"Sunday Sermon" The midterm elections are upon us. As citizens, we have the right, and the duty, to vote. The Lord has given us insights into selecting and supporting civic leaders and voting for political candidates. Doctrine and Covenants 98:9-10: Nevertheless, when the wicked rule, the people mourn. Wherefore, honest men [and women] and wise … Continue reading Vote for “Good” and “Wise” Leaders – D&C 98:9-10
"Great Quotes" Booker T. Washington (1856-1915) is an American hero and role model. Raised in slavery, he became the leading advocate for former slaves and their descendants. He devoted his life to fighting Jim Crow discrimination and championing civil rights. Washington worked in the brutal coal mines and salt furnaces in West Virginia in … Continue reading Booker T. Washington: Truth and right are not determined by a majority – Booker T. Washington
"Great Quotes" "Faith on Friday" One-Liners “The harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.” “The Constitution is the guide , which I never will abandon.” “Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.” "Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder." “If the freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may … Continue reading George Washington: Classic One-Liners and Fun Facts
"Patriotic Wednesday" Foreign Heroes of the Revolution The American colonists were not alone in their fight for independence. Few people are aware that six foreign military commanders became American war heroes. Three of them are immortalized as Honorary American Citizens. Most of these foreign heroes were recruited in Europe by Benjamin Franklin, making him "The … Continue reading Marquis de Lafayette – Foreign Hero of the American Revolution
"Patriotic Wednesday" "Holiday Treat" Gadsby's Tavern and Ice Well George Washington loved ice cream. It was his favorite dessert. During the summer of 1790, Washington spent $6,300 in today's money for ice cream. He could have bought 4 acres of prime land for the same amount. Initially, Washington bought ice to make ice cream from … Continue reading George Washington – Ice Cream Addict
"Our Greatest President" "The Father of Our Country" To the Hebrew Congregation in Newport, Rhode Island [Newport, R.I., 18 August 1790] Gentlemen. . . . . The reflection on the days of difficulty and danger which are past is rendered the more sweet, from a consciousness that they are succeeded by days of uncommon prosperity … Continue reading George Washington: “To the Hebrew Congregation in Newport, Rhode Island” (An answer to the recent rise in anti-Semitism)
Thomas Jefferson referred to the Founding Fathers as an “Assembly of Demigods.” This was not an exaggeration. Here is an overview of just some of the accomplishments of the “First Four Presidents," all major Founding Fathers. George Washington General of Continental Army First president Set historic precedents for the presidency ("Mr. President," 2 Terms) … Continue reading Presidents’ Day – “The First Four”
"Court Case Friday" One afternoon I had a large group of prisoners in the “cage” in my courtroom. I started advising them of their constitutional rights. One of the women suddenly interrupted me and screamed, “I don’t recognize you.” I thought to myself, “I don’t’ recognize you either.” She continued: Defendant: “I am a God! I don’t … Continue reading Defendant: “I am a God! You are a mere mortal!”
Commentary In grade school, there were students who took sadistic delight in shattering the hopes and dreams of younger children by announcing, “There is No Santa Clause.” These students felt intellectual superior. “I know something you don’t know.” Those infected with the “There Is No Santa” Syndrome grew up to become contemporary bubble-poppers, nitpickers, and … Continue reading “There Is No Santa” Syndrome
After he sacrificed everything for the success of the Revolution, his loyalty was maligned because he was a Jew. One little known hero of the American Revolution was Haym Salomon. He was a financial hero, who sacrificed everything for the cause of liberty. Revolutions and their armies cost money. The poor thirteen colonies were going … Continue reading Jewish Hero of the American Revolution: Haym Salomon
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