VETERANS FOR JACK KINGSTON

GUESS WHO'S BAAACCK???

2008-05-20T22:21:00.003-05:00

I had really hoped that this election year would be different. We had a Veteran running against Jack and even though I still support Jack, I had hoped that this Veteran would run an honorable campaign.

WRONG!!!

He said 40% of us could not read and then declared "Save the Whales" in the Brunswick News. But the final straw that brought me back was in today's Savannah Morning News.
The above mentioned Veteran, Bill Gillespie, held a press conference Monday where he declared that Senator John McCain's military service was "self promoting."

Gillespie noted that McCain was the son and grandson of admirals and called him part of the "Navy royalty."
"Admirals' sons," Gillespie said, unopposed for the Democratic nomination in the 1st Congressional District held by Republican Rep. Jack Kingston, "were treated like royalty. They were privileged people. They were given a silver spoon. Their careers were prepared for them."

ARE YOU FREAKING KIDDING ME?

Attack him on the issues, pick something you don't like about his character, but how do you question McCain's military service?

The man was a POW for 5 years and refused to leave before his men. He was beaten regularly, once for giving the finger to a guard.

You lost a lot of respect from veterans today, Mr. Gillespie.

SHAME! SHAME! SHAME! Glynn Peace!

2007-05-02T20:39:00.000-05:00

I visited the Asbells this week to offer them support and any assistance they may need. In case you don't know, Rob and Candy lost their daughter in a car accident on Easter Sunday.

While I was there, I helped them with a sad task: They were making a list of everyone who had sent a card or flowers, called or stopped by or attended the viewing or funeral. They never want to forget those who had helped them through what is surely the most difficult experience any parent could ever face.

The list was very long, with well over a thousand names of people who have reached out to these incredible people. We were able to alphabetize the names and addresses so that they could find people if/when they needed to.

That is when I realized that not one member of GlynnPeace had offered condolences. This organization that CLAIMS to care for human life - and not one member even sent a card! And it isn't like none of them know this family. Several of them have dealt with Rob in his job as an aide to Congressman Kingston (Robert, Cathy, Charles, Dave). What is worse is that some of their spouses and other family members of GlynnPeace did offer condolences (Lydia, Karen). Even Democratic leaders from Glynn and Chatham counties have contacted the Asbells.

This was a tragedy that touched the entire community, but I guess GlynnPeace couldn't put aside their political hatred for one moment to be decent human beings.

Gotta love protesters!

2007-05-01T18:25:00.000-05:00

Liberals picked a day to try and encourage people to support impeaching President Bush recently. This bunch of oyster brains not only have no concept of what it takes to impeach a President but they can't even check their signs before they protest! Ya gotta love these idiots!

Our prayers are with the Asbells

2007-04-25T18:22:00.000-05:00

Congressman Jack Kingston's Communications Director, Rob Asbell, lost his daughter in a tragic accident on Easter.

14-year-old Tori was killed on Jekyll Island April 8. She was Rob and Candy's only child.

Our hearts and prayers go out to Rob and Candy. I have spent some time with the family and it is truly heartbreaking to see two wonderful people go through this. Tori was an amazing young lady.

Take it like a man! Concede already!

2006-11-07T23:47:00.000-05:00

Here we are at 11:41 pm Tuesday night... and still, Rev. Jim has yet to call and concede! Is he holding out hope that 100,000 absentee ballots will be found?

Be a man! Make the call!

Predictions for Tuesday

2006-11-03T22:47:00.000-05:00

Believe it or not, this was done using a very scientific statistical method which included results from previous elections, trends in individual counties and polling data conducted three weeks ago.

With that said, here are my predictions:

Kingston - 69.7%
Nelson - 30.3%

Burns - 51.1%
Barrow - 48.9%

There they are. Now let's see how close I am!

All smiles at the thought of dead American soldiers!

2006-11-03T19:39:00.000-05:00

Upset that I called them on their political stunt, a member of GlynnPeace posted: "But can't you see it was not a CELEBRATION, rather we were pointing out that MORE WILL DIE and we were mourning this fact?"
This picture was taken from their website...
It must have been a real solemn occasion...but oddly, everyone is smiling. Sort of like you would do at a celebration.

Soldiers respond to Kerry

2006-11-01T19:16:00.000-05:00

In response to Kerry insinuating that soldiers are uneducated morons, this is the perfect response!

GlynnPeace to CELEBRATE American deaths early

2006-10-27T18:07:00.000-05:00

I have been kind and I have bent over backwards trying to be fair, only to have members of GlynnPeace LIE to me. Now, they have gone too far. Thank you Kelly for bringing this to my attention.

Wednesday, the group will pull a new publicity stunt on behalf of Rev. Nelson. Their plan is to ring a bell for each of the American soldiers they hope will die before President Bush leaves office. In other words, "We can't wait for them to die so let's celebrate now!"

The number they are shooting for is 2030. This is disgusting.

When this group first appeared, I referred to them as "Nelson's minions" because I was convinced they were doing this as a way they thought would help get the little fella elected. They e-mailed and posted that this was not the case and that they were non-partisan. So I gave them the benefit of the doubt even though their own site listed as an "idea for action" to "work for the election of Jim Nelson."

But, as soon as our backs turned, what did they do? They endorsed Jim Nelson! It is simple, they lied!

Now they will try to say, "Well we didn't endorse him then." Nice try. Your words have no integrity and your actions are reprehensible.

By the way, if GlynnPeace wants to prove this is not a political publicity stunt on behalf of Nelson, why don't they postpone it for a week?

These scumbags have even worked out a sick proposal for the celebration.

Nelson: "Iraqi insurgents are patriots" Compares American troops to Nazis!

2006-10-22T04:38:00.000-05:00

I AM OUTRAGED!!!

I spoke with a Savannah veteran this weekend who attended last week's 2nd debate between Jack Kingston and Rev. Nelson. He told me that Nelson actually said this! I have since confirmed it with two others who say that Jack called him on it too!

The question to Nelson had to do with Iraq being in a civil war and what America's place should be. Nelson answered that "people prefer a brutal dictator...there have always been insurgents. In Biblical days we called them zealots. In the 1770s they were Patriots. In World War II, they were the French resistance..."

Jack responded: "I am appaled that my opponent would compare terrorists in Iraq who are killing Americans with the French Freedom Fighters who fought Nazi tyranny in World War II. I think you need to rethink that."

Nelson continuously refers to our troops as "occupiers" and now he has compared American troops with the Nazis!

No way!
See it for yourself on the WSAV website.

Thank you Jack Hutchinson!

2006-10-18T07:50:00.000-05:00

Many of us know Jack from when he worked at the post office on St. Simons. He is a Vietnam vet who gave a lot for his country.

He is against the war in Iraq, and we may not agree with that, but by God he has earned the right to say it!

Check out the great story on Jack in Sunday's Times-Union.

Thank you for you service Jack Hutchinson!

Jack honors another great veteran!

2006-10-10T18:06:00.000-05:00

I came upon this post by "Districtblogger" on Jack's blog today. The date says this happened today in Baxley. I wish we could have been there! This 84-year-old World War II vet finally received his medals today. And it wasn't just one or two, it was 11!

He received
Bronze Star medal with 1 bronze oak leaf cluster
Purple Heart with 1 bronze oak leaf cluster
Good Conduct medal, 2nd award
Presidential unit citation
American Defense Service medal
European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign medal with 3 bronze service stars with arrowhead
World War II Victory medal
Army of Occupation medal with Germany clasp
National Defense Service medal
Combat Infantryman Badge 1st award
Honorable Service lapel button WWII

It was great of Jack to present the medals and to help him get them!

Read the whole story by clicking here.

The Debate: Kingston - 5 Nelson - 0

2006-10-02T21:14:00.000-05:00

A few of us made our way to Camden County tonight to see the debate between Jack Kingston and Rev. Nelson. Here is the blow by blow of tonight's debate:

Nelson made the opening statement announcing that he is a veteran and a UMC pastor. He said we need good early childhood development. Kingston made his opening statement saying we need good, strong public education and the best equipment for our military. "I don't want a fair fight," he said. He also said that spending on veterans was up 92% since 1995.

1st Question: Should we get our troops out of Iraq?
Kingston - "Cut and run is a bad idea but we should not blindly stay the course."
Nelson - "War may be hell but war is easy. Peace takes work." He stated that we are creating terrosirst attacks by being in Iraq and then started preaching.
Kingston rebuttal - We do not want terrorists attacks in the U.S. He mentioned the Danish cartoon and the Pope's recent comments and pointed out that both had caused terrorist attacks and violence.
POINT KINGSTON

2nd Question: Has the war made the U.S. more safe or less safe?
Nelson - Less safe. We need to improve recruiting (uh, all branches surpassed recruiting goals this year) We need to get back our moral standing in the world.
Kingston - Safer. We were not in Iraq during the 1st WTC bombing, the embassy bombings or when the USS Cole was attacked. We have had no attacks on U.S. soil since 9/11. "I don't think our soldiers are torturing anyone at Guantanamo." (This illicited laughs from Nelson supporters who think are troops are the bad guys).
Nelson - Agreed that our troops are not torturing people.
POINT KINGSTON

3rd Question: Should the recommendations of the 9/11 commission be followed?
Kingston - "It is a metter of security over privacy."
Nelson - "I choose privacy."
POINT KINGSTON

4th Question: Is immigration a problem?
Nelson - Yes. Employers should get 2-years in jail for every illegal they hire. "10 foot fences only help sell 11-foot ladders (good line!) "But the 8 million illegal immigrants are not the problem with healthcare. It is the 46 million uninsured Americans.
Kingston - Yes. We need to secure our borders, fix the system. "And it is time to make English the official language!"
Although I liked the fence line, Nelson dodged the question and tried to change the subject. This was even until then, and Kingston stole it with the English line.
POINT KINGSTON

5th Question: What would you do about health insurance?
Kingston - Local flexibility and put prices for medical treatment on the Internet (cool idea).
Nelson - "The poor and uninsured are subsidizing the healthcare system."
There is no logic in Nelson's answer. It was a question that was obviously written by his people to bring up one of his issues. But he missed.
NO POINT

6th Question: How does your faith influence your morals as a legislator? (Another softball)
Nelson - He mentioned minimum wage and children. "How do we pray for our enemies?" (My answer: While standing over their graves!) "Are we concerned for their souls?" (My answer: Yes, I am concerned with how quickly we can release their souls from their bodies!) "Jesus was in favor of universal healthcare."
Kingston - "I pray for guidance before every vote. This is a tough job if you are not morally grounded."
I'm not sure which version of the Bible Rev. Nelson reads, but I have never seen a passage in which Jesus exalted his support of any form of healthcare. Maybe it is in the Book of Hillary?
POINT KINGSTON

Closing statements:
Kingston - Mentions supporting the military and alternative fuels.
Nelson - Began preaching.

Summary:
Overall production:
The bad: It was obvious that the questions were chosen specifically for Nelson (2 on the War, 1 on Health insurance, 1 on Faith). None of Kingston's issues were chosen (getting off of Mideast oil, specific moral issues such as gay marriage).
The good: The format was clean and the audience was taken out of the debate from the start.

Nelson:
The good - He is a preacher and is comfortable speaking in public. He managed to use some humor.
The bad - He never backed up his answers with facts. He also has a slight northern accent ("Warshington") that does not play well in the South. He also has a tendency to assume that he knows the political leanings of God and Jesus which offends people. He must remember, as a preacher on Sunday, you are speaking to people who already believe in what he is saying. When running for office, he has to convince people that what he is saying is right. The problem is, 72% of the people in this district do not believe in what he is saying.

Kingston:
The bad - Because of the format of the questions, he never got to hit some of his key points.
The Good - He stood in there with no problem during a debate designed to make it easy for his opponent. This was home-cooking for Nelson with a pony-tailed liberal lobbing softballs for him to hit out of the park. But he never got into one.

FINAL SCORE:

Kingston - 5

Nelson - 0

Even - 1

Just the facts

2006-09-26T20:19:00.000-05:00

Our group has been discussing this blog and we have decided to stop bashing Rev. Jim. Nobody knows who he is anyway. So from now on, we will provide informative, insightful content. Please notice that the posts on this blog are always linked so you can see for yourself, it's just the facts!

2006-09-13T18:59:00.000-05:00

We have been getting lots of e-mail about the site, most of it - about 90% - positive. On occasion, someone sends us something that is crafty and maybe not so "on the up and up." We call this "Minion mail" and here is one we received today from Mr. Michael Ellison:

Mr. Ellsion claims to be a disabled veteran. If he is, may God Bless you and I thank you for your sacrifice and service to our country. If you are not, then you are the lowest of the low.
We thought you were a volunteer photographer for Rev. Jim and a former cinematographer who has done an outstanding display of work at the Hospice of Savannah gallery.
So, if Mr. Ellison is not a disabled veteran, it would be a new low for Rev. Jim to use one of his MINIONS to make such a claim to further his campaign. If you are a disabled vet, Mr. Ellison, then I apologize.

Here is his letter:
"The heading of your blog states your blog is for people who support Jack Kingston. I don't understand why you do not want to hear from everyone who is a voter. Furthermore your heading says all of what Jack Kingston has done for us. Could you please give me a comprehensive list of exactly what Jack Kingston has done for me as a voter in the first Congressional District. Also, this website is listed as Veterans for Kingston, as a Disabled Veteran I would like to know the bills Kingston has written and supported that would help me as a disabled veteran."

Our response:
1. Michael, you and anyone else are welcome to post comments. We do moderate to prevent inappropriate language and unattributed garbage.

2. Since we are not a part of Jack Kingston's campaign (nor do I know if he has ever seen this blog) we do not have access to a ready-made list. To compile a list of all Jack has done over the past 14 years would be a tremendous undertaking (Funding for the bridge and harbor in Brunswick, expansion of the Savannah port, agriculture programs in nearly every county, civil rights museums in Savannah, Atlanta and Macon, protecting 5 military bases from BRAC and expanding missions at each one).

3. This also goes for what he has done for veterans and disabled vets as well (The first thing that comes to mind is his leadership, including a letter to the president, in doing away with concurrent receipt!) However, if you will e-mail me your home address, I will be glad to spend a few days comiling a list for you.

We must never forget

2006-09-11T05:57:00.000-05:00

Nelson: "Jesus is a liberal and God is a flaming liberal"

2006-09-07T22:41:00.000-05:00

I could not believe my eyes when I read this post by the good Rev. Jim Nelson at Irregular Times.

It was an angry response to a post which stated "Jim Nelson’s positions on mixing church and state are most unsettling." and "The Nelson for Congress web site says nothing about the Iraq War."

In his response posted Aug. 9, 2006, Rev. Jim Nelson said "Have you read the articles I wrote before we went to war, opposing the war? Have you read that I said Jesus is a liberal and God is a flaming liberal, and that most of the teachings of Jesus are more in line with the values of the Democratic Party?"

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I don't think Jesus supports abortion or gay marriage.

The post was titled "Jim Nelson - A Democrat We Would Be Better Without"
I tend to agree.

Nelson's minions pestering people

2006-09-07T20:15:00.000-05:00

Time to catch up! It's been a few days but work has been busy and I was still recuperating from the long weekend!

My sister in law told me that she went to Publix on Monday to pick up a few groceries. As she got out of her car, she was accosted by a woman who offered her some papers and said, "Would you help us get Jack Kingston out of office?"

My sister in law politely took the papers offered and then responded, "No! I like Jack Kingston."

The papers and a bumper sticker are currently lining her cat's litter box!

I thought it was "Fighting" Dems

2006-09-04T14:07:00.000-05:00

One of Nelson's "Fighting Dems" friends seems to have got himself into a little trouble by not remembering which one is his rifle and which is his gun. It is being touted as "Zippergate."

David Harris, a Democratic candidate for a North Texas congressional seat, is under investigation by the military amid allegations that he carried on a three-year affair with an enlisted soldier under his command in the Army Reserve.
Harris, an Iraqi war veteran challenging 11-term Republican Rep. Joe Barton of Arlington, is accused of "conduct unbecoming an officer" for maintaining a "close and continuing relationship" with a female Army sergeant from 2003 though 2005, a military investigator said.

It turns out that it was his female driver, who is also an NCO.

You knew this guy was in trouble when he started posting on his blog about the reality TV show "Rockstar Supernova."

Ohio company to hire Veterans only

2006-09-02T23:14:00.000-05:00

This is from The Vindicator newspaper out of

Youngstown, Oh.

The owner of a chair-making company says he is hiring only veterans as production workers as a tribute to his brother, a former Marine who was wounded in the Vietnam War.
Patriot Seating Co. started making office chairs a year ago and has 10 employees, including five who are veterans. The owner, Ken Altiero, said his staff was larger, but he recently laid off four production workers, who were veterans.

He said he now realizes he expanded his staff too quickly, but he hopes to have the laid-off workers back on the job next month. Meanwhile, the company has started interviewing veterans for its next round of hiring. Altiero plans to increase employment to 25 by the end of the year.

His brother, Jim Altiero, 59, of Girard, was shot in the shoulder while fighting in Vietnam in 1967. The bullet bounced off his shoulder blade and lodged in the right side of his body, where doctors decided to leave it.
"He's my hero," said Ken Altiero, 48, of Boardman.

"There's a lot of guys like my brother who aren't appreciated."

Click here to read the story.

Would Ted Kennedy drive this?

2006-08-30T21:30:00.000-05:00

You just have to love Jack's ride! It keeps him humble!

Welcome Mod and our other new members!

2006-08-30T20:46:00.000-05:00

Our group is growing and soon, more will be blogging. Of course, a few of us old coots are better at drill than we are at computers.

ModGaDem broke bread with us Monday along with some other newbies! Hopefully Ernesto will pull all the rain away and we can get together Monday!

Until then, I saw a great quote on Georgia Unfiltered that I thought I would share. In a discussion on Rev. Jim's campaign woes, one of his fellow Democrats commented

"I think most Dems are really ready for him to just go away; he makes our party look bad."

Ouch! What a slap in the face!

The new guy on the blog

2006-08-29T21:07:00.000-05:00

First let me say that I am proud to be the newest member of Veterans for Jack Kingston. It was a long trip across 82 & 84, but it was great meeting everyone last night. If the weather holds out, the wife and I will be taking the LT up on his offer of room for the weekend so we can gather on Labor Day.

For those of you who have read my comments on other blogs, you will know that I took an honest look at Mr. Nelson, but I could not find a reason to support him. Meanwhile, Jack Kingston took the time to speak with me at an event in Valdosta. And it wasn't a quick handshake, smile and "vote for me." It was two people discussing issues. He didn't give me easy answers I wanted to hear. But he was willing to listen and discuss.
All I got from Nelson was a handout full of pre-spun garbage.

I've looked at both candidates with an objective eye, and this Air Force vet is supporting Jack Kingston!

V4K meeting reminder

2006-08-27T20:23:00.000-05:00

Brothers,
I know it is late but I wanted to remind everyone that we will meet tomorrow night (Monday) 1900 hrs at Jimmy's. Mike has volunteered to bring some stuff for the grill.

Barry researched Nelson's handout, which we have posted on the blog, and Michael has been looking at a few other things. We will also get a report on Capt. Enney's funeral for those who were unable to attend.

See you there!

Jack Kingston: "I would be proud to have my kids serve"

2006-08-26T11:45:00.000-05:00

A Veteran friend of mine attended Jack's meeting on gas prices yesterday in Brunswick. He said Jack had some great ideas about getting us away from Middle East oil.
But the real story was what happened before the meeting! Apparently Jack was meeting with Nelson's anti-war minions "GlynnPeace."
One member of the group got nasty with Jack and asked "Would you let your kids serve in the Army now?" To which Jack responded,
"I would be proud to have my children serve in our armed forces."
WAY TO GO JACK!

When the guy asked Jack why he didn't make his children join the military, Jack replied "Do you have kids?" They guy said "No thank God" Jack then told him "If you had kids you would know, I can't tell my 23 year old or my 21 year old what to do."

Jack's scorecard with Veterans

2006-08-22T20:02:00.000-05:00

Here is just a few of the things Congressman Kingston has voted for to help Veterans:

Since 2001, spending for veterans has increased by $24 billion (53%).
The VA medical care budget has increased by 51 percent.
Total outpatient visits have increased from 44 million to 55 million.
The number of prescriptions filled has increased from 98 million to 116 million.
In the past five years, Since January 2002, the backlog of disability claims has dropped by 20%.
More than $1.5 billion dollars has been put toward modernizing and expanding VA facilities.
Voted to repeal the 112-year-old practice of Concurrent receipt which requires disabled veterans to be penalized for disability payments.
Eliminated the 90 day minimum detainment or internment as a prisoner of war before eligibly for outpatient dental care
Specified treatment availability for a veteran who participated in chemical and biological warfare testing
Expanded rehabilitative services previously authorized to be provided for disabled veterans
Specified funding for construction of veteran medical facilities
Allowed for a widow of a veteran to remarry after age 57 and still be eligible for veterans' dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC), home loan, and educational benefits.
Expanded benefits for Filipino veterans who fought for the United States during World War II.
Increaseed funds for specialty adapted housing and transportation for disabled veterans
Expanded educational benefits for National Guard members forced into full time duty.
Required the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide “extended” care services for veterans
Instructed the Department of Defense to fashion an agreement with the VA that would allow veterans to use VA health services at the Department of Defense's expense
Declared that veterans who have a service-connected disability rate of 50 percent of more are eligible for health care services
Authorized housing assistance grants for homeless veterans.

Jack honors veterans in Savannah

2006-08-21T21:30:00.000-05:00

From WTOC.com

08/19/06
Monument Honors "Dog" Company

With a tug of two ropes, the D Company monument is unveiled to the world. A stone symbol of the service and hard work of the fighting men of the 10th Infantry battalion during the Korean War. The marines are a little older now, but carry the same pride and respect as when they joined the service.

Congressman Jack Kingston was impressed with these American heroes. "It's just incredible, these guys are so humble its almost surreal. Standing next to them, they are true heroes but you'd never know it unless you pull it out of them."

With handshakes and pictures, the "dog" company, as they were known, reconnect with the past, and each other.

While the next generation gets a feel for history -- and what their grandparents went through during the Korean conflict just to survive.

D Company veteran Joseph Galkie remembers one day just like it was yesterday. "We were being bombed and mortared and shot at. Bobby got injured as he was getting off the truck. We were told to leave, but Bobby was getting left behind. So I went back and grabbed Bobby Up."
182 names are on the monument, all men who fought for their country in Korea. Some of the names are even more special, marked in Gold to mark the sacrifice they made, dying in combat.

You didn't have to listen to Taps being played for the fallen marines, or even see the monument to feel the emotion these men carry with them this day. Everyone touching their own name, enjoying the moment. This day which touched their hearts.

D Company veteran Howard Blatner says seeing his friends was the best part. "The guys, I cant remember all their names but a lot of the guys came up to me, choked me up.yeah, that's what this is about."

The D company was actually a reserve unit, entirely volunteer. A unit which continued on for years after the Korean conflict, with a new set of marines. Many of those same Marines came back Saturday to honor their predecessors

Jack's fighting for us!

2006-08-19T22:05:00.000-05:00

At meetings in Baxley, Waycross and St. Marys, Jack has spoken to veterans about the need for an outpatient clinic in southeast Georgia! About 4 years ago, the VA said they were going to put one in Camden County, but later decided they wouldn't.

With all of the veterans in this area, we need a clinic!

Jack has directed his military aide, Major Nunn, to contact Secretary Nicholson and encourage the VA to construct a clinic in our area. Now, we have to drive to Dublin or Lake City for service. Occasionally some of us can go to Jacksonville or Savannah.

Good luck Jack! We're behind you all the way!

Welcome!

2006-08-19T11:21:00.000-05:00

As veterans living in Georgia's 1st District, we want to share our support of Jack Kingston!

Since the first day he was elected to Congress, Jack has always been there for us! He has been a tireless advocate for veterans and we stand strong with him!