DON'T TREAD ON US

It's On

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Tue, 29 May 2012 19:01:00 PDT

As anyone can see, I have not been very active here as of late. The past few weeks I've been more focused on spiritual matters and making sure I'm right with God. As a result, I've set most of the...

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This and That

noreply@blogger.com (Republican Mother) — Fri, 25 May 2012 09:51:00 PDT

Trestin is most definitely busy running for office and probably much more, but I thought I'd just put up a few things that I thought were interesting in no particular...

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Ignorance is strength, 2012 edition

noreply@blogger.com (Hyphenated American) — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 11:22:00 PDT

It seems that ignorance is a necessary condition to become a liberal activist. It’s simply astounding how little some folks know about the government spending. A few days ago, I left a comment on a...

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Orrin Is Upset

noreply@blogger.com (Republican Mother) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:54:00 PDT

This made me think of the post Trestin did called "Down the Hatch". From the Daily Caller: Utah Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch is “doggone offended” by the activists and voters standing between him and...

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Interview: Eli Aleksandrova

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:57:00 PDT

The following is my interview with Eli Aleksandrova, a woman living in Bulgaria, who lived in the the communist era. The interview is in both English and Bulgarian, her native tongue. I think her...

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Meet Your Elites: Dick Scaife

noreply@blogger.com (Republican Mother) — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 18:17:00 PDT

In my last post in this series, I delved into the background of Robert Mueller, who was educated in an exclusive prep school, and came from a family in "high" standing. While rummaging through the...

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The Campaign Website

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 23:08:00 PDT

I have my campaign website up and ready. As time goes on, I will add more content. Trestin Meacham 2012

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Being Busy

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:16:00 PDT

As you might have figured out, this past week has been immensely busy. There is much that goes into starting a political campaign. As one might imagine, the red tape between the IRS and the State...

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One liberal article at a time, 03-18-2012

noreply@blogger.com (Hyphenated American) — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 23:02:00 PDT

Sometimes I amuse myself by reading articles written by liberals. It's sheer fun to watch them start with a wrong premise, apply faulty logic and then arrive with an obviously mistaken conclusion -...

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Trestin 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:47:00 PDT

Last night's caucus was an experience to remember. We discussed a number of issues and resolutions. As the meeting went on, I found myself in agreement with almost everything that was being said. ...

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Caucus Week

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:09:00 PDT

It's caucus week in Utah. Tonight, my county is having the Democratic and Constitution Party caucuses. In my area, the Constitution Party is the second party. The democrats stand as much chance of...

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Politics and Generation Gap

noreply@blogger.com (Republican Mother) — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 10:47:00 PST

by The republican Mother As someone born in the tail end of Gen X, I can't help but notice a few things as we talk current events. For one thing, my level of cynicism is much, much higher than those...

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Chiang Kai-shek

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 07:35:00 PST

In Tiananmen Square, a large banner depicting Mao hangs for all the world to see. Mao's images can be found everywhere in China. He is presented as the hero of the people, while China's real hero...

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Down The Hatch

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 03:53:00 PST

Thirty years ago, Utah elected a young Senator who promised he would go to D.C. to fight for Utah and conservationism. He promised that he would limit himself to two terms and never become apart of...

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Episode 5: The Government

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 12:24:00 PST

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Back on Thursday

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 16:50:00 PST

I decided to hold off on blogging the first few days of this week, due to Super Tuesday. I think other bloggers do a much better job with campaign coverage than I ever will. I highly recommend...

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Spineless

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 19:50:00 PST

Normally, I prefer not to focus political squabbling. However, what has occurred this week between Rush Limbaugh and the harlot from Georgetown needs to be addressed., because something much larger...

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We Have Enough Laws

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:11:00 PST

Occasionally I will hear a seemingly well intentioned person utter the phrase: "There should be a law against that." I quickly correct them with the following argument: Do you realize how many laws...

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Barack Obama

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 23:04:00 PST

I meant every word:

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My Last Day

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:13:00 PST

I've been on terminal leave since December, but I've still actually been active duty. That ends at midnight tonight. I've been blogging for about two and a half years, but have always had to hold...

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The Tholian Web of Regs

noreply@blogger.com (Republican Mother) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:42:00 PST

Another apt metaphor would be death by a thousand cuts over 100 years, but to add to the Star Trek analogy game I'm playing with myself, I present to you the Tholian Web of Regs. It all starts so...

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Fun With Maps

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:07:00 PST

I came across this map a few months ago, and it has been on my mind ever since. The map was created in 1942 and outlines what the world would be like after the war. Some of it never came to pass,...

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My Blog Cave

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:52:00 PST

I forgot how much time and effort go into simple things. Getting my place set up and working on my truck has been a full time job. I took some photos of my place and figured I would share with you...

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Stupid News

noreply@blogger.com (Trestin) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:39:00 PST

The media does a marvelous job of keeping us distracted with stupid stories that in no way impact our lives. Normally I try to ignore the stupid stuff, but this week was so full of stupidity, I had...

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Postcards from the Edge

noreply@blogger.com (Republican Mother) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:13:00 PST

Copied from the Woodrow Wilson paper available online: [Letterhead] on board the CUNARDR.M.S. “MAURETANIA”.May 26.Dear Governor:I believe I told you that Mr. Paul Warburg had been in conference...

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