We are here today because we love our town, our state, and our country. Since the Declaration of Independence from The United Kingdom we have cherished our freedom and liberties through the rule of law. The generation of Samuel Adams,John Adams and John Hancock understood governments role in society. The original Tea party held in 1773 was a legitimate reaction to the British Government overreaching with the Stamp act, Townsend acts,Boston Massacre and finally an attempt by the British Crown to monopolize a staple of their economy- tea. Those acts flamed the American Revolution bringing liberty not just to our shores,but around the world for generations following.
We as citizens of The United states share a rich history, as a people of faith willing to take on the role of government at the federal,state and local levels. We come today because we recognize that great heritage and blessings bestowed by our creator and generations of self sacrifice. It is our intention to extend those liberties to future generations as well. Our peaceful protest is as loud as the Liberty Bell-calling calling free men and women everywhere to assemble.
. We have been blessed through the rule of law- through the constitution,bill of rights, states rights, local governing bodies and the Almighty's hand which protects you and this nation from calamity. We have been blessed with ancestors that have tried to make this country a "shining city on a hill" as a beacon of freedom throughout the world. In the past, when our Federal, State or Local governments overreached their power, other branches of government sought to stop that abuse and we should be grateful for it.
We have heard the word "crisis" for many months and we can see fear spreading like a disease throughout the world.Many have lost their jobs and wonder where their future lies.It is my hope that our nation will turn back to the almighty, the creator of Heaven and Earth. Every generation in America has been given a crisis, however freedom remained due to our loyalties to our inner faith and rule of law. I believe with all my heart that the real crisis in this generation isn't the economic downturn. Instead, it is our Federal governments overreaching for power, trying to centralize every decision from Washington D.C.
Ronald Reagan stated it best , "The most terrifying words in the English Language are: "I'm from the government and I'm here to help." Just within a few months the Federal government has taken control of our banks and our automobile industry all in the name of trying to protect us. By the end of this year we will see the federal government trying to seize control over our medical industry and energy companies as well. Where does it end?
Remember this time tested statement, " the borrower is slave to the lender." The Congress and the Executive branch of the federal government is acting like a gracious or benelovent benefactor for the people. Trust me on this; as we have already seen with large corporations forfeiting their futures for a loan to stave off bankuptcy- the Federal Government has demanded repayment in treating the once strong and independant firms as mere serfs before a mighty king.I realize the bonus situation with AIG is unpopular. However, do you want the Federal government threatening a 90% tax on your revenue or the executive branch firing your CEO? The Federal Government under the constitution was never designed to pick winners and losers in the market place.The market place will pick those winners all by itself.
If the Federal Government can do this to GM or AIG, will they have the audacity to treat our state governors in the same vain? What loyalty will the Federal government demand from our nations governors as the stimulus money is handed out. As I stand here, I believe that the real issue is our freedom and that we must stop our representatives from overeaching authority which is derived from the people.
Thomas Jefferson wrote, "Government big enough to supply everything is big enough to take everything you have...The course of history shows that as government grows liberty decreases."
We as citizens of The United states share a rich history, as a people of faith willing to take on the role of government at the federal,state and local levels. We come today because we recognize that great heritage and blessings bestowed by our creator and generations of self sacrifice. It is our intention to extend those liberties to future generations as well. Our peaceful protest is as loud as the Liberty Bell-calling calling free men and women everywhere to assemble.
. We have been blessed through the rule of law- through the constitution,bill of rights, states rights, local governing bodies and the Almighty's hand which protects you and this nation from calamity. We have been blessed with ancestors that have tried to make this country a "shining city on a hill" as a beacon of freedom throughout the world. In the past, when our Federal, State or Local governments overreached their power, other branches of government sought to stop that abuse and we should be grateful for it.
We have heard the word "crisis" for many months and we can see fear spreading like a disease throughout the world.Many have lost their jobs and wonder where their future lies.It is my hope that our nation will turn back to the almighty, the creator of Heaven and Earth. Every generation in America has been given a crisis, however freedom remained due to our loyalties to our inner faith and rule of law. I believe with all my heart that the real crisis in this generation isn't the economic downturn. Instead, it is our Federal governments overreaching for power, trying to centralize every decision from Washington D.C.
Ronald Reagan stated it best , "The most terrifying words in the English Language are: "I'm from the government and I'm here to help." Just within a few months the Federal government has taken control of our banks and our automobile industry all in the name of trying to protect us. By the end of this year we will see the federal government trying to seize control over our medical industry and energy companies as well. Where does it end?
Remember this time tested statement, " the borrower is slave to the lender." The Congress and the Executive branch of the federal government is acting like a gracious or benelovent benefactor for the people. Trust me on this; as we have already seen with large corporations forfeiting their futures for a loan to stave off bankuptcy- the Federal Government has demanded repayment in treating the once strong and independant firms as mere serfs before a mighty king.I realize the bonus situation with AIG is unpopular. However, do you want the Federal government threatening a 90% tax on your revenue or the executive branch firing your CEO? The Federal Government under the constitution was never designed to pick winners and losers in the market place.The market place will pick those winners all by itself.
If the Federal Government can do this to GM or AIG, will they have the audacity to treat our state governors in the same vain? What loyalty will the Federal government demand from our nations governors as the stimulus money is handed out. As I stand here, I believe that the real issue is our freedom and that we must stop our representatives from overeaching authority which is derived from the people.
Thomas Jefferson wrote, "Government big enough to supply everything is big enough to take everything you have...The course of history shows that as government grows liberty decreases."
In a moment of crisis a few have decided to run towards big government for solutions and as a result we see shades of socialism take root in our culture. Socialism is not a friend to the people, it will enslave its people only to profit big government, therefore destroying the republic!
I believe that this congress and the executive branch seek a radical agenda with your money. Words mean things so let me give you a few quotes. Rahm Emanuel, the presidents chief of staff stated the now familiar quote, "You never want a serious crisis to go to waste". The president when traveling to Europe stated at a press conference concerning our economic crisis, "I think it is sometimes important to step back and just have some perspective about the differences between now and the great Depression when there were no safety nets in place; when unemployment was 25 to 30 percent. This is a difficult time, but its not what happened to our grandparents generation." So I have to ask the question; why put our nation in jeopardy, transform the market place and bloat the size of the federal government if its not necessary.
In the beginning of the speech I told you about the great heritage we have been given by our ancestors, those in charge see America's history in a different light. Not a "shining city on a hill" but one that must be transformed to resemble a "womb to the tomb" mentality of government control.
As new programs and bloated pork barrel projects pass through congress, we have seen unparalleled debt. As I prepared for the speech I had to constantly adjust my numbers due to the national debts rapid increase in just a few short weeks. Anything I write down will be incorrect due to their lack of responsibility. We have seen past Presidents and Congress spend like drunken sailors before, however this record of spending threatens our sovereign nation as a whole. Let me give you a snap shot of some numbers from the Heritage Foundation.
*In the last 8 years the federal government expanded the federal budget by a historic 700 billion through 2008. Our current president and congress would add another trillion.
*Our former president (Bush) created a Medicare drug entitlement that will cost an estimated 800 billion in its first decade.Our current president has proposed a 634 billion down payment on a new government health care fund.
*Our former president increased federal education spending by 58 percent faster than inflation. Our current president would double it.
*Our former president became the first president to spend 3 % of the GDP on federal antipoverty programs. Our current president has already increased this spending by 20 %.
* Our former president and congress presided over a 2.5 trillion increase in the public debt through 2008.Setting aside 2009, President Obama's budget would add 4.9 trillion in public debt from the beginning of 2010 through 2016.
It doesn't matter if you are a Republican or Democrat;it is clear that we are in a sea of red ink! To quote the Heritage foundation again,"Under the current administration and congress we have seen the deficit quadruple, so pledging to halve the deficit by 2013 is hardly ambitious."
The Federal government has decided to borrow our money and give our grandchildren a crushing debt in which it will be difficult to repay. The trillions of dollars incurred in the last few months are staggering and I am sure very few know the exact figures in which you are being asked to repay. It is hard to keep track of all the promises our congress and president has made since January. The Federal government is taking your money and acting like it's theirs while turning around to seize control over your industustries all in the name of helping you. This "pondsey" scheme is worse than Bernie Madoff could ever imagine.
*In the last 8 years the federal government expanded the federal budget by a historic 700 billion through 2008. Our current president and congress would add another trillion.
*Our former president (Bush) created a Medicare drug entitlement that will cost an estimated 800 billion in its first decade.Our current president has proposed a 634 billion down payment on a new government health care fund.
*Our former president increased federal education spending by 58 percent faster than inflation. Our current president would double it.
*Our former president became the first president to spend 3 % of the GDP on federal antipoverty programs. Our current president has already increased this spending by 20 %.
* Our former president and congress presided over a 2.5 trillion increase in the public debt through 2008.Setting aside 2009, President Obama's budget would add 4.9 trillion in public debt from the beginning of 2010 through 2016.
It doesn't matter if you are a Republican or Democrat;it is clear that we are in a sea of red ink! To quote the Heritage foundation again,"Under the current administration and congress we have seen the deficit quadruple, so pledging to halve the deficit by 2013 is hardly ambitious."
The Federal government has decided to borrow our money and give our grandchildren a crushing debt in which it will be difficult to repay. The trillions of dollars incurred in the last few months are staggering and I am sure very few know the exact figures in which you are being asked to repay. It is hard to keep track of all the promises our congress and president has made since January. The Federal government is taking your money and acting like it's theirs while turning around to seize control over your industustries all in the name of helping you. This "pondsey" scheme is worse than Bernie Madoff could ever imagine.
Our founding fathers understood governments potential to subdue its citizens. This is why they set a foundation of checks and balances. They understood that power given to only a few can result in tyranny.
I believe that Washington D.C. has lost its mind. Fortunately, the great state of Indiana still has a few patriots with the full knowledge of their limitations. Unfortunately, we have those in power in Indianapolis with the intent to promote big government, therefore limiting our freedom in our daily lives. It is my opinion that the State of Indiana should say thanks but no thanks to the stimulus money offered by the federal Government. Through sound fiscal policy we can weather the storm. The Hoosier state has shown its ability to tighten its fiscal belt, putting the budget in the black. Instead of accepting the stimulus money, the state government should create incentives for start up businesses through less regulation, less taxation and streamlining government. However hard decisions would have to be made and our dependence on government programs would make some politicians unpopular. That's the problem, we must hire public servants instead of mere politicians!
The Indiana House Majority Leader repeatedly states that "jobs" should be the main issue. He's right- jobs are the main issue so the state should get out of the way and let the people begin to create the jobs.
The Indiana House Majority Leader repeatedly states that "jobs" should be the main issue. He's right- jobs are the main issue so the state should get out of the way and let the people begin to create the jobs.
Our biggest problem does not stem from less regulation. Try to start a business and you will find that your first enemy is your state and federal governments through costly regulations. Many in government have noble intentions. However the state and federal government was not designed to take care of its citizens from birth to death. Its main responsibility is to establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare and secure liberty.
To end our conversation, I bring you a quote from Samuel Adams. It is fitting to quote Mr. Adams since he played a large role in the original Tea Party held in 1773. He states, "If you love wealth better than liberty, the traquility of servitude better than animating contest of freedom, go home from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or your arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May the chains set lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that you were our countrymen."
Today we protest as free men and women, if we do not make our voices heard; soon we will be as Samuel Adams suggested- mere servants to an overpowering government.
This country is called many things around the world. Those that despise our country mock our freedoms and they wish we would join in their misery. However, we must stand as a beacon of light to the world. Showing the nations that our constitution works and the government is a tool of the people. Unfortanatly, those freedoms are slipping right before our eyes. This should be our wake up call!
We are known as a nation of the free and the brave. Today, we must be brave. Today, we must stand against an over-zealous congress trying to support every federal government program imagined and we must make our representatives listen and heed our warnings to reduce the deficit, reform the tax code and stop the move toward socialism - thus sending our children and grandchildren into bondage.
If you have been involved with politics, then I encourage you to dig deeper. If you are waking up to the fight of freedom then make yourself available.
One last quote by Samuel Adams. He states, " It does not require a majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority keen to set brush fires in peoples minds." In your tireless efforts remember that you speak for freedom and that you actually represent the silent majority in this country. That majority can no longer afford to remain silent!
Make no mistake, today we are sending a message around the world that we cherish freedom. I encourage you to remain vigilant!
May God bless you, may God bless this state and may God bless this great country.
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