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Obama Immune from Prosecution
President Obama cannot be impeached or prosecuted – no matter what he does. Even if he personally killed someone.
After the United States – 5 Options for Freedom
If Progressives get their way and Transform our nation in to a Socialist State, where will Conservatives go? This article discusses the only 5 options Conservatives have to build a new nation.
California DREAM Act Proves Nightmarish for Residents
Cross-posted from Truth About Bills Recently, Governor Jerry Brown signed part one of California’s DREAM Act into law. This particular bill, which gives funding to illegal immigrant students, is blatant amnesty. This particular legislation comprises two parts—AB 130 and AB 131. The author of both bills is Assemblyman Gil Cedillo (D-Los Angeles). AB 130 grants private scholarships to illegal immigrant students who qualify under this provision. Brown signed the bill into law on July 25, 2011: This bill would provide that, on and after January 1, 2012, a student attending the California State University, the California Community Colleges, or the University of California who is exempt from paying nonresident tuition under the provision described above would be eligible to receive a scholarship derived from nonstate funds received, for the purpose of scholarships, by the segment at which he or she is a student. Part two ( AB 131 ) grants public funds to qualifying illegal immigrant students. This provision was passed in the State Senate Appropriations Committee on August 26 th , 2011. The legislature has until September 9 to pass it, and Governor Brown has until September 30 to sign the bill into law: This bill would exempt a student who has attended, for 3 or more years, at least one of which shall have been in a high school, and graduated from, secondary school in California from paying nonresident tuition at the California Community Colleges and the California State University. Interestingly enough, Governor Brown might veto AB131 . Gov. Brown seems to have made his broader philosophical decision on the question of providing support for students who are in the country illegally,” Schnur said. “Now he’s got to decide whether he can afford it. It’s a much more difficult decision than the first one. Nevertheless, Assemblyman Tim Donnelly (R-Hesperia) believes that this bill will further cripple California’s economy. “AB 131, the second part of the California `DREAM Act,’ is a nightmare for citizens,” Donnelly said. “Students are already struggling to pay increased tuition and many cannot even get into the classes they need, but the Legislature continues to pretend we can afford this entitlement. The simple truth is, everyone including the governor knows we can’t.” California faces a budget shortfall of 26 billion dollars. Universities across the Golden State are already facing massive budget cuts. Rest assured, the California DREAM Act will be a nightmare for taxpayers. *UPDATE: California State Senate passed its own version of AB 131 . California Dream Act Near Passage (studentactivism.net) California Dream Act passes state Senate (classroomconscious.wordpress.com) California Dream Act Near Approval (nytimes.com) Bill would let illegal immigrant students get aid (sfgate.com) Calif. passing its own ‘Dream Act’ (politico.com)
Gilad Shalit’s 6th Birthday in Captivity: Pray for His Release!
It is important that we pray for Gilad Shalit, as he is in his sixth year of captivity. Gilad Shalit is an Israeli soldier who was captured in a cross border raid on the crossing Kerem Shalom from the Gaza Strip by Gazan militants on 25 June 2006 and has been held hostage by Hamas ever since. From Facebook: Please help us remember Gilad Shalit on his 6th birthday in captivity on Sunday, August 28, 2011 and take action to help secure his release by doing the following 5 things: 1. Please LIKE the Facebook page that was launched this week, “5 Million for the Release of Gilad Shalit,” and ask all your Facebook friends to LIKE it and ask all your friends to ask all THEIR Facebook friends to LIKE it. Together we will reach our goal of making this page go viral and reach 5 million likes! http://www.facebook.com/ReleaseGiladShalit 2. Please write birthday wishes, thoughts and prayers for Gilad on the “5 Million for the Release of Gilad Shalit” page. http://www.facebook.com/ReleaseGiladShalit 3. Please sign the petition for Gilad’s release. http://www.standwithus.com/gilad/ 4. Please watch these videos that were created for Gilad. Birthday video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQasaWh9Gqc (from http://www.facebook.com/StandWithUs ) Slideshow video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8GDY2sPdJY&feature (from http://www.facebook.com/giladshalit ) 5. Please copy the following and make it your status Sunday, August 28, 2011: Gilad Shalit will spend his 6th birthday in captivity today! He must be released! Please visit http://www.facebook.com/ReleaseGiladShalit and leave your birthday wishes, thoughts, and prayers for Gilad. Thank you for caring about Gilad and working for his release! Related articles #Tweet4Shalit (cifwatch.com) Sarkozy: France Will Continue Shalit Efforts (israelnationalnews.com) Report: Shalit Talks to Resume Soon (israelnationalnews.com) Gilad Shalit is Still in Captivity (order-order.com) Remember Gilad (dickiebo.wordpress.com)
Glenn Beck Restores Courage in Israel, Inspires Global Movement
Cross-posted from Washington Times Communities : Amidst criticism of his “Restoring Courage” events in Israel, Glenn Beck succeeds and inspires a new global movement. Related articles Restore Courage and Stand with Israel Wednesday, August 24th in Point Loma (thegabriellahoffman.com) Purchase Your “Stand” T-Shirt TODAY to Support RCUS, Glenn Beck! (thegabriellahoffman.com) Leftist San Diego City Beat Reporter Fails to Uphold Objectivity, Vilifies “Restoring Courage” Events (thegabriellahoffman.com) Glenn Beck: Israelis are ‘constantly talking’ (today.msnbc.msn.com) Glenn Beck: Israelis are ‘constantly talking’ (today.msnbc.msn.com)
Leftist San Diego City Beat Reporter Fails to Uphold Objectivity, Vilifies “Restoring Courage” Events
Some in the media are terrified to learn that different groups can come together and support Israel. That is the case with San Diego City Beat reporter Dave Maass, who slammed Glenn Beck, his “Restoring Courage” event in Jerusalem, our Restoring Courage U.S. movement , and our participating groups. Defending Israel transcends above ideological lines, religious beliefs, and borders. It is undeniable that love for Israel is omnipresent. Republicans, Democrats, independents, conservatives, liberals, Catholics, Jews, atheists, etc., can all come together and stand with Israel and her people. That is the beauty inset with being pro-Israel. Nevertheless, there are people who thrive on pitting Americans against one another. Instead of coming to our San Diego event and reporting about it, Dave Maass failed to live up to journalistic integrity and allowed his agenda to supersede the truth. He initially contacted me to find out more information about our event: Ms. Hoffman – This is Dave Maass, staff writer at San Diego CityBeat. Quick question about your Israel solidarity event: Are there any Jewish organizations involved? Dave Maass I later responded and extended an invitation to him to cover our event: Hi Dave, Although no Jewish organizations are primary sponsors, members and leaders of various pro-Israel groups–including Zionist Organization of America and StandWithUs –will be participating in our event. Are you interested in covering the event, as well? Gabriella Hoffman Maass later asked me about Jewish participation in this event. Sadly, as any pro-Israel activist in Southern California knows, it is hard to unite many groups together. Most local Jewish leaders are not comfortable working with Christian and/or conservative groups, while others are afraid of being ostracized by their community. I was pleased that Christians United for Israel of California, StandWithUs of San Diego, Eagle Forum of San Diego, and Zionist Organization of America’s San Diego chapter participated. Nevertheless, Mr. Maass tried to paint our event and movement as “right-wing” and “extreme”, although we were calling for ALL pro-Israel supporters to attend our event: I just got off the phone with Audrey at SWU, and she was really excited about the event. The thing that jumped out at me, though, was that two of the three lead sponsors seem to be Christian groups, particularly the Eagle Forum, which has a pretty extreme position on certain issues, including homosexuality. Add that one of the other groups involved is run by John Hagee, it makes me wonder whether this is a pro-Israel event or a political, right-wing event. Is there something you could tell me about this event that may make it more palatable for Jews/Zionists who aren’t on the right? Dave My response: Both are pro-Israel groups, even though they have conservative undertones. Many conservative groups support Israel and focus on many issues. Nevertheless, August 24th will be about Israel and not conservative politics. Christians United for Israel is strictly a pro-Israel group. They are like AIPAC, but advocate Christian Zionism. I’ve been to their summit, seen firsthand. Hope that clarifies everything. Nevertheless, he went on to disparage our event and movement here . He began his article with the following tagline: “Christian fundamentalists, Tea Partiers and a former Neo-Nazi are behind Glenn Beck-inspired events.” He then proceeded to go after my friend and Restoring Courage U.S. co-founder Nicole Pearce for her past instead of focusing on our mission: Now, here’s where it gets weird: Hoffman’s partner in the event, Nicole Pearce, has an interesting history as an activist. In 2008, she campaigned for Democratic presidential candidates, but then, in 2009, she joined the Neo-Nazi movement. “I went along and even attended meetings where they discussed many of the things that are being discussed by those who are pro-Palestine in the press now,” she writes on the Restoring Courage U.S. site . ”I was told that Israel and the Jews were the cause of all that was wrong in the world and that Hitler had it right.” She claims she was “saved” by Glenn Beck last year when he coined the rallying cry, “Not Racist, Not Violent, No Longer Silent.” “I prayed and thought on that, and came to realize that I had been duped into believing something that I had all along known was wrong just because I did not want to feel alone as a conservative in Boston,” she writes. “After that, I returned to being an active member of my church, began donating to Israel again, and overall became the person I was prior to the Neo-Nazi encounter, just conservative.” Reporters like Mr. Maass desire to spin this situation in their favor. He created chaos where none was needed. Yes, Nicole had a brief affiliation with a Neo-Nazi group in 2009. Alas, she had an open mind, heard Glenn Beck speak, and decided–for herself–to become conservative and pro-Israel. (Read about her transformation here ). Beck has played an active role in unifying different people to great causes. He did that with Restoring Honor last year and with Restoring Courage last week. Sadly, many of his critics fail to see the good he has done. Beck didn’t simply “save” Nicole. He inspired her to think twice about her opinions and allowed her to see alternative viewpoints. (Reformed leftists drive dedicated activists nuts!) Alas, Mr. Maass detracted from his journalistic duties and went on a bashing spree. Additionally, he questioned the merits of our participating organizations and labelled them as “anti-gay” and “anti-Muslim” groups . So much for objectivity… The driving force behind the events nationwide aren’t Jewish organizations, but rather churches and Tea Party organizations, at least according to Beck’s official watch party list , while many of the events organized by Hoffman’s group are based at universities. Not all, though: Hosts range from You Can Run But You Cannot Hide International , a controversial anti-gay Christian group in Michigan, to the Museum of Jewish Heritage in Connecticut. Locally, no actual Jewish Zionist groups are lead sponsors of the event, though the local chapters of the Zionist Organization of America and StandWithUs, an organization that recently emerged from the San Diego Israel Coalition, will have a presence. The San Diego event is hosted by two right-wing evangelical groups: Christians United for Israel, an organization formed by evangelist John Hagee (remember his controversial McCain endorsement from the 2008 election ?) and the Eagle Forum for San Diego. If you’re not familiar with the Eagle Forum, you can visit their website . Of particular interest for progressives would be the page on the “ Homosexual Agenda ” and “ America’s Muslim Threat .” The problem inset with the main stream media today is that they have a leftist agenda. Reporters would rather stir the pot than give a fair account of a news story. The truth should have no agenda, especially a leftist one. If Mr. Maass were genuinely interested in providing fair commentary, he would have come to the event and see for himself how unified it was. If Mr. Maass were a real journalist, he would admit his wrongdoing and issue an apology for misrepresenting this event. His actions are morally reprehensible. Will he step up and admit his wrongdoing, or continue to defame his opponents? Stay tuned. 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Epic: James O’Keefe Protege Attempts to Ban Lucky Charms at Miami U
John Buckley* and Miami U students profiled a recent stint regarding Lucky Charms cereal. Buckley is following in the footsteps of his mentor and investigative journalist, James O’Keefe. Buckley and his cohorts traps Miami U’s director of Diversity Affairs and get him to admit support for banning Lucky Charms. Watch the following video below: During his time at Rutgers University in New Jersey, O’Keefe attempted to ban Lucky Charms from dining halls. He justified such to show how insulting the popular cereal brand was to Irish-Americans. His video highlighted the negative impact Irish stereotypes (i.e. leprechauns) have on Irish-American students at the respective university. This is marvelous work. Americans are indebted to citizen journalists like O’Keefe and Buckley for exposing injustices that go unnoticed by the establishment media. If you wish to support James O’Keefe and his Project Veritas, please visit their site and donate . *Note: John professionally goes by Mr. Buckley. Related articles Breitbart Crony James O’Keefe May Be Violating a Court Order – Update: Nope, He Isn’t (littlegreenfootballs.com) O’Donnell Rebukes SC Officials For Investigating Office In Latest James O’Keefe Video (mediaite.com) Patriot James O’Keefe’s Latest Expose: Medicaid Drug Smuggling Investigation (pumabydesign001.wordpress.com) James O’Keefe is back with more video, this time on Medicaid (shortformblog.tumblr.com) Fake Pimp James O’Keefe’s Dream Exposé, Exposed [Fake Pimps] (jezebel.com)
U.N. “Palestinian” State Vote in September: Bad for Israel, Bad for the United States
Watch this video and see how the U.N. undermines Israel. Be prepared for September and pray for Israel’s safety:
Restore Courage and Stand with Israel Wednesday, August 24th in Point Loma
Want to Stand with Israel this August 24th in San Diego and don’t know where to go? Head over to Point Loma! Yours truly, Christians United for Israel of California, and Eagle Forum of San Diego are hosting a “Restoring Courage” viewing party, potluck and Q&A session to stand with our greatest ally in the Middle East: Israel. This is in conjunction with Glenn Beck’s “Restoring Courage” event taking place in Israel and the Restoring Courage U.S. movement, which was founded by my friend Nicole Pearce and I. The event we’ll be broadcasting is Restoring Courage: Courage to Stand this Wednesday, August 24th, 2011: On August 24, 2011, Glenn Beck will host an event at the Davidson Center in Jerusalem. Taking place just steps from the Western Wall and the Temple Mount, this program calls for unity among all faiths, and will honor Israelis who have displayed courage in their struggle for survival and peace. It will also issue a challenge to all citizens of the world to stand with and declare their support for Israel. Joining Glenn will be religious leaders, esteemed speakers and entertainers including the Rabbi of the Western Wall, Shumuel Rabinovitch, Academy Award winning actor Jon Voight, internationally renowned singer Dudu Fisher, and the Jerusalem Great Synagogue Choir. Tickets to this event are SOLD OUT ; however, you can watch the program LIVE on GBTV.com! Some important event details: Restoring Courage US- CA Where: Bldg 177 Truxton Road, San Diego, 92106 When: Wednesday, August 24, 2011, 7:00 PM NOW IS THE TIME TO STAND AND RESTORE COURAGE We ask those of you who value freedom, honor and faith to stand with Glenn Beck and leaders from around the world with one united voice. Glenn’s company, Mercury Radio Arts, is hosting three events in Israel. The main event will be the evening of August 24th at The Southern Wall Excavations. RESTORING COURAGE US-CA EVENT: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 – 7:00pm – 10:00pm Bldg 177 Truxton Road San Diego, CA 92106 (NTC) (Enter from Rosecrans/Roosevelt Rd – At the foot of the hill, turn left – you are on Truxton Rd. Building on the corner of Truxton & Dewey; same side of street as Vons – free parking) Featuring GLENN BECK Restoring Courage US from Jerusalem, Israel Hosted by: Restoring Courage US- Co-Founder Gabriella Hoffman, ghoffman16@yahoo.com (949) 302-8266 Christians United For Israel- CA Rep. Pastor Greg Stephens, gregstephens2010@gmail.com (619) 619 250-7685 Eagle Forum San Diego- Woody Woodrum, President, woodyfor53@yahoo.com (858) 652-9528 “And who knows that you have come to the Kingdom for such a time as this?” Esther 4:14 MORE IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Tables for Organizations: Cost – $25 for the entire event. If you wish to reserve one, please contact Woody Woodrum at wodyfor53@yahoo.com. Arrive at 6pm to set up your tables/booths. Food: Potluck style! Please bring food items and necessary supplies. We don’t want to leave anyone hungry! Cost: FREE, but we encourage everyone to donate anything, regardless of amount, to help offset the cost of the event. Hope to see you there! P.S. If you’re in the media and wish to cover our event, please contact Gabriella at ghoffman16@yahoo.com. Related articles Glenn Beck: No Doubt that Israel is Right (americandefenseleague.wordpress.com) RESTORING COURAGE CALIFORNIA: August 24, 2011 Event Details (thegabriellahoffman.com) WaPo Writer Stoops to New Low, Accuses Glenn Beck of Being “Anti-Semitic” (thegabriellahoffman.com) Glenn Beck’s Israel Rally Loses A Big Hitter (huffingtonpost.com) Glenn Beck is mad as heck at John Boehner (capitolhillblue.com)
