By Jerry Esmay, Stevensville
Time for me to again express my opinion on the current state of national affairs.
First, it should be obvious to anyone willing to view current events with an open mind that a vote for a Democrat candidate at the national level or state level in many states, is a vote for Socialism at the least or Communism at the worst. Lawlessness is continued to be allowed in Democratic run states by not stopping riots (nightly in some cities), passing “no bail” type laws so that criminals are allowed right back on the streets when arrested, and continued movement in these same states toward “defunding” the police. How else can one explain this other than an attempt to disrupt the current society structure in order to implement a new order? By the way, did you hear any of the Democratic Convention speakers bring up the current lawlessness?
Second, it should also be obvious that the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement currently has no real direct connection to the suggested concept. BLM has now simply become the excuse used to carry out lawlessness as noted previously. Unfortunately, we continue to be bombarded by the national news media about the importance of stopping racism toward the “Black” race. Folks, the real racism occurring is against the “White” race. Stop and think about that.
Third, embedded in this organized disruption of our society is the destruction of our Constitution. These anarchists are trying to enforce “no-free” speech. That is, you are not allowed to say anything that is counter to their propaganda – a direct threat to our 1st Amendment. Additionally, they have implemented a concerted effort to eliminate our 2nd Amendment right to bear arms. It was just recently announced that the New York District Attorney has filed a suit to eliminate the NRA. You can rest assured that if the Democrats win the Presidency and take over the Senate, their first order of business will be to eliminate your right to own firearms.
Finally, I pray that the “silent majority” wakes up and votes this time around. Even in the Bitterroot Valley, one can come away with the impression that everyone is being swayed toward the Democratic socialist propaganda, however, the wife and I just completed a four-day RV trip through the middle of Montana (Helena, Lewistown, Livingston, Ennis and Butte) where we were elated to see American flags and signs supporting our President, troops and first responders. Patriotism still flourishes in the heartland; people are still convinced we live in the greatest country ever created.