As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, let me suggest that we all take the time to reread this remarkable document. It espouses the rationale for governments, tells us what to do when a government turns away from the people, and what the people must do to restore the power of the government back to the people.
Most of us are familiar with the phrase “…all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” Perhaps some recognize the phrase “We mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our Sacred Honor.”
There is so much more in there. But what I would ask most is that folks review the list of grievances against King George III (and his administration/parliament). Appreciating the differences between 1776 and 2026, do any of these grievances sound familiar? And, if so, what will we do about it?
It is a grand vision! Are we up to the task of keeping the dream alive and working toward its ends? I truly hope so. I believe we can do it.
Lloyd Hunt
Saco
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