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"The blessings of a free government can only be maintained by a firm adherence to justice, moderation, temperance, frugality and virtue, and by frequent recurrence to fundamental principles."
-Article 1 Section 22, Wisconsin Constitution.
-Article 1 Section 22, Wisconsin Constitution.
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"Quantifying Unsustainability"
Self-Government: A Foundational American Principle
The ideals of freedom and independence are not new. However most people have not considered how these ideals relate to our current government. If this is your first time reading about this topic you may understandably feel a degree of uncertainty. Some may not be aware of the many serious problems facing our society and therefore immediately dismiss talk of serious government restructuring as unjustified. Others may feel that it is "un-American" to discuss reforms that would return significant power to the states. Some may suggest that it does not honor those who have given their lives in service to our country. If one is to equate "America" with a federal government, it is understandable why one would feel this way. However, America is not about a "government," it is about a set of principles that we all hold dear: liberty and justice for all. Those who gave their lives for America gave their lives for freedom, and it would dishonor their sacrifice to allow freedom to be destroyed so that a government might live.
The circumstances are unfortunately such that major change is needed if we are to preserve a free and healthy society. Our system is based on checks and balances and the separation of powers. The states created the Federal government and people need to start looking to their state and local governments to protect them from the out of control policies of the central government. Please explore the arguments for this case below. It is difficult information. Although it is not often discussed in the old corporate media, we need to debate serious questions about the role and structure of government, so that it will function as the servant of the people and not as their master.
The states were meant to be free and independent.This freedom and diversity made America stable and prosperous. The strongest tools the states have to safeguard our freedom are interposition, nullification and ultimately secession. Historically states have used all of these methods to restrain the power of the federal government. Today many states are reasserting their sovereignty with resolutions reaffirming the 9th and 10th amendments to the U.S. constitution. Many states are already practicing nullification by preventing the implementation of the REAL ID act and other oppressive legislation. State governments must stand up for their citizens by preventing unconstitutional laws from being enforced in their boarders. Such actions would begin to restore locally accountable government and return the control of government to the people. However, if this effort is not successful in preventing the advance of tyranny and despotism, the people will have to use the state governments as a refuge to preserve their liberty.
Interposition, nullification and secession are some of the most sophisticated and elegant principles of civilized government. They embody the very heart of a free society by providing for the people’s right of self-determination.
Nullification offers the potential of restoring balance to the current political system while secession stands as a bulwark of freedom if all other methods of reigning in government fail. Even secession should not necessarily be seen with the goal of bringing an end to America. Rather, the goal should be to rediscover and redefine what it means to be an American. Regardless of the exact form of the relationship between the states, the goal should first and foremost be the preservation of liberty. The people of Wisconsin are both kind and resilient. We will work together to ensure that a peaceful, sustainable and accountable government are left for our children and for future generations.
The ideals of freedom and independence are not new. However most people have not considered how these ideals relate to our current government. If this is your first time reading about this topic you may understandably feel a degree of uncertainty. Some may not be aware of the many serious problems facing our society and therefore immediately dismiss talk of serious government restructuring as unjustified. Others may feel that it is "un-American" to discuss reforms that would return significant power to the states. Some may suggest that it does not honor those who have given their lives in service to our country. If one is to equate "America" with a federal government, it is understandable why one would feel this way. However, America is not about a "government," it is about a set of principles that we all hold dear: liberty and justice for all. Those who gave their lives for America gave their lives for freedom, and it would dishonor their sacrifice to allow freedom to be destroyed so that a government might live.
The circumstances are unfortunately such that major change is needed if we are to preserve a free and healthy society. Our system is based on checks and balances and the separation of powers. The states created the Federal government and people need to start looking to their state and local governments to protect them from the out of control policies of the central government. Please explore the arguments for this case below. It is difficult information. Although it is not often discussed in the old corporate media, we need to debate serious questions about the role and structure of government, so that it will function as the servant of the people and not as their master.
The states were meant to be free and independent.This freedom and diversity made America stable and prosperous. The strongest tools the states have to safeguard our freedom are interposition, nullification and ultimately secession. Historically states have used all of these methods to restrain the power of the federal government. Today many states are reasserting their sovereignty with resolutions reaffirming the 9th and 10th amendments to the U.S. constitution. Many states are already practicing nullification by preventing the implementation of the REAL ID act and other oppressive legislation. State governments must stand up for their citizens by preventing unconstitutional laws from being enforced in their boarders. Such actions would begin to restore locally accountable government and return the control of government to the people. However, if this effort is not successful in preventing the advance of tyranny and despotism, the people will have to use the state governments as a refuge to preserve their liberty.
Interposition, nullification and secession are some of the most sophisticated and elegant principles of civilized government. They embody the very heart of a free society by providing for the people’s right of self-determination.
Nullification offers the potential of restoring balance to the current political system while secession stands as a bulwark of freedom if all other methods of reigning in government fail. Even secession should not necessarily be seen with the goal of bringing an end to America. Rather, the goal should be to rediscover and redefine what it means to be an American. Regardless of the exact form of the relationship between the states, the goal should first and foremost be the preservation of liberty. The people of Wisconsin are both kind and resilient. We will work together to ensure that a peaceful, sustainable and accountable government are left for our children and for future generations.
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The People Shout: "Wisconsin Secession! Wisconsin Secession! Wisconsin Secession Now!"
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However, reflection on the above quote from our state constitution shows how far the federal government has strayed from our core principles. Certainly America is no longer known for its moderation or frugality. With it's continued militarism, the nation is losing the morals of justice and virtue as well. As independent free-thinking citizens, we must take responsibility for ensuring that the actions of our government reflect our fundamental principles. Left, Right or Neither...We're all better off with a government that is accountable to the rule of law as established in our constitution. We have been given a "Republic"...if we can keep it.
The Case for Wisconsin Sovereignty:
End Militarism:
Wisconsin Troops Stay In Wisconsin
End Monetary Corruption:
Wisconsin Citizens Take Charge of Their Own Commodity Backed Currency
Protect The Environment:
Wisconsin Citizens Unite for Sustainable Agriculture and Energy
Civil Liberties:
The Purpose of the State is to Protect Our Freedom
Wisconsin Healthcare For Wisconsin Citizens:
No Federal Bureaucracy Needed
Wisconsin Troops Stay In Wisconsin
End Monetary Corruption:
Wisconsin Citizens Take Charge of Their Own Commodity Backed Currency
Protect The Environment:
Wisconsin Citizens Unite for Sustainable Agriculture and Energy
Civil Liberties:
The Purpose of the State is to Protect Our Freedom
Wisconsin Healthcare For Wisconsin Citizens:
No Federal Bureaucracy Needed
Federal Government Debt
Wisconsin is a wonderful place. For those who call it home, it is a place you know and love. One of the best parts of living in Wisconsin, as in the other states, has been the political freedom we have as American citizens.
