A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....04-05-06....Katherine Harris - Happy Birthday!

DollyCali; JulieRNR21 | April 5, 2006 | dollycali; JulieRNR21

[DollyCali]

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Senate Campaign website:
Click on "About Katherine' for her accomplishments in several elected offices.

Congressional website
U.S. Congresswoman Katherine Harris : 13th District Of Florida

10 Million Inheritance “In the Race“
Yes, HER OWN money on the line.

Katherine‘a Blog

Katherine Harris “Car“ Trouble

Reflections on Katherine Harris
by FReeper JulieRN21

Like most of America, I first heard her name in the days following Election Day 2000 when Al Gore contested the results in FL.

There was one petite woman (despite appearing much taller on TV; she is only 5' 2" and is probably 100 pounds soaking wet)........standing between Gore and his attempt to steal the FL electoral votes. We learned later that Al Gore instructed his staff to begin a vicious smear campaign to question the integrity of Katherine Harris during the drawn-out recount process.

In 2000 Katherine Harris was the Secretary of State of FL and it was her duty to certify results of election recounts in all the FL counties. She had a specific deadline to meet that was mandated by FL election laws passed by the FL Legislature.

She upheld the FL election laws and did her job with grace and courage despite despicable personal attacks launched by the Dems and their media cohorts.

Perhaps Democrats should direct their anger at the Supreme Court if they still want to complain. In 'Bush v. Gore' the US Supreme Court ruled in a 7-2 vote that the hand recounts violated the equal protection clause of the Constitution because since different standards were used by voter counters the recount did not treat all votes equally.

Since both federal law and the Constitution require that the electoral votes for president be cast on a certain day, Florida's electoral votes would not be counted if the deadline was missed. Therefore the Supreme Court ruled in a 5-4 decision that there was not enough time left to conduct a manual recount that would pass the Constitutional requirements. That ruling left Bush the certified winner in Florida with 537 votes more and Gore conceded the election.

In December 2001 I met her in person for the first time at a Sarasota Republican Club Christmas Party. One of my first comments to her was...."Thank you for your courage in 2000 despite the hateful personal attacks from the media and the Democrats." She responded that she was 'just doing her job and her duty to uphold Florida's election laws'.

I mentioned I was a Freeper on FreeRepublic.com. She smiled warmly and said that the emails, notes and flowers sent to her office by Freepers gave her encouragement when she was under tremendous pressure.

In 2002 she announced she would run for the US House to succeed Rep. Dan Miller who was 'term-limiting' himself after 10 years in Congress. The local liberal paper, owned by the NYT, attacked her campaign incessantly (just as it is currently doing) and then endorsed an unknown unqualified lawyer who was Yale classmate of the Clintons.

I have a vivid memory of saying to her at her Victory Party on election night 2002: "Katherine, they tried to destroy your campaign this year just like they tried to destroy you in 2000....but 'We the People' of Sarasota have made you our Congresswoman! "

Her eyes suddenly filled with tears and she gave me a hug. In that moment I knew just how much she had suffered during the weeks she was under attack in 2000.

Her fellow Republicans in Congress recognized her leadership skills and made her Deputy Assistant Majority Whip under Rep. Tom DeLay.

Rep. Harris authored the American Dream Downpayment Act of 2003 helping Americans achieve first time home ownership by assisting with downpayment and closing costs. Homeownership enables individuals achieve economic stability and also benefits the national economy.

On March 30, 2004, she introduced "Carlie's Law," named for Carlie Brucia, an 11-year-old Sarasota girl who was brutally kidnapped, raped and murdered in February 2004. The legislation would revoke probation when a federal felon commits a felony crime of violence or when he or she perpetrates any crime of violence against a child under the age of 16. Carlie's Law which was passed in 2005 as the Children's Safety Act.

Veterans organizations endorse her for consistently supporting their needs such as obtaining approval for a National Veterans Cemetery in the Sarasota County area.

The NRA has given her an A+ rating for her continued defense of the Second Amendment.

When Rep. Harris ran for reelection in 2004 she was targeted by Code Pink wackos for harassment. A few tattooed 'Pink Ladies' had alerted the local TV media that they would be giving her a 'pink slip' when she spoke to a local Republican Club. I was among supporters who greeted her arrival and provided welcoming view for the TV camera.

When Rep, Harris began her speech, two of the Pinkos, who had pretended to be prospective members of the Club, jumped up and began to heckle her. I happen to be sitting next to them....so I stood up and I began to chant 'Two More Years'. The membership joined in and we succeeded in foiling their plan to attack Rep. Harris with their media cohorts recording it on video.

Since she announced she would run for the US Senate, the attacks and doomsday predictors are in full battle mode......It's 'déjà vu' of 2000.

To make her campaign more competitive, Katherine Harris has pledged her personal fortune echoing the example of our Founders who 'pledged their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor' in the Declaration of Independence.

Her book, 'Center of the Storm' details her faith, values and the principles that helped her through the aftermath of Election 2000. One of those is ' "be broken or bitter or be better"! Katherine Harris chose to be better.

General George C. Marshall said of Victory: It is not enough to fight. It is the spirit which we bring to the fight that decides the issue.

Congresswoman Katherine Harris is a true conservative who has demonstrated that she has the spirit and the 'true grit' for the fight to defeat liberal Dem Bill Nelson.

JulieRN21 with Katherine Harris

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[SheLion]

(I can't resist. hehe)

Why most men are Republican:

[Coop]

Special birthday wishes to Rep. Harris, and my sincere thanks for her willingness to serve her community and her state through public service.

To KH: Try to find a couple of minutes to put your feet up today - you've earned it! :-)

[tiredoflaundry]

[tiredoflaundry]

Beautiful job on the thread!

[The Mayor]

April 5, 2006

Always Awake

Read:
Psalm 121

I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; for You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. —Psalm 4:8

Bible In One Year: 1 Samuel 1-3; Luke 8:26-56

A mother and her 4-year-old daughter were preparing for bed. The child was afraid of the dark. When the lights were turned off, the girl noticed the moon shining through the window. "Mommy," she asked, "is that God's light up there?" "Yes, it is," came the reply. Soon another question: "Will He put it out and go to sleep too?" "Oh no, He never goes to sleep." After a few silent moments, the little girl said, "As long as God is awake, I'm not scared." Realizing that the Lord would be watching over her, the reassured child soon fell into a peaceful sleep.

As Christians, we may confidently commit both the night and the day to our ever-faithful God. He is fully aware of our fears in the dark as well as our frustrations in the light. We can be assured of His constant care. His loving eye and protecting hand are always upon us.

Perhaps you face lonely hours because of illness or the loss of a loved one. The shadows of the night make the anxiety of your situation seem greater than ever. Doubts arise and fears flood your soul, robbing you of your needed rest.

Trust the heavenly Father, and with the psalmist you will be able to say, "I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; for You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety" (Psalm 4:8). Remember, God is always awake. —Paul Van Gorder

In His care confiding
I will sweetly sleep,
For the Lord my Savior
Will in safety keep. —Psalter

If you have trouble getting to sleep, try resting in the Lord.

FOR FURTHER STUDY
God Our Father

April 5, 2006

Always Awake

Read:
Psalm 121

I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; for You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. —Psalm 4:8

Bible In One Year: 1 Samuel 1-3; Luke 8:26-56

A mother and her 4-year-old daughter were preparing for bed. The child was afraid of the dark. When the lights were turned off, the girl noticed the moon shining through the window. "Mommy," she asked, "is that God's light up there?" "Yes, it is," came the reply. Soon another question: "Will He put it out and go to sleep too?" "Oh no, He never goes to sleep." After a few silent moments, the little girl said, "As long as God is awake, I'm not scared." Realizing that the Lord would be watching over her, the reassured child soon fell into a peaceful sleep.

As Christians, we may confidently commit both the night and the day to our ever-faithful God. He is fully aware of our fears in the dark as well as our frustrations in the light. We can be assured of His constant care. His loving eye and protecting hand are always upon us.

Perhaps you face lonely hours because of illness or the loss of a loved one. The shadows of the night make the anxiety of your situation seem greater than ever. Doubts arise and fears flood your soul, robbing you of your needed rest.

Trust the heavenly Father, and with the psalmist you will be able to say, "I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; for You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety" (Psalm 4:8). Remember, God is always awake. —Paul Van Gorder

In His care confiding
I will sweetly sleep,
For the Lord my Savior
Will in safety keep. —Psalter

If you have trouble getting to sleep, try resting in the Lord.

FOR FURTHER STUDY
God Our Father

[tiredoflaundry]

Thank You Mayor, another beautiful lesson!

[The Mayor]

Morning, Yes it is I just read it myself.

[DollyCali]

Why most men are Republican

WhymostSMART men are Republican.

There I fixed it for you! thanks for your humorous contribution!

[DollyCali]

good lesson Rus

As Christians, we may confidently commit both the night and the day to our ever-faithful God.

Talking "the faith" and committing to the faith.. are surely two different things, aren't they?

Thank you as always for your morning cuppa & dip into God's word.

[DollyCali]

Well Cinderella, I surely hope you made it back in time & got some quality zzzz's.

I got quality ones but not too many. Awoke to a couple inches of SPRING on the ground Doggone this global warming.

[DollyCali]

Yes, we can have another party then?

[DollyCali]

thank you t.o.l.! love the dancing letters!

[tiredoflaundry]

I get a "kick" outta them! ;-)

[DollyCali]

Thank you for Katherine's birthday cake.

Now lets see if someone gets her flowers & some nice gifts....

We need to get her a few viking kitties to use on the campaign trail to use against naysayers & detractors, don't we?

well here is a gift to start:

[tiredoflaundry]

Happy Birthday flowers!

[JulieRNR21]

Here I am, Dolly....WOW....What a fabulous thread!

We must have ESP because you chose some of my very favorite pics of Congresswoman Harris!

I crashed shortly after midnight but I'm rested now and ready to 'Party'!

[DollyCali]

Welcome & I sure hope you brought the food. I was too busy with HTML to cook. What does Katherine like to eat?

Eleanor can have tea & crumpets for us later also?

[DollyCali]

So VERY true! thanks for your comments and for stopping by to send greetings!

[Joe Brower]

Nice essay by JulieRNR21.

Florida Freeper

[DollyCali]

I need to leave shortly on a "medical" run with relative. Save me some cake?