Declaration of Independence

Could You Be A Born Again American?

Dr. Judith Rich | Posted 02.28.2009 | Living

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Dr. Judith Rich

Before you answer that question, read on. Then watch the video and come back and tell us what you think. I hadn't heard about this until last Saturd...

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Our Shared Inheritance

Robert D. Patterson | Posted 02.23.2009 | Politics

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Robert D. Patterson

On this chilly January day I yearned for the warmth of July 4th, the warmth that comes from knowing you belong in the land your ancestors toiled upon as slaves, and died for in wars.

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We Hold Which Truths to be Self-Evident?

Dennis Whittle | Posted 12.19.2008 | Politics

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Dennis Whittle

Though all men were declared equal in 1776, a terrible political compromise meant people of certain racial heritages were not considered full men.

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Life, Liberty, And The Pursuit Of Meaning

Alex Pattakos | Posted 11.29.2008 | Living

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Alex Pattakos

The introduction to the Declaration of Independence contains the following words: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created e...

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Hayden Panettiere says, Register to Vote!

Paige Donner | Posted 11.06.2008 | Entertainment

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Paige Donner

"When we want to make changes, it's not enough to protest or march. We need to contact our congressmen and elected officials to tell them how we feel about issues."

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What is Patriotism?

Byron Williams | Posted 07.11.2008 | Politics

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Byron Williams

Patriotism has been reduced to wearing flag lapel pins and adorning bumper stickers that read: "I Support the Troops." Where is the courage that exemplifies the spirit of 1776?

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"Bring 'Em On!" - The Fifth Anniversary of Bush's Declaration of Indecency

Robert S. McElvaine | Posted 07.10.2008 | Politics

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Robert S. McElvaine

Five years ago, when Bush said "bring 'em on!", he was inviting Iraqis to try to kill American troops. Few things a commander-in-chief could say would be as reprehensible as this comment.

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Would You Risk It All for Freedom?

John W. Whitehead | Posted 07.05.2008 | Politics

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John W. Whitehead

Let me tell you a story about 56 men who risked everything -- their fortunes and their lives -- to take a stand for truth.

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