Category Archives: Freedom

Thinking Of Freedom

Posted on June 25, 2021 by retiredday

The 4th of July always makes me think about freedom, and what freedom really means.  Central to the mind-set of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, was the idea that social ideals like equality, justice and freedom were to … Continue reading →

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The Equality Act

Posted on February 25, 2021 by retiredday

Perhaps the greatest hallmark of Western Civilization is the idea of individual freedom, as opposed to the collectivist view of group rights. The most important freedoms are individual: freedoms of belief, thought, speech and association. These freedoms are the logical … Continue reading →

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Freedom

Posted on May 26, 2020 by retiredday

Memorial Day has ended. I’ve been hearing a lot of people complaining about their so-called loss of “freedom” during the COVID-19 pandemic, pushing against the idea of maintaining safe health protocols. So, on this Memorial Day we witnessed a lot … Continue reading →

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Show Me Your Papers!

Posted on October 15, 2019 by retiredday

On our 41st anniversary my wife and I bought some wine. The check out clerk said, “I’ll need to see some ID.”  “Why?” I asked. The store requires it. We check everyone’s ID who buys alcoholic beverages. I told her … Continue reading →

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LORD, MOVE YOUR CHILDREN TO VOTE

Posted on September 25, 2018 by retiredday

Lord God, I lift up to you my sisters and brothers in Christ. May your Spirit stir in their minds and hearts to take seriously their civil duty to vote in the coming mid-term elections. Amen. Forces opposed to righteousness, … Continue reading →

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The Shooter, Or The Gun?

Posted on October 4, 2017 by retiredday

For the past couple of days I’ve been emotionally stunned, disrupted by the madness of the Las Vegas massacre. I made the mistake of watching the news this morning while drinking my cup of coffee. Gun control zealots have now … Continue reading →

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What’s Wrong With Socialism?

Posted on June 10, 2016 by retiredday

A friend of mine once mused, “I don’t really see what’s so wrong with Socialism”. And although I have very strong feelings on the subject, I held my peace, not wanting to give vent to them. The problem with being … Continue reading →

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Fighting For Freedom

Posted on May 13, 2014 by retiredday

“I, _______, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will … Continue reading →

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“Treason, Bribery, Or Other High Crimes And Misdemeanors”

Posted on March 31, 2014 by retiredday

Article II, Section 4 of the constitution addresses charges that call for the impeachment of “The President, Vice President and all civil officers of the United States”. The term, “high crimes and misdemeanors” refers to illegal offenses committed by those in … Continue reading →

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Military Chaplains Sharing Faith

Posted on May 4, 2013 by retiredday

Military history, dating back to ancient times, includes the element of seeking spiritual guidance and strength.  Armies have typically sought the favor of God or gods, being sure to have among their ranks spiritual advisors to consult on all spiritual … Continue reading →

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