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Some of you may be deep in the 'rabbit hole' of government conspiracy. Some may laugh at the idea, but still believe there is something wrong with America. We all know that there is something drastically wrong with the current world view. We can say 'united we stand, divided we fall” or "one nation under God" all day, but that doesn't make it so. In fact, the country hasn't been so divided since the days of the Civil War. Right vs. Left. Rich vs. Poor. Young vs. Old, and the list of separations goes on and on.

Personally, I have rise above partisan politics. Endless bickering that offers no solutions is not what this country was founded on. For those of you that want to see the real change that we so desperately need, I offer this solution: The Blair County Truthers Society. We need to band together. I propose a weekly meeting for individuals of Blair County. Everyone is welcome. We tend to make judgments based on whatever the television tells us. I believe that by meeting up and getting the real issues out in the open, we can begin to see that we are all not so different after all.

You think the government is out of control now, you just sit there and do nothing some more and see what happens. They say history repeats itself. Well, that certainly seems to be the pattern, but let it not be the final judgment. We are at a pivotal point in world history. Information has never been so accessible to the masses. We can now make informed decisions should we so choose.

By meeting up every week, inviting friends, family and colleagues, and getting the real issues out in the open we can solidify the strength of our community. Let the rest of the world be divided, we here in Blair county can unite. I want to spread truth and freedom far and wide, starting right here in our own backyards.

Many of you reading this may have attended the local Tea-Parties. I liked the feel and enthusiasm, but ultimately they are a dead end. They are few and far between. Plus, the issues discussed were not open to public consideration. I attended both of them in this area. Both times I tried to take the microphone and speak some truth to you folks, and both times I was denied. Well, no more!

We need a non-pyramidal organization that everyone has a say in. No leader, no corporate structure and no non-sense. For those of you interested please contact me through this site’s Member page. My username is Darbio16. Also, I started a Facebook group "Blair County Truthers Society" if you would like to join that way. I also have a group to get this same thing rolling globally called the Global Non-Compliance Center, also on Facebook.

There are many scary subjects floating around. Things like FEMA camps, swine flu, martial law, destruction of the dollar, formation of the North American Union, Codex Alimentarius and much more. Whether any of it is true or not is irrelevant. Whether there is a 'New World Order' or not is irrelevant. What really matters is that we band together to fight tyranny and oppression.

I know that you may share at least some of my concerns. Do not be afraid of your feelings. Once you see how many of us there are, right here at home, we can unite for true peace and freedom.

Good luck,

Freedom Fight

Duncansville, PA

Eco-model, environmental activist, and Planet Green television host, Summer Rayne Oakes will speak at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, December 3 in the Adler Athletic Complex at the Penn State Altoona campus.

Oakes’ modeling has taken her all over the world, as has her work with sustainable development projects, the climate change movement, ecosystem conservation, and fair trade. She has been the recipient of many accolades, including Global Citizen by Vanity Fair, one of Outside’s Top Environmental Activists, Cosmopolitan’s Fun, Fearless Female of 2007, and one of Amica Magazine’s ‘Top 20 Trendsetters Under 40.’ She has appeared on CNN and Fox News.

Oakes is a spokesperson, resident expert, and the youngest member of the board of advisors for Discovery Channel’s Planet Green. She writes articles for magazines and Web sites and helps run a boutique consultancy business that develops, implements, and manages campaigns across the globe.

The event is free and open to the public. Tickets are needed and can be picked up at the Penn State Altoona Book Store or at the box office.

Blair County Elections results for the 2009 General Election can be viewed here:

Cumulative Report from www.blairco.org

The Blair County Tea Party Steering Committee is considering transforming the organization into a legal entity due to its rapid momentum and rising popularity in Blair County.

 

The group held its general membership meeting last night, with substantial turnout of Blair County voters and interested visitors.

 

“As we gain attention, we need to look into taking legal and civil safeguards,” said speaker Joe Mercer at the event.

 

Mercer explained that the group consistently has exceeded its goals in terms of turnout since it began, stating that he quickly learned there were more people around that think like he does than he originally realized.

 

Another speaker, Jim Rokosky, discussed the group’s legal options to form as a 501(c) 4, 527, or an Unincorporated Association.

 

The Blair County Tea Party has held several events since its beginning and continues to plan for future events.

Today, voters from across Blair County cast their votes for dozens of races in their areas. Polls close at 8pm tonight. Here is the link to view results later this evening: 2009 General Elections

OPERATION S.O.S. is kicking off its 6th annual campaign to help make the Christmas season a little brighter for American troops who are stationed overseas. The groups was founded by Smith House of Furniture owner, Gary Glare. Last year, OPERATION S.O.S. sent over 400 Christmas care packages to Iraq for members of both the 101st Airborne and the 56th Stryker Brigade Units based out of Altoona and Tyrone.

Packages will be sent in early December, and the receiving unit is yet to be determined.

OPERATION S.O.S. is accepting only the following items. A monetary contribution is welcomed as well. Checks can be made payable to:

OPERATION S.O.S.

P.O. Box 305

Duncansville, PA 16635

The list:

• Nuts, sunflower seeds, fruitsnacks, and trail mix

•Envelopes of hot chocolate mix in individual packets

• Tea & coffee bags

• Microwave popcorn

• Individual packets of sugar, sweeteners

• Beef jerky and Slim Jims, flavored or unflavored creamer

• Tuna or chicken lunch kits (with crackers)

• Power bars, nutritional bars, granola bars

• Rice KrispieTreats, Pop Tarts

• Gum, Life Savers, and Tic-Tacs

• Dried fruit, fruit cups, and pudding cups

• Peanut brittle and hard candy

• Instant cereal packs (oatmeal, Cream of Wheat)

• Cup-O-Noodles or Ramen Noodles

• Miscellaneous toiletry items

• Eye drops, saline nasal spray, Q-tips

• AT&T phone cards (International only)

• Throat lozenges and cough drops

• Hand-written cards or thank you notes

• Liquid hand sanitizers

• Cleaning and disinfecting wipes (Clorox, etc.)

• Odor Eaters, cushion insoles

• Ziploc bags (any size)

• Healing lotion, powder or ointment for feet

• Battery operated lights

• Hand lotion, body lotion, body powder

• Batteries (AA, AAA, D) or regular size)

• Music CDs or Movie DVDs (new or used)

• Small packets of facial tissues

• White or gray cotton socks

• Individual packets of pain relievers (Tylenol, aspirin, etc...)

• Feminine hygiene items

• Toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss

• Non-aerosol bug repellent, fly paper

• Sunscreen, aloe vera lotion

• Deodorant, disposable razors

• Room deodorizers, such as Stick-Ups

• Shampoo, conditioner, body wash (travel or regular size)

• Lip balm (Chapstick, Blistex, etc...)

• Hand wipes (baby wipes, Wet Ones, etc...)

• Washcloths (dark colors preferred)

• Pre-wrapped individual toilet paper rolls (Scott,etc...)

The two mayoral candidates for the City of Altoona shared why they believe they are best suited for the job in an ILoveAltoona.com blog post.

Jan Mills highlighted his management experience and his plan to avoid  raising taxes through sustained economic growth.

Bill Schirf, a sitting councilman, explained his top priorities as being public safety, blight, and neighborhood protection.

You can read their full columns here: (Click)