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“Southern Knights.” 150 Years of MemoriesA Commentary by J. D. Longstreet*****************150 years ago today, around 3 PM, some 12,000 Confederate soldiers, "stepped off" on a death march into a hailstorm of lead and canister shot poured into their ranks from well dug-in Union positions and artillery batteries on the outskirts of a little Pennsylvania town called Gettysburg. Those doomed Confederate troops would...

VIEW MORE...This look that I wore last week is very appropriate for the upcoming Holiday: stripes, denim overalls and a burst of red is very 4th Of July.What I loved about this look was the easy transition from the city chic to the perfect casual afternoon just changing the shoes with a pair of espadrilles. Next time I should take some photos with the second pair as well.NOTE: I always carry a pair of flats in my bag....

Thought I'd take a quick break from my birthday/4th of July vacation week to share some fun news. My bedroom is featured in CNN's Open House series (along with my friends Emily and Bethany).Now that is a great way to celebrate a birthday!Check it out and see a lot of great spaces.Happy holiday weekend y'all...

James M. Knight and Melissa NelsonThe Iowa Supreme Court decided to reconsider the Nelson v. Knight case and will most likely render a different opinion.By H. Nelson GoodsonJuly 2, 2013Des Moines, Iowa - The Iowa Supreme Court announced it had vacated the prior ruling and will reconsider its opinion in the case of Melissa Nelson v. James M. Knight in which the justices had ruled that Knight had the right to fire Nelson...

From the Desk Of:Les CarpenterRational Nation USALiberty -vs- TyrannyReceived this in the inbox at Rational Nation USA this afternoon. It certainly seems to apply to some executives and almost ALL politicians methinks.A bit crude but entertaining . . . ENJOY!!! *Mathematics:* This comes from 2 math teachers with a combined total of 70 yrs experience. It has an indisputable mathematical logic. It also made me laugh out...

by: Les CarpenterRational Nation USALiberty -vs- TyrannyKirsten Powers is a woman of the left. Yet there has always been something about her that I knew set her apart from the pack. It's called COMMON SENSE Kirsten recently reaffirmed my belief in her ability to reason clearly.THE DAILY BEAST - It’s amazing what is considered heroism these days.A Texas legislator and her pink sneakers have been lionized for an eleventh-hour...

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What IS Truth?A Commentary by J. D. Longstreet****************There seem to be two events based on the Zimmerman trial unfolding simultaneously.  One:  The judicial system's trial of George Zimmerman -- and two: The media's public lynching of George Zimmerman. Unless the prosecution pulls a surprise from the woodwork, I am beginning to wonder how the heck they even got this case before a judge. I am compelled...

Marisabel CabreraPhoto: HNG/HNNUSAA fair Spanish translation pay for bilingual officers, police confronting mental disabled victims, residency requirement removed, lack of proportionate rank and file promotions for Hispanic and Afro-Americans to their communities, since Chief Flynn was hired were some of the issues discussed at a south side meeting with Cabrera, a mayoral appointee to the Fire and Police Commission.By...

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by: Les CarpenterRational Nation USALiberty -vs- TyrannyAmerica is indeed changing. More accepting and tolerant. For certain the nation has a long way to go before bigotry and prejudice is finally eradicated for good. But the movement is encouraging and no amount of religious right influence or  latent racial prejudice will stop the trajectory.Some interesting snippets of the changing times. USA TODAY -... ...

by: Les CarpenterRational Nation USALiberty -vs- TyrannyThis individual has enjoyed his four plus years spent political blogging. It has been my pleasure to encounter some very intelligent individuals from the conservative libertarian side as well as from the liberal progressive side. Of course the downside has been there are are in fact some really dumb individuals on both sides. Individuals that lack the ability as...

Often overlooked the Preambles are critical components of our nations founding writings. This video highlights both the Preamble to the Declaration of Independence and the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States. It also expresses a fundamental concern over the state of our nation and flies our Old Glory in a respectful sign of distress....

VIEW MORE...A long waited beach day finally happened last week and I couldn't enjoy more the endless blue view, fresh fruits and plenty of sun...P.S. I took some sun home with me and possible I go for more these days :) Follow me on Instagram HERE for more #Colorful-Insta-Moments                                       ...