Urge Paul Ryan to reduce costs of immigration‏

A very interesting post from www.NumbersUSA.com about Paul Ryan's immigration stance. This follows this post about an action item against Barack Obama's Executive Order Amnesty. This follows this post about how to Report Illegal Immigrants! For more that you can do to get involved click HERE and HERE and you can read a very interesting book HERE.

Urge Paul Ryan to reduce costs of immigration‏


Republicans need to set VP-pick Ryan straight about how mass immigration incompatible with smaller government & deficits


After I sent out my analysis of Rep. Paul Ryan's troubling immigration record, many people asked for a chance to "DO SOMETHING."



Here's the opportunity.

click https://www.numbersusa.com/faxes?ID=14141





I'm sending this only to those of you who say you identify with the Republican Party. Click on the link or button in the box and we'll deliver your message for free to one of Rep. Ryan's offices.



Encourage the V-P Candidate

Urge Rep. Ryan to reduce government spending by reducing immigration



Your free fax to one of Rep. Ryan's offices will help him and his staff understand how much voters want him to see immigration policies as part of the problem of government spending and the national debt.



Mitt Romney's pick for a running mate has done very little while in Congress to tackle immigration policies that add huge new demands on government services and on taxpayers while increasing the national debt.



Fax Rep. Ryan



or click https://www.numbersusa.com/faxes?ID=14141




About half of Rep. Ryan's immigration actions have been good and half have been bad. As I noted in my analysis, his bad actions seem contradictory to his overall reputation for wanting to reduce government spending and deficits. He really doesn't seem to understand the tremendous costs that both legal and illegal immigration place on taxpayers and our government's financial health.



You will note that the text options we have prepared for you are not critical of Rep. Ryan and don't dwell on his mistakes of the past. Rather, the texts seek to educate and affirm him.



If you want to send something tougher, you are always free to modify, add or completely replace our text with your own. (Don't forget that there is a link with each text that allows you to click for different text options.)





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How Bad is Obamaconomy? Parents Cut Back on Diapers

A very interesting post from http://www.debbieschlussel.com/ about the current state of the economy. This follows this post about the Taxes in the Jobs Bill. This follows this post about Occupy Wall Street.  This follows this previous article about it to encourage American energy independence. This is a key issue to prevent money from going to hostile countries such as Iran  and Venezuela. For more that you can do to get involved click HERE and you can read a very interesting book  HERE!

How Bad is Obamaconomy? Parents Cut Back on Diapers


By Debbie Schlussel



If I were the GOP messaging chief, I would seize this story and regurgitate it in every single campaign commercial–for the Presidency and every single campaign at every level:  times are so bad under Barack Obama that parents cannot even afford diapers for their babies. And, while diaper sales are down significantly, the incidence of diaper rash and sales of diaper rash ointment are up. I would do a 30 second ad with three lines:











Barack Obama: S–t Happens . . . But Not Enough Money for Diapers



Times are so bad under Barack Obama that American parents can’t even afford diapers. Another four years of Obama? A lot more s–t and no place to put it.



Or:



Times are so bad under Barack Obama that American parents can’t even afford diapers. Barack Obama . . . can we really afford another four years of the rash?



Or an ad with a baby crying:



Barack Obama = Change. . . CHANGE My Diaper!



More:



The tight U.S. economy has turned even essential goods into luxuries. Now consumer-goods companies are seeing something they thought would never come to pass: Parents are buying fewer diapers. . . .





As the economy continues to sputter, recent data show diaper sales are slowing and sales of diaper-rash ointment are rising.



The volume of diapers sold in the U.S. slipped 1% in the four weeks ended Sept. 4 from a year earlier, extending a string of similar or steeper declines stretching back to August 2010, according to Consumer Edge Research, whose retail-sales tracking doesn’t include Costco Wholesale Corp. or Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Dollar sales fell nearly 3%, indicating parents are both cutting back and trading down to cheaper private labels.



Dollar sales of diapers in the four weeks fell 4% at Huggies maker Kimberly-Clark Corp. Procter & Gamble, maker of Pampers and Luvs, saw dollar sales drop 2.5%. Even generics were down, with sales of private-label diapers slipping 0.5%.



The U.S. birth rate has declined since 2007, and it isn’t clear how much of the drop in diaper buying is due to penny pinching and how much results from fewer kids. Changing technology—more absorbent diapers, for example—also make comparisons difficult. . . .



Still, Consumer Edge Research analyst Javier Escalante sees economic pressure behind the data. “This has never happened in this country before—this is a very rare circumstance,” says Mr. Escalante, adding that the fact that people are having fewer babies is itself a strong indicator that the economy is influencing parental behavior. “That’s a huge decision.”



Meantime, sales of diaper-rash ointment have increased 8% over the past year, according to market-research firm SymphonyIRI. Analysts and pediatricians say the higher sales likely reflect either less frequent changes or a shift to lower quality diapers.



Most pediatric clinics don’t keep statistics on benign conditions like diaper rash, but doctors in poorer areas say they see the long-stumbling economy starting to take a clear toll on children’s health.



Anjali Rao, a pediatrician at Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group in Chicago, says she has seen a 5% to 10% spike in diaper-rash cases this year. Daniel Taylor, a pediatrician at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, says he and his colleagues have heard from a growing number of parents that they must choose between buying diapers and paying for food and heat.



“We’re definitely seeing major effects of the economy: Diapers are very expensive, and the longer you sit in a dirty diaper, the more likely the chances of an infection,” Dr. Taylor says.



Diapering a child six times a day costs about $1,500 a year, according to diaper makers, so it isn’t hard to see how it could become a burden on families dealing with chronic unemployment or struggling to cover rising costs. . . .



P&G says its research shows parents are also potty training children earlier to save cash as economic uncertainty deepens.



When parents in a Western industrial nation cannot afford diapers for their kids, it’s a pretty good sign that we are slipping quickly from First World status. It’s unsanitary and a health basic to have adequate diapers for your kids.



I always knew that Barack Obama would turn America into a sh-tty nation.

Are You Worried About the Economy?

An interesting article from www.ucg.org about the economy. This follows this post analyzing horoscopes. For a free magazine subscription or to get this book for free click HERE! or call 1-888-886-8632.

Are You Worried About the Economy?


A commentary by Michael Snyder




Personal and national fears, anxiety and anger skyrocketed over the past few weeks as American politicians fell to verbal blows.





The National Debt Clock in New York City as seen on August 8, 2011. This digital billboard displays the increasing US debt.

Source: Jesse KuczynskiWhat's the source of this conflict? Whether to extend U.S. debt limits, cut spending and raise taxes. A Congressional compromise was barely reached in time, but many still fear that we're slipping back into global recession. The numbers of joblessness and debt are so large that they disorient our senses. How does this make you feel? Is the tottering economy keeping you up at night? Millions are having their share of sleepless times, but you don't need to join them.



Experts agree that the past decade of mind-numbing bust and boom, greed and fiscal gluttony has left consumers and investors alike with all-time record low levels of trust. Until trust levels rise and confidence begins to return, the threat of a double-dip recession remains. Given this, what are we supposed to do? Perhaps surprisingly, we all have our roles—even you right now can play a surprisingly positive part.



What can you do? Turn to God

For thousands of years, the answer to this question has lain before us. Even though the numbers are all-but-unimaginable, large-scale crisis of political and financial origin are scarcely new. Humans from every walk of life have faced deep crises before, and they will face them again.



Any crisis or challenge—even ones as global as we see today—generally includes some element of consequence. Many challenges or crises are largely self-inflicted. Clearly much of the global crisis that engulfed the planet over the past few years was the direct result of unchecked greed. Too many people tried to get rich at the expense of others, and the system failed.



The Bible, which chronicles human behavior according to the standards of a living God, shows time and time again that God allows trials to befall us to get our attention. If viewed properly, trials teach us wisdom and fashion within us precious godly character. They teach us to seek God, depend on Him for strength and answers, change to match His ways, and to be grateful for the many blessings that we receive. When we do this, we don't have to worry about the economy, whether local or global.



The apostle Paul—a man of God who had his own share of trials and challenges—urges us to turn our lives completely over to God, to offer ourselves totally and humbly as "living sacrifices" (Romans:12:1I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service., New International Version). In doing so, we can find out what God's divine will is for this planet and for ourselves (verse 2).



And once we find out what God's will is for us, if we change and align ourselves with that powerful and loving will, we have nothing to fear. The Bible teaches and experience confirms that people who are yielded fully to God's will and have set themselves in motion to do it—these people experience a level of emotional and mental serenity that defies description. This active and living commitment produces a literal peace that passes understanding (Philippians 4:7).



Trust in God is the antidote for worry

For those worried about the economy, worried about their jobs or worried about what they may wear or eat, Jesus offered specific advice. As He told his followers—which includes us today—"Do not worry about your life" (Luke:12:22And he said unto his disciples, Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on.). He magnified this by reminding us of our limited power: "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?" (verses 25-26, emphasis added). Adding an hour of our individual lives is a big thing for humans. In fact, it's impossible! But for an all-powerful God, it's a "very little thing."



The point? If we're aligned with God's will and seeking to do it, God will take care of us. Concerning the physical things of this life, Jesus tells us that God the Father "knows that you need them" (verse 30). If our priorities are straight, then we have nothing to fear. As Jesus concluded in this passage: "But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well" (verse 31).



Are you still worried about the economy? Lots of people are. But if we are seeking the means to be of service, of learning of and then furthering God's will, we have unbreakable spiritual promises to rely on. You don't have to worry about the economy. As Paul instructs us today, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God" (Philippians 4:6, NIV).



If we do this properly, even in the midst of global financial uncertainty and turmoil, we have this mighty promise: "My God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:19). So stop worrying and start yielding to a God who loves you and cares for you!



Want to know more about how to seek and learn what God's will is for you? Request or download the free booklets, What is Your Destiny? and Transforming Your Life: The Process of Conversion. Both are free to you without obligation, and the return on your investment of time will surprise you.

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Are You Worried About the Economy?

An interesting article from www.ucg.org about the economy. This follows this post about an individual's response to crisis. For a free magazine subscription or to get this book for free click HERE! or call 1-888-886-8632.

Are You Worried About the Economy?

A commentary by Michael Snyder




Personal and national fears, anxiety and anger skyrocketed over the past few weeks as American politicians fell to verbal blows.





The National Debt Clock in New York City as seen on August 8, 2011. This digital billboard displays the increasing US debt.

Source: Jesse KuczynskiWhat's the source of this conflict? Whether to extend U.S. debt limits, cut spending and raise taxes. A Congressional compromise was barely reached in time, but many still fear that we're slipping back into global recession. The numbers of joblessness and debt are so large that they disorient our senses. How does this make you feel? Is the tottering economy keeping you up at night? Millions are having their share of sleepless times, but you don't need to join them.



Experts agree that the past decade of mind-numbing bust and boom, greed and fiscal gluttony has left consumers and investors alike with all-time record low levels of trust. Until trust levels rise and confidence begins to return, the threat of a double-dip recession remains. Given this, what are we supposed to do? Perhaps surprisingly, we all have our roles—even you right now can play a surprisingly positive part.



What can you do? Turn to God

For thousands of years, the answer to this question has lain before us. Even though the numbers are all-but-unimaginable, large-scale crisis of political and financial origin are scarcely new. Humans from every walk of life have faced deep crises before, and they will face them again.



Any crisis or challenge—even ones as global as we see today—generally includes some element of consequence. Many challenges or crises are largely self-inflicted. Clearly much of the global crisis that engulfed the planet over the past few years was the direct result of unchecked greed. Too many people tried to get rich at the expense of others, and the system failed.



The Bible, which chronicles human behavior according to the standards of a living God, shows time and time again that God allows trials to befall us to get our attention. If viewed properly, trials teach us wisdom and fashion within us precious godly character. They teach us to seek God, depend on Him for strength and answers, change to match His ways, and to be grateful for the many blessings that we receive. When we do this, we don't have to worry about the economy, whether local or global.



The apostle Paul—a man of God who had his own share of trials and challenges—urges us to turn our lives completely over to God, to offer ourselves totally and humbly as "living sacrifices" (Romans:12:1I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service., New International Version). In doing so, we can find out what God's divine will is for this planet and for ourselves (verse 2).



And once we find out what God's will is for us, if we change and align ourselves with that powerful and loving will, we have nothing to fear. The Bible teaches and experience confirms that people who are yielded fully to God's will and have set themselves in motion to do it—these people experience a level of emotional and mental serenity that defies description. This active and living commitment produces a literal peace that passes understanding (Philippians 4:7).



Trust in God is the antidote for worry

For those worried about the economy, worried about their jobs or worried about what they may wear or eat, Jesus offered specific advice. As He told his followers—which includes us today—"Do not worry about your life" (Luke:12:22And he said unto his disciples, Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on.). He magnified this by reminding us of our limited power: "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?" (verses 25-26, emphasis added). Adding an hour of our individual lives is a big thing for humans. In fact, it's impossible! But for an all-powerful God, it's a "very little thing."



The point? If we're aligned with God's will and seeking to do it, God will take care of us. Concerning the physical things of this life, Jesus tells us that God the Father "knows that you need them" (verse 30). If our priorities are straight, then we have nothing to fear. As Jesus concluded in this passage: "But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well" (verse 31).



Are you still worried about the economy? Lots of people are. But if we are seeking the means to be of service, of learning of and then furthering God's will, we have unbreakable spiritual promises to rely on. You don't have to worry about the economy. As Paul instructs us today, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God" (Philippians 4:6, NIV).



If we do this properly, even in the midst of global financial uncertainty and turmoil, we have this mighty promise: "My God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:19). So stop worrying and start yielding to a God who loves you and cares for you!



Want to know more about how to seek and learn what God's will is for you? Request or download the free booklets, What is Your Destiny? and Transforming Your Life: The Process of Conversion. Both are free to you without obligation, and the return on your investment of time will surprise you.

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