Excellent! Well said.

When you change the way you look at things,the things you look at change.

I disagree and would have to say that the right to speak freely is the first and most important of all political rights.

Hmmm....a good thought provoking statement but I would have to add that the "average individual" referred to in this statement is one who blindly pledges allegiance to The System.

Every Legislator at every level of government from city to federal should be required to Memorize this quote and write an essay on what it means to them as a prerequisite for election to office after public scrutiny and rateings on their essays.

Amen to this quote.

Amen. This statement makes one question the status of "Our Republic". Thank You.

Bravo ! Well said.

There was never a Democracy yet that has not commit suicide. That's worth repeating. Sounds like a contemporary statement.

Material abundance without character is the path of destruction. That is worth repeating at least once. Our nation hungers for the wisdom of our Founding Fathers.

Well put.

...and why? Because error IS their inheritance.

A bit wordy but thought provoking.The total meaning of the quote,I would give 3.5 stars.

Bravo! Well said.

If this is actually true, then we are in trouble as a country...but who didn't know that.

Great words from a great man. There is much we can learn from the wisdom of our forefathers. We Americans can bring this country back in line with the ideals and vision of our forefathers if we focus with intent on their wise counsel and act accordingly.

Well said.May the sparks of freedom in the hearts and lives of of the American Patriot keep the fires of Liberty ever burning bright.

A good point and most likely true.

The root of all government stems from self government.

Truth from the thoughts of one of history's greatest philosophers.Allowing people to make their own decisions in steering the course of their own lives is the greatest salute to individual liberty and sovereignty.Governments which promote this freedom empower their citizens to make the most of their own lives.

Amen

If this truly is an example of what democracy has become (and I do believe there is some truth to this statement) then it is time (dare I say "past time") for The Goverened to come together and make a change. The Sheep Must have a Equal Say in how they are governed !

In all you think and say and do...Rebuke Foolishness !

Right On !

Great and True words from a great man.