I have some good - no great - news! Due to some very generous anonymous donors, we now have the money for the park rental. I will go on Monday to reserve the park for our Tea Party. Any further money that we receive will be used for equipment rentals, entertainment, advertising, etc... (There are still plenty of areas that need to be funded.)
Thank you to everyone who has donated so far!
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Friday, May 8, 2009
We have a Flat Bed Truck
Top Dog Wrecker Service will be allowing us the use of his truck, so that need has been filled. Thank you to everyone who worked to track down a solution!
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Needs for Fourth of July Tea Party
I am listing the current needs we have as we are organizing for the Fourth.
Program
We need entertainers and speakers
Facilities
Platform or flat bed truck for the stage
Big screen and projector
Vendors
Food and Drinks
Medical Volunteer who knows First Aid
Fund Raising
If anyone can help with any of these items, please be sure to e-mail me at ssiteaparty@gmail.com
Program
We need entertainers and speakers
Facilities
Platform or flat bed truck for the stage
Big screen and projector
Vendors
Food and Drinks
Medical Volunteer who knows First Aid
Fund Raising
If anyone can help with any of these items, please be sure to e-mail me at ssiteaparty@gmail.com
Tea Party Express
Be sure to check out http://www.teapartyexpress.org/. We're not near the tour, but we don't have the worst offenders either.....
From their website:
From August 28th to September 12th the "Tea Party Express" bus will tour the country, hosting tea party rallies to hold our leaders accountable for their out-of-control tax and spend policies.
We'll highlight some of the worst offenders, and work to take our country back beginning with the upcoming 2010 elections.
We'll highlight some of the worst offenders, and work to take our country back beginning with the upcoming 2010 elections.
Friday, May 1, 2009
President Obama, Speaker Pelosi, and Others Owe 1.2 Million Tea Party Patriots Apology
The American People Deserve Better From Their Elected Representatives and Are Beginning to Demand It.
Among the political class it has apparently become acceptable, and even fashionable, for American politicians from the President on down to mock the citizens they represent. In a development that can only further denigrate the discourse necessary to any effective democracy, politicians and the "serious" news media are now mocking citizens regularly and with impunity. Supported by mainstream journalists on MSNBC and CNN who themselves use sexual slurs on national television to mock and attack the same citizens, the politicians openly demonstrate their feelings of superiority in regard to those they were elected to represent. They now candidly express their disdain for a significant portion of the American population without threat of reprisal by the mainstream media.
On the morning of the April 15th Tea Parties, the American public was informed on national news by one of the President's economic advisers, Jared Bernstein, that the President was "unaware" of the tea parties taking place in over 850 cities across the nation. On April 29th, the President informed a town hall meeting in St. Louis that he has now become aware of the tea parties, but only from "certain news channels on which I'm not very popular." He referred to the one million plus Patriots who came out in legitimate and constitutionally protected demonstrations of free speech on April 15th as "folks waving tea bags around..." While he collects royalties (last year about $2.6 million) from his books, The Audacity of Hope and Dreams From My Father, the President has the audacity to imply that we the people have nothing legitimate to say about high taxes, wasteful spending and corporate bailouts. The President also seems to believe that it is appropriate to mock millions of Americans who are expressing their opinions publicly in a peaceful manner. "Perhaps he feels that by mocking the tea parties and the patriots who attend them, that he can marginalize them. But we know that real patriots cannot be marginalized, and that they will continue to make their voices heard in ever greater numbers," says Dawn Forbes, St. Simons Island Tea Party Coordinator and Tea Party Patriots National Leadership Council Member.
This sort of condescending approach to the grassroots is a hallmark of politicians all across this land. We, the grassroots are mocked by the President as "folks waving tea bags around." Discussion of our legitimate complaints and concerns is avoided through the use of derogatory and condescending rhetoric. We've heard similar rhetoric from the Speaker Nancy Pelosi who says the tea parties are an "Astroturf initiative," and "contrived events backed by those who like tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans." Rep. Jan Schakowsky (IL), called people who attended the Tea Parties "despicable" and "shameful," "corporate interests" and said the events were created by "Republican lobbyists and politicians". At every level, the President and the majority of politicians at a national level refuse to discuss the issues head on, and refuse to acknowledge the fact that a huge, non-partisan, grassroots movement has coalesced around limited government, fiscal responsibility and lower taxes. As politicians, they are simply interested in taking and spending more and more of our money, and in leaving our children with the burdens of their excess. And they will mock, deride and oppose anyone who objects to what they are doing.
At this time, the President, and all other politicians who demeaned the protestors, Speaker Pelosi (CA), and Rep. Schakowsky (IL) included, owe 1.2 million patriots an apology. If our politicians are truly interested in dialogue with the people they claim to represent, such a dialogue must begin with respect for the citizens of this country. That show of respect will begin when the politicians acknowledge that mocking and demeaning well-intentioned, peaceful Tea Party Patriots who love their country is the height of arrogance and a terrible mistake. The American people deserve better from their elected representatives, and they are beginning to demand it.
Among the political class it has apparently become acceptable, and even fashionable, for American politicians from the President on down to mock the citizens they represent. In a development that can only further denigrate the discourse necessary to any effective democracy, politicians and the "serious" news media are now mocking citizens regularly and with impunity. Supported by mainstream journalists on MSNBC and CNN who themselves use sexual slurs on national television to mock and attack the same citizens, the politicians openly demonstrate their feelings of superiority in regard to those they were elected to represent. They now candidly express their disdain for a significant portion of the American population without threat of reprisal by the mainstream media.
On the morning of the April 15th Tea Parties, the American public was informed on national news by one of the President's economic advisers, Jared Bernstein, that the President was "unaware" of the tea parties taking place in over 850 cities across the nation. On April 29th, the President informed a town hall meeting in St. Louis that he has now become aware of the tea parties, but only from "certain news channels on which I'm not very popular." He referred to the one million plus Patriots who came out in legitimate and constitutionally protected demonstrations of free speech on April 15th as "folks waving tea bags around..." While he collects royalties (last year about $2.6 million) from his books, The Audacity of Hope and Dreams From My Father, the President has the audacity to imply that we the people have nothing legitimate to say about high taxes, wasteful spending and corporate bailouts. The President also seems to believe that it is appropriate to mock millions of Americans who are expressing their opinions publicly in a peaceful manner. "Perhaps he feels that by mocking the tea parties and the patriots who attend them, that he can marginalize them. But we know that real patriots cannot be marginalized, and that they will continue to make their voices heard in ever greater numbers," says Dawn Forbes, St. Simons Island Tea Party Coordinator and Tea Party Patriots National Leadership Council Member.
This sort of condescending approach to the grassroots is a hallmark of politicians all across this land. We, the grassroots are mocked by the President as "folks waving tea bags around." Discussion of our legitimate complaints and concerns is avoided through the use of derogatory and condescending rhetoric. We've heard similar rhetoric from the Speaker Nancy Pelosi who says the tea parties are an "Astroturf initiative," and "contrived events backed by those who like tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans." Rep. Jan Schakowsky (IL), called people who attended the Tea Parties "despicable" and "shameful," "corporate interests" and said the events were created by "Republican lobbyists and politicians". At every level, the President and the majority of politicians at a national level refuse to discuss the issues head on, and refuse to acknowledge the fact that a huge, non-partisan, grassroots movement has coalesced around limited government, fiscal responsibility and lower taxes. As politicians, they are simply interested in taking and spending more and more of our money, and in leaving our children with the burdens of their excess. And they will mock, deride and oppose anyone who objects to what they are doing.
At this time, the President, and all other politicians who demeaned the protestors, Speaker Pelosi (CA), and Rep. Schakowsky (IL) included, owe 1.2 million patriots an apology. If our politicians are truly interested in dialogue with the people they claim to represent, such a dialogue must begin with respect for the citizens of this country. That show of respect will begin when the politicians acknowledge that mocking and demeaning well-intentioned, peaceful Tea Party Patriots who love their country is the height of arrogance and a terrible mistake. The American people deserve better from their elected representatives, and they are beginning to demand it.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Mark your Calendars
On Sept 12, 2009, there will be a Taxpayer March on Washington. Several grassroots movements are joining forces to make a huge stand on that day that we have had ENOUGH! So, save the date, and join this historic march if at all possible. You can read more about this event here: http://912dc.org/
Shout out to our Sponsors
I am working on getting links on here for our sponsors, but in the meantime, I want everyone to know that we are working with The Islander, 1440 WGIG, 1490 WMOG, and Be Seen/Fendig Outdoor.
The Islander has already started running ads with information on how to donate. WGIG and WMOG will start running an ad next week with information as well. Also, the sign at the end of the causeway will start running an ad soon that directs people to this website for more information.
The Islander has already started running ads with information on how to donate. WGIG and WMOG will start running an ad next week with information as well. Also, the sign at the end of the causeway will start running an ad soon that directs people to this website for more information.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Store and Donations are on line
In the right sidebar, you'll see two new widgets. The top is for donations toward the Independence Day Tea Party. We definitely need $700 for the rental of the park, and anything over that will be used for advertising, equipment rental, and entertainment.
UPDATE: I wanted to clarify that the actual rental for the park will be $300 plus a $400 deposit that will be refunded if everything is in good condition after the event. The refunded amount will then be used for the deposit for future tea parties. (end updated info)
The second widget is our Zazzle store. I've designed 3 bumper stickers, but there are loads more available on Zazzle, too. If you click through this site, my understanding is that we still get some royalty on the sale.
Please let me know if you'd like to design something for the store - this is a collaborative effort.
UPDATE: I wanted to clarify that the actual rental for the park will be $300 plus a $400 deposit that will be refunded if everything is in good condition after the event. The refunded amount will then be used for the deposit for future tea parties. (end updated info)
The second widget is our Zazzle store. I've designed 3 bumper stickers, but there are loads more available on Zazzle, too. If you click through this site, my understanding is that we still get some royalty on the sale.
Please let me know if you'd like to design something for the store - this is a collaborative effort.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Petitions on their way to Washington
Well, I got to the Post Office with 10 minutes to closing today. But, I did get all three petitions in the mail via Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation. Here's the Delivery Confirmation numbers for those of you who are curious as to when they get the delivery:
Rep. Kingston 03080730000139105648
Sen. Isakson 03080730000139105655
Sen Chambliss 03080730000139105631
They should be delivered in 2 - 3 days, and you can check these numbers on www.usps.gov.
Rep. Kingston 03080730000139105648
Sen. Isakson 03080730000139105655
Sen Chambliss 03080730000139105631
They should be delivered in 2 - 3 days, and you can check these numbers on www.usps.gov.
Independence Day Tea Party in beginning stages
Hi, Fellow Tea Party Patriots! The Glynn County Tax Day Tea Party was a huge success. At the final count, we had 636 people come out to take a stand for liberty with us. That is amazing! With this event being held at lunchtime on a weekday, these numbers were far more than my wildest imagination. And, that's not all ~ they are estimating that 1 - 1.2 million Americans attended tea parties in 850 cities across this great land. That number is just staggering. And, of course, the main stream media is trying to direct how our Tea Parties are interpreted, but you and I know that what they are saying is simply not true. But, we also know why they are saying it - they are afraid that the status quo is about to have a huge change, and they don't know how to cope with that!
I also wanted to let you all know that I am mailing our petitions to Congressman Kingston, Sen Isakson, and Sen. Chambliss tomorrow via Priority Mail. Hopefully they will receive them before the budget vote that will potentially happen this week. We have over 500 signatures on these petitions, and I would guess that they are about 20 feet long! Now, that should make a statement!
This blog will be a central website/blog to get information out, and to share pictures, stories, etc... You can also use this URL to get here: http://www.ssiteaparty.info/. Also, please check out http://www.teapartypatriots.org/ as this is the central site and registration at this site will help keep everything linked with the national movement.
As you all probably know, the Tax Day Tea Party was just the beginning, and I am already gearing up to start planning for the Fourth of July Independence Day Tea Party! I have tentatively reserved Gascoigne Park. I say tentatively because I need $700 to put with the reservation to make it binding. For that amount, we have the park the entire day. For those of you who don't know, Gascoigne is the Park that is beside Epworth (off of Sea Island Causeway.) There are many reasons why I think this is an excellent location including - lots of parking (we now know this is important!), shade trees along with sunny spots, visible from the causeway in an area that is moving slower already (lots of traffic going by there on the Fourth, too!), there are public restrooms, and also an eating pavilion with picnic tables - all this combined with a breeze to keep the bugs off, and I'm sure you can see why I'm excited about this location! My vision for the Independence Day Tea Party is a good old fashioned Fourth of July party (you know, what the Sunshine Festival used to be...)
Obviously to pull this off, we will need plenty of volunteers, so if anyone is able to and would like to volunteer, please reply back to me so that I can put you on the volunteer list. Also, we will need some money. I have set up a bank account specifically for the Tea Parties at Security Bank that is set up to receive donations if anyone is able and would like to contribute. (If everyone who came last Wed donated $1, we would have $636! And, if everyone donated $5 - we would have over $3000!) Again, only if you feel that you can donate - everyone is welcome to volunteer and attend regardless of donations, so please do not feel obligated. (I won't have any record of who donates at the bank anyway...) For anyone who is interested, you can go to Security and they can look up the account under Dawn Forbes - but you need to tell them that it is the Tea Party Account so that it is posted correctly. Also, please feel free to tell others about it who ask if they can donate toward the cause. I've also set up a paypal account linked to this bank account that uses this e-mail ssiteaparty@gmail.com. Again, please feel free to forward all the website information and the donation information.
I've created a Facebook Event Page for this tea party so that the information can easily be forwarded among your Facebook friends list. The event page is here: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/event.php?eid=81313785162&ref=nf.
Thank you for all your help in making this event a huge success!
I also wanted to let you all know that I am mailing our petitions to Congressman Kingston, Sen Isakson, and Sen. Chambliss tomorrow via Priority Mail. Hopefully they will receive them before the budget vote that will potentially happen this week. We have over 500 signatures on these petitions, and I would guess that they are about 20 feet long! Now, that should make a statement!
This blog will be a central website/blog to get information out, and to share pictures, stories, etc... You can also use this URL to get here: http://www.ssiteaparty.info/. Also, please check out http://www.teapartypatriots.org/ as this is the central site and registration at this site will help keep everything linked with the national movement.
As you all probably know, the Tax Day Tea Party was just the beginning, and I am already gearing up to start planning for the Fourth of July Independence Day Tea Party! I have tentatively reserved Gascoigne Park. I say tentatively because I need $700 to put with the reservation to make it binding. For that amount, we have the park the entire day. For those of you who don't know, Gascoigne is the Park that is beside Epworth (off of Sea Island Causeway.) There are many reasons why I think this is an excellent location including - lots of parking (we now know this is important!), shade trees along with sunny spots, visible from the causeway in an area that is moving slower already (lots of traffic going by there on the Fourth, too!), there are public restrooms, and also an eating pavilion with picnic tables - all this combined with a breeze to keep the bugs off, and I'm sure you can see why I'm excited about this location! My vision for the Independence Day Tea Party is a good old fashioned Fourth of July party (you know, what the Sunshine Festival used to be...)
Obviously to pull this off, we will need plenty of volunteers, so if anyone is able to and would like to volunteer, please reply back to me so that I can put you on the volunteer list. Also, we will need some money. I have set up a bank account specifically for the Tea Parties at Security Bank that is set up to receive donations if anyone is able and would like to contribute. (If everyone who came last Wed donated $1, we would have $636! And, if everyone donated $5 - we would have over $3000!) Again, only if you feel that you can donate - everyone is welcome to volunteer and attend regardless of donations, so please do not feel obligated. (I won't have any record of who donates at the bank anyway...) For anyone who is interested, you can go to Security and they can look up the account under Dawn Forbes - but you need to tell them that it is the Tea Party Account so that it is posted correctly. Also, please feel free to tell others about it who ask if they can donate toward the cause. I've also set up a paypal account linked to this bank account that uses this e-mail ssiteaparty@gmail.com. Again, please feel free to forward all the website information and the donation information.
I've created a Facebook Event Page for this tea party so that the information can easily be forwarded among your Facebook friends list. The event page is here: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/event.php?eid=81313785162&ref=nf.
Thank you for all your help in making this event a huge success!
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