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South Dakota Conservative, Lake Norden, SD (2024)

10/23/2024

IT IS ALWAYS "ELECTION SEASON!"

I have never found it difficult to support a particular candidate. Does that mean my selection was always perfect? Not really!

After a considerable amount of study seasoned with honest prayer, the best we can hope for is to always remember that we are casting a vote for a person who is neither a "god" nor perfect. Strangely, the voters seek "perfection," yet they seem to gravitate to the most flawed at times.

My first vote was cast for Ronald Reagan, a decision influenced by the challenging times under Jimmy Carter's presidency. It was a time of economic turmoil and international crisis, which shaped my understanding of the importance of leadership.

The saying goes, 'The more things change, the more they stay the same.' It's a sobering reminder that history often repeats itself, and we must strive to learn from it.

That is the case for some people, maybe even most people. Still, I remember those difficult times of less access to energy, the gas lines, and the economy floating in the toilet, unemployment as a rule rather than the exception, with the ruling party accepting that the people should learn to do with a lower standard of living. At the same time, they vacillate as "Iran" held our people hostage for over 300 days!

Fast-forward to today, and we see that if not the same scenario, we have many common types, similar and, in several cases, worse!

I have never been a single-issue voter, and I have never been the type of person to put aside my "faith" that would cause me to vote for a candidate who supported things in violation of that belief.

The "mantra" of crossing the aisle, or compromise, is too often touted as reasonable. While I have compromised on some things, very few I am pleased to announce, there has to be a line that it is never acceptable to cross. It is based on faith, principles, and character, which are often laughed at today; no wonder we are in the mess we find ourselves in.

We are not innocent spectators in this process. Even the Bible says that if we support a person who promotes or participates in behavior contrary to "God's" will, we will be judged as harshly as the person taking action to commit that sin.

So, from that standpoint, we as citizens have a duty to vote and do so wisely, and for the "Body of Christ," we, being in the world, but not of the world, have a command to uphold, promote, and support what "God" supports while we are still here. After all, you can look at it either way. If you take no action, "God" can take it as an affront unless you take the actions that He supports, for which He also considers that.

IT GOES MUCH DEEPER...

When we study the issues and the candidates, we must put aside emotion. Though it might be considered, and I want to direct this to "Christians," we must put emotion aside. We must put all consideration for "culture" on the shelf, which can be the same in many cases as "public opinion." "God" has never taken a poll!

I go back to the "Word of God" as the glasses I look through in relationship to this examination. It is equally important to realize that the word of God is instructions designed to protect the individual and society.

A lot of people get screwed up because they see those rules as being a means of "enslaving" or preventing freedom! Nothing frees a person or society more than rules or guidelines. They are the protections for it! It is called order, and when order is removed, you get chaos.

After all, how much freedom do you want? How much can you stand, and where does "doing your own thing" become an infringement of the liberty of others? Nobody can do anything they want; that lesson was once taught to toddlers in their growth.

It gets pretty scary when you understand what happens when society's freedom is nothing but chaos without boundaries. I would suggest that one of the candidates has been nothing more than that by their actions and belief system, without considering the consequences for those things!

CLOSING FOOD FOR THOUGHT...

Some people would burn the entire nation to the ground with misguided, ill-advised policy because they can deceive the electorate just to rule over the remaining ashes from the fire they set!

As a high school friend of mine was fond of saying, "King s**t in a pile of turds."

I consider "America" my home. Using that example, home is where you live; in most cases, other people live inside your home. I am concerned with the well-being of not just the outside of the house but also the people and things inside my house.

I don't leave the door unlocked to allow just anyone to come in, not to eat my food or sleep in my home without permission. I don't want them coming in to foul up the peace.

However, I do let people visit, and some stay over. In particular situations, some people make former visitors into the family.

You can't come in without permission; you can't r**e, rob, or steal in my home. You can't come in and start selling drugs!

People in my home will never disrespect life, liberty, or freedom and will respect my house rules.

Whether you are a Christian or not, I think more people feel the same about their home as I do.

If you can't feed, clothe, or afford transportation for the people in your home, others are preventing you from having a job because the government has allowed people into your home who are taking advantage of you. After all, if you pay taxes to your government to provide for your freedom to have a job without having others who have no right to be here, then I think your selection should be clear.

This is just my opinion. Please vote wisely and pray before you do. Be blessed; someone is keeping score, and He cares!

07/11/2024

(NDAA) NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT... LICENSE TO KILL, TORTURE, KIDNAPPING?

Indeed, some things born of fear produce beneficial legislation or rules. There are more things born of fear, or at least the fear that those in power will create magnified to cause people to submit to surrendering freedoms and liberties.

"COVID" was an example. It was used to maximum effect to control the world and force people to take things into their bodies that many wanted nothing to do with!

Such authority has resulted in a loss of freedom and liberties that have yet to be regained.

I could write a book on such things, and I implore you to study the National Defense Authorization Act. Isn't it interesting that even medicine, which often tastes bad, is covered in a sweet candy-like coating?

It will take a more significant effort than just going online to "Google" the act, as it will, again, be covered in glowing, beneficial descriptions. However, like a "turd" wrapped in a candy wrapper, once you remove the outer container, only then will you discover the foul odor.

Why do we continue to give more power to the government when the power they have been given by the "Constitution" is sufficient? The government should fear the people, yet we find ourselves in a position where we are in fear of the Government!

Fast-forward. If you study the wealthiest families in the world, which are the real power behind the world's thrones, you can often read their plans for the world, not just the nation where you live. They are so concerned about the worldwide population and have publicly stated that it should be two-thirds fewer!

Did you know that these families have funded "The Rothschilds" in nearly every war, funding both sides at the same time? If the "love of money being the root of all evil" confused you in the past, again, don't take my word for it; get off your butt and see for yourselves.

Biblically, evil, the real power, spiritual, can be pointed out at the head of every government, ours included, which speaks to placing faith in God rather than fleshly human beings. Yes, I vote, but when I vote, I am not voting for a God; now, if Jesus were on the ballot, he would get my vote every time.

They claim that being one government under one ruler, with one faith, with one military, unarmed, owning nothing and being happy about it.

Even if you don't agree or buy anything I am professing, it can be confirmed with a modicum of investigation! I ask this question: if such a thing occurred, and it will, has a military, a one-world force, and a one-world government so great, why would you need an armed military if things are so great? I will tell you to control the masses, to protect the one world government from the people, who are nothing more than "slaves."

Now, let's go back to this (NDAA) that gives the United States Military to be given the right to go against civilians, which provides it with the right to conduct abductions, murder, and torture without being investigated, absent of due process.

This is not an exaggeration! Yep, any of us can be disappeared at any time. It sounds more like the former "Soviet Union" than something that would come out of America. Remember that such things are taking place as I pen this. Pray, we are in dangerous times. Shades of the "Anti-Christ?"

07/01/2024

THE UNSPOKEN "DYNAMIC!!!"

It is easy to see the power of motivation, meaning the desire, the need to remain in power.

In the past, mainly when I was a young man, I was often confused because I did not understand why holding power for some was important.

It is easy to be fooled into thinking that those who seek such authority are all well-meaning and want that power to help others!

One has to examine the "wealth" of those elected to public office, poor, many not having the resources to pour p**s out of a boot, nor having a window to throw it out of! Yet, somehow, within the space of one term, two at the most, they become "multi-millionaires! Exactly how does that happen?

A few others use such "power" to cover up for their graft, theft, and selling out of the people who elected them to office.

In my humble opinion, this is the reason, based on unintended consequences! In other words, once you learn that you can cheat, as well as discover that you can cheat continually as long as you remain in the position where you have enough dirt on the people who could put you in jail, they discover that staying in power is not just a good thing for them, but the only way to keep the cover-up going.

This brings me back to why so many in the power structure of the "Liberal/Democrat/Socialist/Globalist" have pulled out the stops to prevent the election of "Donald J. Trump."

It was reported by "Hilliary Clinton" during her run for the office of "President" that she was heard to say, "If Trump wins, we will all hang." Pray tell, what could that mean?

The first term of "Trump" was successful, but not being a politician, he was not a part of the club. He was not a fraternity member, and as such, the "Uni-Party" never trusted him. He was not "compromised" and was difficult to control. That is why "Pence" and many cabinet members and aids were placed to disrupt and prevent "Trump" from getting things done.

Trump did such great things, and the "left" knew that the longer he was in office, the wiser he became to their games. So, it became their mission to do anything and everything to derail him, from "lawfare" to threats on his person.

While there are those "power-hungry" parasites of the political persuasion, there are those who could give it up for a term or two, but they are motivated by far more. They don't want to risk going to jail or being convicted of "treason." This is the real reason they are fighting so hard. Let us pray they don't win this time. Be blessed!

06/27/2024

"COMBAT, CONFLICT, OR COMPETITION" DEMANDS KNOWLEDGE OF YOUR OPPONET...

From my experience, the most challenging opposition has always been the one you have never faced! It was always different when I faced a team or person we had a history of competing against.

Regardless of the competition—I have faced dozens in one tournament in one setting and as few as three or four—it was always my job to understand their technique and abilities as quickly as possible. Doing so in the middle of a fight is not a preferred time. Still, it is what it is.

In a three-round fight, I spent the first round and half of the second getting a feel for the guy. In most cases, I had to decide how best to address his offense and defense, and I had to do it while giving little information on what I would be attempting. Tipping one's hand is a quick way of being defeated.

This means that though he would be holding back his best, I had to be observant and accept the truth about his skills and abilities. Now, if I hated the guy and believed that he was better than he was, or worse, I would, in effect, be attempting to defeat a "ghost." A "specter" of a person based on emotion rather than truth!

This is true in business, sports, war fighting, and "politics."

Tonight, during the debate, I suggest these truths worth considering as we watch! I think we will see them born out, especially when it comes to "Joe."

Preconceived ideas or opinions based on "misconceptions, lies, or half-truths" are not fundamental to defeating an opponent! The demonization of a person, which the left does when looking at "Trump" and his supporters repeatedly, is as sure as the sunrise.

Any offensive or defensive game plan is destined to fail, and they fail because a "scouting report" of a team tainted by prejudices prepares the team to defend against a falsehood.

If you doubt it, ask anyone who hates "Trump." When asked why, it is always based on their perceptions that are platitudes or lies believed because some propaganda consists of things that "Trump" never said! The stuff he never did, as well as those who get their information from one source, leftist propaganda... Translation, CNN, MSNBC, ABC, CBS, and the rest of the alphabet soup agencies.

Frankly, I have never cast a vote based on any candidate debates. I have more substantive facts-based things to follow. However, I will admit that the low-information voter will base their reason to vote on such a superficial thing.

Are you better off based on safety and finances than 3 1/2 years ago? Was the border secured? Words are only as good as the character of the person saying them. For me, "Trump" has displayed that he can be trusted, and "Biden" has proven that he cares about some people but at the expense of the remainder of the people.

04/26/2024

THIS IS NOT THE REAL WORLD, AND WE ARE BEING MANIPULATED...

It can be confirmed that everything we have been taught, including our history, national identity, and even its founding, has been a deception.

Either by outright lies or omission for purposes of control! News media have long been an agent in the exercise of "propaganda" that focuses on telling us what to think rather than providing information.

When those who pretend to do good work behind the scenes with evil people pretend to contend for the people's will but have other motivations, it provides little hope.

The "hens" wisely never put their faith in the foxes assigned to guard the "hen house." This might suggest that collectively, we are not as bright as "chickens" but dumb as the sheep the powers that be and their handlers seek to shear.

Our bigotries, carefully groomed, dr**ed in the flag, have been nurtured to direct our ire at nations that don't necessarily pretend to be a threat beyond their leaders. In other words, believe it or not, there are good people in China, Russia, and even in Iran!

Our greatest danger is the fact that we have a protracted number of citizens of America who believe that our leaders are "good" and can be trusted.

While some of the founders of this nation staked their lives, liberty, God, and country on the same "God" that true Christians trusted, others didn't.

The "Occult" symbols on our money, on the ceiling of the "Capitol," the "Washington Monument," and even the way the city of Washington, D.C. has been laid out speaks to a deception going back to the rule of "Ni**od." The plan is older than the "flood."

Not all that glitters is gold, and it is always true that not all people who say they are your friends are your friends.

This is why "character" matters. You should seek employment from people with solid moral foundations, such as teachers, doctors, lawyers, clerics, and politicians.

How can one say that politics should be devoid of the influence of God when His instructions are the primary defense against the lying, cheating, stealing, and tyranny that is the heart and soul of so many in power?

Is your nation looking out for your safety and well-being, allowing for prosperity and hope? God is seeking those things for you and much more!

We find ourselves again at the threshold of yet another "Presidential Election," the nation is a picture of chaos and tumult, with everything seen as good being trampled in the dirt.

God provided government for one purpose: protecting his creation. When it fails to do that job, a change is required. Sometimes, God allows people to promote that change, but there is coming a time when He will take a more "hands-on" approach, and God help us all when that occurs.

To accept the premise that there is no evil or that good or evil can be defined by the individual minus the influence of the only one who can defend and is "Good" without the taint of evil is foolishness, and the primary reason we are in this mess currently.

We are damaged goods contaminated by our parents in the "Garden of Eden." Though evil didn't begin in that encounter, it is much older, and it still takes advantage of our propensity to rebel against God!

We are slaves to our weak flesh, with itching ears for the doctrine of devils and incapable of seeking God. Fortunately, He seeks us through His son. The long and short of it is pretty simple. You can live your lives secularly without allowing the moral teachings of God to ever be included. There are consequences for such a choice, and they aren't the things of pleasant dreams.

You can make one day a week, for a couple of hours, "God's Time," or you can live with Him as your number one focus seven days a week. No matter how you look at it, you will serve somebody!

I am voting for someone I know is flawed but who has the right heart, principles, and ideas. I don't worship parties, men or women, but I have a "Creator" that I always seek to follow. So I vote for one, pray for him, and worship God.

You can't ever find "perfection" in imperfect people. Sin is not perfection or peace. Killing babies, starting needless wars, altering what God has created, all of these things are wrong, as well as an affront to God, not because I say they are, but because God says it. So, if you disagree, by all means, take it up with him. Unlike those who demand that killing is their right, God will allow you to make that choice, but again, there will always be the baggage of consequences for the proper selections as well as the wrong ones. The Lord knows I have made some awful ones, but He is faithful in forgiving and providing another path.

Following men could have worked better. One thing that a man has stated that is still very true is: "Doing the same thing repeatedly that has failed again while expecting a different result." That is madness!

Everyone on this planet is at war, regardless of whether you know it or admit it. God declared war against Lucifer in the garden. We are both the pawns and the prizes; the sooner we come to that realization, the better off we will be. Who's side are you on? You will have to declare which one.

It's time for a reality check because where we are is just not good enough. A quote from the first movie, Blade, pretty much says it all.

"The world you live in is just a sugar-coated topping. There is another world beneath it. The real world."

Ephesians 6:12

King James Version

12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.

Don't overlook or dismiss the "Spiritual Realm" that controls this so-called physical world. When you discover that this place we live in is little more than a simulation and the spiritual is the real one, then your eyes will be opened, and hopefully, your heart will be opened to the only one who can save you.

John 14:6 New King James Version
Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.

When it comes down to where you will spend your eternity, the events of this world begin to pale in comparison, or at least they should. Be blessed; we don't have as much time as you think.

04/01/2024

I wrote this in response to an officer shooting back in 2014 or 2015.

After reading it again, I am struck by the fact that "good advice" never goes out of style, though some would suggest it does.

Having been shot at, engaged in nock-down drag fights with hardened criminals who vocally told me that they were not going back to jail, words that should always shake any cop to the core, and it did to me, every time.

I thought it might be worth repeating for educational purposes. Maybe it will prevent young cops from worrying about what the press might say instead of following their training. Let me allow a simple reminder.

OFFICER LIVES MATTER...

There is never a "News Cycle" where the "Police" are not under fire. Being a cop is not an easy job. You are likely underpaid and ten times more likely to be divorced. You will likely retire if you are not injured or killed suffering some "Health Issue."

The belief that most of us join to be "Bullies" on a power trip doesn't pass muster. I can be a bully, get paid much more, and have fewer headaches doing other things, like crime!

Most of the "Hate Mail" comes from ignorance of what the police can do and police procedure. Police are under more scrutiny than at any other time in law enforcement history. Police departments are so "lawsuit" shy that they write department policy that "handcuffs" officers before they begin! Still, they get the job done. The handcuffing comes from the politicos in the cities or counties where those departments function. Politics never protects the people unless it is by accident.

I am not here to be an apologist for any officers or departments in particular. I am here to educate the public, if they are open to it, regarding the use of force, specifically deadly force.

We have all heard the joke, "Don't bring a knife to a gunfight." It is funny and makes sense, but it may only sometimes be accurate.
Officers carry fi****ms, and it is not unusual for the bad guy to try to take that weapon away from the officer. Officers have lost their lives in such situations!

I have trained officers to maintain their weapons, and when fighting for their guns, they were instructed that all bets were off. They should assume that the person fighting for their weapon is trying to kill them! React accordingly, and be able to articulate your actions; you have case law and history on your side!

There is always a big uproar when an officer shoots an unarmed suspect, even when that suspect is fighting with the officer. News flash: if a person unarmed is in physical combat with the officer, "there is a gun in the fight!" Then it becomes more than a wrestling match! Marquis of Queensbury rules do not apply!

Another factoid: At 21 feet, seven yards, a person of average physical fitness can cover that ground with a knife in just a little over three seconds. When skilled, the officer can clear leather in three seconds, with some doing it under that mark. Either way, armed or unarmed, it will be a very bad day for one or both people.

That means the weapon may clear the holster but not be pointed at the suspect. Let's remember that an action is always faster than a reaction! The officer must react to the bad guy's actions already begun; they are already "late to the dance." That means the officer is going to get cut or killed before being able to respond to defend themselves! Funny, you don't hear the outcry when that happens; I wonder why?

Let's take the knife away! That officer is still in "deep do-do!" These are just the facts. I caught Hell a week ago when I called it a "Good Shoot." when the elderly motorist was shot by the officer when he exited his vehicle and grabbed a cane from the back of his truck. There is no requirement that a police officer must let someone stab, shoot, or be bludgeoned before defending themselves. That is not the rule, and it would not be brilliant to be accepted. It's just as foolish as believing that a "Martial Artist" is bound by oath to wait to be hit or attacked first!

Officers use basic self-defense techniques. One is simple, and it drilled into our heads from when we hit the academy until we retire. "The hands will kill you!" Reaching for things when officers tell you not to will get you shot. Hands in pockets when officers are telling you to stop will get you shot. Moving around and failing to follow directions can get you shot. Your intentions are unknown, so if you do anything that can be construed as making you a potential threat, it will not bode well for you.

Officers, if observant, will take clues from eye movement, such as scanning. It is a dead giveaway and has proceeded every police shooting where a lawless guy (s) attacked officers with and without weapons. It is a perfect predictor and will save you as a civilian as well.

So, in summation, just because a person has no visible weapon does not mean that person cannot hurt or kill you. It happens every day. Learn the signs and the next time a cop uses deadly force. Let the story play out; the truth will come out. It nearly always does.

03/26/2024

SOME PROBLEMS ARE REAL, AND OTHERS ARE MANUFACTURED...

Where influential people are present, some will do anything to remain in power.

There are powerful, influential people who earned their position through hard work. Others make their move through deception, lying, graft, and, yes, murder.

One of the best ways they select to manage lying and deceit is to manufacture problems—the more, the better! It is the "Socialist" number one play in the playbook, effective for dictators and despots throughout history. The sad thing is that it was first practiced in the "Garden of Eden" on "Eve!"

The "Satanic" plan for one world domination to usher in the "Age of Aquarius," more correctly known as the "The Great Tribulation."

It can best be described as "Creating Chaos to manage Chaos." Get the people all worked up about something that they caused, and then while everyone is pointing at the problem, they steal your liberties and rights and pour fear into the hearts of the people to the point that they would give up anything, including liberty.

If you doubt me, look to the "Lawfair," the open borders, the Ukraine issues, and the on-again, off-again support for "Israel," to name a few.

Toss in the complicit media, even "Fox News," and you have all the distractions that you could shake a stick at! Most of them are needless, and others are bulls**t so easily spoon-fed and swallowed.

I plan to vote my moral beliefs, but voting is not the answer alone. The root of the problem is spiritual, not political, though evil uses the political process to further its gain.

To those who disagree, time will tell. As they used to say back home, "Hide and watch."

03/21/2024

IS IT TRAINING, SUPERVISION? IT WAS SHOOTING NEEDLESS!!!

A.T.F. has been involved in another shooting, allegedly during the ex*****on of a search warrant at a private residence. The homeowner was listed in critical condition the last I checked, and one of the
A.T.F. people were also shot.

While details are sketchy, we know the target didn't have a criminal history. When one is placed in the position of depriving another person of their freedom or removing property from their residence or business, gathering as much information as possible on the target is customary.

He was a supervisor at an airport, and the "Agents" knew his work schedule. Based on my personal experience as a police officer, I have been involved in hundreds of search and arrest warrants over my 28 and a half years. This was a poorly thought-out and executed warrant. Forgive me for saying it. It is almost as if they were looking for and hopeful for a fight.

Regardless of the objective, the prime directive for any warrant, such as a person, persons, or contraband, must stay focused. If the target is contraband, sometimes it is more acceptable tactically to breach the building and get to the contraband as quickly as possible. This protects the evidence that might be flushed or destroyed before the police can access it.

Since this was an "Alcohol To***co and Fi****ms" warrant, we could assume that alcohol wasn't the object, nor was to***co, so that it would leave fi****ms as the primary objective. Which would lead a reasonable person to suspect that it would not, or could not be, "flushed" down a toilet.

The warrant was executed at 6 A.M. and resulted in a shootout. Here is where common sense takes a vacation, which gets lost too often when the "Federal Government" takes part in law enforcement actions, particularly search warrants.

I have run warrants with "A.T.F. and the F.B.I.," and I have little to no respect for their tactics or logic in such cases.

I have been the case agent in at least 50 such cases, briefing and assigning people to different tasks and investigating warrants. The top concern was always the safety of our officers and suspects. I placed my guys as number one when the shift was over, but ultimately, I want everybody on both sides of the law to finish with the same number of holes as they arrived.

What would have been wrong with arresting the man on his way to work, at work, or at lunch, then taking him back to his home, where he could point out or tell them where the "contraband" is suspected to be located?

Sure, we go in and execute the warrant and check for the item, but taking a little more time prevents the need for "gunplay."

I am a retired police officer. Due to the advent of "home invasions" and people saying they are police to gain entry, if somebody comes to my house at six or earlier in the morning, kicking my door, I can be pretty sure that they will be greeted with a hell of a lot more than "harsh language!"

It is sometimes expedient to rip doors off, smash windows, and ram doors to execute a search warrant, but those tactics are not always required!

Nobody would have been shot if I were in charge of this warrant; it just wasn't necessary.

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