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15 years ago @ God's Own Party? - Room 219 ~ Congression... · 0 replies · 0 points

Why do these people shun the critical thinking skills their god gave them? I think their god wants them to use their brains to figure out public policy problems.

We are all in a boatload of trouble with these folks as "leaders".

15 years ago @ God's Own Party? - A Walkaway's Account ~... · 0 replies · +1 points

Many thanks to Alex for sharing her story with us. I see some other commenters have jumped in to clarify some of the more obscure references. I highly recommend the http://www.talk2action.org/ website which Leah has listed on her sidebar to anyone interested in learning more in depth about this movement.

I find it so horrifying that we have this whole subculture within us ( do we have any idea of the numbers involved?) that is so contrary to the liberal ideals that founded our country. This kind of coercive and abusive behavior should not be protected. I agree with Leah that we must shine a light on these people and their activities.

One of the most interesting reflections that Alex makes is how much worse her situation would have been if she had grown up a few years later when the homeschooling movement had taken hold amongst these people. That is one of the most worrisome elements of this entire culture - the complete isolation and indoctrination separate from the rest of society.

The right-wingers are ranting day in and day out about Communists and Maoists as well as radical Muslims out to take us over and do us harm, and meanwhile we have this home-grown culture among us that is just as at odds with our free and open modern society.

16 years ago @ God's Own Party? - For Me? Mrs. Palin, Yo... · 0 replies · +1 points

Thanks, Leah! I have been looking forward to your take on the book. I just got through the Oprah interview - yuck. Now I'm leaving all Palin behind to watch Dancing With The Stars. I hope you are doing something enjoyable! I'm going to enjoy a piece of chocolate angel food cake from Whole Foods in your honor - Happy Birthday!!!

16 years ago @ God's Own Party? - A Symbol of Global Imp... · 1 reply · +1 points

Leah - I waited until today to read this when I could give it my full attention. What a wonderful affirmation of Mr. Weinstein's work - and yours!

16 years ago @ God's Own Party? - Imprecatory Prayer IS ... · 0 replies · +1 points

Good going Leah for being involved in this and super duper good going for Mr. Weinstein taking this to court! We must push back against this behavior and call it out for what it is. There is no freedom to incite violence.

That number you shared of the number of evangelicals in the military is beyond frightening - that's really the most frightening thing I have read in a long time.

16 years ago @ God's Own Party? - "DV Not 'R' Problem, i... · 1 reply · +1 points

Discriminating against women who suffered domestic violence is beyond my ability to comprehend, but thank you Leah for your work and vigilance on these issues.

And karmageddon is my new favorite word - thanks nswfm CA!

This is slightly O/T, but not to your blog - your entertainment of the day - and be sure to scroll your cursor around:
http://www.mcnaughtonart.com/artwork/view_zoom/?a...

16 years ago @ God's Own Party? - "Onward Christian Athl... · 1 reply · +1 points

Wow - this does look fascinating, Leah. In a horrifying, train-wreck sort of way. And the more the merrier in exposing all facets of this infiltration of our society. I'm adding this to my TBR list!

16 years ago @ God's Own Party? - Rare Sighting Alert! A... · 1 reply · +1 points

Here's the I Heart Grayson Facebook page - anyone on FB can show him some love!:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/I-Heart-Grayson/157...

And major congrats on that New Yorker quote! Go Leah!

16 years ago @ God's Own Party? - Rare Sighting Alert! A... · 1 reply · +1 points

Yes, he is awesome isn't he, Leah? He has also stood out in some hearings in the financial services committee. He is a freshman congressman, and he is really making a mark. I also find it interesting that he is representing a pretty conservative and long-time Republican district - his seat used to be held by Bill McCollum whom you might remember for being a a prominent hard-right Republican.

16 years ago @ God's Own Party? - Bachman-Style Census P... · 0 replies · +1 points

As someone who enjoys doing genealogical research on my family, I love census forms! And this attack on the census is so horrible. As you say, words have power. And this is so misplaced. I remember the form I received for the 2000 census - it was quite lengthy and elaborate and asked all kinds of things - where was the paranoia then? I see where M. Bachman was out spreading her ignorance and fear again this weekend - these nuts sure do enjoy their festivals: http://tinyurl.com/y8pu6j7 - Can't help but be outraged by the topic How To Recognize Living Under Nazis & Communists - what an outrage to people that actually do/did live under those regimes!

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