Fear of Government(s)

The 4th of July has come and gone, marking the 248th year since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Ironically, we fear our elected government officials, as they are supposed to “derive their power from the consent of the governed” but often violate this principle.

The government aims to foster societies where every human feels safe and secure regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or other identification.

The looming presidential election is a source of significant concern for all Americans. The choice between Biden and Trump is far from ideal, as both seem to disregard the principles of the Declaration of Independence. They appear to prioritize their interests over those of the people who elected them, akin to dogs loyal to whoever provides them with the bones. Biden needs to step down; we have had enough of him; we certainly do not want Trump, as he will be creating chaos and not peace within. We need a peaceful America that focuses on prosperity and lets people have the freedom our Constitution assures.

The US Supreme Court's decision is dangerous, as it gives a model of immunity to violators worldwide. Courts around the world look up to the US Supreme Court for a sense of justice, and now the same courts will grant immunity to tyrants like Netanyahu, Modi, and others. Should the violator go scot-free? It is like giving immunity to Idi Amin, Hitler, and the like.

Our leaders must heed the example set by George Washington, who declined to seek a third term. He was not power hungry; he came, served, stabilized the nation, and left. Unlike him, both these candidates seem determined to cling to power. What kind of legacy will they leave behind? Will America become a place where some feel safe and secure while others are threatened?

America’s greatness has come because of our freedoms; neither candidate cares for human rights and freedom. It is a shame if we reelect them.

Additionally, looking at our allies like the UK, Israel, India, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and several others, they were all governed by power-thirsty individuals who did not care about their people but cared about their whims. Fortunately, two corrections are happening to restore common sense centrist governments now. The public in India and the UK have kicked out the extremist leaders, and we hope the people of Israel, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia will follow suit.

REFLECT ON THIS DECLARATION

"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.—That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed,—That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness." ?

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