Veterans Day
By A.F. Branco on Nov 10, 2012 in Political Cartoons
Tag: "Veterans"
Are You Better Off?
It’s the question candidates are asking. Are you better off? Last week’s job report seemed to indicate a slight improvement in business. But a quick look at the job layoff report might make one think otherwise. Daily Job Cuts: October 10, 2012 Layoffs Report Cummins announces plans to cut up to 1,500 jobs by end [...]
Former Marine Detained And Held Without Charges Against His Will
. On August 16th, 2012, former Marine Brandon J. Raub was arrested at his home by the FBI, US Secret Service, and the Chesterfield County (VA) Police department. [Video below] What was this Iraq and Afghanistan veteran arrested for – without a warrant? The posts on his Facebook page. Reportedly, the posts on his page [...]
U.S. National Debt is a Threat, Veterans Say
ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ – Admiral Mike Mullen, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff said last year that, “The most significant threat to our national security is our debt…” and a new poll sponsored by Concerned Veterans for America and conducted by The Winston Group, reveals that the majority of military voters agree with his statement and believe debt is [...]
US Vets Looking for Jobs? Canada Wants YOU!
Remember the stalled Keystone Pipeline? (Thank you Obama) It looks like Canada is moving ahead with plans to build a Trans-Canada oil line. But, they don’t have enough workers for such a big job. So they are partnering with US Veterans groups in an effort to find quality workers. Yes, it’s true. Our vets are [...]
Town Rethinks Flag Ban
The town of Mineral Wells, Texas thought their cemetery was too cluttered with memorials so decided to ban them from the graveside. But after a public outcry from veterans and citizens the city has decided to revisit the ban. Is it ever inappropriate to display the American flag? Watch the latest video at video.foxnews.com [...]
What does freedom mean to you?
Starting last week, we asked our friends and fans on Facebook to answer the question, what does freedom mean to you? The list has grown to hundreds of responses, with more being added—log in to our Facebook page to see what people are saying, and to add your own comments!
Patriotism Alive in an Oklahoma School
By Bob Russell on Mar 02, 2012 in Opinion
February 24, 2012 Earlier in the week one of my grandsons asked me to pick him up for school about 15 minutes earlier than normal. Mrs. Cheri Robinson’s 5th grade class at Claremont Elementary School in Claremore, Oklahoma was putting on a program for their Sunrise Assembly, an event held every Friday morning. He needed [...]
U.S. Chamber Expands Veterans Hiring Program
By PRNewswire on Feb 17, 2012 in In The News
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Hiring Our Heroes announced today that it will expand its program from 100 hiring fairs nationwide in its first year to 400 fairs in its second year
Happy Veterans Day 11-11-11
By A.F. Branco on Nov 11, 2011 in Political Cartoons
FREE CONCERT In Redding, CA September 3, 2011
REDDING, CALIFORNIA FREE CONCERT HONORING OUR VETERANS Featuring Chris McCandless and the Back To Basics Band Saturday, September 3 4:00pm-7:00pm Library Park behind Lady Lorenz Downtown Redding (Same place where Market Fest was held) Bring your lawn chairs * No Alcohol Please Special Guest: Joe Nunes singing hits from the Frank Sinatra era Brianne [...]
Celebrating The Life Of An Iraq War Hero
There is a song that that hit the charts in 1982 that became quite popular during that time, titled “War is Hell (On the Homefront Too)” . It was written by Curly Putman, Bucky Jones and Dan Wilson, and was recorded by T.G. Sheppard in 1982. The song does not necessarily depict the life of [...]
Oh Say Can You See
I remember several years ago while looking to buy a house the realtor kept bring up properties that had HOA’s (Home Owners Association). I told her don’t even worry about pulling the files on the properties. I knew then that it would just cause grief and trouble if someone tried to tell me what I [...]
Remembering
By A.F. Branco on May 27, 2011 in Political Cartoons
