In today’s volatile political landscape, when someone says they are “far right” or “far left”, what images come to mind? The Proud Boys? Antifa? Riots? Bombings?
People associated with those activities are considered “terrorists” by our federal government. Both groups, however polarized in their beliefs, still share commonalities.
The U.S. Department of Justice has published its own opinion of extreme political groups, stating “Both groups exploit legitimate political issues to attract members… and recruit from military and prison populations.”
Their similarities don’t end there.
The types of crimes they commit are similar and “include bombings, murder of law enforcement officers, and attacks on government installations.”
Our government can see that even in extreme cases, people who are passionate about their beliefs think similarly. Both groups believe fervently in their cause and can justify their actions, however extreme.
Website Diffen.com, calling itself "The worlds’ largest collection of unbiased comparisons." states that the fundamental differences between right and left wing ideologies are "The Rights of Individuals vs. The Power of Government."
“Left wing advocates believe in entitlement programs such as universal health care, food stamps, free public education and heavily regulated industry.” says Diffen.com.
On the other hand, “Right wing advocates favor lower-cost, free-market healthcare, 401(k) retirement plans versus Social Security, lower taxes and reduced government spending.”
Even when using those seemingly moderate definitions, there still seems to be little common ground.
So, where can we agree? Haven’t most Americans, Republican, Democrat (and Undecided) all seen higher gas and food prices, skyrocketing heating oil costs, while their paychecks are stretched thin?
Can we agree there are career politicians who spend decades in office, often serving themselves instead of their constituents? School board members, not parents are deciding what children can and cannot read.
Our government’s answer to its monumental debt seems to be simply printing more money, and then increasing our taxes.
Convention of States Action believes that government is bloated, over reaching and in desperate need of reform.
COSA supports three major tenets as their underlying goals:
1- Curbing the never ending government debt.
2- Term limits on politicians.
3- Less government overreach.
Patriots, get on board and sign the petition to give power back to We The People!
