FOR THE PEOPLE
The Strange Collaboration of Spirituality and Politics
Knowing When To Celebrate
When I first introduced the idea of a blog entitled, FOR THE PEOPLE, I gave an example of the one of the areas we would explore. I contemplated the consciousness of the founding fathers of our country and the creators of our Constitution. They created a new form of government. Undoubtedly, they brought with them varied opinions, strong opinions, but eventually they created something new.
Their process wasn’t compromise; it was something greater—it was creativity. In fact, I believe that what the founding fathers created, the Constitution, demands ongoing creativity. It calls for the American people to elect members to Congress who can mold varied and, in some instances opposing viewpoints, into something new. Our government does not work without creativity.
One of the challenges in America today is that many of the elected members of Congress are unwilling to accept their responsibility to follow in the footsteps of the founding fathers and to be creators. Opinions—that’s all they are—are considered gospel, some kind of canon never to be altered. One party tries to dominate another and fulfill their agenda even though the structure of our three branches of government calls for differing viewpoints to be molded into something new FOR THE PEOPLE.
I am convinced that one of my over 5000 Facebook friends can help with what I am about to propose. We need to become aware not only of each member of Congress’ voting record, (this is readily available) but to be aware of our creators. Who has co-sponsored bills with members of their own party? Who has reached across the aisle and co-sponsored a bill(s) with a member of the other party? What are the parameters that enable the voting public to determine who can uphold and protect the integrity of the Constitution?
Dear friends, we need to identify the creators who understand this vital foundation principle of the Constitution. These creators are to be re-elected. Those who fail to uphold this aspect of the Constitution do not deserve our vote. It is in our hands. It is always in our hands.
One final thought about celebration and when it is appropriate… Recently the House of Representative passed legislation to alter the Affordable Care Act. A win, a victory was proclaimed. A win for whom? A victory for whom? There was a celebration, and yet nothing had come into being FOR THE PEOPLE. No law was passed. The celebration was not FOR THE PEOPLE of the United States. The members of Congress celebrated themselves.
You see, when you assume the mantel of a member of Congress, it is paramount that you know when to celebrate. You celebrate only when something has been accomplished FOR THE PEOPLE.
So I ask, “Is there anyone reading this blog who has the skills to compile a record of members of Congress who are creators and those who are not. Such a document would certainly guide me in my responsibility to vote to uphold and protect a vital founding principle of the Constitution—creativity.
May the consciousness expressed in this the first official blog of FOR THE PEOPLE be a guiding ideal in the coming days.
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First of all I would like to say fantastic blog! I had a quick question in which I’d like to ask if you don’t mind. I was curious to know how you center yourself and clear your head before writing. I’ve had a tough time clearing my mind in getting my thoughts out there. I truly do enjoy writing however it just seems like the first 10 to 15 minutes tend to be wasted simply just trying to figure out how to begin. Any ideas or hints? Many thanks!
First let me say that if the first 10 to 15 minutes seem chaotic, it is certainly ok. We each have our own process for writing and the truth is that most writing is re-writing. In other words, we don’t arrive where we want to be without much revision. As for me and the centering…I take days to let some idea move within me. I think about it and see if it will take on a life of its own. And, in the case of FOR THE PEOPLE, I maintain the high watch and refuse to plummet into anything less than looking at events, etc. from a spiritual perspective. I may not always succeed, but this is what I try to do…stand on the mountain and see what I can see. Hope this helps.FOR THE PEOPLE, Jim
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Thank you for the encouraging words. Take a look at the most recent blogs (perhaps you have already) and let me and those following the blog know your thoughts. FOR THE PEOPLE, Jim
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