Posted on 05/24/2024 7:43:57 PM PDT by lightman
I am an elected public official.
I frequently attend public meetings...sometimes of my own domain, sometimes not.
In almost every case the meetings (as required by Pennsylvania State Law) begin the "Pledge of Allegiance"
Increasingly I am find the final words "with liberty and justice FOR ALL" difficulty if not impossible to pronounce.
Liberty and justice for:
Hunter Biden"?
Donald J. Trump?
The January 6 Patriots??
And most recently...the gentle tap on the wrist accorded to Baltimore prosecutor (aka persecutor) Marilyn Mosley?
I most respectfully suggest: That when in such gatherings we close the pledge by saying:
"...with liberty and justice FOR SOME!"
It’s not the blatant hypocrisy the system is trying to show, that’s so obvious even the most brain-addled can see.
It’s just a demonstration of raw power over internal enemies.
It may be due to frustration that such power can no longer be exerted over foreign enemies so softer targets are sought. Who knows?
Many of us go to a place of worship….Church, Temple, etc.
Our eyes are turned toward Paradise, Perfection, Heaven. Alas, we are down here, in this valley of tears. Many Churches, lead by imperfect men, do Really Bad and Stupid things.
And yet, we keep going to Church. Because man’s imperfection isn’t enough to turn us away from God.
I feel the same way about America. She was founded on timeless principles: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The rot in Bidet, Schumer, RINOs, and sundry other losers will NEVER make me trash my country.
The Pledge reflects an ideal. While we may be at a low, America’s great strength (among other things) is her ability - and that of her people - to learn and make course corrections.
Don’t let the failures of man get in the way.
That was the first movie where Pacino had some kind of over the top rant. It’s a feature in all of his movies since then. It’s become his schtick.
Members of their club do not get punished for their crimes or even prosecuted.
Ruby Ridge, Waco, TWA 800, treason.
Justice? Many EVIL individuals in government will never be brought to justice.
✔️ off
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