Freedom of Speech

By Tammy Derouin

Isn't it wonderful to live in a country where you have freedom and rights? The Bill of Rights alone, is full of examples as to why we are an exceptional nation. The Constitution is a liberating document, which should not be taken for granted. We live in a country where you have the freedom to think for yourself, form your own opinions and live as you choose, as long as it doesn't infringe on the rights of others. You do not have to agree with the status quo, fall in lock step with a political agenda or those who hold office.

It has become increasingly concerning to have so many individuals believe that our God-given rights are somehow tied to a political agenda. Freedom of speech, for instance, is under attack by those on the political Left. Unless you are pushing a liberal left-wing agenda, prepare to be attacked. Many, who are center to right on the political scale, have been shouted down and have been prevented from speaking at public forums. They have also been called all sorts of creative names, all because they do not agree with a stifling, left-wing agenda.

Individuals who ask questions, want transparency (but not the Obama era definition of the word), the government to be held accountable for their actions, want to protect our home from those who wish to destroy it and want to preserve our freedom for future generations, have become the target of the Left. The Left does not embrace freedom. They say they do but if you do not agree with their agenda, your freedom to speak, think or act is not important and it's disregarded.

If you truly embrace freedom and the rights of others and believe that everyone has the right to form their own opinion, why would you want to stop them from speaking? Why does the Left come unhinged with anyone who speaks against their agenda? I want to hear what an individual stands for and believes. I will decide if it makes sense. And that is the problem. The Left does not want you to figure things out. They want complete control.

The Left has perfected the art of hate. They call everyone who doesn't agree with them creative little names, hoping to intimidate the opposition into submission. Sticks and stones, sticks and stones. Another tactic is to accuse you of spreading hate simply because you have different opinions and beliefs. What is the Left afraid of, the truth?

If we are to remain free, freedom of speech is vital to our survival, and not the political correct version. Freedom of speech allows the truth to flow. Sometimes, in unguarded moments, those who seem to spend so much of their time suppressing the truth, show their true colors. The American people are capable of making the right decisions. But, the facts must be presented, which is why a free press is so important. Those who are deceiving and working against the American people must be held accountable.

Sometimes the truth intentionally flows. The Left has also perfected the art of blaming others for their failures. Such was the case this past week. As the bitter, sorrowful tour of poor me continues, Hillary Clinton proved once again that we, as a nation, dodged a nuclear basket case. While in India, Mrs. Clinton decided to blame her loss on women. Apparently, she believes the female gender is not capable of thinking for themselves, forming their own opinions and then acting accordingly. Mrs. Clinton your arrogance, much like the president for whom you served, knows no bounds. To claim that you lost the election because independent women were all of a sudden pressured into voting against you, due to male influence, is deplorable, insulting and degrading to the very gender you claim to champion. You lost because enough questionable activity finally came to light. You lost because enough people were not convinced that you were the right individual to hold such a coveted office. More evidence continues to confirm that your loss was well deserved. Hopefully, the truth will continue to unfold and all those in question will be held accountable.

Mrs. Clinton is free to speak her mind and show her true colors. I would not want it any other way. Anyone who doesn't agree with her is free to speak their mind as well. I wonder, why aren't those on the Left accused of spreading hate-filled bile? Their ability to push hate through language and deeds speaks volumes. Freedom, it's a wonderful thing!

“All of a sudden white women who were going to vote for me and standing up to the men in their lives were told she's going to jail.”

Hillary Clinton