From the Declaration of Independence, signed this day in 1776, signaling the separation of the thirteen colonies from England and it's King; a list of grievances and unacceptable treatments of all people everywhere.
- He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and necessary for the public good.
- He has obstructed the Administration of Justice, by refusing his Assent to Laws for establishing Judiciary powers.
- He has made Judges dependent on his Will alone, for the tenure of their offices, and the amount and payment of their salaries.
- He has affected to render the Military independent of and superior to the Civil power...
- For depriving us in many cases, of the benefits of Trial by Jury:
- For transporting us beyond Seas to be tried for pretended offences...
(thanks to
Detritus for inspiring a re-reading of the Declaration of Independence on this July 4th)
2 comments:
chilling, isn't it?
we oughta stage a reading on the steps of the white house.
that would be an amazing performance.
i'm sure that nothing as subversive as the declaration of independence would currently be allowed.
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