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God, our Almighty God, has heard our prayers and allowed people to be put in place to potentially save this country from very evil people. Remember that, return to Him and live. The book of Daniel details where God says He establishes kingdoms, and, He takes them away. If people turn to Him, things will be good. If they turn their backs on Him, it will go very poorly for the survivors.

USS MOUNT WHITNEY, Eastern Mediterranean, Aug. 27, 2006 – Navy Vice Adm. J. “Boomer” Stufflebeem, commander of Joint Task Force Lebanon, assigned two task force commanders to lead critical elements of his newly formed organization as part of assuming authority for U.S. military operations here on Aug. 23, officials here announced today. Air Force Col. Brad Webb will command Task Force “Alpha,” consisting of air and land components, while Navy Capt. John Nowell will lead Task Force “Bravo,” consisting of maritime assets in the joint operating area. “These task force commanders have responsibility for the air, land and sea support...

NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- Naval Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) stood up Riverine Group 1 during an establishment ceremony at Naval Amphibious Base (NAB) Little Creek, May 25. According to Rear Adm. Donald Bullard, NECC’s commander, Riverine Group 1 is just one element of the newly created NECC, which integrates all war fighting requirements for expeditionary combat and combat support elements so the Navy is more capable, responsive and effective in the global war on terrorism (GWOT). “We know there are many areas around the world where rivers are the main lines of communication,” said Bullard. “We, the Navy, need to...

The FBI has established a Website to make it easier for the public to pass along tips on corrupt government officials, FBI Director Robert Mueller said Thursday. More than 1,000 corrupt government employees have been convicted in the last two years as a result of FBI investigations, many of which begin with tips, Mueller said. While there are 2,200 federal, state and local public corruption cases pending, Mueller said even more went unreported out of indifference, fear of retribution or because witnesses were unsure what to do with the information. "There is a growing intolerance by the American people of...

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy established a new Web site Sept. 11 focused exclusively on providing information to Sailors, Navy Civilians and their family members affected by Hurricane Katrina. The site, http://usnavykatrinahelp.spawar.navy.mil, serves as a comprehensive reference for how the hurricane may have affected personnel-related matters including pay, healthcare, legal assistance, orders and other professional matters. In addition, the site provides links to resources for Navy members and their families, including the Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society, the American Red Cross, and other news and information sites. "Services and support are available for the members of our Navy family - Sailors,...

RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFPN) -- In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the Air Force Aid Society has established a nationwide relief fund to help Air Force families affected by the hurricane. Donations to the AFAS Hurricane Relief Fund will be accepted directly from individuals, corporations and organizations, both military and civilian. Monetary contributions may be made by check or credit card. Credit card donations may be made by calling (703) 607-3073 or (800) 769-8951 or by a secure online credit card form located on the Air Force Aid Society Web site at www.afas.org. Checks should be made out...