Via Pursuant, Blakely put $26 million and two scholarships through pursuant sports, Robin Blakely said on the Palin Update with Kevin Scholla. He is a father with four children; his father was a coach. Blakely said coaches are a lot like fathers and his father taught him how to be a man. He said family is more important than work, and his greatest passion is being a father.
We noticed among many of his clients when a father abandoned them or passed away early there was a deep wound that affected these men’s abilities to do basic things in life, be accountable or treat women properly.
Blakely’s father was an accomplished D1 coach, and still managed to be a great father. As a coach, he treated all of his athletes like adopted sons. Blakely’s father was an adamant disciplinarian, but he was also very compassionate. He had players at the house all the time for various holidays because they needed a place to stay at and wasn’t afraid to give his children a hug.
Blakely’s tips for fatherhood include: spending time together with your children, praying together, putting up a basketball hoop and creating an environment where they’ll want to spend time at your house. He also recommends giving children nicknames and taking them out camping, and letting their friends sleep over. Everyone always wanted to come to the Blakely house and Blakeley knew who his son’s friends were.
He said a father should “always try to model for his children” how to treat the woman who might become their wife. Though his wife prepared the dinners, the children were expected to clean up after the meal, and they were not to sit until his wife sat. Talking back to her was never permitted; even though he loves his children, his wife always came first and he would tell his children, “you’re not just talking to your mother – you’re talking to my wife, and you’re not going to talk to her that way.”
Blakely would pray over his children, and said that there is too much passivity among fathers today. Fathers need to take a more active role in modeling their children’s lives, he concluded.
Steel Resolve: Intelligence Agencies Not Using Intelligence Intelligently
None of us were shocked that the NSA was gathering data on all of our phone calls, Sarah Steelman said as she opened her weekly Steel Resolve segment. She said American citizens are know the importance of classified information to protecting our national security, but do not trust the government which has already abused the information it’s been gathering. Intelligence agencies are not using their intelligence intelligently, and Steelman cited as her case in point: the Boston bombers. While these agency spied on us, they could not find known terrorists in our midst that the Russians had warned about.
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Robin Blakeley is on The Palin Radio Update with Kevin Scholla! Blakeley is a former sports agent and the president of Pursuant Sports. This son of a legendary basketball coach is passionate about fatherhood and he offers some great tips on raising kids the right way. Sarah Palin’s speech at the Faith & Freedom Coalition’s Road to Majority Conference is a smashing success. Governor Palin fights back after a brave solider is discriminated against. Laughs from Jay Leno and more hate from Bill Maher. A triumph in Pennsylvania for a sick little girl battling not only her condition but our government. Plus Palin calls out the players in the phone tap flap, Obama gets even more arrogant, and a big pow wow coming up in Arizona. Plus Palin recognizes Flag Day and reunites with the Fox News Channel. Steel Resolve, our weekly commentary with Sarah Steelman is featured as well. Listen NOW!
NEW YORK, NY – Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today visited an RV in a brief outdoor segment at the close of today’s Fox & Friends segment, which was her premiere show since re-joining the network. She greeted two Alaskans, one from her hometown of Wasilla and the other from Skagway. Gov. Palin greeted me at the 59-second mark in the video. After she toured the RV, Gov. Palin returned to the studio to broadcast an internet after-show.
Louisiana State Senator Elbert Guillory (R-Opelousas) explains why he recently switched from the Democrat Party to the Republican Party. He discusses the history of the Republican Party, founded as an Abolitionist Movement in 1854. Guillory talks about how the welfare state is only a mechanism for politicians to control the black community.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
Happy Father’s Day to the great Dads across America! Thank you for supporting your families, setting good examples of working hard, and selflessly sharing your time and energy; and thank you for the strength you provide the country’s foundation. God Bless our fathers.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
May these families’ sacrifices never be in vain. God bless our troops and their brave families. I am inspired and honored by the Gold Star Wives I spoke with today at the Faith and Freedom Coalition in Washington, D.C.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
Had a great time at the Faith & Freedom Coalition Conference in D.C. today! Thank you to everyone who attended. God bless you all and God bless America.
Sarah Palin gave another fantastic speech earlier today at the 2013 Road to Majority Conference by Faith and Freedom Coalition.
Ed. Note: Gov. Palin linked to the Right Scoop video, but we are also including the link to SarahNET’s video, which is of higher quality and embeddable.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
Whether outside our homes, inside our classrooms, or alongside our courthouses, the American flag flies as a symbol of “liberty and justice for all.” On this Flag Day, we pledge our allegiance once again to the ideals that define this most exceptional nation. We vow to defend these ideals out of respect for those who have come before us and out of love for future generations.
Please follow the link to read President Reagan’s 1986 Flag Day Radio Address. It reads in part:
“As the American Republic grew and prospered and new stars were added to the flag, the ideal of freedom grew and prospered. From the rolling hills of Kentucky to the shores of California to the Sea of Tranquility on the Moon, our pioneers carried our flag before them, a symbol of the indomitable spirit of a free people. And let us never forget that in honoring our flag, we honor the American men and women who have courageously fought and died for it over the last 200 years, patriots who set an ideal above any consideration of self. Our flag flies free today because of their sacrifice.”
What powerful words from our fortieth president! Happy Flag Day, and God bless America!
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
Congressmen Gosar (AZ-04), Salmon (AZ-05), Schweikert (AZ-06) and Franks (AZ-08) are hosting a Congressional Field Hearing in Prescott, Arizona, on July 1st to discuss the IRS and other abuse scandals and hear directly from their constituents about their concerns with this out-of-control federal government. This is a PERFECT way to kick-off the Fourth of July week and usher in Independence Day!
We need more members of Congress to engage We the People in town hall style meetings to discuss all the government abuse scandals just as they did in 2009 and 2010 with Obamacare. Those Obamacare town halls became a hallmark of the Tea Party movement, and we need that same energy now more than ever. Let the people come together and speak up. Now is the time.
In a Pew poll taken last January, 53% of Americans believed the federal government is a threat to their own personal rights and freedom. Imagine what that percentage would be now that we know more about all of these abuse scandals? A majority of Americans now feel that their government is a threat to their liberty — not just bloated, incompetent, and bankrupt, but an actual threat to their liberty.
I look forward to addressing this justified distrust of our out-of-control Big Brother government at the "Road to Majority" conference in D.C. this Saturday.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
Beautiful kids being helped by beautiful hearts of those with compassion. This video is from the kids at the Greta Home and Academy in Haiti, an orphanage and home in connection with Rev. Graham and Samaritan’s Purse and supported by Greta Van Susteran and John Coale. For many of these kids the uniform they’re wearing was their first set of clothes. It’s so encouraging to see high profile public figures with sincere commitments to the truly disadvantaged. Happy birthday, Greta (two days belated)!
Introducing former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin at Terri’s Day was an honor Deborah Flora said in the opening minutes of her interview on the Palin Update with Kevin Scholla. “The Schindlers turned tragedy into purpose.” She said Gov. Palin read everyone’s bio and was extremely gracious toward her in a pre-speech meeting. Gov. Palin’s questions to Flora keyed into items she had read on the bio sheet. “It’s really indicative of who she is, and living a life of what she values, which is passion.” Flora said Gov. Palin went above and beyond in preparing for the Schiavo event.
Flora said pageants like Miss America promote intelligence as well as beauty. She said they foster competition, which is “important to see what you are good at.” Flora does not approve of pageants for children.
Prior to Miss America, Flora a self-admitted tomboy was giving speeches to young women about their self-worth. Her Miss Colorado crown gave her a larger platform from which to deliver that message.
American Women Media, which Flora co-founded with Tamra Colbert exist to re-connect women’s values, entrepreneurship, and child-raising with the current political scene. She said all women across the political spectrum have a sense that something is broken in our system.
Flora is against left-wing feminism that holds women as being exactly equal to men. She said there are differences but both genders should be equally valued. She said the archetype of the bumbling man rescued by a woman has been culturally damaging.
“Leadership is being for an idea greater than oneself not for oneself.” Gov. Palin exemplifies leadership she said.
Flora and her husband – an 82nd Airborne veteran – directed Lt. Dan Band: For the Common Good”. The movie chronicles the journey of Academy Award nominated Gary Sinise honoring military and first responders. The film features Jon Voight, Robert Duvall, and Raquel Welch. A portion of the proceeds go to military charities.
On leaving conservative comfort zones and infiltrating pop culture as Gov. Palin said we should, Flora quoted Plato, “let me write the songs of a nation, and I care not who writes its laws.” She said “politics truly are downstream of culture.” Flora said Lt. Dan Band is a Hero’s journey, reflecting conservative values such as forging one’s own way and destiny.
Flora was an Air Force brat, her father being a retired Lieutenant Colonel.
Steel Resolve: Big Government Gone Wild
Sarah Steelman spoke about the latest revelations that the federal government is tracking every phone call and email everyone sends. “But not to worry – they’re not listening in.” She said Republicans are just as culpable as Democrats in allowing the government to grow far beyond its Constitutional limits, invading our privacy, stripping our civil liberties and freedoms in the name of safety. Terrorists win, she said.
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Deborah Flora stops by The Palin Radio Update with Kevin Scholla! Flora, a talented producer, broadcaster, host and actress has an incredible list of accomplishments. A former Miss Colorado, Flora and her husband recently directed an award winning documentary featuring Gary Sinise. Flora is also co-founder of American Women Media with Tamara Colbert. She talks to Kevin about introducing Sarah Palin at the Terri Schiavo gala earlier this year and much more. Palin-endorsed Jason Smith wins in Missouri. Meantime, Governor Palin offers prayers for Jaime Herrera Beutler and slams big government for turning its back on a sick child. Also, a Palin shout out to Clint Eastwood and an analysis of Obama’s choices for National Security Adviser and U.N. ambassador. Plus, remembering D-Day with the help of words from Ronald Reagan. Also, Steel Resolve, our weekly commentary with Sarah Steelman is featured.
The story of a solider “officially counseled” for his choice of reading material didn’t escape the notice of Sarah Palin, who took to Facebook today to invite American citizens to show their suppor…
Secretary of State John Kerry last month secretly sent $1.3 billion in U.S. military aid to Muslim Brotherhood-controlled Egypt, waiving the restrictions put in place by Congress to withhold such aid unless the country could meet certain democracy standards.
“Under U.S. law, for the $1.3 billion to flow the secretary of state must certify that the Egyptian government ‘is supporting the transition to civilian government, including holding free and fair elections, implementing policies to protect freedom of expression, association and religion, and due process of law’,” Reuters reports.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook at 1028 / 10:28 AM EDT:
Whether you agree or disagree with this soldier’s opinions, I think we can all agree that the apparent retribution he faced for proudly reading certain authors is outrageous.
I’d love to see more of America’s finest, our men and women in uniform, along with everybody else proudly and boldly reading more writings from patriots who pinpoint who is trying to kill our Constitution. Americans obviously need to know why it’s imperative we don’t roll over and succumb to these attempts to fundamentally transform America into a populace of sheep merely grazing, and then atrophying, under tyranny. This IS a battle between liberty and tyranny, as the title of Mark Levin’s book declares. The authors and commentators mentioned in the article linked below will help more of our loved ones understand this by articulately explaining what the radical Left’s leadership is doing to our country.
Yes, if more citizens would hear and read Rush, The Great One, et al., the empowerment of the average person would provide the energy and encouragement to take a stand and proclaim, “No more!”; It’s time. Troops – especially you – have fought for the freedoms enshrined in our Constitution. Your brothers and sisters have died in this battle to defend liberty. Please know that a grateful nation won’t let your sacrifices be in vain. We have your back.
I’d love to see pictures of our troops reading any of these apparently “”banned” pro-America books. Don’t show your face or name in the photo, perhaps just your liberty-loving hands around a liberty-loving book or hands on a radio dial tuning in to hear the aforementioned conservative leaders speak truth. What is the use in fighting and dying for freedom in far away countries if they take away freedom at home? Post a pic.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
President Reagan’s words ring true still today. Thank you to the boys of Pointe du Hoc and all those who have sacrificed and served to protect our freedoms. View President Reagan’s full speech here:
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
We're in for a helluva' ride, America. Obama just named Susan Rice as his National Security Adviser and nominated Samantha Power to replace Rice as our U.N. ambassador. Samantha Power is married to Cass Sunstein, the very, very strange Obama pick for an early "czar" position who wowed us with his numerous bizarre claims including the wacko belief that animals should have the right to sue in court, that hunting should be banned as genocide, and that pet ownership is akin to “slavery.” But Mrs. Cass Sunstein’s character judgment in choosing her life partner is the least of America's worries. Information about Obama's new picks will be revealed in coming days. Pay attention to who they are; what they stand for; and what their records, associations, and statements reveal about them and their intentions. Especially consider Obama's chosen ones as evidence of his skewed thinking as he "fundamentally transforms" our great nation.
Here's just a taste, as summarized by The Daily Caller:
"In 2002, President Barack Obama’s new nominee to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Samantha Power, proposed imposing a peace deal on Israelis and Palestinians militarily, even if such a policy alienated wealthy pro-Israel American Jews. 'I actually think in the Palestine-Israeli situation there is an abundance of information, and what we don’t need is some kind of early warning mechanism there,' Power said in an interview. 'What we need is a willingness to actually put something on the line in sort of helping the situation. And putting something on the line might mean alienating a domestic constituency of tremendous political and financial import,' she added laughing, clearly referring to American Jews and suggesting they were a great obstacle to moving toward peace between Israelis and Palestinians.”
"Isn't that lovely. Not only is she condescending toward American Jews, but her analysis also happens to be utterly wrong. The failure to achieve peace in the Middle East is not because wealthy American Jews have somehow manipulated America's leaders into thwarting peace, but rather because Palestinian leaders have consistently rejected generous Israeli peace offers for a state of their own. In fact, the wealthy American Jews that Power haughtily dismisses in the interview as obstacles to peace are very often staunch advocates of a two state solution. On another note, Power also once compared actions abroad to those of Nazi Germany. As the Washington Examiner's Philip Klein wryly noted on Twitter, 'Samantha Power is the UN Ambassador, who is supposed to represent US interests at the UN?'"
And these articles by TheBlaze, Breitbart.com, and Townhall should help wake up Obama supporters who naively and blindly (despite failure after failure and scandal after scandal) continue to give him the benefit of the doubt:
Nah, America… I shouldn't have prefaced this post with a warning to hang on because "we're in for a helluva' ride." Sorry. That was crass and inaccurate. I should have just said about Obama's judgment and unchecked power, "America, we are so screwed."
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
The government will bend the rules left and right to harass targeted taxpayers, conservative patriots, selected journalists, etc., but it will strictly exercise inconsistent and subjective rules to deny a child a shot at life. And they called us liars when we spoke of “death panels” – faceless bureaucrats coming between you and your doctor to make life and death decisions about a loved one’s survival. It doesn’t sound so far fetched anymore, does it?
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The U.S. health secretary said she won’t intervene in an “incredibly agonizing” transplant decision about a dying Pennsylvania girl, noting that three other children in the same hospital are just as sick.
He may be a US Marine and NY Police Department veteran, but J.W. Cortes agreed with Todd Palin that the toughest and most rewarding job in the world is being a dad. During his interview on the Palin Update with Kevin Scholla, Cortes said when he first met Todd, he did not know what to expect. Todd is not a “muscular looking pretty boy,” like some of the other celebrities on Stars Earn Stripes were. Cortes said he knew Todd was “my kind of guy” when Todd related how he pressed on in 2,000-mile Iron Dog race with a broken arm. Had Todd sought treatment on the spot, both he and his partner would have been out of the race.
Scholla said Todd has been generous with his time on the show and with other projects. Cortes said his friendship with Todd built over a year. He noticed Todd’s son Track – who had been deployed to Afghanistan – driving him to and from the set and related that his own son is autistic.
Cortes said his number one objective in the Combat Fishing Tournament was to meet and spend time with veterans. His second objective was to catch “a friggin’ halibut.” He achieved both objectives and caught an octopus along with several rock fish.
Cortes said he would like to see Combat Fishing catch on in coastal cities along the Eastern Seaboard. Inshore and from the surf, the New York area is known for striped bass, bluefish, fluke, flounder, and weakfish. Party and charter boats go off-shore for cod, mackerel, blackfish, sea bass, and tuna. He said the Combat Fishing Tournmament captains donated their boat space, fuel, and crew time “all with a smile.”
Cortes said in 1993, he had reached a crossroads and “was involved in the wrong thing”s back in his native New York. He joined the Marines, which he said saved his life. His proudest moment was putting his training to use in Iraq and it carried him through to his police career.
About Chris Kyle, Cortes described him as a humble, gentle, compassionate man who loved his fellow veterans and his children. Kyle did not know Cortes at all like everyone else on Stars Earn Stripes, but the men quickly became close friends. Kyle never questioned or belittled anyone’s service and was always re-assuring.
Overwhelming Joy in Serving Others
Cortes said he finds such joy in service to others that it is overwhelming. He does not see it as a job. In addition to his work with Autism Speaks, Cortes offers self-defense classes for women. He was raised in a low income family in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. He said, “I want to do more [service to others], bigger, and more frequently.”
He plans to pursue his acting career with the same intensity as he did his Marine Corps and NYPD work. Cortes regards entertainment as public service – helping people escape by riding along with a character.
Sarah Steelman said she was listening to golfers on her morning drive explain how “slow play” is the “world’s biggest problem” for them because it causes them to lose money. Steelman said the Obama administration has enthusiastically embraced “slow play” as a tool to make people forget about its many scandals. Thus, “slow play” could be one of Washington, D.C.’s biggest problems.
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J.W. Cortes is the guest on The Palin Radio Update with Kevin Scholla! Cortes, an actor and activist is a former U.S. Marine & NYPD Officer. He was Todd Palin’s operative on NBC’s “Stars Earn Stripes” and he has continued his friendship with the First Dude. Cortes talks to Kevin about Todd, fatherhood, Combat Fishing, Chris Kyle, and much more. The Palins have an Indy 500 adventure, Governor Palin honors those who have served, and a campaign to help Oklahoma tornado victims. Plus, Sarah Palin delivers the commencement address at a tiny high school in Republic, Washington (See video below). Also, Steel Resolve, our weekly commentary with Sarah Steelman is featured. Steelman tells us why President Obama is all about ‘slow play’ on and off the golf course.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
Was honored and inspired by the community of Republic, WA today. Todd and I travelled to this incredibly beautiful northwest community to honor the Class of 2013 as they received their diplomas and headed out into the real world. Republic is a special place – it might be small, but it is big on the values that built this great country. Republic exemplifies what makes America great – and it was an honor to thank them for it. To the Tigers of 2013 – thank you again for inviting me and inspiring me. Always remember your roots and never forget that kids from small schools can do big things. Our republic’s future is up to you!
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
Small town America is the soul of our country, despite the opinion of the Seattle Weekly’s Ellis Conklin and the lamestream media. Todd and I are on our way to congratulate the graduating class in Republic, Washington, this Saturday and I’m honored and touched by their ingenuity, tenacity, and invitation to speak to these young Americans about to begin their futures.
Small town America is our heart; it may not be the Ivy Leagues or what Ellis and the media deem acceptable, but these students and this town represent what is good and right about America and the small towns where most of us grew our own roots and values.
Too often the media forgets its own humble roots and plays the elitist card. Not so this weekend. We are going to congratulate the Tigers of 2013 and have something special for each and every one. They will grow to defend our country, manage our economy, build our families, and work to achieve each of their own personal dreams.
Sorry, Seattle Weekly, you, as usual, miss the point.
by Kevin Scholla as published at Breitbart Sports. Reprinted in its entirety.
It turned out to be quite a Sunday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Tony Kanaan drank the milk after years of hard luck. The Brazilian finally captured the Indianapolis 500. To say this win was a popular one would be a gross understatement. The fan favorite was even cheered by the losing drivers after his victory. Many watched the race from home while hundreds of thousands were there to take it all in live, including Todd and Sarah Palin.
The Palins, self-proclaimed motor heads, had super seats for the race too. After spending time in the pit of Sarah Fisher’s team, the former governor and First Gentleman of Alaska enjoyed the day from a suite, guests of former Indy 500 winner Parnelli Jones. The Palins met Jones through Walker Evans, a mutual friend. Jones was Walker’s mentor.
Todd Palin told Breitbart Sports the thrill of this race and all that comes with it is like no other.
“We were with hundreds of thousands of people cheering, enjoying the race, and honoring the military,” Palin said. “It’s America at its best. Sarah and I had a great time today.”
Before the race, the Palins took part in a ceremony for Jones. “It was an unbelievable privilege to watch Parnelli honored for the anniversary of his win here in 1963,” Todd Palin said. “To hang out with Parnelli Jones, Bobby Unser, and Walker Evans is an honor. I mean that’s the greatest generation. These guys are such great role models. I could listen to their stories all day long.”
Although snow machines and Indy cars are very different, as an Iron Dog racing champion, there are some similarities to which Todd Palin can relate.
“The whole package of getting sponsors, assembling teams and crews, choosing drivers, I appreciate it,” Palin said. “I’m just impressed with the whole operation.”
Now that the Palins have taken in the Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR races, perhaps this Iron Dog veteran will get a chance sometime to get behind the wheel of a race car.
“Hopefully one day I can go around the track somewhere,” Palin said. “It just looks like fun.”
For now, though, after an incredible experience thanks to Parnelli Jones, the Palins plan on returning the favor. Jones will turn 80 in August and for his birthday, Todd Palin plans on bringing the racing legend to Alaska.
‘We’re going to take him up to Fairbanks and do some caribou hunting,” Palin said.
An incredible Indianapolis 500 experience is over for Todd and Sarah Palin. The memories and friendships however seem likely to endure.
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin today posted this Status Update on Facebook:
A big thank you to the wonderful flight attendants and crew on our US Airways flight today from Indianapolis who gave heartfelt shout-outs over the intercom to our military and to veterans who’ve sacrificed so much for our freedom. The airlines offered our service members onboard free food and asked us all to pass along a special thank you to those we know in the service. It was so encouraging to see open and genuine respect for our men and women in uniform who so richly deserve the respect and honor of a grateful nation.
The Speech A Time For Choosing