Category Archives: Critical Thinking

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/26/2013- Legislative Assaults On Liberty From The Absurd To The Ridiculous

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Saturday January 26, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis dismantle arguments in favor of a couple of gun control methods; One absurd and one already tried and failed. We also take a close look at a group that Dianne Feinstein is looking to for support on her proposed gun ban and find a rogues gallery of progressive gun grabbers.

Article links- http://www.ksdk.com/news/article/358395/3/Mo-proposal-makes-parents-tell-schools-about-gun-supply

http://americanvisionnews.com/5359/state-bill-parents-much-report-their-firearms-to-local-school

http://thehill.com/homenews/senate/279057-feinstein-introduces-sweeping-ban-on-military-style-assault-weapons-

http://www.policefoundation.org/

http://www.ksdk.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=2112571556001

USA 2nd Bill of Right Discussion

 

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/25/2013- The Inaugural Address And What It Reveals About Barack Obama’s Guiding Philosophy

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Friday January 25, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis look more closely at the philosophy behind Barack Obama’s agenda as revealed by his inaugural address.

Article links- http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/01/21/us-usa-inauguration-idUSBRE90I04I20130121

http://cnsnews.com/news/article/obamas-inaugural-if-god-truly-created-us-equal-homosexual-love-equal-well

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/24/2013- What The Inauguration Speech Means

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Thursday January 24, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis begin a two-part look at President Barack Obama’s inauguration speech and what it all means

Article links- http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/01/21/us-usa-inauguration-idUSBRE90I04I20130121

http://cnsnews.com/news/article/obamas-inaugural-if-god-truly-created-us-equal-homosexual-love-equal-well

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/23/2013- When Congress Is Constitutionally Illiterate What Can We Expect?

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Wednesday January 23, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis expose the fact that the vast majority of the federal government, especially Congress, is constitutionally illiterate. That includes both major political parties, folks!

Article link- http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/jan/14/defenders-of-constitution-dont-always-use-it-for-l/?page=all

New Institute On The Constitution Classes Opening- Marengo, OH

IOTCWe the People have the duty to restrain a government operating outside Constitutional boundaries.  The Institute on the Constitution invites you to learn how by discovering your American heritage and birthright.

INSTITUTE ON THE CONSTITUTION – Course Description & Information

A great history and non-partisan government class for adults and teens to be introduced to the
U. S. Constitution, our Biblical heritage and the concept of limited government. Twelve weekly classes of approximately 1.5 hours each are comprised of a 30-minute video lecture, group review and discussion questions.

Beginning with the Bible you will learn of the origins of history, law and government, followed by stories of America’s discovery, settlement and evangelization from exciting, primary sources you never saw in school! Then, the worldview of the founding fathers is discussed, which leads straight to the text of the Constitution.

Your live instructors will be Chuck Michaelis, Executive Director of Camp American and Barry Sheets, Executive Director of the Institute for Principled Policy and owner of Principled Policy Consulting, LLC. Chuck is a biochemist with a voluminous knowledge of history. Barry has nearly two decades of experience working with elected officials and public policy. David Barton of Wallbuilders and Lt. Colonel John Eidsmoe are the video instructors. Barton is a master teacher with a vast collection and knowledge of founding era literature. Lt. Colonel Eidsmoe is a Constitutional attorney and professor with degrees in theology, law and political science. He is a published author and frequent lecturer at colleges, churches and community groups.

This timely and relevant course’s cost is $60 per person prior to March 1st. Registrations taken from that date will be $75. Your course fee includes the 12 weekly lectures, a Student Manual, and a number of supplemental books that will be read during the course.

CLASS DATES AND TIME – Begins Friday March 1st, 2013, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. for 12 weeks

CLASS LOCATION –Marengo Christian Church 3904 State Route 229, Marengo Ohio MAP

TO REGISTER, CONTACT – Barry Sheets, 614-989-5293, Chuck Michaelis, 614-893-5986, or register online at: www.campamerican.com

Join in the cause of preserving our God-given Liberty and restoring our Constitutional Republic. After all, if you don’t defend Liberty, who will?

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/18/2013- How Government Initiatives To Solve Problems Create Worse Problems

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Friday January 18, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis do a more in depth discussion of the President’s proposal to “reduce gun violence.” We predict that the result of the proposals will be MORE violence, not less, as has been the case in many other countries that have banned private ownership of firearms. We also question other sections of the proposal that are extremely dangerous to liberty.

Article link- http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/docs/wh_now_is_the_time_full.pdf

 

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/17/2013- Using Children As A Prop To Justify Stealing Liberty

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Thursday January 17, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis discuss the President’s use of children as a prop while proposing that their right to defend themselves be stolen from them. We also discuss some of the factors which contribute to a violent society.

Article links- http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Journalism/2013/01/15/Obama-to-Announce-Gun-Ban-Surrounded-by-Children

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/16/2013- Constitutional Absolutism

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Wednesday January 16, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis discuss a recent tirade by an MSNBC “personality” with the “stylish” moniker Toure, in which he manages to contradict himself and appeal to emotion over rational thought on the gun control issue.

Article links- http://www.mediaite.com/tv/msnbcs-toure-we-need-obama-to-save-us-from-the-gun-epidemic/

http://americanvisionnews.com/5292/toure-hoodwinks-audience-with-lies-the-government-is-plotting-to-take-your-guns

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6uACOkLdG0[/youtube]

 

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/15/2013- Statesmanship, The Constitution, And Interposition

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Tuesday January 15, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis continue our discussion of true constitutional statesmanship and how few lawmakers really understand how the Constitution or the interaction between the state governments and the state governments is supposed to work.

Article links- http://k2radio.com/wyoming-house-bill-no-hb0104-firearm-protection-act/

http://dailycaller.com/2013/01/12/wyoming-lawmakers-introduce-bill-to-nullify-federal-gun-control-measures-jail-federal-agents/

Principles and Policies Podcast for 1/14/2013- Taking The Constitution And Lawmakers’ Oaths Seriously

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Monday January 14, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis begin a look at constitutionally responsible leadership in government and the legislation that they are working on. We look at Wyoming’s efforts to nullify federal infringement of the right to keep and bear arms.

Article links- http://k2radio.com/wyoming-house-bill-no-hb0104-firearm-protection-act/

http://dailycaller.com/2013/01/12/wyoming-lawmakers-introduce-bill-to-nullify-federal-gun-control-measures-jail-federal-agents/