Happy Birthday George Washington!

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Brian Reilly in Articles

“The Constitution is the guide which I never will abandon.”
-George Washington

George Washington was born February 22, 1732 in what later would become the state of Virginia.

We celebrate and remember Washington’s contribution to our nation as a founder, a general during the American Revolution, and our first President of the United States. George Washington would go on to serve two terms as president.

Is America a Christian Nation?: The Founders’ Intentions

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Keith A. Kelso in Articles

Is America a Christian nation? It’s a somewhat controversial question we often hear in American society and politics. During his election, Barack Obama was criticized for a pre-presidential speech in which he said America was not just a Christian nation, but also a Jewish nation, a Muslim nation, etc., etc. Ok, I get it. Multiculturalism is what all the cool kids are doing these days. I won’t expound upon my opinion on that particular point. But many still wonder what the correct answer to this question is.

To conservatives, an important part of this debate should be whether or not the founding fathers intended us to be a Christian nation. Some contend that our founders were all devout Christians and describe their intended form of government as a borderline theocracy. Others harp on the popularity of deism in the late eighteenth century, claiming that it was the majority theological opinion among the founders. Both of these positions cite some credible evidence, but willingly ignore some as well. So were the founders Christians? And did they intend the United States to be a Christian nation?

We certainly know that some of the founders were Christians; Roger Sherman, the only signer of the four major documents of America’s founding (the Articles of Association of 1774, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution), was an active lay worker in his church and was spoken highly of by his pastor, Jonathan Edwards, Jr., son of the famed theologian. Gouverneur Morris, whose leadership of the Committee on Style gave him an important role in the wording of the Constitution, was an Episcopal who believed in a God who took an active role in the affairs of men. John Jay, a contributor to the Federalist Papers and the first chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, served as president of the American Bible Society after retiring from government and politics. These three are just a sampling of the Christians involved in every aspect of the founding of our nation.

However, we also know that some of the founders did not quite hold to the orthodox definition of Christianity. Benjamin Franklin’s deism is well documented; the aged statesman put his faith in human reason rather than Christ, believing he could achieve moral perfection on his own. Thomas Jefferson described himself as a Christian only in the sense that he adhered to the moral teachings of Christ. He rejected anything supernatural, including the deity of Jesus, and even called the Book of Revelation “the ravings of a Maniac.” And John Adams rejected the faith of his youth, turning instead to the Unitarian church.

So we certainly cannot say that the founders, as a whole, were devout Christians, but many of them certainly were. So did they envision a biblical foundation for the new nation? Many founders acknowledged the advantage that Christian morality brought to society. Adams cited the advantages of Christianity in that it “brings the great principle of the law of nature and nations . . . to the knowledge, belief and veneration of the whole people. Children, servants, women and men are all professors in the science of public morality. . . . The duties and rights of the man and the citizen are thus taught from early infancy.” Jefferson, who was devoted to the ethical teachings of classical philosophers, realized that republican government needed a stronger moral structure, which he realized could only be found in Christianity.

A generation after the founding era, Alexis de Tocqueville marveled at the role that Christianity played in American society and government: “in France I had almost always seen the spirit of religion and the spirit of freedom pursuing courses diametrically opposed to each other: but in America I found that they were intimately united, and that they reigned in common over the same country.” “Religion,” he said, “must be regarded as the foremost of the political institutions of that country; for if it does not impart a taste for freedom, it facilitates the use of free institutions.”

So why, if Christian morality was so essential to republican government, was religion not enforced? Because, as James Madison said, “Religion flourishes in greater purity, without than with the aid of Government.” So while the founders clearly intended the United States to be a nation of religious morality, the basis of which was certainly the Christian Bible, they knew that the people could not be forced into being Christian, but rather must choose it for themselves.

We the People say, You Work For Us!

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Xavier Lerma in Opinion

Have you ever hired someone to do a job for you? Instead of doing their job they tell you what to do. Have you ever gone to a restaurant and the waiter tells you what you should eat? A restaurant like that would easily go out of business. Any business would go belly up if they ignored the customer. The same it will be with the arrogant U.S. government. They are trillions of dollars in debt and refuse to hear the voices of America.

In America, the people elect those who will represent them. Once congressman are elected they work when they want and can give themselves more money anytime. The American dream job! They have groups of people who give them money. The more you give, the more you get from them.

Perhaps the constitution should have read, “We who have the most money” instead of “We the people”. Ah, but “We the people” was not changed. Which means Americans can warmly tell any elected official, “Screw you! You work for us”; and not for the people who bribed you or gave more campaign contributions! America, live propaganda free and watch this great video by sunsetfans:

“YOU WORK FOR US”

Abraham Lincoln is an American legend. As president he saved the Union. He is a sign of strength, honesty and leadership. He listened to the voices of his people. He served America even giving up his life for it. He has said:

“Democracy is the government of the people, by the people, for the people.”

“The legitimate object of government, is to do for a community of people, whatever they need to have done, but cannot do, at all, or can not, so well do, for themselves — in their separate, and individual capacities.”

How many of America’s elected can we truly say serve America as Lincoln once did? Even as early as 1939 a movie about corruption in congress was made. “Mr Smith Goes to Washington“. Mr Smith is a good man fighting corruption in congress.

“…another lost cause”

Rep. Joe Wilson, called Obama a liar in front of Obama and Congress. Obama was talking about his mysterious health care bill where the president insisted illegal immigrants would not get free health care. Rep. Joe Wilson rightly said he was a liar. Even today Obama is wasting millions of tax dollars suing Arizona for treating illegal immigrants as “illegal”. Rep. Joe Wilson lost his backbone later and apologized for fear of reprisals. Well, at least he tried. Nevertheless it was a great moment in history.

Rep. Joe Wilson shouted “You lie! 1:28

Heroic efforts from men like Washington and Lincoln are all true and seldom found. Where is America’s backbone? Truth was spoken fearlessly by America long ago. Dr. Martin Luther King certainly was not afraid against the government. His focus was equality for all. The “character” of a person is more important than the color of his skin. He held America accountable to enforce the Constitution and Bill of Rights.

“…America, be true to what you said on paper”- Martin Luther King

Dr. Alveda King (Dr. Martin Luther King’s niece) surely had courage to speak last August. She was unafraid to speak what she believes to be true. Money and her constituents did not influence her speech. She apologized to no one and knows that God is more important.

“…nations moral poverty” – Dr. Alveda King

Elected officials seldom speak that which is true and necessary. They need money and votes to stay in power. They are either like Obama who vote with their party and do whatever their puppet masters tell them; or like Joe Wilson who try to do the right thing but are afraid and lose heart.

So, now America’s future depends on the “people”. Are there enough people willing to sacrifice their time to protest and vote? Can they at least “pray” that God blesses America? Bernard Goldberg rightly called America, “United States of Entertainment”. Americans are fat and happy as long as they are entertained.

Yet, the drums of discontent have begun beating. People are marching and screaming. Those who side with government are calling the dissenters racists. Those who are fed up are shouting “You work for us”. Meaning, “do what we tell you or we vote you out of office”.

Alfonzo Rachel goes to Tea Party rallies often. He talks about the NAACP as the  “National Association of Crying People” and that the “Democrats fought to keep slavery legal”.

Which brings us back to the job of a congressman, president or any elected official. They are supposed to fulfill their promises to us and stand by our constitution. To allow a state like Arizona to protect itself from the drug war it has from Mexico. The president should be born in America and not spend millions to avoid the issue. To bring down the high cost of health care not take it over and force all Americans to buy it with little choice. To allow chaos to continue so government can take over businesses was never the people’s choice.

Passing the health care bill was Obama’s main focus. Obama promised transparency in government yet the public never had access to the bill. We never knew what the bill would make into law until it was passed. Can you imagine buying a car and being told you cannot see what is inside?

He blamed the Republicans for stopping the health care bill. However, his Democrats have the majority in the House and Senate. In other words the Democrats outnumber the Republicans which mean they can vote and pass anything they want. When Obama’s own Democrats questioned the health bill , Obama blamed the Republicans. It was like the teacher blaming the smallest kid in the class when the big bully is hitting everybody. The Republicans looked at Obama like the RCA Victor dog. Obama made an advertising campaign that blamed the Republicans but what he really was doing was trying to persuade his own doubting friends.

Hillary Clinton was not elected in the late 90’s yet she was pushing the same health care bill as Obama. Why? The government makes money from the businesses they control. Money = Power. Hillary is on the same Democratic team as Obama.

The Democratic agenda is big government and more taxes. They want to control as much as possible. However, America is the United States of America. Every state has their own rights just like an individual. The Democrats contradict the Bill of Rights and the Constitution.

The Republican agenda is smaller government and less taxes. Bigger companies make more money and more people are employed. They too get payoffs and cater to those who bribe them. They do not strive hard enough to make things better for family and individuals. They do better than the Demos but it seems they just sit on their hands most of the time. They cater to big business but big business keep Americans employed. The Republicans are not all conservative but all the conservatives are mostly in the Republican party.  However, why do they allow American jobs to go overseas?

Americans should have the right to have better schools for their children. When will it happen? Many choose private schools or home schooling. Obama said he would stop U.S. jobs from going overseas. However, unemployment continues to rise. Fewer jobs are created in America ever since Bill Clinton set up shop overseas in China.

Thanks a lot Bill! Thanks for allowing American nuclear and missile secrets to go to China. Thanks for allowing American jobs to go overseas. Thanks for saying you would give back the money the Chinese illegally gave you as campaign contributions. It sure did help China not America.

President Nixon was threatened with impeachment for spying on the Democrats. Clinton gets illegal financing from the Chinese and it’s ok. “Oops!”,said Clinton. “Bring in Monica and start a war in Kosovo. They’ll forget about China!” They don’t call him “Slick Willy” for nothing.

Former presidential candidate Dr. Alan Keyes made a good point when he asked why everyone was counting every penny under President Bush but now Obama can spend trillions. America never gave Obama and congress blank checks to spend on bailing out their friends. The companies who supported Obama were bailed out by Obama. PAYOFFS THE CHICAGO WAY! Citigroup, J.P. Morgan Chase and Goldman Sachs were among the many reported by the American media as being “bailed out”. I have never heard anyone disprove Dr. Keyes. They always resort to insults. “Alan Keyes Rips Obamanation”.

“insane children and adolescents in charge of our government” – Alan Keyes

I would like to mention also those who were not bailed out but support Obama. George Soros, Google, SONY Pictures and 20th Century Fox. Soros owns millions of shares of Time Warner. He owns the SKG film library from Viacom. Which means he controls movies like “Gladiator” and “Saving Private Ryan”. I think they should be noted. Money can make a lot of propaganda. Imagine what Obama could do with Google’s help? Already lawmakers are controlling the internet while making it look like they are helping us. Michelle Malkin has a great article on this here.

“When bureaucrats talk about increasing our “access” to x, y or z, what they’re really talking about is increasing exponentially their control over our lives. As it is with the government health care takeover, so it is with the newly approved government plan to “increase” Internet “access.” Call it Webcare.”

Americans needed help from Obama during the Gulf Oil crisis. He told everyone to stop drilling in the Gulf and sent billions to Brazil so they can drill offshore. Thanks for helping America Mr O. Later, before the Nov 2nd election, Obama gave the OK to drill when the Demos were sinking but it was too late.  Georgie Soros invested in Petrobras from Brazil. Soros owns Obama so that is why the American government helped Brazil. Reuters, Bloomberg, Agence France Press ,the Wall Street Journal and now even Fox News have all reported this.

Obama sends billions to Brazil as Soros profits

So, when will congress and the president serve their own people in America? It all depends how many people vote and if there is anyone out there who can honestly represent them. Weak hearts on both sides. Although, the Tea Party is more energetic.

For most people it is just easier to accept the propaganda that Republicans are racists and greedy businessman. Fortunately, Obama has helped them question the lies of the Democratic machine. Recently, Obama tried to sweet talk America again but Velma Hart was able to ask a question that broke the evil spell cast upon millions.

“deeply disappointed”

This week independent Dr Alan Keyes sarcastically spoke the feelings of the Democrats and Republicans, “ Oh, the horror of it all. The pro-Constitution rabble, so many thousands of Americans, cheering, rallying and organizing themselves to re-institute consent of the governed — defying the will of their masters in both major parties, and selecting by fair ballot their own nominees! These peasants — who do they think they are? Free men and women?”

LOL! Yes, how dare Americans want true representation and the American Constitution to be upheld. Does America still have that American feisty spirit that the Founders had against the British Empire? The British had guns and hung many a rebel. What can the chicken spirited congress and Obama do in defiance to the will of the people? Does America have to courage to stand against intimidation and the insults congress have in store for these free men and women?

Will those newly elected by the ‘Tea Party” in 2011 have the courage to stand up for conservative values in the face of the liberal paper tiger? Will they really begin investigations on those slimy Democrats? We have to wait and see. If they do not, Americans need to do what the people did in the first video and stand outside their door and yell, “You work for us!!!”.

The independent thinkers of today still wave the old independent flag , “DONT TREAD ON ME!”. It was waved over 235 years ago in the face of the British. They also demand the same thing as Dr. Martin Luther King demanded in his day :

“…America, be true to what you said on paper”

- Martin Luther King

What Would Our Founding Fathers Think of Repealing “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”?

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Brooks Bayne in Articles

Saturday’s passage of the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” flies in the face of what our Founding Fathers thought about homosexuality in the military and homosexuality in general.

First, how did George Washington, our country’s first Commander in Chief, view how a man should conduct himself in the military?

“The General hopes and trusts that every officer and man will endeavor to live and act as becomes a Christian soldier defending the dearest rights and liberties of his country” – George Washington, General Order, 9 July 1776

Here Washington wants everyman to act in a manner becoming a Christian soldier. We all know Christianity teaches against partaking in homosexual acts, so no “equality” (equality in this context is a misnomer of today, since the 14^th Amendment, passed after the Civil War, mandates equal protection and not “equal rights” as is incorrectly cited by most modern leftists) for the gays from old George.

The modern military is against such behavior, because of instances like the following that have occurred (on Washington’s watch) when gays are in close quarters with other men:

“At a General Court Martial whereof Colo. Tupper was President (10th March 1778) Lieutt. Frederick Gotthold Enslin of Colo. Malcom’s Regiment tried for attempting to commit sodomy, with John Monhort a soldier; Secondly, For Perjury in swearing to false Accounts, found guilty of the charges exhibited against him, being breaches of 5th. Article 18th. Section of the Articles of War and do sentence him to be dismiss’d the service with Infamy. His Excellency the Commander in Chief approves the sentence and with Abhorrence and Detestation of such Infamous Crimes orders Lieutt. Enslin to be drummed out of Camp tomorrow morning by all the Drummers and Fifers in the Army never to return; The Drummers and Fifers to attend on the Grand Parade at Guard mounting for that Purpose.” – George Washington, March 14, 1778, General Orders

Here’s a full Lieutenant who tried to cornhole another soldier, and he’s booted out of the military. But look at how Washington chose to boot him. The homosexual Lt. had to leave camp while the entire military band played, to signify his disgrace and to serve as a warning to others. Typically, the whole camp would watch the disgraced being drummed out.

Some of you reading this are thinking, “Washington was too religious. Surely, Jefferson didn’t feel this way.” And you’d be wrong. Jefferson proposed a law requiring:

“Whosoever shall be guilty of Rape, Polygamy, or Sodomy with man or woman shall be punished, if a man, by castration…” – Thomas Jefferson, A Bill for Proportioning Crimes and Punishments 1778 Papers 2:492–504

Granted, at the time, the common punishment for gay buttseks was death. So, Jefferson can be seen as a radical for requiring castration in death’s stead, although he obviously didn’t condone homosexuality.

One wonders how many would engage in homosexuality if they had to suffer consequences beyond their current consequence of considerably shorter lifespans than their heterosexual counterparts.

As I’ve said before, the military should change its policy from “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” to “Don’t Tell, We Didn’t Ask”.