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Parental Rights Amendment - House Joint Resolution 42. Support Now Before the U.N. Becomes the Parent to Our Children!

House Joint Resolution 42 is gaining serious momentum with 92 Congressional co-sponsors and counting!  Are you a parent?  It doesn't matter if you are a mother or a father here in the United States because all parents will lose the ability to parent their children if the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child is passed in the United States.  "Convention on the Rights of the Child" sounds so innocent and something that all might be fooled to support.  In reality this will strip your ability to parent your children and all in the United States must parent to the UN's demands.

Twenty Things All Parents Should Know About the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child

Why We Need the Parental Rights Amendment

Show support for the Parental Rights Amendment immediately by signing the petition now.

The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child is also a serious threat to our Second Amendment Rights of LEGAL gun ownership.  Read this article by Michael P. Ferris, J.D.on how the UNCRC will impact the rights of private gun ownership in America.  Gun Owners of America already is listed as a supporter of H.J. Res. 42, however sadly the NRA (National Rifle Association) is not currently listed as a supporter.  NRA members contact the NRA now and demand their support of H.J. Res. 42.

If your U.S. Representative is not on the list, please call or email them and urge them to become a sponsor of the Parental Rights Amendment (H.J. Res. 42).  Find your Representative and demand their support as a voter!

Please tell everyone you know about the Parental Rights Amendment and ask for their ACTIVE support.

Thank you Rep. Pete Hoekstra for showing leadership as lead sponsor of H.J. Res. 42.  Rep. Hoekstra is now running for Governorin the State of Michigan and should receive your support from all in the state of Michigan.

Parental Rights in DANGER

 

Rep. Pete Hoekstra on the Parental Rights Amendment

House Joint Resolution 42 - Actual document

Depeche Mode's "Sounds of the Universe" Album On Sale Now In The US

Depeche Mode fans celebrate - the much anticipated 12th studio album by Depeche Mode is now on sale in the United States!  "Sounds of the Universe" has already received much praise by all the musical pundits such as:

1)  Entertainment Weekly - B+

2)  USA Today- "...have enjoyed a level of enduring interest in their music matched by few bands. Their international sales exceed $100 million, and they have been cited by artists ranging from The Killers to Nine Inch Nails — and covered by Coldplay and Johnny Cash, to name two."

3)  BBC - "...Sounds Of The Universe easily rises above the pretenders."

4)  Newsday - A-  "Depeche Mode has returned to its roots with impressive results."

The truth is that Depeche Mode fans and the band themselves truly stopped caring about what the pundits said quite a long time ago!  No positive review could ever capture the meaning of Depeche Mode and their music to their devoted fan base.

Amazon.com has Depeche Mode's album already ranked at #7 overall in sales the night before its release which is quite incredible.  There are numerous versions of this album:

1)  Sounds of the Universe CD

2)  Sounds of the Universe CD + DVD

3)  Sounds of the UniverseDeluxe Box Set = 3 Cds, DVD, 2 books and more!

4)  Sounds of the Universe2LPs + CD

There is already a ton of underground buzz about the song "Peace" which has Dave Gahan and Martin Gore sharing vocals - this is a MUST listen song on the album.

Below is proof that Depeche Mode still reigns supreme - the bands current hit single, on the Sounds of the Universe album, titled "Wrong"
 

Depeche Mode's Sounds of the Universe Deluxe Box Set: Pre-order Now on Amazon.com

Die hard Depeche Mode fans delight!  Depeche Mode's Sounds of the Universe Deluxe Box Set is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com. 

This incredible box set will be loaded for Depeche Mode fans excited about the upcoming release of Depeche Mode's 12th studio album Sounds of the Universe. 

Other versions for the less devoted Depeche Mode fans are:  1) the Deluxe version of Depeche Mode's Sounds of the Universe which includes a DVD 2) Regular version of Depeche Mode's Sounds of the Universe album.

Below is a video of Depeche Mode in the studio working on "Come Back" one of the many hot singles on this album.  Incredible!

Of course everyone was blown away by Depeche Mode's live performance at the Echo Awards:

Protein Wisdom, A Very Popular News Blog, Covers Documentary "Support? System Down"

Obviously we are thrilled that Protein Wisdom decided to post an article about the upcoming documentary "Support?  System Down"!  Thousands of Protein Wisdom's readers will be exposed to the brutal family court system here in America and how it is clearly profit driven under Title IV-D.

If you do not read Protein Wisdom on a daily basis you should visit a few days in a row and you will be hooked.  It is witty, funny, informative and the topics are numerous enough to capture your attention.  Really - you just have to admire the writing at Protein Wisdom!

If you don't think family courts are profit driven and make horrible decisions regarding our children just watch this:

BE SURE TO BUY A COPY OF THE SNEAK PEEK FOR SUPPORT? SYSTEM DOWN. YOU WILL RECEIVE ADDITIONAL MONEY OFF WHEN THE FINAL CUT IS LAUNCHED. ENTER childright FOR AN ADDITIONAL $2.00 OFF.

Depeche Mode - The Official Music Video "Wrong" From The Upcoming Album "Sounds of the Universe"

What happens to the guy in this Depeche Mode video below is definitely wrong! 

Be sure to check out Depeche Mode playing the single "Wrong" to a massive audience in Berlin Germany.  This is a must see video. 

Depeche Mode fans can already pre-order Sounds of the Universe on Amazon.com - be sure to check out the deluxe album as well!

AND - For the diehard Depeche Mode fan a must buy is Depeche Mode's Sounds of the Universe Deluxe Box Set which is LOADED with Depeche Mode delight!

"Support? System Down" - Documentary to Expose Corruption in America's Family Courts. Ron Paul Activists Must Read!

Government has come into our homes and taken control of our families.  Worst yet the government has attacked the liberty interests of parents in the "care, custody, and control of their children." 

Angelo Lobo, director/producer of Support? System Down, has experienced this first-hand and describes this as a basic human rights issue and an attack on liberties provided by the Constitution!

Defenders of the Constitution, Libertarians, Ron Paul and Campaign for Liberty activists - PLEASE READ CLOSELY!

Ron Paul and Campaign for Liberty activists should be all over this one!!  The first step in destroying a liberty based society is to weaken the family unit.      Read Common Sense Revisited and you will understand my point better.   

I am surprised that the Ron Paul and Campaign for Liberty folks have not picked up on how POWERFUL it would be to point out that the systematic attack on the American family is step one in reducing liberties in a free society.  Let's just hope they see this post and incorporate this in their messaging.

Justice O'Connor, speaking for the Court in Troxel v. Granville, 527 U.S. 1069 (1999):

"The Fourteenth Amendment provides that no State shall 'deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of the law.' We have long recognized that the Amendment's Due Process Clause like its Fifth Amendment counterpart, 'guarantees more than fair process.' The Clause includes a substantive component that 'provides heightened protection against governmental interference with certain fundamental rights and liberty interest" and "the liberty interest of parents in the care, custody, and control of their children-is perhaps the oldest of the fundamental liberty interest recognized by this Court."

One of the best tools to expose the corruption of America's family courts and the attack on the American family is an upcoming documentary titled "Support?  System Down.  Most educated people are not aware of the fact that family courts PROFIT by creating a non-custodial parent after a divorce.  They also profit by setting child support at the highest possible level; even if it destroys the non-custodial parent.  Learn the shocking truth of Title IV-D and how the profit-motivated family court systems are attacking our fundamental liberties, our families and the constitution. 

Support?  System Down is a high quality, shocking documentary which outlines the attack on families, liberties, and the Constitution.  Please review the incredible quality of this movie by viewing the four trailers .  My personal favorites are "It's About The Kids" and "Corruption".

Ron Paul, Campaign for Liberty, Equal Parenting and Family Court Reform activists should place their support behind this powerful documentary.  The Director/Producer of Support?  System Down needs to raise additional funds to mass produce the final cut on DVD. 

This can only by done by: 

1) Buying the Sneak Peek DVD or an awesome looking T-Shirt

2) Making a donation at the documentary's website. 

By helping in these two ways, you can help bring this documentary movie onto a mass produced DVD.  It is vital to get this message out to the public and Support?  System Down is a powerful way to do just that.

Buy the Sneak Peek DVD now and be sure to enter the code childright at checkout for two dollars off!  Mail a copy to your elected officials, a judge, a child custody caseworker, your local child support office, etc.

**Ron Paul, Equal Parenting, Campaign for Liberty and Family Court Reform activists please forward this blog post to all that you know.  Even better -  blog about Support?  System Down and link to this post with the two dollars off code**

 

 

 

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Should Ron Paul Run for President in 2012? In 11 Days 6,337 Responded!

In the 2008 election primaries, Ron Paul was treated like a red headed step-child by other Republicans.  Perhaps mainstream Republicans still haven't gotten a picture yet - RON PAUL AND HIS SUPPORTERS WILL BE A FORCE TO RECKON WITH IN 2012!  Looking back Ron Paul was correct on so many issues we are facing this very moment. 

In 11 days 6,337 people voted in an online poll with the question being should Ron Paul run as President in 2012?  93% said yes!  However, what is most impressive is the sheer number of people that voted in this online poll AND the 348 people that commented as well.

View Poll Results

Just in case you missed it - Ron Paul on HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher

Be sure to join the growing Campaign for Liberty

Depeche Mode Sounds of the Universe

Depeche Mode is back once again with their 12th studio album titled Sounds of the Universe!  Depeche Mode recently announced several US tour dates with hopefully more to come.  

My wife and I saw Depeche Mode on their US tour for Playing with Angels and it was quite incredible.  We saw Depeche Mode play two nights in a row and both concerts we lucked out and had front row seats - it is certainly a night we will never forget. 

Depeche Mode fans can pre-order the album at Amazon.com and there are several versions for purchase.  Be sure to also check out Depeche Mode's deluxe version of Sounds of the Universe.  The Depeche Mode Sounds of the Universe Deluxe Box Set is a Depeche Mode fan's dream come true!

Further details on Depeche Mode's Sounds of the Universe can be found on Depeche Mode's official website.  If you have not heard Depeche Mode or perhaps listened to them a long time ago you should revisit this band because they have only gotten better with time!  See below for proof!

 

Listen/watch Depeche Mode's first single Wrong below:

America During Economic Collapse - Entertainment Via george4title on Youtube

George4title on Youtube is an excellent channel on youtube covering America's current economic crisis.  The videos are educational, entertaining and very popular. 

DaddyBlogger.com recommends that all readers check out several of george4title's videos on youtube.com.  Below is a rather etertaining and futuristic look at America's collapse:

Michigan Republican Precinct Delegates - Please Support Jack Hoogendyk for Republican Party Chair

Michigan Republicans were placed on life support after the 2008 November election.  The losses were BEYOND significant.  This wave of party destruction could change significantly if Michigan Republican Precinct Delegates support Jack Hoogendyk for Republican Party Chairman.

Many Republicans at both the state and federal level feel that they no longer have a party to call home.  Ron Paul Republicans look at the Republican Party and wonder how the train wreck occurred over and over again to the core principles that the Republican Party once stood for.

Don't dismiss the significance of Ron Paul Republicans in Michigan!  Ron Paul received 54,475 votes even beating media darlings Fred Thompson and Rudy Giuilani.  In fact, ALMOST beating them both in combined votes.  The Michigan Ron Paul Republicans numbers have further increased since the launch of Campaign for Liberty in Michigan and across the country.  Keep in mind that many NEW Republicans joined the party just to vote for Ron Paul. 

There are growing reports of MANY Ron Paul supporting Republican Precinct Delegates making the decision to support Jack Hoogendyk for Party Chair in Michigan.  This is excellent news and I would ask for their continued support of Jack Hoogendyk.

In comes Jack...

Jack Hoogendyk will truly help unite a Michigan Republican Party.  Jack will  draw support of Republicans across the political spectrum and create the positive change needed for victory in Michigan.  If you review Jack's voting record it will become clear that he will bring the Michigan Republican Party back to it's core conservative principles, which is precisely how success will begin.

I also strongly believe that Jack Hoogendyk will create the same type of passion and excitement that Ron Paul did for this party.  People loved voting for Jack Hoogendyk as state representative because he was not "wishy-washy" or a Republican in name only (RHINO).  You knew where he stands and where he will take this party. 

For example, Jack Hoogendyk was a strong supporter of Michigan House Bill 4564 and did not waiver on his support of equal parenting for fit and willing parents.  To hear Jack speak about HB4564 was truly an exciting experience - his message was simple - to NOT support equal parenting for fit and willing parents is wrong for BOTH parents - BUT MOST OF ALL WRONG FOR THE CHILDREN.  Zero wavering - his position clearly defined in a way anyone could understand.

This is really what Michigan Republicans need to win big once again.  All to often, you hear people state that it is becoming difficult to differentiate between Republicans and Democrats in Michigan. 

So Michigan Republican Precinct Delegates I urge you to support Jack Hoogendyk for Michigan Republican Party Chair.  Visit Jack Hoogendyk's website and voice your support.  Be sure to also visit his blog Core Principles which has been excellent to date.

Let Jack Hoogendyk bring ALL Michigan Republicans together to create passion, excitement and most of all VICTORY!  The economy in Michigan will most likely become even more challenging than it is currently.  EVERY REPUBLICAN needs to understand the changes needed to connect with voters.  These changes and core values are clearly defined in this youtube video.  This is a must see video all the way to the end.  I pray that Michigan Republicans will support Jack Hoogendyk and also LEARN from the wisdom of Ron Paul as documented in the above video.

Republicans / GOP - Can You Hear This?? Ron Paul Was Correct!

This is easily one of the best youtube videos I have seen in some time.  The Republican Party REFUSED to truly listen to Ron Paul Republicans.  At every turn they tried to block Ron Paul's access, During debates they made jabs at him to make him seem incompetent.

SADLY, the Republican Party did not listen.  In fact, even after the election in a special Republican Party GOP meeting, to essentially move forward after a horrible loss, - Ron Paul was not invited!

Ron Paul was correct and this is a HUGE "told you so moment"!  Again will Republicans learn from their mistakes?  Many die-hard Republicans are having a difficult time seeing the difference between Republicans and Democrats right now.  Listen now Republicans before the economy collapses in 2009-10 and rolls into a Great Depression.  Laugh now, make jokes, deny again - Ron Paul Republicans pray that there will never be another "we told you so moment".

This video is INCREDIBLE.  It starts out slow and then WOW!  Michelle Malkin, Sean Hannity, and many news reporters really look like fools when you compare the time-line (Before and After) in this video. 

Many believe Ron Paul Republicans were just a craze phase and will disappear.  GOP if you still think this you will once again lose election after election.  While the GOP is still talking Reagan they should have been listening to Ron Paul.  Educate yourself and join the Campaign for Liberty now!

Ford Clubs American Taxpayers Over The Head. Perhaps They Should Ask Mexico For The Bailout?

Contact your U.S. Senator ASAP and tell them NO to the U.S. auto bailout.  The auto bailout has already passed in the House.

American taxpayers are told that we should support the auto industry bailout with our tax dollars.  Why the hell should we?  The Big 3 are investing more (new investments) in other countries than in the U.S.  And how was NAFTA good for us?  Congress also wants a federal automaker czar to oversee the auto companies.  Sounds like communism to me!

Does this make sense to you?  Your tax dollars will be used to bailout POORLY managed companies. Why should incompetence be rewarded with OUR tax dollars?  I bet that no part of the bailout includes firing the current CEO's and replacing them!  The executives still get to keep their massive bonuses at the end of this deal is my guess.  This bailout sounds more and more like the Wall Street bailout - benefiting only a select few!

Why should AMERICAN tax dollars be used to bailout companies which are investing more in foreign countries than here at home?

One example - Ford is asking for a bailout with AMERICAN tax dollars when they are cutting 30,000 jobs in America, while hiring over 150,000 more workers in Mexico.  Ford wants a bailout with AMERICAN tax dollars and they announced in 2006 a 9.2 BILLION dollar investment in Mexico.  Thus, 15% or 1 in 7 of all unemployed people in Mexico will soon become employed by Ford.  This is 3 Billion of the 9.2 Billion.

Are we bailing out the Ford Motor Company which spent close to a Billion dollars to purchase a Romanian car company in 2007?  Didn't Ford Motor Company just spend 500 million dollars to expand one of their plants in Thailand?  Isn't this the Ford Motor Company that recently invested roughly 28 million dollars in a new research and engineering center in China?  And 375 million dollars in Turkey?

As Dave Gibson wrote "Ford should ask Mexico for a handout"

So do you REALLY think that this bailout will help Americans?  Perhaps you should take a look at the future as presented by Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur.  While watching this ask yourself who this bailout is REALLY benefiting and whether or not NAFTA has hurt the American worker.

So what is Ron Paul's take on the auto bailout?

WAKE UP AMERICANS!  You and your children will be forced to pay taxes on a rising national debt.  Contact your U.S. Senator IMMEDIATELY and tell them NO on the U.S. auto bailout!  There are reports that the U.S. Senate will be an uphill battle for the U.S. auto bailout.

Americans Should Be Furious! Thirty Reasons Why The Second Great Depression Is Coming

30 Reasons why we are headed towards a great depression

Source:  Paul B. Farrell

1.  America's credit rating may soon be downgraded below AAA
2.  Fed refusal to disclose $2 trillion loans, now the new "shadow banking system"
3.  Congress has no oversight of $700 billion, and Paulson's Wall Street Trojan Horse
4.  King Henry Paulson flip-flops on plan to buy toxic bank assets, confusing markets
5.  Goldman, Morgan lost tens of billions, but planning over $13 billion in bonuses this year
6.  AIG bails big banks out of $150 billion in credit swaps, protects shareholders before taxpayers
7.  American Express joins Goldman, Morgan as bank holding firms, looking for Fed money
8.  Treasury sneaks corporate tax credits into bailout giveaway, shifts costs to states
9.  State revenues down, taxes and debt up; hiring, spending, borrowing add even more debt
10. State, municipal, corporate pensions lost hundreds of billions on derivative swaps
11. Hedge funds: 610 in 1990, almost 10,000 now. Returns down 15%, liquidations up
12. Consumer debt way up, now at $2.5 trillion; next area for credit meltdowns
13. Fed also plans to provide billions to $3.6 trillion money-market fund industry
14. Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae are bleeding cash, want to tap taxpayer dollars
15. Washington manipulating data: War not $600 billion but estimates actually $3 trillion
16. Hidden costs of $700 billion bailout are likely $5 trillion; plus $1 trillion Street write-offs
17. Commodities down, resource exporters and currencies dropping, triggering a global meltdown
18. Big three automakers near bankruptcy; unions, workers, retirees will suffer
19. Corporate bond market, both junk and top-rated, slumps more than 25%
20. Retailers bankrupt: Circuit City, Sharper Image, Mervyns; mall sales in free fall
21. Unemployment heading toward 8% plus; more 1930's photos of soup lines
22. Government policy is dictated by 42,000 myopic, highly paid, greedy lobbyists
23. China's sees GDP growth drop, crates $586 billion stimulus; deflation is now global, hitting even Dubai
24. Despite global recession, U.S. trade deficit continues, now at $650 billion
25. The 800-pound gorillas: Social Security, Medicare with $60 trillion in unfunded liabilities
26. Now 46 million uninsured as medical, drug costs explode
27. New-New Deal: U.S. planning billions for infrastructure, adding to unsustainable debt
28. Outgoing leaders handicapping new administration with huge liabilities
29. The "antitaxes" message is a new bubble, a new version of the American dream offering a free lunch, no sacrifices, exposing us to more false promises

Will the next meltdown, the third of the 21st Century, trigger a second Great Depression? Or will the 2007-08 crisis simply morph into a painful extension of today's mess to 2011 and beyond, with no new bull market, no economic recovery as our new president hopes?

Perhaps some of the first 29 problems may be solved separately, but collectively, after building on a failed ideology, they spell disaster.

So listen closely to "leading indicator" No. 30:

At a recent Reuters Global Finance Summit former Goldman Sachs chairman John Whitehead was interviewed. He was also Ronald Reagan's Deputy Secretary of State and a former chairman of the N.Y. Fed. He says America's problems will take years and will burn trillions.

He sees "nothing but large increases in the deficit ... I think it would be worse than the depression. ... Before I go to sleep at night, I wonder if tomorrow is the day Moody's and S&P will announce a downgrade of U.S. government bonds." It'll get worse because "the public is not prepared to increase taxes. Both parties were for reducing taxes, reducing income to government, and both parties favored a number of new programs, all very costly and all done by the government."

Reuters concludes: "Whitehead said he is speaking out on this topic because he is concerned no lawmakers are against these new spending programs and none will stand up and call for higher taxes. 'I just want to get people thinking about this, and to realize this is a road to disaster,' said Whitehead. 'I've always been a positive person and optimistic, but I don't see a solution here.'"

We see the Great Depression 2. Why? Wall Street's self-interested greed. They are their own worst enemy ... and America's too.

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As Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur states:

"The people of the United States had better WAKE UP!"

Listen (click link above) to how she explains America will look in the near future and who is at fault!! 

Thank you Congresswoman Kaptur for speaking out when many of our elected officials lack the courage to do so.

 

Dorothy Womble and William Hague survived the Great Depression. They share their stories of living during that time as children.

Man Travels by Foot from Michigan to Washington, D.C in Support of the U.S. Constitution

That is correct BY FOOT! 

Michigan man to walk from Spring Lake Michigan to Washington, D.C. in support of the U.S. Constitution. 

Spread the word on this one - it will be interesting to follow all the way to Washington, D.C. where his hunger strike will apparently begin. 

Find out how you can make sure he eats once again upon his arrival in Washington, D.C.!

Video Introduction of Walk4Redress

Walk4Redress Website

Could some of his concerns be:

The US is insolvent

San Francisco Chronicle – Concern over FEMA camps going up in every state

CNN Show talks openly about upcoming martial law in the U.S.

Glenn Beck – America headed for a breakup?

Feds Train Clergy to Quell Dissent During Martial Law

In 2007 an act was passed in violation of the Posse Comitatus Act.  Yes, this portion of the act was repealed, but the President attached a signing statement.

The federal government can now control our states national guard troops because Congress changed the Insurrection Act of 1807.  This can be done WITHOUT THE GOVERNOR'S APPROVAL.

THIS is a must see youtube video

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End the Federal Reserve Rally Draws Thousands Nationwide. Ron Paul speaks in Houston

  Excellent summary of the "End the Fed" Rally written by Don Rasmussen. 

You can also visit the main "End the Fed" website and watch several youtube videos.  The first video starts with Alex Jones on the loudspeaker.

Have you joined the Campaign for Liberty yet?

Below is part one of a youtube video of Ron Paul speaking at the Houston Rally for End the Fed.  Beware of the Amero!

American Taxpayers Screwed To The Tune of 7.4 TRILLION Dollars

Update:  Citigroup bailout inked yet leaves top executives in place

Fireproof The Movie - Must See Movie for Couples - Stay Out of Family Court

Truly one of the best films we have seen in some time! MUST SEE! Fireproof The Movie is an excellent film about a couple struggling with the possibility of divorce. An inspirational film for all couples to see.

Fireproof your marriage and stay out of the hell known as family court. An excellent point on this movie - it does NOT place blame on just men like so many mainstream movies, it truly does review both sides husband and wife.

One of the greatest threats to marriages that this movie fails to point out is Title IV-D.  However, it makes sense that this was not mentioned because the couple in the story do not have children.

Fireproof - The Movie has already made movie history. Only five times before Fireproof came along had a movie been made on a budget of $500,000 and grossed over $30 million! Proof that Hollywood is missing a serious niche that audiences are demanding.

EXCELLENT film - See it NOW before it leaves the theaters. Below you can click on various tabs to learn more about the movie Fireproof. Be sure to click on "Watch Trailer" below. If you have seen this movie please comment below and tell our readers what you thought of it.

Ron Paul on the 2008 post-election results for Republicans and Democrats

Ron Paul's analysis on the November 2008 election results.  On CNN 11/06/08. 

PLEASE be sure to visit Ron Paul's Campaign for Liberty and to also educate yourself on The Revolution - super cheap on Amazon.com.

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Citizen Cope - The Best Kept Secret in Music Today

- BUT NOT FOR LONG!

Citizen Cope may be the best kept secret in music today, however we don't expect this secret to last for long.  Citizen Cope is by far the most original music out in the music scene, which is driving strongly devoted fans to his sold out concerts.  Radio stations seem to scratch their heads in confusion because they just don't know how to classify Citizen Cope's music.  But the fans do!

While radio station managers continue being confused and miss out on all the fun; Citizen Cope has aggressively toured the U.S. bringing new fans in by the droves.  Not just "music fans"!  But "Cope fans" dedicated to this amazing music with an intensity that tells you Citizen Cope will very soon no longer be a cool secret among original music lovers.

Last year I spoke with several Citizen Cope fans at a concert and they seemed conflicted in a way that shows their true devotion.  Citizen Cope is their musical secret which they dread mainstream music executives eventual attempts at diluting such original music.  On the other hand, they have a sense of appreciation for the hard work and amazing talent that Citizen Cope places not only in the music but also for genuine appreciation of the fans - SO they want Cope to break out big!

Citizen Cope's prior record labels seemed almost clueless at promoting his music/albums.  Radio station managers and record labels execs may be confused as if they sniffed too much glue as a child, but one thing is for sure Citizen Cope's fans are not in any way confused about the this incredible talent.

Experiencing a Citizen Cope concert is like no other!  If it is your first time you will find yourself looking around at the crowd amazed by the number of fans singing WORD FOR WORD on every single song.  You will be literally stunned as Citizen Cope, also known as Clarence Greenwood, weaves different genres of music together in a way that is both pleasing and hard to believe that it can actually be pulled off.  Is it Rock, Rap, Jazz, Blues, Folk or Reggae that you are hearing?

Nope!  It's just music's best kept secret - Citizen Cope!

The ultimate in music pleasure is hearing Citizen Cope and Alice Smith sing together on stage at a concert.  Who is Alice Smith?  Now come on - we can't give away all of our musical secrets!  OK we will share one more.

Citizen Cope just launched a new website and is currently on tour doing an acoustic solo performance throughout the U.S.  Citizen Cope has a brand new acoustic album that will coming out in December just in time for the holidays.

Be sure to check out Citizen Cope's other albums until then:

Citizen Cope 2002

The Clarence Greenwood Recordings 2004

Every Waking Moment 2006

Anyone know how to get his first demo tape, released in the late 1990's under the name of "Cope Citizen"?

Be sure to also check out these two youtube videos of Citizen Cope:

Back Together and Let the Drummer Kick

If you are a MySpace fan you might want to also join the 100,000 fans of Citizen Cope.

Fathers4Justice visit Ohio Governor requesting an investigation into family court corruption and gender bias.

Members of Fathers4Justice in Ohio visit their statehouse requesting an investigation into family court corruption and gender bias. This is something that needs to occur nationwide!

Joint custody awarded to same-sex partner

"To discriminate further against Ms. Kulstad because of her sexual preference in this day and age is no different than telling a person to go to the back of the bus because of her skin color," Judge Ed McLean wrote.

Why are fathers still being told to get in the back of the bus when it comes to child custody determinations?  According to Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Ph.D., author of Taken Into Custody, roughly 80% of sole custody awards are given to mothers nationwide.  When will the gender bias in America's family courts end?

More on this story can be found at Jeanne M. Hannah's excellent blog titled, "Updates in Michigan Family Law"

More on Joint custody awarded to same-sex partner

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Be sure to review "Shared Parenting:  Facts and Fiction" by Dr. Linda Nielsen - Professor of Women's Studies Wake Forest University.

Tell others about the documentary on America's family court systems, "Support?  System Down" is making waves all across the U.S.

Thanks for reading DaddyBlogger.com

Angela

Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Ph.D. Speaks About the 2008 Presidential Election and the impact on Families and Fatherhood

Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Ph.D., author of Taken Into Custody, was in Okemos Michigan recently and spoke at the Battle of Ideas which is produced by John Mangopoulos.  John produces an incredible show!

In the video below Murray B. Davis, President of the National Family Justice Association, asks a question to Dr. Stephen Baskerville about the 2008 Presidential Election and the potential effects on families.  Keep this in mind about Barack Obama, which is not mentioned in the video below.  Barack Obama is the main sponsor for the Responsible Fatherhood Act and the contents of this bill makes it clear that Barack Obama is not good for fathers in America.  In this bill he mentions child support 65 times, but NOT ONCE does he mention parenting time, custody, visitation, or access denial.  There is much more to being a father than just paying your child support!  All this bill does is further stereotype all fathers as deadbeats.  Phyllis Schlafly discusses this.  Honestly, I am not thrilled over either one of our choices this year for President.

If you have not purchased a copy of Taken Into Custody, please do so now and you will have something eye-opening to read.  This is one of the best researched books I have read in a long time and includes over 47 pages of research reference notes.  Here is the Amazon.com description of Taken Into Custody:

Why is the American family in crisis? Taken Into Custody argues that the most direct cause is the divorce industry: a government-run system that tears apart families, separates children from fit and loving parents, confiscates the wealth of families, and turns law-abiding citizens into criminals in ways they are powerless to avoid.

Taken Into Custody explores:

Why the "deadbeat dad" is not only a myth but a hoax, the creation of government officials and lawyers who plunder parents whose children they have taken away.

How hysterical propaganda about domestic violence is destroying families, endangering children, and making criminals of innocent parents.

The real causes of child abuse and how the abuse industry willfully ignores them
What drives the rash of "parental kidnappings".

How family courts operate as if there is no Bill of Rights, denying parents their constitutional legal protections

Taken Into Custody exposes the greatest and most destructive civil rights abuse in America today. Family courts and Soviet-style bureaucracies trample basic civil liberties, entering homes uninvited and taking away people's children at will, then throwing the parents into jail without any form of due process, much less a trial. No parent, no child, no family in America is safe.

Fathers4Justice Duo on 100 Feet Tall Crane Educate 100,000 People During Football Game

Fathers4Justice Duo climb boom crane in front of 100,000 Ohio State and Minnisota football fans. Hanging is a 40 foot banner that was hauled up the crane in the middle of the night without incedent.
The mobile police headquarters was unknowing set up under the crane while the superheros hid on a platform to wait until the crowd below grew from large to huge.

Minister Ronald Smith Has Passed - Parental Rights Legend

A tragedy.  A shock.  Extremely sad news for all who knew this special man.  Minister Ron Smith was one of the best friends I have ever known.  Minister Ronald Smith passed away on Friday September 5, 2008 from a heart attack.  I am still very shook up from this news and will let our readers know more as soon as I get it.  He was such an incredible man and just recently brought the 2008 Million Man March to Michigan.  Minister Ronald Smith was also the founder of the National Fatherhood Summit and was one of the co-founders of the Family Preservation Festival.  Minister Ronald Smith was co-author of the book Cheated.  Minister Ronald Smith was the CEO of Children Need Both Parents, Inc.   Most of all Minister Ronald Smith was an amazing father and husband!

Minister Ronald Smith was actively involved with Michigan House Bill 4564 (shared parenting) and Michigan House Joint Resolution NN (2008) (Parental Rights)

My thoughts are with Ron and his family right now.

Below is a very well known video of Minister Ronald Smith. Incredible speech which I had the pleasure of filming and watching live in Iowa.

God Bless Ron - We ALL love you!  "My brother from another mother"

Robert Pedersen

(Readers can comment in memory/honor of Minister Ronald Smith at the bottom of this page)

From the Family of Minister Ronald Smith

Your Brother in Christ Minister Ronald Smith called Home to be with Yahweh

It is with a heavy heart, and deep sympathy, that I announce to you today that Minister Ronald Smith was called home to be with the Lord. Minister Smith passed away from an apparent heart attack on September 5, 2008.

We are currently making arrangements and would ask you to stand by for further communications with regards to a memorial.

Children Need Both Parents mourns the loss of it's founder and CEO. We praise God that Minister Smith finished all that God charged him with, and is re-united in Heaven with his son Richmond. We vow to press on with the vision God gave him. Everyone here appreciates your love and support through this most difficult of times.

May God continue to shine upon you.

Minister Ronald Smith believed in a proper accounting of God's resources. In our efforts to honor his memory, and honor his principles of stewardship, we humbly request that donations be sent in lieu of flowers. This will enable us to more effectively continue the work God began in him.

Official Announcement from Ronald Smith’s wife, Sherry Shabazz Smith:

Please be advised that there will be two services for Ronald Smith.

Many of you know that Ronald Smith passed away on Friday September 5, 2008.  Thank you for your kind thoughts, considerations  and prayers at this time.

The first service is coordinated by Ron’s sister and mother.  Ronald will be laid to rest in Chicago.  The wake and funeral specifics are listed below.

Minister Ronald. Elijah Smith
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Woodlawn Union Baptist Church
6359 S. Eberhart
Chicago, IL 60637
10:00 -11:00 visitation
11:00 - 12:00 funeral

The second service is a Celebration Of Ronald Smith And His Life. 

This celebration is coordinated by Sherry and will be held on Wednesday September 17, 2008  at 6:00 pm at the:   

Abundant Life Ministries
1725 Division SE
Grand Rapids
Michigan
616-301-2325.

Sherry asks that NO cut flowers be sent.  Live plants are welcome. Most importantly Sherry has asked that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Children Need Both Parents, Inc.  Ronald did not have medical insurance nor did he have any life insurance.  Again,  Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.

2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek Cyclists Recognized at the DC Festival 2008

Excellent video captured by Bill Gibbons of PA FACE. 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek cyclists recognized at the DC Festival 2008. For updates on the Equal Parenting Bike Trek please visit Cycling4Children.com. Congrats to all four cyclists!

Michigan Judicial Candidate Brian Downs, Esq. Explains Why Michigan Needs Equal Parenting

With a sense of sarcasm Brian Downs, a Michigan Judicial Candidate, does an excellent job explaining to an audience why Michigan needs Equal Parenting.  You will be amazed when you see how dramatically child custody determinations vary by county.  Michigan children deserve better!   Benefits of equal parenting for children.

If you support equal parenting please make a donation to his campaign at http://www.downs4judge.com/

Youtube video of Minister Ronald Smith. MUST SEE. How states profit by making a non-custodial parent.

One of the most moving videos we have seen in the Equal Parenting/Family Preservation movement.  Spread the word.  Minister Ronald Smith of Children Need Both Parents, Inc.

See the Equal Parenting Bike Trek Cyclists Receive Recognition at the DC Festival 2008

Cyclists Receive Recognition at the DC Festival 2008

Equal Parenting Bike Trek Departure

2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek departure from Lansing Michigan.

Please be sure to attend the DC Festival 2008.

Visit Cycling4Children.com for more updates on the Equal Parenting Bike Trek.

2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek Main Page

View Even More Videos from the Equal Parenting Bike Trek 2007/2008

DC Festival 2008 Continues Under the Leadership of Lary Holland and Numerous Organizations

We are proud of the efforts of Lary Holland and numerous other organizations sending a message to the ACFC that this event will continue!  We applaud this courageous effort to make sure that the voices of those concerned over the right to parent and excessive government intrusion will not go unheard.

If you are an individual or organization we ask that you send a letter of support to Lary Holland and the DC Festival 2008 Team at [email protected].  A growing number of organizations have already signed on in support of this important effort!  Make your support known now by sending your letter of support. 

Press Release

When and Where?

Why should you support this effort, attend it and encourage others to attend as well?

Shocking Documentary on Family Courts in America

Support?  System Down is making its premiere this evening in California.  The intention of the filmmaker is to bring this film to other states including Michigan.  A Child's Right and Cycling4Children are both official sponsors of this documentary.

This documentary is truly shocking and will put you through an emotional rollercoaster.  According to the film’s website, “Support? explores the fundamental flaws in America’s Family Courts regarding the Divorce and Child Support System. The film explores the problems through over 38 interviews with both custodial and non-custodial parents and the attorneys, judges and county employees on both sides of the paradigm.”

View all four shocking trailers:

Corruption

It’s About The Kids

Divorce is Ugly Business

Military Soldiers Caught in the Crossfire of the Family Court Systems

The four trailers will show you the high quality of this film. We will most certainly keep our readers informed of the upcoming release in Michigan as soon as I receive a date. If you live near the showing in California be sure to purchase tickets now!

Michigan House Bill 4564 - Michigan Shared Parenting

Michigan House Bill 4564 Hearing

Children have a fundamental right to be loved, guided, educated and nurtured equally by both fit and willing parents.  To deny this is wrong.  To deny this is child abuse.

Please help us reform Michigan's antiquated and harmful child custody laws join the A Child's Right Meetup group:

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The A Child's Right Meetup Group!

Shared Parenting Facts and Fiction by Dr. Linda Nielsen - Professor of Women Studies Wake Forest University.

Derek Bailey, MSW Dance4Equality

Jim Semerad Dads and Moms of Michigan

Murray Davis National Family Justice Association

Dr. Mike Ross Family Rights Coalition

Minister Ronald Smith Children Need Both Parents, Inc.

Bill Reisdorf, Esq.

Dave Taylor

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Michigan House Bill 4564 Testimony by Derek Bailey, MSW of Dance4Equaltiy

A Child's Right had the pleasure of urging Derek Bailey, MSW and Dance4Equality to attend the hearings for Michigan House Bill 4564.  American Indian Shared Parenting Organization, Dance4Equality was present outside of the House Building Office performing their spiritual dance in support of Michigan House Bill 4564.  Derek Bailey, Tonia Bailey, Robert Pedersen and myself (Angela) had an excellent time the night before the hearings learning much about the culture of Derek Bailey's tribe which is located in Michigan.  We experienced an amazing connection with the couple and are so proud to call them close friends.  To see some of the members of Dance4Equality walk into the hearing room was breathtaking to say the least!  A Child's Right is proudly affiliated with Dance4Equality.

Derek Bailey, MSW did an outstanding job outlining how shared parenting would positively impact his tribal community.  He also did an incredible job explaining his viewpoint as a state of Michigan licensed clinical social worker and MSW.  Dance4Equality CLEARLY "put themselves on the map" in Lansing as a leading shared parenting organization in Michigan.  There was a tremendous sense of pride by all who supported Michigan House Bill 4564 when Dance4Equality was present.

Carol Rhodes, Former Michigan Friend of the Court Officer, Speaking at the Barry County Equal Parenting Symposium

A Child's Right recently organized a successful Equal Parenting Symposium in Barry County Michigan.  Following is Carol Rhodes, a former Michigan Friend of the Court officer, who blows the whistle on the bias and corruption in Michigan's family court systems.  Special Thanks to Phil Wurm for organizing this event and Special Thanks to the Barry County Democrats for allowing the use of their facility. 

A Child's Right will be bringing Equal Parenting Symposiums throughout all of Michigan.  If you would like your county to have a symposium please contact Darrick Scott-Farnsworth at [email protected].  This is part one of Carol's speech.  We will have many more videos from speakers at this event in the near future on DaddyBlogger.com. 

Also -

PLEASE review the incredible media and blog coverage that is already occuring over the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek.  Instapundit, About.com, Dr. Helen, Protein Wisdom and many more of the world's top ranked news blogs have already covered this.

Parental Alienation Awareness Day is April 25th. Do You Know Someone Who Has Used This Form of Child Abuse?

Tomorrow you have a duty.  You have the responsibility of telling others that April 25 is Parental Alienation Awareness Day!  Parental Alienation is all too common now during and after divorces where children are involved.  Essentially the parent which attempts to alienate the other parent is too consumed in their hatred towards the ex-spouse to even realize the tremendous damage they are doing to their own children.  Parental Alienation can be subtle or openly pursued.  Mothers and Fathers can both be responsible for Parental Alienation.  They do not love their children enough to place aside their hatred towards their ex-spouse. 

Moms and Dads aren't the only ones which can use parental alienation tactics.  Grandparents can become child abusers as well by bad mouthing the father in front of the children.  It is all too common to find that they were responsible for parental alienation towards their own children if there was a divorce in the mix.  Sadly, they can shape their own children to be adults that use parental alienation tactics.  Children of divorce have already been through enough and will have many additional challenges just because of their parents getting a divorce.  Parents and grandparents should love their children/grandchildren enough to eliminate any form of parental alientaion.

Parental Alienation is indeed child abuse!  A few examples of Parental Alienation can be:  1)  Mom tells Dad he is a "deadbeat dad" in front of the children.  2)  Mom refuses to allow meaningful time for Dad to form an appropriate parent-child relationship which includes nuturing, educating, reading, loving, guiding, playing games and toys with the child, etc.  3)  Mom allows her friends that visit to speak poorly about the Dad in front of the children with no correction by Mom.  4)  Bad mouthing or undermining the other parent in front of the children.  5)  Mom tells children that Dad did not call when he actually did to say goodnight, talk briefly, etc.  To clarify again -  both genders are capable of parental alienation.

What are some warning signs of Parental Alienation?

-Children perceive one parent as causing financial problems of the other parent
-Children appear to have knowledge of details relating to the legal aspects of the divorce or separation
-Children show sudden negative change in their attitude toward a parent/guardian
-Children appear uneasy around target parent - they resort to "one word" answers and fail to engage openly in conversations as they previously have done
-Children are uncharacteristically rude and/or belligerent to target parent
-Access time is not occurring as agreed upon or court ordered - visitation is being unilaterally cut back by the other parent
-Hostile Aggressive Parent (HAP) parent undermines the other parent or speaks disparagingly about other parent in the presence of the children
-HAP parent starts making reference to other parent as being abusive and a risk to the children with no apparent good reason
-Allowing children to choose whether or not to visit a parent, even though the court has not empowered the parent or children to make that choice
-Telling the children about why the marriage failed and giving them the details about the divorce or separation settlement
-Refusing the other parent access to medical and school records or schedules of extracurricular activities
-Blaming the other parent for not having enough money, changes in lifestyle, or other problems in the children's presence
-Rigid enforcement of the visitation schedule for no good reason other than getting back at the other parent
-False allegations of sexual abuse, drug and alcohol use or other illegal activities by the other parent;
-Asks the children to choose one parent over the other
-Reminding the children that the children have good reason to feel angry toward their other parent;
-Setting up temptations that interfere with visitation
-Giving the children the impression that having a good time on a visit will hurt the parent;
-Asking the children about the other parent's personal life;
-'Rescuing' the children from the other parent when there is no danger.

If you are concered about Parental Alienation please tell at least two people tomorrow about this oftentimes hidden form of child abuse.  Print out this brochure and post it or hand out to others that you know.  Download parental_alienation_awareness_brochure.pdf

Hopefully with films such as Jake's Closet, which we discussed in a prior post, more people will become aware of Parental Alienation and put a stop to it.

A true to life case of Parental Alienation was discussed on Dr. Helen Smith's Blog.  If you are not reading her blog on a daily basis you are missing out on one of the best blogs on the internet.

A few DaddyBlogger recommedations:

Organizations   

Parental Alienation Awareness Organization

I have personally worked with this organization and they are excellent.  PAAO is leading the movement to get all governors in the United States to recognize Parental Alienation.  Does your state recognize Parental Alienation Awareness Day?

Split-n-Two

True Story of Parental Alienation

"Cheated" By Ronald E. and Ariel D. Smith - full disclosure - the author Ronald Smith is one of my best friends.  Here is a very powerful speech by him.  Minister Ronald Smith recently lost his son due to liver cancer.  He is always in our thoughts and prayers.

A Book To Combat Parental Alienation

I can not say enough positive things about the book below.  In fact, I even wrote a review about it on Amazon.com which is something I rarely make a point to do.  There is a reason why the ratings of this book are so high - it has helped many loving parents throughout the United States.

Divorce Poison By Dr. Richard A. Warshak

A Moving Video on Parental Alienation

The part that pulls on my heart is the line "Don't talk bad about my other parent like that. I still love them. And your words HURT me."

Jake's Closet - The Award Winning and Shocking Movie About A Child Caught In His Parent's Divorce

Jake's Closet is an award winning and shocking movie about a child caught between his divorcing parents and the parental alienation that is all too common in heated divorces.

Wow!  You must view the trailer for this haunting movie.

Jake's Closet Synopsis

When visiting the Jake's Closet movie website you find yourself looking around Jake's room.  Explore yourself and learn more about this movie.

Learn more about Parental Alienation and how common it is used in child custody disputes:

Split n Two

Parental Alienation Awareness Organization

Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, President Bush and John McCain Comment on the Equal Parenting Bike Trek

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Wife, Tricia Walsh-Smith, Airs Divorce Grievances and Gets Revenge on Youtube

Tricia Walsh-Smith tells millions on Youtube her divorce grievances.  She makes allegations that are nasty against her husband.  She pulls out her wedding album, calls her husband's work and talks to the secretary and many more nasty things.  So sad that things so easily progress to this type of nastiness in divorces.  If you ask me she sounds like a bitter and vindictive wife.  Information from local news channel 6 on this divorce - they call it a "scary new step" in divorces.

Have you heard about the five fathers that are pedaling 758 miles for their children?

Blog of the Day - DaddyBlogger.com on Fuel My Blog

Great News!  DaddyBlogger was nominated as "Blog of the Day" on Fuel My Blog!  We certainly appreciate the extra traffic.

If you have not already checked it out make sure you review the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek.  Over 70 plus blogs have already covered this amazing event!

"Six" the Documentary Film by Dr. Helen Smith - Six Occult-Inspired Teenagers Kills A Picnicking Family

We first became aware of the movie called "Six" by Dr. Helen Smith when the Dr. wrote a blog post about the 2008 Family Preservation and Equal Parenting Bike Trek.  Exploring her blog further we came across this website dedicated to a movie called "Six".  Based on the trailers and the topic matter, we will be purchasing a copy of this movie in the very near future.

Taken directly from the website for the movie "Six":

"On a sunny day on April 6, 1997, the Lillelid family met its death at the hands of a group of troubled teenagers from Kentucky. The Lillelids were Jehovah's Witnesses, fresh from a convention in Johnson City and anxious to win new converts for their faith. The teenagers were a group of outcasts from Pikeville, Kentucky, on the run after getting into trouble in their hometown"

According to the website for the movie, the film explores the roots of teenagers' violence, the failures of the authorities and social systems to address these problems.  We have not watched the movie yet and are looking forward to learning more about the circumstances that led to such a tragic ending.  We would have to guess that some of the teenagers did not have their fathers involved in their lives. 

Sadly, there are some fathers and mothers who do not want to be a part of their children's lives after a divorce.  On the other hand, there are mothers and fathers that are removed from an EQUAL parenting role in their children's lives based on the order of a family court judge.  In the later case, we have long advocated for shared or equal parenting.  Again, we do not know what the circumstances were that led up to such a violent and tragic ending and we look forward to purchasing this movie seeking answers to our questions.

Following is a news story trailer that provides a synopsis and summary of the movies main points:

Six The Movie News Story Trailer

Following is the official movie trailer:

Six The Movie Trailer

The "Six" website provides an excellent summary of the movie.  You can also find reviews of the movie and a photo gallery as well.  We also found a link to an entire website about violent kids and the warning signs of those who may kill.

National Fatherless Day - June 13 2008

National Fatherless Day Rally - Nationwide Events on June 13 2008

Leadership Provided by Fathers4Justice and Families4Justice

Email/Blog/Print the following National Fatherless Day Rally Flyer

Be sure to order a high quality flag for your event!

Female School Teacher Accused of Having Sex With 14yr old Male Teenager

Sadly we were just talking about something similar in another post.

Female Teacher Accused of Having Sex With 14 yr old Male Teen - Story

Video

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2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek

World's Top Blogs Covering the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek

WOW!  Some of the world's top blogs are already covering the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek! 

Instapundit, Dr. Helen, Protein Wisdom, Dean's World, Murdoc Online, Gun Pundit and many more. 

See the updating list of coverage now.

This truly is amazing and we appluad the five fathers that will be pedaling 758 miles for their children.

Senior Citizens Organization for Parental Equality (SCOPE)

When it comes to the divorce of two parents that have children people think of the two parents and the children in the middle of the divorce.

In order for the state and the court system to make money through Title IV-D federal incentives, one of the fit and willing parents must be forced into the role of the non-custodial parent.  Sadly, children go from seeing this parent on a daily basis and then suddenly the typical 4-6 days a month.  Children have the fundamental right to be loved, guided, nurtured and educated equally by both fit and willing parents after a divorce.  To deny this is child abuse.

The pain of this child abuse also affects the parents of the non-custodial parent.  Grandparents are then forced to see less of their grandchildren.  This is abusive not only to the children but to the grandparents as well.  Grandparents, from both sides of the family tree, play an important role in the development of their grandchildren.  How do grandparents in this situation deal with all of this pain?  The pain of seeing their child become a non-custodial parent and being forced away from their child by no choice of their own or the child's.  Grandparents must also endure the pain of seeing less of their own grandchildren.

Grandparent are increasingly becoming involved in the Shared Parenting movement and are joining in the fight against child abuse that is sponsored by a bitter spouse and the court system. 

I encourage all grandparents to visit SCOPE - Senior Citizens Organization for Parental Equality and become involved in what is in the best interest of their grandchildren.  Another organization that I can personally recommend is Three Sides to Every Story, Inc.  Grandparents!  There is a place for you to make a difference.

Online Buzz Increasing for the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek

The 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek is an event worth supporting.  Bloggers know an interesting and unique story.  Over 4 months away and the online buzz is picking up!  The five cyclists truly appreciate any help in spreading the message of this event.  It is not easy to pedal over 758 miles  physically or mentally for that matter.  Special thanks to all bloggers that have picked this story up.

Here is a sample of some of the most recent blogs covering the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek:

1)  Dean's World

2)  Murdoc Online

3)  Family Court Reports

4)  Cycle South Dakota

5)  Angry Harry - UK

6)  Figli Negati Italia - Italy

7)  Gun Pundit

Robert Pedersen and Robb MacKenzie at 43 mph in Pennsylvania during the 2007 Equal Parenting Bike Trek - Max Speed during trek 54 mph!

New Prototypes Being Tested for the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek :)

Information on the upcoming 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek

2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek - 758 Miles - Lansing Michigan to Washington, D.C.

The 2007 Equal Parenting Bike Trek was a smashing success!  Review the complete media coverage of last year's event.  Pictures from the 2007 Equal Parenting Bike Trek.

The 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek is already shaping up to be bigger and better than ever before! 

Media inquiries please contact Robert Pedersen 269-420-4688 or Angela Pedersen 269-420-3203

Do not miss this incredible event which is already gaining traditional media and blogger coverage! 

A grueling 758 mile cycling trek to raise awareness of a child's fundamental right to be loved, guided, educated and nurtured equally by both fit and willing parents.

Five Michigan fathers will pedal their bicycles 758 miles from Lansing, MI to Washington, D.C.

Robb MacKenzie - Upper Penninsula of Michigan - EPBT Founder - 2007 cyclist

Robert Pedersen - West Michigan - 2007 Runner-Up Winner in Best Life Magazine's National Hero Dad Contest - 2007 cyclist

Brian Downs, Esq. - Grand Rapids MI - Running for Judge in Kent County MI in 2008

Derek Bailey, MSW - Traverse City MI - American Indian.  Founder of Dance4Equality

Mike Saxton - Lansing MI

Equal Parenting Bike Trek Chase Vehicle Crew

Also present at the August 7 2008 departure of the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek:

1) Dance4Equality, an American Indian shared parenting organization, will be present performing their Pow Wows, dance, drums and songs!

2) See the MASSIVE CRISPE bus up close and meet the crew!

Event:  2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek

When:  Departure - August 7 2008 Noon 12PM-2PM

Where:  Lansing Michigan Capitol Area Lawn

Please show your support and attend this amazing event being held at the Lansing Capitol in Michigan.  ALL ARE WELCOME!  A large crowd will help energize our cyclists!  We already have confirmation of media coverage (TV, Newspaper & Radio) for the departure!

We Need Your Support and Help Now! 

Ways you can show your support for this event:

1)  Please donate for this amazing event - no amount is too small or too large.  It is very expensive to pull off such a large event over 758 miles with 5 cyclists and chase crew.  Donating early will allow us to advertise this event, hand out brochures along the route, gas expense for the chase vehicle, a bed to sleep in at night for the cyclists, etc.

2)  Blog about this event and link to this page.  Blog on MySpace and more!  Post on Facebook! 

3) Social Bookmark this page on StumbleUpon, Digg!, Del.icio.us, Reddit and more.  Digg! and Del.icio.us can be used via the links directly below this page.

4) Email this page to everyone you know and tell them about this wonderful cause for children.

Wal-Mart thief: 'Child Support Made Me Do It'

Excellent find by Lary Holland.

Wal-Mart thief:  'Child Support Made Me Do It'

While we certainly do NOT agree with theft in any way there are major issues with the child support system in all states throughout America. 

Welfare For the Affluent

The Multiple Scandals of Child Support

Corruption

Social Security, Welfare, and Child Support Enforcement

How federal welfare funding drives judicial discretion in child-custody determinations and domestic relations matters

Stop Welfare for the Affluent

The Secret Alimony Hidden in Child Support

Too many mistakes are made with child support accounts.   

The Robert Parker case out of Genessee County Michigan is a perfect example in the State of Michigan!

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Equal Parenting Bike Trek Departure, CRISPE and Dance4Equality - August 7th 2008 12Noon-2PM Lansing MI Capitol Lawn

The must attend shared parenting event of the year! 

August 7th 2008 12 Noon - 2PM Lansing Michigan Capitol area lawn.

Equal Parenting Bike Trek Departure - Cheer our cyclists as they start their 758 mile journey pedaling on bicycles!  Robb MacKenzie, Robert Pedersen, Mike Saxton, Derek Bailey, MSW and Brian Downs, Esq. (running as judge in Nov 08 election)

Dance4Equality - Watch this American Indian shared parenting organization perform their pow wows, dance, sing, drum and more!

CRISPE - See the massive CRISPE bus up close and meet their crew!

This will be a huge event and will certainly receive large media coverage!  Be sure to attend this exciting event.

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Derek Bailey, MSW and Robert Pedersen on the "Children Need Both Parents" Talkshow

YESTERDAY'S SHOW!  Dance4Equality's Derek Bailey MSW, Tonia Bailey and Robert Pedersen on the ultra-popular Children Need Both Parents Talkshow with Ronald Smith and Robin Denison.  You can download all prior shows including this one on the shows homepage.