This concerns all Christians, and all Christians should stand, to protect our freedom of speech and our right to religous freedom. I say again, if you don't approve of America's christian based values, leave. Do not invade our Christian values, our ceremonies, displays, or churches. Americas armed forces have fought for Americas values, and Christians will stand against your invasion. I ask that all Christians call the representatives of their states and address this blatant attack on Christianity. In my opinion, Governor Gregoire should be removed from her position as Governor.
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Turns out the holiday display by the Freedom from Religion folks has turned into quite a catalyst for religious conservatives.
Two more groups have emerged and are trying to set up their own Christmas displays at the state capital.
Larry Stickney, executive director of Washington Values Alliance, sent out an e-mail early this morning, saying the organization has applied for a permit to put up its own holiday display at the capital "to counter atheist's display."
He said he expects to get permission so the group can set up its display on Monday.
Scroll down to read about the tree-lighting ceremony tonight and about another protest demonstration on Sunday, led by grass-roots organizers.
And KIRO is reporting there's one more group jumping onto the bandwagon, too.
Jerry Cornfield of The (Everett) Herald wrote a piece back in April that gives some background on the consolidation of two family value groups.
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Washington Values Alliance blasts politically correct Olympia culture, seeks to counter atheist's display
Arlington, Washington - December 5, 2008 - Larry Stickney, President of the recently formed (October, 2008) Washington Values Alliance, criticized Governor Christine Gregoire today for allowing an out of state atheist group to set up a display under the capitol dome "for the sole purpose of antagonizing Christians and disrespecting the sacred holiday of Christmas."
Atheist sign
"Here is where Gregoire and other Olympia liberals' erroneous interpretation of free speech and the 1st Amendment breaks down," said Stickney. "In their world, it's okay to verbally pummel tens of thousands of Christians and disrespect their holidays, but don't you dare open your mouth disparagingly about a minority religion or a deviant sexual lifestyle or you will likely be fired and/or charged with a hate crime. In other words, the constitutional right to exercise free speech anytime and anywhere applies to liberals and their politically correct causes and classifications only."
Responding to the atheist's display, the Washington Values Alliance is fighting back with a Christmas display of its own for the capitol rotunda, submitting an application with the State Capitol Visitor Services on Thursday morning. "We are hoping our display (see below) will help neutralize the atheist's negative message of despair with the sacred Christmas message of hope for all mankind," said Stickney. "I was told we should receive our permit and be allowed to set up our display up on Monday, December 8.""Freedom of speech was never meant to be a license for fringe groups to insult and antagonize the rest of us. While we must all do our best to respect the opinion of those we don't agree with, the 1st Amendment also guarantees our constitutional right to carry on our nation's religious culture and traditions and we should be able to do so without petty harassment," Stickney continued.Atheist sign"The bottom line is this: The atheist's display is in bad taste and it was a bad call to give them a permit at this time of year. There remains something in this world called civility. Allowing groups like these to thumb their nose at those who believe in God during the sacred Christmas holiday season runs counter to sensible decorum and keeping the peace. There are many appropriate forums, both public and private for these folks to promote atheism, this isn't one of them."
The mission of the Washington Values Alliance is to promote and reinforce the fundamental American principles of individual liberty, personal responsibility, free enterprise and limited government; to encourage respect for the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Washington; and to vigorously defend human life, the institution of marriage, religious freedom, and Judeo-Christian values
Monday, December 8, 2008
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Keeping "Christ" in Christmas
Sent to me in an email from The American Center for Law and Justice
As we celebrate the Christmas season, The American Center for Law and Justice want to make sure that you have the opportunity to celebrate the holiday according to your religious beliefs. It’s important to understand that expressing your faith during this special time of year is constitutionally protected. But, there are important guidelines that must be followed to ensure that such expression takes place within the proper context protected by the Constitution.
The ACLJ has prepared resource information that clearly spells out what is permissible when it comes to expressing the religious origins of the holiday season by erecting nativity scenes in your community.
Although holiday observances are constitutionally permissible, there is a concern that local school districts may feel pressure to censor religious expression during Christmas. That’s exactly why The American Center for Law and Justice has put together an easy-to-read informational letter that provides answers to questions, which are most commonly asked regarding the rights of students and teachers to participate in these observances. You can read the letter at American Center for Law and Justice.
At the same time, The American Center for Law and Justice will continue to work to protect your religious and constitutional right – especially during the Christmas season.
Please visit the American Center for Law and Justice regularly, as they work to ensure our rights in other areas.
As we celebrate the Christmas season, The American Center for Law and Justice want to make sure that you have the opportunity to celebrate the holiday according to your religious beliefs. It’s important to understand that expressing your faith during this special time of year is constitutionally protected. But, there are important guidelines that must be followed to ensure that such expression takes place within the proper context protected by the Constitution.
The ACLJ has prepared resource information that clearly spells out what is permissible when it comes to expressing the religious origins of the holiday season by erecting nativity scenes in your community.
Although holiday observances are constitutionally permissible, there is a concern that local school districts may feel pressure to censor religious expression during Christmas. That’s exactly why The American Center for Law and Justice has put together an easy-to-read informational letter that provides answers to questions, which are most commonly asked regarding the rights of students and teachers to participate in these observances. You can read the letter at American Center for Law and Justice.
At the same time, The American Center for Law and Justice will continue to work to protect your religious and constitutional right – especially during the Christmas season.
Please visit the American Center for Law and Justice regularly, as they work to ensure our rights in other areas.
Monday, December 1, 2008
Where is the Good Samaritan?
Sent to me in e-mail.
One man was killed. And, at least four people, including a woman eight months pregnant, were taken to the hospital, after being trampled during, the after Thanksgiving sale at Wal-Mart, when 2000 bargain hunters stormed the door. And a shooting at a Toys R Us store.
The items on sale at the Wal-Mart included a Samsung 50-inch Plasma HDTV for $798, a Bissel Compact Upright Vacuum for $28, a Samsung 10.2 megapixel digital camera for $69 and DVDs such as “The Incredible Hulk” for $9.00
My comment is; How can this happen and why does this happen. This is not about saving a few bucks; this is about the total lack of valuing human life. The news reported the shoppers were upset because the stores were closed due to the tragedies.
My question is: Could this be the result of, so called Americans, that have fought for years to take God, Prayer, In God we Trust, and the Ten Commandments out of our schools, armed forces, cities, state, government, off our money, and even our churches.
I THINK IT’S TIME TO PUT GOD BACK IN OUR COUNTRY AND STAND UP TO THE SO CALLED AMERICANS FIGHTING TO TAKE OUR LORD OUT.
One man was killed. And, at least four people, including a woman eight months pregnant, were taken to the hospital, after being trampled during, the after Thanksgiving sale at Wal-Mart, when 2000 bargain hunters stormed the door. And a shooting at a Toys R Us store.
The items on sale at the Wal-Mart included a Samsung 50-inch Plasma HDTV for $798, a Bissel Compact Upright Vacuum for $28, a Samsung 10.2 megapixel digital camera for $69 and DVDs such as “The Incredible Hulk” for $9.00
My comment is; How can this happen and why does this happen. This is not about saving a few bucks; this is about the total lack of valuing human life. The news reported the shoppers were upset because the stores were closed due to the tragedies.
My question is: Could this be the result of, so called Americans, that have fought for years to take God, Prayer, In God we Trust, and the Ten Commandments out of our schools, armed forces, cities, state, government, off our money, and even our churches.
I THINK IT’S TIME TO PUT GOD BACK IN OUR COUNTRY AND STAND UP TO THE SO CALLED AMERICANS FIGHTING TO TAKE OUR LORD OUT.
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