“Hell or High Water” Frank
I want to ask your opinion on something…
But 1st, I’ve got a confession to share with you.
Here’s the thing:
I tick-off A LOT of people… and sometimes this really bothers me.
Maybe that’s hard for you to believe because most of the time all you see is what my wife likes to call “Hell or High Water Frank.” ☺
But the truth is that 1000s of people read my emails and get mad. Even more people watch my videos every day and tons of them get PO’ed too.
Just recently I managed to:
- make enemies of a guy manufacturing a product that has what I think are important and potentially dangerous flaws…
- tick off a couple of good friends who were trying to defend me in an argument with some other people (I feel particularly bad about this one)…
- offend one of the largest companies in the survival market so that a large business deal we had going together is in serious jeopardy…
And don’t get me started on the boatloads of hate mail we get on an almost daily basis from the liberal media and left-wing blogosphere who absolutely loathe what 4Patriots stands for.
I start to question whether I’m too opinionated, too quick to call a spade a spade, too aggressive to do what I think is right.
Because doing what you think is RIGHT… sometimes leads to negative consequences that can HURT your friendships and put a dent in your wallet.
Can you relate to that? Has that ever happened to you?
Yes, I have. Tried to help my friend with a wife problem, just told him to give in, & get her something nice to make up, & he turned around & said , Don’t Tell me what to do, I’m not stupid!!!!!!!!
Frank,
I have no problems with you! Say it as you think and we will read!
I think you have to pick your battles.. some are more important than others. Only you no which ones.
Frank, I am so sorry to hear about your situation. I am not offended by your emails and believe you have the right to your opinion whether I agree with you or not. I think you are very passionate about what you are doing and believe in it very strongly.
Some times “The Highest form of Wisdom in Kindness”
Hope you find balance in your future.
In today’s political, economic and social environments, it has become almost impossible to NOT OFFEND or tick-off some one…..somewhere with a thought or an opinion that doesn’t fir their idea of politically correctness. Some people will holler if they were “hung with a brand new rope” Frank……so listen to what they say, but continue to do what is right for You and Your BELIEFS. Like has been said, you can please some of the people most of the time, but you won’t please all of the people all of the time. ROCK ON PARTNER!!
I am involved in local politics, city councilman. Have discovered over three terms that no matter the decision some are going to be happy and some unhappy. To be effective you need a thick skin and the resolve to do what you think right. You also have to have the ability to admit wrong and right it where possible. This last election cycle was the toughest yet. While people were vocal during the campaign they didn’t actually show up at the polls. We also don’t have many people show up for meetings. There is an apathy in this country that is frightening.
Love your products, never really thought about the need for food security until watching your videos. There is a comfort knowing that I have a supply of emergency rations set aside. We live on the Gulf Coast with hurricane season around the corner it never hurts to be prepared.
Well of course. Some people are not ready to progress or fear reality. No worries. Continue to be yourself. Who else can you be?!
Are you kidding, Frank? I live in Madison, WI, a far left-leaning bastion of anti-conservatism. One doesn’t discuss such things as survival food or implements of survival. That would suggest that there might possibly be something undesirable about or inadequate about an all-powerful federal government, who of course cannot be questioned. ‘Nuff said. (Have bought several products from you.) I have served, unlike the vast majority of lefty citizens in our city. The older guys are too busy strapping on their sandals and trimming their goatees. Meanwhile, I survive among them. Keep the faith,
Ed
Not in a business situation, but, trying to get things done for others, yes, this has happened to me. You can not expect to please everyone all the time. Press on.
I was always told that if you can’t say something nice don’t say anything at all. I have struggled with this myself. However, general comments about the State people live in is just wrong. You shouldn’t insult millions of people just because they live in a State you don’t happen to like.
In our home and business, we ‘say anything’ as long as there is no malice towards another individual. We all have thoughts and feelings about issues. Compromise usually is a result of two-way conversations. Lately, no one is allowed to have their own belief system or being able to speak ones mind without offending another. There are so many people unprepared for a crisis. We appreciate 4 Patriots. Thanks for keeping us informed.
I do like your facts on our goverment and it’s many departments. I am red white and blue and a God fearing patriot. But…. Too many contact emails for your products. You have built a machine that must be fueled and that fuel is selling your product to keep the machine motivated. Anyone with a brain and keeps up with world news knows the score. It is up to each family/individuals to be soverign. The key word here is “sovereign”. Some don’t care and few chose to be sovereign by running up credit cards and major debt. They are main stream and not the people not interested in any advise you may have. The rest of us are interested and seek to be soverign
Frank,
Call a spade a spade. Changing it’s name to pointed shovel doesn’t make it less a spade. People are far to used to having everything candy coated. Your name is not Willy Wonka. You’re not in the candy business. Be who and what you you are regardless of what others might think. “A lion does not concern himself with the bleatings of sheep”. God bless.
Totally agree.
Stick to your guns Frank, always say and do what you truly feel is right.
Keep up the good work you are doing. There are a lot of unhappy people out there that feel they are entitled to everything without earning it.
If people don’t want to hear your honest opinion, then they shouldn’t ask. They always have the option of not reading or watching what you put out there, this age of thinking everyone needs to be politically correct and not offend people is a bunch of bull. It’s like the new style of parenting, kids never hear NO, everyone gets a trophy win or loose, they are celebrating being average and standing out to try and achieve to be our very best is something bad. We all needs to standup and speak our mind & the truth.
Don’t change, Frank. If I don’t like what you’re saying, I’ve got a delete button.
Frank, I admire you and what you are doing. I hope you keep up the good work, as others have written. I appreciate receiving your offers, too.
As for your question, well – I have four (adult) children, and I am always in hot (unfiltered) water with one or more, for saying what is right and true. I don’t get in trouble with my friends – they are all dead.
By the way, I enjoy reading your e-mails, but I have to admit that I get very impatient with anyone’s long audio/video presentations.
Frank do you believe what your doing is saving lives ? Then to hell with what other people think ! Do you believe you are harming anyone by what your doing ? I think not ! —- em ! Do you think God would smile at what your doing ? Pray for them ! You know once I thought I was wrong . Really I did ! Turns out I was mistaken . I was dead on correct ! Stay the path my brother ! God bless you .
I would rather be right with God, even if it meant I had to be wrong to the whole world!
AMEN to that
What would Jesus do?
I think it was Lincoln who said something I’ll paraphrase here. ‘you can please some of the people some of the time, but you can’t please all the people all of the time’.
Keep doing what your doing.
If you’re right you’re right, strut. If you are proven wrong, apologize. Always ask God for guidance. You do a fine job. Your products look good and if I was working I would be buying them. Thank you.
Frank Please do not change. We need more TRUTH!
I have found that those I have P. O.ed and “friendships lost” were not worth much to start with and certainly not worth my compromising myself for.
I’m with you on this, I have my on opinion and yes I’m wrong from time to time but don’t tell my wife I said this . From where I’m setting I think you’re a good man . And the way this old world has gotten you can’t believe half what you see . You keep telling it and I’ll keep reading it !!
Frank ever since I got the first email from you about being prepared (something I never thought of before) made me stop in my tracks and think all this that we have taken for granted may be gone in a split second and I’m not ready for anything. Without you I would still have my head buried in the stand thinking everything is just fine. All the products that you provide to us has helped me feel secure that I could last a little while even if I was stranded in my car. I trust in what you say and the products you sell and I love getting an email from you about what is going on what what you think we should be prepared for keep up the good no matter what others say….THANK YOU!
Before I retired, I PO’ed a lot of people. I live in California and I was a peace officer. They all thought they were right and I didn’t have the right to do anything to them. I’ll admit that I was wrong a couple of times, but the majority of the time I was right. They just thought they didn’t have to obey the law because no one was looking. It seems that is the way with most of the people here. They think they are above the law as evidenced by the way they “demonstrate” because someone dares to have a different view about something. If you don’t think like they think, you are wrong, no matter what, and you don’t have the right to talk about it. Too much PC and socialistic/communistic agenda going on. I guess what I’m trying to say is keep going with what you believe because the liberal snowflakes are going to hate you no matter what you do.
Hi Frank this is Ted I do not do a lot of emails because I do not right I am dyslexic so I use Dragon software so I hope this comes out right. Do not lose sleep over your critics stupid liberals are at a all time I. The Bible tell you do not carry on a conversation with a fool he will only bring you down to his level and make folly with you. The job that you are doing is a service for the survival of mankind and you do it well. Those of us who pay attention appreciates you are doing. The people that do not pay attention and do not appreciate and take advantage of what you are servicing will pay the price. You keep doing what you do you only have two satisfy one person and I can assure you the Lord is watching what do. Take care of yourself I hope your family is doing great and thank you for what you do Ted.
Hi Frank
I think it’s better to tell the truth.Most people don;t want to hear the truth.Good job anyway. Going with your gut feeling is your best guide.
Don’t feel like the lone ranger Frank.
I can certainly relate. It’s a really unpleasant feeling when one is taken by surprise by a sudden impasse of disagreement with people you think you have seen eye to eye with for a long time. But I have to agree with what others have said, there is nothing more important than following one’s conscience to the best of ones ability, and being secure in the knowledge that you have stayed true to your best intentions toward the people you interact with.
My email is so full of junk and political opinion these days I spend a fair amount of time just deleting it. However I almost always open yours because it has a tone of simple human compassion that gives me a little spiritual boost at breakfast. Thank you! I’m sorry you are being attacked for doing your best, but don’t worry, you’re not crazy, it’s par for the course! Best wishes, Steve
I have purchased products from your website never an issue. I would actually purchase more but I am disabled and have money constraints I only hope I have enough when S.H.T.F and it will hit it hard. Anyway you are doin a good thing. Thank you.
Most times if I get upset,it’s because of the length of your messages. Adding way to many comets from ‘satisfied ‘ customers is just plain boring, – much like those in today’s article..
I use lyrics look at subject, then go to end to see what your talking about
Frank, just keep on keeping on. I am a person that sees things in black and white, right is right, wrong is wrong! There is no gray area , schools were allowed to teach biblical, morals. Not anymore, and guess what I pray to God that we don’t get changed from that path, unless His will is different.
Tell the truth as you know it and let the chips fall where they may…but pick your battles.
I have found over time, many years, being strongly opinionated will only lead you to ridicule. Since the light bulb came on I have sat back and watched the wind blow. Once a calm settled in I would offer my two cents worth. Unless it’s a situation that required immediate attention like, “DUCK!”, it’s better to let the waters calm down before putting your boat in the pond. When selling a product I like folks who cut to the chase rather than try to prove what a great orator they are.
Thanks for your time.
I would ask that you not make negative remarks or comments about Donald Trump. He will not fail as God Himself has placed HIS ANNOINTED into the office of President and I do not believe your eyes and spirit have had this revelation. Why not ask Him to show you His plan instead. I have bought many supplies from you and believe your motive and heart are pure towards helping people have provisions they will need in a world gone bi-polar, I am 80 years of age and in good health and I never believed I would see and live in a world so filled with hate and greed when men do what they see and do what seems right in their own eye’s and refuse to bow their knee to a loving God they do not want to know .A veil has been placed over their eyes by the evil one but can be removed by the asking, seeking and knocking to a Holy God that He indeed IS.
Well, the truth is that God’s word tells us that as far what we can control we are to be at peace with all men (paraphrase) Even when you might be right, and though I know from personal experience how difficult this can be, sounds like you may have some apologizing to do. I’ll be praying for you.
If you were looking for backup, I do find your emails interesting and the info useful…but in this case this is possibly irrelevant. May God bless your words…
Now you know how God feels-keep speaking the truth-that way you don’t have to worry about wondering who you told what to (trying to tell a lie)
Isa 5:20
Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!
Keep telling it!
Chuck
Frank, If you don’t remain true to yourself and your beliefs, you might become a snowflake and start spouting total nonsense. I have never been politically correct and never will be. I hope you keep being frank, Frank and I’ll be in good company.
Frank the world in which we live in is a broken one. They choose to do their own thing and each person has to live with the choices they make. They can only blame themselves because they do it there way. God has a design for each person’s life. (Jeremiah 29:11. If we believe in a higher power who loves and cares about us and who made us and knows us better than we do then a wise person would choose to trust in Him and seek Him for direction and purpose. There is a way that seems right for a person but in the end it leads to death. I believe that means a physical and spiritual death. When we come to the end of the road of life we will spend forever somewhere and there is only two places. Jesus said that in (John 14:6) that He is the way the truth and the life and no one can come to the Father but by Him. To answer your question I would recommend that you seek God for guidance and direction in whatever you do in your business and in your dealings with people and in your family because if you do you have a better chance to be successful in life and in pleasing Him. Also do not be so concerned about what people think about you but be more concerned about what God thinks about you.
Frank in business your going to tick someone off like it or not. I appreciate the other gentleman referring you to the Lord ! Remember the road to Heaven is a straight and narrow one. You have straight forward approach with your ideas and products just carry on my wayward son .
Keep on keeping on Frank!
Some people just can’t handle the truth. As my grandmother used to say,”this world is going to Hell in a hand basket!” Amen
It sounds like you and I think a lot a like. I speak my mind also.
Frank, as my wife likes to tell me on a regular basis ” Other people are allowed to be wrong. ” Keep doing the next right thing brother. God bless.
I find your information to be enlightening.
Keep being you! I know it’s not much the say but the best I got and I think you’re awesome
Hi frank ! I understand what you are saying perfectly! And yes it’s happened to me as well ! But at the end of the day I can go to bed with no REGRETS ! IT’S CALLED doing the right thing not just for people in general, but for you as well ! Don’t take things so personal and you may as well know that you and think a lot alike ! Keep up the great work !
Frank, sometimes folks are simply too thin-skinned or too defensive. They cannot deal with a disagreement to their ideas without making is a personal thing.
A person cannot live their life, to satisfy everyone they come in contact with. A person can only live their life, as that person’s morals, ethics and values dictate.
Be true to your God, then your family.
Simply Thanks Frank!
frank,
i am a liberal but not leftwing. i have been a prepper all my life as my parents were before me. that does not cause a conflict for me and i dont understand why others are so upset about what you might say. its your opinion, as is mine, and we should respect each other. of course, that is just a dream the way people are today. keep saying and doing what you do. if i disagree, we can have a polite conversation about it. i would never be rude to you just because we may disagree. i actually do agree with alot of what you say and enjoy getting your posts.
keep up the good work.
Yes, happens all the time to me. I’m old and lazy enough that I don’t have time to BS. I am polite to all but reserve truth for the few people i really care about. About filters, we use the Sawyer Point 10 (Buy at WallyWorld, about $50.) in Honduras. OK for bacteria but not for chemicals and they last for years with reasonable care. We get 80-100 quarts a day through one of these.
People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When someone is in your life for a reason, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficult time with guidance and support. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrong doing on your part, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Some people come into your life for a season because it is your turn to share, grow or learn. They bring you an experience or teach you something you have never done. Then there are those that are there for a lifetime. These relationships teach you lifetime lessons. Things you must build on in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Except this lesson. Love this person and put what you have learned to use in all your relationships in life. This is something that helped me to understand why friends have come and gone in my life. I hope it helps you………
If your point is to truly affect change in someone’s mind – you can only do that if they’re still listening to you! Never compromise what you believe, but deliver your message so that it can be accepted without loss of face.
I am not your average fan and customer. I am a dyed -in-the-wool Democrat ! I am also a disabled ,former State worker. I like your products, and appreciate the chance to purchase them. I wish I could buy more but disability benefits don’t stretch that far. I like your style, but I don’t think all those who buy your products are Republican. One thing I want to ask you, do you know why the railroad people are reopening a line in New Jersey? I saw a thing on youtube (yeah, Youtube) about it. Wondered what’s up ? Katy.
The small percent that get offended by just about everything are in the minority and just need to “sit down and shut-up”.
Hang Tough Frank. I got on the County board’s agenda and gave them truth from power. I expect visits from every ordinance officer in the county in the next weeks. Bring it on!!!!
Probably whoever discovered a problem, winds up being the best one to fix it, sometimes a suggestion or even a direction helps; indifference and rejection to inputs is useless, what’s the point of communication, without making a connection?
Keep doing what you are doing. I appreciate getting your emails and reading your honest thoughts. Someone doesn’t agree with you? Then they don’t have to read it. Free choice and free speech is the American way.
Keep up the.good work Frank. I spent 35 years working with the public, and probably ticked off lots of them, but tried to be truthful. Just keep on doing what you are and we’ll keep on listening.
Occasionally some of your emails are intimidating, like I’m a fool for not purchasing 3 month supplies, water purifier, etc, but they’re too expensive on a senior cripple on a fixed income. I just can’t afford those things and I understand your thinking but like I said not all of us can afford this stuff. I do what I can.
By the way you didnt answer my inquiry on whether or not you have or are working on patriot food for cats???
its all about a play on words, im a disabled veteran, i have a handicap placard and park in a handicap spot and use the handicap bathroom stalls, i have a commege four hear bachelors in fine art degree oh an im a white woman! im also president and founder of florida service dogs inc but we dont make money from the program. and i piss people off all the time snd we dont even charge for our services! we simply tell them you have to come learn and work to handle dogs. they want the fully trained service dog from day one for nothing.
im disabled yet i dont look disabled and am deaf yet i dont look deaf i have vertigo and other issues yet i dont look it you see things arent always what they seem. and its funny how one gets upset over words as now im told dont call me disabled and dont use veteran instead its a wounded warrier yet i wasnt wounded in a war, the public tries to say those who are hard of hearing should be called hearing impaired yet they feel they arent impaired. you cant say the n word or call out one who is of color yet those of color are the first tobuse both words and its ok for them but not others everyone wants to erase our history of rebels snd the civil war etc ie i graduated from n b forest sr high rebels as our mascot yet those who didnt had the school name changed. yet they dont want to erase the comments about slavary . i didnt live in those times nor did my parents or grandparents nor great grand parents cause those times but dont erase our history right or wrong its how we got where we are today! oh by the way i supported trump from the beginning and
voted for trump and glad he won st 241am! i was in active army at ft bliss texas when reagan was in office! our country is supposed to be a free country to say what we mean and have our right to religion yet this has been so far from the truth! your words will bring u enemies your actions and thoughts as well depending upon whos receiving them. i read your stuff and sometimes when your selling a product you go on and on and on in hour long emails but i get it ur trying to sell something.
not many people think or beleive they could be caught in a disaster situation in their lifetime and many dont think about the issues and rnt prepared i volunteered for both charlie and katrina and have seen the devestsrion first hand if i had the money id buy your products esp the solar generator! we were out of power for a week from hurricane mathew and our volunteers had to hand carry water in for 35 dogs everyday! i like what you do and say maybe not ur long emails for product sales but its ok i read and scroll to rhe end to see the bottom line the price lol.
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It is better to be Honest with the public & yourself on any subject you approach, that way people will say ” you can trust FRANK BATES to tell you the truth no matter what!!! Right now people need THE TRUTH, some little something they can count on.
I may not have had problems on the same scale as you. A year and a half ago I lost someone I loved dearly and was engaged to marry because I could not agree with their business practices. I won’t say what they were. They weren’t illegal. They were professionally and courteously incorrect, and I could not continue to live under those conditions. I lost my home, my animals, many of my precious items, and the love of my life. I had to start all over in a different place. I still miss that person terribly and am in severe financial straits. I’m still glad I made the decision I made. Morally I would have been badly hurt had I stayed.
You are the salesman, maybe you ticked off the manufacturer, maybe you didn’t. My guess is there was more to it. As you really don’t need me to tell you how to run your business, you must be fishing customers. I told you before and I will tell you again: deep discount the late shelf products for intermediate term storage and cut it so deep you bleed. That’s what I would like to see.
Hello Frank.
You cannot help your calling, it is what you have been called to do donot neglect your calling,continue to open blinded eyes as to what is ahead for us what we need to do to be ready to help ourselves and others. There are those that would prefer a lie rather than truth, it is good to have friends but the bible says that u do good to have just one friend, u r going to tick some prople off along the wsu, everyone is not going to agree with you everyone is not going to love you or your ideas.you comtinut to do what u know to be right and be blessed.
In your business, you’re always a target. My problem over the years, is when my mouth opens, my foot finds it’s way there often. I think your candor is great!
I feel you have your right to your own opinion and there’s no reason why you can’t voice your own opinion this is a right for freedom of speech. I have not seen anything that you have spoken or said that is out of line. Keep up the good work.
people just suck and want to argue anything.. it’s easier than facing the truth that’s right there in there faces.i can’t even talk to my own kids to do some of the things that MIGHT give the a small chance of survival!there’s thousands of people that need to have a fighting chance, your on the top of the list helping us to understand and preparre for a very grim future.i and many otheres t can’t thank you enough for the help,, ideas,and the products you offer at a fair price to give us hope.thank you!!!mr. r crane
We all have that right unless Obama has managed to change the first amendment. I’m sure he’s tried. 😎
Dear Frank,
I’m with you, people just don’t want to hear the truth these days. They think everything is ok and nothing can be done about it. They get mad at me, too, and all we want to do is help them to understand. If they would just look at the facts and and get into God’s word, then they could see, it will get a lot worse. We all need to prepare and stick together. God bless you and keep you safe, keep up the good work.
You are a refreshing honest tell it how it is person. Thank you for all the information.
frank youhave heard it all and i agree with you..keep up the good fight thank you mike
I appreciate you and so many others for speaking the truth and who continually search for it. The Creator gave us each free will. Be yourself. I too know the loneliness and hurt of believing “different” than the mainstream. I pray that all learn to read between the lines.
Thank you for all who served. I served as well.
Blessings and strength to all of my brothers and sisters.
Frank I like you shoot from the hip! What I have learned over the years is simply this, Truth hurts! I have noticed that people get mad when they are slapped in the face with the truth. At that point they got 2 choices, deal with the truth or ignore it and be mad at me, It’s their choice. I’m good with either as I’m, according to my wife, simply a hard ass (carried over from the military I guess). Oh well what ya gonna do? To quote Shawshank Redemption ” I guess it comes down to a simple choice, really. Get busy living or get busy dying.” it’s that simple and I feel you and your products help us keep the living part going! Thank You for that and please keep up the good fight.
Frank, I have a saying that I feel is pertinent to your question, “If you can’t laugh at yourself, then you aren’t worth a damn.” Meaning that if you take yourself to seriously then you are heading for a rude awakening.
There have been a few times when your blog pushed my button and I sounded off. I’m certain that the same happened to you when you read my response. The point is this, if we have respect for one another, take the time to see the other guy’s point of view and understand where they are coming from; then we have communicated and started to build bridges. You blog allows me and others to voice our opinions without fear of reprisal or undo criticism. People may not agree with what is being said but they at least allow it to be said. People might say that they feel what was said was wrong and proposed their own opinion with their own solutions to the problem at hand. In which case a logical solution may present itself, or not.
That being said, I thank you Frank, for allowing me to voice my opinion. I also would like to thank those that read my opinion and supply their own feed back, both positive as well as negative as it may be. That is what being an American is all about. Never be sorry about sharing your opinion or have a strong opinion; just be sure that you hear other opinions without shutting them down because you feel your opinion is a better solution. You may find that there are a lot of different ways to see the same problem. What may be good for you may not be good for me. That is my opinion.
I stayed up on the phone with one of our daughters last night, following the election and talking about the condition of our country. When President elect Trump got Florida, I was rejoicing. My husband and I have been struggling so long and we have worked hard together for over 30 years. We were talking about the last time we remember doing well. The first 15 years of our marriage we were doing great. Excellent jobs, great health insurance, owned 8 homes over the course of those years and had 4 amazing kids. We even got to take a vacation every year.
Everything fell apart after Reagan left office. And now, 15 years later, my husband makes LESS $ than he did back in the day. We don’t own a home and haven’t for 12 years. We just haven’t seemed to be able to recover.
Well, I say praise God for the changes to come. Last night after the call was made, I slept well for the first time in years. I’m not kidding.
We finally have hope. I pray everyone comes together and we will see great times again, perhaps many people who are younger don’t know how much better things can be. They’ve been conditioned to be in bondage and don’t know true freedom or pride for our country.
But the times, they are changing!
Frank,
Keep plowing .
Thanks, Bruce
I have just unsubscribed from your email list.
I would have far more respect for you if you had espoused Republican values when explaining your support of a candidate who defies everything I know and respect about the party he is destroying.
It will take four years under, hopefully, a Clinton presidency, to rebuilding the party to remove the stain of his name, brand and immoral image.
You can learn a lot from a true Republican:
http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/07/opinions/navarro-republican-voting-for-clinton/index.html
I’m wondering how old you are. The reason I am curious, is that it seems people who were not born yet or were young when Reagan was President do not remember how great our country was; how great our lives were. No health insurance? Everyone had it. 50% more people were homeowners.
The liberal media, public school agenda and just plain ignorance has affected an entire generation. The America we have today is their “normal”. They don’t remember or even know when life was truly good.
I suggest you just give President elect Trump a little time. He will not only turn our country around with the help of Congress and the House, but he’ll serve 4 more years! Just wait-the best is yet to come. Thank God.
Keep up the GOOD work. Tell those hard -headed liberals that it’s a whole lot easier to get pissed off than it is to get pissed on!
Keep up the good work. So far all the products I have tried, have worked or tasted good.
I think Frank is doing a great job and always making the right decisions I wish she was running for president I would vote for him everything for food for patriots is great tell all my friends and family
Sometimes you have to say what comes from the heart.
Dear Frank- Idk, cause I don’t really know you, but I sense your a equal sinner as I am. And being equal in that fact, means I feel you know that. I sense you believe in Jesus and know also He’s the only way to salvation. I think you do what you do for Him first and this countries people second and your wallet third. Which is the correct order. i say it’s ok. Sometimes it’s a tough love to love your neighbor as yourself. I say while you still can, just keep doing what your doing. And maybe just try to make every decision as Jesus would, you know, in His Word. I hope that helps. I say God bless you for what you do. And may Jesus sustain you and your family. Bob
It looks like you and I could be from the same breed. I’ve been told more times than I can remember I need to be more diplomatic and not to be so crude with what I say. Sometimes I can’t just be that nice. Your doing good things Frank you haven’t hurt my feels, yet.
First of all i am not found of the liberal media. They lie all the time. I do not think they know how to tell the truth. Second you have your name on the product and have the right say what ever you want that bothers you. Sorry about your friends . Maybe you can get together and make amends.
There will always be someone who gets mad about something, that’s human nature. Be true to your beliefs and let the negative or toxic people deals with their own issues. Everyone is entitled to their opinions. Believe in what you think is right and moral. Don’t worry about everyone else. Keep up the good work!
I like the way you talk! If it wasn’t for the great Patriots like you. This country would not be free or as great as it is. Thank you for your product and information. God bless!
If you can’t be critical of someone or something you think isn’t right your just being phony , people can’t grow and things wont change with passivity
Frank, just tell those people who have a problem with your e-mails you are just exercising your First Amendment rights and they don’t have to read your e-mails if they get pissed off. Just like the radio and tv, they have a choice, they can turn off your e-mails by unsubscribing. Keep on talking Patriot!
All good
All of the above☺. Those that are true friends, forgive. If it’s an honest business that has no fear of their products, they will partner up. Those that are not need to be left behind. Everyone has a bad day, & we deal w/people that are hateful for the simple reason that their fear of what they don’t know is displayed as anger/hate to their unknown. (They need to research to end their fears/anger). Then there are those that if you don’t believe their way or do it their way, there’s the anger/hatred again. Those I leave alone & just don’t include in my life. This is not harsh, it’s simple fact that I don’t need any more negativity in my life than is already out there daily. Lastly as for myself, every day I do the best of my ability on a job & feel good when I get home, then I have done my best and that’s what matters. Others have their opinions which is fine, but I will live my life, not theirs, but my good standards, not what theirs are. If they can’t accept me as this I don’t need their comflict in mine. But I pray they are safe & wish thrm the best. Sounds like people are pushing your values to what they want. (?) If it’s not right or uncomfortable, go with your gut & believe in yourself.☺ Now go have a great day tomorrow!
Come Hell or High Water is what got through 4 years in Vietnam.I used it a lot in my business. The BIG problem is that you can’t please everyone all the time and running a business you try to please where please is needed. But pleasing all the time does not put food on the table or pay the bills. I take words like a grain of salt. Old saying sticks and stones will break your bones but words will never hurt you, it may make you feel bad but you will live for another day.
Your not alone. I own a business and say or sell what is right and have experienced loss of customers. I call a spade a spade and have lost customers before they spent any money. They come to me for advice, being the best in my trade. c’est la vie
I like your attitude and views. There’s too many ignorant fools out there. Pessimists and idiots, as well as really good patriotic and concerned. All those critics can SUCK IT! Keep up the good work. USN Retired warrior
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I like you just the way you are . Honesty is in short supply these days. My wife and I use alot of your products and survival foods . So keep up the good work. You know it’s better to be Pd off than Pd on
You have to ask yourself what is your intent in telling the truth. If it’s to inform and lift up or to harm or get back at someone or something. If God leads you to something he’ll get you through it. God never said we wouldn’t have struggles just that he would never leave us. Wish I could have started earlier putting back for the ones who will be left behind. God bless you and yours
What I had read did not piss me off or pissed on me.You just keep up the GOOD work.
Hi Frank, I think you are doing a fantastic job!!
In our current society, people can’t have a legitimate debate anymore without someone shutting them down or bringing out the “hate monger” label or worse. We don’t allow people to express a differing opinion while still considering that other person as worthwhile. It is important to have people, such as yourself, who are willing to share their strong opinions. My mother used to say, “there are two sides to a story.” Review the incidents you mentioned. Make changes as you see fit for future interactions, and then roll on. Let the others take responsibility for their actions. I appreciate hearing what you have to say.
Frank,
The first amendment gives you the right to express your thoughts, beliefs and opinions. I do not always agree or feel as strongly as you do about some things. So what? We do not and SHOULD not all agree about everything. Anyone getting hot about your blogs should either delete them or unsubscribe.
Frank! You are a Marine! Right? So, you have a gut feeling about things in general, right? Usually your right, right? Then you know that growing, there, will be pain! And, there is loss of sometimes best friends, parts of your family, best business partners, etc! When there is darkness in your life, for example, nasty complaints (I’m being nice here!) you NEED to remain FOCUSED! Remember these words of your past? God put you where you are at present! There are thousands of people you have helped at this point of history, even to the point of exhaustion! Right? God hears and sees your heart! Don’t sweat the little stuff!!!!! Thank God for everything that’s in your life, you are being tested by God, am I’m feeling that he is smiling at you! Just listen to that little but powerful whisper in your ears, HE knows what’s going on at all times! Just ignore the uglies, Love the pretties (God, family, your intended work, and praise God and thank him for everything because you are in the palms of his hands )…… Don’t worry! GOD WILL BLESS YOUR PATH! Keep going, persevere, don’t faint, stand strong! YOUR the GOOD GUY! I would like to thank you and your family, especially your wife, she is also your strongest advocate here! For helping you and America, for her love for you, her patience with all the stress, etc.! Soon you will receive a blessing! So, forge ahead and stand strong, preserve and don’t faint, Believe in God, he’s got your back!
May God bless you and your family abundantly! THANK YOU FOR BEING THERE FOR EVERYONE!
Gratefully
Jeanne Giambrone
Frasnk, you are the voice of us all. We read your emails and sometimes buy something. You always have good advice. Many thanks.
If U don’t stand 4 something then U don’t stand 4 anything? There’s only 1 Truth- & He was crucified because of it 4 our benefit!
Hang in there Frank. Knowledge is power and your survival information and products are empowering American patriots to prepare for the worst that is coming. 2017 is going to be very interesting and those citizens that have ignored the warning signs or have continued to keep their heads in the sand will be the ones in FEMA camps.
Thanks so much for your efforts and keep your powder Dry!
Semper Fi,
Rooster
Yep. Happens fairly often for me too. I guess I just don’t care sometimes and other times I like to pour a little salt on it. Don’t ask me… unless your ready for the truth.
You are doing just fine. Do not worry about the nitwits.
I post so much trying to convince people how important it is to protect our borders, stoop Obamacare, get a conservative Supreme court judge. I also talk about how corrupt the Clintons are and on and on…I have lost many friends and family. I dont care…I really dont. I am fighting for my country and for the future. I am not fighting for myself because I am 72…I am fighting for my childrern, grands and great grands…I wont stop…I will fight until the last breath leaves my body…so what I tell those that dont like it…unfriend me…dont call me…write me off….sorry but my Country is more important than anything.
Amen! Exactly how I feel! If people only understand what is at stake for our kid, grands etc., they’d embrace our new President elect.
Thank God!
Keep up the good work, if people don’t like or can’t handle what you say then that’s their problem! No one makes them read your posts. Some of us with combat experience pay attention. If we agree or disagree that is irrelevant, at least you give information.
It’s good to express your opinions but if people don’t agree then they can go about their way. People do get bent out of shape for the smallest remarks and you can’t control how they think. So, maybe you might be careful in the future but the truth sometimes has to come forward.
As a retired Infantry Officer who has sworn to defend the Constitution (which I actually have read and believe in – unlike the two people running for President this year), I empathize with your plight. I have estranged in-laws and friends because of standing for what’s right. I do what my conscience demands and therefore I sleep well at night. Righteousness will place a target on your back – such is the way in a fallen world.