A Conservative Revolution?

The two words seem to be at odds. After all, one word, conservative, means to keep a particular idea and the other word, revolution, means to change that which exists. However, in some instances they are not contradictory and, in fact, sometimes a revolution is necessary to conserve something. For example, our own War for Independence was a bloody revolution; although, American patriots would have rather it came peacefully. At the same time though, Americans saw it as a conservation of the ideals of liberty that had long ago been birthed in England. For these patriots, the only way to conserve the rights and liberties that they should have been entitled to was to revolt. They recognized that there comes a time in the course of history to overthrow a government that ignores its own laws and principles. Speaking of ignoring laws, America is at another similar turning point today.

Americans for years have enjoyed liberty from tyranny that few people on the face of the earth have enjoyed. Years of “tranquil and quiet lives” (1 Tim. 2:2) came about because prayers were said for those in authority and because those in authority usually recognized that they did not have jurisdiction over personal choices like diet, education, health care and religion. However, much like Israel lusted after a king to centrally lead and guide, Americans lusted after a government to lead and to guide in the economic and social aspects of life. Apparently theocracy and liberty were too risky and unsafe. Unfortunately, the same curses have come on America that Samuel warned would come on Israel. Military drafts, income taxes, property taxes, and slavery to the government were among the consequences (1 Sam.8: 11-18). Little did many realize, getting the security of a powerful government would mean the giving up of private property, freedom of education, and many other liberties. Will Americans throw off this government that has ensnared them at this crucial hour?

Only one candidate, Ron Paul, is totally committed to conserving our constitution and revolutionizing our way of life from one of dependence to independence. Much like Jesus offers us freedom from sin, we can be free from government control. Already thousands have joined this struggle. If about 10% of the primary population have already voted for a conservative revolution in Iowa and New Hampshire, why not an increasing number in the forty-eight other states?

Education helps the revolution and ignorance holds it back. Apathy helps the socialists and compassion for our fellow humans moves us on. Read for yourself how Ron Paul would change America.
Ron Paul’s writings on numerous issues
http://www.ronpaullibrary.org/
Christians for RP
http://www.christiansforronpaul.com/
Mary Pride endorses RP
http://www.home-school.com/news/huckabee.html
An open letter to homeschoolers
http://www.lewrockwell.com/fisk/fisk32.html

Ron Paul for President

As an exception to the well-known field of socialist, pseudo-capitalist, and semi-socialist candidates for president, Ron Paul is free market candidate worthy of support. He stands by liberty even when it is unpopular and has often been the sole congressman to vote against a bill.

Here is a quick breakdown of his views, so you can determine if he is worthy of your vote:
Fiscal (favors the following)
1. Keeping the market free
2. Decreasing spending by eliminating unconstitutional programs
3. Decreasing spending by ending excessive American military intervention
4. Eliminating the IRS
5. Abolishing unconstitutional taxes
6. Less taxes
7. Ending the (Federal Reserve's) banking cartel's control over money supply (i.e. eliminating the inflation tax)
8. Returning to sound money backing (gold standard, etc.)
9. Ending costly war on drugs
10. Ending welfare and corporate welfare

Social
1. Eliminating federal (read "national government") authority over marriage and abortion
2. De-funding government subsidized abortion
3. Legal immigration only
4. Parental choice in schooling
5. Individual liberty in all areas
6. Second amendment rights
7. Opposing the national ID card
8. Right to privacy
9. Right to religious expression
10. Right to use drugs or harm one's self

Foreign
1. Ending the war in Iraq quickly
2. Avoiding confrontation with Iran
3. Pulling out of "police actions" around the whole
4. Focusing of defending our country and borders
5. Eliminating aid to other nations for "nation building"
6. Maintaining US sovereignty

Where does a principled man like this get such ideas? Interestingly enough, he is a Christian that lives out his beliefs. He sees individual free will and liberty in the Bible. He also sees personal responsibility and limited government in the Bible. Is it that the Founders were not so crazy after all? Is it that we do not, and should not, need to have the government caring for our financial and social affairs as a nanny would?

If your willing to look beyond the mainstream names that get the big media attention, check out Ron Paul. Of course, you may find a good candidate from the Libertarian Party or the Constitution Party. However, Ron Paul is bringing traditional conservatism and libertarianism into the Republican Party, which is turning more socialistic. This is exciting and worth your attention. Check out http://www.ronpaul2008.com/