I’ve recently received several copies of an email that is circulating. Most of the forwards that I receive are not worth my time to read; this one however is different- and worth consideration this weekend, though I take one exception to it.

It is the veteran, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion.
It is the veteran, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the veteran, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the veteran, not the campus organizer who has given us freedom to assemble.
It is the veteran, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial.
It is the veteran, not the politician, who has given us the right to vote.

The exception that I will take is (continue reading…)

There was a good article in the Observer today by George Will, http://www.charlotteobserver.com/406/story/620066.html. There is nothing here that you don’t already know, but it is a good summary of the path that our nation is on.

I was asked last week, why I had an interest in politics. I think this article by Will suggests why we all should have an interest in politics- and be more motivated than ever before to be active. I am hopeful that the action being taken by (continue reading…)

Eight years ago, the son of a former president was able to pull together tremendous national resources to ensure no one would compete in a significant way for the GOP nomination. Bush grudgingly won the support of conservatives by defining himself a “Compassionate Conservative”.

Since, Bush has turned his back on the Conservative agenda. September 11 was the defining moment of his administration. He handled the moment well, but (continue reading…)

The North Carolina Primary will be May 6th, one of the last in the nation. Aside from an insignificant challenge to solidly conservative Congressman Patrick McHenry, and the Kelly Hastings race in House 110, (in which the recent BOE ruling will be appealed), what purpose is there for a conservative to vote?

Four candidates are on the ballot for governor, but all polls show a two-way race between Senator Fred Smith and Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory. I know and respect all, and believe that North Carolina would be well served by any of the four. However, I believe that (continue reading…)