You know the old cliché, “better to be poor in America that rich any were else.” It is usually spoken by middle class who have never been to other countries let alone understood or lived in poverty here in the US. But, even so, there is so much truth wrapped up in this thought. The most thought associated with this is that the poor has it easy here is the underlying accusation and it is (for the most part) true. America’s indigents do have several resources here to aid in their plight that is not in every country.

However the better thought behind the saying is more on the value of liberty. It’s the idea that liberty is worth more that status, money, power, even food and life. It is such a strong and powerful idea that it still rings out today after 235 years. “We pledge our life’s, our fortune’s and our sacred honor.”, is more than just a clever saying. Many who signed that document did in fact die and many lost their fortunes and family for this idea. Why? Is liberty that important?

Well yes it is important. That is obvious. But beyond that it is our obligation to human development and knowledge that behooves us to fight for this ideal. Liberty is given to each individual from God and that, in and of itself, gives us charge to pursue it and protect it. If ever you witness injustice it is you solemn duty to defend this precious God gift. The requirement is bound to every American, to pledge your live, your fortune, and your sacred honor for the preservation of liberty, because it’s God’s gift you are preserving.

We all would rather become poor in defending preserving, and pursuing liberty that to become a rich tyrant.

Happy Independence Day!