Old Glory Radio

Old Glory Radio is pleased to announce that at noon, Wednesday 1 April 2009 we will be gathering at the Humboldt County courthouse in Eureka Ca., to honor the former President of the United States, George W. Bush.

The purpose of the meeting is to establish a committee for the raising of funds to commission either a statue or bust of the former president to display in the Eureka Ca public area.

As this can be an expensive project, it may only be possible to have a bust made, location to be the library, should a full stature be able to be financed, we hope to have a formal statue placed in the Plaza downtown in Eureka.

George W Bush has served as a symbol of the hope of freedom for millions around the world. His successful operation of liberation and freedom is a legacy that will never be forgotten. His ability to maintain our civil liberties, and through keen financial oversight, has both warmed our hearts and protected our pocketbooks during these troubled times.

Perhaps Michael Gerson writing in the Washington Post has captured the essence of his administration when he wrote:

“But that humanity is precisely what I will remember. I have seen President Bush show more loyalty than he has been given, more generosity than he has received. I have seen his buoyancy under the weight of malice and his forgiveness of faithless friends. Again and again, I have seen the natural tug of his pride swiftly overcome by a deeper decency — a decency that is privately engaging and publicly consequential.

Humboldt County Ca., is a place of tolerance, a land of vision. I know the many citizens of the county will welcome an opportunity to reflect upon and honor the good works of such a man.

The creation of a statue will be an enduring symbol of history in the community, Something that parents and teachers can use as a teaching aid and serve as a daily reminder to the community of the man….the times……and our appreciation of his public sacrifice.

We will be meeting at noon in front of the courthouse on 1 April to demonstrate our love for the memory of the wonderful years that we all were a part of. Tom Fredriksen, the host of Old Glory Radio, will deliver a short speech. Please bring signs and flags. Anyone who has composed a song or poem…….feel free to perform. Those with the financial means….your checkbooks.

Interested residents wishing to be part of the executive committee or for further information / press inquiry contact Old GLory Radio News/Talk AM 1650: oldgloryradio.com

DISCUSSION thread on this topic via Free Repbulic……..

FOLLOW UP: We have received so many emails of support and pledges that we will be attending the next city council meeting to secure placement and based on the place will go into design mode. I realize that the liberal city will fight, yet they know not the metal of those that will oppose them. Thank you everyone for your letters……Tom

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FOLLOW UP 11 Feb 09: Ed Note - Received the following today in email:

Tom,

I represent a nationally known sculptor who would certainly be interested in sculpting George W Bush in statue, bust or even a bronze portrait to forever reside in pristine Eureka.

Here is Joel Randell’s website:

http://joelrandell.com/

Here is some press we received in Petersburg, VA:

http://www.zwire.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=19014547&BRD=2271&PAG=461&dept_id=462943&rfi=6

Tom, I will stop in at the April 1st ceremony and show my support. Please keep us in mind when selecting a sculptor. Joel created several incredible busts of President Reagan, he would be honored to cast President Bush.

Thank you for your consideration,

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