Positive Change

In these days of economic turmoil, political upheaval, and lack of experienced leaders, it's easy to become cynical. Pointing out the huge errors of the Obama administration and it's allies is quite easy. And while it keeps us informed and keeps up the drumbeat of anti-socialism, it can put us into a non-creative and hopeless mood. Let me change that today, and as often as I can.

With all of the uncertainty at this time in our nation's history I can't help but reflect on similar times in our past and see great opportunities for our future. Out of the disaster of the Carter years, with failed international diplomacy and failed domestic policy, the Reagan revolution was born. The false perception that Carter was going to change "business-as-usual" in Washington soon revealed an arrogant president who alienated not only his own party, but the American public. Ronald Reagan's message of "Government IS the problem" became clear in contrast to Carter's 'government is the solution'. One can't help but wonder who the standard bearer will be to lead us as we march against the out-of-control spending and catastrophic expansion of our government of the Obama administration. I am sure it will be a person who's optimistic words can drive Wall street's numbers to new heights.

Creativity thrives in times of depression and suppression by our government. Just read the many millions of blogs and you will see written words and artistic creations communicating the opposition to the socialist reforms we are now being subjected to. Join the chorus. Lift your voice in the name of freedom and capitalism.

Out of the ashes of this economy will come new opportunity for business and technology. And I am not talking about windmills and solar panels. With the growth of technology reducing the workforce, new sources of employment are needed. The obvious ones are tech support and maintenance. But forward thinking will see that these too are being replaced. The search is on for creating jobs that require the physical hand of mankind. We must put people back to work permanently. Create jobs for our growing populations that will last a lifetime. We can't all be elected to congress.
The trillionairs of tomorrow will be the men and women who can create jobs in uncharted territories. A hundred years ago nobody would have dreamed we would have airlines and movie studios that employ millions.

These are times that challenge us. That build a character in us that, a short time ago, would have been unimaginable. These are times that set Americans apart from the rest of the world. We seem to have temporarily lost our mojo. Over two hundred years of a free capitalist society has taught us to regroup, analyze and chart a new course. Our history proves our ability. Our destiny will make history.