Ministry of Love

The Ministry of Love, like the other ministries, is ironically named, since it is largely responsible for the practice and infliction of misery, fear, suffering, and hate. In a sense, however, the term is accurate, since its ultimate purpose is to instill love of Big Brother in the minds of thoughtcriminals.
-Wikipedia. "Ministry of Love."

America's current administration will accept nothing else but unconditional love from its subjects. Incidentally, and avoiding racial derrogatives, is President Obama not the epitome of blackwhite? He's neither, yet somehow both, and is convinced it is relevant and irrelevant at the same time. Furthermore, his administration is on the hunt for thoughtcriminals. Last week, the White House issued a statement encouraging loyal followers of the administration to report any specific news, to include names and contact information, of opposition to the proposed healthcare plan directly to the White House via email. Paraphrase? Sure. Big Brother is spying on you. Right now.

The ultimate goal, it would seem, is Utopia. And the Party refuses to see the opposition to forced conformity. Instead, they continue to ramrod an agenda into America's circulatory system, intentionally oblivious to the past, to morals, and to sound judgement; all melted down and liquified in the name of control. Orwell etched out a loose prophecy for this when he wrote 1984. But, in a time when literature is sacrificed for MTV and internet webcams (striking resemblance to the Telescreen & Bradbury's Parlor Walls), fictional stories containing a message are passed over. Thus unable to learn from this form of history, an unaware society elected to power a veritable Big Brother government under the assumption of historical revolution. Almost immediately, the lies began and Americans are now in denial and dispute over realities. The leaders we have put into place run disinformation and propaganda, claiming the voice of dissent by the American people - for whom these leaders work - is spreading disinformation and propaganda. As always, a line is drawn in the sand and a choice must be made: in whom to believe. Amidst random relevant statements to keep your interest, I will explain my opinions on conservatism versus liberalism.

First and foremost, I feel it necessary to establish awareness that I am a veteran of the United States military and earned my honorable discharge after eight total years of duty. I therefore consider my personal views on the shape and direction of this country as relevant and somewhat informed. That being said, please check yourself if even for a moment you question my patriotism.

For nearly two years, I have been addicted to talk radio and to the various news channels. This does include progressive programs as well, so my observations are not one-sided. When I search for information on the net, I seek both sides of the story there, as well. In this particular post, though, you will find what may become heated opinions I have on these topics. In advance, I apologize if I anger you but it's also my intent to do so. As an American, a veteran, and a patriot with obviously limited ability to interact with society, I feel this is one of my duties as a citizen participating in the betterment of our national community. You will either be fiercly opposed to what I have to say, or you will find inspiration in my words. Either way you will have an opinion, you may or may not give voice to it, and my purpose for writing will be justified.

In my January 26th, 2009 post, I gave a very basic summary of my interpretation of American government as intended by establishment of independence. Here and now, I'd like to go into a little more depth starting with Conservatism. Conservatives appear, to the general society which knows no better, to be sluggish and unwilling to adapt to an ever-changing world in which we live. On the contrary, I believe Conservatives are sensative to the changing needs of America for one simple fact: a Conservative holds highest in his societal responsibilities his duty to contribute to the overall well-being and survival of the founding doctrine. In short, the Conservative conducts himself politically and in a business sense according to the guidelines set forth in the Constitution. He sees the necessity in the prosperity of the free market and individualism, which when both are functioning correctly, help to promote necessary reform to satisfy those who are less financially fortunate. Individualism and the free market both require a limited government, one whose primary function is the protection of those whom it serves. Conservatism does not support massive government expansion, especially when funded by unending increases in taxes. Liberals, on the other hand, strive for large government funded by taxpayers' bottomless pockets.

Liberals are almost 180 degrees opposite the principles of Conservatism. As displayed by the past several months of administration, Democrats appear to seek two objectives: secure control over Republicans and founding doctrine, and ensure facetime or praise for securing said control. Liberals also appear to be motivated by emotion over reason, hence commonly referred to as "ideologues." This causes them to overshoot their own "progressive" goals because they want radical change or nothing. They are children tugging at coattails, screaming for lollipops, or bullies that resort to name-calling when things don't go their way. Generally speaking, Democrats haven't served their country in many capacities beyond their own gains. Looking backward, the last Democratic President to have served in the military was John F. Kennedy. Clinton, though arguably effective in some capacity as President, did not serve. There is actually speculation that he was a draft-dodger for the Vietnam War. John Kerry did not win the 2004 election, but did Naval service in the Vietnam era. I applaud him for that, but even the one year of active duty and his alleged achievements are shrouded in conspiracy. And he sat in Inactive duty for eight years just so he could be a member of Congress. Which would leave one to think that maybe his military participation was premeditated for reasons of image. Obama has never served. I have a problem with that. Dad never gives you the keys to the Corvette on a Friday night if you've never driven the damned thing.

Political race runners naturally paint their best face and dance in the limelight, that's understood. It's always been the way of politics - promise plenty and somewhat follow-through to keep the people happy. In the politics of late, there has been a distinct straying from principle and a static cling to image. Both parties are guilty, I'm well aware. But they are finding out in the administration of "transparency," looking cool and speaking well don't get you very far. Americans can see through you. You need principles. I, and apparently a growing majority of Americans, are grasping that concept extremely well.

As I see it, our government should be centrist with a strong respect and defense of what the forefathers created; therefore, mildly conservative. Both the Democratic & Republican parties should be idea banks, that's it. They do not belong in our daily lives, they do not belong in our homes and in our bodies. A president should not be biased toward either party, and should reflect the will and interests of Americans. There should be no media control, no favoritism, no propaganda, no fearmongering. This government, this country...needs reform. Not plastic surgery. A doctor does not treat a child with a cold by medicating him for bubonic plague and removing a lung.

In closing, I will summarize: Democrats need to ascend from puberty and quit lying to us. Go back to being a voice of new ideas - that, not dictatorship - is what's needed. Republicans need to return to principles and stand up for them. We do not need to be made to love the Party and Big Brother, they need to love us.

Now...give me your Two Minutes' Hate.