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I thought I'd humor those who choose to read with some of my thoughts on this fine morning. As anyone who reads my posts is aware, I'm not big on political parties. I consider myself a conservative libertarian. I believe in free markets and free people. I believe in individualism and personal liberty. My personal belief is the current political parties have long ago left their purpose of serving the people, and exist now only to collect power and stay in power. They exist to protect themselves, and the power they have--and can--accumulate. These are their primary drivers. The future of our--and our kids/grandkids--way of life seems to have been turned into nothing more than a sporting event by the two major parties. They've minimized it to the point where we can literally gamble online about the future direction of our country. As a cynical view, I'd think they were doing it on purpose to simplify, divide, and distract. With that said, I thought I'd post some quotes from one of my personal, favorite thinkers. If you've never heard of her, I'd recommend a quick look at some of her thoughts. If you have heard of her--but it's been awhile--it may be a good time to refresh your memories on some of her thoughts. No matter which Party you choose, I'd hope that some of these quotes strike a nerve, help remind us all of what's made America great, why she was founded, and what can be accomplished when our freedoms are actually unleashed. I'll step off my soapbox, and hope the below quotes are meaningful to everyone in some way. If you feel it's worthwhile, please post thoughts and/or quotes that are personally meaningful to you as they relate to our current political atmosphere. It would be interesting to me to see where people stand--aside from the specific headlines discussed in other threads. I'm curious if we all aren't closer in our beliefs than what we may think, or further apart. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ All quotes are courtesy of Ayn Rand America's abundance was created not by public sacrifices to the common good, but by the productive genius of free men who pursued their own personal interests and the making of their own private fortunes. They did not starve the people to pay for America's industrialization. They gave the people better jobs, higher wages, and cheaper goods with every new machine they invented, with every scientific discovery or technological advance- and thus the whole country was moving forward and profiting, not suffering, every step of the way. Individual rights are not subject to a public vote; a majority has no right to vote away the rights of a minority; the political function of rights is precisely to protect minorities from oppression by majorities (and the smallest minority on earth is the individual). Socialism is the doctrine that man has no right to exist for his own sake, that his life and his work do not belong to him, but belong to society, that the only justification of his existence is his service to society, and that society may dispose of him in any way it pleases for the sake of whatever it deems to be its own tribal, collective good. Whoever claims the right to redistribute the wealth produced by others is claiming the right to treat human beings as chattel. It only stands to reason that where there's sacrifice, there's someone collecting the sacrificial offerings. Where there's service, there is someone being served. The man who speaks to you of sacrifice is speaking of slaves and masters, and intends to be the master. Every government interference in the economy consists of giving an unearned benefit, extorted by force, to some men at the expense of others.

I have zero problem with HI moving from UIL to TCAL. Got to do what's best. Also, HI has really no reason to consolidate with any other ISD. They operate in the black and just passed a bond to improve facilities on all fronts. Are they experiencing growth problems? Yes. But there are many school districts existing in the state of Texas that have fewer students than HI. It certainly isn't necessary to participate in UIL for a school to exist. High Island ISD has it's purpose for it's own community. That's all that matters.

Welp. So much for that. What a waste of bandwidth.

Pending eligibility of course

Picture of Reagan convincing everyone that $4 to $5 dollar a gallon fuel along with the collateral inflation it causes on goods is good for everyone. Smh True TWS ( Trump Worshipping Syndrome)

[Hidden Content] I’m inviting all Jasper Parents, Alumni, and Community to come out to Jasper Football’s first College Day which will be held on Tuesday May 12, 2026 at 2:30 PM at Bulldog Stadium. My staff and I have held this event for the past 15 years in May at both Beaumont Central and Killeen Shoemaker l, and it is very similar to a pro day for a college prospect or a collegiate camp held by the universities. We have 8 college staffs who have already confirmed their attendance. My staff and I both share the same common goal which is to promote our outstanding student athletes in every possible way. Feel free to send this information out to any collegiate contacts you may have and come out and support The Dawgs! Thank you for all your support! THE CHANGE IS NOW! Toby Foreman #dawgfamily #J’sUp

That's 2 series in a row!!! One more is called a series winning streak. It has happened before. Monday L 0-1 Tuesday W 7-4 Wednesday W 6-5 Road trip weekend to houston to take on the astros.

The dems are always going to vote dem. But I always find it fascinating when the "concerned moderates" and "Never Trumpers" that "allegedly" have traditionally voted R, happily pull the lever for D. The Biden presidency was a complete disaster and a stain on our nation's history. Kamala said she'd "change nothing" about it so a vote for Kamala was effectively just an extension of the Biden embarrassment. The only explanation I can come up with for a traditional R to vote D, is that their brain has been broken by TDS and their soul corrupted with hate for the guy. I'm not getting everything I voted for (and none of us ever will), but I'm getting a lot of it. And it's infinitely better than if Kamala was in charge.

Trump loves him some Trump. Father Time will eventually take are of his narcissism. He’s usually instinctual when it comes to making decisions but I think he went against his instincts on the Iran situation imo. Now he can’t find an exit ramp. I’ve worn weary of his antics. Meanwhile average Americans are feeling the financial pain.

His dad posted today he was ineligible and they were going back to Arkansas

Remember that one time... when fans were on here talking about how he needed to be fired? Good times.

Open so far Jasper Hemphill West Sabine Corrigan Warren Brookelamd Burkeville

Well this issue goes all the way back to covid, with several factors at play. 1, Declining enrollment and no new people moving in the district because all new houses being built are air bnbs 2, This was a projected problem with the hopes that move ins would come the the district, but at this point until "the ike group" gets thru you still have those low numbers because those kids never came back. (only 4 graduating seniors this year. 3. The strongest athletic group is in 6th grade so numbers will rise again, and a new school building with a gym ect will help. Also in the next year or two new football stadium and softball/baseball fields will attract kids to come play, hopefully. Hope this helps y'all, Also the jump to t-cal will be done in two year cycles and reevaluated.

Trolling at it’s finest CB - noticing no one will have a serious conversation with you?

WooHoo, we won the series vs the Cubbies!!! Friday L 1-7 Saturday W 6-0 Sunday W 3-0 The diamondbacks are coming to Arlington Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Season record: 19-21

I was disappointed in the Brooks’ firing because I like the man a lot and thought he had earned at least another year. Having said that, Jeff hasn’t whiffed on a hire yet and has gotten in the weeds to find some. I would expect this one to be no different.

reminds me of the Trumpers and anti-Trumpers on this site.

The were estimates weeks or months from development….. I know Democrats think people have to be shot at before they can shoot back. Only a fool would wait until they fired the nuke before we fired back and addressed it.

I have been wondering if we would get a Lamar softball post this year. If only they would have gotten rid of the coach!

W25 Spurger Vs. R28 Medina Medina 10 Spurger 7 Medina advances W22 Douglass Vs. W24 West Sabine Game 1: West Sabine 11 Douglass 1 Game 2: West Sabine 9 Douglass 3 West Sabine advances W22 Kirbyville (18-10-1) vs. East Bernard (19-8-3) Game 1: Kirbyville 5 East Bernard 3 Game 2: Friday, May 8 @ Barbers Hill HS, 7:00 Game 3: Saturday, May 9 @ Barbers Hill HS, 3:00 (if necessary) Bullard (22-9) vs. W19 Livingston (24-6) Game 1: Bullard 5 Livingston 0 Game 2: Friday, May 8 | 7:00 PM | @ Nacogdoches HS Game 3: Saturday, May 9 | 5:00 PM | @ Nacogdoches HS (if necessary) W18 Vidor (20-8-1) vs. R19 Huffman-Hargrave (21-8-1) Game 1: Huffman-Hargrave 4 Vidor 3 Game 2: Friday, May 8 | 7:00 PM | @ Deer Park HS Game 3: Saturday, May 9 | 1:00 PM | @ Deer Park HS (if necessary) W18 Silsbee (24-5-1) vs. R19 Hamshire-Fannett (11-20) Game 1: Hamshire-Fannett 7 Silsbee 6 Game 2: Friday, May 8 | 7:00 PM | @ Lamar University Game 3: Saturday, May 9 | 1:00 PM | @ Lamar University (if necessary)

I'm right in the middle of middle class, and he only thing I feel is gas prices. I believe if he gets that down, everything else will follow.

IMO, this is the greatest post ever made down here in this political forum. So much so that this thread probably should be pinned up top of the forum so it won't be pushed down the page. The best perspective ever posted down here which is so refreshing considering some of these other posts being made that I consider complete garbage. Thank you sir for this post. Very much appreciated.

Nope…if wages really haven’t went up much since then it doesn’t matter. Minimum wage was $7.25 a hour in 2013 which is what it is now so there’s that. Lol I would never vote for Obama under any circumstance. No feelings hurt here, you got me mistaken for a maga cult member. Lol

That's a good one right there. I don't care who you are...lol

You can thank Biden and the Greenies for the A/C price increase. [Hidden Content]

Well the RB won't be calling defense plays from the huddle. So i think his 2k yard season had a slight impact from the staff. Congrats coach. What an honor to recognized by the National Football Foundation

Try and explain how the Iran war is about him? He could of easily ignored the threat, kept gas prices low, focused on redistricting and the mid-terms…..but he chose to take care of something other Presidents couldn’t.

Then you better shut down 50% of the public schools in TX. Go ahead, I'll watch.

I wouldn’t be worried, either, if I’d tripled my net worth in the last 15 months since taking office. Funny facts… the ufc is holding fights on the White House lawn in a couple of weeks. Dana white is on record stating that the UFC isn’t collecting a gate at all… they aren’t charging admission to the fights. They’re going to seat 4,000 “guests” of Trump. The price for ringside seats is a cool million bucks apiece, supposedly. Anybody want to guess if any of what dough will end up in the Treasury? Because it won’t. It’s a direct donation to Trump. [Hidden Content] His butt sniffers won’t care.

Alvarez in a bit of a slump right now but nothing like Seattle's Raleigh. Last year's MVP is now 0/37 in his last 39 plate appearances. Batting .157 on the season. Wow, what a difference a year makes. I thought Lambert pitched well last night. 7 innings pitched, 6 hits, 3 ER's, 8 K's, 1 BB. He has been Houston's best starter this season. Team best 2.76 ERA with 29 innings pitched, 29 K's, 12 BB's. Astros offense has taken a little dive over the last few games but the pitching has improved somewhat. Team batting average has dropped from .269 to .258 but team ERA has dropped from 6.37 to 5.50. Batting average is still top 3 in MLB but ERA is still the worse in MLB.

I hear Nederland didn’t renew his contract and this is possibly his last year as head coach. “Depending on season outcome”

This is Reagan in a nutshell. Smh

Hamshire-Fannett vs. Salado Game 1- Thursday, May 14, 5pm, Huntsville HS Game 2- Friday, May 15, 3pm, Huntsville HS Game 3- 30 minutes after Game 2, Huntsville HS, if needed Overton vs. West Sabine Game 1- Thursday May 14, 6pm at Nacogdoches Game 2- Friday May 15, 5pm at Nacogdoches Game 3- If needed, follows

Did you get your $100 back, or are you still holding out hope that it will someday actually produced?

You said he stayed for a State Title. That’s what I was referring to.

Maybe this is interesting or maybe it’s not, but…. Texas law does not distinguish between a principal and an accomplice or accessory in a crime like in some (majority?) states. In some states a person can be charged as an accessory/accomplice to a crime. In other words, the accessory isn’t the main actor (criminal). Maybe a getaway driver in a bank robbery is an accessory. The driver never entered the bank, never pointed a gun, never threatened anyone, etc., so he may have a reduced penalty. Where an armed robber might be facing 50 years maximum in prison, the driver (accessory) might be facing only up to 20 years maximum. Texas makes no such distinction. If you took part in the crime, you are charged with the same crime with the same penalty range. Going only by news reports it seems like that Texas law may have resulted in the arrest of the guy who was later released. It seems like shots were fired from a car or someone jumped into a nearby car and fled. If two people were identified by witnesses as being in the vehicle, it might likely lead to having probable cause to make an arrest for both as taking part either as a shooter or driver. I am going to guess that this may have been what happened to the player that AAW was referring to with the scholarship. Maybe he was thought to be driving the vehicle that fled or was in the vehicle when shots were fired OR was merely nearby and a witness thought that the he was seen in or getting into a car. According to a statement by BPD, after the scholarship player was arrested, further information later led them to dropping the arrest. Again just guessing, the believed to be shooter apparently admitted to both driving away and firing shots. Since he may have taken responsibility for the entire situation, that may have led to the dismissing the arrest in the scholarship player. But now is another arrest or warrant? This may be where the Texas law of no accessories might come into play. Did this third guy help the shooter get away from the scene? Did he hand the shooter the gun? L Anyway, all of this is just speculation but I thought maybe Texas law might be interesting in the justification for an arrest and later charges being accepted by the DA (requiring a grand jury indictment if a felony) or the dropping of charges against any person.

11-2 PNG mid 3rd

He is a senior but yes and he has topped 96 this season

Little Centerville 5 Chester 0 W22 Orangefield (24-7) vs.W24 Boling (18-8-1) Orangefield 6 Boling 0 Boling 3 Orangefield 2 Orangefield 10 Boling 3 – Orangefield advances W21 Huntington (23-7) vs. R24 Hitchcock (15-12-1) Huntington 1 Hitchcock 0 Huntington 14 Hitchcock 1 – Huntington advances W22 Kirbyville (18-10-1) vs. East Bernard (19-8-3) Game 1: Kirbyville 5 East Bernard 3 Game 2: East Bernard 2 Kirbyville 1 Game 3: Saturday, May 9 @ Barbers Hill HS, 3:00 Bullard (22-9) vs. W19 Livingston (24-6) Game 1: Bullard 5 Livingston 0 Game 2: Bullard 3 Livingston 2 Bullard Advances W18 Vidor (20-8-1) vs. R19 Huffman-Hargrave (21-8-1) Game 1: Huffman-Hargrave 4 Vidor 3 Game 2: Vidor 4 Huffman-Hargrave 2 Game 3: Saturday, May 9 | 1:00 PM | @ Deer Park HS (if necessary) W18 Silsbee (24-5-1) vs. R19 Hamshire-Fannett (11-20) Game 1: Hamshire-Fannett 7 Silsbee 6 Game 2: Hamshire-Fannett 3 Silsbee 2 Hamshire-Fannett Advances Game Day Merch

Game 3 O.F.- 10 Boling-3 O.F. Advances

At the end of the day it’s what people are feeling in their pocket book and i don’t mean the wealthy. I mean average Americans.

I'm sure they knew the way they were doing it was illegal. But that's the Dem's way. Plus wasting 70 million dollars! Right out of the Dem's playbook! LOL!

That looks like Trumps hand writing. Just saying. 😐

Looks like more tariffs (10% global tariffs) were struck down today. I assume an appeal is on the way.

Since I’ve been alive the cost of everything has risen astronomically and never consistently gone down. The national debt and government spending has always risen and has never gone down. This will never change without a catastrophic change. God help us all when this happens.

A shame because he can be a great pitcher. He just seems to be having some sort of mental issues these past several months. He’s on the way to getting Trevor Bauer’ed.

Looking into the history of the cost increases in residential a/c units takes one back to 2016 and the Obama Administration. In 2016, Obama signed on to a Global Greenhouse Gas Treaty that required the phase-out of 410-A refrigerants. This change meant total redesign of all HVAC units to accept the new refrigerant which is considered mildly flammable. It required all new safety regulations, testing, and training as well. The regulation was hanging around while firms redesigned and retrained. Biden implemented the policy ahead of schedule to take effect in January 2025. It would be too late to void the new regulations now as every manufacturer has already changed their designs, training, and cities have updated their required safety codes, etc. We're stuck with it. No more units with the older refrigerants can be sold. Although, current units can be serviced as long as parts remain available. Obviously, prices will increase as part stock diminishes, and--eventually--repair parts will probably cease being manufactured. This is a perfect example of Federal Regulations costing the public major dollars that may never be recouped by the individual. The two Bills discussed in the above post are an attempt to keep the Feds from regulating any more of our home appliances by fiat.

Cute….Our DEBT surpassed our GDP for the first time since WW2 last week. If Trump doesn’t start getting some wins he’s going to March this economy off the cliff.

Harold Mann is no longer with IHeart Radio, KLVI 560. Not sure what this means with radio broadcasts of Lamar football, basketball and baseball. Mann was the broadcaster for all these sports. It's possible that KLVI will no longer broadcast Lamar athletics. Not sure what they will do now without Mann. Wish Harold all the best. He was great at his job and as professional as they come.