“A system of checks and balances should be adopted to prevent the abuse of power.” After listening to some of the impeachment inquiry this week, our 17th Principle of liberty could not be more pertinent. Welcome as we continue in our book study of “The 5000 Year Leap.” (Skousen, W. Cleon. The Five Thousand Year […]
Heard On the Street…
Heard on the street: “The actual process of politics has failed this nation.” Because we are practicing common sense civics and citizenship here, not “fly off the handle” with fellow citizens, let’s look closely at this statement. What is the “actual process of politics?” Is it voting? Choosing candidates? Or communication with constituents? Is it […]
It’s a Happy Thanksgiving for America. It really is.
Americans have every reason to count their blessings this Thanksgiving. I know, I know. We feel like we’re at odds with each other, and nothing is getting done. There must be something to be grateful for, as 96% of Americans are celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday this year. More than 70% of us will gather at […]
Skousen’s 15th Principle
Welcome to our weekly book study of “The Five Thousand Year Leap.” (Skousen, W. Cleon. The Five Thousand Year Leap: 28 Ideas That Changed the World. National Center for Constitutional Studies, 1981). This week, we’re looking at Skousen’s 15th Principle, which is: “The highest level of prosperity occurs when there is a free-market economy and […]
Are Americans Over It?
Ever wonder what goes on just outside of the Impeachment Inquiry being held by the House Intelligence Committee? Marie Yovanovitch, the former American ambassador to Ukraine, was testifying the day I walked past the Longworth House Office Building to check it out for myself. You have to get there early to secure one of the […]
Heard on the Street
Heard on the street: I witnessed a “peaceful” protest that I saw in front of the White House a few days ago. This was going on right outside the new gate/wall/fence that is being built. It is the same type of fence that I remember from all of my other visits to the White House […]
Skousen’s 14th Principle-Property Rights
Our Constitution, claims author Cleon Skousen, is basically about providing abuse from authority. So, in what area are those in authority most likely to usurp power and abuse their citizens? Let’s explore this as we continue in our book study of “The Five Thousand Year Leap.” (Skousen, W. Cleon. The Five Thousand Year Leap: 28 […]
Impeachment Inquiry
Are you confused by the impeachment inquiry? Captivated? Bored? Don’t know what to think? Maybe a combo of all of the above? Here are some things I am looking for as I listen to the hearings:- Listen. Sometimes watching the proceedings adds to the experience, but in this case, you might gain more by listening. […]
Heard On the Street
You know, when you hear something on the street that isn’t so, but you let it go? You don’t respond to every little thing cuz you’re not a king. So, you write a blog post. That’s where I’m at today. Maybe you can relate. Heard on the street: -“Only poor people go to the military.” Anyone […]
Three Issues
Some questions arise as our nation deals with three issues. You’ve heard enough political analysis from the media. Now, let’s apply some Common Sense Civics and Citizenship. Issue #1: Al-Baghdadi is dead. The question at hand is why President Trump did not consult or notify Congressional leadership before he gave the “go” for the demise […]
National Anthem a Drinking Song?
Has your loved one come home reporting to you that our National Anthem is a drinking song? You know, images of steins raised, boots on the furniture, and a party in power mode. You might be stunned, not knowing how to defend The Star Spangled Banner, a song that’s heard weekly, if not more often, […]
Book Study on “The 5000 Year Leap” (Cont’d)
Welcome back this week to our book study called “The 5000 Year Leap”. (Skousen, W. Cleon. The Five Thousand Year Leap: 28 Ideas That Changed the World. National Center for Constitutional Studies, 1981). Last week, we learned that humankind made a 5,000-year leap in America’s first 200 years. What was the cause of this giant […]
Is Our National Anthem a Drinking Song?
Has your loved one come home reporting to you that our National Anthem is a drinking song? You know, images of steins raised, boots on the furniture, and a party in power mode. You might be stunned, not knowing how to defend The Star Spangled Banner, a song that’s heard weekly, if not more often, […]
New Summer Book Study
Summer is a great time to add some additional reading to the schedule. After some thought into doing a summer book study, I’d like to introduce you to “The 5000 Year Leap.” (Skousen, W. Cleon. The Five Thousand Year Leap: 28 Ideas That Changed the World. National Center for Constitutional Studies, 1981). The book had […]
A (Founding) Father’s Day Reflection
How are you spending this Father’s Day? As I was making preparations for the weekend, I thought of our Founding Fathers. It occurred to me that they had some traits of good fathers as they led this infant nation. Let’s take a look at a few of them: A Father’s Day reflection through the writings […]
