Current Events and Politics

While perusing the news this morning, I saw a breakin announcement that Biden has “signed legislation to end the COVID national emergency”. I found that statement fascinating and it inspired me to do more research on the “national emergency” precedent in the country. Can the President actually declare a national emergency? Does the Constitution give …

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In my most recent blog post, I commented a bit on the Trump indictment, from a Constitutional perspective. Today, in the light of various school shootings and mass shootings, I’m pausing to say a Constitutional word about the “gun debate”. Again, my intention is never to be partisan or push a partisan narrative but to …

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So, it seems everywhere I look, someone is talking about, arguing about, or thinking about the infamous Trump indictment. I tend to avoid getting too caught up in all the media drama surrounding stories like this. In the end, I consider most things the media or politicians laser focus on to either be a distraction …

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In my studies of the founders during the 1770s, as well as the colonists in the early 1600s, I’ve found a unique and common thread tying them all together. They all burn with passion for liberty. They don’t all agree on how to best preserve, protect and promote her, but there’s a shared, undying fervency …

The Burning Embers of Liberty Read More »

I republished an article this past Monday, one that discussed the importance and significance of the oaths of office our government officials take when they step into their government positions. But, as I was thinking about it more today, I became more convinced of this simple reality: the oath of office is meant to stir …

We the People Must… Protect and Defend the Constitution of the United States of America Read More »

Something I’ve come to recognize more and more, and by default, emphasize more and more when speaking to various groups is this: we should throw out 95% of what we hear from candidates campaigning for some government position. That seems a bit harsh, I know, but I’m actually being kind… I didn’t say 100%. 😉 …

Fast Food Politics: America’s Demand for Political Junk Food Read More »

“If you think Independence Day is America’s defining holiday, think again. Thanksgiving deserves that title, hands-down.” Tony Snow I’m going to start out this post with a personal “thanksgiving”. I’m thankful for three years of successfully writing this Liberty Belle blog. This is my third Thanksgiving post and for that alone, I am thankful. I’m …

Thanksgiving in the United States Read More »