Why Not Freedom! America's Revolt Against Big Government

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What does it mean to be "free?" Are you free if your life is directed with micromanagement from a far-off capitol?

The authors, fervent advocates of individual freedom, point out that many current laws are oppressive. In spite of the separation of powers established by the Constitution, many of our current laws are written by bureaucrats, administered by them, and finally judged by them yet they are in opposition to those freedoms set forth by the Constitution. The book details the historical development of the federal government. It describes how the American middle class has been abandoned by those who control the federal government. Career insiders, since the days of Franklin D. Roosevelt, have used their influence and power to promote their love of big, tax-and-spend, centralized government and a radical social ideology, while providing high paying taxpayer-funded jobs for themselves. Further chapters outline the loss of inalienable rights in so many areas of life. Twenty-four examples of constitutional usurpation are thoroughly explored. Finally, techniques are suggested whereby citizens can organize to restore the freedoms originally guaranteed by the Constitution.

James Ronald Kennedy is director of risk management for a Louisiana insurance company. He was elected as commander for the Louisiana division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans for the years 1989-92 and regularly participates in Civil War re-enactments.

Walter Donald Kennedy is also a Past Commander for the Louisiana division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans and the recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal of the National Sons of Confederate Veterans. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Book Description

Modern Americans are simply not as free as our forefathers were. In spite of the separation of powers established by the Constitution, many of our current laws are written by bureaucrats, administered by them, and finally judged by them--yet these laws are in opposition to those freedoms set forth by the founders of the United States!

James Ronald Kennedy and Walter Donald Kennedy assert that Americans have been led astray by the bureaucratic political machine, the liberal media, and the "politically correct" educational establishment. They describe how individual liberties have been degraded, how status-quo politicians keep themselves in power with your tax dollars, and how the very foundations of middle-class America--from its work ethic to its religious principles--are threatened.

This updated, paperback edition pinpoints many current laws that are oppressive and suggests how citizens can organize to restore the freedoms originally guaranteed by the Constitution--by returning proper power to the sovereign states so that each can protect itself from the abuses of the federal government. The hardworking, law-abiding, morally and financially responsible men and women who make up the middle class must get back what is rightfully theirs: "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

About the Authors

Both James Ronald (Ron) Kennedy and Walter Donald (Don) Kennedy are fervent advocates of individual freedom. It was this interest that spurred the two Southerners (the twins were born in Copiah County, Mississippi) to write their first book, "The South Was Right!" It has become the quintessential volume on the social and political impact the Civil War had on the Confederacy and the U.S. Constitution and its modern repercussions. "Why Not Freedom?" is a carefully stated and well-documented volume that takes up where the first book left off. It explains the wide-reaching effects of the loss of states’ rights and, consequently, individual rights in America.

The authors are actively involved in a number of related activities. Ron Kennedy is on the board of directors for the Louisiana Southern League, an organization devoted to a reinstatement of the limited constitutional republic created by our forebears in the Declaration of Independence.

In addition, Ron and Don Kennedy have always been in touch with their Southern heritage. Descendants of Civil War veterans, they have held posts with the Sons of Confederate Veterans for several years. Through this organization they have been able to meet with other descendants who share their philosophy of states’ rights and helped them to obtain many of the photos and documents used in their first book.

Outside of their affiliations, the brothers both have very successful careers. Ron is the director of risk management for a Louisiana insurance company. Don is a registered respiratory therapist and a certified registered nurse anesthetist.