Election Fatigue!
We are all feeling Exhaustion, everyone is Burning Out over this election cycle; many adopting the attitude “Let the chips fall where they may.”
For those of us that are paying attention, to the bigger picture, it's not so much the words of either side that we analyze, but their actions, past and present.
Many realize what's at stake with this event; we will elect a flawed man as we had so often in the past. Has anyone actually been happy with a party nominee, in the last 60 years?
Therefore, Keep talking to everyone you meet; encourage them to swallow the unpleasant medicine. There is no doubt, generations to come will recall this moment in time, and judge us just as we have judged those before us. Let us make our motives clear to them, we want our Republic Back, we are staking the future of our country and the futures of our descendents on the outcome.
Thomas Paine's writings [The American
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Nevertheless, as for the causes of our discontent, we have much in common with those bloody, rag-wrapped bear footed, hungry patriots standing in the snow.
They might have given up the struggle. Went home, left the unfinished problems facing the uncertain outcome of the new nation, to others. However, they remained, they fought and with the blessings from above, they are, today, worthy of our sincerest thanks, our love and our unwavering gratitude for the chance, the gift, of FREEDOM!
Let us pray that we too might be worthy of the grace they were given in those bitter cold days, when a new nation was rising out of the extreme sacrifices made by ordinary men under extraordinary circumstances.
We do our part, whatever that might be, “As if the whole issue of the struggle depended on me” Thank you, Private Martin A.
From Valley Forge onward, there was a split between the soldiers and the larger public. Even as the public or civilians contributed little, “they believed [their contributions] not to be necessary” . The soldiers, banding together as one, “began to take pride in surviving as an army despite the heedlessness of the public” . Civilians would eat cows and pigs, but soldiers were forced to eat raw flour . And as the Continental Army lived in squalor, used moldy bedpans, and left Lord-only-knows-what detritus behind them, the people began to dislike the military even more. The Continental Army needed funding, and the people chose to ignore it. It was a mutually antagonistic relationship. This clear discrepancy between what the public deemed necessary for the “unfortunate soldiers” and, on the other hand, what the soldiers needed to survive, rankled revolutionaries and led to a splintering of the public from the military. As the soldiers wondered how a revolutionary war was to be undertaken with only voluntary contributions, the public wondered whether the revolutionary war would create a dictatorship.
Do you really think that crying wolf once again will have us settle for that which we roundly despise simply because you assert that we have no other choice? Please don’t insult our intelligence on this point. While we don’t dwell in the vaunted halls of power and breath in the rarefied air of Washington with it’s endemic wisdom, we know that you hold all the cards. We know that you vanquished the Democrats several times over (partially over this issue) because we were there helping you every step of the
rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they fought here have thus far so nobly
A desolate wind swept over the American encampment at Valley Forge. Freezing temperatures and blinding snow storms accompanied by heartbreaking defeats had taken their toll on these young freedom fighters. The cry for freedom could no longer be heard over hunger pains and the freezing wind. One lone figure could be seen walking through the camp trying to re-ignite that fire in his dwindling troops who were huddled together for warmth. We can only wonder what words of encouragement George Washington told his men to keep their hopes alive that long hard winter of 1778. Whatever they were, they held an army together and inspired a young nation to go on and defeat the greatest power in the
On the 23rd day of March, 1775 in Richmond, Virginia, a tense atmosphere filled with hesitation surrounds the church of St. John. Will it be peace? Or is it war against the forceful, vigorous British Empire? As others urged for harmony and tranquility, man such as Patrick Henry stood out, demanding for war against Great Britain. While the room remains silent, Henry stood up to give what is later known as one of the most inspiring speeches in the course of human history, and changes the destiny of America, forever. “Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace-- but there is no peace. The war is actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!” (Henry, Patrick). From that moment, the idea of revolution sparkled in the heart of every colonist, and their will to fight were stronger than ever. From that moment, the history of an independent United States was written. And from that moment, the American Revolution officially begin, representing a radical alteration, in which the country completely freed itself from the
President Abraham Lincoln resolved the Civil War, but was his work finished? Of course not! President Lincoln’s life was cut short and many of the Nation’s wounds were left unhealed. His work to bring liberty to all his fellowmen did not follow him to the grave, but fell upon the shoulders of the living. The monument of a man, Martin Luther King realized this unfinished work and lived his life in the pursuit of finishing (different word, repetive “finish”) it. History teaches us that the work of freedom will never conclude, but this is not a reason to cease striving and progressing in this great work. Similarly, these seven men’s work has built upon the framework laid by the visionaries before them. Like so many times before, their work has not followed them to the grave, but has also fallen upon our shoulders. We must continue this great work; failing is not an option, for in failing we dishonor these men’s great sacrifice and all those before
“Our work is not done. And so on this day, in which we celebrate a man and a movement that did so much for this country, let us draw strength from those
As of November 8th, 2016, Donald Trump is the 45th president elect of the United States. As much as this is a defeat, or victory for a numerous amount of citizens across America ,that is not exactly what this is about. I’m here to say shame on you. If it wasn’t already apparent, your chosen establishment candidate, Hillary Clinton was one painted in scandal, dishonesty, secrecy, and unpopularity. I can’t imagine why you, the democratic establishment, felt it would be wise to practically ignore the grassroot progressive movement occurring right in front of your eyes. It wasn’t an anomaly, it was a symptom of something much larger. It was a sign that the people of America wanted something different, as they did in 2008 when they supported President Obama with the aspirations of “Hope and Change”. This selfish of choice of yours was a complete betrayal of the people who have supported you over the decades.
The Gettysburg address is a very intriguing speech delivered by Abraham Lincoln. This speech touched bases on the many lives that have been lost during the civil war. This speech gained attention because it considered the impact that was made in the country’s history. Abraham did not want to forget the lives that were lost, but indeed give a dedication to the fallen soldiers. “It is for us the living, rather to be dedicated to the unfinished work which who they fought here have thus far so nobly advanced”.
Lincoln proposes the idea that these men were not lost in vain, but instead that the United States has been given another chance to ensure the liberty, freedom, and basic rights to her citizens. “… These dead shall not have died in vain, that this nation under God shall have a new birth of freedom, and that government of the people, by the
Americans must continue fighting for democracy and stand firm against any opposition. Though our current system of leadership has entertained “corporate interests and cemented the
Adios, America! begins by giving us the reader an insight to how people have been trying to convince politicians for years that they want
In the event that we offer into our reasons for alarm of what may happen, we are betting with our prospects. We are not living by our own particular ethics and morals. On the off chance that, then again, you surrender the trepidation and vote (or do anything so far as that is concerned) the way your still, small voice instructs you to you are doing a great deal more than simply making a choice. You are standing firm on doing so as to something in which you accept and so you are insisting your part as an imperative individual from our group - a part who thinks about its future and why should willing take a section - regardless of how little - in transforming that future. You are creating an impression that you can't be controlled by the political thinking of the individuals who might have you trust that you ought to fear the political framework and that you ought to vote thusly or that approach to change it. In the event that you vote out of apprehension you in a split second remove the nation one vote from change. Change is not unavoidable - we as natives must get it going. Lack of care and apprehension will just prompt more the norm from lawmakers. By voting with our inner voice instead of out of trepidation we demonstrate those individuals who are still
I am sure that everyone of you have heard about aliens and UFOs. Indeed, we all have heard about the famous case of aliens and UFOs in Roswell, New Mexico. Most people might be interested in the topic of aliens, but I know that the majority of you just think of it as rumours and the existence of them are impossible. Therefore, I am standing here in front all of you to make you change your perspective. I am strongly confident that I have found the evidence of their real existence to convince all of you.
For example, using a leftover coffee can for loose nails or screws, or even washing and reusing a plastic zip-loc bag instead of throwing it in the garbage. Thrift shopping is a way of reusing someone else’s unwanted goods. As I spoke about in an earlier speech about thrifting, I included many locations and ways to thrift, also the benefits to the shopper and the donator. One place in particular was shopping at the local boys and girls club. I personally shop there, keeping my eyes open for a good deal. For example, the pair of jeans that I am wearing today was purchased from this store just a few months ago. I paid only $8.00 for this pair of Lucky Jeans and according to buckle.com, a retailer for lucky jeans the retail price is $99.00 that is a savings to me of $91.00.I am not the type to worry about name brands, but quality usually does cost more. If I can get a quality pair of jeans at a fraction on the price, I am glad to shop at the thrift store. I am thankful to the person that made the donation of the lucky jeans and they can benefit from that donation. According to the IRS webpage, IRS. Gov it explains that an individual can donate items like clothing, household furniture and furnishings, a car or boat, even taxidermy. The donations are appraised, by the donator, and recorded. At the time of filing taxes if the donation equals at least $500 for the year, the donator may take advantage of the