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Alert: No evidence showed that the police influenced the victims' identification of the defendant out of three books containing a large number of mug shots as one of the individuals who robbed them of money and a vehicle at gunpoint.
Subject Matter Index: Convictions for hijacking motor vehicle, armed robbery, aggravated assault with deadly weapon, fleeing or attempting to elude police officer, and firearms offense, affirmed; trial court properly admitted victims' identification testimony since pre-trial identification procedure was not impermissibly suggestive and no evidence showed that police influenced victims' identification of defendant out of three books containing large numbers of mug shots; although practice of allowing witnesses to simultaneously view same photographic arrays or mug shots is discouraged, such simultaneous viewing was not fatal to identification in this case; trial court did not commit plain error, which affected defendant's substantial rights, when it gave jury "level of certainty" charge in instructing it on eyewitness identification reliability since victims in this case gave police descriptions of robbers immediately after incident, no victim repeatedly testified to being positive or absolutely certain of his or her identification, and all victims independently identified defendant at trial, after which defense counsel thoroughly cross-examined them about circumstances surrounding their identification, including lighting and their opportunity to see defendant's face; defendant failed to show prejudice based on defense counsel's failure to object to "level of certainty" charge; trial court did not err in failing to give sua sponte charge on circumstantial evidence, and defense counsel was not deficient for failing to request such charge, since State's case rested primarily on direct evidence and defendant relied on alibi defense at trial.
Headnote: The Court of Appeals affirmed Andre Russell's convictions for hijacking a motor vehicle, armed robbery, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, and a firearms offense, holding that the trial court properly admitted the victims' identification testimony since the pre-trial identification procedure was not impermissibly suggestive. In so holding, the Court noted that no evidence showed that the police influenced the victims' identification of Russell out of three books containing large numbers of mug shots. The Court also held that, though the practice of allowing witnesses to simultaneously view the same photographic arrays or mug shots is discouraged, such simultaneous viewing was not fatal to the identification in this case. The Court also held that the trial court did not commit plain error, which affected Russell's substantial rights, when it gave the jury a level of certainty charge in instructing it on the reliability of eyewitness identification, since the victims in this case gave descriptions of the robbers to police immediately after the incident, no victim repeatedly testified to being positive or absolutely certain of his or her identification, and all of the victims independently identified Russell at trial, after which defense counsel thoroughly cross-examined them about the circumstances surrounding their identification, including the lighting and their opportunity to see Russell's face. Next, defense counsel was not deficient for failing to object to the level of certainty charge, since Russell could not show that his counsel's decision prejudiced him. Finally, the trial court did not err in failing to give a sua sponte charge on circumstantial evidence, and defense counsel was not deficient for declining to request such a charge, since the State's case rested primarily on direct evidence and Russell relied on an alibi defense at trial.
Text: Ellington, John J., Chief JudgeA Fulton County jury found Andre Russell guilty of hijacking a motor vehicle, OCGA § 16-5-44.1 (b); three counts of armed robbery, OCGA § 16-8-41 (a); three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, OCGA § 16-5-21 (a) (2); possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, OCGA § 16-11-106 (b) (1); and fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, OCGA § 40-6-395 (a). Russell appeals from the denial of his motion for new trial, contending that the trial court erred in admitting identification evidence, in giving a "level of certainty" jury charge, and in rejecting his claim of ineffective assistance of trial counsel. Finding no reversible error, we affirm.
Viewed in the light most favorable to the jury's verdict,1 the record shows that, at about 2:00 a.m. on December 27, 2007, Maggie Hall was driving with two of her friends through the Grant Park neighborhood of Atlanta. When Hall stopped her green, 2002 Honda Accord at a red light, a light-colored van came to a stop next to her car and two armed men got out of it. The man who got out of the passenger side of the van, later identified as Russell, walked to the rear driver's side door of Hall's vehicle, where Asher Kincaid was sitting. Kincaid quickly locked her door, so Russell pointed his weapon at Hall and demanded money. The unidentified man who got out of the driver's side of the van, Russell's accomplice, approached Hall's front seat passenger, Joseph Keck, and demanded money from him at gunpoint. The accomplice then opened the rear passenger door and demanded money from Kincaid. After Russell and his accomplice had robbed the three victims, the accomplice ordered the victims to get out of the car. The accomplice drove away in the van and Russell took Hall's Honda. One of the victims called 911 from a cell phone, and then the three walked to a nearby police precinct where they told an officer what had happened. They all gave descriptions of the robbers, and Hall described the man who robbed her as wearing his hair in shoulder length "twists or dreads." Hall told the police that she was confident that she could identify the person who had robbed her.
On December 29, a police officer saw the stolen Honda, activated his patrol car's blue lights and siren, and pursued the driver, who attempted to elude him. After the first officer briefly lost sight of the Honda, another officer spotted the car and continued the chase. The driver eventually lost control of the car, crashed it into a wall near a public park, and fled on foot. A third officer caught the driver at a nearby service station and took him back to the second officer, who identified him as the man he had seen driving the stolen Honda. The police arrested the driver, who was later identified as Russell. Russell fit the description of the man who had robbed Hall.
A few days later, the victims were asked to come back to the precinct to review three books containing large numbers of mug shots. The majority of the pictures in the mug shot books were predominantly African-American males. The victims were not told that Russell had been arrested or that his photograph had been placed in one of the mug shot books. The victims reviewed the mug shot books together and all selected Russell's picture from one of the books they reviewed, identifying him as one of the men who had robbed them on December 27. The victims also identified Russell at trial.
At trial, Russell presented an alibi witness, a relative who testified that Russell was living with him and was at home on the night of the hijacking. The State impeached the witness, however, with evidence that Russell was living elsewhere on the night in question.
1. Russell contends the trial court erred in refusing to suppress the victims' identification testimony because the testimony was tainted by an impermissibly suggestive pre-trial identification procedure which created a substantial likelihood of misidentification. We disagree.
When ruling on a motion to suppress, the trial court sits as the trier of facts, and its findings regarding them are not disturbed on appeal if there is any evidence to support them; the trial court's decisions with regard to questions of fact and credibility must be accepted unless clearly erroneous, and a reviewing court construes the evidence most favorably to the trial court's findings.
(Citations and punctuation omitted.) Whitmore v. State, 289 Ga. App. 107 (657 SE2d 1) (2008).
Testimony concerning a pre-trial identification of a defendant should be suppressed if the identification procedure was impermissibly suggestive and, under the totality of the circumstances, the suggestiveness gave rise to a substantial likelihood of misidentification. The taint which renders an identification procedure impermissibly suggestive must come from the method used in the identification procedure. An identification procedure is impermissibly suggestive when it leads the witness to an all but inevitable identification of the defendant as the perpetrator, or is the equivalent of the authorities telling the witness, "this is our suspect."
(Punctuation and footnotes omitted.) Brooks v. State, 285 Ga. 246, 248-249 (3) (674 SE2d 871) (2009). There is no evidence in the record that the police did anything to influence the victims' choice. The victims were unaware that an arrest had been made and had not been informed that a suspect's photograph was in one of the books. In fact, the record shows that the victims were left alone, without police supervision, to review the books. There is no evidence that Russell's picture was displayed within the mug shot books in a way that was impermissibly suggestive. We have held that allowing a witness to review books containing mug shots is not an inherently impermissibly suggestive procedure. See Robinson v. State, 179 Ga. App. 616, 618-619 (2) (347 SE2d 667) (1986).
Although allowing witnesses to view the same photographic arrays or mug shots at the same time is discouraged, as the first witness to make an identification may influence the other witnesses, such simultaneous viewing is not fatal to an identification. Escobar v. State, 279 Ga. 727, 729 (2), n. 5 (620 SE2d 812) (2005). Pretermitting whether Keck and Kincaid may have been influenced by Hall's having first selected Russell's picture, their later in-court identification was nevertheless admissible because it did not depend upon the prior identification, but had an independent origin. Id. at 728-729 (2). In this case, the other two witnesses had both recounted details about Russell's appearance to the police before their identification. Further, they both testified that they had an opportunity to see Russell's face during the crime, and they both testified that they identified Russell as the robber based upon their own recollections of his appearance. Consequently, the trial court did not err in admitting the identification testimony of these witnesses. See id.
2. Russell contends that the trial court erred by giving a "level of certainty" charge in instructing the jury on the reliability of eyewitness identification, a charge the Supreme Court of Georgia disapproved of in Brodes v. State, 279 Ga. 435, 442 (614 SE2d 766) (2005).2 Russell, however, did not object to the "level of certainty" language in the charge. Hence, he waived any objection he might have had, unless he can show that giving the charge "constitute[d] plain error which affect[ed] substantial rights of the parties." OCGA § 17-8-58 (b).3 Russell has failed to make such a showing in this case.
In Brodes, the Supreme Court advised trial courts to refrain from instructing jurors that they may consider a witness's level of certainty when assessing the reliability of an identification. Brodes v. State, 279 Ga at 442. The Supreme Court concluded that giving the instruction constituted harmful error under the circumstances of that case. Id. Brodes was convicted of armed robbery in a trial in which the only evidence implicating him was the testimony of the two victims, both of whom identified Brodes in court as the perpetrator. Id at 435-438. "The victims testified they were 'absolutely certain' of their identification of him and were repeatedly called upon by the prosecuting attorney to repeat their certainty in the accuracy of their identification." Id at 535. Additionally, the Court considered that one of the victims in that case had been unable to give the police a physical description of Brodes, that the victims were under stress while being robbed at gunpoint at night, that Brodes was a stranger to the victims, that one of the victims was unable to pick the Brodes' photograph from a photographic array, and that the other victim could only describe the weapon that was used. Id. Nevertheless, both victims repeatedly stated at trial that they were positive the defendant was the robber. Id. at 437.
The victims in this case, unlike those in Brodes, gave descriptions of the robbers to the police immediately after the incident, including the fact that the man who robbed Hall wore his hair in shoulder-length "twists or dreads." Hall told the police that she could identify the man who robbed her. Moreover, the victims each identified Russell's picture from mug shot books. None of the victims repeatedly testified to being "positive" or "absolutely certain" of their identification, as those in Brodes did. The victims each identified Russell and were, thereafter, thoroughly cross-examined by defense counsel about the circumstances surrounding their identification, including the lighting and their opportunity to see Russell's face. The State also introduced other evidence implicating Russell, including his possession of the car two days after the hijacking and his attempt to elude the police. Further, the State did not assert during closing argument that the victims' level of certainty should be afforded greater weight than any other factor. Finally, the trial court accurately instructed the jury as to the State's burden of proving Russell's identity beyond a reasonable doubt and the possibility of mistaken identification, as well as several other relevant considerations, such as witness credibility and impeachment. See Williams v. State, 300 Ga. App. 839, 844-845 (3) (a) (686 SE2d 446) (2009). Accordingly, we conclude that it is highly probable that giving the jury instruction did not contribute to the verdict given the circumstances of this case, and any error was thus harmless. See id.
3. Russell contends that the court erred in denying his motion for new trial on the ground of ineffective assistance of counsel. Under Strickland v. Washington, 466 U. S. 668 (104 SC 2052, 80 LE2d 674) (1984), to succeed on an ineffective assistance claim, a criminal defendant must demonstrate both that his trial counsel's performance was deficient and that there is a reasonable probability that the trial result would have been different if not for the deficient performance. See id. at 687-688, 694 (III) (A)-(B). "There is a strong presumption that the performance of trial counsel falls within the wide range of reasonable professional assistance. The reasonableness of the conduct is viewed at the time of trial and under the circumstances of the case." (Citations and punctuation omitted.) Williams v. State, 277 Ga. 853, 857 (6) (596 SE2d 597) (2004). If an appellant fails to meet his burden of proving either prong of the Strickland test, the reviewing court need not examine the other prong. Fuller v. State, 277 Ga. 505, 507 (3) (591 SE2d 782) (2004). When reviewing the trial court's decision, this Court will accept the trial court's factual findings and credibility determinations unless clearly erroneous; however, we review the court's application of legal principles de novo. Robinson v. State, 277 Ga. 75, 76 (586 SE2d 313) (2003).
(a) Russell argues that his trial counsel was ineffective for not objecting to the "level of certainty" charge. We disagree. Russell cannot establish that he was prejudiced as a result of counsel's decision for the same reasons discussed in Division 2, supra.
(b) Russell also contends that his counsel was ineffective for failing to request a charge informing the jury that "[t]o warrant a conviction on circumstantial evidence, the proved facts shall not only be consistent with the hypothesis of guilt, but shall exclude every other reasonable hypothesis save that of the guilt of the accused." OCGA § 24-4-6. Because the State adduced both direct (eyewitness testimony) and circumstantial evidence at trial in this case, the trial court was not required to charge the jury on circumstantial evidence pursuant to OCGA § 24-4-6, absent a request. See Stubbs v. State, 265 Ga. 883, 884-885 (2) (463 SE2d 686) (1995).
Because the State's case rested primarily on direct evidence and because Russell relied on an alibi defense at trial, we cannot conclude that Russell's trial counsel was deficient in declining to request a jury charge on circumstantial evidence. See Landers v. State, 270 Ga. 189, 191 (4) (508 SE2d 637) (1998). Moreover, Russell has failed to show that he was prejudiced by his counsel's failure to request the charge. Id.
Consequently, the trial court did not err in denying Russell's motion for new trial on the ground of ineffective assistance of trial counsel.
Judgment affirmed. Phipps, P.J., and Dillard, J., concur.
1Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U. S. 307, 319 (III) (B) (99 SC 2781, 61 LE2d 560) (1979).
2The trial court instructed the jury:
Identity is a question of fact for you to determine. Your determination of identity is dependent upon the credibility of the witness or witnesses offered for this purpose. You should consider all of the factors previously charged you regarding credibility of witnesses. Some, but not all, of the factors you may consider in assessing the reliability of identification are: The opportunity of the witnesses to view the alleged perpetrator at the time of the alleged incident; the witness's degree of attention toward the alleged perpetrator at the time of the alleged incident; the level of certainty shown by the witness about his or her identification; the possibility of mistaken identity; whether the witness's identification may have been influenced by factors other than the view that the witness claimed to have; and whether the witness on any prior occasion did not identify the defendant in this case as the alleged perpetrator. (Emphasis supplied.)
3Russell's trial occurred in February 2009. OCGA § 17-8-58 (a), which became effective on July 1, 2007, requires that a defendant "inform the court of the specific objection and the grounds for such objection before the jury retires to deliberate." Failure to comply with subsection (a) "preclude[s] appellate review of such portion of the jury charge, unless such portion of the jury charge constitutes plain error which affects substantial rights of the parties." OCGA § 17-8-58 (b).
Trial Judge: D. Todd Markle, Fulton Superior Court.,
Attorneys: Jennifer Trieshmann (Public Defender's Office), Carrollton, for appellant. Paul Howard, District Attorney, and David Getachew-Smith (District Attorney's Office), Atlanta, for appellee.,


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Frank Jewelers in downtown Freeport is the destination for diamonds, distinctive jewelry and fine gifts. The galleries feature diamonds from Natalie K, IDDEAL Diamonds, Everlon, Love Story, Forever 10, and the new Ideal2 Square-Cut Hearts and Arrows diamond – a Frank Jewelers exclusive – displayed in a relaxing atmosphere where guests can find style, brilliance and excellent value each and every day. Frank Jewelers complete Pandora Shop-in-Shop offers the collection of internationally acclaimed Pandora charms, bracelets, necklaces and earrings – with millions of combinations. You'll also find distinctive jewelry from designers Belle Etoile, East2West, Rhythm of Love, LeVian, as well as an impressive collection of Citizen Signature, SEIKO, Accutron and Wittnauer fine timepieces and wall clocks. Frank Jewelers Swarovski gallery is the area's most extensive and features many limited edition pieces. The in-store design and repair department features the talents of a Master Goldsmith who can customize an original piece of jewelry that fits your personality and budget, from traditional to fashion forward. Frank Jewelers will help you create jewelry that is as unique as you are.
CITY: Freeport
Stephenson County Farmers Market
This farmers market offers a large variety of local produce, eggs, meat, local honey, baked goods and knife sharping. May thru October: Saturday: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm; Tuesday: Noon - 4:00 pm
CITY: Freeport
Honey Hill Orchard
Apples, cider, donuts, apple bread, pure apple cider, caramel apples, honey, jams, jellies, apple butter, syrup, pumpkins and gourds. Late Aug.-Nov.
CITY: McConnell
Lena Mercantile Eatery
The Mercantile Eatery serves delicious soups, salads, sandwiches and homemade desserts - pies, cheesecakes, cakes and more. In addition there is a daily special sandwich. Freshly roasted, freshly ground coffee drinks from gourmet beans are also featured. Plus enjoy the antiques, gifts and more at the Lena Mercantile. Lunch from 11 am - 2 pm, desserts and coffee anytime.
CITY: Lena
Country Junction
Casual family dining with a warm inviting atmosphere serving a wide variety of American cuisine from steaks to fish, plus breakfast all day and sandwiches made to order. Reservations recommended. Carryouts, children's menu.
CITY: Freeport
Lena Drive Inn
Old fashioned drive inn with carhop service. Serving soft serve ice cream cones, shakes and malts, with burgers, fries, chicken, and pork tenderloin sandwiches. A truly great drive inn experience.
CITY: Lena
Wagner's Business Products/Furniture
This is a full-service office products store with gift and luggage department, including special stationery items.
CITY: Freeport
Vintage Shop Hop
Take a self-guided tour to find repurposed, cool junk, handmade and unique at dozens of shops in Northern Illinois, including shops in Stephenson County. For a complete list visit www.facbook.com/vintageshophopevent. Stop in at the Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center for a map of the area.
CITY: Freeport
Kinnikinnick Farm
At Kinnikinnick Farm, you'll sleep in tents and feed off the land as you experience life in a more relaxed environment. This is a 30-acre organic market farm that sells organic produce to some of Chicago's best chefs and restaurants and direct to the public at the Evanston and the Chicago Green City Farmers Markets. In addition to organic vegetables, the farm produces eggs, raises chickens, and is the home for a small herd of sheep, hogs, 6 dogs, a rabbit named Bandit, and Shelly, the family's Nubian milk goat.
CITY: Caledonia
Illinois Game and Pet Breeders Spring Swap Meet
Buying, selling and trading of gamebirds, animals, pets and supplies. This event takes place at the Stephenson County Fair Grounds. There will be vendors selling local honey, garden plants, flowers, and a small flea market. Events opens at 6 am. Gate Fee: $3.00 per person over the age of 10.
CITY: Freeport
Spencer Tracy Film Festival
Spencer Tracy, one of Hollywood's most cherished actors, comes home to Freeport where his parents lived and where he enjoyed many happy times as a child. Four prized films will be presented on the historic Lindo Theatre's big screen. $5 per film.
CITY: Freeport
Angela's Attic Antiques & Collectibles
Angela's Attic is located in a 35,000 square foot historic factory that has been converted into five large buildings of antiques and collectibles, including one-of-a-kind antiques from Victorian to modern era, furniture, toys, jewelry, textiles, collectibles, ephemera, glassware and more.
CITY: South Beloit
Stephenson County Ag Breakfast
A farm breakfast showcasing Stephenson County agriculture producers with a menu of orange juice, coffee cake, scrambled eggs, whole hog sausage, beef bacon, cheese, milk, coffee and ice cream. Additional activities include entertainment, a petting zoo, craft show, games and more as we salute and share the story of Stephenson County agriculture. Adults: $4; Children 5 and under: Free
CITY: Freeport
Generations Boutique
Generations Boutique is a blend of fabulous name brand fashions and gifts for the home. Open: Monday thru Friday: 10 am - 5 pm; Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm
CITY: Freeport
Rockford-Freeport Illinois Kennel Club Dog Show
The event includes an All Breed Dog/Obedience/Rally/Show, booths with dog supplies, refreshments as well as information on showing and training.
CITY: Freeport
Hampton Inn Freeport Golf Packages
Park Hills Golf Getaway Package: Enjoy a Hampton room, two 18-hole rounds at park Hills Golf Course in Freeport, a cart, a bucket of range balls, and a special golfer's gift bag. Must be booked at least seven days in advance: $153 - $177. Wolf Hollow Golf Getaway Package: Hampton king room, two 18-hole rounds at Wolf Hollow Golf Course in Lena, a cart, a bucket of range balls, and a special gift bag. Must be booked at least seven days in advance: $153 - $163.This historic and charming hotel is located in the heart of Historic Downtown Freeport and features The Main Street Bistro, always the perfect spot to enjoy a great meal, a refreshing drink in a sophisticated atmosphere ideal for mixing, mingling, and enjoying life. The 70 spacious guest rooms and 2 suites feature complimentary hi-speed wireless internet access, High Definition TV with pay-per view movies and games, refrigerators and microwaves available upon request. Guest also have access to the hotel's state of the art fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and the complimentary hot continental breakfast which features over 15 items daily. Non-smoking rooms are available. The Hampton Inn is part of the Hilton Honors preferred guest program. Rates: $89 to $149.
CITY: Freeport
Ferguson Fine Arts Theatre
This theater, located on the campus of Highland Community College, features a variety of fine arts programming including vocal and instrumental music concerts, live theater, special performances, and the popular Summerset Theatre program, a community performing arts theater. The Ferguson Fine Arts Theatre is also home to HCC's Royal Scots, Big Band, Concert Band, Chorale and Highland Gallery. A seasonal listing of performances is available by calling the box office or visiting the website.
CITY: Freeport
Green Tea Bake House
Home of the gourmet soft pretzel in Pretzel City USA! Sweet and savory gourmet baked goods, all crafted in house, from scratch, utilizing natural and organic ingredients. Known for our unique Kalamata olive and feta bread, our French "sables" butter cookies and our Asiago cheese asparagus tarts. Open: Tuesday thru Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm.
CITY: Freeport
Lincoln-Douglas Debate Square
Experience the history of the second of the famous debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas. It was at this site on August 27, 1858 that the Freeport Doctrine, an import statement regarding slavery and state's rights, was proclaimed by Douglas. The site is self-interpretative through a series of waysides that tell of the events and ideas which led up to the debates, and also includes the life-size statues "Lincoln and Douglas in Debate" by artist Lily Tolpo. The park-like setting is complete with benches, lighting and spacious walks.
CITY: Freeport
T and D Toy & Hobby
T and D Toy & Hobby specializes in diecast toys, both old and new, but also offers new and old model kits, including resin kits, hobby paints and tools, and model railroading items. Open: Monday thru Friday: 11 am - 12:30 pm; 3 pm - 5:30 pm; Saturday: 10 am - 3 pm
CITY: Freeport
Country Inn and Suites Golf Packages
Park Hills Golf Getaway Package: Enjoy a Country Inn room for two for one night, two 18-hole rounds at park Hills Golf Course in Freeport, a cart, a bucket of range balls, and a golfer's gift bag. Advance reservations required: $163 - $187. Wolf Hollow Golf Getaway Package: Room for two for one night, two 18-hole rounds at Wolf Hollow Golf course in Lena, a cart, a bucket of range balls, and a special gift bag. Advance reservations required: $163 - $173. At Country Inn and Suites there is one goal - to make you feel at home. They promise to offer caring, consistent and comfortable service to ensure a relaxing enjoyable stay. They offer a complimentary Be Our Guest Breakfast, free wireless high speed internet access, Club Carlson Reward program, indoor pool and whirlpool and a fitness center. These are just a few of the exceptional amenities they offer every guest. The hotel has been voted "Best in the Region" for the past 14 years in a row. It offers consistency you can count on at just the right price. Senior discount, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Matercard and Visa. Rates: $99.00 to $169.00.
CITY: Freeport
The Sports Plex
The Sports Plex is a tournament quality soccer complex featuring up to 12 fields, picnic areas, parking, restrooms, and a concession area with a full kitchen. It also has a presentation pavilion that is ideal for award ceremonies or meetings. Please call for pricing and availability.
CITY: Freeport
Blown Away Art & Framing Destination
Blown Away specialize in custom framing pictures. There is a large variety of art for sale in the gallery from limited editions, famous art prints, and art from local artists. Open: Sunday and Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm; Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am - 6 pm.
CITY: Lena
Pecatonica River Trail Summer Flotilla
Enjoy an early summer that only Northwest Illinois can deliver. Start the morning with a leisurely canoe or kayak paddle down the natural water trail of the Pecatonica River. Paddle from McConnell Bobtown Landing (7.9 miles or 2 1/2 hours) to McNeil's Damascus Landing followed by lunch. 9 am - 12 pm
CITY: McConnell
Illinois Game and Pet Breeders Fall Swap Meet
This swap meet involves the buying, selling and trading of game birds, animals, pets and supplies. Vendors will also be available with local honey, garden plants, flowers, and a small flea market. Events opens at 6 am. Gate Fee: $3.00 per person over the age of 10.
CITY: Freeport
100TH Anniversary of Union Dairy Celebration
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Union Dairy with a full weekend of special events. Friday is Entertainment Night with a 50s/60s band, Jimmy Fred and the Flames and a country band, Back Country Roads. Plus enjoy a beer tent. Saturday will feature a Car Show with entertainment by 3-D Sound, and Sunday will be Family Day with games, a bounce house, pony rides and more. All three days, enjoy an Historical Downtown Tour by horse and carriage. Plus there will be Union Dairy anniversary souvenirs for sale, "old timers" dipping one more time and more. Friday: 5 pm - 11 pm; Saturday: 4 pm - 8 pm; Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm.
CITY: Freeport
Grand Illinois Trail and Parks (GITAP) Bike Tour
The twelfth Grand Illinois Trail And Parks (GITAP) bicycle tour has the potential to be a memorable experience—a quality week of scenic, energizing, and down-home week fun on a bike. It will be a celebration of bicycle riding exuberance, camping or motel ambiance, tasty food, and good fellowship – all in support of a good cause – The League of Illinois Bicyclists.
CITY: Oregon
Pecatonica River Trail Fall Flotilla
Enjoy the fall colors that only Northwest Illinois can deliver. Start the morning with a leisurely canoe or kayak paddle down the natural water trail of the Pecatonica River. Paddle from McConnell Bobtown Landing (7.9 miles or 2 1/2 hours) to McNeil's Damascus Landing. Lunch provided for donation.
CITY: McConnell
Castle Rock State Park
Castle Rock State Park is located three miles south of Oregon on Highway 2. The 2,000-acre park includes rock formations, ravines, and unique northern plant associations. In one valley, 27 different types of ferns have been identified. A sandstone bluff, adjacent to the river, has given the park its name. Picnic area amenities include tables, shelters, grills, toilets, drinking water and playground equipment. Six miles of marked hiking trails have been developed, and a public boat ramp/parking facility is located across from the park's main entrance.
CITY: Oregon
Mighty Richland Players Dessert Theater "Opal's Million Dollar Duck"
While rooting through Opal's Antique Junque Shop, two summer stock leads come across a painting that looks a lot like an old master that disappeared from the local art museum. In order to collect the insurance themselves, the divas, Desmond and Queenie, try to acquire the painting from Opal, who has other plans for the painting. The plot thickens hilariously when the two stars resort to everything from outrageous flattery to knockout drops trying to get their hands on the picture. September 27, 28 29 Friday and Saturday: Doors Open: 7 pm; Show: 7:30 pm; Sunday: Doors Open: 1:30pm; Show: 2:00 pm. All performances are in a dessert theater format. $20
CITY: Orangeville
Rockford Art Museum Exhibition - Modern Metaphors
Modern Metaphors features beautifully complex paintings, mixed media and photography that combine Old Master techniques with modern content by artists Katherine Ace, David Kroll, Bruno Surdo and Sergio Fasola. Each reminiscent of the Dutch Golden Age, these masterfully rendered pieces transport the viewer into a dreamy, yet oddly contemporary, realm.
CITY: Rockford
Christmas Tea at the Stephenson County Historical Museum
Celebrate this holiday tradition at the historic 1857 Oscar Taylor home decorated in Christmas finery. Enjoy music and and homemade cookies with coffee, tea or punch as your tour the mansion. The Holiday Gift Shop will be open featuring a selection of historical books, toys and other unique gift items.
CITY: Freeport
Victory Golf Range
Victory Golf Range is the Rockford area's only indoor golf facility that offers golf entertainment in a controlled environment. Amenities include a large driving area to see true path of golf ball, hitting bays with air-cushioned driving mats, a state-of-the-art putting green, fully netted ceiling, walls and perimeter to ensure a safe hitting environment, a full service restaurant and bar, large screen TVs with latest golf and sports programming, and free WiFi.
CITY: Loves Park
Anderson Japanese Gardens - Opening Day Celebration
Opening Day is a family friendly weekend event for friends and family to gather and enjoy culturally rich Japanese activities in the unique setting of Anderson Japanese Gardens.
CITY: Rockford
The Gathering at Macktown - Historical Reenactment, 1650-1850
Take a step back in time to experience American frontier life and Native American cultures of the 1650s through 1850s. Meet traders, trappers, voyageurs, and Native Americans. There will be food and mercantile vendors, demonstrations, militia maneuvers and skirmishes. Tour historic buildings on their original sites, and meet Stephen Mack and Hononegah as they share their home with you. Plenty of hands on activities, music and much more to see, smell, taste, and explore. Rain or shine, free parking.
CITY: Rockton
Highland Farmers Market
This midweek farmers market offers a large array of fresh produce that is all locally grown as well as baked goods and farm fresh eggs. Open: Wednesdays: 3 pm - 6 pm. Located at Highland Community College in Parking Lot C.
CITY: Freeport
Lowden State Park
One of the most picturesque sites along the Rock River is just north of Oregon in Ogle County. The bluffs are graced with a majestic image of an American Indian gazing over the Rock River Valley. This is no ordinary statue. It is a 50 foot, concrete-reinforced wonder that is awe-inspiring. A tribute to all Native Americans, but more commonly associated with Chief Black Hawk, the statue was designed by sculptor Lorado Taft. You can enjoy many wonderful views of the Rock River from the park, but the best view of the statue is from IL Rt. 2.
CITY: Oregon
2014 Rockford Midwestern - Biennial Juried Art Exhibition
The Rockford Midwestern is a biennial juried exhibition that originated as an annual showcase for local artists. The year 2014 marks the 73rd presentation of this regional show that draws the best works from artists from a nine-state region. Artists residing in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin participate. With this exhibition, Rockford Art Museum shows its commitment to presenting the breadth and depth of contemporary art in the Midwest.
CITY: Rockford
The Pavilion at Orchard Ridge Farms and Copperstone Inn
The Pavilion at Orchard Ridge Farms and Copperstone Inn are a unique venue for an unforgettable wedding ceremony, reception and rehearsal dinner. An Orchard Ridge Farms/Copperstone Inn wedding offers the combination of rustic charm and sophisticated elegance that will create extraordinary memories that will last a lifetime. Our one hundred and thirty acres creates a majestic stage for your special event, a refreshing change from the average banquet facility.
CITY: Rockton
Frank Lloyd Wright's Laurent House
Frank Lloyd Wright's Laurent House in Rockford, Illinois is the only building ever designed by the famed architect for a person with a disability. Kenneth and Phyllis Laurent commissioned and lived in the home from 1952 until early 2012, when it was acquired by a private foundation and added to the National Register of Historic Places. This single-story Usonian home is both functional and beautiful, decades ahead of ADA accessibility requirements. The home features a solar hemicycle footprint, patio, fishpond, carport, and outdoor connectivity to the natural landscape. The modest home is built of Chicago Common Brick and Red Tidewater Cypress and much of the labor and materials were sourced locally from Rockford.
CITY: Rockford
WWE Live at BMO Harris Bank Center
WWE VIP Experience presents WWE Live, with WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match, Sheamus vs. Randy Orton; 3 on 1 Handicap Match, Big Show vs. The Shield; plus Big E, Cesaro, The Usos, Ryback, Curtis Axel and many more. (Card is subject to change.)
CITY: Rockford
Victorian Village Opening Day and Main Street Market
As part of the Victorian Village opening weekend, the museum will play host to a new vintage market hosted by Rockford's own Urban Farmgirl. Featuring vendors from throughout the Midwest and across the country, it will be an open-air market showcasing vintage goods and one-of-a-kind artisan pieces. Guided tours of the Victorian Village as well as entrance to the Main Museum Center are also part of admission.
CITY: Rockford
Birdfest 2014 - Sand Bluff Bird Observatory
Birdfest 2014 takes place during Warbler Spring Migration Week and Mother's Day Weekend. See and touch a wild bird and learn why birds are banded. See raptors, visit the Kid's Korner, Silent Auction, Eickman's food tent and much more.
CITY: Shirland
OSF Heritage Run
The 30th Annual Heritage Run includes 10k (6.2 miles) and 2-mile races along with a 2-mile walk and kids' fun run. Races go through downtown and neighborhoods and finish in front of the BMO Harris Bank Center. Proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the YMCA Rock River Valley. OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center is the major sponsor.
CITY: Rockford
Howard Johnson Hotel - Rockford
Experience a winning combination of friendly service, newly renovated accommodations, and spacious, comfortable guest rooms with luxury touches. The hotel includes a heated indoor pool, fitness center and 24-hour game room. Home office rooms are available for business clientele. There is a restaurant and lounge on site.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford Half Marathon and 10K
This year's event features two events: the wildly popular 13.1-mile half marathon and a sibling 10K run. In addition to Rockford area runners, the event draws participants from more than 20 states. Located just an hour's drive northwest of Chicago and a half-hour south of Madison, WI, the course route is along Rockford's scenic Rock River. It's a relaxing, yet challenging, event with two great options for runners at every skill level.
CITY: Rockford
Veterans Memorial Hall
Dedicated in 1903 in ceremonies that included a speech by Teddy Roosevelt, Memorial Hall is a tribute to Rockford citizens who have served in the Armed Forces. Large wall plaques list names of fallen veterans, and cases in the main lobby, side rooms and the lower level display Armed Services artifacts including memories of the Civil War, the World Wars and Camp Grant. The renovated second floor auditorium is used by cultural groups for shows and presentations and is accessible via the elevator.
CITY: Rockford
Prairie Street Brewhouse
The Prairie Brewhouse is the best location in Rockford for hosting your event. With over 7500 square feet of flexible space available, we can host your event of up to 500 people. Perfect for hosting banquets, wedding receptions, parties, weddings, meetings, fundraisers, art shows, craft shows and more. Indoor and outdoor space available, including a deck area right on the river. Available for anything from a luncheon to a week-long conference. Overhead doors allow for easy unloading and setup. During the summer, Dinner on the Dock and listen to live music on Thursdays.
CITY: Rockford
Luecke Jewelers Vintage Jewelry and Antiques
Largest collection of pre-owned estate jewelry and antiques in northern Illinois. Opened Monday thru Thursday and Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm; Friday: 9 am - 6 pm.
CITY: Freeport
Launching Laurent: a celebration of Frank Lloyd Wright's Laurent House
A celebration of a significant community milestone, the grand opening of the Laurent House, at Anderson Japanese Gardens – the finest Japanese garden in North America. Hosted by the board of the Laurent House Foundation, all are welcome to celebrate the Launching of the Laurent House as Rockford and Illinois' newest museum.
CITY: Rockford
Animal Mania at Lockwood Park
Join Lockwood Park to celebrate the opening of a new season, animals, and the of service men and women. Activities to be held throughout the park include hay rides, pony rides, chicken hatching, horseshoeing demonstration, horse extravaganza, and more. There will be special activities for Armed Forces Day.
CITY: Rockford
B.B. King at Coronado PAC
Throughout the 1990s as well as the 1980s, 1970s, 1960s and 1950s, there has been only one King of the Blues - Riley B. King, affectionately known as B.B. King. Since B.B. started recording in the late 1940s, he has released over 60 albums many of them considered blues classics, like 1965's definitive live blues album "Live At The Regal," and 1976's collaboration with Bobby "Blue" Bland, "Together For The First Time."
CITY: Rockford
Phantom Regiment - 39th Annual Show of Shows
Experience the art of musical pageantry as the Show of Shows features some of the best drum and bugle corps in the world. This year's lineup is one of the largest in the Midwest. Along with Rockford's own Phantom Regiment, this year's lineup includes 2013 World Champion Carolina Crown along with our Midwest rivals Madison Scouts and The Cavaliers. The location is the Boylan High School stadium.
CITY: Rockford
Bill Maher at Coronado PAC
For the last seventeen years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television. First on "Politically Incorrect" (Comedy Central, ABC, 1993-2002), and for the last eight years on HBO's "Real Time," Maher's combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him twenty-six Emmy nominations. In October of 2008, this same combination was on display in Maher's uproarious and unprecedented swipe at organized religion, "Religulous," directed by Larry Charles ("Borat"). The documentary has gone on to become the 7th Highest Grossing Documentary ever.
CITY: Rockford
Young at Heart Festival - Loves Park City Hall Grounds
Bring the whole family to the 42nd Young at Heart Festival. Events during the weekend include live music, carnival rides, kids' activities and food concessions. The Young at Heart Parade is on Saturday.
CITY: Loves Park
Pec Thing Antique & Flea Market
Great bargains can be found everywhere on antique tools and quilts, yard art and jewelry, stamps and postcards, furniture and glassware, arts and crafts and everything in between. Over 500 dealers are spread out over 100,000 square feet inside and 40 acres outside. Wear your walking shoes! Free parking. Held rain or shine. Sorry, no pets allowed.
CITY: Pecatonica
Rockford AirFest 2014
The AirFest 2014 Performer Lineup includes the USAF Thunderbirds, US Army Golden Knights, Canadian Forces Snowbirds Demonstration Team (AirFest's first international performance), Team Aerostars, Team AeroDynamix, Mike Goulian, Paul Wood, John Klatt Airshows, Art Nalls Sea Harrier , Firebirds, and Dave Dacy Airshows. The AirFest takes place at Chicago Rockford International Airport.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford City Market
The Rockford City Market features local growers and vendors who sell natural products and unique retail items, live music, demonstrations and kids' activities. Enjoy the fun Fridays from 3:00-8:00 p.m. May 30-October 17 (3:00-7:00 p.m. after Labor Day). Located on Water Street in Downtown Rockford.
CITY: Rockford
Lewis Black at Coronado PAC
Grammy Award-winning stand-up comedian, is one of the most prolific and popular performers working today. He executes a brilliant trifecta as stand-up comedian, actor and author. Receiving critical acclaim, he performs over 200 nights a year to sell out audiences throughout Europe, New Zealand, Canada and United States. Lewis Black came into national prominence with his appearances on "The Daily Show" in 1996. Those appearances on THE DAILY SHOW led to comedy specials on HBO, Comedy Central, Showtime and Epix. In 2001, he won the Best Male Stand-Up at the American Comedy Awards. He has released eight comedy albums, and has published three bestselling books.
CITY: Rockford
Garden Fair 2014 at Klehm Arboretum
For more than two decades, Garden Fair has been the place to shop for flowers, shrubs, tools, outdoor art and other garden-related items. The event attracts more than 5,000 visitors every year. With over 80 exhibitors, it's the area's largest outdoor living marketplace and there's something for everyone.
CITY: Rockford
Rivers Edge Campground
Rivers Edge Campground has modern facilities in a rustic, historical area. Amenities include a Pecatonica River boat ramp, fishing on Pecatonica, Sugar and Rock Rivers, a private pond, pavilion, basketball and golf courses nearby.
CITY: Rockton


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On September 11, 2010, I married the perfect man. Yes Ladies, they do exist. When my daughter was a year old, her father and I divorced. I was 24 years old, a single mom, working full time, and trying to give Chloe May (now 6 yrs old) the kind of life she deserved. Needless to say, dating was a challenge. I found myself becoming a bitter, miserable person. That all changed when I met Jordon. After our first few dates, it was ridiculous how strong our feelings were for one another. People noticed a change in me almost immediately. I was happy again. After several months, he played a song he wrote for me called "What That Woman's Love Does to Me." It brought tears to my eyes. And several months after that, he played another song for me; only this time, he made me close my eyes as I listened to Dierks Bentley's "My Last Name". When I opened my eyes, there he was in front of me on one knee, with a little black box opened. (Again with the tears) And when he told me that the day before, he had already gone to my father and asked for his blessing... My heart melted. Guys like that weren't supposed to exist anymore. He had even gotten Chloe her own ring, and wanted her to be a part of the entire ceremony. He said, "its just as important for her, as it is for you and me." I walked down the isle to the words, "God Blessed the Broken Road, that Led Me Straight to You." Chloe and I are truly blessed to have him in our lives. I sit on our back porch and look around...it just doesn't seem real. But it is...The Perfect Man Does Exist...and I am going to spend the rest of my life with him!
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Travis Rowley: Political Consequence
Saturday, December 28, 2013
The sense of urgency from conservatives bordered on panic. There was much damage control to be done, including a column dedicated to the Pope's errors by this writer.
In a wake of criticism, it was refreshing to hear Pope Francis clarify his remarks. "Marxist ideology is wrong," Francis told the world during an interview that would still leave it unclear as to whether or not the current Bishop of Rome was a true friend of free marketeers. After all, he would add, "The promise was that when the glass was full, it would overflow, benefiting the poor. But what happens instead is that when the glass is full, it magically gets bigger; nothing ever comes out for the poor."
Oy vey.
It hardly mattered just how clear and concise Francis decided to be. The neo-Marxists had already seized upon his seeming disregard for the political gamesmanship that occurs within the world's most important national economy. America's media establishment began to exalt the man who heads the institution that remains the leading voice against two of the Left's moral crusades – abortion and gay marriage. This curious phenomenon culminated with Time Magazine naming Pope Francis "Person of the Year."
President Obama – the figurehead of America's socialist party – recently invoked Evangelii Gaudium, presenting the Pope as an ally in his quest to spread the wealth around. "After several years of high-profile clashes with U.S. bishops, Obama is seizing the chance to highlight common ground with the bishop of Rome," the LA Times has reported. "Obama now sees the Pope as an ally," Breitbart.com tells its readers in an article titled "Obama Channeling Pope Francis to Sell Wealth Redistribution."
A longstanding goal of the "welfare rights movement" and other radical leftists of the 1960s is a guaranteed income for every American. Several weeks ago Krystal Ball, the co-host of MSNBC's "The Cycle," regurgitated this radical urge by arguing for a "mincome" – a "monthly minimum income" for "every non-incarcerated adult citizen." According to Ball, "poverty is eliminated" with the implementation of such a measure.
More to the point of this column, Ball would remind everyone of the sentiments of Pope Francis while also attempting to quiet her conservative critics by informing them that a prominent "libertarian" had – in a way – endorsed the "mincome" as well. "Now, I know what you're thinking," Ball said, "this is some crazy left-wing utopian idea that only Marxists like Krystal Ball and Pope Francis could possibly support…[But] the mincome has also found support on the right" – citing Matthew Freeney of Reason Magazine who has suggested giving the poor "cash" in the past.
In a somewhat confusing use of the English language, another member of the political party attempting to force the Catholic Church to pay for abortifacients and birth control invoked Pope Francis while attempting to sell the product of big-government and wealth redistribution. Several weeks ago Sheila Jackson Lee (Texas – D) argued that the federal government should provide unemployment benefits to "working men and women." She implored the other members of Congress: "We can't be only about our self in this holiday season, particularly as we recognize that the Pope being made man of the year has spoken to the world eloquently about this whole issue of the vulnerable."
While everyone is trying to figure out whether Pope Francis agrees with the tenets of socialism or not, and considering the possibility that he just might have higher concerns than America's 2014 elections, the Democratic Party – the party with an expanding secular and atheist base; the party that voted to remove God from its platform at their 2012 national convention; the party known for its hostility toward the Church – are busy aligning his words with their cause.
Travis Rowley (TravisRowley.com) is the author of The RI Republican: An Indictment of the Rhode Island Left.
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In the event of a victory by Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney several weeks ago, I had prepared myself to draft a column intended to quell the anticipated jubilation of the political Right nationwide – my primary point being that, despite such a Republican triumph, America's enduring crisis would have been that Barack Obama was practically guaranteed 47 percent of the popular vote simply by being the endorsed Democratic candidate (Obama ultimately secured 51 percent).
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While Anthony Gemma's highly anticipated press conference was certainly compelling, it remains unclear whether or not it will be enough to sink Congressman David Cicilline's re-election hopes. At the very least, however, it seems Gemma is in possession of convincing evidence of large-scale voter fraud that would incriminate high-level officers within Cicilline's inner circle.
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The consequences of silence were on parade this week when Channel 10 aired a report titled "Same-Sex Marriage Could Help RI Economy." The premise for saying so is that many people, while decidedly against the passage of a gay marriage bill, have been entirely bullied out of the controversy – and that this has resulted in a growing confusion over how to even begin defending traditional values.
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In the midst of the ongoing debate over the 2nd Amendment, I discovered lessons to be learned from the events in Boston this week.
Let me start with this: Owning a gun is not a natural right. After all, how can a firearm be a natural right if man had to invent and manufacture it?
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Jonathan Bainsworth
Yes, Mr. Rowley. The atheists are coming to take your religion away.....run away, run away.
Jeremy Soninjer
Jonathan, can you dispute one thing Rowley wrote up there? Or are you just going to use cheap sarcasm to pretend as if you can?
All anyone can assume from your comment is that you are incapable of finding any errors within this article, and it is eating you up inside. Rowley just tooled on you.
Jonathan Bainsworth
All atheists and any other rational thinking individuals want is a society that respects everyone's right to worship or not worship anyone or anything they want while keeping the public square a neutral religious free zone. Christians want the same for every point of view but their own since they continue to believe Christianity is superior to other belief systems. This is implied in Mr. Rowley's right wing propaganda piece.
Jeremy Soninjer
Bainsworth, what are you even talking about? This article is about the Pope's remarks regarding capitalism, and how Democrats are using those remarks for political purposes; how the party of anti-Catholic views are using the Pope's words against the Church's beliefs and interests.
Why are you talking about Christians and their secret plot to ignore the 1st Amendment and establish some sort of oppressive theocracy in the US? This is "implied" in Rowley's article?
bill bentley
So, if I criticize Capitalism then I'm a Marxist? Is this the point of the article? This overly simplistic logic is disturbing.
Sammy Arizona
The liberal Pope Francis shrugged off the "Marxist" label that the undisputed leader of the American conservative movement and the de-facto chairman of the GOP Rush Limbaugh and many other loony conservative rubes attached to him, because he said economic growth doesn't always help the poor. In a new interview with a Italian newspaper , Francis said that "Marxist ideology is wrong" but added that he has "known many Marxists who were good persons, and that's why I don't feel offended" by the label
The conservative liars in South America universally referred to him as a "poverty pimp" when he was a Cardinal and he just ignored those wing-nuts
Chris O.
Bill, I'm not seeing where the writer says "if you criticize capitalism, then you're a Marxist." That's just a straw man that allowed you to call the writer "overly simplistic."
I actually don't think this article says anything too controversial. All it points out is that the Pope made some anti-capitalist remarks that socialists/neo-Marxists/Democrats are taking political advantage of. The writer even admits at the beginning that conservatives would have done the same thing.
Michael Trenn
The thing that is being missed is that this Pope has not changed one single Church policy. All he has done is speak in a more kindly manner about the things that his Church still condemns. As such, this Pope is a master showman and marketer. If I still belonged, I would rather have a straight shooter like Bishop Tobin, than someone who pleases the ear, but does nothing new. Maybe the libs would be nicer to us on the right if we just talked nicely to them.
Redd Ratt
If the pope wants to help the poor he should sell some art. He's another fraud.
Rich B
@ Jeremy - One false statement that Rowley asserts as truth is that "Obama is the figurehead of America's socialist party." This is not only factually incorrect, despite what all the conservatives will assert, Obama is a middle-of-the-road liberal who continues to frustrate the most progressive, left-leaning of the Democrats. Many of his actions represent the antithesis of socialism.
Obama has continuously supported private industry, often saving businesses from bankruptcy. He authorized $80 billion to loan to General Motors and Chrysler to keep them out of bankruptcy. These two companies benefited directly from Obama's actions. A socialist would have nationalized the automobile industry, putting its ownership into public hands.
Assisting private companies is not socialism. It is the antithesis of socialism. But what about Obamacare? It requires all citizens to have health insurance. It does not nationalize healthcare. It does provide subsidies to private insurance companies. Under the law, the health care industry received 31 million new customers. Most importantly, the legislation does not eliminate the partial anti-trust exemption, allowing healthcare organizations to monopolize through consolidation.
A socialist would have introduced legislation to nationalize healthcare, effectively eliminating the nation's private health insurance market. Americans would lose the option of purchasing health insurance on the private market, and Medicare would be extended to all. All citizens would have full dental and medical insurance provided to them by the federal government. This would eliminate the concern regarding the potential for younger Americans to pay the penalty instead of signing up for insurance.
Art West
Interesting perspective.
But, perhaps Obama's socialism is cloaked and incremental out of necessity. As the saying goes, you won't cook a live frog by putting him directly in a boiling pot of water because he'll jump right out, but put him in more comfortable water and turn up the heat a little at a time, and dinner is served soon enough.
The auto bailout ensured the UAW its jobs at current rates; while bankruptcy would have ensured contract renegotiation at lower wages and benefits for sure. It was more like a union bailout.
As for Obamacare, centralized government forcing its citizens to buy a product is miles away from free-market capitalism. And thinking of the easily cooked frog, some people reasonably think that an Obamacare failure is the set-up for nationalized, government-run healthcare.
Michael Byrnes
Rich B.
You may be correct for talking Rowely to task for saying that "Obama is the figurehead of America's socialist party." However, it is much more difficult to argue that Obama is a middle-of-the-road liberal. The evidence you present is weak at best and at the worst it contradicts your assertion that Obama is a middle-of-the-road liberal. You present a most curious caricature of capitalism.
The bailout of the auto industry was hardly a bailout of private industry, but rather it was a bailout of the unions. This action might be properly labeled as crony capitalism. Bankruptcy and subsequent restructuring would have been a capitalist solution. Instead, Obama interfered with market forces in a way that was much closer to fascism than capitalism and just a few steps from being a socialist solution. Government support of private industry in the manner of Obama's bailout is not capitalism.
Your healthcare example of Obamacare is also a condition that is much closer to socialism than capitalism. The essence of capitalism is a free market with voluntary contracts between two sides for mutual benefit. Once government coercion is involved it is no longer a free market. Obamacare does not nationalize healthcare, but there is little question that Obama favors a single payer system which is government control of healthcare. Whatever you wish to call a single payer system it is not capitalism. While the ultimate goal for Obama is a single payer system it is politically a bridge too far at this point in time. American's have lost the ability to purchase health insurance in the private market as insurance must be purchased through a government exchange. The individual mandate and the coming employee mandate are hallmarks of socialism and the antithesis of capitalism
bill bentley
Chris O.: thanks for clarifying the point to this article. Jeez.
And what is all this BS about free markets? There hasn't been a free market since 1776. What a load.
Michael Byrnes
Just figured out the world is imperfect? There was never a free market before 1776 either, nor will there be in the future. Not sure why 1776 has anything at all to do with free markets.
bill bentley
1776 is the year Adam Smith published the Wealth of Nations.
G Godot
The irony of this dust up is the morally bankrupt leftys using the words of the POPE, the head of a church they DESPISE to bash, for example, Mr. Langone, one of the founders of Home Depot-- a man born to modest circumstance who has given over One Hundred Fifty Million of his OWN money to charity. It the eyes of the LEFT, he is the devil, because he is not a democrat. Meanwhile, Joe Biden, one of the bigger public frauds, gives HOW MUCH? The left, it appears, will sleep with anyone to sell their brand of soap.


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