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>Washington, the Indispensable Man of the Revolution
David AzerradFebruary 20, 2012 at 8:22 am
Poor George Washington. His birthday, spontaneously celebrated since the Revolution and formally declared a holiday in 1879, has slowly morphed into the insipid Presidents Day you’ll hear about today.
George Washington, the “indispensable man” of the Revolution who was rightly extolled for being “first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen,” has now been lumped together with the likes of James Buchanan, Jimmy Carter, Franklin Pierce and John Tyler.
It gets worse. Washington’s good name and great legacy are now shamelessly invoked to justify positions that he would never have envisaged.
In a Time Magazine special edition on George Washington currently in newsstands, historian Joseph Ellis matter-of-factly remarks: “He began the political tradition that produced a Union victory in the Civil War, the Federal Reserve Board, Social Security, Medicare and, more recently, Obamacare.”
Washington, who called on Americans to display “pious gratitude” for their Constitution and warned against any “change by usurpation,” is now a partisan of the sprawling welfare state and the unprecedented individual mandate. Ellis even has the gall to hail Washington–the man who gracefully and voluntarily relinquished power after two terms when he could have stayed on for life–as the father of “strong executive leadership” and the precursor to FDR, who stayed in office for an unprecedented 12 years!
The true Washington still has much to teach us, in particular when it comes to the presidency, foreign policy and religious liberty. Although much has changed in the past two centuries, his sage advice and conduct in office have lost none of their relevance, anchored as they are in the timeless principles of the Founding and a sober assessment of human nature.
Washington, like every President after him, swore the following oath upon taking office: “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.” Unlike many presidents in the past 100 years, however, Washington took the oath seriously and did not try to place himself above the Constitution.
He understood himself to be the President of a Republic in which the people, through their elected representatives in Congress, make laws–not some visionary leader who must define what Progress requires and lead the unenlightened masses there.
Washington took care “that the laws be faithfully executed,” as when he quashed the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. He did not try to make the laws himself, either by issuing executive orders that circumvented Congress or by regulating what could not be legislated. He left behind no “signature” legislative accomplishments as we would say today. He only used his veto twice–once on constitutional grounds and once in his capacity as Commander-in-Chief.
Washington gave, on average, only three public speeches a year while in office–including the shortest ever inaugural address. And, of course, he had to be persuaded to serve a second term.
As a President who took his bearings from the Constitution, Washington devoted considerable attention to foreign policy. Our first President sought to establish an energetic and independent foreign policy. He believed America needed a strong military so that it could “choose peace or war, as our interest guided by justice shall Counsel.” His Farewell Address remains the preeminent statement of purpose for American foreign policy.
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John Adams
Learned and thoughtful, John Adams was more remarkable as a political philosopher than as a politician. “People and nations are forged in the fires of adversity,” he said, doubtless thinking of his own as well as the American experience.
Adams was born in the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1735. A Harvard-educated lawyer, he early became identified with the patriot cause; a delegate to the First and Second Continental Congresses, he led in the movement for independence.
During the Revolutionary War he served in France and Holland in diplomatic roles, and helped negotiate the treaty of peace. From 1785 to 1788 he was minister to the Court of St. James’s, returning to be elected Vice President under George Washington.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/johnadams
Thomas Jefferson
In the thick of party conflict in 1800, Thomas Jefferson wrote in a private letter, “I have sworn upon the altar of God eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man.”
This powerful advocate of liberty was born in 1743 in Albemarle County, Virginia, inheriting from his father, a planter and surveyor, some 5,000 acres of land, and from his mother, a Randolph, high social standing. He studied at the College of William and Mary, then read law. In 1772 he married Martha Wayles Skelton, a widow, and took her to live in his partly constructed mountaintop home, Monticello.
Freckled and sandy-haired, rather tall and awkward, Jefferson was eloquent as a correspondent, but he was no public speaker. In the Virginia House of Burgesses and the Continental Congress, he contributed his pen rather than his voice to the patriot cause. As the “silent member” of the Congress, Jefferson, at 33, drafted the Declaration of Independence. In years following he labored to make its words a reality in Virginia. Most notably, he wrote a bill establishing religious freedom, enacted in 1786.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/thomasjefferson
James Madison
At his inauguration, James Madison, a small, wizened man, appeared old and worn; Washington Irving described him as “but a withered little apple-John.” But whatever his deficiencies in charm, Madison’s buxom wife Dolley compensated for them with her warmth and gaiety. She was the toast of Washington.
Born in 1751, Madison was brought up in Orange County, Virginia, and attended Princeton (then called the College of New Jersey). A student of history and government, well-read in law, he participated in the framing of the Virginia Constitution in 1776, served in the Continental Congress, and was a leader in the Virginia Assembly.
When delegates to the Constitutional Convention assembled at Philadelphia, the 36-year-old Madison took frequent and emphatic part in the debates.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/jamesmadison
James Monroe
On New Year’s Day, 1825, at the last of his annual White House receptions, President James Monroe made a pleasing impression upon a Virginia lady who shook his hand:
“He is tall and well formed. His dress plain and in the old style…. His manner was quiet and dignified. From the frank, honest expression of his eye … I think he well deserves the encomium passed upon him by the great Jefferson, who said, ‘Monroe was so honest that if you turned his soul inside out there would not be a spot on it.’ “
Born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, in 1758, Monroe attended the College of William and Mary, fought with distinction in the Continental Army, and practiced law in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
>Presidents Day :40% Consider Reagan Most Influential President Of Last 50 Years
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Americans continue to believe Ronald Reagan is the most influential president of the last half century, but they are a bit more divided over which president should be next in line to be honored by a federal holiday.
A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey of American Adults shows that 40% regard Reagan as the most influential president of the past 50 years. Bill Clinton is a distant second with 16%, closely followed by John F. Kennedy with 14%. Barack Obama, who is making his first appearance in this question, comes in fourth with 11%. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
>Presidents Day: 44 Facts You Didn’t Know About U.S. Presidents
The Huffington Post Seena Vali First Posted: 02/17/2012 11:02 am
While most Americans celebrate Presidents Day Weekend metabolizing the high levels of alcohol in their bloodstreams, we want to make sure that you guys actually learn something.
With that in mind, we collected 44 lesser-known facts about the leaders of this nation. Sure, everyone knows the story about President Taft getting stuck in the bathtub, but did you know about Benjamin Harrison’s fear of touching light switches? Or FDR’s movie credit? Or Gerald Ford’s modeling days?
So set aside your political allegiances and take a brief moment to read up on our country’s presidents. For without them, we would not have Monday off from work.
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>Ridgewood Knights of Columbus to Host Annual St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance.
Ridgewood-NJ-February 20, 2012: The Ridgewood Knights of Columbus are once again proud to be sponsoring their annual St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 24th, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Mount Carmel gymnasium at 52 Passaic Street in Ridgewood.
The Best of Everything will cater a full-course of traditional Irish fare including corned beef and cabbage. The renowned Willie Lynch Band will be playing Irish classics and great dance music. There will also be a special appearance by the Irish Step Dancers from the McLoughlin Dance School.
Tickets are $50 each. Payment can be mailed to:Mark Stappenbeck452 Hunter RoadRidgewood, NJ 07450(201) 444 – 3346
Come enjoy this annual celebration as the Knights of Columbus continue the tradition that the People of Ireland started over a thousand years ago. And what better way to celebrate the life of Saint Patrick then to gather with friends and family, enjoy a fine meal, and dance to great music!
Come out and celebrate St. Patrick’s with the Ridgewood Knights !
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What happened to the plant store on the corner of Ridgewood & Paramus Road? When did the building burn down?
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>Ridgewood Schools: Maintain the ‘Tradition of Excellence’
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2012
THE RIDGEWOOD NEWS
Maintain the ‘Tradition of Excellence’
Marshall Katzman
Sally Lewis
To the Editor:
We read with interest the article “Revenue is coming up short” (Feb. 12, page A1). In it, projected revenues and expenditures for the 2012-13 school year are outlined; the result is a shortfall that must be resolved by cutting costs.
Given the current economic and political climate, we fear that shortfalls in revenues will be resolved primarily at the expense of the Ridgewood teachers who are currently working without a contract.
>Ridgewood BOE needs less Trenton ‘interference’
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2012
THE RIDGEWOOD NEWS
Board needs less Trenton ‘interference’
Charles V. Reilly
to the editor:
A recent letter (“Review projects to avoid future bond issues”; Feb. 10; page A7) is mistaken in urging the school board “to give careful consideration during this year’s budget process as to what [capital] projects and maintenance items need to be undertaken to reduce the pressure for future bond issues to fund ‘renovations.’”
https://www.northjersey.com/news/opinions/139496673_Board_needs_less_Trenton__interference_.html
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NJTPC Hosts Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, America’s Rabbi
February 21, 2012 -(Tuesday) – 7:00 PM
124 Essex Street, Rochelle Park, NJ – Harley Davidson Building (Go to the back, through the gate and up the stairs to the second floor meeting room)
First an informative Lecture: How you can become involved in a meaningful way by becoming a county committee member. So many have asked about this topic and we are devoting time to give you all the information.
Then introduction of a Congressional Candidate running in the June primary, Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, America’s Rabbi,” is one of the world’s leading relationship experts and values and spirituality exponents. His 27 books have been best-sellers all over the world and have been translated into 18 languages. Rabbi Shmuley appears on TV, radio, and in print all over the world. Hailed as one of the world’s most gifted public speakers, he was the London Times Preacher of the Year at the Millennium and speaks regularly in the United States, Europe, Israel, Australia, South Africa, and Asia. He served as host of the award-winning national TV show, Shalom in the Home on TLC, and ‘The Shmuley Show’ on the ‘Oprah and Friends’ radio network and on 77 WABC in NYC, the most listened-to radio station in America. Hear what he has to say and his platform.
>Barbara Crafton, Priest and Author to Hold One-Day Retreat at Christ Episcopal Church
Barbara Crafton, Priest and Author to Hold One-Day Retreat at Christ Episcopal Church A one-day retreat with The Rev. Barbara Crafton, priest and author will be held on Saturday, February 25th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Christ Church, located at 105 Cottage Place, Ridgewood. Barbara will help us explore: A Closer Walk With God.
There are so many different kinds of spiritual practices that even a monk or a nun couldn’t possibly do them all — let alone those of us who live in a world that seems to grow busier every day. But some prayer practices have your name on them. Some are peculiarly suited to who you are.
This will be a day in which we discover what they might be. Whether you’re a person with an established spiritual practice or someone who never really thought of such a thing until now, there will be something here for you. Please bring a bag lunch. Beverages will be provided. A $20.00 donation is recommended. Sign up in the cloister or call the church office (201.652.2350) to let us know you will be attending. Christ Church is located at 105 Cottage Place, Ridgewood. Visit our website for more information at www.christchurchridgewood.org.
>Drugs of choice? Whitney probe, lesser known NJ case raise questions about personal responsibility
By Joshua Rhett Miller
Published February 17, 2012
FoxNews.com
As authorities eye the potential role of a Beverly Hills pharmacy in Whitney Houston’s death, owners of a mom-and-pop drugstore on the other side of the country have learned the hard way how filling prescriptions can bring legal liability.
Months before Houston died after ingesting pills reportedly filled at the Mickey Fine Pharmacy, the far lesser-known Harding Pharmacy & Liquors in Ridgewood, N.J., reached a $1.9 million settlement in December with a man who suffered permanent nerve damage after overdosing on stolen Xanax in 2007. The drugs were given to Scott Simon, now 21, by a former Harding employee at a party, and Simon’s lawyers successfully argued the drugstore should have better safeguarded them.
>Foreclosures on the Rise Again
Published: Thursday, 16 Feb 2012 | 12:04 AM ET Text Size
By: Diana Olick
CNBC Real Estate Reporter
After a year-long reprieve from rising foreclosures, the numbers are going up again.
One in every 624 U.S. households received a foreclosure filing in January, up 3 percent from the previous month, according to a new report from RealtyTrac. Foreclosure activity froze in many states in 2011, due to processing delays after fraud, or so-called “Robo-signing,” were uncovered in the fall of 2010. The thaw is now on.
“We expect the pattern of increasing foreclosures to continue in the coming months, especially given the finalized mortgage and foreclosure settlement reached in early February between 49 state attorneys general and five of the nation’s largest lenders,” said RealtyTrac’s CEO Brandon Moore in a written release. “Foreclosure activity increased on a year-over-year basis for the first time in more than 12 months in Florida, Illinois, Indiana and Pennsylvania, following a pattern we saw in late 2011 in states such as California, Arizona and Massachusetts.”
