Comments by JMan | Eastern North Carolina Now

It should surprise no one that Biden would oppose such a bill. Otherwise, what would be the point of he and his Demon-Crats allowing MILLIONS of Illegal Aliens to freely enter our land and supporting them with whatever they need? Buying Votes -- Buying Votes!

Commented: Sunday, July 14th, 2024 @ 10:57 pm By: JMan

My wife and I have friends who left United and went with Global. It's concerning and sad when congregations don't agree and run off to start a new church. (non-Biblical disagreements) But when a large church body (national / international conference) shoots its own self in the foot [so to speak] and drives off huge numbers of their people, it's particularly saddening.

We are told in the Bible that God is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. His sacred Word hasn't changed. And at end of the Revelation, it's even clearly stated that anyone who adds to or takes away from the Word will be judged severely.

Other churches also change their directions, but this is not acceptable in God's sight when it comes to Biblical matters. We are even warned by the early Apostles that wolves will come in sheep's clothing. Happened Then - Still Happening Today.

JMan

Commented: Thursday, June 6th, 2024 @ 6:20 pm By: JMan

"Dems Plan To Push Abortion Issue As 2nd Anniversary Of Roe Overturning Nears"

It's extremely sad when a political party (or anyone really) supports abortion as a viable option to pregnancy. Although all pregnancies are not planned, the resulting embryo/fetus/child is the most innocent among us. I do understand that a woman's body is HER body. And I do understand a fractional percentage of pregnancies result from criminal actions such as rape or incest. And I do understand that deadbeat guys sometimes don't take responsibility. BUT, how are any of these circumstances the fault of the unborn? Why should their life be snuffed out before it begins?

Even if unplanned pregnancies eventually result in abortion, that certainly should not be the preferred resolution. You as a reader of this post may not believe in God but I do and I believe He provides life. And life should be our choice, not death. I can't imagine a loving God being pleased with our society's callous attitude toward life that He provides.

However, being a Demon-Crat does give one very, very little to pin their hopes to. I get that too. But come on, do something to gain viability and respect and don't retreat further into the darkness.

- J Man

P.S. And "Planned Parenthood" should be forced to post large notices at all their facilities stating their REAL purpose. Killing innocents is not healthcare.

Commented: Monday, May 27th, 2024 @ 11:00 pm By: JMan

Good for you Mr. Deatherage! In Pitt County, at our commissioner's meetings we are "allowed" to address the board for 3 minutes (timed) during our public comments session. Beyond that "allowance," I'm not sure how our protocol works. But to your point, we as citizens, should be able to redress grievances. Citizens are often held CAPTIVE to political protocols and their concerns are pushed aside. That of course happens in Pitt County as well.
JMan

Commented: Thursday, May 9th, 2024 @ 10:20 am By: JMan

Hmmm, interesting. Glad this one in Georgia went down in flames. From my perspective, politicians excel at one thing: talking out both sides of their mouths. Whether politicians are local, state, or national, we as constituents should pay attention to their actions and hold their feet to the fire. Most of them are aware of the word "transparency," but fail to practice it. Back room deals are the norm and constituents suffer the consequences.
JMan

Commented: Monday, April 29th, 2024 @ 10:45 pm By: JMan

What's the old Lone Star state de-facto motto: "Don't Mess With Texas!" Works for me.

In North Carolina, we have such a long period of early voting, absentee ballots, should truly be the exception. I kind of like the voting style in some other countries where you vote in person and get a stamp of indelible ink that sticks with you for a few days. Voting (for non-felon CITIZENS) is an honor, a privilege, and a right that should not be infringed BUT neither should it be taken lightly and circumvented. For those who cast illegal votes (and election officials who illegally skew the votes), I have no problem with bringing back the pillory in the public square.
JMan

Commented: Monday, April 22nd, 2024 @ 8:20 pm By: JMan

I've heard Judge April Wood speak on several occasions and was quite impressed with her positions and logic. She is an awesome lady who, in this case, rightly called out an out-of-control, overreaching politician who incorrectly assumes the North Carolina Constitution, the U.S. Constitution, and the laws passed by our state legislators are merely "suggestions." Any politician who thinks and acts as if their power is absolute . . . should be removed from office expeditiously.

During the last election, I had yard signs made up that stated, "Cooper for the Pooper -- Let's Flush the "governor" in November." The signs included a picture of a toilet. I stand by my signs!

JMan

Commented: Friday, April 19th, 2024 @ 11:09 am By: JMan

Sounds like Mr. Willie Jones was a very practical thinker.

"Jones opposed ratification (of the Constitution) for several reasons: He feared a standing army, a U.S. Supreme Court that could overrule state court decisions, and a federal government that regulated the economy to benefit a few commercial interests."

"To Jones, the Constitution could be a dangerous instrument of centralization. To prevent it from becoming so, he wanted the document to enumerate specific, individual rights. Until such a list was included, (Bill of Rights) Jones encouraged his colleagues not to ratify the Constitution."

History is so fascinating, and I unfortunately know so little of it. Even more unfortunate is the fact that our current public (tax payer funded) educational system is pathetically woeful when it comes to current students' knowledge of history.

JMan

Commented: Thursday, April 11th, 2024 @ 11:06 pm By: JMan

Perhaps a better definition of CR should be "Caving Republicans." Agreed, working with a very thin majority is most difficult but our Republican representatives have been caving for years and years to get us into this mess. A 34 TRILLION DOLLAR debt is the result of concession after concession after concession. Where will it ever end? Future generations are being encumbered with extreme (unfair) debt due to the vast stupidity and self-centeredness of politicians who care more about the next election cycle than the next generation. SHUT IT DOWN!
JMan

Commented: Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 @ 8:43 pm By: JMan

I used to run into Pete when I was a GOP delegate to the 3rd congressional district. We got to hang out a bit along the way and I came to appreciate him as a true American patriot!
JMan

Commented: Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 @ 8:30 pm By: JMan