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Old 01-24-2012, 08:20 AM
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Thhe problem with the Constitution is that it was written;
a) by English speaking men
b) deliberately 'fudged' in spots where complete agreement proved elusive, and
C) it is being interpreted by a Supreme court sadly in need of a remedial reading class.
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Old 01-24-2012, 09:10 AM
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Elected federal officials swear an oath to protect the Constitution, not the people.

So apparently it's pretty important.

If it is ignored or subverted and the people are incapable of enforcing it or amending it our entire system of government is a lie and a farce. This is not left or right issue at all...

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Old 01-24-2012, 11:46 AM
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Many who disparage the Constitution are unhappy because it might prevent them from forcing their beliefs on others.

Btw, this relic from an ancient civilization has been very, very successful.

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Old 01-24-2012, 03:13 PM
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Many who disparage the Constitution are unhappy because it might prevent them from forcing their beliefs on others.

Btw, this relic from an ancient civilization has been very, very successful.

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Like the ones who insist on ignoring this part;".......shall pass no law regarding an establishment of religion."??

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Old 01-24-2012, 12:53 PM
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Really no place for a conservative like me.
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Old 01-25-2012, 02:55 PM
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Billshit gentlemen, all those people blindly following religion? That same religion that says "Thou shalt not murder", or that says "It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter heaven". Some blind followers, users maybe, followers never.
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Old 01-25-2012, 02:57 PM
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Having been on and around committees, I can define a centrist.

A centrist is the one who just wishes that all of the church wimmen would select whatever shade of off white they desire in order that he can order the damned paint and go home for a needed drink.

And knows damn well better than to ask if they would prefer gloss, semi, or eggshell.

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