Rational Nation USA

by: Les Carpenter Rational Nation USA Birthplace of Independent Conservatism I must admit that I have fun irritating the progressive collectivists that dwell amongst us. For one I believe by understanding history we gain the knowledge and power to shape the future. Conversely in failing to understand history we undoubtedly will continue the mistakes of the past. Second I believe that wisdom is timeless. One only need apply the wisdom to the realities of present circumstances. "Repeal that [welfare] law, and you will soon see a change in their manners. St. Monday and St. Tuesday, will soon cease to be holidays. Six days shalt thou labor, though one of the old commandments long treated as out of date, will again be looked upon as a respectable precept; industry will increase, and with it plenty among the lower people; their circumstances will mend, and more will be done for their happiness by inuring them to provide for themselves, than could be done by dividing all your...

During these times of ever encroaching government, accompanied by a corresponding loss of individual liberties reminders of America as it should be are appropriate. During these times of indoctrination of our children in the almost worship like devotion of President Obama, these words are surely needed. During these times when the mere questing of the President's policies is somehow considered wrong, and those who do are considered right wing nut cases, these words are profoundly needed. During these times when our nation's leader seems to have forgotten what our interests are, these words are needed. The enlightened wisdom, and deep understanding of the potential perils that lay ahead for our republic in it's founding days should be taught our children at home, and in our schools. Sadly it is no longer taught in our schools' and it is reasonable to think it is perhaps no longer understood as well. All acr...