Why Not Freedom!: America's Revolt Against Big Government (Hardcover)

by James Ronald Kennedy (Author), Walter Donald Kennedy (Author) "What does it mean to be "free"?..." (more)
Key Phrases: abusive federal government, original constitutional republic, original constitutional government, United States, Supreme Court, Founding Fathers (more...)

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What does it mean to be "free?" Are you free if your life is directed with micromanagement from a far-off capitol?

The authors, fervent advocates of individual freedom, point out that many current laws are oppressive. In spite of the separation of powers established by the Constitution, many of our current laws are written by bureaucrats, administered by them, and finally judged by them yet they are in opposition to those freedoms set forth by the Constitution. The book details the historical development of the federal government. It describes how the American middle class has been abandoned by those who control the federal government. Career insiders, since the days of Franklin D. Roosevelt, have used their influence and power to promote their love of big, tax-and-spend, centralized government and a radical social ideology, while providing high paying taxpayer-funded jobs for themselves. Further chapters outline the loss of inalienable rights in so many areas of life. Twenty-four examples of constitutional usurpation are thoroughly explored. Finally, techniques are suggested whereby citizens can organize to restore the freedoms originally guaranteed by the Constitution.

James Ronald Kennedy is director of risk management for a Louisiana insurance company. He was elected as commander for the Louisiana division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans for the years 1989-92 and regularly participates in Civil War re-enactments.

Walter Donald Kennedy is also a Past Commander for the Louisiana division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans and the recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal of the National Sons of Confederate Veterans. -- From the Publisher

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America's revolt against big government.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 397 pages
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company (September 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1565541529
• ISBN-13: 978-1565541528
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,241,415 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally Some Answers, June 13, 2001

By	Roger L Pridemore (Randleman, NC United States) - See all my reviews

The Kennedy brothers have done it again. This researched history provides some insight as to how we got to where we are at present. Then, most interestingly, the authors give some suggestions to unravel this mess we've been forced into by our present tyrannical government. These solutions offer a refreshing possibility of escape unlike other works that offer the problems without any possible solutions. You may find yourself highly agitated but keep reading, possibilities await you near the end.

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good read and a good dose of common sense, August 13, 1998

By A Customer

The Kennedy's provide a well-needed dose of sanity for 1990's America. The chapters of the book would stand on their own easily and each is worth the price of the book. If you liked Limbaugh's, "The Way Things Ought To Be", you'll like this book.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An amazingly eye opening book, March 17, 2006

By	Michael D. Willis (California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I first read The South Was Right, and had to read this book. I truly believe this was one of the most well argued political discourses in years. The damage done to our nation by socialization and acceptance of mediocrity is incalculable. No one can rationally argue that secession isn't a Constitutional right, as it is an implied power, as any Constitutionalist will tell you. This book hit every claim they set out to prove on the head of the nail. Pick it up, and read it. It will shock you!