What do we have in common?

[HelpinUtah]

I went to Glenn Beck's "Common Sense" tour last night at a movie theater here (it was live from Missouri).  One thing that really stood out to me was Glenn saying (paraphrasing) "can't we just find the things we have in common and run with that?"  We keep giving ourselves labels of Republican, Democrat, Conservative, Liberal and the list goes on.  But, those of us who are Americans - aren't we Americans first!?  I would say that we have more in common than we have different when it comes to the basics of freedom and the love of our country.  I can understand saying that someone has a conservative view or liberal view on things - but should that tear us apart?  I don't believe in abortion - but does that mean I can't agree with someone who does believe in abortion on other issues!?  I personally believe we have more in common than we have different.  That was Glenn's major message last night!  He also explained the history of America in such a fabulous and inspiring way - I left there feeling energized and excited to be an American - it brought tears to my eyes!   He said that if we all found the common ground we would be able to accomplish so much more than the fighting over what party is correct and better!  Because quite frankly, both parties have lost their way as far as what's best for us "the People!"  Let's get back to the basics and become accountable for our own actions and stop blaming everyone else.  I think "We The People" are just as much at fault for the problems in this country - it's never just one person (i.e., the President!).  Have we truly become a nation of people who think they are entitled to have the best of everything?  Common sense!  Just something to think about!

I'll close this post with the following:

"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. "  

Our forefathers really had a wonderful vision for this great nation and I believe these words still mean something today!  

[margypops]

So much misinformation and propaganda out there now ...The media is terribly biased as the papers are, I cant believe this  is happening to the US I would have thought the People would stand up  to protect our rights,  you know, I hope it was a rumor,.but it has been said this President will change the Bill Of Rights. What happened to" Life.. Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness"

[mikesimon]

Anyone turning down social security? -I mean it is socialism. Or Medicare? No one turns that down, at least not in my small world. SS has been around since the mid 30's and America somehow survived.
When I see people advocating not buying GM or Chrysler because of the bailouts I know I don't have that in common with them. I drive a 2008 Cadillac CTS and I might buy another one if my dealer can get one in - they are in demand or maybe they have no product left. I am going to queue up. Yeah, don't buy GM so it fails and more Americans lose jobs. Even if you were against the bailout does that then mean that you should boycott GM & Chrysler? I have heard that recently - I didn't like Obama so I hope he fails because that would save America.
Mike

[margypops]

Yes thats what we  want  definatly I agree with your take on it, and I hope it is shared by all Patriots ,I guess its his remaking story that unnerves me,and this huge rush to change everything that has made America what it is.

[Melissa0116]

I think that we all want the freedom of what America is about but we all just have different decisions and ways of how to get their.   We'll that is what I want.  I just do not want America to be socialized and will fight to keep what this country was founded on.  So, That is what my take is on this.  

[margypops]

Okay so can you tell me any of the shared values I would like to hear what we consider they are in light of what is happening, not meaning to be contentious just wondered what you all mean...I am not wanting the same things if it means the path I think we are going ,for instance I dont want nor do I feel that America needs remaking..so sorry guys I may be out of order but I certainly dont want America remadse I came here for what it was .restoring it may be good.

[Melissa0116]

I have listened to Glenn Beck and I do agree that some things he says can be out of line.  But, after he does say something wrong he will be the first one to tell you and everyone that what he had said was wrong and that he is sorry.  We all put our foot in our mouth many times but it takes a real man or woman to admit when they are wrong.  

Mikesimon and jdwithhcv,

I do absolutely agree with you that we are all wanting the same things and defintely just disagree on how to get there.  Also regarding the embracing the shared values.