Thoughts, Past, Present, Future...



This weblog sprang to life in June of 2009 with the thought of creating a forum where conservatives like myself  and liberals or progressives could exchange meaningful yet divergent dialogue. The thought was to find a couple liberals and conservatives that would contribute articles presenting their unique perspectives on issues and then turn it over to a full on thoughtful data driven discussion within the community. Unfortunately this never materialized  because finding liberals or progressives willing to sign on as a contributor to a conservative site was an illusory idea. Not sure why but maybe it was because  liberals and progressives believed it would cause them to lose creds with the fold. Who knows?

Conservatism once shared a feeling of being one with Liberals and vice versa. Conservatives and liberals loved their country equally. Even though significant differences in policy and governing philosophies existed back in the day those issues were put aside and the nation pulled as one to overcome threats and great obstacles when they presented themselves. Something has happened over the last 31 years and we are now essentially a nation at spiritual war with itself. This war, if it continues on at its present course will, sooner or later destroy this democratic republic we all profess to love and honor.

We Americans have become so divided, so stubborn, and so unwilling to consider views that challenge our long cherished opinions that we are no longer able to find common ground with anybody outside of our own tribe. If this continues we are doomed as a great nation. Why? Because the very bedrock that has always made this a great nation is the diversity of opinions and people working together for the greatest good for every American. It is as simple as that. PERIOD.

Neither conservatives or liberals/progressives have a lock on this counterproductive phenomenon. Both are guilty from time to time to varying degrees. If one is to be honest they must recognize and be willing to admit the GOP and its "conservative" majority is, and has been for at least 11 1/2 years the most egregious. Since the illegitimate conservative Donald J. Trump has been president this phenomenon has been on steroids that have been juiced. It pains me greatly to have to say this because for 30 years loyalty to the GOP and conservative principals (think William F. Buckley and John McCain) was never questioned. But to crib Ronald Reagan, I didn't leave the GOP or conservatism, the GOP changed its conservatism and left me.

Now a proud independent totally supportive of  anything that will ultimately bring down the GOP and Trump's illegitimate conservatism. Morality, decency, integrity, honesty, empathy, consistency, true equality, intelligence, and real value based patriotism is so very important if we are to ever regain and maintain that which we once were. Trump specifically and GOP lawmakers in general are lacking in some if  not all of those character traits.

Anybody But Trump 2020. Flip the Senate 2020. Keep the House Democratic 2020. 

 American's Safety, Liberty, and Stability Depends On It.

Comments

  1. BB-IdahoMon May 04, 11:17:00 AM EDT

    Just a pipe dream- if every time Trump spoke or tweeted, or his supporters shouted or commented on the internet,
    he lost one vote, his election loss would be the greatest, stupendous, best ever, none-fake accomplishment of his
    blathering tenure. In reality, he HAS lost support...all on his own.

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    1. Les CarpenterMon May 04, 11:58:00 AM EDT

      I must say BB Idaho your pipe dream is very likely shared by many. I know for me it is, if nothing more, a lovely thouht!

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  2. Dave MillerMon May 04, 12:26:00 PM EDT

    BB... you are such a breath of fresh air. Gracias amigo.

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