The first three words of our Constitution make it clear who is supposed to be in charge: “We the people.” Our Republic only works when the citizens take an active and engaged role in civic life. As the ancient Israelites learned, the blessings of self-government only flow when the people are actively vigilant.
Too many Texas Republicans have adopted the showmanship of Donald Trump without embracing his commitment to delivering on promises.
For liberty to thrive, citizens must know how to effectively sharpen each other to the benefit of our republic.
As a self-governing people, we must know our limits.
When people decide they are willing to lose everything rather than live as serfs, that is when tyrants quiver and fall.
