Dallas is My Home

28
Feb

Tomorrow is Last Day for Early Voting

Author: Raine Devries, Category: Commentary, Politics

This post is part information because of early voting this week and part “fired up” commentary for Lane who is the closest thing I’ve ever had to a brother.

It’s coming down to the wire for the Democratic contenders for the White House. Get your voice heard by voting in the early primaries…you have until this Friday, February 29 at 7pm to cast your vote at one of these locations.

As a personal commentary, even though Obama is getting so much hype and he has the liberal press so ga ga over his powerful, yet plagiarized, speeches, I have dubbed him “Cotton Candy“.

Oh yes…Cotton Candy is tempting and it’s nice to have a taste of it but my God do you honestly want to have it every day for 4 years?! Cotton Candy is light, fluffy and absolutely no substance.

Alas, if only Donald Duck were running and then I’d feel like I had someone to vote for this November….

22
Feb

It’s Official: President Bush Library to be housed at SMU

Author: Raine Devries, Category: News, Politics

After 7 years, SMU officially announced today that the Presidential Library for George W. Bush will be located within their grounds.

A 99-year lease is signed and thousands of visitors annually and millions of dollars will be benefiting the local economy.

Way to go SMU!

22
Feb

Hillary Clinton Shows Grace Under Fire

Author: Raine Devries, Category: News, Politics, RIP

I freely admit that I have never been a Clinton fan - either of him or her.

But I will admit that Hillary’s actions today in Dallas were very well handled.

Upon leaving a rally in the Oak Cliff area, Clinton’s motorcade was departing for Ft Worth when Senior Cpl. Victor Lozada, a 20-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department was thrown from his bike.

Hillary wanted to stop but her people kept the car moving so that emergency vehicles wouldn’t be hampered. Upon arriving in FW, Hillary announced to her fans that she could not go on with the rally and instead returned to Dallas to offer her condolences to the family.

Our sympathies are with the friends and family of Sr. Cpl Lozada.

20
Feb

Rah Rah Obama Is In Town - Now Back To Regular Programming…

Author: Raine Devries, Category: Commentary, Government, Politics

This has got to be one of the most boring presidential elections ever. If only Scooby Doo would run and then we would have an option.

That guy that’s running against Hillary for the Democratic nomination is in Dallas today.

Hopefully for those that are attending the rally at 12p today at Reunion Arena will be treated to the guy having original thoughts rather than plagiarizing someone else’s speech…again.

Don’t worry if you are actually voting for this guy….I’m an equal opportunity offender when it comes to politicians.

05
Sep

Steps to Save Dallas Community TV

Author: Raine Devries, Category: Arts, Call to Action, Downtown, Politics

SAVE the Date! Wednesday, September 12 is the Final Public Hearing for the Budget in City Council Chambers

Dallas City Hall
1500 Marilla Street
6th floor
Dallas, TX 75201

Join us we need at least 200 people present! We also need speakers on our behalf. RSVP to the City Secretary 24 hours in advance to speak: 214. 670. 3738

ALSO: Email the Mayor and City Council TODAY!

http://www.ci.dallas.tx.us/forms/mcc/MCC_Mail_Form.htm

Sample email to send to the Mayor & Council:

Public access television helps the City of Dallas fulfill its societal obligations. Dallas iMedia Network (formerly Dallas Community Television) has been an important part of our community for more than 25 years. Dallas city government must continue to provide reasonable funding to allow citizend participation in local media.

I strongly support Dallas iMedia Network and the excellent job it does to manage public access television. If you believe that every voice is important, please hear MY voice along with many others. Protect this important community asset. We are looking to you to provide leadership on this important issue, and to restore $543,000 for the continuance of Dallas iMedia Network services.

http://www.dallasimedia.net/

04
Sep

The Best of Us by Abel Kane

Author: Raine Devries, Category: Call to Action, Hometown Talent, Music, News, Politics

As the anniversary for 9/11 is a week away, Abel Kane has released this wonderful video honoring our service men and women.

Ryan Reynolds is a native of Tyler, Texas (far, far east Dallas), and he has been so moved by the images that were submitted for the video. He’s been telling me about this project for several weeks and it’s fantastic to see the finished product.

A big Texas thank you to Ryan, the rest of the boys in Abel Kane and most of all to our military.

Ryan….Dallas misses you!

03
Sep

Bush envisions Dallas Freedom Institute after office

Author: Raine Devries, Category: News, Politics

President George W. Bush has given thought to his life after the White House….and he sees himself being bored.

While he anticipates having a speaking tour, he believes it won’t be unusual for him to jump in the car and head down to the ranch near Crawford.

According to the book, “Dead Certain: The Presidency of George Bush“, which is to be released Tuesday, Bush also wants to put focus on a Dallas based “Freedom Institute” so that young democratic leaders from around the world can broaden their horizons.