name Travis and another South Carolinian who fought to the death in defense of the Alamo.
Amnesty Will Cost $6.3 Trillion
- By Mike Scruggs
The Heritage Foundation has just released its cost estimate for the Amnesty portion only of the Schumer-Rubio or "Gang-of-Eight" U.S. Senate "comprehensive immigration reform" bill, S.477. The Heritage report's author, Robert Rector, believes $6.3 Trillion is a conservative minimal estimate.
Adding $6.3 Trillion to an already dangerous $16.5 Trillion debt is reason enough for public alarm or for any sane member of Congress to vote against it. However, the Schumer-Rubio Senate bill contains far more special interest goodies than amnesty, as disastrous as amnesty for 11 million illegal immigrants would be.
Funeral Services Held for PFC Barrett Lyle Austin
- By Gilbert Scales
PFC Barrett Lyle Austin, 20, of Easley, died April 21, 2013, in Landstuhl, Germany, from injuries sustained when the vehicle he was driving ran over an enemy improvised explosive device near Wardak Province, Afghanistan, on April 17.
PFC Austin was assigned to the 4th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, GA.
He was born in Easley on Nov. 10, 1992. His parents are Curt and Yolanda Buck Austin. He was a 2011 graduate of Pickens High School and was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley.
- Corruption in Government
- Furman University Army ROTC Awards Ceremony
- Jim Morgan, CEO, Krispy Kreme Headlined Miracle Hill Banquet
- Jane Robelot Discusses Media and Politics
- GOP Award ...
- The Enemy Within
- The Booth Brothers
- Free Electricity at Taxpayer’s Expense
- Betty Poe Reelected Greenville County GOP Chair
- Wade Hampton Memorial Service
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