A flowerpot of ashes from the fire of liberty…tokens of hope and truth preserved for future generations who dare to believe that there was once something else.

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A few random posts…

  • Fundamentals (Constitution)
    Being clear about the idea of America, and where it resides: the Constitution. A discussion of what is essential and what should be modified in version 2.
  • How Far Along the Path?
    Clearly certain aspects of USA version 1 are no longer operative. How far along the path of decline are we? Are we headed for reform, collapse or revolution?
  • Bad History: Original Zinn
    Howard Zinn's one-sided polemic version of U.S. history has become inexplicably influential in the teaching of U.S. history. Don't let this happen again!
  • Contempt of/for the Rulers
    One disturbing feature of civic life in 21st century USA is the mutual contempt between the ruling class and the working class
  • Judicial Review
    A discussion of the necessity of a different form of constitutional review. Someone must decide constitutionality, but not an unelected SCOTUS.