Obama Supports UN Gun Ban Right Away After Election

Well, this didn't take long...

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Hours after U.S. President Barack Obama was re-elected, the United States backed a U.N. committee's call on Wednesday to renew debate over a draft international treaty to regulate the $70 billion global conventional arms trade.

U.N. delegates and gun control activists have complained that talks collapsed in July largely because Obama feared attacks from Republican rival Mitt Romney if his administration was seen as supporting the pact, a charge Washington denies.

The month-long talks at U.N. headquarters broke off after the United States - along with Russia and other major arms producers - said it had problems with the draft treaty and asked for more time.

But the U.N. General Assembly's disarmament committee moved quickly after Obama's win to approve a resolution calling for a new round of talks March 18-28. It passed with 157 votes in favor, none against and 18 abstentions.

U.N. diplomats said the vote had been expected before Tuesday's U.S. presidential election but was delayed due to Superstorm Sandy, which caused a three-day closure of the United Nations last week.

An official at the U.S. mission said Washington's objectives have not changed.

"We seek a treaty that contributes to international security by fighting illicit arms trafficking and proliferation, protects the sovereign right of states to conduct legitimate arms trade, and meets the concerns that we have been articulating throughout," the official said.

"We will not accept any treaty that infringes on the constitutional rights of our citizens to bear arms," he said.

U.S. officials have acknowledged privately that the treaty under discussion would have no effect on domestic gun sales and ownership because it would apply only to exports.

The main reason the arms trade talks are taking place at all is that the United States - the world's biggest arms trader accounting for more than 40 percent of global conventional arms transfers - reversed U.S. policy on the issue after Obama was first elected and decided in 2009 to support a treaty.

'MONTHS AWAY' FROM DEAL?

Countries that abstained included Russia, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Sudan, Belarus, Cuba and Iran. China, a major arms producer that has traditionally abstained, voted in favor.

Among the top six arms-exporting nations, Russia cast the only abstention. Britain, France and Germany joined China and the United States in support of the resolution.

The measure now goes to the 193-nation General Assembly for a formal vote. It is expected to pass.

The resolution said countries are "determined to build on the progress made to date towards the adoption of a strong, balanced and effective Arms Trade Treaty."

Jeff Abramson, director of Control Arms, a coalition of advocacy groups, urged states to agree on stringent provisions.

"In Syria, we have seen the death toll rise well over 30,000, with weapons and ammunition pouring in the country for months now," he said. "We need a treaty that will set tough rules to control the arms trade, that will save lives and truly make the world a better place."

Brian Wood of Amnesty International said: "After today's resounding vote, if the larger arms trading countries show real political will in the negotiations, we're only months away from securing a new global deal that has the potential to stop weapons reaching those who seriously abuse human rights."

The treaty would require states to make respecting human rights a criterion for allowing arms exports.

Britain's U.N. mission said on its Twitter feed it hoped that the March negotiations would yield the final text of a treaty. Such a pact would then need to be ratified by the individual signatories before it could enter into force.

The National Rifle Association, the powerful U.S. interest group, strongly opposes the arms treaty and had endorsed Romney.

The United States has denied it sought to delay negotiations for political reasons, saying it had genuine problems with the draft as written.

Source:
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/sns-rt-us-arms-treaty-unbre8a627j-20121107,0,2655886.story

Back Online

Power and internet back on.  We had 10'' of heavy wet snow bringing down trees and power lines here in WV. Our power was off from 10/30 - 11/03. Many on the East coast lost their homes and some have lost their lives. My thoughts and prayers go out to them.

Disaster Preparedness

Disasters can affect any part of the United States at any time of the year, swiftly and without warning. Most people don't think of a disaster until it is too late; then they suddenly realize how unprepared they are for the massive changes it makes in their lives. Local officials can be overwhelmed and emergency response personnel may not be able to reach everyone who needs help right away.
Each type of disaster requires clean-up and recovery. The period after a disaster is often very difficult for families, at times as devastating as the disaster itself. Families which are prepared ahead of time can reduce the fear, confusion and losses that come with disaster. They can be ready to evacuate their homes, know what to expect in public shelters and how to provide basic first aid.

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Family Disaster Supply Kit

One of the first steps toward preparedness is the creation of a family disaster supply kit. This will help families get through the first few days after a disaster. Public shelter after a disaster may not offer some of the basic necessities. The development of a kit will make a stay in a public shelter more comfortable, should it be necessary. Store the kit in a convenient place known to all family members. Store items in airtight bags or containers. Replenish the kit twice a year.
Include six basic items:

1. Water

• Store water in clean plastic containers such as thoroughly washed and rinsed soft drink bottles with tight fitting screw-on caps.
• Store 1 gallon per day per family member (2 quarts for drinking, 2 quarts for food preparation/sanitation). Children, nursing mothers and ill people will need more
• A 3-day supply of water should be stored for every family member.

2. Food

• Store at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable food. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water. If you must heat food, pack a can of sterno.
• Rotate these foods into the regular diet frequently to keep the supply fresh. In a disaster supply kit include:
  • Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables
  • Canned juices, milk, soup (if powdered, store extra water)
  • Staples such as sugar, salt, pepper
  • High energy foods such as peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars, trail mix
  • Vitamins, infant food and food for special diets
  • Comfort/stress foods such as cookies, hard candy, instant coffee, tea bags

3. First Aid Kit

Assemble a first aid kit for the home and one for each vehicle. An approved American Red Cross kit may be purchased, or one may be assembled with the following items:

• Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
• 2-inch and 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6 of each)
• Hypoallergenic adhesive tape
• Triangular bandages (3)
• 2-inch and 3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls each)
• Scissors
• Tweezers
• Needle
• Moistened towelettes
• Antiseptic
• Thermometer
• Tongue blades (2)
• Sunscreen
• Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
• Assorted sizes of safety pins
• Cleansing agent/soap
• Latex gloves (2 pairs)
Non-prescription drugs

• Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever
• Anti-diarrhea medication
• Antacid (for stomach upset)
• Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center)
• Laxative
• Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)

4. Tools and Supplies

Various tools and supplies may be needed for temporary repairs or personal needs. Include these items in your disaster supply kit:

• Battery operated radio and extra batteries
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• Non-electric can opener, utility knife
• Map of the area (for locating shelters)
• Cash or traveler's checks, change
• Fire extinguisher: small canister, ABC type
• Tube tent
• Pliers
• Tape
• Compass
• Matches in waterproof container
• Aluminum foil
• Plastic storage containers
• Signal flare
• Paper, pencil
• Needles, thread
• Medicine dropper
• Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water
• Whistle
• Plastic sheeting
• Mess kits or paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
• Emergency preparedness manual

Sanitation

• Toilet paper
• Soap, liquid detergent
• Feminine hygiene supplies
• Personal hygiene items
• Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
• Plastic bucket with tight lid
• Disinfectant
• Household chlorine bleach

5. Clothing and Bedding

Your disaster supply kit should include at least one complete change of clothing and footwear per person. Items to include are:

• Sturdy shoes or work boots
• Rain gear
• Blankets or sleeping bags
• Hat and gloves
• Thermal underwear
• Sunglasses

6. Special Items

Family members may have special needs. Other items you may add to your kit include:
For Babies:

• Formula
• Diapers
• Bottles
• Powdered milk
• Medications
For Adults:

• Heart and high blood pressure medication
• Insulin
• Prescription drugs
• Denture needs
• Contact lenses and supplies
• Extra pair of eye glasses
Entertainment

• Games and books
Important Family Documents:

Keep these in a waterproof, portable container.

• Wills, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds
• Passports, social security cards, immunization records
• Bank account numbers
• Credit card account numbers and companies
• Inventory of valuable goods, important telephone numbers
• Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)

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4-Step Family Preparedness Plan

In addition to your family disaster supply kit, develop a family preparedness plan. This plan needs to be known to all family members. A basic preparedness plan has four steps: - Do your homework. - Create a family disaster plan. - Make a checklist and periodically update it. - Practice and maintain your plan.

1. Do your homework

Find out what disasters could happen in your area. Contact your local emergency management or civil defense office and American Red Cross chapter to:

• Learn which disasters are possible where you live and how these disasters might affect your family.
• Request information on how to prepare and respond to each potential disaster.
• Learn about your community's warning signals, what they sound like, what they mean and what actions you should take when they are activated.
• Learn about local, state or federal assistance plans.
• Find out about the emergency response plan for your workplace, your children's school or day-care center, as well as other places where your family spends time.
• Develop a list of important telephone numbers (doctor, work, school, relatives) and keep it in a prominent place in your home.
• Ask about animal care. Pets may not be allowed inside shelters because of health regulations.

2. Create a family disaster plan

Discuss with your family the need to prepare for disaster. Explain the danger of fire, severe weather (tornadoes, hurricanes) and floods to children. Develop a plan to share responsibilities and how to work together as a team.

• Discuss the types of disasters that are most likely to occur and how to respond.
• Establish meeting places inside and outside your home, as well as outside the neighborhood. Make sure everyone knows when and how to contact each other if separated.
• Decide on the best escape routes from your home. Identify two ways out of each room.
• Plan how to take care of your pets.
• Establish a family contact out-of-town (friend or relative). Call this person after the disaster to let them know where you are and if you are okay. Make sure everyone knows the contact's phone number.
• Learn what to do if you are advised to evacuate.

3. Make a checklist and periodically update it

• Post emergency telephone numbers by phones (fire, police, ambulance, etc.).
• Teach your children how and when to call 911 or your local EMS number for help.
• Show each family member how to turn off the water, gas and electricity at the main valves or switches.
• Teach each family member how to use a fire extinguisher (ABC type) and have a central place to keep it. Check it each year.
• Install smoke detectors on each level of your home, especially near bedrooms.
• Conduct a home hazard hunt.
• Stock emergency supplies and assemble a disaster supply kit.
• Learn basic first aid. At the very least, each family member should know CPR, how to help someone who is choking and first aid for severe bleeding and shock. The Red Cross offers basic training of this nature.
• Identify safe places in your home to go for each type of disaster.
• Check to be sure you have adequate insurance coverage.

4. Practice and maintain your plan

• Test children's knowledge of the plan every 6 months so they remember what to do.
• Conduct fire and emergency evacuation drills.
• Replace stored water and food every 6 months.
• Test your smoke detectors monthly and change the batteries once a year.
And... In conjunction with the preparedness plan, working with neighbors can save lives and property. Meet with neighbors to plan how the neighborhood could work together after a disaster until help arrives. Members of a neighborhood organization, such as a home association or crime watch group, can introduce disaster preparedness as a new activity.
Know your neighbors' special skills (medical, technical) and consider how to help neighbors who have special needs, such as disabled and elderly persons. Make plans for child care in case parents can't get home.


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Preparing Children for Disaster

As you develop your preparedness plan, include children in the planning process. Teach your children how to recognize danger signals. Make sure they know what smoke detectors and other alarms sound like. Make sure they know how and when to call for help. If you live in a 9-1-1 service area, tell your child to call 9-1-1. If not, check your telephone directory for the number. Keep all emergency numbers posted by the phone.
Help your children to memorize important family information. They should memorize their family name, phone number and address.
They also should know where to meet in case of an emergency. If children are not old enough to memorize the information, they should carry a small index card to give to an adult or babysitter that lists the emergency information.

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Special Preparations for People with Disabilities

People with disabilities may need to take additional steps to prepare for disaster. If you are disabled or know someone who is, the following precautions should be taken.

• Ask about special assistance that may be available to you in an emergency. Many communities ask people with disabilities to register, usually with the fire department or emergency management office, so needed help can be provided quickly in an emergency.

• If you currently use a personal care attendant obtained from an agency, check to see if the agency has special provisions for emergencies (e.g. providing services at another location should an evacuation be ordered).
• Determine what you will need to do for each type of emergency. For example, most people head for a basement when there is a tornado warning, but most basements are not wheelchair accessible. Determine in advance what your alternative shelter will be and how you will get there.
• Learn what to do in case of power outages and personal injuries. Know how to connect or start a back-up power supply for essential medical equipment.
• If you or someone in your household uses a wheelchair, make more than one exit from your home wheelchair accessible in case the primary exit is blocked.
• Consider getting a medic alert system that will allow you to call for help if you are immobilized in an emergency.
• Store back-up equipment, such as a manual wheelchair, at a neighbor's home, school or your workplace.
• Avoid possible hazards by fastening shelves to the wall and placing large, heavy objects on the lower shelves or near the wall. Also hang pictures or mirrors away from beds. Bolt large pictures or mirrors to the wall. Secure water heaters by strapping them to a nearby wall.

Special Preparations for the Hearing Impaired

Deaf or hearing impaired individuals will have a more difficult time communicating after a disaster. People may not realize you can't hear warning signals and instructions, and may leave you behind. If there is a power failure, your teletypewriter will be useless, and communicating in the dark will require a flashlight.

To avoid potential problems you should:

• Make sure you have a flashlight, pad and pencil by your bed at home.
• Ask a neighbor to be your source of information as it comes over the radio.
• Remind co-workers that you can't hear an evacuation order.
• If you are trapped in a room, knock on the door or hit objects together to let others know you are there.

Special Preparations for the Visually Impaired

Blind or visually impaired individuals will have a difficult time after a disaster if surroundings have been greatly disrupted. In addition, seeing eye dogs may be too frightened or injured to be reliable.
Have an extra cane at home and work, even if you have a seeing eye dog. If you are trapped, make noise to alert others. Also keep in mind that, if electricity fails, blind people can assist sighted people and potentially save lives.


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Evacuation Procedures

- Evacuations during a disaster are a common event. Evacuation procedures vary by location and disaster. Contact your local emergency management or civil defense office for specific evacuation plans.
The amount of time you will have to evacuate depends on the disaster. Some disasters, such as hurricanes, may allow several days to prepare. Hazardous materials accidents may only allow moments to leave. This means that preparation is essential since there may not be time to collect the basic necessities.
Evacuations can last for several days. During this time you may be responsible for part or all of your own food, clothing and other supplies.


Preparing for Evacuation

Advance planning will make evacuation procedures easier. First, you should have your family disaster supply kit and plan ready. Additional steps that can aid preparedness include:

1. Review possible evacuation procedures with your family.

• Ask a friend or relative outside your area to be the check-in contact so that everyone in the family can call that person to say they are safe.
• Find out where children will be sent if they are in school when an evacuation is announced.
2. Plan now where you would go if you had to evacuate.

• Consider the homes of relatives or friends who live nearby, but outside the area of potential disaster.
• Contact the local emergency management office for community evacuation plans. Review public information to identify reception areas and shelter areas.
3. Keep fuel in your car's gas tank at all times. During emergencies, filling stations may be closed. Never store extra fuel in the garage.
4. If you do not have a car or other vehicle, make transportation arrangements with friends, neighbors or your local emergency management office.
5. Know where and how to shut off electricity, gas and water at main switches and valves. Make sure you have the tools you need to do this (usually pipe and crescent or adjustable wrenches). Check with your local utilities for instructions.

Evacuating

When you are told to evacuate there are four steps you need to take:

1. If there is time, secure your house.

• Unplug appliances.
• Turn off the main water valve.
• Take any actions needed to prevent damage to water pipes by freezing weather, if this is a threat.
• Securely close and lock all doors, windows and garage.
2. Follow recommended evacuation routes. Do not take shortcuts, they may be blocked.
3. Listen to the radio for emergency shelter information.
4. Carry your family disaster supply kit.


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Returning Home After the Disaster

1. Do not return until the local authorities say it is safe.
2. Continue listening to the radio for information and instructions.
3. Use extreme caution when entering or working in buildings-- structures may have been damaged or weakened. Watch for poisonous snakes in flooded structures and debris.
4. Do not take lanterns, torches or any kind of flame into a damaged building. There may be leaking gas or other flammable materials present. Use battery-operated flashlights for light. If you suspect a gas leak, do not use any kind of light. The light itself could cause an explosion.
5. If you smell leaking gas, turn off the main gas valve at the meter. If you can open windows safely, do so.

• Do not turn on lights--they can produce sparks that may ignite the gas.
• Leave the house immediately and notify the gas company or the fire department.
• Do not reenter the house until an authorized person tells you it is safe to do so.
6. Notify the power company or fire department if you see fallen or damaged electrical wires.
7. If any of your appliances are wet, turn off the main electrical power switch in your home before you unplug them. Dry out appliances, wall switches and sockets before you plug them in again. Call utility companies for assistance.
8. Check food and water supplies for contamination and spoilage before using them.
9. Wear sturdy shoes when walking through broken glass or debris, and use heavy gloves when removing debris.
10. After the emergency is over, telephone your family and friends to tell them you are safe.

Source:
http://www.ag.uidaho.edu/disaster/prepare/why.html

Home Remedies

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Cold and flu season is well and truly upon us and all around me people are dropping like flies! When cold and flu strikes you have three options…

1. Ride it out.

2. Take conventional medicine riddled with unknown ingredients more likely to do more harm than good.

3. Whip up one (or more!) of these six wonderful time tested home remedies that use only natural and nourishing ingredients to quickly heal you from the inside.

In this blog post I share six wonderful home remedies that you can whip up to fight cold and flu symptoms as shared by some of the most wonderful bloggers in the blogosphere.

Cold & Flu Home Remedy #1
Homemade Herbal Cold Care Capsules

These cold care capsules are loaded with potent healing herbs, such as echinacea, thyme, rose hips and cayenne to stop cold and flu in its tracks.

Click Here To Get The Full Recipe

Cold & Flu Home Remedy #2
Homemade Spicy Honey Cider Syrup

 A spoonful of this wonderful healing honey cider spicy syrup will have you feeling better in no time when cold and flu strikes.

Click Here For The Full Recipe

Cold & Flu Home Remedy #3
Homemade Herbal Cold & Flu Tea

Two or three cups of this herbal tea will make you sweat and lower a fever. Brew yourself a pot of this wonderful recipe.

Click Here For The Full Recipe (Scroll down a little)

Cold & Flu Home Remedy #4
Homemade Decongestant Rub 

One of the most frustrating symptoms of a cold is the congestion that makes it almost impossible to sleep. This wonderful homemade alternative to Vicks vapor rub will decongest you in moments.

Click Here For The Full Recipe

Cold & Flu Home Remedy #5
Homemade Aloe & Witch Hazel Sanitizer

One of the best ways to stop the spread of cold and flu germs is to regularly wash your hands. Some hand sanitizers are loaded with chemicals that you don’t really want to be putting on your skin so make this all natural witch hazel and aloe sanitizer instead.

Click Here For The Full Recipe 

Cold & Flu Home Remedy #6
Cough-Be-Gone & Sore Throat Syrup Recipe

This is a great recipe using a huge number of helpful herbs, seeds, roots, barks and even an orange peel. It not only helps relieve symptoms of a cough, it also eases the pain of a sore throat.

Click Here For The Full Recipe

These six home remedies (and the bonus one that I just found) can help to reduce the risk of you catching cold and flu, they can make the symptoms more bearable if you do, and they can help to quicken the rate of your recovery.

Source:

http://www.revitaliseyourhealth.com/home-remedies-for-cold-flu/

Funny Stuff

Switzerland Prepares For Mass Civil Unrest In Europe

Switzerland Prepares For Mass Civil Unrest In Europe

Despite being one of the most stable and economically vibrant countries in the world, primarily as a result of its refusal to join the Euro, Switzerland is preparing for mass civil unrest in central Europe that could spill over its border, by mobilizing troops to deal with potential disorder.

Editor’s Note: You know there’s a problem when the traditionally reserved and neutral Swiss start mobilizing their military as a contingency plan for the possible collapse of law and order throughout the continent of Europe. 

The Swiss military is adding four new military battalions to its army that will be spread around the country for the purposes of dealing with the fallout from any widespread disorder that could arise from the crumbling Eurozone.

“Minister Maurer, accompanied by whispers from the top uniformed leadership in Switzerland, is trying to raise awareness that Europe’s massive fiscal-cum-political crisis could get very unpleasant, writes John R. Schindler, a professor of national security affairs at the U.S. Naval War College. “Swiss military exercises in September, called STABILO DUE, were based on EU instability getting out of hand. The Swiss have stayed out of the EU – one more thing the very prosperous Swiss are gloating about these days – and they certainly don’t want EU problems spilling over into their peaceful little country.”

Maurer is concerned that the massive decline in European militaries since the end of the Cold War could leave countries vulnerable to insurrections and even race wars.

Schindler notes that if the ire of Muslims is raised a couple of notches above the anger that was stirred as a result of the YouTube “film” which insulted the Prophet Mohammad, immigrants in European countries could rise up.

“It’s commonly held by European security insiders that if the next Anders Brievik were to target Muslims, not fellow Europeans, things could get unimaginably ugly very quickly,” he writes. “It is difficult to see how Europe’s much smaller militaries could cope with massive civil disturbances. (And don’t ask Uncle Sam for help, since the very last thing the Pentagon wants is to get dragged into any riot suppression – particularly putting down Muslim uprisings – anywhere in Europe.)”

Switzerland maintains a trained army of 200,000 troops, a massive amount considering the nation’s tiny population. All military age males are also mandated to complete basic training, meaning the country can rely on a huge militia in times of crisis, a fact many historians cite when explaining why Hitler refused to invade Switzerland during World War Two even though it was surrounded by Nazi-occupied bordering countries.

Europe has been rocked with riots and unrest over the last three years, tensions that have only increased in recent months. France, Britain, Italy, Greece, Portugal and most recently Spain have all witnessed scenes of unprecedented disorder.

A growing underclass as the gap between rich and poor widens allied with harsh austerity measures which punish those least responsible yet most vulnerable to the economic collapse have fanned the flames of discontent.

In Spain, which was devastated by huge riots last month, youth unemployment has risen to exceed 50%, while benefits have been slashed. Overall unemployment stands at a staggering 25.1 per cent. Compare that to Switzerland which has an unemployment rate of just 2.8 per cent and the foresight of the Swiss in staying out of the Euro is admirable.

 This article has been contributed by Paul Joseph Watson of Prison Planet and was originally published at Infowars.com.

 

Source:

http://preppercentral.com/?p=2888

Sphere Sculptures Around the World.

Sphere Sculptures Around the World.

 

These Sphere Sculptures have been placed all across the world without any kind of mainstream media coverage giving basic information about them.  Are these some kind a sign? It looks if a new world is emerging from an “old world”, or a new planet breaking through the Earths surface; Ending the world as we know it…

The Sphere Within Sphere (Sfera con Sfera) was created by an Italian sculptor named Arnaldo Pomodoro. He originally created it for the Vatican Church but it now has spread across the globe. It can be found at these places;

Trinity College in Dublin,



The United Nations Headquarters in New York,


The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in Washington, D.C.,

Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis,

the de Young Museum in San Francisco,

Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art,

American Republic Insurance Company in Des Moines,Iowa,

and at The University of California, Berkeley.

Source:
http://www.utaot.com/2012/10/12/sphere-sculptures-around-the-world/

Report: Obama attempting to block major story on donor scandal

On Thursday, the Washington Examiner reported that the Obama campaign has been trying to block a story that reveals a major donor scandal being prepared by a national magazine and web site.
"But," Paul Bedard wrote, a "key source said it plans to publish the story Friday or, more likely, Monday."
According to Bedard's sources, "a taxpayer watchdog group conducted a nine-month investigation into presidential and congressional fundraising and has uncovered thousands of cases of credit card solicitations and donations to Obama and Capitol Hill, allegedly from unsecure accounts, and many from overseas."
"That," he added, "might be a violation of federal election laws."
Bedard said that the Obama re-election campaign has received "hundreds of millions in small dollar donations, many via credit card donations through their website. On Thursday, the campaign announced a record September donor haul of $150 million."
"To raise $150 million in a month, you need an awful lot of donors," a post at Hot Air observed.
A similar problem was unearthed during the 2008 campaign when a Kansas City couple reported a "strange" $2,300 donation to Obama that appeared on their credit card statement. The couple said they were McCain voters and would never donate to Obama.
Although Chase dropped the charge, further investigation revealed a number of donations from fictional characters like Bart Simpson, Daffy Duck and King Kong, all using prepaid credit cards. Even "O. J. Simpson" donated $5 to the campaign.
"At the time," Bedard said, "the Washington Post reported that the Obama campaign let donors use 'largely untraceable prepaid credit cards that could potentially be used to evade limits on how much an individual is legally allowed to give or to mask a contributor's identity.'"
In 2008, the Post said that questions were raised when they discovered that Mary T. Biskup, a retired insurance manager from Manchester, MO., had donated $174,800 to the Obama campaign, according to FEC reports.
"Contributors are limited to giving $2,300 for the general election," the Post said.
Worse yet, Biskup told the Post she never donated to the Obama campaign and her credit card was never billed for the donations.

Source:
http://www.examiner.com/article/report-obama-attempting-to-block-major-story-on-donor-scandal