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Update: Veterans Protest For ‘God’ At Houston V.A. Cemetery
- Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:02am by
Mike Opelka
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Last week The Blaze reported on the alleged attack on free speech by Arleen Ocascio, the Houston-based director of the local Veteran’s Administration cemetery accused of censoring “God” and “Jesus.” Since that initial report, calls for Ms. Ocascio’s dismissal or resignation have increased in volume and number. Yesterday, hundreds gathered at that same Houston cemetery to honor America’s war dead, while protesting the actions of the cemetery’s director.
Blaze affiliate KTRH News Talk 740 was on the scene and filed this video report:
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Comments (152)
nomercy63
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:20amI am Jewish, and there have been Jews as part of America since before the founding of the country. I fully support anyones last wish to find peace after they pass!!!!!
Report Post »rightwingheroes
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:17amWhen the stuff hits the fan in America, and it will, anybody who identifies with the God-less, Leftist Liberal sect of this country will be in trouble. Big trouble, and yes, that is a promise.
Report Post »AU Patriot
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:15amWay to go Christians! Way to go Texans! Love seeing people stand up for God!
Report Post »Aaron in Polk County
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:13amActually, my Polk County status is a joke “Tribute” to James K. Polk Tuesday. And if you don’t know what that is, your not suppose to know.
Judging my intellectual capability based on my location is very absurd.
I never called you religious people dumb. Nope. Just brainwashed. Smart people can be brainwashed, too.
And I am not a mission to convert or “save” anyone. I just find stories like this comical. If you really believed God is all powerful, you would not need “rallies” like this. If God disapproved of this lady’s actions, he would do something about it. But he doesn’t… do you want to know why? Because God only exist in your IMAGINATION. He is your imaginary friend.
Report Post »dizzyinthedark
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:23amAaron,
God did do something about this, his power lies within us. It is up to us to use it. Our choice. It is about time we stood up and allowed God’s power to shine through. It is clear your choice is to not use it or deny it rather.
Report Post »usmc1063
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:12amIt’s time America. It’s time to let God back into our lives. It’s time to grow strong within our Faith for the sake of our children, families and nation. Because the Lord will lead us out of the darkness and into his light. Awake, Arise, and Pray America.
Report Post »Dudley Do-Right
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:02am@AARON
When that flood gets here, I hope your life vest is flame retardant! There’s going to be a sea alright, but it ain’t going to be water.
Report Post »Bushie
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:01amMy prayers are with you.
Report Post »trodriguez4281
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:55am@ Aaron in Polk County
We in Florida all know that POLK county means People Of Lesser Knowledge….you have proven that to be true!
Report Post »unlfan03
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:53amPolicy reflects on leadership that is all I am saying. The call for this woman’s resignation is valid and probably a good starting point, we have to keep in mind that this problem could very well be initiated from further up the food chain. Such as at the very top of the food chain, say the administration. My Veteran’s Administration source saw the initial post and just rolled his eyes and said “took them (the conservative media) long enough (to figure this out).” I say that the Blaze reporters need to dig deeper, check into other cemeteries and expose this corruption if indeed this is an administration down policy or if it is just being allowed to grow bigger due to this administration’s ideals and worldviews.
Report Post »teddrunk
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:53amMatthew 18:20 For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
Report Post »trooper
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:53amSo let me get this straight, we the people are suposed to give up worshiping our Christain god or Jesus, so the muslimes can build thier cult centers and spread thier hatred throughtout the united states? Who in thier right mind would want to do something like that, oh ya, progressive liberals.
Report Post »BehindBlueEyes
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:47amFire the progressive idiot. Now its time to get rid of the rest of them. Vote this insidious administration out before its too late.
Report Post »trinkletta
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:45amI am really proud and grateful in this day and age that all these people are willing to face being dispised simply for campaigning for God. He’s the only one worth really campaigning for, and when I vote, I will make sure I will not vote for any candidate that will not put God as one if not the top priority in their life.
Report Post »bikerr
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:42am@Aaron in Polk County—You could not be more WRONG in your take on this story.In other words you could not come up with a more stupid ill informed take on it.
Report Post »cstinem
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:56amBikerr, you are wasting your time on Polk, he loves to come in a tweek and then run to the next article and do the same. I have seen him many times and every one of his posts is almost always the same, a liberal viewpoint that’s always wrong with no common sense or knowledge about what he is talking about. Best thing is just to ignor him.
Report Post »bikerr
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:39am@cstinem—Your probably right. But It’s kinda fun responding ,Kinda like shooting fish in a barrel.
Report Post »JustPeachy
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:41amWell said, 50BMG. She also has no right to prohibit FREE SPEECH! Usage of the names “God” and “Jesus” seem to be OK when used in profanity, but not in prayer?!?
Give me a break!
Heh! And I agree. God can defend Himself–but He expects His children to be brave and courageous–to contend for their faith–and to stand up for it! And that is JUST what these people–in AMERICA–where it is still very much permitted to do so!
So to you there in Virginia–keep the faith! Keep strong! I’m proud of you and I am sure God is also pleased. :-)
Report Post »Baltotrav
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 10:05am@justpeachy
Good point about it being OK to use Jesus and God in profanity. Never thought about that before. :)
Report Post »commonsenseguy
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:26amthank god,we still have great people who still believe in god,family and freedom, we need more to take a stand against these anti god,anti freedom,anti anything idiots,it only takes one to cause trouble,but hundreds to fight back,please take a stand before it is to late,yesterday in my little community we celebrated our independence with a pray and a parade and a bar b que we may only have 200 people here,yet for over 50 years we have always celebrated our freedom and thanked the men and women who have died or shed blood for this great country and will continue this great day the same way for years to come,no matter who has a problem with it. so please,don’t back down from these left wing freedom hating,anti american morons, we must return our great country back to a country of morals and values, thank you all for standing up for what we believe in,god,family and country.
Report Post »BuckleUpAmerica
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:26amStand Up Christians! Let’s Put God 1st in everything! Hold your light up high! It’s not too late
Report Post »to turn back to Christ!
Marylou7
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:22amIt’s time for people to stand up against the injustices being thrust upon by the progressive party.
Report Post »dizzyinthedark
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:15amWell it is about time we stood loud and proud for God/Jesus and for our country–someone has to do it because I don’t see Congress doing jacksquat! Keep it up everyone, move forward, head down, educate each other along the way. God willing we still own our land in the end and not the UN! Pray! Kick them out!
Report Post »beebacksoon
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:15amGOD Bless America! Everyone, not just Christians, should be speaking out loud and clear against anyone trying to squelch Free Speech in America!
Report Post »stablepar
Posted on July 7, 2011 at 1:56amyep
Report Post »Aaron in Polk County
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:14amAre you kidding me? I think God is a Big Boy now and can handle his own affairs.
This is like taking a collection for Bill Gates. It’s pointless. God has all the power he needs (according to you brainwashed people). Maybe he will just come down and flood the Earth again.
I wouldn’t be surprised to see Glenn sponsoring Gold Line, Food Insurance and Arks soon.
Report Post »NWalters78
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:19amAaron, you keep mocking all you want, it’s your right. However, you’re dead wrong. You sound like that sneering VA Lady, a know it all liberal twit.
Report Post »50BMG
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:31am@AARON IN POLK COUNTY
God can handle his own affairs, true. But obviously Ms Ocascio is confusing herself with God. She doesn’t have the right – Constitutionally or divinely – to prohibit the free exercise of religion. Nor do you.
Report Post »kickagrandma
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:38am@50BMG ~~~ Thank you. I appreciate your reply! GOD BLESS.
Report Post »palrider1
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 11:15amDitto!
Report Post »RoBoTech
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:37amAaron in Punk City
Report Post »You, Sir, are one stupid individual.
bikerr
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:43amTsk,Tsk,Tsk.
Report Post »jtm
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:52amKiss our collective asses, loser.
Report Post »marklabelle
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 9:58amAaron, your a sad little human, but we still love you anyway
Report Post »Innvertigo
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 10:15am@Aaron in Polk County You are a nitwit. Why is it that Aethiests always feel that they are smarter and more enlightened than those that surround them? You are a predictable, bitter person. If you don’t believe in God then fine but it seems people like you will not be happy until the whole world thinks exactly like you. Choosing to believe in God is our choice, believing in nothing is your choice. You are worse that the people you hate.
Report Post »SidneyDave
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 10:37amAnd if a Christian, Jew, or Muslim was head of the cemetery and said you must have a religious service, you would be all right with that?
Report Post »Gamaliel
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 11:44amAaron in Polk County – Pride goes before a fall. God will not be mocked. Speaking here from experience, I used to be just like you!
Report Post »Pattondog
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 12:18pmyour point is pointless.
Report Post »dontbotherme
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 1:25pmAARON: You attack God, not Christians. You mock God, not His people. Beware for your soul. You are satan’s minion.
Report Post »Jim in Houston
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 1:39pmGo back to Huff & Puff jackass.
Report Post »mdlwoods
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 2:53pmAaron in Polk County, it must be horrible to go through life with such hate in your heart for some of your fellow man, and with no hope in your heart for a life after this one. As a Christian, I try my best to live as Christ taught. I try not to harbor hate for anyone (boy, that gets really hard and takes a lot of prayer when it comes to what Obama is doing to this country), and I try not to make fun of others who are different or believe different from me. Therefore, I will pray for you even though you obviously hold disdain for Christians and love to poke fun at God, Jesus and Christians. Remember: I would much rather believe and be wrong, than to not believe and be wrong! If you have any decency in you, I pray that you will refrain from making fun of other people’s religion and I will try really hard not to make fun of your idiocy!
Report Post »G3L
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 11:14pmNow, I know what Polk stands for PEOPLE OF LITTLE KNOWLEDGE!
Report Post »Rickfromillinois
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:13amI am surprised that she is still the director of the cemetery. What “Ms Political Correctness Liberal” seems to forget is that the funeral services there are to honor the deceased. If that individual has expressed a desire or his family desire a religious ceremony then their wishes should be honored. For her to demand that all funeral services be pre-approved by her office is a disgrace. By the way, if you look at the headstones of the graves the majority of them have Crosses on them. Someone should inform her that the cross is not there as a “X marks the spot” decal.
Report Post »SpankDaMonkey
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:13am.
Report Post »It’s Houston! Progressive, Democratic with a Gay Mayor so of course you can’t say God. C’mon people get with the program Rick Perry runs this place……….
angelcat
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:57amRick Perry does NOT run Houston and is often at odds with the progressive mayor. Do you actually live in Texas?
Report Post »wiseworks
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 9:16amNot to be too critical (I really do get your point), but words do mean things, I am well aware that our Mayor is gay (she is at the pinnacle of her career), but she is also a God-cursed Sodomite which really means that she has nothing to be gay about at all. As far as this city being progressive, your right, the most part are progressing down the highway to Hell, hence the overwhelming abundance of liars, sorry lawyers, sorry again, liars that profit from the populace here. Perhaps now Ocasio will be able to put some of her money into that end of the economy.
Report Post »ConservativeAndProud
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 9:31amWell, obviously you don’t live in Houston or you would realize that the metro area is very conservative. It’s only the inner city that gets to vote for the Mayor that is liberal. And Rick Perry, for all his faults, is NOT against God or religion.
Report Post »azsmitty
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 9:50amSorry but Rick Perry is not a dictator, he cannot mandate what officials in Houston, Austin or Dallas the Islands of Blue in a very Red state. It is up to those who have been silent and not participated in the local political scene to become active and vocal like this group. It is only when the real “Majority” of America awakens to the missdeeds of progressive liberals that we see change occur. Light turned upon roaches sends them scurrying back into their dark corners. Keep the light on.
Report Post »Comm Marine
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 11:53amWhat happened in Houston V.A occurred because of Dem. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, not Gov. Perry. Seek knowledege or remain silent
Report Post »Supercalafragalisticexpialidotious
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 12:09pmCan‘t say I’m a huge fan of Perry (did he have to alter his accent to make it more cliche Texan? I’m from Texas, and the way you’re…pushing, to emphasize the drawl, it sounds fake! Just sound like you! You have enough of an accent already, without falsely emphasizing it. If he won the nomination, just wait- bam, the accent will lessen for the national arena. >_<)
But I don't know what all this stuff about Houston has to do with anything. Perry beat White last election, who was from Houston, and a democrat. Perry's the governor of Texas, not Houston. O_o
Report Post »Look4DBigPicture
Posted on July 7, 2011 at 8:38pm@SpankDaMonkey… The majority of “Houston” Conservatives live in family-oriented suburbs outside of Houston City Limits and are not zoned to vote in Houston elections. As with most urban areas, there is a higher population of gays and less educated minorities who tend to vote for Democrats. Most attendees at the veterans protest were from the suburbs or surrounding Conservative towns.
Report Post »WILLIAM E.
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:11am“We The People” are getting tired of “The Tail Wagging The Dog”.
Report Post »Independent American
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 12:39pmActually it’s not “the tail wagging the dog,” it’s that small puckered part found beneath the tail!!!
Report Post »ICEDRAGONNITE
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 4:50pmHit back.treason
Report Post »· Violation of allegiance toward one’s country or sovereign, especially the betrayal of one’s country by waging war against it or by consciously and purposely acting to aid its enemies.
· A betrayal of trust or confidence. Demand congress gets on this; If not Malfeasance; the performance by a public official of an act that is legally unjustified, harmful, or contrary to law; wrongdoing (used especially of an act in violation of a public trust).
Nonfeasance is to ignore and take no indicated action – neglect. Misfeasance is to take inappropriate action or give intentionally incorrect advice. Malfeasance is hostile, aggressive action taken to injure the client’s interests. HAVE AT IT.
kickagrandma
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:10amYou go, CHRISTIANS. Bit by bit we take our AMERICA back for GOD WHO gave us this country to start with. Thank YOU, GOD! In JESUS’ HOLY name, amen!
Report Post »Rickfromillinois
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:17amThis is not about just Christians. It is about Jews, Muslims, and for that matter Buddhists. This is about a deceased veteran having the right to have a religious funeral service if they desire. I can‘t imagine why this hasn’t been overturned yet.
Report Post »sissykatz
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 7:55amI wonder how long the Director had been doing this before we found out????/ Her rear end should be fired
Report Post »and not get a Government job. Make her go look for a job with the Progressive that believe the way she does. This is riduculous that anyone in this country would have to go somewhere to get back our right to
say God or Jesus.She obviously wanted to start trouble, because surely she knew that no one would stand
for that. Now if she were set up in California then maybe. But anywhere around the South this will not fly. Good bye Director……….
enduro
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:24amI served 4 years in the miliary and i am sick of the liberal atheist trying to set the agenda. We need to put them out on there azz come 2012.
Report Post »westfayetteville
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 9:00amI could not of said it any better than that
Report Post »grandmaof5
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 9:04amThe vets need to take a page out of the SEIU play book and send a bus load of vets to demonstrate peacefully outside the residence of Arleen Ocascio. This lady needs to be in the unemployment line ASAP.
Report Post »laidbacktaps
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 10:01amFor GOD!! Praise THE Lord a Savior!
Report Post »ronaldreaganthegreat
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 10:18amAmen!
Report Post »a.l.weath
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 10:24amI wholeheartedly agree!! GOD bless us & GOD bless AMERICA
Report Post »banjarmon
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 12:25pmWE the PEOPLE will help put GOD back in this Great Country. It has started, Let US keep it Rolling!
Report Post »PASSIONFORCHRIST
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 2:33pmTo kickagrandma AMEN & AMEN. ALL my brothers/sisters in CHRIST, PRAY FOR OUR NATION THAT GOD WOULD RESTORE US FOR JUST A LITTLE WHILE LONGER! Because we all know what’s coming!!!
Report Post »R. Wirz von Urikon
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 5:48pmAmen!
Report Post »TheOracleOfTruth
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 6:56pmOnward Christian Soldiers, marching as to Thee! God Bless America, not all of us have turned their backs on you and Jesus Christ, Amen.
Report Post »hannahh
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:10pmAMEN! Onward Christians! I march with you.
Report Post »hillarie
Posted on July 5, 2011 at 8:40pmThe first settlers came here for religious freedom. This whole experiment began because of faith. This anti-praying at military funerals rule is beyond ignorant.
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