Greenwich-Stamford TEA PARTY PATRIOTS EVENTS JUNE 23-29 Posted By Rev. Barbara Sexton "The Biblical Biochemist-Where Science Meets the Cross"

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SICK & TIRED OF CURRENT POLITICS & THE 'CLOWNING AROUND'?
ME TOO!
READ BELOW & GET INVOLVED.
NOT GOD DAMN AMERICA, BUT GOD BLESS AMERICA!
Let's get together and HEAL our fine nation. I am Reverend Barbara Sexton with the 'dubious distinction' of being a member of the UCC--the Obama/Wright church!  I watched it all evolve 'up-close and personal' here in CT.  Join me now in the TEA PARTY and help get America back for the many of us here as citizens and here legally.  Let us once again be a great and a noble 'melting pot' of those who wish to be known only as 'Americans'.
I have seen the false 'inclusivity/welcoming/diversity/affirming/inclusion' of the progressive libs.  I have witnessed them lie about their 'convictions' and have become political and vocal for the first time in my life.
If you are like me and formerly 'apolitical', the time to stop being like that is NOW...unless you want to see our country lost to progressive-libs who wish to trash all the USA stands for, to trash it's 'troops', to kowtow to foreign enemies, to create a socialist society (that's taking your personal rights away, people) and 'redistribute wealth' as they destroy our capitalist system.  IF THIS IS OKAY WITH YOU, THEN DO NOTHING.
However, if you are disgusted with the current 'regime', join the TEA PARTY and help set things right.  The future of your children and grandchildren and future generations is IN YOUR HANDS!
No wonder our 'allies' are holding us at arms' length!  We are turning into a country with 'Chicago politics' which simply cannot be trusted any longer in the world at large.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO US WITH THE DISDAINED AND SCORNED REPUTATION OF PRESIDENT OBAMA IN THE EVENT OF TRUE GLOBAL UNREST?  WILL WE BE SAFE? CAN WE DEPEND ON THE CURRENT ADMINISTRATION TO 'PROTECT US'?   JUST LOOK AT THE CURRENT GULF OIL SPILL AND YOU WILL SEE WHAT WE HAVE IN STORE WITH UPCOMING WEATHER EVENTS AND OTHER DISASTERS.
GOD HELP US.
AND MAY WE TRUST IN GOD TO GET 'OUR HOUSE' IN ORDER NOW!
Make a difference in each voting cycle until our country is 'reclaimed' as 'one nation under God' in the tradition we know and love so much.  Don't let America be thrown to the dogs, because we are too lazy and too weak to act to make things different.
NOT GOD DAMN AMERICA, BUT GOD BLESS AMERICA!
With Love in Christ,
Reverend Barbara Sexton
"The Biblical Biochemist-Where Science Meets the Cross"
www.DearOnesHealingMinistry.blogspot.com

THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION HAS DROPPED THE BALL!

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THE GREENWICH/STAMFORD TEA PARTY PATRIOTS
WEEKLY EVENTS NEWSLETTER JUNE 23-JUNE 29
HIGH ALERT!
H.R. 5175 Coming up for vote Wednesday
You are being silenced. See the 'LEGISLATIVE ACTION ALERT' section for details below. Call Jim Himes DC (202) 225-5541 or Bridgeport (866) 453-0028 and the blue dogs now! (listed below)
Video explaining HR 5175
http://vodpod.com/watch/3800591-action-alert-stop-hr-5175-the-disclose-act
Hello fellow patriots,
THE WEEK IN REVIEW:
June 16, Wednesday- Cort Wrotnowski, one of the founding members of the Greenwich/Stamford Tea Party Patriots, spoke in front around 200 members of the Retired Men's Association of Greenwich. He gave the history of the tea party movement and how it's maturing from an overwhelming sense of anger to a force that is growing into a wide swath of grassroots activists across this country. Individuals are taking a much needed role in their governance and getting politically involved. The talk was followed up with a Q.&A. session. Many myths were dispelled and an invitation was extended to the group to attend our weekly meeting and rallies so than can meet other like-minded regular citizens that want to work towards insuring continued prosperity for America.
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The mini-tea parties in Greenwich and Stamford had another successful weekend. On Friday, the Town of Greenwich and on Saturday, the City of Stamford express their love for America loudly and clearly. Horn honking, thumbs up and waves from drivers by. Rob Merkle, THE candidate for the 4th Congressional District Rep. dropped by on Saturday, met some regulars and some new tea partiers that joined us this weekend. Many passers by got a chance to meet Rob in person as well. Passing out Constitutions and palm cards so people can find out about what Rob is all about is good but having the real deal to introduce himself was definitely more fun. People stopped by to chat about issues and learn about Rob as well as other candidates running in the primary in August. Wave a flag, learn about the issues and share your knowledge with others. Join in the fun.
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If you haven't heard by now, the good news came on Monday morning. Peter Schiff, running for U.S. Senate obtained sufficient petition signatures to be on the primary ballot for August 10. And I'm excited to inform you that Peter will be attending a meet & greet coffee/dessert at the home of Dr. Robin Appleby in Brookfield on Thursday, June 24 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM. Details below in 'ACTIVITIES FOR THIS WEEK' section.
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Monday night's meeting:
Deb Stevenson, a homeschooling mom who went on to become an attorney with NHELD, the National Home Education Legal Defense to advocate for her own children and others, was our guest.
What is the 10th Amendment all about?
This very informative session was an eye opener. Deb broke down the Constitution and the Bill of Rights in such an easy to understand fashion. Everyone became aware of how protection of our rights to life, liberty and property is provided to us in the US Constitution. In addition to the general public, two candidates running for state office took part in the discussion. Phil Balestriere and Kieran Ryan will be much better prepared to represent us in Hartford. They now have a great understanding of their responsibility and ability to protect the citizens of CT from the intrusive, unconstitutional laws coming out of DC. We, the people, took an opportunity to educate ourselves so we can actively participate in our own governance. And, upon election, our candidates can go on to operate in a knowledgeable, responsible, constitutional manner for the benefit of those that put them in office to represent them.
DEB'S PRESENTATION WAS SO MUCH APPRECIATED THAT WE WILL HAVE HER BACK AGAIN. STAY TUNED FOR YOUR SECOND CHANCE.
DON'T MISS OUT. PLEASE LET ALL YOUR FRIENDS KNOW AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY, ALL THOSE THAT ARE RUNNING FOR OFFICE TO ATTEND.
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ACTIVITIES FOR THIS WEEK:
JUNE 24, Thursday
Peter Schiff will be at Dr. Appleby's in Brookfield and he will bring yard signs, bumper stickers and lots of hand-outs. We hope you can come to meet Peter and to help him get his message out to all the voters in Connecticut. At a future date, Dr. Appleby will host a fundraiser. This event is strictly social.
Directions to Dr. Appleby's home: 1 Appleby Farm Road, Brookfield, CT
Directions: from 84 take exit 7 and get off the second exit, Federal Road, Brookfield. Go right, 1 mile north to 4 Corners. (the 4 gas stations). Turn right at the BP. That is Route 25. Go a few hundred feet, over the railroad bridge. Turn left on Iron Works Hill Road and go 6 tenths of a mile. The road forks at a large red barn. Take the left fork, that is Old Middle Road. Go 1 mile on Old Middle Road. Take the second right onto Diana (my daughter) Drive. Proceed up the hill, it becomes Appleby Farm Road (not on some GPS nor Mapquest yet...Diana Drive and Old Middle is). We are number 1, a green house on the left. Mailbox has the number..
Please reply teapartymovement@rocketmail.com to indicate how many people will attend....bring your friends.
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MINI TEA PARTIES: Educating ourselves and others on the issues in regularly scheduled outdoor events. Enjoy the beautiful weather and get some fresh air and sunshine. (Even if it is raining we will be out. I was reminded one afternoon as it started to drizzle, 'it could be blood in the snow' as it was for George Washington. That put our effort all in perspective.)
Wave a flag, learn about the issues and share your knowledge with others. Join in the fun.
HOT TOPICS-
Arizona immigration law SB1070--Who's suing who? The bullies Calderone and Obama tag team AZ. What does the playbook have to say and what will the referrees do now? Anybody seen the pages with the 10th
Amendment lately? We might have to use every play in the book on this one! Can anybody say 'Hail Mary'?
Financial Stability Act aka Tarp II (see informational resources below)
Cap and Trade legislation-Now known as The American Power Act
http://www.freedomworks.org/press-releases/freedomworks-opposes-kerry-graham-lieberman-americ
Who ARE the candidates running for state and federal offices? go to www.gstpp.org 'CANDIDATE VETTING' page to see who's in the races and what they stand for.
What's so important about the August 10th primary? How do get your voice heard for once.
Any other issue you want to learn about or want to share your knowledge of...come on out!
Bring your signs, flyers and friends.
Every Friday, from 5-7pm we host a mini tea party rally outdoors at:
GREENWICH YMCA
50 East Putnam Ave (Corner of Mason Street)
AND...
Every Saturday from noon to 2PM we host a mini tea party in front of the Ferguson Library in Stamford, CT. Please come and join us! Bring a friend.
FERGUSON LIBRARY
One Public Library Plaza, Stamford, CT 0690
(Corner of Broad St. & Bedford St.)
FREE PARKING at the municipal garages
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JUNE 26, SATURDAY
"DON'T TREAD ON ME" MOVIE SHOWING -
At the Westport Public Library, 20 Jesup Road - McManus Room (lower level), Westport,Connecticut on Saturday, June26, at 2:30 PM, Doors Open at 2:00 PM, for more info: www.donttreadonmemovie.com, hosted by COMMITTEES OF SAFETY www.committeesofsafety.org This is a FREE EVENT; donations to COS are welcome!
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SBC Restaurant and Brewery
131 Summer Street
Stamford CT
7-8pm: an open discussion of current events and upcoming activities. Reports back from various meetings attended throughout the week by members of the group.
8-9pm Keiran Ryan, running for District 146 State Rep from Stamford will be on hand for a meet and greet. Kieran's election will insure State Rep. Gerry Fox's position on the judicial committee is vacated. Some of the most liberal tax and spend legislation of all time has had the seal of approval from Rep. Fox. The citizens will not stand for anymore. He will explain why incumbent State Rep. Gerald Fox needs to leave Hartford now and what a difference Kieran will make for all of us in CT. Please invite your friends, neighbors and business associates, Bring your concerns. Bring all the questions you need to hear the answers to and decide for yourself who your state representative should be in November.
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And the search is still on to fill uncontested races...
CONNECTICUT LIBERTARIAN PARTY NEEDS HELP
From the desk of Dan Reale, Connecticut Libertarian Party:
What? The Connecticut Libertarian Party needs to form town and county ad-hoc organizations on a temporary basis. Why? There are dozens of state house and senate districts where both major parties haven’t fielded a challenger – and it’s too late for them to do so. How does this work? The Connecticut Libertarian Party will be authorizing the creation of town and county affiliates to help recruit and vet candidates for state representative and state senate. We also need the infrastructure to put these candidates on the ballot, which should require the signatures of 200-400 registered voters per district. There are too many races to fill on our own, so we need people of all political affiliations to help us with this process. Priority will be given to races without a challenger. Do I have to be a registered Libertarian to help? No. We’re giving everyone of all political parties a seat at the table in order to accomplish this task in short order. Anyone can help. The goal is to remove incumbents and restore fiscal restraint in Hartford. Each ad-hoc organization will elect its own officers and come up with a temporary set of rules for this process. We plan on making our temporary organizations permanent in 2011, at which point participants who wish to maintain their membership will have to register to vote as Libertarians. Where do I get more information? You can contact Dan Reale at danreale@realedealforcongress.com
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A little levity....
Some great tea party definition. You may have to sign up for PJTV. Have no fear. There is a lot of informative content as well as much comedic relief. It is a breath of fresh air away from the lamestream media.
On the GOP, winning elections and more on the misperceptions of the tea party movement:
http://www.pjtv.com/v/3770
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Our Country's Future (Today)
Predicted In A Speech 52 years ago
VIDEO >>> http://www.the912project.us/video/mind-blowing-speech-by-robert
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LEGISLATIVE ACTION ALERTS:
ACT NOW!
Dear Fellow Tea Party Patriots,
DISCLOSE ACT, H.R. 5175
UP FOR A VOTE AGAIN
DISCLOSE ACT back on the calendar for tomorrow June 23, 2010! We must stop this 1st Amendment killing legislation. They are trying to stop our voices! Please call these Congressmen and tell them to Vote No on DISCLOSE ACT!
We have received information from Capitol Hill regarding the "Disclose Act" and we must work to defeat this bill. The vote is expected to take place tonight or tomorrow. We encourage you to find out more information about the DISCLOSE Act in the links below.
On April 29, 2010, Congressman Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) introduced H.R. 5175, the Democracy is Strengthened by Casting Light on Spending in Elections (DISCLOSE) Act. The bill is a direct response to Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (McCain- Feingold) - a First Amendment victory in which the Supreme Court overturned the prohibition on corporations and unions using treasury funds for independent expenditures supporting or opposing political candidates at any time of the year. Simply put, the DISCLOSE Act will limit the political speech that was protected and encouraged by Citizens United.
Speaker Pelosi and the House Majority Leadership are making it a priority to pass this bill. This bill is designed to take away the influence of Tea Party and other conservative groups in the upcoming November election. We feel like this bill will be successfully challenged in the courts, but the ruling will not come before the November election.
An exemption has been carved out for the Labor Unions and other leftist advocacy groups. The NRA was also exempted so they would not actively oppose it.
Roll Call Magazine reports today that they have carved out even deeper exemptions in order to assure passage and we believe it clearly shows the intent of the bill is to diminish the effectiveness of Tea Party groups and other newer conservative advocacy groups.
"Facing wide-ranging blowback from an exemption tailored for the National Rifle Association, House Democratic leaders have decided to expand the carve-out from disclosure requirements in a campaign finance measure they are trying to pass this week.
The new standard lowers the membership requirement for outside groups from 1 million members to 500,000. Those groups would still need to have members in 50 states, have existed for 10 years and can accept no more than 15 percent of their funding from corporate or union sources. The broader bill, called the DISCLOSE Act, comes in response to the controversial Supreme Court decision in January that struck down limits on corporate and union spending in elections. The bill would force groups participating in elections to name their top donors, among other changes."
We need you to make phone calls, send emails and faxes and urge the Congressmen listed below to vote no on this bill.
Together, we can make a difference!
Useful links:
http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0610/38500.html
http://www.redstate.com/erick/2010/06/14/yet-again-the-nra-sells-out-to-democrats/
Disclose Act
DISCLOSE Act Seeks to Blunt Impacts of Citizens United
Contact:
Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin (SD), Blue Dog Co-Chair for Administration 202-225-2801 202-225-5823
Rep. Baron Hill (IN-09), Blue Dog Co-Chair for Policy 202-225-5315 202-226-6866
Rep. Jim Matheson (UT-02), Blue Dog Co-Chair for Communications 202-225-3011 (202) 225-5638
Altmire, Jason (PA-04) 202-225-2565 202-226-2274
Baca, Joe (CA-43) 202-225-6161 202-225-8671
Barrow, John (GA-12) 202-225-2823 202-225-3377
Berry, Marion (AR-01) 202-225-4076 202-225-5602
Bishop, Sanford (GA-02) 202-225-3631 202-225-2203
Boren, Dan (OK-02) 202-225-2701 202-225-3038
Boyd, Allen (FL-02) 202-225-5235 202-225-5615
Bright, Bobby (AL-02) 202-225-2901 202-225-8913
Cardoza, Dennis (CA-18) 202-225-6131
Carney, Christopher (PA-10) 202-225-3731
Childers, Travis (MS-01) 202-225-4306 202-225-3549
Cooper, Jim (TN-05) 202-225-4311 202-226-1035
Costa, Jim (CA-20) 202-225-3341 202-225-9308
Cuellar, Henry (TX-28) 202-225-1640 202-225-1641
Dahlkemper, Kathy (PA-03) 202-225-5406 202-225-3103
Davis, Lincoln (TN-04) 202-225-6831 202-226-5172
Donnelly, Joe (IN-02) 202-225-3915 202-225-6798
Gordon, Bart (TN-06) (202) 225-4231
Holden, Tim (PA-17) (202) 225-5546 (202) 226-0996
Kratovil, Jr., Frank (MD-01) (202) 225-5311 (202) 225-0254
McIntyre, Mike (NC-07) (202) 225-2731 (202) 225-5773
Markey, Betsy (CO-04) 202.225.4676 202-225-5870
Marshall, Jim (GA-08) 202-225-6531 202-225-3013
Matheson, Jim (UT-02) (202) 225-3011 (202) 225-5638
Melancon, Charlie (LA-03) (202) 225-4031 (202) 226-3944
Michaud, Mike (ME-02) 202-225-6306 202-225-2943
Minnick, Walt (ID-01) (202) 225-6611 202) 225-3029
Mitchell, Harry (AZ-05) (202) 225-2190 N/A
Moore, Dennis (KS-03) (202) 225-2865 (202) 225-2807
Murphy, Scott (NY-20) (202) 225-5614 (202) 225-1168
Nye, Glenn (VA-02) (202) 225-4215 202) 225-4218
Peterson, Collin (MN-07) (202) 225-2165 202) 225-1593
Salazar, John (CO-03) 202-225-4761 202-226-9669
Scott, David (GA-13) (202) 225-2939 202) 225-4628
Space, Zack (OH-18) (202) 225-6265 (202) 225-3394
Tanner, John (TN-08) (202) 225-4714 (202) 225-1765
Taylor, Gene (MS-04) 202-225-5772 202.225.7074
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And From our Senator 'Traitor Joe' Lieberman...
Then there is Sen. Lieberman, one of the authors of the Cap and Tax bill, stating last week that the bill could cause gasoline prices to rise to $7.00 per gallon. Call his office right now and ask him to remove his name from the bill. Or, better yet, remove the severely flawed excuse for reducing our reliance on foreign oil bill from committee.
The EPA was established in the 70's to do the very same thing and obiously hasn't worked. Carbon emissions through free markets has reduced dramatically all on their own.
Calling for the closing down of the EPA is in order also.
Senator Joe Lieberman: (202) 224-4041
A Bipartisan Coalition Against The EPA
Friday, 11 June 2010 08:00
Thursday, June 10th, he Senate Democrats voted to reject Senate Resolution 26, also known as the Murkowski Resolution, against bipartisan support. The Murkowski Resolution proposed to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency from acquiring unauthorized power to regulate carbon emission for one year. In a 53-47 vote, six Democrats crossed party lines to join all forty-one Republicans in support of the resolution. Though it did not pass, the close vote sends a strong message that a bipartisan coalition will fight extreme environmental legislation such as cap and trade. The long list of unpopular legislation in 2010 leaves little political capital to pass a bill so aggravating to consumers during an election year.
For the rest of the article http://www.liberty.com/
Eventhough it failed to pass It was a show of strength.
There is hope. We can start getting rid of useless, toxic hot air in Washington. Keep up the pressure. Patriots will prevail.
EPA Paints Rosy Picture of American Power Act
Institute for Energy Research
Posted: 15 Jun 2010 12:25 PM PDT
Washington, DC – Last Tuesday, Senators John Kerry (D-Mass.) and Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.), along with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), released an economic analysis of the American Power Act (APA) – a piece of legislation designed to change consumer behavior by taxing 85 percent of the energy consumed in the United States in an attempt to reduce global temperatures and greenhouse gas emissions.
And while proponents of this legislation tout the “minimal costs” such a policy would have on household budgets, it’s important to note that the EPA has a history of systematically underestimating the costs of cap-and-trade legislation. Today’s analysis is no different.
Thomas J. Pyle, president of the Institute for Energy Research issued this statement on the economic analysis released today on the American Power Act:
“The American people overwhelming oppose an increase in the gas tax – yet, it’s included in this legislation. Cap-and-trade, which will cause electricity prices to “ necessarily skyrocket,” has also been soundly rejected by the American people – yet, it is also included in this proposal. We can argue about how high the costs of this legislation will be, but no one denies that the consumer will end up with less money in their pockets after this legislation is signed into law.
“Bottom line: the more expensive it is to do business in this country, the less productive and competitive our economy will be. Mandating the use of expensive energy and artificially increasing the price of coal, oil and natural gas will only further harm our already struggling economy. It is clear that the American Power Act will do just that, so one has to ask: What are policymakers and Wall Street trying to accomplish with this legislation?”
Note: EPA’s analysis is not a cost-benefit analysis. According to EPA models, the global temperature savings of the Kerry-Lieberman bill is astoundingly small—0.043°C (0.077°F) by 2050 and 0.111°C (0.200°F) by 2100. In other words, by century’s end, reducing U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by 83% will only result in global temperatures being one-fifth of one degree Fahrenheit less than they would otherwise be. That is a scientifically meaningless reduction.
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Why, indeed? Could this tragic accident be just the crisis they need to try and ram another piece of horrible legislation down our throats? If the Obama administration can pull it off, the "Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act of 2010" (S.B. 1733) will be the largest tax increase in American history at a time when the unemployment rate stands at 10.2%
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Your action is needed IMMEDIATELY!
You see, in just a matter of days, you and I could reach the final U.S. Senate showdown on Big Labor's Police and Firefighter Monopoly Bargaining Bill (S. 3194).
If passed, S. 3194 could force every police officer and firefighter in the country under union boss control, override state and local labor laws across the nation and lead to mammoth state and local tax hikes.
And your U.S. Senators could determine the fate of this union boss power grab.
You see, all you need to do is take a look at California and Illinois to see what the rest of the nation has in store should S. 3194 pass.
California is facing a budget deficit of over $19 billion thanks to out-of-control government union bosses and their outrageous demands.
Illinois is facing a $13 billion shortfall -- half the state's budget.
Dropping down a level, the city of Vallejo, California, actually went bankrupt after nearly 75 percent of its budget was spent on satisfying the demands of the union agreement covering police and firefighters.
And the Mayor of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, recently stated that struggling cities are "handcuffed" by public sector monopoly bargaining.
So please, call your U.S. Senators IMMEDIATELY and demand that they vote against the Police and Firefighter Monopoly Bargaining Bill on all votes.
Here is the contact information for your Senators:
Senator Chris Dodd: (202) 224-2823
Senator Joe Lieberman: (202) 224-4041
Demand that they OPPOSE any bill that includes Police and Firefighters Monopoly Bargaining.
There's not a moment to lose.
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Financial Stability Act of 2010
Glenn Beck EXPOSES the Senate version. Jim Himes put his seal of approval on the House version.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oScI8-lusfU&feature=player_embedded#!
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YOU CUT
Cast your ballot for Washington's budget cut of the week.
http://republicanwhip.house.gov/YouCut/
Follow up: As usual all five of our U.S Congressman voted 'no' to the cut chosen this past week.
Check out America's 1st choice: http://republicanwhip.house.gov/YouCut/week4.htm#L
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SAUL ALINSKY IS ALIVE AND WELL! The Obama administration marches on. As I have said many times before "I don't have enough fingers to put in the dike" And this is just what the game plan is. Create crisis after crisis so the American public is so confused and battered they have seemingly no way to stop the overflowing insanity. Make your calls, your faxes and your e-mails. Pick one or two issues and hammer away at it. And most importantly find your most principled consitutionalist candidate and back them like there is no tomorrow. If we don't there will be no tomorrow for our nation as we know it.
PETER SCHIFF for US SENATE www.schiffforsenate.com and
ROB MERKLE for US CONGRESS, www.merkleforcongress.com MARTHA DEAN, for CT AG,
campaign@marthadeanforattorneygeneral.com
PHIL BALESTRIERE in Stamford's 148th balestrierep@yahoo.com
are the best resources to preserve your properity in CT.
The Governor's race is being reviewed as we speak. Come meet Tom Foley July 12.
Other state rep candidates from Stamford including Keiran Ryan in Stamford's 146th are being looked at as well.
Congratulation to all the American patriots stepping up.
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HOLD THE DATES:
July 4th-Come join the Town of Greenwich with this very special annual event. Then the Greenwich/Stamford Tea Party Patriots host a "Walk for Liberty". A sidewalk parade around the downtown area to share our spirit of freedom with Old Glory and the Gadsden. Back at town hall til noon .
July 4th Ceremony, Flag Raising & Music
Sunday, July 4, 2010 at 9:00 AM
Front Steps of Town Hall
For the eighth year in a row, hundreds of local Greenwich residents will gather on the steps of Town Hall at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 4, 2010 to raise and salute the first American flag, parade the flags of the original thirteen colonies, sing patriotic songs, read passages from the Declaration of Independence, honor the Greenwich citizens who fought and died in the Revolutionary War, and present our Good Citizen Awards to deserving young people.
The event will be accompanied by the Sound Beach Community Band who will perform patriotic tunes. As in past years, local and state dignitaries will attend as will the descendents of local Revolutionary War soldiers. Free refreshments include birthday cake.
The Independence Day Association was created to reinforce the patriotic meaning of the Fourth of July, promoting in the minds of the people of Greenwich, the historical significance of the holiday.
The Daughters of the American Revolution have been joined in this effort by the Sons of the American Revolution, the Children of the American Revolution, the Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich, children attending public and private schools, and local Boy Scout, Eagle Scouts and Girl Scout Troops.
Click to download the flyer.
NEED A FLAG? Contact "Flagman". Fellow patriot, CT Grassroots Alliance member Bill Shields, has all styles and sizes to fit your needs. sctirusa@gmail.com to get your flags in time for the July 4th "Walk for Liberty"
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July 4th Hartford Tea Party
The Hartford Tea Party Patriots are pleased to announce the July 4, 2010 Tea Party at the Capitol, North Steps. Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm. This will be our 3rd major Tea Party of the year. Our theme is "We The People"
We are looking for individuals to step forward and address their concerns regarding the direction that our elected leaders are taking us. Whether it be National Health Care, Excessive Taxation, Stimulus, Tarp, Bailouts, etc., we want to hear from you. Please submit your speech in writing to us via email at our contact page, length not to exceed 2-3 minutes. We are looking for a broad array of speech topics. We will utilize email to advise all the slected speeches and the order for these speeches. The speeches will be printed out and ready to read. If you have any questions, please contact us.
We the People are Silent no More!
http://www.thehartfordteapartypatriots.com/ or thehartfordteapartypatriots@gmail.com
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NO MEETING--Monday, July 5th
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JULY 12, Monday night
8-9pm
SBC Brewery and Restaurant
131 Summer Street
Stamford
MEET and GREET TOM FOLEY, running for Governor.
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AUGUST 28. Come join Glenn, Sarah Palin, Jo Dee Messina and Marcus Luttrell at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. on August 28, 2010 for the Restoring Honor Rally. This non-political, non-partisan event will recognize our First Amendment rights and honor the service members who fight to protect those freedoms.
Read about who will join Glenn on stage here...
This is one of the largest grassroots rallies in the country.
Last year's 9-12 rally had upwards of 2 million people on hand. This is sure to be as well attended. Join fellow patriots in one of the most moving events of the year. The '8-28 poster' is attached.
Those interested in attending please RSVP to this e-mail. We are looking into bus or van transportation and will keep you updated as we get info.
Aug 28 & Sept 12 Buses to DC – ONE OPTION,...
Join with the Hudson Valley Patriots. Parking/Bus meet up at exit 19 off I-84 in the Linen and Things Parking Lot. Bus reservations coming soon.
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MORE FROM ALINSKY LAND:
JOE MUST GO!
MORE BETRAYAL FROM "TRAITOR JOE" LIEBERMAN
June 10, 2010 8:25 PM PDT
Senators propose granting president emergency Internet power
by Declan McCullagh
A new U.S. Senate bill would grant the president far-reaching emergency powers to seize control of or even shut down portions of the Internet.
The legislation announced last Thursday says that companies such as broadband providers, search engines, or software firms that the government selects "shall immediately comply with any emergency measure or action developed" by the Department of Homeland Security. Anyone failing to comply would be fined.
That emergency authority would allow the federal government to "preserve those networks and assets and our country and protect our people," Joe Lieberman, the primary sponsor of the measure and the chairman of the Homeland Security committee, told reporters on Thursday. Lieberman is an independent senator from Connecticut who caucuses with the Democrats.
Because there are few limits on the president's emergency power, which can be renewed indefinitely, the densely worded 197-page bill (PDF) is likely to encounter stiff opposition.
TechAmerica, probably the largest U.S. technology lobby group, said it was concerned about "unintended consequences that would result from the legislation's regulatory approach" and "the potential for absolute power." And the Center for Democracy and Technology publicly worried that the Lieberman bill's emergency powers "include authority to shut down or limit Internet traffic on private systems."
The idea of an Internet "kill switch" that the president could flip is not new. A draft Senate proposal that CNET obtained in August allowed the White House to "declare a cybersecurity emergency," and another from Sens. Jay Rockefeller (D-W.V.) and Olympia Snowe (R-Maine) would have explicitly given the government the power to "order the disconnection" of certain networks or Web sites.
On Thursday, both senators lauded Lieberman's bill, which is formally titled the Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act, or PCNAA. Rockefeller said "I commend" the drafters of the PCNAA. Collins went further, signing up at a co-sponsor and saying at a press conference that "we cannot afford to wait for a cyber 9/11 before our government realizes the importance of protecting our cyber resources."
Under PCNAA, the federal government's power to force private companies to comply with emergency decrees would become unusually broad. Any company on a list created by Homeland Security that also "relies on" the Internet, the telephone system, or any other component of the U.S. "information infrastructure" would be subject to command by a new National Center for Cybersecurity and Communications (NCCC) that would be created inside Homeland Security.
The only obvious limitation on the NCCC's emergency power is one paragraph in the Lieberman bill that appears to have grown out of the Bush-era flap over warrantless wiretapping. That limitation says that the NCCC cannot order broadband providers or other companies to "conduct surveillance" of Americans unless it's otherwise legally authorized.
Lieberman said Thursday that enactment of his bill needed to be a top congressional priority. "For all of its 'user-friendly' allure, the Internet can also be a dangerous place with electronic pipelines that run directly into everything from our personal bank accounts to key infrastructure to government and industrial secrets," he said. "Our economic security, national security and public safety are now all at risk from new kinds of enemies--cyber-warriors, cyber-spies, cyber-terrorists and cyber-criminals."
A new cybersecurity bureaucracy
Lieberman's proposal would form a powerful and extensive new Homeland Security bureaucracy around theNCCC, including "no less" than two deputy directors, and liaison officers to the Defense Department, Justice Department, Commerce Department, and the Director of National Intelligence. (How much the NCCC director's duties would overlap with those of the existing assistant secretary for infrastructure protection is not clear.)
The NCCC also would be granted the power to monitor the "security status" of private sector Web sites, broadband providers, and other Internet components. Lieberman's legislation requires the NCCC to provide "situational awareness of the security status" of the portions of the Internet that are inside the United States -- and also those portions in other countries that, if disrupted, could cause significant harm.
Selected private companies would be required to participate in "information sharing" with the Feds. They must "certify in writing to the director" of the NCCC whether they have "developed and implemented" federally approved security measures, which could be anything from encryption to physical security mechanisms, or programming techniques that have been "approved by the director." The NCCC director can "issue an order" in cases of noncompliance.
The prospect of a vast new cybersecurity bureaucracy with power to command the private sector worries some privacy advocates. "This is a plan for an auto-immune reaction," says Jim Harper, director of information studies at the libertarian Cato Institute. "When something goes wrong, the government will attack our infrastructure and make society weaker."
http://news.cnet.com/8301-13578_3-20007418-38.html
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From the land of the free because of the brave,
Monique
Greenwich-Stamford Tea Party Patriots
http://www.gstpp.org/
Mobilizing in support of meaningful economic reform that supports entrepreneurship, promotes individual responsibility, respects Constitutional integrity, and depends on American ingenuity over expansive governmental growth and spending.

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Greenwich/Stamford TEA PARTY PATRIOTS EVENTS Wed May 26-Tues June 1 Posted By Reverend Barbara Sexton "The Biblical Biochemist-Where Science Meets the Cross"

'Gadsden Flag"

IF YOU ARE UNHAPPY WITH THE STATE OF AFFAIRS IN THE UNITED STATES TODAY, GET UP OFF THE COUCH AND GET ACTIVE WITH US, YOUR GREENWICH/STAMFORD TEA PARTY PATRIOTS!

"NOT GOD DAMN AMERICA, BUT GOD BLESS AMERICA"
says Rev. Barb Sexton   Now read on--


GREENWICH/STAMFORD TEA PARTY PATRIOTS
EVENTS NEWSLETTER

WEDNESDAY, MAY 26-TUESDAY JUNE 1

THIS MONDAY, MAY 31st is MEMORIAL DAY. Please take the time to gather together as Americans and remember the heroes that have fought and those that fight today to keep our homeland safe. America is a place of prosperity that we must never let down.

THERE WILL BE NO MEETING, May 31st. Our next scheduled meeting is on Monday, June 6th at the SBC Restaurant and Brewery, 131 Summer Street in Stamford, 7-9pm.
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The week in review:
At the Republican Convention held this past Friday and Saturday candidates were endorsed by the CT GOP.
These included:
Sam Caliguiri CD5
Dan Debicella from the CD4
Jerry Labriola CD3
Daria Novak CD2
Joe Visconti CD1
Linda McMahon for US Senate
Tom Foley for Governor
Mark Boughton for Lt Governor
Martha Dean for Attorney General
Jeff Wright for Comptroller
Jerry Farrell for Secretary of State
Most of these races are going to primary. Some candidates qualified by getting at least 15% of the delegates' votes. And many are going to get signatures to petition for a place on the ballot.
This will be a unique event for the people of CT in August with so many great candidates stepping up. We, the people, have been blessed to have the opportunity to choose the one that most represents us. I encourage all to thoroughly vet them as the races move to the August 10th election. Many videos are available at www.gstpp.org Vetting events such as debates, forums and meet & greets will be posted as they come up between now and November 2nd.
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Sunday afternoon: Tri-State Liberty Summit. About 250 patriots came out to hear about:
*Election law and strategies
*Successful political campaigning
*Making the media work for you
*The Left’s 100-year war on our Republic
*How to fight the RINOs and win
From all I heard from it was a very enjoyable and enlightening event. Several were so inpired that they have come forward to join the local movement and are now actively participating. Thank you Bob MacGuffie, of Right Principles and Dick Armey of Freedom Works for getting people to the forefront.
"I went to this one and was glad I did!  I came away inspired and empowered.", says Rev. Barb Sexton
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Monday night we met with concerned members of the Stamford Board of Ed. As citizen advisors Lorraine Olson and Carmine Limone explained the possible dilemma facing the taxpayers of Stamford a plan of action was devised to support their initiative. A group of G/S tea partiers quietly protested at the Board of Ed meeting.
Tueday night, "OPERATION FALLING STARR", the report....
Starr power: Meeting stirs debate over Stamford superintendent's future
Wynne Parry, Staff Writer
Published: 12:04 p.m., Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Page 1 of 1
STAMFORD -- News that Superintendent Joshua Starr is seeking to renegotiate his contract sparked an informal referendum on his tenure, particularly on middle school reform, from a parade of speakers at Tuesday night's Board of Education meeting. Meanwhile, four silent Tea Party members, let their signs -- bearing slogans like "Got Fiscal Responsibility?" -- do the talking.
Among those objecting to the request, a theme was: Wait a year. Starr has two years left on his current contract, but he is seeking to negotiate a three-year contract. In spite of the public presence on Tuesday night, there was no discussion of the issue on the board's agenda.
"We are not here to debate middle school reform, but I think middle school reform is why I am standing here in front of you," said Alan Stockman, a parent who asked that the board not to extend the contract, "because I am unhappy with the way the process proceeded... I believe healthy debate and dissent was not encouraged."
Those who questioned the reform, particularly, a reduction in ability grouping were unfairly cast as liars and supporters of a system that trapped some students at the bottom, Stockman said.
Starr has not discussed the details of what he hopes to see in any new contract, including compensation or benefits. Several speakers, however, focused on the monetary implications.
A new contract is not necessary and offers no benefit for the city at this time, said Nicole Zussman, a parent. "It would be fiscally irresponsible to extend a contract on one of our highest paid city employees," she said.
Another speaker, Daniela Kelly, predicted further political change, when new board members are elected in November, following the election of board members last year who are much less supportive of Starr.
"I think we should wait it out," she said.
Supporters also made a strong showing.
"I would also like to thank Dr. Starr for his strong, long-term vision that is starting to show results," said Marcella Branca, a parent. "I really hope renegotiation of the contract will be successful so your family can begin to benefit from your hard work as much as my family has."
Starr has said that if an agreement is reached he plans to move his family, including two school-aged children, from Brooklyn, N.Y. to Stamford.
Susanna Vidan, a parent facilitator at Hart Magnet Elementary School who has two children in the system, attacked other speakers' assertion that the board should wait one more year to evaluate the data on Starr's work, particularly middle school reform.
"I think it's ridiculous when they already have five years," she said. Vidan lauded Starr for reaching out "to communities that usually get neglected," such as the black and Hispanic families. "At least he listens and he wants to help," she said. "All the parents that think he is not reachable, I would say you do not know how to pick up a phone."
Former Board of Education member Angela Lorenti also pointed out that the improvement plan approved by the State Board of Education -- which incorporates changes to ability grouping -- will remain regardless of whether Starr is the one to carry it out.
Members of the Greenwich-Stamford Tea Party Patriots showed up after hearing from two concerned board members, according to Mickey Raimondi, who carried a sign telling Starr that renewing his contract before the two years were up is not fiscally responsible.
"It's like an Obama thing, where they have already made up their minds," he said of the board members.
"We believe in fiscal responsibility and justice for the taxpayers," said Philip Balestriere, also a Tea Party member.
Board Member Lorraine Olson confirmed that she and fellow board member Carmine Limone had shared their concerns about renewing the contract with Tea Party members.
"They had asked our thoughts," she said. Limone declined to comment.
Starr also shared his perspective during the meeting.
Every year at this time, he said he seeks either to extend or renegotiate his contract with the board.
"I have a sincere desire to continue to do the work we have done for five years," he said listing work on math, science and literacy, training and collaborative planning time for teachers, and other initiatives during his five-year tenure in Stamford.
"If we can agree on a reasonable contract that will bring me out through three years.. my family has agreed to move to Stamford," said Starr, who has three young children and lives in Brooklyn.
Moving to Stamford would both allow him to spend more time with his family, as well as participate in the community in different ways than he is currently able.
The Board of Education has begun its performance evaluation of Starr, a process which will extend into June.
­-- Staff Writer Wynne Parry can be reached at 203-964-2263 or wynne.parry@scni.com.
My follow up....
Letter to the editor:
If Superintendant Starr is doing a great job now then it would be expected a year from now, if nothing has changed, there would be no reason for concern to renew/renegotiate his contract at that time. Why is there the urgency to extend his contract?
If he wants to move his family here, he can move his family here. It is his free will to do so. His requested terms for a renegotiated contract are unknown at this time. However, if he is looking for a possible housing allowance and/or moving expenses, where would that money come from? The 2010/11 budget presented was passed and deemed fiscally responsible with the approval of the board of finance. Monies could not come from raising taxes to cover any additional expense for a renegotiated contract. So would the money have to come from a program that had to be funded, a position that had to be maintained or materials that had to be procured? If there is any room found in this budget to increase his pay/benefits when the teachers took a zero raise for the year I think there is something not quite prudent with his possible request. And if that cost is going to be passed off to a later budget when we are in such economically uncertain and challenging times the fiscal responsibility question arises again.
The motivation for renegotiation, if only to secure his position for a job well done, certainly leaves me thinking. Putting aside the highly objectionable middle school reform program and the selection of the questionably qualified principal at the high school, why the push? If Superintendant Starr and five of his board members are confident with his choices then following normal contractual proceedings shouldn't be an issue.
The tea party movement's principles of fiscal responsibility, constitutionally limited government and free markets operating devoid of chrony-capitalism apply to federal, state and local governance.
From the land of the free because of the brave,
Monique Thomas
Greenwich/Stamford Tea Party Patriots
Rev Barb says, "Way to go, Monique.  Thank you.   You're points are oh-so-well taken!"
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ACTIVITIES FOR THIS WEEK:
Petition signature collection!
Signature collection for petitions ends June 8th.
The following candidates are petitioning for the ballot for the 4th Congressional District electorate:
Peter Schiff www.schiffforsenate.com and Vinny Forras www.vinnyforras.com for US Senate
Rob Merkle www.merkleforcongress.com , Tom Hermann www.jointeamtom.com and Rick Torres www.ricktorres2010.com for 4CD US Representative
Duffy Acevedo www.duffyforgovernor.com for Governor
Please look into these men. More vetting info at www.gstpp.org If there are any that you are particularly fond of I encourage you to get their petitions and collect signatures for them. Time is of the essence. Contact there campaigns directly for details to participate.
ALSO Barry Haines running for State Senator is in need of signatures, as well...
We Need a Citizen Legislator,
NOT a Professional Politician
Dear Friend:
Many volunteers will help next week to get primary petitions signed for me to qualify for the Republican primary for Connecticut's 27th state Senate seat. If you would like to be one of the volunteers and have not already talked with me about it, then please let me know ASAP.
We will have a fundraiser (min. = $5, max. = $100) at the Belltown Fire House beginning at 6PM next Wednesday, May 26th. It will also be a rally and celebration for the state Senate candidate who actually has a SOLUTION for the Education Cost Sharing (ECS) formula!
If you have not yet seen the campaign video, then please check it out: www.youtube.com/Haines2010 . And if you're not familiar with the SOLUTION for the ECS funding, then please read the "Opeds" section of www.HAINES2010.com .
Hope you can make it to the fundraiser and it would be fantastic to have your help with obtaining the primary petition signatures.
Andrew McDonald will be removed from office later this year and it will be a major grassroots effort that gets us to that result. There will be much brighter days for Connecticut in the near future!
Sincerely,
Barry Haines
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GREAT LOCATIONS TO ENJOY THE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND AND GATHER SIGNATURES ACROSS THE DISTRICT THROUGH MONDAY
http://www.mofflymedia.com/Moffly-Publications/Five-Local-Ways-to-Spend-Memorial-Day-Weekend/index.php
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David Pia District 22 Trumbull, Bridgeport, Monroe is primarying and looking for support for his campaign...
I look forward to meeting with you and your friends and to serving you in Hartford .
Thank you very much for your kind consideration and support.
Warmest Regards,
Dave
PS If you are interested in hosting a coffee, meet and great or another event where I can meet family, friends and other potential supporters, please let me or my campaign manager, Chadwick Ciocci, know at ChadwickCiocci@Gmail.com.
PPS We will only win this primary and the election in November with YOUR support. Please make a donation of $5 or more at www.PIAFORSTATESENATE.com.
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LEGISLATIVE ALERT: TAKE ACTION NOW!
Congress already has the right to veto regulations from unelected bureaucrats, that power resides in the Congressional Review Act.
Senator Murkowski R-AK is trying to force a vote that would close the door on the EPA’s global warming regulations, According to Sen. Murkowski’s office, the vote on SJ Res. 26 should be happening before Congress goes on their memorial break, we need to help get that vote to the floor.
SJ Res.26 (Easy read, only 2 pages)
The current vote count is:
Yeas – 41
Nays – 38
These are the Senators that are either swing votes or leaning Nay. Please call them letting them know that Congress has the power to stop the EPA and they need to use it now.
We need to get these Senators to vote Yea on SJ Res. 26
Talking Points
Reading Material:
EPA's Global Warming Regulations: A Threat to American Agriculture
Small Business Impact of the EPA Endangerment Finding
EPA’s Fuel Efficiency Standards: Bad News for the Consumer
Rockefeller Takes on the EPA, Sort Of
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MINI TEA PARTIES: Educating ourselves and others on the issues in regularly scheduled outdoor events. Enjoy the beautiful weather and get some fresh air and sunshine.
HOT TOPICS-
Arizona immigration law SB1070
Financial Stability Act aka Tarp II
Seeking candidates to fill state rep. districts 144, 145, 146 and 147 in Stamford
Who ARE the candidates running for state and federal offices?
Any other issue you want to learn about or want to share your knowledge of...come on out!
Bring your signs, flyers and friends.
Every Friday, from 5-7pm we host a mini tea party rally outdoors at:
GREENWICH YMCA
50 East Putnam Ave
AND...Every Saturday from noon to 2PM we host a mini tea party in front of the Ferguson Library in Stamford, CT. Please come and join us! Bring a friend.
FERGUSON LIBRARY
One Public Library Plaza, Stamford, CT 06904
(Corner of Broad St. & Bedford St.)
FREE PARKING at the municipal garages
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SAVE THE DATE:
Many folks have asked about bus arrangements to the Washington DC on 8/28 for the Glenn Beck Restoring Honor Rally
Here's info that I received. If you're interested.... read instructions ...contact Joan Pagliuco (bottom) .
forward to your friends:
Come join fellow patriots of the 9.12ers of Southern Connecticut for the
8/28 DC RESTORING HONOR RALLY
with GLENN BECK
PLEASE RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!!!! PASS THIS INFO ALONG TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY!!! BE A PART OF HISTORY
I have arranged for a bus and 25 rooms at the L'Enfant Plaza Hotel
On August 28, 2010 come be a part of history by joining Glenn at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial for the Restoring Honor Rally. This is a non-political fundraiser for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. This non-profit provides support and assistance to the families of wounded and fallen special operations personnel. This includes 60,000 of America's elite troops such as Navy SEALs, Army Green Berets and Rangers, Air force combat controllers and Marine Corps special operators.
Show your support today by donating to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation (www.specialops.org).
Here are the details:
•Friday, August 27, 2010, 8:00AM - Depart from the commuter parking lot on Penny Lane, Trumbull, CT, (off of Route 108, across from Hawley Lane).
Arrival at the hotel is estimated to be at 1:05 PM.
•Arriving for 4:00 check in at L'Enfant Plaza Hotel
•Returning Sunday August 29 at approximately 9 PMSunday, August 29, 3:45PM - Depart from L’Enfant. Arrival in Trumbull is estimated to be at 9:00PM. Arrival times are estimates and are dependent on traffic, weather, etc.
•HOTEL: L’Enfant Plaza Hotel, 480 L’Enfant Plaza S.W., Washington, DC 20024 202 484-1000
•RATE: per room for 2 nights = $226.71, single, double or triple occupancy + 7.50 per person mandatory porterage fee. Rate includes DC room tax of $14.5% currently, subject to change.
•Check-in time is 4:00PM. Checkout time is 12:00 noon.
A discounted $21 rate per person per day is available for a full breakfast buffet at the American Grille iL’Enfant Hotel.
•Full payment is due no later than July 13, 2010, by check payable to Traveland, Inc., for coach, room, tax and porterage. Space is limited and will be allocated on a first-come basis.
•Room costs are fully refundable, less a $10 processing fee, provided a written cancellation is received at least 24 hours prior to the day of arrival and a cancellation number is obtained.
•COACH: 55-passenger coach with on-board restroom, TV and DVD player.
•COST of the coach, driver and DC bus permit (excluding gratuities) is $68 per person, based on 50 total passengers. If the group number falls below 50, the cost will be adjusted accordingly. If the group reaches 55 passengers, the excess will be returned to the leader towards gratuities.
Joan Pagliuco, CTA
jpworldtravel@sbcglobal.net

Posted by Rev. Barb Sexton
"The Biblical Biochemist-Where Science Meets the Cross"
www.DearOnesHealingMinistry.blogspot.com

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Make A MEMORIAL DAY LEGISLATIVE ACTION TRIBUTE This Year For Our Finest By Reverend Barbara Sexton www.DearOnesHealingMinistry.blogspot.com

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Dear Ones:

     Last month I put out a plea on behalf of our Nation's Service Members and their families that we all write and urge our lawmakers to support and pass "The TRICARE Dependent Coverage Extension Act" (H.R. 4923) a bill that would extend TRICARE coverage for dependent children to the maximum age of 26. LINK: www.dearoneshealingministry.blogspot.com/2010/04/left-out-us-military-denied-obamacare.html  BELOW IS WHAT I'VE WRITTEN TO DATE TO PRESIDENT OBAMA, SECY ROBERT GATES, SEN CHRIS DODD, SEN JOE LIEBERMAN AND REP JIM HIMES:
Dear Sirs and Madam:
The fact that the U.S. Military and their families are callously denied the presumptive 'benefits' of Obamacare only serves to solidify the fact that this monstrosity needs to be repealed and replaced with something credible and sentient.
Absent that and if we must live with this bill, then please, at least pass and enact Representative Martin Heinrich (N.M.)'s "The TRICARE Dependent Coverage Extension Act" (H.R. 4923), a bill that would extend TRICARE coverage for dependent children to the maximum age of 26.
May God imbue you with His endless compassion, so that you will realize how wrong it is to deny the same to others who serve and protect you daily.
Thank you,
Reverend Barbara Sexton
Stamford Medical Reserve Corps
"The Biblical Biochemist-Where Science Meets the Cross"
www.dearoneshealingministry.blogspot.com

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I realize that 'legalese' can be confusing, but I assure you that the concepts here are very easy to understand and don't let anyone tell you otherwise. OBAMACARE does NOT apply to the TRICARE COVERAGE of U.S. Service Members and DoD employees. A separate, special piece of legislation known as 'S. 3201' is needed to bring military health care coverage up-to-speed with Obamacare. If you prefer to 'just get going and active', skip to "THE BOTTOM LINE" (AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE)  and follow the link there to make your own, personal MEMORIAL DAY LEGISLATIVE ACTION TRIBUTE to our fine service members who protect us domestically and on foreign shores.

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LEGALESE SECTION:
Below is the response I received from Sen. Lieberman today, saying "Please be assured that I will keep your strong support for this measure in mind as it continues through the legislative process".
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May 26, 2010
Rev. Reverend Barbara Sexton
Stamford, CT
Dear Rev. Sexton:
Thank you for contacting me about the TRICARE Dependent Coverage Extension Act (S. 3201), which was introduced by Senator Mark Udall (D-CO).
Currently, TRICARE insurance covers the children of beneficiaries up to the age of 21, or, in some cases, up to age 23, such as for full-time college students. While the national health care reform legislation signed into law earlier this year will require most insurance plans to extend dependant coverage up to age 26, this provision of the law will not apply to TRICARE. As you may know, the health care reform legislation does not change or modify the TRICARE program whatsoever. S. 3201, however, would extend TRICARE insurance coverage so that children of active duty service members and retirees could stay on their parents' policies until the age of 26.
S. 3201 is currently pending consideration by the Senate Armed Services Committee, of which I am a senior member. Please be assured that I will keep your strong support for this measure in mind as it continues through the legislative process. To keep track of further developments on this legislation, you can click on the "Track a Bill" button at www.lieberman.senate.gov  
Thank you again for sharing your views and concerns with me. I hope you will continue to visit my website at http://lieberman.senate.gov  for updated news about my work on behalf of Connecticut and the nation. Please contact me if you have any additional questions or comments about our work in Congress.
Sincerely,
Joseph I. Lieberman
UNITED STATES SENATOR
JIL:bjm
From Rev. Barb: Use the keyword 'TRICARE' to search Library of Congress records.  More specifically Here is the link for H.R. 4923, so you can observe the progress of things directly (89 cosponsors):  www.thomas.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d111:HR04923:/bss/111search.html 
Last major action: 4/23/2010 Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. Here is the link for S.3291 from Sen. Lieberman's web site so you can observe the progress of things directly (29 cosponsors): www.thomas.gov/cgibin/bdquery/Dd111:31:./temp/~bd1KAW::/bss/111search.html 
  Last major action: 4/14/2010 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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THE BOTTOM LINE: WHAT YOU CAN DO: GO TO THE LINK BELOW AND WRITE YOUR LETTERS IN SUPPORT OF ASSURING THAT OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND THEIR DEPENDENTS ARE WELL TAKEN CARE OF. IT IS VERY EASY TO DO. IF YOU CARE ABOUT THOSE WHO SACRIFICE EVERYTHING FOR OUR COUNTRY, DO THIS TODAY IN THE SPIRIT OF A MEMORIAL DAY LEGISLATIVE ACTION TRIBUTE TO OUR FINE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN THE UNITED STATES MILITARY, so that they may get the coverage they have so bravely earned.
Here is a link for you to use from the Military.com Legislative Center:
www.capwiz.com/military/issues/alert/?alertid=14889621&type=ML
     God Bless Sen. Joe Lieberman and other legislators and all of you who care enough to do some work and make a difference for our fighting men and women.
With Love in Christ,
Reverend Barbara Sexton
"The Biblical Biochemist-Where Science Meets the Cross"
www.DearOnesHealingMinistry.blogspot.com

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