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October 10, 2007
Have You Seen My America?
Political Correctness On Display In Washington As U.S. House Passes First-Ever Resolution Honoring Islam and Ramadan.
The resolution acknowledging the importance of Muslims in America, the first of its kind, was introduced by Texas Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson and co-sponsored by 30 legislators, including Representative Keith Ellison of Minnesota. Ellison is the first Muslim to be elected to the U.S. Congress.
Congressman Tom Tancredo, one of 42 voting “present,” in a press release after the vote cited the resolution as "an example of the degree to which political correctness has captured the political and media elite" in America. He further stated: “I am not opposed to commending any religion for their faith. The problem is that any attempt to do so for Jews or Christians is immediately condemned as ’breaching’ the non-existent line between Church and State by the same elite.”
Congressman Scott Garrett commented that in his five years in Congress he could not remember a resolution honoring Christmas or Easter. As of this morning, a search by the ACT for America staff had not uncovered any resolution in the past 20 years honoring a Jewish holiday.
Other Members of Congress expressed being “troubled” by the resolution. Yet it passed without a single “no” vote. Why? And why the special treatment of an Islamic holiday?
Because politically correct treatment of Islam is growing, and the pressures in Washington to knuckle under to this political correctness have become extremely intense.
Rep. Mike Pence (R-Ind.) said, “I voted ‘present’ because I read somewhere that Congress shall make no law respecting the establishment of religion.”
Joining Tancredo in his “present” vote were:
Republican Reps. Robert Aderholt (Ala.), Todd Akin (Mo.), Gresham Barrett (S.C.), Jo Bonner (Ala.), Mary Bono (Calif.), Paul Broun (Ga.), Ginny Brown-Waite (Fla.), Michael Burgess (Texas), Steve Buyer (Ind.), John Carter (Texas), Mike Conaway (Texas), Nathan Deal (Ga.), Terry Everett (Ala.), Mary Fallin (Okla.), Randy Forbes (Va.), Trent Franks (Ariz.), Scott Garrett (N.J.), Louie Gohmert (Texas), Virgil Goode (Va.), Kay Granger (Texas), Robin Hayes (N.C.), Sam Johnson (Texas), Jim Jordan (Ohio), Steve King (Iowa), Doug Lamborn (Colo.), Kenny Marchant (Texas), Jeff Miller (Fla.), Randy Neugebauer (Texas), Tom Price (Ga.), Mike Rogers (Ala.), Mark Souder (Ind.), Mac Thornberry (Texas), Todd Tiahrt (Kan.), Tim Walberg (Mich.), Zach Wamp (Tenn.), Dave Weldon (Fla.), Lynn Westmoreland (Ga.), Don Young (Alaska) and Bill Young (Fla.), as well as Democrat Mike McIntyre (N.C.).
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Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United States and throughout the world for their faith. (Introduced in House)
HRES 635 IH
110th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 635
Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan , the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United States and throughout the world for their faith.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
September 5, 2007
Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas (for herself, Mr. MEEKS of New York, and Mr. ELLISON) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
RESOLUTION
Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan , the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United States and throughout the world for their faith.
Whereas since the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, threats and incidents of violence have been directed at law-abiding, patriotic Americans of African, Arab, and South Asian descent, particularly members of the Islamic faith;
Whereas, on September 14, 2001, the House of Representatives passed a concurrent resolution condemning bigotry and violence against Arab-Americans, American Muslims, and Americans from South Asia in the wake of the terrorist attacks;
Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,500,000,000 Muslims worldwide;
Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide, and is the 9th month of the Muslim calendar year; and
Whereas the observance of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan commences at dusk on September 13, 2007, and continues for one lunar month: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That—
(1) during this time of conflict, in order to demonstrate solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world, the House of Representatives recognizes the Islamic faith as one of the great religions of the world; and
(2) in observance of and out of respect for the commencement of Ramadan , the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives acknowledges the onset of Ramadan and expresses its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this significant occasion.
FINAL VOTE RESULTS FOR ROLL CALL 928
http://clerk.house.gov/evs/2007/roll928.xml
Wild Thing's comment........
Have you seen the America I knew and loved so dearly?
Yes, there are still children playing with glee, kites flying in the wind, picnic's in the park, friends and family get together's and parades in most cities celebrating our wonderful Veterans and our troops today for our Freedom.
But slowly right before our very eyes the America that we knew and loved is slipping through our fingers like water running through an open hand.
Open borders, pandering to illegal's from the very top positions of leadership down, abundant information available to one and all about the enemy we are fighting, Islam, and yet we have a President that says it is a religion of peace. Misguided I think not. Deliberate catering to the enemy is more like it.
Those of you here, Team Theodore, are very knowledgeable of what has been happening. Your love for America and your passion is seen and shared with the thousands of hits I get each day at this blog. We are not alone in our disappointment, sadness, frustration and anger.
I don't know what our future holds for our country, but it feels like our country is being put to a test of strength. Will we pass this test or fail? I know our Veterans sure as hell deserve better, you served and did your amazing part to keep us a land of the free, and I think that is where my heart hurts the most when I see what has been happening.
Our troops of today, deserve better too. They are fighting an enemy that want to rule the world.
I won't give up on America she is worth fighting for. This may be the most important election in my lifetime. I pray America gets another chance.
Posted by Wild Thing at October 10, 2007 12:55 AM
Comments
Darn right we won't give up.
But there are so many places that we can't go
anymore because of violence or other things.
We have beautiful parks for families but we can't go because of homeless or illegals or gangs.
It's time to clean up America, treat her right, treat her defenders with the hero status they deserve.
I want America to be that bright shining city on the hill that Reagan talked about, but Clinton burned to the ground.
I feel like Michael Douglas in the movie Falling Down sometimes.
Posted by: Lynn at October 10, 2007 06:26 AM
That sure is wholesome milk! Over 76% of Americans claim to be Christians and like milk,1% to 2% claim to be Muslims! Our cows aren't Muslim and our fertile lands were made by the one true GOD - the GOD of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob!
- No Mooooslime Power Whatsoever!!!
-- Got Milk Yet?
--- 76% vs. 1%-2%..... Do the math!
PS: Lovely Lynn...are Texas Longhorns Muslim?
Posted by: darthcrUSAderworldtour07 at October 10, 2007 07:05 AM
Isiah 5: 20-23 Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Woe unto them that are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight Woe unto them that are mighty to drink wine, and men of strength to mingle strong drink: Which justify the wicked for reward, and take away the righteousness of the righteous from him!
Sure sounds like our Congress. Is a "present" vote akin to a "yes" vote. To me, it's either Yes or NO.
Posted by: BobF at October 10, 2007 09:38 AM
This bill is so ridiculous, treasonous, unnecessary and damnable that it is difficult to comment. My own ultraConsevative rep voted for it.
I am quit pessimistic, and think that we have lost this culture war. We have a truely horrible, compromising, dishonest government. Right now we have a President who cannot lead, even though he was a cheerleader in college. He caters to our enemy at home while he has troops committed to combat abroad. He will not define nor verbally attack that enemy.
We have a Congress so deceptive and corrupt morally and ethically, that new definitions may be in order for those words.
And we have a public so short memoried, so attuned to trivia, so addicted to the comfort of the moment that it can be easily manipulated by these same crooked politicians.
Like WT, I believe the 2008 elections will be the most important elections since 1980. Sadly, there is not another Reagan being offered. I guess I will have to pull for and support Fred Thompson and I will, but my reservations about him are deep.
Posted by: TomR at October 10, 2007 10:49 AM
We are apporaching this all wrong. Instead of getting upset about this, we got to learn to think outside the box and beat these heathens at their own game. Getting pissed off aint gonna fix the problem. What we have to do is, create another set of problems, which is relative to them and then let them search for the solution.
Why don't the republicans who have signed against this POS bill, introduce amendments or riders to go along with it. Since these A%%holes are so PC then put in riders, that endorse Christianity and Judeisim. Hey, fair is fair.
When the ACLU takes it to court all three endorsements will be shot down.
Posted by: Mark at October 10, 2007 01:13 PM
We are being overwhelmed by the onslaught from both parties in their rush to embrace islam and forfeit our great nation. From our President all the way to the depths of Congress, there is an attitude of defeat and appeasement. All I can think of is the old leftist mantra from the cold war "better red than dead". After watching the Dearborn debates, I was stunned by the passion for power without the passion for the nation, the focus being on social issues, not the protection of our country, they are all socialists seeking to go along to get along. With the single odd ball being the court jester Ron Paul. He doesn't even know who has protected his tender butt all these years, yep, just talk to 'em.
We as a nation have just stepped back to 1784 in our quest to pay tribute and payments to the muzzies, today the Iraqis are demanding payment for the deaths of their so called 'civilians' who are always present at the scene of homicidal attacks against our people. That list of gutless congressmen will soon be celebrating Eid ul-Fitr with Kieth Ellison and Hussein Obama while George Bush praises his peace loving allah. Thomas Jefferson learned this lesson in 1786 about islam:
"That it was founded on the Laws of their Prophet, that it was written in their Qur'an, that all nations who should not have acknowledged their authority were sinners, that it was their right and duty to make war upon them wherever they could be found, and to make slaves of all they could take as Prisoners, and that every Musselman [Muslim] who should be slain in Battle was sure to go to Paradise."
Then, like now Congress anteed up the money to buy them off and it wasn't until 1801 that the now president Thomas Jefferson took action, it took 15 years to stop the aggression and end their piracy. Thank you USMC.
That same old feeling in the pit of the stomach that we experience as we go into battle is present as we go to the polls. I agree with Mark's approach but they are the ACLU by proxy. I'm so disgusted!!!
Will this country survive? Is this what we have been fighting for since 1945?
Posted by: Jack at October 10, 2007 02:01 PM
I just heard Sean Hannity say the Empire State Building is going to be lit up green to signal the end of Ramadan.
I wonder when the Satan worshipers will start demanding there "honors"? Maybe an animal sacrifice or two on the steps of the Capital Building.
Posted by: BobF at October 10, 2007 03:47 PM
Lynn, I remember that movie, I know just what you mean.
Posted by: Wild Thing at October 10, 2007 11:40 PM
Darth, "our fertile lands were made by the one true GOD - the GOD of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob!"...and I will add an Amen to that.
Posted by: Wild Thing at October 10, 2007 11:42 PM
Bob that is what I was thinking too, wouldn't it be the same thing. A NO vote is a much stronger way to say no way.
Posted by: Wild Thing at October 10, 2007 11:43 PM
Tom, I know what you mean. I am trying not to be pessimistic but this last week especially there has been so many things that should never happen.
Posted by: Wild Thing at October 10, 2007 11:45 PM
Mark that is a great idea!!!!!
Posted by: Wild Thing at October 10, 2007 11:47 PM
Jack, thanks for that about Jefferson.
Lately is has been one thing after the other, it feels like an avalanche.
Posted by: Wild Thing at October 10, 2007 11:50 PM
Bob, OMG how awful. What the heck is next, it just goes from one bad thing to the next.
Posted by: Wild Thing at October 10, 2007 11:51 PM
2 Timothy 3:1-5 But mark this. There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful; unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous,, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good... Have nothing to do with them. - Apostle PAUL got it right!
Posted by: darthcrUSAderworldtour07 at October 11, 2007 12:02 AM
