Time: Tue Oct 14 06:17:39 1997 by primenet.com (8.8.5/8.8.5) with ESMTP id GAA14785; Tue, 14 Oct 1997 06:17:28 -0700 (MST) by smtp03.primenet.com (8.8.7/8.8.7) id GAA15513; Tue, 14 Oct 1997 06:16:36 -0700 (MST) via SMTP by smtp03.primenet.com, id smtpd015493; Tue Oct 14 13:16:22 1997 Date: Tue, 14 Oct 1997 06:15:16 -0700 To: (Recipient list suppressed) From: Paul Andrew Mitchell [address in tool bar] Subject: SLS: Judge's Ten Commandments Dear America, In my heart, I believe the First Amendment has a spiritual dimension, which is often overlooked. It is evident to me that, working as it should, the First Amendment prohibits government from interposing itself between mankind (both genders) and the Most High; it thus frees Us to seek, and find, our own paths back to our Maker, without needing to struggle with, and stumble over, the competition for authority which inevitably arises from abuse of governmental powers. There is, then, a danger that arises when Our government even appears to endorse, or approve, of any particular religion. It is one thing to find, as a matter of history, that America was initially populated by earnest People who professed the Christian faith, as opposed, say, to Islam, Hinduism, or what have you. It would not be improper for a court to find, as a matter of fact, that this was indeed the case. On the other hand, to say that America is a Christian nation, and to make such a declaration "official" in any way, runs the risk of alienating others who might interpret such a policy, as one which discourages all other religions from practicing faith, in America. This has, clearly, a chilling effect expressly prohibited by the First Amendment proper. I believe the answer to this dilemma is to be found in the spirit of the Statue of Liberty, and not in the letter of any statutes or codes. America has always been famous for its staunch, even jealous, adherence to religious freedom. Many immigrants, over two centuries, have fled to America, and found harbor from the religious persecution they have suffered in their own lands. And so, they sought to make America their new land, often at immense, incalculable personal sacrifice. Accordingly, if Christian Americans should ever stand in their way, we would surely cease, at that very moment, to be Christian in any respect whatsoever. "Give Me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses, yearning to breathe free ... "The wretched refuse of your teeming shore." "Come to Me, all of you who hunger and thirst for justice, and you shall be satisfied." I can only end this message with a statement that was published in the manual for new citizens, by the Immigration and Naturalization Service, as late as the year 1990. The power of this statement is evident in its ability to move me, time and time again, no matter how many times I read it: [This text is formatted in Courier 11, non-proportional spacing.] We don't need to reach far back into another century to find proof that the People are sovereign. In a Department of Justice manual revised in the year 1990 (Document No. M-230), the meaning of American Citizenship was described with these eloquent and moving words by the Commissioner of Immigration and Naturalization: "You are no longer a subject of a government!" The Meaning of American Citizenship Commissioner of Immigration and Naturalization Today you have become a citizen of the United States of America. You are no longer an Englishman, a Frenchman, an Italian, a Pole. Neither are you a hyphenated-American -- a Polish-American, an Italian-American. You are no longer a subject of a government. Henceforth, you are an integral part of this Government -- a free man -- a Citizen of the United States of America. This citizenship, which has been solemnly conferred on you, is a thing of the spirit -- not of the flesh. When you took the oath of allegiance to the Constitution of the United States, you claimed for yourself the God-given unalienable rights which that sacred document sets forth as the natural right of all men. You have made sacrifices to reach this desired goal. We, your fellow citizens, realize this, and the warmth of our welcome to you is increased proportionately. However, we would tincture it with friendly caution. As you have learned during these years of preparation, this great honor carries with it the duty to work for and make secure this longed-for and eagerly-sought status. Government under our Constitution makes American citizenship the highest privilege and at the same time the greatest responsibility of any citizenship in the world. The important rights that are now yours and the duties and responsibilities attendant thereon are set forth elsewhere in this manual. It is hoped that they will serve as a constant reminder that only by continuing to study and learn about your new country, its ideals, achievements, and goals, and by everlastingly working at your citizenship can you enjoy its fruits and assure their preservation for generations to follow. May you find in this Nation the fulfillment of your dreams of peace and security, and may America, in turn, never find you wanting in your new and proud role of Citizen of the United States. [Basic Guide to Naturalization and Citizenship] [Immigration and Naturalization Service] [U.S. Department of Justice] [page 265, emphasis added] [As quoted in "The Federal Zone: Cracking the Code of Internal Revenue," electronic seventh edition, Chapter 11: Sovereignty] # # # /s/ Paul Mitchell, Author, Counselor at Law, federal witness http://supremelaw.com At 01:27 AM 10/14/97 -0400, you wrote: > >-> SearchNet's SNETNEWS Mailing List > > >In a message dated 10/13/97 7:57:07 PM, jimbear2@juno.com (James P Nagle) >wrote: > ><< >-> SearchNet's SNETNEWS Mailing List > > Since Mitchell mentioned it in his most recent post about Mike Kemp >(BTW, Mitchell, I think it's obvious someone threatened him or his >family), I thought i'd pose the following question. > Now we all know what a big "hero" this judge is for not only displaying >the Ten Commandments, but for also refusing to take them down when >ordered to do so. Now, my question is, what do you think would have >happened if it had been a symbol or writing from another religion, say >Wicca? Or the Native American Church? Would there have been so much >support (up to the Governor threaten to call out the national guard), or >would some so-called "christian" fanatic have gunned the judge down in >his own driveway? Or burned down/blown up the court house? > The "christians" love to say there's no such thing as separation of >church and state. It seems they have conveniently forgotten that this >country was founded by people who were fleeing total domination by the >church in their "home" country. > And yes, I do believe in God, but because of the hypocrisy, >holier-than-thou self righteousness, and complete arrogance displayed by >the majority of the "christian" church, I can not believe in >"christianity". > I imagine my point will be well proven by the responses I get. I hope to >start an intelligent discussion about this, but i'm sure i'll get mostly >ridicule and insult (the favorite tools of those with nothing intelligent >to say). > > Jim > >-> Send "subscribe snetnews " to majordomo@world.std.com >-> Posted by: jimbear2@juno.com (James P Nagle)>> > >*** Jim, an exellent list/study group is the Pret list which discusses many >things, among others, the issues you raise. I recommend it, subscribe at: >inknews@acsnet.com >Michael Smith >A Believer@aol.com > >-> Send "subscribe snetnews " to majordomo@world.std.com >-> Posted by: ABeliever@aol.com > > > =========================================================================== Paul Andrew Mitchell, Sui Juris : Counselor at Law, federal witness 01 B.A.: Political Science, UCLA; M.S.: Public Administration, U.C.Irvine 02 tel: (520) 320-1514: machine; fax: (520) 320-1256: 24-hour/day-night 03 email: [address in tool bar] : using Eudora Pro 3.0.3 on 586 CPU 04 website: http://supremelaw.com : visit the Supreme Law Library now 05 ship to: c/o 2509 N. Campbell, #1776 : this is free speech, at its best 06 Tucson, Arizona state : state zone, not the federal zone 07 Postal Zone 85719/tdc : USPS delays first class w/o this 08 _____________________________________: Law is authority in written words 09 As agents of the Most High, we came here to establish justice. 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