FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 5, 2007
CONTACT: Gary Becks (619) 334-1655
San Diego, CA – Presidential candidate and U.S. Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA) took the opportunity today to respond to a question posed to candidates at the CNN-YouTube Republican Presidential debate that occurred last week that he did not have an opportunity to answer. Holding a Bible, Joseph Dearing from Dallas, Texas, asked the candidates, “Do you believe every word of this book? Specifically, this book that I am holding in my hand, do you believe this book?” Congressman Hunter has sent Mr. Dearing the following letter in answer to his question:
December 3, 2007
Dear Mr. Dearing:
At last week’s CNN-You Tube debate, you asked the question of all of us “Do you believe in every word of this book?” meaning the Bible. As you know, the moderator called on my fellow candidates Governor Romney, Mayor Giuliani and Governor Huckabee to answer, but I myself was not given an opportunity. Allow me to respond directly to your question now. Do I believe every word of the Bible? Yes, by faith.
I find the center of the Bible to be these words: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life,” John 3:16. If you believe in this promise, which so obviously is not scientifically provable, then is there any other event in the Bible that God’s hand cannot accomplish?
On June 28, 1787, at the Constitution Convention when the delegates appeared to be hopelessly deadlocked, old Ben Franklin made a speech, the central sentence being the following: “The longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth: that God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without His aid?”
Following this statement, Franklin made a request resulting in the delegates approving a motion by James Madison to open every session with a prayer. The U.S. Constitution was thus born and this document, which delivers to every American the freedoms we enjoy, was produced by men of great faith and who very strongly believed in the Bible. Our further freedoms have been defended by American soldiers, 619,000 of whom were killed in battle during the last century, and a vast majority I feel believed the Bible.
I am sending you a book which I hope you will find instructive and persuasive, “A Third Testament” by Malcolm Muggeridge, chronicling the lives of great intellectuals in history who became followers of Christ and who believed in the Bible.
When I am asked by those who pride themselves on the reliance on provable scientific facts regarding the validity of the scriptures, I answer with one such set of facts. There are an infinite number of atoms on the head of a pin, each of which are circled by electrons. Who placed those electrons there? I hope their attempt to answer this question helps them to understand my three-word answer to your original question. Do I believe every word of the Bible? Yes, by faith.
Thank you again Mr. Dearing for your question.
Sincerely,
Duncan Hunter.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Hunter makes campaign stop in Sheridan
SHERIDAN, Wyo. (AP) - Presidential candidate Duncan Hunter says he wants to bring manufacturing jobs back to the United States.
Hunter is a Republican congressman from southern California, and he spoke to a crowd of about 45 people at Sheridan College on Monday.
Hunter said the U.S. has lost more than 3 million manufacturing jobs over the past five years. He said many of those jobs went to China, a country he accuses of cheating on trade.
(excerpt...see http://www.idaho8.com/Global/story.asp?S=7450054)
Hunter is a Republican congressman from southern California, and he spoke to a crowd of about 45 people at Sheridan College on Monday.
Hunter said the U.S. has lost more than 3 million manufacturing jobs over the past five years. He said many of those jobs went to China, a country he accuses of cheating on trade.
(excerpt...see http://www.idaho8.com/Global/story.asp?S=7450054)
Hunter has one fight left before retirement
Looking to retire after 27 years on the House Armed Services Committee, including two as chairman, Rep. Duncan Hunter isn't eager to talk about the "L-word."
"I don't care about leaving a legacy," the California Republican said in an interview. "`You do the best you can for the country every day' - that's my motto."
The committee's top Republican, Hunter is retiring at the end of his 14th term, deciding to focus on his bid for the Republican presidential nomination rather than mounting a reelection campaign to the House.
Great article. (excerpt...see http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1207/7181.html)
P.S. - Feel free to leave a comment at the end of the article and/or a reply to the liberal moonbat attacking Duncan Hunter.
"I don't care about leaving a legacy," the California Republican said in an interview. "`You do the best you can for the country every day' - that's my motto."
The committee's top Republican, Hunter is retiring at the end of his 14th term, deciding to focus on his bid for the Republican presidential nomination rather than mounting a reelection campaign to the House.
Great article. (excerpt...see http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1207/7181.html)
P.S. - Feel free to leave a comment at the end of the article and/or a reply to the liberal moonbat attacking Duncan Hunter.
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Real people, real gripes
Sal Casamassima has a story that makes Rep. Duncan Hunter look like one smart cookie.
In fact, Casamassima could be a poster boy for the Alpine congressman's latest complaint that environmental regulations make it hard – that is, expensive or a regulatory nightmare – for some San Diegans to keep fire-prone brush cleared from around their homes.
It would be easy to dismiss Hunter's complaint as just another conservative rant, or to buy some Democrat's argument that he wants an excuse to bad-mouth laws that stifle the moneymaking plans of earth-scorching, construction-happy lobbyists.
(excerpt...see http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/politics/20071203-9999-lz1m3wilkie.html)
In fact, Casamassima could be a poster boy for the Alpine congressman's latest complaint that environmental regulations make it hard – that is, expensive or a regulatory nightmare – for some San Diegans to keep fire-prone brush cleared from around their homes.
It would be easy to dismiss Hunter's complaint as just another conservative rant, or to buy some Democrat's argument that he wants an excuse to bad-mouth laws that stifle the moneymaking plans of earth-scorching, construction-happy lobbyists.
(excerpt...see http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/politics/20071203-9999-lz1m3wilkie.html)
Presidential candidate Congressman Duncan Hunter
Dear Friend,
I am writing to you today, because this is a very pivotal time in the History of our country. We are at a point in time when the division among Americans has never been greater.
Our Country is at a crossroad, there are forces at work that would have this great nation pushed down the road to the serfdom of socialism, a headless monster that enslaves each and every person to each other, with some “intellectual elite” pulling the strings. By promising “National Health Care” , and a host of other entitlement programs, a lot of Americans are being seduced, seduced into believing that the democratic party is going to carry them from cradle to grave, without any thought of the consequences of their actions, or without making even the slightest attempt to strike a deal with those who perform Health Care and other services. One would think that the lessons learned by the Canadian, and English systems would be enough to teach the world a lesson, but the democrats will not even mention what a disaster they have proven to be to both the Canadians and British peoples.
We are also a country at war, with the threat of Islamo-fascism working in 60 different countries around the world. A threat which is saying to the world, Submit to us or die. The democrats would have us believe that all that needs to be done is to enter into some ‘dialogue’ with the Islamo-fascists, and somehow we could reach some agreement with them, and that they would allow us to go on living in peace, if we would return the favor.
The problem is, that the Islamo-fascists HAVE begun a dialogue with us, and have spoken quite directly to us. Their message is unchanging, Submit to our brand of radical Islam, or die. They are not looking for any kind of truce, or agreement, and they have repeated this so many times that there can be no doubt as to their intentions.
There also can be no doubt that they are willing to die, and to sacrifice as many of their people, including women and children, as necessary to accomplish this goal. This war on terror must be met with a strong force, and measures that will insure that America, and the world is free of this threat, that the seeds of Liberty planted here in America long ago, now get spread to the rest of the world. Our failure to do this in the past, and our penchant to ignore the threat that grew in the Middle East until now, brought us the events of 9-11-01, and the attacks that have been made across the world. One needs only to listen to the videos made by the likes of Osama Bin Laden, and Ahmadinejad of Iran, to understand that they mean business. They have no illusions about what they are doing, and the democrats failure to respond in kind is dangerous.
This war on terror demands from us that we close our borders. It is almost an International joke, that anyone who wishes to sneak into the USA , need only find their way to Mexico first, our southern border is wide open, and one needs only to walk across it, to gain access to the USA, for whatever purpose they have in mind.
My Friend, there is only one candidate in the current crop of presidential hopefuls that will address these issues with the seriousness that they need, and that candidate’s name is Duncan Hunter.
Duncan has stated quite clearly that he will close that border in 180 days, if elected. He will take quite seriously this war on terror, because he understands the implications of it, Implications that will affect our children, and grandchildren for generations to come, unless we act now. Waiting for the terrorists to become strong enough to do real damage to this country, is certainly not an option. Yet the democrats would give them all the time they need, while they engage in ‘diplomacy” which the terrorist will certainly use for cover, while gaining strength, and weapons.
The democrats are also out to reverse the hard fought for Tax Cuts that we gained under the Bush Administration. They claim that by reversing these cuts, they will be able to pay for all of their entitlement programs. The problem is, they are acting as if the economy, (built by these tax cuts), will just continue to grow and prosper even though they are well aware that to reverse them will damage the economy, and once again, cause a concentrated push for those most taxed, to take their jobs and their wealth overseas.
Duncan Hunter is fully aware that further tax cuts are needed, and is supporting the Fair Tax Initiative. He understands that a repressive tax system, that penalizes prosperity, is a total disincentive for prosperity, and leads our best and brightest to develop their ideas, and there goods and services overseas, instead of here at home. It is absolutely Insane that an American Businessman can get a better Tax deal from the Communist Chinese, than from the US Government here at home. It is almost no wonder that many of our best paying jobs have left this country, along with the benefits of the wealth created by them. The Fair Tax, (see here> http://www.fairtax.org/site/PageServer ) will ensure that Americans with good ideas, and the financiers who help them get started, will start their ideas here, and keep them here. Duncan Hunter is all for this, and will work hard to see it come about.
Duncan Hunter is also addressing the inequalities in our trade with other nations. Too many other nations are allowed to export their goods here, without allowing us to export many of our goods there. Duncan’s “mirror Trade policy” ( http://www.gohunter08.com/inner.asp?z=11 ) is the best way to cure these inequalities.
There is not a single Issue concerning Americans today, that Duncan Hunter is not addressing correctly. I am sure he will work with the necessary vigor, and relentlessly, to insure a safe, secure and prosperous future for The United States of America.
My Friend, I am urging you to go to Duncan’s website, www.gohunter08.com and go through it from stem to stern. Please take your time, and see where he stands on all of the issues’ I am sure will see, as I have, that he is far and away the best candidate for President of the United States of America.
I am also urging you, that if possible that you make some donation t0 his campaign, no matter how much you can afford, a little bit of money from a whole lot of people will make a huge difference in the amount of people that get his message.
I am also urging you to copy and paste this letter, and send it to everyone in your email address book. The way I see it, if a loon like Howard Dean can make a huge impact because of the internet, an honest and upright man like Duncan Hunter can go all the way to the top, and that is where this country needs him.
Thank you for your support
Mark Belcher
(http://www.no-appeasement.us/blog/?p=34)
I am writing to you today, because this is a very pivotal time in the History of our country. We are at a point in time when the division among Americans has never been greater.
Our Country is at a crossroad, there are forces at work that would have this great nation pushed down the road to the serfdom of socialism, a headless monster that enslaves each and every person to each other, with some “intellectual elite” pulling the strings. By promising “National Health Care” , and a host of other entitlement programs, a lot of Americans are being seduced, seduced into believing that the democratic party is going to carry them from cradle to grave, without any thought of the consequences of their actions, or without making even the slightest attempt to strike a deal with those who perform Health Care and other services. One would think that the lessons learned by the Canadian, and English systems would be enough to teach the world a lesson, but the democrats will not even mention what a disaster they have proven to be to both the Canadians and British peoples.
We are also a country at war, with the threat of Islamo-fascism working in 60 different countries around the world. A threat which is saying to the world, Submit to us or die. The democrats would have us believe that all that needs to be done is to enter into some ‘dialogue’ with the Islamo-fascists, and somehow we could reach some agreement with them, and that they would allow us to go on living in peace, if we would return the favor.
The problem is, that the Islamo-fascists HAVE begun a dialogue with us, and have spoken quite directly to us. Their message is unchanging, Submit to our brand of radical Islam, or die. They are not looking for any kind of truce, or agreement, and they have repeated this so many times that there can be no doubt as to their intentions.
There also can be no doubt that they are willing to die, and to sacrifice as many of their people, including women and children, as necessary to accomplish this goal. This war on terror must be met with a strong force, and measures that will insure that America, and the world is free of this threat, that the seeds of Liberty planted here in America long ago, now get spread to the rest of the world. Our failure to do this in the past, and our penchant to ignore the threat that grew in the Middle East until now, brought us the events of 9-11-01, and the attacks that have been made across the world. One needs only to listen to the videos made by the likes of Osama Bin Laden, and Ahmadinejad of Iran, to understand that they mean business. They have no illusions about what they are doing, and the democrats failure to respond in kind is dangerous.
This war on terror demands from us that we close our borders. It is almost an International joke, that anyone who wishes to sneak into the USA , need only find their way to Mexico first, our southern border is wide open, and one needs only to walk across it, to gain access to the USA, for whatever purpose they have in mind.
My Friend, there is only one candidate in the current crop of presidential hopefuls that will address these issues with the seriousness that they need, and that candidate’s name is Duncan Hunter.
Duncan has stated quite clearly that he will close that border in 180 days, if elected. He will take quite seriously this war on terror, because he understands the implications of it, Implications that will affect our children, and grandchildren for generations to come, unless we act now. Waiting for the terrorists to become strong enough to do real damage to this country, is certainly not an option. Yet the democrats would give them all the time they need, while they engage in ‘diplomacy” which the terrorist will certainly use for cover, while gaining strength, and weapons.
The democrats are also out to reverse the hard fought for Tax Cuts that we gained under the Bush Administration. They claim that by reversing these cuts, they will be able to pay for all of their entitlement programs. The problem is, they are acting as if the economy, (built by these tax cuts), will just continue to grow and prosper even though they are well aware that to reverse them will damage the economy, and once again, cause a concentrated push for those most taxed, to take their jobs and their wealth overseas.
Duncan Hunter is fully aware that further tax cuts are needed, and is supporting the Fair Tax Initiative. He understands that a repressive tax system, that penalizes prosperity, is a total disincentive for prosperity, and leads our best and brightest to develop their ideas, and there goods and services overseas, instead of here at home. It is absolutely Insane that an American Businessman can get a better Tax deal from the Communist Chinese, than from the US Government here at home. It is almost no wonder that many of our best paying jobs have left this country, along with the benefits of the wealth created by them. The Fair Tax, (see here> http://www.fairtax.org/site/PageServer ) will ensure that Americans with good ideas, and the financiers who help them get started, will start their ideas here, and keep them here. Duncan Hunter is all for this, and will work hard to see it come about.
Duncan Hunter is also addressing the inequalities in our trade with other nations. Too many other nations are allowed to export their goods here, without allowing us to export many of our goods there. Duncan’s “mirror Trade policy” ( http://www.gohunter08.com/inner.asp?z=11 ) is the best way to cure these inequalities.
There is not a single Issue concerning Americans today, that Duncan Hunter is not addressing correctly. I am sure he will work with the necessary vigor, and relentlessly, to insure a safe, secure and prosperous future for The United States of America.
My Friend, I am urging you to go to Duncan’s website, www.gohunter08.com and go through it from stem to stern. Please take your time, and see where he stands on all of the issues’ I am sure will see, as I have, that he is far and away the best candidate for President of the United States of America.
I am also urging you, that if possible that you make some donation t0 his campaign, no matter how much you can afford, a little bit of money from a whole lot of people will make a huge difference in the amount of people that get his message.
I am also urging you to copy and paste this letter, and send it to everyone in your email address book. The way I see it, if a loon like Howard Dean can make a huge impact because of the internet, an honest and upright man like Duncan Hunter can go all the way to the top, and that is where this country needs him.
Thank you for your support
Mark Belcher
(http://www.no-appeasement.us/blog/?p=34)
Republican hopeful brings platform to North Augusta
The race for the White House took another turn through Aiken County Friday evening, with a visit from Rep. Duncan Hunter (R-Calif.) at the North Augusta Community Center.
Hunter, an Army veteran who served in Vietnam and has served the San Diego area in Congress since 1981, spoke for about an hour, fielding questions and focusing on his priorities, with foreign trade and illegal immigration among his major concerns.
Addressing international concerns, Hunter focused largely on China's "new flexing of this military muscle that they have." He described that new power as being bankrolled largely by American trade dollars, through Chinese cheating.
(excerpt...see http://www.aikenstandard.com/2007redesign/news/317354572306937.php)
Hunter, an Army veteran who served in Vietnam and has served the San Diego area in Congress since 1981, spoke for about an hour, fielding questions and focusing on his priorities, with foreign trade and illegal immigration among his major concerns.
Addressing international concerns, Hunter focused largely on China's "new flexing of this military muscle that they have." He described that new power as being bankrolled largely by American trade dollars, through Chinese cheating.
(excerpt...see http://www.aikenstandard.com/2007redesign/news/317354572306937.php)
Monday, December 3, 2007
Made in America
Having arrived here a couple of days ago full of thoughts about the falling dollar and the improving state of American trade, it is fascinating to observe at first hand that perceptions of low quality in Chinese products are the issue that seems to be driving consumers away from imports.
Recent recalls of badly designed toys and toxic toothpaste seem to have driven a surge of interest in the "Made in America" label. Websites such as usmadetoys.com offer lists of US products that don'tbite or poison you. This site offers an eco-friendly four tips on buying lead-free toys made in the US. Or look at the poll on Chinese goods on the website of Duncan Hunter, a presidential candidate.
The mass media is talking the issue up. I was surprised to hear advice offered this morning that one advantage of buying goods online is that if they are recalled, you will automatically get an e-mail telling you, without you having had to register your purchase.
(excerpt...see http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/thereporters/evandavis/2007/11/made_in_america.html)
HUNTER ENCOURAGES AMERICANS TO BUY AMERICAN-MADE PRODUCTS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA), ranking Republican on the House Armed Services Committee, announced the introduction of the All-American Holiday Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. The measure, H.Res. 831, encourages Americans to purchase American-made products this holiday season.
“As Americans head to the stores to purchase gifts for family and friends this holiday season, they will have the choice of buying either foreign, imported products, or those which are made here in America,” said Congressman Hunter. “By choosing to purchase American-made products, consumers will be helping to strengthen our nation’s economy, protect American workers and stimulate our deteriorating manufacturing base.
“Additionally, the overall quality of imported products, particularly those originating from China, continues to raise considerable safety and health concerns. When purchasing American-made products, consumers can also take comfort in knowing that the health and safety of their loved ones will not be threatened. This is because America maintains the most stringent manufacturing standards and safest regulatory system in the world.
“While we must correct the unfair trade policies that continue to disadvantage our manufactures, we can begin taking steps towards revitalizing American industry this holiday season by simply buying products that are made in America.”
H.Res. 831 has been referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee for further consideration.
(http://www.house.gov/apps/list/speech/ca52_hunter/Buy_American_Christmas.shtml)
Recent recalls of badly designed toys and toxic toothpaste seem to have driven a surge of interest in the "Made in America" label. Websites such as usmadetoys.com offer lists of US products that don'tbite or poison you. This site offers an eco-friendly four tips on buying lead-free toys made in the US. Or look at the poll on Chinese goods on the website of Duncan Hunter, a presidential candidate.
The mass media is talking the issue up. I was surprised to hear advice offered this morning that one advantage of buying goods online is that if they are recalled, you will automatically get an e-mail telling you, without you having had to register your purchase.
(excerpt...see http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/thereporters/evandavis/2007/11/made_in_america.html)
HUNTER ENCOURAGES AMERICANS TO BUY AMERICAN-MADE PRODUCTS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA), ranking Republican on the House Armed Services Committee, announced the introduction of the All-American Holiday Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. The measure, H.Res. 831, encourages Americans to purchase American-made products this holiday season.
“As Americans head to the stores to purchase gifts for family and friends this holiday season, they will have the choice of buying either foreign, imported products, or those which are made here in America,” said Congressman Hunter. “By choosing to purchase American-made products, consumers will be helping to strengthen our nation’s economy, protect American workers and stimulate our deteriorating manufacturing base.
“Additionally, the overall quality of imported products, particularly those originating from China, continues to raise considerable safety and health concerns. When purchasing American-made products, consumers can also take comfort in knowing that the health and safety of their loved ones will not be threatened. This is because America maintains the most stringent manufacturing standards and safest regulatory system in the world.
“While we must correct the unfair trade policies that continue to disadvantage our manufactures, we can begin taking steps towards revitalizing American industry this holiday season by simply buying products that are made in America.”
H.Res. 831 has been referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee for further consideration.
(http://www.house.gov/apps/list/speech/ca52_hunter/Buy_American_Christmas.shtml)
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