Tuesday, December 21, 2010
ALBANY ONCE AGAIN IN
EMBRACE OF WHITE DEATH
We continuously read and hear that
our local and state governments are
in deep debt, and ordinary citizens
are hard pressed financially.
Well then, why are tons of road salt
being dumped on local streets, county
and state highways and shopping center
parking lots?
Where are all the environmentalists
who wring their hands over global
warming?
Where are all the health care advocates?
Where are the economists?
Where are the media? The ordinary
people?
Are all blind to the harm that this
excessive seasonal ritual of salt dumping
is doing to our transportation infra-
structure, our costly vehicles, our water
supplies, our homes and buildings, the
air we breath, to roadside trees, and
to our own health?
There is more salt residue on roadways
sidewalks, driveways, parking lots than
snow.
I know, some will argue that road salt
contributes to road and pedestrian
safety. To some degree, yes.
What about states that do not participate
in this seasonal road salt dumping mania?
How do people in those states survive?
How about New York drivers slowing
down in bad weather?
I say that the evironmental damage
economic costs and health impacts of
these annual road salt dumping binges
far outweigh any benefit.
For days Albany has been submerged
in a dense blanket of airborne road salt.
Doesn't anyone feel the sting of that
salt smog, in their nasal passages, throats
and lungs?
Doesn't anyone notice the deterioration
of road surfaces, bridges, and parking lots
due to excessive salt dumping?
Doesn't anyone look at the dying road
side trees?
Doesn't anyone look at their vehicles
and tires and wonder how long those
vehicles will last, and where will they
get the money to replace them?
Do any health care professionals observe
the smog containing a mix of airborne
road salt , vehicle and chimney emissions
and ponder the adverse impacts to human
health?
How about vetinarians? Don't they
wonder about the adverse effects on
pets? On farm animals?
Consider this: if people with high
blood pressure are advised to limit
their salt intake - does this mean they
should stop breathing?
If it were sugar, instead of road salt
dumped - would we have an out of
control epidemic of diabetes among
humans and pets?
Exercise? Going outdoors, this time
of year, poses downright health risks
to people and their pets, in urban
places.
Tonight, I drove my dogs to places
where they could run in the snow
avoiding the excessive road salt dumped
on streets and sidewalks.
But, we could not avoid breathing the
salt- vehicle-chimney emission laden
smog.
As I stood on my front porch, I could
hear a man gagging and coughing about
a half a block away. Finally, he came
into view, walking his loyal dog out of
a side street and across New Scotland
Avenue.
I wanted to call out to him and say
be sure to wash your pal's paws in warm
water, when you get home. Otherwise,
your pal runs the risk of kidney damage
from licking his salt encrustred paws.
But, I said nothing, thinking of Charles
Darwin and his theory of survival of the
fittest.
Modern humans have lost their survival
instincts and powers of observation and
analysis.
Saving the world is a tall order. A
Chinese proverb says- a long journey
begins with a single step- so, saving the
world begins with each individual
doing their best to save themselves
and their loved ones.
As much as big government seeks to
control every aspect of our lives, do
not look to politicians to save you.
They just don't get it.
The exessive dumping of road, with
all it's adverse environmental, economic
and health impacts is exhibit A.
You are on your own. Just pay your
taxes and vote the party line.
Joe Sullivan
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8:22 PM
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Monday, December 27, 2010
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
DECEMBER 7 THEN AND NOW
69 years ago this date Pearl Harbor was
attacked. I recall that day as if it were
yesterday. This morning I reflected on
what life was like then and what it is like
now. The differences are striking.
Then, we were just emerging from the Great
Depression. Some say the war was a catalyst
for the economic prosperity which followed
in the late 1940's and early 1950's following
the war.
But, on that cold December day in 1941 the
people feared for their survival because we
realized that America was no longer insulated
from attack by the vast oceans separating us
from Europe and Asia.
We did not have television, but relied on
radio, newspapers, conversation and letters
fo get the news.
German submarines were offshore. The people
feared attacks on the homeland were soon to
become reality. We had air raid drills, air raid
wardens patroled the streets ensuring that all
house lights were out after sunset.
America and Americans were very different
then as compared to now.
Family and neighbors were immigrants or
children of immigrants who came to America
for a better life. All were proud of their
respective heritages, but all were Americans.
We pulled together because our survival was
on the line, as a nation, as individuals, as
families.
We were poor, but we had the resources
and labor to build a mighty manufacturing
base to sustain the war effort. Today, many
of our resources have been depleted, our
manufacturing base can not support a
war effort. Our population, though larger
now, is not fit to go to war or to work in
manufacturing and physical jobs even if
those opportunities existed.
Then America could sustain a huge war
effort on two fronts, the Pacific and Europe.
Today, we are not prepared to do that.
The Homefront has become a front line
a third front in our struggle for survival.
Politicians at the federal, state and local
levels have failed to secure our borders, ports
transportation and utility lines.
The Americans of that time were united in
a love of country. Today, we are a deeply
divided nation. Young against old, private
sector against public sector, black against
white, female against male, poor against
wealthy. Democrat against Republican.
The divisions obscure the reality that we
are interdependent in our struggle to survive.
Demographics of immigration have changed.
Many are not proud to be Americans. They
do not wish to assimilate.
Our land has been invaded by tens of millions
of illegal aliens, many of whom are bent on
our destruction. Federal, state and local
politicians give these illegals sanctuary and
advocate amnesty.
Our urban places are inhabited by native
born malcontents, gang bangers, drug dealers
as well as illegals, who are the natural allies of
the foreign terrorists who seek to destroy
America.
Diversity is glorified by politicians who fail
to realize that, as President Lincoln said
during the Civil War "a house divided can
not stand''.
The 9-11 attacks marked the beginning of
WW III. Because of the aforementioned
changing circumstances, the survival of
America and all Americans are on the line.
Sadly, most Americans, the younger generations
in particular, are oblivious to this reality as
they go about their daily lives in quest of more
stuff. They may have computers and the latest
technological gadgets, dirt bikes, cars and tons
of stuff. But, their food cubbards are empty.
They are not in good physical shape. They lack
survival perspective/skills. In short, America's
urban populations are not prepared to deal
with natural disasters, let alone military conflict
in their own homeland.
Then, our enemies wore uniforms. But they
were separated from us by two oceans. Today
they dwell amongst us. They use cunning and
guile to disarm and dellude us, waiting for the
signal to strike. They do not wear uniforms or
ride down the roads in tanks. They use our own
technology against us; aircraft, power grids
nuclear power plants. Biological and chemical
warfare.
We are at War with a devious, determined
enemy. Our media and politicians are in
denial. They fail in their responsibities to
inform and protect us, and themselves. As
a result the people are unaware and not
ready for what lies ahead.
Everyone seems to be focused on the economy
anddomestic issues.
Security and public safety are the priorities.
For, when we are not safe, nothing else will
stand.
Wise up! Wake up! Fellow Americans, before it
is too late!
Become better informed; better prepared and
participate in the effort to save America, our
Constitution, our government, ourselves and
our loved ones.
Approach Hanukkah, Christmas, the New Year
and each day of your lives, keeping in mind the
old Irish proverb "live each day as if it were your
last...and one day you will be spot on"
Joe Sullivan
69 years ago this date Pearl Harbor was
attacked. I recall that day as if it were
yesterday. This morning I reflected on
what life was like then and what it is like
now. The differences are striking.
Then, we were just emerging from the Great
Depression. Some say the war was a catalyst
for the economic prosperity which followed
in the late 1940's and early 1950's following
the war.
But, on that cold December day in 1941 the
people feared for their survival because we
realized that America was no longer insulated
from attack by the vast oceans separating us
from Europe and Asia.
We did not have television, but relied on
radio, newspapers, conversation and letters
fo get the news.
German submarines were offshore. The people
feared attacks on the homeland were soon to
become reality. We had air raid drills, air raid
wardens patroled the streets ensuring that all
house lights were out after sunset.
America and Americans were very different
then as compared to now.
Family and neighbors were immigrants or
children of immigrants who came to America
for a better life. All were proud of their
respective heritages, but all were Americans.
We pulled together because our survival was
on the line, as a nation, as individuals, as
families.
We were poor, but we had the resources
and labor to build a mighty manufacturing
base to sustain the war effort. Today, many
of our resources have been depleted, our
manufacturing base can not support a
war effort. Our population, though larger
now, is not fit to go to war or to work in
manufacturing and physical jobs even if
those opportunities existed.
Then America could sustain a huge war
effort on two fronts, the Pacific and Europe.
Today, we are not prepared to do that.
The Homefront has become a front line
a third front in our struggle for survival.
Politicians at the federal, state and local
levels have failed to secure our borders, ports
transportation and utility lines.
The Americans of that time were united in
a love of country. Today, we are a deeply
divided nation. Young against old, private
sector against public sector, black against
white, female against male, poor against
wealthy. Democrat against Republican.
The divisions obscure the reality that we
are interdependent in our struggle to survive.
Demographics of immigration have changed.
Many are not proud to be Americans. They
do not wish to assimilate.
Our land has been invaded by tens of millions
of illegal aliens, many of whom are bent on
our destruction. Federal, state and local
politicians give these illegals sanctuary and
advocate amnesty.
Our urban places are inhabited by native
born malcontents, gang bangers, drug dealers
as well as illegals, who are the natural allies of
the foreign terrorists who seek to destroy
America.
Diversity is glorified by politicians who fail
to realize that, as President Lincoln said
during the Civil War "a house divided can
not stand''.
The 9-11 attacks marked the beginning of
WW III. Because of the aforementioned
changing circumstances, the survival of
America and all Americans are on the line.
Sadly, most Americans, the younger generations
in particular, are oblivious to this reality as
they go about their daily lives in quest of more
stuff. They may have computers and the latest
technological gadgets, dirt bikes, cars and tons
of stuff. But, their food cubbards are empty.
They are not in good physical shape. They lack
survival perspective/skills. In short, America's
urban populations are not prepared to deal
with natural disasters, let alone military conflict
in their own homeland.
Then, our enemies wore uniforms. But they
were separated from us by two oceans. Today
they dwell amongst us. They use cunning and
guile to disarm and dellude us, waiting for the
signal to strike. They do not wear uniforms or
ride down the roads in tanks. They use our own
technology against us; aircraft, power grids
nuclear power plants. Biological and chemical
warfare.
We are at War with a devious, determined
enemy. Our media and politicians are in
denial. They fail in their responsibities to
inform and protect us, and themselves. As
a result the people are unaware and not
ready for what lies ahead.
Everyone seems to be focused on the economy
anddomestic issues.
Security and public safety are the priorities.
For, when we are not safe, nothing else will
stand.
Wise up! Wake up! Fellow Americans, before it
is too late!
Become better informed; better prepared and
participate in the effort to save America, our
Constitution, our government, ourselves and
our loved ones.
Approach Hanukkah, Christmas, the New Year
and each day of your lives, keeping in mind the
old Irish proverb "live each day as if it were your
last...and one day you will be spot on"
Joe Sullivan
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
WE ARE PILGRIMS ALL
Red Paddy has been in a reflective mood
sitting out in the back yard observing the
sky and sniffing the hint of snow in the air.
Paddy never ceases to wonder at the
changing seasons.
Paddy is ever the alert, watchful shepherd.
The Boss Dog.
Spotted Mick is wise enough. He knows
that another Winter is nearly here. With
that comes the cold, snow, ice and tons
of road salt dumped on the roadways and
sidewalks.
With a loving glance and wag of his tail
he expresses thanks when his breakfast
is placed before him. Afterwards he takes
a brief ramble around the backyard and
returns to his warm, dry bed.
Mick leaves the shepherd duties to Paddy.
The radio weather forecast made mention
4 to 7 feet of snow in the High Sierra's. I
thought of the fateful attempt of the Donner
Party to cross the mountains on their way
to the promised land in California. They were
behind schedule and were taking what they
believed to be short cut over unfamiliar high
country.
Read: http://www.referencecenter.com/ref/reference/DonnerPa/Donner_Party?invocationType=ar1clk&flv=1
Like the Donner Party we are all Pilgrims
on a journey to the promised land. We face
many perils along the way. Some are natural
more are man made.
Like Mick, we have to be thankful for the
blessings we have each day, including fresh
water, good food and a warm, dry bed.
However, we need to be more observant
and vigilant, like Paddy.
The survival of America, and each of us
remains on the line.
We are being led by individuals who are
woefully inept; who appear unwilling or
unable to recognize ,and deal effectively
with, the perils before us.
As Mark Steyn said recently, " we have
Big Government by small men", add
(and women).
Government can't save us - we must save
the government and save ourselves.
It will take much more informed effort
on the part of the electorate, particularly
here in New York where less than a third
of the state's eligible voters bothered to
vote in the past November 2 General
Election.
As we gather with family and loved ones
to give thanks for the Blessings we have
we must cast a wary eye toward Black
Friday, and beyond, recognizing that
we must change our ways in order to
continue to have what we take for granted
every day.
In a word, like Red Paddy we will cast
a wary eye skyward and become more
shepherd -like in our behavior.
Read and share this article with all you
care for:
http://www.newswithviews.com/baldwin/baldwin622.htm
Without delay, take appropriate action
aimed at survival for you and your loved
ones.
The Winter will soon be upon us.
Joe Sullivan
Red Paddy has been in a reflective mood
sitting out in the back yard observing the
sky and sniffing the hint of snow in the air.
Paddy never ceases to wonder at the
changing seasons.
Paddy is ever the alert, watchful shepherd.
The Boss Dog.
Spotted Mick is wise enough. He knows
that another Winter is nearly here. With
that comes the cold, snow, ice and tons
of road salt dumped on the roadways and
sidewalks.
With a loving glance and wag of his tail
he expresses thanks when his breakfast
is placed before him. Afterwards he takes
a brief ramble around the backyard and
returns to his warm, dry bed.
Mick leaves the shepherd duties to Paddy.
The radio weather forecast made mention
4 to 7 feet of snow in the High Sierra's. I
thought of the fateful attempt of the Donner
Party to cross the mountains on their way
to the promised land in California. They were
behind schedule and were taking what they
believed to be short cut over unfamiliar high
country.
Read: http://www.referencecenter.com/ref/reference/DonnerPa/Donner_Party?invocationType=ar1clk&flv=1
Like the Donner Party we are all Pilgrims
on a journey to the promised land. We face
many perils along the way. Some are natural
more are man made.
Like Mick, we have to be thankful for the
blessings we have each day, including fresh
water, good food and a warm, dry bed.
However, we need to be more observant
and vigilant, like Paddy.
The survival of America, and each of us
remains on the line.
We are being led by individuals who are
woefully inept; who appear unwilling or
unable to recognize ,and deal effectively
with, the perils before us.
As Mark Steyn said recently, " we have
Big Government by small men", add
(and women).
Government can't save us - we must save
the government and save ourselves.
It will take much more informed effort
on the part of the electorate, particularly
here in New York where less than a third
of the state's eligible voters bothered to
vote in the past November 2 General
Election.
As we gather with family and loved ones
to give thanks for the Blessings we have
we must cast a wary eye toward Black
Friday, and beyond, recognizing that
we must change our ways in order to
continue to have what we take for granted
every day.
In a word, like Red Paddy we will cast
a wary eye skyward and become more
shepherd -like in our behavior.
Read and share this article with all you
care for:
http://www.newswithviews.com/baldwin/baldwin622.htm
Without delay, take appropriate action
aimed at survival for you and your loved
ones.
The Winter will soon be upon us.
Joe Sullivan
Thursday, November 18, 2010
SECURITY AT THE
STATE CAPITOL
News reports say that uniformed guards are
being laid off at the Capitol, LOB, ES Plaza.
This is not a wise move, when terrorist acts
are more likely than ever before.
Security needs to be improved, not relaxed.
Traditional lobby days, when bus loads of
people descend on the Capitol, LOB and ESP
may have to be cancelled in the interest of
security.
Constituents can lobby their legislative
representative back in the home districts.
Small groups of interest group representatives
can meet with the Governor, Senate and Assembly
leaders in Albany or NYC.
E mails, faxes, telephone calls and modern
communications including teleconference calls
make the weekly crush of lobby groups not
necessary.
These changes will promote security for all
save expensive fuel and save money for Albany
City taxpayers who have to foot the bills for
added police and clean ups when large crowds
of lobby groups invade the Capitol, LOB
and ESP.
Our lives changed forever on 9-11. Business
as usual is no longer possible in an age of terror.
We must change our ways and adapt to the
realities of contemporary life.
Joe Sullivan
STATE CAPITOL
News reports say that uniformed guards are
being laid off at the Capitol, LOB, ES Plaza.
This is not a wise move, when terrorist acts
are more likely than ever before.
Security needs to be improved, not relaxed.
Traditional lobby days, when bus loads of
people descend on the Capitol, LOB and ESP
may have to be cancelled in the interest of
security.
Constituents can lobby their legislative
representative back in the home districts.
Small groups of interest group representatives
can meet with the Governor, Senate and Assembly
leaders in Albany or NYC.
E mails, faxes, telephone calls and modern
communications including teleconference calls
make the weekly crush of lobby groups not
necessary.
These changes will promote security for all
save expensive fuel and save money for Albany
City taxpayers who have to foot the bills for
added police and clean ups when large crowds
of lobby groups invade the Capitol, LOB
and ESP.
Our lives changed forever on 9-11. Business
as usual is no longer possible in an age of terror.
We must change our ways and adapt to the
realities of contemporary life.
Joe Sullivan
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Governor-elect Cuomo
makes wise decision
Read: http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/1110/Cuomo_opposes_New_York_terror_trial_.html
Joe Sullivan
makes wise decision
Read: http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/1110/Cuomo_opposes_New_York_terror_trial_.html
Joe Sullivan
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
NATIONAL DEFENSE/SECURITY
REMAIN PRIORITY ISSUES
Read what senior Senator on Armed services
committee has to say:
http://www.inhofe.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=KeyIssues.View&Issue_id=4afd45b5-e2e8-be06-d58b-91d455490bcc&CFID=62076403&CFTOKEN=54740284
Joe Sullivan
REMAIN PRIORITY ISSUES
Read what senior Senator on Armed services
committee has to say:
http://www.inhofe.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=KeyIssues.View&Issue_id=4afd45b5-e2e8-be06-d58b-91d455490bcc&CFID=62076403&CFTOKEN=54740284
Joe Sullivan
Friday, November 5, 2010
POST ELECTION
OBSERVATIONS
Election Day 11-2-10 has come and gone.
In Congress, control of the House will change.
The Bush tax cuts will be extended. Obamacare
and the Obama agenda to radically transform
America is derailed. Nancy Pelosi is history.
Paul Tonko was reelected, but is now in the
minority. He will be defeated in 2012, unless
he is among the casualties of redistricting
before that.
Chris Gibson won and will be to go to guy
for the Capital District.
Five or six other Congressional seats changed
hands in New York.
The Senate will no longer have a Democratic
super majority. Harry Reid survived, making
it less likely that Chuckie Schumer will become
leader.
Economic issues will remain a focus of the
new Congress, but questions of national security
emergency/disaster preparedness, securing our
national borders and rejecting amnesty for the
tens of millions of illegals who have invaded
our land, will take precedence in the days ahead.
The survival of America, and all Americans
are still on the line. We must cast a wary eye
overseas, keeping those who seek to destroy us
at bay, while rooting out their allies who dwell
amongst us, be they illegals or native born.
A policy of no federal or state aid to political
units or schools that offer illegals sanctuary
status will be necessary.
Invoke the Monroe Doctrine. Allow no missles
to be placed in Venezuela or, anywhere else, in
this hemisphere, by Iran or any other foreign
power. Allow no offshore oil drilling leases to
China or any other potential adversary.
Embargo all money, tourism and trade with
Mexico, until the Mexican government ends
the flow of illegal drugs and illegal aliens
across our border.
New York continued to remain out of step with
the rest of America. Few incumbents were
turned out of office.
New York, in particular NY City, remain
priority terror attack targets. Illegal aliens
foreign terrorists, and their domestic allies
gangbangers, criminals and other anti-social
malcontents pose real security and public
safety threats, in addition to being a huge drain
on state and local economies and taxpayers.
Governor elect Cuomo and Lt Governor elect
Duffy have their work cut out for them. Best
wishes to them in their endeavors to change
political and economic course in New York.
Best wishes to Comptroller Di Napoli. May
he safeguard the NYS pension fund and resist
any moves to replace him as elected sole
trustee with a politically appointed group
and may he resist any attempts by the
Governor and Legislature to raid the the
state pension fund to balance the budget or
for other state purposes.
The Democratically controlled State Assembly
will have to put politics and liberal agendas
aside, making tough decisions and casting votes
to the contrary.
The State Senate control will shift restoring
some balance to state government, providing
hope for Upstate and Island residents that
their needs and views will be addressed.
Alaska voters have demonstrated that a
write in candidate can win, making write
in candidacies a viable option for the people.
So, we have our eyes and hopes focused on
the road ahead. No use looking in the rear
view mirror. The past is past and gone forever.
Election 2010 was a fork in the road. Proceed
with caution.
Our hope is for a bright new day for all.
Joe Sullivan
OBSERVATIONS
Election Day 11-2-10 has come and gone.
In Congress, control of the House will change.
The Bush tax cuts will be extended. Obamacare
and the Obama agenda to radically transform
America is derailed. Nancy Pelosi is history.
Paul Tonko was reelected, but is now in the
minority. He will be defeated in 2012, unless
he is among the casualties of redistricting
before that.
Chris Gibson won and will be to go to guy
for the Capital District.
Five or six other Congressional seats changed
hands in New York.
The Senate will no longer have a Democratic
super majority. Harry Reid survived, making
it less likely that Chuckie Schumer will become
leader.
Economic issues will remain a focus of the
new Congress, but questions of national security
emergency/disaster preparedness, securing our
national borders and rejecting amnesty for the
tens of millions of illegals who have invaded
our land, will take precedence in the days ahead.
The survival of America, and all Americans
are still on the line. We must cast a wary eye
overseas, keeping those who seek to destroy us
at bay, while rooting out their allies who dwell
amongst us, be they illegals or native born.
A policy of no federal or state aid to political
units or schools that offer illegals sanctuary
status will be necessary.
Invoke the Monroe Doctrine. Allow no missles
to be placed in Venezuela or, anywhere else, in
this hemisphere, by Iran or any other foreign
power. Allow no offshore oil drilling leases to
China or any other potential adversary.
Embargo all money, tourism and trade with
Mexico, until the Mexican government ends
the flow of illegal drugs and illegal aliens
across our border.
New York continued to remain out of step with
the rest of America. Few incumbents were
turned out of office.
New York, in particular NY City, remain
priority terror attack targets. Illegal aliens
foreign terrorists, and their domestic allies
gangbangers, criminals and other anti-social
malcontents pose real security and public
safety threats, in addition to being a huge drain
on state and local economies and taxpayers.
Governor elect Cuomo and Lt Governor elect
Duffy have their work cut out for them. Best
wishes to them in their endeavors to change
political and economic course in New York.
Best wishes to Comptroller Di Napoli. May
he safeguard the NYS pension fund and resist
any moves to replace him as elected sole
trustee with a politically appointed group
and may he resist any attempts by the
Governor and Legislature to raid the the
state pension fund to balance the budget or
for other state purposes.
The Democratically controlled State Assembly
will have to put politics and liberal agendas
aside, making tough decisions and casting votes
to the contrary.
The State Senate control will shift restoring
some balance to state government, providing
hope for Upstate and Island residents that
their needs and views will be addressed.
Alaska voters have demonstrated that a
write in candidate can win, making write
in candidacies a viable option for the people.
So, we have our eyes and hopes focused on
the road ahead. No use looking in the rear
view mirror. The past is past and gone forever.
Election 2010 was a fork in the road. Proceed
with caution.
Our hope is for a bright new day for all.
Joe Sullivan
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