tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post370032930067675570..comments2023-05-08T04:10:22.394-06:00Comments on goin' RV Boondocking: I Think Some Might Not understand me...Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04393694530214889235noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-81114036643385600052012-03-18T11:21:57.901-06:002012-03-18T11:21:57.901-06:00I agree here too. It's not illegals that ruine...I agree here too. It's not illegals that ruined this country, it's illegals who BUILT this country. The railroads on the backs of Chinese, tobacco and cotton on the backs of Africans... are we so quick to forget our past? That land you call yours belonged to the native people long before we white people came and wiped them out and tried to force our rules and religion upon them. Please remember that you and I were the original illegals to this country... why do we feel like we can deny others the rights we came here to seek... because they don't have bigger guns and cannons? We need to see this for what it is and get our heads out of our own asses.<br />-MikeMikeBlumensteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09608982672130424203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-21990367661712415912012-03-18T11:19:39.259-06:002012-03-18T11:19:39.259-06:00I agree here too. It's not illegals that ruine...I agree here too. It's not illegals that ruined this country, it's illegals who BUILT this country. The railroads on the backs of Chinese, tobacco and cotton on the backs of Africans... are we so quick to forget our past? That land you call yours belonged to the native people long before we white people came and wiped them out and tried to force our rules and religion upon them. Please remember that you and I were the original illegals to this country... why do we feel like we can deny others the rights we came here to seek... because they don't have bigger guns and cannons? We need to see this for what it is and get our heads out of our own asses.<br />-MikeMikeBlumensteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09608982672130424203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-77471785679737928852012-03-11T12:34:45.268-06:002012-03-11T12:34:45.268-06:00I disagree with part of the comment by Ann or Paul...I disagree with part of the comment by Ann or Paul Stough: <br />"This huge over supply of low skilled and unskilled workers comes from one main source, to wit, illegal immigration!"<br /><br />It is not only illegal immigration that has contributed to the over supply of low skilled or no skilled workers in this country. We have been building that supply for the past 40 years with native born that are poorly educated. Education standards have been lowered to the lowest common denominator during that time to protect 'self esteem' and equalize achievement for all. So now everyone gets an "A" but graduate from high school, and some from college, not able to read or do simple math.Edhttp://edwardfrey.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-65078121628555508122012-03-10T14:49:49.083-07:002012-03-10T14:49:49.083-07:00Your blog and comments have made for interesting r...Your blog and comments have made for interesting reading the last few days. A good political discussion is good for the soul, and one of the problems with our society is that there is way too little political discussion. Usually it is just people on one side of an issue preaching to the choir. It is good to see opposing views expressed. <br /><br />It seems that to many "socialism" is the worst thing possible, while others see "socialism" as absolutely necessary.<br /><br />I believe that is the only accepted views these days, as both major political parties support the idea of millions of workers in the USA should live in, or near, poverty, so the rest of us can live a comfortable life.<br /><br />The only difference being, those on the right seemingly want to end, or drastically reduce most social welfare programs, so the country would look more like Mexico, while those on the left want to maintain, or increase social welfare programs to supplement the incomes of the workers living in or near poverty, more like Canada.<br /><br />I dont accept either position! In all the discussion, no one has mentioned the 800 pound gorilla in the room; the huge oversupply of low skilled and unskilled workers in this country that has driven down wages and benefits for millions of workers in this country over the last 40 years or so.<br /><br />This huge over supply of low skilled and unskilled workers comes from one main source, to wit, illegal immigration!<br /><br />Had both major political parties not supported virtually unlimited illegal immigration into this country, we would not be in the economic straights we now find ourselves in, and we wouldnt have to be making the economic choices we are now having to make!<br /><br />We have faced similar situations in this country before.<br /><br />Where is Teddy Roosevelt when we need him!<br /><br />Regards,<br /><br />PaulAnn or Paul Stoughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07698681809984984077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-40804719563598225792012-03-10T10:29:44.873-07:002012-03-10T10:29:44.873-07:00Similar to you, I was born in Arizona and was rais...Similar to you, I was born in Arizona and was raised in Ohio, and now live in Arizona again. I understood your post just fine and agree with much of what you wrote. Socialism is a disease which is why the 2012 election is so important.Mello Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15773539826384472593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-45531909225110854062012-03-10T10:06:31.317-07:002012-03-10T10:06:31.317-07:00ROFLM... UM... Backside... Off ;)ROFLM... UM... Backside... Off ;)Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-31302994208444654072012-03-10T10:00:44.975-07:002012-03-10T10:00:44.975-07:00Suzan: I've known Brian for a very long time,...Suzan: I've known Brian for a very long time, back when he had hair, and he's definitely not "normal". <br /><br />Good post Mr Gore!<br /><br />Adios!<br />MikeMikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-50331375721909236122012-03-10T08:44:39.736-07:002012-03-10T08:44:39.736-07:00There is absoutely nothing wrong with your thought...There is absoutely nothing wrong with your thought process.<br />I fully understand and support you.<br />It is your life; live it the way you choose.<br />Disregard the nay-sayers. They don't know what they are talking about.<br />Billbillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08739022909380754054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-33659227198047113322012-03-10T08:33:42.902-07:002012-03-10T08:33:42.902-07:00I'll bring some wood...;) BiLLI'll bring some wood...;) BiLLAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-41500915613524969352012-03-10T08:23:02.369-07:002012-03-10T08:23:02.369-07:00There are those who are welcome at my fire any tim...There are those who are welcome at my fire any time. It is my belief, they know who they are ;)Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-51384549878871774192012-03-10T08:16:58.074-07:002012-03-10T08:16:58.074-07:00Brian,I totally get you. I don't post comment...Brian,I totally get you. I don't post comments here often, but I enjoy your honesty, and point of view. Too many have no understanding of the word honor, and what it is to live a life with honor and integrity regardless of the consequences. It is easy to be honorable when there is no price to be paid. You and I are willing to pay the price.Whatsnewellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18051814896720771000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-62501334316685617652012-03-10T07:57:10.555-07:002012-03-10T07:57:10.555-07:00That is all a person can ask for. If more could &q...That is all a person can ask for. If more could "relate" the bosses would lose their power. Keep on keepin' on!Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-47892446296227013112012-03-10T07:55:07.883-07:002012-03-10T07:55:07.883-07:00Thanks Suzan, not to worry about perilous times. O...Thanks Suzan, not to worry about perilous times. Only that what days you do have are lived with honor and dignity... And maybe a mite of pure foolishness! ;) just for fun.Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-46070446514657808712012-03-10T07:52:00.689-07:002012-03-10T07:52:00.689-07:00Most I think don't get what you're talking...Most I think don't get what you're talking about when you speak of "sticking your head up too far" or the grievous risk a person takes when they do. Thanks for "getting" that. ;) me? I just invoke the words of Crazy Horse... "It's a good day...." Live Well and Free my Friend.Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-22054191424430104952012-03-10T07:34:40.258-07:002012-03-10T07:34:40.258-07:00I can relate...100% (howl!!!!)I can relate...100% (howl!!!!)Michael Ultrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10076739957521621810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-23862207936253859162012-03-10T05:42:49.282-07:002012-03-10T05:42:49.282-07:00Although we are not on the road at the moment, we ...Although we are not on the road at the moment, we adore the west, and we always enjoy your posts. <br /><br /> I don't think you're abnormal at all. You're quite sane. And correct.<br /><br />The people who are always screaming about entitlement and redistribution of wealth are often the ones who don't even consider finding a way to help truly needy people individually. Instead, they want the government to take money from others and do the things that individuals should be doing. Since when should the government rob an American of their right to be a charitable neighbor when a need arises? <br /><br />And you are right about the land. <br /><br />I fear that we are entering perilous times, and we need folks to speak the truth. Thank you for doing that.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7205527982714514361.post-9680435759249781392012-03-10T03:54:53.960-07:002012-03-10T03:54:53.960-07:00I understand you, Brian...and it's OK to speak...I understand you, Brian...and it's OK to speak your mind, unless I woke up in North Korea...having been a seeker of freedom and a soldier in the 'Nam. I choose not to be a carpenter's nail falling to the ground of driven in to a permanent trap in the wood. The people will never get together, though. Too many diverse views on society building or escape from said society. You can raise your head only so far...and then the powers that be will step in. Raise it too far, and here comes the smart nukes. Not what our freedom fighting forefathers had in mind, I suspect...the_Wandererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03541607489106807472noreply@blogger.com