Category Archives: Op Ed

Posted by August 26, 2018 Op Ed, Politics, The Voice Behind The Door No Comments

We Know Where Our Outrage is Liberals, Where is Yours?

A Thief Thinks Everyone Steals

It’s been a great week for those on the left. They live each day hating the current administration. The number of people close to President Trump who have been caught cheating or lying is staggering.

Mr. Cohen admitted to NOT paying taxes on more than $4 million in income.

I could go on, but we all know who’s been caught and for what, that’s not what I want to talk about.

The crowing from the left has been staggering. They cry,

“Where’s the outrage from the right?”

The answer is, “Right here.”

I’m a conservative. I vote Republican. I don’t like liars and cheats.

If people that are close to President Trump committed crimes and are convicted (or plead guilty) then they should go to prison.

Let them rot.

Does that mean I’m a bad Republican for believing in honesty?

No.

I’m thrilled with the progress being made on Nafta. It seems the tariffs have indeed pushed China into a bad spot. It should be noted, I did NOT agree with the tariffs. I’m PRO free-trade. But, I’m also willing to admit when I’m wrong.

The thing that has me riled up is the belief from the left that those on the right are NOT disgusted with the folks close to Trump who have been caught.

They think that because WE are NOT posting our OUTRAGE on FB that we aren’t disappointed in these individuals. We are. We expect better of those on the right.

The reason I’m not posting my disgust is the same reason I’m not posting my happiness at the state of the economy.

The Liberal Hate Machine Keeps Me in the Closet on the Right

Do you know what else disgusts me?

Hillary deleted 22,000 emails from her personal server after it was subpoenaed. I’m not a legal expert, I don’t have a law degree like Ms. Clinton, but I don’t think THAT is legal.

I could list all the Bill and Hillary crimes, but that’s not the point.

The point is that THE LEFT wonders where all the outrage is because they assume there isn’t any. They remember the excuses and lies they told themselves to justify loving President Clinton when he abused women or lied to Congress.

There was no problem with letting people die in Benghazi because getting a second term for President Obama was more important.

Furthermore, Liberals can’t imagine NOT being hypocrites. It’s “all is fair in love and war” that is their mantra.

A Liberal Thinks Everyone Steals

So, they dance and sing because their hated rivals have had a few criminals in their ranks (it is the exception and NOT the rule). Then they will go back to ignoring Elizabeth Warren’s cultural appropriation of Cherokee Nation to further her academic career at Harvard Law.

They will never understand that we on the right are NOT hypocrites as a rule. We don’t like cheating.

If the day comes that President Trump is convicted of a crime, then I’ll stop supporting him. I’ll support the new flag bearer of the Republican party. I’ll hope that they continue to move the ball forward. To clean up the mess that President Obama left behind.

I expect better of Republicans.

I hope you do, too.

 

Mollie Tibbetts
Posted by August 23, 2018 Op Ed, The Closet On The Right One Comment

Mollie Tibbetts: Would She Approve of Politicizing Her Death?

On Tuesday, August 21st, 2018, Mollie Tibbett’s missing person case ended in the worst possible way.  Her father, Rob Tibbetts confirmed that the body of the young woman found in Iowa was in fact, Mollie.

Her alleged killer, Christian Behana Rivera, was in this country illegally.  His employer, Yarrabee Farms confirmed today that they did complete background checks prior to employing Rivera.

However,  that the documentation he provided, did not, in fact, belong to him.

Upon learning this information, the politicizing of Mollie Tibbett’s death became the main focus for conservatives and Republicans all the way up to 45 himself.

This horrific event is more proof in a very long list of events that could have been prevented if America would strengthen its borders.  Blocking illegal immigrants from entering our country would have a clear impact on reducing crime.

Democrats are actively deflecting the fact that Mollie’s killer was in the country illegally. Obviously, it only damages their case for open borders and abolishing ICE. Senator Elizabeth Warren redirected a question yesterday about Rivera to the fact that children were being separated at the border.

Much of the focus has now shifted to Mollie’s killer.  The political firestorm surrounding Rivera is overshadowing who Mollie is as a person.  Instead, she becomes the new face of political arguments that will be used as irrefutable evidence of necessary change.

Mollie’s voice has been taken from her.  She cannot speak for herself anymore.  So I went on a search to learn more about Mollie Tibbetts to answer a nagging question in my mind:

Would Mollie Tibbetts Be OK with Politicizing Her Death?

To learn more about Mollie, I went to the most obvious place to learn more about a twenty-year-old college student. Twitter.

It didn’t take me long to discover that she was definitely not a fan of President Trump and was an outspoken Democrat.  Many of her posts focus on mental health and women’s health.  She was a Planned Parenthood advocate and was not shy to engage with conservatives in all the ways she viewed them as wrong.

Aside from the social issues she was passionate about, Mollie seems like she was a normal, bubbly young girl.  She loved her friends and told them often. Her day to day life was filled with the normal college student obstacles.  She was very open about her struggles with insecurity and mental health.  Her battle with her body image was a huge struggle in her life.  Perhaps it was what influenced her choice in major?

Immigration and other social issues didn’t seem to be important to her, though.  In my quest to get to know Mollie better, I stumbled on a few tweets that might give a clue to how she felt about it.

Now, before anyone goes all judge and jury, let me just say that this tweet does not in any way justify what happened to her.  No one and I mean NO ONE deserves to lose their life because of a tweet, comment, political opinion or otherwise.  The only reason I have included this tweet is to gain a better understanding of Mollie as a person.

Based on what limited knowledge of Mollie we have, I think it would be safe to say that Mollie would not approve of being the new poster girl for Immigration Reform.  In addition to this, her family is fighting back against it.

Mollie’s Family Takes on Conservatives

This has been a rough week for the Tibbetts family.  The search for her carried on for weeks and the outcome was everyone’s worst fear.

Since the media firestorm is now in overdrive, many of her family members are pushing back against the conservatives stating the obvious.

Please remember, Evil Comes in All Colors.- Billie Jo Calderwood, Mollie’s Aunt

As you can see, Mollie’s family is not ok with anyone using her name for a political change.  I think it’s safe to say that if Mollie were still alive and the victim was someone else, she would feel the same way.  We don’t know this for sure, obviously but the signs point to such.

This leads me to my next question:

Should A Victim Be Used to Prove a Political Point, Even if They Themselves Would Not Approve?

I’m curious to see the community reactions on this topic.

In one hand, the parallel between Mollie’s killer, Kate Steinle’s Killer and other violent criminals who are also illegals cannot be ignored.

So despite the family’s objections, is the cause greater than their cries against it?  Without indisputable evidence, can change really take place?  Is preventing more crimes like this more important than respecting the family’s wishes?

I’m not sure.

Mollie was an in intelligent, passionate young girl full of hope.  Her future was bright.

I know that change needs to happen.  We need better border security despite the left’s cries that doing so is a violation of human rights.

What I can’t seem to get past is:

Is being a catalyst for change more important than truly remembering what Mollie Tibbetts stood for and believed in her own life?

Please let me know your thoughts in the comments and come join the conversation on Facebook!

 

Posted by August 6, 2018 Op Ed, Opinion, The Closet On The Right 5 Comments

Pedophiles in the LGBT: Access Denied

NO.  Pedophiles are NOT welcome in the LGBT Community.  Article over.

Just kidding. I actually have a lot to say about this because I have ZERO TOLERANCE for two kinds of people, those who hurt children and animals.

So if you’re here looking for an ally or support, leave now because this isn’t going to end well for you.

About a month ago, I saw a Tedx video of a woman calmly explaining that pedophilia is a natural human attraction.

She begins in a very sing-song voice proclaiming that “Jonas” a Munich Law student is a closeted pedophile who is attracted to female children between the ages of 6 and 12 years old.

Her tone and demeanor are obviously seeking to invoke sympathy for Jonas, painting him as a tortured, suppressed individual who must hide from his family and others.

She continues to attempt to distinguish “pedophilia” as a normal sexual attraction that can be homosexual, bisexual or heterosexual in nature.  Furthermore, this sexual orientation of “pedophilia” must not be confused with sexual abuse which is obviously illegal.

 

Exactly, Ryan Gosling. Exactly.

I was unable to find the recording date of this TEDx talk, but I do know that it was preceded by a Salon.com article telling the story of a Virtuous Pedophile.

In the story, they explain how a “virtuous pedophile” is a person who has an attraction to children but does not act on it.  (Give this guy a medal)

All this new positive media coverage seems to have emboldened the closet perverts to start peering out from whatever hole they’ve been living in and make an attempt to rebrand themselves.

Pedo SymbologyNow, pedophiles and their advocates refer to themselves as “MAP and “NOMAP”.  These stand for “Minor-Attracted Person” and “Non-Offending Minor Attracted Person”.  They have a flag and are actively trying to latch onto the LGBT community.

Their claim is that their attraction is a uncontrollable sexuality that is the same as homosexuality, bisexuality, and heterosexuality.  They have no control over it, therefore, we must normalize it and accept it.

They were born this way.

Love is Love.

Right? WRONG.

You may not be able to control your sexual attraction, however, there is one major defining factor that can not be overcome.  CONSENT.

Those of us in the LGBT community only engage with others in the LGBT community when both individuals are CONSENTING ADULTS.  End of story.

The pathetic attempt to rename or rebrand these predators is just that, pathetic.

I can rename cyanide to be “fast-acting indefinite sleep-aid”, and it doesn’t mean I can just purchase it at my local Walgreens.

Or perhaps we should start calling nuclear warheads, “population reboot button”.

It actually works both ways if you think about it.

If pedophiles are in fact a Minor-Attracted person, then you should start calling abortion what it really is.  MURDER.

But Lynzee, if they are “non-offending” and want to seek treatment so they don’t hurt anyone, shouldn’t you be supportive?

Great question. In theory, yes.

However, in my opinion, those individuals would have to register, seek treatment that is supervised, medication and allow their electronic devices to be monitored.  What person would actually want to live that way regardless of how “virtuous” they claim to be?

On the other hand, if we vilify them and treat them like the predators they are, they will stay in hiding which could potentially lead to a collapse in personal will-power.

So what is the answer? I have no idea because I’m not a psychologist who specializes in this type of mental illness.  I don’t know what the likelihood of them offending is.

However, none of this even begins to cover “Minor-Attracted People”.  Let’s not forget about them.

Since they don’t have “Non-Offending” attached to their new shiny name, does that mean they are actively pursuing a relationship with a minor?  If so, I have a new sleep-aid that just became available on the market.

And that’s the nicest possible version of what you would experience if I ever come in contact with you.

So let me be very clear, normalizing this will never make it ok.  We will not let you attach yourselves onto this community at any cost.

YOU ARE NOT WELCOME.

 

Please sign this Petition to tell pedophiles you are not welcome in the LGBT Community.

Say NO To Pedophiles using the LGBT Movement as a vessel to normalize their crimes.

 

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Posted by July 31, 2018 Op Ed, Opinion, The Closet On The Right One Comment

Will the Real Democratic Party, Please Stand Up?

Will the real democratic party, please stand up?

We know you are out there, supporting your cause.  Your voices have become lost in the sea of hysteria and we desperately need you to come forward.

America’s two-party system relies on having two STRONG, reliable and, sane parties to represent it’s citizens equally.  Each side of the aisle coming to the table and working to compromise and govern.

Democrats and Republicans are like Calvin and Hobbes. (Omg I’m such a millennial) Each side equally ornery in their own right but essential to the story.  Without one, there would be no books filled with heartwarming adventures, subtle philosophical insights, and generationally appropriate growth.

Without the Democratic Party, there wouldn’t be; America: Chapter 45.

So, as a Conservative who’s life has been impacted tremendously like the positive consequences of your battles (Gay Marriage), I implore the real Democratic Party to please stand up.

Your party is being swallowed by militant, intolerant and radical activists.  Black Lives Matter, Antifa, and Feminists are literally taking your party hostage with their messages of “You’re either with us or against us” rhetoric.  They use violence, vulgarity and “shock value” to get their voices heard, rather than respectful conversation and compromise.

And here’s the problem: I don’t see any of you standing up to them. 


The Democratic Party has become so fear-based that even your leaders have joined in on the vitriol, condoning harassment, and violent public disobedience.  You are afraid to stand up and say, “You’ve gone too far.  This isn’t what we stand for.  This isn’t how we make progress”. Even the media has caved to the pressure.

We all see it with your half-hearted attempts to vilify something that the leaders of your own party openly campaigned and advocated for just a few short years ago.  Do not tell me that your President cared more about families and border separations than we do because if you believe that then I have a Libyan prince who wants to chat with you about your inheritance. You’re afraid that if you disagree with their METHODS, you will be labeled a racist, a Nazi, a bigot or a homophobe.

You are afraid that if you condemn the violence, the vandalism and complete disregard for others’ humanity, you will put a target on your own back even though you support the underlying message.

I have yet to see a single Liberal or Democratic friend of mine openly, and confidently speak out against the groups who have resorted to such unacceptable levels of behavior.

Instead, you subtly agree or show your support thru watered down messages and articles that selectively highlight pieces of information that fit your narrative.

 

Antifa Rally Charlottesville
Source: Far Left Watch

Instead, you call anything we do the work of Russian bots and scream that Russia is interfering with our digital media.

How convenient that you don’t see members of Antifa carrying Soviet Russian Flags and the Communist Hammer/Sickle on their Audi keychain.

How convenient that you are terrified of the threat of Russia and their president when people on your side are openly and aggressively campaigning for the most radical and tyrannical part of Russian history.

They’re fighting racists though, right?  So it’s ok.

Ironically, every single Conservative, Republican or Libertarian I know openly condemns racism and white supremacy.  Don’t believe me?  Here’s a clip of the “Proud Boys” rejecting a white supremacist group from joining their rally.

Now, let me just say that I do not support the Proud Boys or necessarily what they stand for.  Just like anything alt-left, I equally and strongly condemn anything considered alt-right.  My point is simply that even if the rightest of right groups publicly rejects racism, then it basically destroys the entire argument that conservatives are racist.

I need you to let go of your hate and resentment for a few minutes to realize what may be at stake.  Walk out your front door and take a long hard look around your neighborhood.  The next time you get your coffee or even hold open a door for a stranger, there is a human wanting to coexist peacefully in this country with you.

Chances are, they do not agree with you on everything.  Chances are, you may not like this person or want them in your life.  Chances are, this person plays an important role in our society and more directly, in your community.

No matter how seemingly small our roles are within this universe, our humanity and our contribution to society with our ideas and beliefs are important.

So please, I’m begging you.  Will the real Democratic Party, please stand up?

 

 

 

Posted by July 31, 2018 Guest Post, Op Ed, Opinion 3 Comments

Guest Post: I Just Need to Get This Off My Chest

I need to get this off my chest…

…I fear what lies ahead.

In all honesty, I’m desperately hoping I’m not the only person who is afraid.  I need validation for the sense of despair I have for the future of America.  The unfounded hysteria spewing forth from the left is worrisome.

When I hear and see the liberal media, celebrities, and people losing their collective minds over anything and everything our President does or says…I feel disgusted and anger from the pit of my stomach.  It literally makes me sick.  Not so much because I disagree with what their vision is for our country…but the fact that they are so closed minded and egotistical. They truly believe that it’s their way or the highway.  There is no compromise or hey let’s have on an open discussion to see what we all can agree on. Its only name-calling, ridicule, riots, protests, and violence.  Because that’s what peaceful, tolerant, anti-war, inclusive and civilized individuals do, right?

I would love to believe that Americans truly have the same beautiful vision for the future of this amazing country we are so blessed to live in.  However, I am beginning to wonder if it’s just wishful thinking.

The world we are now living in seems foreign to me…

…almost like a nightmare.

Children are attacked, threatened and harassed because they are brave enough to stand up for their beliefs, politicians condone harassment and violence against American citizens because of who they voted for, Police officers are demonized, and criminals are victimized, disrespect towards our military is increasing, being a patriotic American is offensive and our freedom of speech and 2nd amendment rights are in imminent danger of being stripped away.

Sometimes I wonder if we are looking at a civil war in our future.

Is this what the left is hoping comes to pass?

Are they seeing just how far they can push us until we finally snap? Then they can say, see they are the crazy, violent ones, those evil, racist, Nazi, homophobic Conservatives.

Violence Against Trump Supporter
Source: Breibart News

It’s happened before.

When people feel like their way of life, their rights, their freedoms are being threatened what recourse do they have but defend it?  Wouldn’t you? Don’t they realize if America fails, not only will we suffer, but the rest of the world will as well?  We are always there to help others in need. Americans are truly the most compassionate and giving people on the planet, but if we can’t take care of ourselves how can we help anyone else?

If something drastic doesn’t change soon, I am afraid the America I have always known and loved will forever be lost. The very ideals and principles that so many men and women have fought and died for and still defend this very day seem to be fading away before my eyes.

So, I pray.

I pray that God will open eyes and hearts before it’s too late.  I pray that somewhere, someone will start a conversation…a simple conversation with people that are willing to listen to one another without judgment or arrogance.

I pray for forgiveness…because I don’t want to be angry

I want to be a part of the solution, not the problem.  I will hold tight to my faith and cling to hope.

There is always hope.

Posted by July 26, 2018 Op Ed, The Voice Behind The Door 8 Comments

The Voice Behind The Door: Introduction

The fear is crippling.

My mind races with ideas.

I want to share…but I can’t.

This life is wonderful. Each day I sell. And from my products, I make a good living. A better living than I’ve ever made before. It’s nice to have a diet that isn’t forty percent Ramen noodles. I just bought a couch and it arrives tomorrow. A new couch that didn’t fill me with stress about whether I could afford it.

There will be long football Saturdays spent on the couch as watch my teams and achieve a happiness that can only be known when the leaves start to turn.

Outside, though, a tempest has been raging for some time.

It has engulfed the world.

Many have chosen sides. The slings and arrows of vitriol bring down people every day. I’ve watched them fall from both sides of the aisle.

Anti Republican Lies

And I cower.

In my closet.

It’s lonely in here. It’s dark. I’m afraid.

What sort of person lets other people fight the battle? Cowardice weighs heavy on my heart, but still, the risk is real. I depend upon the sales of my products. If I came out and declared who I was, what I believed in, and tried to have a conversation about the solutions I feel are best for the country, there would be retribution.

It is easy to leave a one-star review.

 

My products, which I’ve poured years into developing and marketing, are like my children. I adore them. To watch each fall at the hands of angry bitter leftist rebels scares me to death.

And they would fall.

A tweet.

A post.

A call-to-arms, “Get him, he is a REPUBLICAN, he must die. Cut off his lifeline. Destroy his means of living. Bury him,” would surely come.

I hide.

I need an outlet, though.  A place for my ideas to flow freely.  I know that it would be more than just a form of therapy for me, but my hope is that it will reach others who feel the same.

Perhaps someday we can all gather the courage to come out of this Conservative Closet together.  Perhaps, someday I won’t have to.

Each day I read the testimonials. With every story, a tiny seed of hope is planted. The heroic stands taken by so many lifts me up. I can see where the movement is going. I’m filled with joy…and maybe a little less fear.

And to the brave souls who are fighting, Lynzee, Brandon, and all the others, this is my contribution.

I dedicate this forum to helping those on both sides understand the fear that many of us live with day in and day out.  I dedicate this forum to regaining my voice.  I dedicate this forum to giving you back yours.

 

I am The Voice Behind the Door.

 

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