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We are our own worst energy
The Gazette Opinion Staff
Oct. 9, 2013 1:41 pm
Remember Pogo, the possum from the comic strip? He spoke these words of wisdom, “We have met the enemy and he is us.” Could it be that we are our worst enemy?
Humans are creatures of habit and one way to be a winner is to cultivate good habits. One good habit we need to cultivate is speaking clearly and cleanly so we don't have to check who is listening before we speak. We should not need to watch our mouth continually.
There are Chinese who have boasted that China will take America without firing a shot. They pretty well control the Panama Canal, so they are on the move. It is only a matter of time if we continue on the path we are following as a nation.
The black family was very strong. It withstood slavery. It withstood poverty. But it has not survived the federal relief programs. There are all kinds of statistics to show that the black family is becoming extinct. And the white family is not far behind.
What to do? Get your house in order. Practice speaking and thinking respectfully. Support office holders at every level who advocate “the least government is the best government.”
Frederick Steinbron
Jesup
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