Gregg: A Return to Virtue
“A general dissolution of principles and manners will more surely overthrow the liberties of America than the whole force of the common enemy. While the people are virtuous they cannot be subdued; but when once they lose their virtue then will be ready to surrender their liberties to the first external or internal invader.”
Samuel Adams, letter to James Warren, February 12, 1779
While attempting to resolve myself to the actions of the current administration and the declining morality exhibited by leaders such as SC Governor Sanford, I reflect on how it is we find ourselves in the current situation. While it is evident that we have had erosions in our foundation over the years, I find myself increasingly returning to the era of the Vietnam War. With few exceptions, it was indeed one of the most turbulent times in this Republic’s history. There were violent anti-war protests and racial strife following the assassination of Dr. King. Significant as these actions were, there were other issues from that era which I believe helped set the stage for our current situation. (more…)
