"I believe the federal “war on
terror” and “war on drugs” are mostly a cover for power-hungry, Big
Government zealots to trample constitutional government and squash
freedoms and liberties, which are supposed to be protected by the Bill of
Rights and Declaration of Independence."
Posted on May 7, 2010
Strictly Personal
Chuck Baldwin
I celebrated my 58th birthday this past Monday, May 3. Accordingly, it is
time for my annual “Strictly Personal” column. I think it only fair that
readers should have an opportunity to learn a little something about the
person who writes the words they read. Today’s column is designed with
that goal in mind. And since Charley Reese (one of my favorite
columnists) stopped writing, I am the only syndicated columnist that does
this, as far as I know. So, here goes.
I was born in a small town in northern Indiana. My father and mother were
dedicated Christians. Dad was a welder by trade and a lay jailhouse
preacher. The Lord delivered him from a terrible life of alcoholism, and
the story of his deliverance is nothing short of miraculous.
Readers should know that I will send a cassette tape or CD of my father’s
life story, free of charge, to anyone who requests it. If you or someone
you know struggles with alcohol or drug addiction, I urge you to obtain a
copy of this remarkable story. Go to:
http://www.chuckbaldwinlive.com/home/?p=573
The Baldwins in my clan were all Southern Democrats (from Arkansas), and
so I grew up a Democrat. When Ronald Reagan ran for President, however, I
registered as a Republican. Of course, I am now an Independent affiliated
with the Constitution Party (CP).
I campaigned for Congressman Ron Paul in the 2008 Republican primaries.
After it was obvious that he would not be the Republican Presidential
nominee, CP leaders strongly encouraged me to seek our party’s
nomination, believing someone was needed to represent constitutional
government in the 2008 general election, because it was clear that
neither Barack Obama nor John McCain would do so. After defeating former
UN Ambassador Alan Keyes in the CP nominating convention, I became the
Constitution Party’s nominee for President. I was also very honored to
have received Dr. Paul’s endorsement during that campaign.
My summary of the 2008 campaign can be viewed at:
http://www.chuckbaldwinlive.com/home/?p=9
I am convinced that, at the national level, the two major parties are
virtually two peas in a pod, or as Pat Buchanan calls them, “two wings of
the same bird of prey.” In my opinion, both parties in Washington, D.C.,
are willfully surrendering our constitutional liberties, our
independence, and our national sovereignty.
Outside of the decision to trust Jesus Christ as my personal Savior, the
decision to marry my wife, Connie, is the greatest decision I ever made.
She is wonderful! We will celebrate our 37th wedding anniversary next
month. She has borne me three terrific children of whom I could not be
prouder. All three of them are productive members of our community, and
are active, dedicated Christians.
Our oldest child, Sarah Beth, is a dynamic ladies conference speaker and
accomplished pianist. She is married to Allan Baker. Allan graduated with
honors from the University of Florida (yes, we are proud members of the
Gator Nation). He owns his own engineering firm and has clients from all
over the country. Allan and Sarah reside in Pensacola, and have three
children. Our oldest son, Christopher, owns his own plumbing construction
business. Chris is also a certified firearms instructor and gunsmith. He
and his wife, Jana, also live in Pensacola, and have three sons. Our
youngest son, Timothy, has a law degree from Cumberland School of Law at
Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. Tim was a felony prosecutor
with the Florida State Attorney’s office. Along with his wife, Jennifer,
he now owns his own law firm here in Pensacola. They are expecting their
first baby, a girl, this July. Tim is also a prolific writer and public
speaker. He has written an outstanding new book of more than 500 pages
entitled FREEDOM FOR A CHANGE. Here is Tim’s web site:
http://libertydefenseleague.com/
I have been privileged to serve as the Senior Pastor of the Crossroad
Baptist Church in Pensacola, Florida, for nearly thirty-five years now.
See the church web site at:
http://crossroadbaptist.net/
Readers should be aware that we live-stream my Sunday morning messages
each Sunday at approximately 10:30 a.m., Central Time. Hundreds of people
across America cannot find a patriot-pastor in their local communities
and, therefore, tune in to watch and worship with us. To watch these
messages, go to:
http://crossroadbaptist.net/live.html
I have hosted my own radio programs for more than thirty years. In fact,
this column is the outgrowth of my radio talk show, Chuck Baldwin Live.
Here is the web address:
http://www.chuckbaldwinlive.com/
My personal philosophy regarding social/political issues is quite simple:
I believe abortion is America’s national holocaust. It is the deliberate
killing of innocent human life. Furthermore, it is absolutely disgraceful
that while the so-called “pro-life” Republican Party controlled the
entire federal government (legislative, executive, and judicial) from
2001 to 2006, they did absolutely nothing to overturn Roe v. Wade. All
they had to do was pass Ron Paul’s Sanctity of Life bill; but instead
they squandered 6 years of opportunity–an opportunity that may never come
again. The GOP’s dereliction in this regard is unforgivable.
I believe marriage is, by definition, only between a man and a
woman.
I believe the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, and Bill of
Rights to be the greatest civil documents ever devised by man. I believe
America’s Founding Fathers to be the greatest generation of Christian
philosophers and patriots to ever live.
I believe in the right of the people to keep and bear arms.
I believe there is a conspiracy by elitists within government, Big
Business, and academia to surrender America’s independence and national
sovereignty to a globalist New World Order. I believe the Council on
Foreign Relations, Trilateral Commission, and Bilderbergers are
especially culpable in this regard.
I believe many, if not most, pastors today have become little more than
glorified politicians; and I am very disappointed in the way today’s
national Christian leaders (the so-called Religious Right) seem to grovel
before political parties and personalities, which appears to be for the
express purpose of obtaining political and financial benefit. In fact, if
and when the tombstone is ever laid over the grave of America, the
epitaph will read, “Here lies the United States of America: killed by the
apathy and indifference of its pastors and churches.”
I further believe that the current effort to merge the United States into
a North American Community, along with the sister-issues of the NAFTA
superhighway and the push to provide amnesty (not to mention billions in
federal tax dollars) to millions of illegal aliens, comprises a grave
threat to America. I am also convinced that there is a bold and blatant
attempt underfoot to turn the United States into a police-state-style
surveillance society, in which personal freedoms are being quickly and
egregiously sacrificed.
I opposed the preemptive invasion of Iraq, and I continue to oppose the
occupation of that country. It is also obvious that the Barack Obama
administration is doing nothing–and will do nothing–to change the
perpetual war/preemptive war doctrine introduced by George W.
Bush.
As to Afghanistan, I strongly supported Ron Paul’s Marque and Reprisal
Act of 2001, which was (and still is) the constitutional way to resist
the efforts of violent terrorist groups such as Al Qaeda.
I opposed the bailouts for Wall Street. I regard the Federal Reserve as a
corrupt cabal of international banksters, whose actions are nothing short
of criminal. I wholeheartedly support the abolition of the Federal
Reserve and a return to sound money. If I had been elected President,
many of these Goldman-Sachs types would have traded their penthouses for
the Big House months ago!
I believe the American people have more to fear from Washington, D.C.,
than they do from Baghdad or Tehran. I believe the United Nations is a
sinister organization from which the United States should withdraw. I
believe the federal government taxes too much, spends too much, lies too
much, and snoops too much into the personal lives of the American
people.
I believe the federal “war on terror” and “war on drugs” are mostly a
cover for power-hungry, Big Government zealots to trample constitutional
government and squash freedoms and liberties, which are supposed to be
protected by the Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence.
I fully support the current State sovereignty movements that are sweeping
the country. I am personally convinced that the best (and perhaps the
only) mechanism freedomists have to counter the incessant encroachment
upon liberty by the criminals in DC is to focus our attention on electing
and supporting governors, legislators, sheriffs, etc., who have the
personal courage and constitutional understanding to resist these
would-be tyrants in the central government.
Besides Crossroad Baptist Church in Pensacola, Florida, and the
Constitution Party, the only other organizations to which I belong are
Gun Owners of America (Life Member) and the National Rifle Association
(Annual Member). I especially support GOA, as it is the only Second
Amendment advocacy group that refuses to compromise for the sake of
political correctness.
See GOA’s web site at:
http://www.gunowners.org/
In my view, the best news magazine in the country is The New American. I
enthusiastically recommend that every American read it. Here is their web
site:
http://www.thenewamerican.com/
If I have any hobbies, they would be hunting and freshwater fishing,
although I don’t get to do either as much as I would like. I am probably
what people would call a workaholic. In addition, I am a firm believer in
healthy eating and exercise.
Well, there it is. That is me in a nutshell. At least now you know more
about who I am. You can rest assured that everything I write will be
faithful to the beliefs mentioned above.
And there is one more thing: during the month of May, I will send a
full-size color photograph of yours truly to everyone who sends a
financial donation of $25 or more to help me continue to produce these
columns and keep this freedom effort afloat. To see the photo that will
be sent, go to:
http://www.chuckbaldwinlive.com/home/?p=422
The recession has hurt all of us; and it has affected the income
necessary to maintain these columns as well. If you appreciate my work
and want to help me continue to advance the cause of liberty and
constitutional government, I could really use your help right now. You
may use your Visa, Discover, or MasterCard; or you may write a personal
check or Money Order. Here is the link to donate:
http://chuckbaldwinlive.com/home/?page_id=19
Thank you for helping me in any way you can, and thank you for reading
and passing on my columns.
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(c) Chuck Baldwin
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