Independence Day Reflections

Happy Independence day.  Mostly....  On  this fourth of July weekend I would like to reflect on just what the declaration of independence meant, what it means today, and compare the first hundred and forty odd years years since the signing, and the years following.  Our great nation was built on some very simple yet at the time, and even today, radical ideas.

Rights:  First and foremost the declaration of independence affirmed that man has natural rights.  Rights, not given to him by any worldly entity, but rights by simple reason of mans existence.  Your natural and individual rights,"God given rights"are yours by virtue of your birth.  No King, Government, nor any person gives you your rights. Ask yourself  "Do I believe this?".  If so are you willing to act accordingly? 

Capitalism:  The United States, from it's inception has grown and shortly led the world in Freedom, Prosperity, Wealth, Technology and Social Mobility for most of it's existence.  Why?  The answer is simple. Capitalism.  Capitalism is the only means of  wealth exchange that is moral and fair. (All others at some point wind up with the muzzle of a gun pointed at you) In the years prior to WWI , the American way of life could be defined as unfettered capitalism.  Our nations growth was unmatched.  Growth, and prosperity sored.  The world looked at us with envy.  What changed and why?  Why do we not defend capitalism any more?  Why do our "Conservatives" , politicians and laymen,  dare not speak the word, much less defend it?  True conservatism is to be a Capitalist, but many who call themselves conservatives,  cite God, the Flag, Tradition and  "Our Troops" but never speak of the true virtues of Capitalism.    Why do "Conservatives" surrender this ground to the enemy unchallenged? 

Freedom:  Are we free today?  Please discuss. Bueller?.......

Bueller?........

How about liberty?.....

Bueller?......................