A Democracy is two wolfs and a sheep voting on what's for dinner.

@1_Moretime

9 жыл бұрын

Lmao! Very true tho

@bigfnnuke

9 жыл бұрын

A Republic is a well armed sheep contesting the vote.

@kawikahokulani

9 жыл бұрын

A Republic is everyone, wolves or sheeps, get their own damn dinner and bring it to the table....with their own rifle that bagged whatever they are eating for dinner that night.

@joesimon2018

4 жыл бұрын

A Republic is two sheep and a wolf deciding what's for dinner....but the wolf gets 3 votes and one of the sheep is bribing him

@jeffwilde44

3 жыл бұрын

the canadian people ,,,our destruction is here

Perhaps removing the Pledge of Allegiance from public school was a step to convince youngsters that we are NOT a Republic. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America, and to the "REPUBLIC" for which it stands.. Mr. Henrichs, thank you for your time and effort.

@ridetn7695

3 жыл бұрын

That pledge was made by a socialist, it in no way embodies the spirit of the constitution which advocated succession and not an indivisible nation.

"Monarchy degenerates into tyranny, aristocracy into oligarchy, and democracy into savage violence and chaos" Polybius

@lindabergman3127

4 жыл бұрын

Yep 👍

The U.S.A.'s Constitution clearly shows the U.S. as a Republic, Article 4, Section 4 of the U.S. Constitution

@lindabergman3127

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely 👏👏👏👏

I had this argument with an anti-gun friend last night. I told him the whole point of a Constitutional Republic was to protect the rights of the minority from the despotism of the majority. He flat out said it was not, and that the will of the majority is law. I told him that if 51% of the populace approved of reinstating slavery, then in his view it would be totally cool. He didn't address that point at all and diverted. These hypocrite liberals claim to care about civil rights, but only if they are ones they like.

@Mockturtlesoup1

9 жыл бұрын

but...that's how it is in a republic as well. that's how it was(slavery being legal) in our republic from the time our country was founded until the end of the civil war. i think you(and/or your friend, as well as some other people on this page) are confusing democracies, with cultural relativism.

@SicQueldorei

8 жыл бұрын

+Mockturtlesoup1 You're forgetting that slavery wasn't voted out of existence by a simple majority but rather made unlawful via a constitutional amendment that required 2/3rds of both houses of congress to pass and 3/4ths of the states to adopt. THAT is NOT democracy.

@tay2229

6 жыл бұрын

And those members of Congress were elected by the people. Had the people elected pro-slavery members then that amendment wouldn't have been added. It's like saying the the UK isn't a democracy because the National Health Service came into being via the votes of the (democratically elected) members of Parliament rather than being directly voted upon by the people.

@trevorbeaverfan

6 жыл бұрын

Well in a republic, the minority is also represented to. Representative Democracy is mob rule through elected officials.

@CorneliusFahey

5 жыл бұрын

Soulman1282 Well said. I’ve used that same argument many times. The truth can’t be refuted.

Since the beginning of my life I have always heard the word Democracy used to describe The United States. It has been a long time since I have learned something I believed to be true my whole life was in fact not true. Thank you for your insight Mr. Henrichs.

"Tyranny naturally arises out of Democracy"- Plato

@jeffwilde44

3 жыл бұрын

so true canada has fallen ...we are in the beginning of civil war

In a democracy, sovereignty lies with the majority. In a REPUBLIC, sovereignty lies with the individual. PERIOD.

The real important issue is what maintains a republic, and that is an involved, educated, and vigilant populace. The majority of people have little to no concern on what is going on politically in this country and are in all respects, due to apathy or laziness, utterly disengaged with federal and local governing decisions. At the same time you also have a sizable amount of individuals that see government as the savior and remedy for the ills of society or within their personal lives. Far too many people are willing to fasten the yolk of tyranny fast upon their own necks without proper consideration of what they lose with such propositions. Unless this trend deviates from its continuous course, those shackles will ensnare us all as victims of circumstance.

@lindabergman3127

4 жыл бұрын

Sad but true 🤪far too many ppls I've tried talking too cares for nothing but concerts,their football games n shopping malls🙄 majority don't want to hear truths n refuse to face reality

@allengrant

4 жыл бұрын

Patrick : Regrettably, you are 100% correct.

The founding fathers had all read Plato's Republic. They all understood that democracy inevitably led to tyranny and that was odious to them. They wanted to establish a government that served natural law by promoting moral good. To that end, Jefferson changed Locke's formulation. The pursuit of happiness is fundamental to liberty. It is not some mean, venal thing that can be won by majority vote. It is a blood bond of rectitude and why we have (?) a republic.

Bravo sir! Thank you for sharing this in a video. I have for years argued the case and watching you articulate this in a short informative video brings me great joy - long live the Republic!

@lindabergman3127

4 жыл бұрын

Same here 😁👍

again, very well worded simply the truth. i especially liked the government "service" argument. keep doing what you're doing reid. i'm following closely. educating myself. getting more dangerous to incompetent tyrants. words=power=knowledge i'd vote for you in 2016

@lindabergman3127

4 жыл бұрын

I love these cold hard truths👏👏👏👏👏

Reid, THANK YOU!!! I have been trying to teach the sheeple for years. If it's OK with you, I'll just have them watch this! MOLON LABE!

Reid is speaking of these words from the historical perspective of our founders. Our language has been manipulated to the point where people unwittingly end up defending contrary, bad ideas. Don't be a tool. There's a reason why the nation was set up this way, and it remains relevant in our present circumstance.

It pisses me off everyday when I hear the news spewing the garbage "we are a democracy"

The other day when you asked what kind of videos you wondered we would like to see more of oh, this is exactly the type of stuff! Basic clarification of things that people who have taken American history and or read a few books I know to be the truth but most citizens have been brainwashed otherwise and this is a great tool to easily show them the truth! Thank you and God bless you sir for being a true patriot. Keep up the great work 👍

Spread the truth. A very large part of our problem today is that so many people do not know these basic lessons that you are teaching.

I've watched numerous times and to this day I think it is the best video you have produced . thank you so much Reid.

Reid I am so glad I have found your channel. We share a lot of very similar beliefs. I am always correcting people when they say we live in a democracy. Its unbelievable to me that so many people living in this country dont understand the difference between democracy and a republic. I like to think and hope that our country is not too far gone and that one day we can get this republic back on track the way our founding fathers intended. Thank you!!!

Reid, thanks very much for bringing our great countrys' history back to the front of conversation and knowledge.

Ried love these kinds of vids! Keep them coming! My hope is that people who have misconceptions of our country and history find your vids. Thank you.

Long live the republic continue to educate. Well done!

Excellent History lesson, I wish more people knew and understood this. Thanks for sharing.

Good Job.... You Da Man Brother................. You're nailin it better than any. Love gaining the Knowledge, the View, and Delivery. Thanks. Us Patriots mostly all understand what you're saying...... The Rest, the Majority, will never wake up.

Great video Reid. Too many people don't understand this, and that's why we are so screwed up as a country right now.

Thank you so much for this post Reid.

Thank you Reid, I really wish I had more teachers like you in school, you're knowledgeable and passionate about history which is lacking in today's world. I really appreciate your videos and also I've managed to get my 11 year old to watch and like and also my 5 year old watches with me. Keep up the great work.

Thank you so much for this wonderful video! It is clear that most people in our nation completely lack a basic understanding of hermeneutics. Furthermore, people now believe that an audience's interpretation defines a text, but you and I both know that the contrary is too true. An author's intent defines and solidifies the meaning of the text. It is sad that Americans do not know what type of government they're founders fought so hard to build. Thank you so much for being the voice of reason, truth, and doing so and kindness. Many blessings to you and thank you for your work! Cheers

Thank you again for your great videos!

It's very refreshing to hear sane and informed dialog on these grave issues. If more people on the perceived right took the time to be this clear many liberals would probably change their position.

Your word's are very strong but I learned something out of each video u are well spoken & and you stay on point that's y I watch all your videos thank u

Something I have explained many many times... How I wish I had a teacher or professor like yourself in high school or college...keep it coming I believe you will be building one of the finest channels on you tube!

Great job Reid keep up the good work. Long live the republic

@lindabergman3127

4 жыл бұрын

Amen to that 🤩

I do find this information valuable. Thanks for taking the time to share.

Thank you Reid, that was the best explanation of a republic and a democracy I ever heard. I correct people all the time, it drives me nuts when people do that. We have to know history or bad history will repeat it self just like it's doing again right now. i can see you have a real passion for history which is great for us. I wish i had a teacher like you when i was in school. You are such a asset to our community. Thanks Again

Reid, I am really enjoying your channel and these videos. Thank you very much for taking the time to do them. Very informative! Thanks man.

Keep up the great work Reid. Love your videos.

Great info, Reid - you are a true and sincere poet-warrior!

As always Reid, bravo. Thumbs way up(sootch00 voice)!

Excellent video my friend. Glad someone is standing up and telling the truth.

Right on Reid! Drives me nuts when I hear people, including people in positions that should know better, refer to our country as a democracy.

Thx Reid. adding this to our home school curriculum.

Always love hearing you teach brother.. I got lucky enough to have you as an instructor at every class i ever took.. if you need anything at all brother just let me know.. Im gonna start saving money now for the first class you offer! ( hoping thats in the works anyway). good luck with everything my friend

Very succinct explanation. Very educational. Thank you.

Great info and topic! I dig what your doing with your channel reid. Keep up the great work and i will keep watching and sharing hoping to spread the logic and knowledge.

Thanks for posting this, I try and "kindly" correct everyone that I hear getting it wrong

Awesome video!!!!!! Thank you.

Watched the old version (long version?) and this enjoy it and refresh my memory (talking points) with it.

Reid, You're 100% Correct! Keep up the good work man!

Great to see Reid's gun and defense video's, but even more I love his history and civics videos. So very astute. Every student from young to old should know what Reid knows about the things he teaches here.

@lindabergman3127

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed 💯 👍

Thank you Reid!!!

Good stuff Reid!

Democracy is also absent from all the state constitutions. Great video Reid. From the Republic of CA

I really enjoyed your "A Republic... If You Can Keep It" presentation that went into this subject in more depth. I would very much like to see a video that went into the details of when / why our leaders, teachers, etc. started calling our government a Democracy. I have not found much information on this myself.

I learned something today. Thank you

I love the comments. People, mostly United States people, talking about things that matter. Awesome to just watch

Great video. Very informative!

another great vid Reid. Keep them coming. This isn't being taught any longer in the school system. CA is full of direct democracy. its a shame

Reid, thanks for another great video. I would like to see a video about the role of the media then and now - the role print media in particular played during the debate that culminated in the Declaration of Independence. It seems that a responsible Media has a role in stimulating debate and spreading ideas being put forth - telling all sides of the story in an impartial way. One could even say that an honest and impartial Media has a crucial role to play in an open society and that a censored, biased or compromised media is a harbinger of Authoritarianism.

I learned something today - thanks Reid.

good stuff, please do more like and history lessons as well. I will put on your video on and listen to you teach me history as i do other things. I won't sit down and read hard to read literature. You are a teacher please continue to teach those of us that learn better by hearing and seeing.

As always I really enjoy your videos. You are up on my list of guys I would like to buy a beer for. I would mention that most people don't understand what "the rule of law" is in The United States. Laws are meant to protect the natural rights of the citizens. The "rule of law" in this country is a very nice list of basic rights that we SHOULD be holding to a very high regard. Maybe a video explaining the rule of law and how today we have many "laws" that actually suppress the original "rule of law".

Excellent stuff sir. Thanks for making it.

I would have loved to sit in on your college history classes. Great Job.

love the historic aspect from these videos and the references given

Said already... worth repeating... "I pledge Allegiance... And to the REPUBLIC for which it stands..." I'm liking this message and some of the other points of reference. Sub'd and looking forward to more thoughtful commentary and perspective.

Thanks for posting this👍🤩🤩🤩🤩

Very well put. Simple explanation.

Thank you!

Well said Reid! You have made some excellent points here. :)

Very well said Reid. I agree

Thanks! I shared and liked.

Awesome vid!!! Very educational. Thank you, Reid. Where are the outakes?

Dude, love your long curly hair 😍 Nice video and deep topic 👏

Thanks Reid

Reid !!! I found it difficult to read the qoutes you included. Yellow diddid not come out well with a beige background. Consider changing the color so we can read along. Thanks, love what you are doing.

My grandfather had to explain this same thing to me when I was a kid, because I too, mistakenly thought we lived in a democracy, after that, I understood the importance of the vast difference between the two, and why we must not blur the lines that differentiate.

The average age of the world's great civilizations has been two hundred years.These nations have progressed through this sequence: from bondage to spiritual faith, from spiritual Faith to great courage, from courage to liberty, from liberty to abundance, from abundance to selfishness, from selfishness to complacency, from complacency to apathy, from apathy to dependency, from dependency back to bondage.- Alexander Fraser Tytler (1742-1813) Can you tell where we are now?

@jeffwilde44

3 жыл бұрын

no country in all time has made 248 yrs before revolution ..thats why its called revolution .because it revolves right bback in your face because democracy only becomes tyranny plato

I implore everybody to read The Federalist Papers.

@goriverman

8 жыл бұрын

+stchrbarrow I have and it's a very hard read but very enlightening.

Subscribed! I'm interested on your take regarding the current events involved with a nuke treaty with Iran. I was reading through Federalist #75 and now I'm not sure what to think...

Bravo!!!!! Reid for president!!!!

Thank you

Excellent video, Reid!

@boutcha1

9 жыл бұрын

leadpersuasion Wouldn't it be great to sit and have a cup of coffee with Reid. He's a smart and Great Patriot!

Excellent!!

thank you Reid for this informative video your videos are always awesome i'm one of those who was always thinking that America was and is Democratic country not a Republican the Republican guarantee your Freedom from all aspects i thought being Republic means that your freedom is soo limited but no, Old America is all about protecting rights and dignity of the society, protecting the ethics and the traditions and identities the Founding Fathers wanted the people to take care of themselves by themselves not the way around, also they want the whole society to participate on monitoring and caring the Freedom Tree all the time i didn't know about the Government being a Volunteer Job not a Full-Time Job or a Career, this is a HUGE difference and they were paying from their own pocket to attend the meetings it boil my blood Reid when i see nowadays politicians been spoiled with money all the time when in fact they are just scums like they say there's a huge difference between the Sky and Dirt God have mercy on all the Founding Fathers and their families please dear God put them in heaven beside you and let them enjoy your company and let us be with them also Amen

That was a great speech and you definitely made lots of good, true statements, but I wish you would've also talked about the dangers of mob rule, mass hysteria, and how the majority can be very wrong in democracy

Amen brother!

Right on.

Thanks reid

Great video!

Well done sir!

keep em coming !

DAM keep up the good work MR...

Well said.

Reid Henrichs for president!!!

Tried to find that original talk you gave on this subject, which was outstanding so I could share it but nothing is left on the other channel. Any copies?

Excellent video man!

"Life, liberty and property do not exist because men have made laws. On the contrary, it was the fact that life, liberty, and property existed beforehand that caused men to make laws in the first place." Frederic Bastiat

just yes.... it is about time people knew that we are a form of Republic, not a Democracy... how many out there believe they have a say in EVERY issue that comes up at the federal level? I know several and cannot convince them otherwise, though they will acknowledge things like the Patriot Act.... sheep.... I feel bad for them, educating them hasn't even helped... now I have a simple tool I can use, this video, Thanks Reid

Are we not more like a plutocracy? Great video by the way.