Glenn Beck Presents: Fundamental Transformation

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Great show!

Here is what concerns me regarding the “fundamental transformation” that is currently taking place in America. Since the end of the Reagan era in 1988, there have been essentially three primary political administrations, the Clinton era (1992 – 2000); the Bush era (2000-2008); and the Obama period (2008 – present). Note, I do not include the 1st Bush, George H., as I consider his administration basically a shadow of Reagan's. So, if we consider these three primary administrations there is one factor that predominates: all three presidents, are progressive in their agendas. All three sought to increase the role and influence of government in the lives of Americans. Clinton was only thwarted in his attempts by the “Republican Revolution of 1994.” George W. Bush, through national crisis, put in place the “Patriot Act”, arguably for national security – but the policy remains. And, in the economic crisis that mired Bush's final four years of office he was, forced to abandon “free-market principles to save the free-market system.” Obama building on what Bush established, has radically expanded the scale, scope, and size of government, with no intent on rescinding intrusive policies that have fundamentally transformed and shifted the American Republic closer than anytime in this nation's history towards European socialism, which is precisely the Progressive paradigm.

But I see alarming indicators that as this president has not only seized unparalled, and unconstitutional powers for the Executive Branch of government, but his agenda may in fact lead us closer to some form of Marxist dictatorship. I hope I am wrong here, but what if some form of significant crisis, much more severe than 9-11 occurred (i.e. Iran dumps a nuclear bomb, and plunges the Middle East into a full scale war, or a total collapse of the American and world economies). Remember, FDR's unprecedented third and fourth terms of office were “justified” due to the crisis of leadership during WW II. Even though we have a Constitutional admendment preventing a president from serving more than two terms, we are witnessing the “fundamental transformation” of this country from a Constitutional Republic, based largely on the belief that our Constitution is outdated and obsolete for a 21st century America. So I think all bets are off on this.

Secondly, if Conservatives and Constitutionalists (which I consider myself) believe that the Progressives, Socialist, and yes Marxist/Communist who have grown in power and influence over the past twenty years are just going to suddenly say, “oh, we get it, we are wrong, we're sorry, we won't do it again,” WAKE UP! These groups and individuals have absolutely zero intention of willingly letting go of the reigns of power in this country – they're in control! And if you think that voting out the “bums” who are currently running this country is going to radically shift the balance of power towards a more Constitutional Republic – think again!

Americans are essentially divided population wise in regards to political ideology similar to the conditions that existed prior to American Revolution. Roughly (these are loose percentages) 1/3 are Conservative/Constitutionalist/Libertarian/Republican, another 1/3 is Progressive/Socialist, Marxist/Democrat, and the other 1/3 falls in the Independent and non-ininvolved. We are in an ideological war right now in this country, and the mounting social, political, and economic pressures we are faced with could easily turn this ideological war into something much worse, something I am extremely hesistant to say even writing this. The climate is right for civil unrest in this country. Like the atmosphere that led up to the American Revolution, and the defining separation of North and South in our Civil War, can we escape a similar fate? Can Conservatives and Progressives live in harmony in this country? Is there any way to mediate a solution that is acceptable to both? One side cries out for restoration, the other transformation. The battle lines are clearly drawn.

As a Christian I hope and pray that we can somehow find avenues that will once again unite us as a country and not divide us to the point of disjointing, plunging us into civil war or a violent revolutionary attempt to take the reigns of power. I try to remain optimistic, but the more I see our country heading down the road towards Socialism or worse a Marxist dictatorship, I am led to conclude that a peaceful conclusion may not be possible for us – I truly hope I am wrong.

I have sensed the winds of change blowing in this country for over six years now. I believe we are on the leading edge of a storm of hurricane proportions in this country that will shake it to its very foundations, and the outcome is not clear at the moment. I would like to believe that liberty and freedom will prevail, but I am no longer certain. Why? Because I have come to seriously question the majority of American's resolve to do the things necessary to preserve our Republic. I am not trying to be fatalistic, or on some end-times prophecy thing. I am a historian who has studied world history extensively, and the trends I see literally exploding in this country ARE revolutionary and are attempting to change the very fabric we have come to know as freedom. Again, I desperately hope I am wrong. When you're in the midst of the storm it is hard to know which direction the tempest will blow, and whether your shelter is adequate to keep one safe. I only have my faith in God, and an abiding optimism that He will bring restoration and peace.

I do realize I was sounding a little (a little?) negative in here yesterday and do apologize. This morning a friend of mine, much younger and hispanic but conservative, was asking me several questions about yesterdays show. Answering her and seeing how far she has come gave me hope. It can be done but we each have to help educate.

I joined Beck's extreme several weeks ago in support of everything Beck does for us and watched this special yesterday. I just watched it again and am amazed how we let this happen and how many are stiill in the dark. Our kids will never know what they can be capable of because these goons are going to keep it from them. Thanks RS for making this available, it helps to read others comments and check understanding on issues. Mind boggling and scary as hell. I can't reason why any somewhat intelligent person would want a nation to go down this path of sure doom and destruction when history has shown it does not work and clear on how to achieve prosperity. So it leads me to it must be evil and God's judgement that we must face for forgetting that he created this country. Please God Bless America again.

I think that worked, got to see the hole show….thanks to you guys for helping me out…

I also shared it on myspace….

Thank you…:)