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If you are concerned about the direction our nation is heading in, then the following video is a must. We are on the verge of becoming an obsolete nation as international bankers are consolidating power worldwide and nations from the four corners of the world are clamoring for single world banking, political, and religious systems.

Take some time and make appropriate arrangements to watch the feature length, professional documentary/expose.

The Obama Deception

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On the House floor, Representative Brad Sherman (D) from California, declared that the House was threatened behind closed doors to vote for the "Emergency Economic Stabilization" bill or face the consequences of a stock-market implosion and/or physical (not metaphorical) martial law.

Brad Sherman clip

Criminal elements have long been influencing government, but this time they have brazenly intimated to our representatives who is really in charge in the Capitol by the use of coercion.

Don't be so simple minded as to believe that the so-called "bailout" is for YOU. It's NOT! It is a consolidation of power into the hands of those criminal elements through government agencies. Now the Federal Reserve (a private corporation) has a powerful arm in the U.S. Treasury, which has suddenly mutated with unconstitutional authority to do as it wills. Do not believe the misleading statements that there will be oversight, because the committees to "oversee" the Treasury will be appointed/commissioned by the Treasury.

Answer this: If a bank (where you do not have an account) came to you and said, "John/Jane Doe, we will give you unlimited blank checks to write as you chose, without auditing or accountability, and if you overdraft, the depositors will provide the "insurance",and, to assure the depositors, told them that there would be specially formed (by you,John/Jane) departments to ensure fiscal responsibility, what would you do?

Ever since the news of hurricane Ike was announced to pass through the Houston region, gas supplies have become so scarce that cities like Atlanta and Charlotte (and surrounding regions) have seen nearly ALL the service stations empty, rationing, and skyrocketing prices.

As soon as supplies arrive, they are gone within 2 hours. Most gas stations haven't seen gas for over a month or so. People in the SE canvass far and wide to get supplies, which leads to hoarding and capping off tanks. People are not showing up to work because they are either on fumes or empty, or they are having to choose between paying bills or getting fuel.

Tempers are flying, police guard stations, drive-ways are cordoned off to direct flow of traffic, and lines regularly reach miles, causing hours of delays on already congested roads that are 20+ years behind the times. There are rare instances where stations are getting supplies in and servicing within half an hour.

So, when complaining about inflated gas prices (which is a genuine gripe), be glad you can get it when you want/need it and remember that an entire region of the nation is being held captive to little or no supplies and high prices.

What the mainstream isn't telling you about the bailout is explained in the following video. The bottom-line is that foreign nationals and financial entities will be the beneficiaries of your charitable government by borrowing or printing money without your consent and in your names. Future U.S. generations will be tagged with this indebtedness, and the only collateral they will have is their labor, if not their lives.

Think about it.

Watch the "Bailout" video.

From CNN Commentary.

By Ron Paul
Special to CNN

Editor's note: Ron Paul is a Republican congressman from Texas who ran for his party's nomination for president this year. He is a doctor who specializes in obstetrics/gynecology and says he has delivered more than 4,000 babies. He served in Congress in the late 1970s and early 1980s and was elected again to Congress in 1996. Rep. Paul serves on the House Financial Services Committee.

Rep. Ron Paul says the government's solution to the crisis is the same as the cause of it -- too much government.

(CNN) -- Many Americans today are asking themselves how the economy got to be in such a bad spot.

For years they thought the economy was booming, growth was up, job numbers and productivity were increasing. Yet now we find ourselves in what is shaping up to be one of the most severe economic downturns since the Great Depression.

Unfortunately, the government's preferred solution to the crisis is the very thing that got us into this mess in the first place: government intervention.

Ever since the 1930s, the federal government has involved itself deeply in housing policy and developed numerous programs to encourage homebuilding and homeownership.

Government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were able to obtain a monopoly position in the mortgage market, especially the mortgage-backed securities market, because of the advantages bestowed upon them by the federal government.

Laws passed by Congress such as the Community Reinvestment Act required banks to make loans to previously underserved segments of their communities, thus forcing banks to lend to people who normally would be rejected as bad credit risks.

These governmental measures, combined with the Federal Reserve's loose monetary policy, led to an unsustainable housing boom. The key measure by which the Fed caused this boom was through the manipulation of interest rates, and the open market operations that accompany this lowering.

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When interest rates are lowered to below what the market rate would normally be, as the Federal Reserve has done numerous times throughout this decade, it becomes much cheaper to borrow money. Longer-term and more capital-intensive projects, projects that would be unprofitable at a high interest rate, suddenly become profitable.

Because the boom comes about from an increase in the supply of money and not from demand from consumers, the result is malinvestment, a misallocation of resources into sectors in which there is insufficient demand.

In this case, this manifested itself in overbuilding in real estate. When builders realize they have overbuilt and have too many houses to sell, too many apartments to rent, or too much commercial real estate to lease, they seek to recoup as much of their money as possible, even if it means lowering prices drastically.

This lowering of prices brings the economy back into balance, equalizing supply and demand. This economic adjustment means, however that there are some winners -- in this case, those who can again find affordable housing without the need for creative mortgage products, and some losers -- builders and other sectors connected to real estate that suffer setbacks.

The government doesn't like this, however, and undertakes measures to keep prices artificially inflated. This was why the Great Depression was as long and drawn out in this country as it was.

I am afraid that policymakers today have not learned the lesson that prices must adjust to economic reality. The bailout of Fannie and Freddie, the purchase of AIG, and the latest multi-hundred billion dollar Treasury scheme all have one thing in common: They seek to prevent the liquidation of bad debt and worthless assets at market prices, and instead try to prop up those markets and keep those assets trading at prices far in excess of what any buyer would be willing to pay.

Additionally, the government's actions encourage moral hazard of the worst sort. Now that the precedent has been set, the likelihood of financial institutions to engage in riskier investment schemes is increased, because they now know that an investment position so overextended as to threaten the stability of the financial system will result in a government bailout and purchase of worthless, illiquid assets.

Using trillions of dollars of taxpayer money to purchase illusory short-term security, the government is actually ensuring even greater instability in the financial system in the long term.

The solution to the problem is to end government meddling in the market. Government intervention leads to distortions in the market, and government reacts to each distortion by enacting new laws and regulations, which create their own distortions, and so on ad infinitum.

It is time this process is put to an end. But the government cannot just sit back idly and let the bust occur. It must actively roll back stifling laws and regulations that allowed the boom to form in the first place.

The government must divorce itself of the albatross of Fannie and Freddie, balance and drastically decrease the size of the federal budget, and reduce onerous regulations on banks and credit unions that lead to structural rigidity in the financial sector.

Until the big-government apologists realize the error of their ways, and until vocal free-market advocates act in a manner which buttresses their rhetoric, I am afraid we are headed for a rough ride.

The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of the writer.

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All About U.S. Federal Reserve • Real Estate • Fannie Mae • Freddie Mac Holdings

Are the Dallas Cowboys or the Green Bay Packers America's team? Well, according to Google Trends, the title belongs to the Cowboys. The Packers are the runners up.

The chart shows that the Dallas Cowboys are searched consistently higher than the Green Bay Packers, while the media tends to be more balanced in its coverage. Interestingly, the Cowboys rank significantly higher around the world except for India and New Zealand.

http://google.com/trends?q=packers%2C+cowboys

All the world's a stage,
And all the men and women merely players;
They have their exits and their entrances,
And one man in his time plays many parts,
His acts being seven ages.

Shakespeare

In the light of current events worldwide and recent socio-political developments in the United States, it is evident that many people remain blissfully ignorant, whether willfully or naturally, while others are awakening to the specter of reality and are either at a loss as to how to respond to the challenges that face them or are doing what they can to stem the tide that will eventually overwhelm the majority when it becomes too late to act.

As with all staged productions, world events are manipulated to produce a desired effect among the masses, who are not merely spectators, but participants. This does not happen overnight, but rather is cleverly crafted over time with occasionally unforseen or uncontrollable glitches and errors that are adapted to or corrected with measured response by the "directors" of the program.

What better example of this than the race for the White House?

On the one hand is the McCain campaign for the Republicans. Until most recently, the majority of Republican voters rejected the senator from Arizona as evidenced by the divided primaries and caucuses, which were manhandled to favor particular candidates over others. Even conservative (so-called) talking heads were disgusted with the prospect of a McCain candidacy because of his left-leaning tendancies and willingness to sacrifice principle over political expediency. Once it became certain that Mr. McCain would become the presumptive nominee, again the majority vowed to either vote for someone else or sit out the elections entirely. Then came the masterstroke of the McCain puppeteers by appointing the apparently socially, economically conservative Sarah Palin from Alaska. Suddenly the accolades would not cease as the sycophants fawned over the neo-con Vice President select ad nauseam McCain supporters scurried out from the woodwork by the droves within moments of the announcement. Forget the fact that he is the same guy with the same policies and political philosophies that turned so many off before the beautiful window dressing was added . . .

On the other hand is the lovefest, otherwise known as the Obama campaign for "change". Young, good looking, energetic, charismatic, and articulate (with a teleprompter or scripted), the majority of Democrats resoundedly (and wisely) rejected another Clinton dynasty, which would have been diabolically disasterous. Since at least the year 2000, Hillary Clinton was intended to be coronated as queen of North America for her faithfulness during her husband's playboy presidency. Yet the enlisted broke ranks for the hope of having the first black CIC, thereby rescinding William J's claim to the title. Other than that, what does "change" really mean? Up until now, the campaign has never fully defined what changes would occur and how it would be better for the American people. It would be a plus to not have a Bush or Clinton on or near the throne in the course of 30 years, but the "change", I dread, will not be what the charming snake oil salesmen are pitching through their young apprentice. In fact, the snake oil is really venom.

These were only examples; topical really. There is far worse in store for us. The truth is we are provided only two choices: Tweedle Dee or Tweedle Dumb, or the lesser of two evils. It isn't the fact that there are only two choices, but rather that someone else is determining for us who we should choose between which is most disconcerting. That over decades the American people were led to believe in a democratic process that doesn't really exist is the startling dilemma. Whether it is fraudulent primaries/caucuses or manipulated voting machines (i.e. Diebold, et al.), or electoral and judicial systems that skew voters' perceptions or results, the bottom line is that we are in the midst of a "smoke and mirrors" show and all of us would be wiser to wake up to that.

The Roman poet Juvenal wrote the following:

Already long ago, from when we sold our vote to no man, the People have abdicated our duties; for the People who once upon a time handed out military command, high civil office, legions — everything, now restrains itself and anxiously hopes for just two things: bread and circuses

When all we care about is food and entertainment and fail to properly exercise our civic responsibilities, we implicitly grant to others the power to become our masters as we gradually recede into serfdom, forfeiting the very liberties we had the right to retain.

Life imitates art or art imitates life? Place your VOTE here!

A powerful message from Thomas Paine to modern Americans!

Watch: Thomas Paine

Though eventually rejected, on the table was the proposition to sacrifice a few Navy Seals disguised as Iranians.

Read this article and watch the video.

New Yorker article.

Just six months before September 11, 2001, Fox aired a pilot episode to the X-Files spin-off, "The Lone Gunmen". Obviously, the following was just an eerie coincidence.

McCain Exposed

"Texas Strait Talk: A weekly column" By Congressman Ron Paul
How Foreign Policy Affects Gas Prices

We've heard how the value of the dollar affects gas prices – and indeed the price of everything.  I was pleased that my request for a hearing on such was granted by the Financial Services committee and we were able to hear some very informative testimony.  Certainly domestic policies, regarding off-shore oil drilling bans, ethanol mandates, refining capacity, and CAFE standards are interventionist and harmful enough in the energy market.

 

But how does foreign policy affect gas prices?  One important factor is that oil on the world market has been priced in dollars exclusively since 1973.  Only two leaders have gone against this arrangement - Saddam Hussein in 2000 and more recently Mahmoud Ahmadinejad with the recently opened Iranian Oil Bourse which trades in non-dollar currencies.  But since oil is otherwise exclusively traded in dollars, this means that oil producers have vast amounts of assets held in dollars.  Especially since the War on Terror and the PATRIOT Act, many oil-producing nations and banks are concerned the US government may freeze assets based on flimsy pretexts.  This fear contributes to dollar weakness, and therefore also high oil prices.

 

Recently I and other members of Congress spoke out against H Con Res 362 and exposed this seemingly innocuous bill for what it really is – a call for a blockade and a build up to war with Iran.  Thankfully it has not come to the floor for a vote as I had fully expected it would.  But to even propose legislation like this, and get an alarming 261 cosponsors, makes the oil markets jittery and encourages more capital flight from the dollar.  We only isolate ourselves on the world stage with actions and attitudes like this.  After all, how can it be wise for the rest of the world to bank on America, when we tend to freeze assets and blockade entire countries for no good reason?

 

Another major factor is our intervention in international military conflicts.  These conflicts are often much more complicated, and have more to do with oil than our own leaders are willing to acknowledge.  Too often the side we support points our weapons right back at us down the road.  The best policy is always free trade with all and entangling alliances with none, but instead we isolate ourselves by picking sides and making enemies out of our friends or potential friends.  In the recent conflict with Russia and Georgia, it appears that once again the administration is going to pick sides and send taxpayer money, when we are in a deep recession here at home.  There is no good reason for us to put a dog in every fight around the world.

 

The contributing factors in the price of oil are complicated and legion.  The fact is, it is an immensely valuable resource, and, as our demand for this resource is great, our relationships with world leaders who control it should be handled with reason and intelligence.  However, our interventionist mindset when it comes to foreign policy never ceases to get us into sticky situations, for which we pay a premium at the gas pump.

http://www.happynews.com/news/862008/walk-freedom-trave
rses-wisconsin.htm

Sam Lowry
Updated: 8/7/2008

Effort Promotes Constitutional Government

On August 11, 2008, a group of "latter day Paul Reveres" will step forward and take a "Message of Freedom" directly to the people of Wisconsin and Minnesota. Displaying undaunted commitment to the restoration of Constitutional government in America, these self-described "patriots of the 2nd American Revolution" will traverse 280 miles in 21 days to arrive in Minneapolis for Congressman Ron Paul's "Rally for the Republic" on September 2nd.

The group feels that the fundamental principles of the Constitution are no longer being followed in America today. "We have lost our way. We have a government of men, not a government of law. We're talking about the restoration of Constitutional government and the rule of law", says John Zwengel, one of the group's organizers and a computer graphics artist from rural Illinois.

Educate and Organize
The organizers are quick to point out that The Great American Walk for Freedom is not a protest or a demonstration. "This is a campaign of outreach, education and organization", says Los Angeles resident Steven Vincent. "In each town we pass through, with every American we meet, at every farmhouse and every crossroads, we will educate the people about the condition of the country and the solution to its troubles: the principles of Liberty and the Constitution. "

A fleet of rented RV's will serve as mobile dormitories, mess halls, bathrooms and supply vehicles. The RV's will be decorated to advertise our message as they travel and will serve as housing in Minneapolis as well.

Taking the "Case for Freedom" to the People
The group plans on distributing thousands of copies of the U.S. Constitution and "USA Tomorrow" newspapers and will hold Town Hall Meetings in some 24 locations along the route. "We will cut a swath across two States and leave a trail of Freedom in our path" says Michael Maresco, who hails from Hawaii. "Samuel Adams spoke of "setting brushfires of Liberty in the minds of men. That's what we aim to do."

At these meetings the group will give a presentation entitled: "The Case for Freedom: The Constitution is the Way Forward for America". Jim Azzola, an online bookseller from New Hampshire said, "We will also encourage dialogue about the Constitutional issues raised by the presentation. We intend to spark thought and discussion giving voice to the People on the most pressing matters facing the nation today."

Vincent feels that "Americans are ready to hear the message of Freedom" and notes that "the response from the people of Wisconsin has been tremendous. We have Town Hall Meetings scheduled at High Schools, Public Libraries, American Legion Posts and Churches. The responsive participation we are receiving is exemplified by the leader of a Boy Scouts troop who, upon learning of the upcoming meeting, offered to distribute flyers to all the parents and scouts at their next gathering. He also volunteered to place the flyer on public bulletin boards around town and place an ad in the town newspaper."

The organizers say that several returning Iraq War veterans will be joining their Walk for Freedom and that Wisconsin veterans organizations have been among the most interested in hearing their message. Harry, an 81 year old WWII and Korean War veteran from rural Illinois, contacting VFW and American Legion Posts about the Great American Walk for Freedom. Harry feels that something has gone wrong with the country and feels compelled to act. "I can't believe what this country is becoming. It's sure not what I went to fight for".

We The People
The organizers emphasize that it is a non-partisan effort. The Freedom Walkers are an odd assortment of Republicans, Democrats, Libertarians, Independents and others whose basic agreement is that the Founding Fathers gave America a governing rule book to follow and that it is no longer being followed. "I always say, if you don't have rules, then you're going have rulers." says Steven Vincent. "Someone is going to decide. If it's not the unbiased law, then it's going to be men with a self interested agenda".

The Great American Walk for Freedom will have a big "Kick Off" from Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Monday, August 11th at the Packers home opening game. Their first stop from there will be Pulaski, Wisconsin.

To find the complete schedule of stops and Town Hall meetings, visit www.Walk4Freedom.com. To participate in the Walk for Freedom, set up a Town Hall Meeting, make a donation or otherwise support this effort, contact: freedommessage @ sbcglobal.net or leave a message at 414-256-1307.

For those who are concerned for the future of our nation, but don't understand what is happening and why, read, watch, and listen to what Representative Ron Paul has to say. Mr. Paul is a muted voice in the House of Representatives, and his political adversaries and mainstream media have effectively done their best to silence and/or belittle his message that he's been proclaiming for 30+ years. There is so much more to this man than what has been (mis)represented to the general public. That is why I strongly suggest that you pay attention to him. If your only source of information comes from the mainstream media, then you are severely short-changing yourself and your children.

Mr. Paul provides regular updates on what is transpiring in the halls of Congress, things that are not being adequately covered (if at all) by the media.

Ron Paul Updates