There is no greater force on planet earth, than an ambitious individual, with an idea that he/she is determined to see through to the end. Opportunity that is ripe for the taking, it is everywhere but one must know what it looks like, how it smells, tastes, and most importantly, how to snag it when time comes. However, in today's society, you must also know how to navigate through the rolls and rolls of red tape in order to pursue your goals. America used to be the land of opportunity, is has now been reduced to the land of "free stuff". But this free ride comes at a price, as the individual. is taken out of the equation. and a collectivist mentality has taken over our Federal government, and its policies reflect this communist ideology. If that weren't bad enough ,Christianity and patriotism are now seen as offensive, while we bow down to Islam, and to atheists, while the moral fabric of our country, is ripped to shreds.
America was founded on the concept of individual responsibility. The idea that a person, with the right idea at the right time, could change the world. Allowing an idea go as far as possible, with no limitations. That is gone now, the biggest ideas, and most successful companies, are now challenged with trying to find a road to continued success, despite government intrusion, regulations, and what is now the highest corporate tax rate in the world at 39%. Ayn Rand tried to warn us, when she wrote the inspirational story of John Galt. She was starting to see the direction that we were heading, and knew in her heart where we would ultimately end up if we did not change course. What are the advantages of unleashing the miracle, that is the individual. What are the dangers of collectivism, and how can history teach us to embrace freedom, and as a society, reject the temptation to demand confiscation of wealth from those that already contribute so much. We must realize, that the "greater good", as it is pitched to us by progressives, is neither great, nor good. The useful idiots, that march for causes that they fail to understand fully, are the foot soldiers for this communist push, that has been rearing its ugly head as of late.
What is the major difference, between a private business, and a government run agency, or government service (ie, student loans)? Competition. The private sector, is driven by competition. A company is forced to fine tune their product, and the marketing that they use to sell it to the masses, by convincing the consumer, that they cannot get anything like it, anywhere else. The race to be on top, keeps everything moving, and encourages a company, large or small, to always strive to be one up on the competitor. Everything from the product itself, to the price of said product, and even the salary in the form of hourly pay or benefits that you offer your employees. All of this comes into play, when trying to best the competition. A government run operation, local, state or otherwise ,is usually managing or operating something, that is funded with taxpayer money, and typically includes some form of public service or benefit. These government entities are typically the only game in town. Services such as parks and recreation, fire dept, police or utilities such as water management. These local government run services do not have any incentive to perform or operate efficiently, and many times the service that they are supposed to be providing, is not done up to standards because they have no standards. No competition means, doing just enough to get by and sometimes not doing enough at all. If the consumer doesn't have the ability to take their business elsewhere, then the service that they are getting is probably not that great. Especially if the said service is a basic neccessity, such as running water. These employees are usually paid high wages, and have great benefits. They do not rely on efficiency, as it is not necessary, in order to operate, or make payroll They do not have to best anyone. Even our passenger rail system now under the name Amtrak, is federally funded.
You're probably wondering what this leads to, and why I am bringing attention to it. First example, water management; in most cities, fluoride is added to running water. They say it is good for our teeth. Maybe true if you are going to rinse and spit, not so good if you are drinking the water. State control water, also gives certain people in positions of power, the ability to ration this life necessity. They are doing it in California as we speak. Department of Agriculture, REALLY? We need government thugs to oversee farming in this country? Give me a break! These power grabs all lead to the end game of the collectivist movement. That being a totalitarian state.
What is the reason for a person, to give up essential liberties? Laziness, insecurity, the need to feel protected at all times, or at least have the illusion of being protected, through the government's use of propaganda. Sir John Harington once said,"Treason doth never prosper: what's the reason? For if it prosper, none dare call it treason". This quote is very relevant in today's world and with the current state of our elected officials, and the power that they possess, as a result of total media control, use of propaganda, and bully tactics, that have come to emulate Nazi style intimidation, against those who disagree with or question the regime. The treasonous acts being carried out by the administration are overlooked not only by the average citizen, but the media also. People are becoming more and more complicit with the state's use of force and fear,to rob Americans of their God given rights. The IRS is a good example of this. If you are seen as a threat, you get audited. The NSA used as a tool, in order to create reasons for people to "keep their mouth shut".. WE are living in scary times, Orwell's 1984 and Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged were warnings, that we failed to see as relevant, but have turned into prophetic works that have an almost Nostradamus type predictions within. The "individual", is the key to prosperity, higher standard of living, and overall happiness in ones life. If we embrace this idea of personal responsibilty, we can once again unlock the power of the individual, and unleash potential that is present in all of us.
America was founded on the concept of individual responsibility. The idea that a person, with the right idea at the right time, could change the world. Allowing an idea go as far as possible, with no limitations. That is gone now, the biggest ideas, and most successful companies, are now challenged with trying to find a road to continued success, despite government intrusion, regulations, and what is now the highest corporate tax rate in the world at 39%. Ayn Rand tried to warn us, when she wrote the inspirational story of John Galt. She was starting to see the direction that we were heading, and knew in her heart where we would ultimately end up if we did not change course. What are the advantages of unleashing the miracle, that is the individual. What are the dangers of collectivism, and how can history teach us to embrace freedom, and as a society, reject the temptation to demand confiscation of wealth from those that already contribute so much. We must realize, that the "greater good", as it is pitched to us by progressives, is neither great, nor good. The useful idiots, that march for causes that they fail to understand fully, are the foot soldiers for this communist push, that has been rearing its ugly head as of late.
What is the major difference, between a private business, and a government run agency, or government service (ie, student loans)? Competition. The private sector, is driven by competition. A company is forced to fine tune their product, and the marketing that they use to sell it to the masses, by convincing the consumer, that they cannot get anything like it, anywhere else. The race to be on top, keeps everything moving, and encourages a company, large or small, to always strive to be one up on the competitor. Everything from the product itself, to the price of said product, and even the salary in the form of hourly pay or benefits that you offer your employees. All of this comes into play, when trying to best the competition. A government run operation, local, state or otherwise ,is usually managing or operating something, that is funded with taxpayer money, and typically includes some form of public service or benefit. These government entities are typically the only game in town. Services such as parks and recreation, fire dept, police or utilities such as water management. These local government run services do not have any incentive to perform or operate efficiently, and many times the service that they are supposed to be providing, is not done up to standards because they have no standards. No competition means, doing just enough to get by and sometimes not doing enough at all. If the consumer doesn't have the ability to take their business elsewhere, then the service that they are getting is probably not that great. Especially if the said service is a basic neccessity, such as running water. These employees are usually paid high wages, and have great benefits. They do not rely on efficiency, as it is not necessary, in order to operate, or make payroll They do not have to best anyone. Even our passenger rail system now under the name Amtrak, is federally funded.
You're probably wondering what this leads to, and why I am bringing attention to it. First example, water management; in most cities, fluoride is added to running water. They say it is good for our teeth. Maybe true if you are going to rinse and spit, not so good if you are drinking the water. State control water, also gives certain people in positions of power, the ability to ration this life necessity. They are doing it in California as we speak. Department of Agriculture, REALLY? We need government thugs to oversee farming in this country? Give me a break! These power grabs all lead to the end game of the collectivist movement. That being a totalitarian state.
What is the reason for a person, to give up essential liberties? Laziness, insecurity, the need to feel protected at all times, or at least have the illusion of being protected, through the government's use of propaganda. Sir John Harington once said,"Treason doth never prosper: what's the reason? For if it prosper, none dare call it treason". This quote is very relevant in today's world and with the current state of our elected officials, and the power that they possess, as a result of total media control, use of propaganda, and bully tactics, that have come to emulate Nazi style intimidation, against those who disagree with or question the regime. The treasonous acts being carried out by the administration are overlooked not only by the average citizen, but the media also. People are becoming more and more complicit with the state's use of force and fear,to rob Americans of their God given rights. The IRS is a good example of this. If you are seen as a threat, you get audited. The NSA used as a tool, in order to create reasons for people to "keep their mouth shut".. WE are living in scary times, Orwell's 1984 and Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged were warnings, that we failed to see as relevant, but have turned into prophetic works that have an almost Nostradamus type predictions within. The "individual", is the key to prosperity, higher standard of living, and overall happiness in ones life. If we embrace this idea of personal responsibilty, we can once again unlock the power of the individual, and unleash potential that is present in all of us.