Daniel T. Zanoza

A Plan For Illinois Homeowners To Walk Away From Current Mortgages and Moral Obligations

Recently, I was shocked to learn about how hundreds or perhaps thousands of Illinois homeowners are using a strategy called "strategic default" to walk away from their current mortgage obligations. Literally thousands of homeowners in Illinois and across the country find themselves "upside down" or "underwater" regarding the homes they currently live in. The terms "upside down" and "underwater" refer to homeowners who owe more money on their homes than they are currently worth.

McChrystal / Rolling Stone Interview: Obama Will Be The Only Loser

After President Barack Hussein Obama meets with Gen. Stanley McChrystal, the Commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan, Mr. Obama will be painted into a political corner from which he cannot escape. In an upcoming article in Rolling Stone magazine, soon to be on the newsstands, McChrystal and his aides were critical of Obama's handling of the war in Afghanistan. McChrystal was hand-picked by the Obama administration to fight the battle against the Taliban. However, I am pleased to see that a high-ranking member of the U.S. military has decided to put the defense of his nation before politics.

U.S. Census Bureau Finds New Ways To Waste Taxpayer Dollars

RFFM.org Staff Writer RFFM.org is reporting the United States Census Bureau is making phone calls, contacting households which have already returned their 2010 census forms.

Rep. Mark Kirk Should Bow Out of Illinois U.S. Senate Race

On July 30, 2009, I wrote a commentary titled "Mark Kirk's U.S. Senate Bid Doomed: When Will GOP Ever Learn?"

South Park’s Attacks On Faith: Irreverence For Irreverence Sake, Not Humor

Illinois Family Institute Throughout civilization, there have been those who have attempted to find humor at the expense of others. This has been the case in American history as well. People who are different because of their social class, skin color, ethnic or religious backgrounds have often been the butt of the most vile so-called humor.

Illegal Immigration: Will Tea Party Movement Force Illinois Politicians To Take A St

There are some politicians who would rather have this issue go away, but the problem of illegal immigration in Illinois and other states will be a huge factor in the November election. When George W. Bush tried to pass comprehensive immigration reform during his last term as President, the American people stood up en masse. In fact, it was the first time in my memory since the civil rights movement of the 1960s that a vast majority of Americans came together in an appeal for justice.

Illegalities Or Politics As Usual?

Within days, former Democratic Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich will go on trial for allegedly trying to sell Barack Obama's U.S. Senate seat after Obama won the presidency. In 2008, Patrick I. Fitzgerald, the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, released tape recorded conversations with then-Governor Blagojevich, alleging that Obama's vacated seat was available to the highest bidder.

Obama + Media Using Race Card In Attempt To Criticize Arizona’s Enforcement of Federal Law

Over 70% of Arizona residents believe the recent legislation regarding illegal immigrants which was signed into law is totally reasonable. In fact, Arizona residents feel it's about time federal law was enforced. The dirty little secret is anyone visiting the United States from other countries should have their green card with them at all times. This isn't something radical.

The Separation of Church and State Myth

- Daniel T. Zanoza and Julia Mary Zanoza "If I could have entertained the slightest apprehension that the Constitution framed by the convention, where I had the honor to preside, might possibly endanger the religious rights of any ecclesiastical society, I would never have placed my signature to it." -- George Washington

Health Care Reform: Striking Parallels Between Far Left’s Vision for U.S. and former USSR’s 1936 Con

Editor's Note: Ed Tait is the founder of edtait.com, a blog dedicated to sharing information about the United States, a unique and grand experiment, which was founded by great men. On his website, Tait defines what Ronald Reagan referred to as "The Shining City On A Hill" whereby rights are endowed to men from their Creator, not government. Tait highlights parallels to America's departure from the vision of the Founding Fathers and rights provided to citizens of the former USSR. Tait's posting below contains excerpts from the former Soviet Union's Constitution of 1936. The similarities between the former Soviet Union's Constitution--which came from the evil minds of Joseph Stalin, Leon Trotsky and other Communists--mirror some of the values held today by America's far left and should send a chill down the spine of all who cherish freedom.

Health Care Reform: Government To Have Access To Americans Medical Records

If anyone has time to go through the more than 2,700 pages in the Senate version of the current health care reform bill, there are some aspects of this legislation that should send a chill down the spine of any American. But, for a moment, let's take time to review how medical records have been shared in the past.

Health Care Reform: Nothing To Do With Health Care: It’s About Control

Since the far left assumed leadership of the Democratic Party and both Houses of Congress, it was clear to most political observers the expansion of big government would be at the top of their legislative agenda. When Barack Obama became President, the dreams of liberal extremists were within their grasp. It has been said there are three ways to control a population. By controlling food, water and energy, government can assume power over its citizens. However, when government takes control over an individual's health--or how that health care is provided--it is the ultimate expression of power.

Rush Limbaugh Sends Shot Across Bill O’Reilly’s Bow: Did Rush Help Move Factor Back to The “Right”

On Friday, February 19th, highly popular radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh played a little game with someone who called in to his program. The topic was President Barack Obama and his legislative agenda. Limbaugh proceeded to answer his listener's queries concerning why Bill O'Reilly, the host of the O'Reilly Factor (FOX News Channel) would never refer to Obama as a socialist. Limbaugh began to role play, saying, "I'm Bill O'Reilly. Barack Obama is not a socialist..."

Scott Brown & Four Other Republicans Help Pass Stimulus 2: Sorry, “Jobs Bill”

I am not an economist and I don't play one on TV, but something strange went on in the U.S. Senate yesterday. The legislative body passed a $15 billion "jobs bill" by a vote of 62 to 30. Eight Senators did not vote.

Tiger Woods’ Apology Not Convincing: Where’s Apology for Media and His Mistresses?

I have to admit while watching Tiger Woods' highly anticipated mea culpa last Friday, I quickly lost interest. It was evident Woods was reading from a script and his apology lacked sincerity. In fact, I wish Tiger had my number because I could have written a more believable speech for a fraction of the cost he must have paid some high priced PR firm who didn't really get the job done.

Health Insurance Providers Push For Huge Premium Increases: Why Now? Is Health Care Reform Fix In?

According to an article by Amy Goldstein of the Washington Post insurance companies who provide health care coverage for individuals have been pushing to levy huge premium increases on their customers in recent months. Goldstein reports "Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maine is asking that state to approve a 23 percent rise in premiums for its individual-market customers, after state regulators slashed an 18 percent increase that the insurer requested in 2009."

Vets Against Repeal Of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Join The Fight

Rvecently, two major veterans groups have come out in opposition to Barack Obama's plan to repeal "Don't ask, don't tell" (DADT). Obama desires to allow open homosexuals to serve in the United States Armed Forces.

Social Security COLA: Congress Gets Pay Raise, Seniors & Others Did Not

I'm sure many senior citizens, handicapped and those who are temporarily disabled noticed their Social Security check did not include a Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2010. In fact, it is possible Social Security recipients will not receive a COLA for up to three years, according to reports out of Washington, D.C.

Second Annual Nativity Scene To Stand In Illinois State Capitol Rotunda

On December 1st, 2009, the Springfield Nativity Scene Committee (SNSC) will again erect a display depicting the birth of Jesus Christ. For the second year in a row, the crèche will stand in the State Capitol Rotunda Building in Springfield, Illinois.

COLA Freeze for Social Security Recipients: Part of an Obama Ruse to Keep Senior Voting Bloc?

On Monday, August 24, 2009, the Social Security Administration announced a freeze of the annual Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA) would go into effect in 2010 and 2011. Seniors and the handicapped receiving Social Security benefits are given an annual cost of living increase. For example, in the year beginning January 2009, Social Security recipients received a 5.8% increase in their monthly checks. Although the COLAs have varied in percentage, recipients have always seen their benefits go up during the past 30 years without fail.