Sand Hill Philosopher

Texas Gubernatorial Debate, Round Two

Tonight, Texans watched Governor Rick Perry, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison and Mrs. Debra Medina responded to questions regarding past performance, current conditions in Texas and the problems that the next Governor will face in the future of Texas.

Putting aside the rhetoric (and prejudice, as best as one can), let us try to work through the answers that were given, on a Pro and Con basis.

Nationalism & Revival, T. Roosevelt Quote

The material progress and prosperity of a nation are desirable chiefly so far as they lead to the moral and material welfare of all citizens. Just in proportion as the average man and woman are honest, capable of sound judgment and high ideals, active in public affairs -  but, first of all, sound in their home life, and the father and mother of healthy children whom they bring up well - just so far, and no further, we may count our civilization a success.

State of the Union, Contempt of Congress & Contempt of Supreme Court

Last night, I had the frustration of listening to the State of the Union Address, given by President Barak Hussein Obama.

Addendum on Voting Rules

I should point-out to the reader that a senator may choose to leave their vote with another senator to vote for them in proxy, but this is often not done.  This rule is not applied to the House of Representatives, who must be present for each vote.

A Filibuster-Proof Senate? Probably Not.

Essentially every Conservative in America is still rejoicing about Senator-elect Scott Brown winning the "Kennedy Seat" in the US Senate. The first "hurrah" was taking the Massachusetts' election, the second "hurrah" was the belief that the Republicans now have a Filibuster control of the Senate.

Adventures with The Lone Ranger & Tonto: Tracking Candidates

Tracking Kay Baily Hutchison in Canyon

Welcome, listener. Join us as we hear The Lone Ranger ask, "Why would she go this way?"

"Stop, Kimosabee. She no go straight."

"This Ad Paid for by Kay Bailey Hutchison for Governor"

"This Ad Paid for by Kay Bailey Hutchison for Governor"

Kay Bailey Hutchison (hereafter, addressed at KBH) has created an ad against Texas Governor Rick Perry that is as creative as a George Lucas movie.

Get Our Money Back?

Today, President Barak Hussein Obama announced vociferously that he was going, "to get our money back."

The tone of his voice, the context, and the rest of his verbiage made it sound like someone had been robbed, and

Christmas & the Three Granny Senators' Bad Choice

This is a frightening story of Three Granny Senators, and what happens when they didn't keep their word.

Once upon a time, there were three Grandmothers who wanted to be home on Christmas day. Their names were Granny Kay, Granny Olympia and Granny Susan. But they had a BIG problem!

Texas Governor's Debate: How The Candidates Scored on the Key Points

Regarding the Texas Gubernatorial Debate on Thursday, 14 January 2010, most people who are familiar with debates would put Governor Rick Perry as the clear winner on what Texans have held as fundamental ideas in this election: Economy, Federal Abuse of Texas (States' Rights), Abortion and Taxation.

Apologize for Freedom? What Is That All About?

While our president, Hussein Obama, trots the globe apologizing to and kowtowing to every nation's leader who will meet with him, he claims that we have been "arrogant in the past."  What do we have to be "arrogant" about?

What Do Doctors Think About ObamaCare?

This is a letter I received from the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons.  They have been the "AMA Alternative" and are celebrating their 67th annual meeting this year. I have maintained contact with many physicians since my disability, and find that they are quite worried about the future. They love their jobs and the practice of medicine, but now they face a paperwork nightmare, legal danger from the government, and tremendous loss of income. One 36 year old physician I visited with this week is looking for another career.  The number of physicians enrolled in MBA programs is at a record high, as they prepare to venture into areas that don't involve patient care, government harassment over legal issues, and provide a more reliable income. I think you will find the letter enlightening.

Name Your Czar: Here Are the Top Spots!

Long ago, I lost track of how many Czars BHO had acquired, but here is a partial list. Interesting how many are not qualified

To See Visions of God

I generally don't publish as much "spiritual" material during the week as on weekends, but this was too good to post-pone.