How lucky we are to be in a country where we are free to protest. Afghanistan's new constitution includes Islamic or Sharia Law which last week allowed the stoning of women who were protesting the marital rape law and other atrocities.
Should we continue to help a country that allows this type of human rights violation? Probably another whole discussion. I just want to shed light on what Islamic (or Sharia) law truly entails. Women, children, and any non-Muslim have little or no rights. Death for small infractions are common and LAWFUL. Please educate yourself. I say this because I see more and more actions and comments by our government and/or government officials that are sympathetic to these laws within America. I pray it is because they are not aware of the full extent of these laws. Otherwise, ... I just don't want to think about it.
Betsy
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Showing posts with label protest. Show all posts
Showing posts with label protest. Show all posts
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Are we right to protest or just irrationally angry?
There has been discussion on some cable news channels concerning the actual purpose of the Tax Day Tea Parties. The organizers and participants were criticized for protesting taxes but not wanting to give up anything in return.
There was a comment made that the protesters, of course, have the right to protest, but perhaps do not have a solid agenda.
I think these folks are missing the point. Perhaps these criticisms are brought about because these protesters are not as seasoned as the average activist. Perhaps they do not articulate the agenda as a memorized pamphlet. I will be so bold as to say, however, that these activist, these protesters, these regular citizens know exactly why they are there. They do not recognize their own country any longer. They feel that they can be silent no more. They believe that their elected officials should reflect their values and goals; not an agenda that was hidden until after being sworn in. I believe the agenda is very solid. They are mad, very mad, about many decisions being made for them in Washington. Perhaps not "taxation without representation", but "policy and lawmaking under FALSE representation"
Here is why I will be attending:
1. I do not believe that spending what we do not have will pull us out of a black-hole economy. I DO believe in capitalism. It may be a hard road back, but the road back is there and waiting.
2. I do not believe the government has the right to fire people, make policy, or dictate pay of any privately owned business, no matter how messed up they are. If they are so messed up, let them fail and help the unemployed. (Minus the upper echelon)
3. I believe Congress needs to take responsibility instead of trying to point the finger to everyone else. They make the laws and policies. Then hide when the consequences come calling.
4. I believe that nationalized health care is not the answer. The "investment" that was proposed was really a down payment to socialism.
5. I believe there is more to come if we do not stand up now.
I am probably forgetting something. There seems to be something new and unbelievable everyday. How can anyone with a normal life keep up? Perhaps that is what the far-left is hoping. I hope to disappoint.
Betsy
There was a comment made that the protesters, of course, have the right to protest, but perhaps do not have a solid agenda.
I think these folks are missing the point. Perhaps these criticisms are brought about because these protesters are not as seasoned as the average activist. Perhaps they do not articulate the agenda as a memorized pamphlet. I will be so bold as to say, however, that these activist, these protesters, these regular citizens know exactly why they are there. They do not recognize their own country any longer. They feel that they can be silent no more. They believe that their elected officials should reflect their values and goals; not an agenda that was hidden until after being sworn in. I believe the agenda is very solid. They are mad, very mad, about many decisions being made for them in Washington. Perhaps not "taxation without representation", but "policy and lawmaking under FALSE representation"
Here is why I will be attending:
1. I do not believe that spending what we do not have will pull us out of a black-hole economy. I DO believe in capitalism. It may be a hard road back, but the road back is there and waiting.
2. I do not believe the government has the right to fire people, make policy, or dictate pay of any privately owned business, no matter how messed up they are. If they are so messed up, let them fail and help the unemployed. (Minus the upper echelon)
3. I believe Congress needs to take responsibility instead of trying to point the finger to everyone else. They make the laws and policies. Then hide when the consequences come calling.
4. I believe that nationalized health care is not the answer. The "investment" that was proposed was really a down payment to socialism.
5. I believe there is more to come if we do not stand up now.
I am probably forgetting something. There seems to be something new and unbelievable everyday. How can anyone with a normal life keep up? Perhaps that is what the far-left is hoping. I hope to disappoint.
Betsy
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