Senator-To-Be Pat Toomey is in the Lead!

Via Rasmussen:

The latest Rasmussen Reports telephone survey of Pennsylvania voters shows 48% would vote for Toomey if the election were held today. Just 36% would vote for Specter while four percent (4%) prefer a third option, and 12% are not sure.

Holy Cow!

Philly to Specter & Sebelius – Oh Hell NO!

Austin Tx Townhall – Just Say No!

Philadelphia Tells Specter and Sebelius – O Hell No!

I guarantee future TownHall meetings to discuss the health care scheme will be invitation only. All questions will be vetted before being presented to the speakers – mark my words.

Mean while the Dems plan to push this disaster of a health care scheme through the Senate without bipartisan support.

Coffee Talk with Mike Untermeyer

Getting the pastries set for this edition of Coffee Talk. The cake pictured above was created by Flying Monkey Patisserie:

Our Signature Rooibos Cake – South African herbal tea-infused buttercake, layered with raspberry buttercream and milk chocolate buttercream.

Can’t wait till 7 pm! Looking forward to talking with Mike Untermeyer at the kitchen table. Stay tuned for updates, folks!

Philly Hosts a HealthCare TeaParty

Philadelphia joined in a nationwide protest of Obama’s proposed healthcare scheme by organizing a rally outside Sen. Bob Casey’s office.

Unfortunately, I could not attend this rally. My good buddy, NeoCon, was on the scene to capture the rally with his remarkable photo skills. You can view the entire collection HERE

For a great roundup of the nationwide healthcare rally’s check out the following blogs:

Michelle Malkin
Glenn Reynolds
American Power

HGTV Rebuilding Lives One Home at a Time

Today I had the opportunity to celebrate the opening of a renovated home dedicated to homeless veterans in Philadelphia. These individuals now have a place where they can get the help and guidance they need to put their lives back on track. The home is managed by the Pennslvania American Legion Housing For Homeless Veterans Corporation

This day was made possible by HGTV – Change The World Project and Rebuilding Together Philadelphia. A Hero’s Welcome and Warriors Watch organized their membership to attend the opening ceremony.

Photos and additional videos can be found on my FLICKR page

Volunteers who made this day happen:

Tea Party 3 – Independence Hall – July 4th

Got plans for July 4th? Live in or around Philly? The Tea Party 3 is not to be missed!

The Philly Tea Party this past April 18th was a remarkable success and the organizers want to keep the passion and conversation alive with Tea Party 3 – Independence Hall.

You can read more about the organizers and the event at their website: Independence Hall Tea Party Association

INDEPENDENCE HALL TEA PARTY III

A Celebratory Picnic Commemorating 233 years of American Independence!

July 4th, 2009
Noon-3PM
Independence Mall
5th and Chestnut Streets
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Bring a Picnic Basket and a Lawn Chair!

Featuring: Talk Show Host Dom Giordano; Notable Speakers on Cap and Trade,
Universal Health Care, EFCA, FOCA; Information Tables;
Activities for Children; Musical Entertainment;
Tea Party Sign Contest – Best Design, Best Message;
Colonial Costume Contest – Best Overall, Best Founding Father/Mother

Contact us via email at ihteaparty3@gmail.com or

EJ Reports Black Panther Represents Dem Party

BREAKING: Official Document says Black Panther was “representing the Democratic Party”

No surprise the DOJ spiked the charges against the three black panthers.

Hewitt, Bennett and Medved @ The Union League

Hugh Hewitt summarizes the first 110 days of the Obama Administration at an event sponsored by WNTP and hosted at the Union League of Philadelphia:

Bill Bennet has sage words about the consequences of our vote in 2008:

I was struck by the passionate speech by Michael Medved – he has a keen intellect and gift for communicating his ideas. I’ll admit to a touch of jealousy of his talent.

The most salient point of the conversation focused on the idea of a new ‘Reagan’ arising to lead the party back to its roots. Bill Bennet remarked that even Reagan didn’t know he was ‘Reagan’. It took decades for him to hit his stride. Reagan was a complex mn and effective leader at a crucial time in our history. We have to stop looking for ‘Reagan’ and start cultivating our grassroots to promote leaders for tomorrow.

This is a good time to be a conservative – that was the take home message from the event. Oh, and not to forget, the free copy of Human Events magazine to take home as well.

Swine (H1n1) Flu in Philly

Per CDC: 1639 Cases and 2 deaths.

The Pennsylvania Health Department has confirmed two cases of Swine Flu in Philadelphia, bringing the total to 10 cases in Pennsylvania.

Swine Flu resources for Employers and Businesses

What does this mean to the rest of us? WASH YOUR HANDS, COVER YOUR COUGH and SICK? STAY HOME.

Swine Flu Update

I’m concerned about the junk information I’ve been reading on blogs, FaceBook and Twitter regarding swine flu and pandemic events. I hope to address those issues with the following evidence based video and links. I’m also happy to report that the suspected case of swine flu in Philadelphia has been ruled out. Additionally, I’ve added a widget on my sidebar that will link you to evidence based information regarding the swine flu. Below is a 57 minute video from pandemicflu.gov designed to help people learn more about pandemic flu and what step to take to prepare for a pandemic event.

Via Philadelphia Dept of Public Health:

Good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu. There also are flu antiviral drugs that can be used to treat and prevent the flu.

- Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.
- Cover your mouth and nose.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
- Clean your hands.
- Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
- Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.
- Practice other good health habits.
- Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.

More evidence based information regarding swine flu can be found at CDC and PandemicFlu.gov; pandemic alert information can be found at World Health Organization (WHO); how to safely take care of a family member at home