American Legion to DHS: We’re not terrorists – WorldNetDaily – Posted 15 Apr 09
Read the DHS Report – PDF – Courtesy of FreedomAlliance.org
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Republicans criticize report on right-wing groups – Yahoo! News – 15 Apr 09
Statement by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano on the Threat of Right-Wing Extremism – DHS – 15 Apr 09
Napolitano defends right-wing risk report: Homeland security chief: Extremist veterans concern taken out of context – MSNBC – 16 Apr 09
DHS Report Plays on the Worst Veteran Stereotypes by Christian Lowe – Military.com – 16 Apr 09
The Thomas More Law Center, a national public interest law firm based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, announced that yesterday evening it filed a federal lawsuit against Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano – Thomas More Law Center – Posted 17 Apr 09
Just a Few of the Disgruntled and Disillusioned by Thomas D. Segel – Posted 18 Apr 09
Napolitano: Veterans are Targets of Right-Wing Extremist Recruiters – FoxNews – 19 Apr 09
I Am an Extremist by Col. Oliver North – Posted 19 Apr 09
Napolitano Draws Resignation Calls After Gaffes on Veterans, Canada – FoxNews – 23 Apr 09
Napolitano Apologizes to Veterans Group for ‘Rightwing Extremism’ Report – FoxNews – 24 Apr 09
Newsletter comment: Nothing surprises me these days. But I resent answering our country’s call to go to war and years later being branded as a potential ‘terrorist’ because I served my country in the Armed forces and dare to speak out when I disagree with policy, especially when I feel it is not in compliance with our Constitution.
Sounds to me like there are those in our own government that suffer from paranoia? This is a sad day in America…
Roger Young – co-editor
What a damn shame! We come home to people spitting on us, freinds shunning us, not finding jobs, having movies made about us as murderers of women and children and now this.
Hasn’t the liberals gotten their pound of flesh from us already only to dishonor our service and call us “terrorist”
My God, what’s next? Concentration Camps? Sieg Heil Obama!
Waldo,
I don’t believe the left that gave away South Vietnam to the Communists will ever have enough ‘pounds of flesh’ in their eyes.
The DHS study clearly targets any military veteran, including those who are returning today from Iraq and Afghanistan, as a potential threat. These brave men and women who once again answered the call when their nation asked for help deserve far better.
Every war veteran should be very concerned with this study. And in my opinion it dishonors all who have served in our Armed Forces and our comrades who made the ultimate sacrifice!
Clearly such studies suggest we served an “ungrateful nation”…
Brothers and Sisters. This just takes things to a level I hope many can comprehend. I can only agree with Bear and Waldo. We Veterans are and have been played for our votes for decades by the various administrations.
I personally think this report by DHS shows and demonstrates the true feelings about veterans in the political realm and this administration.
I find it amazing in another respect that we have the Legion condemning this report and the VFW willing to accept it in general terms. No others have spoken out publicly. This raises grave concerns to me relating to the various organizations that are supposed to be looking out for our interests as Veterans.
More important is how funding for Veterans is never enough. Yet there seems to be plenty of funds for Illegal Aliens and other left wing feel good programs.
Politicians, especially during election years laud us veterans with praise and support counting on us to re-elect them. Once elected they fall short of the promises and support proclaimed during their campaigns. Veterans are and have been played by politicians and its not entirely the veterans fault. for some reason whe we are tossed a bone by these politicians we sit and roll over in thanks and gratitude not realizing we are being bought and like the good dog used by the owner. We need to change that.
HOWEVER, once these politicians are elected and fail us why do we continue to re-elect them. Oh yes they tossed us the occassional bone for our continued support. That is on us in the veteran community. What we need to do is start making one term candidates out of those running until we get real support and proper funding. When we can elect a candidate that will ensure Veteran programs receive proper funding and get priority over agendas such as Illegal Aliens.
We have a classic example of that in this state of WA. We have two senators who toss us a lot of bones and happy feel good stuff. In the mean time they fully support freebie programs for those in this country illegally to include Social Security Benefits for those Illegals who are nothing but a drain on our society. why are they not interested in that kind of funding for those that have served this great land many doing so in Harms Way.
The truth is out. We are not as important as the politico’s would like to make us believe, Veterans need to wake up to some simple facts. The administration is not fooling this veteran. Napalitano’s so called apology fell on deaf ears for me. It was nothing more than classic CYA. The liberal left has never had anything good in mind for Americas veterans. This just brings it to the surface and into the open. So in that respect I thank them for that report. Disgusting as it is at least now some veterans know where they really stand. The author needs to be fired immediately as does Napalitano. But we know that will not happen.
More bones are on the way. Don’t forget in June all veterans with disability compensation will get their $250 stimulus check. Oh Joy I can’t wait. Its going to make such a big difference in my life. How about a real pay raise that is way overdue. Beyond the COLA increase. How about more funding for VA hospitals. How about greater efforts for those suffering from TBI. How about more timely and honest claims processing. And I can go on and on as you can.
Really tired of the two-faced politicians tossing us bones and we accepting them without getting real and into the real issues.
If being a proud veteran loving my country and supporting our Constitution makes me an extremist so be it. I have had other labels in my life and I can live with this one as well.
God Bless America
Chuck
“I, (NAME), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. So help me God.”
Perhaps their (DHS) paranoia is fueled by the fear that the oath we took still remains at the center core of our being, years after we took off our uniforms. That, in my humble opinion, makes veterans a very formidable group of people.
As for me personally, I have and will always until my last breath continue to “support and defend the Constitution of the United States against ‘all enemies, foreign and domestic,’ and that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same.” The day I was honorably discharged, for me personally, no other part of that sworn oath was valid. While I respect the office of the presidency and the congressional body of the House and Senate, the president and our elected representatives must prove to me by their acts and deeds in such a manner with honesty and integrity and with steadfast commitment to our Constitution and nation, whether or not I will support them. I have always held people accountable for their actions, regardless of their position/party affiliation/rank or title.
Our nation is teetering on a dangerous precipice, and we, the people, need to continue to be viligant and proactive, and help return our nation to its former great and noble self.
Pam
Brother and Sisters,
This is just another example of this administration dishonoring military veterans. Just a few weeks ago the White House floated a trial balloon for having veterans with service-connected disabilities reimburse any healthcare from the VA for such injuries charged to their private health insurance. That proposal quickly was shot down in flames with no formal apology from our President.
In my opinion, this clearly shows the Obama administration does NOT respect military veterans, and apparently fears them.
Perhaps this explains their efforts to cut military programs which will impact our national defense for years to come…
Today, VA opened up a new web page with attached blog for returning veterans from OIF & OEF at: http://www.oefoif.va.gov/
How many returning veterans are going to raise their concerns following the DHS study? Probably not many!
FAX TO WHITE HOUSE 20 APR 09 – [White House Fax 202-456-2461]:
President Obama:
You owe all military veterans an apology for the DHS assessment entitled, “Rightwing Extremism: Current Economic and Political Climate Fueling Resurgence in Radicalization and Recruitment”
Not to mention the trial balloon a few weeks back suggesting that veterans with a service-connected injury/illness should reimburse VA for such care from their own private healthcare insurance.
It is becoming very clear that this administration does NOT hold military veterans in very high esteem. I request a written response from the White House.
Sincerely,
Roger Young – Vietnam veteran
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After the latest gaffe with Secretary Napolitano regarding our Canadian neighbors, I believe it is time for her to resign or be fired.
This lady appears to be clueless about events that transpired leading up to 9-11, nor does she understand military veterans and their love for our country.
Her “apologies” are anything but, in fact they seem to be tainted with disdain for being put on the spot.
Is this the person we want or need to head DHS?
VIA FACSIMILE [White House] – 23 April 2009
Subject: Time for Secretary Napolitano to resign or be terminated
Mr. President:
Recently Secretary Napolitano offended many Americans in the DHS assessment that claims that military veterans are potential recruits for terrorism. Not to mention that the report also offended many of us that believe in our church, gun rights, etc. Those of us who have served our country during a time of war love our country and believe in our Constitution. Because one does not agree or raise our concerns with certain political philosophies does NOT make us a national security threat.
Now, Secretary Napolitano has offended our Canadian neighbors to the north. When just recently interviewed she indicated those whom attacked us on 9-11 had gained access from our U.S./Canadian border. That is simply not true!
It is very clear that Secretary Napolitano does not understand recent history, nor understands the devotion of military veterans to our beloved nation. She is only adding gaffe after gaffe as the days unfold. She is clearly not qualified to head the DHS while our country is at war. Frankly, she is an embarrassment to your administration.
On another issue of great importance, I believe it was a serious mistake to declassify interrogation memos while we are at war. History can judge if the Bush administration overstepped with such rules of interrogations. By releasing these memos it will certainly have a chilling effect on those who are responsible for gathering intelligence and who will interrogate those captured on the battlefield. As Commander-In-Chief, you have changed the rules of interrogation as is within your authority, but these declassified documents should not become fodder for a political witch-hunt against those who offered an opinion to the Bush administration as requested. When we are at war, it is NOT the time to score political points for the sake of potential political gain. It could also have serious ramifications for recruiting and retention of qualified people in our intelligence services and within our military.
Mr. President, you promised to bring us together as Americans. Secretary Napolitano’s repeated gaffes and the far reaching implications of hearings and indictments concerning interrogation techniques will only drive a deeper wedge between Americans. I ask you to reconsider.
Respectfully,
ROGER YOUNG
Vietnam veteran
Hi Everyone,
This is a call to action. I hope you will jump in and also get your friends involved.
Remove Napolitano as director of DHS!
History and recent developments are below.
History:
To keep is simple around the 15th of this month DHS released a report declaring that Veterans should be considered a potential threat to this county. Obviously outraging a lot of people. At least the American Legion had the courage to stand up to this.
A few days later Napolitano clarified the report claiming the concern was more about returning veterans and that they “MAY BE RECRUITED” by unnamed right wing extremist groups. Still this is not acceptable.
Basically this says Join the military and serve your country. If you go to Iraq or Afghanistan when you return home you will then be considered a threat to your own country. This is absolutely insane and unacceptable. Few have stepped up on this issue. This is the message to our military and those considering joining.
Now, in addition to declaring veterans a threat, Believers in the Constitution, gun owners and 2nd amendment rights groups, Anti Abortion groups, Christian Groups, anti-illegal immigration groups, and pretty much anything that reflects values and the heritage of this great nation is considered a threat and an extremist.
In other words:
“IF YOU DO NOT MAINTAIN AND SUPPORT THE ULTRA LEFT SOCIALIST AGENDA YOU ARE CONSIDERED A THREAT TO THIS GREAT NATION!
What gall and arrogance? This is clearly an over reach of power by those involved and a violation of your and my Constitutional Rights. How dare they even attempt this. Sounds like a little reflection of the mid and late 1930’s happening in Germany.
RECENT DEVELOPMENT:
Rep. John Carter (R-Tx) is pushing and mounting an effort to have Napolitano removed as director of DHS.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!
I would like to encourage all of you to contact your Reps in DC and demand they support this movement to have this woman removed from office. Please encourage your friends to do the same.
Napolitano has in making America a laughing stock and joke for our real enemies, and offending countries and people she should be able to rely on.
God Bless America
Sarge