Patriotism
George Washington — Offensive?
The annual MLK observance at the state house in Columbia, SC had an interesting twist this year. The event is held on the north side steps of the statehouse. Prominent at that location is a large bronze statue of George Washington. This year, the NAACP constructed a “box” to conceal the Father of His Country…
Read MoreJanuary 14, 1784
On this day in 1784, the Continental Congress ratifies the Second Treaty of Paris, ending the War for Independence. In the document, which was known as the Second Treaty of Paris because the Treaty of Paris was also the name of the agreement that had ended the Seven Years’ War in 1763, Britain officially agreed…
Read MoreFor They Will Posess The Power
Before a standing army can rule, the people must be disarmed; as they are in almost every kingdom in Europe. The supreme power in America cannot enforce unjust laws by the sword; because the whole body of the people are armed, and constitute a force superior to any band of regular troops that can be,…
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Marine Battles Homeowners Association Over Flag Pole
A Marine says his neighborhood’s homeowners association is suing him because of a flag pole on his property. “They’re suing me, for $200 a day and lawyers fees and everything,” Michael Merola said. Merola said he went through the proper channels to ask for permission to put up a 20-foot flag pole, but permission was…
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