..have never registered to vote nor voted. I have taken a lot of flack for this over the years but have always stood my ground on my reasoning for doing so. When the two candidate choices offered have, in my opinion, always been either Satan or Satan.... What is the point? by Cap'n Stubbs
(libertarian)
Friday, January 18, 2008
Jan. 18, 2008 To All Americans,
I am 55 years old and have never registered to vote nor voted. I have taken a lot of flack for this over the years but have always stood my ground on my reasoning for doing so. When the two candidate choices offered have, in my opinion, always been either Satan or Satan.... What is the point? That was until I discovered congressman Ron Paul. To plagiarize the words of one of his numerous supporters, he has indeed, "cured my apathy!"
I have done my homework and am satisfied that he is an honest and sincere man. According to his consistent voting record, he is also a brave and steadfast patriot. However, the main reason I registered Republican and "will" vote for him in my states primary election is because he either won't or can't be bought! That being the case, I have some advice for him.
"Please sir, in all future dealings with the American people, do not refer to yourself as a 'politician'. You do yourself a great dishonor when categorizing yourself with all the rest. I believe, as probably do most Americans, that the word politician is equated with evilness, and most certainly,corruption. If anything sir, refer to yourself as what you truly are.... a Statesman."
Ron Paul, after being elected, will have an extremely hard task ahead of himself in restoring our country's freedom, prosperity and dignity. I agree with him, whole heartedly, that the image we project to others around the world is so very important to, and has a direct effect on, our national security. The image that is currently being projected, and for quite sometime now, is one of greed and aggression. This, I say, "is totally unacceptable!" As I have already confessed to my voting record (or actually, the lack thereof), and since I certainly do not support the current Satan in any way, I feel I am not responsible for this image. Simply put, in the words of that young american, Bart Simpson, "I DIDN'T DO IT !!" Well then, who did? The politicians, of course. The same politicians that continue to ignore the voices of the very people they 'claim' to work for. I will say it again, "Politician..bad..bad...bad!"
I would like to take the liberty of fielding a question for Ron Paul. One that is asked him over and over again and that I, personally, am sick and tired of hearing: "If you are not nominated by the GOP, will you run as an Independent ?" My reply, if I may: "Why should he?" When you consider the fact that our current two party system makes it literally impossible for any other party to compete and win; What choice does he really have? Whatever the case, one thing is certain.... Ron Paul is indeed here. You can choose to call him whatever you want, a Republican, a Libertarian, a Constitutionalist, whatever. I myself call him a "Republicman." That is because he acknowledges something bestowed upon us by our founding fathers, that most precious of gifts, our constitutional Republic. Sadfully, it is now being casually tossed aside like an unwanted trinket, with no more forethought than that afforded a piece of garbage; and by the very people that swore, under oath, to uphold and defend it! I am way past being angry over this, but thankfully, Ron Paul is here, and he is here RIGHT NOW! He is asking for our support in saving this,our crumbling Republic. The time is now, and we have to register Republican and vote in our states primary election if we want to make him our next President! I know it sounds scary, 'another Republican from Texas', but don't worry, it is just one more of life's many parodies.
Ron Paul is a gift, folks. The sooner we realize that, the better. Are we, as Americans, that foolish as to look the proverbial "gift horse" in the mouth? I hope not. I also hope that we are not too lazy to turn off the television in order to do some research on our own and thereby make an intelligent decision as to who will be representing, at it's highest level, this, our beloved country. For if we are, we will get exactly what we deserve... which is nothing! Well we may get something... something "that may come in the form of a mushroom cloud."
In case you haven't noticed, my fellow Americans, honest, investigative journalism is not condoned and is rarely allowed any longer by the corporate owned television media. The same goes for most of the major newspapers. If you have questions and do want answers, then you are going to have to find them on your own. Turn on that computer! If you don't own one, use a friend's. It may be that you are not "lazy" after all. Indeed, most of you are just plain exhausted. Nevertheless, heed this warning.... "Not since the times of our founding fathers has this country's sovereignty and it's civil liberties been under such attack !!" Ron Paul is too much of a gentleman to say this, so I will: "This is the only chance we get... period." Wake up! We must wipe that hypnotizing, "American Idol," sleep from our weary eyes and get our 'thought' neurons sparking, once again. If the GOP does choose to ignore us, or worse yet, tries manipulation of any kind, then guess what? We the People, the true voices of America, "are not gonna' stand for it!" Be assured that Ron Paul's supporters will be at every voting station around this country, counting the vote. Again, "THIS IS THE ONLY CHANCE WE GET!"...end of story.
Do you know why this man does not falter when asked any question... by anyone? The answer is simple. He believes, down to his very soul, in what he is saying. The answers come easy for him because his belief system is based on two very carefully scripted, yet hardly recognized, writings: the CONSTITUTION and BILL of RIGHTS of the UNITED STATES of AMERICA. I believe that this man has actually read these two documents and, more importantly, believes and lives by them. Men that truly believe in these writings, that truly believe in anything for that matter, are virtually unstoppable. In fact, such men are nearly immune to stumbling blocks. Remember those few, first Americans, who stood up to and defeated the massive British army? (most, in their freezing bare feet, I might add). Remember that guy named Hitler? Do not fool yourself into believing that the Cheney/Bush corporation is just simply making bad choices on our behalf. Again, they believe wholeheartedly in, and know exactly, what they are doing. The problem is that their agenda does not serve the American people in any way, shape or form. America's founding fathers went to a lot of trouble to insure that we would never have to face tyranny and oppression again. Their guidelines were simple and straightforward, and insured all future generations the right of freedom! All we had to do was follow their words of wisdom. The problem that we have now and may always have, has always been the same... a man's conscience is easily bought with the almighty dollar. This is especially poignant today, being that the so-called 'almighty dollar' is nearly bankrupt. We have some pretty 'cheap dates', on our hands, don't you think?
If you, like my former self, are apathetic about a change taking place, "get yourself educated !" If not for yourself, than for the sake of your children and their children. You do not have the time to postpone this education, do it now! If you do nothing else, at least find out where the campaign monies of the various candidates, are coming from. Especially Congressman Paul's. (I think you'll be surprised!) At any rate, follow the money trail! Find out whoreallyowns your candidate. In the end, vote your conscience. If you're just to plain tired to do anything but watch the television, then at least have someone rent the movie "BRAVEHEART" for you. Seriously! Watch it and weep, as I always do, over the betrayal of honor and freedom. And never forget that history will repeat itself, over and over again, until there is change.
In closing, I believe I speak for Ron Paul supporters everywhere when I say that we are behind him 110 percent. We do not expect him to be perfect.... just honest. If his name is not on the ballot, I will write it in anyway! Alas, my apathy will assuredly return, but I will temper my disheartened soul by moving to Texas and assisting my fellow "Republicmen," by any means necessary, in the prevention of the loss of our sovereignty as a once proud nation. Yes folks, contrary to what the mainstream media has told us, the NAFTA Superhighway ( the Trans Texas Corridor being the beginning leg), the North American Union and the planned 'Amero', are NOT a figment of Ron Paul's imagination ! Also, concerning the statement I made earlier in this letter, calling Ron Paul "a Republican, etc., whatever"; if you found yourself chuckling at a descriptive you inserted for the word, "whatever," you totally missed the point and I feel sorry for you. Nevertheless, by all means, keep on laughing! It will serve you well while slaving on the "all new for 2009.... Pyramid of the Elites." By the way, I'm sure that event will be televised.
On an up note... "The truth is out there.." but maybe for only 290 more shopping days.
I wish congressman Ron Paul all my thanks for 'being there' for us. A special thanks goes out to all the brave and self-sacrificing journalists and talk show hosts that have not been afraid to speak the truth. I may never have heard of Ron Paul if it wasn't for them. I sincerely wish all those enlisted in the fight for freedom and truth....... Gods speed.
J. Kackstetter, Jan. 18, 2008
Post Script: This letter's contents may be perceived, by the powers that be, as to falling under the category of Congress's very recently passed "Violent Radicalization and Homegrown Terrorism Act" (H.RES 1955). This resolution, which flew through Congress like a literal "bat out of hell", went almost completely unopposed. 404 ayes, 6 nays. It is currently awaiting approval by the Senate before being passed on to Mr. Bush and actually (god help us) becoming law. Meanwhile, if my words do in fact appear to be some sort of insurrection, then I must object. First by proclaiming, "HOLD YOUR HORSES!" and secondly (although it may surely sound a feeble and childish attempt at my own defense) by directing this simple question to you, the powers that be: "Doesn't it make more sense to go after the guy who said, in reference to the Constitution, "it's just a god-damned piece of paper!"??? Surely that person must be a terrorist ! Yes, he may have simply been exercising his right of free speech, but if that is the case, how come he can... and I can't? An added note: If there are any Americans out there who do not believe that someone actually had the gall to say something like that about our Constitution, look it up! You may be surprised as to who said it..... I wasn't. Assuming that I have aroused your curiosity, and that you may now indeed be a potential fellow defender for the cause of liberty and freedom, I will make it easy for you. Remember, while reading, that "no one is suing anybody over this one." http://www.capitolhillblue.com/artman/publish/article_7779.shtml
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