From the Go and Read File

GO to Kim du Toit's and READ THIS POST!

The jist of the post: A revolution by blood would be BAD. We must wage this revolution by our words. To quote: "We have letters to write to Congress and the White House, votes to cast in elections, and posts like this to write. Soapbox, mailbox, ballot box. Forget the fourth box. If that time ever comes, you’ll bitterly regret having to use it, I promise you."

Sebastian at Snowflakes in Hell talked about Kim's post earlier today as well, and referenced the history of the American Revolution. One of his points was that the founding fathers, revolutionaries, Sons of Liberty were committing treason and that the revolution was not as as prim and pretty as history class would have us believe.

I left a comment that I thought I would share here as well:

I am a history buff, particularly for the second half of the 18th century (1750-1800), including being a reenactor of the time period. And all anyone has to do is some basic studying of the American War for Independence to understand that war is NOT Politically Correct.

At one particular event I attend every summer we do a “Fashion Show” based on historical persona’s. The first thing we tell the audience is this will not be politically correct, and if you are easily offended, you will be here. History is not just great victories and fancy balls, it is bloody, violent, and horrific-on both sides. Homes destroyed, families ripped apart, hangings, these were all a part of real life.

So go read the posts and join the revolution.