Pure Democracy, Representative Republic, Democratic Socialism…Which is the America We Want?
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Without diligence and resistance to the forces of tyranny, people will slowly become complacent and “duped” by clever, well-funded politicians, beholden to the ideals of large corporations that expect returns on their investment. Is it any wonder that when a self-made individual like Donald Trump bypasses the system and gains political prominence, governing stops, and the mission strategy changes to a “seek and destroy at all costs”?
The Political Temper Tantrum of a Lifetime
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As a student of history, it is important that unbiased evaluation overrides political, social, or personal leanings. I have written numerous blogs on politics, corona virus and events that are shaping our country, each designed to educate not alienate. However, I see in the near future a national crisis approaching that unnerves me. The time has come to state the obvious; ”we are losing our country” to radical forces hiding beneath the thin veil of constitutional amendments.
A Republic vs. A Democracy: The Great Educational Divide
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Left-leaning citizens often say: “I’m a proud supporter of democracy”… but what does that really mean? Are they aware that the intention of our Founding Fathers was for this nation to be a representative republic and utterly detested the idea of a proper “democracy”? Did you know that the word “democracy” is not even mentioned in the Declaration of Independence OR the U.S. Constitution? Why? Because the United States was founded as a republic… NOT a democracy. Read this blog to learn more about what our current “democracy” really is, and what it can be when citizens are fully informed.
Let’s Talk Trump Re-election Campaign: Seven Key Strategies for Success (If He Wants to Win in 2020)
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With Trump recently kicking off his reelection campaign in Orlando, Florida- both political parties are now gearing up for what may end up being the most exciting campaign race to date. In this blog, Sal lays out 7 key strategies Trump will need if he plans to win in 2020.
Lessons Learned… Or Have They? A Boomer’s Viewpoint on Today’s Electoral College
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Sal hilariously reminisces to his High School American History Class teacher’s “boring” lectures… but looking at today’s Electoral College, Sal realizes that Old Man Walbaum may have had a point!