Sen. Feinstein Lied, Millions Died

Here is the next newsletter from Families Protecting the Valley.

Senator Feinstein's Broken Promise.

Please click here to read Senator Dianne Feinstein's comments in 1994 about restoring the salmon run out of Friant Dam.

Families Protecting the Valley has expressed strong concern over the implementation of the San Joaquin River Restoration passed by Congress.

With the Delta lawsuits that shut off the pumps the environmentalists have basically reneged on their commitment to re-circulate the water back to the Friant service area. Therefore we need to recognize that this places us in the same position that Senator Feinstein's letter addressed in 1994.

Unfortunately, sponsoring legislators such as Senators Feinstein and Boxer, and Congressmen Radanovich, Costa, and Cardoza have remained silent rather than demand the environmentalists live up to their part of the bargain.

Combined with the inequitable distribution of the losses inflicted on Friant contractors, this abomination will eventually result in 200,000 to 300,000 acres of land being fallowed in the Friant service area.

Friant farmers went in to this deal in good faith. Now, they are left holding the bag. The result is exactly what Senator Feinstein warned against and vowed to stop in 1994, but apparently she is now willing to inflict on the Valley the very disaster she believed would happen if the water was taken from the farmers on the eastside of the valley.

Since the environmentalists have reneged on the deal, maybe it is time the legislators looked at amending or rescinding the San Joaquin River Restoration bill to fulfill the intent of the Settlement to mitigate valley losses.

My purpose for the title, "Sen. Feinstein Lied, Millions Died" is because it is true if you take the long-term focus. When they took away the water, many crops were lost. Does anyone remember what happened when someone came up with the brilliant idea of using our food (corn) to enhance gasoline? What happened to the price of corn? What happened to the distribution of corn worldwide?

People starved to death, because there was no cornmeal which is sometimes all the poor countries get to eat. Did anyone consider this wee tidbit? No, they wanted their cars and didn't want to drill to keep them running. Very freakin nice.

The same is true with our Central Valley. Let's face it. California provides 40% of the world's food. What are we going to feed the rest of the world with when our own farmers in food lines? Very nice, Diane. I hope you're proud of yourself, because I certainly am not.

Great Water News Possibly

There is a legal firm known as Pacific Legal Foundation (PLF) who has been working very hard to help our farmers and all the citizens of California fight the government against the obnoxious man-made drought. They were in court recently and there's no ruling yet, but there may be some good news coming down with this ruling. If not (and if so), this may go to the Federal Court of Appeals and ultimately to the SCOTUS.

Can you imagine that the law would protect a fish over 35 million people? Neither could the PLF! Read this e-mail I've received.

Judge cites “catastrophic effects” of feds’ water cutbacks.

Dear Rosemary,

Last week, a federal court in Fresno heard arguments on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Delta smelt “biological opinion”—the fish-before-people policy that has forced crippling water cutbacks for farms and communities in the Central Valley, along with rate hikes and rationing for Southern California water users.

PLF attorney Brandon Middleton—representing hard-hit farmers—argued PLF’s constitutionally based case against the water cutoffs, and other issues were addressed by other attorneys, representing other water users.

The good news is that Judge Oliver Wanger showed that he understands the devastating impact of the feds’ policies. As The Fresno Bee reported , the judge appears to already have concluded that the smelt plan has hurt the environment. He said it has caused dust to rise from dry fields, possibly reducing air quality. And increased ground-water pumping has caused land to sink, he said.

“‘How could this not affect the human environment?’ Wanger asked ... of the ... biological opinion. ‘It has had catastrophic effects.’”

Consequently, the judge declared—in a tentative ruling not yet finalized—that the feds failed to comply with federal law requiring environmental impact analysis when major federal actions affect the environment.

Meanwhile, PLF’s argument—that the smelt regulations are unconstitutional, because the fish exists only in California and plays no role in commerce—was rejected by the judge. We’re advancing fundamental constitutional principles here, issues that ultimately may have to be adjudicated by a federal appellate court—and possibly by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Nevertheless, there’s no question that, given the judge’s recognition of the “catastrophic” impacts of the water cutbacks, The Fresno Bee was correct in calling the overall hearing “encouraging ... for farmers.”

Bravo!

I can teach you supply and demand economics in a few sentences.

1. There are 10 apples and 1 person wants to buy an apply. It is very cheap.
2. There is 1 apple and 10 people want to buy an apple. The price is high.
3. There are 5 apples and 5 people want to buy an apple. This is equilibrium. This is what the actual cost of the should be. (Hey, I'm trying to keep it simply. I know this is not exactly true, but it's true enough.)

What the government has done is to leave these farms product-less. Therefore we have to get our apples somewhere else. (Pretend the apples are something you actually want if you don't like apples, okay? haha) What does this cause? INFLATION! How?

1. There are no apples and 10 people want apples.
2. The price to buy an apple is then artificially higher.

Once prices rise, they seldom come back down. Does anyone remember when you could get a gallon of gas for 25 cents? Unbelievable? No. I remember, and I'm not that old!

I had better leave the rest of this economics lesson to someone who is better suited to answer these questions. Maybe BizzyBlog would be able to simplify it for you and me. haha. Have a wonderful weekend and a Happy Columbus Day!

Should I Run For Rep. 54th District, CA?

I have been organizing Tea Parties, petitioning my Congresswoman and Senators, Assemblywoman and State Senator, and I have come to the conclusion that the only way to solve California's problems is to get rid of everyone in office and replace them with grassroot people like us. In order to do this, we need many volunteers to step up to the plate. This is a grassroots movement politicians. How does the unemployment line look now?

I have met so many talented people while in Long Beach, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and through the internet and on conference calls. I believe there are enough of us to do what needs to be done.

Many may ask (or say) that we have no experience in politics. For some of us this is true, others of us have helped at campaigns. Those of us who have helped at campaigns I believe are sick and tired of elected liars and have been very disappointed at all the broken promises.

So what and who am I? I am a Conservative who loves animals, sports, family, the Military, the Declaration of Independence and our Constitution. I am a pro-life, Evangalical Christian who believes the government has crossed the line. Which one, you ask? Good question, since they've crossed so many.

No government has the right to deprive a city, town, or individual of their livlihood without fair compensation [See 5th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States]. This has been so distorted that there are citizens within our Central Valley that have ZERO water because of a stupid ALIEN fish. That is correct. It's origins are NOT the Delta. So why don't they catch them all and let them go somewhere else? Because that makes sense!

That is just one example of government intrusion. How do you like these new showerheads that moniter how fast the water is coming out? I'll tell you what, I'm tired of running around in the shower trying to get wet!

There are 5000 committees which pay very nicely (we have 5000+ cases of 'taxation without represention'), some or most receive over $100,000 per year for meeting once a month. Yes, these are termed-out politicians. They all need to be shut down. That includes you too, CARB [California Air Resources Bureau(?)]. TURN THE WATER ON!

I question whether or not I am a free marketer, or if the people who use that term realize what an oxymoron it is. Let's take a quick look at China. That country that sold and/or watch as almost all of nuclear arms flowed into N. Korea's warchest. We don't charge China for the junk they bring into our country to undercut our own manufacturers, yet we have to pay tarriffs and wonder still if they will come and take our companies. Hmm. Is that free-marketing? Not in my eyes. If I'm wrong, please explain to me why trading with an enemy of America is 'free'?

I am interested in foreign policy issues, but I believe our state is in much more need of fixing. Although someone should still run against Congresswoman Richardson. She has stayed in office only because no one opposes her.

In the State of California, we should have a Right to Work Law. As most of us have seen, ACORN is a corrupt organization, and they have their tenacles everywhere, such as the SEIU and other unions. I do not believe Californians should be penalized or forced to have their money stolen from them when they choose not to belong to a union. However if they choose to belong to a union, that's a different story. But it should not be any of our business! Don't we have enough to fix?

Well, I've addressed only a few of my concerns. I'd really like to talk about the schools and my easy solution to some of the problems. Make the principle the boss. Let the teachers teach reading, writing, math, history, American History, languages if they choose, art, sports, Excercise, etc. Teachers are closest to their students so they know what is needed. You will never be able to convince me that someone in DC knows what is better for our students than do our parents and teachers. Never.

So, should I run for California's State Assembly District 54? I would like your feedback. If I receive a good amount of comments, I will start an exploratory committee. Until then, I have to wait. Why? I don't know too many people. Yes, I know this is a drawback, but that's what hitting the pavement is for! On the brighter side, I have fresher ideas and the passion to go along with them. Being a Citizen Representative may be just the shot in the arm this state needs. What say you?

I'd like to thank all of you in advance for your comments, suggestions, critiques, etc. I cannot eccept any money yet, so don't ask why I don't have it set up yet. Without officially opening the exploratory committee, I cannot receive monies for this purpose. I'll let you know where to find the site I set up so you contribute once everything is in motion. God bless you, and be safe.

PS. Platform? Drill here, drill now. Cut taxes and stop stealing property taxes. Fire the 5000+ 'committee employees' who work one hour per month. Get a real job you lazy politicians! TURN THE WATER ON! More to come...maybe.

May you walk with the LORD always, and when you cannot take another step, may He carry you the rest of the way until you can walk along side Him again.

9/12/09 & FPV

I attended the 912West Tea Party on Saturday, but I'm still waiting for someone to be so kind as to share their pictures with me before I write about it. It was GREAT! I can say that much. ;)

About Families Protecting The Valley, I know I've been writing more about them than anything else recently. There is a reason for that. I care what happens to them and to us. There is something happening that YOU can change, but only if you are armed with the information.

I found these great videos they have. Here is the page where you may find them. There is much news in their whole website. I asked them to include me in their e-mail releases so I can stay informed.

If you would prefer I do the research and reading for you, let me know. If you would prefer I stick to Long Beach, let me know. Frankly, no one has stepped up to the plate to help me do this, so I'm flying blind. I do have a main blog of which I am so far behind in blogging. That is another reason I have only posted once or twice a week.

In other words, HELP! Help is needed. I organize the Tea Parties, I pay for everything (almost) out of my own pocket, and I am on a fixed income. Yes, they cut it. I need your help, because I cannot physically do this by myself. Besides, I need your beautiful and bright minds!

I have seen the energy you have, and you are great. I want to encourage you to continue the fight. You are so imaginative with all the signs, songs, ideas. Together we can do this. Together there will be no ObmaaCare. Together we can take back our Liberty that has been slowly, over the decades, been stripped away from us while we were not paying attention. Yes, together we can, separately and one at a time, I am not sure. I just know I'm going to keep on trying. ;)

I hope everyone is doing well. I'm glad Joe Wilson didn't apologize again. Imagine it, when you tell the truth you have to apologize, but when you lie you do not. What kind of message does this send to our children? Bush lied, people died. Bush is Hitler. Blah, blah, blah. All lies, no apologies. It must be nice not have any integrity. Nah, I could never be a Democrat. I prefer the integrity. Have a blessed night.

HealthCare Like WaterCare?

Our Central Valley is suffering 40% unemployment, in some areas 0% water usage even though they hold the water rights to it, and a man (govt)-made drought. This is very serious. You can live without a doctor for many years, but how long can you live without water?

The maximum one can live without water is 4 days. Okay, that's for human beings. Why don't you stop watering your plants? It's just an experiment. See how long it takes before they start turning brown or a different color that is unhealthy. Hey, maybe we can get some plant healthcare?

Anyway, my point is this. The govt has destroyed 1.5 Million acres of farmland with their obnoxious laws, regulations, and we have stood by and said nothing. AB 32 was passed 3 years ago, along with California Air Resources Bureau (CARB), This is killing California. There is a bill number AB 118 which is to be heard this week in California's state politics. Please support this bill. It will at least repeal AB 32.

For more information, I thought maybe you would like to put a human face on it. Here is a letter to the editor written by a farmer who lives on the eastside of the Valley.

Mayor was manipulated.
published September 4, 2009 in the Los Banos Enterprise.

I feel that Mayor Jones was manipulated by Congressmen Cardoza and Costa. I am not sure why the mayor allowed our Valley congressional delegation to use him. Now is the time to stop political posturing and to aggressively and effectively fashion a desperately needed situation to this "man-made" drought.

I would suggest that the mayor check his facts before giving adulation and blind support. The United States Bureau of Reclamation did indeed re-scheduling over 250,000 acre feet of federal water from 2008 to 2009.

Those of us that have been involved in Westside farming over the years know that about 150,000 acre feet of such rescheduling is routinely requested and granted by the United States Bureau of Reclamation on an annual basis.

What was different this year was the fact that San Luis Reservoir was only at about 30 percent (300,000 acre feet federal) of storage capacity going in to 2009. Granting the re-schedule request for over 250,000 acre feet meant that there would be virtually no water available in San Luis Reservoir to meet senior water rights holders' (such as Central California Irrigation District) irrigation demands.

At the time, most modeling projected that USBR would probably have to take water from Friant Dam to meet those demands, reducing water made available to Friant Water User Authority Districts on the east side. My thanks goes to the Friant Water Users Authority for asking the USBR to honor the re-scheduling requests, supporting west side districts facing a 0 percent supply this year, even at the risk of their own contract supply.

Addressing water transfers by state and federal agencies this year. The Drought Water Bank was planning to transfer up to 600,000 acre feet from the Sacramento Valley to south of delta this year, with about half of that destined to local desperate Westside districts. Only around 90,000 acre feet total will actually be made available, with only about 30,000 acre feet going to local Westside districts.

Even though these small amounts of water are greatly appreciated, meeting 15 percent of a very achievable goal is hardly a success.

What we need to survive is 100 percent support for real solutions. Congressmen Cardoza and Costa need to join with Congressman Devin Nunes in solving the man-made drought.

Dennis Cardoza and Jim Costa have voted with the Democratic leadership of Pelosi and Miller. Their votes have kept the "Pumps" off! Their votes have enabled the removal of water, jobs, and farming on over 1.5 million acres of our valley!

Mayor Jones why are you enabling Cardoza and Costa to vote against our Valley families and farmers?

John Fawcett
Los Baños

This information came my way courtesy of Families Protecting the Valley. If you would care to educate yourself on this very important issue, you will want to read California's Man-Made Drought.

And this is the government you trust to take care of your healthcare? May I remind you that if your medication involves something that can declared endangered, you're screwed. Don't look at us. We tried to warn you. I guess it will just be too bad for you, too. After all, you didn't care when it wasn't your problem, right?

Oh, wait a minute! California grows and distributes 40-50% of all the food that feeds THIS country and others. Get ready for prices to go up, and don't ask why. We've just told you why. No product? More demand? Higher prices. Macro-Economics 101. The same thing will happen with healthcare.

More seniors, less product because they went out of business due to lack of PROFITS, higher costs to the government. Is the government supposed to give us healthcare in place of defending our Sovereignty? You should at least try to read our Constitution again!

The fight is not over. We have not lost. They have not won. We must keep the pressure on them to do the right thing. They are elected to protect the PEOPLE whom they represent. You have been great! I liked very much seeing you again on the 12th of September. Everyone have a blessed day.

Update: As I was sitting here pondering the consequences of the actions of Congress and environmental groups, I was intrigues with the proposition that there may be no food. No food? Then I realized what I was reminded of, Stalin's starvation of 65 million of his own people. No, I guess we don't need any death panels, do we?

HINT: I am not saying anything of the sort that Obama is Stalin. NO WAY. I am saying, however, we may find ourselves going down the same road. What is there to stop it from happening? That's correct, US. So back off with your racist comments. I reject them. Let's all agree to take our government back to the Constitution. Slavery has been eliminated and it was a horrible stain on us, but as they say, let's move on...

Water, San Joaquin Valley, & Sean Hannity

I received this e-mail today letting me know that the Sean Hannity Show will again be visiting the Central Valley to discuss the man-made drought created by Congress and our very own State officials. If you can come on the 17th of this month, they need all the people that can get there. If anyone wants to give me a ride, let me know. haha.

Here is the e-mail:

CALL TO ACTION People ask, "What can we do?" Well now is your chance to help make a statement to the nation about the Congress-created water crisis affecting the Valley. Please attend this event. Bring friends and relatives. Pass this information on to everyone you know. Ask them to attend and pass this information on to everyone they know. It is important to give Sean a warm welcome and thank him for his vigilant efforts to increase national awareness of the man-made drought. We need to show our sincere appreciation to Congressman Devin Nunes, Paul Rodriguez, and all the others contributing so much effort by attending this event.

Sean Hannity Coming to Fresno LIVE Broadcast From The Westside Some of you may know by now, but Sean Hannity from FOX News will be coming to the Valley. This time he is coming in person to do his entire show, Hannity, from the Westside. Obviously, this is another important opportunity to highlight the serious issues we face here in the Valley, and to bring attention to the government imposed drought that we are all suffering through. What: LIVE on the Sean Hannity Show for FOX News. When: Thursday, September 17, 2009 Time: Show goes live at 6:00 p.m. (My suggestion is to plan on arriving by 5:00 p.m., because we are expecting THOUSANDS of people to attend.) Where: A fallowed field on the Westside in Fresno County. (Tomatoes were grown on this land in 2008, but in 2009 NOTHING was planted because of the water cut-off.) Located on the south side of Highway 198, to the west of the Fresno/Kings County line. The field is exactly 8 miles WEST of Lemoore Naval Air Station. The field is very easy to find, because the main entrance is marked with a speed limit sign and a white wrought iron gate. (To view a photo of the entrance click here.) Also, the area will be clearly marked with signs and banners. As it stands now, parking will be available on the shoulder of Hwy 198, or in the field adjacent to the field we are using for the set. The producers for Hannity have been in contact with the California Highway Patrol, and they will be on hand to assist with directing traffic, and to help with security. The Latino Water Coalition has graciously agreed provide porta-potties, and Families Protecting the Valley has agreed to provide complimentary bottled water (much like they did for the Hannity event in Huron in August). The list of guests scheduled to appear with Sean on the show is still being developed, and we should have a better understanding of the line-up by early next week. Confirmed guests include Paul Rodriguez and Congressman Devin Nunes. Stay tuned for more details as they develop. Please do all you can to tell your friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, etc., that we need to have a HUGE turnout for this. Or better yet, forward this email to everyone on your email distribution list. We need to show Sean Hannity and his team that we are dedicated to this cause, and that we are UNITED in our efforts to fight for our way of life. Also, on the day of the show please tell Sean and his team "Thank you" for being the first in the national media to dedicate some of their time and efforts to our cause. It really is a gift they are giving us. Best, Johnny Amaral Chief of Staff Rep. Devin Nunes

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Please don't forget our neighbors. They provide 50% of our food, and this is very hard work. They are not the ones who charge us so much. That is the governments hidden taxes! Now they are losing their crops and their homes. Please, let's join hands with them. Thank you, and God bless you.

Info For March On Sacramento 8/28

August 28th, 2009 12-5 p.m.
State Capitol Building - Sacramento.

First I'd like to apologize for not writing this earlier. There is so much information coming at me that I sometimes miss the e-mail. (Over 300 e-mails per day.)

Well, let's get caught up. August 28th is coming up on us swiftly, but we are prepared. However we still have many people who are asking how they can help. Here are two ideas. If you have any questions that are unanswered by that site, please e-mail them.

1. Go to www.SAC828.org and download the promotional flyers you'll find there. Please print and distribute as many as you can. We don't want anyone who can attend to say they didn't know about the event.

2. Check out our new promotional video for the event by clicking here. Please spread this around to everyone you know.

The speakers list is growing, so I do not know everyone who is going to be there. I can, however, give you a clue. I know Congressman Tom McClintock and Congressman Nunes will be here, as will talk radio personalities Armstrong and Getty, Eric Hogue, and Andy Caldwell. Andrew Breitbart, noted conservative Hollywood blogger, of Breitbart.com will also be here.

Eric Hogue (mentioned above) of KTKZ's Capitol Hour (AM 1380) will be on hand to broadcast live, Andy Caldwell of KINF on the Central Coast will do the same, and we expect to have many more talk show hosts broadcasting live from our on-site media center.

Yes, there will be live-streaming! On Eric's Townhall website, he has interviews with Mark Meckler (California's Tea Party Co-Coordiator) and Congressman Tom McClintock.

If you want to come in the night before, rooms have been reserved at the Hyatt Regency across the street from the Capitol building. The rate is $129.00 per night if you mention the Sacramento Tea Party. You can reach the Hyatt at 916-443-1234.

Bring Your Family and Friends. Tell all the business owners you know. It's time to get government off of our backs and set California businesses free to create jobs and prosperity for all.

There is one more (that I know of) issue to discussed. They need many volunteers to do:

1. Set Up
2. Tear Down
3. Crowd Control
4. Registration - booth and clip board
5. Merchandise
6. Donations
7. Information

(If you can help, please send an email with your volunteer area of interest (from the list above), in the subject line at: Tea Party Coalition.)

You may avail yourself to more than one item. There are going to be press critters, thousands of us and we need as many of us as can come, so we want to keep it as organized as possible.

A word from myself. Please don't litter. If you cannot find a garbage can, maybe you can bring an extra bag? You know the kind they give you when you buy some groceries? They make excellent garbage collecters. I hope to meet so many of you there! I am really looking forward to this.

In case this is the first you've been to this site, I have never done anything like this before in my life until April 15, 2009 and July 4, 2009. They say it gets easier with time. I have one question. WHO IN THE HECK IS "THEY"? hehehe. Have fun with this as well as speaking your mind.

This is important, but let it not take away from us those we hold dear and all the other important things in our lives. It is a shame that Congress and the California Assembly do not realize this, but the most valuable things in our lives cost not one red cent...and they could never provide it. *sigh* Digg!

Hurry: Save Our Water Petition!

There is a petition going around for Californians, but it must be signed by tomorrow. Please help us to spread this far and wide so we can get as many signatures as possible. I've already signed it. Won't you help?

Final “Rush” in PLF’s “Save Our Water” Petition Drive

The rush is on! Pacific Legal Foundation's (PLF’s) “Save Our Water” petition campaign heads into its final days. Over 11,700 citizens have signed the petition to urge Governor Schwarzenegger and President Obama to support the convening of the so-called “God Squad” to alleviate the human misery from the regulatory drought. Thank you for your support and we urge others to sign before the August 19, 2009, deadline. Next Wednesday, PLF joins other petition supporters, including the California Chamber of Commerce, Western Growers, Representative George Radanovich, farmers, and farmworkers at the state Capitol in Sacramento at a news conference.

California’s water crisis continues to gather media attention. Fox News’ Sean Hannity featured a live segment with Paul Rodriguez of the California Latino Water Coalition, and Representative Devin Nunes from an almond orchard in Huron, one of the hardest-hit areas by the government-imposed drought.

Sincerely,

Robin L. Rivett, President
Pacific Legal Foundation

I appreciate every signature. It is necessary for us in California to have enough water so that we may survive. It is also necessary for America since we produce 40% of the world's products. I don't know how produce is in the 40%, but I imagine it is quite a bit. So you see, they must stop playing games with ecology! Thank you.