Obama's Breech of Trust on Disabilities, apology a joke!
By, Peter Ripley

During the Presidential campaign on April 11th, 2008 Obama made this statment: "We must build a world free of unnecessary barriers, stereotypes, and discrimination.... policies must be developed, attitudes must be shaped, and buildings and organizations must be designed to ensure that everyone has a chance to get the education they need and live independently as full citizens in their communities." (whitehouse.gov)

My, how things change after an election, during Thursday nights Tonight show Obama during an interview with Jay Leno made the following comment:
Q Now, are they going to put a basketball –- I imagine the bowling alley has been just burned and closed down.
THE PRESIDENT: No, no. I have been practicing all –- (laughter.)
Q Really? Really?
THE PRESIDENT: I bowled a 129. (Laughter and applause.)
Q No, that's very good. Yes. That's very good, Mr. President.
THE PRESIDENT: It's like -- it was like Special Olympics, or something. (Laughter.)
Q No, that's very good.
THE PRESIDENT: No, listen, I'm making progress on the bowling, yes (interview transcript on whitehouse.gov)

Now how is it a President of this nation during his campaign say that we need to breakdown the stereotypes that society puts on the disabled, turn around and make a off handed remark, and apologize for those remarks after he started getting heat for those remarks.
This is a clear breech of trust, and promise broken he made during his campaign.
And being disabled myself I found those remarks offensive and outragous especially coming from the President of these United States. Someone should educate this President that disabled athletes are just as competive as anyother athlete.
These comments put us who are disabled, back 40 years when the disabled are mocked and not taken seriously.
Its bad enough not to be taken seriously, when a President makes these kinds of demeaning statements in a joke.
Granted, the head of the Special Olympics accepted Obama's so called apology, but the head of the Special Olympic's dont speak for all of the disabled community, and he doesnt speak for me. I fine this kind of hypocrisy, is inexcusable the President is suspose to represent all of the people, and not treat those who have no voice, like court jesters. Now we all make mistakes, but we are talking about the President of this country, not some joe blow off the street, and when other see a leader mocking those who cant speak for themselves, others will think its okay to do so too.

Later in the day Obama tried to make amends, by inviting the Special Olympians to the White House sometime to play basketball and bowl. (see story) but, instead of trying to make amends by making token jesters of playing games at the White House, make policy or give tax breaks to businesses so people with disabilities get jobs so they dont have to be on welfare and live month to month on disability.

Yet, that may be asking for to much.

Posted by blacksvirtualplanet at 5:36 PM EDT

Updated: Friday, 20 March 2009 7:38 PM EDT

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Like A BoyScout, always be prepared.

Peter Ripley, Editor

Once a long time ago, yours truly was a boyscout. And like their moto "always be prepared for natural distastors has been , the cry of the day, now I guess you can include the man made ones too. Ever since Katrina, and the terrorist attacts of Sept. 11, 2001, there's been a need to educate the populus the need to be prepared.

However many are forgotten or abandoned during such emergencies. thats why FEMA has put out a series of lessons on how the average citizen can be prepared for such events.

In my State I live in, I sit on the Governor's Committee for Disability Issues and Employment, and one of the subcommittees deals on getting the disabled prepared for disasters, these are one of the groups of people who are forgotten or abandon during these events. But, I guess you could ask this to anyone, are you prepared?

What plan does your state, or community have in regards to disaster? FEMA has a course that the average person can take, its a pdf file, and its about a 149 page document, entitled A citizen guide to disaster assistance

It has a pretest, and final test questions you can download this and read it at your lesuire.

And like a boyscout, you can be always prepared.

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Starting on Sundays Ill will post stories of inspiration along with the normal commetaries and opinions.

The source of these articles from the Truth for the World webpage from The Church of Christ churches. I hope you will fine these stories informative and yes, educational.

first story is as follows:

About forty years ago some countries began allowing abortions to be performed legally. Then in 1973, abortion was legalized in the United States. In 1979, fifty-five million abortions were performed in the world. Millions of abortions are still performed each year worldwide and, according to man's laws, are legal! Herod's killing of a few babies in Bethlehem is insignificant in comparison (Matthew 2:16-18). The Pharaoh who ordered the Hebrew male children slain to hold down the population is made to look like a modern-day ecology hero (Exodus 1:15-22).

Life begins at conception. If life does not begin then, when does it begin? Where is the evidence to show that life begins later? The baby's sex, race, hair color, etc., are decided at conception. From twelve weeks after conception until birth the baby grows until exiting the womb, breathes air, and takes food by mouth.

The Bible teaches to kill an innocent human life on purpose is sin! (Genesis 9:6; Proverbs 6:17). This is what abortion does!

A study of the Greek word brephos and the way it is translated tells us God's thinking about the unborn baby. In Luke 1:41,44, the Bible refers to John the Baptist as "the babe in her womb." In Luke 2:12,16, the word babe refers to Jesus in the manger. This same word is translated "newborn babes" (1 Peter 2:2), "childhood" (2 Timothy 3:15), "infants" (Luke 18:15), and "babies" (Acts 7:19). All of these are from the same Greek word with the same meaning!

God shows His concern for people before they are born (Jeremiah 1:4,5; Psalm 139:13-16). God does not approve the taking of life just because of inconvenience. The right of life and death belongs to God (Job 1:21). We do not have the right to take away life.

The meaning of euthanasia is "good death", or "happy death". It is the taking of a human life by another person to prevent further pain and suffering.

There are two basic types of euthanasia. (1) Voluntary. A patient is dying a slow, painful death. He asks for help to speed up the process. This is assisted suicide. (2) Involuntary. This is to cause the death of one who is not able to ask for help in dying. This would include little babies or those in a coma.

Those who believe in euthanasia say that if a person is not normal or does not have a productive life, he should be killed. But what is normal? Who has the right to say what is a productive life? There are many examples of people are not normal, but are living happy, useful lives. Deformed babies, old people, sick people, and mentally disturbed people are targets of euthanasia. When we take the decision for life or death out of the hands of God, and place it in the hands of imperfect people, many mistakes will be made! (Job 1:21).

The Netherlands have led the way in promoting the practice of euthanasia. Before 1973, euthanasia was illegal in the Netherlands. Since that time, doctors and nurses have been actively involved in killing people who were not ready to die. In 1990, nine percent (9%) of all deaths in the Netherlands were carried out by doctors. Half of these were cases where the patient was killed without his consent.

There are organizations which publish books to teach people how to kill themselves or others. In the United States, Jack Kevorkian has become famous by helping many people kill themselves.

The practice of euthanasia is wrong because it violates the principle that life is given by God. God does not approve of "hands that shed innocent blood" (Proverbs 6:16,17). Life comes from God. It is God's decision to give life and to take it away (Ecclesiastes 12:7; Job 1:21). In the Bible, "shedding innocent blood" is called murder (1 John 3:15; Genesis 9:6).

The death of King Saul is an example of euthanasia (1 Samuel 31:1-6). Saul did not want the Philistines to find him alive. He knew they would torture him. He asked his armorbearer to kill him. When the armorbearer refused, Saul fell on his own sword and died. Saul committed suicide, but he did it in order to avoid suffering. He murdered himself and therefore was guilty of sin (Exodus 20:13).

Not all suffering is bad. Even though we may not always understand why we suffer, some good can come from it. The apostle Paul understood this (2 Corinthians 12:7-10). He had a "thorn in the flesh" which he asked God to remove, but was made to realize it was for his good. Job is also an excellent example of this point (James 5:11).

This whole issue of euthanasia has come about as a result of the cheapening of human life. Abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia are all results of the loss of respect for human life. When people understand and respect the sanctity of human life, they will not vote to end it.

In a Chinese family, the grandfather was no longer able to bring in any income to the family. He had become a liability. So one day his son put him into a wheelbarrow and took him to the top of a mountain to leave him there to die. He took his young son with him. After they had taken grandfather to the mountain and were on their way back down, the young son said to his father: "I am glad you took me with you so I will know where to take you when you are old."

God has given us the right to make choices in this life. Many in the world today no longer believe it makes any difference whether we live or die. God wants us to "choose life" (Deuteronomy 30:19).

In order to solve these problems in our society, we must strengthen the home. God teaches this in both the Old and New Testaments (Deuteronomy 6:6,7; Proverbs 22:6; Psalm 127:3-5; Ephesians 6:1-4). Let's teach the value of human life! Let's oppose the taking of innocent human life!

Posted by blacksvirtualplanet at 4:00 PM EDT

Updated: Sunday, 15 March 2009 4:25 PM EDT

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The followng is ten commendments of proper behavior and conduct on the net. This was posted on one of the form pages on moove.com by ccwhitebear. After answering a post I put on that board about rude people on the net.

NETIQUETTE"
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Be Polite. Never send, or encourage others to send, abusive messages.
Use Appropriate Language. Remember that you are a representative of not only yourself but also your school on a publicly accessible system. You may be alone with your computer, but what you say and do can be viewed globally! Never swear, use vulgarities, or any other inappropriate language. Illegal activities of any kind are strictly forbidden.
Privacy. Remember that revealing your own phone number and address can result in unwanted intrusions of your privacy and should be viewed in the same light as a public listing in a telephone directory. Users shall have no expectation of privacy and understand that the District has the right to monitor and examine all system activities to ensure proper use of the system.
Electronic Mail. Electronic mail (E-Mail) is not guaranteed to be private. Messages relating to or in support of illegal or unethical activities must be reported to the District.
Recommended Practices.
Use accurate and descriptive titles for your articles and subject lines for your e-mail. Tell people what it is about before they read it.
Get the most appropriate audience for your message, not the widest. Avoid posting and bulk mailing of large messages.
Remember that if you post to multiple groups, specify all groups in a single message.
Be brief. Fewer people will bother to read a long message.
Minimize spelling errors and make sure your message is easy to understand and read.
Forgive the spelling and grammatical errors of others.
Remember that humor and satire is very often misinterpreted.
Post only to groups you know.
Cite references for any facts you present.
Keep signatures brief.
Remember that all network users are human beings. Don't "attack" correspondents; persuade them with facts.
September 5, 1996 bes
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*Ten Commandments For Good Manners*

1)Thou Shalt Be Thyself.
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Good Manners begin with a good sense of self. Unless you are true to yourself, you can never be true to others. You are unique. Don't try to shape your personality to meet circumstances. Be natural, and the world will respect you for what you are.

2)Thou Shalt Say "Thank You."
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Thanking others is a way of praising them and is one of the keys to having good manners. Send thank-you notes whenever someone does something nice for you, or telephone to express your gratitude. This simple act will help build lasting relationships. When someone gives you a compliment, the best response is a simple "thank you." And don't forget "Please," "Excuse me," and "You're welcome," which are other marks of good manners.

3)Thou Shalt Give Compliments.
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A fundamental rule of good manners is to give. Think about what you can give to others, and remember that the most precious gifts cost nothing. When you meet someone, you can always think of a genuine compliment to give. A "Hello" or "How are you?" is not enough. You can also give your undivided attention and interest to others. You can be generous with words of praise, warm greetings, sympathy, love, or other good news.

4)Thou Shalt Not be Boastful, Arrogant or Loud.
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Always exercise restraint and good taste. Your voice, your behavior and even your clothing should reflect understated elegance. Only a small person brags about accomplishments; a well-mannered person has no need for self-advertisement. Let your deeds speak for themselves.

5)Thou Shalt Listen Before Speaking.
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Respect for others is a prerequisite of good manners. Listening to others is a way to show respect. There is no worse company than a person that does not listen. Be genuinely interested in others; learn their names, and encourage them to talk about themselves. Never interrupt. Look them in the eye, and listen carefully. The listener learns and thereby gains.

6)Thou Shalt Speak with Kindness and Caution.
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Before speaking to others, consider what effect your words will have. Pause and weigh your words carefully and say them with a quality of softness. A slip of the tongue can inflict needless hurt. Also, remember the language of the body (your posture and your mannerisms) is as important as the language of words.

7)Thou Shalt Not Criticize or Complain.
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A person with good manners is above criticizing others or complaining about circumstances. Negativity is any form is to be avoided. If you hear gossip, don't join in, be indifferent to it. If you disagree with others, do so respectfully. Don't verbally attack or condemn them. You may win the argument, but lose a valued friend.

8)Thou Shalt Be Punctual.
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Appreciate the value of time, yours and others. If you make an appointment, arrive on time. If you must be late, call first.
Never arrive early for a social engagement; your host may still be getting dressed!
Don't overstay your welcome. Lingering good-byes merely cause frustration and can ruin an otherwise good time. A quick, simple exit at the proper time is usually appreciated.

9)Thou Shalt Not Embarrass Others.
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Treat others as you would like to be treated, and think of how you can put them at ease. The feelings of other people can be as fragile as fine crystal. Never demean anyone with rude jokes or an unwelcome nickname. Be considerate. In conversation, never ask embarrassing questions such as how much was paid for a new item or about matters of th heart. It's always good manners to think of others first.

10)Thou Shalt Act and Look Your Best.
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A gracious friend is never ruffled. Be a calming, happy influence in any stressful situation and maintain your composure. See humor whenever possible. Master self-control and have empathy for others. Always act your best with courtesy and politeness.
Each day dress as if it were your only chance to shine. A smile should top your list of accessories. Your home, car and workplace should reflect your best. They should be tidy, neat and well organized.
Table manners are important. Observe rules of proper conduct, such as not speaking with food in your mouth and not eating until the host has been seated. Eat slowly, enjoying each bite. Savor the moments when good friends, good conversation and good manners bring about the best life has to offer.
Copyright 1987 Larry G. Evans

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source--Media Research center cyber alert

NBC's Brian Williams Connects FDR's 'Fireside
Chats' to Obama

     Brian Williams certainly has an affinity for FDR. Four months after suggesting the nation could "use a little FDR right about now," though Rooselvelt's policies failed to end the Depression, on Thursday night he connected the obscure 76th anniversary of Roosevelt's first "fireside chat" in 1933 to President Barack Obama's efforts to fix the economy: "76 years ago today, President Franklin Roosevelt summoned radio news microphones to a desk next to a fireplace in the Oval Room of the White House, and the fireside chat was born. He wanted to talk to the nation about the economy and the banks. And here we are 76 years later, in the midst of another deep and wide economic crisis. For President Obama, it remains job one in this different era."

     Reporter Savannah Guthrie at the White House touted how before a Business Roundtable gathering Obama "really sought to engage them" as he assured the attendees: "I'm a serious free enterpriser and we'll return the markets to free enterprise once this is over." Guthrie highlighted what she saw as a "a really interesting moment today where the Chairman of CitiGroup... asked the President, 'hey, you're confidence builder in chief, can you give us some confidence?' Well the President did that..."

     [This item, by the MRC's Brent Baker, was posted Thursday night on the MRC's blog, NewsBusters.org: newsbusters.org ]

     The December 1 CyberAlert, "Brian Williams: 'Could We Use a Little FDR Right About Now?'" recounted:

Working on the day after Thanksgiving, Brian Williams used Friday's NBC Nightly News to promote a new book from FDR's grandson, providing Williams with an opportunity to propose: "In your estimation, could we use a little FDR right about now?" Though Franklin Delano Roosevelt's policies failed to end the Depression, Williams hailed him as "the man who led this nation out of financial disaster." Conceding "we can no longer talk to him," as if we'd benefit from doing so, Williams trumpeted how "tonight we think we have about the next best thing" in FDR's grandson, Curtis, who "lives in the south of France after a career with the UN."

Williams cued up Roosevelt, "I know you've been asked for comment along these lines lately: In your estimation, could we use a little FDR right about now?" Roosevelt naturally agreed as he recalled "FDR is credited with a fantastic list of legislative achievements," but "to me, his achievement in conveying confidence and hope to the American people was far more important" and so "I hope Obama picks it up" and will "convey to the American public that they have to join him in coping with this recession."

     Full rundown: www.mrc.org

     From the Thursday, March 12 NBC Nightly News:

     BRIAN WILLIAMS: 76 years ago today, President Franklin Roosevelt summoned radio news microphones to a desk next to a fireplace in the Oval Room of the White House, and the fireside chat was born. He wanted to talk to the nation about the economy and the banks. And here we are 76 years later, in the midst of another deep and wide economic crisis. For President Obama, it remains job one in this different era. Late today he had to sell it to a tough audience. Savannah Guthrie with us tonight from the White House. Savannah, good evening.

     SAVANNAH GUTHRIE: Hey, Brian. Well, the President spoke to CEOs at a business roundtable today. He's looking to engage the business community, who let's face it is a little bit skeptical of some of his proposals, particularly on tax increases, his plans to cap carbon emissions. And so he really sought to engage them, doing a q and a, and telling them, "Look, this is an extraordinary crisis that we're going through, it requires serious government intervention." But he wanted to tell them, "I'm a serious free enterpriser and we'll return the markets to free enterprise once this is over." And there was a really interesting moment today where the Chairman of CitiGroup, which has gotten three government bailouts by the way, asked the President, "hey, you're confidence builder in chief, can you give us some confidence?" Well the President did that and then tried to put all of this in perspective.
     BARACK OBAMA: A smidgen of good news and suddenly everything's doing great. A little bit of bad news, oh we're down in the dumps. And I am obviously an object of this constantly varying assessment. I'm the object in chief of this varying assessment.
     GUTHRIE: Well, the President has been making a concerted effort to set a more reassuring tone and get members of his economic team out there talking to Wall Street and the American community. We've seen a lot of Treasury Secretary Geithner this week. And tomorrow, the chief economic adviser here, Lawrence Summers, will give his first public speech since inauguration, Brian.
     WILLIAMS: Savannah Guthrie at the White House for us tonight, Savannah, thanks.

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We need a little guideness at times, and encouragement. That why on the homepage, I have a link to free Bible Courses. In these troubling times we need to know that there is a God who cares about us enough to send his Son to die for our sins.

I thought these courses from the World Bible School, and their very good. I dont force my religion down peoples throats but I do provide an opportunity to any out there who would be interested in hearing God's message through these courses.

Posted by blacksvirtualplanet at 7:14 PM EDT

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Okay those of you who were curious on what I look like in real life here I am.

BUT, that isnt what Im writing about in here today to satisfy curious people, Im writing about people who make assumptions. Whether you are on Moove, or any of the vzones worlds I happen to be on. We are humans behind the avatar you see, with feelings and morals. We come from different back grounds so this message is especially for those who are on moove.com I recent people making assumptions that when they come to "visit" my virtual home that Im there to mess around, I already have a girlfriend I deeply care about and wont betray that relationship. Thats how I was raised to have just one girlfriend at a time.  I know that sounds so out of date, old fashioned, and all of that, but that just how it is with me. I dont like having to explain all of this but since peope seem to not respect this, I have to educate good morals to those who seem to forget themselves while on these virtual worlds.

I have people who are on moove say amen to that, and others voice the same issues with rude people making wrong assumptions.

I hope I dont have to talk about this topic again, but people think because you are on these virtual worlds you leave your normal behaviors at the door.

these virtual worlds are good to escape reality, and behave differently than you would in reallife, dont think that everyone thinks the way YOU do.

So with all that said Ill close with this if you want to make a fool of yourself, do it on your own time not mine.

Posted by blacksvirtualplanet at 4:11 PM EDT

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