Introduction

This blog is a project I've wanted to start on for a while now. I feel as though, as a conservative minded individual, in today's political climate, I am largely disenfranchised. Progressive, radical left ideology seems to be the flavor of the day, and more and more I see even the "right" either capitulating, or even outright embracing more liberal ideology, either due to social pressure, or due to the power retention it promises from the increasing dependency on "cradle to grave" government. The goal of this project is two-fold. First, it's a way for me to express my thoughts and beliefs on a plethora of today's issues and current events, from a conservative perspective. Secondly, it just may serve to soften other's position toward conservative, market driven policy, if I can shed the proper light on it that it deserves. I don't intend to take an aggressive tone, or to belittle or insult others who may hold opposing opinions. My intention is to merely describe the position, while possible shedding light on why opposing positions may warrant a second consideration.

Just a brief description about myself. I'm a gen-x'er, born just early enough to think the 80's were cool, and just a bit too early to wonder what the 2000's were all about, and way to early to even begin to understand today's youth. But regardless, I believe sound conservative, market based principles, bottom up power ideals, are cool at any age, and can make any issue better. I'm a father to 4 boys, each with their own combination of special needs, so life has taught me some lessons, and my position on much has morphed over the years, but this transition of ideals has always come at a better understanding and appreciation of personal liberty, and free market ideal. I completed an associates degree, and have held the same job for 20 plus years. I realize that is a blessing, and that I may not have a full appreciation for some of life's greater challenges. However, I don't believe this disqualifies my beliefs in a free market, and liberty based legal structure, and their ability to empower individuals to overcome anything, and rise from their own ashes.

Life comes at you fast, and I don't know how much time I'll give to this, or how often posts will come, but check back often. My hope is to lay things out in a reasoned, rational manner. I don't wish to offend anyone any more than my position alone might do. Any attack against a position is only aimed at the position, not individuals who hold the position, that's an important distinction. I hope my posts, over time, can have a positive effect on the national discourse, but if not, I am just happy to have them down for others to know where I stood.