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To: fortheDeclaration
“I sought for the greatness and genius of America in her commodious harbors and her ample rivers; and it was not there.

I sought for the greatness and genius of America in her fertile fields and boundless forests; and it was not there.

I sought for the greatness and genius of America in her rich mines and her vast world commerce; and it was not there.

I sought for the greatness of America in her public schools and institutions of learning; and it was not there.

I sought for the greatness and genius of America in her democratic congress and her matchless constitution; and it was not there.

Not until I went to the churches of America and heard her pupits flame with righteousness did I understand the secret of her genius and power.

America is great because America is good, and if America ever ceases to be good, America will cease to be great.” P. 34

Sounds good -- but I don't think it is authentic. See THE TOCQUEVILLE FRAUD The Weekly Standard November 13, 1995 By John J. Pitney, Jr. for a more detailed explanation.

33 posted on 10/29/2002 1:10:17 PM PST by KC Burke
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To: KC Burke
Thanks, I was wondering if he had said it, since I could not find it in his Democracy. I will check out the link you gave me.
34 posted on 10/29/2002 1:16:08 PM PST by fortheDeclaration
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