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Just got back from the Arnold Rally in Santa Clarita. There were around 1,000 people in attendance - my educated guess - and his comments were on the short side. Schwarzenegger's appearance was made after an appearance of Darrell Issa. Many in the crowd didn't seem to know Issa was there to wave at them and greet them with a wave of his hand (there was no Master of Ceremonies). I recognized him right away. He deserved more of an applause than he got - which was scant. Arnold said basically a quick campaign recap of his stump speech: let's...

Are you confused about what "marriage" really means today? INTRODUCTION Many people, even Christians, are confused by the arguments they are hearing today on the subject of homosexual marriage. Superficially, what the advocates are saying may seem fair and logical. Scratch the surface, however, and you'll find that their assertions don't hold up. This booklet contains some of the frequently asked questions and often-heard statements about this important issue, along with the answers that will help you in the debate. This is a cataclysmic social battle, and it will be with us for some time to come. No Christian, no...

All I really needed to know about being a televangelist I learned selling cars. This wisdom was not found in churches or classrooms, but in an oil-stained lot on East Street. These are the things I learned: *Share only the good things. *Play on emotions. *People love gimmicks. *Never tell the cost up front. *Numbers DO matter. *Offer a variety of payment plans. *Be sure to push extended warranties. *Remember, pulling out a few dents and slapping on a coat of paint can make anything look good. *Think out of the box. Why sell standard cars and basic salvation? The...

Arnold wows fairground crowd More than 1,300 show up to hear GOP candidate speak This story appeared in the Antelope Valley Press on Tuesday, September 16, 2003. By HEATHER LAKE Valley Press Staff Writer LANCASTER - More than 1,300 politically starstruck people stood and cheered at the new Antelope Valley Fairgrounds Monday night as they heard GOP candidate Arnold Schwarzenegger tell them how he, as the next Governor of California, plans to take back the Golden State. Conjuring memories of one of his "Terminator" action films, the actor called October 7 "Judgement day" to begin the turnaround of California's battered...