Restoring Representation

May 6, 2012

Restoring Representation- A Strategic Proposal-I

This entry is part 1 of 6 in the series Restoring Representation

This entry is part 1 of 6 in the series Restoring Representation[Introductory Note: Whatever the activity involved, sound strategic thinking requires a clear view of the overall objective to be achieved, one that starts by taking account of the context and circumstances of action, including especially the nature of the obstacles that may be part [...]

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May 2, 2012

Demagoguery vs. Representation

This entry is part 1 of 6 in the series Restoring Representation

This entry is part 1 of 6 in the series Restoring Representation“…of those men who have overturned the liberties of republics, the greatest number have begun their career by paying an obsequious court to the people; commencing demagogues, and ending tyrants.” (Alexander Hamilton, Federalist #1)
In the original Greek the word from which demagogue comes is [...]

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May 8, 2012

Restoring Representation-A Strategic Proposal II

This entry is part 2 of 6 in the series Restoring Representation

This entry is part 2 of 6 in the series Restoring Representation
Reclaiming the initiative of the people
Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 18:3 ESV))
Periander began his reign in a mild spirit. But his manner changed after he had sent a [...]

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May 11, 2012

Restoring Representation- A Strategic Proposal III

This entry is part 3 of 6 in the series Restoring Representation

This entry is part 3 of 6 in the series Restoring RepresentationTrue representation-the Electoral College strategy
Step One: Focus on the Electors
A. Rely on the people for what they do best
On Election Day 2012 when they go to the polls to vote for President and Vice-President most Americans will perceive their action in terms that ignore [...]

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May 13, 2012

Restoring Representation- A Strategic Proposal III (Cont’d)

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This entry is part 4 of 6 in the series Restoring RepresentationTrue Representation-the Electoral College Strategy (Cont’d)

 Step Two: Focus on restoring the political standard of  America’s Founders and renewing America’s common bond
A.  Look not for a President who will do for you, but for representatives who will choose a President most likely to do his [...]

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May 15, 2012

Restoring Representation- A Strategic Proposal III (Concluded)

This entry is part 5 of 6 in the series Restoring Representation

This entry is part 5 of 6 in the series Restoring RepresentationTrue Representation- the Electoral College Strategy (concluded)
Step Three: Focus on a choice that represents the common good
On his departure from office America’s first President, George Washington delivered his famous Farewell Address in which, among other things, he warned against reliance on just the sort [...]

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