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America on the Brink OUR GREAT NATION is on the brink of a financial and economic collapse! How did we get to this point? We all share the blame. We listened when people running for the Presidency told us they would give us more governmental benefits and services if we elected them. We believed the candidates running for the House and the Senate when they said they would get “Washington to provide more money for education, health care, agriculture and welfare.” We reelected our Congressmen when they bragged about how many bills they got put into law, and we never asked how much this all was going to cost us. We forgot that the wealth of our nation was created by hard-working American men and women under our free enterprise system, not by government bureaucrats or socialistic programs.

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What happens if we continue doing what we have been doing? A financial disaster looms ahead. Our economy will be like a giant shipwreck with all of us passengers facing grave danger. What happens to people who run up their credit cards to the maximum, then take out a second mortgage to pay off more bills…. and then they keep on spending? They go bankrupt and lose almost everything they had. With our 16 TRILLION dollar national debt and our annual budget deficit over one trillion dollars each year we will reach a point when the government can’t pay its bills. That is happening now as cities across the country are going bankrupt, throwing thousands out of work and creating economic havoc with a negative ripple effect that is sure to follow. Because so much of the money our government borrowed is in Treasury bonds held by countries like China, Saudi Arabia, Russia and other countries that are not our friends, you can be sure to see a concerted effort to diminish us as a superpower. But more importantly, every one of us will suffer as inflation skyrockets, robbing us of our purchasing power and forcing us to dramatically cut our standard of living. And what can be done about it? The answer is; we must cut spending now! The wrong thing for us to do is to increase taxes; that only encourages government to spend more. (Even though unemployment is over 8%, Federal government agencies still spent millions on lavish meetings at resorts.) AMAC members understand this, and we pledge to make your voices heard in the Capitol as we press forward with positive plans to control spending and get our fiscal house in order. Sincerely,

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Daniel C. Weber Publisher Rebecca Weber Keiffert Associate Publisher Editorial Inquiries

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AMAC members speak out... Obamacare’s “Senior Swindle” Ed Jackson says: This $8.5B scam is not the only scam in ObamaCare for seniors. As Governor Palin correctly pointed out there are the “death squads” that will ration (read deny) needed health care to seniors, and every 5 years those of us on Medicare have to attend “end of life counseling.” Then there is the $500B ObamaCare rips out of Medicare to help fund it. Obama is no friend to senior citizens but he still wants to be able to count on our voting for him. For those who don’t understand why AARP sold out its own members, and all senior Americans, to support ObamaCare, just follow the money trail. AARP stands to make at least $1B from it by selling supplemental insurance that will not provide much in the way of health care benefits. AARP is also contributing to Obama’s reelection campaign.

JC Pickard says: The predominant reason I joined AMAC was they, unlike AARP, were against Obamacare from the get go. AARP out and out lied about the benefits of Obamacare and I will never forgive them for selling out us elderly folks!

SCOTUS Ruling on Obamacare PaulE says: Next up “mandates” to buy Chevy Volts, houses, solar panels or pay a tax. This ruling opens up the floodgates for the government to basically mandate virtually anything or be subject to a tax. Don’t need a new house? No excuse, you owe the tax. Don’t want to buy a Chevy Volt? Too bad, the government says you have to or pay a tax. The progressive liberals in Washington are no doubt salivating at the potential revenue they can suck from the American economy to fund the transformation of America into the socialist utopia they all pine for with this ruling.

Big Al says: The day after the Supreme Court decision, I received notice from my health care insurer that they are seeking an 18.6% increase for 2013. That will take my premiums from $1104/ month to $1309/ month. Include my $6,000/ year deductible and that makes it more like $1,800/ month. So much for AFFORDABLE healthcare!!!!!!!!!!

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Lynn Heath says: How we think is influenced by the words we use. I don’t know exactly when our newspapers and government started using the word “healthcare.” If we used the words “medical services,” as I think we should, we would think differently about both “health” and “medicine.” As a general rule you take “care” of your own health by eating right, getting proper rest and exercise, and avoiding a variety of bad habits. If you get injured or sick you go to a doctor for “medical services.” A free market sets the price for “service;” a sentimental market sets priorities on who gets “care.”

Obama Sees Middle Class Tax Increase as a Victory Edna Perkins says: Just as the Good Word teaches us, we cannot be “warm” we must be hot or cold. Stand on the Rock, stand firm, stand strong, stand together. In November, our voices MUST be heard. Let us take back our great Nation, under God, let us be Indivisible, and provide Justice for all. Amen.

Phil says: Talk to your friends, relatives, neighbors, fellow workers, everyone about the upcoming election. They need to understand how important it is to vote Obama OUT! Obama wins……..as a people and a nation, we LOSE!

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Bila: You write about Obama’s proclivity toward the blame game, be it blaming American businesses, the American people, or President By Jedediah Bila Bush, a trend that is not only condescending and oftentimes out of touch with reality, but also reflects his complete inability to accept blame for his own policy failures. Do you think the blame-game jig is almost up now that his first term is near complete, or will the 2012 Obama campaign continue to reek of the same deflection? Limbaugh: When he ran in 2008, Obama had the luxury of running on abstract utopian themes of hope and change. The mainstream media, feckless Republicans, and many timid conservatives insisted on giving him a pass for his radical leftist record and his statements that telegraphed he would be the most radical president in our history. (He was, you will recall, named the most liberal senator in 2007 by the non-partisan National Journal). Now he has a record, and it is an abysmal record in every respect, and I mean every – unless a President can be favorably judged for being peerlessly egregious. I could meticulously substantiate this claim, but it would be much easier to refer your readers to my book, The Great Destroyer, and its predecessor, Crimes Against Liberty, both of which are heavy on footnote documentation. Because his record is so

bad, Obama has limited options, all of which he will utilize. He will continue, preposterously, to blame George W. Bush. He will continue to downplay the state of the economy. He will continue to distort his record – telling us how many jobs he’s created or saved, and he will be lying, as I demonstrate in the book. He will continue to scapegoat the Republicans for obstructing his agenda, which despite the abject failure of every policy he’s tried, he somehow would have us believe would lead to miraculous economic results. Most despicably, he will continue to try to divide us by crass appeals to identity politics in a desperate effort to pull this election out of his hat. I do believe that his scapegoating strategies have worn thin with the American people and that he will not succeed in November with these arguments – or any others, for that matter. Bila: In Chapter Two, you state that “Obama’s empowerment depends on maintaining a certain level of support among specific demographic and ethnic groups, to whom he presents himself as a protector against racist, malevolent Republicans.” It has become clear to me that our President intends to try to condescendingly divide the country into special interest groups, using fear tactics to turn each group -- Hispanics, African-Americans, women, etc. -- against the GOP. Will he be successful? And how should Romney respond in order to best combat that agenda? Limbaugh: It appears that Obama is becoming painfully aware that the economy will not substantially recover in time to benefit him in November, and so he has made a calculated decision to put all of his re-election eggs in the identity politics basket. Obama has been deliberately dividing and polarizing Americans since early in his term. As I chronicle in the book, he was the most polarizing president in history at the end of his second year with 81% of Democrats supporting him and 13% of Republicans – a 68% gap. I might point out here in response to the anticipated liberal protest that George W. Bush was the most polarizing president -- let liberals make that claim, but remember this: George W. Bush was only polarizing because liberals went ape demonizing him, based on his policies. In no way did Bush himself appeal to Americans based on groups and categories (he made a strong, sustained effort to reach across the aisle, including with hyper-partisan Ted Kennedy, who rebuffed him). In no way did he try to divide continued on pg. 40

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edicare Enrollments Periods continue to be a mystery to most Medicare Beneficiaries. As the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is approaching rapidly, AMAC is committed to helping our members handle this enrollment period with ease, as it can be a trying time. Our recommendation: please call us mid to late September, as we should have most 2013 plans available to review with you. Enrollments will begin on October 15th. The sooner you have determined the 2013 plan that suits your needs, the sooner you can enroll, thus avoiding the congestion of calls in the last two weeks of this enrollment period. AMAC has worked diligently all year to build up our in-house Medicare department to handle the volume of calls expected this coming AEP. ***PLEASE NOTE that Supplements (aka Medigap Policies) ARE NOT subject to these enrollment periods, and have all year round enrollment periods. Please see below for further details.

For Medicare Advantage Plans and Prescription Drug Plans: Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): October 15th - December 7th

***The AEP “Annual Enrollment Period” (aka Open Enrollment) is approaching fast.*** This is the near 8 week span in which Medicare beneficiaries can enroll into new or different Advantage Plans (MA/MAPD) and their Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) for the upcoming year. You can enroll into an Advantage plan for the first time, or decide not to elect and Advantage Plan for 2013 and revert back to Original Medicare (A & B). In this year’s case you will be making changes that become effective 1/1/2013.

Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period: January 1st - February 14th

This is the period in which beneficiaries who are enrolled into an Advantage Plan can disenroll from the plan and revert back to Original Medicare (A & B). You may apply for a standalone Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) by February14th. You may also apply for a Supplement Policy (Medigap). Please keep in mind that beneficiaries applying for a Supplement may be subject to medical underwriting during this period and can be declined for coverage.

Initial Coverage Election Period/ Initial Enrollment Period (ICEP/IEP)

This enrollment period is for newly eligible Medicare Beneficiaries. When you first turn 65, or are first eligible for Part B if receiving Medicare due to Disability, you have a 7 month window to enroll into an Advantage Plan and/or a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan. You have the three months BEFORE turning 65, the month you turn 65, and the three months AFTER turning 65 (or your Part B effective date if on Disability) to enroll into an Advantage Plan and/or a Prescription Drug Plan. If you do not enroll during this 7 month window, you will have to wait until the AEP to enroll into a plan. Please be aware that if you delay your Part B because you are continuing to work and have medical coverage through your job, when you do decide to start your Part B coverage, your ICEP/IEP is now shortened to the 3 months BEFORE your Part B effective date.

Special Enrollment Periods (SEP)

The Key word here is “SPECIAL.” If you have a special circumstance, such as moving out of a plan’s service area, or an involuntary loss of employer coverage because you are retiring at the age of 65 or older, than you may qualify for an SEP. There are many other circumstances which may make you eligible for an SEP. The length of the SEP can vary based on the circumstance. If you have enrolled into an Advantage Plan for the first time in your life during ICEP, or have dropped a Medigap policy to go into an Advantage Plan for the first time in your life, you have an SEP which lasts for the first 12 months of your enrollment in the Advantage Plan. This allows you to revert back to Original Medicare, enroll into a Medigap policy without being underwritten (though you may be subject to a higher premium due to age), and purchase a prescription drug plan.

Open Enrollment Period Institutionalized (OEPI):

This is a continuous enrollment period for people going in to or leaving an institution like a nursing home or skilled nursing facility. The OEPI ends two months after the beneficiary moves out of the institution.

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Freedom and Free Markets are What Make America Great

to depend chiefly upon the benevolence of his fellow ince its founding, America’s success has been based citizens.” on two fundamental principles: freedom and the The core of America is great, despite recent economic free market. The first, freedom, was established challenges, mostly caused by bad government policies by our Founders and enshrined in the Declaration of and interventions into the free market. We also have Independence and the Constitution. It was a stunning the best technologies in the world, including informaconcept to the world – the idea that each person tion, medical and manufacturing innovations and the owns liberty as a birthright, and that the sole reason financial resources to continue this growth. American “governments are instituted among men” is to ensure by Bob Luddy industry has the resources and cash to make job growth and protect that liberty. Those founding documents Job Creators Alliance a reality, but business is restrained by the government at stated for the first time that each person is an end in him every turn. or herself, not the means to the ends of other people, As our economy has grown over the past two hundred years, so has royalty or government. our government. We all know that government is required to protect This radical new ideal is what allowed early Americans to create a our well-being from criminals, frauds and international threats. new world from an untamed wilderness and to prosper as man never Unfortunately, our government has overstepped its boundaries, albeit had before. These early Americans were not burdened with undue with good intentions. Government intervention in the economy is taxes on their labor and their earnings. They were free to keep the now so prevalent that it consumes 35% of our gross domestic product. fruits of their work, and to invest them as they saw fit. Individuals Over the past century, growing government has gradually begun to and families in the United States took risks and worked hard because restrict our freedoms and make investment riskier and more difficult. they could enjoy the benefits of their labor in full. Thus, in less than 80 Excessive taxation and regulations restrict the small business owner’s years America became the largest economy in the history of the world. ability to grow, and as a result of such policies we have a shortage of The free market is the important second principle upon which job growth both here and abroad. America based its success. American entrepreneurs followed the Continued government interventions and central planning pave economic theory enshrined in Jean Baptiste Say’s theory on capitalism the road to stagnation. For the past several years all we’ve heard from known as “Say’s Law,” which states that supply creates demand. Europe is that politicians are fixing the economy, and we all know now While theoretically a difficult principle, practically Say’s Law is easily the results have been dismal, with unemployment up to 25% in Spain observable in the marketplace every day. and a meltdown in Greece. Take, for example, Apple. When Apple created the iPhone, users The way out is not complicated. Reduce bloated government at lined up, literally, to purchase the groundbreaking new product. Apple all levels, cut taxes to create incentives to work and invest, and free didn’t make the iPhone because there was a demand for such a device. up entrepreneurs and investors. Streamline regulation so that small They created a brilliant device that, before long, everyone had to have. business and high-growth entrepreneurs can focus on value creation. Supply created the demand. Let the consumer choose the winners and losers. A simple, fair tax Say’s Law and the free market, in concert with political freedom, have code, free trade, consistent rule of law and sensible regulations afford driven economic progress in the United States since the eighteenth individuals, not governments, the ability to allocate scarce resources century. Notably, these principles run contrary to the constant based on family and individual values rather than the whims of central modern refrain that we must stimulate demand if we want economic planners. growth, the Keynesian theory that sounds good but has never worked We are the most fortunate people on the planet. The very best days of in the marketplace. America are ahead. But America’s brilliant future will only be realized The success of economies and individuals ebbs and flows over time if we can return to our core values of freedom and private investment, but the long-term trend has always been a magnificent growth story which allow individuals to creatively allocate resources and achieve when enterprise is undertaken in an unfettered market. The U.S. an excellent high standard of living for all Americans. We owe it to our standard of living puts all Americans in the upper 1% of humans living forefathers, to ourselves, and to our posterity. in the world today. We enjoy prosperity that was unthinkable just 50 years ago. We have an abundance of food, technology, shelter, and yes, Luddy is the Chairman and Founder of CaptiveAire, Inc., now the leisure, thanks to the prosperity created by free individuals pursuing nation’s largest and most respected manufacturer of commercial their own happiness and rational self-interest. kitchen ventilation systems, employing over 600 people through the Adam Smith said it best: “It is not from the benevolence of the United States and Canada with $220 million in sales in 2011 alone. butcher, the brewer, or the baker that we expect our dinner, but Luddy is also a member of the North Carolina Leadership Team for from regard to their own interest. We address ourselves, not to their the Job Creators Alliance, a non-profit devoted to the defense of free humanity but to their self-love, and never talk to them of our own enterprise. necessities but of their advantages. Nobody but a beggar chooses

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I Firmly Cry “No!” by D.J. Wilson

hat’s wrong with this picture? A great many New Yorkers and others are baffled by Mayor Bloomberg’s attempt to ban super-sized soda. Without a doubt, educated individuals are aware of the dangers of over-indulging in too much sugar and are careful to consume sweets in moderation. While the Mayor wants to “save the city” from the evil sugar villain, he should wait to tie the strings of his super-hero cape. Perhaps he did not get the memo that we do not need or want government control of every little aspect of our lives. Since my youth, I’ve firmly believed that government should flow from the people. When the government starts to take control of decisions without regard to the wishes of the public, there is something oddly disturbing happening. Should the government be allowed to regulate your lifestyle? I firmly cry “No!” Where do we draw the line? First, they will limit your soda intake. What’s next? How about a regulation restricting the size of your popcorn at the movies? How would you feel if government required you to stand on a scale before ordering? God forbid your body mass index is awry. Will you be given a choice between carrot or celery sticks or be turned away? We all know that sleep is good for our bodies, but do you want the government to set a curfew for you just because sleep is “healthy”? Yes, these may sound extreme, but who is to say we are not headed in that direction? If you don’t want big government telling you that you can’t buy a super-sized soda, let your politicians know. Stand steady by telling big government we value personal freedom and are determined to keep it that

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way. Should the government be allowed to dictate what you can and can’t do? I firmly cry “No!” Who’s the boss? Have you ever worked on a joint project with someone who held little regard for your ideas? I think we all have experienced this at one point in time. How did it make you feel? If you’re like me, these types of closed-minded people are not only frustrating to work with; they hurt themselves by not allowing for other people’s creativity. A closedminded government works much the same way. Government is increasingly becoming intolerant of the beliefs and opinions of its people. If you are tired of politicians who are stubbornly unreceptive to your ideas and beliefs, it’s time for new leadership. Seek out leaders who will listen to your voice. Should we let the government ignore our ideas and make decisions for us without our consent? I firmly cry “No!” Did you say democracy? Yes. As our government often forgets, the United States of America is a democracy. What does this mean? To me and the vast majority of Americans, it means a government by the people. Let me reiterate that important fact, a government by the people. It is neither a government run by an elite few nor one ruled by a singular individual such as a king or queen. Democracy is a far cry from a monarchy. It shocks me how some people seem to forget how much their opinions count. Our government gains legitimacy because of the consent of the people it governs. Should you take a backseat because you mistakenly think your ideas don’t count? I firmly cry “No!” Is the Government smarter than you? They will tell you “yes”

Is the Government smarter than you?

I Firmly Cry “No!” but it is far from the truth. Take a look at the poor state of our economy and our deficit accompanied by a definitive lack of leadership. The government sadly lacks a real plan. The “let’s try this or let’s try that” approach is not working. Trial and error, time and time again, has turned to error and error. A prime example is government bail-outs of banks. It simply added too much to the debt to be labeled a success in my book. The broader question to ask is should the government be in the business of owning industries? A dummy knows you can loan out money to anyone, but unless it can create jobs, repay taxpayers’ interest, grow the economy, employ future generations and help the company to succeed while increasing the tax base, it’s likely a poor tactical move and sets a dangerous precedent. While the government was trying to make itself look good by coming to the rescue of certain failed industries, no one cared what you thought. Should the government take your hard-earned money and go on unprofitable wasteful spending sprees? I firmly cry “No!” Is your faith in the current government in question? It is extremely difficult to have faith in a government, especially in Barack Obama, due to his constant change on stances. He wants to be re-elected so badly that he is willing to compromise on issues and chooses to do what he thinks will bring about the most votes. Not only is he undermining immigration laws, he is trying to break the ways laws are made. Normally, laws are made constitutionally whereby Congress drafts and votes and the President signs or vetoes. In this case, Obama unconstitutionally took advantage of his executive power by prescribing the law to favor illegal immigrants and his motive for doing so is solely to gain the Hispanic vote. Can you trust a President who waivers on issues and is willing to compromise beliefs in order to maximize voter support? I firmly cry “No!” Does Obama have a limit? Obamacare is a prime example Obama’s poor policies and reflects his wish to take away your freedom. The Supreme Court’s ruling on the constitutionality of the law doesn’t make it a good idea. Essentially, Obamacare is a tax which will deeply hurt many American families and businesses who are struggling to make ends meet or create jobs in his poor economy. The only freedom Obama will give you is a choice between getting health care and being fined. The greater fear is he will take away your freedom to choose your own doctor and we will all lose our ability to access quality healthcare. We will move toward the creation of waiting lists for services which will cost lives and a grim future

They will tell you “yes” but it is far from the truth. Take a look at the poor state of our economy and our deficit accompanied by a definitive lack of leadership. The government sadly lacks a real plan. The “let’s try this or let’s try that” approach is not working. Trial and error, time and time again, has turned to error and error.

of denial of services for ourselves, our children and grandchildren. We want affordable healthcare for everyone, but to do so by force is unconscionable. Should we allow Obama to stomp on our personal freedom by issuing a healthcare mandate by force while increasing taxes? I firmly cry “No!” Show big government who’s really boss! The time for us to protect our freedom is now and the stakes have never been higher. The Government needs a shake-up and your vote is the way to do it come November. Send Obama a strong message. Let’s remind him of the basic principles upon which this country was built. Let’s honor life, liberty and justice. While we still have a voice, let’s rise up and let our opinions echo throughout our local, state and federal government. It’s time to stand up for freedom and be heard.

Let’s tell big government the following: ✔ You will NOT regulate or dictate my lifestyle. ✔ You will NOT ignore my ideas nor stifle my feelings. ✔ You will NOT impede on my personal freedom. ✔ You will NOT make decisions against the will of the people. You will NOT waste or squander my hard-earned money. ✔ You will NOT make a mockery of our government by abusing executive power for political gain. ✔ You will NOT stomp on our liberty. ✔ I’ve had enough and I firmly cry “No!”

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AIRFARE INCLUDED FROM OVER 60 US CITIES Start in New Orleans for two days and nights and tour ‘The Big Easy,’ including the French Quarter, St. Louis Cathedral, Bourbon Street, the Ninth Ward devastated by Hurricane Katrina, Lake Pontchartrain, the new flood gates and rebuilt levees, plus travel on St. Charles Avenue, following the Mardi Gras route. Then before boarding the NCL Star, visit the museum “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond.” Aboard ship enjoy the renowned Norwegian Freestyle cruise experience with 10 different dining rooms with no assigned seating. In the Western Caribbean visit the exciting ports of: Costa Maya, Mexico, with Mayan Ruins and unspoiled coastal paradise; Belize City, Belize (in Central America), an English colony as late as 1963; Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, a peaceful, eco-tourist’s dream, teaming with marine life and prestine reefs; and Cozumel, Mexico, an isolated island with a laid-back charm. After seven nights at sea, spend a final night in New Orleans to tour two, pre-civil war mansions and plantations. *Air supplement from some airports.

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“Carefree” best describes your vacation starting with your Polynesian tour director meeting you at the Honolulu airport. Spend 5 nights in Waikiki Beach (Honolulu) on Oahu; 3 nights on Kauai; 2 on Maui; 1 night in Hilo and 3 in Kona, on Hawaii (“the-big-island”). Escorted sightseeing includes a city tour of Honolulu, Punchbowl Crater and Pearl Harbor, the Wailua River Boat Cruise, The Old Whaling Capital of Lahaina, the Iao Valley, Hilo Orchid Gardens, Rainbow Falls, Black Sand Beaches, Volcanoes National Park and more. Includes: hotel accommodations, taxes, inter-island flights, baggage handling, escort, & sightseeing. *Price per person, based on double occupancy. Airfare is extra. Seasonal rates may apply. We specialize in Hawaii and have had our own office in Honolulu since 1967!

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Star t in Ft. Lauderdale for one -night with a city tour, including Miami. The following day, you will board the magnificent MSC Poesia where you will discover comfor t and luxur y cruising at its best! Sail to por ts in: “ The Big Apple,” New York City ; Ponta Delgada, in the Azores, with miles of sandy beaches; Lisbon, Por tugal, filled with cobblestone streets; La Coruna, Spain, known for spectacular inland scener y and seaside towns and Dover, England, famous for its amazing white cliffs. Disembark in Kiel, Germany and travel to Hamburg for the star t of your five -day tour of Germany including: Berlin, Dresden, Weimar, Nuremburg and Munich. Fly home May 12th. *Add only $600 for Superior Balcony Stateroom.

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Your vacation begins in Seattle where you will board the NCL Jewel for a seven night Alaska cruise through the scenic Inside Passage to Ketchikan, “The Salmon Capital of the World;” Juneau, Sawyer Glacier, with incredible colors; Skagway, where you can stroll the weathered boardwalks; and Victoria, BC on Vancouver Island. Disembark in Seattle and enjoy a city tour with all the highlights. The next day board the Amtrak Coast Starlight train to San Francisco. Travel by day through Washington and Oregon’s spectacular scenic vistas. Enjoy your Amtrak sleeper-roomette at night (includes VIP lounge). Arrive in Napa and visit two of the area’s premier wineries. Then spend two nights in San Francisco (stay near Fisherman’s Wharf ) with a city tour including the Golden Gate Bridge, Pier 39 and Union Square.

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early every day, Americans are bombarded with news of the mushrooming national debt. Yet we continue to hear proposals from Washington for one new federal program after another, with price tags regularly ranging in the hundreds of billions of dollars. All such expenditures are, according to their advocates, absolutely critical to Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health and future, though the nation fared extremely well without any of them in the past. Such numbers are mesmerizing in their enormity, but after the initial shock wears off, their continual repetition tends to have a numbing effect on the general populace. In a very real sense, this plays perfectly into the strategy of the big-government liberals who have dragged America towards a financial abyss in recent years. If the notion of a trillion dollars of increased debt every year causes little or no distress among voters, then the political elite can proceed to write checks of such astronomical amounts to their favorite special interest groups despite having no funds to back them up. Perhaps a day of reckoning will come, or maybe it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. But in either case, it will all be left to some future office

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holder to pick up the pieces. This is how things have worked in the past, and far too few people in high places believe that anything needs to change now. However, the financial landscape has changed, and very significantly. Both domestically and on the world scene, the former pattern of simply borrowing from some international bank, and passing the cost of bloated and expensive social programs on to future generations, is meeting with greater and greater resistance. Debtor nations are simply running out of monetary sources from which to finance their unrestrained spending. A major segment of the American population was alive in 1982, the year in which the total debt of this nation passed the $1 trillion mark. And at that time, the event was considered extremely alarming. Yet by the end of 2008, the debt had increased tenfold. Worse yet, since 2009, each yearly deficit has far exceeded the one trillion dollar mark. Currently, the total has grown to sixteen trillion dollars. The timeline of this financial disaster needs to be considered in greater depth, in order for its real impact to be comprehended.

plus annual deficits. Instead of approFrom 1789, the year the Constitution priately managing the nation’s finances, was ratified, through 1981, the total And if America neglects to the plan is to maintain the “loyalty” of debt of the United States of America key constituencies by keeping them dedid not exceed one trillion dollars. address these problems in pendent, which hopefully will translate That time period encompassed such time, and allows its fi nancial to party-line votes on Election Day. This epic milestones as the Louisiana Puris the grim game that big government chase, the War of 1812, the Civil War, house to collapse, just what liberals inside the Beltway are willing to two World Wars, Franklin Roosevelt’s play with America’s future, and the in“New Deal,” Lyndon Johnson’s “Great will day to day life in this dication of how much real concern they Society,” landing on the moon, and the country eventually look like? have for the plight of the “little people.” development of the first Space Shuttle, In a similar manner, the question just to name a few highlights. We can get a glimpse of that of the nation’s legal debt ceiling has Throughout that entire span of time, future by considering the been wholly mischaracterized, and is though federal programs often extendregularly wielded as a political weapon ed beyond the constitutional boundmayhem occurring on the instead of being addressed in its stark aries placed on government by the other side of the Atlantic, reality. The debate last summer over founders, the cost of servicing the debt whether or not to raise the debt ceiling remained manageable, which is to say amid the news reports of was shamelessly demagogued by the that it could be sustained. The ongoing Obama Administration and congres“tug of war” between those who sought impending calamity within sional Democrats, along with the liberal to relentlessly expand government, the European Union. media, who presented it as evidence and their opponents who endeavored that Republicans would mercilessly cut to keep costs under control, served to off Social Security checks to seniors and prevent a financial meltdown, even withhold pay from military personnel. when the nation strained under the In the aftermath of the debate, Standard disproportionate loads imposed by the and Poors downgraded America’s credit initial forays into socialism under Roorating for the first time in this nation’s sevelt, along with Johnson. history. As recently as the 1990s, the RepubliWhile accusations abounded that can controlled House of Representatives the credit rating downgrade occurred in managed to balance the federal budget for response to the strident political debate preceding the action of the first time in decades, giving rise to optimism among many Congress to raise the debt limit (Apparently, we are expected to that perhaps the federal leviathan might have been brought unbelieve that multi-billion dollar financiers are traumatized by parder control. And while deficits reappeared later in the decade tisan bickering.), in truth it was the growing specter of insolvency and increased significantly in the aftermath of 9-11, the financial that caused so much anxiety on the world financial scene. And course of the nation still seemed fairly secure. while America’s current situation has not yet descended into comSince the inauguration of Barack Obama in 2009 a fundamental plete chaos, the possibility of a major financial meltdown at some change in attitude regarding spending swept the highest levels of point in the future still makes investors understandably nervous. government, vastly eclipsing any former spending excesses. DurUltimately, despite all of the political posturing and grandstanding the three years since, it spawned a financial tsunami that is ing, the task of bringing federal spending under control in order to not only crippling the economy and wreaking havoc on the priavoid a complete bankruptcy of the national treasury is critical to vate business owner on Main Street, but portends an inevitable our wellbeing as a nation. The profligate spending must be reined catastrophe at the federal level as well. Unfortunately, rather than in, and maintained at realistic levels that can be supported withrationally confronting the situation with an eye towards rectifying out overwhelming the private sector economy. Otherwise, the day it, Obama aided and abetted by his minions on Capitol Hill and will dawn when the federal government will simply be unable to in the nightly news, is intent on continuing down this disastrous provide those services on which so many citizens have come to course, motivated by a mindless devotion to the failed and disdepend. At that point, no amount of rioting in the streets or other credited philosophy of collectivism. displays of public disapproval will fix anything. Over on Capitol Hill, Senate Democrats have likewise engaged And if America neglects to address these problems in time, and in disgraceful political maneuvers designed to continue the allows its financial house to collapse, just what will day to day life spending spree while dodging culpability for it. In a total breach in this country eventually look like? We can get a glimpse of that of their constitutional responsibility, they have refused to pass a future by considering the mayhem occurring on the other side of federal budget for over three years. However, in Washington “no the Atlantic, amid the news reports of impending calamity within budget” does not mean no spending. It means no attempt to limit the European Union. Over the last several months, predictions spending to a reasonable and sustainable rate. The disbursement of pending financial disaster within the European Union have of federal dollars continues to balloon with new trillion dollar

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U.S. Debt and Deﬁcit Statistics The numbers are staggering and the implications are ominous by Pam Smith

xcessive spending has created record levels of debt and deficits, and the worst is yet to come, threatening opportunity and prosperity for younger generations. As the “fiscal cliff” gets closer and closer, the debate about fiscal responsibility and the need to balance the budget must take center stage as we approach the Presidential Election. The decisions that will be made over the next four years are critical to the country’s economic future, and the American public must know the facts as they head to the polls. The National Debt has increased more during President Obama’s time in office than it did during 8 years of the George W. Bush presidency. The Debt rose $4.899 trillion during the two terms of the Bush presidency. It has now gone up over $4.939 trillion since President Obama took office. If current policies are continued, federal debt will grow rapidly from its already high level, exceeding 90 percent of Gross Domestic Product in 2022, and the U.S. could face another devastating fiscal crisis according to a new report issued by the non partisan Congressional

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Budget Office. The long-term CBO outlook warns that, absent some grand bargain by the White House and Congress to begin controlling spiraling entitlement and other government spending, the “growing debt . . . would increase the probability of a sudden fiscal crisis, during which investors would lose confidence in the government’s ability to manage its budget and the government would thereby lose its ability to borrow at affordable rates.” This is a critical time for America and we cannot endure four more years of unsustainable federal fiscal policies. It’s time to send leaders to Washington who care more about the next generation than they do about the next election.

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What if the Fiscal Crisis Pushes Us Over the Edge? by Dan Weber

t the turn of the 20th Century, few people could have imagined the horror bestowed upon

Germany during the Second World War. Fifteen years ago, most Americans would have denied the possibility of our Twin Towers falling at the hands of terrorists. Today, most Americans do not want to imagine what our country could look like should our Government continue with out of control spending while systematically stripping our citizens of their individual rights.

Unfortunately, the following scenario could very well be the reality for future generations of Americans unless we stand together for change this November.

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70% last year, th e economy becam e unsustainable. There wa s not enough mon ey for the government to pa y its bills and it wa s impossible to raise taxes any further after em ployers and employees joi ned together in tax str ikes. When the US Gove rnment announce d that they had to defau lt on Treasury bo nds and bills held by vario us countries, they should have anticipated the disastrous res ults that followed. This wa s after the govern ment had cut over 200,000 federal jobs and reduced Federal pensions and Social Securit y by 25%. But even those dr astic measures co ul d not stop what was to happen next. The Chinese, wh o Treasury Secretar y Paul Wilson blamed for starting WW D by demanding the territ ory of Taiwan be returned to the Chinese na tion, dumped the majority of their U.S. hold ings sending our ec onomy into a tailspin. Th ey followed that up with their successful att empt to replace th e U.S. dollar as the world currency with a ne w currency called the Su ng. Russia, Iran, Ve nezuela and the Saudiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s im mediately announ ced their support for the Su ng. The President, in his last

he riots in all of ou r major cities have now spread to sm aller cities and town s across the nation. Police departmen ts stand idly by as ho ards of people sto rm stores and warehouses stripping them of anything of value. The loo ters, many of wh om are armed, have had sporadic shootout s as different neighborhoods and gangs attempt to gain control of their ter ritories. So far, th e na tional death toll is estim ated at 12,000. A loaf of bread, mostly sold locall y since the transportation network has basic ally been shut down, now costs between tw enty and thirty dollars. Homeowners have banded together to form defense perimeters around their comm unities. American citizens who had previously volunteered to serve in local fire departm ents and who used to run th e soccer and Little Leagues now serve in their local militias. The bartering system has largely replaced the cash and credit system as the pred ominate method of trade. A wristwatch is given for ten gallons of ga soline while I recently wi tnessed a case of to ile t paper being exchange Police in Riot gear d for a case of soup guuard a food proces . sing plant during recent unrest From the richest to in Washington the poorest - all of us are now suffering fro press conference, m the effects of W condemned their WD, the Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Worst Depr actions as a conspiracy aimed ession. at toppling Ameri Analysts are in ca as a superpower. At th agreement that th e same conferenc e root cause of our financ e he affirmed the contin ial problems began ued use of our m with the huge National Debt ilitary to guard and help ru and annual budget n the food processin de fi cit. When the interes g plants to assure the natio t on our loans we n its food supply wo nt from 40% of the natio uld not be shut down. nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget in 2012 to over

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become ever more dire. Yet, we are told, the situation can somehow be salvaged if rich and productive nations will merely fork over more of their hard earned money to regions that are less affluent. Rarely mentioned however is that given the prevailing mindset among so many Europeans, the will may no longer exist to take the necessary action to avoid total monetary ruin. Despite the profound differences that distinguish the United States and the European Union, certain disturbing similarities need to be considered. For instance, the ongoing effort to wrest greater sums of money from productive European nations and redistribute it among their poorer neighbors bears a grim similarity to the “class warfare” that has been fomented by liberal politicians in this country. Any Americans who have been sensible enough to accumulate a “nest egg” for retirement now qualify as the hated “rich,” and are increasingly considered as targets of collectivist redistribution. Worse, if liberals get their way, such people will not only be robbed of their earnings, they will thereafter be consigned to dependence on a system that is doomed to failure. And if anyone doubts that their national leaders could so thoroughly betray the people, consider the manner in which the Social Security Trust fund was systematically pillaged, beginning with the Administration of Lyndon Johnson, as a means of financing the monstrous growth of government, despite the risk to future recipients posed by such action. For some time, liberals have longingly eyed Roth IRA and 401(k) retirement plans which they also regard as enormous stockpiles of revenue to be plundered and absorbed into public coffers. In like manner, the war on banks (as embodied in the venom of the “Occupy” movement) is not directed at bankers, but at every citizen who responsibly seeks to save in such institutions. Also, in the last few years, we have been confronted with outrageous state level spending excesses and burgeoning deficits in places such as California and New York, where liberals overwhelmingly dominate the legislatures. Yet the political leaders in those states increasingly expect the Federal Government to bail them out, which ultimately means that the rest of America has to pay their bills so they can continue their spending binges unabated. And any mention of cutting budgets, or even restraining their exponential growth, is immediately met with threats of severe retribution against office holders advocating such measures. The voting constituencies in this country who have been conditioned to expect a handout from the government and regard public “assistance” as their inherent right are no more likely to

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turn back from the precipice of financial disaster than are the rioting hordes in the streets of Athens or Madrid. At so precarious of a juncture, the worst possible course of action would be to drop a ticking, multi-trillion dollar time bomb on the national economy. Yet that is exactly the inescapable effect that Obamacare will have on America, if it is not completely repealed by the next Congress. Now that Chief Justice John Roberts and the other activist judges on the Supreme Court have invented a new judicial gauntlet by which any new extra constitutional government action can be validated on the basis of being a “tax,” Obama has been given the green light to inflict his destruction on the nation. So in the wake of such treachery, total repeal is now the only saving recourse available to America. It has become inarguable that this nation’s financial system is in decline and approaching a breaking point. Nevertheless, the Obama Administration summarily rejects the only course to recuperation, which is to severely curtail the scope and cost of government, while aggressively removing the innumerable bureaucratic roadblocks that prevent the private sector businesses across the nation from reinvigorating production, and thus reviving the economy. Instead, these ideologically blinded liberals continue to stump for more government “stimulus” programs, though this approach has always yielded abysmal results, since it invariably robs the private sector economy of needed financial impetus, and thus can only guarantee a continuation of economic malaise. Fortunately, Americans are becoming more aware of the realities they face. And, as indicated by several very encouraging recent events such as the stunning victory of Republican Governor Scott Walker in the June 5 Wisconsin recall election, if the message of responsibly managing government finances is vigorously and plainly presented to the voters, they will overwhelmingly opt for a proper course correction. This fall, America will decide between two markedly different directions for its future. Democrat incumbent Barack Obama has unmistakably telegraphed his intentions to maintain the devastating program of increased bloat and expansion in every facet of government, which will only be aggravated by the additional crushing burden of socialized medicine, leading inexorably to the eventual collapse of the economy under the debt that will accumulate. In contrast, Republican challenger Mitt Romney has not only shown that as a businessman he has the ability to operate within his means, but he has succinctly explained his desire to return the ultimate economic power in this nation to the people, who historically are best suited to provide for themselves. It may seem trite to invoke the overused declaration “Elections have consequences.” Yet in consideration of the financial cliff on which the nation currently teeters, it is accurate to assert that this November’s presidential election will be more consequential than any other in well over a century.

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Americans along race, gender, sexual orientation, economic class or religious lines. Obama has deliberately tried to do so – and is continuing to do so, on steroids. Just a few weeks ago, Obama lamented that he would like to implement changes to the immigration law through executive order and administratively because he couldn’t get Congress to pass his beloved Dream Act, or “comprehensive immigration reform.” Then he must have had an epiphany that Americans were no longer buying into his propaganda and excuses and that he was going to have to switch gears and change his course if he had any chance to be re-elected. So he issued an executive order to stop deportation for socalled “Dreamers” – as many as 800,000 illegal immigrants, and immediately demonized Republicans as bigots for forcing him to go around Congress. It has apparently become clear to him that his best chance of winning is to rev up his core constituencies, and this was just one way he went about doing it. Not too many months before, he had done the same thing by finally coming out for same-sex marriage, which he had pretended to be against since his campaign, despite having been on record at least as early as 1996 as having supported it. You will also recall the bogus war on women he attempted to fabricate not long before that. And we’re all painfully familiar with his constant invocation of the race card, and his pernicious use of class warfare – always appealing to our baser human instincts. He needs to drive voter turnout of his base, and so we should expect to see other such tactics between now and November. I don’t believe his efforts will be successful and I think Mitt Romney, to counter them, should stay focused on Obama’s record – emphasizing not just the economy, but our imminent national financial crisis and Obama’s refusal to participate in its solution. But Romney also needs to articulate a positive, optimistic vision. He shouldn’t just tout his business credentials. He should also articulate an uplifting “rising tides lifts all boats” vision, and he should sharply contrast that vision with Obama’s record. He will win if he avoids the fecklessness that characterized John McCain’s 2008 campaign and if he will take the gloves off and be unafraid to tell the American people just how grave our current financial and economic situation is and how indescribably horrible Obama’s policies have been and will continue to be. He needs to be very clear that if Obama is re-elected, our kids and grandkids can kiss America goodbye – at least the America we have known. Accuse me of hyperbole if you choose, but then the burden shifts to you to explain how Paul Ryan’s forecast is fallacious and how there is any reasonable likelihood that Obama, if re-elected, will do anything to avert that nightmare forecast. Quit being afraid to state the truth for fear that you’ll look like a wild-eyed extremist. The truth warrants such alarm – and passion in communicating it. Bila: You end The Great Destroyer on a note of mixed optimism: “It is still not too late to save America and

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restore her to a path of greatness, of robust liberty, and of economic prosperity. But I fear it is not hyperbole to suggest that it very well may be too late if we don’t end this madness in November 2012 by voting Barack Obama out of office.” Despite Obama’s consistently failing policies, polling suggests that he and Romney remain in a tight race. Does that concern you? And do you think the Supreme Court ruling to uphold Obamacare via taxing power will be a big problem for our President this election season? Or will he successfully spin that too? Limbaugh: I believe Obama can be beaten and beaten very handily – perhaps even by a landslide. I am optimistic that will happen and that when it does, with the help of grassroots conservatives as watchdogs, the Republican Party will implement reforms critical to saving the Republic, from entitlement reform to repealing Obamacare to tax reforms to major, major spending cuts in the short term and long term. They will also need to rebuild our military at the same time, which is another subject we haven’t touched on, but it makes national financial reform that much more imperative. I do believe Obamacare 2, i.e., Justice Roberts’ deplorable majority-led decision affirming Obamacare through specious reasoning and sophistry, will redound to the Republicans’ benefit. Governor Romney happens to be poorly situated, as candidates go, to capitalize on this issue because of his own record with Romneycare. But as he has firmly pledged to repeal Obamacare, there is no reason he can’t successfully capitalize on the Court’s decision. It was an abominable decision in expanding Congress’s power under the Constitution’s taxing authority. The bill was not presented as a tax bill, but involved a penalty – not a tax – for failure to comply with the mandate. But Obama’s lawyers pushed the alternative “tax” argument, and if you live by the sword, you must die by it. Therefore, Obama must be saddled now with Obamacare as a tax. The Court has spoken and it is a tax and it constitutes an enormous tax increase, including on the middle class. Obama owns this bill now as a tax. Romney must make him own it. If you’ll recall, Obamacare was the single greatest catalyst leading to the Tea Party. This decision has resurrected the issue in a major way and will help galvanize the conservative grassroots to defeat Obama. This election is Romney’s to lose. He must not blow it. I respectfully urge Governor Romney to take a page out of Governor Walker’s playbook. As long as he does not allow himself to be intimidated by the propaganda and demonization, as long as he stands up to Obama’s bullying and takes the gloves off and lands hard blows – persistently, by showing just how dangerous Obama’s agenda is for America – and does it all with a spirit of restoring America’s greatness, he will win resoundingly in America, and we can begin the path to national restoration. To read the full interview, please visit amac.us/david-limbaugh-talks-the-great-destroyer

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“The Golden Heart of Alaska” D.J. Wilson

airbanks, Alaska was founded in an interesting manner in August of 1901, by Captain E.T. Barnette who was traveling aboard a steamboat headed to nearby Tanacross to set a trading post. Instead of arriving at their destination, the steamboat ran aground while in shallow water. Barnette and his party found themselves left along the banks of the Chena River with their supplies. Prospectors working in the north hills noticed smoke from the steamer’s engines and came down. They convinced Barnette of the potential of the area and he set up a trading post at the site. In 1902, an Italian immigrant by the name of Felix Pedro made the discovery of gold and the town became incorporated one year later by a 75% majority vote. As early as 1905 the city had a power plant, electricity and sewer services. There was also a school, police and fire headquarters, one hospital and one three-story building. The settlement was named after a Republican Senator from Indiana, Charles W. Fairbanks, who later served as Vice President of the United States under Theodore Roosevelt during his second term. This was at the urging of E.T. Barnette, who

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became the first Mayor of the City of Fairbanks. Fairbanks had its share of floods from ice jams and heavy rainfall. The original bridge across the Chena River stood on wooden pilings and was often washed out before a permanent bridge was built at Cushman Street in 1917. Fairbanks is described as “The Golden Heart of Alaska” due to the discovery of gold and the great nature of its people. Fairbanks, located 188 miles south of the Arctic Circle, began as a major producer of agricultural goods. Paul J. Rickert owned and operated a large farm until his death in 1938. Early roads were established and many were named after prominent local farmers. Despite food production efforts, agriculture in the area was not able to sustain the population, though it came close at times. The building of Ladd Army Airfield began in 1939, under the direction of the federal government during the New Deal and World War II, which helped to boost economic and population growth. The presence of the U.S. Military has remained steady in Fairbanks. In the 1960s, Ladd Air Force Base became Fort Wainwright. In 1967, a record rainfall caused the Chena to surge over its banks

and flooded almost the entire town of Fairbanks overnight. This led to the construction of the Moose Creek Dam and an 8 mile long spillway, which diverts water away from the city. 1969 was the year in which the trans-Alaska oil pipeline began construction. Today, Fairbanks is the largest interior city in the state of Alaska. With a diversified economy due to oil, gas, gold, coal mining and tourism, coupled with a military industry and educational opportunities from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks has developed into a vibrant place to live and explore. With a population of 31,000, and 97,000 when including the Fairbanks North Star Borough, the city has seen tremendous growth since its humble beginning. Serving as a hub to Alaska’s Arctic and Interior, the city welcomes tourists from all over the world. People of the globe enjoy traveling to this destination to observe Alaska’s beauty and unique topography, and to experience the magnificent Northern Lights, the Aurora Borealis. This spectacular event occurs in colder months, with spring and fall the optimal viewing times. Summer is a lovely time to visit as the sun doesn’t set during the summer solstice, leaving long summer days. While Alaska carries the reputation for cold and harsh winters, with some days dipping to 65 degrees below, it can get as hot as 90 degrees in the summer. The warm weather and sun provide opportunities for locals to garden and enjoy the temperate season. The shortest days of winter leave less than three hours of sunlight, fitting the description “Land of the Midnight Sun.” The Golden Heart of Alaska is also affectionately called “The Last Frontier” due to its charm and country characteristics. It is centrally located and is described as “tiny villages scattered throughout wilderness.” Fairbanks retains the “frontier” feel of days gone by and lies within the North Star Borough which is about the size of the State of New Jersey. It is also known as “The Land of a Thousand Smokes” due to past and active volcanic activity of 140 volcanos and from earthquakes. The diversity of the land is quite striking, from magnificent mountains, quaint waterfalls, flat and treeless tundra, winding rivers, stunning glaciers and even hot springs. The city of Fairbanks is situated 358 miles north of Anchorage via the Parks Highway. Its proximity to Mount McKinley and Denali Park, located roughly 120

miles south of Fairbanks, make the town a natural part of the unique Alaskan experience and a must-see location for travelers. It is a worthwhile place to visit, filled with great history from its gold rush past to its magnificent present. Please enjoy the story below as experienced by a young lady who once called Alaska “home” shortly after her marriage in the 1950’s.

Dorothy’s Story - Memories of Alaska In the fall of 1951, a young bride named Dorothy Wilson joined her new husband Bob who was on duty in the armed forces. Departing Milwaukee, WI, she spent her 21st birthday on the train to Seattle where she then boarded a propeller Pan-Am airplane headed for adventure in the rugged yet beautiful state of Alaska. Dorothy sat beside an elderly lady who warned her not to speak to the friendly and social young soldiers who were seated across from them, probably headed toward Korea. This was the first time Dorothy traveled alone. Married in May of the same year, she feared her husband would be going overseas. At this time, the Korean War was happening and the only information Dorothy received was that Bob would soon be heading west. In August, Bob departed and Dorothy kept busy working at the West Allis State Bank. They wrote letters to each other practically every day and she was thrilled when a letter arrived from him which asked “Wouldn’t you like to come to Alaska?” Dorothy learned that Bob had traveled to the West Coast and arrived in Alaska via a rocky boat journey and was anxiously waiting for her to join him. The young and strikingly beautiful Dorothy was eager to see her husband. Bob was stationed at Ladd Air Force Base as an office clerk for the 4th regiment, a well-respected unit in the Army. He came in as a National Guard and due to his talents was assigned to the infantry and shortly after became a Corporal. Before Dorothy arrived, continued on pg. 44

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Bob had some time off and he began to explore the town of Fairbanks. He observed a man constructing a brand new motel and wasted no time asking to reserve the first unit. This was to be their home in Alaska, but temporary housing was required until construction was completed. For their first six weeks in Alaska, Bob and Dorothy lived at Honest John’s Trailer Camp with shared showers and toilets in the middle of a courtyard, quite an experience for a newly married couple. The military presence in Fairbanks made an impression on Dorothy. At that time, the town was quite small, rather like a rugged frontier town. Dorothy recalls there was one main street named Cushman with numbered cross streets. Few roads were paved and those which were not remained muddy. She remembers a log cabin on the main road that looked like it was falling down. Everyone knew it was the prospector’s place. There was one café open 24 hours named the Model Café. It was one block long with entrances on either side. Of course, they lived off base and received a living allowance which wasn’t much. It was not in their budget to eat out often, so Dorothy learned to cook. Dorothy remembers writing her mother to ask questions about how to roast a chicken and was anxious to receive her Mother’s cooking advice, which usually took a couple of weeks. Her first attempt at making a pie crust practically left her in tears, while her husband did all he could to hold back laughter. Fortunately, her baking skills greatly improved over time. Bob and Dorothy occasionally “splurged” by going to the Nevada Kid Market where one could buy rather expensive imported fresh fruit. Dorothy adapted to life in Alaska quickly, despite experiencing an occasional bout of homesickness. Within a short time of arriving in Fairbanks, she put her skills to work by accepting a job as a bookkeeper at the 1st National Bank of Fairbanks. Later she became a teller which she greatly enjoyed as she got to meet much of the town’s folks, from dance girls to members of the squadron club. Dorothy walked to and from work as they did not own a car. The women wore pants instead of dresses most of the time due to the weather and muddy road conditions. When a second bank opened in town, The Bank of Fairbanks, an occurrence happened as a result of a permafrost disturbance. The building shifted slightly and on their grand opening day, the new bank couldn’t get the vault open. Dorothy remembers officers from the new bank coming into her bank to borrow money. The banks were about three blocks apart. Once a month, when the banks vaults were being filled for payroll, armored half-tracks parked outside the bank as a show of military security. Bob and Dorothy also walked to and from church on Sundays. The ski jacket and pants her parents gave her as a gift came in handy and she remembers walking across the bouncy wooden footbridge in order to get to church. You could always tell who walked to church versus who had driven, for the ones who walked had frost around their face and eyebrows from breath-

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ing. Dorothy describes the church as wooden and picturesque with a single steeple. The unparalleled beauty of the scenery remains forever embedded in her memories as she recalls the charm of the church and splendor of the Alaskan countryside. The couple enjoyed the camaraderie of the soldiers and their wives, and many became friends. Prior to pay-day, couples would get together to share what was left of their “bottles” and to celebrate. In their free time, they played cards with friends and read. Though they lost power often, they listened to one of two radio stations in town. Dorothy also enjoyed sewing and baking and she and Bob entertained soldiers from the base almost every Sunday for dinner. Their living room had only one couch, one chair, and their kitchen table was only big enough for two. This made them improvise by making extra chairs by piling up the couch cushions to accommodate guests. From time to time, they stopped to visit a friend who was moonlighting as a bartender. One time, while Dorothy was still working, Bob stopped in to see their friend. A couple got into an argument and the man pulled out a gun and began firing it around the bar. People dove under tables and Bob ducked behind the bar. Later when things had calmed, he brought Dorothy to the bar to show her the bullet holes. On another occasion, Bob’s friend discovered his heavy army overcoat “went missing”. They were very expensive to replace and greatly needed for warmth. Luckily, his friend discovered it for sale in Honest John’s Thrift Shop, his numbers inside, and got it back “without incident”. Generally, things were not that wild in town. Dorothy recalls an adventure she and Bob took with neighbors who owned a car. They drove pretty far and met an old miner who was prospecting for gold. Despite his knowledge and respect of nature, they later learned he was killed by a moose. Perhaps one of the most memorable trips they took was to breathtaking Mount McKinley. They enjoyed snowshoeing amongst the beautiful white snow-covered pines and recalls hearing people make bets on when the ice would go off the rivers. In fact, she recalls seeing a timer on a stick placed on the river to accurately tell. Another fond memory was watching dog sled races on the beautiful ice-covered Chena River. After Bob completed his two years of service, he did not wish to re-enlist. Instead, he sent Dorothy back to Wisconsin slightly ahead of himself, as she was expecting their first child. Despite a change of planes due to engine trouble, Dorothy eventually arrived en route to their next home aboard a luxurious Northwest Stratocruiser. Bob drove and when they met up, they began a new life in Milwaukee and later settled in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to raise their family. Though time has passed, memories of special days spent in rural Fairbanks are carried in Dorothy’s heart. This article is dedicated in memory of Bob Wilson.

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Medicare 102:

Understanding Medicare Enrollment Periods continued from pg. 12

Supplements (Medigap Policies) Open Enrollment:

This is the 6 month period after your part B effective date when you can enroll into a Supplement without being underwritten. Keep in mind you have a pre-enrollment period of 6 months before your part B effective date in which you can apply for a supplement without being underwritten.

Guarantee Issue Period:

This is similar to an SEP in which special circumstances will allow you to enroll into a Supplement without being subject to underwriting. Keep in mind that your premiums can be higher due to your age at the time of enrollment.

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★Kathie’s Kitchen

Turn Over a New Leaf F

resh herbs have long enjoyed a place of importance in the

❧ Use a sharp knife when cutting fresh herbs. A dull one will

hearts of cooks. They are, without a doubt, the most ver-

crush and bruise the herbs. Scissors also work well when

satile culinary ingredient on the planet. Fresh herbs add

chopping chives or snipping off tender leaves.

rich and savory flavors to foods, perking up and adding depth to meats, vegetables, seafood, poultry and soups. They are a quick, healthy and fat-free way to add spice to everyday meals without adding additional sodium and calories.

❧ In most recipes, you can very easily substitute fresh herbs for dry herbs by using about 3 times the amount – 1 tsp. dry equals 1 Tbs. fresh.

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Buy herbs with vibrant color and aroma. Avoid those that are limp, yellowing, have black spots or don’t smell totally fresh.

❧ To store - Trim unwashed herb bunches. Wrap in a damp paper

❧ Do you have leftover fresh herbs? Fill an ice cube tray with finely chopped herbs and pour water over just to cover. Freeze until solid. Pop frozen cubes into a freezer bag. Place into the freezer until needed.

❧ Fresh herbs can also be dried for later use - Remove leaves from the bottom inch of each stem. Bundle several stems together with string or a rubber band. Hang upside down in a warm, airy room. When completely dry, crumble the leaves into jars.

❧ Herb butters are one of the most wonderful treats you can make with herbs. Combine 1 stick of softened butter with 1

towel and slip into a plastic bag filled with a little air to prevent

tsp. lemon juice and 2 Tbsp. fresh chopped herbs of your

crushing. Place in the refrigerator crisper drawer. Wash when

choice. Transfer the mixture to a piece of waxed or parchment

ready to use.

paper and roll into a log. Refrigerate until firm. Slice and serve with corn on the cob, Italian bread, steamed vegetables, baked potato, fish fillets or cooked pasta.

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Roast Pork with Mustard, Sage & Maple Glaze

New Potatoes with Garlic & Thyme ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑

2 – 2 1/2 lbs. red new potatoes – halved 1/4 cup olive oil 4 – 5 cloves of garlic – halved 1 Tbs. chopped fresh thyme 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper Chopped parsley - optional Preheat oven to 375º. Fill a large pot with water and

bring to a boil. Add potatoes. Bring back to a boil, reduce heat slightly, cover partially and cook for 5 minutes. Drain. Combine cooked potatoes with olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper. Toss well. Arrange in a single layer on a baking pan. Bake 25 – 30 minutes, turning

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1 Tbs. olive oil 1 medium onion - diced 4 cloves of garlic – chopped 1/3 cup of coarsely chopped fresh sage 1/2 cup Dijon mustard 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (not imitation) 1 Tbs. soy sauce 1/4 tsp. salt Pinch of pepper 3 lb. boneless pork loin roast salt & pepper Prepare glaze: Heat oil in a small pan over medium

heat. Add onion & garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until softened – about 5 minutes. Cool slightly. Combine onion / garlic mixture, sage, mustard, maple syrup, soy sauce, salt and pepper in a blender and puree until smooth. Set aside. Preheat oven to 450º. Season pork with salt and pepper and allow to sit at room temperature while oven preheats. Roast pork in the center of the oven for 30 minutes. Cover the pork with prepared glaze. Reduce oven temperature to 350º and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 150º. Transfer to a cutting board and allow pork to rest for 15 minutes before carving. Serves 6.

several times, until tender and golden. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired. Serves 6.

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Create herb-infused oils to use in vinaigrettes, as a bread dip or drizzled over cooked vegetables - In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat 1 cup of olive oil along with 5 sprigs of thyme or 2 sprigs of rosemary until bubbles appear around the edge of the pan. Cool completely. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

❧ Make rosemary skewers by stripping the leaves from stout, woody rosemary branches. Cut one end at an angle to form a sharp point. Thread vegetables and meats onto the skewers for grilling.

❧ Add a handful of fresh, mixed herbs to leftover white wine. Use as a marinade for chicken or fish.

❧ Think beyond lettuce – adding coarsely chopped herbs to a salad adds great flavor and color. Dill, basil, mint and parsley

Butternut Squash with Rosemary & Shallots ❑ 3 cups butternut squash – peeled & cut into 3/4 inch dice ❑ 4 medium shallots – peeled and quartered ❑ 2 Tbs. olive oil ❑ 1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary ❑ 1 tsp. salt ❑ 1/2 tsp. pepper ❑ 1/2 tsp. sugar Preheat oven to 450º. Place squash and shallots on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with rosemary, salt, pepper and sugar. Roast for 20 minutes. Stir, and continue roasting for an additional 10 - 15 minutes or until tender. Serves 4.

are especially delicious.

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★ AMAC in Action SCOTUS Ruling – Dan Weber Speaks at Press Conference on Capitol Hill

about issues that could adversely affect our members so that we can act quickly; and making suggestions as to how AMAC can better serve its members. The AMAC Political Action Team organizes, facilitates and processes petitions, polls, rallies and press conferences. The committee stays active in Washington, in the media and at political conventions to bring attention to issues that affect seniors and conservative Americans nationwide.

AMAC Columnist Jedediah Bila Appears on FOX News

Dan Weber, AMAC’s president, was invited to speak at a news conference outside the US Capitol on June 28, 2012. The News Conference was held by the “House GOP Doctor’s Caucus,” a group of 21 doctors and medical professionals who are Republican members of the U.S. House of Representatives. These elected officials responded to the Supreme Court decision on ObamaCare, and presented their plans to replace ObamaCare with positive improvements to our Health Care system. Dan appeared at the podium with over 60,000 petitions to repeal ObamaCare signed by AMAC members. AMAC Ambassadors hand delivered the petitions to representatives of each congressional district the following week.

New Member Services Call Center Opens As part of ongoing efforts to better serve AMAC members, a state-of-the-art call center has been opened in Lady Lake, Florida. The new facility will also headquarter the AMAC Ambassador Leadership Program and the AMAC Political Action Team. AMAC Ambassadors are volunteers who work to strengthen AMAC through various functions including: introducing AMAC to family, friends, civic groups and senior groups; developing local chapters where members can gather, share and socialize; keeping AMAC informed

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AMAC columnist Jedediah Bila has become a regular guest on Fox News and Fox Business, including such shows as Hannity, FOX & Friends, Red Eye w/ Greg Gutfeld, Varney & Co., America’s Nightly Scoreboard, Follow the Money, America’s Newsroom, and Lou Dobbs Tonight. Jededia’s television appearance schedule can be found at www. jedediahbila.com.

Health Care Workshops Launched The AMAC Health Care Workshops have been launched in an effort to share information and ideas from qualified persons to make positive proposals to improve our Health Care System. Our goal is to formulate methods that will restore the power of medical professionals, hospitals and other private sector parties and to reduce the role of government. To participate in the workshops please visit www.amac.us/ healthcareworkshops.

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★ Did You Know? Swallowed Batteries Button batteries are good for electronics but very bad for kids. Researchers report more than 5,500 battery-related emergency department visits in 2009 by people under age 18. Children ages 5 and under accounted for more than three quarters of them. Button batteries can burn a hole in the esophagus in less than two hours. At the Center for Injury Research and Policy of Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Gary Smith says, “If a parent or grandparent thinks that their young child has swallowed a button battery, they need to go immediately to the emergency department to have an X-ray done. They need to tell them that they think it’s a button battery because the clock is ticking.” The study in the journal Pediatrics was supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Berlin Wall Speech Context We have just passed the 25th anniversary of Ronald Reagan’s famous “Mr Gorbachev, tear down this wall!!” speech. For Reagan, the Berlin wall symbolized the brutality of Communist dictatorship and the unjustSource: Wikimedia (public domain) ness of the post war division of Europe. The speech was not Reagan’s first confrontation with the Berlin wall. In speeches throughout the 1960s and 1970s, while other administrations concerned themselves with detente and peaceful coexistence (or increasingly, Vietnam), Reagan consistently preached against that “dreadful, gray gash” that ran through the center of Berlin. When the State Department repeatedly removed the words “Mr Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” as too controversial, Reagan consistently wrote them back in. Seen in this context, Reagan’s speech takes on significance as a watershed event in the history of the Cold War.

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★ Government Watch By Fido - your government watchdog

Obamacare Hurts Seniors THE OBAMACARE LAW contains 20 new or higher taxes on American families and employers. Many of these tax increases fall on families making less than $250,000, a direct violation of candidate Obama’s promise not to raise “any form” of taxes on these families. Out of the 20 new or higher taxes in Obamacare, here are the five that most hurt seniors: 1) individual Mandate excise tax penalty. Many seniors face a coverage gap between retirement and Medicare eligibility. Obamacare raises taxes on these younger seniors by punishing them if they don’t purchase “qualifying health insurance.” Taking effect in 2014, the excise tax penalty for mandate noncompliance will in 2016 rise to 2.5% of adjusted gross income for a senior couple (or $1390 for those making less than $55,600). Obamacare raises taxes on seniors just as they are entering retirement. 2) “Cadillac Plan” excise tax. Starting in 2018, Obamacare imposes a whopping 40% excise tax on high-cost health insurance plans. This is defined for seniors as a plan whose premiums exceed $29,450 for a family plan, or $11,500 for a single senior. Seniors often face higher costs in health insurance premiums due to chronic health conditions. This tax almost exclusively falls on seniors with the greatest health insurance needs. 3) Dividends tax hike. Starting in 2013, the top tax rate on dividends is scheduled to rise from 15% today to 39.6%. In addition, Obamacare imposes a dividend “surtax” of 3.8% on families making more than $250,000 per year. That would create a top dividend tax rate of 43.4%, nearly triple today’s rate. According to IRS data, 70% of households over age 55 receive dividend income. 71% of all dividends paid flow to these households. To raise taxes on dividends is to raise taxes on seniors. 4) Medical device excise tax. Obamacare imposes a new excise tax on medical device manufacturers in 2013. These companies will surely build the cost of this new tax into the price of what they sell. Who buys pacemakers, wheelchairs, and other costly medical devices? Seniors do. 5) Reduce allowable medical itemized deductions. Under current law, medical itemized deductions can be claimed on tax returns, but they must be reduced by 7.5% of adjusted gross income. Obamacare increases this “haircut” to 10% of AGI in 2013. This means that millions of Americans claiming itemized medical deductions will no longer be able to do so. IRS data tells us that 60% of all tax returns claiming this deduction belong to those over age 55.

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“WHERE is my SUNDAY paper?!” The irate customer calling the newspaper office loudly demanded to know where her Sunday edition was. “Madam”, said the newspaper employee, “today is Saturday. The Sunday paper is not delivered until tomorrow, on SUNDAY.” There was quite a long pause on the other end of the phone, followed by a ray of recognition as she was heard to mutter, ”Well, shoot, that explains why no one was at church either.” How to Play: • • • •

Fill in the empty fields with the numbers from 1 through 9 Every row must contain the numbers from 1 through 9 Every column must contain the numbers from 1 through 9 Every 3x3 square must contain the numbers from 1 through 9

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A new EdenPURE® invention is predicted to save people millions this year on home cooling bills. Now anybody can save money on home cooling bills thanks to the new advanced EdenPURE® Comfort Air. This revolutionary bladeless fan uses Vortex Air Flow Cooling Technology to: • Save money on cooling bills • Safe for kids and pets • Easy to clean • Easy to set up and use The EdenPURE® Comfort Air moves air an astonishing 14.76 feet per second to cool down any room and make it comfortable without the need for expensive air conditioning! And it’s bladeless construction makes it completely safe around children and animals. To learn more about the incredible savings offered by the EdenPURE® Comfort Air here is an exclusive interview with John Whitakre, the Chief of Staff, Product Development: Q. How can I save money with the EdenPURE® Comfort Air? A. Saving money and staying cool is easy with the EdenPURE® Comfort Air. You see, air conditioning is very expensive and by adding an EdenPURE® Comfort Air to your home you can reduce how much your air conditioner is on. This zone cooling can save you a lot of money on your cooling bills! In fact, air conditioners use nearly 5% of all electricity produced in the United States, costing homeowners over $11 billion every year! And if you don’t have an air conditioner, the EdenPURE® Comfort Air is an inexpensive option to keeping cool instead of window air conditioners that can cost up to $500.00! Q. How does EdenPURE® reduce dusting and improve air quality compared to a bladed fan? A. Bladed fans collect dust on the blades so every time you turn on a bladed fan it blows dust all around your home that you and your family breathe in leading to poor health and causing you to have to dust more! The EdenPURE® Comfort Air is super simple to clean because there are no exposed blades to collect dust. Just a quick wipe with a cloth and it’s completely dust free! This means no dust will be circulated around your home keeping you and your family healthy. Q. How safe is the EdenPURE® Comfort Air?

A. There are no exposed blades on the EdenPURE® Comfort Air so it is completely safe for pets and children to be around unlike dangerous bladed fans. Bladed fans are very dangerous because spinning blades can hurt pets and children. You see, small fingers of children and pets can easily get through the cages around conventional fans and ceiling fans are unprotected. Q. How does EdenPURE® work? A. The advanced Vortex Air Flow Cooling Technology gives you a steady air flow for maximum cooling efficiency. Bladed fans chop air with the spinning blades giving you uneven air flow and uneven temperature control. Q. With the Comfort Air, is it easy to set the exact air flow you want? A. You can dial in the exact air flow speed you want with the EdenPURE® Comfort Air for the perfect temperature you want. Instead of only a few speed settings, EdenPURE® has a variable speed setting allowing for precise speed control of air flow up to an astonishing 14.76 feet per second! Q. How adjustable is the EdenPURE® Comfort Air? A. Adjusting the angle of the air flow on the EdenPURE® Comfort Air is very easy. An easy pivoting joint lets you control the air flow for perfect cooling efficiency. And for maximum air flow, the EdenPURE® Comfort Air can be mounted on any wall with the included optional wall bracket. End of Interview. Readers of this publication are eligible for a $100.00 DISCoUNT PLUS FREE SHIPPING AND HANDLING. For up to a $398.97 SAVINGS on three units. By taking advantage of sending for the limit of three EdenPURE® Comfort Airs you are guaranteed to cool down your home without the need of expensive air conditioning, saving you money. In stores, other bladeless fans go for as much as $329.00! And window air conditioners sell for $500! But you are getting the EdenPURE® Comfort Air for only $149 delivered directly to your home! This special offer expires in 10 days. If you order after that, we reserve the right to either accept or reject order requests at the discounted price. The EdenPURE® Comfort Air 60-day no questions asked satisfaction guarantee – EdenPURE® will even pay for the return shipping. There is absolutely no risk.

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The EdenPURE® Comfort Air saves you money on home cooling bills and is completely safe around children and pets because there are no exposed spinning blades. Pets and children’s fingers can easily get through the cages around conventional fans leading to injury but are completely safe with the Comfort Air. And the EdenPURE® Comfort Air is super simple to clean because there are no exposed blades to collect dust. This means no dust will be circulated around your home, keeping you and your family healthy.

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■ Air conditioning costs home owners $11 billion every year and window air conditioner units cost up to $500.00! But thanks to a limited time discount on EdenPURE® Comfort Airs of up to $398.97 people can finally start saving money on their home cooling bills.

How it works Air Flow of Conventional Bladed Fan Air Flow of EdenPURE® Comfort Air ■ The advanced Vortex Air Flow Cooling Technology

gives you a steady air flow for maximum cooling efficiency. Bladed fans chop air with the spinning blades giving you uneven air flow and uneven temperature control.

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