On Police: Teacher also had heroin
Posted on November 20 at 8:12 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Luessenhop will have to go find another job. She's given up her right to be a school teacher. There are plenty of other people out there who are in need of teaching jobs that will practice accountability and choose to come to work everyday and practice the policy guidelines that have been put in place for the SAFETY and WELL BEING of the children who's lives have been placed in their hands. I will pray for Katie that she can turn things around and I'll also pray that her replacement never forgets how their new job came to be!
On UAW leader says blame economy for Detroit 3 woes
Posted on November 17 at 3:03 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
usaret...agreed. Here's the problem the UAW and other unions face. None of these organizations are focused on doing what's best for the masses. They're focused on what's in it for me, and how much can I get RIGHT NOW! No vision leads to short term gain and long term pain. We're seeing it unfold before our eyes. There were plenty of people around the plant who had this vision, however, it would've been virtually impossible to get a leader like this voted into that position. These leaders are handpecked by the National Union. Never forget that. Even if a person was able to get into office and attempted to restructure the UAW to be in a position for the new economy, and do the right things it would've taken to secure jobs and move the industry towards the future, there would've been way too much opposition by the majority of the union members who were so hung up on themselves and "what can you do for me now?" that they would've been ousted for trying to do the right thing! Leadership is a thankless position to be in if you have character and are truly attempting to do the right things for all the right reasons! The majority always goes against the grain because of the instant gratification factor that's been instilled in our generations of people. I think many people are starting to see how the future's been compromised over the years. What's done is done. The best thing we can do is not to let it be in vain and learn from it and move forward!
On UAW leader says blame economy for Detroit 3 woes
Posted on November 17 at 10:45 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
RichE95,
You make a great point that I failed to mention in my last post. The lack of vision that exists isn't just on the UAW leaders side. The leadership of GM is just as lacking as anyone's. That was a great post. I will also add this: The workers who have been hit hard by all of this need to read what you just said and take it to heart. The same principle applies to the people. We cannot sit back and be resigned to our fate! Too many are waiting for the govt. to come up with a solution so that the affected workers can maintain the current lifestyle they've become accustomed to. Those days are gone. We the people need to look inside ourselves and make it happen. The govt. isn't responsible for our quality of life, WE ARE! There's so much opportunity out there and unless people are willing to change, it's always going to be beyond OUR grasp. Change is hard, I understand! (Believe me I do!) But, it's 100% necessary!
On UAW leader says blame economy for Detroit 3 woes
Posted on November 17 at 10:02 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
garyprimer, I agree with you to an extent. The UAW is just a name for a group or entity of PEOPLE who make up that organization. So if fingers were to be pointed, it would have to be at the LEADERSHIP of the UAW! The leadership of the UAW is made up of PEOPLE! It's simple what's happened here. The LEADERSHIP of the UAW has lacked VISION for decades! Under the watch of all the autoworkers who make up the UAW, the leadership of the UAW has compromised the future of the workers and the future of the industry for short term gain. Better known as INSTANT GRATIFICATION! "What can you do for me now"? I was a part of this as well so I'm speaking speaking about me right along with everyone else here! WE the people that make up the UAW have priced ourselves right out of a job! The UAW leadership lacked the proper vision to make the necessary adjustments that were needed to adjust to the new economy that we're now in. Here's what happens. The workers who vote in the leaders of the UAW would never vote in someone who might have an idea about making concessions and maybe giving in a little for the future. Visionaries are frowned upon these days because of the entitlement attitude that's instilled in our culture today. During the 1900's the UAW could get away with it when they had the ability to leverage due to the demand and lack of competition for the vehicles. The rules have changed and they didn't have the vision to adjust to that change now that it's here! I guarantee you had the LEADERSHIP of the UAW had the visionaries and the right leaders to rally the autoworkers around them and ride this change into the 21st century, the auto industry would NOT be in the turmoil it's in right now and the workers wouldn't be facing such an uncertain future as they are either. Everything rises and falls on LEADERSHIP!
On Obama's associations keep character suspect
Posted on November 9 at 1:37 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Retired Air and Boston Bill~
Amen my friends. Spoken like two people with great wisdom! I'm lock step with both of you. President elect Obama is OUR next president and regardless of my feelings either way towards him, I will respect him and rally behind him. I want this country to win! God bless President Obama and the United States of America!
On Obama trounces McCain in students' mock election
Posted on November 5 at 8:28 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
I will be the first to tell people I was not a huge Obama supporter, nor a big McCain person either. I voted for McCain because I questioned Obama's character. Now that Mr. Obama has been elected as our next president, I have no problem rallying around this man and giving him the benefit of the doubt. If people truly listened to what he was saying, it's in everyone's best interest to do the same! I've been saying all along, this country's biggest glaring weakness is we are not unified! I'm praying this will be the change we all need to make that happen. People will badmouth and people will mock him, but, it's not going to help our mission if we choose to be bitter about things! I will support our new president and represent this country with the dignity and set of values Mr. Obama spoke of in his victory speach. It's within all of us to bring positive change to this country. President Obama can't do it himself. I'm "All In".....................
On Obama sweeps to victory as first black president
Posted on November 5 at 1:11 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
I will be the first to tell people I was not a huge Obama supporter, nor a big McCain person either. I voted for McCain because I questioned Obama's character. Now that Mr. Obama has been elected as our next president, I have no problem rallying around this man and giving him the benefit of the doubt. If people truly listened to what he was saying, it's in everyone's best interest to do the same! I've been saying all along, this country's biggest glaring weakness is we are not unified! I'm praying this will be the change we all need to make that happen. People will badmouth and people will mock him, but, it's not going to help our mission if we choose to be bitter about things! I will support our new president and represent this country with the dignity and set of values Mr. Obama spoke of in his victory speach. It's within all of us to bring positive change to this country. President Obama can't do it himself. I'm "All In".....................
On Soldier talks of mountains, war and faith
Posted on November 3 at 9:45 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
booch...very powerful!
On Obama's associations keep character suspect
Posted on November 3 at 6:59 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
razorsharp~
You make an excellent point there! It doesn't matter who the candidate is, the opportunity to enhance your financial future has always been there. Too many people are looking for a handout! That's just what the govt. wants too. They want people to become reliant on them and settle for status quo. This way it doesn't rock the boat and the corrupt corporate driven thugs in the govt. can continue to walk away with the working man's hard earned money! Whether it's Obama or McCain in office, the opportunity SHOULD still be there. Each candidate has it's following and most people are into voting for which candidate has something to offer the voter which will help them the most financially. Sadly, the mainstream mindset isn't "what's good for the entire country", it's "what's in it for me?"!! The labor unions for example...... the only reason the democratic candidates are being forcefed down people's throats with their massive media of junk mail and TV ads is because it serves their purpose ONLY. They could care less what's in it for the little guy. Same with McCain. There are groups that take the selfish angle and it's all about them as well! Personally, I think both of these candidates have some major flaws in them. But, the most dangerous candidate is Obama, hands down! I still can't fathom how people can simply overlook his connections with people and groups that have every intention of bringing this country to it's knees! It's beyond me how people can't swallow their pride and admit that! Instead, they start throwing McCain's shortcomings in people's face. My answer to that is ...duh! I'd be willing to bet that McCain was groomed at his church by a pastor who actually taught him values, principles and that honor and duty were sacred. Rev. Wright taught Obama that hate was acceptable and Obama "changes his tune" regarding his church now that he's a presidential candidate. Not to mention all his ties to people who aren't exactly pro-America! How can the people of this country watch this happen and dismiss it as irrelevent?? As citizens of the U.S., this isn't the time to be playing Russian Roulette with our country!
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On Church shares blessings with those in need
Posted on November 21 at 2:37 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
brewersrock,gazettefan,nascar,dub: AMEN you guys! It's nice to see something positive put in the public media regarding the churches and their good works. There are a great deal of churches out there doing these various acts of love on a regular basis as well. Central Christian in Beloit is one that comes to mind that gets overlooked for so many good deeds performed. With the times looking as gloomy as they are and more and more people in need of being served, the churches and the christian nation are going to be much more appreciated than they have in the past for their good works.