Taxation Without Representation

In what appears to be the first time in our nation’s history, the lower chamber of congress readies to levy tax without actually having voted on the measure. In what is now being called the "Slaughter Amendment", (how apropos) the house will vote on a measure that will have "deemed" the Senate Health Care amendment approved by the house and readied for presidential approval.


Once approved, our tax code will be changed to include additional taxes levied. This action defies the constitutional responsibility our legislators swore to uphold. The despotic tyranny of government is built on such actions. The will of the people usurped for the supposed greater good. Will we let this stand? What is our obligation? Whether or not you agree with me or have great affinity for the left causes, you must agree that some guiding principles supersede the governing class. What are those rights? While reading this, if they are not immediately coming to mind, then you must take time to re-read our founding documents. Free men must lay hold of such things, or they will be stolen by tyranny or worse, apathy of the governed.

Consent Of The Governed

Ok, this is my first stab at blogging. After catching a little heat on Facebook, regarding posting political "stuff", I decided to create a blog. You will have to forgive me. I was unaware that Facebook is reserved for random thoughts from Chuck-E-Cheese to late night insomniacs.

However, blogging allows us space to vent political musings with fellow junkies. I can think of no greater time in recent history for Americans to lay hold of core beliefs. Also, we need to challenge one another on those values. Ultimately,we need to hold our elected officials accountable to those principles. It is what our founding fathers called "consent of the governed."

So I hope you will journey with me as we explore our current political environment, reflect on our history, and contrast the two for a better future!