Good quote:
“…man is not free unless government is limited. There's a clear cause and effect here that is as neat and predictable as a law of physics: As government expands, liberty contracts.”
http://www.ronpaul2008.com/articles/161/what-does-freedom-really-mean/
2007-10-14 04:55:06 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
As perfect a definition of Government as I've ever heard! I've heard it before, I just didn't know what it was from, thanks!
2007-10-14 04:59:28 · answer #1 · answered by AdamKadmon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some freedoms demish, but other expand: We need a stronger and more forcefully applied Sherman Anti Trust and Monopoly Act.A trading fair wage standard, and environmental protection standards. FREEDOM FROM A STANDING ARMY. Look at how bad the Ron Paul's of this world have perverted the original structure of constitution. He wants freedoms a well manged society offered turned into more money in his pocket.
2007-10-14 12:49:25 · answer #2 · answered by Mister2-15-2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey there. I didnt check out the website and I didn't spend too much time on the quote but to me freedom here in the USA means we can to a large degree choose the job we want. In high school they taught us that the old Soviet Union would test people's IQ's and then TELL them (dictate to them) "Okay we're telling you you're going to do ___ job and you have no choice ... If you refuse we'll make your life a living hell." We don't have that here so that to me is one way you can define freedom in the USA
2007-10-14 12:00:19 · answer #3 · answered by Allergic To Eggs 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Freedom is about choice and how much you are given. the choice in America is great and the opportunity is immense, it's so disappointing to me that many Americans take that for granted here, the longer you live in this country the more immune they are to the privilege that is freedom.
2007-10-14 12:18:00 · answer #4 · answered by raycat97 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This quote is so true. The more government is in charge of the worse off we are. That is why we have seperate states so the federal government does not give too large.
2007-10-14 11:57:54 · answer #5 · answered by dbc 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Bill of Rights...
Amendment I
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
Amendment II
A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.
Amendment III
No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
Amendment IV
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
Amendment V
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
Amendment VI
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.
Amendment VII
In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
Amendment VIII
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Amendment IX
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
Amendment X
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people.
2007-10-14 12:07:05 · answer #6 · answered by The man in the back 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For me,,,FREEDOM, have more meanings,, You have freedom of speech, freedom to talk , freedom to voice out your feelings, freedom of doing things, and freedom of what you want to do in your life...
2007-10-14 12:02:22 · answer #7 · answered by ausleybabe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Freedom is just another word for nothing left to loose.
2007-10-14 11:58:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Freedom from fear, comes by supporting your government.
And not finding fault, and attacking the elected leader.
2007-10-14 12:01:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Freedom is just an illusion, and the sheeple are willing to be led to slaughter.
2007-10-14 12:04:56 · answer #10 · answered by wakemovement 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋