Definition of a Tyrant: A leader, who exercises unlawful authority, or lawful authority in an unlawful manner.
“Tyrant” is what the Founding Fathers described England’s King George in 1776. We can say that it also describes our government of 2012.
The Founding Fathers framed the U.S. Constitution to control the sinful passions of man and their government. And one of the responsibilities of our federal government is to defend our Constitution, freedoms and liberties, not destroy them.
If someone from 100 years ago were to come back today, he would be shocked and ask what country is this? This can’t be America.
While Americans concern themselves with the economy and rising oil prices, many will vote on the candidate who offers them the greater financial reward, putting their wallet ahead of morals.
Some issues considered political in nature are nothing more than biblical issues that have been dragged into the political arena. Abortion, sexual immorality, traditional marriage are not matters to be decided by a political opinion. God has already voted on these agendas, and He has clearly instructed His people to follow His example. What is important to the God of the Bible should be important to us. Everyone’s campaign theme should be to “honor God.”
Most of us can agree that our country is a mess. There may be many reasons, but the root cause comes from a moral decay brought about by our total rejection of God.
America needs to change direction, and that can only come from a revival that starts with repentance. The problem in America is not a political problem; it’s a spiritual problem called sin. The Bible says in Psalm 33:12; Blessed is the nation whose God is the lord.
— Ken Blinco
Shipshewana
Letters to the Editor
Bad government is a product of not seeking God
- Letters to the Editor
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Nazi flag is no laughing matter
An article in the The Elkhart Truth (June 13) appeared with this headline, “What would you do if your neighbor flew a Nazi flag?”
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God with U.S. since the beginning
It’s no coincidence that virtually every state constitution honors God in their preambles and mentions God in sections that refer to religious freedom. Several of the religious freedom sections mention Christianity specifically.
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Will be glad when President Obama ‘has went’
I once heard of a little boy who had a habit of saying, “I have went.”
One day the teacher made him stay after school and write, “I have gone” 500 times on the blackboard. -
‘Thank you’ doesn’t say enough
It weighs heavy on my heart to read about the recent transportation budget cuts for the Goshen High School music and athletic departments. I certainly understand that difficulties arise and appropriate cuts have to be made. This is not a letter of argument, but of encouragement.
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Businesses step up for Chamberlain
The Chamberlain Elementary School PTO is so proud of and thankful for the support of Goshen businesses. Because of their help, Chamberlain was able to provide a successful Fun Night for the students and patrons of their school.
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An open letter to Joe Donnelly and Dan Coats
I am writing to encourage you to support the bipartisan immigration bill crafted by the so-called “Gang of Eight” senators: four Republicans, four Democrats.
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Be proud of the Goshen Redskins
We can become riled up about various things and the Redskins idea for change is really one that I believe should be very low on the totem pole of problems or suggestions to take issue with.
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Nickname issue is not dead yet
With the Chief statue being returned to the gym at Goshen High School, most would feel that the battle was won. But this fight over Goshen’s mascot and nickname is far from over. The fact of the matter is, had it not been for social media the administration might not have received the backlash that it did from the public. But if this plays out like many issues in our society do, within a few weeks or months this issue will lose public interest. I would like to offer encouragement against that.
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Country is headed for a big loss
I am a conservative, liberty-minded individual who works politically through the Republican Party. Over the years the party that claims to hold up leaders like Barry Goldwater and Ronald Reagan has slowly morphed into an ever so slightly lighter version of the Democratic Party.
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It’s time to choose another nickname
I didn’t grow up with an iconic mascot. It’s hard to get attached to a “comet.” So, it’s hard for me to relate to the outrage people in Goshen feel about the removal of the mascot from the gym and the possible loss of their team name.
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