Study constitution to keep politicians playing by the rules
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Editor,
Do you remember playing a new game with a friend and they would tell you the rules of the game as you were playing? If their objective was to win, do you think you would be really getting a fair shake? Did it seem there were also two sets of rules?
I believe that is what is happening in Washington politics these days. The difference is there are a clear set of rules in place and it is called the Constitution and we do have the ability to study those rules. Also, the politicians are required to abide by the same rules as us.
Years ago, the people understood the Constitution and our politicians were held in check. In the 1800s, a Frenchman named Alexis de Tocqueville was amazed at how well the American people understood and participated in their role in government. I am happy to see evidence that people are again getting involved in learning the Constitution, but we need numbers before our voices will be heard.
The Constitution was called “The People’s Document.” It was brief, precise, and easily read. Copies can be obtained many places and you can study online or participate with local groups like Citizens Acting for Liberty, The Flathead Freedom Action Rally group, or Brushfires of Freedom. When there are enough of us who understand these simple rules and speak out, then we can hold the politicians accountable.
Andrew Speer
Polson
