"You know, guys, just because you are a military family, that doesn't mean you have to be so painfully right-wing. The right wing in this country, contrary to their own belief, do not own the military. You do not own patriotism or…"
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Wayne Johnson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Talk Politics"To Robert Hartman,
My condolences on the untimely loss of your friend. I find it curious that you made sure to point out that it was an ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT who caused the accident, then blamed the "no security on our borders."
Would…"
Wayne Johnson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Talk Politics"IYam,
Your thesis that our complaint that racism and other abuses of power still exist is, in itself, race-baiting, is an interesting turnaround in logic, but I think you're wrong about this. I, myself, having grown up in the 60s, thought…"
Wayne Johnson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Talk Politics"Hey, Ray. I think I can clarify this for you. "Dixie dog whistle" is a term coined by some of us "libruls" to describe the code words used by (usually) conservatives, neo-cons, etc. as euphemisms for much darker concepts…"
Wayne Johnson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Talk Politics"Phillip,
Well, I suppose I'll take you up on having the last word. As I said before, it would have a great pleasure having a substantive discussion with you. There are some things we agree on, and some that we don't. Your arguments…"
Wayne Johnson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Talk Politics"C'mon, Phillip! I want to say, "Stop with the 'States' Rights' jive," but I won't. You know as well as I do that the phrase "states rights" is a "Dixie dog whistle" which means,…"
Wayne Johnson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Talk Politics"Philip,
You're misinformed on many issues, and it's plain where you're getting your talking points from. You gave it away when you used the term "class envy." This is a term used almost exclusively by Rush L.
You…"
NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Wayne Johnson"Welcome to NavyDads.com Wayne! I'm sure you'll find NavyDads as useful, educational and informative as I have. Please explore the site and make some new friends. Read the discussions and add your comments. Browse through the postings in…"
NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Wayne Johnson"Welcome to NavyDads !
Play the following video for a brief introduction to NavyDads.com. We've made some cosmetic changes to the site since this video was made, but navigation remains the same.
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Wayne Johnson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Talk Politics"I would have to agree with Kirk. None of the current republican candidates are viable... all have some baggage that will hurt them, or they are just not serious candidates. How the republicans can seriously proffer as candidates the likes of…"
Wayne Johnson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Talk Politics"Hey, IYam-- Great piece of memorabilia. Were we both alive when Paulsen made his bid for the presidency? Do you remember which party he was running with?
It was the Straight-Talking American Government party...
The S.T.A.G. Party!"
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim left a comment for Wayne Johnson"Welcome aboard Wayne! When my son first enlisted, I was a little scared and worried for him. Not coming from a military family at all, I had no idea what to expect. What I found out was that he had made the most mature decision of his life! I found…"
NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin left a comment for Wayne Johnson"Wayne
, Welcome to NavyDads. My Grandson Joined the Navy and went to Boot Camp in February, 2008. When I joined I knew nothing about the Military and this site has really helped me understand what to expect and has relieved some of the worries I…"
Wayne Johnson replied to Gingerman357's discussion Ship Names at Navy Boot Camp"All of the lists of ship names below leave out the one that my son is on:
Ship 02 USS Reuben James 3600 Ohio Street 60088-7105
Wayne"
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- Mixed at first, but his reasoning was solid, and I'm proud that he is man enough to make a decision like this for the betterment of his family.
Of all the service branches, I'm glad he chose the Navy.
I worry about the amount of dislocation he and his family (my daughter-in-law and grandson!) will have to endure.
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- At 9:18pm on June 28, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads.com Wayne! I'm sure you'll find NavyDads as useful, educational and informative as I have. Please explore the site and make some new friends. Read the discussions and add your comments. Browse through the postings in the various groups or start a new one. If you have any comments, questions or concerns about your sailor and what he is going through...be sure to post them! In my experience someone here can answer your questions or concerns or can point you in the direction to find out. I'm blessed to have two sailors in the family - my son Eric (AM3) was stationed on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and just re-enlisted, and my daughter Kat is a Navy vet and was stationed on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Wayne this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Kevin is doing! Please remember that we talk about the Navy here and we must keep the security and safety of our sailors and the fleet in mind. On the right or starboard side of every NavyDads page is an area we call About This Site. Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link for some guidelines as to what we should not talk about in a public forum.
As a parent of a sailor currently or soon to be at Great Lakes you'll have many questions about what your son is going through. In the Navy Bootcamp group is a discussion called A MUST READ for all New Navy Parents. Read through this post as it will do a lot to give you some understanding about what your sailor is learning and why. And be sure to check out the videos available in the Bootcamp Group as well.
As PIR draws closer, be sure to spend some time going through the PIR-Tips, Hints and Helps group- we’ve tried to assemble some tips and suggestions to make your sailor's PIR more enjoyable. Best Regards- Paul
- At 9:17pm on June 28, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads !
Play the following video for a brief introduction to NavyDads.com. We've made some cosmetic changes to the site since this video was made, but navigation remains the same.
- At 4:23pm on June 28, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said… - Welcome aboard Wayne.
I would like to take this time to point you in some of the right directions. For starters if you haven't had the time take a look at the right side of any page you click on. There you will find some useful information for you. The links under the about this site will help you with how this site got started, navigation, PIR, About us, community guidelines and some links to some of the groups that beginners with a lot of questions will find very useful. There is also a link called Navy Enlisted Ratings, this link will take you to a brief description of the rates (jobs) in the Navy that you can find your sailors rate and find out some information about the rate that they are in.
First and foremost though we are all here for the same reason. We are curious about what our young sailors are getting into and for more information about the rate or job that they will be doing for the next 4-6 yrs of their lives. I know when I first got here I had lots of questions and there was not a lot of people on this site but they all were either going through the same thing or had been through it and had sailors out in the fleet. Now this site has grown to over 2000 members, Dads, Moms, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, sisters, brothers, girlfriends and boyfriends. Don't be afraid to ask questions of members in here because somewhere along the way we have all had the same questions and asked. There are a lot of knowledgeable people on this site with various years of experience in the NAVY either on their own account or through their Sailors.
Again welcome aboard and BRAVO ZULU to you and your son Kevin on his enlistment and please thank him for me for making the choice to defend the freedoms that my family, this country and I have and enjoy.
Navy dads Co-admin Tim
- At 8:49pm on June 27, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
- Welcome aboard Wayne! When my son first enlisted, I was a little scared and worried for him. Not coming from a military family at all, I had no idea what to expect. What I found out was that he had made the most mature decision of his life! I found lots of answers to my questions right here on NavyDads.com.
I have one sailor in the family - my son Stephen is an AWO2. (Air warfare systems operator) He is a Petty Officer 2nd Class and flies in the P-3 Orion sub hunter. Currently he is with VP-45 in Jacksonville, FL. However he is now on his first deployment. This is a great place to brag about Kevin as well!
We do ask that you remember that we talk about the Navy here and we must keep the security and safety of our sailors in mind at all times. On the starboard side of every Navy Dads page is an area we call “About Us.” Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link and the NavyDads Guidelines link. Also check out the FAQs at the top of the pages, and also on the starboard side. There is lots of information there as well. Also be sure to check out the “Navy Dads Tutorial” in the FAQ section. It’s a short video that will help you to navigate around the site.
Also be sure to stop by the NavyDads official store- Navyoutfitters.com. The Navy Blue tee shirt with the NavyDads.com logo is my favorite! Again, welcome and we’ll see you around the fleet! GO NAVY! HOOYAH!
Best Regards- Jim
- At 7:01pm on June 27, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said…
- Wayne
, Welcome to NavyDads. My Grandson Joined the Navy and went to Boot Camp in February, 2008. When I joined I knew nothing about the Military and this site has really helped me understand what to expect and has relieved some of the worries I had. Please go to the Groups Page and check out all of the different Groups and join in to learn more about what you Guy or Gal will be learning and doing. We are a big family here and you can find answers to most any question or concern you may have regarding what is in store for you recruit. You will find others that are new to the Navy along with those that have Loved Ones that has been in for some time. We like to hear about you recruit the good times, the concerns and the questions. I think you will find that our member are just a great big family and everyone wants to help others understand what to expect and hear how your recruit is doing.
Please feel free to ask question.
Again Welcome and keep us updated as to you recruit’s progress.
HooYah US Navy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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The chat feature on Navy Dads has changed a little. To enter into the chat room click on were it says Navy Dads (44 members online) then type your post in the box and hit enter to make the post show up. When you are done click the the arrow by the person icon and the chat box will be hidden again. The chat feature can also be found on the main page. Just scroll down till you see it. The chat will also make a two note sound when someone posts a comment so you know when the chat is active.…
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