A recent WSJ op-ed piece was titled “What Are Republicans For?” This question — “[r]ather than what are they ‘against’ — rampant crime (mostly in cities), lack of border control/management, progressive giveaway programs, etc.” — deserves a simple, direct answer, and none of the party leaders seems to be providing it.
This excerpt from the op-ed captures the essence of Joseph Epstein’s piece.
Joseph Epstein, the author, cites English philosopher Roger Scruton:
“Those tasks that only governments can perform — defense of the realm, the maintenance of law and order, the repair of infrastructure, and the coordination of relief in emergencies — are forced to compete for their budgets with activities that free citizens, left to themselves, might have managed far more efficiently through the association of volunteers, backed up when necessary by private insurance.” …
Scruton continues, “Conservatism should be a defense of government against its abuse by liberals” … and closes with “[t]he true message of the Republican Party, then, is not that it is the enemy of government but the advocate of a far better government, one that is both necessary and yet comports with the freedom of the citizens.”
All Politicians have their hands in the Honey Pots of their ” Budgets” our tax money. They have supporters to pay back with deals, contracts, and favors to return to further their perceived successes right under our noses. It’s laughable to think that this nation will be rebuilt by righteous volunteers with community projects and soup kitchens of faith. That’s a Liberal Dream. Anyone that has traveled the first world and come back and realized how broken down dirty and crime-ridden this country has become compared to other Modern and up kept countries where shopping driving and crime is not the national pastime. Where people value their cultural heritage and institutions and shared spaces where they don’t feel like they have to arm themselves to partake safely in life and civilization. Biden’s babblings and Trump’s gilded double talk will not save us. I don’t even think at this point we can save ourselves.
Republicans are for Americans first, respect for First Responders, obey our laws, if you do the crime do the time, not a free pass. They listen to all sides even those that disagree and follow the letter of our laws. Protect our country and our borders. If their are epidemics make sure anyone coming in this country has the right paper work, tests + shots, that they meet the right requirements to become citizens before they can vote.That they work to receive a pay check no free loaders. This way we stand strong & will be respected by all within and abroad.
They better TOUGHEN UP & get some Backbone !!!! Weed out the RINOS !!!!