Tag Archives: Politics

Cease and Desist That Bible Study!!

Posted on 6 June 2009 by Valarie

So, on April 11th (Good Friday, to be more specific) David Jones, a pastor in San Diego, California, was told that he had to “Cease and Desist” holding a private Bible Study in his own home, because it was “illegal … Continue reading →

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Obama’s First 100 Days . . .

Posted on 29 April 2009 by Valarie

. . . thank goodness we’ve made it this far. Hopefully the rest of his days will go by just as quickly, and he will not be able to do much more damage.

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Republicans, Take Action!!

Posted on 8 November 2008 by Valarie

I believe that the Republican Party has failed us royally.  I am not alone in my belief, but alone I cannot do anything about it.  Michael Reagan, Ronald Reagan’s son, is starting up a ‘grassroots’ movement to take the Republican … Continue reading →

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Campaign Money Idea

Posted on 19 October 2008 by Valarie

I read this morning that Obama has raised a record $150 million for his campaign.  Of course, that’s the money we know about.  I’m sure it doesn’t count everything he’s gotten from sources he doesn’t want his fellow Americans to … Continue reading →

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Alex, Thou Art Loosed (And Other Random News)

Posted on 12 October 2008 by Valarie

Alex got his provisional driver’s license yesterday.  He has since driven himself all over the place, and we are confident that he will soon master that gear shift, resulting in much smoother take-offs and no more stalling out at stoplights!  … Continue reading →

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Vote Your Conscience

Posted on 16 September 2008 by Valarie

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Let Me Get This Straight. . .

Posted on 15 September 2008 by Valarie

Okay, here are some very random thoughts that I have been chasing lately. I am in “rant mode”, so reader beware! 1.  Nancy Pelosi (and if you don’t know who she is, shame on you!) claims to be an “ardent, … Continue reading →

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My Campaign Endorsement

Posted on 29 August 2008 by Valarie

Most newspapers give endorsements to particular candidates during election times.  So, here at “Chasing Thoughts. . .” I have decided to unveil my endorsement for the presidential race.  I know, everybody has been dying to know who I will endorse, … Continue reading →

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Barack and the Bible

Posted on 26 August 2008 by Valarie

I think it’s best to let the man speak for himself. Please note that this speech was made on June 26th. Two months ago today.

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End of Summer?

Posted on 25 August 2008 by Valarie

Packaging is everything.  So, in an attempt to get folks excited about summer coming to an abrupt halt, and in the spirit of American Commercialism, everywhere we look these days there is some sign, poster, or advertisement that says “Back … Continue reading →

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What Race Card???

Posted on 23 April 2008 by Valarie

I read an interesting blog this morning, describing how President Bill Clinton has recently been accused of playing the ‘race card’ against Obama. Y-Decide 2008. Hmm. Okay, I am not a fan of Bill Clinton’s, but somehow this one doesn’t … Continue reading →

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The “Boss” Picks a Candidate

Posted on 16 April 2008 by Valarie

Okay, for the record, I have NEVER liked Bruce Springsteen. NEVER. I know that folks up in New York get all gushy and twitterpated over him, but I think he’s creepy. Unfortunately, simply because he’s a big rock star (and … Continue reading →

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Die Religion … ist das Opium des Volkes

Posted on 15 April 2008 by Valarie

Yep, I’m quoting Marx!  After all, it’s apparently the “in” thing to do these days!!!  Barack Obama is quoting him, so I figured I didn’t want to be left out.  Now, I am not very original, because I’m using the … Continue reading →

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Shared Sacrifice and Prosperity???

Posted on 20 February 2008 by Valarie

Okay, this is where I’m probably going to offend someone. But I read something today that made my blood run cold. I was reading Yahoo! News, about the Democratic Primaries. It’s an interesting and short read, if anyone is interested: … Continue reading →

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Free Hugs Campaign

Posted on 16 January 2008 by Valarie

I was only two years old during the “Summer of Love”, but all my life, I have wished that I could have been an active part of that summer. I am an old Hippie at heart, and this video is … Continue reading →

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