en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/413031 Comments by iconicfreedom http://www.tenthamendmentcenter.com/2009/11/16/health-care-and-the-fallacy-of-positive-rights/#IDComment43746278 A "Right" is intrinsic, you are born with it - no one can truly take it from you but government can attempt to limit your rights. No one can take your right to free speech, you have the ability to say, write, express as you wish - irrespective of whatever a government attempts to do. What we have a right to is the pursuit of happiness which Ben Franklin aptly noted is "an action of the self". It is up to you. You have the right to pursue a job, access to such pursuit is equality (the opportunity) not to the job itself. You have a right to purchase health care with the dollars you earn from that job, not demand it, as the article accurately points out, through the slavery of others. Your life is predicated on each choice you've made. You are where you are in life forged by a series of choices you personally made. If health care were important to you then you would have made choices by which to afford such or get your government out of regulations & controls which limit competition and drive up prices. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:32:36 +0000 http://www.tenthamendmentcenter.com/2009/11/16/health-care-and-the-fallacy-of-positive-rights/#IDComment43746278 http://biggovernment.com/chorner/2009/11/15/2010-the-kyoto-election/#IDComment43458879 Republicans can't offer credibility when it comes to science when they try and "prove" god existence - there isn't any, it's subjective opinion, which no freedom loving American would care about, it just can't be pushed onto others, thru courts or legislators or schools, otherwise, Republicans make a target for themselves losing the debate every time. Republicans are so good at self-evaluation & self-correction, it's control then manipulation that gets 'em into trouble because then it just seems like they are doing the same thing liberals are doing. Now, once on solid footing, demanding evidence from gorebal warmers & those who make the claims about climate change, especially the models/data utilized to "project", becomes an argument that really says, "put up or shut up" and reveals liberals as the frauds they are! It's a tall order, but it can happen. Cheers! Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:32:53 +0000 http://biggovernment.com/chorner/2009/11/15/2010-the-kyoto-election/#IDComment43458879 http://biggovernment.com/chorner/2009/11/15/2010-the-kyoto-election/#IDComment43458655 I agree that knowing the scientific method from hypothesis to theory to conclusion is extremely important. Here's the dilemma: Republicans hold "beliefs" about religion and existence for which they don't apply science - to them, a consensus has decided. It's the same that gorebal warmers do. Here's the solution: belief systems are personal & subjective; we don't argue such things because it belongs to the individual conscious mind to decide. Here's the problem: Republicans, most often Conservatives, want their beliefs favored in order to impose laws on marriage, education, etc. it's hypocritical Here's the solution: Republicans uphold limited government by advocating for government to get out of our personal lives, let free market innovation & creativity solve these issues so that each American can live his life as he sees fit, not imposing on others or asking for favor/entitlement. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:29:45 +0000 http://biggovernment.com/chorner/2009/11/15/2010-the-kyoto-election/#IDComment43458655 http://freedomwatchonfox.com/2009/10/21/10212009-freedom-watch-47-w-ron-paul-peter-schiff-andy-levy-cody-willard-jesse-kelly/10773/#IDComment39991959 With freedom comes responsibility. Americans are part of this world and if we uphold freedom of the individual, then so long as any human being is not free, America must prioritize those situations which are a threat to freedom and act. "Head in the sand" attitude is irresponsible. Hopefully that clarifies those points. Check out my blog or my homepage for my book, there's some info there, too. BTW - thanks for having a rational discussion - it's refreshing! : ) Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:49:44 +0000 http://freedomwatchonfox.com/2009/10/21/10212009-freedom-watch-47-w-ron-paul-peter-schiff-andy-levy-cody-willard-jesse-kelly/10773/#IDComment39991959 http://freedomwatchonfox.com/2009/10/21/10212009-freedom-watch-47-w-ron-paul-peter-schiff-andy-levy-cody-willard-jesse-kelly/10773/#IDComment39991953 Actually, the free market can manage the "social issues" of concern by getting gov't out of 'em to start with, then having Americans who are passionate about certain issues, create solutions that are funded & promoted with free market dollars; no more subsidies or gov't favoring the self-interests of others. Independents don't like war, and I agree, I'm not fond of it myself. However, I live in reality that in our development as a society there are people who want to kill Americans, there are people who want to enslave other human beings, commit genocide, et.al. and I agree, Barry the usurper! did you see the latest on Repubx.com? check it out. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:49:40 +0000 http://freedomwatchonfox.com/2009/10/21/10212009-freedom-watch-47-w-ron-paul-peter-schiff-andy-levy-cody-willard-jesse-kelly/10773/#IDComment39991953 http://freedomwatchonfox.com/2009/10/21/10212009-freedom-watch-47-w-ron-paul-peter-schiff-andy-levy-cody-willard-jesse-kelly/10773/#IDComment39972781 Independents become too "isolationist" when it comes to safety of the nation. Republicans can get this done; Conservatives cannot. Far too long conservatives brought social issues into the fray hoping to sway votes (we call that entitlement, btw) instead of holding to limited gov't, fiscal/personal responsibility, safety of the nation. Free Market solutions can solve these social issues with creativity and innovation, not through government imposing/infringing on Americans. If you're a conservative wanting gov't to control behavior (read: moralize) through legislation, then you're part of the problem because you're asking the same thing that liberals are - entitlement and favor for your opinions over others. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:11:15 +0000 http://freedomwatchonfox.com/2009/10/21/10212009-freedom-watch-47-w-ron-paul-peter-schiff-andy-levy-cody-willard-jesse-kelly/10773/#IDComment39972781 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/10/03/sen-burris-bush-cost-us-the-olympics/#IDComment37099801 For an administration that talked a lot about responsibility, they sure haven't shown much of it or taken any of it...of course, they just talked a lot about it, they didn't actually SAY they were going to be responsible...perhaps I didn't hear that message correctly. But what do I know as a typical white man. Sun, 4 Oct 2009 03:13:33 +0000 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/10/03/sen-burris-bush-cost-us-the-olympics/#IDComment37099801 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/10/03/sen-burris-bush-cost-us-the-olympics/#IDComment37099641 it's both: because he's black and because of President Bush...hmmm, there's more: and because we haven't passed universal healthcare, or gorebal warming legislation, and not removed all our guns, not redistributed wealth from the productive to the non-productive... I'm sure there are others we're missing. Sun, 4 Oct 2009 03:10:51 +0000 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/10/03/sen-burris-bush-cost-us-the-olympics/#IDComment37099641 http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/bighollywood/2009/09/22/breaking-nea-chairman-addresses-aug-10-conf-call/#IDComment35691388 I just love the contemptuous attitude of people where they can "release" their press statements and think that we should all just subjugate to it and be done with it. ............ Americans will not be bullied, we'll do as we damn please and if that means continuing the investigation of this trash, we'll do it! Who the F*ck! do these people think they are! THEY SERVE AT THE PLEASURE AND FINANCIAL GENEROSITY OF THE AMERICAN TAX PAYERS! THE ARROGANCE IS BREATHTAKING! Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:14:12 +0000 http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/bighollywood/2009/09/22/breaking-nea-chairman-addresses-aug-10-conf-call/#IDComment35691388 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/09/12/statement-from-bertha-lewis-acorn-chief-organizer/#IDComment34217266 "We are an organization committed to halting the foreclosure crisis and keeping people in their homes" YO BERTHA, this is done by people paying their bills. and when they can't pay their bills, then they lose their homes. their not entitled to purchase a home, only given opportunity. IT'S CALLED PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY - own your choices, don't make choices you can't respond to, don't make choices at a cost to others who didn't consent! Sun, 13 Sep 2009 01:47:10 +0000 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/09/12/statement-from-bertha-lewis-acorn-chief-organizer/#IDComment34217266 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/09/12/statement-from-bertha-lewis-acorn-chief-organizer/#IDComment34217173 It's always interesting to watch those who like to appear as victims, never take responsibility for their choices and their behavior. Pure observation of corruption, graft and fraud have been revealed about this organization. Instead of standing up and saying, "We at ACORN will not have our reputation smeared by employees who are acting against the law, enacting corruption and fostering graft. We will seek these people out in our organization and clean this mess up. As an organization that accepts tax payer dollars we are accountable to ALL AMERICANS and we will get to the bottom of this. We are grateful for your assistance in unmasking these issues"............instead it's blame, whine and cry.....have they called it racist yet? it's coming, ya know....let's see how many days before they call it racist..............PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY ACORN - GET SOME!......by the Bertha, the videos are edited FOR TIME - WE DON'T HAVE ALL DAY TO WASTE ON YOUR PEEPS! WE JUST GET TO THE FACTS! Sun, 13 Sep 2009 01:45:19 +0000 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/09/12/statement-from-bertha-lewis-acorn-chief-organizer/#IDComment34217173 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/09/10/limbaugh-makes-acornobama-connection/#IDComment33981762 How many years have these two ACORN employees or previous employees, been "consulting" with Americans, teaching them how to burn the system? The corruption in D.C. is astounding and breathtaking! Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:03:06 +0000 http://biggovernment.com/publius/2009/09/10/limbaugh-makes-acornobama-connection/#IDComment33981762 http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/bighollywood/2009/08/31/exclusive-carrie-prejean-takes-legal-action-against-miss-california-usa-officials/#IDComment32825183 It's starting to look like some religious people just enjoy feeling victim to society "publicly flogging" them "because of their religion and views" in order to feel martyred - guess they think that this will further their entrance into their heaven. Wed, 2 Sep 2009 00:13:27 +0000 http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/bighollywood/2009/08/31/exclusive-carrie-prejean-takes-legal-action-against-miss-california-usa-officials/#IDComment32825183 http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/bighollywood/2009/08/31/exclusive-carrie-prejean-takes-legal-action-against-miss-california-usa-officials/#IDComment32825048 There's nothing like fuel for the fire and the Conservatives are happy to provide it. Total hypocrisy. She had her free speech; no one silenced her; there's a conflating of two issues: did she have her free speech? YES. Did the company who hired her have issue with her contract related to her schedule? YES. Even if they did have an issue with her statement & fired her - too bad. If a Christian organization hired a woman who agreed that she would adhere to their standards & values, then went and got an abortion, they'd have every right to fire her. Oh, that's right - that did happen, in New York City and it was their prerogative to get rid of her. Either you uphold freedom & free speech or you are about control - which side are you on? Wed, 2 Sep 2009 00:11:10 +0000 http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/bighollywood/2009/08/31/exclusive-carrie-prejean-takes-legal-action-against-miss-california-usa-officials/#IDComment32825048 http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/abreitbart/2009/08/23/boycotting-the-boycotters/#IDComment31788079 If liberal means maximizing freedom, then once again dems prove that: LIBERAL DEMOCRATS ARE ANYTHING BUT LIBERAL! My friends and I shopped at Whole Foods this weekend and will continue. While their store does not offer all the items we prefer, there are enough items we can easily adjust our shopping habits to include! Freedom or Control - which side are you on? Mon, 24 Aug 2009 04:25:43 +0000 http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/abreitbart/2009/08/23/boycotting-the-boycotters/#IDComment31788079 http://libertymaven.com/2009/08/19/ron-paul-discusses-health-care-on-larry-king/6925/#IDComment31204764 * Gov't is regulating which is controlling - get 'em out of it * Any person who wants to start a charity where others can contribute & then those who don't have any insurance can go there and get it paid for - why do we need to extort ALL Americans * Tort reform to put a cap on these litigious lottery types * Allow larger high-risk pools nationwide which would lower rates * Make ALL medical cost transparent, just like our food is from one grocery store to the other All that's a start! Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:42:01 +0000 http://libertymaven.com/2009/08/19/ron-paul-discusses-health-care-on-larry-king/6925/#IDComment31204764 http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D9A4SU8G1#IDComment31062487 Libs - do yourself a favor and read John Lott - More Guns, Less Crime - you speak with contempt prior to investigation - get the facts, not your emotional molotov cocktail opinions thrown into a discussion. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 02:03:30 +0000 http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D9A4SU8G1#IDComment31062487 http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D9A4SU8G1#IDComment31062396 EXACTLY! SPOT ON! Tue, 18 Aug 2009 02:02:02 +0000 http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D9A4SU8G1#IDComment31062396 http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D9A4SU8G1#IDComment31062366 Of course some lib who doesn't want to carry a gun & protect self would be whining about someone who does. Responsible people carry weapons, either openly or concealed. You are required by AZ State Law to qualify through course work, shooting range & safety, test out within the course and go through an FBI Background Check. Just because liberals are unhinged and likely to go off on people and be irresponsible, doesn't mean Republicans, Conservatives or Independents will. Once again, liberals think that no one can be trusted and are too stupid to make their own choices; Liberals are anything but liberal! Tue, 18 Aug 2009 02:01:32 +0000 http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D9A4SU8G1#IDComment31062366 http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D99T32G00#IDComment29635079 Be sure to ask your representatives: "You say you won't support this while you're here, right now - but what will they promise you or threaten you with that will break you in order to get their way?" Thu, 6 Aug 2009 02:31:27 +0000 http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D99T32G00#IDComment29635079