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Last night, Glenn and I attended the 2012 Rockingham Feeder Cattle Association Annual Meeting.

Our newly elected, and hoping to represent our district for his 11^th term, Congressman Bob Goodlatte (or representative) was due to attend.  The representative attended.  Of course, Mr. Goodlatte was just elected (one week ago) as the Republican candidate for that U.S. House of Representatives seat; the first time he was ever seriously challenged for that position.  Why would he take the time to come and say a few words?  He was the successful candidate.  And, speaking of few words…his representative said nothing; a missed opportunity.  A few words to the constituents might have shown real concern in our interests.  The voters of the 6^th District in Virginia elected this man, for an amazing ten terms no less…I was disappointed and irritated at his absence.  Note:  For the record, I did not vote for Mr. Goodlatte.  I am neither a republican nor a democrat.  I vote for the candidate who will best represent my focuses of less government, fewer regulations, less taxes and a common sense approach to maintaining the freedom and liberty of the United States.  If you want Socialism, you should probably consider moving to Europe.  I voted for new blood; new ideas; and, I think, a better representative; I voted for Karen Kwiatkowski.  Check out her qualifications and platform for yourself.  I was impressed.

But, the main speaker at the meeting was wonderful; Colin Woodall, representing the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association from the Legislative Affairs Office in Washington, D.C.

He briefed the audience on recent wins…negate new dust regulations that would have shut down most every farmer in the U.S., negate every person driving a tractor to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License even if driving the tractor on the farm proper, negating stiff regulations concerning farm children, under age 16, from, pretty much, doing any chores on the farm….to name a few. 

Each second Mr. Woodall spoke, the angrier I became.  These wins are fabulous.  However, these introduced regulations were ludicrous from the beginning; a result of a too big government.  What is happening to common sense in this country? 

Then, Mr. Woodall continued on with an update on current proposed legislation; again, more ludicrous ideas that the Cattlemen’s organization is working to prevent.  The main issue is that the CEO of the Humane Society is trying to eliminate all livestock production.  His intent is for all Americans to be vegetarians.  What happened to choice? I can think and make decisions for myself.  I like to eat beef, pork, lamb, chicken.  Do you? 

And, do you know where the Humane Society gets it capital to lead this endeavor?  Hundreds of millions of dollars come from ads asking for $19.95/month to help poor and abused dogs and cats.  I know you have seen pictures of the pathetic animals stream across your television screen.  Do not get taken in by these misleading pleads; find out the facts.  In reality, only  pennies go to help the animals, while the majority of the money obtained goes to pay the CEO and his minions to shut down livestock production in the U.S.  Oh, by the way…the most supportive partner in this enterprise…the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). 

Have you heard the latest?  The EPA is trying to regulate all water sources, anything that contains water or can potentially contain water; this includes that puddle in your yard. I am not making this up! Do the research for yourself. 

Folks…we are losing our rights, our freedoms inch by inch.  Please wake up, get politically educated and discover for yourself what is really happening in your state,  in the United States, and in the world.  You might be surprised and shocked!

Make sure you are registered to vote and vote to make a difference!

The freedoms of all United States citizens depends on getting the right people back into the government; those who truly support the common sense values and morals of the majority.  Please make a conscious effort to do your part.  Remember all those before us who made the ultimate sacrifice of life to keep us free - REMEMBER!  Now, it is our turn to contribute.

We all need less government, fewer regulations, less debt and more prosperity in our lives!

Be PROUD to call yourself an American!