News item:
"Sultan man dies after being tased by Snohomish Co. deputies." You can read the details here: http://www.nwcn.com/news/washington/Sultan-man-dies-after-being-tased-by-Snohomish-Co-deputies-102220414.html
The statistics involving police use of the Taser device resulting in deaths, continue to rise.
In the past, I have seen televised demonstrations of the Taser, where police deploy the Taser on one of their own. Such demos are an attempt to provide proof that the Taser is harmless. Luckily, the volunteer survives.
However, I wonder what would have happened if at such a demonstration, the police officer experienced full cardiac arrest and could not be revived…
How many Tasers would that police department buy after such an incident?
The incident in the tiny community of Sultan in western Washington yesterday, is yet another grim statistic laid at the door of law enforcement.
In the U.S. last year, there were about 94 police related uses of Taser equipment resulting in death of the suspects. The statistics are higher when one adds other countries.
The human body runs on a very delicate electrically balanced system. Whenever that delicate balance has a severe disruption, it can increase the human heartbeat by as much as 200 to 300 beats per minute. This can result in immediate cardiac arrest. Or, the disruption can stop the heart immediately.
Some of the reports of police deployment of the Taser indicate more than one application of electricity to the suspect. In some cases, there were several shocks from the Taser before the suspect collapsed, in death.
Yeppp, Taser deployment can result in an execution by electrocution, so to speak, and that is without the benefit of trial, jury, judge, reviews, appeals, etc. In some cases, Taser use is just some “street justice by cop” – all in the line of duty, of course; and the Taser use carefully defended by the police.
More than likely, police agencies will have to reconsider the use of the Taser as part of their equipment. Eventually, there will be lawsuits decided in favor of very large monetary awards to the dead suspect’s family or relatives.
I find it very troubling that after realizing there have been hundreds of deaths resulting from police deployment of the Taser on suspects, the police continue to use the device.
If this were several hundred rupturing gas tanks on a car over a period of three or four years, the public would be in an uproar. Yet, because it is police related, there is nary a whimper.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Sunday, July 11, 2010
NO SOLICITING
The neat, businesslike sign, placed just above the doorbell, says “NO SOLICITING.”
It is not possible to “not see” this sign in advance of knocking on the door, or ringing the doorbell.
Yet, for whatever reason, there are some people who persist in ringing our doorbell, to spread the message about their gospel, goods or political beliefs.
Each time, I ask myself, “What the fongonus are they thinking?” Don’t they realize that trying to make a pitch after being asked not to, only causes aggravation to the resident? It definitely disinclines me from wanting to listen to or buy anything.
If I do not know you, and you do not live in the neighborhood, and my car or house is not on fire, then I wonder why someone would want to ring my doorbell.
Sometimes they are trying to sell carpet cleaning by offering two free rooms - today only. Other times, with a Bible open at the ready, they are ready to quote some verse, in order to support their particular religions viewpoint. Or, maybe they are just ready to had over a pamphlet about the product, church or political candidate they are supporting.
We have a heavy duty, security type, metal screen door. It was locked. The front door was open, to allow some cool air, as it has been fairly hot in these parts the past few days. Dressed in my grey boxer briefs, t-shirt, and slippers, I was in the middle of preparing breakfast, in anticipation of watching the FIFA World Cup match between Spain and The Netherlands.
When the doorbell rang at 10:05 AM, I stepped the few feet from the stove to the entry hall to see the stranger at the door. As soon as he saw me, he started his 60 miles per hour pitch about carpet cleaning, wanting to know what room I wanted cleaned first. When he paused to catch his breath, I pointed to the sign and reminded him that it says “NO SOLICITING.” His response was that he was not selling anything, because he was offering free carpet cleaning.
I said, “Do I look like I just fell off a turnip truck?” I let him know that I would not be very anxious to participate in any unsolicited offer, "...especially from someone who is so reasoning impaired that they do not understand the concept of NO SOLICITING."
He had some sort of smartass comeback, and I let him know that I guessed that I would have to go get the shotgun.
He said if I went to get the shotgun, he “…would have to get the sheriff out here.” I let him know if would not be the sheriff, it would be the Marysville, police, and, they’ve already been out here several times in the past. “They already know I’m a little tetched in the head.”
That’s when I started my obvious nervous tick routine, and talking to imaginary folks. One voice said, “You have to shoot someone this stupid,” and another voice said, “He’s only trying to sell carpet cleaning, let him go.” Then I said, “Yeah, but he can’t read. That means he’s real stupid and should be culled from the gene pool.”
As the nervous ticks became more exaggerated, the unwanted intruder decided that it was time to take off, lickity split, for his own personal safety. I had a good laugh as I returned to fixing the scrambled eggs.
It is not possible to “not see” this sign in advance of knocking on the door, or ringing the doorbell.
Yet, for whatever reason, there are some people who persist in ringing our doorbell, to spread the message about their gospel, goods or political beliefs.
Each time, I ask myself, “What the fongonus are they thinking?” Don’t they realize that trying to make a pitch after being asked not to, only causes aggravation to the resident? It definitely disinclines me from wanting to listen to or buy anything.
If I do not know you, and you do not live in the neighborhood, and my car or house is not on fire, then I wonder why someone would want to ring my doorbell.
Sometimes they are trying to sell carpet cleaning by offering two free rooms - today only. Other times, with a Bible open at the ready, they are ready to quote some verse, in order to support their particular religions viewpoint. Or, maybe they are just ready to had over a pamphlet about the product, church or political candidate they are supporting.
We have a heavy duty, security type, metal screen door. It was locked. The front door was open, to allow some cool air, as it has been fairly hot in these parts the past few days. Dressed in my grey boxer briefs, t-shirt, and slippers, I was in the middle of preparing breakfast, in anticipation of watching the FIFA World Cup match between Spain and The Netherlands.
When the doorbell rang at 10:05 AM, I stepped the few feet from the stove to the entry hall to see the stranger at the door. As soon as he saw me, he started his 60 miles per hour pitch about carpet cleaning, wanting to know what room I wanted cleaned first. When he paused to catch his breath, I pointed to the sign and reminded him that it says “NO SOLICITING.” His response was that he was not selling anything, because he was offering free carpet cleaning.
I said, “Do I look like I just fell off a turnip truck?” I let him know that I would not be very anxious to participate in any unsolicited offer, "...especially from someone who is so reasoning impaired that they do not understand the concept of NO SOLICITING."
He had some sort of smartass comeback, and I let him know that I guessed that I would have to go get the shotgun.
He said if I went to get the shotgun, he “…would have to get the sheriff out here.” I let him know if would not be the sheriff, it would be the Marysville, police, and, they’ve already been out here several times in the past. “They already know I’m a little tetched in the head.”
That’s when I started my obvious nervous tick routine, and talking to imaginary folks. One voice said, “You have to shoot someone this stupid,” and another voice said, “He’s only trying to sell carpet cleaning, let him go.” Then I said, “Yeah, but he can’t read. That means he’s real stupid and should be culled from the gene pool.”
As the nervous ticks became more exaggerated, the unwanted intruder decided that it was time to take off, lickity split, for his own personal safety. I had a good laugh as I returned to fixing the scrambled eggs.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
PRAY FOR RAIN ON THE 4TH OF JULY
Why do so many people pray for rain on the 4TH of July? Living in western Washington is mostly quiet, except for December 31 and July 4. For about a week in advance of those calendar dates, there is the sound of warfare in the air.
The sounds of warfare arrive courtesy of the Tribal Community on the other side of HWY5, about two miles in the distance. Years ago, before political correctness, it was an Indian Reservation. Nowadays, folks refer to the area as Tribal Lands or Tribal Community. They sell fireworks, all sorts of fireworks. Tribal lands are where anyone can buy anything that can explode, or, go up into the air then explode.
I heard a news bite where a reporter was interviewing a few “Tribal Members,” who professed that it is a Native American tradition to sell and use fireworks, especially on the 4TH of July.
Hmmm. I am not so sure that Native American Tribes are all that supportive of the Independence Day celebrations.
After all, most Native Americans lost their way of life with the encroachment of the non-native Americans – mostly White and Black folks bent on taming the west. Why would Native Americans want to celebrate that?
More than likely, this is a Tribal grand scheme to get back at the “White People,” by extracting money from them. Most Tribal Lands have a casino, and most of them are doing very well, thanks to non-native customers. So, how else can the Tribes harvest more dollars? Well, selling fireworks fits in very well.
The Tribal People know that “White Folks” will spend all sorts of money to buy fireworks, especially things that go boom on land or in the air. Thousands of visitors will spend $50 to $300 or more for their personal fireworks display. Across the U.S.A. it becomes a neighborhood contest and game of one-upmanship, to see who has the best fireworks display.
In these parts, there seems to be a fascination with rockets. There are many types and sizes of rockets for sale; but, by far the Tribes sell more “bottle rockets” than any other types. Of course, these rockets are “unguided missiles” that can land anywhere; and, yes, they do start fires.
Every year, in the week before and after the July 4TH holiday, there are many fires and injures associated with the use of fireworks, even the so–called safe and sane variety.
I believe that all fireworks are dangerous, even when used according to directions. Most people do not realize that the perceived harmless “sparklers” burn at the temperature of a welding torch, and can cause serious injury.
So far, in the 2010 season, there are some interesting horror stories involving the use of fireworks. Bad things can happen to people, even trained professionals. Here are some links:
http://www.nwcn.com/news/idaho/Three-firefighters-hurt-in-Idaho-fireworks-display-explosion-97738124.html
http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=11083141
In 2009, there were about 8,800 fireworks injuries and two deaths, in the U.S. Also, there were thousands of fires and millions of dollars of damage resulting from the use of fireworks. This link provides interesting fireworks statistics.
http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/focus/fireworks.shtm
Here are some safety tips from FEMA’s U.S. Fire Administration.
• The best way to protect your family is not to use any fireworks at home — period. Attend public fireworks displays and leave the lighting to the licensed pyrotechnic professionals.
• Kids should never play with fireworks. Sparklers can reach 2,000° Fahrenheit — hot enough to melt some metals.
• Steer clear of others — fireworks have been known to backfire or shoot off in the wrong direction. Never throw or point fireworks at someone, even in jest.
• Don't allow kids to pick up pieces of fireworks after an event. Some may still be ignited and can explode at any time.
• Think about your pet. Animals have sensitive ears and can be extremely frightened or stressed on the Fourth of July. Keep pets indoors to reduce the risk that they'll run loose or get injured.
In my neighborhood, it is always like a war zone. There are many things that go boom, and some with a very big boom. There are firecrackers, cherry bombs, M-80’s, and other items up to the equivalence of about a half a stick of dynamite.
Every year I get ‘flinchitis’ from flinching at the loud booms. Also, every year, I have to remove spent rockets from my roof and yard. I am on constant vigil to keep my roof from catching on fire due to an errant rocket or other type of fireworks. That is why many people, including me, always pray for rain on the 4TH of July.
The sounds of warfare arrive courtesy of the Tribal Community on the other side of HWY5, about two miles in the distance. Years ago, before political correctness, it was an Indian Reservation. Nowadays, folks refer to the area as Tribal Lands or Tribal Community. They sell fireworks, all sorts of fireworks. Tribal lands are where anyone can buy anything that can explode, or, go up into the air then explode.
I heard a news bite where a reporter was interviewing a few “Tribal Members,” who professed that it is a Native American tradition to sell and use fireworks, especially on the 4TH of July.
Hmmm. I am not so sure that Native American Tribes are all that supportive of the Independence Day celebrations.
After all, most Native Americans lost their way of life with the encroachment of the non-native Americans – mostly White and Black folks bent on taming the west. Why would Native Americans want to celebrate that?
More than likely, this is a Tribal grand scheme to get back at the “White People,” by extracting money from them. Most Tribal Lands have a casino, and most of them are doing very well, thanks to non-native customers. So, how else can the Tribes harvest more dollars? Well, selling fireworks fits in very well.
The Tribal People know that “White Folks” will spend all sorts of money to buy fireworks, especially things that go boom on land or in the air. Thousands of visitors will spend $50 to $300 or more for their personal fireworks display. Across the U.S.A. it becomes a neighborhood contest and game of one-upmanship, to see who has the best fireworks display.
In these parts, there seems to be a fascination with rockets. There are many types and sizes of rockets for sale; but, by far the Tribes sell more “bottle rockets” than any other types. Of course, these rockets are “unguided missiles” that can land anywhere; and, yes, they do start fires.
Every year, in the week before and after the July 4TH holiday, there are many fires and injures associated with the use of fireworks, even the so–called safe and sane variety.
I believe that all fireworks are dangerous, even when used according to directions. Most people do not realize that the perceived harmless “sparklers” burn at the temperature of a welding torch, and can cause serious injury.
So far, in the 2010 season, there are some interesting horror stories involving the use of fireworks. Bad things can happen to people, even trained professionals. Here are some links:
http://www.nwcn.com/news/idaho/Three-firefighters-hurt-in-Idaho-fireworks-display-explosion-97738124.html
http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=11083141
In 2009, there were about 8,800 fireworks injuries and two deaths, in the U.S. Also, there were thousands of fires and millions of dollars of damage resulting from the use of fireworks. This link provides interesting fireworks statistics.
http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/focus/fireworks.shtm
Here are some safety tips from FEMA’s U.S. Fire Administration.
• The best way to protect your family is not to use any fireworks at home — period. Attend public fireworks displays and leave the lighting to the licensed pyrotechnic professionals.
• Kids should never play with fireworks. Sparklers can reach 2,000° Fahrenheit — hot enough to melt some metals.
• Steer clear of others — fireworks have been known to backfire or shoot off in the wrong direction. Never throw or point fireworks at someone, even in jest.
• Don't allow kids to pick up pieces of fireworks after an event. Some may still be ignited and can explode at any time.
• Think about your pet. Animals have sensitive ears and can be extremely frightened or stressed on the Fourth of July. Keep pets indoors to reduce the risk that they'll run loose or get injured.
In my neighborhood, it is always like a war zone. There are many things that go boom, and some with a very big boom. There are firecrackers, cherry bombs, M-80’s, and other items up to the equivalence of about a half a stick of dynamite.
Every year I get ‘flinchitis’ from flinching at the loud booms. Also, every year, I have to remove spent rockets from my roof and yard. I am on constant vigil to keep my roof from catching on fire due to an errant rocket or other type of fireworks. That is why many people, including me, always pray for rain on the 4TH of July.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
WORLD CUP BAD CALLS
I am not the most ardent of soccer fans, but I do like to watch some of the World Cup games.
So far, in the 2010 events, almost every game I watched has had some questionable officiating, if not outright bad calls by the referees; and, it is not just me. Others have noticed the bad calls too.
These bad calls have brought up the subject of "instant replay" with millions of sports fans questioning why FIFA, the organization behind the World Cup contest, does not allow instant replay.
After all, it is 2010, and one would think that it is way past the time for FIFA to implement instant replay; so that two "off the field officials" can review calls, when requested to do so by the coach of a team.
For FIFA to continue to deny instant replay is not fair to the players, and it is not acceptable. There is no valid reason why FIFA could not set up an instant replay policy and procedure similar to that used in professional football in the USA.
Unfortunately, there are waaay tooo many ATNAs who are sports fans. Those are people who are ALL TALK, NO ACTION.
The millions of sports fans who are disappointed with the officiating at the World Cup events this year, need to let FIFA know about your thoughts and concerns. Now is the time to speak up and do that.
Here is the link to make comments to FIFA:
http://www.fifa.com/contact/form.html
Now, get off your dead butts and do something about it!!
So far, in the 2010 events, almost every game I watched has had some questionable officiating, if not outright bad calls by the referees; and, it is not just me. Others have noticed the bad calls too.
These bad calls have brought up the subject of "instant replay" with millions of sports fans questioning why FIFA, the organization behind the World Cup contest, does not allow instant replay.
After all, it is 2010, and one would think that it is way past the time for FIFA to implement instant replay; so that two "off the field officials" can review calls, when requested to do so by the coach of a team.
For FIFA to continue to deny instant replay is not fair to the players, and it is not acceptable. There is no valid reason why FIFA could not set up an instant replay policy and procedure similar to that used in professional football in the USA.
Unfortunately, there are waaay tooo many ATNAs who are sports fans. Those are people who are ALL TALK, NO ACTION.
The millions of sports fans who are disappointed with the officiating at the World Cup events this year, need to let FIFA know about your thoughts and concerns. Now is the time to speak up and do that.
Here is the link to make comments to FIFA:
http://www.fifa.com/contact/form.html
Now, get off your dead butts and do something about it!!
Saturday, June 5, 2010
OIL OIL EVERYWHERE
If you have been asleep for the past few weeks, you’ve been missing the constant news about the oil well disaster off the coast of Louisiana; and the intricate web of finger pointing in an attempt to lay blame.
Some people blame the Bush administration, due to certain favoritism toward the big oil companies, of which Richard “Shotgun Dick” Cheney and George W. Bush have more than passing familiarity. Others blame the giant oil Company BP for having extremely lax policies about such disasters, (no preparedness), and the slow response to do something about it.
As BP scrambles to try to contain this spewing of natural resources that is devastating coastal and marine life for miles and miles, one has to ask a question: Why were there no adequate safeguards in place, in advance preparation for such a disaster?
Since almost forever, the oil companies have been licking their chops and salivating over the possibility of drilling off the California coastline. Fueled by the resolve of the NIMBYs, thankfully that has not happened yet, at least to any meaningful degree. Can you imagine what would be happening if this disaster were taking place off Venice Beach, Malibu Beach, or Big Sur? More than likely, the residents of the state of California would have voted to secede from the Union, and declare war on the U.S.
However, there is another aspect to this that others have not mentioned. Sabotage. This oil well disaster shows as a blueprint for terrorists who really want to cause havoc. Yes, they can fly a plane into a very tall building, and cause multiple deaths and destruction. Although, the chances of something like 9/11 happening again any time soon might be a tad remote.
So, what would happen if Islamic terrorists were to destroy four or five producing coastal oil wells? Would the ocean waters within a 10-mile radius of each well become contaminated? For all intents and purposes, would a much larger area of the ocean become dead for years and years into the future?
If anything, the BIG lesson about this disaster is the lack of security. Lack of security to protect these wells, and the lack of security of having a workable disaster plan. It looks like the U.S. government, and the oil companies – in addition to BP – were caught without any solid, meaningful, plan for such a disaster.
Despite the lessons and experiences involved with the Hexxon-Valdez incident years ago, it appears that zero, zip, nada, nothing has been done to substantially provide safeguards and action plans for such disasters.
As the late great political cartoonist Walk Kelly wrote, through little Pogo Possum, on Earth Day in 1970, “We have met the enemy, and he is us.” For more information about Pogo, please visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pogo_(comics)
Some people blame the Bush administration, due to certain favoritism toward the big oil companies, of which Richard “Shotgun Dick” Cheney and George W. Bush have more than passing familiarity. Others blame the giant oil Company BP for having extremely lax policies about such disasters, (no preparedness), and the slow response to do something about it.
As BP scrambles to try to contain this spewing of natural resources that is devastating coastal and marine life for miles and miles, one has to ask a question: Why were there no adequate safeguards in place, in advance preparation for such a disaster?
Since almost forever, the oil companies have been licking their chops and salivating over the possibility of drilling off the California coastline. Fueled by the resolve of the NIMBYs, thankfully that has not happened yet, at least to any meaningful degree. Can you imagine what would be happening if this disaster were taking place off Venice Beach, Malibu Beach, or Big Sur? More than likely, the residents of the state of California would have voted to secede from the Union, and declare war on the U.S.
However, there is another aspect to this that others have not mentioned. Sabotage. This oil well disaster shows as a blueprint for terrorists who really want to cause havoc. Yes, they can fly a plane into a very tall building, and cause multiple deaths and destruction. Although, the chances of something like 9/11 happening again any time soon might be a tad remote.
So, what would happen if Islamic terrorists were to destroy four or five producing coastal oil wells? Would the ocean waters within a 10-mile radius of each well become contaminated? For all intents and purposes, would a much larger area of the ocean become dead for years and years into the future?
If anything, the BIG lesson about this disaster is the lack of security. Lack of security to protect these wells, and the lack of security of having a workable disaster plan. It looks like the U.S. government, and the oil companies – in addition to BP – were caught without any solid, meaningful, plan for such a disaster.
Despite the lessons and experiences involved with the Hexxon-Valdez incident years ago, it appears that zero, zip, nada, nothing has been done to substantially provide safeguards and action plans for such disasters.
As the late great political cartoonist Walk Kelly wrote, through little Pogo Possum, on Earth Day in 1970, “We have met the enemy, and he is us.” For more information about Pogo, please visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pogo_(comics)
Saturday, May 22, 2010
TIME FOR A CHANGE
If you have been out of the country the past month or so, you might have missed the brouhaha about the newly signed Arizona law that calls for tougher immigration standards.
Many people wrongly believe the new law is discriminatory, and that it would allow the police to question you if you have Hispanic-looking skin color. That is not true. If the police have stopped you, to question you about another matter such as a driving infraction, and ask to see your driver's license and proof of insurance, and you have neither in your possession, that is one of the thresholds to ask more questions about your identification and possibly your citizenship status.
If you are in the U.S. legally, there will not be a problem. If you are not in the U.S. legally, the police will arrest you. It is as simple as that. Various cities and all sorts of people, including President Obama, have been grandstanding to denounce this law. I believe it is s good law.
Even the president of Mexico got into the dog and pony show to denounce the Arizona law; and, I am wondering how he could do that and keep a straight face. Mexico has very tough laws, much tougher than the U.S., governing immigration policies and procedures.
However, one U.S. member of congress had the balls to stand up and be counted, as he disagreed with the Mexican president's speech to the U.S. congress. Here is a link to his comments:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ldx8gZDwZWs
In the past few days, news sources have been reporting that a significant amount of people entering the U.S. illegally, through Mexico, are OTMs. That means, Other Than Mexicans.
The U.S. public has been misled about the quantity and variety of illegals entering the U.S. through Mexico. Please check these links to learn more:
Video 1 http://www.wsbtv.com/video/23438021/index.html
Video 2 http://www.wsbtv.com/video/23438712/index.html
You will see that there are dozens of countries involved in sending undocumented people into the U.S. Many of these people will not be here to mow your lawn or work at the local fast food restaurant. Some of these people are enemies of the U.S. and are up to no good.
It is time for a change in the U.S. laws and policies regarding illegal entries. In many cases, illegal entrants have been deported many times, only to come back again and again.
I believe there should be very tough sanctions applied to repeat offenders who illegally enter the U.S. Maybe there should be something like a “three strikes” law.
The U.S. needs to stop the "catch and release" policy. If you are here illegally, upon the first conviction you need to go to prison for three years. A second illegal entry conviction should bring 10 years.
Any conviction for a third illegal entry should have an automatic 40 years in a nasty federal prison, with no early release.
There should not be a fourth illegal entry.
There are some people who might argue for execution, if the illegal entrant has a U.S. conviction for a violent felony - such as rape or murder, or shooting at police officers or firefighters.
Here’s one reason why there should be a much tougher policy. Recently, police caught this guy in the act of raping a woman in Edmonds, WA: http://www.nwcn.com/news/washington/Investigators-Edmonds-rape-suspect-deported-nine-times-94637479.html
News investigators learned that this suspect had been deported nine times prior to this current crime.
Also, we need to stop all financial and scholastic support to illegal aliens. The federal government should stop any type of financial support to "sanctuary cities." Certain cities in the U.S. have become "Sanctuary Cities," or safe havens for illegal entrants. The cities should be able to do that, but without any federal dollars for highways, social services , etc.
Supporting illegal aliens in some states has those states on the verge of bankruptcy. That means no more Social Security, food stamps, medical, subsidized housing, or schools for illegal alilens. No more "anchor baby" status either. If you are in the U.S. illegally and have a child while you are here, you and your child should be deported to your country of origin - without U.S. citizenship for the child.
Yes, it is time for a change. Now is the time to make contact with your representatives and senators, to let them know how you feel about illegal immigrants.
Many people wrongly believe the new law is discriminatory, and that it would allow the police to question you if you have Hispanic-looking skin color. That is not true. If the police have stopped you, to question you about another matter such as a driving infraction, and ask to see your driver's license and proof of insurance, and you have neither in your possession, that is one of the thresholds to ask more questions about your identification and possibly your citizenship status.
If you are in the U.S. legally, there will not be a problem. If you are not in the U.S. legally, the police will arrest you. It is as simple as that. Various cities and all sorts of people, including President Obama, have been grandstanding to denounce this law. I believe it is s good law.
Even the president of Mexico got into the dog and pony show to denounce the Arizona law; and, I am wondering how he could do that and keep a straight face. Mexico has very tough laws, much tougher than the U.S., governing immigration policies and procedures.
However, one U.S. member of congress had the balls to stand up and be counted, as he disagreed with the Mexican president's speech to the U.S. congress. Here is a link to his comments:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ldx8gZDwZWs
In the past few days, news sources have been reporting that a significant amount of people entering the U.S. illegally, through Mexico, are OTMs. That means, Other Than Mexicans.
The U.S. public has been misled about the quantity and variety of illegals entering the U.S. through Mexico. Please check these links to learn more:
Video 1 http://www.wsbtv.com/video/23438021/index.html
Video 2 http://www.wsbtv.com/video/23438712/index.html
You will see that there are dozens of countries involved in sending undocumented people into the U.S. Many of these people will not be here to mow your lawn or work at the local fast food restaurant. Some of these people are enemies of the U.S. and are up to no good.
It is time for a change in the U.S. laws and policies regarding illegal entries. In many cases, illegal entrants have been deported many times, only to come back again and again.
I believe there should be very tough sanctions applied to repeat offenders who illegally enter the U.S. Maybe there should be something like a “three strikes” law.
The U.S. needs to stop the "catch and release" policy. If you are here illegally, upon the first conviction you need to go to prison for three years. A second illegal entry conviction should bring 10 years.
Any conviction for a third illegal entry should have an automatic 40 years in a nasty federal prison, with no early release.
There should not be a fourth illegal entry.
There are some people who might argue for execution, if the illegal entrant has a U.S. conviction for a violent felony - such as rape or murder, or shooting at police officers or firefighters.
Here’s one reason why there should be a much tougher policy. Recently, police caught this guy in the act of raping a woman in Edmonds, WA: http://www.nwcn.com/news/washington/Investigators-Edmonds-rape-suspect-deported-nine-times-94637479.html
News investigators learned that this suspect had been deported nine times prior to this current crime.
Also, we need to stop all financial and scholastic support to illegal aliens. The federal government should stop any type of financial support to "sanctuary cities." Certain cities in the U.S. have become "Sanctuary Cities," or safe havens for illegal entrants. The cities should be able to do that, but without any federal dollars for highways, social services , etc.
Supporting illegal aliens in some states has those states on the verge of bankruptcy. That means no more Social Security, food stamps, medical, subsidized housing, or schools for illegal alilens. No more "anchor baby" status either. If you are in the U.S. illegally and have a child while you are here, you and your child should be deported to your country of origin - without U.S. citizenship for the child.
Yes, it is time for a change. Now is the time to make contact with your representatives and senators, to let them know how you feel about illegal immigrants.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
THE ARIZONA LAW
Last Friday, Arizona Governor Jan Brewer announced that she had signed into law, a very strict reformation of immigration laws for the State of Arizona.
Since then, there has been a very BIG brouhaha, a hurricane of protest, with most of the protesters claiming discrimination, etc. Meh, and yaaawwwnnn.
Too many people are looking at this Arizona law in the wrong light.
What about the Arizona law enforcement officers, who were murdered by illegal aliens or Mexican gang members, in the last few years? http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/64385
The Legislature, Governor and a vast majority of the PEOPLE of Arizona reached a point where enough is enough. In short, they grew weary, while waiting, as the federal government frittered away more time doing nothing.
Therefore, the government of Arizona decided to take action to curb illegal aliens.
If you were Hispanic and walking on the sidewalk, minding your own business, the Arizona police would not want to stop you and ask for your ID.
On the other hand, if you were driving a vehicle and made a turn without signaling, that would give any police officer or state trooper, anywhere and in any state, the opportunity to stop you and say hello to you; and, ask a lot of questions, including asking to see your ID.
Like a Chinese Laundry - "no tickee, no washee," now in Arizona, if you do not have the proper ID, you go to jail. Then, a JUDGE will sort out the details.
By the way, agents from ICE routinely troll through the jail inmate lists, looking for any “foreign sounding name” such as Mendoza, Farouk, Mohamed, Sing, Le, Vinh, Battaglia, etc. I hope you never have to suffer the indignity of having to prove your citizenship to an ICE agent. Those folks have the power (badge and gun), to initiate deportation proceedings, immediately upon the conclusion of any local legal matters.
In the meantime, news reports say that huge numbers of "illegal immigrants" are leaving Arizona. Where are they heading? Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Utah, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, andddd, possibly some place near you.
Many of these “day laborers” provide valuable services to many types of businesses.
If they were here legally, they would still be working hard and sending money to their folks back home.
Take a look at restaurants, fast food establishments, gardening services, and construction sites near you, to see how many Hispanics are on the staff.
I agree with the Arizona law, but welcome the skills, knowledge and abilities of legal immigrants.
Since then, there has been a very BIG brouhaha, a hurricane of protest, with most of the protesters claiming discrimination, etc. Meh, and yaaawwwnnn.
Too many people are looking at this Arizona law in the wrong light.
What about the Arizona law enforcement officers, who were murdered by illegal aliens or Mexican gang members, in the last few years? http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/64385
The Legislature, Governor and a vast majority of the PEOPLE of Arizona reached a point where enough is enough. In short, they grew weary, while waiting, as the federal government frittered away more time doing nothing.
Therefore, the government of Arizona decided to take action to curb illegal aliens.
If you were Hispanic and walking on the sidewalk, minding your own business, the Arizona police would not want to stop you and ask for your ID.
On the other hand, if you were driving a vehicle and made a turn without signaling, that would give any police officer or state trooper, anywhere and in any state, the opportunity to stop you and say hello to you; and, ask a lot of questions, including asking to see your ID.
Like a Chinese Laundry - "no tickee, no washee," now in Arizona, if you do not have the proper ID, you go to jail. Then, a JUDGE will sort out the details.
By the way, agents from ICE routinely troll through the jail inmate lists, looking for any “foreign sounding name” such as Mendoza, Farouk, Mohamed, Sing, Le, Vinh, Battaglia, etc. I hope you never have to suffer the indignity of having to prove your citizenship to an ICE agent. Those folks have the power (badge and gun), to initiate deportation proceedings, immediately upon the conclusion of any local legal matters.
In the meantime, news reports say that huge numbers of "illegal immigrants" are leaving Arizona. Where are they heading? Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Utah, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, andddd, possibly some place near you.
Many of these “day laborers” provide valuable services to many types of businesses.
If they were here legally, they would still be working hard and sending money to their folks back home.
Take a look at restaurants, fast food establishments, gardening services, and construction sites near you, to see how many Hispanics are on the staff.
I agree with the Arizona law, but welcome the skills, knowledge and abilities of legal immigrants.
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