Kid Rock - taking care of our wounded vets

I love to see our vets and their families taken care of.  Great story from Fox News today: Wounded war veteran receives new home from nonprofit, Kid Rock | Fox News http://t.co/TDUvQqgY via @foxnews

Article 8 of the Constitution - Time to bring our troops home from Afghanistan

I'm studying the Constitution. In Article 8 it reads " The Congress shall have Power To...

To declare War, grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and make Rules concerning Captures on Land and Water;

To raise and support Armies, but no Appropriation of Money to that Use shall be for a longer Term than two Years;" (Source http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/constitution_transcript.html)

The goal of the War in Afghanistan was to disrupt the Taliban and seek out Osama Bin Laden.  We have been there 10 years. Both stated goals have been accomplished, isn't it time to bring our troops home?

Anita MonCrief speaks at C-PAC regarding Acorn

Anita MonCrief speaks at C-PAC sharing her experiences at Acorn and their mission and tactics to socialize America.

Part 1 of her presentation
Part 2 of her presentation

I love her quote "Sunlight is the best disinfectant".

Leatherneck leaders celebrate Ramazan with Muslim brothers in arms Read more: http://www.dvidshub.net/news/92909/leatherneck-leaders-celebrate-ramazan-with-muslim-brothers-arms

One of the primary efforts of our men and women in uniform is to bridge cultural and political gaps that divide citizens of the world. This is a great story of our Marines fulfilling this role in sharing in the celebration of Ramazan in Afghanistan.  Summary "CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan –Coalition leaders, provincial governors and Afghan elders met aboard Camp Leatherneck to share in the celebration of Ramazan at the Afghan Cultural Center, Aug. 7. During the monthlong celebration, Muslims around the world fast during the daylight hours and eat only after the sun sets. The meal breaking the fast is known as iftar and can be shared with others as a form of charity, which is one of the five pillars of Islam. “This dinner shows the unity of all the forces here tonight,” said Abdul Karim Barahawi, Nimroz provincial governor. Helmand Provincial Governor Mohammad Gulab Mangal also joined in the meal.(Read the STORY)"

"Ugly Angels" - a legacy of defending our country

Completing 60 years of service, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 362, known as the 'Ugly Angels,' completed a memorial flight over Helmand province, Afghanistan, Aug. 9. The squadron was created in 1952 and holds the distinction of being the first Marine helicopter squadron to arrive in country during the Vietnam War.

I'm proud to say my brother Mike Sedrick is one the Ugly Angels. I am so proud of him and the other men and women fighting for our country. I would be remiss if I did not give a special nod to the families they leave behind who sacrifice silently in the background. THANK YOU all for your service, devotion and sacrifice!

Afghan, Marine partnership bears fruit through progress, transition in southern Helmand

I often find myself in discussions of how long will our soldiers remain in Afghanistan. Here is a story that highlights some of the transition efforts. 

Read more: http://www.dvidshub.net/news/92375/afghan-marine-partnership-bears-fruit-through-progress-transition-southern-helmand#.UCdBasie6iI#ixzz23J8CCm4O

Afghans kill three NATO, three US soldiers in one day

A sincere wish of gratitude to those individuals and their families that paid the ultimate sacrifice for the fight freedom.

Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/world/2012/08/11/afghans-kill-three-nato-three-us-soldiers-in-one-day/?test=latestnews#ixzz23FAgC3X0