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To whom it may concern: I will not weary you in a lot of vague ideas and experiences, for they will offer nothing to give action toward your investigating the area of my concern. My concern is coming from above, namely Space Satellites. The Federal Government has placed in space, for National Security reasons Space Stations to observe areas of our great country, thinking that our enemies may attack us. Of course, some individuals within the Government, citizens too, believe any and all means are necessary to protect and defend the citizens of this Great Nation, and I agree. The thing is, these Satellites can and are being used for seeking out and disrupting citizens from their normal everyday activities. Satellite technology doing harm to citizens is a dastardly thing within any country when their technology becomes the controlling factor to those citizens living “the pursuit of happiness” dream. For me to comprehend its existence, Satellite Technology and its usage is as mysterious as its ramifications on my life. The continuous effect of The Satellite Program has advanced my interest; otherwise, I would have never become involved. The effects of Satellite bombardment are unbroken in any and all my endeavors. The Satellite program has totally surrounded me, controlling me, consequentially forging me outside my normal existence. It is difficult to describe the effects and harm the U S Government is doing to my body. My toenail has a tear; toes are discolored, small reddest mark on different part of my body. Laser is being used more of late, due to it’s effectiveness in penetrating my surround barriers. There is no end to the torturing I’m suffering. To say the least, I need something done, an immediately. I’m hoping you may help me in this distressing matter. As I understand, nearly a year of constant surveillance and harmful penetration, satellites are operated by using a ground coordinator. A person who physically monitors, making contact with me, following me by vehicle or coming close to my approxime while in stores, etc. The spying while in my home is done with equipment in neighboring homes, surveillance of my every move 24 hours a day. Sincerely, Lawrence E Richards 352-585-5466 7272 Landsdale St. Brooksville, Fl. 34601 law_richards@yahoo.com
I have been out of work since November 2007. My unemployment benefits ran out last month. I am 53 old and have work hard all my life. I've paid taxes all my life, and this is how my country is treating me. Unbelievable. Totally disgusting. So anytime I am not looking for a job, I will spend time and dedicate to making sure any politician that votes nay on not extending unemployment insurance will be out of a job their next term by informing the public of their decision in every forum available. I will encourage others to do so as well.
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... the Arizona Democrats by taking issue with their characterization of his stance, and leveling a similar charge against US Rep. Harry Mitchell (D-Tempe). ...
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By Evan Brown The re-election campaign of US Rep. Harry Mitchell says they've had trackers at their offices and at events, both in 2006 and this year. ...
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In the past month Iâve sent my house representative - Harry Mitchell two e-mails. The first urging him to support George W. Bushâs impeachment and the second expressing my disgust at his decision to ignore the wishes of his constituency ...
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Too bad the Rep didn't at least note that they had published another article on the same study, written by Robbie Sherwood, former reporter and current District Director for Congressman Harry Mitchell. . In 2006. ...
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Congressional Candidate Puts Cart Before Horse In Debate Quest Posted in June 24th, 2008 by Glenn Church in Arizona, Harry Mitchell, ... , has invited Harry
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Select Election Cycle:
Top Funding Industry:
Lawyers & Lobbyists
Top Contributor:
Schaller Anderson Inc ($23,500)
Industry
Donation
% of total
Lawyers & Lobbyists
$138,900
17.9 %
Finance/Insur/RealEst
$130,350
16.8 %
Labor
$121,500
15.7 %
Other
$121,450
15.7 %
Ideology/Single-Issue
$101,450
13.1 %
Misc Business
$49,069
6.3 %
Transportation
$29,150
3.8 %
Health
$26,750
3.5 %
Energy/Nat Resource
$16,250
2.1 %
Communic/Electronics
$14,912
1.9 %
Construction
$12,750
1.6 %
Agribusiness
$6,700
0.9 %
Defense
$5,700
0.7 %
Total:
$774,931
Top Funding Industry:
Ideology/Single-Issue
Top Contributor:
Arizona State University ($15,190)
Industry
Donation
% of total
Ideology/Single-Issue
$240,534
22.4 %
Other
$200,339
18.6 %
Labor
$183,900
17.1 %
Lawyers & Lobbyists
$160,000
14.9 %
Finance/Insur/RealEst
$132,294
12.3 %
Misc Business
$54,450
5.1 %
Construction
$44,150
4.1 %
Health
$30,400
2.8 %
Communic/Electronics
$15,619
1.5 %
Agribusiness
$4,000
0.4 %
Transportation
$3,900
0.4 %
Defense
$2,750
0.3 %
Energy/Nat Resource
$2,600
0.2 %
Total:
$1,074,936
See more campaign contribution data by visiting Harry Mitchell's profile on OpenSecrets
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To whom it may concern:
I will not weary you in a lot of vague ideas and experiences, for they will offer nothing to give
action toward your investigating the area of my concern. My concern is coming from above,
namely Space Satellites. The Federal Government has placed in space, for National Security
reasons Space Stations to observe areas of our great country, thinking that our enemies may
attack us. Of course, some individuals within the Government, citizens too, believe any and all
means are necessary to protect and defend the citizens of this Great Nation, and I agree. The thing
is, these Satellites can and are being used for seeking out and disrupting citizens from their normal
everyday activities. Satellite technology doing harm to citizens is a dastardly thing within any
country when their technology becomes the controlling factor to those citizens living “the pursuit
of happiness” dream.
For me to comprehend its existence, Satellite Technology and its usage is as mysterious as
its ramifications on my life. The continuous effect of The Satellite Program has advanced my
interest; otherwise, I would have never become involved. The effects of Satellite bombardment
are unbroken in any and all my endeavors. The Satellite program has totally surrounded me,
controlling me, consequentially forging me outside my normal existence.
It is difficult to describe the effects and harm the U S Government is doing to my body.
My toenail has a tear; toes are discolored, small reddest mark on different part of my body. Laser
is being used more of late, due to it’s effectiveness in penetrating my surround barriers. There is
no end to the torturing I’m suffering. To say the least, I need something done, an immediately.
I’m hoping you may help me in this distressing matter.
As I understand, nearly a year of constant surveillance and harmful penetration, satellites
are operated by using a ground coordinator. A person who physically monitors, making contact
with me, following me by vehicle or coming close to my approxime while in stores, etc. The
spying while in my home is done with equipment in neighboring homes, surveillance of my every
move 24 hours a day.
Sincerely, Lawrence E Richards 352-585-5466
7272 Landsdale St.
Brooksville, Fl. 34601
law_richards@yahoo.com
I have been out of work since November 2007. My unemployment benefits ran out last month. I am 53 old and have work hard all my life. I've paid taxes all my life, and this is how my country is treating me. Unbelievable. Totally disgusting. So anytime I am not looking for a job, I will spend time and dedicate to making sure any politician that votes nay on not extending unemployment insurance will be out of a job their next term by informing the public of their decision in every forum available. I will encourage others to do so as well.
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