Posted on 03/15/2005 10:03:13 PM PST by Jim Robinson
Edited on 03/15/2005 10:05:05 PM PST by Jim Robinson. [history]
In October 1998, Free Republic marched on Washington demanding the impeachment of Bill Clinton. Thanks to our efforts, Clinton was impeached less than two months later.
Then, as now, our country stood at a Constitutional crossroad. This year we stand at the crossroad of what kind of judiciary we will have: One that is restrained by the Constitution, or one that abridges our rights by making it up as they go along.
President Bush and the Republicans in the Senate are gearing up for a showdown with the Democrats over his judicial nominees. The Democrats have used the filibuster in an unprecedented way to block judicial nominees from getting an up or down vote. Republicans, led by Majority Leader Bill Frist are getting ready to employ the Constitutional option--most likely in mid-April.
A simple majority is needed to implement the Constitutional option. However, even with a 55 vote majority, a victory by the Republicans is in doubt. Democrats, unswayed by their ever-diminishing numbers in the Senate, have threatened to almost totally shut down the Senate if the Republicans succeed.
The Democrats are desperate because the judiciary is their last hope to force their liberal, unconstitutional agenda on the American people. If the filibuster is broken, they know that President Bush will be able to nominate and get confirmed Supreme Court justices in the mold of Scalia and Thomas. If the filibuster holds, we'll get justices like Anthony Kennedy who look to foreign law and opinion to support their unconstitutional rulings.
Therefore, in order to support President Bush's judicial nominees, and to put the Senate and the courts on notice that We the People demand the Constitution be respected and maintained, we will march on Washington on Thursday, April 7, 2005.
We will rally at Upper Senate Park, directly across the Capitol between Constitution Avenue and Union Station, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Immediately after the rally, we will march on the offices of all 100 senators in groups of state citizens to impress upon them the seriousness of our cause.
We will be working to bring other conservative groups in to co-sponsor the rally. Speakers and co-sponsors will be announced as they confirm.
We will need to raise funds for the rally. The estimated cost is $8,000. Capitol Police rules do not allow us to seek donations at the rally, so we will have to raise the funds before. Click here to help out.
Lord willing, I'll be making the trip from California to D.C. for the rally. It's short notice, but this is too important to stand back. Our rights are at stake. Defend them now, or watch a justice like Anthony Kennedy look to foreign law and opinion one day to take away your Second Amendment and other rights.
I heard you!!!
What did Hugh think of the idea?
She is a churlish dolt!!
(Curious Smiley)
"ROOT BADDER GINSBURG "
: )
I'm embarrassed to admit this, but she comes from (Psst!) Kings County, New York.
(Shamefaced Smiley.)
Jim, the missus and I are planning to come.
We've also sent a little cash to defray expenses.
As an alumni on MFJ-I, how could I not be there?
It would be nice to have some of the original MFJ-I speakers like Ann Coulter and ReJoyce.Ollie North and Mark Levin(a Freeper)would be great invited speakers.
I would hope that Rush,Sean, and Laura Ingraham and Mark Levin would get behind this and publicize this event.
Good deal. And drag that Corin bum up with ya!
Thank you, exit82!! And our hopes are the same as yours. See you there!!
Two more donations in for the March for Justice:
$20 from North Dakota
$20 from Virginia
Thank you North Dakota and Virginia!!
Well, you can't control where epople are born. I just wish she would go away.......one of Hillary's choices : )
That's why we need to do something to preempt that unfortunate scenario from ever unfolding.
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-good times, G.J.P. (Jr.)
Madison, WI ??
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You know, that dude who helped with that Constitution dealie.
Though, people from Wisconsin are cool too.
(Cheese-head Smiley)
:)
When I am wrong, I don't fool around : )
Not a laughing matter. If the Republicans cannot put more Scalia-like jurists on benches all over America now, when they enjoy tremendous political advantages during times when gay marriages are being forced down our throats and the pledge of allegiance is declared unconstitutional, then there really is no hope for better times ahead for the party, and I will be done supporting Republican politicians.
That's what I meant by my line being drawn in the sand. If they can't accomplish what needs to be accomplished to stop the filibusters, end judicial tyranny, stop reliance on foreign jurisdictions when interpreting our own Constitution, and stop ridiculous judicial activists taking the place of our elected representatives, then a paradigm shift will be best for the good ol' US of A.
I am intimately familiar with the judiciary and its importance. The good news is that after 50 years of knowing next to nothing about the power of the judiciary to shape our society and have a more profound effect on the the everyday lives of Americans than any other branch of government, Republicans are finally beginning to understand. That's why this event is so critical - we need to utilize our political advantage now by generating the necessary momentum to get jurists seated who will do what judges are supposed to do - interpret existing laws instead of making new ones.
Thank you, Kryptonite!
Just in:
$20 from Wisconsin - "Stop the filibusters! End judicial tyranny!"
$50 from Texas - "...While I can not be with with you on April 7th, in body..I will be with you in spirt!"
Thank you, Wisconsin and Texas!!
I must consult with my master, Doctor Demming as I believe costumes are in order.
I don't know. Ask Robinson or Kristinn. But I'll tell you this...motel/hotels are NOT cheap, and most make you pay extra to park your vehicle.
But don't stay at someones house if you don't know them!
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