* 2 Days from now marks the 150th Anniversary of this timeless elucidation of the fundamental propositions of America by Abraham Lincoln. To that I would only add these words: Whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends [i.e., securing inherent and inalienable rights, with powers derived from the consent of the governed], it is the right of the people to alter or abolish it, and to institute new government, laying its foundation on such principles, and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness. --Thomas Jefferson: Declaration of Independence, 1776.
Posted on: Sun, 17 Nov 2013 15:33:42 +0000
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