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Monday, April 9, 2012
Thursday, March 8, 2012
To Andrew Breitbart, Seeker Of Truth
I didn't personally know Andrew Breitbart but I respect his spirit. We need more people like him, cultural warriors. The following article is heartfelt and very good. My comments are italicized.
Peter
I recently became editor-at-large of Andrew Breitbart's empire, but I first met Andrew when he was still the unnamed other half of Matt Drudge's monster website. The year was 2001. I'd just entered college at UCLA, and after seeing the anti-Israel bias of the student newspaper, The Daily Bruin, I had become their token conservative columnist. My specialty was throwing bombs. The reaction to my pieces was absolutely unanimous: The liberals on campus hated them.
One day, I opened my email to find a missive from some guy named Andrew. No last name attached. It said that he worked with Matt Drudge. It also said he'd been sitting in a Westwood restaurant with nothing to read and picked up a copy of the Daily Bruin. He'd read my column, and he wanted to get together.
"Hell yes," I thought and told him so. (Continued.....entire article here:)
http://townhall.com/columnists/benshapiro/2012/03/08/my_friend_andrew_breitbart
(The following are some excerpts I found significant. Peter)
"Andrew was also a warrior, of course. Now that he's gone, people will characterize him as angry, which he was but only at injustice."
(By definition, my definition anyway, those seeking the truth must always, first and foremost, battle injustice. Injustice is based on lies, usually intentional. Injustice can be overcome, but the underlying evil behind it, can never nor should it be forgiven. Honesty and fairness is the basis for all peaceful and productive human interaction; without it we really have nothing more than animal instinct. Andrew Breitbart seems to have understood that and his mission in life was to expose injustice wherever he found it. We will all miss that spirit and talent. Peter)
"Everybody got along with him. He surrounded himself with people you'd never expect -- Orthodox Jews and liberal agnostics, libertarians and social conservatives, goofballs and the most serious of the serious. He liked everybody, and everybody liked him."
(Conservatives are usually characterized by their opponents in the liberal medial as being narrow minded bigots; Andrew was by all accounts just the opposite. The irony is that it is "liberals" who most often display close-mindedness, bigotry, and hatred, athough they are lax to admit it. We see this on a daily basis in the mainstream media. The hypocrisy is palpable. Peter)
"Andrew wasn't religious, but he believed deeply in the moral fabric of the nation. He knew the value of the American system of government and thought, and he would not stop fighting for it. Most of all, Andrew loved truth. He hated falsity, whether interpersonal or journalistic or political. He hated hypocrisy and couldn't stand two-faced politicians (as Anthony Weiner can attest). He was not a manipulator. He was unwaveringly honest, sometimes to his own detriment. He loved culture and hated ignorance." (We are all Americans. We have a rich and invaluable heritage, not perfect of course, but worth expanding upon the good. The jealosy, envy, class warfare, and hatred being used to divide this country purely for reasons of obtaining or maintaining political power, hurt and pain me deeply. Peter)
Thank you for your personal stories Mr. Shapiro.
"When my father heard about his death, he wrote me, "You know how I always say that when someone vivid dies some light goes out of the world?"
( A light has definitely gone out of the world with the passing of Andrew Breitbart. Peter)
Peter
My Friend, Andrew Breitbart
By Ben Shapiro
3/8/2012
One day, I opened my email to find a missive from some guy named Andrew. No last name attached. It said that he worked with Matt Drudge. It also said he'd been sitting in a Westwood restaurant with nothing to read and picked up a copy of the Daily Bruin. He'd read my column, and he wanted to get together.
"Hell yes," I thought and told him so. (Continued.....entire article here:)
http://townhall.com/columnists/benshapiro/2012/03/08/my_friend_andrew_breitbart
(The following are some excerpts I found significant. Peter)
"Andrew was also a warrior, of course. Now that he's gone, people will characterize him as angry, which he was but only at injustice."
(By definition, my definition anyway, those seeking the truth must always, first and foremost, battle injustice. Injustice is based on lies, usually intentional. Injustice can be overcome, but the underlying evil behind it, can never nor should it be forgiven. Honesty and fairness is the basis for all peaceful and productive human interaction; without it we really have nothing more than animal instinct. Andrew Breitbart seems to have understood that and his mission in life was to expose injustice wherever he found it. We will all miss that spirit and talent. Peter)
"Everybody got along with him. He surrounded himself with people you'd never expect -- Orthodox Jews and liberal agnostics, libertarians and social conservatives, goofballs and the most serious of the serious. He liked everybody, and everybody liked him."
(Conservatives are usually characterized by their opponents in the liberal medial as being narrow minded bigots; Andrew was by all accounts just the opposite. The irony is that it is "liberals" who most often display close-mindedness, bigotry, and hatred, athough they are lax to admit it. We see this on a daily basis in the mainstream media. The hypocrisy is palpable. Peter)
"Andrew wasn't religious, but he believed deeply in the moral fabric of the nation. He knew the value of the American system of government and thought, and he would not stop fighting for it. Most of all, Andrew loved truth. He hated falsity, whether interpersonal or journalistic or political. He hated hypocrisy and couldn't stand two-faced politicians (as Anthony Weiner can attest). He was not a manipulator. He was unwaveringly honest, sometimes to his own detriment. He loved culture and hated ignorance." (We are all Americans. We have a rich and invaluable heritage, not perfect of course, but worth expanding upon the good. The jealosy, envy, class warfare, and hatred being used to divide this country purely for reasons of obtaining or maintaining political power, hurt and pain me deeply. Peter)
Thank you for your personal stories Mr. Shapiro.
"When my father heard about his death, he wrote me, "You know how I always say that when someone vivid dies some light goes out of the world?"
( A light has definitely gone out of the world with the passing of Andrew Breitbart. Peter)
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Seeking The Truth About Global Warming/Climate Change
For everyone seeking the truth about global warming and or climate change, this is a must read.
Peter
Peter
The Fatal Implosion Of The Man-Caused Global Warming/Climate Change Hoax
Hopefully the myth of man-caused global warming/climate change will die a quick death now that is being exposed as the complete hoax that it has always been. It won't be painless, and many proponents of the myth and Al Gore true believers will continue to resist in their ignorance. After all, they're desperately trying to protect their livelihoods, all that taxpayer money they've grown fat on. I know this to be true because I get to read the comments here from the delusional Internet trolls who launch personal attacks on anyone who dares question the status quo. It would be funny if it weren't so serious. I don't think the waste of Billions of taxpayer dollars is the least bit humorous, even if Al Gore is a laughable joke.
It will never cease to amaze me how many people mindlessly follow the herd, or the "consensus", or those who are content to "appeal to authority". Are they afraid of the truth, or are they just lazy? They certainly surrender any kind of liberty gained by independent thought.
So I'm publishing the following very well written and researched article in it's entirety, with comments by me in parentheses and italics. Give credit to Peter Ferrara the author. He sums up the current status of the global warming/hoax I have been blogging about for years now.
Peter
It will never cease to amaze me how many people mindlessly follow the herd, or the "consensus", or those who are content to "appeal to authority". Are they afraid of the truth, or are they just lazy? They certainly surrender any kind of liberty gained by independent thought.
So I'm publishing the following very well written and researched article in it's entirety, with comments by me in parentheses and italics. Give credit to Peter Ferrara the author. He sums up the current status of the global warming/hoax I have been blogging about for years now.
Peter
'Fakegate' Follows 'Climategate'
By Peter Ferrara
(continued here: http://petesplace-peter.blogspot.com/
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Thomas Friedman: The Polar Opposite Of Truth
Thomas Friedman, the prolific writer for the New York Times is hypocritical to say the least. If you have a strong stomach and gag reflex, read his latest editorial where he lectures us about how we must reduce our energy use and obviously lower our standard of living, THEN LOOK AT HIS HOUSE!!!! This is reminiscent of Al Gore, John Kerry and their many mansions. Does the mainstream media mention these obvious truths? No. And The New York Times wonders why their readership is declining?
Peter
Peter
wonkette.com
Literally. Seriously. He seriously lives here. Honestly. If you were this free from Want, wouldn’t you be writing the same fantasy ******** too? (No.) [Balloon Juice]
Andrew Breitbart, A Champion Of The Truth
Others speak of Andrew Breitbart with far more knowledge of him and his efforts to find and reveal the truth underlying current events. May this trend continue and grow.
Peter
Peter
Andrew Breitbart: An Icon of Heroic Conservatism
The conservative movement suffered a heart-wrenching loss with the death of blogger and activist Andrew Breitbart. Social networking sites such as Twitter & Facebook, were saturated with memorials, tributes and positive statements of how Breitbart impacted their lives.
Breitbart was indeed an influential and powerful giant among conservatives. He was a force of energy that compelled you to be passionate, energetic and involved. He thrived and excelled in producing the truth. He exposed bigotry and maliciousness and was an excellent example of a sufficient media journalist.
He revealed corruptness, such as ACORN, who was heavily involved with voter fraud. He brought despicable and shameful individuals, such as fmr Rep. Anthony Weiner, to light so that the public was made aware of the distasteful acts they were committing. He challenged the Occupy movement to move beyond their hate and disgust for those who are successful and possess good work ethic, and to move beyond the entitlement mentality and embrace the concept of self- responsibility and individual empowerment.
Breitbart was not afraid to fight. He was not afraid to step onto the battlefield of liberalism and counter the bias left-wing media with conservative principles.
He clearly understood what was at stake. He knew America was the edge of disaster and at the brink of an economic collapse. He understood that this country was being hijacked by a liberal society that did not understand how great America was and wanted us to succumb to European socialism.
Breitbart was not alone in his fight for liberty and freedom. He has a large battalion of fighters, warriors and patriots who are ready to take a stand. There is a large band of individuals who refuse to be a victim to liberalism and imperialism. Breitbart’s love for America and willingness to embrace its beauty is what helps ignite the Tea Party and many other conservatives across this great land.
Breitbart was one voice. Unfortunately, he’ll no longer be able to vocalize the truth. However, he left behind a chorus of many voices. America will hear them roar. Andrew Breitbart, an heroic conservative, just gave excitement and more energy to the many voices out there screaming for liberty and freedom. Paul Revere fired the “shot heard around the world,” but today, Breitbart was the modern day Revere that encouraged conservatives to amplify their voices all around the universe.
Breitbart was indeed an influential and powerful giant among conservatives. He was a force of energy that compelled you to be passionate, energetic and involved. He thrived and excelled in producing the truth. He exposed bigotry and maliciousness and was an excellent example of a sufficient media journalist.
He revealed corruptness, such as ACORN, who was heavily involved with voter fraud. He brought despicable and shameful individuals, such as fmr Rep. Anthony Weiner, to light so that the public was made aware of the distasteful acts they were committing. He challenged the Occupy movement to move beyond their hate and disgust for those who are successful and possess good work ethic, and to move beyond the entitlement mentality and embrace the concept of self- responsibility and individual empowerment.
Breitbart was not afraid to fight. He was not afraid to step onto the battlefield of liberalism and counter the bias left-wing media with conservative principles.
He clearly understood what was at stake. He knew America was the edge of disaster and at the brink of an economic collapse. He understood that this country was being hijacked by a liberal society that did not understand how great America was and wanted us to succumb to European socialism.
Breitbart was not alone in his fight for liberty and freedom. He has a large battalion of fighters, warriors and patriots who are ready to take a stand. There is a large band of individuals who refuse to be a victim to liberalism and imperialism. Breitbart’s love for America and willingness to embrace its beauty is what helps ignite the Tea Party and many other conservatives across this great land.
Breitbart was one voice. Unfortunately, he’ll no longer be able to vocalize the truth. However, he left behind a chorus of many voices. America will hear them roar. Andrew Breitbart, an heroic conservative, just gave excitement and more energy to the many voices out there screaming for liberty and freedom. Paul Revere fired the “shot heard around the world,” but today, Breitbart was the modern day Revere that encouraged conservatives to amplify their voices all around the universe.
Friday, March 2, 2012
Dedicated To The Truth and Andrew Breitbart
The following is an editorial article posted today, reprinted here in its entirety. I hope that is acceptable, otherwise I will remove or alter it so it is. Andrew Breitbart deserves respect and rememberance. He relentlessly and energetically questioned and attacked the liberal left's lies, distortions of fact and obvious efforts to manipulate public opinion. As said in the following article, above all, he as a seeker of the TRUTH, and in my opinion, there are few more valuable pursuits. Without the truth, we have nothing, in science, business, politics, or maybe most importantly, in our own lives. May you rest in peace Andrew. Your spirit lives on.
Peter
http://townhall.com/columnists/katiepavlich/2012/03/02/andrew_breitbart_war
Unconventional. Bold. Brave. Courageous. Strong. Happy. Genius.
“Don’t go on Current TV looking like a conservative. Wear a Rolling Stones t-shirt or something,” Andrew told me recently. “You’ve got to be a fighter. Don’t hold back. You’ve got to go for the throat with these guys. Don't back down, don't let them control the narrative.”
To keep it simple: Andrew changed media and he did it by fighting, hard. Whether it was busting open the ACORN story by believing in two young, brave journalists, uncovering corruption with Pigford, taking down a sitting Congressman for showing his Weiner, commandeering a press conference for the guy he just exposed, defending women and children from occupy rapists or simply being unafraid of taking on any challenge, Andrew’s unconventional style has carried journalism into a new, positive, factual, influential and proactive direction.
Andrew dedicated his life to attacking the institutional left, but the foundation of his work and the drive for his unwavering dedication was centered around his simple demand for, and loyalty to, the truth.
His work will continue. Looking at Andrew’s twitter feed after his death, I am not surprised. The far left has taken it upon themselves once again to show who they really are, which is exactly what Andrew would have wanted and why his style was so genius. They laughed and snickered about us losing one of our greatest warriors and many of them even cheered. Somewhere in the world, George Soros smiled.
Unfortunately for them, Andrew is not gone and is still very much with us. He built an army that will carry on the work he started. He laid a solid foundation rooted in principle for the right to battle on moving forward. The disgusting, predictable, vile and pure evil behavior and reaction to Andrew's death from the leftists he fought every day, have only further awakened a movement.
The torches of truth, accountability and freedom will be carried forward by thousands of bloggers and activists he trained and inspired. His tragic death is a battle cry. We are inspired, we are encouraged and we will not be defeated.
In the word of Andrew: “War.”
Peter
http://townhall.com/columnists/katiepavlich/2012/03/02/andrew_breitbart_war
Andrew Breitbart: War.
By Katie Pavlich
3/2/2012
“Don’t go on Current TV looking like a conservative. Wear a Rolling Stones t-shirt or something,” Andrew told me recently. “You’ve got to be a fighter. Don’t hold back. You’ve got to go for the throat with these guys. Don't back down, don't let them control the narrative.”
To keep it simple: Andrew changed media and he did it by fighting, hard. Whether it was busting open the ACORN story by believing in two young, brave journalists, uncovering corruption with Pigford, taking down a sitting Congressman for showing his Weiner, commandeering a press conference for the guy he just exposed, defending women and children from occupy rapists or simply being unafraid of taking on any challenge, Andrew’s unconventional style has carried journalism into a new, positive, factual, influential and proactive direction.
Andrew dedicated his life to attacking the institutional left, but the foundation of his work and the drive for his unwavering dedication was centered around his simple demand for, and loyalty to, the truth.
Unfortunately for them, Andrew is not gone and is still very much with us. He built an army that will carry on the work he started. He laid a solid foundation rooted in principle for the right to battle on moving forward. The disgusting, predictable, vile and pure evil behavior and reaction to Andrew's death from the leftists he fought every day, have only further awakened a movement.
The torches of truth, accountability and freedom will be carried forward by thousands of bloggers and activists he trained and inspired. His tragic death is a battle cry. We are inspired, we are encouraged and we will not be defeated.
In the word of Andrew: “War.”
Katie Pavlich
Katie Pavlich the News Editor at Townhall.com. Follow her on Twitter @katiepavlich.Thursday, March 1, 2012
Playing With The Wrong Weiner Might Be Dangerous To One's Health
Watch the video. It kind of says it all. Maybe Breitbart screwed with the wrong Weiner? Or is it seeking the truth about liberal Democrats and their policies and practices is hazardous to one's health?
Peter
Peter
www.washingtonpost.com
CBS News correspondent Joel Brown reports on how right-wing commentator Andrew Breitbart breaks news and inserts himself in the center of it.
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