Dear Kenneth,
Lilly Ledbetter and members of the House and Senate
at the Rally for Fair Pay, July 17, 2008
Congratulations! It’s official. Today, President Obama signed the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.
In making fair pay the first bill he signed into law, President Obama ushers in a new era in which equal opportunity is real and anti-discrimination laws matter.
The harmful U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Ledbetter v. Goodyear will now become an ugly footnote in our history books.
We applaud President Obama for taking this essential step for fair pay in America.
And I want to personally thank you for your steady support over the past year sending numerous action alerts. Your support helped make all of this possible.
I also want to thank Lilly Ledbetter for her courage in standing up against wage discrimination at Goodyear, our many coalition partners who joined us in this successful campaign, and our elected leaders who supported fair pay on Capitol Hill.
Today is an important day, and we are happy to share this victory with you.
Sincerely,
Debra L. Ness, President
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
AuH2O
We try not to mention AuH2O on this Democratic website. How many of you remember when AuH2O was a popular statement in the '64 campaign? That is the chemical formula for Goldwater to you people who have not had Chemistry. Actually I am an expert on Chemistry. I took Chemistry three times, and that may make me an expert. I took Chemistry in High School. In College I took Chemistry 101, was flunking it, got a withdraw passing because of my good Chemistry Lab grade, and then retook it later.
O.K. I want to talk to you about gold (Au) and Silver (Ag). The above chart shows that, if you had invested $300 in gold ten years ago, you could cash it in for $900 today. My advise is for you to buy some gold coins.
What about silver. As the following chart about silver shows, the price of silver was flat for almost 20 years from 1985 until Dec. 2004. For the past five years, it has shown some movement from approx. $8 upward to approx. $9. Silver dollars are nice to look at, and cost less than gold, but I don't see them as a good a buy as gold. Silver has never been outlawed in the U.S., but it has not gone up that much either. Silver is probably better than most stocks and bonds, but not as good as gold.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Montgiardo to run for Bunning Senate Seat.
Dr. Daniel Mongiardo to run for Senate race
from Kentucky Democrat.
Per the AP, Lt. Governor Daniel Mongiardo, MD, has announced his intentions to run for the United States Senate seat currently held by National Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Jim Bunning.
"The people of Kentucky deserve a senator that has the vision, energy and record to help improve our state and country," Lt. Gov. Daniel Mongiardo said Monday in a written statement announcing his candidacy for the November 2010 election.
A longtime physician in the Kentucky coalfields, Mongiardo is the first to formally announce his intentions to challenge Bunning, although at least two others have said they are considering the race. Mongiardo said he will file the necessary paperwork later this week, setting up a possible rematch.[...]
"We have a senator who is simply not getting the job done," Mongiardo said. "He offers no ideas, no actions and no solutions. I believe today, as I did in 2004, that Jim Bunning continues to fail the people of our Commonwealth. Kentucky's families deserve better."
Attorney General Jack Conway and state Auditor Crit Luallen, both Democrats, have said they also are considering entering the race and that they will announce their decisions by spring.[...]
Mongiardo, elected lieutenant governor just over a year ago, said he made the decision to run for Bunning's seat based on a desire to improve health care.
"I have made fixing our broken health care system my life's mission," Mongiardo said. "I understand and see every day how the cost of health care is burdening families and damaging the ability of businesses to compete, to grow, and to create jobs."
His decision to challenge Bunning means Gov. Steve Beshear will likely have to choose a new running mate for his expected 2011 re-election bid. Before he can begin fundraising, Beshear has to name his running mate.
Beshear spokesman Jay Blanton said Monday the governor is not ready to discuss who his running mate will be.
"Right now, his focus in on the state budget crisis and the legislative session, she's not going to speculate on who that running mate might be," Blanton said.
Beshear said in a statement that Mongiardo would be an outstanding senator, calling him an "important voice for Kentucky's future."
Things will start heating up soon.
from Kentucky Democrat.
Per the AP, Lt. Governor Daniel Mongiardo, MD, has announced his intentions to run for the United States Senate seat currently held by National Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Jim Bunning.
"The people of Kentucky deserve a senator that has the vision, energy and record to help improve our state and country," Lt. Gov. Daniel Mongiardo said Monday in a written statement announcing his candidacy for the November 2010 election.
A longtime physician in the Kentucky coalfields, Mongiardo is the first to formally announce his intentions to challenge Bunning, although at least two others have said they are considering the race. Mongiardo said he will file the necessary paperwork later this week, setting up a possible rematch.[...]
"We have a senator who is simply not getting the job done," Mongiardo said. "He offers no ideas, no actions and no solutions. I believe today, as I did in 2004, that Jim Bunning continues to fail the people of our Commonwealth. Kentucky's families deserve better."
Attorney General Jack Conway and state Auditor Crit Luallen, both Democrats, have said they also are considering entering the race and that they will announce their decisions by spring.[...]
Mongiardo, elected lieutenant governor just over a year ago, said he made the decision to run for Bunning's seat based on a desire to improve health care.
"I have made fixing our broken health care system my life's mission," Mongiardo said. "I understand and see every day how the cost of health care is burdening families and damaging the ability of businesses to compete, to grow, and to create jobs."
His decision to challenge Bunning means Gov. Steve Beshear will likely have to choose a new running mate for his expected 2011 re-election bid. Before he can begin fundraising, Beshear has to name his running mate.
Beshear spokesman Jay Blanton said Monday the governor is not ready to discuss who his running mate will be.
"Right now, his focus in on the state budget crisis and the legislative session, she's not going to speculate on who that running mate might be," Blanton said.
Beshear said in a statement that Mongiardo would be an outstanding senator, calling him an "important voice for Kentucky's future."
Things will start heating up soon.
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Most Unhappy About Auto Bailout.
National Poll Says Most Unhappy About Auto Bailout
A national poll indicates that most Americans are unhappy about the multi-billion dollar auto industry bailout and the poll also shows that most Americans do not want to spend more.
A huge majority of those asked oppose the auto bailout.
Sixty-one percent of those questioned in a CNN/Opinion Research Corp. survey released Friday oppose providing more government money in the financial bailout. CNN
Kentucky would probably swing more toward the middle on this issue considering that the Louisville Metro area is heavily employed by Ford and the Lexington/Georgetown are are mostly employed by Toyota. The Rural Democrat may issue a new survey on this subject after Obama officially takes office.
A national poll indicates that most Americans are unhappy about the multi-billion dollar auto industry bailout and the poll also shows that most Americans do not want to spend more.
A huge majority of those asked oppose the auto bailout.
Sixty-one percent of those questioned in a CNN/Opinion Research Corp. survey released Friday oppose providing more government money in the financial bailout. CNN
Kentucky would probably swing more toward the middle on this issue considering that the Louisville Metro area is heavily employed by Ford and the Lexington/Georgetown are are mostly employed by Toyota. The Rural Democrat may issue a new survey on this subject after Obama officially takes office.
More on Jim Bunning U.S. Senator, R-KY.
Will the Republicans Beat Us to Ousting Bunning?
by: RDemocrat
Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 12:21:04 PM EST
Kentucky Democrats are foaming at the mouth to oust Jim Bunning in 2010. However, now it appears that we might actually have to stand in line to beat the "crazy uncle" of Kentucky politics. Yes, now it appears that the Republicans are chomping at the bit to be rid of Bunning too. Of course, for a party completely devoid of any kind of vision or plan for the future, turning on your own is the best strategy.
RDemocrat :: Will the Republicans Beat Us to Ousting Bunning?
It seems that the Repubicans too see the full stable of qualified, popular candidates Democrats have to run in this race and have decided that Bunning can't win re-election:
Some Republicans are privately urging Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Ky.) to step down at the end of his term amid growing concerns that he can't win reelection in 2010.
According to two GOP sources, leading Republican fundraisers in Kentucky are hesitant to raise money for Bunning and have told him he should not seek a third term.
"They want him to realize he's had a good run but that it's time to move on. These people want to win, and they realize he could easily lose this seat," said one leading Kentucky Republican operative who requested anonymity to speak candidly.
http://www.politico.com/news/s...
It appears that Republican money is drying up fast for the erratic former Hall of Fame pitcher:
Bunning will need to raise millions to mount a serious defense of his seat, but he is already well behind pace with only $175,000 in his campaign account through September, the latest a report was available. Worse, he isn't expected to hold his first fundraiser until April.
By comparison, at this point in the 2008 election cycle, Mitch McConnell, Bunning's home state colleague and the Senate minority leader, had more than $2 million in his campaign account on his way to spending $21 million.
No other Republican senator facing a competitive 2010 race has less than $879,000 in the bank.
"They don't have the fundraising guns to understand how difficult a fundraising climate they're in. It's going to be a nightmare," the Kentucky GOP operative said, referring to the difficulty of raising money in the current economic climate. "The DSCC alone may outspend Bunning in 2010."
And of course the McConnell people, who aren't exactly known for their character and loyalty to anything are the first to throw Bunning under the bus:
In another signal that the state GOP political establishment isn't lining up behind Bunning, not a single member of McConnell's 2008 reelection team has signed on to assist Bunning's bid for a third term.
After McConnell's 2002 reelection campaign, the state's senior senator encouraged many of his leading operatives to work for Republican Ernie Fletcher's successful 2003 gubernatorial campaign. McConnell recently met with Bunning to discuss his future, but a source familiar with the meeting said Bunning reiterated his plans to run again.
But then again, if you have a job it does help to show up for it:
Concern that Bunning could be jeopardizing a Republican seat peaked after he didn't show up for the eventful opening week of the new Congress, missing several key Senate floor votes. He later said he was on vacation but refused to offer details about his whereabouts, and even many Republican senators had no idea where he was.
"I have another life besides the U.S. Senate," Bunning told the Louisville Courier-Journal last week. "My family is more important than the U.S. Senate. It always has been and always will be."
His untimely absence - and seemingly dismissive response - caused heartburn among Republican campaign officials, who already were gearing for a grueling campaign. They fear his unexplained absence could become a theme of attack from a Democratic challenger.
Like any challenger doesn't already have several "themes of attack"!!
Since Bunning seems determined to run, it may take a primary challenge by Republican golden-boy Trey Grayson to unseat him:
Grayson has already heard from leading GOP fundraisers and supporters urging him to run, said spokesman Les Fugate, adding that Grayson wouldn't rule out a primary challenge against Bunning.
"I don't think he will ever close the door on any opportunity, and he's not considering it right now, but you never say never," said Fugate.
Or perhaps another:
Another potential Republican candidate is Catherine Bailey, the former ambassador to Latvia, who would be able to largely self finance a run. Reps. Geoff Davis and Edward Whitfield are potential candidates if Bunning steps down.
Personally, I would love to see Whitfield, my Congressman run if Bunning doesn't. He could break out his empty 18-wheeler with his face plastered all over the side and drive it all across Kentucky!!
It seems Repugs have seen our able stable of candidates too, but are particularly concerned about one:
"The last two times around Sen. Bunning had tough, close races, and he knows that. It's a fact," Cornyn said.
Several prominent Democratic statewide officeholders are already making noise about running, including Mongiardo, now the lieutenant governor; Attorney General Jack Conway; and State Auditor Crit Luallen.
Republicans, however, are most concerned about Conway's candidacy, fearing the age difference between him and the 77-year-old Bunning.
So, this campaign promises to be a lot of fun, watching the Republicans implode in a primary and having to face a great Democratic candidate no matter who wins. This is one campaign I am ready to get started!!
Jim Bunning at Fancy Farm.
by: RDemocrat
Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 12:21:04 PM EST
Kentucky Democrats are foaming at the mouth to oust Jim Bunning in 2010. However, now it appears that we might actually have to stand in line to beat the "crazy uncle" of Kentucky politics. Yes, now it appears that the Republicans are chomping at the bit to be rid of Bunning too. Of course, for a party completely devoid of any kind of vision or plan for the future, turning on your own is the best strategy.
RDemocrat :: Will the Republicans Beat Us to Ousting Bunning?
It seems that the Repubicans too see the full stable of qualified, popular candidates Democrats have to run in this race and have decided that Bunning can't win re-election:
Some Republicans are privately urging Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Ky.) to step down at the end of his term amid growing concerns that he can't win reelection in 2010.
According to two GOP sources, leading Republican fundraisers in Kentucky are hesitant to raise money for Bunning and have told him he should not seek a third term.
"They want him to realize he's had a good run but that it's time to move on. These people want to win, and they realize he could easily lose this seat," said one leading Kentucky Republican operative who requested anonymity to speak candidly.
http://www.politico.com/news/s...
It appears that Republican money is drying up fast for the erratic former Hall of Fame pitcher:
Bunning will need to raise millions to mount a serious defense of his seat, but he is already well behind pace with only $175,000 in his campaign account through September, the latest a report was available. Worse, he isn't expected to hold his first fundraiser until April.
By comparison, at this point in the 2008 election cycle, Mitch McConnell, Bunning's home state colleague and the Senate minority leader, had more than $2 million in his campaign account on his way to spending $21 million.
No other Republican senator facing a competitive 2010 race has less than $879,000 in the bank.
"They don't have the fundraising guns to understand how difficult a fundraising climate they're in. It's going to be a nightmare," the Kentucky GOP operative said, referring to the difficulty of raising money in the current economic climate. "The DSCC alone may outspend Bunning in 2010."
And of course the McConnell people, who aren't exactly known for their character and loyalty to anything are the first to throw Bunning under the bus:
In another signal that the state GOP political establishment isn't lining up behind Bunning, not a single member of McConnell's 2008 reelection team has signed on to assist Bunning's bid for a third term.
After McConnell's 2002 reelection campaign, the state's senior senator encouraged many of his leading operatives to work for Republican Ernie Fletcher's successful 2003 gubernatorial campaign. McConnell recently met with Bunning to discuss his future, but a source familiar with the meeting said Bunning reiterated his plans to run again.
But then again, if you have a job it does help to show up for it:
Concern that Bunning could be jeopardizing a Republican seat peaked after he didn't show up for the eventful opening week of the new Congress, missing several key Senate floor votes. He later said he was on vacation but refused to offer details about his whereabouts, and even many Republican senators had no idea where he was.
"I have another life besides the U.S. Senate," Bunning told the Louisville Courier-Journal last week. "My family is more important than the U.S. Senate. It always has been and always will be."
His untimely absence - and seemingly dismissive response - caused heartburn among Republican campaign officials, who already were gearing for a grueling campaign. They fear his unexplained absence could become a theme of attack from a Democratic challenger.
Like any challenger doesn't already have several "themes of attack"!!
Since Bunning seems determined to run, it may take a primary challenge by Republican golden-boy Trey Grayson to unseat him:
Grayson has already heard from leading GOP fundraisers and supporters urging him to run, said spokesman Les Fugate, adding that Grayson wouldn't rule out a primary challenge against Bunning.
"I don't think he will ever close the door on any opportunity, and he's not considering it right now, but you never say never," said Fugate.
Or perhaps another:
Another potential Republican candidate is Catherine Bailey, the former ambassador to Latvia, who would be able to largely self finance a run. Reps. Geoff Davis and Edward Whitfield are potential candidates if Bunning steps down.
Personally, I would love to see Whitfield, my Congressman run if Bunning doesn't. He could break out his empty 18-wheeler with his face plastered all over the side and drive it all across Kentucky!!
It seems Repugs have seen our able stable of candidates too, but are particularly concerned about one:
"The last two times around Sen. Bunning had tough, close races, and he knows that. It's a fact," Cornyn said.
Several prominent Democratic statewide officeholders are already making noise about running, including Mongiardo, now the lieutenant governor; Attorney General Jack Conway; and State Auditor Crit Luallen.
Republicans, however, are most concerned about Conway's candidacy, fearing the age difference between him and the 77-year-old Bunning.
So, this campaign promises to be a lot of fun, watching the Republicans implode in a primary and having to face a great Democratic candidate no matter who wins. This is one campaign I am ready to get started!!
Jim Bunning at Fancy Farm.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
An open letter to President Obama.
Dear President Obama,
Thank you for taking steps to close Guantanamo. This is one of the outrages of the last presidency that needs to be undone. Your first step, halting the unconstitutional military commissions by ordering the prosecution to seek a 120-day suspension, and, your second, signing an executive order closing Guantanamo within a year are the beginning of new era where the United States lives within the law and up to its ideals.
I am also pleased that you are moving forward on removing combat troops from Iraq and urge you to do more. The U.S. needs to remove all troops and mercenaries from Iraq and end this war that never should have begun. I also urge you to re-think the escalation of war in Afghanistan. Troops will not solve this conflict. Russia had three times as many troops in Afghanistan and failed. This conflict will be costly in lives and treasure, treasure we do not have.
Thank you for these initial positive steps. I hope they will be followed by more steps toward a demilitarized foreign policy and domestic policies that are within the framework of the U.S. Constitution and respect civil liberties.
Sincerely,
Kenneth S. Stepp
Thank you for taking steps to close Guantanamo. This is one of the outrages of the last presidency that needs to be undone. Your first step, halting the unconstitutional military commissions by ordering the prosecution to seek a 120-day suspension, and, your second, signing an executive order closing Guantanamo within a year are the beginning of new era where the United States lives within the law and up to its ideals.
I am also pleased that you are moving forward on removing combat troops from Iraq and urge you to do more. The U.S. needs to remove all troops and mercenaries from Iraq and end this war that never should have begun. I also urge you to re-think the escalation of war in Afghanistan. Troops will not solve this conflict. Russia had three times as many troops in Afghanistan and failed. This conflict will be costly in lives and treasure, treasure we do not have.
Thank you for these initial positive steps. I hope they will be followed by more steps toward a demilitarized foreign policy and domestic policies that are within the framework of the U.S. Constitution and respect civil liberties.
Sincerely,
Kenneth S. Stepp
Daily Kos reports on Jim Bunning R-KY.
KY-Sen: Republicans Pressure Bunning To Retire
by brownsox
Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:20:04 PM PST
Even as Republicans pray for their incumbents to stick around in 2010, and prevent still more open-seat races, there's still one incumbent Senator they'd like to see retire: Jim Bunning of Kentucky.
Some Republicans are privately urging Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Ky.) to step down at the end of his term amid growing concerns that he can’t win reelection in 2010.
Bunning barely won reelection in 2004 in a race he was expected to carry easily; he wound up edging Democrat Dan Mongiardo, at the time a little-known State Senator, 51% to 49%.
Even six years ago, Bunning nearly blew the election due to questions about his mental state and fitness to serve. There is a great deal of talent in the Kentucky Democratic Party at the moment - with Mongiardo, now the Lieutenant Governor, as well as youthful Attorney General Jack Conway - and the Republicans are understandably concerned he can't beat them.
NRSC John Cornyn gave the most tepid support possible:
Asked if Bunning was the best candidate to run or if there were better GOP candidates, National Republican Senatorial Committee Chairman John Cornyn of Texas demurred: "I don’t know. I think it’s really up to Sen. Bunning."
There is a better candidate, in fact: GOP Secretary of State Trey Grayson. Cornyn would likely give his right arm to get Bunning out, and Grayson in. In fact, Grayson has apparently not ruled out a primary challenge to Bunning, which would be exciting political sport from the Democratic side.
Bunning is planning on running for reelection, despite having no money with which to do it:
Bunning will need to raise millions to mount a serious defense of his seat, but he is already well behind pace with only $175,000 in his campaign account through September, the latest a report was available. Worse, he isn’t expected to hold his first fundraiser until April.
For a Senate incumbent, $175,000 is pitiful. It's pathetic. And it would seem to be an indicator that Bunning wouldn't run - except he keeps saying he will.
"It’s a free country," Bunning said in a statement. "Anybody can run for anything they choose. I am gearing up, and I look forward to the challenge of taking on whoever comes out of the Democrat primary in May of 2010."
So do we, Senator. So do we.
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Not surprising (3+ / 0-)
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Bunning is loco.
by Captain Antelope on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:23:39 PM PST
His Cheese Has Slid Off His Cracker (0+ / 0-)
(I think I heard that one here before)
He's just not all there in the head. That much was clear in 2004. I can't imagine that six years will do him any good in that department, especially if you listen to him converse weekly on current events. The guy doesn't just have a screw loose -- the screws are all gone.
The Earth's 23.44 degree axial tilt in relation to its orbital
plane is the REASON FOR THE SEASON.
by karateexplosions on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:14:03 PM PST
[ Parent ]
So what makes Bunning so easy (0+ / 0-)
while McConnell so hard? You would think that McConnell being the republican leader of the senate, an incredibly corrupt one at that, and a big backer of bush would make him vulnerable. Is Bunning vulnerable because he's crazy?
by docta jones on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:23:48 PM PST
McConnell is the master of soft money (6+ / 0-)
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They call him "the Bagman of the Bluegrass."
"No way, no how, no McCain." Hillary Clinton, 8-27-08
by Christian Dem in NC on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:24:30 PM PST
[ Parent ]
Oh yeah (0+ / 0-)
I forgot that there's a positive side to being obsessed with combining money and politics.
by docta jones on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:26:09 PM PST
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Also McConnell is relatively sane. (1+ / 0-)
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Bunning isn't
All that is necessary for evil to succeed is that good men do nothing. - Edmund Burke
by MikePhoenix on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:27:24 PM PST
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I wouldn't exactly describe him as crazy (4+ / 0-)
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more like, demented, as in Alzheimer's or something similar. There are lots of Republican senators who are crazy.
The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
by sidnora on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:26:35 PM PST
[ Parent ]
Dementia? (1+ / 0-)
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Yesterday,I saw Bunning reading from a prepared script and the manner he read it left me with the impression that Bunning could neither deviate from the script nor could he totally grasp that the subject of his inquiry was in the room with him.
It was more like Bunning was reading a news article about someone he was unfamiliar with on a subject he didn't know much about.
"A functioning Democracy must defy economic interests of the elites on behalf of citizens" Christopher Hedges Econ 3.50&Soc. 5.79
by wmc418 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:39:23 PM PST
[ Parent ]
Bunning most likely has age-related issues (0+ / 0-)
But, underneath, he doesn't have the nasty meanness that Mitch McConnell possesses.
McConnell is cunning and sly and mean. Bunning is not.
And Grayson is going to be a formidable challenge to whomever runs.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:56:47 PM PST
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That Hasn't Been My Impression (0+ / 0-)
My impression from listening to Bunning talk about events in the news (which I frequently hear on our local NPR station) is that he is deep in wingnutville and with all the hate and vileness that comes with that.
The Earth's 23.44 degree axial tilt in relation to its orbital
plane is the REASON FOR THE SEASON.
by karateexplosions on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:16:30 PM PST
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You are closer to Bunning's homebase (0+ / 0-)
and Northern Kentucky is hardcore Redville, USA. Even worse than Cincinnati, if that is possible.
Thankfully, or not, I don't hear it here in Lexington so miss out on Bunning's wingnuttiness.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:30:44 PM PST
[ Parent ]
What about Rep. Ben Chandler? (3+ / 0-)
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Isn't he a talent in the Bluegrass State, too?
by jim bow on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:24:00 PM PST
Not Chandler (0+ / 0-)
We would likely lose his House seat.
by UpstateDem on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:30:01 PM PST
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worth it (0+ / 0-)
to get the best possible Senator
"I'm going to be on you like a numerator on a denominator." -Principal Skinner
by dufffbeer on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:40:44 PM PST
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Mongiardo would be better (1+ / 0-)
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He is far more progressive and a better candidate.
by UpstateDem on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:42:46 PM PST
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Mongiardo isn't liked by some people (0+ / 0-)
He has his own issues (that are NOT progressive).
And I'm not sure he could win against Grayson.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:58:08 PM PST
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I'd Like to See Fischer Give It Another Go (1+ / 0-)
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I also like Horne but he's had some failure to launch issues. Conway would also be a good choice.
The Earth's 23.44 degree axial tilt in relation to its orbital
plane is the REASON FOR THE SEASON.
by karateexplosions on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:17:40 PM PST
[ Parent ]
All great names. (0+ / 0-)
I look forward to their future endeavors in Kentucky politics.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:26:10 PM PST
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Chandler most likely won't give up Appropriations (1+ / 0-)
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It's the powerhouse of Congress and he's a "cardinal."
I'd say he'll sit tight for now. He has constituents who very much appreciate where he is.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:02:14 PM PST
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"It’s a free country." No thanks to ... (5+ / 0-)
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...you and your ilk, Senator.
Americans do not like to think of themselves as aggressors, but raw aggression is what took place in Iraq. - John Prados
by Meteor Blades on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:24:06 PM PST
Will the last GOP leaving pls turn out the lights (4+ / 0-)
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80 percent of success is just showing up - Woody Allen.
by Churchill on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:24:36 PM PST
Who do the Democrats plan on running? (3+ / 0-)
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Maybe it would be worth trying for someone who's a bit more progressive than they would run in a normal Senate race in Kentucky.
Vote for yourself at www.ni4d.us
by rossl on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:25:00 PM PST
Darlene Fitzgerald is running (3+ / 0-)
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Here is her website.
Others will announce.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." MLK
by Mo on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:27:58 PM PST
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A Drug Warrior? (0+ / 0-)
Bleh. I'm interested to learn more about her, though.
Vote for yourself at www.ni4d.us
by rossl on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:49:13 PM PST
[ Parent ]
A Whitley City drug warrior (0+ / 0-)
Not for Senate.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:04:20 PM PST
[ Parent ]
I've heard references to his mental state (3+ / 0-)
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but I've never seen any details about what he's done to bring that issue to people's minds. Can some one supply some facts?
by catdevotee on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:25:05 PM PST
Wore pajamas to the Senate for one thing... n/t (4+ / 0-)
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Comments that say "GM workers should get retraining" without SPECIFIC DETAILS about those "new jobs" that never come are trollworthy
by LordMike on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:27:18 PM PST
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Suits can be uncomfortable (2+ / 0-)
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At least he wasn't talking dirty with teenage boys or fucking prostitutes.
by TheChop on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:29:09 PM PST
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Pajamas on the Senate floor? (1+ / 0-)
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That must have been quite a sight! How could he be reelected after that?!
by catdevotee on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:29:26 PM PST
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He claimed that they were hunting pants... (2+ / 0-)
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...they were PJ's...
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by LordMike on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:30:08 PM PST
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I think that was Pete Domenici (4+ / 0-)
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But Bunning's had various weird behavior, especially during his race against Mongiardo in 2004 (he had a disastrous debate performance and, amoung other things, said Mongiardo looked like eith Uday or Qusay Hussein). It was the major reason why Mongiardo, then a little known state senator, came so close to unseating him.
by gf120581 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:30:10 PM PST
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No big surpise they want Bunning out (2+ / 0-)
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Given the guy barely survived 2004 and is reportedly losing his marbles, he's a sitting duck for any halfway decent Dem candidate (and with the likes of Mongiardo, Conway, Crit Luellen and Ben Chandler, the Dems have them in spades in Kentucky).
by gf120581 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:28:08 PM PST
Retirement #5? Already?! (2+ / 0-)
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It's only January 2009!
"I'm going to be on you like a numerator on a denominator." -Principal Skinner
by dufffbeer on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:28:13 PM PST
5 really? Wow, who are they? don't watch TV (0+ / 0-)
80 percent of success is just showing up - Woody Allen.
by Churchill on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:29:35 PM PST
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4 Republican retirements so far (0+ / 0-)
Brownback (Kansas)
Martinez (Florida)
Bond (Missouri)
Voinovich (Ohio)
"I'm going to be on you like a numerator on a denominator." -Principal Skinner
by dufffbeer on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:43:47 PM PST
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Brownback? (0+ / 0-)
Why? He was my favorite of the wingnut presidential candidates!
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by rossl on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:47:32 PM PST
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He's running for Governor most likely (1+ / 0-)
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He announced he'd be quitting the Senate a long time ago.
by gf120581 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:49:57 PM PST
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Well... (0+ / 0-)
...with any luck, Bunning won't be retirement #5.
Mitt Palindalhuckalenty for President in 2012.
by DH from MD on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:30:26 PM PST
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Run Bunning run! (2+ / 0-)
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Please, pretty please....
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by skywaker9 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:28:20 PM PST
Jack Conway, the Attorney General. (2+ / 0-)
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He's young, charismatic and I'd love to see him run.
"Hamas is bad, but not as bad the IDF." - edtastic
by Mikemoud Huckmadinejad on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:28:52 PM PST
Bunning is bat shit crazy (1+ / 0-)
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Bunning is an embarrassment to the state of Kentucky, even the Rethuglicans want him gone. I can only hope he defies them and stays in the race and is challenged in the primary, weakened and defeated by a Democrat in general election. It is WAY past time to get rid of him.
by colvinatch on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:32:03 PM PST
aoeu (0+ / 0-)
Bunning has either lost his mind, never bothered to read the Constitution, or didn't pay attention to this election at all. People can't just run for anything they want to: I am unable to run for President because I am too young; I have neighbors that can't run for President because they are from another country.
MCCAIN: My friends, some of this $700 billion ends up in the hands of terrorist organizations.
by TealVeal on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:32:11 PM PST
In baseball, they call Cornyn's statement (1+ / 0-)
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"chin music."
Show of hands... who would join Kucinich's effort to impeach VP Cheney?
by Mogolori on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:34:14 PM PST
What do the box turtles call it? nt (0+ / 0-)
Umm, that's PRESIDENT Obama and SENATOR Franken, mr. o'reilly.
by filby on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:54:28 PM PST
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They've got some real gems in that party (0+ / 0-)
"Forever is composed of nows." Emily Dickinson
by Leftovers on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:38:48 PM PST
I liked Bunning as a pitcher (5+ / 0-)
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Too bad he's just another dimwit wingnut. Not too old or feeble to forget to say 'Democrat' primary, of course.
Wingnuts, asshats, losers: your time is OVER ...
by Tuffie on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:43:11 PM PST
And, I hated him ever since he no-hit the Red Sox (0+ / 0-)
in 1958---one of the first no-hitters I ever saw on TV.
by Phil S 33 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:48:19 PM PST
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An outstanding pitcher with a lot of heart (1+ / 0-)
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Too bad those qualities paled in comparison with his conservative wingnuttery.
by Ammo Hauler on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:09:49 PM PST
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Bunning's decline in his later years... (3+ / 0-)
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is yet another thing to blame on Gene Mauch.
Barack Obama in the Oval Office. There's a black man who knows his place.
by Greasy Grant on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:47:42 PM PST
those who lived it (0+ / 0-)
are unforgiving of '64
If CEO's and their brethern have employment contracts, why do they insist that their employees don't need one?
by JDPITALIA on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:23:43 PM PST
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for those keeping track of 2010 Senate seats (0+ / 0-)
Jim Bunning was the only R I thought was totally safe, and if he is pushed out then 2010 looks GREAT for us.
Politics is like driving. To go backward, put it in R. To go forward, put it in D.
President Barack Obama. At last.
by TrueBlueMajority on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:10:52 PM PST
We don't want him pushed out (0+ / 0-)
The whole point is that Bunning is eminently defeatable. If the GOP manages to push him out, the Republican that runs in his place has a better chance of holding onto the seat than Bunning does.
by Black Knight on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:21:07 PM PST
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by brownsox
Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:20:04 PM PST
Even as Republicans pray for their incumbents to stick around in 2010, and prevent still more open-seat races, there's still one incumbent Senator they'd like to see retire: Jim Bunning of Kentucky.
Some Republicans are privately urging Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Ky.) to step down at the end of his term amid growing concerns that he can’t win reelection in 2010.
Bunning barely won reelection in 2004 in a race he was expected to carry easily; he wound up edging Democrat Dan Mongiardo, at the time a little-known State Senator, 51% to 49%.
Even six years ago, Bunning nearly blew the election due to questions about his mental state and fitness to serve. There is a great deal of talent in the Kentucky Democratic Party at the moment - with Mongiardo, now the Lieutenant Governor, as well as youthful Attorney General Jack Conway - and the Republicans are understandably concerned he can't beat them.
NRSC John Cornyn gave the most tepid support possible:
Asked if Bunning was the best candidate to run or if there were better GOP candidates, National Republican Senatorial Committee Chairman John Cornyn of Texas demurred: "I don’t know. I think it’s really up to Sen. Bunning."
There is a better candidate, in fact: GOP Secretary of State Trey Grayson. Cornyn would likely give his right arm to get Bunning out, and Grayson in. In fact, Grayson has apparently not ruled out a primary challenge to Bunning, which would be exciting political sport from the Democratic side.
Bunning is planning on running for reelection, despite having no money with which to do it:
Bunning will need to raise millions to mount a serious defense of his seat, but he is already well behind pace with only $175,000 in his campaign account through September, the latest a report was available. Worse, he isn’t expected to hold his first fundraiser until April.
For a Senate incumbent, $175,000 is pitiful. It's pathetic. And it would seem to be an indicator that Bunning wouldn't run - except he keeps saying he will.
"It’s a free country," Bunning said in a statement. "Anybody can run for anything they choose. I am gearing up, and I look forward to the challenge of taking on whoever comes out of the Democrat primary in May of 2010."
So do we, Senator. So do we.
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Not surprising (3+ / 0-)
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Bunning is loco.
by Captain Antelope on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:23:39 PM PST
His Cheese Has Slid Off His Cracker (0+ / 0-)
(I think I heard that one here before)
He's just not all there in the head. That much was clear in 2004. I can't imagine that six years will do him any good in that department, especially if you listen to him converse weekly on current events. The guy doesn't just have a screw loose -- the screws are all gone.
The Earth's 23.44 degree axial tilt in relation to its orbital
plane is the REASON FOR THE SEASON.
by karateexplosions on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:14:03 PM PST
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So what makes Bunning so easy (0+ / 0-)
while McConnell so hard? You would think that McConnell being the republican leader of the senate, an incredibly corrupt one at that, and a big backer of bush would make him vulnerable. Is Bunning vulnerable because he's crazy?
by docta jones on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:23:48 PM PST
McConnell is the master of soft money (6+ / 0-)
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They call him "the Bagman of the Bluegrass."
"No way, no how, no McCain." Hillary Clinton, 8-27-08
by Christian Dem in NC on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:24:30 PM PST
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Oh yeah (0+ / 0-)
I forgot that there's a positive side to being obsessed with combining money and politics.
by docta jones on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:26:09 PM PST
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Also McConnell is relatively sane. (1+ / 0-)
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Bunning isn't
All that is necessary for evil to succeed is that good men do nothing. - Edmund Burke
by MikePhoenix on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:27:24 PM PST
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I wouldn't exactly describe him as crazy (4+ / 0-)
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more like, demented, as in Alzheimer's or something similar. There are lots of Republican senators who are crazy.
The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
by sidnora on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:26:35 PM PST
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Dementia? (1+ / 0-)
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Yesterday,I saw Bunning reading from a prepared script and the manner he read it left me with the impression that Bunning could neither deviate from the script nor could he totally grasp that the subject of his inquiry was in the room with him.
It was more like Bunning was reading a news article about someone he was unfamiliar with on a subject he didn't know much about.
"A functioning Democracy must defy economic interests of the elites on behalf of citizens" Christopher Hedges Econ 3.50&Soc. 5.79
by wmc418 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:39:23 PM PST
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Bunning most likely has age-related issues (0+ / 0-)
But, underneath, he doesn't have the nasty meanness that Mitch McConnell possesses.
McConnell is cunning and sly and mean. Bunning is not.
And Grayson is going to be a formidable challenge to whomever runs.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:56:47 PM PST
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That Hasn't Been My Impression (0+ / 0-)
My impression from listening to Bunning talk about events in the news (which I frequently hear on our local NPR station) is that he is deep in wingnutville and with all the hate and vileness that comes with that.
The Earth's 23.44 degree axial tilt in relation to its orbital
plane is the REASON FOR THE SEASON.
by karateexplosions on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:16:30 PM PST
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You are closer to Bunning's homebase (0+ / 0-)
and Northern Kentucky is hardcore Redville, USA. Even worse than Cincinnati, if that is possible.
Thankfully, or not, I don't hear it here in Lexington so miss out on Bunning's wingnuttiness.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:30:44 PM PST
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What about Rep. Ben Chandler? (3+ / 0-)
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Isn't he a talent in the Bluegrass State, too?
by jim bow on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:24:00 PM PST
Not Chandler (0+ / 0-)
We would likely lose his House seat.
by UpstateDem on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:30:01 PM PST
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worth it (0+ / 0-)
to get the best possible Senator
"I'm going to be on you like a numerator on a denominator." -Principal Skinner
by dufffbeer on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:40:44 PM PST
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Mongiardo would be better (1+ / 0-)
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He is far more progressive and a better candidate.
by UpstateDem on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:42:46 PM PST
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Mongiardo isn't liked by some people (0+ / 0-)
He has his own issues (that are NOT progressive).
And I'm not sure he could win against Grayson.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:58:08 PM PST
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I'd Like to See Fischer Give It Another Go (1+ / 0-)
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I also like Horne but he's had some failure to launch issues. Conway would also be a good choice.
The Earth's 23.44 degree axial tilt in relation to its orbital
plane is the REASON FOR THE SEASON.
by karateexplosions on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:17:40 PM PST
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All great names. (0+ / 0-)
I look forward to their future endeavors in Kentucky politics.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:26:10 PM PST
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Chandler most likely won't give up Appropriations (1+ / 0-)
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It's the powerhouse of Congress and he's a "cardinal."
I'd say he'll sit tight for now. He has constituents who very much appreciate where he is.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:02:14 PM PST
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"It’s a free country." No thanks to ... (5+ / 0-)
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...you and your ilk, Senator.
Americans do not like to think of themselves as aggressors, but raw aggression is what took place in Iraq. - John Prados
by Meteor Blades on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:24:06 PM PST
Will the last GOP leaving pls turn out the lights (4+ / 0-)
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80 percent of success is just showing up - Woody Allen.
by Churchill on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:24:36 PM PST
Who do the Democrats plan on running? (3+ / 0-)
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Maybe it would be worth trying for someone who's a bit more progressive than they would run in a normal Senate race in Kentucky.
Vote for yourself at www.ni4d.us
by rossl on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:25:00 PM PST
Darlene Fitzgerald is running (3+ / 0-)
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Here is her website.
Others will announce.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." MLK
by Mo on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:27:58 PM PST
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A Drug Warrior? (0+ / 0-)
Bleh. I'm interested to learn more about her, though.
Vote for yourself at www.ni4d.us
by rossl on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:49:13 PM PST
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A Whitley City drug warrior (0+ / 0-)
Not for Senate.
Our... constitutional heritage rebels at the thought of giving government the power to control men's minds. Thurgood Marshall
by bronte17 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:04:20 PM PST
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I've heard references to his mental state (3+ / 0-)
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but I've never seen any details about what he's done to bring that issue to people's minds. Can some one supply some facts?
by catdevotee on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:25:05 PM PST
Wore pajamas to the Senate for one thing... n/t (4+ / 0-)
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Comments that say "GM workers should get retraining" without SPECIFIC DETAILS about those "new jobs" that never come are trollworthy
by LordMike on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:27:18 PM PST
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Suits can be uncomfortable (2+ / 0-)
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At least he wasn't talking dirty with teenage boys or fucking prostitutes.
by TheChop on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:29:09 PM PST
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Pajamas on the Senate floor? (1+ / 0-)
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That must have been quite a sight! How could he be reelected after that?!
by catdevotee on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:29:26 PM PST
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He claimed that they were hunting pants... (2+ / 0-)
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...they were PJ's...
Comments that say "GM workers should get retraining" without SPECIFIC DETAILS about those "new jobs" that never come are trollworthy
by LordMike on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:30:08 PM PST
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I think that was Pete Domenici (4+ / 0-)
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But Bunning's had various weird behavior, especially during his race against Mongiardo in 2004 (he had a disastrous debate performance and, amoung other things, said Mongiardo looked like eith Uday or Qusay Hussein). It was the major reason why Mongiardo, then a little known state senator, came so close to unseating him.
by gf120581 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:30:10 PM PST
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No big surpise they want Bunning out (2+ / 0-)
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Given the guy barely survived 2004 and is reportedly losing his marbles, he's a sitting duck for any halfway decent Dem candidate (and with the likes of Mongiardo, Conway, Crit Luellen and Ben Chandler, the Dems have them in spades in Kentucky).
by gf120581 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:28:08 PM PST
Retirement #5? Already?! (2+ / 0-)
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It's only January 2009!
"I'm going to be on you like a numerator on a denominator." -Principal Skinner
by dufffbeer on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:28:13 PM PST
5 really? Wow, who are they? don't watch TV (0+ / 0-)
80 percent of success is just showing up - Woody Allen.
by Churchill on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:29:35 PM PST
[ Parent ]
4 Republican retirements so far (0+ / 0-)
Brownback (Kansas)
Martinez (Florida)
Bond (Missouri)
Voinovich (Ohio)
"I'm going to be on you like a numerator on a denominator." -Principal Skinner
by dufffbeer on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:43:47 PM PST
[ Parent ]
Brownback? (0+ / 0-)
Why? He was my favorite of the wingnut presidential candidates!
Vote for yourself at www.ni4d.us
by rossl on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:47:32 PM PST
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He's running for Governor most likely (1+ / 0-)
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He announced he'd be quitting the Senate a long time ago.
by gf120581 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:49:57 PM PST
[ Parent ]
Well... (0+ / 0-)
...with any luck, Bunning won't be retirement #5.
Mitt Palindalhuckalenty for President in 2012.
by DH from MD on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:30:26 PM PST
[ Parent ]
Run Bunning run! (2+ / 0-)
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Please, pretty please....
"Polls are like crack, political activists know they're bad for them but they read them anyways."-Unknown
by skywaker9 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:28:20 PM PST
Jack Conway, the Attorney General. (2+ / 0-)
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He's young, charismatic and I'd love to see him run.
"Hamas is bad, but not as bad the IDF." - edtastic
by Mikemoud Huckmadinejad on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:28:52 PM PST
Bunning is bat shit crazy (1+ / 0-)
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Bunning is an embarrassment to the state of Kentucky, even the Rethuglicans want him gone. I can only hope he defies them and stays in the race and is challenged in the primary, weakened and defeated by a Democrat in general election. It is WAY past time to get rid of him.
by colvinatch on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:32:03 PM PST
aoeu (0+ / 0-)
Bunning has either lost his mind, never bothered to read the Constitution, or didn't pay attention to this election at all. People can't just run for anything they want to: I am unable to run for President because I am too young; I have neighbors that can't run for President because they are from another country.
MCCAIN: My friends, some of this $700 billion ends up in the hands of terrorist organizations.
by TealVeal on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:32:11 PM PST
In baseball, they call Cornyn's statement (1+ / 0-)
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"chin music."
Show of hands... who would join Kucinich's effort to impeach VP Cheney?
by Mogolori on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:34:14 PM PST
What do the box turtles call it? nt (0+ / 0-)
Umm, that's PRESIDENT Obama and SENATOR Franken, mr. o'reilly.
by filby on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:54:28 PM PST
[ Parent ]
They've got some real gems in that party (0+ / 0-)
"Forever is composed of nows." Emily Dickinson
by Leftovers on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:38:48 PM PST
I liked Bunning as a pitcher (5+ / 0-)
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Too bad he's just another dimwit wingnut. Not too old or feeble to forget to say 'Democrat' primary, of course.
Wingnuts, asshats, losers: your time is OVER ...
by Tuffie on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:43:11 PM PST
And, I hated him ever since he no-hit the Red Sox (0+ / 0-)
in 1958---one of the first no-hitters I ever saw on TV.
by Phil S 33 on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:48:19 PM PST
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An outstanding pitcher with a lot of heart (1+ / 0-)
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Too bad those qualities paled in comparison with his conservative wingnuttery.
by Ammo Hauler on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:09:49 PM PST
[ Parent ]
Bunning's decline in his later years... (3+ / 0-)
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is yet another thing to blame on Gene Mauch.
Barack Obama in the Oval Office. There's a black man who knows his place.
by Greasy Grant on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 01:47:42 PM PST
those who lived it (0+ / 0-)
are unforgiving of '64
If CEO's and their brethern have employment contracts, why do they insist that their employees don't need one?
by JDPITALIA on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:23:43 PM PST
[ Parent ]
for those keeping track of 2010 Senate seats (0+ / 0-)
Jim Bunning was the only R I thought was totally safe, and if he is pushed out then 2010 looks GREAT for us.
Politics is like driving. To go backward, put it in R. To go forward, put it in D.
President Barack Obama. At last.
by TrueBlueMajority on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:10:52 PM PST
We don't want him pushed out (0+ / 0-)
The whole point is that Bunning is eminently defeatable. If the GOP manages to push him out, the Republican that runs in his place has a better chance of holding onto the seat than Bunning does.
by Black Knight on Thu Jan 22, 2009 at 02:21:07 PM PST
[ Parent ]
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Barak Obama's First Inaugural Address, January 20, 2009.
The following is President Barack Obama's First Inaugural address, as prepared for delivery:
"My fellow citizens:
"I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank President Bush for his service to our nation, as well as the generosity and cooperation he has shown throughout this transition.
"Forty-four Americans have now taken the presidential oath. The words have been spoken during rising tides of prosperity and the still waters of peace. Yet, every so often the oath is taken amidst gathering clouds and raging storms. At these moments, America has carried on not simply because of the skill or vision of those in high office, but because we the people have remained faithful to the ideals of our forebears, and true to our founding documents.
"So it has been. So it must be with this generation of Americans.
"That we are in the midst of crisis is now well understood. Our nation is at war, against a far-reaching network of violence and hatred. Our economy is badly weakened, a consequence of greed and irresponsibility on the part of some, but also our collective failure to make hard choices and prepare the nation for a new age. Homes have been lost; jobs shed; businesses shuttered. Our health care is too costly; our schools fail too many; and each day brings further evidence that the ways we use energy strengthen our adversaries and threaten our planet.
"These are the indicators of crisis, subject to data and statistics. Less measurable but no less profound is a sapping of confidence across our land — a nagging fear that America's decline is inevitable, and that the next generation must lower its sights.
"Today I say to you that the challenges we face are real. They are serious and they are many. They will not be met easily or in a short span of time. But know this, America — they will be met.
"On this day, we gather because we have chosen hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord.
"On this day, we come to proclaim an end to the petty grievances and false promises, the recriminations and worn out dogmas, that for far too long have strangled our politics.
"We remain a young nation, but in the words of scripture, the time has come to set aside childish things. The time has come to reaffirm our enduring spirit; to choose our better history; to carry forward that precious gift, that noble idea, passed on from generation to generation: the God-given promise that all are equal, all are free and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness.
"In reaffirming the greatness of our nation, we understand that greatness is never a given. It must be earned. Our journey has never been one of shortcuts or settling for less. It has not been the path for the faint-hearted — for those who prefer leisure over work, or seek only the pleasures of riches and fame. Rather, it has been the risk-takers, the doers, the makers of things — some celebrated but more often men and women obscure in their labor, who have carried us up the long, rugged path towards prosperity and freedom.
"For us, they packed up their few worldly possessions and traveled across oceans in search of a new life.
"For us, they toiled in sweatshops and settled the West; endured the lash of the whip and plowed the hard earth.
"For us, they fought and died, in places like Concord and Gettysburg; Normandy and Khe Sahn.
"Time and again these men and women struggled and sacrificed and worked till their hands were raw so that we might live a better life. They saw America as bigger than the sum of our individual ambitions; greater than all the differences of birth or wealth or faction.
"This is the journey we continue today. We remain the most prosperous, powerful nation on Earth. Our workers are no less productive than when this crisis began. Our minds are no less inventive, our goods and services no less needed than they were last week or last month or last year. Our capacity remains undiminished. But our time of standing pat, of protecting narrow interests and putting off unpleasant decisions — that time has surely passed. Starting today, we must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and begin again the work of remaking America.
"For everywhere we look, there is work to be done. The state of the economy calls for action, bold and swift, and we will act — not only to create new jobs, but to lay a new foundation for growth. We will build the roads and bridges, the electric grids and digital lines that feed our commerce and bind us together. We will restore science to its rightful place, and wield technology's wonders to raise health care's quality and lower its cost. We will harness the sun and the winds and the soil to fuel our cars and run our factories. And we will transform our schools and colleges and universities to meet the demands of a new age. All this we can do. And all this we will do.
"Now, there are some who question the scale of our ambitions — who suggest that our system cannot tolerate too many big plans. Their memories are short. For they have forgotten what this country has already done; what free men and women can achieve when imagination is joined to common purpose, and necessity to courage.
"What the cynics fail to understand is that the ground has shifted beneath them — that the stale political arguments that have consumed us for so long no longer apply. The question we ask today is not whether our government is too big or too small, but whether it works — whether it helps families find jobs at a decent wage, care they can afford, a retirement that is dignified. Where the answer is yes, we intend to move forward. Where the answer is no, programs will end. And those of us who manage the public's dollars will be held to account — to spend wisely, reform bad habits, and do our business in the light of day — because only then can we restore the vital trust between a people and their government.
"Nor is the question before us whether the market is a force for good or ill. Its power to generate wealth and expand freedom is unmatched, but this crisis has reminded us that without a watchful eye, the market can spin out of control — and that a nation cannot prosper long when it favors only the prosperous. The success of our economy has always depended not just on the size of our gross domestic product, but on the reach of our prosperity; on our ability to extend opportunity to every willing heart — not out of charity, but because it is the surest route to our common good.
"As for our common defense, we reject as false the choice between our safety and our ideals. Our founding fathers, faced with perils we can scarcely imagine, drafted a charter to assure the rule of law and the rights of man, a charter expanded by the blood of generations. Those ideals still light the world, and we will not give them up for expedience's sake. And so to all other peoples and governments who are watching today, from the grandest capitals to the small village where my father was born: know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman, and child who seeks a future of peace and dignity, and that we are ready to lead once more.
"Recall that earlier generations faced down fascism and communism not just with missiles and tanks, but with sturdy alliances and enduring convictions. They understood that our power alone cannot protect us, nor does it entitle us to do as we please. Instead, they knew that our power grows through its prudent use; our security emanates from the justness of our cause, the force of our example, the tempering qualities of humility and restraint.
"We are the keepers of this legacy. Guided by these principles once more, we can meet those new threats that demand even greater effort — even greater cooperation and understanding between nations. We will begin to responsibly leave Iraq to its people, and forge a hard-earned peace in Afghanistan. With old friends and former foes, we will work tirelessly to lessen the nuclear threat, and roll back the specter of a warming planet. We will not apologize for our way of life, nor will we waver in its defense, and for those who seek to advance their aims by inducing terror and slaughtering innocents, we say to you now that our spirit is stronger and cannot be broken; you cannot outlast us, and we will defeat you.
"For we know that our patchwork heritage is a strength, not a weakness. We are a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus — and non-believers. We are shaped by every language and culture, drawn from every end of this Earth; and because we have tasted the bitter swill of civil war and segregation, and emerged from that dark chapter stronger and more united, we cannot help but believe that the old hatreds shall someday pass; that the lines of tribe shall soon dissolve; that as the world grows smaller, our common humanity shall reveal itself; and that America must play its role in ushering in a new era of peace.
"To the Muslim world, we seek a new way forward, based on mutual interest and mutual respect. To those leaders around the globe who seek to sow conflict, or blame their society's ills on the West — know that your people will judge you on what you can build, not what you destroy. To those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent, know that you are on the wrong side of history; but that we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist.
"To the people of poor nations, we pledge to work alongside you to make your farms flourish and let clean waters flow; to nourish starved bodies and feed hungry minds. And to those nations like ours that enjoy relative plenty, we say we can no longer afford indifference to suffering outside our borders; nor can we consume the world's resources without regard to effect. For the world has changed, and we must change with it.
"As we consider the road that unfolds before us, we remember with humble gratitude those brave Americans who, at this very hour, patrol far-off deserts and distant mountains. They have something to tell us today, just as the fallen heroes who lie in Arlington whisper through the ages. We honor them not only because they are guardians of our liberty, but because they embody the spirit of service; a willingness to find meaning in something greater than themselves. And yet, at this moment — a moment that will define a generation — it is precisely this spirit that must inhabit us all.
"For as much as government can do and must do, it is ultimately the faith and determination of the American people upon which this nation relies. It is the kindness to take in a stranger when the levees break, the selflessness of workers who would rather cut their hours than see a friend lose their job which sees us through our darkest hours. It is the firefighter's courage to storm a stairway filled with smoke, but also a parent's willingness to nurture a child, that finally decides our fate.
"Our challenges may be new. The instruments with which we meet them may be new. But those values upon which our success depends — hard work and honesty, courage and fair play, tolerance and curiosity, loyalty and patriotism — these things are old. These things are true. They have been the quiet force of progress throughout our history. What is demanded then is a return to these truths. What is required of us now is a new era of responsibility — a recognition, on the part of every American, that we have duties to ourselves, our nation, and the world, duties that we do not grudgingly accept but rather seize gladly, firm in the knowledge that there is nothing so satisfying to the spirit, so defining of our character, than giving our all to a difficult task.
"This is the price and the promise of citizenship.
"This is the source of our confidence — the knowledge that ` calls on us to shape an uncertain destiny.
"This is the meaning of our liberty and our creed — why men and women and children of every race and every faith can join in celebration across this magnificent mall, and why a man whose father less than sixty years ago might not have been served at a local restaurant can now stand before you to take a most sacred oath.
"So let us mark this day with remembrance, of who we are and how far we have traveled. In the year of America's birth, in the coldest of months, a small band of patriots huddled by dying campfires on the shores of an icy river. The capital was abandoned. The enemy was advancing. The snow was stained with blood. At a moment when the outcome of our revolution was most in doubt, the father of our nation ordered these words be read to the people:
"'Let it be told to the future world ... that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue could survive...that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet (it).'
"America, in the face of our common dangers, in this winter of our hardship, let us remember these timeless words. With hope and virtue, let us brave once more the icy currents, and endure what storms may come. Let it be said by our children's children that when we were tested we refused to let this journey end, that we did not turn back nor did we falter; and with eyes fixed on the horizon and God's grace upon us, we carried forth that great gift of freedom and delivered it safely to future generations."
Barak Obama's First Inaugural Address, January 20, 2009.
Barak Obama said on January 20, 2009:
"As for our common defense, we reject as false the choice between our safety and our ideals. Our Founding Fathers, faced with perils we can scarcely imagine, drafted a charter to assure the rule of law and the rights of man, a charter expanded by the blood of generations. Those ideals still light the world, and we will not give them up for expedience's sake. And so to all other peoples and governments who are watching today, from the grandest capitals to the small village where my father was born: know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman, and child who seeks a future of peace and dignity, and that we are ready to lead once more.
"Recall that earlier generations faced down fascism and communism not just with missiles and tanks, but with sturdy alliances and enduring convictions. They understood that our power alone cannot protect us, nor does it entitle us to do as we please. Instead, they knew that our power grows through its prudent use; our security emanates from the justness of our cause, the force of our example, the tempering qualities of humility and restraint."
Monday, January 19, 2009
Gina's comments to my fed. parole post.
Gina said...
Hi Everyone,
This is going to be a very long email, post, PM or whatever else that I do with it. Everyone that is getting this has expressed a desire to join with me in this movement ( I want to deem it a movement) and at this time I would like to thank you and assure you that it wont be in vain. I have already worked too hard in that direction and that is why I am confident that with a couple people such as you and I we can will make an impact. If there is an area that you can specialize in then don’t worry about stepping on toes this is something we all need to be able to get in where we fit in at and run with it. We will all have our places and it wont take too long to know where they are. Maybe somebody can organize better than I, or somebody has a great printer, a better writer, has unlimited minutes, free long distance, etc etc. you get my drift. As well of course any and all ideas are welcome. I am going to set up an email address that will be specifically for you all and our common interest. You may wish to do the same as I have plans that this is going to be big enough to deserve its own place. We may be utilizing yahoo messenger and since yahoo has free email that would probably be the best choice since I bet everyone is already familiar with it. Go ahead and include that on your to do list ASAP. Yahoo mail and Yahoo messenger. We will then be prepared to all chat together. Pick a night and time to hold meetings. I am flexible myself for the most part. PTO has a chat room but, I hear that is is hard to use and I don’t know if they would appreciate us there. I have already been told that PTO is not an activist site by a fellow member. I don’t need these people mad at us. That has happened before and let me tell you if you ever say something the wrong way no matter how innocent it may be the fight is on. Next thing you know you are wasting all your time trying to apologize and losing focus of your original intentions. So we are going to use Yahoo. We need a name for our group.
Lately I have been sending letters in to prisoners (just anyone) asking that they mail things to their families. I supply them with prewritten letters and phone numbers to call. This gets a lot attention but it is costly. However, it does seem to be working and right now Ill take it. If you choose to do this remember that some of these guys do not have the money to make copies so I send them 6 in each letter. With one stamp you can enclose 6 pages. If you want to you can divide the pages into sections so that they can pass them around to their co inmates then the co inmates can send them home.
Another thing is writing to my Congressman, Representatives, Legislators, Senators, The White House and Obama. I have sample letters if you want them.
https://writerep.house.gov/writerep/welcome.shtml You may find your lawmakers here. You may send them emails, however when I do this I will also send them a hard copy as well.
You know when you get those forwarded emails and they have all of those addresses at the top? I copy/paste them into a new email (the Bcc Section just to be respectful) and in the subject line I title it "Letter to a Stranger from a Stranger". In the body is my plea and it goes like this.
Hi Stranger,
I need a bit of help from as many folks as I can find that is willing to make a phone call or write a letter for me in behalf of my brother. Just visit the link below and do what you can or will do. Whatever you would be able to do will be very much appreciated. I just want my brother to come home, At this point he is age 42 and we wont see him again until he is 54 unless we are able to get some new laws passed and the only way that this will happen is with the help from folks such as yourself. This isn't some bogus pass to 10 people in 10 minutes and you will experience some fantastic thing. Its just a plea that is real and very much needed and appreciated. Thanks for your time. Id love to hear from anyone who has the time to respond with their opinion on what I'm doing and just to let me know if you were able to help out.
Sincerely,
Gina
Please, will you just visit the link below.
http://gfarris61.spaces.live.com/default.aspx
The above letter needs serious revision. If someone wants to help me with that I would appreciate it. You should practice using this tactic because it is easy and effective. What you do is save a "plea" letter in your drafts folder since it makes it easy to pull up when you get those long lists of addresses. Then copy the addresses into the Bcc section. And press send. You may wish to erase your own signature. You may either use your own or you may use what I have, until we come up with something better. I know that it is working because my site counter indicates that people are coming and I don’t have that many friends. At this point the site that I am directing them all to is also very weak. You see, I haven't been back on line very long and I have never set up a web site before so this is all very new in the making. But it will do for now.
Also with those emails you get those that are too cool not to forward and you know its going to go a very long way so when I pass those forward I take that link of mine and I strategically place it into that mail before I forward it. I also highlight it and make it really really big. Sometimes I will put a note under it begging for help. And sometimes I just leave it there with no reference to it at all. I have just given you 3 very easy ways to generate our traffic by using other peoples contacts and emails!!
Obama has a site up that his team is using to hear the voice of America. We need to find the right question to post and then flood that question with responses. The questions that get the most attention of course in return get the most attention from his team, ultimately Obama will respond provided that we generate the needed traffic. If we did this right, had all our people ready to simultaneously prepared to respond and use those email addresses to flood our question with then the magnitude of this would be huge. I just seen it used by "The Pen". You should go check it out. This is part of the email that I got from them today.....This is an example of what we will do.........
_______________________________________________________________________________
We scored an amazing mass media victory this week, which we must
immediately build on and expand, when first Keith Olbermann took note
of the fact that the number one question on the Obama "change" site
was asking about a special prosecutor for the torture and wiretap
crimes of the Bush administration.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPTHvMJYKLY
_______________________________________________________________________________
Now here is another thing that has taken me 3 days to come up with and I got it from the same place as what above. I believe that these are the guys that will be on the committee that will be reviewing the bill whenever Davis presents it in may. These guys definitely need called so that we can express our opinions, requests and needs.
You can reach any Senator toll free by calling either 800-828-0498 or 800-473-6711 and asking to be connected to them by name.
1) Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (RI)
2) Senator Dick Durbin (IL) This Senator called me back on our issue about 3 years ago, during the same time that Obama wrote me.
3) Senator Patrick Leahy (VT)
4) Senator Russ Feingold (WI)
Please call each of the four above if you can, and do some other Democrats if you have time. Other possible good advocates are Senator
Ted Kennedy (MA), and even maybe Senator Chuck Schumer (NY).OK, so here's the plan. Because the members of the Judiciary
Committee represent the whole country you have every right to ask them to represent your concerns, even if you are not from their own
state (but all the better if you are) As to Senator Kennedy, if you have time to call him as well, and the other Democratic Senators on the Judiciary Committee, Herb Kohl (WI), Dianne Feinstein (CA), Benjamin Cardin (MD), and for the next week only Joe Biden (DE), you can just make the general arguments the talking points are found in this link below. You don’t have to use them, you may use your own but it would be a good idea to prepare yourself so that you may be clear and effective during your call:
Talking points: http://www.fedcure.org/documents/07032005-FedCURE-TalkingPoints-ReviveSystemOfParoleForFederalPrisoners-FINAL-30-FC-sig.pdf
Finally the last thing that I have for today is reading the "Bottoms Up" manual. It is a grass roots approach to activism. I have not done this yet but I have started. Maybe we could do this as an assignment within our group once we get a group established. According to this manual, we only need 2 people to consider it a group. So go ahead and check it out if you have time to today. This is a number one priority. Like a prerequisite of some sort. Definitely something that we will need to do if nothing else as a assignment type deal and to do maybe a section per day. Does that sound like something that would be a reachable goal? Yes we can.....
http://www.november.org/BottomsUp/index.html
That’s all that I have for now. Make some calls today, write at least one letter, send something to the inside and read your introduction of the grass roots manual. I will also be working on the Change.gov site question. I am going to wait to see if one of you may be able to put a better web site together before I waste any more time on that. Lets decide to work on our goals daily, say at least a hour a day and meet weekly on the messenger. So if you don’t have yahoo messenger already please go ahead and get that downloaded.
http://messenger.yahoo.com/download
Ok. I hope that this sounds good to you and please do not feel overwhelmed or pressured. I will take whatever you want to give. Nothing will be too little or too much.
Sincerely,
Gina
http://gfarris61.spaces.live.com/default.aspx
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Kenneth Stepp said...
O.K. You can count me into your Yahoo group. Also, I am Publishing Gina's comment as a blog on my blog spot, because not many people dig into the comments. Kenneth Stepp.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Happy Martin Luther King Day.
2009 is a big year with the events in the Capital tomorrow. You have a happy Martin Luther King day today, and enjoy tomorrow. Kenneth Stepp.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Education and Gross National Product
INTRODUCTION
A nation's level of output is greatly influenced by its policies concerning the education of its people. A person's income level is greatly influenced by his educational background, and a nation is a collection of people.
Higher wages generally accompany more extensive educational training. In a study of metropolitan workers in 1966-67, it was found that the average establishment paid its skilled maintenance workers from 35% to 45% more than its men janitors. This wage gap between the skilled and the unskilled was even wider earlier in our nation's history. In 1907, skilled workers in manufacturing earned more than double that of unskilled workers. A large earnings difference exists between well-educated men and poorly-educated men. In 1970, men who never finished eight grades of school earned scarcely $3,800 annually, but college graduates did three times as well.
Comparisons of white and nonwhite Americans revealed a similar relationship between education and earnings. The median white American family income was $6,858 in 1065; whereas the median nonwhite American family income was $3,839 in the same year. The 25-year-old white American had a median of 12.0 years of schooling; however, his less-affluent nonwhite counterpart had completed only 9.0 years of school. Even in the Soviet Union, skilled workers got more pay than the unskilled.
Perhaps a nation could raise its gross national product (GNP) by educating its people so that they will have higher individual earnings. The fallacy of composition often demolishes economic theories which gereralize from individual cases. Stronger evidence is needed before any definite conclusions can be reached concerning the relationship between educational policy and economic performance.
EDUCATION AND GDP PER CAPITA
A comparison of various nations' educational policies and their economic performance presents sounder evidence of the relationship between national educational policy and economic development. Figure 1(below) summarizes the results of a study of eighteen (18)
nations. [click graph to enlarge it].
A positive correlation exists between the percentage of national income spent on public education and the 1963 Gross National Product (hence GNP) per capita (per person) for each nation. The coeffecient of determination (R squared) for the eighteen nations is 57.19%. The United States is an unusual nation because of the American leadership in the Cold War and in many technological fields. Excluding the U.S.from the analysis yields an R-squared of 60.47%.
A. PARAMETERS.
The parameters of Figure 1 were chosen for their relevance and availability. The parameter dealing with education indicates the proportion of a nation's income that is invested in educating the people. The proportion of a nation's goods and services diverted to public education is an index of the nation's public education policy that easily is compared with that of other nations. The educational criteria is based on statistics for one year of the 1960's, but pulic educational policy is remarkably stable from decade to decade. A comparison of data for the U.S., Britain, and Germany shows that at the beginning of this century, the U.S. had the highest employment in public education as a percent of total employment, Britain had the second highest, and Germany had the lowest. In the 1960's, the same relationship among these three nations was true. The U.S. has led these two nations in this category throughout the twentieth century. Britain has led Germany most of the twentieth century, with an exception of the fewyears leading into World War II. GNP per capita was utilized in order to compare nations of varying sizes rationally.
B. SUMMARY
The analysis in Figure 1 shows that differences in public educational policies account for sixty per cent (60%) of the differences in GNP per capita (or Gross Domestic Product per person). The evidence of Figure 1 indicates that a nation's public educational policy would be a useful input in any model used to predict the nations GNP per capita (or Gross Domestic prodcut per person, or average individual's income).
III. EDUCATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Education is not a permanent investment. Educated people have limited life spans. When an educated person dies, the economic resource of his educatin is exhaustd. Thus, investments in education are subject to the laws of depreciation. The greatera nation's educational resources, the grater the depletion of these resources every year. The depreciation effect implies that a nation wit a low level of education, such as Pakistan, would have a large net investment in education if she spent 4% of her national income on education; however, Sweden would be expected to have a net disinvestment in education if she spent the same proportion of her national income on education. On the other hand, Nationalist China and Pakistan have similar rates of Gross Domestic Product per capita (see Figure 1). Thus, almost any educational policy that results in a net investment in education by Pakistan would result in a net investment in education by Nationalist China. Figures 2,3,4,and 5 summarize the results of studies made of four groups of similar nations. Table I summarizes the input data from figures 1-5.
A. COMBAT AREAS
Figure 2 summarizes an analysis of nine nations which were combat areas in World War II. These countries' similarity lies in the degree of devastation that they encountered in World War II. The existence of each of these nations was challenged in World War II, and these nations had to exhaust most of their available economic resources in order to survive. All of these nations except Britain and Russia were conquered and ruled by alien armies at some time during World War II. The analysis is a correlation of each nation's percent of national income spent on public education and each nation's ratio of 1965 Gross National Product (GNP) to 1953 GNP. The analysis includes five Western nations and four Communist nations. The regression analysis yields a positive relationship with an R-squared of thirty two per cent (32%). The result of this analysis indicates that the relationship of educational policy upon economic growth transcends the Iron Curtain.
B. DEVELOPING NATIONS
Figure 3 summarizes the relationship of five developing nations. These five nations are shown on Figure 1 as being the five nations poorest in Gross National Product per person. These nations exhibit a positive correlation between the percentage of national income spent on public education and the rate of economic growth. These nations' educational systems fail to provide the business managerial talent, nor engineering talent, nor agricultural talent necessary for a strong, prosperous economy.
C. WEALTHY NATIONS
The five wealthiest nations in Figure 1 also exhibit a positive relationship between the proportion of national income spent on education and the GNP ratio. Figure 4 summarizes the analysis of these nations. The coeffecient of determination for this regression analysis is thirty one per cent (31%). Thus, even the affluent nations such as the U.S. and France show a high degree of correlation between their educational policies and their economic growth rates.
D. MAJOR MILITARY POWERS
A nation's weapons of warfare limit its military strength. Weapon are an economic output and a segment of a nation's GNP. Hence, military capabilities are dependent upon economic capabilities. figure 5 summarizes an analysis of the four major military powers of the post World War II era. In Figure 5, a positive relationship exists between the percentage of national income spent on public education and the GNP ratio. The coeffecient of determination in this case is fifty four per cent (54%).
Samuelson has noted that in the "... older countries where an aristocratic tradition lingered ... free schooling beyong the primary grades was never established." None of these major military powers have a relatiely strong aristocratic tradition. The United Kingdome has a history of being among the first European kingdomes to instutute democratic reforms. The U.S. never developed an aristocratic caste. France and Russia have subjected their aristocrats to violent bloodbaths. All four of these jnations have relatively large outlays for education (see Figure 1). America and Russia have much larger populations than England and France have. Thus, the superpowrs of the 1960's had two common attributes: a relatively large population and a relatively large outlay for pulbic education. These two nations have sufficient GNP's to make them the two major military powers of the last half of the twentieth century.
1. The American Economy.
The Americna economy has behind it a long-trm record of the most rapid advance in rpoductivity and living standards ever achieved anywhere. The American economy has six per cent (6%) of the world's population and thirty per cent (30%) of the world's income. In the 1960's the American GNP was about twice the Russian GNP.
2. Russian Advances
Figure 5 shows that Russia's economy was growing faster than America's. The graph also shows that Russia was allocating a largr proportion of her budget to education than was the United States. The Soviet Union passed the U.S.in Ph.D. production in 1965. In 1966, the Soviet Union turned out 19,000 Ph.D.'s; whereas, the U.S. turned out only 15,300 Ph.D.'s in that year. In 1968, the Soviet Union graduated about 200,000 engineers, while the U.S. turned out only 60,000 engineers. The present annual rate of student increase in technical schools in russia was between eight per cent (8%) and nine per cent (9%). the U.S. growth rate in that area in 1968 was about five per cent (5%). However, the U.S. has remained compeitive in education. Each year during the 1960's more people graduated from college in the United States (600,000) than in the Soviet Union (500,000).
3. American Advances
a. Public Investment
The U.S. has shown signs of a new emphasis on public education. Between 1900 and 1950, at each census, school employment declined as a proportion of total public employment in this country. In 1950, 2.4% of the American people were in the educational field. In 1963, 4.53% of the American people were in the educational field. Thus, the U.S. has almost doubled its educational personnel during the Cold War Era.
b. Private Investment
Private investment in American education is likely to increase in the future because of human resource accounting. Human resource accounting is a system of accounting that enables employers to evaluate the potential profits form giving an employee an education or skill in the same way that employers would evaluate the profit from a new machine. Work has been done in human resource accounting at the corporation level since October 1966. In January 1968, a basic system became operational for accounting for investments in managarial personnel. Within the next few years, it is expected that many corporations will extend their useof accounting measurements to include human resources and to utilize the added information in their analyses to support significant corporate decisions.
SUMMARY
Educational policy explains most of a country's GNP per capita and a high proportion of a country's economic growth rate. The high correlation of these variables suggests that educational policy influences the level of GNP per capita and the rate of economic growth. The U.S. has among the largest public education system in the world and is the richest nation in the world. recently, Russia has made great strides in the field of public education, the U.S. has remained competitive. The search for corporate profits may induce a much higher level of America investment in education in the future. In the years ahead, national education policy will continue to affect levels of individual consumption and the relative military strengths of nations.
A nation's level of output is greatly influenced by its policies concerning the education of its people. A person's income level is greatly influenced by his educational background, and a nation is a collection of people.
Higher wages generally accompany more extensive educational training. In a study of metropolitan workers in 1966-67, it was found that the average establishment paid its skilled maintenance workers from 35% to 45% more than its men janitors. This wage gap between the skilled and the unskilled was even wider earlier in our nation's history. In 1907, skilled workers in manufacturing earned more than double that of unskilled workers. A large earnings difference exists between well-educated men and poorly-educated men. In 1970, men who never finished eight grades of school earned scarcely $3,800 annually, but college graduates did three times as well.
Comparisons of white and nonwhite Americans revealed a similar relationship between education and earnings. The median white American family income was $6,858 in 1065; whereas the median nonwhite American family income was $3,839 in the same year. The 25-year-old white American had a median of 12.0 years of schooling; however, his less-affluent nonwhite counterpart had completed only 9.0 years of school. Even in the Soviet Union, skilled workers got more pay than the unskilled.
Perhaps a nation could raise its gross national product (GNP) by educating its people so that they will have higher individual earnings. The fallacy of composition often demolishes economic theories which gereralize from individual cases. Stronger evidence is needed before any definite conclusions can be reached concerning the relationship between educational policy and economic performance.
EDUCATION AND GDP PER CAPITA
A comparison of various nations' educational policies and their economic performance presents sounder evidence of the relationship between national educational policy and economic development. Figure 1(below) summarizes the results of a study of eighteen (18)
nations. [click graph to enlarge it].A positive correlation exists between the percentage of national income spent on public education and the 1963 Gross National Product (hence GNP) per capita (per person) for each nation. The coeffecient of determination (R squared) for the eighteen nations is 57.19%. The United States is an unusual nation because of the American leadership in the Cold War and in many technological fields. Excluding the U.S.from the analysis yields an R-squared of 60.47%.
A. PARAMETERS.
The parameters of Figure 1 were chosen for their relevance and availability. The parameter dealing with education indicates the proportion of a nation's income that is invested in educating the people. The proportion of a nation's goods and services diverted to public education is an index of the nation's public education policy that easily is compared with that of other nations. The educational criteria is based on statistics for one year of the 1960's, but pulic educational policy is remarkably stable from decade to decade. A comparison of data for the U.S., Britain, and Germany shows that at the beginning of this century, the U.S. had the highest employment in public education as a percent of total employment, Britain had the second highest, and Germany had the lowest. In the 1960's, the same relationship among these three nations was true. The U.S. has led these two nations in this category throughout the twentieth century. Britain has led Germany most of the twentieth century, with an exception of the fewyears leading into World War II. GNP per capita was utilized in order to compare nations of varying sizes rationally.
B. SUMMARY
The analysis in Figure 1 shows that differences in public educational policies account for sixty per cent (60%) of the differences in GNP per capita (or Gross Domestic Product per person). The evidence of Figure 1 indicates that a nation's public educational policy would be a useful input in any model used to predict the nations GNP per capita (or Gross Domestic prodcut per person, or average individual's income).
III. EDUCATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Education is not a permanent investment. Educated people have limited life spans. When an educated person dies, the economic resource of his educatin is exhaustd. Thus, investments in education are subject to the laws of depreciation. The greatera nation's educational resources, the grater the depletion of these resources every year. The depreciation effect implies that a nation wit a low level of education, such as Pakistan, would have a large net investment in education if she spent 4% of her national income on education; however, Sweden would be expected to have a net disinvestment in education if she spent the same proportion of her national income on education. On the other hand, Nationalist China and Pakistan have similar rates of Gross Domestic Product per capita (see Figure 1). Thus, almost any educational policy that results in a net investment in education by Pakistan would result in a net investment in education by Nationalist China. Figures 2,3,4,and 5 summarize the results of studies made of four groups of similar nations. Table I summarizes the input data from figures 1-5.
A. COMBAT AREAS
Figure 2 summarizes an analysis of nine nations which were combat areas in World War II. These countries' similarity lies in the degree of devastation that they encountered in World War II. The existence of each of these nations was challenged in World War II, and these nations had to exhaust most of their available economic resources in order to survive. All of these nations except Britain and Russia were conquered and ruled by alien armies at some time during World War II. The analysis is a correlation of each nation's percent of national income spent on public education and each nation's ratio of 1965 Gross National Product (GNP) to 1953 GNP. The analysis includes five Western nations and four Communist nations. The regression analysis yields a positive relationship with an R-squared of thirty two per cent (32%). The result of this analysis indicates that the relationship of educational policy upon economic growth transcends the Iron Curtain.
B. DEVELOPING NATIONS
Figure 3 summarizes the relationship of five developing nations. These five nations are shown on Figure 1 as being the five nations poorest in Gross National Product per person. These nations exhibit a positive correlation between the percentage of national income spent on public education and the rate of economic growth. These nations' educational systems fail to provide the business managerial talent, nor engineering talent, nor agricultural talent necessary for a strong, prosperous economy.
C. WEALTHY NATIONS
The five wealthiest nations in Figure 1 also exhibit a positive relationship between the proportion of national income spent on education and the GNP ratio. Figure 4 summarizes the analysis of these nations. The coeffecient of determination for this regression analysis is thirty one per cent (31%). Thus, even the affluent nations such as the U.S. and France show a high degree of correlation between their educational policies and their economic growth rates.
D. MAJOR MILITARY POWERS
A nation's weapons of warfare limit its military strength. Weapon are an economic output and a segment of a nation's GNP. Hence, military capabilities are dependent upon economic capabilities. figure 5 summarizes an analysis of the four major military powers of the post World War II era. In Figure 5, a positive relationship exists between the percentage of national income spent on public education and the GNP ratio. The coeffecient of determination in this case is fifty four per cent (54%).
Samuelson has noted that in the "... older countries where an aristocratic tradition lingered ... free schooling beyong the primary grades was never established." None of these major military powers have a relatiely strong aristocratic tradition. The United Kingdome has a history of being among the first European kingdomes to instutute democratic reforms. The U.S. never developed an aristocratic caste. France and Russia have subjected their aristocrats to violent bloodbaths. All four of these jnations have relatively large outlays for education (see Figure 1). America and Russia have much larger populations than England and France have. Thus, the superpowrs of the 1960's had two common attributes: a relatively large population and a relatively large outlay for pulbic education. These two nations have sufficient GNP's to make them the two major military powers of the last half of the twentieth century.
1. The American Economy.
The Americna economy has behind it a long-trm record of the most rapid advance in rpoductivity and living standards ever achieved anywhere. The American economy has six per cent (6%) of the world's population and thirty per cent (30%) of the world's income. In the 1960's the American GNP was about twice the Russian GNP.
2. Russian Advances
Figure 5 shows that Russia's economy was growing faster than America's. The graph also shows that Russia was allocating a largr proportion of her budget to education than was the United States. The Soviet Union passed the U.S.in Ph.D. production in 1965. In 1966, the Soviet Union turned out 19,000 Ph.D.'s; whereas, the U.S. turned out only 15,300 Ph.D.'s in that year. In 1968, the Soviet Union graduated about 200,000 engineers, while the U.S. turned out only 60,000 engineers. The present annual rate of student increase in technical schools in russia was between eight per cent (8%) and nine per cent (9%). the U.S. growth rate in that area in 1968 was about five per cent (5%). However, the U.S. has remained compeitive in education. Each year during the 1960's more people graduated from college in the United States (600,000) than in the Soviet Union (500,000).
3. American Advances
a. Public Investment
The U.S. has shown signs of a new emphasis on public education. Between 1900 and 1950, at each census, school employment declined as a proportion of total public employment in this country. In 1950, 2.4% of the American people were in the educational field. In 1963, 4.53% of the American people were in the educational field. Thus, the U.S. has almost doubled its educational personnel during the Cold War Era.
b. Private Investment
Private investment in American education is likely to increase in the future because of human resource accounting. Human resource accounting is a system of accounting that enables employers to evaluate the potential profits form giving an employee an education or skill in the same way that employers would evaluate the profit from a new machine. Work has been done in human resource accounting at the corporation level since October 1966. In January 1968, a basic system became operational for accounting for investments in managarial personnel. Within the next few years, it is expected that many corporations will extend their useof accounting measurements to include human resources and to utilize the added information in their analyses to support significant corporate decisions.
SUMMARY
Educational policy explains most of a country's GNP per capita and a high proportion of a country's economic growth rate. The high correlation of these variables suggests that educational policy influences the level of GNP per capita and the rate of economic growth. The U.S. has among the largest public education system in the world and is the richest nation in the world. recently, Russia has made great strides in the field of public education, the U.S. has remained competitive. The search for corporate profits may induce a much higher level of America investment in education in the future. In the years ahead, national education policy will continue to affect levels of individual consumption and the relative military strengths of nations.
Kenneth Stepp salutes the 655 U.S. troops that sacrificed their lives in Iraq in 2008.
2. Joshua R. Anderson, 24, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 02, 2008 Jordan, Minnesota
3. Ryan D. Maseth, 24, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 02, 2008 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
4. Thomas J. Casey, 32, Army Captain, Jan 03, 2008 Albuquerque, New Mexico
5. Andrew J. Olmsted, 37, Army Major, Jan 03, 2008 Colorado Springs, Colorado
6. Menelek M. Brown, 24, Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class, Jan 04, 2008 Roswell, New Mexico
7. Jason F. Lemke, 30, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 05, 2008 West Allis, Wisconsin
8. James D. Gudridge, 20, Army Specialist, Jan 06, 2008 Carthage, New York
9. Timothy R. Hanson, 23, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 07, 2008 Kenosha, Wisconsin
10. David J. Hart, 22, Army Sergeant, Jan 08, 2008 Lake View Terrace, California
11. Ivan E. Merlo, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 08, 2008 San Marcos, California
12. Phillip J. Pannier, 20, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 08, 2008 Washburn, Illinois
13. Todd E. Davis, 22, Army Specialist, Jan 09, 2008 Raymore, Missouri
14. Jonathan Kilian Dozier, 30, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 09, 2008 Rutherford, Tennessee
15. Sean M. Gaul, 29, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 09, 2008 Reno, Nevada
16. Zachary W. McBride, 20, Army Sergeant, Jan 09, 2008 Bend, Oregon
17. Matthew I. Pionk, 30, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Jan 09, 2008 Superior, Wisconsin
18. Christopher A. Sanders, 22, Army Sergeant, Jan 09, 2008 Roswell, New Mexico
19. Curtis A. Christensen Jr., 29, Marine Lance Corporal, Jan 11, 2008 Collingswood, New Jersey
20. Keith E. Lloyd, 26, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 12, 2008 Milwaukee, Wisconsin
21. Danny L. Kimme, 27, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 16, 2008 Fisher, Illinois
22. David H. Sharrett II, 27, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 16, 2008 Oakton, Virginia
23. John P. Sigsbee, 21, Army Specialist, Jan 16, 2008 Waterville, New York
24. Richard B. Burress, 25, Army Specialist, Jan 19, 2008 Naples, Florida
25. Jon M. Schoolcraft III, 26, Army Specialist, Jan 19, 2008 Wapakoneta, Ohio
26. Justin R. Whiting, 27, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 19, 2008 Hancock, New York
27. James M. Gluff, 20, Marine Lance Corporal, Jan 19, 2008 Tunnel Hill, Georgia
28. Michael R. Sturdivant, 20, Army Sergeant, Jan 22, 2008 Conway, Arkansas
29. Tracy Renee Birkman, 41, Army Sergeant, Jan 25, 2008 New Castle, Virginia
30. Duncan Charles Crookston, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 25, 2008 Denver, Colorado
31. Robert J. Wilson, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 26, 2008 Boynton Beach, Florida
32. Mikeal W. Miller, 22, Army Sergeant, Jan 27, 2008 Albany, Oregon
33. Alan G. Rogers, 40, Army Major, Jan 27, 2008 Hampton, Florida
34. James E. Craig, 26, Army Sergeant, Jan 28, 2008 Hollywood, California
35. Gary W. Jeffries, 37, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 28, 2008 Roscoe, Texas
36. Evan A. Marshall, 21, Army Specialist, Jan 28, 2008 Athens, Georgia
37. Brandon A. Meyer, 20, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 28, 2008 Orange, California
38. Joshua A. R. Young, 21, Army Private, Jan 28, 2008 Riddle, Oregon
39. Michael A. Norman, 36, Army Captain, Jan 31, 2008 Killeen, Texas
40. David E. Schultz, 25, Army 1st Lieutenant, Jan 31, 2008 Blue Island, Illinois
41. Matthew F. Straughter, 27, Army National Guard Sergeant, Jan 31, 2008 St. Charles, Missouri
42. Chad A. Barrett, 35, Army Staff Sergeant, Feb 02, 2008 Saltville, Virginia
43. Christopher J. West, 26, Army Specialist, Feb 04, 2008 Arlington, Texas
44. Nathan H. Hardy, 29, Navy Chief Petty Officer, Feb 04, 2008 Durham, New Hampshire
45. Michael E. Koch, 29, Navy Chief Petty Officer, Feb 04, 2008 State College, Pennsylvania
46. Rafael Alicearivera, 30, Army Sergeant, Feb 05, 2008 Bayamon, Puerto Rico
47. Miguel A. Baez, 32, Army Specialist, Feb 05, 2008 Bonaire, Georgia
48. John C. Osmolski, 23, Army Sergeant, Feb 05, 2008 Eustis, Florida
49. Timothy R. Van Orman, 24, Army Sergeant, Feb 05, 2008 Port Matilda, Pennsylvania
50. Bradley J. Skelton, 40, Army National Guard Sergeant, Feb 06, 2008 Gordonville, Missouri
51. Luis A. Souffront, 25, Navy Petty Officer 1st Class, Feb 07, 2008 Miami, Florida
52. Michael T. Manibog, 31, Army Specialist, Feb 08, 2008 Alameda, California
53. Timothy P. Martin, 27, Army Sergeant, Feb 08, 2008 Pixley, California
54. Jack T. Sweet, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Feb 08, 2008 Alexandria Bay, New York
55. Jerald A. Whisenhunt, 32, Army Staff Sergeant, Feb 08, 2008 Orrick, Missouri
56. Gary D. Willett, 34, Army Sergeant, Feb 08, 2008 Alameda, California
57. Corey E. Spates, 21, Army Sergeant, Feb 10, 2008 LaGrange, Georgia
58. Javares J. Washington, 27, Army Staff Sergeant, Feb 14, 2008 Pensacola, Florida
59. Chad D. Groepper, 21, Army Specialist, Feb 17, 2008 Kingsley, Iowa
60. Luke S. Runyan, 21, Army Specialist, Feb 17, 2008 Spring Grove, Pennsylvania
61. Conrad Alvarez, 22, Army Sergeant, Feb 20, 2008 Big Spring, Texas
62. Albert Bitton, 20, Army Corporal, Feb 20, 2008 Chicago, Illinois
63. Bryant W. Mackey, 30, Army Staff Sergeant, Feb 20, 2008 Eureka, Kansas
64. Jr., Micheal B. Matlock, 21, Army Specialist, Feb 20, 2008 Glen Burnie, Maryland
65. Nathan R. Raudenbush, 25, Army Captain, Feb 20, 2008 Royersford, Pennsylvania
66. Drew W. Weaver, 20, Marine Lance Corporal, Feb 21, 2008 St. Charles, Missouri
67. Keisha M. Morgan, 25, Army Specialist, Feb 22, 2008 Washington, District of Columbia
68. Orlando A. Perez, 23, Army Specialist, Feb 24, 2008 Houston, Texas
69. Micheal E. Phillips, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Feb 24, 2008 Ardmore, Oklahoma
70. Kevin S. Mowl, 22, Army Specialist, Feb 25, 2008 Pittsford, New York
71. Christopher S. Frost, 24, Air Force Staff Sergeant, Mar 04, 2008 Waukesha, Wisconsin
72. Jose A. Paniagua-Morales, 22, Army Corporal, Mar 07, 2008 Bell Gardens, California
73. Phillip R. Anderson, 28, Army Sergeant, Mar 10, 2008 Everett, Washington
74. Donald A. Burkett, 24, Army Specialist, Mar 10, 2008 Comanche, Texas
75. Ernesto G. Cimarrusti, 25, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 10, 2008 Douglas, Arizona
76. David D. Julian, 31, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 10, 2008 Evanston, Wyoming
77. Torre R. Mallard, 27, Army Captain, Mar 10, 2008 Not reported yet, Oklahoma
78. Robert T. McDavid, 28, Army Corporal, Mar 10, 2008 Starkville, Mississippi
79. Scott A. McIntosh, 26, Army Corporal, Mar 10, 2008 Houston, Texas
80. Shawn M. Suzch, 32, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Mar 10, 2008 Hilltown, Pennsylvania
81. Laurent J. West, 32, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 11, 2008 Raleigh, North Carolina
82. Juantrea T. Bradley, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 12, 2008 Greenville, North Carolina
83. Dustin C. Jackson, 21, Army Specialist, Mar 12, 2008 Arlington, Texas
84. Tenzin L. Samten, 33, Army Private 1st Class, Mar 12, 2008 Prescott, Arizona
85. William D. O’Brien, 19, Army Specialist, Mar 15, 2008 Rice, Texas
86. Lerando J. Brown, 27, Army National Guard Specialist, Mar 15, 2008 Gulfport, Mississippi
87. Michael D. Elledge, 41, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 17, 2008 Brownsburg, Indiana
88. Christopher C. Simpson, 23, Army Specialist, Mar 17, 2008 Hampton, Virginia
89. Gregory D. Unruh, 28, Army Sergeant, Mar 19, 2008 Dickinson, Texas
90. Keith M. Maupin, 20, Army Sergeant, Mar 21, 2008 Batavia, Ohio
91. Tyler J. Smith, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Mar 21, 2008 Bethel, Maine
92. II, Thomas C. Ray, 40, Army National Guard Sergeant, Mar 22, 2008 Weaverville, North Carolina
93. David S. Stelmat, 27, Army National Guard Specialist, Mar 22, 2008 Littleton, New Hampshire
94. David B. Williams, 26, Army National Guard Sergeant, Mar 22, 2008 Tarboro, North Carolina
95. George Delgado, 21, Army Private, Mar 23, 2008 Palmdale, California
96. Andrew J. Habsieger, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Mar 23, 2008 Festus, Missouri
97. Christopher M. Hake, 26, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 23, 2008 Enid, Oklahoma
98. Jose A. Rubio Hernandez, 24, Army Specialist, Mar 23, 2008 Mission, Texas
99. Joseph D. Gamboa, 34, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 25, 2008 Yigo, Guam
100. Steven I. Candelo, 26, Army Corporal, Mar 26, 2008 Houston, Texas
101. Gregory B. Rundell, 21, Army Specialist, Mar 26, 2008 St. Paul, Not reported yet
102. Joshua A. Molina, 20, Army Specialist, Mar 27, 2008 Houston, Texas
103. Charles A. Jankowski, 24, Army Not reported yet, Mar 28, 2008 Panama City, Florida
104. Durrell L. Bennett, 22, Army Specialist, Mar 29, 2008 Spanaway, Washington
105. Jevon K. Jordan, 32, Army Sergeant, Mar 29, 2008 Norfolk, Virginia
106. Patrick J. Miller, 23, Army Private 1st Class, Mar 29, 2008 New Port Richey, Florida
107. Terrell W. Gilmore, 38, Army National Guard Sergeant, Mar 30, 2008 Baton Rouge, Louisiana
108. William G. Hall, 38, Marine Major, Mar 30, 2008 Seattle, Washington
109. Dayne D. Dhanoolal, 26, Army Sergeant, Mar 31, 2008 Brooklyn, New York
110. Travis L. Griffin, 27, Air Force Staff Sergeant, Apr 03, 2008 Dover, Delaware
111. Jeremiah E. McNeal, 23, Air National Guard Staff Sergeant, Apr 06, 2008 Norfolk, Virginia
112. Ulises Burgos-Cruz, 29, Army Captain, Apr 06, 2008 Not reported yet, Puerto Rico
113. Matthew T. Morris, 23, Army Specialist, Apr 06, 2008 Cedar Park, Texas
114. Shane D. Penley, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Apr 06, 2008 Sauk Village, Illinois
115. Stephen K. Scott, 54, Army Colonel, Apr 06, 2008 New Market, Alabama
116. Stuart A. Wolfer, 36, Army Major, Apr 06, 2008 Coral Springs, Florida
117. Emanuel Pickett, 34, Army National Guard Staff Sergeant, Apr 06, 2008 Teachey, North Carolina
118. Jason C. Kazarick, 30, Army Specialist, Apr 07, 2008 Oakmont, Pennsylvania
119. Michael T. Lilly, 23, Army Sergeant, Apr 07, 2008 Boise, Idaho
120. Timothy M. Smith, 25, Army Sergeant, Apr 07, 2008 South Lake Tahoe, California
121. Richard A. Vaughn, 22, Army Sergeant, Apr 07, 2008 San Diego, California
122. Jeffery L. Hartley, 25, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 08, 2008 Hempstead, Texas
123. Mark E. Rosenberg, 32, Army Major, Apr 08, 2008 Miami Lakes, Florida
124. Anthony L. Capra, 31, Air Force Technical Sergeant, Apr 09, 2008 Hanford, California
125. Jesse A. Ault, 28, Army Sergeant, Apr 09, 2008 Dublin, Virginia
126. Jacob J. Fairbanks, 22, Army Specialist, Apr 09, 2008 Saint Paul, Minnesota
127. Jeremiah C. Hughes, 26, Army Specialist, Apr 09, 2008 Jacksonville, Florida
128. Shaun P. Tousha, 30, Army Sergeant, Apr 09, 2008 Hull, Texas
129. Merlin German, 22, Marine Sergeant, Apr 11, 2008 Manhattan, New York
130. William E. Allmon, 25, Army Specialist, Apr 12, 2008 Ardmore, Oklahoma
131. Arturo Huerta-Cruz, 23, Army Specialist, Apr 14, 2008 Clearwater, Florida
132. Joseph A. Richard III, 27, Army Sergeant, Apr 14, 2008 Lafayette, Louisiana
133. Richard J. Nelson, 23, Marine Reserve Corporal, Apr 14, 2008 Racine, Wisconsin
134. Dean D. Opicka, 29, Marine Reserve Lance Corporal, Apr 14, 2008 Waukesha, Wisconsin
135. Jason L. Brown, 29, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 17, 2008 Magnolia, Texas
136. Benjamin K. Brosh, 22, Army Specialist, Apr 18, 2008 Colorado Springs, Colorado
137. Lance O. Eakes, 25, Army Specialist, Apr 18, 2008 Apex, North Carolina
138. Cherie L. Morton, 40, Navy Petty Officer 1st Class, Apr 20, 2008 Bakersfield, California
139. Steven J. Christofferson, 20, Army Specialist, Apr 21, 2008 Cudahy, Wisconsin
140. Adam J. Kohlhaas, 26, Army Sergeant, Apr 21, 2008 Perryville, Missouri
141. Matthew R. Vandergrift, 28, Marine 1st Lieutenant, Apr 21, 2008 Littleton, Colorado
142. Adrian M. Campos, 22, Navy Airman Apprentice, Apr 21, 2008 El Paso, Texas
143. Ronald R. Harrison, 25, Army Private, Apr 22, 2008 Morris Plains, New Jersey
144. Jordan C. Haerter, 19, Marine Lance Corporal, Apr 22, 2008 Sag Harbor, New York
145. Jonathan T. Yale, 21, Marine Corporal, Apr 22, 2008 Burkeville, Virginia
146. John T. Bishop, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Apr 23, 2008 Gaylord, Michigan
147. Ronald C. Blystone, 34, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 23, 2008 Springfield, Missouri
148. Timothy W. Cunningham, 26, Army 1st Lieutenant, Apr 23, 2008 College Station, Texas
149. Guadalupe Cervantes Ramirez, 26, Army Sergeant, Apr 23, 2008 Mohave Valley, Arizona
150. Shaun J. Whitehead, 24, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 24, 2008 Commerce, Georgia
151. William T. Dix, 32, Army Private 1st Class, Apr 27, 2008 Culver City, California
152. Adam L. Marion, 26, Army Private 1st Class, Apr 28, 2008 Mount Airy, North Carolina
153. Marcus C. Mathes, 26, Army Sergeant, Apr 28, 2008 Zephyrhills, Florida
154. David P. McCormick, 26, Army Specialist, Apr 28, 2008 Fresno, Texas
155. Mark A. Stone, 22, Army Sergeant, Apr 28, 2008 Buchanan Dam,, Texas
156. Bryan E. Bolander, 26, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 29, 2008 Bakersfield, California
157. Clay A. Craig, 22, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 29, 2008 Mesquite, Texas
158. Chad A. Caldwell, 24, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 30, 2008 Spokane, Washington
159. Lawrence D. Ezell, 30, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Apr 30, 2008 Portland, Texas
160. Andrew. R. Pearson, 32, Army Captain, Apr 30, 2008 Billings, Montana
161. Ronald J. Tucker, 21, Army Specialist, Apr 30, 2008 Fountain, Colorado
162. Jeffrey F. Nichols, 21, Army Specialist, May 01, 2008 Granite Shoals, Texas
163. Casey L. Casanova, 22, Marine Lance Corporal, May 01, 2008 McComb, Mississippi
164. Miguel A. Guzman, 21, Marine Corporal, May 01, 2008 Norwalk, California
165. James F. Kimple, 21, Marine Lance Corporal, May 01, 2008 Carroll, Ohio
166. Glen E. Martinez, 31, Marine Sergeant, May 01, 2008 Boulder, Colorado
167. Corey L. Hicks, 22, Army Private, May 02, 2008 Glendale, Arizona
168. Alex D. Gonzalez, 21, Army Specialist, May 06, 2008 Mission, Texas
169. Aaron J. Ward, 19, Army Private 1st Class, May 06, 2008 Jacinto, California
170. Mary J. Jaenichen, 20, Army Specialist, May 09, 2008 Temecula, California
171. Joseph A. Ford, 23, Army National Guard Specialist, May 10, 2008 Knox, Indiana
172. Jessica A. Ellis, 24, Army Corporal, May 11, 2008 Bend, Oregon
173. Victor M. Cota, 33, Army Sergeant , May 14, 2008 Tucson, Arizona
174. John K. Daggett, 21, Army Sergeant, May 15, 2008 Phoenix, Arizona
175. Branden P. Haunert, 21, Army Private, May 18, 2008 Blue Ash, Ohio
176. Kyle Phillip Norris, 22, Army Private 1st Class, May 22, 2008 Zanesville, Ohio
177. Jason F. Dene, 37, Army Sergeant 1st Class, May 25, 2008 Castleton, Vermont
178. Blake W. Evans, 24, Army Sergeant, May 25, 2008 Rockford, Illinois
179. Frank J. Gasper, 25, Army Sergeant, May 25, 2008 Merced, California
180. Christian S. Cotner, 20, Marine Corporal, May 30, 2008 Waterbury, Connecticut
181. Justin R. Mixon, 22, Army Specialist, Jun 01, 2008 Bogalusa, Louisiana
182. Christopher D. McCarthy, 28, Army Reserve Specialist, Jun 01, 2008 Virginia Beach, Virginia
183. Quincy J. Green, 26, Army Specialist, Jun 03, 2008 El Paso, Texas
184. Joshua E. Waltenbaugh, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Jun 03, 2008 Ford City, Pennsylvania
185. Shane P. Duffy, 22, Army Sergeant, Jun 04, 2008 Taunton, Massachusetts
186. Jonathan D. A. Emard, 20, Army Specialist, Jun 04, 2008 Mesquite, Texas
187. Cody R. Legg, 23, Army Sergeant, Jun 04, 2008 Escondido, California
188. David R. Hurst, 31, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Jun 07, 2008 Fort Sill, Oklahoma
189. Tyler E. Pickett, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Jun 08, 2008 Saratoga, Wyoming
190. Thomas F. Duncan III, 21, Army Specialist, Jun 09, 2008 Rowlett, Texas
191. Steve A. McCoy, 23, Army Sergeant, Jun 10, 2008 Moultrie, Georgia
192. Eugene D. M. Kanakaole, 19, Army Private, Jun 11, 2008 Maui, Hawaii
193. Gerard M. Reed, 40, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Jun 11, 2008 Jacksonville Beach, Florida
194. Javier Perales Jr., 19, Marine Lance Corporal, Jun 11, 2008 San Elizario, Texas
195. Kelly E. C. Watters, 19, Marine Lance Corporal, Jun 11, 2008 Virginia Beach, Virginia
196. John D. Aragon, 22, Army Sergeant, Jun 12, 2008 Antioch, California
197. Jason N. Cox, 21, Army Specialist, Jun 16, 2008 Elyria, Ohio
198. Du Hai Tran, 30, Army Staff Sergeant, Jun 20, 2008 Reseda, California
199. Gregory T. Dalessio, 30, Army Captain, Jun 23, 2008 Cherry Hill, New Jersey
200. Bryan M. Thomas, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Jun 23, 2008 Lake Charles, Louisiana
201. Robert C. Hammett, 39, Army Chief Warrant Officer, Jun 24, 2008 Tucson, Arizona
202. Dwayne M. Kelley, 48, Army Major, Jun 24, 2008 Willingboro, New Jersey
203. Alejandro A. Dominguez, 24, Army Sergeant, Jun 25, 2008 San Diego, California
204. Joshua L. Plocica, 20, Army Specialist, Jun 25, 2008 Clarksville, Tennessee
205. Joel A. Taylor, 20, Army Specialist, Jun 25, 2008 Pinetown, North Carolina
206. James M. Yohn, 25, Army Private 1st Class, Jun 25, 2008 Highspire, Pennsylvania
207. Philip J. Dykeman, 38, Marine Captain, Jun 26, 2008 Brockport, New York
208. Max A. Galeai, 42, Marine Lieutenant Colonel, Jun 26, 2008 Pago Pago, American Samoa
209. Marcus W. Preudhomme, 23, Marine Corporal, Jun 26, 2008 North Miami Beach, Florida
210. Anthony Lynn Woodham, 37, Army National Guard Sergeant 1st Class, Jul 05, 2008 Rogers, Arkansas
211. William L. McMillan III, 22, Army Specialist, Jul 08, 2008 Lexington, Kentucky
212. Steven J. Chevalier, 35, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Jul 09, 2008 Flint, Michigan
213. Byron J. Fouty, 19, Army Private, Jul 09, 2008 Waterford, Michigan
214. Alex R. Jimenez, 25, Army Sergeant, Jul 09, 2008 Lawrence, Massachusetts
215. Jeffery S. Stevenson, 20, Marine Lance Corporal, Jul 13, 2008 Newton, New Jersey
216. Danny Dupre, 28, Marine Staff Sergeant, Jul 14, 2008 Lockport, Louisiana
217. Daniel R. Verbeke, 25, Navy Aviation Boatswain Mate 3rd Class, Jul 14, 2008 Exton, Pennsylvania
218. David W. Textor, 27, Army Staff Sergeant, Jul 15, 2008 Roanoke, Virginia
219. Jeremy D. Vrooman, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Jul 15, 2008 Sioux Falls, South Dakota
220. Jackie L. Larsen, 37, Air Force Technical Sergeant, Jul 17, 2008 Tacoma, Washington
221. James A. McHale, 31, Army Sergeant, Jul 30, 2008 Fairfield, Montana
222. Andre Darnell Mitchell, 25, Army Specialist, Jul 31, 2008 Elmont, New York
223. Jennifer L. Cole, 34, Army Private 1st Class, Aug 02, 2008 American Canyon, California
224. Kevin R. Dickson, 21, Army Specialist, Aug 02, 2008 Steelville, Missouri
225. Brian K. Miller, 37, Army National Guard Sergeant, Aug 02, 2008 Pendleton, Indiana
226. Ronald Andrew Schmidt, 18, Army National Guard Specialist, Aug 03, 2008 Newton, Kansas
227. Timothy J. Hutton, 21, Army Private, Aug 04, 2008 Dillon, Montana
228. Gary M Henry, 34, Army National Guard Sergeant, Aug 04, 2008 Indianapolis, Illinois
229. Jonathan D. Menke, 22, Army National Guard Specialist, Aug 04, 2008 Madison, Indiana
230. Danny E. Maybin, 47, Army Main Sergeant, Aug 07, 2008 Columbia, South Carolina
231. Adam T. McKiski, 21, Marine Corporal, Aug 07, 2008 Cherry Valley, Illinois
232. Stewart S. Trejo, 25, Marine Corporal, Aug 07, 2008 Whitefish, Montana
233. Jose E. Ulloa, 23, Army Sergeant, Aug 09, 2008 New York, New York
234. Kenneth B. Gibson, 25, Army Sergeant, Aug 10, 2008 Christiansburg, Virginia
235. Michael H. Ferschke Jr., 22, Marine Sergeant, Aug 10, 2008 Maryville, Tennessee
236. James M. Hale, 23, Army Corporal, Aug 13, 2008 Naperville, Illinois
237. Janelle F. King, 23, Army Private, Aug 14, 2008 Merced, California
238. Daniel A. C. McGuire, 19, Marine Private 1st Class, Aug 14, 2008 Mashpee, Massachusetts
239. Travis M. Stottlemyer, 20, Marine Lance Corporal, Aug 17, 2008 Hatfield, Pennsylvania
240. George Stanciel, 40, Army Not reported yet, Aug 19, 2008 Greenwood, Mississippi
241. Steven J. Fitzmorris, 26, Army Specialist, Aug 25, 2008 Columbia, Missouri
242. Carlo E. Alfonso, 23, Army Specialist, Aug 26, 2008 Spokane, Washington
243. David K. Cooper, 25, Army Sergeant, Aug 27, 2008 Williamsburg, Kentucky
244. Michael L. Gonzalez, 20, Army Specialist, Aug 28, 2008 Spotswood, New Jersey
245. Jorge L. Feliz Nieve, 26, Army Specialist, Aug 28, 2008 Queens, New York
246. Patrick W. May, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 02, 2008 Jamestown, New York
247. Kenneth W. Mayne, 29, Army Sergeant, Sep 04, 2008 Fort Benning, Georgia
248. Bryan R. Thomas, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 04, 2008 Battle Creek, Michigan
249. Jordan P. P. Thibeault, 22, Army Private, Sep 05, 2008 South Jordan, Utah
250. Daniel R. Sexton, 53, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Sep 10, 2008 Wentzville, Missouri
251. Darris J. Dawson, 24, Army Staff Sergeant, Sep 14, 2008 Pensacola, Florida
252. Wesley R. Durbin, 26, Army Sergeant, Sep 14, 2008 Hurst, Texas
253. Sidney J. Marceaux Jr., 69, Army Colonel (Chaplain), Sep 14, 2008 Beaumont, Texas
254. Ralph J. Marino, 46, Army Lieutenant Colonel, Sep 14, 2008 Houston, Pennsylvania
255. Leonard J. Gulczynski I, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 17, 2008 Carol Stream, Illinois
256. Darrick D. Wright, 37, Army Captain, Sep 17, 2008 Nashville, Tennessee
257. Corry A. Edwards, 38, Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer, Sep 18, 2008 Kennedale, Texas
258. Daniel M. Eshbaugh, 43, Army National Guard Sergeant, Sep 18, 2008 Norman, Oklahoma
259. Anthony L. Mason, 37, Army National Guard Sergeant, Sep 18, 2008 Springtown, Texas
260. Julio C. Ordonez, 54, Army National Guard 1st Sergeant, Sep 18, 2008 San Antonio, Texas
261. Brady J. Rudolf, 37, Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer, Sep 18, 2008 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
262. Michael E. Thompson, 23, Army National Guard Corporal, Sep 18, 2008 Harrah, Oklahoma
263. Robert Vallejo II, 28, Army National Guard Not reported yet, Sep 18, 2008 Richland Hills, Texas
264. Matthew J. Taylor, 25, Army Staff Sergeant, Sep 21, 2008 Charleston, South Carolina
265. Thomas J. Brown, 26, Army 1st Lieutenant, Sep 23, 2008 Shelton, Virginia
266. Michael J. Medders, 25, Army Captain, Sep 24, 2008 Elyria, Ohio
267. Ronald Phillips Jr., 33, Army Staff Sergeant, Sep 25, 2008 Conway, South Carolina
268. Jamel A. Bryant, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 27, 2008 Belleville, Illinois
269. Christopher T. Fox, 21, Army Specialist, Sep 29, 2008 Memphis, Tennessee
270. Christopher A. Bartkiewicz, 25, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 30, 2008 Dunfermline, Illinois
271. Tavarus D. Setzler, 23, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 03, 2008 Jacksonville, Florida
272. William P. Rudd, 27, Army Sergeant, Oct 05, 2008 Madisonville, Kentucky
273. Michael R. Stahlman, 45, Marine Colonel, Oct 05, 2008 Chevy Chase, Maryland
274. Michael K. Clark, 24, Army Sergeant, Oct 07, 2008 Sacramento, California
275. Reuben M. Fernandez III, 22, Army Corporal, Oct 11, 2008 Abilene, Texas
276. Geoffrey G. Johnson, 28, Army Specialist, Oct 12, 2008 Lubbock, Texas
277. Christopher A. McCraw, 23, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 14, 2008 Columbia, Mississippi
278. Justin A. Saint, 22, Army Specialist, Oct 15, 2008 Albertville, Alabama
279. Heath K. Pickard, 25, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 16, 2008 Palestine, Texas
280. Stacy A. Dryden, 22, Marine Lance Corporal, Oct 20, 2008 North Canton, Ohio
281. Brian P. Hause, 29, Air Force Staff Sergeant, Oct 23, 2008 Stoystown, Pennsylvania
282. Cody J. Eggleston, 21, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 24, 2008 Eugene, Oregon
283. Bradley S. Coleman, 24, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 29, 2008 Martinsville, Virginia
284. Scott J. Metcalf, 36, Army Sergeant, Oct 29, 2008 Framingham, Massachusetts
285. Adam McKamey Wenger, 27, Army Specialist, Nov 05, 2008 Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
286. Theron V. Hobbs, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Nov 06, 2008 Albany, Georgia
287. William Justin McClellan, 22, Army Sergeant, Nov 06, 2008 New Castle, Indiana
288. Timothy H. Walker, 38, Army Staff Sergeant, Nov 08, 2008 Franklin, Tennessee
289. Jose Regalado, 23, Army Sergeant, Nov 12, 2008 Los Angeles, California
290. Corey M. Shea, 21, Army Specialist, Nov 12, 2008 Mansfield, Massachusetts
291. Armando A. De La Paz, 21, Army Specialist, Nov 13, 2008 Riverside, California
292. James M. Clay, 25, Army National Guard Specialist, Nov 13, 2008 Mountain Home, Arkansas
293. Aaron M. Allen, 24, Marine Corporal, Nov 14, 2008 Buellton, California
294. Donald V. Clark, 37, Army Chief Warrant Officer, Nov 15, 2008 Memphis, Tennessee
295. Christian P. Humphreys, 28, Army Chief Warrant Officer, Nov 15, 2008 Fallon, Nevada
296. Marcelo R. Velasco, 40, Marine Gunnery Sergeant, Nov 19, 2008 Miami, Florida
297. Charles Yi Barnett, 19, Army Private, Nov 20, 2008 Bel Air, Maryland
298. Miguel A. Wilson, 36, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Nov 21, 2008 Bonham, Texas
299. Anthony Davis, 43, Army Master Sergeant, Nov 24, 2008 Triangle, Virginia
300. William K. Jernigan, 35, Army 1st Lieutenant, Nov 24, 2008 Doraville, Georgia
301. Warren A. Frank, 26, Marine Captain, Nov 25, 2008 Cincinnati, Ohio
302. Solomon T. Sam, 31, Army Staff Sergeant, Dec 04, 2008 Majuro, Marshall Islands
303. John J. Savage, 26, Army Sergeant, Dec 04, 2008 Weatherford, Texas
304. Jonathan W. Dean, 25, Army Staff Sergeant, Dec 20, 2008 Henagar, Alabama
305. Coleman W. Hinkefent, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Dec 20, 2008 Coweta, Oklahoma
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337. Joshua R. Anderson, 24, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 02, 2008 Jordan, Minnesota
338. Ryan D. Maseth, 24, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 02, 2008 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
339. Thomas J. Casey, 32, Army Captain, Jan 03, 2008 Albuquerque, New Mexico
340. Andrew J. Olmsted, 37, Army Major, Jan 03, 2008 Colorado Springs, Colorado
341. Menelek M. Brown, 24, Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class, Jan 04, 2008 Roswell, New Mexico
342. Jason F. Lemke, 30, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 05, 2008 West Allis, Wisconsin
343. James D. Gudridge, 20, Army Specialist, Jan 06, 2008 Carthage, New York
344. Timothy R. Hanson, 23, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 07, 2008 Kenosha, Wisconsin
345. David J. Hart, 22, Army Sergeant, Jan 08, 2008 Lake View Terrace, California
346. Ivan E. Merlo, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 08, 2008 San Marcos, California
347. Phillip J. Pannier, 20, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 08, 2008 Washburn, Illinois
348. Todd E. Davis, 22, Army Specialist, Jan 09, 2008 Raymore, Missouri
349. Jonathan Kilian Dozier, 30, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 09, 2008 Rutherford, Tennessee
350. Sean M. Gaul, 29, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 09, 2008 Reno, Nevada
351. Zachary W. McBride, 20, Army Sergeant, Jan 09, 2008 Bend, Oregon
352. Matthew I. Pionk, 30, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Jan 09, 2008 Superior, Wisconsin
353. Christopher A. Sanders, 22, Army Sergeant, Jan 09, 2008 Roswell, New Mexico
354. Curtis A. Christensen Jr., 29, Marine Lance Corporal, Jan 11, 2008 Collingswood, New Jersey
355. Keith E. Lloyd, 26, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 12, 2008 Milwaukee, Wisconsin
356. Danny L. Kimme, 27, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 16, 2008 Fisher, Illinois
357. David H. Sharrett II, 27, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 16, 2008 Oakton, Virginia
358. John P. Sigsbee, 21, Army Specialist, Jan 16, 2008 Waterville, New York
359. Richard B. Burress, 25, Army Specialist, Jan 19, 2008 Naples, Florida
360. Jon M. Schoolcraft III, 26, Army Specialist, Jan 19, 2008 Wapakoneta, Ohio
361. Justin R. Whiting, 27, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 19, 2008 Hancock, New York
362. James M. Gluff, 20, Marine Lance Corporal, Jan 19, 2008 Tunnel Hill, Georgia
363. Michael R. Sturdivant, 20, Army Sergeant, Jan 22, 2008 Conway, Arkansas
364. Tracy Renee Birkman, 41, Army Sergeant, Jan 25, 2008 New Castle, Virginia
365. Duncan Charles Crookston, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 25, 2008 Denver, Colorado
366. Robert J. Wilson, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 26, 2008 Boynton Beach, Florida
367. Mikeal W. Miller, 22, Army Sergeant, Jan 27, 2008 Albany, Oregon
368. Alan G. Rogers, 40, Army Major, Jan 27, 2008 Hampton, Florida
369. James E. Craig, 26, Army Sergeant, Jan 28, 2008 Hollywood, California
370. Gary W. Jeffries, 37, Army Staff Sergeant, Jan 28, 2008 Roscoe, Texas
371. Evan A. Marshall, 21, Army Specialist, Jan 28, 2008 Athens, Georgia
372. Brandon A. Meyer, 20, Army Private 1st Class, Jan 28, 2008 Orange, California
373. Joshua A. R. Young, 21, Army Private, Jan 28, 2008 Riddle, Oregon
374. Michael A. Norman, 36, Army Captain, Jan 31, 2008 Killeen, Texas
375. David E. Schultz, 25, Army 1st Lieutenant, Jan 31, 2008 Blue Island, Illinois
376. Matthew F. Straughter, 27, Army National Guard Sergeant, Jan 31, 2008 St. Charles, Missouri
377. Chad A. Barrett, 35, Army Staff Sergeant, Feb 02, 2008 Saltville, Virginia
378. Christopher J. West, 26, Army Specialist, Feb 04, 2008 Arlington, Texas
379. Nathan H. Hardy, 29, Navy Chief Petty Officer, Feb 04, 2008 Durham, New Hampshire
380. Michael E. Koch, 29, Navy Chief Petty Officer, Feb 04, 2008 State College, Pennsylvania
381. Rafael Alicearivera, 30, Army Sergeant, Feb 05, 2008 Bayamon, Puerto Rico
382. Miguel A. Baez, 32, Army Specialist, Feb 05, 2008 Bonaire, Georgia
383. John C. Osmolski, 23, Army Sergeant, Feb 05, 2008 Eustis, Florida
384. Timothy R. Van Orman, 24, Army Sergeant, Feb 05, 2008 Port Matilda, Pennsylvania
385. Bradley J. Skelton, 40, Army National Guard Sergeant, Feb 06, 2008 Gordonville, Missouri
386. Luis A. Souffront, 25, Navy Petty Officer 1st Class, Feb 07, 2008 Miami, Florida
387. Michael T. Manibog, 31, Army Specialist, Feb 08, 2008 Alameda, California
388. Timothy P. Martin, 27, Army Sergeant, Feb 08, 2008 Pixley, California
389. Jack T. Sweet, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Feb 08, 2008 Alexandria Bay, New York
390. Jerald A. Whisenhunt, 32, Army Staff Sergeant, Feb 08, 2008 Orrick, Missouri
391. Gary D. Willett, 34, Army Sergeant, Feb 08, 2008 Alameda, California
392. Corey E. Spates, 21, Army Sergeant, Feb 10, 2008 LaGrange, Georgia
393. Javares J. Washington, 27, Army Staff Sergeant, Feb 14, 2008 Pensacola, Florida
394. Chad D. Groepper, 21, Army Specialist, Feb 17, 2008 Kingsley, Iowa
395. Luke S. Runyan, 21, Army Specialist, Feb 17, 2008 Spring Grove, Pennsylvania
396. Conrad Alvarez, 22, Army Sergeant, Feb 20, 2008 Big Spring, Texas
397. Albert Bitton, 20, Army Corporal, Feb 20, 2008 Chicago, Illinois
398. Bryant W. Mackey, 30, Army Staff Sergeant, Feb 20, 2008 Eureka, Kansas
399. Jr., Micheal B. Matlock, 21, Army Specialist, Feb 20, 2008 Glen Burnie, Maryland
400. Nathan R. Raudenbush, 25, Army Captain, Feb 20, 2008 Royersford, Pennsylvania
401. Drew W. Weaver, 20, Marine Lance Corporal, Feb 21, 2008 St. Charles, Missouri
402. Keisha M. Morgan, 25, Army Specialist, Feb 22, 2008 Washington, District of Columbia
403. Orlando A. Perez, 23, Army Specialist, Feb 24, 2008 Houston, Texas
404. Micheal E. Phillips, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Feb 24, 2008 Ardmore, Oklahoma
405. Kevin S. Mowl, 22, Army Specialist, Feb 25, 2008 Pittsford, New York
406. Christopher S. Frost, 24, Air Force Staff Sergeant, Mar 04, 2008 Waukesha, Wisconsin
407. Jose A. Paniagua-Morales, 22, Army Corporal, Mar 07, 2008 Bell Gardens, California
408. Phillip R. Anderson, 28, Army Sergeant, Mar 10, 2008 Everett, Washington
409. Donald A. Burkett, 24, Army Specialist, Mar 10, 2008 Comanche, Texas
410. Ernesto G. Cimarrusti, 25, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 10, 2008 Douglas, Arizona
411. David D. Julian, 31, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 10, 2008 Evanston, Wyoming
412. Torre R. Mallard, 27, Army Captain, Mar 10, 2008 Not reported yet, Oklahoma
413. Robert T. McDavid, 28, Army Corporal, Mar 10, 2008 Starkville, Mississippi
414. Scott A. McIntosh, 26, Army Corporal, Mar 10, 2008 Houston, Texas
415. Shawn M. Suzch, 32, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Mar 10, 2008 Hilltown, Pennsylvania
416. Laurent J. West, 32, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 11, 2008 Raleigh, North Carolina
417. Juantrea T. Bradley, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 12, 2008 Greenville, North Carolina
418. Dustin C. Jackson, 21, Army Specialist, Mar 12, 2008 Arlington, Texas
419. Tenzin L. Samten, 33, Army Private 1st Class, Mar 12, 2008 Prescott, Arizona
420. William D. O’Brien, 19, Army Specialist, Mar 15, 2008 Rice, Texas
421. Lerando J. Brown, 27, Army National Guard Specialist, Mar 15, 2008 Gulfport, Mississippi
422. Michael D. Elledge, 41, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 17, 2008 Brownsburg, Indiana
423. Christopher C. Simpson, 23, Army Specialist, Mar 17, 2008 Hampton, Virginia
424. Gregory D. Unruh, 28, Army Sergeant, Mar 19, 2008 Dickinson, Texas
425. Keith M. Maupin, 20, Army Sergeant, Mar 21, 2008 Batavia, Ohio
426. Tyler J. Smith, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Mar 21, 2008 Bethel, Maine
427. II, Thomas C. Ray, 40, Army National Guard Sergeant, Mar 22, 2008 Weaverville, North Carolina
428. David S. Stelmat, 27, Army National Guard Specialist, Mar 22, 2008 Littleton, New Hampshire
429. David B. Williams, 26, Army National Guard Sergeant, Mar 22, 2008 Tarboro, North Carolina
430. George Delgado, 21, Army Private, Mar 23, 2008 Palmdale, California
431. Andrew J. Habsieger, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Mar 23, 2008 Festus, Missouri
432. Christopher M. Hake, 26, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 23, 2008 Enid, Oklahoma
433. Jose A. Rubio Hernandez, 24, Army Specialist, Mar 23, 2008 Mission, Texas
434. Joseph D. Gamboa, 34, Army Staff Sergeant, Mar 25, 2008 Yigo, Guam
435. Steven I. Candelo, 26, Army Corporal, Mar 26, 2008 Houston, Texas
436. Gregory B. Rundell, 21, Army Specialist, Mar 26, 2008 St. Paul, Not reported yet
437. Joshua A. Molina, 20, Army Specialist, Mar 27, 2008 Houston, Texas
438. Charles A. Jankowski, 24, Army Not reported yet, Mar 28, 2008 Panama City, Florida
439. Durrell L. Bennett, 22, Army Specialist, Mar 29, 2008 Spanaway, Washington
440. Jevon K. Jordan, 32, Army Sergeant, Mar 29, 2008 Norfolk, Virginia
441. Patrick J. Miller, 23, Army Private 1st Class, Mar 29, 2008 New Port Richey, Florida
442. Terrell W. Gilmore, 38, Army National Guard Sergeant, Mar 30, 2008 Baton Rouge, Louisiana
443. William G. Hall, 38, Marine Major, Mar 30, 2008 Seattle, Washington
444. Dayne D. Dhanoolal, 26, Army Sergeant, Mar 31, 2008 Brooklyn, New York
445. Travis L. Griffin, 27, Air Force Staff Sergeant, Apr 03, 2008 Dover, Delaware
446. Jeremiah E. McNeal, 23, Air National Guard Staff Sergeant, Apr 06, 2008 Norfolk, Virginia
447. Ulises Burgos-Cruz, 29, Army Captain, Apr 06, 2008 Not reported yet, Puerto Rico
448. Matthew T. Morris, 23, Army Specialist, Apr 06, 2008 Cedar Park, Texas
449. Shane D. Penley, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Apr 06, 2008 Sauk Village, Illinois
450. Stephen K. Scott, 54, Army Colonel, Apr 06, 2008 New Market, Alabama
451. Stuart A. Wolfer, 36, Army Major, Apr 06, 2008 Coral Springs, Florida
452. Emanuel Pickett, 34, Army National Guard Staff Sergeant, Apr 06, 2008 Teachey, North Carolina
453. Jason C. Kazarick, 30, Army Specialist, Apr 07, 2008 Oakmont, Pennsylvania
454. Michael T. Lilly, 23, Army Sergeant, Apr 07, 2008 Boise, Idaho
455. Timothy M. Smith, 25, Army Sergeant, Apr 07, 2008 South Lake Tahoe, California
456. Richard A. Vaughn, 22, Army Sergeant, Apr 07, 2008 San Diego, California
457. Jeffery L. Hartley, 25, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 08, 2008 Hempstead, Texas
458. Mark E. Rosenberg, 32, Army Major, Apr 08, 2008 Miami Lakes, Florida
459. Anthony L. Capra, 31, Air Force Technical Sergeant, Apr 09, 2008 Hanford, California
460. Jesse A. Ault, 28, Army Sergeant, Apr 09, 2008 Dublin, Virginia
461. Jacob J. Fairbanks, 22, Army Specialist, Apr 09, 2008 Saint Paul, Minnesota
462. Jeremiah C. Hughes, 26, Army Specialist, Apr 09, 2008 Jacksonville, Florida
463. Shaun P. Tousha, 30, Army Sergeant, Apr 09, 2008 Hull, Texas
464. Merlin German, 22, Marine Sergeant, Apr 11, 2008 Manhattan, New York
465. William E. Allmon, 25, Army Specialist, Apr 12, 2008 Ardmore, Oklahoma
466. Arturo Huerta-Cruz, 23, Army Specialist, Apr 14, 2008 Clearwater, Florida
467. Joseph A. Richard III, 27, Army Sergeant, Apr 14, 2008 Lafayette, Louisiana
468. Richard J. Nelson, 23, Marine Reserve Corporal, Apr 14, 2008 Racine, Wisconsin
469. Dean D. Opicka, 29, Marine Reserve Lance Corporal, Apr 14, 2008 Waukesha, Wisconsin
470. Jason L. Brown, 29, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 17, 2008 Magnolia, Texas
471. Benjamin K. Brosh, 22, Army Specialist, Apr 18, 2008 Colorado Springs, Colorado
472. Lance O. Eakes, 25, Army Specialist, Apr 18, 2008 Apex, North Carolina
473. Cherie L. Morton, 40, Navy Petty Officer 1st Class, Apr 20, 2008 Bakersfield, California
474. Steven J. Christofferson, 20, Army Specialist, Apr 21, 2008 Cudahy, Wisconsin
475. Adam J. Kohlhaas, 26, Army Sergeant, Apr 21, 2008 Perryville, Missouri
476. Matthew R. Vandergrift, 28, Marine 1st Lieutenant, Apr 21, 2008 Littleton, Colorado
477. Adrian M. Campos, 22, Navy Airman Apprentice, Apr 21, 2008 El Paso, Texas
478. Ronald R. Harrison, 25, Army Private, Apr 22, 2008 Morris Plains, New Jersey
479. Jordan C. Haerter, 19, Marine Lance Corporal, Apr 22, 2008 Sag Harbor, New York
480. Jonathan T. Yale, 21, Marine Corporal, Apr 22, 2008 Burkeville, Virginia
481. John T. Bishop, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Apr 23, 2008 Gaylord, Michigan
482. Ronald C. Blystone, 34, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 23, 2008 Springfield, Missouri
483. Timothy W. Cunningham, 26, Army 1st Lieutenant, Apr 23, 2008 College Station, Texas
484. Guadalupe Cervantes Ramirez, 26, Army Sergeant, Apr 23, 2008 Mohave Valley, Arizona
485. Shaun J. Whitehead, 24, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 24, 2008 Commerce, Georgia
486. William T. Dix, 32, Army Private 1st Class, Apr 27, 2008 Culver City, California
487. Adam L. Marion, 26, Army Private 1st Class, Apr 28, 2008 Mount Airy, North Carolina
488. Marcus C. Mathes, 26, Army Sergeant, Apr 28, 2008 Zephyrhills, Florida
489. David P. McCormick, 26, Army Specialist, Apr 28, 2008 Fresno, Texas
490. Mark A. Stone, 22, Army Sergeant, Apr 28, 2008 Buchanan Dam,, Texas
491. Bryan E. Bolander, 26, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 29, 2008 Bakersfield, California
492. Clay A. Craig, 22, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 29, 2008 Mesquite, Texas
493. Chad A. Caldwell, 24, Army Staff Sergeant, Apr 30, 2008 Spokane, Washington
494. Lawrence D. Ezell, 30, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Apr 30, 2008 Portland, Texas
495. Andrew. R. Pearson, 32, Army Captain, Apr 30, 2008 Billings, Montana
496. Ronald J. Tucker, 21, Army Specialist, Apr 30, 2008 Fountain, Colorado
497. Jeffrey F. Nichols, 21, Army Specialist, May 01, 2008 Granite Shoals, Texas
498. Casey L. Casanova, 22, Marine Lance Corporal, May 01, 2008 McComb, Mississippi
499. Miguel A. Guzman, 21, Marine Corporal, May 01, 2008 Norwalk, California
500. James F. Kimple, 21, Marine Lance Corporal, May 01, 2008 Carroll, Ohio
501. Glen E. Martinez, 31, Marine Sergeant, May 01, 2008 Boulder, Colorado
502. Corey L. Hicks, 22, Army Private, May 02, 2008 Glendale, Arizona
503. Alex D. Gonzalez, 21, Army Specialist, May 06, 2008 Mission, Texas
504. Aaron J. Ward, 19, Army Private 1st Class, May 06, 2008 Jacinto, California
505. Mary J. Jaenichen, 20, Army Specialist, May 09, 2008 Temecula, California
506. Joseph A. Ford, 23, Army National Guard Specialist, May 10, 2008 Knox, Indiana
507. Jessica A. Ellis, 24, Army Corporal, May 11, 2008 Bend, Oregon
508. Victor M. Cota, 33, Army Sergeant , May 14, 2008 Tucson, Arizona
509. John K. Daggett, 21, Army Sergeant, May 15, 2008 Phoenix, Arizona
510. Branden P. Haunert, 21, Army Private, May 18, 2008 Blue Ash, Ohio
511. Kyle Phillip Norris, 22, Army Private 1st Class, May 22, 2008 Zanesville, Ohio
512. Jason F. Dene, 37, Army Sergeant 1st Class, May 25, 2008 Castleton, Vermont
513. Blake W. Evans, 24, Army Sergeant, May 25, 2008 Rockford, Illinois
514. Frank J. Gasper, 25, Army Sergeant, May 25, 2008 Merced, California
515. Christian S. Cotner, 20, Marine Corporal, May 30, 2008 Waterbury, Connecticut
516. Justin R. Mixon, 22, Army Specialist, Jun 01, 2008 Bogalusa, Louisiana
517. Christopher D. McCarthy, 28, Army Reserve Specialist, Jun 01, 2008 Virginia Beach, Virginia
518. Quincy J. Green, 26, Army Specialist, Jun 03, 2008 El Paso, Texas
519. Joshua E. Waltenbaugh, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Jun 03, 2008 Ford City, Pennsylvania
520. Shane P. Duffy, 22, Army Sergeant, Jun 04, 2008 Taunton, Massachusetts
521. Jonathan D. A. Emard, 20, Army Specialist, Jun 04, 2008 Mesquite, Texas
522. Cody R. Legg, 23, Army Sergeant, Jun 04, 2008 Escondido, California
523. David R. Hurst, 31, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Jun 07, 2008 Fort Sill, Oklahoma
524. Tyler E. Pickett, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Jun 08, 2008 Saratoga, Wyoming
525. Thomas F. Duncan III, 21, Army Specialist, Jun 09, 2008 Rowlett, Texas
526. Steve A. McCoy, 23, Army Sergeant, Jun 10, 2008 Moultrie, Georgia
527. Eugene D. M. Kanakaole, 19, Army Private, Jun 11, 2008 Maui, Hawaii
528. Gerard M. Reed, 40, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Jun 11, 2008 Jacksonville Beach, Florida
529. Javier Perales Jr., 19, Marine Lance Corporal, Jun 11, 2008 San Elizario, Texas
530. Kelly E. C. Watters, 19, Marine Lance Corporal, Jun 11, 2008 Virginia Beach, Virginia
531. John D. Aragon, 22, Army Sergeant, Jun 12, 2008 Antioch, California
532. Jason N. Cox, 21, Army Specialist, Jun 16, 2008 Elyria, Ohio
533. Du Hai Tran, 30, Army Staff Sergeant, Jun 20, 2008 Reseda, California
534. Gregory T. Dalessio, 30, Army Captain, Jun 23, 2008 Cherry Hill, New Jersey
535. Bryan M. Thomas, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Jun 23, 2008 Lake Charles, Louisiana
536. Robert C. Hammett, 39, Army Chief Warrant Officer, Jun 24, 2008 Tucson, Arizona
537. Dwayne M. Kelley, 48, Army Major, Jun 24, 2008 Willingboro, New Jersey
538. Alejandro A. Dominguez, 24, Army Sergeant, Jun 25, 2008 San Diego, California
539. Joshua L. Plocica, 20, Army Specialist, Jun 25, 2008 Clarksville, Tennessee
540. Joel A. Taylor, 20, Army Specialist, Jun 25, 2008 Pinetown, North Carolina
541. James M. Yohn, 25, Army Private 1st Class, Jun 25, 2008 Highspire, Pennsylvania
542. Philip J. Dykeman, 38, Marine Captain, Jun 26, 2008 Brockport, New York
543. Max A. Galeai, 42, Marine Lieutenant Colonel, Jun 26, 2008 Pago Pago, American Samoa
544. Marcus W. Preudhomme, 23, Marine Corporal, Jun 26, 2008 North Miami Beach, Florida
545. Anthony Lynn Woodham, 37, Army National Guard Sergeant 1st Class, Jul 05, 2008 Rogers, Arkansas
546. William L. McMillan III, 22, Army Specialist, Jul 08, 2008 Lexington, Kentucky
547. Steven J. Chevalier, 35, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Jul 09, 2008 Flint, Michigan
548. Byron J. Fouty, 19, Army Private, Jul 09, 2008 Waterford, Michigan
549. Alex R. Jimenez, 25, Army Sergeant, Jul 09, 2008 Lawrence, Massachusetts
550. Jeffery S. Stevenson, 20, Marine Lance Corporal, Jul 13, 2008 Newton, New Jersey
551. Danny Dupre, 28, Marine Staff Sergeant, Jul 14, 2008 Lockport, Louisiana
552. Daniel R. Verbeke, 25, Navy Aviation Boatswain Mate 3rd Class, Jul 14, 2008 Exton, Pennsylvania
553. David W. Textor, 27, Army Staff Sergeant, Jul 15, 2008 Roanoke, Virginia
554. Jeremy D. Vrooman, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Jul 15, 2008 Sioux Falls, South Dakota
555. Jackie L. Larsen, 37, Air Force Technical Sergeant, Jul 17, 2008 Tacoma, Washington
556. James A. McHale, 31, Army Sergeant, Jul 30, 2008 Fairfield, Montana
557. Andre Darnell Mitchell, 25, Army Specialist, Jul 31, 2008 Elmont, New York
558. Jennifer L. Cole, 34, Army Private 1st Class, Aug 02, 2008 American Canyon, California
559. Kevin R. Dickson, 21, Army Specialist, Aug 02, 2008 Steelville, Missouri
560. Brian K. Miller, 37, Army National Guard Sergeant, Aug 02, 2008 Pendleton, Indiana
561. Ronald Andrew Schmidt, 18, Army National Guard Specialist, Aug 03, 2008 Newton, Kansas
562. Timothy J. Hutton, 21, Army Private, Aug 04, 2008 Dillon, Montana
563. Gary M Henry, 34, Army National Guard Sergeant, Aug 04, 2008 Indianapolis, Illinois
564. Jonathan D. Menke, 22, Army National Guard Specialist, Aug 04, 2008 Madison, Indiana
565. Danny E. Maybin, 47, Army Main Sergeant, Aug 07, 2008 Columbia, South Carolina
566. Adam T. McKiski, 21, Marine Corporal, Aug 07, 2008 Cherry Valley, Illinois
567. Stewart S. Trejo, 25, Marine Corporal, Aug 07, 2008 Whitefish, Montana
568. Jose E. Ulloa, 23, Army Sergeant, Aug 09, 2008 New York, New York
569. Kenneth B. Gibson, 25, Army Sergeant, Aug 10, 2008 Christiansburg, Virginia
570. Michael H. Ferschke Jr., 22, Marine Sergeant, Aug 10, 2008 Maryville, Tennessee
571. James M. Hale, 23, Army Corporal, Aug 13, 2008 Naperville, Illinois
572. Janelle F. King, 23, Army Private, Aug 14, 2008 Merced, California
573. Daniel A. C. McGuire, 19, Marine Private 1st Class, Aug 14, 2008 Mashpee, Massachusetts
574. Travis M. Stottlemyer, 20, Marine Lance Corporal, Aug 17, 2008 Hatfield, Pennsylvania
575. George Stanciel, 40, Army Not reported yet, Aug 19, 2008 Greenwood, Mississippi
576. Steven J. Fitzmorris, 26, Army Specialist, Aug 25, 2008 Columbia, Missouri
577. Carlo E. Alfonso, 23, Army Specialist, Aug 26, 2008 Spokane, Washington
578. David K. Cooper, 25, Army Sergeant, Aug 27, 2008 Williamsburg, Kentucky
579. Michael L. Gonzalez, 20, Army Specialist, Aug 28, 2008 Spotswood, New Jersey
580. Jorge L. Feliz Nieve, 26, Army Specialist, Aug 28, 2008 Queens, New York
581. Patrick W. May, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 02, 2008 Jamestown, New York
582. Kenneth W. Mayne, 29, Army Sergeant, Sep 04, 2008 Fort Benning, Georgia
583. Bryan R. Thomas, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 04, 2008 Battle Creek, Michigan
584. Jordan P. P. Thibeault, 22, Army Private, Sep 05, 2008 South Jordan, Utah
585. Daniel R. Sexton, 53, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Sep 10, 2008 Wentzville, Missouri
586. Darris J. Dawson, 24, Army Staff Sergeant, Sep 14, 2008 Pensacola, Florida
587. Wesley R. Durbin, 26, Army Sergeant, Sep 14, 2008 Hurst, Texas
588. Sidney J. Marceaux Jr., 69, Army Colonel (Chaplain), Sep 14, 2008 Beaumont, Texas
589. Ralph J. Marino, 46, Army Lieutenant Colonel, Sep 14, 2008 Houston, Pennsylvania
590. Leonard J. Gulczynski I, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 17, 2008 Carol Stream, Illinois
591. Darrick D. Wright, 37, Army Captain, Sep 17, 2008 Nashville, Tennessee
592. Corry A. Edwards, 38, Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer, Sep 18, 2008 Kennedale, Texas
593. Daniel M. Eshbaugh, 43, Army National Guard Sergeant, Sep 18, 2008 Norman, Oklahoma
594. Anthony L. Mason, 37, Army National Guard Sergeant, Sep 18, 2008 Springtown, Texas
595. Julio C. Ordonez, 54, Army National Guard 1st Sergeant, Sep 18, 2008 San Antonio, Texas
596. Brady J. Rudolf, 37, Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer, Sep 18, 2008 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
597. Michael E. Thompson, 23, Army National Guard Corporal, Sep 18, 2008 Harrah, Oklahoma
598. Robert Vallejo II, 28, Army National Guard Not reported yet, Sep 18, 2008 Richland Hills, Texas
599. Matthew J. Taylor, 25, Army Staff Sergeant, Sep 21, 2008 Charleston, South Carolina
600. Thomas J. Brown, 26, Army 1st Lieutenant, Sep 23, 2008 Shelton, Virginia
601. Michael J. Medders, 25, Army Captain, Sep 24, 2008 Elyria, Ohio
602. Ronald Phillips Jr., 33, Army Staff Sergeant, Sep 25, 2008 Conway, South Carolina
603. Jamel A. Bryant, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 27, 2008 Belleville, Illinois
604. Christopher T. Fox, 21, Army Specialist, Sep 29, 2008 Memphis, Tennessee
605. Christopher A. Bartkiewicz, 25, Army Private 1st Class, Sep 30, 2008 Dunfermline, Illinois
606. Tavarus D. Setzler, 23, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 03, 2008 Jacksonville, Florida
607. William P. Rudd, 27, Army Sergeant, Oct 05, 2008 Madisonville, Kentucky
608. Michael R. Stahlman, 45, Marine Colonel, Oct 05, 2008 Chevy Chase, Maryland
609. Michael K. Clark, 24, Army Sergeant, Oct 07, 2008 Sacramento, California
610. Reuben M. Fernandez III, 22, Army Corporal, Oct 11, 2008 Abilene, Texas
611. Geoffrey G. Johnson, 28, Army Specialist, Oct 12, 2008 Lubbock, Texas
612. Christopher A. McCraw, 23, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 14, 2008 Columbia, Mississippi
613. Justin A. Saint, 22, Army Specialist, Oct 15, 2008 Albertville, Alabama
614. Heath K. Pickard, 25, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 16, 2008 Palestine, Texas
615. Stacy A. Dryden, 22, Marine Lance Corporal, Oct 20, 2008 North Canton, Ohio
616. Brian P. Hause, 29, Air Force Staff Sergeant, Oct 23, 2008 Stoystown, Pennsylvania
617. Cody J. Eggleston, 21, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 24, 2008 Eugene, Oregon
618. Bradley S. Coleman, 24, Army Private 1st Class, Oct 29, 2008 Martinsville, Virginia
619. Scott J. Metcalf, 36, Army Sergeant, Oct 29, 2008 Framingham, Massachusetts
620. Adam McKamey Wenger, 27, Army Specialist, Nov 05, 2008 Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
621. Theron V. Hobbs, 22, Army Private 1st Class, Nov 06, 2008 Albany, Georgia
622. William Justin McClellan, 22, Army Sergeant, Nov 06, 2008 New Castle, Indiana
623. Timothy H. Walker, 38, Army Staff Sergeant, Nov 08, 2008 Franklin, Tennessee
624. Jose Regalado, 23, Army Sergeant, Nov 12, 2008 Los Angeles, California
625. Corey M. Shea, 21, Army Specialist, Nov 12, 2008 Mansfield, Massachusetts
626. Armando A. De La Paz, 21, Army Specialist, Nov 13, 2008 Riverside, California
627. James M. Clay, 25, Army National Guard Specialist, Nov 13, 2008 Mountain Home, Arkansas
628. Aaron M. Allen, 24, Marine Corporal, Nov 14, 2008 Buellton, California
629. Donald V. Clark, 37, Army Chief Warrant Officer, Nov 15, 2008 Memphis, Tennessee
630. Christian P. Humphreys, 28, Army Chief Warrant Officer, Nov 15, 2008 Fallon, Nevada
631. Marcelo R. Velasco, 40, Marine Gunnery Sergeant, Nov 19, 2008 Miami, Florida
632. Charles Yi Barnett, 19, Army Private, Nov 20, 2008 Bel Air, Maryland
633. Miguel A. Wilson, 36, Army Sergeant 1st Class, Nov 21, 2008 Bonham, Texas
634. Anthony Davis, 43, Army Master Sergeant, Nov 24, 2008 Triangle, Virginia
635. William K. Jernigan, 35, Army 1st Lieutenant, Nov 24, 2008 Doraville, Georgia
636. Warren A. Frank, 26, Marine Captain, Nov 25, 2008 Cincinnati, Ohio
637. Solomon T. Sam, 31, Army Staff Sergeant, Dec 04, 2008 Majuro, Marshall Islands
638. John J. Savage, 26, Army Sergeant, Dec 04, 2008 Weatherford, Texas
639. Jonathan W. Dean, 25, Army Staff Sergeant, Dec 20, 2008 Henagar, Alabama
640. Coleman W. Hinkefent, 19, Army Private 1st Class, Dec 20, 2008 Coweta, Oklahoma
641. Robert L. Johnson, 21, Marine Lance Corporal, Dec 20, 2008 Central Point, Ore.
642. Thomas Reilly Jr., 19, Marine Lance Corporal, Dec 21, 2008 London, Kentucky
643. Stephen M. Okray, 21, Army Specialist, Dec 24, 2008 St. Clair Shores, Michigan
644. Christopher G. Smith, 28, Army Staff Sergeant, Dec 24, 2008 Grand Rapids, Mich.
645. Stephen G. Zapasnik, 19, Army Specialist, Dec 24, 2008 Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
646. John P. Pryor, 42, Army Major, Dec 25, 2008 Moorestown, New Jersey
647. Joshua D. Seitz, 19, Navy Master-at-Arms Seaman Apprentice, Dec. 25, 2008 Pensacola, Florida
648. Tony J. Gonzales, 20, Army Specialist, Dec 28, 2008 Newman, California
December 20, 2008
649. Army Cpl. Charles P. Gaffney Jr., 42, of Phoenix, Ariz., assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, Ky.; died Dec. 24 in Paktika, Afghanistan, when his combat outpost received enemy rocket fire.
650. Army Spc. Stephen G. Zapasnik, 19, of Broken Arrow, Okla.; assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 16th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, Colo.; died Dec. 24 in Southern Iraq, of injuries sustained during a vehicle rollover. Also killed were Spc. Stephen. M. Okray and Staff Sgt. Christopher G. Smith.
651. Army Spc. Stephen M. Okray, 21, of St. Clair Shores, Mich.; assigned to 3rd Battalion, 16th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, Colo.; died Dec. 24 in Southern Iraq of injuries sustained during a vehicle rollover. Also killed were Staff Sgt. Christopher G. Smith and Spc. Stephen G. Zapasnik.
652. Army Maj. John P. Pryor, 42, of Moorestown, N.J.; assigned to the 1st Medical Detachment, Forward Surgical Team, Fort Totten, N.Y.; died Dec. 25 in Mosul of wounds sustained when a mortar round impacted near his living quarters.
653. Navy Master-at-Arms Seaman Apprentice Joshua D. Seitz, 19, of Pensacola, Fla.; assigned to Naval Security Force, Naval Support Activity Bahrain; died Dec. 25 in Manama, Bahrain.
654. Army Spc. Tony J. Gonzales, 20, of Newman, Calif.; died Dec. 28 in Sadr City, Iraq, when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle; assigned to the 1st Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Baumholder, Germany,
655. Army Pvt. Benjamin B. Tollefson, 22, of Concord, Calif.; assigned to the Special Troops Battalion, 2nd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Riley, Kan.; died Dec. 31 in Balad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with indirect fire in Ghazaliya.
656. Army Pfc. Christopher W. Lotter, 20, of Chester Heights, Pa.; was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 7th Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; died Dec. 31, 2008, in Balad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when he was shot by enemy forces in Tikrit.
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