January 1, 2025, marked the beginning of what could be the most wonderful time in America, or it could become a time of utter chaos and destruction.  I wish I could tell you with absolute certainty that this year will see a return to our government following foundational constitutional principles.  I do not believe that those desiring the fundamental transformation of America will cooperate and that the Trump administration will fight an uphill battle.

Those on the Left and some of the Establishment adherents on the Right are determined to protect their ole-boy system and the positions of power and personal prosperity.   They view us (the people) as useful tools to achieve their goal and, therefore, only important in providing funds and votes.

Those of us who desire limited government, the guarantee of our unalienable rights granted to us by God and preserved in the Constitution, and having a Constitutional Republic are viewed as members of the ‘Flat Earth Society.’     If the Trump team can accomplish some of their objectives well, it will see a return to a more livable economy.  The easing of energy and the cost of goods and services should facilitate the easing of some of the societal tensions that are now being experienced.  

If the Trump administration has the backing of Congress, we will be less threatened by international terroristic activity.  We will see a much more secure border, reducing the influx of drugs, human trafficking, and disease.  We will have a more thorough vetting of those entering our country and thereby reduce the threat of terrorism.  It will not eliminate those things but produce a reduction.

We will observe an effort to de-weaponize the DOJ, FBI, CIA, and IRS.  Those agencies will be less able to harass and intimidate those who do not support the Leftist agenda.  Our rights will become more secure as the courts receive an influx of constitutionalists and adherents to the rule of law.  It could be a very prosperous time in America.  Again, I said, “Could be.”

I wish I were more optimistic, but with Congress’s history and the immensity of our federal government’s bureaucracy, it will be a long fight. The Establishment leadership in the GOP has a demonstrated track record of being more akin to the ideological views of the Left than Constitutional Conservatism.

Can we fix that?  Yes, but not in one election cycle.  We must organize at the grass-roots level and invest ourselves individually in the effort to restore America to Constitutionalism.   The question is, “Are we up to the task?”  That remains to be seen.

Now that I’ve thrown down the gauntlet, what will I do personally?  Am I going to speak and write about what we should do while sitting on the sideline, or will I get my feet wet and hands dirty and dive into the filthy water of the political arena locally?   

I should stop speaking and writing if I am unwilling to invest personally. If I am not willing to accept the challenge and responsibility of being a voice of reason, it would be hypocritical and reactionary rather than proactive for me to say anything. 

I view inactivity as perpetuating the problem rather than pursuing the solution.   Therefore, I am researching how to become involved locally at the precinct level.    I do not feel that my purpose is to be a candidate for political office but to have a voice in the platform and choice of candidates. 

Martin Luther King said, “I have a dream…”    I also dream of a restored, revitalized constitutional republic in America.  I dream of a nation that returns to its moral moorings and to God.  I have a vision of an America that is focused on solutions rather than personality preferences. 

Is it possible?  I cannot say definitively that it is.   However, I refuse to be deterred from my belief that it is and my willingness to invest all to ensure it.  That is my commitment for 2025 and beyond.   If we fail, our posterity will pay an extremely high price for the loss of Freedom.  I am not saying we should abandon all hope, but rather that we should, with the hope, develop a spirit of 1776 for Freedom. 

We cannot see a restored America at the ballot box alone, but on our knees before Almighty God!   I believe that the number one problem in America and the world is the condition of the human heart.  I believe that if we follow the directive of 2 Chronicles 7:14 and make Matthew 6:33 our foundation, we can see restoration, renewal, and revival in America.  I hope you see that and will join us in prayer and commitment to fight for Faith, Family, and Freedom.

May God bless you and guard, guide, and govern America again!