What is happening in America has to be very disturbing for those of you who are currently serving, and have served. The 1st Amendment to our Constitution gives Americans the right of free speech, right to assemble, and the right to petition our government with their grievances.
Matter of fact, if you read the Declaration of Independence you will see that it lists grievances against the British empire.
We who have taken an oath to "support and defend the Constitution of the United States........" are truly the Guardians of our Nation's honor. At a time when we have witnessed serious discrepancies in military voting we must hear the call to arms. Do not allow your voices to be discounted.
I encourage you to read the healthcare legislation and understand how it may affect TRICARE. Those of us who have visited a Veteran's Administration hospital know the shortcomings and failures with a government run healtcare facility. An informed and involved citizenry is a powerful weapon, and is the basis of what makes America great.
Do not stand down, do not be intimidated, and always remember that there is no statute of limitations on the oath we took, nor our service to this Republic.
Steadfast and Loyal, LTC(R) Allen B West
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Thursday, August 13, 2009
Friday, April 3, 2009
A message from Allen West: Our Spokesman
A Message from Allen West, Spokesman: Count US In
Greetings to all of our outstanding service men and women who stand guard on Freedom’s ramparts protecting our American way of life. I am truly honored to have been selected as the National spokesman for Count US In, a non-profit, non-partisan organization formed to help YOU vote and make your voice heard in Washington (www.countusin.us).
I cannot stress enough the importance for those who support and defend our Constitution to be involved in electing representatives to uphold our Constitution. We as current service members and Veterans must remain engaged in our American political process. Our America is a Republic which means the elected officials are responsible to the people, who should determine the role of its government.
All of us, current and former members of our Armed Forces, must know the issues and ensure our voices are heard. Below are a few items currently on the Hill in which you may have interest. If you have other issues or concerns to discuss, please let us know so we can help provide information about them.
Defense Spending:
see http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/03/17/gates_readies_big_cuts_in_weapons
The Blair-Holt Firearms Bill which affects current and future gun owners.
See http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h111-45
A very crucial situation was just presented regarding health insurance and coverage for the military and shows the power of the veterans’ voice. The American Legion made a statement on this item as did other veterans’ organizations like the DAV, and the White House tabled the proposal in response to this strong stand. This just shows IF you make your voice heard--directly to your President: http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ and to Your elected representatives, you too can be the agent for change. (see http://ourvoice.legion.org/story/1448/legion-white-house-dont-bill-our-heroes and http://www.dav.org/news/NewsArticle.aspx?ID=117)
We entreat you to please pay attention to these issues—and all issues that affect your life and livelihood and contact your representative in the US Congress and Senator to let your insights be known. If you don’t know who your reps are, visit http://www.countusin.us/index_files/Election_resources.htm or http://www.congress.org/congressorg/dbq/officials/. We’ll try to keep you informed on pressing issues.
Your vote is your voice—the elections may take place in 2010, but now is the time to let your elected officials know where you stand and how you want them to represent you—if they don’t, then you vote them OUT!
Again, it is an honor and one I take very seriously to "stay on the wall" and provide over-watch for all of you deployed and retired. I will send out these occasional notes as necessary.
Steadfast and Loyal
LTC(R) Allen B West
Join Count US In in their fight for democracy here at home.
Greetings to all of our outstanding service men and women who stand guard on Freedom’s ramparts protecting our American way of life. I am truly honored to have been selected as the National spokesman for Count US In, a non-profit, non-partisan organization formed to help YOU vote and make your voice heard in Washington (www.countusin.us).
I cannot stress enough the importance for those who support and defend our Constitution to be involved in electing representatives to uphold our Constitution. We as current service members and Veterans must remain engaged in our American political process. Our America is a Republic which means the elected officials are responsible to the people, who should determine the role of its government.
All of us, current and former members of our Armed Forces, must know the issues and ensure our voices are heard. Below are a few items currently on the Hill in which you may have interest. If you have other issues or concerns to discuss, please let us know so we can help provide information about them.
Defense Spending:
see http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/03/17/gates_readies_big_cuts_in_weapons
The Blair-Holt Firearms Bill which affects current and future gun owners.
See http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h111-45
A very crucial situation was just presented regarding health insurance and coverage for the military and shows the power of the veterans’ voice. The American Legion made a statement on this item as did other veterans’ organizations like the DAV, and the White House tabled the proposal in response to this strong stand. This just shows IF you make your voice heard--directly to your President: http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ and to Your elected representatives, you too can be the agent for change. (see http://ourvoice.legion.org/story/1448/legion-white-house-dont-bill-our-heroes and http://www.dav.org/news/NewsArticle.aspx?ID=117)
We entreat you to please pay attention to these issues—and all issues that affect your life and livelihood and contact your representative in the US Congress and Senator to let your insights be known. If you don’t know who your reps are, visit http://www.countusin.us/index_files/Election_resources.htm or http://www.congress.org/congressorg/dbq/officials/. We’ll try to keep you informed on pressing issues.
Your vote is your voice—the elections may take place in 2010, but now is the time to let your elected officials know where you stand and how you want them to represent you—if they don’t, then you vote them OUT!
Again, it is an honor and one I take very seriously to "stay on the wall" and provide over-watch for all of you deployed and retired. I will send out these occasional notes as necessary.
Steadfast and Loyal
LTC(R) Allen B West
Join Count US In in their fight for democracy here at home.
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