I Remember a Time When...
by: Les Carpenter Rational Nation USA Birthplace of Independent Conservatism Liberty -vs- Tyranny Occasionally everyone finds themselves reminiscing about the "good old days." It does the "soul" good. Even when one defines the "soul" as the rational mind as this writer does. I remember a time when the unemployment rate was below five percent and everybody that wanted a job seemed to be working. I remember a time when made in America was something to be proud of and pride in American workmanship was justified. I remember a time when American values were respected worldwide and everybody wanted to be like the good old USA. I remember a time when there was honor in politics and aspiring to serve as a elected official was an honorable pursuit. I remember a time when the great American middle class was growing and prosperity was taken for granted. I remember a time when corporate CEO's received REASONABLE compensation for their contributio...