Posted by The Meck - Oct 17, 2010 - 8:55p
This a great article on Fredi Gonzalez, the new Braves manager.
Very informative and inspiring.
It's no mystery why Gonzalez is a success and so highly thought
of by Bobby Cox and the Braves organization.
No doubt .. The Braves are in reliable hands with a very capable baseball man, Fredi Gonzalez.
A very hard working, good man.
Steve Hummer / ajc.com gives an inside, detalied look at the man, Fredi Gonzalez.
http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/gonzalez-fresh-style-familiar-684078.html
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Bingo Defendants Plead Not Guilty; Learn Of Evidence - Oct 15, 2010
Posted By The Meck Oct 15, 2010
Link to Story
http://www2.dothaneagle.com/news/2010/oct/15/bingo-defendants-plead-not-guilty-ar-966809/
A Classic quote from Attorney Jim Parkman
Parkman said he believed accusers would eventually have to do a “Mark Spitz” and “end up having to do the backstroke” before the case was over. Spitz is a former Olympic swimmer.
Link to Story
http://www2.dothaneagle.com/news/2010/oct/15/bingo-defendants-plead-not-guilty-ar-966809/
A Classic quote from Attorney Jim Parkman
Parkman said he believed accusers would eventually have to do a “Mark Spitz” and “end up having to do the backstroke” before the case was over. Spitz is a former Olympic swimmer.
He also said he expected a long trial, stating it could take six months.“Probably the statute of limitations will pass before we finish this case,” Parkman said.
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Thursday, October 14, 2010
Bobby Cox Looks Forward To The Next Chapter In His Life
No Doubt .. Bobby Cox is looking forward to relaxing and not being on a rigid schedule
like the last 51 yrs and simplifying his life. Doing some things he's never had time to do.
Here's a very interesting read on Bobby Cox, written by Carroll Rogers -ajc.com.
http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/bobby-cox-looks-forward-681912.html
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like the last 51 yrs and simplifying his life. Doing some things he's never had time to do.
Here's a very interesting read on Bobby Cox, written by Carroll Rogers -ajc.com.
http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/bobby-cox-looks-forward-681912.html
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Wednesday, October 13, 2010
FAMED CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY JIM PARKMAN HIRED BY SEN HARRI ANNE SMITH -- Oct 13, 2010
Producer/Director Harry Thomason - Attorney Donald Watkins.
Beverly Hills - Aug. 30, 2005. Meetings re a Movie
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Posted by The Meck - Oct 13, 2010 - 5:29p
Famed Criminal Defense Attorney Jim Parkman Hired By Sen Harri Anne Smith
The Meck has learned that famed criminal defense attorney, Jim Parkman,
has been hired by [Ala] Sen. Harri Anne Smith to represent her in her federal criminal case.
I was informed this afternoon by a source that Parkman had been hired by Harri Anne.
I called Jim Parkman a few minutes ago and he confirmed it.
The final details were worked out this afternoon between he and Harri Anne.
Jim Parkman is no stranger to defending his clients against the federal government.
He and Donald Watkins defended Richard Scrushy in the HealthSouth fraud case in 2005.
And Scrushy was found not guilty. They won the largest corporate fraud case in U.S. history, $2.8 Billion.
There is no one better than Jim Parkman in the courtroom. No one.
Just ask the 12 that agreed with him in the Scrushy Case.
This was Harri Anne's best decision hiring Jim Parkman.
It levels the playing field with the federal government.
Simply put .. Parkman doesn't play. He even quit recess.
As Donald Watkins said: 'Parkman reminds me of Palidan.'
That's why Donald brought Parkman on the team in the Scrushy trial. He delivered.
Great decision by Harri Anne to hire Parkman. Her chances are better than they were yesterday.
Bingo. That was a Goody. No Doubt.
The Meck will have an interview with Jim Parkman in the next few days.
Write On.
Posted by The Meck - Oct 13, 2010 - 5:29p
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GILLEY, SEN SMITH ARRESTED IN BINGO PROBE - DOJ VIDEO PRESS CONF
McGregor, Alabama legislators, lobbyists indicted in bingo probe
NYTIMES: 11 ARRESTS IN ALABAMA BINGO INVESTIGATION
RON SPARKS SAYS 'TIMING OF INDICTMENTS SUSPICIOUS AND MUST BE QUESTIONED'
SEN SMITH SPEAKS
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IT'S OFFICIAL: FREDI GONZALEZ NAMED NEW BRAVES MANAGER
It's Official: The Braves acted quickly and named Fredi Gonzalez as their new manager.
The announcement was made this afternoon, just after Bobby Cox held his last
press conf as Braves mgr.
Here's the link
http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20101012&content_id=15605228&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl
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The announcement was made this afternoon, just after Bobby Cox held his last
press conf as Braves mgr.
Here's the link
http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20101012&content_id=15605228&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl
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Braves: "A Major Announcement" Today
The Braves scheduled a press conf for tomorrow. David O'Brien scooped em and broke the story late last nite, Fredi Gonzalez will be the New Braves mgr. Mark Bradley says The Braves have scheduled a "major announcement" today at 2:15p et. Looks like they will announce Fredi Gonzalez as mgr, a day early. Rt after Bobby Cox's press conf today.
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FREDI GONZALEZ WILL BE NEW BRAVES MANAGER -- OCT 13, 2010
David O'Brien, the Braves beat writer for AJC.com broke the story several hrs ago.
Fredi Gonzalez will be the Braves new manager.
The announcement will be Thurs at a press conf.
Fredi Gonzalez is a great choice to follow in the footsteps of Bobby Cox, his mentor.
Fredi was a 3rd base coach for the Braves before being hired as Marlins mgr in 2007.
He was fired this past summer by the Marlins and Bobby Cox was not at all happy
about the way his good friend was treated and said so.
The Marlins showed no class by being the only ML team to not honor Bobby Cox in his last visit to their city.
Gonzalez is a real good manager and a Bobby Cox disciple.
He has the Bobby Cox demeanor. Upbeat. Positive. What You See Is What You Get.
I always enjoyed talking to Fredi when he was the 3rd base coach. He's consistent with class.
To be honest .. I really thought they should hire Fredi Gonzalez.
They got it right for the future in a BIG way with Fredi Gonzalez.
He's a winner.
Now .. The Braves need to invest in more ML Starters, not just role players.
Here's the link from David O'Brien - ajc.com - the man with the scoop.
http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/fredi-gonzalez-will-be-679397.html
Bobby Cox Press Conf is today, Wed.
Filed by The Meck - Oct 13, 2010 - 3:15a
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Fredi Gonzalez will be the Braves new manager.
The announcement will be Thurs at a press conf.
Fredi Gonzalez is a great choice to follow in the footsteps of Bobby Cox, his mentor.
Fredi was a 3rd base coach for the Braves before being hired as Marlins mgr in 2007.
He was fired this past summer by the Marlins and Bobby Cox was not at all happy
about the way his good friend was treated and said so.
The Marlins showed no class by being the only ML team to not honor Bobby Cox in his last visit to their city.
Gonzalez is a real good manager and a Bobby Cox disciple.
He has the Bobby Cox demeanor. Upbeat. Positive. What You See Is What You Get.
I always enjoyed talking to Fredi when he was the 3rd base coach. He's consistent with class.
To be honest .. I really thought they should hire Fredi Gonzalez.
They got it right for the future in a BIG way with Fredi Gonzalez.
He's a winner.
Now .. The Braves need to invest in more ML Starters, not just role players.
Here's the link from David O'Brien - ajc.com - the man with the scoop.
http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/fredi-gonzalez-will-be-679397.html
Bobby Cox Press Conf is today, Wed.
Filed by The Meck - Oct 13, 2010 - 3:15a
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BOBBY COX: THE BEST SKIPPER EVER .. LAST GAME FOR NO. 6
By The Meck - Oct 13, 2010 - 2:29a
Bobby Cox: The Best Skipper Ever .. No, 6's Last Game.
I could hardly believe my eyes and my ears. No way. Bobby Cox would be in the dugout forever.
He is THE SKIPPER .. THE BEST.
I hear it really is true. He has really retired.
The Braves will miss him. The fans will miss him. Baseball will forever miss him.
It will never be the same without this wonderful man, Bobby Cox, as the leader of the Braves.
No more No. 6 sitting in the dugout, and of course the consistent lean against the dugout wall. That picture we've seen every nite in our living room for the last 20 yrs. No more of his nicknames, and loudly spoken words of encouragement as his players come to bat.
No more Mr Calm. No more Mr Like A Rock. No matter the score.
No More Mr Loyalty. Which gave him the all-time record for ejections. No more .. I've always got your back. Even if you're 0 for 22. Bobby Cox could find positive things to say about your swing.
He has done many wonderful things for so many players, so many people. I am one of those fortunate many.
He touched my life in many ways .. always encouraged me. He was the best listener.
He always had TIME for The Meck and anyone else.
When I sat by him many times in the dugout or in his office .. he would always make me laugh and smile.
He was Mr. Encourager. I let him know .. 'If I ever go to the electric chair .. I'd like to have my last meal with you.' He could make you feel good about anything.
Bobby Cox has the '2 essentials that meet in the middle to reach a goal.'
'Passion and Compassion.' Passion: what you do in life.
Compassion: Others .. Others .. Others.
He taught me by his example .. How to accept others .. Just as they are.
After all .. That's the way he accepted me .. and everyone else.
I'm still practicing that Bobby Cox lesson. Still got a few bases to go.
Bobby Cox, no doubt, has the Gift Of Greatness .. 'The Ability To Make Those Around You Feel Great.'
I didn't feel so great watching him at the press conference last nite.
It hurt him to talk about his last game and his players. It was painful to watch.
You know how much Bobby Cox cares.
What will he do this coming spring 2011? After 51 yrs .. 51 Straight Springs of Baseball.?
It will never be the same without Bobby Cox in the dugout. Not for The Skipper, Not for You, Not for Me.
All the best to Bobby and his wonderful wife, Pam.
They gave all of us .. So much of Their TIME. And We Are Very Grateful.
My Life Will Never Be The Same .. Thanks To Bobby Cox.
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The Meck Radio Show w/ Bobby Cox - 2007 Podcasts
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Bobby Cox Links from Oct 11, 2010 SF Giants 3 - Braves 2. Giants win NLDS
Bobby Cox: The Best Skipper Ever .. No, 6's Last Game.
I could hardly believe my eyes and my ears. No way. Bobby Cox would be in the dugout forever.
He is THE SKIPPER .. THE BEST.
I hear it really is true. He has really retired.
The Braves will miss him. The fans will miss him. Baseball will forever miss him.
It will never be the same without this wonderful man, Bobby Cox, as the leader of the Braves.
No more No. 6 sitting in the dugout, and of course the consistent lean against the dugout wall. That picture we've seen every nite in our living room for the last 20 yrs. No more of his nicknames, and loudly spoken words of encouragement as his players come to bat.
No more Mr Calm. No more Mr Like A Rock. No matter the score.
No More Mr Loyalty. Which gave him the all-time record for ejections. No more .. I've always got your back. Even if you're 0 for 22. Bobby Cox could find positive things to say about your swing.
He has done many wonderful things for so many players, so many people. I am one of those fortunate many.
He touched my life in many ways .. always encouraged me. He was the best listener.
He always had TIME for The Meck and anyone else.
When I sat by him many times in the dugout or in his office .. he would always make me laugh and smile.
He was Mr. Encourager. I let him know .. 'If I ever go to the electric chair .. I'd like to have my last meal with you.' He could make you feel good about anything.
Bobby Cox has the '2 essentials that meet in the middle to reach a goal.'
'Passion and Compassion.' Passion: what you do in life.
Compassion: Others .. Others .. Others.
He taught me by his example .. How to accept others .. Just as they are.
After all .. That's the way he accepted me .. and everyone else.
I'm still practicing that Bobby Cox lesson. Still got a few bases to go.
Bobby Cox, no doubt, has the Gift Of Greatness .. 'The Ability To Make Those Around You Feel Great.'
I didn't feel so great watching him at the press conference last nite.
It hurt him to talk about his last game and his players. It was painful to watch.
You know how much Bobby Cox cares.
What will he do this coming spring 2011? After 51 yrs .. 51 Straight Springs of Baseball.?
It will never be the same without Bobby Cox in the dugout. Not for The Skipper, Not for You, Not for Me.
All the best to Bobby and his wonderful wife, Pam.
They gave all of us .. So much of Their TIME. And We Are Very Grateful.
My Life Will Never Be The Same .. Thanks To Bobby Cox.
The Meck
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BRAVES, COX USHERED OUT BY GIANTS - BRAVES.COM
Monday, September 20, 2010
Tuesday, September 08, 2009
The Meck Report: Chief John White Warns Commissioners About Gary Griffin - 'Cost The City A Fortune'
The Meck Report - Tuesday - Sept. 8, 2009
"As an activist .. My aim is to right the many wrongs by shining light on darkness .. creating a social/and or political change."
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"As an activist .. My aim is to right the many wrongs by shining light on darkness .. creating a social/and or political change."
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From: John White
To: Paul Lee; Taylor Barbaree; John Craig; Keith Seagle
Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 8:41 PM
Subject: Fwd: Fw: Burning Q's by Chief John White That Deserve Swift and Truthful Answers.pdf (application/pdf Object)
Gentlemen,
If you support this racist (Gary Griffin) as the city's EEO officer, you will lose the moral and professional support of many city employees that were caused to expend thousands of dollars, me included, to protect ourselves from a witch-hunt investigation initiated by former police captain Jim Smith and furthered by Mr. Mike Tew and Mr. Gary Griffin, and for which, even after claims for reimbursement were properly submitted, these hard working employees never received a dime spent for their protection from "their" personnel board.
I apologize for the bluntness, but don't make this mistake. The man is not very bright and will cost the city a fortune. This comes from the police union lawyer that represents minority officers that will not be properly represented by this man.
If I may have a frank conversation with you, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank You for your service to our community!
Chief John C. White, Ret.
Attorney at Law
677-1000
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Burning Q's by Chief John White That Deserve Swift and Truthful Answers.
Burning Q's by Chief John White That Deserve Swift and Truthful Answers.
http://www.themeck.com/pdf/Burning%20Q%27s%20by%20Chief%20John%20White%20That%20Deserve%20Swift%20and%20Truthful%20Answers.pdf
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Chief John White's Press Release of May 6, 2004.
Chief John White's Press Release - May 6, 2004
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Chief John White's Press Release - May 6, 2004
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"The only things in the middle of the road are yellow lines and dead animals."
"The only things in the middle of the road are yellow lines and dead animals."
Sunday, November 30, 2008
The Meck Radio Show - Excerpts/Montage
The Meck Radio Show - Excerpts/Montage
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Wednesday, November 26, 2008
The Meck Report/Blog: Gov. Huckabee's National Book Tour Stops in Dothan Saturday 11/29
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The Meck Report/Blog: Gov. Huckabee's National Book Tour Stops in Dothan Saturday 11/29
My longtime friend, Gov. Mike Huckabee, will be in Dothan, Al.
this Saturday - Nov. 29th at Books A Million / Northside Mall - 8-9am
The former Governor of Arkansas and 2008 Presidential Candidate
will be signing his just-released book - "Do The Right Thing."
Gov. Huckabee won eight states [including Alabama] in the 2008 Republican Pres. Primaries.
He tallied over 4 million votes - plus finished with the second-most delegates.
No Doubt .. Gov. Huckabee and Gov. Bobby Jindal of La. are front-runners for the GOP Nomination in 2012.
I'm grateful to Gov. Huckabee for his visit to my hometown - Dothan - May 1st of this year.
He inspired us with a moving message and helped Mike and Sandy Schmitz
[and The Meck] raise 53 thousand dollars for The Wiregrass Children's Home.
Thanks to the wonderful and generous people of the Wiregrass who reached out and helped.
A special Thanks to Mike Schmitz for his passion and compassion
for others - especially The Wiregrass Children's Home.
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2008 - The Year of The Huck.
He almost won the Republican nomination - Now has his own TV show on Fox News.
Just signed with the ABC Radio Network for The Huckabee Report which starts Jan. 5th. [weekdays]
Plus his just-released book [Nov 18th] - Do The Right Thing and a National Book Tour.
I mentioned to Mike Schmitz .. Maybe I should ask Gov. Huckabee if he
needs a AAA Cooper truck to carry his deposits. I can always call Mack Dove.
What a Year - What a Future for Mike Huckabee .. From Hope.
At 53 .. His Future is so Bright .. He's Gotta Wear Shades.
I'm looking forward to seeing my friend who I worked with 30 yrs ago in Texas.
See you and Gov. Huckabee this Sat morn. [before God gets up] at
Books A Million / Northside Mall in Dothan - 8 Bells.
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Gov. Huckabee's National Book/Bus Tour stops in 56 cities in 17 days. [Help Me Rhonda]
Huck Tour stops near Dothan Al. include Panama City - Pensacola Fl. - Albany Ga. and Birmingham Al.
Hit the link below for a city near you. [hopefully]
Just wondering .. Who will Gov. Huckabee be pulling for on Saturday ?
Let's break it down: Feb. 5th .. Gov. Huckabee won Alabama by 4 -- 41% to 37%.
I remember letting him know that nite - He lost Lee County [Auburn] by 4
[38% - 34%] and won Tuscaloosa County by 14 [ 48% - 34%].
The answer could be in the details/the final numbers.
After further review .. I won't need to consult Christopher Columbus.
MeckJust wondering .. Who will Gov. Huckabee be pulling for on Saturday ?
Let's break it down: Feb. 5th .. Gov. Huckabee won Alabama by 4 -- 41% to 37%.
I remember letting him know that nite - He lost Lee County [Auburn] by 4
[38% - 34%] and won Tuscaloosa County by 14 [ 48% - 34%].
The answer could be in the details/the final numbers.
After further review .. I won't need to consult Christopher Columbus.
Filed by The Meck - Nov 26, 2008 - 1:24a / updated 7:54a
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Book Tour Info / Cities
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Huckabee teams with Schmitz to help children - Dothan Progress/Elaine Brackin
Huckabee challenges community to invest in children - Dothan Progress/Elaine Brackin
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A Visit w/ Mike Huckabee .. The Next President of The United States
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
The Meck Report/Blog: VOTING FOR OBAMA - Donald V. Watkins / Editor and Publisher - Voter News Network
VOTING FOR OBAMA
Donald V. Watkins
Editor and Publisher
© October 28, 2008
I voted for Barack Obama yesterday by absentee ballot. It was a surreal experience to finally cast my ballot for Obama for president.
I was a high school student in Montgomery, Alabama in the 1960s when the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 were enacted into law. As I filled out my ballot, I took a mental flight in history and reflected on my childhood experiences in Montgomery, with its segregated water fountains, restrooms, lunch counters, public schools, movie theatres, residential communities, and churches. It seemed unbelievable that 43 years after the Voting Rights Act, I was in the act of casting my ballot for Obama for president of the United States. I was taking an active role in a living miracle.
As I marked my ballot, I doubled checked it twice. I wanted to make no mistakes that would void my ballot--I vote in Florida and remember what happened to Al Gore in the 2000 presidential election. I needed my vote to count. After all, I was not casting a vote for a single-issue protest candidate. No, I was voting for the presidential candidate with an eight point lead in all of the national polls one week before Election Day. I was voting for the likely next president of the United States, and he is black.
Only in America could this real life story occur. The greatness of this country has always been embodied in its exercise of reasoned and mature political judgment. The better and more qualified candidate for president is likely to win, and he happens to be black. Obama’s victory will be attributed, in large part, to the millions of white voters who voted their economic interests over any latent fears of black people quietly peddled by Republicans operatives supporting John McCain. Even more impressive is the fact that Obama never renounced or belittle his racial heritage on the road to the White House.
Clarence Thomas, Thomas Sowell, and other blacks who are apparently consumed with self-hatred should take notice of Obama’s refreshing example of comfortability with his blackness. The Clarence Thomases of America must now realize they no longer have to renounce their blackness to be fully accepted by white America. Hopefully, the successful Obama campaign has freed them from their self-imposed racial inferiority complex.
When I mailed my ballot, I realized I had witnessed two pivotal moments in American history. I saw the majority of white Americans embrace and support the changes inspired by the Civil Rights movement lead by Martin Luther King, Jr. during the 1960s. Today, I am witnessing white America embrace and support the first true era of trans-racial national politics. In each case, reasoned political judgment triumphed over fear and hated. The first historic event was led by a preacher-leader. The second one is led by a truly inspiring and compassionate political leader.
When the votes are counted on Election Night, I believe Barack Obama will be the next president of the United States. Americans deserve his style and direction of leadership. He will not be the black president. He will be the global leader of the free world. Like Martin Luther King, Jr., Obama is the right man in the right place at the right time. He will restore America’s prestige among the community of nations. He will make all Americans of interracial goodwill very proud.
I thank God for allowing me the opportunity to see and participate in this pivotal moment in American history where the selection of its next presidential is based on the important issues of the day and each candidate’s position on these issues. Race has finally taken a back seat to reason and our national interests.
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Monday, October 20, 2008
The Meck Report / Blog: IT'S TIME: AMERICA NEEDS OBAMA - Donald V. Watkins / Editor and Publisher - Voter News Network - Oct 20, 2008
IT'S TIME: AMERICA NEEDS OBAMA
Donald V. Watkins
Editor and Publisher
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Saturday, September 27, 2008
The Meck Report / Blog: $700 Billion Bailout .. Open Letter to Senator Sessions from Donald V. Watkins - Sep. 27, 2008 - 9:23p
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From: Donald V. Watkins
Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2008 9:23 PM
Subject: Fwd: $700 Billion Bailout
FYI
From: Donald V. Watkins
To: rick_dearborn@sessions.Senate.gov
CC: aseawright@medicalplace.net, jarchibald@bhamnews.com
Sent: 9/27/2008 8:03:26 P.M. Central Daylight Time
Subj: $700 Billion Bailout
To: rick_dearborn@sessions.Senate.gov
CC: aseawright@medicalplace.net, jarchibald@bhamnews.com
Sent: 9/27/2008 8:03:26 P.M. Central Daylight Time
Subj: $700 Billion Bailout
Rick:
Please deliver this open letter to Senator Sessions.
Dear Senator Sessions:
I strongly oppose the proposed $700 billion bailout of Wall Street. I own and operate Alamerica Bank, a five-star rated bank in Birmingham. We achieved our Bauer Financial and Bankrate.com five-star ratings (which we have enjoyed for six consecutive quarters) by making prudent business decisions in a fiscally responsible way. For years, we have watched others in our industry play fast and loose with their lending practices in a reckless disregard for the consequences of their actions. They gambled and lost.
It is simply unfair and un-American to use taxpayers' money to bailout Wall Street CEOs who, whether motivated by greed or ignorance, ran their companies in the ground. What sacrifices or financial contributions are they offering to make to atone for their fiscal mismanagement? Why haven't we seen these disgraced CEOs appear before the Senate and House Banking Committees to explain the reckless conduct of their companies and plead for public forgiveness and assistance? Why are they being shielded from public view during this crisis? Are they forfeiting the extravagant salaries and bonuses paid them during the years when they were running their companies in the ground?
What lesson does a bailout send to all of the responsible five-star rated bankers who made lending decisions based upon traditional banking standards? If the bad bankers go the bailout heaven, why should the good bankers continue to work hard to be responsible stewards of their customers' money and shareholders' investment value?
Why is $700 billion in corporate welfare for irresponsible Wall Street bankers good for America? Which America is it good for? What's in this bailout deal for hard working middle class homeowners on Main Street who are struggling every day to pay their mortgages? It has to be something more than additional regulatory oversight and a moratorium on CEO bonuses going forward.
When has Congress dropped everything it was doing and rushed to bailout struggling taxpayers? Oh, I nearly forgot that many taxpayers recently received $300 checks from the U.S. Treasury to stimulate their personal financial situations. I do not want to seem ungrateful. but if they were lucky, these checks bought the average American three full tanks of premium gas with the money going straight back to foreign oil barons.
If Congress bails these failing Wall Street institutions out of this financial mess, does this legislative act of forgiveness constitute an effective criminal defense to the multitude of apparent Sarbanes-Oxley violations that had to occur within these companies to bring them to the brink of catastrophic failure? As the chief lawyer for the only Fortune 500 CEO in America who defeated federal prosecutors in a Sarbanes-Oxley financial fraud case, I believe it does.
Please do everything within your power to stop this taxpayer sponsored bailout. If Congress is going to fix the plumbing in the country's financial system, please flush the toilet first.
I am requesting that you share this email with Representative Spencer Baccus, the other members of the Alabama Congressional delegation, and any member of Congress who can help you stop this bailout. I have already expressed these sentiments to Senator Shelby's Office. Thanks.
Donald V. Watkins
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Monday, May 12, 2008
The Meck Report: Huckabee challenges community to invest in children - The Dothan Progress - May 8, 2008
THE DOTHAN PROGRESS - Thursday - May 8, 2008
Huckabee challenges community to invest in children
By Elaine Brackin
Progress Managing Editor
“I’m a pro-life person,” Huckabee said. “I’m against abortion. But, more than that, I am pro life. We are endowed by our Creator. He elevated us. We are not worth more or less than anyone else.”
“Life has value from the time it is conceived. Value doesn’t end at birth. We value, honor and celebrate a child’s worth.”
“Some parents in
“Lower taxes and less government are directly tied to the level of a society having social fabric,” Huckabee said.
“In Meckville, the social fabric has broken down,” Huckabee said. “Because of a few, we regulate everybody.
For more information about the Wiregrass Children's Home, visit www.WiregrassChildrensHome.com
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The Meck Report: Huckabee teams with Schmitz to help children - The Dothan Progress - May 1, 2008
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THE DOTHAN PROGRESS - Thursday - May 1, 2008
Huckabee teams with Schmitz to help children
By Elaine Brackin
That could easily be the marching orders for tonight’s gathering, headlined by former Republican presidential candidate Mike Huckbee, to benefit the Wiregrass Children’s Home.
“We will use this event to tell our story. Eighty-five percent of the funding for the Wiregrass Children’s Home comes from this community.”
“We want to take this opportunity to tell our community thank you for supporting this home.”
“It’s personal,” Schmitz said of his involvement with the Wiregrass Children’s Home. “I know what these kids go through. Fortunately, I was adopted into the right family.”
“It’s a Christian facility,” Schmitz said. “It affords the children the opportunity feel secure. They know they are prayed over to be put in the right place.
“This facility is a blessing. And, through the wonderful attitude and commitment of our community, we will stay open.”
The VIP Reception will be held from 5:15 p.m.-6:45 p.m. The cost is $250 per person and will include a photo made with Mike Huckabee plus a signed copy of his latest book, “From Hope to Higher Ground.”
For more information or tickets, call 334 794-6716.
All ticket sales are donated to Wiregrass Children’s Home.
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Thursday, April 10, 2008
MIKE HUCKABEE: Re His Upcoming Visit To Dothan - May 1, 2008
Statement:
“Mark Twain said that ‘everyone talks about the weather, but nobody ever does anything about it.’ The same could be said for giving children a better life—everyone talks about it, but nobody does anything about it. Well, that’s not true in Dothan, Alabama. People are doing something about it, and I am looking forward to saluting the generous and compassionate men and women in the Dothan area who are making a better life available for children through the Wiregrass Childrens Home when we gather on May 1. I’m especially looking forward to seeing Mike Schmitz, whose personal involvement in this effort is one of the reasons for its success. Dothan area people already had loving hearts and had proven their capacity for hard work, but Mike's leadership has brought out their best. May 1 will be a great night of inspiration and information. I’m looking forward to being there.”
Mike Huckabee
“Mark Twain said that ‘everyone talks about the weather, but nobody ever does anything about it.’ The same could be said for giving children a better life—everyone talks about it, but nobody does anything about it. Well, that’s not true in Dothan, Alabama. People are doing something about it, and I am looking forward to saluting the generous and compassionate men and women in the Dothan area who are making a better life available for children through the Wiregrass Childrens Home when we gather on May 1. I’m especially looking forward to seeing Mike Schmitz, whose personal involvement in this effort is one of the reasons for its success. Dothan area people already had loving hearts and had proven their capacity for hard work, but Mike's leadership has brought out their best. May 1 will be a great night of inspiration and information. I’m looking forward to being there.”
Mike Huckabee
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