South Carolina target for secession

[Guest]

hee hee ho ho linda

how d'ya say? laugh longer who laugh last, right?

[Lindaloo]

He who laughs the loudest laughs alone I think it is. But we are all laughing loud Paolo.

[Guest]

I don't care what arguments you might fabricate to counter this. The truth of the matter is: America was founded by Christian men with Christian values. Unlike almost anywhere else on the globe, we are respectful of other religions and allow the practice of such within our country. What we will not tolerate is people trying to take away from our great Christian heritage. We will continue to praise our Lord, we will continue to teach our children the way, we will continue to say "under God", and we will always be proud of our Christian roots. America is a country comprised of Christian heritage. Period.
...Jennifer...

I am not proud of our Christian Heritage. But I am so thankful that "you" all are nice enough to let me practice my faith.

But are you not proud, I am, that many of the founding precepts of our nation are rooted in goodness/godliness and that to a very large extent that spiritual footing has served us well.

I have no problem with the practice of religion.

I just think it needs to stay out of our public institutions.

I want Christians to be able to practice unfettered.

I am proud of lots of our history.

Most notably that we welcome people of all faiths, races, and nationalities, and do not favor one over another.

Were some of our early leaders Christians? yes....and some were not.

But as to the notion that the US is a Christian nation?....I categorically rebuke it.

Freedom of religion and separation of Church and state are bedrock principles that will NEVER be undermined.

[Guest]

Oh, really, zwyts?

"Common people"...farmers, coopers (barrel makers), coppersmiths, acrhitects, cobblers and printers...like the posters here... WROTE our Constitution. If you took the time to read the minutes and letters of those who were active in the framing of this instrument, you would plainly see the INTENT of each clause, paragraph and amendment...why, therefore, do "we, the people" need "interpretation"?

Any careful examination of the documents as described (and I have already done so many, many times) is enough to satisfy even the most cynical pursuivant. "Interpretation"? Indeed...

I'll side with Brandeis, Holmes, Marshall, Burger, Blackmun, Fortas, et al on this one Soldier. Sorry Bro.

[Guest]

I agree it is a good thing that there are intelligent scholars to interpret the Constitution and it is not left up to people on message boards.

Interpret is a big word. Why not use converting the Constitution to their own liberal views and then liberals intepreting those same beliefs on a message board.

Why even have amendments?

Maybe we should repeal them all.

It would be good for you Linda....Bush would certainly win if women couldnt vote.

[Lindaloo]

Please do not throw women's lib into this. You know exactly what I am talking about. And the name is Lindaloo.

[Guest]

Please do not throw women's lib into this. You know exactly what I am talking about. And the name is Lindaloo.

I apologize profusely for calling you by your name which is written in your sig line.

[Lindaloo]

KEWL!

[JQ Public]

[Lindaloo]

What do the locks mean Alpesh?

[WEATHER53]

I don't care what arguments you might fabricate to counter this. The truth of the matter is: America was founded by Christian men with Christian values. Unlike almost anywhere else on the globe, we are respectful of other religions and allow the practice of such within our country. What we will not tolerate is people trying to take away from our great Christian heritage. We will continue to praise our Lord, we will continue to teach our children the way, we will continue to say "under God", and we will always be proud of our Christian roots. America is a country comprised of Christian heritage. Period.
...Jennifer...

I am not proud of our Christian Heritage. But I am so thankful that "you" all are nice enough to let me practice my faith.

But are you not proud, I am, that many of the founding precepts of our nation are rooted in goodness/godliness and that to a very large extent that spiritual footing has served us well.

I have no problem with the practice of religion.

I just think it needs to stay out of our public institutions.

I want Christians to be able to practice unfettered.

I am proud of lots of our history.

Most notably that we welcome people of all faiths, races, and nationalities, and do not favor one over another.

Were some of our early leaders Christians? yes....and some were not.

But as to the notion that the US is a Christian nation?....I categorically rebuke it.

Freedom of religion and separation of Church and state are bedrock principles that will NEVER be undermined.

Profuse declarations about distinct "seperation of church and state" somewhat amuse me in that although no state can tell you to worship or not worship and although no religion runs the state the "seperation" has not historically meant that they are unaffected by each other. It is a nation bedrocked in some higher power or holiness, much of our efforts to govern ourselves come from this spirit or spirituality.

[Guest]

I think he means this discussion should be locked.
...Jennifer...

[Lindaloo]

Thought so, thanks Jen.

[USAwx1]

I don't care what arguments you might fabricate to counter this. The truth of the matter is: America was founded by Christian men with Christian values. Unlike almost anywhere else on the globe, we are respectful of other religions and allow the practice of such within our country. What we will not tolerate is people trying to take away from our great Christian heritage. We will continue to praise our Lord, we will continue to teach our children the way, we will continue to say "under God", and we will always be proud of our Christian roots. America is a country comprised of Christian heritage. Period.
...Jennifer...

I am not proud of our Christian Heritage. But I am so thankful that "you" all are nice enough to let me practice my faith.

But are you not proud, I am, that many of the founding precepts of our nation are rooted in goodness/godliness and that to a very large extent that spiritual footing has served us well.

I have no problem with the practice of religion.

I just think it needs to stay out of our public institutions.

I want Christians to be able to practice unfettered.

I am proud of lots of our history.

Most notably that we welcome people of all faiths, races, and nationalities, and do not favor one over another.

Were some of our early leaders Christians? yes....and some were not.

But as to the notion that the US is a Christian nation?....I categorically rebuke it.

Freedom of religion and separation of Church and state are bedrock principles that will NEVER be undermined.

This Unites States is a melting pot for individuals from all different walks of life, in relationship to both cultural background and religious beliefs. And while myself or the next person may not agree with everyone's practices or ideals, our diversity is one of our nations STRONGEST assets, lets keep it that way.

[Guest]

I don't care what arguments you might fabricate to counter this. The truth of the matter is: America was founded by Christian men with Christian values. Unlike almost anywhere else on the globe, we are respectful of other religions and allow the practice of such within our country. What we will not tolerate is people trying to take away from our great Christian heritage. We will continue to praise our Lord, we will continue to teach our children the way, we will continue to say "under God", and we will always be proud of our Christian roots. America is a country comprised of Christian heritage. Period.
...Jennifer...

I am not proud of our Christian Heritage. But I am so thankful that "you" all are nice enough to let me practice my faith.

But are you not proud, I am, that many of the founding precepts of our nation are rooted in goodness/godliness and that to a very large extent that spiritual footing has served us well.

I have no problem with the practice of religion.

I just think it needs to stay out of our public institutions.

I want Christians to be able to practice unfettered.

I am proud of lots of our history.

Most notably that we welcome people of all faiths, races, and nationalities, and do not favor one over another.

Were some of our early leaders Christians? yes....and some were not.

But as to the notion that the US is a Christian nation?....I categorically rebuke it.

Freedom of religion and separation of Church and state are bedrock principles that will NEVER be undermined.

This Unites States is a melting pot for individuals from all different walks of life, in relationship to both cultural background and religious beliefs. And while myself or the next person may not agree with everyone's practices or ideals, our diversity is one of our nations STRONGEST assets, lets keep it that way.

Excellent Post

[Arizwx]

...That Paolo has been mistreated,misunderstood...and has been reasonable.
He took no unruly tack against our President.Rather,he asked a reasonable question...is he 'new born Christian' (aka Born Again).
Again..reasonable.Why not answer the kind gentleman from Rome instead of being defensive and possibly alienating an ALLY(Italianos)?
This is the USA..why not let general questions flourish?Let's be Ambassadors....and be 'Uniters...not Dividers' as Pres.Bush outlined.
BTW Paolo..I've been to Italy and France many times...and can find them on a map...much prefer Italy...esp the Mtns North...skiing dude!
As so far as the nutcase from S.Carolina...Good Luck dude!LOl!
Attn:to S Carolinians:Don't but a Cell Phone from Mr Burnell...it may be 'bugged'by Palmettos.!

Classic!

Yes indeed,
Classic Arizwx,classic American.

[JQ Public]

Yes. Sorry that is what i meant. It just seemed like the topic was getting pointless. Just back and forth "one-upmanship"

[Lindaloo]

Yeah it does seem that way. But you know those classics are pointless. lol.

[JQ Public]

Most Def!

[Guest]

Yeah it does seem that way. But you know those classics are pointless. lol.

You are an awesome mod, who has great respect for dissenting opinion. Keep up the great posts.