Monthly Archives: July 2022

Will there be another Independence Day celebration?

We know, here at TPOL, that is a weird question to ask. But based on what happened this Monday, it occurred to several people. The spectacle of yet another insane piece of garbage going out and killing six and wounding … Continue reading

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Enemies of liberty – a bit of history and current events

As lovers of liberty, we must know our enemies. The enemies of liberty. A key part of the modern American imperial system which tries to rule this planet (and as much of the Solar System as possible) is the “financial … Continue reading

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Guest commentary: 2022 Declaration of Independence

A modern rendition of the classic from a great pair of writers, and a couple of additions! By John and Nisha Rutherford Declare your independence, America! There comes a time when a populace must stand united and say “enough is … Continue reading

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Declaring independence – personally

Although we think of independence and secession as a group action – this is really NOT the case. As Tom Knapp recently pointed out, NO “institution” or “government” or “organization” really does anything except through the actions of individuals. Even … Continue reading

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A few thoughts about that “evil thing” called secession

Publisher’s Note: Today, 2 July 2022, is the 247th Anniversary of what we consider the correct Independence Day for the thirteen nations of British North America that became the first United States of America. It has long been a tradition … Continue reading

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Our “sacred documents” – looking back at failure?

As Americans honor Independence Day, we tend to concentrate on the Declaration of Independence, one of our fundamental founding documents, and considered sacred by many – even inspired by God. Another of those is, of course, the US Constitution. However, … Continue reading

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