One Injured After Explosion and Fire at the Laundromax

One person was taken by ambulance for possible smoke inhalation at approximately 12 noon, after an explosion in one of the dryers at the Laundromax Laundromat located at 315 Boston Rd. According to a spokesman for the Springfield Fire Department.

 It was said that the injured bystander received the alleged injury after "a combustible substance on the clothing of another patron spontaneously combusted causing the glass door to break as it was blown  open, and revealed the burning clothes", this according to Dennis Ledger a spokesman for the SFD.

Veteran facing up to 92 years in prison for unlawful possession of ammunition and clips

 

Worcester – After a one day trial and several hours of grand jury deliberations the verdicts were read, and Mr. Phillips was immediately taken into custody by court officers. This after a Worcester County grand jury returned a guilty verdict today for all ten counts in the case of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts v. David Phillips.

 

 

 

According to testimony, this was as a result of a motor vehicle stop by the Worcester Police Department on March 03, 2011.  After a search warrant was executed by the Worcester Police, the ammunition and clips were located in the trunk of a vehicle which was allegedly not registered to Mr. Phillips, this according to testimony.

 

Mr. Phillips was indicted on nine counts for unlawful possession of clips, one for every clip, (large capacity feeding device), depicted below, (Click to view)

and the 10^th count was for alleged unlawful possession of ammunition without the proper permit or license. Mr. Phillips maintains his innocence, but now faces up to 92 years in prison.

Rick Morrow, a friend and court room supporter during the case said, “I think that the prosecutor got a guilty verdict based in part, or in whole because of the use of many articles that were present in the vehicle, that anyone could buy at a store, and were not directly related to the charges were used to sensationalize the case and incite the jury”.

This verdict is so harsh because of the laws in Massachusetts, some of the toughest in the nation. After Massachusetts adopted the provisions of the federal, Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act in 1993 they kept the provisions, even after the federal law provisions expired.

Mr. Phillip’s attorney is expected to appeal the decision to a higher court.

https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartIV/TitleI/Chapter269/Section10

*(m) Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (a) or (h), any person not exempted by statute who knowingly has in his possession, or knowingly has under his control in a vehicle, a large capacity weapon or large capacity feeding device therefor who does not possess a valid Class A or Class B license to carry firearms issued under section 131 or 131F of chapter 140, except as permitted or otherwise provided under this section or chapter 140, shall be punished by imprisonment in a state prison for not less than two and one-half years nor more than ten years.

*Up to Ten years per clip X 9
 

 

 

 

 

The Russian Press Pravda Message to Americans: Do not give up your guns

 

Many, if not most, aspects of the Russian Revolution are not well understood in the West. First, how many people in the United States know that there was an unsuccessful revolution in Russia in 1905, which involved many of the same characters? The Communist revolutionaries of that time expected communism to initially take hold in England or Germany, and spread from there. Russia was not their number one plan in the beginning. It's when the Tsar decded to give Kenensky and his bunch a chance to run the country through a parliamentary system (similar to England), that the opportunity again arose for revolution in Russia. There was initially some resistance to the Communists, and it took almost 20 years to consolidate their power throughout the country. Most of the revolution took place in three key cities: St. Petersburg, Moscow, and Kiev. When Stalin finally took power, he purged about one-third of the officers from the military, and began to disarm the public. These two groups posed the only real resistance to the Red Terror that was about to come. Stalin also made extensive use of propaganda, particularly newspapers and radio broadcasts. This was to make sure the whole country was getting the same carefully-prepared information. Of course, the gun confiscation alone was not entirely responsible for the Communists retaining power. They also used the power of the propaganda machine to get people to rat out their neighbors, since everyone was a potential enemy of the state (sound familiar)? I suggest everyone read "The Gulag Archipelago" by Alexander Solzhenitsyn in order to better understand the process that took place there, and maybe better able to identify it should it be seen elsewhere. I suggest that the history of the United States, and the extent of the armed populace here would probably turn the tide in the opposite direction of the way it went in Russia. But, the awareness of the propaganda machine is important to be aware of. BY: http://www.thelonestarwatchdog.com/2012/12/29/the-russian-press-pravda-message-to-americans-do-not-give-up-your-guns/

Tea Party Resurgence Brewing in Massachusetts

Many residents in Massachusetts noticed less in their first paycheck of the new year due to a hike in payroll taxes that came as a result of the negotiations between congress and the president's “fiscal cliff” deal. Also, a renewed “assault” on the Second Amendment were among a couple of the many topics discussed at the state-wide tea party leadership meeting hosted by the Worcester Tea Party in Worcester last night.

A renewed commitment to the core values that made the start of the Tea Party movement great, such as fiscal responsibility, constitutionally limited government, and support of the free market system was emphasized at the start of the meeting, among the newly re-formed state-wide coalition.

Some of the many Tea Party groups represented were from as far as Cape Cod, Greater Boston, Greater Springfield and of course Worcester. In addition, there were many more representatives from other independently run groups in the state. They discussed a plan “beyond rallies” which included recruitment efforts and reaching out to like minded coalition groups in Massachusetts and beyond. “We want to re-energize the Tea Party movement here in Massachusetts,” said Matt O'Brien from the Worcester Tea Party.

This meeting is aimed to reconstitute, refocus, re-energize, and recruit the many concerned citizens who know that their state, but more importantly their country is in trouble. Many know that this country is still on the wrong track, heading in the wrong direction and lay blame on all of our elected representatives, but stressed keeping their mission on point and positive as they reach out to their family, friends, and neighbors in an attempt to keep the movement on a path that is inclusive and sustainable.

The groups' intention is to chart a course for the long term, with the ultimate goal to shrink our government to a level that is responsive and accountable to the people but one that can still handle the many needs of our state and country's citizens, and is also within the confines of the constitutions and the will of the people which our government claims to represent.

If you consider yourself a leader, a visionary, possess a talent that you are willing to contribute, or just want to be a part, this is your open invitation to our upcoming meetings. If your interested, Please contact Matt O'Brien @ 978-423-5747 for more information.

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RNC Rules Committee moves to wipe out grassroots Party participation

Contributor: Dave Kopacz

Report filed August 28, 2012

RNC Rules Committee moves to wipe out grassroots Party participation

BREAKING CONVENTION NEWS: Earlier this morning the RNC Rules Committee made an initial move to wipe out grassroots Party participation and give the "presumptive nominee" complete veto authority over ALL delegates. The proposed rule was swiftly opposed by not only Ron Paul supporters, but many rank-and-file Republicans as well.

This appears to have been done to expose the detractors early because the issue seemed to be defeated and dropped when it reappeared later, while key members of the Rules Committee (the detractors) were not in attendance. Direct reports from the Convention floor just moments ago indicate that this was no accident.

There are claims that buses with key delegates and members of the Rules Committee was instructed to drive around and around the Convention perimeter. The people (captures) were NOT ALLOWED TO ENTER THE CONVENTION HALL! Reports of entire state delegations being intentionally stranded at Hotels is also occurring.

Additionally, numerous states are reporting that their duly elected delegates are being decertified on-site and replaced with Romney surrogates waiting in the wings. Most, if not ALL, of these decertified delegates just happen to be on the Rules Committee AND opposed to the Orwellian last second rule change.

We just might be witnessing the complete destruction of the Republican Party. The grotesque sickness that infected the MassGOP years ago has now sickened the nation.

http://www.freedomworks.org/blog/mduncan/romney-camp-removing-rules-committee-members

http://www.dailypaul.com/251570/va-delegation-bus-being-redirected-away-from-convention-to-prevent-them-from-voting-against-rules-committee-power-grab

I think GOP elitists just deliver another four years of Obama. America is dieing right before our eyes.

Defendant alleges Political Persecution, Intimidation

Reported by: Kyle Burns

Westfield MA-

    A jury returned two “not guilty” verdicts Wednesday which they deliberated on during their lunch break. The charges were two criminal counts that the defendant allegedly violated an Harassment Prevention Order under Massachusetts general law, a fairly new law on the books.

    Jeffrey Donnelly, 29, of Springfield, who represented himself in court, narrowly escaped a jail sentence today stated that this and other events all began back in 2009 when he made an announcement to run for congress against John Olver (D) – Massachusetts. Donnelly believes Westfield State University, including the president of the university may be involved, as Donnelly stated: “I believe its because Westfield the president of Westfield State College Dr. Evan Dobelle who is the former chief of protocol in the Jimmy Carter white house, he's Jimmy Carters right hand, former right hand man,” and other school officials for orchestrating events to sabotage his political aspirations.

    The plaintiff, a past friend of Donnelly now attends Westfield State University, filed the charges with help from two victim witness advocates, Westfield Police Department and Westfield State University allegedly a week after receiving several lawsuits from the defendant Donnelly said: “actually the alleged victim in these cases they didn't even go to the court, they didn't even go to the police department to file the complaint, the police department went to them.”

    Donnelly is a Republican, and those of whom he alleges have ruined his life and all but tried to Ruin any future chances of Donnelly running for public office are Democrats, according to Donnelly.

    Donnelly went on to say that since the announcement to run for office he has lost his job, been denied re-admission to Westfield State University, and has faced these charges, among other things. Donnelly stated that most of what he calls retaliation was after he named the school, several officials, and the plaintiff, all in several lawsuits based on the alleged harm he has suffered since his announcement to run for office in 2009.

    Part of the intimidation Donnelly alleges is that during the alleged violations he has been arrested at his home twice, by at least six plain clothes Springfield Police Officers and the Massachusetts State Police. Once at 5am with guns drawn, this was to execute a warrant for his arrest on behalf of the City of Westfield for the alleged violations of the Harassment Prevention Order. This is when they confiscated all of his lawfully owned guns and ammunition, and ransacked his apartment, according to Donnelly, who also claims that this type of order does not give the police the power to confiscate his guns and ammunition.

    During the events, according to Donnelly, he was told several times by several different individuals, but recalled one particular time while being served a “no trespass order”, for a second time, by and for Westfield State University. Donnelly recalls the serving officer stating: “drop out of the race, he told me to forget about Westfield college, to drop the lawsuits and everything else, and this will all go away,” Donnelly refused. This was served while in a holding cell located at the City of Westfield District Court. According to Donnelly, the service was performed by a Westfield State University Police officer, who Donnelly states he told Donnelly “I'm just following orders.”

    Donnelly said he still intends on pursuing the lawsuits against the named parties, despite the alleged persecution and intimidation, and plans on running for public office soon.

    Assistant District Attorney Partika refused to speak to me as I attempted to get permission to solicit comment from the Plaintiff. The plaintiff was unavailable for comment but may contact me if she chooses.

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Supreme Court upholds The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), informally referred to as Obamacare


Submitted by Kyle Burns


Springfield, MA -


Supreme Court upholds The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), informally referred to as Obamacare with a 5-4 decision, in an opinion written by Chief Justice Roberts, citing that they upheld the law, not because of the individual mandate (which would have been unconstitutional), but because of the portion of the law which is considered a tax. However, several months ago in an interview with George Stephanopoulos of ABC News, President Obama insisted that the law was not a tax, or a tax increase.

Originally the lawsuit sought to strike down the mandate in effect killing the remaining portion of the law which could not conceivably stand without the mandate. 


According to the opinion by the SCOTUS, the mandate would have failed under the commerce clause, so instead, the SCOTUS called the mandate a tax and allowed the law to stand under the guise that the US Government has a right to tax and spend as it pleases. This decision in effect breaks the pledge of no taxes for anyone earning under $250,000. Obama said in his speech that he pledges that under his plan no one will see a tax increase "not any of your taxes." Did he break his promise to the american people by passing Obamacare? 

The ruling is not a final stop on the road to Obamacare, as the Congress still has an option to repeal the law if it can muster up the support.