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- Written by: Maria L. Weiss
His bones are not in a box.
Jesus rose from the dead.
He died on the cross and anyone who believes in him shall have eternal life.
Jesus did not have romantic relations with Mary Magdalene or anyone else. He is The Son Of God.
The truth about Jesus and his life on Earth is found in the bible not in a faux documentary on TV.
Maria L Weiss
Somerset, Mass.
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- Written by: David Walters
I want to share some thoughts with you and hopefully you can get them to all our friends up there. Michael and in fact our entire family has looked at the Web site. I must say some of it is hard to read.
Our time we spent with you in Lake County was fantastic. But I want to clear up some misconceptions that I read in the feedback section of the Web site. I know this won't be news to you but I have to say it.
Most people were not there when Michael visited the school. But some people have lots of comments on something they did not witness. So I hope I can clear it up for them.
What happened was a fine young American, who has to be away from his family for 450 days, had 15 days of R&R. He chose to spend two of those precious days with you in Lake County. What he did was come and visit with a class of third grade students to thank them for their cards, letters, packages and prayers of support. He wanted to tell them about staying in school and how much all people overseas appreciate the love and support they feel though the letters, etc. they receive.
That's all. Simple, huh?
Some people must learn to separate the war from the fine young Americans who answer the call to duty. We all have opinions on the war, the right place to express your opinions is the voting box, with your Congressmen, Congresswomen, your Senators, etc. Whatever your beliefs, we should support our men and women in uniform. They deserve that, don't they?
Michael looks back fondly about the time there, and the children. He loved it. And we remember your love and support and to this day it still brings tears to my eyes when I think about how you treated my son. You made me feel very proud.
I hope to get back to your town soon and I will keep you up to date on Michael.
Today is a hard day for me; it's my birthday, and also the last day my son will be with us for nine months. The last day I can put my arm around him and hug him for at least nine months. Tomorrow at 6 a.m. he leaves for Iraq again. This time is harder then the last time. But he goes to defend freedom and to insure we have the right to send our thoughts to forums and express our views. I hope no one forgets about that.
Again, thank everyone. I will let you send this to whomever you want. Thank the kids again, Michael talks about them everyday. He feels their love and support and truly appreciates it.
David Walters
Proud father of a United States Soldier
David Walters is the father of Sgt. Michael Walters, who recently visited local schoolchildren who have written him during his service in Iraq. This letter was written April 28. Michael Walters returned to Iraq on April 29.
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- Written by: Donna Christopher
Now is the time to speak up or forever hold your peace.
The Lucerne surveys have been sent out. If folks didn't get one, they need to contact the county. If you have one, fill it out and send it in. We all know damn well the folks that want to turn this place into "Swissneyland" are getting theirs in. Thanks.
Donna Christopher
Lucerne
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- Written by: James Evans, Berwin Berlin, Rebecca Curry
American voters strongly rejected the Bush Administration's war of aggression in Iraq by electing Democratic majorities in both houses of congress. The Democratic Party earned a mandate for change which must now be translated into action.
Of all the issues confronting the new Congress, ending the occupation in Iraq is at the top of the list because of its great complexity and huge financial impact. The Lake County Democratic Club strongly urges and supports the votes of our California Congressional Delegation to do the following:
– Provide funding to equip and train our troops and provide needed medical and ongoing care to all of our veterans.
– Set a timeline for immediate re-deployment of our troops from Iraq, moving them out of a full blown civil war.
– Prohibit establishment of permanent U.S. military bases in Iraq.
– Make future proposed economic assistance to Iraq subject to strict congressional pre-conditions and accountability.
– Undertake comprehensive regional and international diplomatic initiatives to achieve a political settlement in Iraq and prevent the conflict from spreading into a wider regional war.
These provisions were included in HR 787, introduced by Congressman Mike Thompson. The provisions have been included in the recently passed House and Senate supplemental bills. These bills require that our troops are trained and ready, that our veterans and their families receive the care
they deserve, and that the executive is accountable to the people regarding military spending.
We also urge our California legislators ensure that no funds appropriated by Congress may be expended to engage in war with any people, nation or movement unless a formal Declaration of War has been made by Congress.
Once a settlement in Iraq is achieved, we can focus our national resources toward underfunded vital issues such as health care, education, and environmental protection.
Respectfully,
James Evans – Issues & Legislation Committee Member
Berwin Berlin – Issues & Legislation Committee Member
Rebecca Curry – Chair
on behalf of the membership of the Lake County Democratic Club
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