"That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security."
It's so sad that the government run "shcrools" (tip of the hat to the late, great Rush Limbaugh) willfully don't teach this stuff anymore. Just shared!
There is an old Chinese story concerning a young martial artist learning from a master. While training the master talks frequently about peace, how important it is and his love for it. The young man asks his master this question; “We train constantly for war, but you speak constantly of peace. Why is that?” The master replies; “It is better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war.”
It's popular to maintain that the Constitution never meant for individuals to be armed with their own weapons, and that the militia referred to therein was only the national guard, but I think that is just something that appeals to those of a collectivist mindset. This belief systems has recently been challenged by the “Summer of Love” in 2020, where mobs routinely burned down major portions of cities while the city's own power structure allowed it to happen. Many people suddenly found themselves gardeners in a war, and were unprepared, and probably in disbelief. They discovered that they could not depend on maintaining civilian status in this sudden war that had been foisted on them by various agents of the politically powerful.
What is interesting is they were early in our New country. Guess the Founders forgot why they Rebelled. We need more of it. Went and got my Gold Start DL to make sure I was able to vote. Long rain off and on day. Weatherman was wrong.
This Navy Vet Citizen lost his DL, and has all his paperwork, stating he is a US Citizen. State says Navy veteran is not an American citizen and cancels driver's license https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6g5JNlzg7zM.
His Birth certificate states Both parents are US Citizens, many people are born abroad and have a birth certificate from a foreign country. But are Still US Citizens.
The Golden Words, imo:
"That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security."
SI VIS PACEM PARA BELLUM, Comrades
An appropriate quote!! Happy Independence Day!
The Declaration in your column was a great thing.
Thank you. I felt that would be the easiest way for readers to see it. Happy Independence Day!
Top shelf Dave and to think what the founders fought over compared to today!!
Thank you Frederick. I have serious doubts whether people today would be up to the task. Happy Independence Day my friend!
It's so sad that the government run "shcrools" (tip of the hat to the late, great Rush Limbaugh) willfully don't teach this stuff anymore. Just shared!
Thank Jim. Happy Independence Day!
Miss Rush soooo much! A true patriot!
Dittos!
There is an old Chinese story concerning a young martial artist learning from a master. While training the master talks frequently about peace, how important it is and his love for it. The young man asks his master this question; “We train constantly for war, but you speak constantly of peace. Why is that?” The master replies; “It is better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war.”
It's popular to maintain that the Constitution never meant for individuals to be armed with their own weapons, and that the militia referred to therein was only the national guard, but I think that is just something that appeals to those of a collectivist mindset. This belief systems has recently been challenged by the “Summer of Love” in 2020, where mobs routinely burned down major portions of cities while the city's own power structure allowed it to happen. Many people suddenly found themselves gardeners in a war, and were unprepared, and probably in disbelief. They discovered that they could not depend on maintaining civilian status in this sudden war that had been foisted on them by various agents of the politically powerful.
https://drp314.substack.com/p/be-a-warrior-in-a-garden
Excellent post. Thank you for sharing it. Happy Independence Day!
ONE NATION UNDER GOD IS THE CURE, PRAY AND PREP
Thank you.
Thank you and HAPPY 4th 2024 UNITE FOR OUR INDEPENDENCE OF FREEDOM OF TYRANNICAL TREASON FROM ALL EVIL SOURCES
SHAY'S REBELLION
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMnnpkVgF0c
THE WHISKEY REBELLION
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqmOcvPwW5M
2A History, Battle Of Athens: Americans Used Their Guns To Fight Their Tyrannical Government & Won
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKgx9P7khjc
Thank for the history Gail.
What is interesting is they were early in our New country. Guess the Founders forgot why they Rebelled. We need more of it. Went and got my Gold Start DL to make sure I was able to vote. Long rain off and on day. Weatherman was wrong.
This Navy Vet Citizen lost his DL, and has all his paperwork, stating he is a US Citizen. State says Navy veteran is not an American citizen and cancels driver's license https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6g5JNlzg7zM.
His Birth certificate states Both parents are US Citizens, many people are born abroad and have a birth certificate from a foreign country. But are Still US Citizens.
https://www.westernjournal.com/vet-applies-federal-real-card-ends-losing-drivers-license-citizenship/ .
Please contact McMinn County Mayor's Office (423) 745-7634
Dean's youngest was born in Japan. She has a Japanese BC, and a US Consulate one. A US passport, with a 3-day-old baby picture.
This can become a big issue for Military families whose children are born in a foreign country.
Thank You Patriot!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
You are most welcome fellow Patriot
How have I missed your stack? Excellent Independence Day reading (late for me).
Yes, I too have become fixated on saying Independence Day over 4th of July, etc.
As Rush always said, words matter. While “Happy 4th” makes me smile, “Happy Independence Day” stirs my soul.
Thank you!🇺🇸❤️🤍💙
Great to meet you. I often wonder what Rush would think of what is happening and what his response would be.