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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

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.

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

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.

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.

I thought it was Democrats that tried to break their own constitution in Virginia…. Wasn’t it Democrats that wanted to keep the current Louisiana district maps and the United States Supreme Court ruled it unconstitutional? NEWSFLASH - The threat to Democracy democratic talking point is old and worn out….and proven wrong….in 2016 we were told if Trump was elected we would lose our Democracy…. almost halfway through his second term, our democracy is doing just fine….. even with the Democrats trying all these unconstitutional things.

Well, now, lookie here!!

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

Luckily, I never said no one should be arrested. I just made the astute claim that no one will be arrested. But I will walk that back just a little bit. IF someone is arrested, it will be someone of LITTLE or no consequence. Further, even though being arrested, that person would probably do very little if any time.

You’re missing a key point. Gerrymandering won’t matter in the midst of a senseless mismanaged war and $5.00 gasoline. Trump owns that whether he thinks so or not. He’s commander in chief until the buck stops, then he takes no responsibility. The whole party is going to pay. Any map they draw will have at least 10% independents. Enough to close any gap.

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?

Reagan is this true? Please tell me you didn’t buy one of these phones. lol

Should have kept Dubón. Correa (even though he is now hurt) is not a leadoff batter, Alvarez should bat 3rd. Now we have rumors of trading Alvarez.

Once again what a difference a day makes. Lose 3-1. RIP Bobby Cox passed at 84

LP vs. BH Game 1 Thursday, 6:30 at BH Game 2 Friday. 6:30 at LP Game 3 Saturday 1pm, at Crosby

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.

It could have been done a half dozen times already but Trump picks up his phone and blows the deal apart with some stupid posting. I think it’s important to note that our allies (Saudi Arabia and Kuwait) told Trump in no uncertain terms to knock it off. They’re tired of his crap. It’s way worse for business than the Iranians ever were.

They're only there to surrender for the IRGC since they have more practice.

Hopefully so. That’s a futures report, but I’m assuming it’s gonna take a huge drop, which it should once things are safe. France is sending their only carrier to the region, so that’s a good indicator that America has made it safe enough for them to gamble.

I agree, terminate Obamacare and the convoluted restrictions that prohibit a customer to buy health insurance across a state lines. You can buy just about every other kind of insurance across state lines except health insurance.

Glad this pos is gone from Houston!! Still showing how big of a jerk he is.

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.

Without Christ we are nothing.

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.