September 16--Creating a Peasant Class

We believe our elected officials are called to public service, not public tyranny, so we must protect the limits, checks, and balances of democracy and encourage humility and civility on the part of elected officials….
We reject any moves toward autocratic political leadership and authoritarian rule…. Disrespect for the rule of law, not recognizing the equal importance of our three branches of government, and replacing civility with dehumanizing hostility toward opponents are of great concern to us. Neglecting the ethic of public service and accountability, in favor of personal recognition and gain often characterized by offensive arrogance, are not just political issues for us. They raise deeper concerns about political idolatry, accompanied by false and unconstitutional notions of authority.  --Richard Rohr, Daily Meditation, 9/12

    This is from a larger document titled Reclaiming Jesus: A Confession of Faith in a Time of Crisis. It is worth the time to read it. It is signed by a large group of Christian elders and leaders. 

    It is clear to me that the Republicans' mission is to create a peasant class, necessary for a ruling king, where the people are sick, dumb, poor and afraid. I'm not sure how that makes America great again!?!?!?!

        Leta