Posted on 07/21/2010 11:34:58 AM PDT by pissant
As we celebrate Independence Day this July 4th, let us not forget why we do so...
Our Founding Fathers took a stand for liberty and boldly declared their independence 234 years ago. They stood against tyranny, against taxation without representation, and against subjugation of their individual rights. They risked their lives and their property for a voice. They declared intrepidly that life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness were God-given rights and not granted from a King. They knew that our rights come from God. No Congressman, Senator, or President can take them away from you.
Our Founding Fathers paid in blood for their freedom. Nobly, they chose to secure this freedom for others who would reside in this great Nation after them. The Constitution was drafted to safeguard the liberty of Americans. It clearly sets forth and defines the role of the Federal government and strictly limits governmental intrusion into your personal liberties. The Constitution is a LIMITING document. IT LIMITS FEDERAL POWER!.
The freedoms won during the Revolutionary War allowed Americans to pursue their own dreams, and together we built the most prosperous economy the world has ever seen. Along the way, history's dictators and today's Islamic terrorists have sought to bring this Nation down-but Patriots have always stood to defend her. And they have paid for our freedoms again with their blood and handed down a legacy of liberty and prosperity to our generation. Freedom's chain of custody rests now squarely upon our shoulders. Future generations are counting on us-you and me-to do the right thing to preserve the liberties we enjoy today.
In 2004, General James Mattis of the United States Marine Corps explained, "If you ask a Marine to move a piano, he won't start by picking up the bench." Go where the fight is, do the heavy-lifting. These words inspired me in Iraq, where I was serving with the 1st Marine Division. These same words inspire me to run for Congress now.
I will go to Washington, D.C., and represent YOU, my fellow citizen. I will fight against Nancy Pelosi's liberalism or President Obama's transformation of America. This November is the time for strong leaders who have the courage to stand up and shout "No!"
"No!" to irresponsible spending and tens of trillions in debt passed on dishonorably to our children.
"No!" to 2000-page legislation bills that steal your liberty away from you and expand the role of government into your daily life.
"No!" to politicians treating our liberties as bargaining chips.
I will have the courage to stand up and say "No" so that you can say "Yes!" to opportunities and freedoms here in California's 51st District.
As we celebrate Independence Day this July 4, let us not forget why. So many have given so much for our freedoms. Let's work together, today, to preserve all the liberties and prosperity they sacrificed for. Don't allow the chain of custody of liberty to be broken on our watch.
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WooHoo! Nick was on “Red Eye” a few nights ago, and he was great!! I wish him great success!!
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