Fundamental mistakes of the GOP

Fundamental mistakes that Republicans make are that they don't understand their opponent nor do they understand their fellow man.

Obama and party are not stupid, they know what they are doing.  And they are doing it well while Republicans, ignorant of Democrats true motives, chase shadows and smoke.  Until they realize what is really happening then they, Republicans, will never be able to undo the negative change this country has endured nor simply defeat their opponent.

Descartes - First Meditation

Everytime I re-read this short but powerful work, I get stuck on two phrases.

The first... "there is not one of my former beliefs about which a doubt may not be properly raised...".

The second...  "I will suppose therefore that not God, who is supremely good and the source of truth, but rather some demon of the utmost power and cunning has employed all his energies in order to deceive me."

Quote of the Day

In a republic this rule ought to be observed: that the majority should not have the predominant power.

Cicero

Quote of the Day

Capitalism is the only moral political system because it is the only system dedicated to the protection of rights, which is a requirement for human survival and flourishing.

http://www.importanceofphilosophy.com/Politics_Capitalism.html

Away in Europe

If I can find internet access again I will leave my thoughts on my travels through Europe for the next two weeks, otherwise, will begin blogging about my Philosophy readings and other things when I get back.