I carry a well worn copy of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights with me every day and refer to them often. I think it is important for those of us who support and defend the U.S. Constitution to be very familiar with these founding documents.
Another great founding document about America is The Federalist Papers.
President Harry S. Truman once said, “If you want a new idea, read an old book.” Founding father’s Alexander Hamilton, James Madison and John Jay’s timeless “old book” is a must read for all Americans.
I believe this is especially true for those of us who have the privilege of serving in
the U.S. military.
Every member of our profession of arms is reminded of our allegiance to the U.S. Constitution at re-enlistment, commissioning, promotion or retirement ceremonies we attend.
Not only do The Federalist Papers highlight the struggles of a new democracy, they illustrate the timeless value of healthy debate. That debate, whether the U.S. should establish a federal government or not, was carried out in the new media of the time: letters, newspaper articles and discussion.
None other than Hamilton’s political arch enemy Thomas Jefferson described The Federalist Papers as “the best commentary on the principles of government, which was ever written.”
Having read The Federalist Papers adds to this Airman’s understanding of the struggles our founders went through. It also reminded me that, despite the different media, the politics of today are actually not that different from the politics our founders wrestled with in the past.
For all of us who serve, and for all our fellow citizens, a solid understanding of our own nation’s struggles will serve us well. Need a new idea? I suggest you follow President Truman’s advice and read an “old book” — The Federalist Papers.
As always, thanks to you and your family for serving our great nation.
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I carry a well worn copy of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights with me every day and refer to them often. I think it is important for those of us who support and defend the U.S. Constitution to be very familiar with these founding documents.
Another great founding document about America is The Federalist Papers.
President Harry S. Truman once said, “If you want a new idea, read an old book.” Founding father’s Alexander Hamilton, James Madison and John Jay’s timeless “old book” is a must read for all Americans.
I believe this is especially true for those of us who have the privilege of serving in
the U.S. military.
Every member of our profession of arms is reminded of our allegiance to the U.S. Constitution at re-enlistment, commissioning, promotion or retirement ceremonies we attend.
Not only do The Federalist Papers highlight the struggles of a new democracy, they illustrate the timeless value of healthy debate. That debate, whether the U.S. should establish a federal government or not, was carried out in the new media of the time: letters, newspaper articles and discussion.
None other than Hamilton’s political arch enemy Thomas Jefferson described The Federalist Papers as “the best commentary on the principles of government, which was ever written.”
Having read The Federalist Papers adds to this Airman’s understanding of the struggles our founders went through. It also reminded me that, despite the different media, the politics of today are actually not that different from the politics our founders wrestled with in the past.
For all of us who serve, and for all our fellow citizens, a solid understanding of our own nation’s struggles will serve us well. Need a new idea? I suggest you follow President Truman’s advice and read an “old book” — The Federalist Papers.
As always, thanks to you and your family for serving our great nation.