In 1998, the author’s company assisted Enron at a liquefied natural gas plant in Puerto Rico, where they witnessed mixed sentiments towards Americans. The commentary reflects on Puerto Rico’s economic challenges, migration trends, and a potential reliance on biblical values for prosperity, while critiquing the influence of socialism and communism on the island.
Category Archives: intellectual freedom
Profanity
The post discusses the concept of profanity in the English language, defining it as irreverent behavior or language. It highlights biblical admonitions against profanity, contrasting curse words like “malediction” with their antonyms. The author emphasizes personal practices to avoid profanity and notes English’s role as a global communication tool, particularly in aviation.
“A Republic, If You Can Keep It.” B. Franklin
The content discusses various political events and legal principles in the U.S., emphasizing historical perspectives on rights and government structure. It highlights the presumption of innocence in criminal law, critiques current political figures, and references the moral foundations of the Constitution, asserting the necessity of a well-educated citizenry to preserve democracy.
Constitutional Minute: Amending the Constitution
Article Five of the U.S. Constitution allows amendments through Congress or a convention of states, requiring approval from three-fourths of the states for ratification. The first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, protect civil liberties. Misconceptions exist about the amendment process, claiming it allows for a rewrite of the Constitution.
Constitutional Minute—Protection of Persons Against Government Overreach
The Constitution’s prohibition of Bills of Attainder safeguards against unjust punishment without trial. This originated from the British government’s restrictions on individual freedoms in the American colonies, leading to the American Revolution. Historical figures like Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson emphasized the need to limit government power to preserve liberty, echoing Cuban refugee José Martí’s call for independent thinking.
Bible Study— Do you fear death? You should, but you need not.
Every living person is concerned about the question of “what happens to me when I die.” Are you concerned? You should be. Everyone dies. This is an indisputable scientific fact. Case Number One: Mark 12:18-27 (Red text highlights the words of Jesus Christ) Then the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Him, …
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Democrats versus Republicans: The great divide
The Big Lie The Democratic Party was always the party of human slavery and, later, the party of societal segregation. Democrat President Harry Truman acted against his party’s traditions when he integrated the Armed Forces with Executive Order 9981 on July 26, 1948. The Big Lie served to capture the allegiance of black voters. Various …
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Why is the Federal Government the Largest Employer in the United States?
Biden plans to increase federal workforce to its highest level since WWII, with the Treasury Department and IRS seeing significant growth. Federal agencies added 11,000 jobs, hitting a 20-year high for non-census years. A substantial 25% of new jobs are in government, raising concerns about the increased reliance on government jobs. The IRS warns taxpayers of potential jail time for false tax credit claims.
Constitutional Minute—Episode 6, State Sovereignty
A sovereign state has its own institutions, populations, and the right to make treaties with other states. The 10th Amendment limits federal sovereignty and preserves state sovereignty. The Republican Form of Government aims for representation and accountability. Efforts to repeal the 17th Amendment and appoint U.S. Senators by state legislatures aim to restore state sovereignty.
Reparations or Love? It’s not a difficult choice.
In the news, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s proposal to exempt Black people from taxes sparks controversy. The 14th Amendment, equal protection, and the Law of God are cited to refute the idea. The discussion also delves into historical perspectives. The quote from Ezekiel 18:19-20 is presented to emphasize individual accountability.
John N. White 