This "we the people" usually means the WHOLE people, which naturally results in the idea that the "will of the majority" is the natural and right repository of that power.
Not so. Majority rule is mob rule... the ability of the majority to enslave the minority.
Unfortunately, far too many folks don't understand that the "power" must always rest with each individual for his or her own life. Each individual must retain the absolute right to associate or NOT associate, to opt in or OUT of any group action.
Peacefully if possible, but violently if necessary. That's where the guns come in handy. That's what keeps people honest.
This "we the people" usually means the WHOLE people, which naturally results in the idea that the "will of the majority" is the natural and right repository of that power.
ReplyDeleteNot so. Majority rule is mob rule... the ability of the majority to enslave the minority.
Unfortunately, far too many folks don't understand that the "power" must always rest with each individual for his or her own life. Each individual must retain the absolute right to associate or NOT associate, to opt in or OUT of any group action.
Peacefully if possible, but violently if necessary. That's where the guns come in handy. That's what keeps people honest.
Occurs to me that this is a good time to consider going "grey".
ReplyDeleteI went to the 2nd Amendment rally in DC and I've been active for years. But...
I'm curious if Bring "out" or "in" will be the best position to take going forward in the near/ medium term.
What are others considering?
Thoughts?
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