The Race for the Presidency 2012

In this day of weak Presidential leadership and names being suggested as potential nominees who in several cases are flawed candidates, I will consider seeking the GOP nomination for our nation's highest office. Like Abraham Baldwin of colonial times who was one of our nation's original 55 founders I have served as a pastor of several churches. In addition my career path has included service as a public school teacher-administrator, college academic dean, presidential candidate advisor, friend of a former congressional Republican leader, state senator, as well as a well known congressman, I have also served as a political writer in most of the nation's major newspapers. I have an eaned doctorate from a major university and a background in national security from Harvard, having taken the NIS program in 1982. I have a very special caring wife of fifty years. With three children and five grandchildren I want them and all Americans to look forward with me to America's greatest days. I want my fellow Americans to have their jobs back within two years of my election. Please join with me, read my posts and articles, meet us when we are in your state, and become a part of a common man's crusade ro restore American values and greatness. God bless you and our great country.

Alan Phillips, Sr.

America Must Come First, We will not rebuild China on the backs of American Industry and Workers.

This week the President of China will be welcomed by American political leaders and a President that just doesn't get it. We are rebuilding China and much of Asia by eliminating American jobs, taxing unmercifully U.S. businesses while chinese currency is manipulated and Americans can neither borrow money or compete in the export arena. With 15 to 20 percent of the American labor force no longer working, and Chinese enjoying their wealth without a whimper from Congress or the President, our standard of living falls daily.

We must lower state and federal taxes on U.S. companies and increase import fees on all Chinese products. We must replace lobbyists with the American people when it comes to listening and acting. We must demand quid pro quo international markets and reevauate our obligations fiscally to China based on a hard hitting formula which subtracts from our fiscal debt obligations, manipulated yuans and other pretend currency.

We are focused on the military conflicts and wars internationally while the real war for jobs and income continues sponsored by China and others. We Republicans must stop playing footsie with these Chinese autocrats and do it soon.It's all about
jobs, I want at least 20 million created soon.

Dr. Alan Phillips
Bloomington, IL

NY Times, Entertainment Tonight, Sarah Palin Offers Herself for a 2012 Bid

In Sarah Palin's National Review piece I searched once again for a cogent plan for governing a nation, state, or any enterprise. I believe that anyone meeting the constitutional requirements for seeking the Presidency should be able to compete for the office. However I am still searching for Sarah’s plan specific for leading this great nation forward in an economic, moral, ethical, and practical way to achieve the aspirations of all Americans.

In the NRO piece she asserted that "Political contests are not always about truth and justice." I cannot think of a moment when any serious candidate would fail to place truth and justice at the top of their ethos, what is she talking about? When you make it clear that truth is not always an underpinning and operational part of a campaign you are in a danger zone subscribing totally to situational ethics. Is Sarah like a chameleon on a crazy quilt not knowing which color or position to adopt?

Her observation that successful candidates must first set the narrative for me is nothing more than a dangling phrase which makes absolutely no sense to a serious voter. Often intervening variables, unexpected have resulted in huge affects on the national and international scene. President Bush was reading a book to school children when three planes changed the narrative that is still remains a major concern of us all. How can a serious administrator be so inflexible as to enunciate and stubbornly hold to an artificially established narrative?

Her observation that if we don’t agree with some of her postulates and assumptions that, "You are living on a unicorn ranch in fantasy land. Then to further bewilder someone looking for a meaningful plan she makes a sweeping assumption that "there are millions of conservatives, Democrats and Independents ready to join our cause." I am a conservative, but I am not ready to join Sarah Palin's cause since, in my opinion, it has never been articulated in a discernible way to the nation. Will that plan ever be presented to us for our consideration, “You bethcha it won’t.”

Dr. Alan Phillips, Sr.

U.S. Sends Muslim Center Imam to Arab World to Promote Religious Tolerance

U.S. Sends Muslim Center Imam to Arab World to Promote Religious Tolerance
On Thursday Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf, a sponsor of a planned Muslim center in Lower Manhattan, begins a mission from the United States government to promote religious tolerance in the Arab world. NY Times, The Lede, August 19, 2010

Dr. Phillips Response,

The plan to locate this mosque in close proximity to the World Trade Center site is an incredibly destabilizing decision. Wounds remain open in the hearts and daily lives of the survivors whether they are of Christian, Jewish, Muslim or other faith perspectives. This idea has no merit lacking both compassion and basic consideration of others. The motive behind the proposed project remains shrouded in ambivalence, deceit and distortion. Shades of fuzzy meaning cloud the true intent of the authors of this project, This mosque is simply a horrible idea and the President for reasons known only to him has made an uninformed decision which further divides the nation. His biased speech in support of the ground zero mosque may well have been a tipping point for his administration's effectiveness in the future.

Dr. Alan Phillips

Press Release Dr. and Mrs, Phillips at Iowa State Fair August 17, 2010

Proclaiming American Greatness: Dr. and Mrs. Phillips volunteers at the pork tent at the Iowa State Fair
8/16/2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY AUGUST. 17, 2010 CONTACT: Alan Phillips (309) 824-9298 (309) 824-9298 , ctw46@netscape.net

Des Moines, Iowa (August 17, 2010)

Dr, Alan Phillips, Republican from Illinois, and possible candidate for the 2012 GOP Presidential nomination is a volunteer, along with his wife at the Pork Producers Association pork tent at the Iowa State Fair today. This is Dr. and Mrs. Phillips sixth visit to the state within ten months.

According to several Iowans, Dr. Phillips seeks to lower state and federal taxes on corporations that return jobs to the U.S. from overseas, or create their numerical equivalents in new occupations for American workers. Currently, between Iowa's corporate tax rate and that of the federal government, businesses must pay 41.6 percent to government, highest of any state.

This excessive business taxation rate has given the U.S. the dubious distinction of being the world's leader in corporate taxes. According to Dr. Phillips high corporate taxes are a "jobs killer" that must be dealt with by the next President to improve the competitiveness of American business. Although various members of Congress have suggested a five or ten percent cut in federal taxes on companies, Dr. Phillips feels those reductions are too small to make a major difference to companies planning to relocate and bring jobs with them.

Phillips proposes "to restore the jobs for some 20 million jobless-underemployed workers. He believes the U.S. combined corporate tax rate must be cut to 5 or 10 percent." In the final analysis Dr. Phillips wants a new partnership between state and federal lawmakers to work toward the goal of significantly reducing the overall tax burden on companies in the U.S. and restoring up to 25 million new jobs in three years.

About Proclaiming American Greatness, it is a group promoting American values, freedoms and constitutional liberties, nationwide.

Iowa Presidential Caucuses, Will Someone Emerge from the Outside?

This past spring was a time for me to reflect on the rising tide of anti-incumbency among voters in America. In this ethos which seems in some respects to parallel French history "Let them eat cake," incumbents in Washington have done little to alleviate lost jobs, a sick economy and programs smacking of incompetence and wrong priorities. Several former candidates and some present office holders are into corruption, illicit affairs, and multiple marriages in some cases flourish the way the government wants us to get rid of our automobile clunkers.

Rich and ostentatious weddings are planned sparing no expense to afford a former first daughter the most lavish event in recent memory. Nero fiddles, the nation continues in a downward spiral, wars continue to consume our youth and the proverbial beat goes on. America can do much better than this, we are still the shining city on the hill if we resolve to make major changes. The article which follows was posted in the NY Times and The Iowa Republican this past spring. Will this dream become a reality in 2012?

Dr. Phillips wrote on 29 March, 2010, 9:04 The Iowa Republican
IOWA CAUCUSES 2012, WHO WILL BE THE GOP CANDIDATE?

There have always been surprises resulting from ranking and speculating about the person who will be a future Iowa caucus GOP presidential nominee. One would expect most of those names mentioned, would surface from a background of prior political service, becoming nominees in 2012. Yet, in recent weeks, in fact the last several years we have focused our attention on some leaders who were not only politically incompetent, but lived unethical, devious and dishonest lives. Former Senator John Edwards, Governor Mark Sanford, Senator Ingle, former Governor Blagojevich, and many others have awakened us to the fact that prior political service is no guarantee of fidelity, honesty, and ultimate representation of the American people. This election cycle I believe is witnessing an anti incumbency modality hitherto not seen in recent years.

Where should Iowans look for qualified, honest, caring, public servants? Obviously, the original founders looked among themselves for servants of the people. The original fifty-five framers of our Constitution included; shippers, farmers, investors, retirees, lawyers, one minister, a college administrator, and most founders were of good reputation. They were, “give me liberty or give me death” representatives of the people. Only nine of the fifty five actually worked for government compensation.

Where will Iowans find the candidate who will work as their servant, committed totally to creating jobs, reducing taxes, promoting a strong economy based on free enterprise, constitutional liberties and our form of government? Will this future nominee be faithful to both civil and solemn oaths (like marriage) and will the candidate’s children be an asset to American society? Will the nominee stand rock solid against radical leftists, lobbyists, special interest groups, rogue nations, terrorists and ultimately swear to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United State so help him God, if elected?

How will Iowa and the nation identify a true grassroots nominee of the people, who will serve for a dollar a year, in the tradition of the late John F. Kennedy? What will lead us to this future President living and teaching traditional values, protecting small business, corporate growth, creating up to twenty million new jobs at home? Will this person come to us through public relations imaging and photo opportunities? No, this servant will be identified while walking among the people of Iowa, stating personal convictions and listening to the advice and suggestions from Iowans and the American public.

This nominee when chosen president will give 24/7 to protect and proudly lead this great country. When elected this public servant will give the nation pride and vision once again, in its history, and achievements. This candidate of the people will stand boldly in the global assembly of nations and proudly extol American individualism and achievement. As president this individual will never apologize for America or bow a knee to other heads of state. This public servant will love and serve the nation exhibiting great force of will and personal compassion while unifying citizens in a common pursuit of excellence. The candidate chosen will first be identified in the schools, homes, churches, halls, neighborhoods and hearts of Iowans through their caucus process. That is how it will happen.

NY Times, May 8, Problem with Containment Dome in Gulf

Environment
May 8, 2010, 3:44 pm
Problem for Containment Dome in Gulf
By LIZ ROBBINS

Dr. Alan Phillips, Response

NO ADDITIONAL OFF SHORE DRILLING, WITHOUT STRICT ACCOUNTABILITY

The Gulf of Mexico, even after the initial dome fix effort, continues to bear mute testimony to a pathetic lack of corporate accountability when it comes to drilling for oil along some of the most valuable wildlife areas in the world. Whether viewed from the sea or air the value of the Gulf of Mexico and its ultimate destruction is simply too high a price to pay for unsupervised corporate drilling.

When sloppy drilling is added to the wildlife habitat along with some of the world's most beautiful beaches and their possible destruction from many months of pollution a perfect environmental storm is arising. We are now more aware of the BP governmental lobbying efforts and the dollars expended to obtain waivers from those genuine safe guards required to protect the environment. This lobbying campaign has resulted in a disgraceful series of horrible compromises allowing the Gulf to be threatened. We must say to politicians and agencies, never again will we permit any corporate lobbying to compromise the gulf's environment.

Many are explaining that BP will pay the price for the gigantic spill cleanup effort. In the arena of massive environmental deception and destruction dollars alone do not comprise a cogent or meaningful recovery plan. It is only government and volunteer resources that can provide the muscle and effort to stop a future cataclysm. We must demand of corporations planning to drill in the Gulf a detailed thoroughly documented corporate drilling plan.

Starting today, May 8, 2010, prior to any new deep water drilling in the Gulf of Mexico an extensive plan must be presented and reviewed by the EPA. This type of corporate plan can be fast tracked and checked for various provisions including drilling safety, well blow out protection, personnel, immediate plans for oil spill containment and recovery, as well as corporate reporting to the government, public. Any drilling plan must include a truth in telling provision which accommodates any realistic assessment of potential damage to the environment. We must make it clear to the companies concerned that we will no longer waive safety requirements for their lobbyists and dollars.

In addition to strict accountability for corporations it is necessary for the federal government to supervise drilling by other countries in the Gulf region. The idea that Russia, China, Vietnam and others are drilling in the Gulf of Mexico without state and federal supervision is at best alarming and at worst potentially disastrous. The Gulf of Mexico has far more value to our nation than strictly the oil held deeply beneath its waters.

This growing national tragedy serves as a wakeup call to each of us that without strong supervision and accountability accidents and spills will spoil and may well destroy the Gulf of Mexico's pristine resources. The seafood industry, tourism, and beauty of the area must not permit any additional poorly supervised deep water drilling. The nation can ill afford another of these massive uncontrolled oil spills. If there is to be drilling in the Gulf of Mexico, it must be strictly supervised and monitored by all entities concerned with the process or we will lose an aquatic gem which can never be replaced.

We as Americans have the will power to make absolutely certain that the Gulf is protected from shoddy drilling. Drill baby drill, will need to be tempered by chill baby chill, until we get to the bottom of this tragedy. We simply cannot afford to ignore the Gulf of Mexico.

Dr. Alan Phillips
Bloomington, IL

NY Times, Suspect Said to Train in Pakistan

Tuesday, May 4, 2010
N.Y. / Region
Bomb Suspect Said to Train in PakistanBack to Article »
By WILLIAM K. RASHBAUM, SABRINA TAVERNISE and JACK HEALY
Faisal Shahzad, 30, a U.S. citizen from Pakistan, faces charges including attempting to use weapons of mass destruction.

Dr. Alan Phillips, Response

THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR VICTORY IN THIS WAR

From the very moment the twin towers in New York City were attacked on 9/11 we have been at war. Our enemy has not given one inch in their determination to ultimately destroy the people of the United States. Our way of life, and continued support of the nation of Israel have literally guaranteed us an armed conflict that we can and must win. It is unrealistic when many in political leadership refuse to use the word terrorism. This is a type of denial which unfortunately will not make the jihadist problem disappear.

The planting of the bomb this week so close to Disney's presentation of the Lion King, clearly points to our enemies intent to kill and maim women and children. Apparently, the terrorist's opinion of the United States continues to focus on our weak political leadership, their lack of resolve and determination to do battle. The time is soon coming when we as a nation will need the very strongest leadership and determination to defeat this foe.

Enemy combatants conspiring and attempting to kill Americans are not entitled to constitutional rights, Frankly, war is not a matter for the justice department, our military are trained and superbly equipped to wage and win this battle. We have some of the finest military personnel and weaponry in the world. It's past time that we stop disarming, appeasing enemies and begin to use the military strength of the world's greatest democracy.

Since our most recent encounter with the terrorist trained in Pakistan it has been interesting to watch and listen to newscasts featuring talking heads afraid to admit to the truth, we are at war. War is tough and demands strict and often drastic measures. Who can fault President Kennedy for making it plain during the Cuban missile crisis that any missile launched from Cuba against the United States would be considered an attack by the Soviet Union on America demanding a full retaliatory response by our country on the Soviets.
The American people realize that we are at war with an enemy that wants to exterminate the United States and its people because of our way of life and continued support of the Jewish state. Changing terrorist's minds with soft words, threats of sanctions and appeasement will not impede their relentless attacks. Let the historical record show that it was the terrorists that brutally attacked this nation on 9/11. The only thing these butchers understand is a response that defeats them and achieves total victory. The use of the word "victory" seems as out of fashion with the same liberals that fail to use "terrorists" to describe the enemy we all face.

Appeasement and sanctions are in my opinion inviting more attacks against Americans, their towns and cities. The time for weakness and unilateral disarmament on the part of elected leaders is over and should be condemned by the American people. Are our leaders simply waiting for the day when terrorists having obtained a nuclear weapon will use it against New York, Chicago or Los Angeles?
We are at war, a conflict that we did not choose and presently our soldiers and citizens are in the cross hairs and we must support this effort as a nation. Total and complete victory must be our only goal, bold must be our actions, and strength must be our virtue in response to these barbaric terrorists. Their training camps are not sanctuaries, their lives are not sacrosanct and we must defeat them and rid our planet of the destruction they are pursuing. They must be obliterated and for that task we as a nation will require strong and uncompromising leadership. By God's grace and through divine strength we shall defeat this enemy.

May God bless America and give our nation strong leaders that have the will to be victorious over the enemy.

Dr. Alan Phillips
Bloomington, IL

Great to be in Iowa with a great farm family, the John Preussners, April 10, 2010

Being with John, Julie and their super kids, Will, Ellie, and Luke this week in Manchester-Dundee, Iowa was an honor. Julie is home schooling three of the finest young people Mary Beth and I have ever met. John and his family have been major Iowa farmers for years. Great family!