A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 8-07-02

Billie and DaisyScarlett

[daisyscarlett]

A Few of FR's Finest.....
......Every Day

FR is a Treasure Trove of talented, compassionate, patriotic, wonderful people who gather every day to discuss the latest news and issues;  salute
and support our military and our leaders;  tell a few jokes;  learn a new
word;  write poetry;  pray for those in need;  and congratulate those who
are deserving. Thank you, Jim Robinson, for giving us the vehicle in which
we can express ourselves.

Free Republic made its debut in September, 1996, and the forum was added in early 1997.  I
can remember lurking when there were only a few regulars who posted, and now there are over 60,000 who have registered for posting privileges. The forum is read daily by tens of thousands
of concerned citizens and patriots from all around the country and the world.

A Few of FR's Finest November 11, 2001

So many people have written me since my original Veteran's Day Tribute, asking how they, or a loved one, could be included in that tribute. Since I can no longer add the photos to the body of the thread, I've been including them in additional posts as I received enough to make another collage.

Still that doesn't seem to be enough. I think there's never been a better nor more appropriate time to keep the faces of our own Veterans and Active Military in front of FReepers--every day! That's why I wanted to do yet another Daily Thread .....ABOUT FReepers .....and FOR FReepers. But not only about our Military FReepers; for all FReepers! Wouldn't it be nice to get to know a few of the other FReepers as well? That's why, in addition to seeing FR's Finest Military Personnel every day, I thought it might be fun to feature a different FReeper (or FReepers) each day. If you would like to be pictured, or know someone who would, please FReepmail me and we'll turn the spotlight - on YOU - for the day!

And do let me know if you'd like your picture added to the groups of Veterans/Active Military below. I will keep this page updated, and continue to add them to the comment section of the original Veteran's Day thread as well.

TOP: Logos, SwedeGirl's hubby, Neil E Wright, FallGuy, 1John, Sneakypete
MIDDLE:  T'wit, COB1, LadyX, Dick Bachert, 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub
BOTTOM:  YankeeinSC, Delta21, JoeSixPack1

TOP:  Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet

MIDDLE:  4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga

BOTTOM:  Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc

TOP:  mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette

MIDDLE:  Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid

BOTTOM:  gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf

TOP:  porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP

MIDDLE:  RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian

BOTTOM:  USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma

TOP:  spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68

MIDDLE:  FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797
BOTTOM:  usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack

TOP:  g'nad, AgThorn's son Justin, SLB, AgThorn's son Brett

MIDDLE:  fish70, razorback-bert, CheneyChick,Leroy S Mort, Mark17

BOTTOM:  Terry's Take, Taxman, DinkyDau

TOP:  ValerieUSA's son Grant, SK1Thurman, kd5cts, RangerVetNam,

dansangel and .45man's son-in-law Tony

BOTTOM:  rangerX, Old China Hand, Trish, Howlin's dad, Mustang

TOP: ohioWfan's son, MamaBear's father-in-law, MamaBear's dad, ladtx

MIDDLE:  The Mayor's niece, M.Kehoe, Beach_Babe's son-in-law

BOTTOM:  deadhead's dad, HiJinx, Severa's hubby, viligantcitizen's granddad.

TOP: Q6-God, Scan59, Mama Bear and JKPhoto's son, ofMagog

MIDDLE:  Big'ol_freeper, JustAmy's great uncle, Prodigal Son

BOTTOM:  JustAmy's husband, JustAmy's brother-in-law, JustAmy's brother.

                     

ONE OF FR'S FINEST

GailA
Memphis TN FReeper Since 7-01-98

"Tennessee Activist Extraordinaire"
As many readers of FR Forum know, the state of Tennessee has been involved in a fight over the imposition of a state income tax for the past few years. This is not only a monetary issue but it is also a fight to keep constitutional rights protected because the Tennessee Constitution expressly prohibits an income tax. GailA has worked tirelessly against the imposition of this income tax.

"What Did GailA Do?"
She did many things. She collected and disseminated information from several sources including the five major newspapes in Tennessee and the internet. She not only posted this information on the FR Forum, she also distributed it to the media of Tennessee including the talk shows. She posted articles constantly on FR Her editiorial comments and discussions were calm, accurate and pointed. She read articles posted on FR regarding income tax and budgetary problems and solutions of other States and made this information available to the local media and talk show hosts.

The imposition of a Tennessee State Income Tax was voted down recently but GailA and her fellow FReepers and other citizens of Tennessee continue to fight on for Conservative causes and to watch-dog the "State Congress Critters" so that unnecessary spending is curtailed and no new taxes are proposed.

Tennessee Income Tax Protest Nashville TN August 2001

GailA supported and attended the anti-Income Tax rally which was held in the state capital, Nashville, in August 2001. Over 5000 people attended this rally including several FReepers.. GailA enjoyed this experience immensely and she carried a sign which prominently mentioned www.freerepublic.com. Read all about the tax protest here.

THROW AWAY THE KEYS

On April 11, 1989 GailA and her family suffered a horrific tragedy. Since that time, GailA has created and maintained a five page WebSite which is linked here above and is also linked on her Profile Page. One of the goals of this Website is to "Keep Convicted Murderers Incarcerated". GailA frequently posts articles on the Forum and conducts discussions about convicted murderers up for parole.

Sidebar: During the Presidential Election, GailA solicited the aide of then VP Gore, a native of Tennessee, to help prevent the early release and parole of her son's convicted murderer. His response, reminescent of "No Controlling Legal Authority", was that "he couldn't constitutionally help her". WND ran stories on this rather cold-hearted reply and it undoubtedly cost Mr. Gore some valuable votes in his bid to carry his home state of Tennessee in the election.

"Gore Free Tennesee by George"

During W's campaign GailA did everything she possibly could to aid in the election George W. Bush Specifically, GailA worked at Bush Campaign Headquarters in Memphis for about six weeks, stood outside polling places carrying W signs and, as she puts it, "ran her mouth off" on local talk radio.

In Her Own Words:
"FR has made me broaden my horizons, made me think, made me stronger and made me want to be more like our Founding Fathers. We can no longer just let the socialist and marxist keep making the rules which take our freedoms away from us. I want America to be a better place for my 8 1/2 month old grandson. I want Matthew to grow up in the America I once knew. Where our military was honored not spat on. Where our mom's didn't have to work to supply the taxman with ever increasing amounts of money to squander on those who refuse to work. Or to line some crooked pols pocket, all the while they cry you don't give your fair share to their socialist programs. I remember when those programs didn't exist. Family helped family. Now nanny government doles you out a tiny bit of help that leaves you with a damaged pride."

GailA, you are One of Tennessee's Finest and you are One of America's Finest and we are proud to present you today as

ONE OF FR'S FINEST

[daisyscarlett]

Oops, my previous post to you should have said "one of the people you pray for" cause I do know you pray for many....

[Billie]

Good morning, dear Amy! Did you sleep well last night? You had such a busy day Monday, hope you got to rest a little yesterday and last night. :)

[daisyscarlett]

There were other things folks did in Tenn. to protest the proposed tax which I did not include in my article but I would like to talk about now. Mainly the hornblowing in Nashville near the Capitol.....Evidently horns honked all the time in protest of the tax...Is that correct? I would love for someone to come on the thread and talk about the hornblowing. I saw it alluded to many times but never quite go the gist of it...

[Billie]

Hi, dixie. I didn't know very much about Gail until reading her profile; she is, indeed, to be admired for her strength, will, and determination. It is so wonderful to get to know some FReepers this way that otherwise we might not.

We have two more really interesting FReepers ready to read about this week, and already working on next week's lineup! :)

[daisyscarlett]

Glad to see you here again. You keep coming back and we just love it when newbies return again and again....

[ST.LOUIE1]

Good morning, Ms.Daisy.

Strange, you look just like Mama_Bear today. : )

Nice thread. : )

[daisyscarlett]

Oh I forgot all about Davy Crockett being from Tennessee-a link between Tennessee and Texas.....how kewl.....

[Billie]

Good morning, FWI - yes, another WONDERFUL spotlight today! Gosh, FReepers are something else! (Thank you, Jim Robinson! Where would we be without him?!)

[ST.LOUIE1]

Good morning, Ms.Angel.

Have a wonderful day!

Thanks for the hug. : )

[dutchess]

What an impressive freeper you are GailA. I have loved the Tennessee taxfree protests and how your legislators are getting "thwarted" at every move. Wish we could rally the media to support such efforts in DC...

I had forgotton about your fight with early parole and your home page brought tears to my eyes. Mr. D. is a prosecutor and his office is constantly fighting early parole for convicted violent offenders. So many people are apathetic, including the victims in some cases. It's grassroots efforts like yours that really impact the decisions of the parole board. Keep up the good fight!

[daisyscarlett]

You are right...it is amazing to learn about all the Finest FReepers we have. And so many of them are multi-faceted, also. Thanks for lovely picture and music, as always......

[Billie]

Good morning! Thank you both for coming to salute Gail, and hope you'll come back again!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Morning, Pippi!!!

Don't be running away today. : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

Morning, Pippi!!!

Don't be running away today. : )

[Billie]

Hi, Gail - glad to see you've arrived this morning! Have been to your beautiful state and visited the grand ole Smoky Mountains! It is God's Country!

[Billie]

Hi, Pip! Good morning to you - hope you have a spectacular day! :)

[daisyscarlett]

Your posts are always so interesting. What a varied and interesting life you have led. Thanks for sharing.

[Billie]

Hi, JL! Always know it's your post even before seeing the sig! Love the names you find to address your posts!

Not to mention the absolutely awesome graphics! You just keep on, don't let anyone stop you, hear?!

[Billie]

'Morning, AuntBee! Have a super duper day!

[Mama_Bear]

Daisy, Billie is right, you just keep getting better and better. Thank you for introducing us to GailA.

Welcome to all of you who have come to the Finest thread to salute GailA. We love to see new faces here and we hope you will return everyday to meet and greet the new featured FReeper.

To those who stop by every day to say hello and congratulate our FReeper in the spotlight, thank you! You all are an important part of our Finest Family.