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Keeping Freedom on Track The concept of freedom to us includes the ability to express one’s views and opinions in such a manner that is safe for his own person and those people around him. http://www.hankinslawrenceimages.com/dc/hli_dc2_std.jpg People get the chance at equal rights and a better life Equal Opportunity No workplace discrimination No religious discrimination, etc. No Gender discrimination Opportunity to own property and possessions We do not have to hide our beliefs or freedoms Chance for higher education Extreme radicals that take advantage of the freedoms People start to believe they deserve things and do not work as hard People forget to appreciate the things they have been blessed with Government, when under proper control and following set guidelines Congress, Elected Officials Local Authorities, Law Enforcement, Military Documents: Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution http://www.princetonol.com/groups/iad/links/co.nstitution.html Radicals Terrorists Wars Overpowering Governments Impersonal, Selfish Officials Restrictive Laws and Regulations Discriminations Corrupt Mindsets oReligion oPowerful, controlling government oSeparation from Britain oRacism oSexism oEconomic/Political Freedom oMagna Carta oMayflower Compact oMartin Luther King post on church oConstitution oFundamental Orders of Connecticut Powerful government Overpowering monarchy Forced religion Underneath monarchy, people were not elected, but appointed by the king In War for Independence, people wanted to get away from a monarchial government. No representation in Britain Taxes Political Freedom: the absence of interference with the sovereignty of an individual by the use of coercion or aggression • Religious Freedom • Restlessness • Rules and regulations installed by the king • Political freedom • More opportunities and expansion • Prospect of new occupations and a different way of life http://stufffromthelab.wordpress.com/2007/11/12/why-did-the-pilgrims-come-to-the-new-world/ The main reason why the Pilgrims wanted to come over to America, was in prospect religious freedom. Freedom of Religion: A principal that supports the freedom of an individual or community, in public or private, to manifest religion or belief in teaching, practice, worship, and observance Inspiration for Our Generation So remember, Freedom is not a guarantee and should be cherished; not everyone has this blessing. Americans are fortunate because we have not had to deal with the persecution of a government that does not allow us opportunities and freedoms offered in the United States. Works Cited for Pictures & Information • Copyright 2010. 11 October 2010. http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://images.clipartof.com/thumbnails /97193-Royalty-Free-RF-Clipart-Illustration-Of-A-Black-And-White-EngravedStyled-Liberty-Bell. • http://www.waldcreations.com/lincoln.html • http://www.scandigital.com/blog/photo-scanning-services/picture-scanningold-photos-is-great-for-sharing-mt-rushmore%E2%80%99s-history/ • haxor/Patriotic_Eagle_Wallpaper_by_ipolle.jphttp://i298.photobucket.com/albu ms/mm243/irleetg • http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/freedom • Background from: http://www.christiansoldierscross.com • Background From: http://at-is.com • Background From: http://bloggerbackground.blogspot.com • http://www.vintage-american.com/holiday/independence-day/ the-star-spangled-banner-american-flag-postcard • Copyright 2010. 9 October 2010. http://thinkexist.com/search/searchquotation.asp?search=freedom&q= • http://www.regent.edu/general/library/about_the_library/news_publications/2007_08.c • http://www.millersantiquesguide.com/news/?p=63