If you want freedom, you must fight for it or fight to keep it
Upon exiting the Constitutional Convention, a lady of some renown (Elizabeth Powel) asked Dr. Franklin, 'Well, Doctor, what have we got, a republic or a monarchy?" Franklin replied, "A republic, if you can keep it." 9/18/1787
Mrs. Powel was a well-known confidant of many of the founders. Washington was planning to retire after one term, but Mrs. Powel wrote him pleading that the union would be in danger of separation if he did. The rest is history.
Washington and Franklin knew governments are filled with those who desire power above everything else.
Democrats and Republicans have been fighting each other for many years over what kind of government we should have. It was settled 250 years ago.
School children pledge allegiance to the flag and "to the Republic for which it stands." Democrats talk of democracy, democracy. Republicans talk of law and rights, taking into consideration the weakness and paradoxes of mankind.
But are we a democracy?
Democrats see democracy as the epitome of political objectives. Democrats constantly call out to protect our democracy and do away with the Electoral College that provides every state a voice. The Democrats are aware that their propaganda would be highly effective in a democracy, given their control over both the media and the education system.
Our founders believed democracy does not protect individual liberties and promotes chaos associated with mob rule.
A republic is a system of government where representatives govern under a constitution that limits their power. A democracy is where the people hold ultimate decision-making authority. In a republic, the law constrains the government. In a pure democracy, nothing constrains the rulers. You can theoretically deny 49% of the people their rights. Or the two wolves can decide (vote) to eat the rabbit.
The Electoral College, as much as Democrats hate it, recognizes the rights of the minority, whereas a democracy would not. Hillary Clinton likes to talk about her hatred of our electoral system. Understand, Clinton has no principles. She would have loved the Electoral College had she won the election in 2016.
The founders were deeply concerned about the risks of a democracy, pointing to Athens as an example of instability. The founders preferred a representative republic to mitigate the risks of direct popular rule. If the Electoral College were eliminated, the election of a president would be determined solely by the states with the largest cities, leaving smaller states with little to no consideration during the electoral process.
Democrats can yell and scream all they want, but we are not a democracy. At best, we are a republic with democratic modifications. We elect those we desire to represent us. Not a perfect system, but we are the oldest republic on earth.
With the emergence of a third political party, specifically the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), or the potential takeover of the Democratic Party, the conflict surrounding these issues is likely to escalate. The DSA has established itself as a significant force within the Democratic Party, is fiercely antisemitic, and is clearly articulating its demands. It is crucial for us to understand their objectives.
What they want, in part:(Fox News)
As you can see, the adoption of these demands will make our country closer to Communist China than the America we know and love. Their struggle to topple our country will fail miserably. The DSA appeals to losers. Our greatest weapon is the massive middle class. After all, they can't offer us anything we don't already have, and in abundance.
I've had the opportunity to witness the political landscape of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s. During that time, our opposition to communism was clear and resolute. Now, we discover ourselves facing a multitude of candidates espousing communist ideals who are running for high office. They have a disdain for patriotism and Western culture. How did we arrive here? We have an almost entirely corrupt media and education system. What could possibly go wrong?
Never have I seen a more compelling reason today to appreciate the government established by our founders.
In this country, we have a social contract. This contract ensures that our government will act responsibly, uphold its founding principles, and avoid transforming into something it was never intended to be. It should also encompass the dismissal and prevention of individuals with foreign political objectives that threaten to dismantle what 250 years of hard work and sacrifice have established. Call it a better vetting process, if you will.
I believe the vast majority of Americans are patriots. And as patriots we must protect our country from foreign influence, godless communist thought, and third-world influence. If you want freedom, you must fight for it or fight to keep it.
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Ray DiLorenzo is a career pilot having retired after 22 years as a contract fire pilot with the California Department of Forestry (Cal-Fire). He is presently affiliated with Stand Up America US Foundation founded by Maj. Gen. Paul E. Vallely (Ret).
