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Polish Katyn Tragedy

2010-04-10T14:36:00.000-07:00

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all Poles on a day seemingly as tragic as that which claimed most of the Polish officer corps 70 years ago. Unfortunately, almost 20 years of US - Polish cooperation were laid to waste when President Obama delayed deployment of the much anticipated missile shield. The sincerity perceived by any gestures of condolence by our administration will be watered down by how we treated our most loyal post Cold War ally when we failed to stand behind Poland when they were prepared to take a tough stance against Medvedev and Putin's Russia by agreeing to place a state of the art missile defense system within its borders.

Pray that the Poles remain strong and independent in very tumultuous times having witnessed reforms in Ukraine, Georgia, and Kyrgyzstan reverse course very recently either through elections plagued with fraud or outright violence. May the world watch events in Poland and the Balitcs very closely as Russia will undoubtedly seize this tragedy as an opportunity to further extend its inflence through its former buffer states. As go the Poles, so will the Baltics.

Having a US president perceived as weak throughout the world will do nothing to help matters for the Poles. I fear that although the Poles have suffered greatly today, this is only the beginning.

Ft. Hood Terror

2009-11-11T06:48:00.001-08:00

As we watch the propaganda unfold on the evening news, let us not forget the events that transpired at Fort Hood. One radical took it upon himself to generate mass casulaties within a military compound. Prosecution under the Uniform Code of Military Justice will most likely result in certain death for soon to be Corporal Hasan. As the accused 'lawyers up', there will be attempts to use this as a show trial for al-qaeda's benefit.

Sorry, but I'm calling it like I see it. This was a terrorist act, by an islamic extremist, meant to inflict mass casualties.

Unfortunately, he wasn't shot enough times to get him his 70 virgins. However, based on his speedy recovery, the waterboarding can begin almost immediately.

And by the way, if you're reading this, in English, thank a vet!

Veterans Day

2009-11-11T06:47:00.001-08:00

Today we recognize those that proudly served, honor those that have given the ultimate sacrifice, and thank the men and women that serve today as part of the most capable and respected fighting machine this world will ever see. May you all continue to kick ass! Thank you!

Standing by While the Democrats Make Their Bed

2009-06-26T21:02:00.000-07:00

**Update 6/26 – Senate passes budget 51-46, next stop the governor's desk.

I'm more than a bit troubled by the behavior of the Wisconsin democrats as we sit patiently on the sidelines waiting for the 2010 budget. I do respect the electoral process and cannot say enough about our constitutional democracy. However, when a party takes it upon itself to completely shut out differing viewpoints, they are setting themselves up for disaster. In my brief 40 years, I can not remember a time when our elected officials have wrapped themselves up so tightly in the colors of their party that they forget who put them there in the first place.

While the 2008 presidential election brought approximately 70% of eligible voters to the polls, the spring 2009 elections saw a paltry 14% voter turnout. For purposes of this piece, I'll refer to the fall turnout numbers of 70%. While 30% have decided they want no part in how they are governed, the other 70% have demonstrated enough interest in government to show up and participate. Those individuals in the 70% are effectively represented by 99 Assembly representatives and 33 State Senators. The State Senate is controlled by 18 Democrats, with a minority of 15 Republicans. The Assembly is controlled by 52 Democrats, with 46 Republicans in the minority. By the numbers, Democrats hold a 55% majority in the State Senate, and a 53% majority in the Assembly. 55 and 53 percent are by no means overwhelming majorities, but they are majorities nonetheless. Democracy reigns – or does it?

As we are a state of over 5 million, those groups of 99 and 33 have the elected responsibility and duty of representing the interests of their constituents. 55 percent of the 33 and 53 percent of the 99 are clearly being represented. However, it is with grave concern that not only do I see the interests of the minority 45 and 47 percent not being represented, I see the interests of the minority being completely shut out – even mocked.

My message to you in control – As you shut out and mock the minority, you shut out and mock just under half of the voting citizens of Wisconsin. Half of 5 million is very big number, a number not to take lightly. As you enjoy your closed door sessions and feel no guilt at having shut out almost half of the Wisconsin electorate please bear in mind that your actions do not go unnoticed. While you ignore your responsibility to effectively represent the entire population of Wisconsin, those on the sidelines are preparing their next lesson in accountability. You will and should expect to be held accountable for the results of your actions.

It is not too late. If you believe in your heart of hearts that the budget before you is a great plan as written and adequately represents the interests of your respective constituencies, then vote 'YES'. However, if there is just a tiny piece of you that sees something terribly wrong with the budget you are about to present to our governor, go back to the table and try harder. You might even open the doors and let the other half inside. Who knows, you might even like some of their ideas. Their constituents would appreciate that. Some of their constituents might even like to get involved, or run for office. They might even win.

Thank you,
Jason Kramar
Village Trustee
DeForest, WI

Are You Truly Ready?

2008-11-05T06:27:00.001-08:00

Never in the history of America have people so overwhelming chosen to eliminate their own freedoms. I hope the majority of voters are prepared.

Compromising Position and the LA Times

2008-10-30T06:21:00.000-07:00

It is no secret the L.A. Times is holding back a damning video tape of Barack Obama and Rashid Khalidi. We will continue on the premise that this allegation is factual. The L.A. Times never tried to hide the fact they have such a video. In fact, I'm sure their circulation has skyrocketed since this story broke. The question that begs an answer is - 'Why is the L.A. Times holding this tape?'

The easy answer is to show support for their man. Yes, this is election season and the left coast has never been shy about its political leanings, but I'm not ignorant enough to believe the L.A. Times is holding this tape back because they all believe in Obama's message. However, if you look at the L.A. Times ownership, it is not as left coast as one might believe.

Skeletons in the closet have always been a focus during elections. However, the evidence being held at the L.A. Times may prove to be the most beneficial piece of news the Republican party could ever hope for days before an election. Obama can no longer be trusted to represent the people. Whomever is holding that video will have the ability to manipulate his actions in office for the next four years should the unthinkable actually happen.

If I were sitting in the Obama spin room, I would be begging the L.A. Times to release this video. I'm disappointed not one person in the McCain camp managed to bring up the reality that failing to produce this tape puts Obama in the most compromising position any presidential hopeful has ever been in.

If the Chinese governemnet owned a controlling stake in the L.A. Times, would you think any differently? Please think with that mass God put between your ears when you vote next Tuesday.

Obama was never paid by ACORN? -- FRIGHTENING!

2008-10-16T20:23:00.000-07:00

Sen. Obama has very carefully repudiated all claims of impropriety in his dealings with, for, or on behalf of ACORN. I don't think there is one person in America that believes Obama had the limited dealings with ACORN he is now claiming. However, the man does have some masterful spinsters in the bowels of his campaign organization. There is one piece of information I've found particularly disturbing.

Let me put this in perspective before I let the cat out of the bag.

I've done a lot of reading and learning about what makes a person want to sell secrets or become a traitor to his or her country. This has always fascinated me. What can I say, I have some strange hobbies. And, NO, I'm not doing this to figure out the perfect crime. We live in the greatest country on earth -- bar NONE. Anyhow, from what I've learned in the art of espionage and growing a traitor, cash is king. There isn't much money can't buy. However, there is that rare occasion an individual actually believes in 'the cause' and doesn't want any cash or compensation for his or her traitorous activities. Those traitors are the most lethal, calculating, and more oftentimes than not, successful in their activities.

Now back to our story. We are witnessing the affirmation that Barack Obama was never paid for his ACORN activities. Sure, go ahead and correct me that he worked with 'Project Vote'. I will consider these two organizations one and the same for purposes of this writing. I'm going to make the leap that Obama was so committed to 'the cause' that he never asked for a penny in return for his contributions. There you have it? Or do you?

Really, I can't fault a man for engaging in activities to generate interest in the political system in the United States. I would, under normal circumstances, applaud those efforts. However, the circumstances we are facing are far from normal. ACORN is being investigated and will most definitely be charged with federal crimes for unspeakable activities that put at risk this great country's ability to conduct free and fair elections.

Let's again consider Obama's commitment to the cause. Is this really 'Patriotism' at its finest? In my eyes, a great patriot can come in many forms, however, I've never seen a self-proclaimed patriot engaged in voter registration fraud. Let us not forget, the commitment to this fraud was at such a high level, the activist Obama was never paid a penny for his actions. What a patriot. Maybe someone will write 15 pages about him and shove it down all the malleable eighth graders in Wisconsin.

America, WAKE UP! Before you cast your ballot, become very familiar with what this man truly believes in. Yes, I know he has a very catchy message for 'CHANGE', but look at his past activities and look at his past associations. I encourage you to travel to your local ACORN office and witness firsthand the 'commitment' to the cause emanating from that building. Just make sure when you visit you wear either an Obama t-shirt or body armour.

Market Smackdown!

2008-10-10T21:05:00.000-07:00

Markets continued to take a beating this week with no end in sight. I watched the markets drop literally as President Bush or Emperor Bernacke spoke to the public. I would love our leaders to take a 24-48 hours wait and see approach and stop being so reactionary. Several events are happening this weekend. See this from the very capable folks at Stratfor.com. When all these cells converge, we might end up with the equivalent of an F-5 tornado. Tuesday will be a very interesting day from Main St. to Wall St.

Sexism by the Left? Nah.

2008-10-03T07:42:00.000-07:00

I'm stricken with disbelief as I listen to David Letterman comment in his monologue how badly he would like to see Sarah Palin naked. David Letterman, late night comedian (let's use that word very loosely). These are apparently jokes, so there is no accountability or contempt for the jokester as this is purely late night comedy.

Have we made no progress in the last 30 years in how women are treated in this country? I'm no fool -- sex sells. However, when did the left in this country decide that a woman could not be attractive and successful while in the spotlight? The left would like Gov. Palin to feel ashamed of how she looks. There is also a campaign underway to condition the American populace into believing that pretty women can't possibly handle themselves in positions of power.

People, get a grip! Think long and hard about why there is such a concerted effort to smear Gov. Palin and the McCain campaign on good looks. . .

Well? Did you come up with anything? OK, I'll give it to you. They attack her looks because they can't find anything else!? She's qualified, competent, capable, and yes -- she is attractive.

The hypocrisy is alive and well when we watch how such an important 'movement' for women's rights can be completely abandoned and it's course reversed when the affected personality happens to be a Republican. Shame on you!

How did we get here?

2008-09-29T06:29:00.000-07:00

Take 10 minutes from your day and view this .

Save BEER PONG!

2008-09-25T19:13:00.000-07:00

Ladies and Gentleman,

The U-Dub, 'People's Republic of Madison', and Kathleen 'Falk Lied - People Died' are outraged that a campus Walgreen's would have the audacity to sell ping pong balls and plastic cups to the student population. I am so thrilled our city and campus leaders have so much time on their hands to focus on a perceived abuse of alcohol rather than concentrating their efforts on the many unsolved murders and stabbings also occurring in the campus area.

Where should our focus be? Which poses a greater threat? 1.)Some student stumbling on the curb wobbling back to their dorm? or 2.) An innocent victim of rape or murder? Gee, let me think... First, let's compare how many students make a conscious choice to drink alcohol and compare that to how many students make a conscious choice to be murdered or raped. Would you believe several thousand to ZERO is a viable answer? Again, how many ping pong balls have directly resulted in the death of a student? I may have missed some obscure news story, but I'll guess that is a big goose egg.

Walgreen's is the pharmacy under attack and they have the most amazing business model I've ever seen. Walgreen's, please draw your line in the sand. If you cave to the pressure of the campus, I will put your awesome company in the same category as the spineless masses of retail corporate America too afraid to do what needs to be done. Instead, I encourage you to not only continue your ping pong ball sales, but sell them with caricatures of Kathleen Falk and Lori whatever the dean of students' name is. Put them on a massive rack outside the store, advertise them, make more money and increase profits for your shareholders. If there is one thing students are, it is resourceful. Should ping pong balls be banned, there's another silly gimmick waiting in the wings to be discovered and I guarantee Walgreen's will be the first to stock them for the hungry students. Capitalism -- I love it.

This is not an endorsement for binge drinking, but it is a slap in the face with reality. Not only do our youth receive an outstanding education (outstanding is a word that should be used loosely, but I'll save that for another post), they also learn how to behave as mature young adults. Part of that process, more often than not, involves learning about alcohol and how much they can or can not handle. Madison, Dane County, don't sweat the small stuff. There are bigger fish to fry.

Pakistani Competence (or is it...?)

2008-09-22T07:05:00.000-07:00

Just a thought on the recent cross-border incursion into Pakistani territory met with a barrage of gunfire from Pakistani troops. It is no secret Pakistan has been less than forthcoming with intelligence as to the whereabouts of those that seek to destroy us taking refuge within Pakistani borders. However, the recent spat of gunfire helps solidify the unwillingness of the Pakistani government to support us in the war on terror.

President Bush made it very obvious to the entire world on more than one occasion, "Either you are with us, or you are with the terrorists." As fractured as the Pakistani government may or may not be, it is absolutely clear those with control of the military forces in the mountainous regions have sided with the terrorists.

The US government is done pussy-footing around waiting for Pakistani forces to actually 'help' us root out the terrorists where they hide. US Forces know where to look and the risk associated with hunting down the terrorists where they hide is no longer great enough to warrant playing the waiting game.

I find it rather peculiar that the Pakistani military has proven more than capable of discovering and engaging the greatest fighting force in the world, yet they have proven totally incapable of rooting out a few nasty terrorists. Don't you?

Reap what you sew (Another fine product of public school I'm sure)

2008-09-17T21:03:00.000-07:00

I finally had the chance to catch up on the Sarah Palin e-mail fiasco. If you'd like a synopsis from the horses mouth, click here for a piece from Michelle Malkin.

First, I'd like to thank the perp for setting the record straight. Secondly, I hope they give him a nice cozy mattress in an 8'x10' concrete box for aspiring white collar criminals. Coming forward will make it much easier for investigators to apprehend, although, I've no doubt the Secret Service will be most proficient in their daily tasks as they protect and serve. Welcome to the bigs 'rubico'. Your life will change forever from this day forward. I trust it was all worth it.

Please tell me how typical liberals can be so devoid of common sense? The poor saps can't even act properly in their efforts at criminality. Unfortunately, should the unthinkable actually happen and Sen. Obama is elected, I'm sure he'll find it in himself to grant this schmuck a pardon.

Have we nurtured an entire generation that can't tell the simple difference between right and wrong or good and evil and complete disrespect for the law? Where have parents gone wrong? How do these children grow up with such a sense of self-righteousness that no silly federal law is going to stop them from finding that skeleton in Gov. Palin's closet?

If you dig real deep, you'll find products of public schooling. The days of 'political-correctness' have finally caught up with us as we reap exactly what we've sewn. Twelve years of sensitivity training in a controlled environment under the control of the democrats. I'm sure this poor schmuck figured if he was just open and honest about what he's done, his 'classmates' would accept his apology and ignore the fact a federal crime has been committed.

Sen. Obama, tell me please, does this schmuck represent the kind of people running your campaign?

Thanks for the material Sen. Obama

2008-09-14T20:29:00.000-07:00

I finally watched an entire Obama ad and was thrilled with the content. The ad showed some of Sen. McCain’s campaign advisors and stated how they worked as lobbyists prior to the campaign. The hook was that if the McCain campaign staff was filled with lobbyists, who would run the White House?

Would anyone believe — John McCain?

As I read between the lines of how that ad was put together, it became obvious the puppet masters managing Sen. Obama’s campaign fully expect to be running the White House should their man end up with more votes. Apparently, ‘they’ don’t believe a President runs the country, his staff does.

Thank you once again to the Obama campaign for providing the entertainment I so enjoy during election season.

Sports Break - One more ring!

2008-01-13T21:04:00.000-08:00

GO PACK GO. I would like to congratulate Mike McCarthy and the Green Bay Packers on their victory and send my sympathies to Tony Romo and the Dallas Cowboys. Hey Romo, you'll get another chance.

I'm not a fanatical Packer fan. I love the Packers and will try to watch them whereever I am. I've seen games televised around the globe for more than 20 years. I've seen several games and several players. I can say tith certainty that I have never seen anyone bring more energy or passion to the game then Brett Favre. Thank you. NOW FINISH IT AND GET THAT SECOND RING!

The Crying Game

2008-01-13T20:46:00.000-08:00

What's with all the tears on the campaign trail? First Mitt Romney shares a 'moment' as he honors his father. Then we have Senator Hillary Clinton forcing herself to cry. Someone should have seen if she needed to pluck any eyebrows to start the flow. How much more ridiculous can this campaign become?

I may just be a midwestern hick, but even I know that anyone hoping to be the next leader of the free world shouldn't ever be seen to be weak.

For you Dems: Hillary is out. She may have wanted to portray the perfect bleeding heart liberal, but to be seen in such a weakened state makes her unelectable. I applaud there being a woman in the running. I haven't seen this much excitement surrounding a female on any ticket since Geraldine Ferraro. Obama and Edwards will fight it out. Hey, you Dem's want McCain? He sure would look silly on a Repulican ticket. You can have him.

For us Reps: Romney is toast. Never let them see you weak. Period. I'm still holding out for Fred Thompson. Time will tell.

A brief introduction...

2007-12-17T07:03:00.000-08:00

Greetings one and all and welcome to Conservative Popcorn. Thank you for viewing my blog. I welcome your feedback and comments.

A bit about me.... I've been married to the most amazing woman in the world for the last 13 years and every day I wake up wondering what on earth I might have done to deserve her. We've also been blessed with 3 beautiful children - two girls ages 7 and 5 and a 2 year old boy that keeps us on our toes. I have a real job. I also have a very small business. I have a tremendous entrepreneurial drive, but won't consider myself a true entrepreneur until I've 'made it'. When I 'make it', I'll be sure to shout it from the mountaintops and post a line in here. In the interim, entrepreneur means nothing more to me than outrageous debt and lofty ambitions.

I have some interesting views on politics, freedom, and national security. I was raised to know and understand the difference between right and wrong as well as the difference between good and evil. I will almost always have an opinion, but try my best not to pass judgment. I am human and will make mistakes. I do reserve the right to change my mind and welcome your attempts to move me.

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