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Sean Patrick
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From the book: It took
our species thousands of bloody, torturous, and degrading years to climb out of
the pits of hell and recognize the sanctity of life, the value of the individual,
and the equality of our fellows. To this
effect, Madison proudly declared, “The happy Union of these States is a wonder;
their Constitution a miracle; their example the hope of Liberty throughout the
world.”
I could not possibly think of a better book to
finish on this infamous date; September 11, 2019. September 11 when America was under attack by
a foreign enemy.
But I do not believe that IF America is to ever fall, it will NOT be from a foreign enemy but rather from within by citizens
who know not the history of this great country and fail to stand up when it is
the right thing to do.
This book should be read by EVERY American, yes that includes you, with no
exception. It is that important. As I read the book, I took away many valuable
insights into what happened in the early days of America that ended with the
Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Imagine
a country with 13 Colonies, no internet, no instant 24-hour news media and
miles and days to travel through the 13 Colonies to get people of very
different backgrounds and beliefs to agree on such a document that has survived
all these years; at least until now.
I could not help but put myself into the picture as
I listened to some of the most famous names in our history put forth their
ideas regarding the rights of individuals in this new found nation. As I read the printed words I pictured
Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Thomas Paine et al debating the wording of the
various sections of the Bill of Rights.
I understood how the individual Colonies created their own Bill of
Rights and those Bills were eventually incorporated in the country’s Bill of
Rights.
I feel I had a good understanding of the
Constitution and the Bill of Rights before I read the book but now, I know I
have a greater knowledge of the intent of each section and why they are worded
as they are.
In 2019 there is an increasing belief that Socialism
is our future. I shutter to think that
ever be the case. It is time everyone STAND UP and be counted to preserve our way of life and the
freedoms we enjoy. One need not look
very far to see what the perils of Socialism is – IT
HAS FAILED EVERYWHERE IT HAS BEEN TRIED AND MILLIONS OF PEOPLE HAVE DIED UNDER
THE YOKE OF SUCH OPPRESSIVE SOCIALISTIC GOVERNMENTS.
I take the side of the author when I ask that YOU read the book and then get your family and friends to read it. Give it to them as gifts with personal notes
inside emphasizing the importance of reading it.
