So the U. S. Postal Service says it could go bankrupt. Sure e-mail has certainly changed the way we communicate and people just aren't mailing letters like they used to. But consider FedEX and UPS, private enterprise that has made a business out of delivering hard goods.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
The Postal Service; More Government Run Amuck!
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Labels: Bureaucracy, Government Waste, Post Office
Monday, March 2, 2009
The Rest Of The Story
He would greet us with the trademark "Hello Americans..... Staaaannnd by for News!!" When broadcast legend Paul Harvey past away this weekend, so too did a radio era. He was the last of a generation of journalists who had that unique ability to paint a picture in the minds eye with nothing but carefully crafted words and a technique that set Harvey apart from the rest, the masterful use of the inflection, the intonation, the.... pause. No one in broadcasting could wrap his arms around a story like Paul Harvey.
Posted by Jeff Whitaker at Monday, March 02, 2009 0 comments
Labels: Christianity, Faith, Inspiration, Journalism, Patriotism, Paul Harvey, radio
Monday, February 16, 2009
It Got Me Thinking
I stumbled across a video on You Tube this morning that caused me to turn a little introspective I suppose. The majority of the piece is made up of photographs of what we can only imagine to be family members through the years, exteriors of homes, landscapes and such. But what it brought to my mind is how brief life really is and if we are not careful, it will pass us by and we won't even realize the moments we missed. Each of us has been given one life; no dress rehearsal. This is the real deal and I don't know about you but I want to drink it in to its fullest with no regrets.
Posted by Jeff Whitaker at Monday, February 16, 2009 0 comments
Labels: Christianity, death, Family, Inspiration, Motivational, Personal
Friday, February 13, 2009
Make The Call
As I urged on my radio show audience today, contact your Senators and Congressman and express your thoughts on the stimulus package. Although we in New Jersey already know how our representatives intend to vote, we still need to let them know how we feel about that vote.
Posted by Jeff Whitaker at Friday, February 13, 2009 0 comments
Labels: Politics
Thursday, February 5, 2009
The Little Lamb
I'm awaken at 4 this morning by the soft whisper and warm breath of my 3 1/2 year old. I'm startled at first as I opened my eyes to this little person, concerned look on her face, standing before me in her soft, polka dot sleeper. "I can't find my lamb Daddy." "Let's go look. I'll find it for you," as I stumbled out of bed and followed down the hall.
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Labels: Christianity, Faith, Family, Inspiration
Thursday, January 22, 2009
His Priorities Scare Me
Did you read in The Times of London ; out of all the pressing issues on the desk of the new President, when he could have reached out to anyone during the opening hours of his first full day in office, we learn that the very first "world leader" Barack Obama apparently called was Palestinian President Abbas. Are you serious? I'm telling you, as I said over and over during the campaign, there is a lot of truth to the old saying, You are known by the company you keep. When this guy is the first "leader" you reach out to, I say watch out!
Posted by Jeff Whitaker at Thursday, January 22, 2009 0 comments
Labels: Liberalism, Obama, Politics
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
I Am Inspired!
I'm inspired this morning! Not by a new President, but by what he represents. And it's not what you think. I'm not talking about the politics of it all. For the most part, I don't agree with the policies of this administration (although I want to give him a chance). I'm talking about something different. When I woke this morning, I couldn't help but imagine what Mr Obama was thinking as his feet hit the floor for the first time in the White House; as he watched the brilliant sun rise out his window. He walks down the hall. "Good Morning, Mr. President." "How are feeling this morning, Mr. President". He opens the door to the oval office and for the first time, sits behind the desk. Wow! "Here we go", he must think. He is off and running.
Posted by Jeff Whitaker at Wednesday, January 21, 2009 0 comments
Labels: Culture, Faith, Inspiration, Motivational, Obama, The Jeff Whitaker Show
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Tonights Show
One of my guests tonight from 6 -7 over WOND 1400 AM, Former Palestinian terrorist Walid Shoebat. Check it out over the air on on the web at www.jeffwhitaker.com
Posted by Jeff Whitaker at Wednesday, September 17, 2008 0 comments
Labels: radio, Terrorism, The Jeff Whitaker Show
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Let's Never Forget - Say A Prayer Today
This morning at 8:45 as I sat in the parking lot of a convenience story, I looked around me and saw people walking in and out, checking out at the counter, getting gasoline for their cars, most I'm sure not giving a second thought as to the significance of the moment. At that very minute 7 years ago, the first airplane crashed into the World Trade Center setting off a series of events that day which would forever alter our world and how we see it. As painful as it is (for family and friends of victims especially), we need to see that video again and again of what took place on that day. We should never forget or allow anyone else to forget or minimize the attack that occurred not only on this country, but freedom loving people everywhere. Thank God we have not seen another day like that since September 11, 2001, but that does not mean there are not evil, terrible monster still out there who wish us harm. We must remain vigilant, not let down our guard and be willing to stand up and fight for what is good and decent.
Posted by Jeff Whitaker at Thursday, September 11, 2008 1 comments
Labels: 9/11, Christianity, Faith, Family, Inspiration, Patriotism, War
Friday, August 29, 2008
Palin Pick - Smart Move
John McCain's choice for the VP spot on the GOP ticket is a very smart move. Sarah Palin, the current governor of Alaska solidifies the still wavering Conservative base, she comes from a state with a first hand interest in and the means to help solve the energy challenge, she's articulate and she totally negates the Joe Biden Democratic VP choice. Biden, who was chosen for among other reasons his pit bull, attack dog style simply can not use this style when debating Palin. It won't work. He'll come off like a grumpy old man lashing out at a woman. There are a myriad of other reasons why Palin is a smart choice. She is as far from a Washington insider as you can get, she was 8 years old when Joe Biden first entered Washington (so much for Obama moving in a fresh new direction) and in her short tenure as Alaska's Chief Executive Officer, Sarah Palin has a track record of taking on big government and saving taxpayer dollars. Sure, she doesn't have a deep resume but neither does Obama. And then there is the Hillary factor. I'm sure the McCain campaign is banking on disenfranchised women voters to make the jump out of their frustration with Barrack Obama. It is going to be an amazing race for the White House. The Jeff Whitaker Show will be on top of the daily discussion Monday through Thursday nights at 6 on WOND. See you on the radio next week with coverage of the Republican National Convention. We'll be running a best of show Monday (Labor Day) and then back life and ready to go Tuesday night at 6. Spread the word for the best election talk in town.
Posted by Jeff Whitaker at Friday, August 29, 2008 1 comments
Labels: Politics, Presidential Race, Republicans