Is the Obama Administration Imploding?

The Obama Administration’s incompetence, arrogance, and mistakes are becoming too big to hide. The liberal media’s pretense that all is well is cracking as the public slowly becomes informed rather than misled.

“What difference does it make?” was Hillary’s arrogant attempt to dismiss Senate Foreign Relations Committee concerns on Benghazi and advance an administration cover-up, but her transparent act of being offended has now become offensive to many. Hiding facts surrounding the death of Americans does, indeed, make a difference.

Obama’s re-election was protected by the Benghazi cover-up but Hillary’s presidential bid may now be in jeopardy. Senator Durbin (D-Ill.) can pretend the GOP is conducting a “witch hunt” because of fearing Hillary in 2016, but the real fear is that the entire Democrat Party will face dire consequences – and it should. The rubber-stamping Obama received from Democrats made this all possible.

Revelations of the IRS targeting non-profit groups such as the Tea Party for political purposes are further proof of an administration out of control, but blinders remain. Carl Bernstein declared that he “can’t imagine” President Obama is possibly involved in this IRS infraction, though he had no problem imagining Nixon’s involvement in a minor, bungled break-in, and helping to bring about his resignation because of it.

Much of the public has been kept in the dark and, therefore, also “can’t imagine” the depths of this administration’s errors and political tactics. The facts coming forth now do not rely on one’s imagination and should shock all out of the political stupor that has taken hold, but perhaps that is too optimistic a view.

Hillary for president is being advanced even in the wake of her Benghazi debacle. Joe Klein, on the Chris Matthews show (soon to become the “Hillary-for-President Show”), began the erasure of the 2008 liberal campaign theme that experience doesn’t count by stating that Hillary is “…one of the most experienced candidates we’ve ever had running for president”.

One can hope that Hillary’s “experience” in the Benghazi cover-up will be remembered and will count. Perhaps Obama’s administration will have completely imploded by then – that is, if the media will allow it. There is “Hope” for “Change” in 2016.

David J. Hentosh

San Francisco PAC attacks Fitzpatrick

A super PAC of liberals from San Francisco created by the cell phone company Credo Mobile are opening an office in the area in an attempt to defeat Mike Fitzpatrick in the 2012 election. Credo has designated Fitzpatrick as one of their “Tea Party Ten” who need to be removed from office in order to further their “progressive” agenda.

Following standard progressive tactics, the first thing Credo did was hurl insults at their designated Tea Party Ten, calling them “racist, sexist, anti-science, hypocritical and downright crazy”. This clearly reveals the level of “debate” one can expect from this San Francisco PAC.

Fitzpatrick made Credo’s dubious list because he voted to defund Planned Parenthood, the progressive’s sacred organization. He also dared to vote for Paul Ryan’s “radical” budget plan, something the current administration still hasn’t managed to be able to devise after three years. For good measure, they threw in a couple of other exaggerated allegations such as redefining rape and wanting to destroy Medicare.

Coming from San Francisco, one expects Credo to be out of touch with reality and they have lived up to that expectation. Fitzpatrick was never a big favorite of the Tea Party, so labeling him as a Tea Party candidate is off target and foolish. He was highly criticized by the Tea Party for leaning left in his previous Congressional voting and many Tea Party votes he received were cast reluctantly, just to get rid of Patrick Murphy.

Nevertheless, Credo is setting up shop under false impressions and certain to make noise. They have already begun with the delivery of a giant, cutesy “pink slip” to Mike Fitzpatrick, firing him from his job. That may entertain San Francisco liberals and get media coverage, but it is doubtful it will impress Bucks County voters. Even Patrick Murphy wouldn’t resort to that kind of silliness – so far.

David J. Hentosh

Taking Responsibility for Nothing

“I believe this is, without question, the tea party downgrade” said Democrat Senator John Kerry, issuing the Democrat talking point that is to be echoed by all. David Axelrod, a former senior adviser to President Obama, quickly conformed by also calling it the “tea party downgrade”. You can bet Chris Matthews, not a very original thinker, will be calling it that, too, along with other liberal media parrots.

Barney Frank, senior Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, decided to spread the blame around a little and put it in the military’s lap, saying that defense spending is responsible. His complaint about the U.S. being “the military policemen of the world” certainly rings true, but left unsaid is the fact that almost all “free” countries have diverted military funding to social programs and can no longer defend themselves properly. This is the road the Democrats seem to want the U.S. to take.

Military spending, the Tea Party, Bush tax cuts, Sarah Palin, Corporate jets, fat-cat CEO’s – all are responsible for the downgrade in the Democrats’ eyes, but entitlement discretionary spending, one of the S&P’s reasons for the downgrade, is not. Political bickering and posturing are also reasons, but the politics of re-election are still ruling the roost.

Until the finger quits pointing and blame is no longer the main attraction, there will be no progress. In the meantime, those still lucky enough to have a job will watch their 401K dwindle because of asinine bickering and ideological political nonsense. The world will continue to sneer at the imbecilic manner in which our “leaders” are dealing with this crisis and watch our way-of-life vanish.

Taking responsibility is the first thing that needs to be done. So far, the Democrats have made it known that their main thrust is to blame Republicans and the Tea Party. Republicans are concentrating on defending themselves against those accusations. One can only hope that voters will show more responsibility in upcoming elections.

David J. Hentosh

Failures of Obama Cannot be Ignored

In April, Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner assured us that there is “no risk” of the U.S. losing its top credit rating – it was just political rhetoric and all we had to do was raise the debt ceiling. This is the “leadership” we are getting from the present administration. Geithner failed miserably and he must go – now. So, too, with Obama.

The “change” this administration has brought about has been devastating: We have lost respect around the world; many of our staunchest allies have been insulted or ignored; unemployment has topped 9%; spending and debt is through the roof; partisan bickering (along with racism and class warfare) has increased; medical insurance coverage is in turmoil; and weak diplomacy has allowed Iran to reach the brink of having nuclear weapons.

Now, for the first time in history, the U.S. has had its credit rating lowered because of the incredible debt which has increased astonishingly on Obama’s watch and his reluctance to rein in spending. The only economical solution he offers is to raise taxes. He is in way over his head and the entire country is sinking and treading water with him.

Still, Obama wishes to get re-elected and many in the media continue to carry his water. The NY Times, one of Obama’s most fervent backers, is downplaying the credit downgrade by telling us it carries “few clear financial implications”. In a case of the pot calling the kettle black, Paul Krugman tells us the fault lies with “the madness of the right” and then he says the rating agencies are ignorant anyway and the downgrade means little. The Tea Party, of course, is getting blamed as if it is in charge of the Senate, the House, and the White House.

Meanwhile, the fact remains that Obama is the president and the country is falling apart on his watch. The fact remains that he has not made good on many promises he made during his campaign and has shown the lack of leadership that his inexperience predicted. Nothing is getting better and much is getting worse, therefore, re-election makes no sense. Then, again, it made no sense to elect him in the first place, which validates the old adage that the people deserve the leaders they elect. The American people deserve better.

David J. Hentosh

Left Finally Recognizes Terrorism – But Only in Tea Party

After years of trying to deny the threat from fanatic Islamic terrorists, the non-judgmental left has finally caved in and recognized that terrorism does exist and we are in danger. Unfortunately, they see this terroristic threat coming from the Tea Party and they are marching in lock-step and voicing the same talking point, hoping to scare the public into submission.

The left has denigrated the Tea Party since its inception, fearing the power a group of concerned citizens can wield against their idealistic and unrealistic ideology. They have called the Tea Party everything from stupid to anti-American to crazy. Finding those accusations to have little effect, they now are turning to something the American people understand much better than they do – terrorism.

The NY Times, upset with opposition to irresponsible spending, backed this latest tactic with columnist Nicholas Kristof likening the Tea Party to Al Qaeda and Thomas Friedman calling it a “Hezbollah faction”. Chris Matthews, a parrot of leftist talking points, called the Tea Party “baby-kidnapping terrorists”, attempting to up the ante with hyperbole, but only succeeding in making himself look more ridiculous.

William Yeomans, an American University law professor, writing at Politico, said Tea Party members have become “full-blown terrorists”, as if planes are being hijacked and suicide bombers are on the White House grounds. Speaking of the White House, Vice President Joe Biden (no stranger to asinine remarks) got into the act by saying Republicans had “acted like terrorists” during the debt limit negotiations, putting the administration’s seal of approval onto this latest tactic.

It is ridiculous to equate the Tea Party with terrorism. However, the left (“elites”) continues to believe the American people are dumb enough to be swayed by such exaggerated rhetoric. Perhaps the next election will show the result of treating Americans like fools.

David J. Hentosh

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Bachmann Will Bring Hypocrisy From the Left

We are sure to see hypocrisy from the left now that Michelle Bachmann has announced her candidacy for president. We got a taste of this when Christine O’Donnell became a Republican nominee in Delaware and, of course, we see it all the time with the venom spewed at Sarah Palin. Bachmann, however, will cause this hypocrisy to ramp up to a higher level because she is a conservative woman daring to challenge the One.

Leftist tolerance doesn’t exist for women who won’t march in lock-step with their ideological dogma. The women’s movement made a left turn long ago and organizations such as NOW (National Organization for Women) only speak up for those who toe the line. Most women’s organizations have remained silent concerning attacks on Sarah Palin, so Bachmann cannot expect them to have her back when she gets attacked for being a woman – and she will be.

Just as Jon Stewart got a pass for the racist content of his mockery of Republican candidate Herman Cain, all who attack Bachmann as being a ditzy, dumb, inexperienced woman will get a pass – because she is not a liberal and, therefore, not a “real” woman. Those on the left who voted for inexperienced Obama just to put the first black man in the White House will not want to make history with Bachmann as the first woman president – because she is not a liberal.

Bachmann will not be hailed as a model of success by the women’s movement though she is a legitimate candidate for the top job in the country. Tolerance is a one-way street for the left and Bachmann is going the wrong way. Just as black Tea Party members are called Oreos and Uncle Toms by the left with total hypocritical blindness to the racist content of their remarks, Bachmann will be labeled a traitor to women. It is as inevitable as it is pathetic.

David J. Hentosh

Connect With Other Tea Party Activists

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Call to Action!

From Independence Hall Tea Party Association:

Dear Members and Friends,

As many of you know, the AFL-CIO and SEIU are mobilizing protests in Philadelphia and Trenton during the next two days.

While we think it’s tempting to greet them at Love Park (in Philly) today, we believe it would be smarter to travel to Trenton on Friday and attend an Association sponsored Press Conference being hosted by State Senator Michael Doherty:

A Call for Taxpayer Relief  Press Conference (in support of Gov. Christie’s 2012 Budget)
When:  Friday, February 25, 11-11:45 AM
Where:  Room 103, State House, 125 West State Street–across from Senate Chamber,
Trenton, NJ

Sponsored by:  Independence Hall Tea Party Association in cooperation with several New Jersey Tea Party groups and American Majority.

Confirmed Speakers: State Senator Michael Doherty (R-23); Assemblywoman Alison McHose (R-24); the Honorable Anna Little; Ned Ryun, President, Americans Majority; and 4 Tea Party Leaders representing North, Central, and South Jersey–Jim Lefkowitz, Somerset County Tea Party; Russell Cote, Bayshore Tea Party; Mark Falzon, Jersey Shore Tea Party; and Barbara Davis, Cherry Hill Area Tea Party.

Invited Speaker: Rosa Perez Lionetti, New Jersey Chapter, Smart Girl Politics.

At 12 noon (immediately following the Press Conference), a “Taxpayer United” rally, sponsored by AFP and several New Jersey Tea Party groups, will be held at the State House.

If you decide to attend the rally, please do not engage union members in conversation–some of them will be looking for any excuse to engage in physical confrontation.  Also, bring an umbrella–rain is in the forecast.

Hope to see in Trenton!

On behalf of the Independence Hall Tea Party Executive Board,
Teri Adams

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Driving directions and information on security clearance, disability access, parking, dining, and public transportation can be found below:

Security
All visitors must have photo identification in order to enter the State Capital Complex.

All visitors and users of the State Capital Complex shall comply with all security measures in effect.  If a particular use or activity is deemed to impair security, such use or activity shall immediately be modified or totally discontinued in accordance
with the instructions from the State Police or other entity responsible for security.

Disabilities Access
The State Capital Complex is a barrier-free facility.  If you or members of your group have any special needs, please notify Dawn Temperino of OLS as soon as possible by calling (609) 292-4661.

Parking Parking is available in the State Capital Complex parking garage using the Route 29 entrance.  Proceed to the guard booth and have photo identification ready to present to State Police in order to gain access to the garage.

Parking is provided on a first come, first served basis.

Metered, on-street parking is available along West State Street.  Meters are free on weekends.  Handicap parking is available in the State Capital Complex parking garage and on West State Street in front of the State House.  The West State Street entrances for the State House and State House Annex have exterior wheelchair accessible ramps and automatic doors.

Buses must park in the State Park N’ Ride lot at the intersection of Perry Street and Route

A public bus is available to transport to the State Capital Complex.

There are four paid parking garages within a 5 minute walk of the State House Complex.  Please go to http://www.trentonparking.com for complete details.

Dining Facilities
The State House has a concession stand and cafeteria.  No food or beverages are permitted in the Senate meeting rooms.

DIRECTIONS TO THE NEW JERSEY STATE CAPITAL COMPLEX
125 West State Street in Trenton, New Jersey 08625

Driving From the North: Take Route 1 south to the last New Jersey exit (Capital Complex).  Turn right onto Warren Street and go to the light where you will make a left onto Market Street.  Pass through the next light at William Trent Place and bear right following signs for the Capital Complex.

From the South: Take Route 206 north or 295 north, and follow directions to 195 west to Route 29 north (toward Lambertville).

From the West: Enter Trenton via Delaware River toll bridge (Route 1 north).  Exit at Route 29.  Take Route 29 north (toward Lambertville).  Exit right at Memorial Drive.  Follow signs for the Capital Complex and proceed through the light at the end of
the ramp.  After the light, make a sharp first right and proceed making a semi-circle around the parking area.  Pass through the light into the Capital Complex.

From the East: Take 195 west to Route 29 north (toward Lambertville).  Exit right at Memorial Drive.  Follow signs for the Capital Complex and proceed through the light at the end of the ramp.  After the light, make a sharp first right and proceed making a
semi-circle around the parking area.  Pass through the light into the Capital Complex.

Public Transportation Direct rail service to Trenton is provided by both New Jersey Transit (1-800-582-5946) and Amtrak (1-800-872-7245).   New Jersey Transit also provides bus service to and within the Trenton area.

From the Trenton Train Station

Walking: South Clinton Avenue runs along the left side of the train station. Proceed up the avenue (to your right when facing the road) one block and make a left onto East State Street.  (You will soon pass the Department of Environmental Protection on your left.)  The State House is two blocks up on the left.  The walk takes 10-15 minutes.

Cabs: Cabs are available at the rear of the station.

Buses: Buses stop in front of the train station at the corner of South Clinton Avenue.  Most service West State Street and the State House.

Tea Party Out to Defeat Three Longtime GOP Senators

From the Associated Press:

What does a longtime Republican senator with a national reputation for working well with Democrats do in the face of a potentially career-ending tea party challenge?

If you’re Richard Lugar of Indiana, you tell them to “get real.”

If you’re Olympia Snowe of Maine, you fight off the “Snowe Removal” effort by making key alliances with tea party activists and highlighting your record of fiscal conservatism.

And if you’re Orrin Hatch of Utah, you woo them.

Lugar, Snowe and Hatch are all on notice that their approach to governance may no longer be welcome.

It’s clear the tea party — not even 2 years old — isn’t going away anytime soon after huge success in last fall’s congressional elections. Dozens of its favorite candidates — Republicans who champion limited government and sharply reduced spending — won House and Senate races. Now, the tea party is empowered and turning its attention to vulnerable Republicans up for re-election in 2012. How the three GOP senators handle the tea party threat will go a long way to determining whether the outcome mirrors that of 2010.

Read the rest here.