In my state I can be arrested for my private behavior IN my home anytime some cop takes a notion to do so. Ain't a lot of protection of liberties in these parts if you aren't one the good ol' folks. I prefer the USSC step in. Sadly, they seem disinclined to protect liberties these days, and they were never much good at protecting some of them.
The common person in this state spits in the wind. It's a joke and always has been. I think there are certain liberties and protections that we should ALL have, regardless of the state we live in. States are not the little countries they once were. And I'm glad of it.
Most people have had a voice in ANYTHING in this country for less than half its existence. Remember, I couldn't have voted until 1919.
So, in practice, I would say it is more true today than before. But constant vigilence, and all that stuff. I don't have a dark view of this country, this world, or of humanity. I just see things that could be better.
And activism rises and wanes. We all need a breather. Things were very active in the 60's. They were much more active in the early 80's than most people realize.
One thing the LA Times article pointed out to me was how "mainstream" certain things are becoming. That makes it stand out less. But if much is done to turn back working towards enviromental improvement, I think we will see a good deal of action, and response towards elected officials who are out of tune.
And again, only white male property owners in Boston at the time you mention had any influence. That's a golden age that isn't so golden to most.
And if you want to get into what's wrong with liberals, go to the BR. One, I'm not a liberal that I know of, though I have no problem with the term. Two, I wouldn't debate it here if I were.
I'm interested in action on specifics. Not in debating "the problem with liberals" or "the problem with conservatives". That's all a waste of time to me. |
