The issue today is the same as it has been throughout all history, whether man shall be allowed to govern himself or be ruled by a small elite." – Thomas Jefferson
2006-10-31 11:30:40 · 9 answers · asked by big-brother 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Yes, perfect for the Bush administration. then they would be free to spy on, intimidate, threaten, arrest, detain, "disappear", and torture anyone, anywhere, anytime without that pesky "Constitution thing" or the Bill of Rights getting in the way. And without those "enemies of freedom" making a stink about it (they'll be busy getting waterboarded).
2006-10-31 11:34:25 · answer #1 · answered by Whoops, is this your spleeen? 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
NO.
PROVE that giving up "some rights produces a better society." It hasn't yet! Our freedoms are protected by the framers of the Constitution for a particular reason, because they knew EACH ONE was of particularly important, because they had lived without them! So, don't pull that Bush sh*t and say we "have too many freedoms" like Bush said during his campaign. If anything, Bush is eroding our Freedoms on the False threat of terrorism.
Don't get me wrong, terrorism is a REAL THREAT, however, we HAVE NO NEED TO GIVE UP OUR FREEDOMS to remain safe!!!
2006-10-31 19:35:44 · answer #2 · answered by AdamKadmon 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Excellent quote.......however, obviously, I must disagree completely with the logic in your question.
Example: If dringing a small glass of wine before bed is healthful - would drinking a quart in the morning, another at noon and a third bottle at bedtime make me immortal?
2006-10-31 19:44:47 · answer #3 · answered by LeAnne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become more corrupt and vicious, they have more need of masters
Ben Franklin
2006-10-31 19:35:04 · answer #4 · answered by imnogeniusbutt 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
That's like asking if we should stop eating ALL foods instead of the ones that harm us.
You can listen to my phone conversations and ask me to remove my shoes before I board a plane if it will keep the vermin of the world from harming us.
2006-10-31 19:35:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
All depends whether you are one of the Elite or not. And most of us are not. Good luck
2006-10-31 19:34:20 · answer #6 · answered by wmf936 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
No because some people would resist. all it takes is rebellion and leadership to ruin a perfect society.
2006-10-31 19:36:27 · answer #7 · answered by GloryDays49ers 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Perfect for us! Heil Bush!
2006-10-31 19:32:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
No, it would produce a communist society.
2006-10-31 19:34:39 · answer #9 · answered by harry_potter_kid 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
if you enjoy living in a totalitarian regime ...i suppose so..moderation in everything including that.
2006-10-31 19:32:08 · answer #10 · answered by koalatcomics 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋