The founders of America had one of THE most unique opportunities in history: the Founding Fathers were able to pick a republic vs. a democracy. They got to raise a “baby government” and shape it into whatever they wanted. They could have formed any type of government: an oligarchy, a monarchy, a democracy, a dictatorship, …
Thomas Hooker was a renowned preacher in America, known for excellent speaking skills and a kind heart. But he was also an active participant in politics, effectively founding the colony that would become Connecticut and shaping the Connecticut State Constitution with a sermon he preached. There is much to learn from this man’s extraordinary life, …
Natural rights form a necessary basis for western civilization. But back when Thomas Jefferson borrowed ancient philosophy and religion to form the concept of “natural rights”, and it was foreign to Britain’s ears. Natural rights answer many questions of today. Why is abortion wrong? Natural rights (every person, no matter how small or young, has …
The War on Words is a hot topic in mainstream conservative news outlets. We protest that words are being twisted and redefined in the English language. When words are twisted, everything in life changes. Meaning, emotions, understanding, conversations, and life itself takes on a different color. What is it like when a society loses its …
If I asked you to Google the phrase “you don’t deserve success”, what do you think the results would be? It’s okay if you don’t actually Google it because I already did it. Guess what I got for results? Things like this: “Do You Feel As If You Don’t Deserve Your Success?” Journal of Accountancy. …
Francis Scott Key. Author of the Star Spangled Banner, heroe of American history, and a man whose past is deeply wrought with controversies. Modern textbooks and websites claim he was a racist hypocrite. Historians of his time claim he was a freedom fighter and good man. So who was he? Want to read more? The …
A nation’s history is its most cherished treasure, and when history is twisted, the nation loses its identity. The Founding Fathers are often portrayed as bigoted, racist slave owners who did nothing but abuse their slaves in private and tout human rights and equality in public. It is my goal to uncover the history of …
Words of freedom are painted throughout America’s history. Equality, inalienable rights, the pursuit of happiness, and a good life. All these words ignite hope in people’s chests at the thought that there might be a chance to truly taste freedom. And then it vanishes like vapor into thin air. America wasn’t founded on freedom and …
