Rules for Political Activists and Firebrands

First off, let me say, yes Rush Limbaugh went too far and I'm glad he apologized.

Now, if you please, denounce this too:



However, Ms. Fluke is a Political Activist, trained for a non-binding House Committee hearing hosted by Speaker Pelosi; Rush Limbaugh is the Rights Political Firebrand and until Mike Malloy gets off the radio, the Left is not short of them either.

Each person has a role on the Political stage -- only closed minded people would deny either a place in it.  (Again, have you ever heard Mike Malloy's Hate Speech? -- If he can wish for the Right to die, should I return the favor?)

Since I have been busy writing something for RPLAC and CRP, my time has been taken away from the Valley -- now that I have returned, here are the rules for both, the Political Activists and Political Firebrands.

Thank me later.

Rules for Political Activists

Lenin -- Political Activist

Speaker Gingrich -- political Activist made good

1) If you go up on Capitol Hill and testify about sex -- don't get butthurt when people attack on that score.  I have yet see anyone of the Left decry the above video.  So, yeah, that story is in play.  If I could have counseled Rush, I would have said attackMs. Fluke for being an activist.  

If I testify about building a Death Star (for you Star wars geeks), I expect Star Trek fans to attack me for not using the Borg Cube. And don't lie about your age on the Hill -- you will be found out. 

2) Accept you are an Activist and act accordingly.  Sometimes that means accepting apologies, unless you are politicising that too.  Trust me, fire comes from both sides.  In an Election year, both Democrats and Republicans are like Napoleonic Ships firing at each other at close range.   

3)  Keep your own shoes clean.  I have a Code of Honor, if there is any questions, I refer to it.  Ms. Fluke only operated by one code: Advance the Democrats.  However, it backfired.  

4)  Know your role.  When you advance a cause, you are a symbol.  Act accordingly.

5)  Study the Policy you are promoting.  Nothing is worse then hearing a Hollywood actor make a mistake about policy.  If I testify about the Death Star, I better know all about it -- inside and out.  

And now,

Rules for Political Firebrands

1) Dance on the line of good taste, but don't cross it.  

2) Always make sure the Political people have your back.

3) Never wish anyone death or harm -- whether you are an R or D. Karma comes back and bites you back.  

4) Have Principles to fight for.  I stand for Commerce, Democracy and Rock and Roll.  If you are a firebrand, stand for a belief. (Heck, that goes any Politico person at all levels.) 

5) Be entertaining!

My question: What rules fit for either group?

The Return of the Blogger!

Last week was slightly busy and slight dramatic (partially my fault on the latter), but like Nixon, I am tanned, rested and ready to return to the Blogosphere.

Nixon, tanned, rested and ready, on the campaign trail, 1968

Here are a few things to look forward to this week:

A) Super Tuesday and beyond -- what's next for the GOP POTUS candidates?

B) Rules Political Activists should live by

C) Social (and regular) Libertarianism does not need Ron Paul

D) Why the RNC should invest in Los Angeles and the CRP (and RPLAC/CRP should invest in Bloggers)

E) More bad tales about the 501c3 KPFK

F) ????????????????

And since I've been away unexpectedly (but I did get to see Vicktor and Bettie from Vegas -- Cool Goths and loyal readers of the Valley), here is a movie to enjoy.

This is Metropolis.  You've heard about it, you've read this histories, now enjoy.  See you tomorrow!

First a song:

The Church, Metropolis




And now, Metropolis! 

Romney's Triple Play and Useless Win

Romney is running ahead in the past few states.  .

On February 28, there were two contests, Arizona and Michigan. Let's see how that turned out:

Orange = Romney

Mitt Romney	216,805	47.27%
Rick Santorum	122,088	26.62%
Newt Gingrich	74,110	16.16%
Ron Paul	38,753	8.45%

Orange = Romney/ Green = Santorum

Romney's dad, George Romney, governed Michigan during the 60's, so Romney was coming home to this Industrial state.

Had Romney NOT won Michigan, his Establishment credentials would have been questioned.

Mitt Romney	409,120	41.07%
Rick Santorum	377,144	37.86%
Ron Paul	115,778	11.62%
Newt Gingrich	65,002	6.53%

(All delegate counts start after Super Tuesday)


Next up, the Wyoming Caucuses.

Green = Santorum/Orange = Romney/ Yellow = Paul

Mitt Romney	822	38.99%
Rick Santorum	673	31.93%
Ron Paul	439	20.83%
Newt Gingrich	165	7.83%

The Delegates are non-binding.  As I said, delegate count AFTER Super Tuesday.

In this Western State, Santorum and Paul put up a fight against Romney.  However, this was a nine day caucus. To be continued....

And last night, the Washington (state) caucuses (also, non-binding):

Orange = Romney/ Green = Santorum/ Yellow = Paul

Mitt Romney	19,111	37.65%
Ron Paul	12,594	24.81%
Rick Santorum	12,089	23.81%
Newt Gingrich	5,221	10.28%

Is it over? Have the Establishmenterians won?

On Tuesday night (where I will be busy in the San Fernando valley), we will find out. 

Saturday Night Movie Night -- Six String Samurai!

We are in the midst of Primaries, once they are closer to California (June 5 -- news about this ballot later on), we'll go back to Doctor Who nights.

First off, thanks to Ed Driscoll who linked me twice this week.

Remember, we on the Right should not focus on Social Issues! Stick with the Don Surber Rule!

Some posts to look forward too:

Sunday Night) The past three Primary and Caucus analysis.

Monday) Who are the True Libertarians fighting in the GOP? Hint: Not Ron Paul supporters. 

Tuesday, I will be busy in the San Fernando Valley.

Wednesday) Super Tuesday Analysis and 2012's who flunked flank?

Thursday and Friday -- Let's see what the week brings.

Now, here is Six String Samurai, a movie that introduced me to the group, Red Elvises (now Igor and the Red Elvises). They are a local Venice Beach band with a Russian twang.  Cool stuff.

Imagine the Apocalypse with a rock and roll beat and only Buddy Holly can save the world from Slash.  Yes, weird and surreal, but enjoyable.

And now,  enjoy Six String Samurai!

March 2012 Tip Jar (And a Gothy Muse!)

While today might be rough, today is the day for the Tip Jar.

Please don't forget to hit the Tip Jar! The goal, again, is $300.  Please help the Valley continue by Hitting the Tip Jar.

And this month's Gothy Muse is Emile Autumn, a Gothy inspired Musician who, like yours truly, also deals with Bipolar depression. 

Here are some pictures (and a video) of the lovely Emile Autumn:

Looking Sharp, in the Dark

In Wonderland

Ophiliac Album Cover

Live at the El Rey 2011

Beautiful Publicity Shot

Emile Autumn, Marry Me




Visit her site, buy her book and music.

And please hit the Tip Jar! 

 

G-dspeed Andrew Breitbart

I read the news today, oh boy. 

I am one of the few Right Bloggers who never met Breitbart, but we did contact each other by Twitter and cell.

He was a New Partisan Fighter unlike others -- he went after the Establishment Left, be it Speaker Pelosi, ACORN or the Media.   Breitbart awakened to the Right with the attacks on Justice Thomas (as I was awakened by reading the Nixon Biography by Stephen Ambrose) -- if the Left were really smart and tolerant, he would not have left (nor would I).

When we tweeted back and forth, we would discuss Goth tunes.   Heck, as I begin Right in the dark, we were discussing that he would visit Ruin.  But his unexpected death puts a damper on some things.

Because of Breitbart, I go after the 501c3 partisans of KPFK (and their open anti-semitism).  He is the man who would take on sacred cows of the Left. heck, once upon a time, even Democrats took on Sacred Cows of the Left.

So, I would deem that Andrew Breitbart is the Right's Saint George, clearing the snakes from the Media.

And to remember Andrew Breitbart, here is a song we both grooved to.  Both of us, Conservative Republican Jewish Goths:

Chameleons UK, Swamp Thing


G-dspeed Andrew Breitbart.

Maybe I should Rent a Tuxedo Next Year....

Yes, its Oscar night.  But I don't really care.

However, I am doing laundry nearby.

How nearby? Look at this map:


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So, until next year.....

Taco, Puttin' on the Ritz

The Night Before the Oscars, A Movie!

I am about 4 miles away from the Kodak theater; I am 2 miles away from Kat Von D's High Voltage tattoo and I am minutes away from Beverly Hills.

In other words, the Oscars define Los Angeles.

And if you are in Hollywood tonight and tomorrow (I pick up my friend Ron from that area), here are the closures:

And this weekend, I will write some light stuff in honor of the Oscars.

Tonight, let's watch a movie!

Dracula (1931) Bela Lugosi


Enjoy the film!

Occupy #HeadDesk! Election 2012 means the Don Surber Rule is in Effect

 

While I have been busy working on Los Angeles Politics, I see the Republicans around the country have lost the plot. 

What is the story of 2012? Read the Surber Rule:

The economy should win the presidency (**And let me add Congressional seats --JSF) for Republicans in 2012.

So why are all these Republican candidates talking about anything else?

...

Some questions can be answered. Sorta.

Reporter: What would you do about childhood obesity?

Answer: A better economic climate that puts parents back to work will enable people to buy healthy foods and buy their kids bicycles and the like so they can exercise.

Reporter: Do you believe in evolution?

Answer: I believe that the economy will evolve when I am elected president. So the answer is yes.

Reporter: What would you do about health care?

Answer:  Something constitutional that will rescue the economy.

Stay on message. Remember the Surber Rule: The economy alone will get a Republican elected president next year. Talk about nothing else.

I cannot believe State Governments are getting pulled in too.  When you Govern in an Election year and break the Surber Rule, every State GOP candidate is attacked. 

Here is Los Angeles, the way to win is Social Libertarianism.  If you must tack to the Social issues, tack this way. If you advocate freedom for all, no one will fault you.  Los Angeles will be up for grabs if Elected officials and candidates stick to the Surber Rule.

Here are a few charts to keep handy:

How Obamacare works

 Candidates, Elected officials and politicos! Follow the Surber Rule!

My question: How do Republicans find our way back? 

The 30th CD Debate at Temple Judea (Election 2012)

Sorry for the delay, but now I'm back!

You can see throughout the video where Berman directs Lowenfeld of the JJLA.

Now, watch and enjoy:

Berman/Sherman v. Reed (Missing Susan Shelley)



Here are some things I noted at the debate:

1) Lowenfeld was directed by Berman. He helped the candidate with questions and allowed Berman to ramble on without checking him.

2) Sherman was the idealist of the bunch; But he seems to be able work across party lines.

3) Both Sherman and Berman are SOPA sponsors.  Berman has no clue how the Internet and Blogosphere work. Susan Shelley can run against that (so should RPLAC)

4) The only way to handle Iran from Sherman/Berman is sanctions, sanctions, sanctions.  How's that work in Iraq?

5) Sherman is willing to go against Obama, Berman is the Establishmenterian (backed by the JJLA). Reed declares "independence," from GOP. Think on that.

6) Berman is boring.  He knows nothing of the Technological future, the damage Obama is doing with Israel and the Valley.  Sherman at least tries.  He understands economics.

7)  Sherman is following the MA Senate race with regards to super PACS -- Berman (with help from Lowenfeld) comes up with excuses, excuses, excuses.  No one called him out on it.

8) If Berman can work across party lines, why can't he get the Federal Highway Bill out of Committee? He can't.  

9) When it comes to Medicinal Pot, Berman was lost.  Sherman understood and Reed also supported.

10) I cannot emphasize this enough, the JJLA questioner, Lowenfeld was in Berman's pocket.  Just watch the video.

11)  Sherman will fight against Obama for Israel; So would Reed and especially Shelley. NOT BERMAN -- HE WILL NOT OPPOSE PRESIDENT OBAMA ON ANYTHING.

12) Berman was old! Shelley (and even Reed) were young.  So was Sherman.  The younger generation understands how the modern world works. I pity the JJLA for backing a dinosaur.

12 Notes for 12 Tribes. 

My question: When will Lowenfeld go fight the anti-semitism of KPFK?

Why Did Jonah Lowenfeld of the JJLA allow Rep. Berman Pull His Strings at the Temple Judea Debate?

This and many other questions will be answered tomorrow when I post tonight's transcript.  

(and I will interview Susan Shelley who deserved to be at the debate -- if Lowenfeld could think for himself)

2/22/12 9:09PM UPDATE: Had to do some work on the Laptop today.  It took up most of the day.  Three posts upcoming.  The 30th CD Debate post will be the first immediate Post.

While you wait, here is a question:

Why is the Jewish Journal of Los Angeles more comfortable with the Anti-semites of KPFK then with supporting (the many) Jewish Republicans like Susan Shelley? 

Answer: It was seen in the debate, Lowenfeld is on a pawn of LA Democrats, thus "No enemies to the Left,"

Please help Some Friends of Friends

Even in a large city like Los Angeles, some scenes are like small towns.

When the news of a Hollywood shooting and arson came across the transom, it affected a lot of people within the LA Goth scene (including some friends who I know)

Here is the news story:

A shooting and fire Thursday afternoon at a house in East Hollywood left two people dead, including the gunman, and three others seriously wounded.
 
Authorities said the incident was the result of domestic violence. The wounded, two women and a man, all in their 30s, were each shot in the upper torso. They were hospitalized in serious condition, but officials said all three are expected to survive. All were conscious and able to talk, police said.
...

Two people I know in the Goth scene (friends of mine) know some of the people in the house.

So, I am asking Goths and non-goths alike to please support this charity:



Thank you.

Why is the Los Angeles Jewish Journal Scared of Susan Shelley but not KPFK?

I'm a Jew.  A secular Jew (who loves being a Goth and working  Politics and Policy in LA and DC), but a Jew nonetheless.

For my Bar Mitzvah, I was at the Western Wall -- the most Holiest place for Judaism.

Since I've been a Republican (switched in 1992), I've seen how the Left treats Jews and Israel.  Heck, KPFK is filled with Obama supporters and they are comfortable attacking Israel, AIPAC and Netanyahu.

Now, last weekend Susan Shelley, who is running for Congress against the -ermans (Berman/Sherman) came by to the First Right in the Dark Meeting [Goths and GOP folk].  She spoke of social moderation and fiscal responsibility of the Government.  She is short but she scares the Los Angeles Jewish Journal.

Why is that?

Heck, is it because the backers of the Jewish Journal [JJLA] support Rep. Berman, thus Democrats first, then Jewish candidates?

The most important behind the scene person in Los Angeles Republican Power Politics is my mentor, Gary Aminoff.  last I checked, he was more Jewish then me.  And Jews are active throughout RPLAC.  from the beaches to the Valleys.

Susan Shelley, who has received many endorsements for 2012 (Mark Reed, G-d bless him, was a good candidate in 2010.  But until he gets supported by Susan Abato, should let Shelley run this cycle. The Valley will support Mark Reed for any other position this cycle), yet the JJLA refuses to recognize her.

However, JJLA is more comfortable with KPFK then with Susan Shelley.

(the last time JJLA stopped Anti-Semitism on KPFK was in 2007! Good job JJLA! KPFK hasn't stopped though.)

Does JJLA have a "No enemies to the Left," in their writing?  It appears so if they are forgiving of KPFK's Radio Intifada and others (Radio Uprising and Ian Masters) but have no room for Susan Shelley to be involved in this weekend's debate.

My question, why does JJLA look askance at KPFK's Anti-Semites but never praises Jewish Republicans in Los Angeles? And Why is JJLA afraid of Susan Shelley being involved in the Congressional debates?

My answer: JJLA sees no evil in the American Left, no matter how many Jews support the GOP.

KPFK Hate Speech II: Ian Masters "Dog Whistles," Anti Semitism and Hates Republicans:

If you want to talk Hate Speech, listen to KPFK: They have Morning shows which Hate Israel; Uprising Radio which Hates Jews and non-Liberals (and non-Liberals without an Ivy education) and Alan Minsky is riding this tiger. 

But in the late afternoon, between 5 and 6 PM, they have hired someone who "Dog Whistles," his Hatred for Jews and Israel (and non-progressives).  Like Fareed Zakaria, Andrew Sullivan and Sonali Kolhatkher, their Hatred of Jews is considered fine since they hate Bush and Palin.  Add to this this list, Ian Masters.  He is also an ex-pat. 

Meet Ian Masters:

On his show (like every show on KPFK), he only speaks to people whose views matches his own.  But he thrives on going after Netanyahu, AIPAC and Majority Leader Cantor.  

Hence, the Dog Whistles.  Masters and the KPFK staff don't explicitly say "They hate Jews," but it can be inferred by their (especially Masters and Kolhatkher) targets.    

Why is Hannity and Fox doing better then KPFK and Masters?

Simple, they understand in a two party system to have people from both sides debate the issue.  Masters would never allow on any Republican from RPLAC or the Los Angeles based Tea Party -- it might break his stereotypes in his head. 

Los Angeles has the second biggest population of Jews in the United States -- but that doesn't mean that Alan Minsky supports the ONLY Jewish state in existence.  He allows Masters to use his Dog Whistles against the Jewish State and their supporters. 

Liberals used to be about Free Speech (Masters wants to shut down FOX) and the party of failed haberdashers and teaching school graduates.  

Masters would look down upon both men and he would throw a fit of how Truman and the UN recognized Israel's right to exist.  And since Masters already hates Republicans, he would have hated Kissinger and Nixon's support of Golda Meir in 1973.  

Three people that Ian masters Hates: PM Meir (L), President Nixon (M), Henry Kissinger

My question: Why is Alan Minsky comfortable with the many Jew haters on KPFK? 

Help the Valley get to Burlingame and Tampa (And help YOU in return!)

Look to your Right ---->

If you see the Billboards of the Valley (1), that is where I promote my friends' business. If I know and like you, I will happily do this.  A gift from a poor Blogger.

Now, look at Billboards of the Valley (2).  

As I wrote upward, I am a poor Blogger.  There are political events all over Los Angeles -- I can get to those.  But at the Political Conventions is where I can do the most good, for your business and for my writing.

There are many levels of support (from below $1,000 to $10,000 and higher).  Thanks to the magic of PayPal, you can help.

To get to the Burlingame Convention and see some VIP's (and write about them thereafter), I will need some financial help (and again for Tampa this summer).

If you are able to help me, I will promote your business at the bottom of each post (with a post in between others just for your business during the trip).

Also, look below, if I am able to get the use of a Tablet (with your corporate logo on the back), the Valley will be able to promote you from anywhere.





Thanks in advance for all your help.

There are only simple limits:

1) No Anti Semitic organizations -- I'm Jewish.

2) No anti Republican/Anti tea party group -- Read the rest of the Blog to understand why

3)  Make sure your business has a website I can link to or it is all for naught (unless you are altruistic, then many thanks!). 

Email me if you have any questions. 

What Does the City of Bell and Miramonte Elementary School Have in Common?

Two places in Los Angeles beset by a nasty scandal (Miramonte's is far, far worse); Two separate cities whose potential is being lost daily.

To re-cap, the all Democratic City Council of Bell levied high taxes on their constituents while the monies would end up in the pocket of the same Council and city staff (reminder: all Democrats).

In Miramonte, three (or more) teachers abused the children using BDSM equipment. This went on for twenty years.  This disgusts me on so many levels, I cannot even begin to say.  Thank G-d someone spoke up and its being covered.

Interestingly enough, look at this map.  Bell and Miramonte Elementary are near each other (but that is not the similarity):


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The South Los Angeles neighborhoods (the current 50th Assembly District -- West Hollywood to South Malibu is in the new 50th), which includes Bell and Huntington Park, is majority Hispanic.  That bothers me little to none.  G-d bless them and their families.

The trouble here in Los Angeles is that because these neighborhoods are completely Hispanic, they get taken advantage of by folks who speak two languages. Not Spanish and English, but Spanish and Democrat. 

As I keep working with RPLAC and others within the basin, these two stories are the aftereffects of the Labor Union - Hispanic Leader coalition; LAUSD got the brunt of it and the Bell constituents too.

If  California and Los Angeles made a law saying that all Government work is to be done in English, the many families who come to the City of Angels would not be hurt by those who (in their own communities, in their own language) can take advantage of them. They would have to integrate into the American Polity and community, and their neighborhoods would have less crime.

The core of Republicanism (and Conservatism) is, with the correct tools (i.e. English speakers), corruption like in Bell and Miramonte Elementary would be kept to a minimum. It is about the triumph of the individual against the State - not a slave to it.

Oh, let me remind you that from the LA City Council, to the State Assembly and Senate to the US House of Representatives these two scandal plagued neighborhoods are represented by Democrats.

At RPLAC we are beginning to look for cracks in the Hispanic - Labor Union coalition, I say look what happened in these two cities -- haven't the Democrats done enough damage?

My question: Why do Democrats oppose English Only for Government documents? 

Senator Santorum's Triple Play and Mitt's Maine Muck

Now that "Political week," is over -- let's wind the clocks back and see who won what and how? 

Last Thursday, I was at RPLAC when the numbers were coming in from Missouri, Colorado and Minnesota.

Here are the maps:

Colorado Caucus  2012

Orange = Romney/ Purple = Gingrich/ Green = Santorum

Santorum	26,614	40.31%
Romney	23,012	34.85%
Gingrich	8,445	12.79%
Paul	7,759	11.75%
Others	71	0.11%

Minnesota Caucus 2012

Green = Santorum/ Yellow = Paul

Santorum	44.9%	21,932
Paul	27.1%	13,228
Romney	16.9%	8,222
Gingrich	10.8%	5,272

Missouri (non-binding) Primary 2012

Green = Santorum

Rick Santorum	138,957	55.17%
Mitt Romney	63,826	25.34%
Ron Paul	30,641	12.17

And finally, on Saturday when I was hanging among the Goths (Political and non), came the Maine Caucus.



Maine Caucus 2012

Orange = Romney/Gold = Paul/ Green = Santorum**

**Washington County unable to hold caucus due to weather. (Grey) It will be held Feb. 18
 

Mitt Romney

2,190

39.2%

Ron Paul

1,996

35.7%

Rick Santorum

989

17.7%

Newt Gingrich

349

6.2%

Those are the data points, what does it all mean?


What It All Means

Before Senator Santorum's triple play, there was news on the wire about the Romney - Paul coalition to defeat Gingrich (not knowing Santorum would come from behind).

Then the coalition got to Maine.  Maine GOP Chair Charles Webster declared Maine for Romney. Like the Red Sox and New England Patriots, Maine always backs New England players first.  Just like the rest of New England (I say that as a New York Yankee fan).

A lot of Paul voters are crying "Foul," while waiting for a snowed in Washington County. If the coalition breaks in Maine (as it should), Gingrich or Santorum can overtake Romney.  

Out of the three States that Santorum won, Gingrich did not participate in MO. But MO still has caucuses upcoming, so it is still up for grabs. 

Santorum won because no one trusts Romney and because the Romney-Paul coalition stinks at the local levels.  No one knows what Romney stands for and the CRP and RPLAC have already had problems with the Paul supporters. Past is precedence.  

I will post delegate totals after Super Tuesday. 

To be continued.....

G-dspeed, Whitney Houston

The loss of any artist is sad; But those who have the most potential (and then to see it squandered is even worse) also have the most inner demons.  Look at how many people are talking about it. 

Even though I love the range of Sade, Whitney Houston also had a great range.  Here is a song, enjoy.

Whitney Houston, Where do broken hearts go? 



Here's hoping she angels still hear her sing.

Forget #CPAC2012! I've Been Holding Down the Southland!

While some Bloggers and Activists went east to CPAC, I've been busy holding down the fort in LA!

On Monday, I was with my local ADC paving the way for the local candidates;

Tuesday, I saw Bill Whittle at the SFVRC;

Wednesday, hanging out with the Westside GOP and finally,

Thursday, RPLAC and discussing inner party politics.

Oh, and Saturday night, before I go clubbing, is the First Meeting of Right in the Dark.  Goths, GOP and Politics at the Farmer's Market at 7 PM. Join us. .

If you campaign in Los Angeles (and that includes the men below), you need to know these people within the groups.

And since I missed CPAC12, here is video of the Presidential candidate speeches:

Governor Mitt Romney, CPAC 2012


Senator Santorum Speech , CPAC 2012



Speaker Gingrich, CPAC 2012

President Ronald Reagan at 101 Years

Even the all Democratic State Assembly, State Senate and Governor Brown set aside February 6 (Ronald Reagan's Birthday) to celebrate the 101st year of Ronald Reagan.

Both of my favorite Presidents during my lifetime (on the GOP side) were Nixon and Reagan, both Californians.

My favorite Democratic President during modern times was LBJ (Born on my sister's birthday).

I'll shut up now and let the Great man speak:

Reagan's First Presidential Inaugural Address


Ronald Reagan, A Time for Choosing


President Reagan, Brandenberg Speech



President Reagan Second Inaugural Address