Tag Archives: Patriotism

Happy Flag Day, 2021

Posted on June 14, 2021 by The Political Hat

     Happy Flag Day!      Apologies for not posting a Flag Day post last year. I blame Corona-chan.      There are many historical flags associated with the United States, particularly during the War of Independence.      One such flag is the Guilford Courthouse Flag. … Continue reading →

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Legislative Update: Texas vs. Critical Race Theory

Posted on May 19, 2021 by The Political Hat

     Of the many states that are considering or have passed legislation to stop the teaching of Critical Race Theory in schools, the biggest so far is Texas, who because of their population size is overly influential with school text book … Continue reading →

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Why Proportional Representation For Congress Is Unwise

Posted on February 5, 2021 by The Political Hat

     A non-American asked in a Redddit thread recently in regards to national American elections “Wouldn’t it be easier to just switch to proportional representation”. Below are my responses, in part, outlining why this is not only the opposite of “easy” … Continue reading →

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     The “Model State Constitution” has been around, with revisions, for 100 years now.  As someone who used to read current and former state constitutions for fun and relaxation, I’ve found the “model” constitution to be lacking and not especially good … Continue reading →

Posted on January 20, 2021 by The Political Hat | 1 Comment

12 Posts of Christmas, 2020 (Day 11)

Posted on December 23, 2020 by The Political Hat

     A little Christmas message for our enemies around the world. Tweet

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Happy Bill of Rights Day!

Posted on December 15, 2020 by The Political Hat

     Today is the 229th anniversary of the first ten amendments to the Constitution coming into effect. The original Bill of Rights contained a preamble stating that the clauses were “declaratory and restrictive” — i.e. they restricted the Federal Government and … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving for 2020!

Posted on November 26, 2020 by The Political Hat

     This Thanksgiving let us eschew politics for at least one day while we enjoy tasty turkey, the company of kith & kin (provided you can avoid being busted by the COVID-Cops), and marvel at the 500th anniversary of the Mayflower … Continue reading →

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For Those Who Remain, Still

Posted on November 11, 2020 by The Political Hat

     Though begun as “Armistice Day,” Veterans Day has expanded in the United States as a day for all those brave men and women who fight to keep us free.      On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th … Continue reading →

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An Election Musical Interlude

Posted on November 5, 2020 by The Political Hat

     While the counting of ballot continues and continues, let us enjoy an apropos musical interlude. Tweet

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An Old But Salient Message For Everyone Post-Election

Posted on November 4, 2020 by The Political Hat

     For most Americans, nothing really changed between Tuesday and Wednesday. They voted and then went on with their lives. For some people who give all their heart and emotional energy in the outcome of a single election, they either became … Continue reading →

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