Patriot Update and Vision to America headed to Washington to deliver petitions to Congress
4:15 a.m. – We awoke to the start of a very long day, one we hoped would be as rewarding as it was tiring. The familiar motions of getting ready for the day took on a whole new life as we reflected on our mission: In just a few short hours, we would be striding down Washington’s marble halls of state with the leaders of our country as messengers of the American people. Our goal? Deliver the results of Patriot Update’s and Vision to America’s four citizen action drives into the hands of our leaders as part of the Campaign to Restore America.
First, we had to head deep into enemy territory. Less than an hour after we landed, we cheerily popped our heads into Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi’s office only to be told that Rep. Pelosi “wasn’t available” to meet with us – big surprise there!
But even if Rep. Pelosi had better things to do than listen to the complaints of the American people during a time of national discontent, we knew the statistics could speak for themselves. Undaunted, we left a letter elaborating the virtually unanimous results of the 2010 Liberty Census, which catalogued the voices of over 27,000 American citizens.
With one cry, these patriots told Congress that “the U.S. Constitution is the Supreme Law of the Land,” that “In God We Trust should remain on U.S. Currency and in our courtrooms,” that they resent having to press 1 for English, and that this administration had better “leave me and what little money I have left alone.”
Speaker Nancy Pelosi was "unavailable" to listen to the complaints of her constituency
Before leaving, we also handed Rep. Pelosi’s staffers a stack of 7,633 signatures urging her to keep illegal immigrants from receiving amnesty, and a letter asking her to consider all these vital issues and represent her constituency’s values accurately.
Next, we hustled down to Senator Jeff Sessions’ office. In anticipation of meeting with Rick Dearborn, the senator’s Chief of Staff, we quickened our step and made every drop of sweat worth it. Upon our arrival, Mr. Dearborn graciously extended Sen. Sessions’ regrets for not being able to meet with us personally as Senator Sessions was participating in the Judiciary Committee’s hearings on recently nominated Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan.
Mr. Dearborn thanked us for our work, and was encouraged to receive our 27,786 signatures of American citizens who wished to see Elena Kagan’s confirmation stopped. Given the current temperature of the Judiciary Committee, he told us her confirmation will more than likely go before the entire Senate where only a filibuster could prevent her from assuming her position on our nation’s highest court. While he acknowledged that Kagan’s confirmation will be a hard fight, he assured us that Senator Sessions has no thoughts of backing down or giving in.
He was further encouraged by our second set of signatures – 27,897 American citizens requesting the Senator’s continued diligence in protecting the National Day of Prayer. At Mr. Dearborn’s commendation, we experienced a sense of accomplishment knowing that the best was still to come.
Rep. Michele Bachmann graciously received us and gladly welcomed our petitions
After an early lunch at Union Station, we trekked back down to the battlefield and visited our comrade-in-arms, Minnesota Representative Michele Bachmann – a strong woman known for championing truth and defending liberty. Michele is all she is touted to be and more. Gracious, charming, and down to earth, she greeted us in a classy summer dress with a fleece jacket, and apologized for the extra-cool air conditioning. In our short meeting, she repeatedly thanked us for sharing with her the results of the 2010 Liberty Census, as well as the 7,633 signatures requesting that amnesty not be granted to illegal aliens, and the 27,897 signatures asking her to defend the National Day of Prayer. At the close of the meeting, she told us she was honored that we came to her with our petitions. It was an encouragement to both of us to know in this day and age when the American people are getting more dissatisfied with the leadership in Washington, that leaders like Ms. Bauchmann and Sen. Sessions’ office so willingly met with us and received our information.
Our goals were accomplished with just a few hours to spare, and we knew exactly what we wanted to do with those precious moments. With aching feet and light hearts, we set our course for the Washington Monument. The least we could do for one of our greatest founding fathers, and a President who set the course of liberty for this nation, was to honor his legacy for a few hours. Along the way, we got to play tour guide and dutifully pointed wandering visitors in the direction of their various quests, including the U.S. Supreme Court, the Smithsonian, and the White House.
We were disheartened to find that all the tickets had been sold for the day, but moments later, as we sat in awe of the grandeur of this monument, one of the park rangers sensed our disappointment and asked us to join the current tour. On the 70-second ride to the top of the highest point in our nation’s capital, we were reminded of the words engraved at the very top of the monument – words which would have pleased our first President: Laus Deo. Praise God.
We praise Him for this day and for the opportunity to deliver petitions of liberty to our leaders. May we see the results of your speaking out and of our diligence. And may our God be truly praised in this land.
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Concerning women in the government. Stop parroting what your ears want to hear and study the Word. so that you will know what is written there and what is not. There is nothing that says a woman cannot lead in government or anywhere else except in the marriage relationship. And I dare you to find a passage that says a woman cannot lead in a church. The only restriction put on a woman in the church is that they shall not usurp authority over a man. Therefore if the men of the church say that a woman can be in a leadership position in some capacity then she may lead. A women may not teach a man in the church, meaning she cannot teach any spiritual truths to a man. Therefore a woman cannot be a pastor or elder. Those of you who deny women the use of the gifts God has given her because of some preconceived notion planted by those who twist scripture had better regroup and restudy until you internalize the truth.
Pray for this country we are in a lot of trouble and a lot of it is because of ignorance. Definitely VOTE people!
The caller I just had concerning funding for Michelle Bauchmann would surely infuriate Congressman Bauchman. He was so rude. and have the phone removed from his nands until he has some training in phone manners. Michelle is one of our brightest and most powerfully outspoken people in the country and I certainly wish her well I simply do not have the money. I have sent hundreds of $ in support of our conservative leaders and resent being treated like a traitor.
And what proof do you have that the person who called you was from Michelle Bauchmann's office. It could have been a setup you know.
It is interesting that Michelle Bauchmann's name should be mentioned here. I virtually just hung up my phone from speaking with some man wanting to know if I was familiar with Michelle Bauchman, to which I proudly replied, "Yes, I am!". He then started on his written speil wanting me to send money. To which I replied that I was sorry but I am not able to send any money at this time. He lit in on me like I was some sort of traitor to my country for not sending money. I was not really sure exactly what group he was calling for. But when I said I couldn't send money, he was relentless and I was furious…
Jeanindy, I am not surprised that you found any of the political offices rude and arrogant. Over the past year I have called many and have had the same reception. I have called all of them in CA, and I personally think they were the worst of all. Pelosi, Boxer, and Feinstein. offices frequently let the answering machine fill up and take no more calls, and often leaving the phone off the hook as well as being nasty, arrogant, and demeaning when you did get someone. The whole group from Obama, and his band of thugs, and the entire house and senate, and (replace them with others if really necessary to have them full time) with the understanding when they stop representing the publics interests, they're out too.
I think Karla is right. I don't believe the Bible says that no woman should ever be in government. Although I don't
think it would be good to have a female president. And most Christians (and non-believers) have the marriage concept wrong as well. Just because the woman is subject to the man doesn't mean he doesn't talk to his wife about
decisions and get her input. He is to make decisions that are best for the FAMILY, not just himself. Also, I don't like that
everyone want to use Deborah as a female example of leadership. Isn't it true that the people Deborah lead were in the worst place they had ever been in? And that her situation was incredibly rare? Anyway, great article Elysse. Keep doing what you're doing for the cause.
@ Chris- Regarding Michelle Bauchmann,perhaps you should consider Deborah of the Bible: http://jwa.org/encyclopedia/article/deborah-bible Also regarding leadership roles,women aren't to leaders over men in marriage or the church. It says nothing about anywhere else.
Is it possible that Pelosi confirmed Obama by removing the line( that he was eligible re/the constitution) that was delivered to and signed by all, knowing he was not eligible and may be found out, then she may become the 1st woman president? Why else would she have her office remove that line of the document and sign it.
Barack Obama came to town
Riding on his donkey,
Brought along some old baggage
That’s Hillary, his token Honky……
Barack Obama promised change
But he’s bringing all his cronies,
It’s just another Clinton gig
Piled high with liberal baloney……
Barack Obama needs our prayers
Cause the country’s down the toilet,
He didn’t expect it at all, all this,
When he signed up for the ticket……
But pray he stays alive and well,
And pray the same for Joe,
Cause next in line is that Pelosi twit
And that’s NOT where we want to go……
P. Ewing, I totally agree with you and several of the others on this post (yet I am only responding to one. We need to get back to the constitution and bill of rights. Further more any/all of the politicians ought to be tried on treason, fraud, deception, and countless other charges including that sorry donkey hole excuse for president. The schools have been gradually over the years dunning down the kids as well as the universities. I not only question Obama's eligibility to hold the office of president, I would like to have revealed the transcripts from his alleged college's and from law school(I doubt he was as much as a C- syudent, and who paid for his schooling/education?). It is my understanding both he and Michelle's law licenses have been suspended, yet she was allegedly working as an attorney prior to the election of Obama to the presidency. Sadly the country has been drifting toward socialism/Marxism for many years, and has been being accelerated with the last 4 presidents, with Obama doing it even more rapidly with his cabinet of anti Americans, including those in the Federal reserve (which is not federal) and the treasury department. I suggest a major house cleaning of the entire group.
Very well said Ms. Sheats
When Christians realize that man is the problem, not man's government, then our approach may seem different in the long run. However, we can't neglect the "short-run" either…so, I see value in the approach taken by this article, and can sympathize with those who wish to work within the system to bring about change.
David, by your argument, we should never confront anyone in sin. If what she is doing is wrong, then we as Christians are not wrong to say so. Do you also support legal abortions and gay marriages? After all, "[a]t the end of the day – it's you who will stand before God, not [the perpetrators]." In addition, "we are under Grace now – right?" You seem to be the one here who is twisting scripture and encouraging others to sit down, shut up, and keep your religion to yourself. I doubt that many readers of this blog would agree with you.
That being said, I appreciate both the article and the women willing to work for Godly change in our nation, even if I don't agree with ALL of their stances.
Pelosi is a very arrogant bitch and so is all of her staff in San Francisco.
Oh Chris,
Pray for Christ to touch your heart and mind. All Christians following this blog will too. Christ's teaching do not support your point of view and we are under Grace now – right? Also, we are taught to pray for our political leaders and all world leaders as they are allowed to be world leaders so that God's will can be fulfilled. As Christians, our lives and our words should glorify Him while we do His work on earth. Living Michelle Bachmann's life is not in your job description. Taking care of your own heart, is. At the end of the day – it's you who will stand before God, not Ms. Bachmann
Feminist and pietist infest the Church… It's no wonder our culture is in such decline.
Dang…you guys were like, 5 miles from my house!
It's hard living in enemy territory.
I'm also glad to know that there isn't one big, masonic eye in the top of the Washington Monument that's constantly watching everyone…or maybe there is, and the Patriot Update is a part of the conspiracy?!?
I believe Deborah was a woman, who was given a position of Judge of Israel because no godly principled man would stand up and do so. I take it then Chris that you are or preparing to be running for State Representative?
I fully support AV in its mission to see Christian Dominionism re-installed in this land and recommend your site to as many people as possible. With that, I must comment on Ms. Barrett and Ms. Jones' mission into the halls of D.C.'s power. I respect their motivation and I know they are committed. However, with Dominionism in mind, what they should have done when they met with Rep. Bachmann, is to encourage her to step aside and allow a principled and Godly man attempt to occupy the office and give her full endorsement to that man. I think the Scriptures are clear that it is the role of a man to be the leaders of a nation. Isaiah 3 points out what happens when a nation is under God's judgment…..
I do not support the false doctrine of "Dominionism". It is not the gospel of Christ and was not the gospel taught by Christ, any of the original (12-1) Apostles of Christ nor the Apostle Paul and all the apostles called to the gentiles by Christ under the leadership of the Apostle Paul. I do support fully the word delivered by Paul to the Galatians Chapter 1 verses6 through 9.
Yes, and men have done so well running this country…..NOT!