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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.

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

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

I imagine Crumedy is perfectly happy at the moment.

Again with the "y'all". smh Show some worth for once and say "we".

To the dismay of WOS little league coaches and fans.

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

Pending eligibility of course

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

combine the stros' offense with the rangers' pitching and you're looking at a 100-win team.

Texan Live will be doing all the games.

I can think of two things off the top of my head that make your statements false. Deductions for seniors have been raised to the point that an estimated 90% of seniors will have no tax on their Social Security. The OBBBA includes a no tax on tips provision which will generally help lower wage service sector employees. Rural medical care has always been an issue. That’s why incentives have always been offered to medical professionals who are willing to work in rural settings. The lack of patients has made it difficult for them to pay for their liability insurance, receive competitive pay, and just have enough ‘business’ to make a living. There are complaints that people are having to drive 20 miles further for a doctor/hospital visit because of closures. News flash. That’s why it’s called ‘rural.’ People live there to be away from the congestion. Lack of abundant services within close distances is a trade-off that has to be made. If you want services within 5 minutes, move to a metro area. If you value a quieter lifestyle, you have to be willing to deal with inconveniences in other areas.

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

And ZERO EPSTEIN CLIENTS ARRESTED. Hope all that is true, what’s the source?

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

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

Maybe you should reevaluate your thought process. You want to speak about “King” when Democrats have been getting slapped down in the Supreme courts for unconstitutional gerrymandering? Someone has to have a bad case of something to think that the hundreds of folks that planned the Iran mission did so to “distract” from the Epstein files. The files that no one with any credibility has said Trump is involved. My first question would be how does the war distract from the files? You have not forgot about them. My second question is what are you going to complain about when the mission is over and we get a deal? PS: mid terms because of the unconstitutional Democrats and states have just put Republicans in play to keep the house and possibly gain seats……thank you

You are beginning to sound like CB. Lol

this has been a brutal schedule. I'm ready for them to get a few easy teams... Over the last ten series the only teams with a losing record the Rangers have played are the Mariners and the Tigers,, who are both nearing .500 and were playoff teams last year. Now they get the cubs who're tied for the league's best record, after just playing the yankees (also tied for the league's best record) for a second series in 6 days.

Troy is always tough and LRA is better then given credit for.

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

Wrong! We don’t make mistakes! 😏

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.

Man they still talking bout Obama! 💪🏾 November can't get here quick enough, not like this administration getting anything done anyway

[Hidden Content] Coverage area players on these teams: Large School Yellow Elijah Garret Beaumont West Brook Small School Orange/Blue Jaden Scales Orangefield Devon Vienneau Onalaska Garrett Sanford Chireno Small School Lime Green (Head Coach Dalton Flowers, Big Sandy) Jamesly Flowers Big Sandy Landon Smith Brookeland

That was one of the better pitching performances so far this season. Came against a very prolific offensive team. Much needed.

The public didn’t want anything cut, threw a hissy, and their representatives listened.

Get off the gas man everyone has acknowledged the job he’s done!

They receive multiple tax breaks & investment guarantees. No different than ‘green energy’ companies. Although, wind, solar, and biofuels receive more direct subsidies. Renewable energy accounts for about 67% of federal energy spending. [Hidden Content] I wouldn’t say it’s a wash. But, it’s not a hand out. They have to invest to receive the benefits. The government has always (for around 100 years at least) felt that energy security was national security. So, they provided investment ‘breaks’ to help stabilize the oil market and encourage investment. That’s one of the main reasons US energy companies are the technological envy of the world. The government helps them invest in new tech when the firms are willing to take a chance on very expensive projects by providing said tax breaks, technology grants, and other incentives.

I haven't quite figured her out yet. But, based on some of her recent posts, she should join the Libertarian Party. Right now, she's actually doing a lot of damage--unless you're one of those wishing for the U.S. to turn into a truly Socialist country. She's providing a lot of fodder. I may not like the current situation. In fact, I despise the Party system altogether. But, I sure don't want to see the U.S. turn full-blown Socialist, and I don't think many others on this site do either...even those who despise Trump. I wish people would quit being taken in by the 'You're wasting your vote if you don't vote D or R, so just pick the lesser of two evils" argument. If folks actually started voting for more Independents/Libertarians in Senate and House races, maybe we could break this vicious cycle of crap. Talarico is scaring the poo outta me right now. But, the R's have no one to blame but themselves.

Should the name of this thread be changed to Barber Hill"s Babin picks up another offer?