Tag: John Adams
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Your Vote: The Vanguard against Transforming our Constitutional Republic into a Newly-Formed Communist Principality
“THE DECIDING WEIGHT IS YOUR VOTE” by John Bernard, ©2026 (Oct. 2, 2026) — As we speed toward a date that holds the threat of changing the character of the Nation forever, I offer a few truthful points to remember as you approach the voting booth: 1. In the entirety of human history, the USA…
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Calling Evil Good
by Jerry Newcombe, New American Prophet, ©2026 (Aug. 28, 2026) — Life is a gift from God. As a grandfather, some of my fondest memories recently come from time spent with my grandchildren. But there are some in our society who seem to be gleeful about killing babies up to the moment of birth, through…
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Motivational Quotes from the Founders for a Better New Year
by Jerry Newcombe, New American Prophet, ©2026 (Jan. 5, 2026) — The founding fathers are a font of wisdom. Since a new year is upon us, when we resolve to turn over a new leaf, I thought it might be good to list some of their advice on various subjects. ECONOMIC ADVICE With economic advice,…
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Founding Era Views on Public Education and Self-Governance
by James Lyons-Weiler, PhD, Popular Rationalism, ©2025 (Jul. 16, 2025) — The American Founders saw education not merely as a personal benefit, but as a structural necessity for the survival of the Republic. Their writings reveal a deep consensus: democratic governance cannot function without a well-informed citizenry. Thomas Jefferson, principal author of the Declaration of…
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Memorial Day and Military Prayers
by Dr. Jerry Newcombe, New American Prophet, ©2025 (May 23, 2025) — Memorial Day marks the time we remember those who have fallen in service of our country. It’s wonderful that many Americans take time out to honor those who died that we might be free. One aspect of military service that is often neglected…
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The Saga of the Dueling Anecdotes
“THE BEST EVIDENCE” by Joseph DeMaio, ©2020 (Oct. 19, 2020) — In the continuing saga of “dueling anecdotes” regarding the issue of what the Founders intended when they engrafted onto the Constitution in 1787 the “natural born Citizen” clause, Art. 2, § 1, Cl. 5, commenters Schuyler Colfax and Joanna Brady continue adding their observations. …
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Valley Forge: Diary of Albigence Waldo (1777-1778)
“EXTREME DIFFICULTIES” by James Still, ©2018, RetraceOurSteps.com (Jan. 1, 2018) — Albigence Waldo was an army surgeon at Valley Forge. Disease, especially smallpox, was one of the most dangerous enemies for Washington’s army. John Adams noted, “Disease has destroyed Ten Men for Us, where the Sword of the Enemy has killed one.” Of the 11,000…
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America: A Refuge for Civil and Religious Liberty (1776)
SAMUEL ADAMS PROCLAIMS THE NEED FOR AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE by James Still, ©2017, RetraceOurSteps.com (Aug. 1, 2017) — On July 8, 1776, a huge crowd gathered outside the Philadelphia State House, now called Independence Hall, to hear the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence. John Adams witnessed the event: “The Declaration was… proclaimed from that…
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Fourth of July: The First Anniversary (1777)
“THE FACE OF JOY AND GLADNESS WAS UNIVERSAL” by James Still, ©2017, RetraceOurSteps.com (Jul. 1, 2017) — On the first anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Congress adjourned for the day and dined with military officers and various dignitaries. British deserters and the Hessian band, taken at the Battle of Trenton, also joined the festivities. A…
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Thoughts on Government (1776)
“EMBRACING INDEPENDENCE” by James Still, RetraceOurSteps.com (Apr. 1, 2017) — In 1776, John Adams was asked to share his opinions on government. In response, Adams wrote several letters and a pamphlet entitled, Thoughts on Government. Adams touched on three branches of government and a system of checks and balances. Thoughts on Government helped colonists embrace…
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In Pursuit of Liberty (1765)
THE “GREAT STRUGGLE” by James Still, ©2016, RetraceOurSteps.com (Jun. 1, 2016) — Without a reminder, the human mind simply forgets. Thomas Paine wrote, “It is at all times necessary… that we frequently refresh our patriotism by reference to first principles.”[1] Writing about America’s first settlers, John Adams reminded his readers of the Puritans’ courageous pursuit…
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Factionalism, Friction, Philandering
THE FALLACY OF TWO-PARTY POLITICS by Dr. Thomas E. Davis, Col., USA (Ret.) (May 15, 2016) — [Editor’s Note: The following is Part 1 of a new book currently being written by World War II veteran and columnist Dr. Thomas E. Davis, Col., USA (Ret.)] The Remedy 4:22 AM, March 16, 2014 I have just…
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What Went So Horribly Wrong
1787 to 2016 by Dr. Thomas E. Davis, Col., USA (Ret.), ©2016 (Apr. 29, 2016) — “Let each citizen remember at the moment he is offering his vote…that he is executing one of the most solemn trusts in human society for which he is accountable to God and his country.” — Samuel Adams A Short History…
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We Are Almost There: Socialism Coming Home to Roost
“SIDES HAVE BEEN CHOSEN” by Michael Gaddy, ©2016, blogging at The Rebel Madman (Mar. 14, 2016) — “Remember, democracy never lasts long. It soon wastes, exhausts, and murders itself. There never was a democracy yet that did not commit suicide.” ~ John Adams “Democracy is the road to Socialism” ~ Karl Marx Friday night last, in…
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Reconstitute the “Sons of Liberty” to Save Our Republic
“ACTS OF TYRANNY” by Bob Russell, ©2015, blogging at Conservative Daily News (Dec. 28, 2015) — I have been watching the History Channel miniseries entitled “The Sons of Liberty” (http://www.history.com/shows/sons-of-liberty/about), the story of the beginnings of the colonies throwing off the yoke of British tyranny. Samuel Adams and his group of patriots banded together with…
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The Jury is Out
“TO INSURE THE RIGHTS OF THE PEOPLE” by Michael Gaddy, ©2015, blogging at The Rebel Madman (Dec. 17, 2015) — I am frequently asked, especially by one very patriotic lady in Utah, what are the solutions to all of the problems with our government that are illustrated in my writings. My first answer is a…
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Why America No Longer Works
“OUR ONE AND ONLY KING” by RoseAnn Salanitri, TPATH Contributor, ©2015 (Dec. 17, 2015) — Regardless of which presidential candidate you support, it is highly unlikely that any one of them will be able to turn back the pages of time to when America was a shining city on a hill. Many believe that our…
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One Old Man’s “Things to Do Before His Demise”
THIS IS MY BUCKET LIST: THREE ITEMS ONLY by Dr. Tom Davis, Col., USA (Ret.), ©2015 (Dec. 7, 2015) — [Editor’s Note: In a note to The Post & Email accompanying this article, Dr. Davis wrote, “When I turned 90 on January 20, 2015, I realized that my time was getting short. I got on the…
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First National Day of Prayer (1775)
“MILLIONS WILL BE UPON THEIR KNEES” by James Still, ©2015, RetraceOurSteps.com (Dec. 4, 2015) — The First National Day of Prayer and Fasting occurred on July 20, 1775. Congress attended “Divine Service” and ordered that a copy of the Resolution be “published in the Newspapers, and in Hand-bills.” “As the Great Governor of the World,…
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Revolutionary Wars; 2nd One Coming
“LIBERTY, NOT WAR” by Bob Russell, ©2015, blogging at Conservative Daily News (Nov. 24, 2015) — I have an interest in military history and am quite knowledgeable about the founding of this once great nation. I have noticed on many social network sites that some call Americans cowards, and worse, because We the People have…