Good morning all...ACN for beautiful Barbaro!!!!!

ACN!!!! Well, I sure don't like Monday at work, but knowing our Bobby is safe and sound and healing makes the day go better!!!!

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ABS lovely day at FH. Just figures as the weekend was hot, humid and rainy. Today is crystal clear, brisk and fresh. Yep, I am at work.

Much love to all

Jazz

Happy Monday, Everyone!
ACN is the ONLY way to start another week!
Thanks, Alex!

Bless the 400
Bless Barbaro

Socorro

i just got back on line and i am getting ready to call washington at 9am.

thankyou for the link.. i saw someone put up a post about Johannes? you know i sent him 3 emails when the USDA was cutting funding on the advice of the HSUS and Saponline.. funny thing, i got the 3 emails back the same day that HR503 passed the house!

i will look at the link now thankyou..

Kerrie

Thanks Alex. I had a hard time starting my day without seeing ACN! Reading the articles and knowing that there is still "doubt" that he will survive kind of brought me back to reality that ACN's are such a blessing. I always knew that he wasn't out of the woods yet but I was hoping that the doubt had diminished a little bit. Maybe I was getting a little too upbeat about his condition. Kinda like putting the cart ahead of the horse (no pun intended).

Good morning, Barbaroooo, ACN- YAY!

g'morning, Alex, thank you- g'morning, y'all!

I mentioned this last night, but will again this morning- my local NBC affiliate is interested in a 'local' angle on the issue of S1915 and it's effect. I have a list of Texas based rescues to start calling, but if you know of a rescue (or lack of) case in the South Texas (like south of San Antonio) area- please click on my name and email me about it?
thanks!
Anna

Good morning, Starshine. I'm so glad today still sees you well and happy. We need all the good news we can get today.

Send some of your magic to Texas and DC today, ok? See you later and have ACD.

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Jake, Rockett says "yeee-oooowwwwww!"
(Good Morning, Daisy)

I dreamed of a foaling last night. Odd dream.

Hi to Fans of Barbaro,

Just want to let you know I am contacting each senator who is not a cosponsor of S1915.

Hi Alex - I hope Chappy is doing well. I feel like I know him...and you.

Go Barbaro Go!!!! Go Bobby Go!!!!!

God Bless you, Bobby.

Sally in Louisiana

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE ANTI-SLAUGHTER CAMPAIGN FROM BARBARO AMBASSADORS ON:

http://www.fortheloveofbarbaro.blogspot.com/

Please read.

Good Morning Sweet Barbaro! ACN :) Have a good day, it is beautiful outside!

Everyone have a great day!

Ro & Brady

ACN - I was beginning to worry. Just shows we are spoiled by Alex being on the spot so early every day. Thank you Alex , it's important today of all days to know our boy is okay.

God bless the 400 and God be with all of you here who woke up today with broken or hurting hearts. Mine is also. So much work and we couldn't stop this.

But as Jazz says above , Bobby is safe and sound and healing , and that should make our day go better. Truer words were never spoken.

Let's lean on Barbaro's strong shoulders today, they are there for us , as we are here for him, symbolically, yes , but true nevertheless. He is a light God sent us, so we will persevere in this fight to save horses just as Bobby perseveres.

I hope this doesn't sound too cheerleader because I mean this on a deeper level since I am thinking
of the 400. God bless , and help , all here.

ACN, which is music to my ears.

Good Morning all, sweet Barbaro, Alex and all Fans of Barbaro.

It was a tough weekend visiting dad in the hospital, but this always cheers me up. You keep fighting Bobby, and I'll keep praying.

Prayers to all who need them.

All I can say at this point is, "Grow, hoof...grow!"

Thanks to all of you who posted comments and ratings for the article on associatedcontent.com ("Barbaro and the 9-11 Connection"). It is still showing as the #1 emailed article. Continuing to email it and post comments keeps the plight of Barbaro and the legislation before the public.

The article was actually submitted on 8/31, though not published until 9/11.

I would encourage others to write for associated.com. It's a great way to get publicity for equine and other animal issues. You do not have to be a professional writer to do this...well-written pieces of 600 words are more are typically welcome, whether filled with facts or submitted as opinion pieces.

Good Morning, Fans of Barbaro!

Anna in TX, dreamed of a horse bucking.

am praying for the 400. There is a reason for all this. No matter what happens, they will never be forgotten. I swear it.

Barbaro, ACN. That is wonderful news. Did you know there is a lovely article in yesterday's Phila. paper about you? Two articles, actually. There is a picture of your lovely Mom outside of NBC. She just glows in that picture. She is part of a group of people who are using their wealth and influence to help others - look at Bill & Melinda Gates, Bono, Sir Richard Branson. They are awakening to the responsibilities they need to shoulder and are giving back. What wonderful times we live in to see this enlightenment. Maybe we need to approach the Jacksons to form some sort of foundation that we could join and work thru for horses. ITs a nutty thought. Those of us who are writers/poets, could form some sort of publishing co. Another crazy idea that came to me at 3 a.m. today. Shine on you crazy diamond. Keep inspiring us.

Foggy, miss you still, but feel your shining spirit, my Long Time Sun.

Mary S. I love all your prayers. You shine so brightly.

Take care, everybody.

Healing and Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

Good morning big guy. So glad to hear ACN. Hope you get to go out to graze today. The air is crisp and clear here in Ohio and the sky is soooo blue. Follow Dr.R's orders and don't nip your mom when she comes to visit. Grow hoof grow!!

So glad to hear Mike Rea had a great overnighter at home this weekend. Soon you will be home for good. Keep smiling Mike. When you smile it is contagious!!!!!

Thank you Alex for the update. Enjoy the beautiful weather at Fair Hill.

Flyers to distribute and letters to write - all in the name of Barbaro.

St.Francis watch over the 400.

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MaryL. So glad you are back with us more and more every day. Don't overdo it though. Rest is the ticket to healing. We tell Barbaro that all the time.

Good morning HANDSOME!!! ACN thank you Lord! I just love those three words. You have ACD and I will check on you later. I LOVE YOU B!!!

Karen - TN

Prayers to Erin and her family and loved ones.

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Here's a story that ran last Wednesday in the Palm Beach Post. It mentions that the Senate could take the issue up in November?
SECTION: NEIGHBORHOOD POST; Pg. 8

HEADLINE: BILL'S PASSAGE FIRST STEP TOWARD SLAUGHTER BAN

BYLINE: Amy Bower Doucette

BODY:

Horse lovers across the country have won an important battle in the fight to stop the slaughtering of horses for human consumption.

The Horse Slaughter Prevention Act (H.R. 503), a bill introduced to the U.S. House of Representatives by Rep. John Sweeney, R-N.Y., passed the House on Sept. 7 by a vote of 263 to 146. It must pass the Senate, which is expected to act on the bill in November, and be signed into law by the president.

But the fight is far from over. The agriculture industry, specifically the National Cattleman's Beef Association, is lobbying against the bill. One association member, Paxton Ramsey, a rancher from Texas, recently posted an editorial on the organization's Web site. In it, he criticized the bill as being "driven by emotion, not facts."

"It does not surprise me that some folks are repulsed by the idea of processing horses for food," Ramsey said. "My goal is not to persuade anyone that horse processing is desirable, but it certainly should not be outlawed as an option for managing horses. That's precisely the goal of H.R. 503, and it is a serious threat to animal agriculture as we know it."

Horse slaughter for human consumption is a business that most Americans are unaware of, yet it brings in millions of dollars in profit to the buyers, auction houses and slaughterhouses each year.

Americans do not eat horse meat, so there is no market for it in the United States. The slaughterhouses are foreign-owned and the meat is sold to consumers in France, Belgium and Japan.

Jennifer Swanson, co-founder of Loxahatchee-based Pure Thoughts Horse and Foal Rescue, which works with other rescue organizations up North to pull horses from "kill pens" before they are taken to slaughter, explains the reasoning behind the market for horse meat abroad.

"Europeans believe they are eating wild horse meat," she said. "But these are people's horses. They have carcinogens in them like wormers that are not intended for human consumption. They are supposed to wait 30 days before killing the animals to allow the toxins to leave their system, but they don't. The saying is: 'Four days from stable to table.' "

Horse meat is sold overseas as "Cheval Tartar," or raw horse meat.

The process of killing horses for food is identical to the one used for cattle. The animals are stunned by a captive bolt gun.

"They use a captive bolt, a retractable gun," Swanson explained. "Cows have flat heads. Horses have the long necks to fight it. Their first instinct is to move their head. They have to aim it to get them right between the eyes. They are not rendered unconscious every time and the vivisection starts when they are alive."

The Cattleman's Association argument that the end of horse slaughter will have an effect on the beef industry makes no sense to Swanson and one of her volunteers, Cheryl Hanna.

"They are afraid that if horse slaughter stops, people are going to start rallying against the slaughter of cows and pigs, too," Hanna said. "They think it's all interrelated, but it's not. One has nothing to do with the other! Most people that are against horse slaughter are not vegetarians."

Said Swanson, "We raise horses to be our pets."

Amy Bower Doucette writes about the equestrian community for Neighborhood Post. Send mail to 2751 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33405. Call (561) 820-4763, fax (561) 837-8320.

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USDA?? i sent out 3 emails to Johannes when the USDA was cutting funding. funny thing when HR503 passed i got every email back that very same day!

when horse's are humanely euthanized they CAN NOT be used for foreign dinner plates or food..because of the toxins..

i have been on the one slaughter house site, i see since 3 years ago they have changed it.. but on the first page they say they take ONLY the old and sick and infirmed.. then if you scroll through the site they talk about how the meat of a 3 year old or younger is what is preferred!!!

i have been involved with this for 16 years.. i have heard it all.. if you hear anything else please don't hesistate to ask..

all companion animals and pets should be humanely euthanized, when they are old, sick and nothing more can be done for them.. their lives should be taken gently not in a cold slaughterhouse, for nothing more than profit and greed.

it's all rehdoric and LIES being spread by the slaughter houses and those that oppose us.
just like this is an emotional issue.. or it's part of a larger agenda!! i have 2 words for that, but i cant post them.. lol

Kerrie

Good Morning Barbaro Nation and FOB's,

THANKS for the update ALEX! We all count on the updates to keep us connected!

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Can anybody contact Mr. T Boone (Pickens) and see if he would put up the $$$$ to save the Kaufman horses??? Apparently his daughter gave money to the Grace foundation to help save SALVATION and the other horses from the feedlot in Nevada.

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We don't own horses so yesterday we went out in search of some. Went up near Julian, CA and found some super nice people to let our daughter (4 yr. old) go bareback on a Tennessee walking horse. Got to feed the horse "cookies" made of molasses and oats (almost took my fingers with them)! It was a great day but now back to calling and faxing the Senators.

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I had seen that the Committee reviewing S1915 is meeting on Tuesday. . . let's hope they move the bill forward!!

Carol
San Diego

Good Morning Everyone,

Hi sweet Barbaro, so glad you are making progress with your hoof and leg. You really ARE getting back to yourself....trying to BUCK???? Take it easy big guy, you'll have plenty of opportunities to buck when your fully healed :)

Have a wonderful day handsome. Enjoy your treat basket and I'll be thinking of you all day!!
xoxoxo

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Melissa Harden, thanks for putting up info about www.fortheloveofbarbaro.blogspot.com lots of really good info about the anti-slaughter bill.

ACN for Barbaro, the wonderhorse!! Another step closer...

I have been reading the posts everyday, but have felt too deflated to post myself. I am not done with this fight by a long shot, but sometimes the realities of the horrors being committed is just too much for me to take. This morning I woke up and the first thing I thought about was that those horses are being killed right now, as I sip my morning coffee. I almost felt guilty about enjoying the cup. I am ashamed of my government right now. My two MO senators haven't even bothered to reply to my emails & faxes. It's such a shame that our great country condones this. I have found myself eating less meat too because of this. Although there is a marked difference between horses and livestock, this issue has changed my perspective in ways that I didn't anticipate (like not eating much meat these days). I think I look at beef and think about horse and then my stomach turns. The only bright spot in this dark time is the people on this website, fighting relentlessly for what's right. Ara, Socorro, Debbie L.A., ShelleyA you guys are our generals! Thank you for encouraging us and providing the facts.

As for Barbaro, I dreamed about you our most wonderful boy. I know that you have a long road ahead, but you are doing everything right. Keep up the good fight. We're with you.

Hi Folks:

Don't forget to light candles for Bobby, Mike, Erin and all of our friends who need help.

Please continue to call/fax/email your Senators and those on the Commerce Committee.

Thanks to Tim & Alex for the site and updates.

Steve
FOB

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Thanks everyone for the prayers and well wishes for the Big Dude. He's up and around today - shaky - but he went over & scratched his tree! We know that the end is near but so long as he has the twinkle in his eye and is not in pain we'll continue to love and take care of him.

Steve

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Steve, thanks for the update on the Big Dude (great name, by the way). I've been thinking about the two of you. I'm glad he's enjoying his twilight time. Hang in there.

Good morning Bobby, Alex & Everyone! Bobby, glad you had another good night, keep them coming! :) Today should be a beautiful day here in the East to get out there grazing.....enjoy yourself and have a good day!

Thanks Alex for sharing the information with us.

Came across the following article....not sure if it was already posted, if so, please pass by. Sorry for the length of the story.

http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/local/articles/0924montini0924.html

Finding humanity among local folks with horse sense

Back in May, we all felt pretty good about ourselves for the way we encouraged the owners of Barbaro to do everything in their power to save the thoroughbred's life.

But, really, what choice did they have?

Millions of people were watching on TV when Barbaro, the winner of the Kentucky Derby, broke his leg during the Preakness. advertisement

By the time the horse arrived at an animal hospital in Pennsylvania, there were homemade signs attached to the facility's fence reading "We Love You, Barbaro," "Believe in Miracles," "Beat the Odds" and so on. Schoolchildren filled the stall next to Barbaro with get-well cards and flowers.

Nothing like that happened last October, when a thoroughbred gelding named Polish Times broke his leg at Santa Anita racetrack in California.

"It doesn't go well for a lot of these beautiful animals, once they get hurt," said Holly Marino of Horse Rescue of North Scottsdale. "A lot of them wind up at the slaughter auction."

Polish Times' trainer didn't want that to happen to a horse that had won nearly $500,000 over a long career. So, he loaded his 8-year-old horse into a trailer and drove him across the desert to Arizona.

"We win most of the battles to save these horses," Marino said. "We give them the time they need to heal. Then we try to find homes for them. This horse was so patient. He had a huge metal brace on his leg and the doctor came out every two weeks to ultrasound him and then have a farrier change the angle of his shoes to make sure he healed correctly."

It's an expensive proposition, but one that Marino has done for thousands of horses over the years.

"We're so selfish as humans," she said. "It's all about 'me.' Working with horses has taught my family so much about giving and not taking. It has been one of the greatest things for us. A blessing."

After months on the mend at Marino's place, Polish Times was able to move around more freely and has been sent to recuperate further at Rancho Tierra Madre in Cave Creek.

Owner Jim Gath told me, "There are 40,000 thoroughbreds born every year and only one of them eventually wins the Kentucky Derby. Only 3,000 or 4,000 make money. What happens to the rest? You never hear about them. When one gets hurt on national TV everybody cares. But for the rest of them, some of them anyway, there are people like Holly."

Marino has worked with all breeds of horses, as well as donkeys, mules and more. Most of the money comes out of her family's pocket, but she also has received grants and her non-profit organization accepts donations at (602) 689-8825 or www.rescueahorse.com.

"All the reward that I need is to see a horse that came to us broken down being able to run again," she said. "This horse (Polish Times) is like that."

Not long ago, Polish Times was adopted by a woman who owns a large ranch near Yellowstone National Park. He'll move there next summer. Without a jockey on his back or the rails of a track to restrain him, he'll be able to gallop at a speed of his choosing and not always have to turn left.

"When you put Polish Times next to another horse there are no pretensions," Gath said. "There's just acceptance. They live in the moment. They're honest. They're smart. They don't judge."

Maybe that's why human beings who share those characteristics, like Gath and Marino, are said to have horse sense.

Alex, thank you for the morning update!! Whew, I am spoiled because when I arrive at work and the update isn't there, I worry about our boy!

Barbaro, enjoy this crisp morning and get some good grazing time in.

We love you.
Daphne and Pee

I really don't understand why the cattlemen think outlawing horse slaughter will have any impact on the beef industry. That has got to be a smoke screen for something else. Thats like comparing apples and oranges.

Barbaro, I'm glad you had a good night. Keep healing big boy!

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Thanks for the story, Lynnette.
In my spare time, ;-), I am trying to compile a list of "western" horse rescues since I am in CA.

It's also good to hear about humans who help.

Carol
SD

Morning, Barbaro! Thank the Lord for ACN...Have a great day today big guy, filled with eats, treats, a visit from mom with a big bowl of grass..Be good and take a nap when you need to, it'll make you heal faster!

God bless Barbaro, keep him strong, make him stronger.

God bless and keep the 400 in your care. Wrap your arms around them Lord, take good care of them. Praying for them and can't stop thinking about them...

God bless Big Dude and Daisy..Thank you for giving them such loving guardians..

ACN is a great way to start Monday! Bobby you have a healing day today with lots of hoof growth. We love you!

Believe in the miracle of Barbaro!

For Those of You Who Do Not Use the Discussion Forum: Alex's Critical Steps for the Anti-Slaughter Campaign can be found at:
http://www.fortheloveofbarbaro.blogspot.com/ or by clicking on the "Barbaro's Blog" link at "For the Love of Barbaro."

Good Morning Sweet Bobby J., glad you had ACN and kept that Eagles hat on :).
Love to Fam and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro.
And I agree, I love Marys prayers, they lift us up and helped us get through Fog's passing.

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A nice article about a horse rescue facility in Arizona. Gives me hope.

http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/local/articles/0924montini0924.html

Morning goodies (translation: whatever he wants) to champion Barbaro Jackson, HOF! Keep up the good work, dude!

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Anna, Mary S, Susax, TX: Props/yeas for you! Excellent work!!

All:
Can anybody help Anna out with her 12:21 PM request above?

From Maid M as she went streaking by: "The password is polite polite polite friendly friendly friendly...nothing divisive. Also, there is tons going on behind the scenes that likely won't emerge till mid-week, so no need to burn yourself out taking something at face value/literally today that could well be different (and better for you!!!) by Weds/Thurs."

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

##### Lynette - thank you for that post, it was heartening .

##### Steve , continue holding him close in your heart , you are making memories that will be worth everything to you in the future. Love to Big Dude.

##### Louise in Ohio , You and your Dad will be in my prayers . Best wishes .

##### Shiela , I know how you feel . It gets to me also, and it just hurts the heart and spirit. but our spirit is renewable, thank goodness, and we will continue this fight and I know you will too.
One thought , if I may ask you this , try not to associate cattle and beef with this at this time if you can.

That's what the cattle people are afraid of and use to turn others against us. Its just a thought and I am with you on this and in no way am criticising you. Please don't feel that I am telling you what to feel or say- we are all in this together. We are family, if only cyber !!
It's just a thought. Thanks for listening to my opinion . I can tell how much you care and how despondent you are this morning , as am I . But remember we haven't lost in the long run.

It's a bad day for the 400 but maybe their souls will later help us win this battle. It's all unthinkable , but let's remember Barbaro.

There he stands , like a beacon light in the darkness of all this , getting better and stronger.

He's getting testy and biting more. I hope that means he is feeling better. Doesn't like being cooped up !! When he was so injured he didn't think much about it , so that alone shows he's better. I am too wordy this morning so I will quit. Don't let it get us down , call the
gutless wonders who are not , (yet) sponsors ! !

Alex -
Your updates get my day going. Thanks as always for letting us know about our beloved Barbaro and to also hear about your morning rides. Always interesting. And the other news is great to read as well.

I thank God every single day that I read ACN. Barbaro, we love you - and pray that God's miracle recovery for you continues.

Fog - still many tears. You are so missed. But we know you are so happy where you are now. And always know that you will be so loved and missed FOREVER and always in our thoughts and hearts. Bless you, magnificent one.

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Pam Mross, if you don't mind my asking, where are you from? I have a friend by the Mross name~

I'll check back in later, time to get to work!

Good morning Barbaro! A beautiful fall day & soon you'll go out for a graze. I hope you have lots of loving company to visit you today, with lots of yummy snacks in hand! Keep on getting better & feeling coltish. You're out Sweet Wonder Boy & we love you so very much, you know.
See you later in the day. Hugs, kisses,& lots of prayers coming your way. I can't wait for the day when I can see you in person.
XXOO

ANOTHER MIRACLE DAY..THANK GOD FOR BARBARO, THE JACKSONS, MALTZ, PRADO, ALEX, DR. R, AND STAFF..BLESSINGS TO ALL, PLUS THE HORSES WAITING IN LINE IN TEXAS..GOD HELP US PUT A STOP TO THIS UNWANTED SLAUGHTER...
I AM HOOKED ON THIS SITE AND ENJOY THE TRUE SPIRIT OF EVERYONE.

HAS ANYONE THOUGHT OF GETTING IN TOUCH WITH EDIE HILL ON FOX AND FRIENDS..SHE IS AN ANIMAL LOVER, HER AND STEVE.

HAVE A BLESSED DAY..BARBARO, FEEL THE LOVE AND PRAYERS WE SEND YOU FOR YOUR HEALING AND MAY GOD HELP YOU HEAL TO YOUR FULLNESS TO ENJOY YOUR LIFE IN SUNSHINE AND GREEN PASTURES BY MANY LOVED ONES.
JOAN ROYA

KERRI -

Unfortunately, I didn't get involved until recently and didn't realize about USDA until we started discussing the issues.

There is someone directly Under the Secretary of Agriculture for Research, Education, and Economics, that I worked for, but if the need comes up he is an amazing person.

Thanks God form ACN.

GOOD MORNOMG BARBARO,ALEX AND STAFF.
SO GLAD YOU HAD A GOOD NIGHT AND YOU MUST BE FEELING GOOD TO WANT TO TRY AND BUCK. YOU BE CAREFUL AND DON'T UNDUE WHAT THEY HAVE DONE FOR YOU TO GET WELL. WE ALL LOVE YOU AND WANT YOU TO WALK OUT OF THERE. TAKE IT EASY.

BETTY AND BOB

Just got a telephone call from Laural Folley at the Meadows Race Track,Washington, Pa.
Her boss is the President of the Meadows, and they asked me to sent them copies of our flyers, and they would post them at the track. She asked for 50 of them. Hopefully this will put the word out.

ps. I called her last week for some help.
Have a nice day.
Carol-Pittsburgh
They are in the mail.

Happy Monday Everyone,

Good morning Alex the main man.

Good Morning Beautiful Spirit,
ACN and another good week. Barbaro you are the Champ of Champions. Enjoy this beautiful day. Talk with you later Sweetie.
Love you,
Renee

QUESTION
I am being asked this time when I call Senate offices if I am calling for an organization or just me personally. Was not asked that in the past. Is it better to say it's just me or better to say part of Fans of Barbaro?

Here are 2 that I have called and comments. More later.
Jon Kyle (R-AZ) animal welfare aide is Lucy Murfitt but person who answered wouldn't put me thru--don't know why--said he'd take the message
Joseph Biden (D-DE)--animal welfare aide? don't know--said he'd take the message and said he really didn't know much about S1915 other than it was an anti-slaughter bill--he was very cordial, took my info and said he could get the info to the right person

Thank you God for Bobby's right and perfect healing, and for his complete recovery. Thank you God that miracle follows miracle, and wonders never cease.

Magnificent Steed! Another day closer.

The Light of God surrounds you
The Love of God enfolds you
The Power of God Protects you
The Presence of God watches over you
Wherever you are Bobby, God IS.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

For I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us…” Romans 8:38, 39

For the love of who you are
For the love of your Spirit
It was an honor to help.

God Bless The Fog

Lord God, wrap S1915 in Divine Love and Divine Order. Open the heart of every member of the Senate to clearly hear the voice of the horse, and feel the Magnificent Spirit of the horse. May each member be immediately compelled to move S1915 to the floor in a right and perfect way, and then vote with their hearts and their conscience for the highest good of all.

Love, Light and Protection for The Boys (always)

God Bless Us and Protect the 400

Nice to hear all is well with my adopted son Bobby today...thanks Alex

I just called E. Dole and Mr. Burr's ( both not co-sponsors of the bill) office number for their support of S1915. Told them I come from their side of the state that is primarily horse people. Both secreataries said they would immediately post our intentions about the bill. I will also email them for extra security and emphasis that they DO indeed get our message. nything else I can do for you guys and gals ...jut ask!
God Bless
D'Anne from Tryon, NC home of the Blockhouse Steeplechase!

Bobbycakes wrote the last sentence of my post this morning!!!!!!;)

Sam I Am,
I would think it would be better to say 'just me'- so that they don't think you're a lobbyist.
Maybe they'll take it more seriously if they think people are calling on behalf of themselves?

ACN!!! Very nice news. The articles on Update 83 were awsome!!! It looks like we can't save the 400, but hopefully their spirits can help us the ones who haven't gone there yet.

Good Morning Fellow Barbaromaniacs...

ACN for "our" beautiful boy. What a wonderful way to start the day. :):):)

(((Alex))) Thank you for the articles that you posted yesterday regarding Barbaro/Mrs. Jackson. I am in awe of Mrs. Jackson. She is truly a one of a kind just like ((((Bobby))))

Pat G
Proud Member
Fans of Barbaro (and Mrs. Jackson!)

Kerrie,

You are right on regarding USDA - Secretary of Agriculture - I am convinced he is EVIL as he single handedly thwarted Congress and the people last year after the bills passed.

Someone commented about microchipping horses to help cut down on theft. We have microchips in our horses due to hurricanes in Florida but it doesn't help if they are stolen. Testimony from workers - they cut out the chips before slaughter because it taints the meat - EVERYONE knows these horses are stolen and are pets but all they care about is the money. Slaughter is promoting more crime and it needs to stop. SICKENING! I have been asking my senators - WHO IS PROTECTING THE AMERICAN TAXPAYERS WHO OWN HORSES? All the money we have to spend to protect our property and horses from slaughter houses that PAY NO TAXES!

God bless Barbaro and our 452 friends on Black Monday.

Barb m in Florida

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Anna in TX
Thanks. That's what I thought, too. I just don't want to screw something up. I am really a novice at this. Finding I'm on hold a lot and having to leave messages.

I forwarded the Barbaro articles from yesterday to my parents who don't follow Barbaro as I do but always ask me how he's doing. After they read them they commented on how much personal insight Mrs. Jackson gave. They thought it was great. Thank you to the Jacksons for sharing your horse with us.

ACN!!!
Grow hoof grow!

Ashley

D'Anne #####

I called and emailed Sens Dole and Burr this morning also. Tried to use different talking points , but I've called about a hundred times ! Glad you're calling too today , maybe it will all add up and impress them.

I've also been writing hand written letters for snail mail to some Chambers of Commerce in Texas.
Telling them I am joining the national boycott of
all things Texas, even internet orders , until they stop the killing. I think these chamber boys, who are so ra- ra will be a little shocked that this has started.
Everyone please write these notes or letters.thanks

Sam I Am

Better to say you are calling as an individual than an organization. They want to hear from their constituents and it means more than an organization.

Lynn Gilbert...you never have a nutty thought. I too have hoped that one day, when Bobby has completely healed, that the Jacksons will be able to redirect thier energies to perhaps form a Foundation. For now, they must focus on him.

Mary S... Thank you for begining our days with your words of devotion. They help me focus. And they make me feel more connected with all of you as we prepare for our individual tasks at hand.
Tough, emotional stuff going on. We need to stick together.

And we will.

Leslie in MN

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SHEILA - Welcome

I was just like you for awhile and used to enjoy reading everyone's comments, names of Barbaro, tributes, etc. and my husband's first questions, how many new names, tributes, poems, etc.

I became a vegetarian (not VEGAN) because of our travels, and personally never liked eating meat.

When we were in Nepal (they don't eat beef, considered sacred), in a small town, we stayed in a local hotel that had a cow. The cow would leave in the morning and come back at the same time everyday. It was hilarious to see the cow standing in front of the gate waiting for the keeper to let her in. The cows in no way are used as a food source.

It was funny because we went during monsoon season and the cows would be on the sidewalks sitting under porches, while we had to walk in the rain on the road with potholes full of water and mud. You know how people would gather in the center of town and sit around, that's what the cows do.

Alex, Thanks for the interview notes with Edgar. Very exceptional person...sounds like you'll be having fun at the Jockey Club meeting Edgar, etc..... Too Cool!!

Believe in Barbaro!

Hi again guys,

Besides calling Dole's number, I also emailed her as I think it will emphasize the situation. I won't post all of my email but in ending my "voice"..I thought it might "grab" her when I said "There is nothing more "sick" than supplying horse meat to the French and others who love to eat our pets!!"

Sam I AM:

Yes, do tell them that you are calling as a private citizen-voter, and/or, on behaf of yourself and your family. THEN, later send multiple e-mails....as yourself, and as "a Fan of Barbaro, a group of people who........"

Also Remember to use the words:
>>>"...with NO ammendments or mark-ups..."

Thanks to everyone for their good work in this campaign.

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Hi everyone. Here we go!
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ShellyA.
Please check this.

SENATORS THAT ARE NOT COSPONSORS BUT ARE FOR S1915

• Murkowski, Lisa- (R - AK)….. 2011
(202) 224-6665
(202) 224-5301 fax
Web Form: murkowski.senate.gov/contact.cfm
• Kyl, Jon- (R - AZ)…… 2007
(202) 224-4521
(202) 224-2207 fax
Web Form: kyl.senate.gov/contact.cfm
• Biden, Joseph R., Jr.- (D - DE)…… 2009
(202) 224-5042
(202) 224-0139 fax
E-mail: senator@biden.senate.gov
• Carper, Thomas R.- (D - DE)…… 2007
(202) 224-2441
(202) 228-2190 fax
Web Form: carper.senate.gov/aemail.htm
• Martinez, Mel- (R - FL) ….. 2011
(202) 224-3041
(202) 228-5171 fax
Web Form: martinez.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=ContactIn...
• Chambliss, Saxby- (R - GA)…… 2009
(202) 224-3521
Web Form: chambliss.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=ContactU...
• Isakson, Johnny- (R - GA)…… 2011
(202) 224-3643
(202) 228-0724 fax
Web Form: isakson.senate.gov/contact.cfm
• Akaka, Daniel K.- (D - HI)….. 2007
(202) 224-6361
(202) 224-2126 fax
Web Form: akaka.senate.gov/email.cfm
• Harkin, Tom- (D - IA)…… 2009
(202) 224-3254
(202) 224-9369 fax
Web Form: harkin.senate.gov/contact/contact.cfm
• Durbin, Richard- (D - IL) …… 2009
(202) 224-2152
(202) 228-0400 fax
Web Form: durbin.senate.gov/contact.cfm
• Obama, Barack- (D - IL)…… 2011
(202) 224-2854
(202) 228-4260 fax
Web Form: obama.senate.gov/contact/
• Lugar, Richard G.- (R - IN)….. 2007
(202) 224-4814
E-mail: senator_lugar@lugar.senate.gov
• Bunning, Jim- (R - KY)…… 2011
(202) 224-4343
(202) 228-1373 fax
Web Form: bunning.senate.gov/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.Email
• McConnell, Mitch- (R - KY)…… 2009
(202) 224-2541
(202) 224-2499 fax
Web Form: mcconnell.senate.gov/contact_form.cfm
• Vitter, David- (R - LA) …… 2011
(202) 224-4623
(202) 228-5061 fax
Web Form: vitter.senate.gov/?module=webformIQV1
• Kennedy, Edward M.- (D - MA)…… 2007
(202) 224-4543
(202) 224-2417 fax
Web Form: kennedy.senate.gov/senator/contact.cfm
• Mikulski, Barbara A.- (D - MD)…… 2011
(202) 224-4654
(202) 224-8858 fax
Web Form: mikulski.senate.gov/mailform.html
• Sarbanes, Paul S.- (D - MD) …… 2007
(202) 224-4524
(202) 202-224-1651 fax
Web Form: sarbanes.senate.gov/pages/email.html
• Coleman, Norm- (R - MN)…… 2009
(202) 224-5641
(202) 224-1152 fax
Web Form: coleman.senate.gov/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.ContactForm
• Dayton, Mark- (D - MN) ……. 2007
(202) 224-3244
(202) 228-2186 fax
Web Form: dayton.senate.gov/contact/email.cfm
• Burr, Richard- (R - NC) …… 2011
(202) 224-3154
(202) 228-2981 fax
Web Form: burr.senate.gov/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.Home
• Dole, Elizabeth- (R - NC)……. 2009
(202) 224-6342
(202) 224-1100 fax
Web Form: dole.senate.gov/index.cfm?FuseAction=ContactInformation.C...
• Hagel, Chuck- (R - NE)……. 2009
(202) 224-4224
(202) 224-5213 fax
Web Form: hagel.senate.gov/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.Home
• Nelson, E. Benjamin- (D - NE) …… 2007
(202) 224-6551
(202) 228-0012 fax
Web Form: bennelson.senate.gov/contact/email.cfm
• Gregg, Judd- (R - NH) …… 2011
(202) 224-3324
(202) 224-4952 fax
Web Form: gregg.senate.gov/sitepages/contact.cfm
• Sununu, John E.- (R - NH)…… 2009
(202) 224-2841
(202) 228-4131 fax
• Reid, Harry- (D - NV)…… 2011
(202) 224-3542
(202) 224-7327 fax
Web Form: reid.senate.gov/contact/email_form.cfm
• Clinton, Hillary Rodham- (D - NY) …… 2007
(202) 224-4451
(202) 228-0282 fax
Web Form: clinton.senate.gov/contact
• DeWine, Mike- (R - OH) …… 2007
(202) 224-2315
(202) 224-6519 fax
Web Form: dewine.senate.gov
• Smith, Gordon H.- (R - OR) …… 2009
(202) 224-3753
(202) 228-3997 fax
Web Form: gsmith.senate.gov/webform.htm
• Wyden, Ron- (D - OR)…… 2011
(202) 224-5244
Web Form: wyden.senate.gov/contact.html
• Santorum, Rick- (R - PA)…… 2007
(202) 224-6324
Web Form: santorum.senate.gov/contactform.cfm
• Chafee, Lincoln- (R - RI)…… 2007
(202) 224-2921
Web Form: chafee.senate.gov/webform.htm
• Alexander, Lamar- (R - TN) …… 2009
(202) 224-4944
(202) 228-3398 fax
Web Form: alexander.senate.gov/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.Home
• Frist, William H.- (R - TN) …… 2007
(202) 224-3344
(202) 228-1264 fax
Web Form: frist.senate.gov/index.cfm?FuseAction=AboutSenatorFrist.C...
• Hutchison, Kay Bailey- (R - TX)…… 2007
(202) 224-5922
(202) 224-0776 fax
Web Form: hutchison.senate.gov/e-mail.htm
• Bennett, Robert F.- (R - UT) …….. 2011
(202) 224-5444
(202) 228-1168 fax
Web Form: bennett.senate.gov/contact/emailmain.html
• Hatch, Orrin G.- (R - UT)……. 2007
(202) 224-5251
(202) 224-6331 fax
Web Form: hatch.senate.gov/index.cfm?Fuseaction=Offices.Contact
• Allen, George- (R - VA)……. 2007
(202) 224-4024
(202) 224-5432 fax
Web Form: allen.senate.gov/index.cfm?c=email
• Warner, John- (R - VA)……. 2009
(202) 224-2023
(202) 224-6295 fax
Web Form: warner.senate.gov/contact/contactme.cfm
• Jeffords, James M.- (I - VT)……. 2007
(202) 224-5141
Web Form: jeffords.senate.gov/contact.html
• Leahy, Patrick J.- (D - VT)……. 2011
(202) 224-4242
E-mail: senator_leahy@leahy.senate.gov
• Murray, Patty- (D - WA)……. 2011
(202) 224-2621
(202) 224-0238 fax
Web Form: murray.senate.gov/email/index.cfm
• Feingold, Russell D.- (D - WI)……. 2011
(202) 224-5323
(202) 224-2725 fax
E-mail: russell_feingold@feingold.senate.gov
• Kohl, Herb- (D - WI) …….. 2007
(202) 224-5653
(202) 224-9787 fax
Web Form: kohl.senate.gov/gen_contact.html
Here it is. If I don't have a fax listed, I couldn't find it.

Wow Alex! The interview with Edgar is wonderful.
My favorite line is:
"He had the right to be one of the best horses to ever run a race"

That's coming from one of the best jockeys in the world. Remember Peter comparing Barbaro's acceleration to a Porsche? Sounds like Edgar sort of comfirmed that.

Ashley

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MaryS. bless you again. Your posts remind me of a song...You Lift me Up....Not sure if Andrea Bocelli or Josh Groban sings it (or are they the same person :)

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Sam I am, still mad at you for the salami thing (just kidding)....

Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro.
RIP our Shining Sun, Fog.

DÁnne -

This is what I wrote to Sen. Saxby -

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Dallas Crown paid only $5.00 in taxes and all profits were sent back to their country. France snubbed their noses at Americans during our fight against terrorism, don’t pay taxes, and eat our horses as a delicacy! What an insult and outrage!

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Do I need to tone it down? I don't want to.

ALEX, There is a couple of weird posts on your FAQ site. The last two.

Hey everyone. I found this link last night on the discussion board. It's an old interview with Russell Baze (LITF jockey) and LITF. It's during happy times and the video won't make you cry. In fact, it had me laughing. Sorry if it's already been posted here but it's worth it.

http://www.ktvu.com/video/5051259/detail.html

Ashley

There's a new message on the discussion board. It says: WARNING-Everyone Read This!! It should be posted over here too.

That was a great interview with Edgar!! My 4 year old son, my mom, and I all went to Saratoga this summer and Edgar was sooo nice. He stopped to pose for pictures and sign autographs with all the people that asked - including my 4 year old, who had a blast (although I think I was more excited about getting Edgar Prados aotograph =)!!). He def is a class guy!

ACN...Another Comfortable Night...Makes my day! Barbaro is, indeed one of the blessed ones. He is cared for and loved by so many capable hands and hearts.

The number, 40,000 TBs born each year is alarming. Where DO the 30,000-plus who do NOT make $ in racing or competition end up? These are animals with a possible 30+ lifespan.

Can it be that "industry" breeders are just as indifferent to the eventual fate of individual animals as puppy-mill-people are? 40,000 per year sounds like "pony-mill" to me.

Can't the Jocky Club address the overbreeding issue? They CAN, but WILL they?

Hello fellow Fans of Barbaro

I just sent a breaking news story to Action News. Please do the same...let's get the media out to Kaufman Texas
I put Mayor Paula Bacon down as the contact and her phone number 972-932-2856
I told them what is happening
I attached the Facts sheet along with it.

http://www.abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=stationinfo&id=3299803

I think they may be our only chance right now being the email goes right to the newsroom.

See you all later, back to calling Sen. Frist and faxing.

Precious Barbaro...I love you and will check up in a few hours.

D'Anne and Bobbie B,

As I do almost daily, I too called the offices of Sen Dole and Sen Burr. Nothing new to report. By the way Sen Burr's aide on this issue is Dan Woodley, and though I have yet to reach him directly I am sure he is tired of hearing from me on his voice mail.

WARNING - WARNING - WARNING

http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages/?msg=1432.1

Message posted by IndyOndine -

WARNING!!!

Pro-slaughter Spies Are Monitoring This Site

If someone calls you at home, regarding anti-slaughter, and claims to be:

A Senator's aide who only wants to help...Tell them you'll call them back at the Senator's office in D.C., but will not discuss this issue on a private line. Immediately check the compassion index rating for that Senator.

A lawyer or other associate of HSUS or any pro-horse group...Tell them you'll only talk to them by calling the organization and asking to speak to them, to verify. But, you will not discuss this issue on a private line.

A person, who you don't know, that claims to be working for this cause...Be cordial, reveal nothing, and direct them to this Discussion Board.

Reveal NOTHING and believe NOTHING!!!!!!!!

People wishing to KILL THIS LEGISLATION have called some of our members and posed as all of the above, hoping to gain inside information, plant false information, and guide us to the worst possible course of action.

Remember, these operatives are paid to be charming and friendly and give you the feeling that you're getting the 'real story' and 'priviledged information'. They will try to make you feel like you're SO important and influential that they chose only you to contact. This is their job and they're quite good at it.

laura,nc
"squeeky wheel"....laura....you go girl!! Dan Woodley eh? I'll make the oil even thicker!!

Just spoke to my connection in Senator Specter's office. Senator Specter has been a co-sponsor and great supporter of this bill from the beginning.
The advice I got was as follows....I sencerely hope this information is helpful.

Call and write to your OWN senators. They are only interested in their own constituents. Best to spend your time calling all of your friends in your state and having them call also.

Keep it simple. Let them know that you are asking for their support for the anti slaughter bill and please consider being a co-sponsor for S1915. We don't need to get into the technicalties of which bill (HR503 or S1915)
is brought to the floor. It is possible that either one could come up but that won't make a difference if you make your wishes known.

It is the VOLUME of calls from that state that will make the difference.

If e-mailing, NO ATTACHMENTS. They are not permitted to open attachments.

If faxing, keep it short and to the point.

Although the term mark up really refers to discussion at the committee level, there is no reason to include this wording. During mark up they CAN add amendments but it's not what the term means.

He also suggests calls to Senator Frist. He gave us the number for the majority leader's office and suggests we call this number instead of his senate office. It is 202-224-3135

AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, if the bill does not come up this week, it does NOT mean anything. It just means they are under time constraints and it will be considered when they return after recess

Lastly, I have to tell you that I completely trust his advice. I met him in DC and have been in constant contact. He knows what we're doing and is very willing to help us. He has always responded to my questions quickly and has been a wonderful ally as is Senator Specter.

I wish us all GOOD LUCK......I KNOW we can get it done!!!

Laura NC #### and D'Anne,

I have called Sen. Burr for 2 months and finally talked to Dan Woodley in person the other day. He was very nice , took notes, told me the things he hadn't heard when I told him about the issues from our side. At least he listened and seemed thoughtful. He is very powerful in what will be told to the Sen. He didn't say that of course but my daughter used to work for Rep.Spence of SC so she has told me a lot of how it really goes in these Washington offices.

Keep calling , and every time, leave your name and number , or email , and ask for a call back.Good luck and thanks.

Socorro,

You might want to copy your note and paste it into a Word doc, and then repost it here several times per day.

It is too important to once post once.

Jazz

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Cindy,
called Alex about those spams on the FAQs. He will delete them as soon as he stops driving.
Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles. Believe in our Bobby.
And no Alex, the Pack is not going to defeat our Eagles.

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ShellyA

So in a nutshell, I've called Frist & my senators are cosponsors. So now what?

JAZZ -

Huh? Are you talking about the WARNING from IndyOndine?

Socorro
Thank you for posting the message over here. I just think everybody needed to see it. And thank you IndyOndine for letting us know.

SHELLEY A -

Do we call them everyday? Since I live out of the country and really don't know where I will be living when we get back, can't I e-mail all of them? I may want to live in any of the 50 states?

Shelley, great to have you. Missed you the other day.

Good Morning Champ! Another comfortable night, and your buddy Edgar giving an interview to boot.
Enjoy your grazing today and be careful if your gonna buck. Love you lots big guy.

xoxoxoxo

Socorro.....I will open my arms to you here in Western, NC!!
...weather is great too...long Springs and Falls...GREAT horse weather!!!!

Sam I Am,
you're not gonna screw anything up.
Your heartfelt phone call is the important thing.

Alex, WAY TO GO!!

YEA Alex!!!

Congratulations on the interview with Edgar and what a great interview it was! Thank you!

I hope you do make it to the Jockey Club, you deserve it!

Me: So Alex, when do you expect the Big *Network* Deal?
Me again: Probably next week! Best wishes, †KAWilson

Alex , #####
Just wanted to say thanks for the interview with Edgar. It was great and he was so professional. It's not macho to appear soft or gushing but we know how he feels about Barbaro.

Remember the kiss picture ?

The interview gave us an inside picture of Barbaro in his races and that is unbelievable that we can know those things . Thank you , and Edgar , so much.

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D�nne -

That is very sweet. Something to think about.

I am headed back home for a visit and will be looking.

Alex,

Since the Preakness we have been asking and asking for all kinds of things from pictures to interviews to FAQ's and forums.

And now an interview with Edgar Prado!! You have delivered the interview that we all hoped we would see one day. You really have out done yourself. I just wanted to thank you for getting the interview with Edgar Prado. He is a great man and to hear him talk about Barbaro just brings a smile across my face from ear to ear.

Thank you very much Alex for all you do. And Thank You Edgar for being so gracious.

xoxoxoxo

###Socorro

and we can go to the races in person ....better than over the posts like last Saturday.....right?

Edgar Prado interview is way cool, Alex!! Way to go!!

ACN for our Bobby is wonderful to hear also. One more day under his belt. Hey ya'll, in just a few more days they will start sending out our Breyer Barbaro models!!! Excitement arriving in a brown box thru the mail-our very own midget version of our Boy!!

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STEVE--
I am soooo glad to hear an update on Big Dude aka Mr. Boob, I was feared to ask because I know how deeply sad it made me when people inquired about my Sweetness, and my Boo. You just have them for so long, it seems like a lifetime, but it is never long enough--for I am a greedy cat mom, I always want them to stay forever. I know its impossible, but I have always been an unrealistic dreamer, of the impossible, myself. Take care of the special boy, he sounds wonderful, I wish I could see his picture. I bet he is adorable. I will pray for you guys.

JAKE--Please tell your Mom to kiss Daisy for me. I know she is worried about her little best friend. We are all praying for her to be healthy and recover quickly from her ordeal.

SUSAN W.--JOSH GROBAN DOES SING "YOU LIFT ME UP"---ANDRE BOCELLI IS A BLIND ITALIAN TENOR WHO SINGS IN SPANISH, ITALIAN AND ENGLISH AND IS WONDERFUL ALSO...I LOVE HIM....

####Speaking of the races.....Shannon & Zeena..did you break anything from your chair fall last Saturday???

ALEX - I am laughing! I see myself in your scrambling around to grab any scrap of paper to jot your interview notes down on! It's the story of my life. I loved that Edgar was so quickly accessible and you definitely deserve to meet him personally at Belmont. What a wonderful experience for you and for him. Edgar's affection for Barbaro is very apparent.

Thanks for the interview!

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Shelly A.

Thank you for this very clear, concise advice, I have been needing this with so many different ideas it's hard to figure out what to do sometimes.

Also, could you please post that same information every now and then so others will be sure to see it.

Sounds like one of the keys is to TELL OUR FRIENDS to make calls also. VOLUME!

ALEX -

WOW ! ! !

Edgar has become one of my favorite jockeys. That was a great interview.

Alex, you deserve much more than words from all of us, but you probably know that we all love you and respect very much.

Thank you.

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D Anne -

That would be great. If you want to come out to California, there are three race tracks nearby; Santa Anita, Hollywood Park, and drive about 2.5 hrs. to Del Mar, you would be welcomed.

Good morning Alex and Barbaro family!

Alex, that interview with Edgar was great! Meant to comment on George Washington the other day. It's a shame that all that controvery overshadowed what was a wonderful race for him, from what I've read.

Hey Barbaro sweetie!

ACN!! awwww aren't you the bestest boy? Keep on keeping on, you're going to make it!

Now let's hear a whuffle or a snort while I sing you your morning song. Ready?

Eat your carrots every day
Booties gone so you can play

Sunshine, breezes, grass everywhere
A little nip here, a little nip there
There is nothing to compare

Grow hoof grow! Heal leg heal!
That's become our daily appeal

Keep on doing like you are
You're our bright and shining star!

Have a wonderful day, babycakes! Hope you get grazing time and some visitors and of course, some goodies! I'll be in later to check on you. Hugs and smoochies!

#######My cousin lives in CA, so I may take you up on that. It sounds as if you are sold on CA? Good weather there too. Not too many race tracks here...Steeplechases tho.

By the way...thanks for all your postings....they are very helpful to us goverenment newbies..;)

dear alex,
the prado interview is so affirming and what I know in my heart to be true
well done,
how wonderful to take the thread and weave the tapestry richer and deeper.
.well done..alex.
...even from a distance.
.prado ,is so authentic.
.he wants to be there for bobby.
.he said that in the beginning of this story..how he feels barbaro gave him so much..
i deeply appreciate the contact daily of knowing there is a chain of communication..
i do believe barbaro feels this energy --
it is golden
i am here for the long haul.
.i tremble like any one else who adores this great creature..--unlike many porfessional athletes, as alex noted, he is selfless..and deovted to those who brought him up and his feisty spirit and great heart is very apparent.
.such an example of letting go and of being in the moment.
do you hear me barbaro??i think you are the real deal and today, it is music to my ears and heart
for another comfortable night and day.
_____________________________________.
i have been keeping the 4oo horses in my heart..praying for a miracle..it is the worst of humanity in view for the whole world.to see-
.war is terrible on all fronts..and to be at war ,at odds with creatures who give us so much..
is beyond my understanding..
..may light and love carry all who need extra today..
martita

THANK YOU ALEX!! You have been so dependable for all us wanting to receive news of "our" Barbaro. I was just beside myself, that you had the opportunity to interview Edgar Prado!
I hope you do get to go to Belmont, and it is so apparent that Edgar loves this horse, and as a person posted..."remember the kiss picture"...Barbaro knew who Edgar was, and Barbaro looked happy. I think Edgar's visits really makes the day for Barbaro!
Keep up your good work Alex!

Hello to all, and be assured of prayers & hugs to all of you who need them.
It was a VERY LONG night with the 400 never leaving my thoughts . . .
But strength for the journey to everyone . . .
And just saw that Bobby had ACN, and ALEX INTERVIEWED EDGAR!!! And what a wonderful interview!!
(Visualized Alex in his truck frantically searching for scraps of paper, talking to Edgar, and too bad one of those deer didn't go peek in the window at Alex!)
I hope there can be a photo of Alex with Edgar at the Jockey Club, awesome!
The shadows from last night extend into my every particle of being, but the morning has still somehow brought hope...
Thank you all for being so special!

Bobby, love you honey! As the song says "You Raise Me Up"! Votives & Novenas continue!! Hugs, "scratchies" and a kiss on your nose!
Remember to give HUGS to your Mom (Mrs. Jackson) and Dr. R, and Michael! Positive healing thoughts!!
Send a soft neigh to Mike Rea and your friend, "Fog" (love you Foggy).
Will check back on you later. Remember to work on getting Alex a VIP Pass, and keep ears perked up!! LOVE YOU SO MUCH, Peppermint kisses,
Lou Ann, Pennsylvania

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D Anne -

Seriously, consider it an invitation. I may be headed to the US towards the end of November and don't know when I will return to UAE, but need to be back for Summer School.

The weather has been the best anywhere, but the amount of people, the county alone has more than 9.3 mil population, a bit too much.

No, we are not set on CA. I would like TN because of the mountains, but it all depends on how they vote on S.1915 (he he!). We are open.

Boniie MacGraith

Yep, you got it.....VOLUME.

Feel free to repost my message later in the day if you wish.

####Well......coffee break time but will be back later tonight when Socorro should be tucked into her beddie:)

I'll go call some people about S1915 this afternoon and have them call some of their friends etc....etc......that way we should have a good perpetual string going!!

Susan O

What state do you live in?

You can e-mail friends in other states and give them their senators numbers cause you have a great list!!! JUst ask them to make a quick call.

Good Morning everyone. Fine updates today, Alex.

#####Lou Ann - did you ever work at a printing company in Quakertown, Pa.?

#####CJ - email me when you are not busy.

#### Socorro
TN is sooooo close to us. Knoxville is only 2 hours away..lovely state.
But as you say it depends on how they vote.......(what a hoot)!!!

Socorro

It's up to you how often to call....do you feel like they are listening?

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Should be tucked, but won't be (he he!)

SHELLEY -

Seriously, are we required to have only one State of Residence if we don't know where we are going to live? It is of concern to me how each state votes, should I decide to return to make that State my residence.

There are many people here who have not lived in the United States for approximately 20 yrs.+ (Americans)

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SHELLEY -

Sorry, we were typing at the same time.

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HEY SOCORRO...are you registered to vote? If so, use the state in which you are registered...
just my humble suggestion....Good to see you!

great interview Alex, Edgar is a great guy.When I spoke to him about BARBARO you could tell how much he cares for him.His tone was always very low and you knew he hurt cause Barbaro was hurt..

Good Job Alex.

Foot (or is that ear) soldier reporting in:

I've made many calls. Been put on hold a lot and had to leave voice mail. Seems every aide is in a meeting or about to go to a meeting. The person I spoke to at Senator Kennedy's office was accommodating. Said send an email because they can pass the information around to each other and they have a large staff. Hadn't thought about that. Some pushback from some offices--call your own senator kind of stuff. Finding each office has a flavor of its own. Some nice, some indifferent (like I have really interrupted their day).

Another question:
I have read somewhere here or on the message board that this may come to a vote in November. Other than the fact that the slaughter will continue for more months (and I'm not saying that isn't huge), it could still be signed into law without going back thru the House, couldn't it? Why is it being said that if it doesn't get done this week, it won't get done this year? Just curious. Thanks.

Alex,
Great interview with Edgar. Barbaro was lucky to have Edgar in his life when he did, and they both know it. What a special bond. Thank you for posting it.

Sam I Am

No, it doesn't mean that it's dead if not heard this week. More than likely will not come up until after the recess

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My God, if the other 2 are like kaufman, thats 1,200 a week. God help us.

Hello dear friends,
Alex, you are simply the best! To have one of the very best jockeys in the country confirm how special Barbaro is---priceless. Bless you for your commitment to keeping us informed.

Barbaro--we're in this with you for the long haul. So, any lurkers--know this--WE WILL NOT GIVE UP. This is about ethics, values, and decency. Barbaro's owners and connections know what that is. Many others do, too. We are a COMMUNITY. We support each other, as well as Barbaro. We are resolved to win, just as he is resolved to win. So I guess you can say we have a bit of Thoroughbred in us all.

Mary L--continue to heal, my fellow Buckeye.
Steve--savor each minute.
Louise--my prayers to you and everyone else on this site.

Stay strong Barbaro! Stay strong my friends!
Peace and a cyber hug to all,
Kathy from Toledo and the cats

I've got email inquiries out to several Texas rescues, cross your fingers that I'll get the information I need- the local angle the news station wants!

We received this automated letter from Sen. Mike Crapo -

In our letter nowhere did we mention "HUMANE" or anything having to do with emotional feelings.

SHELLEY, my Latin blood just went up (like the Mafia), any suggestions, please e-mail me ssgafriends@yahoo.com

I am walking away to calm down before I answer him back. My intentions are to tell him to read my letter before sending his #%^$%@ (not really) automated letter. I guess it doesn't take Einstein to figure out that those absolutely opposing will have these kinds of automated responses.

$@@%&*&!#@#$&^%%##@$$%$%$!@#$%$%^

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We share your interest in ensuring the humane treatment of horses. However, we must also balance the needs and rights of livestock owners. I understand the goals of the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act, introduced by Senator John Ensign (R-Nevada) in the U.S. Senate, and introduced by Representative John Sweeney (R-New York) as H.R. 503 in the U.S. House of Representatives. However, I have concerns with this legislation, as it does not achieve this necessary balance.

As you may know, S. 1915 and H.R. 503 would prohibit the slaughter of horses for human consumption and prohibit the trade and transport of horses intended for human consumption. S. 1915 has been referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, whiles H.R. 503 was passed by the House of Representatives by a vote of 263-146, 1 Present on September 7, 2006.

Currently, the Humane Slaughter Act (HSA) and other federal regulations enforced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture provide extensive regulation of the transport and slaughter of horses. Additionally, there are serious concerns and questions regarding the effect a ban on horse slaughter could have on the welfare of horses. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reports that existing horse rescue and retirement facilities have a maximum capacity of 6,000 horses. If slaughter was no longer an available option for horses, some horses would likely be directed to these unregulated facilities, which could cause additional strain on the facilities and result in less than adequate care.

Please rest assured that I will continue to work to ensure the maintenance of practical and humane treatment for animals. I will continue to follow any developments with this legislation and ensure that Idaho's best interests on livestock issues are represented at the national level. Your thoughts and concerns are important, and I will keep them in mind as I address this important issue.

HEY GUYS!!!!

Really, that is his name "Mike Crapo." Name fits perfectly, would you say?

My husband made me feel better, I can call him by his name and he can't say I am insulting him, SENATOR CRAPO!

Socorro and everyone

Here is a piece of something I wrote. It addresses the "concern" that there would be too many un-adoptable horses with "welfare" problems if not for slaughter. Feel free to use it if it makes sense to you.

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What would happen to the 90,000 horses that are slaughtered each year, if the American slaughterhouses did not exist?

First of all, those numbers would drop, because tens of thousands of horses would no longer be stolen and sold into slaughter. Those horses would remain with their rightful owners, and drop out of the statistics. (In California, horse theft dropped dramatically after horse slaughter was banned.)

The five to ten thousand horses that are imported for slaughter from Canada and Mexico would no longer be sent across the borders into the United States. These horses would also drop out of the statistics.

Of the remaining number, the healthy horses would be purchased at auction by individuals or by horse rescue services, rather than by slaughterhouse agents. (The horse rescuers who are in the best position to provide information on how many horses they can place are banned by law from lobbying on this issue, so their input is unavailable to Congress unless the legislators themselves seek it out.)

Those horses that are legitimately at the end of their lives -- again, estimated to be only 8% of the original figure of 90,000 horses slaughtered per year -- would be humanely euthanized. (Each year, 900,000 American horses already meet a natural or accidental death, or are humanely euthanized; so the additional numbers of euthanized horses would not create the disposal problem that is frequently cited as a concern by slaughter proponents.)

Thanks, as always Alex, for sharing your interview with Edgar Prado. Thanks too for keeping it focused on Barbaro. You know what we want to hear about! Go Barbaro - and Go Team Barbaro.

PAMELA -

Absolutely! Only registered to vote when my supervisor's father was running for re-election.

USDA -
I worked for the person under the Secretary of Agriculture. He just came on, if we need USDA contact, I have a name.

Marilyn in CA, there would also be several thousand that are currently imported into this country from Canada for purpose of slaughter- which would no longer be.

Alex - thanks so much for the updates, loved reading the interview with Edgar Prado. He is just as special as Barbaro. Susan O

oops, you covered that. Sorry, I missed that line!!

Anna
Is that different from my paragraph 3?

I'm late saying "good morning," so hope it was for all (or is for those out West).

I know it was a wretched day for 400 horses in Kaufman, Texas. Yesterday as I watched horse show competition at the Big E (Eastern States Expo in Mass) all I could think of was the fate of horses and the 400.

I wanted to email Cornyn and say, how can you sleep at night? But it's a waste.

Alex, thank you for the wonderful interview with Edgar! Funny image of you in your truck trying to find bits of paper ;)

I wasn't heartened at being reminded so starkly about Bobby's struggle still being a struggle. Don't need any downers right now. I hate reality sometimes.

Need to fight, and fax, and email, and call....

Oh. Right!

This is what we used in our letters (bits and pieces from everyone's suggestions)

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Opponents to S.1915 contend that there are insufficient resources to care for the thousands of unwanted horses, citing a lack of equine shelters. The number of horses slaughtered in this country is less than 1% of their total number. The number of neglected, abused or abandoned horses is even far less. In fact, the majority of horses that wind up at slaughterhouses are young and fit, stolen, or purchased under false pretenses from unsuspecting owners. The organizations leading the ban against slaughter are actively working together to provide more sanctuaries and solutions for horses. The average cost for veterinarian-administered euthanasia and carcass disposal, approximately $225, is a fee that can be added to the purchase price and set aside for future proper euthanasia and disposal. We strongly believe and support that owners should bear the responsibility, not the government.

Good morning - PST - everyone !!!

ALEX -- wow; how thrilling to have interviewed Eduard Prado and that you will see him soon !!!
~~ note: get yourself one of those voice-activated recorders for interviews such as the one you had with Prado, scrambling for paper scraps & all !!!

BARBARO - you continue to amaze; what a WONDERFUL horse you are !!!

DR. R & ALL @ NBC; thank you for your continued hard work in caring for the Champion and for all the other good deeds you do for the animals.

PRAY FOR BARBARO AND ALL THOSE WHO LOVE AND CARE FOR HIM.

PRAY FOR ALL CREATURES, great & small.

Nice interview, Alex! Adds yet another dimension to how great this horse really is. And how likeable he is. Thanks a lot. Yippee for ACN for Bobby! Grow hoof grow!

Thank you Marilyn for writing your concise response to the question - what will happen to all the horses that would have gone to slaughter?

I am starting an email campaign here in Canada on behalf of the Canadian Horse Defense Coalition ( www.defendhorsescanada.org ) to bring awareness and help bring an end to the horse slaughter industry here. This will be a useful response I'll remember to use.

Keep up the great work, everyone in the US, with your US campaign. We will use your example as we address it here in Canada.

Where is the blogspot on anti-slaughter on the forum that was posted about a few times yesterday?

Someone said we should be sure to read this?

Alex - loved the interview with Edgar Prado. What a great guy he is. Thank you for bringing this info to us.

Barbaro had Another Comfortable Night - for which I will never cease to be grateful. Nonetheless, I am beginning to wonder whether Barbaro has set a record for number of days being categorized by his doctor as "stable but serious"! I guess until the left rear hoof has grown to the point that Dr. R says he can go be a horse in a field, that will be the label. (Why not, "stable but serious, and improving"? As long as that hoof is growing - and it is - he is "improving" - right?)

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GELATIN GELATIN GELATIN - makes human fingernails and equine hooves grow.

Keep up the good fight, calling Senators re S 1915 - to get it OUT OF COMMITTEE and on for a vote. Please remind the aide you talk to, that they are not hearing from rescue facilities because NFP 501(c)(3)'s are forbidden by federal law, from lobbying.

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH

Hope Peace Love & Music - CJ the craziest catlady (Blacie's Mother & Pleasure's Aunt) in Hammond IN, f/k/a CJ of T Bar J (Elgin IL)

When addressing the responses such as "Crapo" it might be good to fax the Myth and Fact sheet from the HSUS. It is accurate and addresses all the issues that those canned responses bring up.

You can't e-mail links but you can print this and fax it.

Shelley in Toronto

Does Canada allow slaughter, or are Canadian horses just exported to Illinois?

Marilyn and Everyone,

Canada slaughters 45,000+ per yer at 3 major facilties - 2 in Quebec and 1 in Alberta.

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Nice story about actor Paul Sorvino's thoroughbred rescue (from HSUS website):

Carol
SD

Marilyn - I went to http://www.ahdf.org/slaughter.html

This site listed 4 slaughterhouses in Canada:

BOUVRY EXPORT CALGARY, Ltd
Fort McLeod, Alberta

YAMATRA IMPORT-EXPORT, Inc
Yamachiche, Quebec

RICHELIEU MEAT, Inc
Massueville, Quebec

BARTON FEEDERS CO Ltd
Owen Sound, Ontario

Of course, I don't know how recent this information is.

Just a thought: Are there ANY slaughterhouses in Europe or Japan, does anyone know?

#### Does anyone know (ALex) if the ceremony for Foggy is going to be televised on HRTV SAt?Since they cover Golden Gate, i assume they would be the ones to show it. Marcy at the florist, didnt know. Jen

I still think that a big talking point is that none of the slaughterhouses in the US pay taxes...How does a business located in the US get away with that, if that is true?

Here's a copy of a letter that Linnie composed that is very good for Senator Frist. You guys might find this helpful

Dear Sen. Frist:

As the current Republican Majority Leader of our esteemed Senate, I know that you are aware that HR 503, the Horse Slaughter Prevention Act, was recently voted on and passed, without amendments by an overwhelming margin of 263-146. The Senate companion bill, S1915 is currently seated in the Commerce Committee where it has been languishing since October of 2005; this bill must be moved out of committee as quickly as possible and without amendments, for vote and passage on the Senate floor.

As the Senate Majority Leader, I respect and admire the influence that you hold to ‘get things done’, and so I am beseeching your intervention and your political ‘clout’ to get the Horse Protection Act, S1915, successfully voted on and passed as soon as possible.

Time is of the essence, Sen. Frist. We must stop the continued barbaric, inhumane and very painful slaughter of our American equines because it continues on at this very moment. I humbly ask you, as a concerned American for all animal rights, that you take these powerful steps now to insure the successful movement and clearance for an expedient vote and passage of S1915 as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your time and your consideration, and most importantly, for your support. I am proud to call myself a member of "Fans of Barbaro".

Most Sincerely,

Discreet Cat worked out today...

Date: September 25, 2006
Track: BELMONT PARK
Distance: Five Furlongs
Time: 59:67 Breezing
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: Dirt
Rank: 1/25

I had seen that the Committee reviewing S1915 is meeting on Tuesday. . . let's hope they move the bill forward!!

Is this true?

Had my neice from TN email Senator Frist, and told her to call too.
3 neices in MS have called and emailed.

All this is fine and good, but I still feel sick.
Knowing what's happening as I write.
Why are there so meny deff ears out there.

The video of Salvation, I could not open it.

I got a email today, from a Bank in Texas saying my account in Texas had been closed.
Funny I don't have an account in Tx.

Praying For all who are hurting here.
For Barbaro too.

I pray every day for you, Barbaro. It makes me so happy to hear of your progress. I also pray for all the horses in danger of slaughter. I love you.

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Anita MA

It is true that there have been years that they have paid only $5.00 in taxes. If you go to www.marynash.org upper left hand corner there is a listing for new info on Dallas Crown taxes for 2000-2004. There is also a memo from a attorneys office that I believe SAPL requested.

Believe in Barbaro

Thanks Anita for researching that for Canada. Unfortunately, there are more smaller facilities that "process" horses than what is readily listed online. Canada's annual horse slaughter industry is a $60 million business.

ATTENTION EVERYONE BULLETIN
FROM THE MAYOR OF KAUFMAN

I do not want to defocus us today as our mission is critical, but I have just finished a conversation with the mayor, and she is waiting for me to call her back with the list that was made up for calling senators today. She wants to go over with me to see if we have the same list.

ALSO, the mayor has said that there are three lawsuits pending, and that the opposition is trying to paint her in an untruthful light. They are getting ready to subpoena her computers, and she wanted me NOT send the list by computer for that reason. I report that so you can see just what nasty business this is...so that it will encourage you to fight alll the harder.

ALSO, THIS IS A FEDERAL ISSUE...our US Senators represnt us on the FEDERAL level, and the mayor thinks, and has requested, that we CALL ALL SENATORS, as we had planned in the first place.
The mayor said that IF this bill could GET TO the senate that it would be passed, but GETTING IT THERE is what we are supposed to about today. That is THE KEY to getting this mission accomplished.

Please know that I DO NOT want to muddy the water.
Directly after hanging up with the mayor I called Shelley A. to confer, and she wasn't there. So, I have made a prayerful decision to go ahead and post what the mayor said. It is a change from what Shelley A. posted earlier as per her conversation with Senantor Specter's office.

The mayor of Kaufman has been in hand to hand combat with these people for a long, long time, and I, personally, think there is nothing like experience. So, I am taking her at her word, and I believe she knows what she is talking about.

If there is ANY news to the contrary will post it immediately.

THE MAYOR OF KAUFMAN, TEXAS WANTS US TO CALL ALL SENATORS THAT ARE NOT ONBOARD, TO ASK THEM TO CO-SPONSOR S-1915...AND THIS IS BASED ON THE FACT THAT THIS IS A FEDERAL ISSUE. WE MUST ASK THEM TO MOVE IT ON FOR A VOTE ASAP...THAT'S THE KEY.

I'll be back after I go over the list with the mayor. Just keep calling till I get back to answer question if there are any.

God Bless Us and the next 400
Today's 450 Rest In Peace

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Emailed to Senator Frist...you guys do the same..

Debbie in L.A....better check that out...if your name is the one the account...could be identity theft..

Jo(UK)glad to see info on Discreet Cat...I love that horse

Hi, Alex

What a wonderful interview. Great questions. Thanks so much for posting it.

Jean

SOCORRO & PAMMIE, I HAVE BEEN CALLING SENATORS IN A FEW STATES, BUT I USED MY MOM'S NAME IN OHIO, AUNT FOR MN ETC.. BY LAW, WE CAN ONLY HAVE ONE RESIDENCE THAT COUNTS TOWARDS VOTING ETC.... A PRIMARY RESIDENCE.-- EVEN IF WE ARE IN A DIFFERENT STATE EVERY MONTH!!! :>) THAT'S KIND OF A BUMMER THOUGH, RICH PEOPLE SHOULD GET SOME BENEFITS!!! LOL!!! NOT THAT I FIT INTO THAT CATEGORY THOUGH!!

LUV YA ALL,
CHERYL
:>)

THANK YOU ARA- YOU ARE SO EXTREMELY HELPFUL!!!

LOVE & BIG PRAYERS FOR ALL OF BARBAROS BUDDIES,
:>(
CHERYL G

Ara
Thank you for your response yesterday about why so many quarter horses are sent to slaughter. I understand that situation a lot better now.

HELP HELP HELP

WOULD SOMEONE REPOST THE LIST FOR ME THAT HAS THE SENATORS THAT ARE NOT CO-SPONSORS, PLEASE. SO I CAN GET IT RIGHT BACK TO THE MAYOR.

God Bless Us and the Next 400
Today's 450 Rest In Peace

And Shelley, Anita

Thank you for the information on Canadian slaughter.

I must say, I am very surprised. I didn't think Canadians would tolerate it.

But then...I think of Canada as something like heaven...I'm sure the reality is somewhat different.

Ara
2:57 pm is the list of non-co-sponsors who are pro-1915. Is that what you're looking for?

Or, see this: http://tinyurl.com/rxtr4

THANK YOU....I'VE GOT THE LIST - CALLING THE MAYOR NOW...Get back with you in awhile.

God Bless Us and the Next 400
Today's 450 Rest in Peace

Try to Fax Sen, Frist in TN and DC. both lines are busy. Waited then tryed again. both still busy.

Love the interview with Edgar Prado.