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Tuesday, August 31, 2021
'An Ultimate Betrayal' Of Those Stranded
Pete Hegseth told @dbongino that he has been carrying the names of the 13 fallen heroes with him because their ‘names cannot be forgotten.’ pic.twitter.com/bl9vbALCtc
— Unfiltered with Dan Bongino (@UnfilteredOnFox) August 31, 2021
So, The Taliban Are Our Friends, Or What?
Biden National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan refuses to call the Taliban an enemy: “Hard to put a label on it" pic.twitter.com/LrOdjNP3pL
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) August 31, 2021
Biden 'Approval' Number Hits Another Low!
The Rasmussen Reports daily Presidential Tracking Poll for Tuesday shows that 44% of Likely U.S. Voters approve of President Biden’s job performance. Fifty-four percent (54%) disapprove. Biden's numbers have been steadily decreasing since the Afghanistan fiasco.
The latest figures include 25% who strongly approve of the job Biden is doing and 45% who strongly disapprove. This gives him a presidential approval index rating of negative 20. Not good! BTW: The 44% approval figure is the lowest number of Biden's presidency so far.
Monday, August 30, 2021
Bungling Biden Calls Black Advisor 'Boy'
Not only does Biden not sound great here, but also called Cedric Richmond "boy," something the left would lose it if he were a Republican: "I'm here with -- with my senior adviser a boy who knows Louisiana very, very well -- man -- and -- and New Orleans, Cedric Richmond." pic.twitter.com/T11qNAGJhu
— Curtis Houck (@CurtisHouck) August 30, 2021
Remembering These Brave Fallen Heroes!
Remember the 13.
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 30, 2021
Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/Ilvij8FjHE
Voters Turn Against Biden; Give Him 'Poor' Grade
Voters have turned sharply against President Joe Biden on his handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal, and most believe that hundreds of Americans will be left behind after the August 31 deadline.
A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that only 32% of likely U.S. voters rate the Biden administration’s handling of the current situation in Afghanistan good or excellent, while 52% rate it poor. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
Fifty percent (50%) of voters say Biden’s determination to withdraw all U.S. military forces from Afghanistan by Tuesday’s deadline is a bad decision, while just 34% think it’s a good decision and another 16% are not sure. This marks a drastic decline in support for Biden’s Afghanistan policy.
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NJ State Offices Need To Reopen NOW!
New Jersey state Senator Kristin Corrado called on Governor Phil Murphy to reopen State government offices, including unemployment walk-in centers, immediately.
“We’ve heard too many excuses from Governor Murphy for his refusal to reopen walk-in unemployment centers. October 18 is a month and a half away—that’s not good enough,” said Corrado (R-40). “My office continues to hear from hundreds of unemployed workers who can’t resolve their claims online or over the phone to get the benefits they’re owed. It’s unbelievable they still can’t walk into an unemployment center to quickly resolve whatever issues they’re having in a face-to-face conversation. Governor Murphy needs to reopen these walk-in centers and other public-facing offices immediately.”
Corrado has been pressing the Murphy Administration to reopen State government offices for several months. On April 26, 2021, Sens. Corrado and Weinberg called on the Department of Labor and the Murphy Administration to open unemployment offices for in-person sessions so unemployed workers could have their claims settled, particularly claims that have been flagged as fraudulent.
“Unemployment fraud is a serious problem and submitting identifying documents via the online portal is also not as easy as it should be. Sometimes, documents get rejected and people are redirected to start the process all over again,” added Corrado. “This is yet another reason why in-person service needs to resume right now. Much like the Motor Vehicle Commission, New Jerseyans should be able to walk into an unemployment office and simply present the appropriate documentation to prove their identity.”
On June 1, 2021, Corrado once again pressured the Murphy Administration by introducing legislation, S-3831, that required the State’s One-Stop Career Centers to reopen immediately and remain open to provide services to the public.
“These offices have an important role to play in supporting New Jersey’s economic recovery beyond helping resolve outstanding unemployment claims,” said Corrado. “We’ve heard repeatedly from employers that they’re having a hard time finding employees to fill all the jobs they’re creating as they attempt to reopen fully. Unfortunately, they’re getting no help from shuttered One-Stop Career Centers that should be open to help match job seekers with employment opportunities.”
“This far into the pandemic, hard-working New Jersey residents still cannot get their checks, cannot get answers, and cannot even speak in person with people who may be able to help,” added Corrado. “The Murphy Administration needs to reopen all State government offices now so that New Jerseyans can get the support they deserve.”
Sunday, August 29, 2021
It's Hard To Believe -- But Eminently True!
A facebook friend writes:
"In the first seven months of his Presidency, Obama gave 133 interviews, President Trump gave 55 and Joe has given nine. In at least the last two press conferences where he read every word, he admitted that he was 'instructed' on who to call on for questions.Is this real? Is this actually happening? Are we actually witnessing this?"
Christie Nails It - AND Shows The Way Forward!
Sometimes we wonder what would have happened if Chris Christie had run for president in 2012 when so many people were calling for him to get into the race. It's all pure speculation now. But had Christie run and triumphed, things might be a lot different right now.
"This is an incompetent administration led by an incompetent president, supported by a marginalized and incompetent vice president and a staff that cares only about spreading liberalism throughout this country. And that’s it, Guy. There’s no other conclusion to come to. And really, in many respects, the country is going to turn out to have been fortunate that it’s been displayed this early in the Biden administration so we can begin to take much more aggressive steps against this administration with the midterms coming up in 2022.”
Receiving Fallen Heroes, He CHECKS HIS WATCH!
Watch the clip.Biden appears to check his watch during the dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base. pic.twitter.com/oMsBefnmfS
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 29, 2021
Their Lives Had Only Just Begun . . .
Nicole L. Gee, 23
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 29, 2021
Maxton Soviak, 22
Kareem M. Nikoui, 20
David L. Espinoza, 20
Rylee McCollum, 20
Jared M. Schmitz, 20
Hunter Lopez, 22
Daegan Page, 23
Ryan Knauss, 23
Darin T. Hoover, 31
Johanny Rosariopichardo, 25
Humberto A. Sanchez, 22
Dylan R. Merola, 20
REST IN PEACE. 🙏🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/ymD4xizbEG
Less Than Half View Fauci Favorably
Less than half of Americans now have a favorable opinion of Dr. Anthony Fauci, although most still want to follow the COVID-19 expert’s advice on dealing with the pandemic.
The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that 44% of American adults have a favorable impression of Fauci, including 27% whose view of him is very favorable. Forty-two percent (42%) view Fauci unfavorably, including 29% whose opinion of him is very unfavorable. Fourteen percent (14%) are not sure. Note that more view Fauci as very unfavorable than those who view him as very favorable. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
Saturday, August 28, 2021
Names And Faces: Six More Who Perished
Rest In Peace, Johanny Rosario.
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 28, 2021
Sgt. Rosario was a Marine from Lawrence, Massachusetts.
In May, she was honored by her unit, the Naval Amphibious Force, Task Force 51/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade. pic.twitter.com/qEmd3DoxSI
Rest In Peace, Hunter Lopez.
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 27, 2021
Hunter’s father and mother serve their community in law enforcement and he was planning on joining the sheriff's department like his parents when he returned from deployment. pic.twitter.com/jU5BC6d697
Rest In Peace, Nicole Gee.
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 28, 2021
Nicole was just 23 years old.
As one of her best friends put it, “She was a Marine’s Marine” pic.twitter.com/bYsSgBtHK7
Rest In Peace, Humberto Sanchez.
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 28, 2021
Cpl. Sanchez was a Marine from Logansport, Indiana.
Logansport Mayor Chris Martin: "This young man had not yet even turned 30 and still had his entire life ahead of him," pic.twitter.com/NVCdi0A22l
Rest In Peace, Ryan Knauss
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 27, 2021
According to family members, Ryan wanted to be a Marine ever since he was a child and even wrote it in his 2nd grade yearbook. pic.twitter.com/1ZkYJAGlrw
Rest In Peace, Ryan Knauss
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 27, 2021
According to family members, Ryan wanted to be a Marine ever since he was a child and even wrote it in his 2nd grade yearbook. pic.twitter.com/1ZkYJAGlrw
Friday, August 27, 2021
NJ Legislators Want Refugees Fully Vetted
Almost 10,000 Afghan refugees fleeing the turmoil in their homeland will be coming to New Jersey, and Senate Republicans are calling on New Jersey’s Department of Homeland Security and Preparedness to ensure they are thoroughly vetted.
Senators Robert Singer, Chris Connors, Jim Holzapfel, Sam Thompson and Declan O’Scanlon today wrote to NJ Homeland Director Laurie R. Duran emphasizing the need to protect New Jersey residents from possible terrorists who may have circumvented checkpoints and federal screening on the ground in Kabul before boarding flights to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
In the letter (click here for PDF), the Senators said: “Our nation made a commitment to our Afghan allies who supported U.S. troops while they were serving abroad, but we also have a commitment to maintaining the security of New Jerseyans here at home. You must fully vet all incoming refugees to ensure that potentially dangerous individuals didn’t try to take advantage of the chaos of President Biden’s evacuation from Afghanistan to infiltrate the United States.”
The full text of the letter is below:
Director Doran,
The first influx of an anticipated 10,000 Afghan refugees to New Jersey has already arrived, and soon these displaced individuals and families will be assimilating into our communities.
In light of the chaos surrounding the extraction of both American citizens and displaced Afghanis, and in your role as the Director of the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, we are urging your office to mobilize immediately to conduct thorough security vetting of each and every refugee that cycles through the joint base and into New Jersey.
We have all viewed the disturbing scenes on the ground in Kabul. While federal officials are doing their best to screen refugees and conduct background checks, the process is fraught with complications due to the changing dynamics. Even under the best circumstances, no vetting system is flawless. Under the nightmarish conditions at the airport in Kabul, reliable vetting is almost impossible.
Our nation made a commitment to our Afghan allies who supported U.S. troops while they were serving abroad, but we also have a commitment to maintaining the security of New Jerseyans here at home. You must fully vet all incoming refugees to ensure that potentially dangerous individuals didn’t try to take advantage of the chaos of President Biden’s evacuation from Afghanistan to infiltrate the United States.
We are hopeful your office is prepared to complete the diligence required to safeguard our people, families and communities as we welcome new arrivals to our state.
Sincerely,
Robert Singer
Senator, 30th District
Chris Connors
Senator, 9th District
James Holzapfel
Senator, 10th District
Sam Thompson
Senator, 12th District
Declan O’Scanlon
Senator, 13th District
Yet Another Hero Has Come To Be Known
Rest In Peace, Taylor Hoover.
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 27, 2021
Taylor was a Marine from Utah and his family describe him as a hero.
Hoover’s father said in a statement:
“He did what he loved, was leading his men and was with them to the end. He loved these United States and proved it by his service.” pic.twitter.com/vu4zZWV7nH
A Total, Disastrous, Clueless Embarrassment!
How Biden abruptly ended his announcement yesterday that 13 of our military had been killed in Afghantistan on his watch:
“Listen, I gotta go. I seriously have a meeting I gotta get to"
Anguish: They Were Real People With Real Lives!
This is Max.
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 27, 2021
Max perished at the hand of Islamic Extremist terror in Kabul yesterday.
Max was a Navy medic.
Max was from Ohio.
Max graduated high school in 2017.
Max did not have to die.
Joe Biden owns this. pic.twitter.com/gNWPtMgEMh
Rylee McCollum, a Marine killed in Afghanistan, was expecting a baby in 3 weeks.
— Kayleigh McEnany (@kayleighmcenany) August 27, 2021
Breaks my heart & brings tears to my eyes. Rylee's sweet baby will FOREVER know what a HERO his or her father is. Thank you, Rylee, for your sacrifice.
Pray for his family.https://t.co/67fWDi16y6
Rest In Peace, Jared Schmitz.
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) August 27, 2021
Jared, a young Marine from Missouri was in Afghanistan for just two weeks.
His father said he “has never seen a young man train as hard as he did to be the best soldier he can be.” pic.twitter.com/RzSqNtFsRC
American hero, RIP. 🙏🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 https://t.co/0VXvsgJlDO
— Harmeet K. Dhillon (@pnjaban) August 27, 2021
Remember Them: Americans Killed in Kabul Include a Texan and a Father-to-Be https://t.co/nIT9CjIaVB
— PJ Media (@PJMedia_com) August 27, 2021
President Trump Statement On Kabul Killings
God I miss him! This is what a REAL President looks and sounds like! pic.twitter.com/9rMLj2Kiuq
— Kevin Tober (@KevinTober94) August 27, 2021
Don't Miss Matt Rooney, Noon Today On 1210
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— Matt Rooney (@MattRooneyNJ) August 27, 2021
FYI: Filling in for @DomShow1210 today from Noon-3 on @1210WPHT!
We've got a helluva line-up for you, too:
- NJGOP gubernatorial nominee @Jack4NJ
- PA U.S. Senate candidate @SeanParnellUSA
- Assemblyman and Navy SEAL @Ryan_Peters1
- Congressman Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.) pic.twitter.com/0ocJSJsKo9
Thursday, August 26, 2021
Sen. Blackburn: Biden, Others Need To Resign
Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Antony Blinken, Lloyd Austin and General Milley should all resign or face impeachment and removal from office.
— Sen. Marsha Blackburn (@MarshaBlackburn) August 26, 2021
Joe Must Go And We've Had Our Phil, Too!
A facebook friend writes: "The Executive Branch in DC is no different than the Executive Branch in NJ. Phil Murphy and Joe Biden share all of the same views and are equally unaccountable to the people they are supposed to serve."
Senator Hawley Calls On Biden To Resign
My further statement on Joe Biden’s abject failure in Afghanistan that is costing American lives by the hour pic.twitter.com/KaHVMYbKTe
— Josh Hawley (@HawleyMO) August 26, 2021
Parnell: Biden Must Resign Or Be Removed!
Joe Biden has lost the moral authority to lead our nation. Americans are now dead because of his incompetence. It didn’t have to be this way.
— Sean Parnell (@SeanParnellUSA) August 26, 2021
He should resign as Commander in Chief. pic.twitter.com/oka0zSLaBK
Bartos: Biden Must Resign Or Be Removed
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Biden Poll Numbers Hit New Low; Consumer Confidence Drops Again
The polls don't look good for Joe Biden and the numbers aren't improving. The Rasmussen Reports daily Presidential Tracking Poll for today shows that just 44% of likely U.S. voters approve of President Biden’s job performance. Fifty-five percent (55%) disapprove. That's a double-digit gap!
The latest figures include only 24% who strongly approve of the job Biden is doing and 45% who strongly disapprove. This gives him a dismal Presidential Approval Index rating of negative 21.
And there's more bad news for Biden & Co. Economic confidence fell again to 106.6 in this month’s Rasmussen Reports Economic Index, down more than two points from last month, the third consecutive monthly decline.
Enthusiasm about the economy surged under former President Trump, reaching as high as 147.8 in January 2020.
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Murphy Blasted For Imperious Natural Gas Ban!
New Jersey state Senator Anthony Bucco said Governor Phil Murphy should rethink his plan to prohibit newly constructed homes and businesses from having access to affordable and reliable natural gas.
“Governor Murphy’s new Energy Master Plan acknowledges that 75% of existing residences in the state are heated with natural gas,” said Bucco (R-25). “That so many New Jersey families currently depend on natural gas is not a coincidence. It’s affordable, reliable for heating and cooking, and dependable for emergency standby power generation when electric lines are knocked out during storms like Sandy.”
Bucco said maintaining natural gas systems provides a critical level of redundancy in emergency situations when electric-grid power is unavailable.
“People deserve to make choices about what level of risk they are willing to take with their own homes,” said Bucco. “While some people may place greater value on the environmental benefits of using fully electric appliances, others have legitimate concerns about losing the ability that is provided by natural gas to heat their homes, cook food, or run a standby generator to power a sump pump or refrigerator when the power goes out. A one-size-fits-all approach shouldn’t be forced on everyone.”
Bucco also noted that removing natural gas connections as an option for new construction could lead to dramatically higher energy prices for consumers.
“Some experts have said that the governor’s plan to force consumers to use electric appliances could double or triple their energy bills,” added Bucco. “When so many middle-class families and small businesses are already struggling to survive, Governor Murphy shouldn’t be working to drive their utility bills through the roof. It’s a hidden energy tax that New Jersey just can’t afford.”
NJ Dems Pull Another Stunt; Block GOP Senator
New Jersey state Senate Republican Whip Joe Pennacchio released the following statement on the swearing-in Monday of Vincent Polistina, replacing former Senator Chris Brown who stepped down to accept a job in the Murphy Administration:
“Senator Polistina should be rightfully recognized as the representative of the residents of the 2nd Legislative District. To the extent that some may have concerns regarding the legitimacy of the swearing in, it’s important to acknowledge there are remedies. We don’t have to bring everyone back to Trenton for a swearing in. The Senate can quorum remotely, and Polistina can take the oath anywhere, any time.
“There was a similar vacancy in the Assembly recently. A new Assemblywoman took the oath on a day without a quorum. It appears Democrat leadership understood the importance of maintaining the continuity of district offices and constituent services and administered the oath so she could get to work on behalf of the residents. When the Legislature reconvened in May, she was formally sworn in.
“The only reason to deny Polistina and the residents of the 2nd District the same opportunity may boil down to nothing more than partisan politics.
“The residents of the district deserve to have Senate representation, especially now during the health emergency declared by the Governor. People need someone fighting for them, to help take care of the mess the administration has caused with unemployment, motor vehicles, and the handling of the pandemic. They can’t afford to wait three long months for help.
“It is shameful that politics continues to rear its ugly head during this emergency. It’s time to put the petty, partisan politics aside and do what’s right for the residents of the 2nd District.”
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
He Ought To Be Ashamed Of Himself . . .
. . . . But he has no shame!REPORTER: “Can you guarantee every American will be out before the troops leave?”
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) August 24, 2021
BIDEN: *walks away* pic.twitter.com/VCFS35XWpM
Biden Poll Numbers Hit Lowest Level Yet!
The latest figures include 26% who strongly approve of the job Biden is doing and 47% who strongly disapprove. This gives him a net presidential approval index rating of -21.
And there's more bad news for Biden. A new Rasmussen national telephone and online survey finds that 59% of likely U.S. voters believe the Biden administration is not doing enough to evacuate Americans from Afghanistan. Twenty-eight percent (28%) say the Biden administration is doing enough to rescue Americans. Thirteen percent (13%) are not sure. That translates into a net approval rating of -31.
Monday, August 23, 2021
What The Hell Happened To Garden State Park?
The Rules Are For You - But NOT For Her!
As 10,000 + Americans are trapped in Afghanistan with no way to get to the airport, Speaker Pelosi was hanging out with rich unmasked Democratic donors at a fancy fundraiser in Napa. pic.twitter.com/01RPxX5LZq
— American-ka 🇺🇸🦅🇵🇱 (@american_ka) August 22, 2021
Yes, Some Of Us Remember - Fondly!
Do You Remember? 😀😀😀 pic.twitter.com/Jlo4g3WCxt
— American-ka 🇺🇸🦅🇵🇱 (@american_ka) August 23, 2021
Sunday, August 22, 2021
Does It Get Any Worse Than This? Just Wait!
Sleep well, Allies! pic.twitter.com/FaqaCi6zQc
— Chris Stigall (@ChrisStigall) August 22, 2021
Liberal Big Shots Dance While Afghanistan Falls
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer looks like he's having a great time with Stephen Colbert. #kabulairport #AfghanistanCrisis pic.twitter.com/0dwgpWCIe6
— TJDMCR - 716 OG (@TJDMCR) August 21, 2021