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Job-Seeking Beck Caller Encounters Flood of Support

During the final minutes of his morning radio program Tuesday, host Glenn Beck fielded a call from small business owner calling from San Diego, Calif., whose taken a big hits in life lately. The caller is just one of many struggling small business owners in America facing an uncertain future in an even more uncertain economy.

Gary, a fisherman and sport fishing entrepreneur (whose name was accidentally transcribed as “Jerry”), told Glenn his small business had taken serious hits in the past several months. “The walls are crashing in on me,” Gary said. “I’m holding on to the little bit that i have.” Like many Americans struggling to make ends meet these days, Gary said he doesn’t know where to turn for help.

“I‘m a man that’s never ever asked for anything, never put my hand out for anything in my life… At this point, I’ll wash dishes, clean toilets; I’ll do windows, sweep streets. I can’t find a job here in San Diego,” he said. “I don’t know where to turn… What do we do, Glenn?”

Glenn offered some personal advice for Gary to help him get through today’s tough times, including relying on his faith in God. He also encouraged the audience to be ready to help others in their time of need.

After Gary‘s email address went out over the airwaves to Glenn’s listeners, The Blaze circled back to see what kind of response Gary had gotten. He was happy to share his emotional experience with us.

“There are 90 emails that I will cherish for a lifetime,” Gary says. “The support has been overwhelming, the tears are still flowing.” Most of the responses Gary’s received have been from folks who could relate to his situation and have given him renewed resolve, he says. “It is not in my nature to quit and knowing there are so many great Americans struggling to make ends meet… In my heart I know somehow
this will all work out.”

And even though many Americans are feeling pressure on their pocketbooks, Gary says a number of people offered money, but he wouldn’t accept it. But joked that one offer — Christmas brownies baked by a listener in North Carolina — he might consider.

“This is not about me but about the millions of Americans who were not able to call and tell their story,” Gary says. “I will be glad to share my
story with America and what has been passed on to me in hope that those struggling like myself find the strength to carry on.”

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  • Dwight
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:22am

    Have to say I feel for the guy and have been tempted to call in myself but feared I’d sound too needy or whiny. I was laid off from a NASA contractor in Houston in December of 2008. (was notified right after the presidential election, coincidence?) To this day, I have yet to find work. Two years. My problem is I’m 41, under educated and over experienced having spent 18 years with that employer, starting from a warehouse inspector to working in mission control with nothing but a Associate’s Degree. Made “too much money” at one point to qualify for financial aid to go back to school but not enough to pay out of pocket. This past summer I lost both my house, and my cheating wife, and now have to pay child support for two boys I have joint custody of. I’m engaged to the true love of my life now and would be LOST without her and the Lord. If this all sounds made up, I assure you it’s not. I‘m now trying to be a freelance writer and have already landed a gig writing news stories for a local TV station about space issues and a former Apollo astronaut will be the ’talking head’ that reads them on air. I also write for my church’s magazine. My story, entitled “Count It All Joy”, can be found on page 4 of the following website link. (pdf format)

    http://www.sagemontchurch.org/learn/sagemont-life/SL2010-11.pdf

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  • New-American-Saviors
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:09am

    Semper Fi…Fed Up

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  • HumanDoing
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:05am

    You are most definately blessed Gary, what a great story :)

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  • Masamune
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:59am

    Was very moved by this story. It‘s people like Gary that give me renewed hope in America’s future. God bless the USA.

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  • Iamfedup
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:59am

    I will be in California for a few days during Christmas week, and emailed Glenn with my email address and offer of a short charter of this gentleman’s fishing boat. I want to take out the ashes of my dad, a hero Marine veteran of WWII, Korea, and Viet Nam. I don’t have much money, and there will be no presents in my family, but what little money I have I want to use to help this man out. I’ve been in his position, and I know how much kindness, with a maintenance of honor of the recipient, means.

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  • pattybbb1
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:58am

    Anyone get his email address? it wasn’t on the clip. Also, sounds like we might need a site that deals with this, a type of job leads in different areas, for those struggling financially. i don’t have a clue how to do that, maybe one of you computer geeks would? :)

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  • The Libertarian Atheist
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:48am

    Barney frank and his constant push/extortion to force fanny and freddie to issue loans to people who could not afford them (in exchange for their votes BTW) is DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE for the financial collapse of our Economy.

    WE WILL NOT TAKE THIS GARBAGE ANY MORE. the Democrats are OUT or on their way OUT. At the voting booth, or like 250 (or so) years ago, through REAL revolution, Americans WILL NOT tolerate any more socialist abuse. Marxism is DONE in America. don’t think so? just push us a little more and see what happens. Push again and draw back a stump.

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  • The Libertarian Atheist
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:47am

    Barney frank and his constant push/extortion to force fanny and freddie to issue loans to people who could not afford them (in exchange for their votes BTW) is DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE for the financial collapse of our Economy. He should be Hung on the white house lawn.

    WE WILL NOT TAKE THIS GARBAGE ANY MORE. the Democrats are OUT or on their way OUT. At the voting booth, or like 250 (or so) years ago, through REAL revolution, Americans WILL NOT tolerate any more socialist abuse. Marxism is DONE in America. don’t think so? just push us a little more and see what happens. go ahead.. push once more and draw back a stump.

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  • stix_n_stones
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:29am

    I run my own business my back is against the wall as well. no customers and advertising doesn’t work. what do you do?

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    • Cherished Emblems
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:37am

      Keep at it…you will get noticed. God Bless you and your efforts!

      http://www.cherishedemblems.com

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    • 338lapua
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:40pm

      Whenever I feel a downturn, I look at performing other services. If you retail, consider servicing what you sell. If you have seasonal slowdowns(as I do) I look at who is still working at that time. Figure out what they are doing and duplicate that. Look in the mirror, I am never doing everything perfectly right.I constantly ask myself how can I be the provider people will NOT part with. God gave me a brain to think, a body to do, a family to support, and a moral compass to keep me on the right track. Start there, just by asking for help I can tell you will be alright.

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  • Ronko
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:28am

    Glenn is awesome and he’s right a lot of us have to look into our hearts and our souls and ask us the question what can we do to help myself and others. I believe the answer to that question is God and the Point Of Reckoning or a bottom point. The Point Of Reckoning is basically you hit rock bottom you need to realize that you need to make changes in your life or you will die. Glenn is the perfect example of this in 1994 not to be rude or mean or to be blunt but Glenn was a bum. He was at the lowest point of his life his 1st wife left him, his addictions to Alcohol didn’t help him at all it was slowly killing him but Glenn had his Point Of Reckoning where he realized that he needed to change his life or he would die. Glenn accomplished that step by getting back with God and regaining his Sacred Honor. Now look at him 15 yrs later his net worth is around 20 Million and has one of the most successful news shows out there currently.

    I hope Gerrys story is Inspiration to other people where you aren’t alone and its not all over if you hit Rock Bottom. 10 yrs ago I hit Rock Bottom I attempted Suicide it wasn‘t pretty but I think by God’s own will I’m still alive.You can never lose your Sacred Honor the only way you lose it is by giving up but God will give it back to you when you realize the mistakes that you have made. I‘m still trying to get back my Sacred Honor one day I’ll get it back completely. Gerry my prayers are to you and to the other millions of people that are in Gerrys position remember never give up and God is always there and he will provide.

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  • lobster
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:16am

    These rocket scientists that run the country came up with the brilliant deduction that new housing starts are off 77% from 2006. Gee, I didn’t know housing starts had anything to do with the economy. POOPHEADS. If the starts are down 77% then construction workers employment are down 77%, but they are just small business men that don’t contribute anything to the economy.

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  • jmhammond
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:14am

    I enjoyed emailing Jerry this morning and let him know that he isn’t alone and that God will do great things in his life if he stays humble and relies on Him to get him through this. I know that Jerry will be blessed beyond measure from this as he already has. I went without work for 5 months and it wasn’t until I was humbled and turned to Heavenly Father for help did I understand and appreciate the blessings of work besides the pay. Only when we rid ourselves of the pride we have can we be ready for the Refiners Fire.

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  • Hill Country Patriot
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:04am

    What Obama doesn’t get is that this country is good at heart and charitable by nature. We need no one to direct or force us to do the right thing. The great thing about Americans is that we will always, selflessly and generously, help those who are TRULY IN NEED.

    WE ARE THE GREATEST NATION IN THE WORLD! Obama has no appreciation for that fact and has no understanding of American exceptionalism.

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    • squeaker
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:35am

      obambam does not care…. that‘s what people don’t seem to get… all this is intentional.

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    • TrueGrit
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 5:44am

      Never give in-Never give up!!!

      Together we all may have a chance at a renewed future American way.
      Nice Posts today.

      Thanks Folks.

      Wolverine

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  • David Foxfire
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:47pm

    Now THIS is the kind of Americana I’d like to be in. People helping people without Government getting in the way. We should be seeing more stories like this one. I’d also would like to tap into that kind of goodwill, not for handouts or job assistance, but as a customer base and readership. ( I hope I can share my URL here: http://foxfirestudios.net ) I’m trying to write novels for a living, and even have a series inspired by Glenn Beck’s 9-12 project. Do feel free to look it over. (And if you could buy a book from me, more power to us all.)

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  • termase
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:45pm

    Boy, I know how Gary feels. My business has taken a hit in a big way. Lost like 80-85% of my business because of the hard times for everyone (Computer Repair Business). It is hard to keep your head held high and not wanting a hand-out but only a hand-up. I pray to God but sometimes I do not think he is listening until I get hit with a does of him kicking me in the butt to get a move-on. God works in different ways and he has helped me allot. For that, I try to help my customers out as much as possible, free advice, free repairs, ect.. I just hope everyone in listening range heeds these words from Gary and myself. Keep yourself held high, believe in God and help those that need help.

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  • Video_messages
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:43pm

    It’s good to hear that people are trying to help Gary. The economy is tough for a large portion of our country. Two associates and I started a company this year (I know bad timing) and it’s a tough road for sure, but like Glenn says ya gotta keep the faith.

    America was made by dreamers and people willing to work for what they have. We all have to hang tough together… we’ll make it through to the other side!

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    • Video_messages
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:56pm

      I noticed some folks are leaving URLs so I hope you don’t mind me doing it as well: http://atomicgreetings.com let us know what ya think

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    • snowleopard3200 {mix art}
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:36am

      Looked at the sight for the cards; keep up the faith and good work as well. You have a great product, and keep going at it.

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    • ZaphodsPlanet
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:12am

      You’re not alone brother. I too couldn’t stop myself. I had two companies that I ended up shutting down for various reasons and went back to work FT 3 years ago. Now the you know what is hitting the fan with that company….. so maybe the third time will be the charm. I always hated the lack of stress knowing where my next paycheck was coming from anyway….LOL

      http://vaprz.com

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    • Video_messages
      Posted on December 3, 2010 at 2:08am

      Thanks SNOWLEOPARD3200 {MIX ART} and ZAPHODSPLANET – we all just need to “keep on keepin’ on.” The toughest part right now is that the bad economy has some companies not just holding on to their cash (instead of investing or trying to grow their business) but they’re squeezing suppliers for unreasonable terms or prices.

      Our company just lost a project bid because the prospect got some young kid to do a Flash-based email for a few hundred bucks instead of sending out the real Christmas cards with video messages that we proposed. Sorry for the griping… I just hate it when companies making millions in profits turn into super cheap so and so’s

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  • ascoolone
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:43pm

    Outstanding and God Bless America is all I Can say.

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  • I Believe In American Exceptionalism
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:38pm

    Have faith in God. Steel your resolve. Dig in your heels. Do everything you can to ensure that you don’t go down with the ship. Finish strong in 2010. Start strong in 2011. Americans entrepreneurs are self-reliant, innovative, focused, and find a way to succeed. You will too, Gary. God Bless.

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  • NickDeringer
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:36pm

    There has to be a way to turn this into a process that can help thousands of people. Maybe a job web site where people who really want to work can post resumes and people with jobs can find out about them. I know there are job web sites out there. I‘m thinking one geared to critical need situations like Gary’s where jobs may just be temporary.

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    • tierrah
      Posted on December 3, 2010 at 6:34am

      Does anyone remember the movie “Meet John Doe” starring Gary Cooper? This episode reminded me of that movie, sort of a preclude to pay it forward.

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  • LDSPATRIOTFAM
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:34pm

    Sadly these types of encouraging stories will fall on deaf ears amongst the beck-haters.

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  • American_Woman
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:26pm

    I listened to Gary this morning. I‘m so happy he’s found help. I need a job too! I am a professional business manager with a love for marketing in the St. Paul, Minnesota area. I am willing to relocate. I have worked in a church for nearly six years as “Administrative & Facility Coordinator”. Please email me at TeaPartyTami@gmail.com with any job leads. Thanks!

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    • thepatriotdave
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:33pm

      My suggestion to you would be to search for a position just like you had for 6 years, but focus your search in the south. At least down here the Churches are growing. Good luck and God Bless!

      PatriotShops.com

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    • American_Woman
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:39pm

      Good advice. I really want to be where it’s warmer!

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    • snowleopard3200 {mix art}
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:35am

      You might want to consider AZ as well; some churches are expanding. If you can survive the summers here, you can survive and thrive anywhere.

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  • LadyIzShy
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:25pm

    America shows her heart again.. God Bless you gary and God bless America

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    • angrymob
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:56pm

      It reaffirms our faith in the good ole USA! :))))

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  • chickenlittle
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:20pm

    I understand about what this guy is going through as I‘m sure most of us that don’t work for the government do, but what about the other millions of us that aren’t as lucky to get our calls fielded on a national show? Just keep pluggin’, I guess. Obummuer sure doesn’t care.

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    • Kaen
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:37pm

      easy now…not ALL government employees are bad. Our Armed forces are government employees…Our Border Patrol Agents striving everyday to do a job that the government itself doesn’t want them to do are government employees, the CIA, FBI, and ATF are government employees that are working against the political branches of government to keep us safe from terrorists and fight the war on drugs are government employees. It is the politicized, criminal elements of our government that are bad and yes, there is a distinction.

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    • CatB
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:43pm

      You never know where the next job might be … talk to people it is the best way. I got a lead on a job from someone I was doing business with this week … hope it pans out but if not I won’t give up. Don’t be too proud to let people know you are looking for work .. word of mouth and positive thinking are powerful … don’t let negative people get you down.

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    • chickenlittle
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:02am

      @ Kaen… Oh, I understand all that. I’m not trying to offend anybody who works in a public service position or especially the military, but, and I have yet to see an unemployment percentage published that showed a breakdown between public and private sector job losses. Wanna bet the private sector is bearing the extreme brunt of the joblessness?

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    • Kaen
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:48am

      @Chicken…I understand…just wanted to remind people that there are some good government employees out there…there has been a tremendous amount of government employee bashing lately and we all need to remember that, there are those out there that are doing good…and within the constitutional authority of the federal government to secure our safety and freedom…well, trying anyway, if the politicians would just get the hell out of their way and let them do their jobs.

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  • snowleopard3200 {mix art}
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:18pm

    I heard this man talking, and am glad true Americans are willing to extend the help to one another. He did not want to quit, and on the call seemed bothered that he needed to ask for help – a hand up, not a hand out.

    Thank you America for such a caring response.

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    • thepatriotdave
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:29pm

      Snow,

      Look at our posting times and our comments about hand-outs. It seems that great minds think alike.

      PatriotShops.com

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    • pamela kay
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:12am

      I just checked out your web site. I enjoyed it very much. Again I agree with your comments. This man is a true American. It makes me very proud to know that we have so many hard working people in this country that hang in there in spite of the state our economy is in. God bless this man and all the others like him. We have a rough road ahead but our faith and devotion to our country and our fellow man will see us through.We are of all walks of life yet our common bond sees no boundaries. God Bless America and all who strive to save her.

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  • thepatriotdave
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:18pm

    God Bless the USA and all of those good people just like Gary.

    I love this great country more than I can even express, and only here in the USA can a little guy reach out and find the hand-up he needs, not the hand-out he doesn’t need.

    PatriotShops.com

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    • TruthTalker
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:30pm

      I love the fact that he refused the hand outs and is just wanting a hand up. He wants to pull his own weight if allowed. This flies in the face of what the democrats want, they want you to take the hand out, just like a drug dealer gives you the first few freebies and then owns you.

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    • HEARDENOUGHCRAP
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:44pm

      TruthTalker – I had never thought of it that way! Handouts ARE like DRUGS. The more they get…..the more they want. What satisfied yesterday…..isn’t enough today!!! I see it all too often on my job. Generations on TANF. It’s beyond me how the gov can call it Temporary Assistance for Needy Families……TANF. There is NOTHING TEMPORARY about it. Meanwhile, there are people like Gary who take pride in making their own way. If you have ever looked at a TANF family, there is no pride either in appearance, or demeanor.

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    • NickDeringer
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:45pm

      If America is restored it will because of people like Gary. I hope we can all be as determined as he is. I hope there are still enough Garys left to make a difference.

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    • TruthTalker
      Posted on December 1, 2010 at 11:58pm

      @HEARDENOUGHCRAP
      Glad you see what I mean. It breeds generations of the same habits and deteriorates our society. Generation after generation of needy people, because we have compation. We got to recognize what they are doing to the whole society.

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    • snowleopard3200 {mix art}
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:17am

      @The PatriotDave

      Indeed, we do seem to have thought along the same path at the same time.

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    • snowleopard3200 {mix art}
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:24am

      The posts tonight show why I love America as the greatest land ever; the salvation of the country will be from God, through the actions of the people – both individually and together in groups helping those in need of a hand up. For a long time many of us have felt like a single voice calling and crying alone in the night; no more, the tides will turn fully, as long as we keep fighting one step at a time.

      It is the people of America who are her Honor, her Integrity, and Her Dream Fulfilled.

      It will only go away if we choose to let it.

      Also as far as I am concerned, if the Blaze managers allow the links to be posted fine; several of the Blazers have visited my online gallery (for viewing only, i do not sell, love to have people look at them) and thank you for that. I know my cat-folk gallery is different to most, yet I love the freedom of expression all of us can share.

      http://www.artinphoenix.com/gallery/grimm

      Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}  
    • HKS
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:35am

      @truthtalker
      Handouts are going to be the toughest part of restoring a work ethic back into this country. Work ethic is what built everything, the sacrifice’s that were made to evolve all the process that have been given away over the past twenty years represents most of out history. Everything everyone has poured into this nation has been neutralized. We are pretty much in a rebuilding position as everything has to be developed all over again. This redevelopment will have to be in new fields and we are going to desperately need entrepreneurs to get it done and they are the ones most under attack, yes we have a lot of work to do and people like Gary will be the keys.

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    • Cherished Emblems
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 12:35am

      You’re right! God Bless him and his willingness to help himself. It’s the ability to make your own way in this country that makes it so great!

      http://www.cherishedemblems.com

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    • DrewA72
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:15am

      Its against my better judgment to do this but with the outpouring of support Gary got I’m wondering if my fellow Beck fans may help me out as well?

      There are many out there like Gary and me, who paid our dues, earned a legit degree (from a school that doesn’t advertise on TV, yea I actually sat in 300 person lecture halls) possess 15+yrs in business-to-business outside sales, inside sales, account management and product development (tangible/intangible products; prototype to final product resulting to actual sales) and management experience that can’t get work. This economic downturn has been devastating to say the least (use your imagination) I’ve tried all angles to find work (friends or friends, Alumni Services, Career Dept from my former university etc even the company my father worked for) only to hit dead ends. These dead ends result in an employment gap which is now used against me.

      If you are looking for an innovative, entrepreneurial out of the box thinker that can use my unique skill-set in business development, operations/ administration and/ or new product development in So CA (I know I know whats a conservative patriot doing in the land of fruits and nuts) drop me a line.

      A.Avilla@yahoo.com

      My LinkedIn profile http://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewavilla

      Thanks!

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    • ConservativeSteve
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:21am

      Dave – Buddy I am with you. I am blinking back tears not because of Jerry’s situation but that he has reminded me again of what Americans are made of!

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    • @leftfighter
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:24am

      Good for him!

      I couldn’t help him, but I emailed him with some cheerful words of support.

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    • Huckabee Gingrich 12
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 3:40am

      This guy is too much. He calls Beck on air to basically tell the world how great he is, and that he’s willing to do anything, and he’s such a good Catholic, and blah, blah, blah…

      I‘m assuming by the vid clip and the article’s use of the euphemism “fisherman and sport fishing entrepreneur” that Gary is a sea fishing guide. Cry me a river! Gary has made his living PLAYING on a boat. Well, that‘s fine if you’re on the fishing channel, but in real life, not a large percentage of the population is going to spend their hard earned money on canned fishing trips.

      Gary, maybe it’s time to either lower your price and your overhead (that‘s why I’m still in business) or sell the boat, rethink your future, and listen to Beck on—GASP!!!—KFMB. It’s free. Here’s something else, Gary: you can listen to Beck every weeknight at 5pm Pacific (and O’Reilly at 6) on FoxNewsRadio.com (sorry, no chalkboard). You dont need cable, and you probably already have BB internet. If you don’t, you should get the cheapest one you can find, because you can print enough grocery coupons every month to more than pay for it (my wife is a genius), but I digress.

      Gary, I don‘t buy that you can’t find any work. I don’t buy that the economy is as bad as some people say it is. I‘m not saying it’s great, but, where I live, there’s guys all over town in brand new trucks, with $3000 worth of graphics painted on the side, MOWING PEOPLE’S LAWNS for a living, and they seemed to be going gangbusters all summer. Gary, it’s all about price. I guarantee you there’s somebody in your town that needs a hole dug or deck repaired. You just have to be willing to do the job well, and cheap. I just looked on the San Diego Craigslist. There were 20 job postings TODAY just for general labor. Another 16 for skilled tradesmen. There’s work out there. You’re 55 now, Gary. It’s time to grow up and get a big-boy job.

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    • grandmaof5
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 4:48am

      “Reach out and touch someone”. It is amazing the inspiration Glenn gives people on a daily basis. If you don’t have faith, in today’s economic climate, life can really get you down. Hopefully someone in San Diego was listening and Gary will soon be working and able to get back on his feet. Times are definitely tough for us, as small business owners, but the prayers going out and the faith we must have will see us through. God bless.

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    • Oh, God!
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 7:40am

      @ TRUTHTALKER
      Very well said.

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    • ishka4me
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 8:52am

      not quite the Dan’s bake sale moment, but it seems that the call was directed and not authentic

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    • independentvoteril
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 9:00am

      this guy lives in San Diego? It’s rough there.. my sister in law lives out there there are many good people.. one blessing he has he doesn’t live in LA .. I often wonder how conservative people live in states like CA.. OH what am I talking out I live in IL .. CA’s sister state.. LOL.. May this man be blessed with friends and family all gathering for the holidays and may the Lord Bless him with what he needs..

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    • Miguelito
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 10:26am

      ASK AND YOU SHALL RECEIVE! Is it in the BIBLE?

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    • FedUP
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 11:02am

      @Huckabee Gingrich 12- Your comments were despicable. The economy is different all over the country. I know because I have lived in 3 states since April of this year so I have had a chance to sample different ones. My husband lost his job of 11 years in Dec 08′. We had a house in Colorado that we practically had to give away. We lived off his 401K for 6 months until he could get another job, which unfortunately put him in a different state while our three kids and I stayed in CO. My husband and I both have degrees and although he has found employment, I have not been able to find anything except seasonal retail work. My husband’s job took us to Washington state where the economy has not been hit so bad, but the housing market never fell like the rest of the country. Simple houses (1500-2000 sq ft) were going for 400-500K. Rent on Apartments and houses were 1500 to well over 2000 a month and if you have kids or pets, the rent is even more. We lived in our RV for 6-months. Five people and three pets in a 24 ft travel trailer. Now we are in California for a year while my husband trains for his new position. Then we move onto Arizona where hopefully we will be there permanently. The West has been hit really hard by the economy. I was astounded at how many people were homeless in Washington. Every street corner!

      My point is you can’t make a blanket statement about the economy and that you can get work if you want to. That is BS and if you really believe that then you are in denial of how bad this situation is. One out of every ten people in this country is out of work- and you really think that ALL of them could find work if they wanted to? Here in California it is a lot worse- unemployment is almost at 13%. How many homeowners out here do you think are looking to have their lawn mowed, bushes trimmed, etc.? During a recession people will do these things themselves, not pay someone else to do it. As for craigslist goes- really? 70% of the jobs you found are probably not even legit. Craigslist is not a viable tool for looking for employment- that is a fact. So, I do not know where you live, and perhaps the economy has not been hit as hard there as in other parts of the country. But, you should not be so hard on people and judge them as if you know them or their situation. This recession and poor economy is not a myth- stop acting like it is.

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    • Bluebonnet
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 11:14am

      I don’t mean to be hard-hearted, but I hear so many stories about people who do make a life of handouts that I don’t know who really needs help. My mom worked 3 jobs often to keep scraps of food on the table and times we lived in a boxed off area at top of stairs, lived in one room and shared kitchen. Yeah, this was years ago, but we survived and no one gave us anything. Today everyone wants welfare, refuse to work until their unemployment runs out, etc. Some guy stand on same corner everyday all day long with a sign for help. I say, why doesn’t he offer to sweep off walks,
      rake leaves, shovel snow, anything to help himself? Standing all day would break your back but if he were offered a job he‘d probably complain that he can’t because of his back. Help those who really, really need help. We have many soup kitchens and places to crash for the night, so???

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    • Bronco II
      Posted on December 2, 2010 at 1:29pm

      GOD BLESS HIM and the best advice you gave Glenn was look to GOD first and foremost.I do and I work two jobs off and on I‘m not permanent but they always call when GOD knows it’s time and has provided for me and getting out of debt and able to put some emergency money aside but the most important thing I do first when I get paid is I Tithe and then after bills are paid I donate when I can to help others.I believe when GOD BLESSES me he expects me to BLESS OTHERS and I do it because I love to and it does my heart good even if it’s a dollor or five he can make it grow.I pray everyday for those who are struggling that GOD would touch thier lives.I have nothing to complain about he BLESSES me each and everyday not with money but with such peace of mind and love.I study his word everyday because everyday in his word is a great day because he is the LIVING GOD.I dwell with him and he dwells with me always.We have such a BLESSED NATION OF PEOPLE I’m proud to be an AMERICAN who lives in the GREATEST NATION ON GODS GREEN EARTH.

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