Oppression and Privilege

As we prepare to celebrate the birth of our nation, we should give serious thought about the forces that could bring about its demise, and what we need to do to keep America strong.

It is not Al Qaeda and other foreign mad men who no doubt are plotting the next act of terror against America that pose the greatest threats. It is not Iran, North Korea, or some other nation that is stockpiling its nuclear arsenal.

Rather, the greatest threats to a safe, free, and healthy America are of our own making. We have seen the signs for some time now.

The Supreme Court ruling on the Affordable Care Act, the healthcare policy passed by the Obama administration more than two years ago, has declared a historic piece of legislation constitutional and will finally make it possible for most Americans, whether white, black, brown, or yellow to have access to healthcare.