Quote of the Day — Sir Walter Scott
March 18, 2021
Oh, what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive. — Sir Walter Scott
1771–1832
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1771–1832
Sir Walter Scott, 1st Baronet, born on August 15, 1771, in Edinburgh, Scotland, stands as one of the most influential literary figures of the modern era and is widely credited as the father of the historical novel. His imaginative power, his deep reverence for tradition, and his ability to weave the drama of human history into compelling narrative fiction transformed Western literature and helped forge a renewed appreciation for the customs, virtues, and cultural heritage that bind civilized peoples to their past. In an age that was rapidly embracing revolutionary upheaval and abstract rationalism, Scott championed the enduring value of…
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Kim Monson selected this timeless observation from Sir Walter Scott to underscore the episode’s central theme: the deceptive nature of HR1 and election manipulation efforts. Former State Senator Kevin Lundberg detailed how the bill’s proponents claim to protect voting rights while actually undermining election integrity. Listen to the full discussion in HR1 Threatens to Federalize Elections and Undermine State Sovereignty.
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Uniformity
The quality or state of being uniform; overall sameness, homogeneity, or regularity; lack of variation or diversity in form, manner,…
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HR1 Threatens to Federalize Elections and Undermine State Sovereignty
Former State Senator Kevin Lundberg breaks down HR1's dangers to election integrity. Plus, Colorado communities rally for Eat Meat Week. March 18, 2021.
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