A Letter To The Editor By Rhino Reader Austin Morris
Every democracy invariably devolves into a bifurcation of Left vs. Right. That’s because of the unending battle for power between the government and the governed, between the state and the people.
The power balance has historically been one-sided, with the state exercising almost all power and the people very little. But as feudalism and serfdom slowly gave way to nascent republics and liberty, one nation in particular rose up by explicitly espousing the radical notion that the people were sovereign, not the state.
This unique nation pioneered policies of individual freedom, unfettered free markets, and strictly limited minimalist government. In today’s parlance we would say it was a right-wing country. It was a daring and radical experiment – and it worked. Those policies turned an undeveloped wilderness into the world’s greatest and richest superpower in less than two centuries. And it became the desired destination for people from all over the World. It will soon be that nation’s 248th birthday
The politics of the Right sets the people free precisely because the political Right represents the people in the unending battle for control. The Left represents the state. The historic loss of monopoly power by the state has been fought aggressively by those who would rule us, those who crave power over others, the smug control freaks who know what’s best. They seek to legitimize their lust for power using the pretext of “democracy”, now that the Divine Right of Kings and simple oppressive violence have both been discredited. So the Left worships democracy above all else. It’s just their latest fig leaf .They can manipulate it so as to appear to lend legitimacy to what they do. In truth, democracy’s virtue lies only in the fact that it is the least inimical form of governance to liberty. Or as Winston Churchill put it, democracy is the worst possible form of government – except for all the others.
Liberty is the goal. Democracy is just a mechanism. Liberty is the ultimate expression of power being wrested from the state, and being held by the people. That is why the Left despises and derides liberty. During the COVID pandemic President Biden mocked freedom as he insisted that you be forced to submit to an injection of unproven chemicals into your body – whether you like it or not. Spoken like a true Leftist, a true tyrant.
All modern Leftists take up for the state, against the people. They promote the power of the state, advocating for ever more rules, requirements, restrictions and regulations, all the better to control you. They increase the taxes you must pay whenever they can, effectively turning you into their slave for several months of the year. Notice that in any current political debate, no matter the issue, the Left always takes whatever position will empower or enrich the state at the expense of the people.
If you have spiritual faith, you will see this battle for what it is, when it is laid out for you. Liberty is God given. God gave us freedom because he does not need a world full of automata forever conforming to his every wish, subservient, submissive, and servile. That’s the Devil’s desire. God’s not that insecure. He gave us life because it is a gift in itself, intrinsically worthwhile, and he gave us liberty so that we may delight in it, and be able to come to love him of our own free will, sincerely and genuinely. Coerced love is counterfeit.
But what does the Devil want? Control. Power. He wants to make you his slave, to force you to bend to his will, no matter how depraved and debased. Government (or the state) is the repository of power, so he works through the Left to advance its might. Liberty is anathema to him. It must be destroyed because it represents a repudiation and renunciation of the control he covets. Any pretext will do, so long as you are less free today than you were yesterday. “If it saves a single life”… we must “save the planet”… we must get our vaccine for “the community” (Satan loves communism)… and so on. If the Devil can kill liberty with a death of a thousand cuts, he will. So he works through the political Left worldwide, using gullible well-meaning fools as well as the Machiavellian and corrupt who gladly embrace his goals.
Some people are good. Some people are not.
Democracies devolve into Right vs.Left because it is the eternal battle between the people and the state, between the powerless and the powerful, between liberty and tyranny, freedom and slavery… between good and evil.
The Right is good.
The Left is evil.
Austin Morris
Well said Mr. Morris. Thank you for carrying the torch for the majority of Americans.
Last I checked Libertarians are far from the majority of political thinkers.
The nanny state has be revealed yet again, hiding under the guise of ‘Democracy’. Well done.
Thank you, American believer.
I too believe that this nation is the last best hope for humanity. It is unique in many ways, not least that it came into being explicitly in the cause of liberty.
More the cause of independence as the idea of liberty and freedom was strictly held aside for male white straight men. Women and minority rights came much later after the country’s founding.
Well thought out as is our system of governance… our founders were well versed in “democracy” from the city state of Athens to the various experiments that arose from it as well as the tyrannies that have raised their ugly political heads through the ages. But more than that, they were well acquainted with the concept of God given…..bestowed upon humanity liberty and rights that are inalienable as espoused from the ancient city of Jerusalem. Reading the Declaration of Independence from the tyranny of England to the Constitution that would bind our nation together to pledge allegiance to the Republic……if only as a people we could tap into that wisdom once again.
An alternative point of view:
Austin refers to early US political history as right wing…. individual freedom (guess he forgot about slavery), unfettered free markets (that led to multiple monopolies that destroyed ability of small business to compete in certain markets while these big businesses damaged the environment and took unfair advantage of workers)…yup sounds very Right Wing to me.
Austin also repeats the narrative of the forced needle for Covid as government control and that the promotion of the vaccine was evil. As individuals you had the right to NOT get the Shot but then certain employment opportunities were limited for you if you didn’t. If you owned your own business, you were NOT required to ‘get the shot’. Conservatives love to talk about lack of freedom but what really upsets them is consequences. But of course, conservatives are happy CONTROL what books your kids should or shouldn’t read, CONTROL what women can do with their bodies, CONTROL what religion is and isn’t promoted in schools, CONTROL who you are allowed to love any marry etc…
Regulations are NOT about control. They are an attempt to protect the community from selfish behaviors of big business, unscrupulous individuals and of course, protect public health with both regulations and investment in research and development of critical science. Regulations are about protecting the public as a whole…not the individual. A simple example is public health inspections that force best practices for maintaining healthy food storage, prep and cooking facilities for the good of the public.
In the fictional world of the modern conservative movement, they want you to believe education is bad (unless by a conservative minded school) and brainwashing your kids, public health policies are about control and that being educated (i.e. woke) makes you a slave to elites. All that is fiction. What they really want is power and control that they claim the Left wants. Classic trick used by those seeking power over the masses throughout history. If you believe these things. You have been conned. Just like Austin has been conned. Conned with hate, fear and ignorance.
If Austin had his way, big business would be allowed to go back to dumping chemical waste in local rivers, lakes, or oceans. Commerical fishing would have no limits until mass extinction of many species of fish. Big business would return to steal from workers, customers, and the environment in the name of short-term profits.
Is the government always good at it’s job? Nope. Education system needs to be reworked or rethought, regulators are often too close to those they oversee, etc.. People who sell you on the idea that those who believe in public good are evil, are those that support selfish pursuit of profit above all else and all others. And we KNOW what Christ said about people like that!
But you be you.
“As individuals you had the right to NOT get the Shot but then certain employment opportunities were limited for you if you didn’t”
You forgot to mention the military under Biden forced soldiers to get the shot, or they would be booted out of the military. A good friend of mine had it happen to him, and no amount of “oops, we made the wrong decision, so will you come back” would replace his shock the military would to that to him.
Military has been forcing shots for decades.
How long were you were in Chrissy? What branch?
Just asking
As if that makes any difference to my statement. What a sad little man you are to believe people can’t even mention the military that haven’t served. That’s like me telling you that you are unqualified to continually rant about immigrants since you never served as a border patrol guard. LMAO. Go hug your guns and pat yourself on your back. Let the adults have a conversation.
While reading Austin Miller’s description of how the left differs from the right, my mind wandered to a question. Who wants us to live under the rule of other people’s religions?
I continued reading and before I could answer that question, Austin Miller went on to talk about “the Devil,” “Satan.”
So, we see what deck Austin Miller is playing with. Austin Miller has two cards for government: “good/right” and “evil/left.” How simple.
Austin Miller advocates for a theocracy as opposed to democracy.
My view of left versus right has been that the left tends to represent new money while the right tends to represent old money. Which political party represents those with little or no money?
Austin Miller spoke of the “richest superpower” (a reference to money, not to God), but without noting how the left played a role in this outcome from the start, as did the right.
I registered to vote but not as a Democrat or as a Republican (Unaffiliated). To date, diehard members of either political party have shown little respect for any freedom from their political parties.
Comment and see.
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Nowhere did I advocate theocracy.
And my name is Austin Morris.
From birth, K-12, graduate school; people are taught the State way. They are either uninformed, or mis-informed. Then they vote socialist. If they wise up as they grow older, it is too late. They are overwhelmed with socialist do-gooders, and power-seekers (money).
Our Republic may have a revancha; but the end will approach, as all other successful empires from the past.
Where, then, is the free world?
I promise kids don’t choose their political allegiance from public school education. Like religion we are born into it and only on self reflection once adults do we begin to truly think independently.
Cracks me up that those that yell about failure of schools (and they are struggling for a number of reasons) somehow want you to beleive that they are such strong educators that they can teach a child to go against the upbringing of their parents.
But you be you.
Mr. Morris
When you can prove to me this present day version of the Constitutional Republic’s conservative representatives in Congress serve and represent the people and not the corrupt corporations, banksters, Military Industrial complex and wealthy donor class, I will believe you. Until then you are just another advocate for one party rule. The Left has gone radical to be sure, but the extreme Right does nothing for the people other than deliver platitudes about Liberty. Kings are just another word for centralized power and wealth. Do you really think for a moment the top 1% of our country’s elite care for the middle class? Communism is not the answer. BUT paying people a livable wage and eliminating corporate greed disguised as free market capitalism is the answer. This country will not survive when 65% live paycheck to paycheck and can’t afford food or healthcare. I will vote for President Trump because the Left has abandoned the working class, but spare me the piety of the self righteous Right.
I most certainly did not advocate one party rule, and the rest of your rambling incoherent digressions don’t merit addressing.
And I made no comment on the Republican Party or their Congressmen.
Try to focus next time.
I think you are absolutely right. The far right are the chosen people by god him/her self and the far left are the devils minions. So, what are you going to do about this?
1. start a riot?
2- start locking people on the far left up?
3- succeed from the union and start your own country?
4- just sit at your computer and write stupid opinion letters to the Rhino times and hope someone will disagree with you so you can call them names and feel more angry than you already are.
I am going to guess you will go with option 4.
No, I think I’ll “succeed from the union” (sic).
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One of us definitely writes stupid comments… Take a look in the mirror, Einstein.
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Sadly, some respondents here seem to believe that my letter addresses the contemporary political landscape of the US. It does not. Neither does it advocate theocracy or one party rule, or any other irrelevant imaginings.
It’s an exposition on the essential and fundamental difference between the political right and the political left.
It’s an essay on political philosophy, and an attempt to put it in a spiritual context.
The essay’s previously been shared with many others, and provokes either unwarranted hostility and anger, or a grateful appreciation that I have put into words what many people instinctively feel, but cannot enunciate.
I don’t understand the former response, but I appreciate the latter even though it was not my goal.
My goal was to lead people to think more deeply and clearly about politics, and hopefully win some hearts and minds for the cause of the right.
Or at least help those on the sinister left to re-examine their beliefs (the Latin word for left is sinister).
That’s all.
Nice dodge. I can tell you fancy yourself an Intellectual but the most ardent student of world history can tell you it is a thread of class struggle of the people vs elites.
You stick to your Marxism Bucketboy, and I’ll stick to freedom.
Cuba’s ready to welcome you.
I stick to freedom as well. I believe freedom remains the foundation of our great country.
But, not being a fool, I recognize that maintaining the balance between individual freedom and the collective good often requires effective governance and regulation. Rules and institutions are be necessary to ensure that freedoms are exercised responsibly and to address conflicts that arise between individual rights and community interests.
For example, you are free to be uncomfortable with the LGBTQ community BUT you should not be free to discriminate against the community unfairly. Another example, Bob’s Garage would like to be free to dump used oil down the sewer because it saves him money from the need to safely store and dispose of used oil, but regulations are required to force Bob’s Garage to do what is good for his community…not himself.
But you be you.
I never mentioned communism??? Solidly a union man. But I guess you think plantation owners, robber barons and sweatshop proprietors were not exploiting labor? You hear class warfare and inequality and you knee-jerk to calling people communist. You’re a reactionary for sure.
No, I called you a Marxist because of your latest reference to the class struggle (a defining element of dialectical materialism) and also because of your comment of 6/23 @ 2.39pm in which you repeatedly refer to the class struggle.
That’s the very definition of Marxism, isn’t it? As a labor union man you will understand this. Karl Marx encouraged workers to unite. “You have nothing to lose but your chains” he said.
– Right?
Even your terminology is classic Marxist. The “exploitation of labor”, and disparaging me as a “reactionary”. ‘Fess up buddy – you’re a Communist ( and therefore a God hater).
Separately, you should try harder to hide your anger and hatred. I’m sorry that this challenge to your beliefs has triggered you, but I have seen this reaction to my essay many times.
It often comes from atheists and those who serve the devil, consciously or not.
LOL. The definition of Marxism is NOT defined by the problem statement (class struggle), it is defined by the proposed SOLUTION to the problem. Marxism promotes state OWNERSHIP while Liberals promote REGULATION.
Buy you be you.
BTW how many times ate you going to recycle this garbage lol? You posted in iYES Weekly in 2022. I give credit for passing off stale perspectives as fresh.
Marxist? I’m a MAGA Christian conservative pro labor populist. Your arguments may serve the ignorant but the real enemy of the American people are the central banks and the puppets who serve them. I used those terms on purpose because the economic history of every empire was built on the exploitation of labor and the destruction of the Middle class. You should listen to more Tucker Carleson and be more informed. The battle is not Left vs Right but the people vs a diabolical elite who have hijacked our government.
Mr Bucket sees all human history as a class struggle (comment 6/23 11:32pm) in accordance with the theory laid out in The Communist Manifesto, 1848.
The hard Left is alive and well despite their denial of their Leftism. They lie, because they owe their allegiance to the Father of Lies.
The battle is always Left vs. Right, and I have come to see it for what it is : evil vs. good.
You are using a narrow (and inaccurate) view of history to promote an even more narrow view of current situation…ie ‘the contemporary political landscape.” Your motives for the letter seem clear.
To claim your writing provokes unwarranted anger is absurd. You call the Left ‘evil’ and paint liberals with a false narrative of their motivations. So yeah, you wanted, and I suspect enjoy the anger you provoke.
See how easily Austin arguments collapse and he resorts to name calling and personal attacks.
You called me a knee jerk reactionary, an advocate for a one-party state, and a member of the pious self-righteous right.
You started the mud slinging, not me.
You just got some back – and now you want to cry about it.
Grow up.
Venezuela Timeline
The demise is quick when the public is apathetic about any issue that is ‘pushed down their throats’. 1992 Became 3rd richest country in Hemisphere
1997 Became 2nd largest purchaser of F-150
2001 Voted for Socialist President “Income Inequality”
2004 Private healthcare is completely socialized
2007 All higher education becomes “free”
2009 Socialist banned private ownership of guns
2012 Bernie Sanders praises their “American Dream”
2014 Opposition Leaders are imprisoned
2016 Food/healthcare shortages become widespread
2017 Constitution and elections are suspended
2019 Unarmed citizens massacrd by own government
It took only one generation of progressive leadership to
plunge this country into civil war
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You’re right, Lynne. Venezuela has huge oil reserves and should be the Saudi Arabia of South America. But they voted in Hugo Chavez, an open communist. Now they’re stuck with his successor Maduro. As the saying goes, You can vote in Communism, but you have to fight your way out.
In much the same way, Argentina was once one of the richest countries in the World. Now it’s impoverished and corrupt after decades of statism and socialism. Milei might save them. I hope so.
Godless government always subjugates and enslaves the people – because that’s exactly what Satan wants.
Careful Lynne, using irrefutable facts to make your point will get you that secret list many of us are on.
What silliness are you implying? The history of Venezuela is well understood. Are you making the comparison of conservative’s Plan 2025 to Venezuela?
Bravo Lynne, but trust me, some of these people will argue the facts!
You’re dead right A.B.
I believe that it is the defining characteristic of leftists – they have a profound reality perception problem.
Curious, I asked an AI to assess thia letter and author from the standpoint of a psychologist assessing the personality and any maladies of the writer. Here is the response …
As a psychologist, examining the personality and potential psychological characteristics of the individual who wrote this letter involves looking at the themes, tone, and language used in their writing. Here are several observations:
### 1. **Paranoia and Suspicion**:
– **Government Distrust**: The writer exhibits an extreme distrust of government and the political Left, viewing them as inherently oppressive and malevolent. This kind of pervasive distrust can be indicative of paranoid tendencies.
– **Conspiracy Thinking**: The letter suggests a belief in a coordinated effort by the Left to control and enslave the populace, which aligns with conspiratorial thinking. The mention of the Devil working through the political Left is a sign of this mindset.
### 2. **Black-and-White Thinking**:
– **Binary Worldview**: The writer frames the political landscape in a very black-and-white manner, equating the Right with good and the Left with evil. This kind of dichotomous thinking is often associated with cognitive rigidity, where there is an inability to see the nuances and complexities in situations.
### 3. **Grandiosity and Self-Righteousness**:
– **Moral Superiority**: There is a strong tone of moral superiority, suggesting that the writer views themselves and their ideological allies as inherently virtuous and morally superior to their opponents. This can be linked to narcissistic traits.
– **Historic Narratives**: The writer invokes historical and religious narratives to support their views, which can reflect a grandiose sense of understanding and righteousness.
### 4. **Aggression and Hostility**:
– **Adversarial Tone**: The letter is filled with hostile and aggressive language towards the political Left, using terms like “smug control freaks” and “true tyrant.” This suggests underlying anger and hostility.
– **Demonization**: Equating the Left with the Devil and portraying them as fundamentally evil indicates a strong level of animosity and dehumanization of political opponents.
### 5. **Fear and Anxiety**:
– **Fear of Control**: There is an evident fear of losing personal freedom and being controlled by external forces. This anxiety about control and autonomy is a central theme in the letter.
### Summary:
The letter writer exhibits signs of paranoia, particularly in their distrust of government and belief in conspiratorial motives behind the actions of the political Left. There is also evidence of black-and-white thinking, grandiosity, and a self-righteous attitude. The tone is aggressive and hostile, reflecting underlying anger and possibly a sense of threat. The writer’s worldview seems dominated by fear and anxiety about losing personal freedoms and being controlled by malevolent forces.
It’s important to note that these observations are based solely on the content and tone of the letter. A more comprehensive psychological assessment would require a deeper understanding of the individual’s personal history, behavior, and broader context.
What vacuous psychobabble. That and a Dollar will get you a cup of coffee.
And it’s strange then, isn’t it, that I’m such a happy, normal member of society, with a great family (married 38 years and a successful small business (33 years)?
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This is what Leftists do when they are unable to refute your argument. They smear you with baseless character assassination.
“When the debate is lost, slander becomes the tool of the loser” – Socrates
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I know I must come across somewhat as a religious nut, but I’m not. It’s just that as I’ve become older I now see things more clearly. And in my 6 decades I have never seen evil so rampant as it is now.
Does that make me paranoid – or perceptive?
I fed your response into the AI. And it says ….
Austin, I appreciate your response and the opportunity to address your points directly.
First, let me clarify that the purpose of a psychological analysis is not to smear or slander, but to understand the patterns and themes in someone’s communication. It’s a professional attempt to interpret the content, not a personal attack.
Your letter to the editor expressed strong views, and it’s common for such passionate expressions to evoke a variety of responses, including psychological interpretations. Your description of your life—happy, successful, and stable—contrasts with the intense tone of your letter. This juxtaposition itself is an interesting aspect worth considering: how someone with a positive personal life might still hold strong, oppositional views towards certain political or societal structures.
The fact that you mention feeling more perceptive as you’ve aged is not uncommon. Many people find their perspectives evolve over time, often becoming more fixed or more nuanced depending on their experiences and reflections.
Regarding the question of whether this makes you paranoid or perceptive, it could be both, neither, or something else entirely. Perception can be shaped by many factors, including personal experiences, information sources, and cognitive biases. Paranoia, on the other hand, is characterized by an irrational distrust and suspicion, which can sometimes be difficult to distinguish from heightened awareness, especially when one feels strongly about the issues at hand.
Lastly, invoking Socrates is a powerful rhetorical device, emphasizing your view that personal attacks often replace substantive debate. However, my initial analysis was intended to offer a perspective, not to end the debate. Engaging with differing views, whether political or psychological, can enrich our understanding and lead to more productive discussions.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and I encourage ongoing dialogue. Understanding different perspectives, especially those passionately held, is crucial for meaningful discourse.
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Nobody’s interested in your verbose A.I. crap. Think for yourself.
And stand behind it.
You’re like a little kid who incessantly prattles “My Mom says….”
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AI responds ….
Austin,
Your recent comment appears to be an ad hominem attack, which can be seen as supporting certain personality characteristics discussed earlier. Specifically, your aggressive and dismissive tone aligns with the hostility and black-and-white thinking mentioned. This kind of response can be a defense mechanism, possibly reflecting underlying anger or frustration.
Since you asked, “Does that make me paranoid …?” in your previous response, here are the top five psychological assessments that could help you explore this and other related traits further:
1. Paranoia Scale (PS)
Purpose: Measures levels of suspiciousness and paranoid thinking.
Relevance: Given your distrust of the government and belief in coordinated control efforts, this scale can help assess whether these thoughts are within the typical range or indicative of paranoia.
2. MMPI-2 (Paranoia and Hostility Scales)
Purpose: Offers a comprehensive assessment of various personality traits, including paranoia and hostility.
Relevance: This test can provide a detailed profile of your psychological traits, helping to identify any tendencies towards paranoia and hostility.
3. Buss-Perry Aggression Questionnaire (BPAQ)
Purpose: Measures components of aggression, including physical and verbal aggression, anger, and hostility.
Relevance: Given the aggressive tone in your comments and writing, this questionnaire can help quantify and understand your levels of hostility.
4. Narcissistic Personality Inventory (NPI)
Purpose: Identifies narcissistic traits in non-clinical populations.
Relevance: Your grandiosity and self-righteousness could be explored further with this inventory, providing insights into how these traits manifest in your behavior and beliefs.
5. Generic Conspiracist Beliefs Scale (GCBS)
Purpose: Measures general belief in conspiracy theories.
Relevance: Considering your views on government control and societal manipulation, this scale can help determine the extent of your conspiracist thinking.
If you’re genuinely interested in understanding these aspects of your personality, consulting a mental health professional for these assessments could be enlightening. It would provide you with a structured and objective perspective on your thoughts and behaviors.
I hope this direct and practical information addresses your concerns and offers a path forward for deeper self-understanding. If you have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask.
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I hope you get over your fixation with me.
It’s symptomatic of a mental heath problem. We can all see that. We don’t need A.I. to tell us.
And the next time you try to debate someone’s letter, you should address the issues they raise rather than attacking their character. It’s another thing that little kids do when they know they’ve lost an argument. “Well your Mamma’s fat!”
How pitiful and pathetic you are.
Get over me, and get a life.
And seek help.
I think that is a little unfair to Mr. Morris. The same could be said of about everyone on this thread, if AI could be believed…which it cant!
Thank you, Joe.
And I apologise for calling you a communist. Apparently you’re not. Sorry.
I apologize as well. You are correct that a certain evil has permeated our world. But as Christians we can’t lumpsum everyone we disagree (left or right) with as Satanist…he is an equal opportunity employer and takes souls on either side of the aisle. Prayer is our only answer for the darkness that comes. Tucker Carleson has said it is now all spiritual warfare. I agree.
Peace
I didn’t know that Carlson believes it’s now all spiritual warfare – but I agree 100%. Isn’t he saying essentially the same thing as me? Thanks for that information, Joe.
And thanks for keeping the debate germane and genial.
Thanks for the well thought out comments Austin. While American is certainly not a perfect place, I do believe that most people want to see our government succeed. Indeed, why do so many people want to come here to live if it’s so bad? The issue is the definition and vision of just what success looks like because it can be vastly different for many people.
For me the issues really come down to finding the right balance between a government that truly exists to protect its citizen’s (safety, environment, health, etc) while NOT limiting, as much as possible, our freedoms and rights guaranteed in the founding documents.
Hopefully we can move beyond the yelling and screaming at each other and seek to find a common ground that we can all discuss and support. Sure – probably a dream that we will never achieve but I believe we should continue to make that our goal, our purpose.
I agree.
I’m old but not old enough to remember the 1950’s. The cultural cohesion of the US – and the West – seemed to be stronger, and more consistent with the ideals you (and I) value. Comity and civility were once the norm.
That was then, this is now.
Thank you for your kind words.
Lol, if you were white maybe. If you were a person of color or gay in 50s, you certainly didn’t experience cohesion or civility. Rose colored glass about a time when the US economy benefited from WWII reduced manufacturating amd agriculture production in Europe and Asia. Naturally Austin ignores the hateful racism and homophonic culture that defined the US at the time by excluding minorities from the boom years.
What many of you forget is there IS a place for government. But it should be limited to those functions that citizens cannot provide ourselves. Among these are National Security, protecting our boarders (Canada and Mexico), monitoring all types of businesses so their activities do not harm or poison everyone. The list goes on and on.
Business is not in business to screw everybody. They provide goods and services that we cannot, or do not want provide ourselves. Yes we all need bread and we could all bake bread if we wanted to do so and had the time to do it. But not everybody is interested in making bread so we buy it from a business. If that business charges too much or some other business can make the bread cheaper, we have the freedom to buy it from another baker. That is free market capitalism. This type of system makes all businesses competitive and ensures that the decisions they make will determine if they succeed or fail.
The same holds true with schools and education. Taxpayers are forced to pay for public education. But what happens when public education fails our children…the ones that will be the next generation of leaders. Money spent on public education should follow each child. That way, public schools will be in competition with private, charter, religious, home schooling or alternative schools. The schools with the best performance (well educated children) will get more students and thus more money. This too is the same type of competition as the bread you buy from a baker.
Let people decide the best place to buy bread and the best place to educate their children. Freedom gives everyone the RIGHT TO CHOOSE what is best for them and their families. Why is government afraid of a little competition? The answer is that all governments are afraid to compete because they might lose the power and money to control the lives of everyone. CONSERVATIVES welcome a good challenge because they know will have to provide the best possible goods (like bread) or services (like education). Democrats are afraid of a challenge. They would rather control the process and the money that follows than do what is best…even for their own children. It is sad and pathetic that democrats would rather limit the chance for success of their own children.
A most interesting thread. The Rhino Times needs a “like” button
Well I think he’s right. Democrats kill babies, hate jews, promote pervertion and are destroying America.
Evil
Hey Austin
As with most things in life the truth probably lies somewhere in the middle between us. I believe you are correct that governments can be evil and I believe I am correct that the global elites (extremely wealthy and central banks) control governments.
Carleson unifies our two worldviews…hang on to your hat it’s about to get real.
https://youtu.be/DePgUagZPwg?si=t_Ws65DMdXBzMQa8
There is indeed a “plot against the people”, and probably always will be, for government has always been hostile towards the governed. It is not a new story, and the conspirators and conspiracies have varied from era to era, depending on the political or economic situation in their various countries.
But it was not until the era of the League of Just Men and Karl Marx that conspirators and conspiracies became one, with one aim, one objective, and one determination. This has nothing to do with any “ideology” or form of government, or ideals or “materialism” or any other catchphrases generously fed to the unthinking masses. It has absolutely nothing to do with races or religions, for the conspirators are beyond what they call “such trivialities.” They are also beyond good and evil. The Caesars they put into power are their creatures, whether they know it or not, and the peoples of all nations are helpless, whether they live in America, Europe, Russia, China, Africa or South America. They will always be helpless until they are aware of their real enemy.
President John F. Kennedy knew what he was talking about when he spoke of the “Gnomes of Zurich.” Perhaps he knew too much! Coups d’etat are an old story, but they are now growing too numerous. This is probably the last hour for mankind as a rational species, before it becomes the slave of a “planned society.” Taylor Caldwell “Captains and the Kings”
I reckon we are closer in our beliefs than we thought.
Thanks for the info.
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“Governments can be evil” – agreed! In fact that has to be the understatement of the year.
Government is the biggest mass murderer in human history – by far.
The democrats promote freedom of choice, freedom to marry whoever you love, freedom to be who you choose to be and worship who gives you faith.
Freedom seems to make conservatives very uncomfortable.
“The writer’s worldview seems dominated by fear and anxiety about losing personal freedoms and being controlled by malevolent forces”
LOL! So much for ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE!
The world view described by AI seems to match that of our Founding Fathers
True!
If the Colonists weren’t afraid of “losing personal freedoms and being controlled by malevolent forces” we’d still be ruled from London!
I shall take it as a compliment.
I’m a Brit, but I would have sided with the American Colonists at the time – as many other prominent Britons did.
Thanks, AB!
Well reasoned letter Mr . Morris. I am surprised it provoked a lot of comments , many of which were ignorant and pointless. Godless communism is a threat to the liberty that you obviously love and cherish.
I myself have written over 100 letters to the News and Record when inspired by their socialist gruel. That is why I appreciate the effort you took to express your world view.
Thank you
Thanks, Fred.
When you unmask evil, identifying it lucidly and persuasively, you become a target.
Satan doesn’t like being outed.
…and thank you too, for your efforts. We do what we can.
Austin, your letter is marked by a passionate, if not vehement, tone and a clear-cut stance you perceive on the dichotomy between the Left and the Right. Let’s delve into the key points you’ve made, engaging directly with the issues at hand.
The Historical Power Balance
You argue that historically, the state has held most of the power, but this began to change with the rise of republics and the idea of popular sovereignty. You credit the success of a particular nation—presumably the United States—to its policies of individual freedom, free markets, and limited government.
Analysis:
Complex Historical Factors: The United States’ rise to power was influenced by a multitude of factors, including abundant natural resources, geographic isolation, and immigration, in addition to its political and economic systems. Simplifying this success to just the influence of right-wing policies overlooks these broader dynamics.
Power Dynamics and Governance: While the shift towards more democratic and republican forms of government did redistribute power, modern governance involves a balance between state power and individual freedoms. Effective governance often requires regulation and intervention to protect public interests and maintain order.
Right vs. Left Dichotomy
You assert that the Right represents the people and liberty, while the Left represents the state and control. You suggest that the Left manipulates democracy to legitimize its power.
Analysis:
Oversimplification of Ideologies: The dichotomy you present is overly simplistic. Both the Right and Left encompass a range of ideologies and policies. The Right includes both advocates of minimal government intervention and those who support strong national security measures, while the Left ranges from moderate progressives to more radical socialists.
Policy Complexity: Policies often attributed to the Left, such as social safety nets and environmental protections, are designed to support vulnerable populations and preserve public goods. Meanwhile, right-wing policies emphasizing deregulation and free markets can lead to economic growth but also risk increasing inequality and environmental harm.
Liberty and Government Control
You emphasize that liberty is the ultimate goal, framing it as a divine right opposed by government control, which you liken to the Devil’s work.
Analysis:
Balancing Liberty and Order: Liberty is indeed a fundamental value, but it must be balanced with the need for public order and welfare. Absolute freedom can lead to chaos, while excessive control can result in tyranny. The challenge is to find a balance that maximizes freedom without compromising safety and justice.
Public Health and Safety: Your criticism of President Biden’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the tension between individual rights and collective responsibility. Public health measures, including vaccinations, aim to protect the community, especially the most vulnerable. Balancing personal freedom with the duty to prevent harm to others is a complex ethical issue.
Moral and Spiritual Dimensions
You draw a moral and spiritual distinction between liberty and control, aligning liberty with divine intention and control with evil forces.
Analysis:
Moral Nuance: While your moral framing is compelling, it’s important to recognize the complexity of ethical issues in governance. Political decisions often involve trade-offs and diverse consequences, making the distinction between good and evil less clear-cut.
Religious Diversity: Different individuals and cultures interpret religious teachings in varied ways. Respecting this diversity is crucial in a pluralistic society, where multiple moral and ethical perspectives coexist.
Conclusion
Your letter presents strong views on governance, liberty, and the role of the state. While your arguments are forcefully presented, it’s essential to engage with the complexity and nuances of these issues. Constructive dialogue requires acknowledging different perspectives and finding common ground, rather than framing the discussion in absolute terms.
Pretentious prolix pabulum.
Classic response from a closed minded person who lacks the ability to engage in civil exchange if ideas with anyone who doesn’t share his point of view. Austin refers to a well thought out and well structured response as ‘too wordy’. Conservatives do love to over simplify complex issues amd to point blame at what ever target their bigoted point of view is fixated on at any given moment. In this case calling the Left evil. Simple, bigoted and inaccurate. Yup. Fits Austin well.
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The response of this individual displays his tenuous grasp on reality.
He claims that I “lack the ability to engage in civil exchange of ideas”. Plainly, I have been doing exactly that in this entire thread. Any brusqueness on my part has only been in retaliation for ad hominem attacks and insults that were leveled at me. Most of the debate has been civil.
One exception is this particular individual, who even in his closing comment cannot resist attacking the messenger for the message, attacking me as “closed minded”, “simple” and “bigoted”.
It’s sad that some people can’t disagree without being disagreeable, but at least he has proven my point that Leftists have a profound reality perception problem, and a nasty taint of evil. They get really furious when they are exposed for what they are.
The Devil wants you to believe that he and evil do not exist.
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That is the pot calling the kettle black. Just read your snarky response to a well written well organized response to your letter. As for my reply, I just call it as I see it old boy. Stop making bigoted closed-minded statements and I will stop referring to you as a closed-minded bigoted person. Not complicated.
But you be you.
“The Devil wants you to believe that he and evil do not exist.”
That about sums it up.
Time to put this issue to rest.
Thank you Mr. Morris for a very lively and revealing conversation.
Austin,
Your concise feedback is noted. My intent was to engage with the issues you raised in a detailed manner. If you believe my response was overly verbose or pretentious, perhaps you could specify particular points or arguments that you feel were misrepresented or missed the mark. Constructive dialogue often benefits from clarity and specificity, so I’m open to addressing any specific concerns or points of contention you have.