Those of us who oppose the government's take-over of the health care system are often labeled as cold-hearted, lacking sympathy for those who have health problems that are hereditary or otherwise not the patient's fault. (more…)
With all the talk about the so-called "right to health care," it's important to consider what "rights" really are. In general, there are two types of rights. One type is intrinsic to us as humans. Some call these "fundamental rights" and others call them "human rights." Our nation's founders labeled them "inalienable rights." These are rights that demand nothing from other people - nothing, that is, except respect. The right to speak freely, to worship as we please, and to defend our property are among these. The role of government is to secure these rights from infringement. (more…)
One reason America is suffering is that those who believe in conservative principles stopped fighting after Ronald Reagan left the presidency. Too many wrongly counted on the Republican Party to fight the conservative fight on auto-pilot. (more…)
A recent column in The American Spectatormagazine provides an important perspective for conservatives: we need to re-focus on principles, not parties. If we do that the right way, the politicians will respond, but if we don't engage - if we pull out of the debate because the political parties have let us down - we may never regain our country. (more…)
The health care plan moving through Congress is a direct violation of the fundamental principle of governing: that government is to protect rights, not create them. (more…)
Climate and Cost: Clearing the Airwaves
By Dean Nelson
[Click here to see the Cornwall Alliance's talking points on Cap & Trade.] (more…)
Economic Impact of Waxman Markey Cap-and-Trade Bill
Through extensive economic modeling of the "American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009",--a Heritage Foundation--analysis shows economic losses at the national, state and congressional district level.
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There are two methods our society employs when confronting someone who takes money from their children or grandchildren. Either we hold them in utter contempt and send them to jail, or we elect them to Congress and praise them for taking money not only from their children but from our children as well. (more…)