“Speak seldom, but to important subjects, except such as particularly relate to your constituents, and, in the former case, make yourself perfectly master of the subject.” – George Washington (1787)

In best, or at least better, understanding the founding principles behind the founding and establishment of the American republic, it is best to understand the context in which certain statements were made, to whom and for what purpose.  As I believe this to be true, I will, where possible, seek to always provide context for the principles spoken of in this part of our blog.  With respect to the above, this sound advice was offered to Penrod Washington on November 17, 1787 with respect to arguing in favor of the Constitution and all of the issues pertinent to doing this.

The letter in its entirety made it read at:

http://teachingamericanhistory.org/library/document/letter-to-bushrod-washington-2/

If only, we kept in mind that the founders intended for the power to be fully vested in, We, the People, and if the leaders who arise from the People might keep in mind that human wisdom is bound by our limitations , we will have a nation worthy of respect and admiration.  As such, our nation will endure.  Still, I believe very firmly, that we should revisit our fundamental principles and adhere to them even when considering seemly brand new propositions.  No.  That should read, especially when considering those things that are seemingly new.