A Patriot’s Duty

I believe in the American Republic

As an instrument for responsible governance

Of all the people,

By representatives of the people,

For the good of all the people.

An instrument whose just powers derive solely

From the consent of the governed;

Which exists to secure the inherent rights of all citizens;

With equal privileges, immunities, and protection of the law,

For all people and with malice toward none.

I believe this Republic is one and indivisible;

Established upon the principles

Of liberty, equality, equity, and liberality

To which all authentically patriotic Americans

Commit their Lives, their Fortunes, and their Sacred Honor.

These are also times that try our souls;

Will we prove to be sunshine patriots and summer soldiers?

Or will we find the courage to rise and right the wrongs,

To resist and resoundingly defeat all insurrectionists

And make our nation once again true, honorable, and whole?

 

Though times are turbulent the battle continues; it is not lost;

Now, every true American patriot must pony up the cost.

Let us resume the struggle to bring our principles to be;

Against those who serve the causes of greed and tyranny

And ensure treachery can no longer stain The banner of the free

Furthermore, I believe patriots owe a duty

To this hallowed Republic to love it,

To serve and support  

And champion its ideals,

While working resolutely for their realization.

We must preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution

Against all enemies whether foreign or domestic.

In executive suites, armed gangs, public office, or fanatical sects.

And that any people betraying or threatening our Republic

Are personal adversaries, who we are honor-bound to oppose!