The city gate in ancient times was the place of public proceedings. Discussions, judgments, and debate could occur at this focal point of the city. In this greatest of all countries, our center for public discussion and exchange of ideas has taken place in our media. However, our gate has not been open, but rather encircled and guarded by this nation’s liberal elite. To enter the discussion in times past one had to pay the toll to enter the gate, and the price was steep. It was paid by toeing the line of liberal ideology, bowing at the altar of political correctness, and being seen as “worthy to be heard.”  How this came to be is the topic of another discussion, but it is enough to say that it should not be. America was founded as a nation of the people. The common man is supposed to have the power, yet how can he without a voice?

            As evidenced by this blog times have begun to change. The old guard mainstream media still control their outlets and guard them with an unrelenting vigil. Yet those who have refused to pay the toll have discovered a new place for public discussion. Bar us from your networks and mock the people in your papers, but a new media has emerged. I am excited to be given this opportunity to participate here, and welcome dialogue from any who see my posts as worthy to be read and replied to.

Thanks,

Tim

timzema@yahoo.com