Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found

British researchers have announced the discovery of a rare original copy of America's Declaration of Independence — just in time for the Fourth of July.

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The United States was not founded on Christian values. "In God We Trust" was not put on our currency until 1864. The founders didn't even have a pledge of allegiance; the pledge itself didn't emerge until 1892, and has been modified four times since.

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Healthcare Is Not A Right And Socialized Medicine Is Evil

Our rights, as stated in the Declaration of Independence, are the rights to life, liberty, property, and the pursuit of happiness. According to the Founding Fathers, we are not born with a right to a to free healthcare, free food, free car insurance, or "free" anything.

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Is the United States a Democracy or a Republic?

I frequently hear the claim, often by modern day politicians from both parties, that our nation is a democracy.

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Michigan Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop (R-Rochester) takes exception to the "angry mob" characterization of vocal opponents to the Democrat's health care plan.

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Celebrating the American Dream: July 4, 2009

I am penning this epistle just thirty-six miles from Vicksburg, Mississippi, the site of one of the most important, if not the most important, battles of the Civil War. There on July 4, 1863, General John C. Pemberton surrendered Vicksburg to General Ulysses S. Grant.

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The Meaning of the 4th of July for the African American

Every American, especially African Americans, should know the July 5, 1852 Frederick Dougless "The Meaning of July Fourth for the Negro" speech. From a Cultural Health perspective it is a basic American Cultural Literacy requirement. (Video)

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The Fourth of July: Not just about Fireworks and BBQs

It is that time of summer again where there are fireworks stands on nearly every street corner offering up their goods at different prices and most with enticing discounts. Family and friends gather together around backyards, at parks or beaches; even block parties are common.

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Each Fourth of July is celebrated in the time-honored way -- fireworks, parades, cookouts and, oh yes, recommitment to the fine principles laid out in the Declaration of Independence: those "self-evident" truths and "unalienable" rights.

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As school children we all learn of the significance of the Declaration of Independence.

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When we celebrate the Fourth of July, we are celebrating one of the most important political documents in the history of the world.

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A rare and extremely valuable copy of the United States Declaration of Independence has been discovered in Britain, it was announced today.

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A Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson

When, in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bonds which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of nature's God entitle the …

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The Unanimous Declaration of the 13 united States of America, 1776

Forsyth, GA - The Declaration of Independence As the forth of July 2009 approaches I thought it fitting to reproduce the words of our forefathers to remind us that not only is this declaration Good News but it would be even better news if every person took a few minutes to remind …

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A few Christian fundamentalists attempt to convince us to return to the Christianity of early America, yet according to the historian, Robert T. Handy, "No more than 10 percent-- probably less-- of Americans in 1800 were members of congregations."

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Should reform of the U.S. Government be the nation's highest priority?

The United States government is currently struggling under the weight of economic collapse, two wars, record business failures, rampant home foreclosures, high unemployment, uncontrolled immigration and extreme budget difficulties.

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Poisoned, Persecuted, and Tortured: American History Through the 'Christian Nation' Lens

If you search Newsvine for the tag "Christian Nation," you'll find plenty of articles on the subject.

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To Democrats and Republicans....Is Anybody There? Does Anybody Care?

When I was in fifth grade, I had the honor of having one of the best teachers to have ever entered the profession. Her name was Mrs. Hower. It was 1970, when children were still expected to be seen and not heard in the classroom. But not in Mrs. Hower's classroom.

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RICHMOND, Va. – A rare 1776 copy of the Declaration of Independence belongs to a Virginia technology entrepreneur, not the state of Maine, the Virginia Supreme Court ruled Friday. Richard Adams Jr.

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A Moment of Silence For Glenn Beck and James Dobson

Last week one of Glenn Becks televised rantings including Dr. James Dobson as a guest speaker attempted to tackle the issue of prayer in school in regards to the dissolution of a 'Moment of Silence' law in Illinois.

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Are you more knowledgeable than the average citizen? The average score for all 2,508 Americans taking the following test was 49%; college educators scored 55%. Can you do better? Questions were drawn from past ISI surveys, as well as other nationally recognized exams.

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The House Our Forefathers Built: The Declaration Of Independence

"All, too, will bear in mind this sacred principle, that though the will of the majority is in all cases to prevail, that will, to be rightful, must be reasonable; that the minority possess their equal rights, which equal laws must protect, and to violate which would be oppress …

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This sickens me to the core. Our founding fathers may not have been perfect men, but they held their belief in our Creator sacred. We have slowly become a nation of people who have slipped away from the truths written to declare this country what it is:

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The Reasons for our Independence

I am posting this so that we can be reminded. Reminded about the causes our founding fathers were fighting against. Reminded about how many people gave the breath, their blood, and their lives, so that we might all have an equal say in how we are governed.

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This is a 15 minute video. I call upon you to take the time to watch it, and learn about where and why your country began. While not wholly the same, there are parallels that can be drawn between circumstances today, and then.

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Thomas Paine was a writer, agitator, Anglo-American revolutionary, and professional troublemaker. They certainly don't make 'em like him any more ... Here's the life story of one of the most colorful characters of the American Revolution:

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