When onlookers asked Ben Franklin what sort of government the constitutional convention had produced, he told them "A republic, if you can keep it." Well, we haven't. We no longer live in a constitutional republic. Full Story »
Posted by Melva Hackney
Dead on commentary for the lackluster federal government we have in our midst today. The Dead Parrot Skit has no relevance except as counterpoint to our democracy's current state. I did find the essay biting, however it is not undeserved. All branches of government have checked out over the takeover by the presidents office. The actions of the executive branch, the fear of the legislative branch of the negative reaction of the population if they are seen as one iota as supporting terrorists by the media... this place is hopeless - and the essay brings that home with a vengance. Enjoy !
