Tag Archives: Independence Day

4th Of July 2022

Posted on July 4, 2022 by swabby429

“True patriotism springs from a belief in the dignity of the individual, freedom and equality not only for Americans but for all people on Earth.”–Eleanor Roosevelt This 4th of July comes at a time when our nation’s founding values and … Continue reading →

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Revolting

Posted on July 4, 2021 by swabby429

Today, Americans celebrate a massive act of treason against the British Government. The Declaration of Independence wasn’t the first act of treason. The colonists were previously accused of being traitors after the Boston Tea Party and similar activities that took … Continue reading →

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Danger And Safety

Posted on July 3, 2021 by swabby429

“Ninety-nine percent of the people in the world are fools and the rest of us are in great danger of contagion.”–Thornton Wilder In this highly subjective, personal adventure we call life, we will encounter danger. This can happen unwittingly such … Continue reading →

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On Independence

Posted on July 1, 2021 by swabby429

Today is Canada Day and Sunday is U.S. Independence Day. We generally consider both holidays as the birthdays of the two nations. However, I’ve long thought of the two as conception days instead of birthdays. Because independence was not achieved … Continue reading →

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Pondering Freedom On Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2019 by swabby429

I’m feeling groggy after having my sleep interrupted by two weeks of people shooting off fire crackers and fireworks. While trying to drop off to sleep yesterday, the resentment built up over the few people who felt free to disturb … Continue reading →

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To Protect The Social Contract

Posted on July 4, 2018 by swabby429

Today is arguably the most important Federal Holiday of the United States. The commemoration is usually overshadowed by the celebratory elements like parades, speechifying, and fireworks. In fact, many of us just think of today as the Fourth of July. … Continue reading →

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The Indivisible Pledge

Posted on July 4, 2017 by swabby429

The original “Pledge of Allegiance” was short, sweet, and uncontroversial. “I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” That was the entire pledge as Francis Bellamy … Continue reading →

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