“Governments have a tendency not to solve problems, only to rearrange them”
Ronald Reagan
Tea Party Janus:
A Look Behind; A Glimpse Ahead
Well, what a year 2009 was. American society as we knew it fundamentally changed. This “Change” bodes of a dire future for America. But, all hope is not lost, for there is luminous silver lining that emerged from this Alinsky-esque Change. The sleeping giant, startled awake by a spark of patriotic passion, was roused from its comfortable, complacent sleep. The spark was “Santelli’s Rant.” A stark realization was ignited in the people of the nation that they, not the government, are sovereign.
Previous to this incendiary catalyst, excuses were abundant as to why not to participate in civic duties, but then people suddenly realized that in fact , Democracy--Representative Democracy-- is something that entails hard work, lest it be lost, as our founding fathers, sages that they were, had warned us centuries years ago.
From the first round of Tea Parties on February 27th, to the Tax Day Tea Parties on April 15th, the number of cities and towns which held rallies increased exponentially, as did the number of Tea Party participants—into the millions! From less than 100 cities in February to over 2000 in April, a truly patriotic grassroots movement’s momentum bloomed.
On and around July 4th, more and more cities found people taking to the streets, echoing the Tea Party cry of less government with accountable, transparent legislatures, less burdensome taxes, a free-market with less governmental intervention, and above all, sovereignty of the people.
The salient message of these Tea Party tenets superseded staunch political party lines. Partisanship took a back seat to tapering out of control legislatures and the well being of the United States of America.
On 9/12, September 12th, Washington DC witnessed millions of patriots peaceably assemble to send an indelible, albeit simple message to DC’s aloof legislators—“No More!”
This outcry was echoed in Town Hall Meetings from the Atlantic to the Pacific. The cumulative message, that Legislators can run and hide…they can name call, dismiss, marginalize and incite, but they can not hide from the people nor their outrage any longer.
Tea Partiers burned up the phone lines and made Congress postpone the passing of the spurious 2000+ page Cap & Trade Bill—which they will attempt again in 2010.
The Tea Partiers did the same to the—again 2000+ page--despotic Health Care Bill. Presently, national poll numbers approach almost 70% opposed to the HC Bill, but still, those pushing the HC Bill agenda through Congress, continue to rationalize and lie through their teeth, all the while accepting massive bribes--using your tax money-- for their votes. In the reality of the private sector, this would be considered illegal, and require jail time.
In light of Congress’ overt deceit, the good news is that:
1. Truth cannot be suppressed. And that this is still the old Cold War, now being fought on our soil--a war between those who believe our inalienable rights are endowed by God, versus those who believe that citizens’ rights are granted by man’s government.
2. People are galvanizing as they avail themselves to the above truth and how this relates to both state and federal legislatures.
3. Ultimately, the people will regain their Sovereignty--as described in the Declaration of Independence--from those inclined to steal it.
Vermont plays an important roll in this Cold War. We are engaged in the Battle for Vermont, which is at the forefront of the War for the Freedom of America. Sound wounding of the “Liberal Beast” in Vermont will have positive ramifications nationally.
Vermont’s formerly being a stalwart state of American traditional values, but now being a bastion of liberal Marxist thinking, does not preclude people from re-empowering themselves—to fight the good fight-- as to not acquiesce to the abhorrent political sway of Marxism.
For the sake of solidarity, the onus is upon each Vermonter, young and old, to accept the responsibility of fighting for freedom and embrace the Tea Party Movement. It is only the strength of numbers that can, and will, loosen the oppressive grip of intrusive government—the Vermont Legislature--and restore the political perspective that nurtures prosperity, therefore drawing people to Vermont, versus, what we have presently, political policies that are a subterfuge to prosperity, and that are forcing people to flee from the state, hence creating economic refugees.
The Tea Party, in addition to being a bonafide grassroots movement is a state of mind, a way of thinking, which imbibes of those clarion words contained in the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution. The Tea Party embodies the ideals set forth in those seminal documents. Therefore, the Tea Party is about YOU, the empowered individual. And YOU must “Take A Sip Of Freedom”—everyday--actively taking a stand in defense of Lady Liberty.
For 2010, the Vermont Tea Party will be engaging those opposing forces in many different ways. Of course, we will be continuing to take to the streets for our pro-America rallies. We also will be hosting forums that consist of experts in various fields that relate to proposed Bills, bringing to light poignant facts and ramifications.
For the sake of political transparency, the Vermont Tea Party will conduct accountability forums for you to access you state legislators--face to face-- and ask them pertinent questions. These forums will mitigate the back-room influence of special interest groups, as legislators will have to answer to you directly…consistently.
The Vermont Tea Party will also be helping Tea Partiers hold mini-Tea Parties” in their homes. Whether it be viewing a patriotic movie, or having a “Glenn Beck Watch,” or discussing a book/article/issue, the result of neighbor talking to neighbor about legislative exploits and the personal impact of these exploits is our goal.
In addition, the Vermont Tea Party will be actively proliferating truthful political information via emails, blogs, and newsletters and most importantly, through word of mouth—from person to person—keep your eyes and ears open.
America, as well as Vermont, is at a political crossroads. The direction taken is dependent upon you. The Future Belongs To Those Who Show Up. Contact us and let us know how you are willing to help keep the vision of our founding fathers vibrant.
In 2010, all of us together--We, the Tea Party Movement, can affect real change for Vermont and for America!
