Democracy
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Finding a Common Reality – Let’s Focus on Fundamental Points of Agreement
Parallel Universes As we navigate the conflicts gripping our nation, many people seem to have picked a side and see everything through a distorted lens that only allows in the facts that support their position. It’s like people are choosing… Continue reading
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What is Greatness?
What does it mean to be Great? Given the movement to “Make America Great Again,” I think it is worth considering what makes a country and a leader “great.” Is America a great nation now? Are we moving in the… Continue reading
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Liberty & Justice for All
Our Shared Beliefs Most Americans would strongly agree with all of the following: Our country was founded on the ideals of Freedom and Justice Following the rule of law is critical to the success of a Democracy The United States… Continue reading
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George Washington warned of the dangers of political parties – Let’s heed his wise advice
Washington’s Warning for Us As George Washington prepared to step down from the presidency of the United States, he warned against the dangers of political parties. In his farewell address, he outlined the threats they posed to our Republic, and… Continue reading
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Why I’m joining this movement to make our government leaders more accountable to the people
There is a grass roots effort to enact a constitutional amendment in Michigan that will make our government leaders more accountable to the people and ensure our leaders better align with the majority of voters. This is a historic opportunity… Continue reading
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How we can get our voice back from “Big Money” and tackle corruption in government
It should be very simple. Elected leaders should represent the people, be accountable to the people, spend their time serving the people, and tackle the challenges facing our country. Elections should be contests of ideas and vision, where prospective leaders… Continue reading
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How We Can Reunite Americans
In this time of increasing political polarization, the “other side” is increasingly seen as having evil intent or not having enough intelligence to see that “our side” is right. How can you compromise with someone that you view as evil? … Continue reading
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How We Can Reunite Americans
In this time of increasing political polarization, the “other side” is increasingly seen as having evil intent or not having enough intelligence to see that “our side” is right. How can you compromise with someone that you view as evil? … Continue reading
