July 22, 2024
A Republic if You Can Keep it (part one)
When Ben Franklin left the signing of the Constitutionm, which replaced the Articles of Confederation, he was asked, “Do we … Read More “A Republic if You Can Keep it (part one)”
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July 18, 2024
Jim Crow and Nazis
This is short. When the Nazis were planning what to do about the Jewish citizens of Germany, they studied Jim … Read More “Jim Crow and Nazis”
July 16, 2024
J D Vance Really?
Donald Trump has chosen J D Vance to be his running mate and if Trump is elected, Vance will be … Read More “J D Vance Really?”
July 15, 2024
2nd Amendment
In light of recent events, I think we should visit the 2nd Amendment–an amendment that is more cited than any … Read More “2nd Amendment”
July 8, 2024
Jim Crow
I am working 10+ hours per day for a while at the board of elections logging in signatures for the … Read More “Jim Crow”
July 5, 2024
First Amendment–Bill of Rights
At the writing of the Constitution, many of the smaller states were concerned that their interests would not be heard … Read More “First Amendment–Bill of Rights”
July 3, 2024
Voting in the United States.
The unhindered right to vote in our country is crucial for our or any democracy to survive and flourish, but … Read More “Voting in the United States.”
September 4, 2020
Why Is Election Day Tuesday in November
Why is election day the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November? In the 1800’s most Americans were farmers. … Read More “Why Is Election Day Tuesday in November”
August 27, 2020
“If You Don’t Vote, You Don’t Exist.” Gloria Steinem
The right to vote is essential for the proper functioning of a democracy; yet throughout our nation’s history, many citizens … Read More ““If You Don’t Vote, You Don’t Exist.” Gloria Steinem”
August 22, 2020
Just Some Things to Think About
The First Amendment is crucial to our democratic nation. Freedom of speech allows us to criticize our government and call … Read More “Just Some Things to Think About”