http://www.freerepublic.com/tag/military-bloggers/ en-us Mon, 6 Jul 2009 18:54:35 GMT Focus Forum 15 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286680/posts This Iraqi Security Force Update provides a summary of changes to the ISF during May and June 2009. The Iraqi Security Force Order of Battle as of 30 June 2009 is published at Montrose Toast. Previous updates were published at The Long War Journal. Montrose Toast http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286680/posts#comment Mon, 6 Jul 2009 18:54:35 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286536/posts Dear friends... Yes, our wounded and disabled veterans need help, our help. In fact, families of veterans who have been killed in action need help as well, as do families of veterans still serving. But what most people don't realize is the growing needs of our returning veterans. The unemployment rate for our returning veterans is at 25%, the highest rate of any group in America and that's a travesty of monumental proportion. Many people are aware of this and are willing to help but don't know where to start and this is the reason for this letter. Two companies... Operation Warrior Support http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286536/posts#comment Mon, 6 Jul 2009 16:01:07 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286512/posts DOD’s major weapon systems programs continue to take longer to develop, cost more, and deliver fewer quantities and capabilities than originally planned. DOD also continues to face long-standing challenges managing service contracts and contractors. For example, the oversight of service contracts has been recognized as a material weakness in the Army... Several underlying systemic problems at the strategic level and at the program level continue to contribute to poor weapon systems acquisition. The total acquisition cost of DOD’s 2007 portfolio of major programs has grown by 26 percent over initial estimates... DOD largely continues to define warfighting needs and make... LuckyBogey's Blog http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286512/posts#comment Mon, 6 Jul 2009 15:20:56 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286393/posts Here is video of President Obama and family arriving in Moscow, Russia for a week of meetings with Russian President Medvedev and Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. Obama is thought to be seeking Russian agreement to reduce stockpiles of Nuclear Missiles, while Russia is demanding the U.S. abandon the placement of a missile defense shield in Eastern Europe before they will consider such reductions. It will be interesting to see if Obama caves in to Russia's demands. . . . . (Watch Video) Freedom's Lighthouse http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286393/posts#comment Mon, 6 Jul 2009 12:08:24 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286311/posts The more things change, the more they stay the same. Our president offended Brits by giving ridiculous gifts to the Prime Minister and Queen of England. He apologized for American policy in Europe and the Middle East. He described us as a Muslim nation and gave a conciliatory speech to Arab Muslims in Cairo. He shyed away from “meddling” in Iranian affairs as protesters were shot and beaten by the government, but quickly jumped into action in an attempt to save a fellow Marxist would-be dictator in Honduras. In Obama’s next stop on the Magical Mollification Tour is Moscow, where... The Constitutional Alamo http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286311/posts#comment Mon, 6 Jul 2009 05:11:05 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286283/posts In recent times, that is, during June of 2009, President Barack Obama has recoiled at efforts at fighting the oppressors in Iran. He has allowed the political situation in Iran to escalate into the crisis it is today. At the time of this writing, protests in the streets have broken out over the rigged election. The red flags should have been flying in the Commander in Chief’s face already. Iran has been advancing their nuclear weapon program at a dangerously rapid rate, constantly waving the fact at the West. The rest has been very well documented. Political corruption has been... American Solvent http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2286283/posts#comment Mon, 6 Jul 2009 04:11:10 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285988/posts Please, bid in shekels or dollars. Ms. McKinney may learn to appreciate her United States citizenship after this experience, and stop envying Castro, Chavez, and every other country. Here is a capsulized summary of Ms McKinney's history: Cynthia McKinney - one busy woman June 19, 2006 by chrisgraham augustafreepress.com Column by Max Friedman: Cynthia McKinney - One Busy womanIn between hitting cops and and playing the race card, wacko Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney, D-Ga., keeps busy with the left on a number of subjects. Just pulling her file is a full day’s work, but it is worthwhile keeping track of her... JoeClarke.Net http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285988/posts#comment Sun, 5 Jul 2009 17:06:33 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285950/posts Constitution of the United States of AmericaSection 2: Presidential PowersClause 1: Command of military; Opinions of cabinet secretaries; PardonsThe President shall be Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy of the United States, and of the Militia of the several States, when called into the actual Service of the United States; he may require the Opinion, in writing, of the principal Officer in each of the executive Departments, upon any subject relating to the Duties of their respective Offices, and he shall have power to Grant Reprieves and Pardons for Offenses against the United States, except in Cases of... Vanity http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285950/posts#comment Sun, 5 Jul 2009 15:28:06 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285796/posts And this is the woman that the State media would lead you to believe has no political future or credibility? Anyone who can so effectively return fire against Senator Horseface is o.k. with me. As an addendum to my recent post on Palin’s resignation, I offer this YouTube video of the governor at her best. And not a teleprompter to be seen. In 2004, Kerry was “swiftboated.” Has the Senator from Massachusetts just been “dogsledded” by a kooky hockey mom from Alaska? You betcha. VIDEO at original article. The Constitutional Alamo http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285796/posts#comment Sun, 5 Jul 2009 07:10:39 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285758/posts At a time in American history when our liberties are under direct assault, our focus should be on how we can regain our country’s freedoms by understanding, supporting and embracing leaders who possess real character, courage, honesty, and integrity, leaders that put faith, country, and family at the forefront of their daily lives – Leaders like Sarah Palin who because of her outside Washington DC politics position, has seen herself and her family mercilessly attacked by those who do not possess 1/10th of her integrity and character. We respect Sarah for taking this stand. After all, it is most apparent... The Daily Change http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285758/posts#comment Sun, 5 Jul 2009 04:35:09 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285752/posts On this Independence Day, I am so very proud of all those who have chosen to serve our great nation and I honor their selflessness and the sacrifices of their families, too. If I may, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the last 24 hours and share my thoughts with you. Governor Palin 4 President http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285752/posts#comment Sun, 5 Jul 2009 04:03:55 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285730/posts Happy Independence Day, God Bless America! The Daily Change http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285730/posts#comment Sun, 5 Jul 2009 02:44:56 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285611/posts On this Independence Day, I am so very proud of all those who have chosen to serve our great nation and I honor their selflessness and the sacrifices of their families, too. If I may, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the last 24 hours and share my thoughts with you. First, I want to thank you for your support and hard work on the values we share. Those values led me to the decision my family and I made. Yesterday, my family and I announced a decision that is in Alaska’s best interest and it... Facebook http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285611/posts#comment Sat, 4 Jul 2009 21:00:04 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285571/posts Vice-President Joe Biden presided in Baghdad over a naturalization ceremony, where 237 U.S. troops -- comprising immigrants from places such as Mexico and Haiti and also some native Iraqi interpreters -- were sworn in as American citizens. The ceremony took place in the late Saddam Hussein's former Al-Faw Palace. CNN quotes the VP: We did it in Saddam's palace and I can think of nothing better. That S.O.B. is rolling over in his grave right now. So, there's the Vice-President of the United States, publicly spitting on Saddam Hussein's grave and reveling in the performance of an American ceremony of... RightWingBob.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285571/posts#comment Sat, 4 Jul 2009 19:16:02 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285537/posts The video is an abridged history of war in the 20th century, told through the use of food. The key to the battles represented and the foods used to represent each nation is found below. 1. The World 2. WWII – Holocaust/French surrender/London Bombing/Pearl Harbor/Battle of Midway/D-day /fall of Berlin /Hiroshima 3. Arab-Israeli War – Brits leave Israel/Israel expands territory 4. Korean War – China and Russia back the North/The US back the South 5. Cuban Missile Crisis 6. Viet Nam – China and Russia back the North/The US back the South 7. Cold War/Arms race 8. Intifada 9. Gulf... The Constitutional Alamo http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285537/posts#comment Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:55:36 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285460/posts Several people have asked me to shoot a new Kevlar helmet. My old buddy Ponyboy finally found a couple and sent them to me to test. Before we start, let me explain that we are not conducting "scientifically valid" tests on these brain buckets. It is my understanding that the military requires these helmets to withstand a round of 5.56 Ball at 200 yards. I am not certain of all the parameters, but it doesn't really matter, because I will not be repeating their tests. They already do that one and the helmets passed. We'll do something different. Helmets are... The Box of Truth http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285460/posts#comment Sat, 4 Jul 2009 15:54:16 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285397/posts Video for Vietnam Vets Veterans Memorial Museum in Chehalis, WA We shall Never Forget your service You Tube http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285397/posts#comment Sat, 4 Jul 2009 13:36:01 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285388/posts North Korea has fired a reported seven Scud-type missiles in an act of defiance toward the United States on America's Independence Day - July 4. The video above gives some information on the missiles, and there is more from the BBC below . . . . . (Watch Video) Freedom's Lighthouse http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285388/posts#comment Sat, 4 Jul 2009 13:16:35 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285371/posts Celebrate Dependence Day If You Are A Lib. Others may celebrate what Independence we have left. When I was medevaced out of Vietnam in 1970 my life ended and it ended for some time. Many of us felt worthless - for some time. But, eventually we learned "But By The Grace Of God Go I." There are many vets from all wars, as well as patriotic non-veterans, wondering why we did it and what is the use when the sneering, non-patriot types (I'll be kind, today, July 4th, and just call them libs)seem to have taken control of our government,... JoeClarke.Net http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285371/posts#comment Sat, 4 Jul 2009 12:29:44 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285306/posts Although Obama sympathizers managed to derail what would have been the area’s largest Tea Party, they cound not stifle the movement. Over 7,000 patriots came to Jim Miller Park in Marietta to voice their disgust with Washington’s deaf ears. Video and photos available in the original article. The Constitutional Alamo http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2285306/posts#comment Sat, 4 Jul 2009 07:14:46 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284868/posts Whig Out: Obama won't meddle in American revolutionCiting a new era in wishy-Washington foreign policy, the Obama Administration will not choose sides during this July 4th celebration.President Barack Obama said he neither favors the English, nor the would-be Americans in the War of Independence."He essentially sees this as a battle between colonial powers," said Obama spokesperson Roberto "Glib" Gibbs."Obviously, one is a nascent imperial power, but the difference is negligible."Normally, during July 4th celebrations, the President is expected to back the democratically-minded American side against a monarchy with speeches and press announcements, but feels this insertion into the fracas may... DotPenn.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284868/posts#comment Fri, 3 Jul 2009 15:12:07 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284662/posts They haven’t found the culprits yet who burned the U.S. and military flags of a former Marine in north Dallas this week. But support and offers to replace the flags have poured in. Avi Selk of the Dallas Morning News has the follow-up: Our little story about a few front-porch flags that got burned in Far North Dallas has sparked a firestorm of attention since it ran on Tuesday. The story, which my editor discovered from a single line in an obscure police report, (”UNK SUSP BURNED USA FLAG MOUNTED IN FRONT OF COMP RESIDENCE”) has also grabbed the attention... Michelle Malkin http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284662/posts#comment Fri, 3 Jul 2009 05:31:56 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284491/posts The following letter was written by the author in response to a column in The Covington News on May 6, 2009 (http://www.covnews.com/news/article/6961/) : Mr. Shipp, I believe you’re right. If Mr. [Rick] Perry and Mr. [John] Oxendine have explored the notion of seceding from the United States, they are rebels and traitors. And their names should become synonymous with others who are or were like-minded: Jefferson, Washington, Franklin, Adams. You used several names to demagogue those who have even suggested secession: “wacko,” “nuts,” “crazy,” “troublemakers,” and “haters.” Similar terms might have been used by more articulate Tory columnists about our... The Constitutional Alamo http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284491/posts#comment Thu, 2 Jul 2009 23:56:49 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284360/posts I forget who posted this comment in another Freep, but I felt I needed to repeat the question to get everyone thinking. http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284360/posts#comment Thu, 2 Jul 2009 20:00:38 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284354/posts Hard working Americans = IO,IO,IO, so off to work I go. American Politicians = IOU,IOU,IOU, so on vacation we go, and SCRE! you. The Daily Change http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2284354/posts#comment Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:58:43 GMT