Topic: Ron Paul
"Dangerous and Exciting Times" - Ron Paul Ron Paul Speaks: The rEVOLution has just begun, and it is up to "a cadre of hard-core believers" to carry it through to success. Are you up to the task? by creator
(Libertarian)
Friday, March 7, 2008
Dr. Ron Paul is the face and voice of a new YouTube video released by his 2008 Campaign on Thursday evening. Paul's speech is a clarion call warning of a sea-change, and an appeal to a "cadre of hard-core believers" to hunker down and prepare for the long term. He appeals for "all effort to gain the maximum number of votes and delegates" in the remaining primary and caucus races.
Although optimistic for the long term prospects of liberty, Dr. Paul soberly dismisses the possibility of "conventional victory:"
"Though victory in the conventional political sense is not available in the presidential race, many victories have been achieved due to your hard work and enthusiasm. For that I am deeply grateful and encouraged. We must remember elections are short term efforts; revolutions are long term projects."
He speaks of the significance of what has been accomplished so far:
"The most significant achievement of our months of dedicated efforts has been the degree to which the message of liberty has spread throughout the country and in some ways around the world. Let us hope that we can one day look back and say that this campaign was the significant first step that signaled a change in direction for our country."
Indicating that we're still in the early stages of this revolution, Dr. Paul makes it clear exactly what is required to carry it on to completion:
"A cadre of hard core believers is the key to success. The total numbers and percentages are less important. Our job now is to plan for the next phase. As was the case in the campaign, this continued effort will logically continue to be a grass roots effort and not a top down rigidly controlled central operation. Most imporant will be the continued empahasis on the message. That message, simply put, is the message of human liberty."
Paul points out that the message is spelled out in greater detail in book form in "The Revolution, A Manifesto" which may be pre-ordered from Amazon. In summary, that message is this:
Individual Liberty
Free Markets
Private Property
Sound Money
A Non-Interventionist Foreign Policy
These elements comprise what Dr. Paul claims to be "the only system of government that best provides for the humanitarian needs of all the people." He describes one of the purposes of the successor to the campaign organization as follows:
"We in time will help those who are inclined to work within the political party system. Also supporting the right candidates and getting credible individuals to become candidates for office at all levels of government is crucial."
He goes on to mention organizations already in place, including the Liberty PAC, a political action committee for supporting liberty candidates, and the FREE Foundation, aimed at education. "Knowledge is crucial to all political movements" he says.
"Though most politicians seem to have no philosophy or principles whatsover, they nevertheless spout the cliches of the failed philosophy of totalitarianism and interventionism. This allows them to respond to the lobbyists and special interest dollars that move the political system in such a destructive manner."
Paul continues by saying that we are indeed engaged in a contest between two ideologies, and that "A centralized point for coordination and sharing of resources can be helpful and is essential."
He urges those loyal volunteers still working in remaining primary and caucus states to continue with "all effort":
"The presidential campaign will soon wind down. But we do still encourage all effort to gain the maximum number of votes and delegates in all the remaining primaries and to continue the caucus process that's ongoing in the other states by loyal volunteers. I will continue to make every evort to visit any state where the enthusiasm for liberty exists. The campaign for freedom will continue in this new phase. For this we will need the financial resources to continue."
Of the prospects for a National Rally in DC, he indicates that while he still likes the idea, for many important reasons the presidential campaign will not be the organizer. He does however promise "I will encourage and if practical attend" provided that such an event is properly organized, and clarifies one more sticking point by saying "June 21st would be a good date for an event in DC."
Paul envisions a successor organization to his presidential campaign that would help knit together the existing grass roots.
"The succeeding organization to the campaign will consider having a Strategy convention to bring together the various leaders of each meetup group an any other organization associated with us."
Once strategy issues are decided, training can be carried on regionally.
Dr. Paul closes his speech with both a warning and some encouragement:
"We live in dangerous and exiting times, and with world events changing rapidly our efforts are all that much more important."
Referring to present foreign policy, the "dollar crisis," and the resulting desperate economic situation, he predicts the imminent "disintegration of the American empire."
"As bad as it may seem and overwhelming the burden appears, today's events should be seen as a tremendous opportunity for us to change our country for the good. Let us all stick together in this great cause of liberty and show the love that we all share for our country and the constitution."
Dr. Paul, I salute you! Thank you for your ongoing leadership! God save the rEVOLution, and God bless Ron Paul!
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I Pledge Allegiance
To the Constitution
Of the United States of America!
One Nation, Sovereign,
Free from Foreign Control.
Of the People for the People,
To uphold Freedom,
Liberty and Justice
For All Citizens.
I will protect our Inalienable Rights
From all Enemies
Foreign or Domestic,
Regardless of Rank or Station,
Race, Religion or Gender.
With this Pledge I bind myself
To the Constitution
Of the United States of America.
Of its Ideals set by our Forefathers,
Until such time that Spirit has Perished.
- Written by Douglas D. West
February 2, 2008
I wont post the entire Constitution here as it is far too long, however please take time at some point to refamiliarize yourself with it here:
http://www.archives.gov/national-archives-experience/charters/constitution.html
The Bill of Rights: A Transcription
The Preamble to The Bill of Rights
Congress of the United States
begun and held at the City of New-York, on
Wednesday the fourth of March, one thousand seven hundred and eighty nine.
THE Conventions of a number of the States, having at the time of their adopting the Constitution, expressed a desire, in order to prevent misconstruction or abuse of its powers, that further declaratory and restrictive clauses should be added: And as extending the ground of public confidence in the Government, will best ensure the beneficent ends of its institution.
RESOLVED by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, two thirds of both Houses concurring, that the following Articles be proposed to the Legislatures of the several States, as amendments to the Constitution of the United States, all, or any of which Articles, when ratified by three fourths of the said Legislatures, to be valid to all intents and purposes, as part of the said Constitution; viz.
ARTICLES in addition to, and Amendment of the Constitution of the United States of America, proposed by Congress, and ratified by the Legislatures of the several States, pursuant to the fifth Article of the original Constitution.
Note: The following text is a transcription of the first ten amendments to the Constitution in their original form. These amendments were ratified December 15, 1791, and form what is known as the
"The good doctor is trying to tell us something ..."
I think this talk is worthy of study, that it is saying more than appears on the surface. For example, "victory in the conventional political sense is not available in the presidential race..." Well, what is "victory in the conventional political sense"? Telling lies? Spouting pr nonsense written by high-paid advisors? Being funded by corporate donors expecting a return on their investment?
Who would want that kind of 'victory'? Dr. Paul's campaign and the freedom and individual creativity it has inspired, has not been "conventional political sense" in any way. That's what makes it so wonder-full.
Dr. Paul has not won 11 Congressional races by being "conventional" or non-strategic. There is a lot more to his latest talk than the msm (mostly slanderous malarkey) want the sheeple to believe. It's somewhat mysterious and time will reveal what it really means.
I have spent the past year educating all who will listen with an open mind. They part with fear, hesitation of thought, somber realization of the possibilities, and denial. I have also been preparing for the possibilities that are beyond my control. I have done my part to reach those near and dear to me. They know and understand the truth now. They see better than before and are cautious of their desire for status quo.
It is my opinion from their reactions, actions, and feelings, that an event that leaves them no choice but to demand change is needed in order for them to rise to an occassion. They feel free right now and comfortable and don't see a doomsday on the horizon.
Our country has survived through situations of destruction before. I believe we will survive no matter what happens.
It is money that controls us. Our central cause should be the removal of the Federal Reserve. It is the entity we do not control...yet. I have yet to meet anyone or even hear one person on T.V. wanting it. Every American would love to have their rightful money back but are afraid to fight it alone. We have seen what happens to those that try. But, together we are the greatest, most feared, and when we demand what we want, we tend to give it to ourselves. Only fools will fight a country of educated, armed, and determined individuals.
I wanted to read the commentary on RON PAUL; yet right there to the right of Dr Paul's picture is an AD for John McCain!!!! Then, right under this comment box is a YouTube ad for Obama!!!
Posted By: Walt Thiessen
Date: 2008-03-20 07:26:45
The decisions about what ads to run on an article are made by Google Adsense, which bases its decision on what advertisers are available, matched up with the content of the article, including any links elsewhere on the page. Since no one is running any Ron Paul ads anymore on Google (because that market dried up once his campaign went into slow mode), it's pretty hard to keep running Paul ads.
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