(This is the fourth in a series on Founding Principles with help from the Bill of Rights Institute. These principles are the foundation of our Constitutional Republic. They keep us a free, self-governing people. So far, we have covered Natural Rights, Consent and a Republic, and Limited Government). Grab a cup of coffee or tea […]
When “They” Say “Democracy”
When “they” say “democracy,” what “they” really mean is Big Government control. “They” (and you know who “they” are) use these words as synonyms. You know what a democracy is but be careful how the word is used. Since we have civil discussions here, we will stick to the principles of liberty, not the many […]
Speaker of the House: Chaos? Or Constitutional Republic At Work?
The election of the Speaker of the House is going on and on and on. That’s a good thing. It’s our Constitutional Republic at work. Article 1, Section 2 lists the first order of business for the House: Elect a Speaker. It doesn’t say the process is microwavable. Instead, there are no time limits on […]
Different Philosophies of Government (and why ours is the best)
Thank you for opening this newsletter and returning to learn about the foundations of our government. I’m always glad to have you here. It’s not America’s first rodeo with alternative philosophies of government like socialism, communism, and progressivism. Every generation tends to think that their generation is the one to experience the best or worst […]