A Davy Crockett Opinion

I agree with Davy Crockett, however, once the government has its' hand in your wallet, it is next to impossible to get it out of there. "I want people to be able to get what they need to live: enough food, a place to live, and an education for their children. Government does not provide these as well as private charities and businesses." Davy Crockett (1786-1836) American hunter, frontiersman, soldier and politician

Flag Vandalism In Oceanside

Three Hispanic teenagers vandalized 3 American flags recently in Oceanside, CA. One of the flags was owned by a 91 year old WWII veteran. By one of the flags was a camera. They were filmed doing the damage. One of the flags had "f*ck America" spray painted on it. At this point, all I can say is this: It is not America's fault that you are young, confused and angry. It is not America's fault that you are bored. It is not America's fault that you are poor. It is not America's fault that you have family disruption. It is not America's fault that you were not taught the importance of respect for the property of others. It is not America's fault that you are not performing well at school. It is not America's fault that you are not a talented athlete. It is not America's fault that you know nothing about Biblical guidelines. On the contrary, America provides opportunities. But you need to go look for them. In America, there are many opportunities for sound Bible studies. There are ball parks, grassy areas, libraries, beautiful beaches (especially where you are) and much more. Get yourself a part time job. Volunteer somewhere. Assist someone while they are baby sitting. Do your homework. Get excellent grades. Go out for Oceanside High's football team. They have a glorious tradition. Maybe you have some untapped potential. Get busy doing something constructive. Get some new friends. Are all of these things out of your reach? No. "With God all things are possible." Forget religion......find God.

Democracy, Socialism And Liberty

We live in a nation whose system of government is a republic. We like to say we live in a democracy. We do not. We live in a Republic. Democracy is imperfect, as all systems of government are. Does not democracy represent "majority rule"? Does the majority know absolutely what is most beneficial, fairest, and appropriate? Does democracy necessarily allow for order? Maybe. But democracy, in a pure form can escalate to something that resembles rule by disorder and lawlessness. Socialism attempts to make sure that human needs are met, therefore it is essential that those who cannot provide for themselves must be assisted by the able, as a result, the providing citizenry is under obligation to support a governmental system that is not necessarily in harmony with liberty. Of these three, only liberty approaches greatness. It is a product of the divine. God proclaims we have "been called to liberty." (Ga. 5:13) He is present where liberty is. "Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty." (II Cor. 3:17) The nations in this world are not able to provide a system of government that truly offers and provides for genuine liberty. As I have mentioned, it is a product of the divine. However, on an individual basis, if one chooses genuine liberty, there is an important condition, he/she must choose the divine.

A Quote From Malcolm X

I am a firm believer in belonging to groups that satisfy your serious needs. I am not very interested in belonging to political groups. Although I do belong to a political party, politics never has been nor ever will be my greatest concern. I have not given my heart to any religious organization or denomination. I have a personal relationship with my Lord and Savior.....Jesus Christ. He is the best. He is the most powerful. He is eternal. He is full of truth, love, mercy and much more. He is the greatest there is. Why should I play in the dark. I must admit, however, that the quote below gets my serious attention. It really makes sense to me. "You put them first, and they put you last...'cause you're a chump. A political chump! ... Anytime you throw your weight behind a political party that controls two-thirds of the government, and that Party can't keep the promise that it made to you during election time, and you are dumb enough to walk around continuing to identify yourself with that Party you're not only a chump but you're a traitor to your race." (Malcolm X)

Endowed By Their Creator

Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence. He was not an atheist, as some men claim. He believed in the Bible. He believed in God. He believed in Jesus Christ. "Endowed by their creator," means he believed we have a creator. Thomas Jefferson was a gifted man. He was one of the most brilliant persons in the history of this great nation. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), US Founding Father, drafted the Declaration of Independence, 3rd US President

Anti- Jewish Protests In Germany

The following is a quote from Angela Merkel, the first female Chancellor of Germany. These are but a few words she spoke after learning of some anti-Jewish protests in Germany. I agree with her. There is absolutely no need to mistreat people. "These outbursts and statements are an attack on freedom and tolerance and an attempt to destabilize our free democratic order. We cannot and will not accept this. . . . The security authorities are taking every attack onto a Jewish institution very seriously. Anti-Semitic acts are being prosecuted consequently and by all legal means.” Angela Merkel

Hamas And Israel

Hamas exists for the express purpose of ending Israel’s existence. Does the nation of Israel desire to kill people? No. However, they must defend themselves. And defend themselves they will. In spite of their small size, I am quite sure that they have the greatest military fighting machine on this planet. They are not bullies. They just want to survive. They have tried to live at peace. But what do you do when you are surrounded by jealous and hateful people, who attack you. I know what you do. You thrive. You develop an outstanding government and military. You build universities. You train and teach the young. You teach them to respect others. You teach them academics. You develop a vigorous economy which includes manufacturing, a tremendous agriculture, banking, finance and commerce. And what about the arts? There is much more. I could go on and on. I will end with this: Israel is the apotheosis regarding how a country should be run. The desire to destroy it is complete insanity.