And I mean that. Last weekend, they had a love fest for their Muslim neighbors. Authorities are still investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed the mosque earlier this month.
Meanwhile, the rest of us are on Day 25 of Hillbilly Watch, waiting for someone who knows something about the fire to do the right thing.
Have a great weekend, and see you on Monday.
Jay sends this, a story about an Alabama town electing a dead woman as mayor.
Says Jay: Welcome to Alabama!
Watch how Walmart takes over the country, right here.
I did, but even I’m getting tired of my own snark. I will say Clint Eastwood talking to an empty chair was perhaps the strangest political theater I’ve ever witnessed. (Eastwood/Empty Chair, 2016!)
Instead, I would suggest we all spend some time with the GOP platform. Here are some excerpts:
The institution of marriage is the foundation of civil society. Its success as an institution will determine our success as a nation. It has been proven by both experience and endless social science studies that traditional marriage is best for children. Children raised in intact married families are more likely to attend college, are physically and emotionally healthier, are less likely to use drugs or alcohol, engage in crime, or get pregnant outside of marriage. The success of marriage directly impacts the economic well-being of individuals. Furthermore, the future of marriage affects freedom. The lack of family formation not only leads to more government costs, but also to more government control over the lives of its citizens in all aspects. We recognize and honor the courageous efforts of those who bear the many burdens of parenting alone, even as we believe that marriage, the union of one man and one woman must be upheld as the national standard, a goal to stand for, encourage, and promote through laws governing marriage. We embrace the principle that all Americans should be treated with respect and dignity.
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Through Obamacare, the current Administration has promoted the notion of abortion as healthcare. We, however, affirm the dignity of women by protecting the sanctity of human life. Numerous studies have shown that abortion endangers the health and well-being of women, and we stand firmly against it.
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I should probably say this isn’t safe for work. And that I believe God allows people to use harsh language and flip the bird once they’re past a certain age. Like 52.
And thanks, DickG., for the link.
The Rev. Russell J. Levenson Jr. of Houston recited the following prayer at the Republican National Convention earlier this week:
Almighty God, Father of the whole human family, we thank you and ask your blessing as we gather for this uniquely American moment. We thank Governor Scott and the good people of Florida who have opened their arms of hospitality to welcome those gathering here into their midst.
Lord, you who give life and health and safety, we pray for those already affected by the hurricane and for those in its path. Keep them safe, Lord. Deliver them and provide for their every need and bless those who assist them during this time of trial.
We also remember this day one of our great American heroes, Neil Armstrong, who captured the American spirit. As he reminded us, Americans have always reached for the stars, inspiring all humankind to do what others deemed impossible.
We thank you for guiding our nation’s founders who secured the inalienable rights that you bestow upon us: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We ask you to guide and direct with your wisdom our president, Congress, and the courts.
May America continue to be a light and to all of the nations, enabling those who will lead us to make dreams, hopes, and aspirations of all Americans into realities, and to make the American ideal a certainty — not just for some, but for all.
And finally, by your mercy, may we never forget that the freedoms that we have been won by the blood and the sacrifice of our patriots; always remember that our industry and innovation have been forged with the sweat and toil of American men and women; always believe that houses of worship and places of service are born of the fruit of your inspiration and the desire to honor and serve others; and may we never forget that we are at our best when we know in our hearts that we are not just one nation but one nation under God. In the name of our Lord I pray. Amen.
Considering how hateful political speech can get, I thought this was pretty cool. And thanks, Bro. Jay, for the link.
