Oath Keepers Paranoid?

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posted a list of orders, that if given, they will not obey because they infringe on the Constitutional rights of the American people. The above video is Stewart Rhodes, the founder of Oath keepers, on NBC's Chris Matthew's Hardball. What do you think? Americans standing up for their Constitutional rights or right wing kooks. Personally I would like to think that I'm not too arrogant to assume it can't happen to me. Here is a quick video from hurricane Katrina, some of which was used in the Oath Keepers video,to illustrate my point...is anyone else shocked!




I recently came across the organization known as Oath Keepers. This organization is made of military personel, law enforcement, firefighters, etc. that swore an oath to the Constitution of the United States. The mission statement on their website reads as such:

Oath Keepers is a non-partisan association of currently serving military, reserves, National Guard, veterans, Peace Officers, and Fire Fighters who will fulfill the Oath we swore, with the support of like minded citizens who take an Oath to stand with us, to support and defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic, so help us God. Our Oath is to the Constitution

Our motto is "Not on our watch!"

Oath Keepers

The Oath Keepers have recently come under fire from several news organizations who say they are spreading paranoia and fear in the right wing of America. The organization has

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George Washington's Advice

George Washington..... In my book he was the father of our country, and many Americans would tend to agree with his flattering title (although I am sure he would never accept it). Nevertheless, it makes me sad to think a significant number of Americans most likely don’t know more about him than a cherry tree and a one dollar bill. I would like to share with you some quotes from George Washington’s farewell address on September 19, 1796.

1. Tis our true policy to steer clear of permanent Alliances, with any portion of the foreign world.

2. Against the insidious wiles of foreign influence, (I conjure you to believe me fellow citizens) the jealousy of a free people ought to be constantly awake; since history and experience prove that foreign influence is one of the most baneful foes of Republican Government.

3. Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.

4. Observe good faith and justice towards all Nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.

5. I have already intimated to you the danger of parties in the state, with particular reference to the founding of them on geographical discriminations. Let me now take a more comprehensive view, and warn you in the most solemn manner against the baneful effects of the spirit of party, generally.

6. As a very important source of strength and security, cherish public credit. One method of preserving it is, to use it as sparingly as possible; avoiding occasions of expense by cultivating peace, but remembering also that timely disbursements to prepare for danger frequently prevent much greater disbursements to repel it; avoiding likewise the accumulation of debt, not only by shunning occasions of expense, but by vigorous exertions in time of peace to discharge the debts, which unavoidable wars may have occasioned, not ungenerously throwing upon posterity the burthen, which we ourselves ought to bear.

 

So take out of his quotes what you will. Did we, or are we, listening to the advice he gave us on foreign relations? Debt? Political parties? Read his full speech if you do not believe the man was a genius. After all he wrote it himself, which I would love to see a recent president attempt. Also, if you get the chance to read it, are YOU, or are WE, listening to our FATHER...?

Declare your Independence

I have found that from time to time reviewing the founding papers of the United States helps me gain perspective on the current direction of our nation. As I talk to people about these amazing writing I am surprised at how little is known about their contents. If you do nothing else for your country this weekend, read the documents that forged the greatest nation.

Declaration of Independence - July 4, 1776

Founding Papers:

U.S. Constitution

Bill of Rights

Common Sense, by Thomas Paine

Largest Memorial Day Parade

The American Veterans Center, who puts on the largest Memorial Day event in the nation, will be streaming their parade in Washington D.C. at 2:00 et on Monday the 25th. In addition to streaming the parade, their website contains many publications, audio, and video honoring American veterans. From their website:

Who are we?

The mission of the American Veterans Center is to preserve and promote the legacy of America’s servicemen and women from World War II through Operation Iraqi Freedom.

The Center is comprised of two divisions - The World War II Veterans Committee and the National Vietnam Veterans Committee. The American Veterans Center is also the primary sponsor of the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC, drawing a quarter of a million spectators to one of the largest military-themed events in the country.

“Bringing the legacy of the Greatest Generation to the latest generation” is the motto of the World War II Veterans Committee. Through documentary work, speaker programs, and the publications World War II Chronicles and American Valor Quarterly, the World War II Veterans Committee seeks to bring the history of World War II to today’s students and young people.

The National Vietnam Veterans Committee not only seeks to tell the combat stories of Vietnam veterans, we also spotlight their many successes after returning home. The National Vietnam Veterans Committee, through its programs which include the publication Valor: The Veterans of Vietnam and now American Valor Quarterly, is working to tell the true story of Vietnam veterans which has so often been ignored.

http://www.americanveteranscenter.org/

Armed Services

Being Memorial Day is coming next weekend I thought I would give people a place to thank those in the military for their service to the country. If you have anyone you would like to thank you can post it in the comments or link to a website. I personally would like to thank my Grandpa Raleigh for his service during World War II and all the service men and women who I have the honor of calling friends. Thank You All, and God Bless America!

http://www.boundary-idaho.com/wallofhonor/index.htm