"The philosophy of the school room in one generation will be the philosophy of government in the next." - Abraham Lincoln
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ELECTION 101: Party Platforms Matter
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"Whenever the people are well informed, they can be trusted with their own government; that whenever things get so far wrong as to attract their notice, they can be relied on to set them to rights." -Thomas Jefferson
What is happening to our country?
If there ever were a time to go into the voting booth with eyes wide open, November 3 of 2020 is that time. The past few months have been an unfolding drama of lawlessness in the streets, anti-American curricula planned for the schools, and overt attacks on foundational beliefs that most Americans hold dear. The upheaval has been swift and destructive, leading many to wonder how anyone either in or seeking an elected leadership position would not speak out forcefully against the carnage.
Some Democrat leaders of the affected cities have either actively called on the police to stand down, or they have decided not to publicly condemn the burning, looting, and murdering in their cities. Many Republicans, on the other hand, have called for a return to law and order, expressing concern not only for residents and business owners but also for the first responders who are risking their lives trying to help injured people and protect property.
Are these dichotomous responses indicative of the philosophies of these leaders' political parties, or are they simply personal views that have nothing to do with party affiliation? A comparison of the Republican and Democrat party platforms can provide much-needed information about the worldviews and intentions of current leaders and those who might be elected on November 3.
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| Added Resources to Help YOU Decide |
| Why the Electoral College? |
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| Trent England talks about Saving the Electoral College - Eagle Council 2019 - Washington, D.C. |
Or, listen to Eagle Forum's Engage podcast as Trent England explains why we have an Electoral College, and its vital importance to our nation's elections. Click here to tune in! |
Mike Huckabee has created The Kids Guide To The Presidential Election along with online streaming of Learn Our History's
Election Day: Choosing Our President video lesson and digital workbook. You just pay $1.00 for shipping and processing for the Kids Guide. Click here to learn more!
More Teaching Moments
During an end of the summer visit, Julia Warton, Eagle Forum's National Field and Programs Director, took the opportunity to share with her eight and ten year old grandchildren Carla D'Addessi's book about the importance of voting wisely from a Biblical perspective. "The kids were very interested, engaged, and later shared what they had learned about choosing good candidates, policies, and why with everyone at dinner." she said. Afterwards, they asked if they could accompany their parents on November 3 to the polls, and their dad enthusiastically replied, "Yes!"
Carla D'Addesi was inspired by her Grandmother to begin writing. Her 'Julia' children's series has been widely praised by our nation's most prominent families and leaders. Her books celebrate family and life on every page.
Carla gives a portion of her proceeds to local pregnancy centers and national Pro-life organizations to protect babies. Click here to learn more about Carla and how you may purchase her books.
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Editor: Pat Daugherty, Ed.D.
Associate Editor: Julia Warton
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