Remember when you were learning to tie your shoes? Probably not, but you might remember learning something else. What did you do? Sometimes you got it right the first time and most often, you had to try a few times before you got it right. In doing so, you had various outcomes, most of them wrong, until you found the right combination. Later, after you had mastered the procedure, oftentimes you discovered that there was actually a better way to achieve the desired end. Sometimes this was because the effect you achieved with the first method was only temporary, conditions requiring you to re-do it, time and again. The process was of interest, but it was the end result you sought.
So what is there about our political method which is somehow immune from that feature? For years we have had a system of individual prerogatives among our elected members of congress. They get elected and then they make their own decisions according to their personal formulas – or whims – for making decisions. In doing so, they are only loosely accountable to their electorate for their actions in Washington. This seemed to work fairly well for many years in our nation’s history, though we began a progressive slide toward an authoritarian, socialist governmental regime over the years, a progression which in the past twenty years has hastened rapidly. In fact, coming from a time when most of our population was more or less on the same page in terms of their political beliefs, we have arrived at a point of deep political division. Admittedly, it may be more a matter of appearances as portrayed by a pervasive mass media and its culture than it is a reality, but it is certain that there have been big changes in public opinion which continue to change our public policy away from our founding precepts.
We of the Tea Party aren’t happy with these changes. We believe in the rule of law, fiscal responsibility, individual responsibility, and in the words and meanings contained in our constitution. Yet we see them sullied daily from many sides accompanied by a political move away from those precepts and beliefs. Our champion, the Republican Party also seems powerless to stop this leftward slide, a slide which is gaining momentum as this is written. We conservatives, approximately 68% of all those who are registered as Republican voters, look to that party to halt and turn back this movement. We’ve tried with varying degrees of success to get people sympathetic to our concerns in office, but even so, we’re coming up short. The slide continues, unabated.
Why are we doing the same old thing we’ve been doing since the early 1960’s? That is, why are we believing and investing in the thought that we can achieve a conservative ascendency within the GOP? As conservatives, we’re the majority within the party and likely always have been, yet we’ve been at it for fifty years and … the result hasn’t changed. Isn’t it past time to do something entirely different? What else would you spend fifty unsuccessful years trying without changing the approach? What makes this different?
The constitution is our rock. We don’t change that. But we can change the rules by which we send people to Washington. We can set up rules within a party, perhaps the GOP but if not, why not another, which call for that party’s elected members to adhere strictly to a pre-set agenda. The agenda would be developed as the result of broad agreement among the party members and its leadership. Elected members would be required, under the threat of expulsion from the party, to vote in accordance with the wishes of the larger party membership. This would include negotiations, deal-making with our political opponents or any other aspect of legislative action. The elected members from the party would not be voting as a matter of their free will. However, as party members, they would also be in agreement with the party precepts and directives, so why would they act otherwise?
As it is, someone gets elected and he’s on his own, ultimately voting in congress as only he sees fit. He’s under pressure from all manner of humanity: lobbyists wanting advantages for their cause or their business; people back home wanting advantage over other states for their state and for their business or agency; the media puts pressure on them both at home and nationally, which in turn generates social pressures in Washington, in their home state and within their very household. Ladies and Gentlemen, these people are human and have the same frailties to one degree or another that we all have. Some can even be lured into criminal actions. Let’s take that pressure off them! Let groups within the party itself, outside of elected office, make decisions for lobbyists and for pressure groups of one sort or another within the various states. Let the greater party handle the pressures of press which may slam them or laud them, as the case may be.
The reason for doing this, for making this major shift away from “the way things have always been done”, is to achieve that which we have been unable to achieve otherwise; to achieve that which we’ve been unable to achieve doing things the way they’ve always been done. In taking this pressure off of our party membership who hold elected office, they can point to the press or the lobbyists and say “I don’t make the decisions. The party does that.”
Moreover, knowing that our party members will vote in congress only in accordance with the party’s pre-set agenda, when it comes time for elections the party can put its candidates forward, saying “here’s our agenda. You may or may not like it, but if you vote for this guy, you do not have to worry about whether or not he will drive to achieve it and vote to support it at every given opportunity”. Would that change the way you think of the people you send to Washington?
We are the Tea Party. The Tea Party was a group of revolutionaries who were no longer willing to live under the king’s thumb, so they threw out his rules and eventually, threw out the king. We don’t have to throw out a king, but we have to prevent one from returning. Let’s get serious about it and make the necessary changes to thwart his return. Let’s get a different result.
Jeff Dover
January 3, 2013
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Comment by Dennis L. Kolb Sr. on January 4, 2013 at 1:49pm Jeff Dover;
Obama is King!
And there is "No-One" to "lead us", to Change that!
Long Live King Obama!"
Comment by Elizabeth Shea on January 4, 2013 at 1:46am
For those who yearn for action rather than just talk, there is a new plan in the making --
** Next Phase of the Eligibility War **
from:http://obamaballotchallenge.com/next-phase-of-the-eligibility-war
December 31, 2012
Tonight, we say goodbye to 2012 – Tomorrow, the Fight Begins!
The leadership at U.S. Patriots Union (http://www.patriotsunion.org/),
Defenders of America (http://www.veterandefenders.org/), and now The North American Law Center (http://northamericanlawcenter.org/) are 100% committed to taking the fight to the enemies of freedom and liberty no matter the odds. If by chance we do not succeed, do not blame leaders of these organizations or the 10% of our members, all of whom are doing all they can to protect the future of freedom and liberty.
Blame the 90% of members and ALL of the so-called “patriots” in the country who have failed to come together and stand tall in a unified and directed strategy.
Today, we released this NOTICE to be served upon every member of the US Congress before they confirm the 2012 election.
We have also made a constituent version available for ALL members to send to your House and Senate Reps.
At the very least, use the constituent version to send to your representatives in DC, no later than Wednesday the 2nd.
If you can, help raise financial support for this and other vital actions to follow at The North American Law Center.
Next, 2013 state legislative sessions will open beginning in January. Make sure that YOU are engaged in passing The Balance of Powers Act in your state, as without this piece of vital legislation, NO other state bill intended to protect the people of your state can withstand the federal government and their corrupt federal courts.
Last, we intend to file the Criminal Complaint as soon as we have raised the funds needed to see that initiative through.
We will also launch a Second Amendment protection suit as soon as we can.
We are far past pulling punches here. EVERY American that is not part of the solution, IS part of the problem.
If you intend to be part of the solution in this country, RENEW -DONATE and RECRUIT more real patriots willing to stand and fight! Take responsibility for organizing in your area and passing The Balance of Powers Act.
If you cannot help financially, put your boots on the ground. EVERY member can do something and all of us must DO ALL THAT WE CAN!
If you can donate, PLEASE DO! – our nation depends on our U.S. Constitution and our Rule of Law being restored! America has devolved into lawlessness!
from: http://obamaballotchallenge.com/next-phase-of-the-eligibility-war
NOTE: Curtis Bowers (who created the excellent DVD, "AGENDA," IS associated with U.S. Patriots Union.
Comment by Richie Laxton on January 4, 2013 at 12:04am @Mr. James H. Eblen
I too am doing some quiet research. I am looking at some things online as well for the potential "marketing" and promotion/branding of a third party. I would love to talk with you. If interested, please e-mail me at talktorichiel@gmail.com
Comment by Diogenes on January 3, 2013 at 9:05pm As I read Judson's post I was thinking that America's only image is of Obama, our anti-Constitution president.
We do not have a national hero who stands with the Constitution in hand, and declares the other a thug, a robber, an anti-American, an anti-Christian. We had Eric Cantor before the election, standing on the truth when he withheld Petraeus's dalliance, and quiet on all of Obama's deeds: the word was, Republicans are gentlemen.
Obama was a nobody but our only salvation is selecting our own nobody as our hero away from those who
in fact have become house pets of the opposition. That is our mission pronto!
Comment by Janet Adams on January 3, 2013 at 7:06pm I debated awhile as to whether to comment to this post. BTW, I like most of what Jeff Dover posts. But no one ever takes any action! There have been hundreds of posts and comments since the day after the election about starting a new party or working to take over the Republican Party. I feel all we do is talk...and that includes me...as I am not immune to babbling on about one thing or another. I have volunteered to help in any way I can. No one has ever contacted me. All I hear is talk and more talk. I am not donating a dime of my money to any Republican candidate or to the party itself or any PAC. I will donate to a new party comprised of tea party members.
I'm so disappointed that Obama won, and that our Congressmen/women still vote to raise taxes and incur more debt that we will never be able to pay off! America is dying and very slow and painful death. Nothing will change unless dramatic changes are made soon. I'm disappointed that Boehner was re-elected as Speaker. Did you hear his comments today? He was slurring his words and couldn't even read his damn speech correctly. Whether he was just too emotional or drunk, I don't know, but this is the best we have to lead the party? Shame on everyone who voted for him. It's hard for me to be positive when so much is wrong and no one is taking any action to do anything about it. Talk is still cheap.
Comment by James H .Eblen on January 3, 2013 at 6:28pm Jeff you an excellent writer, but your material must lead to action. For instance Jo Gonzalez asked the question that must be answered. She said: I wonder if you have an idea, as to how to do this.Good post, thanks
She is correct until an operation plan is developed, tasks assigned and actual work begins nothing will change.
Ms. Gonzalez please vist my 4 prior blogs. They were printed on 4-12, 8-12, 12-16 and 12-20 of last year.
Meanwhile I am busy working to develop an action plan that is calulated to bring about the change so many of you desire. I am not sure when I will submit the blog as it takes time to meld all the parts into an actionable plan. My background is that I was team leader in developing the worlds first automatic copying machine for the Stratgic Air Command, (SAC) which was vital at the beginning of the Cold War. I then became a management analysist for various bomb wings and air base groups in SAC. After retirement from the USAF, I stated a real estate business and built several housing tracts. First and foremost I planned my work and worked my plan. I work with the idea: NOT TO FOLLOW THE BEATEN PATH, BUT GO WHERE NO HAS GONE AND LEAVE A TRAIL." You will be hearing from me, and remember: STEALTH.
Comment by Juls on January 3, 2013 at 4:25pm Jean S Curtis, The states use to have control over members of congress - at least in the senate. The states use to be able to recall senators, to require a senator to give an annual accounting of his record before the legislators, to inform senators as to the wishes/concerns of the state....but not since the 17th Amendment. Now they get elected by promising everything, then sit in office for 6 years accountable to none and deliver nothing.
Comment by Edward M. Plitt on January 3, 2013 at 4:08pm It's called INSANITY!
Comment by Debrajoe Smith-Beatty on January 3, 2013 at 4:04pm I am ready.
Comment by Pat McMahon on January 3, 2013 at 3:50pm Not one of these in DC right now cares one whit for the country. They talk the big talk but when it comes right down to the votes, they go with crybaby including so called conservative Rand Paul. They put crybaby back into his job & they know the American people are not happy with him but they ignore us & do what is best for them.
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