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Title: A TWO-PARTY DEATH GRIP
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Published: Feb 14, 2008
Author: Chuck Baldwin
Post Date: 2008-02-14 23:04:53 by christine
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Comments: 34
It is time to say it: the two major parties hold a death grip on the American people. Instead of representing the people, both the Republican and Democrat parties are bought and paid for by special interest groups and multinational corporations. Neither party pays any attention to the U.S. Constitution but both are largely marching in lockstep toward bigger and bigger government. Both Republicans and Democrats eagerly sacrifice what's good for the country for what's good for the party. As they now exist, neither major party deserves the support of patriotic Americans. Furthermore, blind allegiance to the two major parties has created a "lesser of two evils" mindset that has warped the thinking and perverted the values of otherwise good people. What people would never accept in any other venue of society, they gladly and willingly accept from their chosen party's candidates. People expect honesty and integrity from clergymen, bankers, doctors, businessmen, realtors, journalists, and even used car salesmen. Those same people, however, quickly tolerate and even excuse dishonesty and chicanery from their chosen political party. Ever since George W. Bush became President of these United States, I have watched in disbelief as my fellow Christian conservatives have not only looked the other way as Bush repeatedly betrayed conservative/constitutional principles, but have willingly and enthusiastically supported his apostasy. Many of them are continuing to do the same thing by supporting the Big-Government, pro-amnesty, pro-gun control, pro-100-year war, grubby candidacy of John McCain. Good grief! Pat Robertson even endorsed the soiled candidacy of the liberal cross-dresser, Rudy Giuliani. It is clear, therefore, that conservatives are more than willing to support and defend someone they know to be unfaithful to both their oath of office and to bedrock conservative principles. In other words, it does not matter a whit to them whether their candidate tells the truth, obeys the Constitution, or even demonstrates fidelity to the fundamental principles of liberty. If he has an "R" behind his name, conservatives will support him. However, the same people who will justify dishonesty in the lives of their favored party's politicians would never accept such conduct from anyone else. Furthermore, many of these conservatives actually call themselves Christians; many are preachers. They preach and teach the virtues of honesty and integrity from the pulpit. They teach boys and girls to be honest and virtuous: to put the principles of right above personal wealth or benefit. Then, they turn around and support these lying politicians, many of whom are fornicating, greedy, arrogant reprobates. What is even more amazing is that they find no inconsistency with what they are doing. In his Farewell Address, our first and greatest President, George Washington, eloquently lobbied the American people to guard against over-infatuation with political parties. Anyone reading his warnings today will be impressed with his insight and wisdom. Virtually everything he predicted has come to pass. Blind loyalty to political parties has corrupted our public institutions, blinded the hearts and minds of the American people, and opened wide the door to undue foreign influence. If everyone who believes and teaches honesty and accountability would put it into practice when they walk into the voting booth, we could put a stop to this pathetic practice of electing dishonest and despicable people to high public office. Instead of hiding their own character and integrity under the bushel basket of party partisanship, voters could be proud of the fact that they are actually helping to set the ship of state aright by electing men and women of honesty and character. Although I do not share this opinion, many people believe Abraham Lincoln to be one of America's greatest presidents (I think he was one of the worst). Personal opinion aside, it is a fact that Lincoln's election and subsequent influence upon this country was huge. Therefore, it is more than significant to realize that Lincoln was first elected from a four-person race with only 39% of the popular vote. Even more significant is the fact that at that time the Republican Party was a minor party, having been formed only a few years earlier. So much for the argument that a minor party cannot win a major election. Advertisement In practically every Presidential election, there are candidates from a variety of independent or "third" parties on the ballot. To ignore them merely because they are not Republicans or Democrats is absurd. Furthermore, it is more than obvious that the GOP will not tolerate principled candidates running for President. The recent Presidential candidacies of Duncan Hunter, Tom Tancredo, Alan Keyes, and Ron Paul make this abundantly clear. While it may still be appropriate to support state and local Republican candidates, at the Presidential level, it is waste of time--and a wasted vote--to support the establishment Republican candidates. They are all Big-Government liberals. Yes, that includes Mike Huckabee. I recommend that people seriously consider voting for a Third Party candidate this November. Start by taking a close look at the Constitution Party. The Constitution Party (the third largest political party in America) has a proven track record of fidelity to pro-life, conservative principles and to constitutional government. I further believe it is time for principled columnists and journalists such as Charley Reese to start encouraging voters to support principled, independent candidates. The same goes for leaders of the Religious Right such as Tony Perkins, James Dobson, and Phyllis Schlafly. For them to continue to ignore good, independent candidates only serves to strengthen and augment the two-party death grip. It is more than interesting that more people are currently registered as Independents than either Republican or Democrat. But it is not enough to register as an Independent, we must start voting Independent. Remember, the object is to elect honest and honorable leaders for our country, not to promote and protect the private agendas of the fat cats who control the two major parties. It increasingly appears that the two major parties will force the American people to choose between the fascistic John McCain or the Marxist Barack Obama. Is that really the kind of choice we are willing to accept? Are we really content to continue to vote the "party line," no matter what damage results? Let's face it, folks: the two major parties are strangling the life out of this country. It is indeed a death grip. Something drastic must be done, and it must be done NOW! Since it does not appear that either major party is salvageable (at the national level), it is up to "We the people" to take matters into our own hands. This means bypassing the mainstream press and relying more on the Internet for our news and information. And it means bypassing the two major parties and voting for Independent candidates for President. If Michael Bloomberg throws his hat in the Presidential ring, it will already be a three-man race. A strong independent conservative contender would make it a viable four-man race (just like 1860). At that point, anything could happen. But first, we must awaken to the reality of the two-party death grip, and then decide to do something about it. I am ready. How about you? *If you enjoyed this column and want to help me distribute these editorial opinions to an ever-growing audience, please send your check or Money Order or, use this link.
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#1. To: christine (#0)
apropos, huh?
It is more than interesting that more people are currently registered as Independents than either Republican or Democrat. But it is not enough to register as an Independent, we must start voting Independent. Remember, the object is to elect honest and honorable leaders for our country, not to promote and protect the private agendas of the fat cats who control the two major parties. It increasingly appears that the two major parties will force the American people to choose between the fascistic John McCain or the Marxist Barack Obama. Is that really the kind of choice we are willing to accept? Are we really content to continue to vote the "party line," no matter what damage results?
And who are exactly the 'honest and honorable leaders' today in American politics? Help me to see the light.
Ron Paul is one.
We demand our United States Constitution be restored.
i think there are Constitution Party candidates that would fit that bill.
Two wings of the same bird. Vote all you want, the flight plan doesn't change.
that gave me my new tagline. thanks.
Two wings of the same bird. Vote all you want, the flight plan doesn't change.
Like it or not, the media chooses who we get to vote for. There is no way to play fair and win if you aren't a media darling (A NWO CFR scumbag). Until we break the media stranglehold on information in a big way, we will always get NWO CFR scumbags to choose from. Until we break the media stranglehold, 3rd party or independent candidates stand no chance. That is, if we play "fair". Ron Paul is a pretty smart guy. I think he found a way around their media blockade, in the brokered convention strategy.
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I agree with Justin Raimondo's points about Ron Paul (in the light of the recent events). If you didn't, you could read his points on takimag.
I said the other day they were the right and left wings of the same turkey.
I think you misspelled gourd.
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You nail it. A+++++++++++++. So why are we in the situation where media and not people choses. And why we craving to put future of our children on just one card. Seems kinda stupid move to me.
1. R3volution 2. New R3volution 3. ??? 4. ??? 5. ??? ... You guys changing the revolutions faster than you change underwear. On my amusement.
I always wonder about people who get into political office. I would imagine most start with a vision and a sincere intention to do good. somewhere along the way, the perks and the power take hold, and then the overriding ambition seems to become to stay in office. I find it incredible that elected officials spend most of their time fundraising and scheming for the next election, as if elections themselves and not the actual responsibility of the job was the important thing. and you've gotta wonder about anyone who wants to be president. it's a crappy job and doesn't even pay all that well. I guess once you're in the political mindset, it's the ultimate prize though. (and y'all, I am in no way judging dr paul here - he seems like one of the few I've seen, probably the only one actually, who doesn't give a crap about the perks and the power, and has retained an interest in actual issues)
Critter...RP said in his infamous letter that there was no hope for a brokered convention, did he not? Wasn't that the reason he decided to scale down his presidential bid and focus on his congressional seat bid?
Two wings of the same bird. Vote all you want, the flight plan doesn't change.
Fact is: Congressional and Presidential contributions must be kept separate. de facto suspension of his presidential campaign Wrong...scaling back pres. campaign staff to conserve $$$ (which I read was a way to purge the campaign of infiltrators) and attending to Texas for congress and pres primaries this month. This has been hashed out over and over again the past few days. I care not to go there. He's a honest and principled man and in the apparent absence of anyone else suitable, he has my support and my vote. Republican, independent or standing on his head.
We demand our United States Constitution be restored.
Oy vey woman! Here, watch this: That letter was written by a staffer. The above video explains his position at the moment. I listened to a conference call on RP Radio where he explained the snafu. Then he made this video to state his position a little more clearly.
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Your choice, by all means, is not the worst one.
Nice summation. I can't find anything to disagree with. Even if I have to write it in I'll vote for Ron Paul. I WILL NOT ever vote for Hitlery, Obummer, or McInsane. Period.
"The difference between an honorable man and a moral man is that an honorable man regrets a discreditable act even when it has worked and he is in no danger of being caught." ~ H. L. Mencken
BTW, that video? Well: Views: 392,073 Rebates for Ron - Ron Paul For Dummies - New R3volution
I guess it's numbers and longevity. this seems like something that could be changed if people thought about it. since I've been living in the south, I'm struck by the number of blue collar type people who pledge allegiance to the republican party, which seriously does not give a shit about them. people voting against their own self-interest makes no sense. but how do you tell them that? 1. Constitution Party - 1992 - 366,937 2. Democratic Party - 1792 - 39,337,282 3. Green Party - 1996 - 289,177 4. Libertarian Party - 1971 - 235,500 5. Reform Party - 1992 - 42,376 6. Republican Party - 1854 - 30,593,698 *Number of registered members in each party as of Nov. 2006. Data compiled by Ballot Access News (www.ballot- http://access.org/2007/010107.html#11)">www.ballot-access.org/2007/010107.html#11) .
thanks, i watched this the other day and missed the part about the convention. while he doesn't expect a brokered convention, he did say that a lot of things can happen between now and then which could alter that. what i focused on mainly was his plan for a grand rally in DC.
Two wings of the same bird. Vote all you want, the flight plan doesn't change.
double period ;)
Two wings of the same bird. Vote all you want, the flight plan doesn't change.
Compare and contrast the intellectual and moral scope of Bush/McCain/Hitlery/Obama/Huckabee/et al (except Ron Paul) with the now discredited ideas of the following "losers": "We feel that our cause is just and holy; we protest solemnly in the face of mankind that we desire peace at any sacrifice save that of honour and independence; we ask no conquest, no aggrandizement, no concession of any kind from the States with which we were lately confederated; all we ask is to be let alone; that those who never held power over us shall not now attempt our subjugation by arms." -President Jefferson Davis, C.S.A. - 29 April 1861 "All that the South has ever desired was that the Union as established by our forefathers should be preserved and that the government as originally organized should be administered in purity and truth." -Robert E. Lee We are regressing in our Liberty and Natural Rights as free men. Maybe the C.S.A. was really right all along??
"There is a Providence that protects idiots, drunkards, children and the United States of America." - Otto von Bismarck
all my women use that excuse. sheeez.
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What a misleading article!! It does not once mention Israel which controls both political parties. If you can't name your enemy, you are in deep trouble.
The Truth of 911 Shall Set You Free From The Lie
All 3rd Party - 933,000 All Parties - 70,864,000 Geez, what an informative statistic. Third parties are 3% of the Republican Party. Third parties are 1.3% of total parties.
We demand our United States Constitution be restored.
These are mainly descendants of Yertle's kinsmen, the Scots-Irish. What drove them out of the Dem party initially was LBJ signing the Civil Rights Act. Then the Baptist preachers got on board as well and thought of various other issues which made the Dems the "Demoncrats." After all, the Southern Baptist denomination began as a reaction to the abolitionist movement and hailed "slavery" as "biblical." It remains to be seen how steadfast they will be, but I wouldn't be surprised if many of these folk are still voting GOP ('God's Own Party') even while living under bridges and dumpster-diving for "vittles."
“I would give no thought of what the world might say of me, if I could only transmit to posterity the reputation of an honest man.” - Sam Houston
Like this: pssst, the democrats don't give a shit either. Every voter in the national (federal) election process is voting against their own self-interests, they simply "believe" that one party or the other serves their purpose, when the corporations are the only entities that can legitimately make this claim.
i'm blanking. what's the C.S.A.?
Two wings of the same bird. Vote all you want, the flight plan doesn't change.
Confederate States of America. It was the maybe that threw ya off.
Of that, there is no doubt.
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Furthermore, blind allegiance to the two major parties has created a "lesser of two evils" mindset that has warped the thinking and perverted the values of otherwise good people. What people would never accept in any other venue of society, they gladly and willingly accept from their chosen party's candidates.
#2. To: Cynicom (#1)
#3. To: christine (#2)
"A strong independent conservative contender" would make it a viable four-man race (just like 1860). At that point, anything could happen. But first, we must awaken to the reality of the two-party death grip, and then decide to do something about it. I am ready. How about you?
#4. To: All (#0)
DING DING DING
#5. To: christine (#0)
#6. To: christine (#4)
Remember, the object is to elect honest and honorable leaders for our country,...
#7. To: gord (#6)
#8. To: gord (#6)
#9. To: TwentyTwelve (#5)
#10. To: christine (#4)
#11. To: angle (#7)
Ron Paul is one.
#12. To: christine (#9)
#13. To: gord (#11)
I agree with Justin Raimondo's points about Ron Paul (in the light of the recent events). If you didn't, you could read his points on takimag.
#14. To: Critter (#10)
Like it or not, the media chooses who we get to vote for.
#15. To: Critter (#13)
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#16. To: gord (#6)
And who are exactly the 'honest and honorable leaders' today in American politics? Help me to see the light.
#17. To: Critter (#10)
#18. To: gord (#11)
From takimag:
Representative Paul has millions in cash on hand, which he can readily use for his congressional campaign.
#19. To: christine (#17)
RP said in his infamous letter that there was no hope for a brokered convention, did he not?
#20. To: angle (#18)
He's a honest and principled man and in the apparent absence of anyone else suitable, he has my support and my vote.
#21. To: angle (#18)
This has been hashed out over and over again the past few days. I care not to go there. He's a honest and principled man and in the apparent absence of anyone else suitable, he has my support and my vote. Republican, independent or standing on his head.
#22. To: christine (#17)
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#23. To: christine (#0)
#24. To: Critter (#19)
#25. To: Original_Intent (#21)
I WILL NOT ever vote for Hitlery, Obummer, or McInsane. Period.
#26. To: christine (#0)
Ever since George W. Bush became President of these United States, I have watched in disbelief as my fellow Christian conservatives have not only looked the other way as Bush repeatedly betrayed conservative/constitutional principles, but have willingly and enthusiastically supported his apostasy. Many of them are continuing to do the same thing by supporting the Big-Government, pro-amnesty, pro-gun control, pro-100-year war, grubby candidacy of John McCain.
#27. To: christine (#25)
double period ;)
#28. To: christine, Critter, angle, kiki (#24)
#29. To: kiki (#23)
6. Republican Party - 1854 - 30,593,698
#30. To: kiki (#23)
Since I've been living in the south, I'm struck by the number of blue collar type people who pledge allegiance to the republican party, which seriously does not give a shit about them.
#31. To: kiki (#23)
I'm struck by the number of blue collar type people who pledge allegiance to the republican party, which seriously does not give a shit about them. people voting against their own self-interest makes no sense. but how do you tell them that?
#32. To: X-15 (#26)
Maybe the C.S.A. was really right all along??
#33. To: christine (#32)
(Edited)
#34. To: X-15 (#26)
Maybe the C.S.A. was really right all along??
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