Constitution Day, September 17
by Arctic Bronco on Sep 17, 2008 2:46 PM MDT
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PrintToday, September 17, is Constitution Day. Our Constitution was ratified on September 17, 1787. I apologize for going off topic, but the significance of this document cannot be understated. The Constitution is the document that ratified the concerns of the States and allowed them to coexist in peace and prosperity. This happened because the Constitutional Convention provided a forum for the worlds’ leading practitioners on the development of the principles of a constitutional republic to share and develop their ideas.
Although two freedoms that are near and dear to the heart of most MHR participants; freedom of speech and freedom of the press, are not mentioned in the Constitution, that document did set the stage for the establishment of those freedoms. If you would like to learn more about the Constitution, please go to: http://www.constitutionfacts.com/
The site is full of historical facts and quotes about the Constitution. My favorite is a quote from Benjamin Franklin:
As Benjamin Franklin left the Pennsylvania State House after the final meeting of the Constitutional Convention on September 17, 1787, he was approached by the wife of the mayor of Philadelphia. She was curious as to what the new government would be. Franklin replied, “A republic, madam. If you can keep it.”
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Thank you for this Arctic!
A government limited by objective law, greatest political discovery in the history of mankind.
Mountains, forest, sea: these render man fierce, but yet do not destroy the man.
by Jeremy Bolander on Sep 17, 2008 3:05 PM MDT reply actions
Because of our constitution...
…people like raider fans have a right to assemble and say profane things and act stupidly. They should be grateful to live in a free country. Most countries would not tolerate the raiders or their fans.
: )
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
Lately
they have have been more classy than the bolt whiners (I cant believe I just said that).
But our constitution is the best document in the free world. It guarantees freedoms every person should have. Ive been around this great big world and am always glad when I returned to the best place on the planet. As much as I rail against the MSM (they are biased I wont change that line of thinking cuz its true) I am glad we have a media thats not controlled by the govt.
Love is a razor and I have walked the line on that silver blade
by broncfanstuckinsd on Sep 17, 2008 3:16 PM MDT up reply actions
I approve this message.
If God is not a Bronco fan, then WHY are sunsets Blue and Orange? - Jon Tollerud 5/22/08
Too funny
But if there were no Raider fans then who would we hate?
"How do the berries taste Ralph?" Bart Simpson
"They taste like burning." Ralph Wigam
Broncoman
My friend....
…When we are on top, others can hate us. We won’t have to waste time with hate. We’ll be too busy polishing our Lombardi trophy.
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 17, 2008 3:41 PM MDT up reply actions
But I thought all the raider fanz were locked up?????
I always assumed that the attendance at the black hole was part of their work release plan, is that wrong? Are they really allowed to live amongst us?
by Arctic Bronco on Sep 17, 2008 3:48 PM MDT up reply actions
Good question!
The real reason that raider games have terrible attendence is not because most fans are in jail (as many believe). The truth is more interesting:
1) When forced to put their money where their mouths are, raiders fans don’t like to spend money to see a losing product. They brag about their team, but really know better.
2) Most raider fans are mentaly ill, and institutionalized. They need our pity, not our smarmy comments about being in jail.
raider fans do live amongst us. While many are picked up and placed in group homes, the vast majority look ugly, but are harmless. And remember, when you adopt a raider fan for a pet, it can grow to large to take care of. Make sure you get it spayed or nuetered.
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 17, 2008 4:03 PM MDT up reply actions
You crack me up HT! Nicely put!
"If Denver beats us, I'll walk back to Detroit" - Alex Karras
by Denver Diehard on Sep 18, 2008 1:26 AM MDT up reply actions
Because of our constitution....
…guilty people go free. (Just giving HT a little gas). I totally love our Constitution and would take to the streets to defend it.
I've had a lot of troubles in my life, but most of them never happened. Mark Twain.
Great!
Throw on a badge and a six shooter and watch my back!
: )
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 12:35 PM MDT up reply actions
Got the six shooter
Wouldn’t mind the badge. Although I’m a bit too gray for it, I’m afraid.
I've had a lot of troubles in my life, but most of them never happened. Mark Twain.
Ok.
You drive and shoot. I’ll just flash the badge and shoot. Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy can eat their hearts out!
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 3:15 PM MDT up reply actions
I get ...
.. to be Nick Nolte! Loved him in Mulholland Falls.
I've had a lot of troubles in my life, but most of them never happened. Mark Twain.
Uhm, Nick had the badge.
I’LL be Nick. lol
: )
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 3:46 PM MDT up reply actions
But I look more like Nick..
…I think. Coupla old, worn guys.
I've had a lot of troubles in my life, but most of them never happened. Mark Twain.
Ok, you be Nick.
I want to be Christian Bale. But I get to wear the Bat Man outfit too.
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 5:02 PM MDT up reply actions
Sorry
Ern (can’t think of his last name right now (Hudson?) who was a County Sheriff in Indiana for a lot of years.
If there's gonna be a collision, you better start it. Larry Csonka..
No.
Does he know Bat Man? : )
I’ve only been in this line of work less than a year. Before this, I was an investigator for pharmacutical theft for a hospital system. I don’t know many folks outside of the locals yet.
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 6:04 PM MDT up reply actions
Ern is now the Undersheriff...
…for Larimer County, and a good guy. Just thought you might know him.
If there's gonna be a collision, you better start it. Larry Csonka..
Constitution Day also means its Ron Paul Day....
after all, he is the only politician still trying to adhere to the Constitution. :P
I couldn’t help it…I really couldn’t help it! lol
If God is not a Bronco fan, then WHY are sunsets Blue and Orange? - Jon Tollerud 5/22/08
That's ok Zap.
I imagine RP can’t help it either.
: )
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 17, 2008 3:45 PM MDT up reply actions
you have been flagged...LOL
fader nation is a conquered nation
"Jerry Jones is Al Davis with a smile!"
The creator of the following names: conquered fader nation, Phyllis and his merry men
agree........I'm afraid it might be too late for even Paul.
Broncos broncos everywhere and all the league did blink,
Broncos broncos everywhere think moldy faiders stink!
How about the preamble...Here it is.
We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
Years and Years ago there was an ABC thing that happened between Saturday morning cartoons. It was called, “School House Rock”
One of the songs was the Preamble—it is still in my head.
My favorite however was, “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly get your adverbs here.”
That song is still in my brain.
and don’t make fun af me for still watching cartoons as a teenager.
Broncos broncos everywhere and all the league did blink,
Broncos broncos everywhere think moldy faiders stink!
school house rock
my favorite was conjucntion junction (hows that function)
Love school house rock. I always felt sorry for the bill.
Love is a razor and I have walked the line on that silver blade
by broncfanstuckinsd on Sep 17, 2008 6:01 PM MDT up reply actions
bronc......sd
I wish I had those funny songs on a CD. It was like real history, real grammer, and some things that were no longer being taught.
Broncos broncos everywhere and all the league did blink,
Broncos broncos everywhere think moldy faiders stink!
ebay
Lots of VHS with your favorite hits. Just a coupla abucks.
Mountains, forest, sea: these render man fierce, but yet do not destroy the man.
by Jeremy Bolander on Sep 17, 2008 6:46 PM MDT up reply actions
I have a School House Rock...
2 DVD set. My daughter loves it.
My personal favorite was “Figure Eight”. “Noun”, Verb", and “Shot Heard ’Round the World” are close seconds.
And yes, even doing my post grad in Poli Sci, I remembered the preamble (as well as “Bill” becoming "Law) because of the sing songy lyrics. : )
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 7:40 AM MDT up reply actions
How could I forget "Interjections!"
“HOORAY! I’m for the other team!” and “HEY! It’s not fair, giving a guy a shot down there!”
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 7:42 AM MDT up reply actions
Yes...Noun--Every person place or thing...
I have so many songs in my head now I can’t focus.
Broncos broncos everywhere and all the league did blink,
Broncos broncos everywhere think moldy faiders stink!
School House Rock Rocks!
I’m just a bill was a classic
Kids Stuff on Sirius Satellite Radio plays all the SHR songs….
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Can you get your adverbs there?
I know that Father, Son, and Lolly sell there adverbs here.
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 12:36 PM MDT up reply actions
I belive the Lolly song is still in the 'Top Ten' in la-la-land.
Broncos broncos everywhere and all the league did blink,
Broncos broncos everywhere think moldy faiders stink!
Very nicely done!
"Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep" Defoe
by Steve Nichols on Sep 18, 2008 5:02 PM MDT up reply actions
What a country!
Even styg’s Sarahliscious governor can be niminated for Veep!
That’s ok with me. We’re playing for wins, not media publicity....HT 9/11/08
I like Saracuda myself. . . .
Love is a razor and I have walked the line on that silver blade
by broncfanstuckinsd on Sep 18, 2008 12:17 PM MDT up reply actions
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