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Roots in Ripon - The Gettysburg Address

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27 June 2016

Chuck Roots

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The Gettysburg Address

Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address is a literary pièce de résistance. This brief two-minute speech has captivated historians and all lovers of America for the past 150-plus years. 

It has been erroneously reported that President Lincoln wrote this speech while riding the train from Washington, DC to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. In fact, he began writing the speech in the White House using White House letterhead stationary. His normal approach in crafting a speech was to work on it well in advance of the event. It is surmised by historians in this case that the Address had not been completed until after arriving at Gettysburg. The reason given that debunks his having written the Address on the train points out that his handwriting was the same as all other documents he had written – a challenging feat on a rocking and rolling train in 1863!

Communist Party Revolution - Coming to a City Near You?

I'm not sure what city this "protest" took place in, but you can see that the signs are not hand made, but professionally produced.  Note the "revcom.us" at the bottom of them.  (Photo didn't copy)

What is "revcom"?  It is the Revolutionary Communist Party, USA.  Remember Rosa DeLaura's support for the new roof on the building that houses the CT Communist Party in New Haven?

Corey Calls on Candidates to Stop Using Tragedies to Raise Money

Stop Using Tragedies to Raise Campaign Funds

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26 June 2016

HARTFORD, CT - Following the recent Congressional sit-in, Matthew Corey, candidate for U.S. Congress (Connecticut - District 1), made the following statement:

"John Larson and the entire Connecticut delegation want to make this election about a single issue - Gun violence. John Larson's lack of leadership and poor communication skills recently led to a 60’s style sit-in on the House floor - which must have brought back fond memories for a man who was fortunate enough not to have served in Vietnam, but let down those who served in his place by voting against the Veterans Accountability Act. Let’s see how much of the funds his party raised with this publicity stunt will be donated to the victims of the Orlando tragedy.

John Larson said people were sharing stories about gun violence in their districts. I wonder if he shared all the stories of Hartford, which had the highest murder rate in New England in 2015? I am also curious about whether our representative from New Haven shared her stories on how violent New Haven has become.

"FROM BEHIND BARS" - A Series, Part 45 - New Year's Day

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This is the forty fifth in a series of letters written by someone currently in the custody of the Connecticut Department of Correction.  Three times per week, Mon., Wed., and Friday, one letter will be published until we catch up to the present day.

In this issue, our correspondent talks about spending Christmas Eve at Uconn Medical Center which reveal two disks giving out, hoping his cousin will visit, looking forward to having an advocate after getting married, not remembering his flight number from USAF basic training, filing a habius corpus, his mother meeting the great-grand kids for the first time, the Bridgeport cop who shot himself in the doughnut shop, school.

Most of us likely don't know anyone who is incarcerated; much less do we correspond with

Roots in Ripon - Lessons from Lincoln

Chuck Roots

Roots in Ripon

20 June 2016

Chuck Roots

www.chuckroots.com

Lessons from Lincoln

I find great comfort and strength from reading the writings of our nation’s more noble characters, not the least of which is Abraham Lincoln. Often maligned today by revisionist historians who have no appreciation nor understanding of the times within which our predecessors lived, President Abe Lincoln was as plain and ordinary as a fence post.

But, oh! the depth of this man! Here was a thinking man, a man who wrestled with the hard issues of life long before the mantle of President of the United States was placed upon his shoulders. 

Born in 1809, Lincoln grew up in a log cabin, working the land by the sweat of his brow. He also had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, reading at night by the glow of the coals in the fireplace. He would walk miles to borrow a book to read, and then return it again. He was a great listener, taking the time to hear people recount their troubles and woes, a practice he continued even during his time in the White House. 

Connecticut Trees of Honor - Funds Dwindling

Dear Friends of the Connecticut Trees of Honor Memorial,

John Pistone on Second Amendment Rights

John Pistone, independent 5th district

candidate for Congress

After every tragedy or shooting politicians and gun control activist continue to exploit these tragedies as a means to accomplish their gun control agenda. Research shows gun control does not protect us, as many ill informed politicians believe, and threatens our constitutional Second Amendment rights.

The reality is gun control laws will never prevent or reduce mass shooting,or deter terrorist. Criminals or terrorist don't obey laws, period. A disturbed individual with a deranged mind who decides to kill or inflict harm will always find a way to get a weapon to carry out their warped agenda.

We need to adequately enforce our laws and hold people accountable for their actions. Instead of blaming the weapon we need to blame the person who is pulling the trigger. If elected, I plan on working with the NRA, the gun rights of America and other organizations that stand up for our Second Amendment rights. I believe by working together we can accomplish a plan that moves in the direction of progress instead of politics. www.pistoneforcongress.net  www.pistoneforcongress.org

Agreed.  Editor 

Goodspeed Musicals - Sneak Peak, Bye Bye Birdie!

Carter: "What is going on in Washington DC?"

June 21, 2016                                                 Contact: Info@Carter2016.com Carter: "What is going on in Washington DC?"    BETHEL, CT – Today, Republican U.S. Senate Candidate Dan Carter commented on the ongoing developments in the investigation and response to the terror attack on the LGBTQ night club in Orlando:  "Today the Department of Justice couldn't decide whether to share with the public critical information that illustrates the motives of a terrorist while at the same time Connecticut's junior Senator accused Republicans of selling weapons to terrorists," Carter said. "Is this really the best our government can do when responding to a terrorist attack that killed 49 innocent Americans and injured another 53?"   "Americans have come to expect very little from their government, but I am damn sure they expect more than this," Carter added.   "In an interview over the weekend Senator Murphy couldn't identify one law that they'd be voting on today that would have prevented last week’s terror attack, or for that matter, the Boston Marathon terrorist attack or the San Bernadino attacks," Carter said. "Clearly, Senator Murphy’s filibuster theatrics were more about distracting from the truth than finding solutions and helping the families find closure."   "What in God's name is going on in Washington DC?" asked Carter. "Where are the calls from Senator Blumenthal for openness and transparency at the Department of Justice in releasing the actual transcripts of the terrorists calls to law enforcement? Eye witnesses have already provided these details, and now the federal government is covering it up? Why?"  "Last week Senator Murphy said Republicans were complicit in the attack in Orlando, today he equated the gun used in last week's attack to the airplanes used on September 11th and even went so far as to say that Republicans were responsible for putting these weapons in the hands of terrorists," Carter said. "But wasn't it Senator Blumenthal who voted to give billions of dollars to Iran, the world's largest state sponsor of terror?"   "Will Senator Blumenthal denounce the inflammatory language used by his colleague that does nothing but promote an agenda and help raise campaign cash?" Carter said. "Washington cannot work until this kind of pandering stops. We need some adults in the room who will take the threat of terror seriously and not as an excuse to raise money and political profiles."  "I understand Senator Murphy believes he's auditioning for the role of Vice President, but there's real work to be done and there's no time to waste," Carter said. "Senator Blumenthal, where are your solutions? Where are your inquiries? We deserve better from Senator Blumenthal. After all these years you'd think he knows better."                                                                  ### CONTRIBUTE

"FROM BEHIND BARS" - A Series, Part 44 - Day 1100

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This is the forty fourth in a series of letters written by someone currently in the custody of the Connecticut Department of Correction.  Three times per week, Mon., Wed., and Friday, one letter will be published until we catch up to the present day.

In this issue, our correspondent talks about his petition to the state supreme court for an appeal, having to sue for medical treatment, losing a cell mate after 21 months, getting married, the changing leaves, etc.

Most of us likely don't know anyone who is incarcerated; much less do we correspond with

Silver Alert - Bristol Teen Missing

BRISTOL – Police are looking for a 14-year-old girl who went missing Sunday.

A Silver Alert was issued for Cristal Cleveland, who is a described as a white girl with sandy hair and green eyes.  She is 5’ and 100 pounds, and was last seen wearing a green shirt, white tank top, gray shorts and blue sneakers.

Police said she suffers from depression ADD and has blackout episodes.

If you have any information on her whereabouts, you are asked to call Bristol Police at 860-584-3000.

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Dan Carter to be Special Guest at Crouch for Senate Fundraiser June 30

Crouch for Senate - 19th District
Contact: Devin Keehner Phone: (860) 204-2566
Email: devin@summitcomct.com

For Immediate Release

Barbara Richardson Crouch Wine Tasting

Come enjoy a wine tasting with Barbara Richardson Crouch June 30th from 6:30 PM - 8 PM at the Maugle Sierra Vineyards LLC.

Barbara Richardson Crouch is the Republican nominee in the 19th Senatorial District and is challenging Cathy Osten for her senate seat. Barbara is running to stop the fiscal madness in Hartford and to put out the welcome mat for businesses and working families in Connecticut.

Special guest and Republican Nominee for Senate Dan Carter will be also be in attendance. Making this a great opportunity to meet both State and Federal Candidates.

St. Jude Children's Hospital - Strength to Carry On

Strength to carry on As a St. Jude patient, Kristina built a special friendship. Today, she plans to share her friend’s message of strength in order to inspire other patients. Read her story.
	Strikeouts for St. Jude Read how this baseball team found a way to give back by turning the game into a home run for St. Jude kids. Give the gift of treatment, play or celebration See how a gift of donation can provide the tools to treat the kids of St. Jude. Graduation day at St. Jude These St. Jude kindergarteners don their caps and gowns for a milestone worth celebrating.

Upcoming Events - Friends of NRA New England

Upcoming Friends of NRA Events:

Join Second Amendment supporters in your community for an evening of food, fellowship, and fundraising for the shooting sports!

08/27/16 - Northwest Connecticut | 6:00 PM | Harwinton, CT
09/16/16 - Greater Androscoggin | 5:00 PM | Lewiston, ME
09/17/16 - Tri Rivers | 5:30 PM | Franklin, NH
09/23/16 - Northeast Kingdom | 5:30 PM | St. Johnsbury, VT
09/23/16 - Central Massachusetts | 6:00 PM | Leominster, MA
09/24/16 - Marble Valley | 5:30 PM | Rutland, VT

Not seeing a local banquet, or interested in starting a banquet near you? Contact Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire Field Representative Brian Smith at bsmith@nrahq.org or Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island Field Representative at jreardon@nrahq.org

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