Video: 13-year-old defines conservatism at CPAC, gets standing ovation
posted at 12:00 pm on February 28, 2009 by Allahpundit
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Remember that 12-year-old girl’s stemwinder on abortion? This kid is an order of magnitude beyond even that. So astoundingly precocious is he, in fact, that I’m a little unnerved after watching it. It’s like seeing a newborn baby suddenly start speaking in complete sentences.
If they ever do a remake of “Big” with Tucker Carlson, consider the child’s role cast. Exit question: Krohn in 2040?
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Homeschooled.
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 5:15 PM
Regarding the comments that this kid is as good, or better, a speaker when compared to Obama…
So what. Don’t sell the kid short. Obama’s skills aren’t anywhere near as impressive as the media makes them out to be. Don’t let Obama be the bar that other speakers are judged by!
Wow! 13 years old! At that age, I was only concerned with Dungeons & Dragons, Zaxxon, beating Dragon’s Lair, and sneaking peaks at my bothers’ Hustler magazines.
ynot4tony2 on February 28, 2009 at 5:28 PM
I was looking at his website website. He seems to be a little blogger himself!! Good for him (from one homeschooler to another).
deidre on February 28, 2009 at 5:36 PM
You’re rambling paragraph assumes a number of things actually are rights.
Just tacking the word “rights” onto other words does not make it so.
aikidoka on February 28, 2009 at 5:37 PM
Sick.
Atlanta Voter on February 28, 2009 at 5:40 PM
As to the kid, impressive.
aikidoka on February 28, 2009 at 5:43 PM
Child Protective Services should take custody of that kid immediately.
Atlanta Voter on February 28, 2009 at 5:49 PM
Kids crying against global warming though are oh so precious, aren’t they? ;)
ddrintn on February 28, 2009 at 5:50 PM
Parents passing on their philosophy to their children is not indoctrination (homeschooling or not). Teachers pushing their liberal agenda is.
neuquenguy on February 28, 2009 at 5:51 PM
If those young O-bots singing “Yes We Can Can Can!!!” a few months back are free to go home to O-bot Mommy and Daddy, I don’t see a problem here.
ddrintn on February 28, 2009 at 5:52 PM
Yup, as dictated by the communist manifesto.
neuquenguy on February 28, 2009 at 5:52 PM
Could he be the one who will bring balance to the force?
If a majority of conservatives came anywhere near practicing what the kid preaches, they’d own every branch of government and I’d happily support them.
Constantine on February 28, 2009 at 5:56 PM
Not surprised. Honestly, I feel cheated at times for not having been homeschooled. They are more often than not better educated, and those that are equally educated are always better, more disciplined learners.
spmat on February 28, 2009 at 6:02 PM
This is why the left hates homeschooling so much. Look for Obama and the Dem majority to try to close this loophole in the liberal indoctrination system as soon as they can. That will for sure be the last straw for me, if I don’t get there sooner.
neuquenguy on February 28, 2009 at 6:10 PM
Yes Komrade. Dissident anti revolutionary thought must be eradicated for good of the people and world communism. The parents should be sent to siberian gulag. This anti-revolutionary should be turned over to Young Octobrist Brigade and forced to memorize Das Kapital and entire works of Komrades Lenin and Stalin, Da???
The Proletariat must be taught that they will obey so our glorious leaders do not have to teach hard lesson like Komrade Stalin Taught to 7 million Ukranian Capitalist Kulak Farmers. They Deserved to be starved Da??? Better yet, the lesson he taught Polish leaders at Katyn forest. Bullet in back of head an unmarked grave is proper penalty for non conforming thought DA??
/sarcasm
bullseye on February 28, 2009 at 6:18 PM
Give me Mickey Rooney, Shirley Temple, Jackie Cooper, or many other child stars and a speech writer and I will give you a wonderful show. Take nothing away from the young man but this is what you have a child actor. I will also say any of the child stars will make Mr. Tele-prompter Obama look like an amateur. The kid did better than Mr. Tele-prompter has ever done or will do and with more content. However, he does not own the media or have billions of dollars of support behind him. The media will give him the same treatment that Gov. Palin gets, Joe The Plumber gets and on and on. In addition the media will exploit him by saying a teenager is the best the Republicans and Conservatives can come up with and out does all adult Conservatives on the horizon. Poor Republicans and Conservatives they just dig themselves one hole after another. It all shows you what trouble the Republicans are in Gov. Jindal falls throw his ass on first national exposure, Gov. Palin only sees Russia from her house when it is not snowing and 13 year old is de facto leader of the Republican Party because there are no adults in the crowd.
rsl775 on February 28, 2009 at 6:20 PM
I think you’ve been hanging around average kids too much, mate.
– Nick Charles
Australia
The Thin Man Returns on February 28, 2009 at 6:24 PM
hear hear for homeschooled kids!!!!!
Mommypundit on February 28, 2009 at 6:31 PM
Allah, Ed…this is what you get when you open registration.
Mommypundit on February 28, 2009 at 6:32 PM
They are so afraid of ideas different than their own. I don’t have a problem with their ideas. We read liberal classics (Darwin, Communist Manifesto, etc.). I feel it is necessary for a well-rounded education. …But that isn’t all we read. I have a problem when they only want one side to be heard. And they call themselves “tolerant.” Yea, right.
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 6:47 PM
I see your political education consists entirely of SNL skits.
Thanks for showing your depth.
aikidoka on February 28, 2009 at 6:48 PM
Awesome. Time was when we could see the principle vs. policy conundrum emphasized again and again in Richard Weaver, Marion Montgomery, the ISI, Gerhart Neimeyer, etc. It’s time to get back to that.
Tobias on February 28, 2009 at 6:49 PM
Awesome. Time was when we could see the principle vs. policy conundrum emphasized again and again in Richard Weaver, Marion Montgomery, the ISI, Gerhart Neimeyer, etc. It’s time to get back to that.
Tobias on February 28, 2009 at 6:50 PM
This boy is the most adorable thing eva!
RepubChica on February 28, 2009 at 6:51 PM
Someone call the Department of Indoctrination, err Education hot line. One of their inmates, err, students, got loose.
Montana on February 28, 2009 at 6:53 PM
Nice. If they kid had an affinity for music, geography, spelling instead of politics or current events would you be so quick to have him “captured”?
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 7:02 PM
I am deeply humbled by the outpouring of support for homeschoolers on this board. It really was not that long ago (5 years ago?) when most folks would still look at us askance, even non-lefties. I think I speak on behalf of homeschoolers to say that we sincerely thank you for your willingness to accept us and to validate homeschooling as a right. Thank you, all you intolerant conservatives! ;-)
Even though I wholly believe in homeschooling, I realize that not everyone is called to do it. Public education must be reformed. IMO, this is the most important area where we conservatives need to focus our efforts. It is the basis of everything. Lincoln once said, “The philosophy of the classroom today will be the philosophy of government tomorrow.” It is an area I hope to be very involved in once we finish homeschooling.
Thanks again to all of you who support our movement.
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 7:04 PM
Quoting 13 years of Rush — great kid!
David
LifeTrek on February 28, 2009 at 7:05 PM
I believe he stated that he listens to Dr. Bennett. He could do worse. Much worse.
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 7:07 PM
It does take a certain type of parent. I believe a lot of maturity is required. I remember helping my son with homework and when he didn’t understand, I took it personally. Now I would know that if a student isn’t ready for a lesson, a little time will usually do the trick. The material available today is so great.
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 7:11 PM
Not really. It shows how quickly and thoroughly media smears, parodies and misrepresentations become accepted as truth among libs and conservatives alike. Oh, for a conservative that is parody-proof! Ain’t happening.
True; he could just spout out the bilge most kids hear from NEA indoctrinators.
ddrintn on February 28, 2009 at 7:12 PM
OJT – On the job training!
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 7:17 PM
“it’s the filling!”
http://www.tomheroes.com/Comic%20Ads/hostess%20ads/spiderman_demolition_derby.htm
eh on February 28, 2009 at 7:22 PM
Knowing the readiness of the student for particular subjects is key, and one of the very strong points of homeschooling is that it affords the flexibility to adapt the curriculum to the individual needs of the child. We have found for instance than waiting until the child is ready to start reading (which has happened a different ages for different kids) as resulted in kids who just love reading, and some of them have become prolific writers as well.
neuquenguy on February 28, 2009 at 7:25 PM
Amen. NEA can take just about full credit for the situation of our children’s education.
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 7:26 PM
I worked a an alternative public middle school. I would say a good 75% of those kids were there due to acting out to mask that they were teenagers who didn’t even have basic skills. It was terribly sad and so unnecessary. A little time and patience when they were younger and we would have had entirely different children. It breaks your heart.
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 7:29 PM
Indeed. But I think that many people believe the job to be a lot more daunting that it really is. As Cindy suggest there materials available are a tremendous help, add a little of common sense and discipline and you are pretty much guaranteed to do at least as well as the public school system.
neuquenguy on February 28, 2009 at 7:30 PM
You are very right. The system has failed those kids. We need to reform the school system to re-focus on basic skills. Most kids are very eager to learn at an early age and it should not be that hard to impart them with the basic principles to get them going on the right track. Once they are behind it becomes a loosing battle.
neuquenguy on February 28, 2009 at 7:37 PM
There are many kids waiting to make their mark. They will come from home schools and public schools. Some will be behind the scenes players others will be out before the public because they can. Some will start early some later. Any young person that we can encourage we should encourage and make sure they get all the help and exposure they can that helps them develop. Young people at early ages can be mathematical prodigies, art, music and many other talents produce prodigies. Sound political ideas are formed over time and are not ripe by thirteen. His views are formed like the song from South Pacific “You got to be carefully taught”. He was impressive but has been totally indoctrinated and has much to learn and in the end, as I stated much earlier on, I hope he has the same views when he matures.. I am not arguing home schooling or non home schooling. If one is lucky enough to have good teachers and is motivated they will develop sound beliefs. I am sure he has parents who are very intelligent and motivated Great parents is blessing for him. I question putting young people on display for political purposes regardless of the political persuasion being espoused.
Shirley Temple was cute too and convincing and I believe grew up and was involved in politics. For those of you that have no sense of humor my condolences and if you don’t think Mickey Rooney could have done it then you never believed Obama would be President either.
rsl775 on February 28, 2009 at 7:41 PM
Jonestown kid who drank too much kool-aid.
sethstorm on February 28, 2009 at 7:42 PM
When helping in the classroom with my own children, the kids were divided into groups based on reading skills. They did away with them because they said the kids felt pigeon holed. These kids were so young they didn’t realize the differences and they worked together. Another feel good no results based decision.
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 7:47 PM
If he were younger I would agree with you. He has all the time in the world to be anything he wants, including a liberal. I don’t see any harm in this moment in the sun.
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 7:49 PM
rsl775 on February 28, 2009 at 7:41 PM
versus the indoctrination that happens in public school or even in college? Give me a break. The kid wrote a book, which means he did his homework. He did more than just wave his hands about and speak well.
Conservative Voice on February 28, 2009 at 7:50 PM
sethstorm on February 28, 2009 at 7:42 PM
You do realize that Jones Town was a socialist utopia right?
Conservative Voice on February 28, 2009 at 7:52 PM
Yes, you are right! It really is much easier than it seems from the outside looking in. It is almost a no-fail approach as compared to PS.
I remember reading about a man whose wife died and he could not bear to send them to school so he just gave them a math book, plus classics and had them write essays on every book (these were older children, obviously). They all scored very high on the SAT. I think one even had a perfect score.
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 7:53 PM
As I mentioned earlier, I know the family and I’ve known Jonathon since he was 6 or 7yo and he is not being indoctrinated or pushed. He is a passionate little guy and has much energy. This is a healthy outlet for him. This is his interest and his idea, not his parents.
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 7:58 PM
This kid is W.F. Buckley on Wheaties, and he cuts to the quick by using words in a way that conveys meaning to the listener. What a contrast to Obama’s “say anything, lie your arse off but sound like you know what you’re doing” faux leadership.
Respect for Life and the Constitution, plus a desire for limited government and unlimited individual accomplishment as the foundational longings of conservatism. Well stated, Lad!
T J Green on February 28, 2009 at 7:58 PM
I would guess he does, that’s why you see the kool-aid reference here. Liberals have a hard time keeping themselves from projecting.
neuquenguy on February 28, 2009 at 7:59 PM
Has anyone ever heard the story Dr. Bennett tells about President Reagan and Jaime Escalante’s AP Calculus Book given to him as a gift? Very funny.
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 8:00 PM
And may I remind you that JQA was ambassador to France at age 13. It only seems unusual today because we are so accustomed to dumbed-down curriculum that seeks to keep young people in perpetual childhood, to the extent that we have 30yo children! This is the prime time of life to develop real skills, when there are no family obligations and one has plenty of energy and brainpower. It was not unusual for children to be apprenticing at this age in years gone by. Try not to think in today’s world but outside the box and back into history.
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 8:03 PM
“Obama’s gonna lead ‘em…we’re gonna change the world…Yes, we can, can, can! Yes, we can, can, can!”
ddrintn on February 28, 2009 at 8:04 PM
Speaking of another amazing young person, go do some research on Aaron Schock. He is the youngest star in Congress at age 27. Did you see how 0 tried to intimidate him and how he stood up to him?!? Read his life story. You go, Aaron!
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 8:12 PM
It was posted here. Good stuff.
Cindy Munford on February 28, 2009 at 8:20 PM
I have always been impressed and amazed by Alexis de Tocqueville and his insights about Democracy in America. He was a very young man and observed very much in a short time. So I will admit that it is possible to be unusual and not programmed at early age although de Tocqueville was older than the subject under discussion. I will concede that this young man is of that ilk and I hope there are many more like him in this country. I also hope we have many that are of the ages to get elected to the House, Senate and Presidency and they show up before the next national election and that their persuasions’ be that of Republicans. Thanks for defending your point of view and I will enjoy dueling in the future.
rsl775 on February 28, 2009 at 8:22 PM
Anyone can be a conservative.
The principles of human rights and individual freedom are as clear as glass.
The “wonky” types are covering their motives with bs, and nothing but bs.
That is why the kid could say it in 2 minutes. It didn’t take a policy institute, it didn’t take years of study. It took a clear head not filled with useless pap.
This is why Rush can speak with very few notes, this is why Allen West can do the same. The truth will set you free; Lies, not so much.
HonestConservative on February 28, 2009 at 8:43 PM
This young man,is the future,for America,as well as
the Conservative Republican Party!
I do love,when he says,”I believe”,before each line.
It tells you, from the word go,what he believes,there’s
no buzz words,you know exactly what he’s saying,unlike
the Liberals,who can’t say what they believe,because it
might change moment to moment,or they might need a consen
us,to make up their minds!!
He certainly has a future in American politics,and at his
age,is more ‘grown up’,in comparison to many,who have been
in politics,for a very long time!!!!!!!!!!
canopfor on February 28, 2009 at 8:45 PM
Yes.
CPAC’s the same thing in the other direction.
sethstorm on February 28, 2009 at 8:50 PM
If you’re wondering where I’m getting the references to Jonestown and kool-aid…
sethstorm on February 28, 2009 at 8:53 PM
I think this is a great way to get the GOP to be taken seriously again.
Proud Rino on February 28, 2009 at 9:00 PM
Seriously. Run with this idea, GOP. See where it leads you.
Proud Rino on February 28, 2009 at 9:06 PM
The kid is thirteen, not six. He is old enough to decide for himself if he wants to speak in front of a crowd like that. The kids who were singing the Obama song were younger, being taught that in school, and then taken into public to sing for everyone who would pay attention. There is a big difference between the two situations.
boomer on February 28, 2009 at 9:26 PM
RE: Proud Rino, and sethstorm,
Where is the usual warning against feeding Trolls?
Directly to PR and SS: Don’t you have any three dimensional friends over there in lefty land? Go find some and have a conversation with them based on facts not feelings. Sorry, that wouldn’t keep you talking long would it? Well, just go away and take your snark with you.
InTheBellyoftheBeast on February 28, 2009 at 9:29 PM
Oh, and to those who who doubt this kid – as a professional in the field (evil public school teacher – 8th grade) This kid is for real. I for one hope he develops into a dynamic leader when he is ready.
As a former home schooler – I am so proud of this kid.
InTheBellyoftheBeast on February 28, 2009 at 9:33 PM
Sethstorm, You are not listening to facts. Go read
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 7:58 PM. I know this family and have directly observed them. Have you?
The funny thing about us homeschoolers is that we aren’t afraid of reading your classics b/c we think it makes for a well-rounded education to see things from multiple viewpoints. A good classical education employs knowledge and debate of the opposing side. We actually debate from YOUR viewpoint because we believe it makes for a fuller education. Who is fooling whom?
http://indoctrinate-u.com/pages/trailer.html
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 9:33 PM
WELL…. that put a bunch in a lot of liberal panties didn’t it…..
Bravo …….
dugbru on February 28, 2009 at 9:33 PM
If every republican was like this kid we’d have a party full of Ronald Reagans… if not something better.
At the age of 13 I also had these same views, and these were cultivated not by me seeing the success of conservatism but the failure of liberal policies during the Clinton era (as well as his personal malfeasance, and the subsequent malfeasance of the democrats). This kid is saying this because he believes it’s true.
Sad that he can’t vote. Sadder he can’t run for congress.
Chaz706 on February 28, 2009 at 9:33 PM
Proud Rino?
Isn’t that a bit of an Oxymoron? If you were proud, you’d call yourself what you actually are, not what you pretend to be.
HonestConservative on February 28, 2009 at 10:18 PM
This is going to be the very first YouTube video that I have ever bookmarked on my computer.
Outstanding.
The Ugly American on February 28, 2009 at 10:19 PM
Jonathan will be on Fox and Friends Sunday morning at 8:00. This is on the Fox News Network.
Sean Hannity wants to bring Jonathan to New York and interview him live. Stay tuned.
PrincipledPilgrim on February 28, 2009 at 11:47 PM
He’s 13.
Parents are supposed to teach their kids. Many of our problems today stem from parents not wanting to take responsibility and ensure that their kids are well educated and exhibit proper respect for adults.
I seriously doubt he went to public school. Most likely homeschooled. If he can write a book, and speak at CPAC by the age of 13, I suspect he’ll be able to hold his own against any parroting liberal professors.
Project much?
dominigan on March 1, 2009 at 1:31 AM
This has got to be the dumbest comment I’ve read this year… and I’ve read a LOT of articles about dumb people doing dumb things, and lots and lots of dumb comments.
So, lets look at the sheer idiocy of the above statement…
Jonestown was the informal name for the “Peoples Temple Agricultural Project”, located in Guyana, started by a California cult led by Jim Jones. Jim Jones took Christianity and twisted it into a cult following that embarked on forming a socialist utopia. Later he would denounce Christianity, yet claimed to his followers that he was the reincarnation of Jesus. (He later admitted to being an atheist.) He moved his followers several times, but finally settled in Jonestown. After convincing his followers that they were about to be attacked, he convinced and forced people, to commit suicide by drinking Flavor-Aid (not Kool-Aid) laced with cyanide. He was found dead with a gunshot to his head.
So lets compare…
Conservatives believe in individual liberty; liberals believe that the Government should make decisions for them, by leaders who claim to know better than the people what is needed.
Conservatives abhor socialism, fascism and communism; most liberals see nothing wrong with them, and seek to create a planned utopia.
Most conservatives are devout Christians and follow Jesus Christ; most liberals denounce Christianity and are admitted atheists.
Conservatives believe in the sanctity of all human life; liberals believe that THEIR life and desires come first.
…
So lets see. A liberal member of the Communist party, who denounces Christianity, creates a cult following, telling them what to do with every aspect of their life, then kills every last one of them to prevent admitting he was wrong.
…
And yet somehow, that “CPAC’s the same thing in the other direction”.
…
Normally, I’d say that some village is missing their fool. But, not here. I think some country is missing its NATIONAL FOOL… you know… the one with “sethstorm” written on his underwear…
dominigan on March 1, 2009 at 2:13 AM
Sort of the same thing here, but then I saw what the Right was doing to my neck of the woods with regards to economics.
Something about trade being used as a weapon against my area comes to mind.
sethstorm on March 1, 2009 at 2:21 AM
Hard to see them as a party of liberty when they also are the same ones threatening citizens with sending their work to the Third World.
sethstorm on March 1, 2009 at 2:26 AM
Uh, is this the 12 year old nephew that some retard was talking about yesterday?
2Tru2Tru on March 1, 2009 at 2:54 AM
For all of the idjits who whine about Jonathan being “indoctrinated”, “parroting”, etc., etc.
Let me show you in New Zealand Law (Care of Children Act 2004) what a kid can decide.
Keep in mind the phrase, “(of whatever age)”:
There is no provision for parental notification, much less parental consent.
Period.
I would not be surprised if similar statutes are on the books for many of the EU countries and Commonwealth countries around the world.
So kids can make a very adult decision regarding abortion, but hey, we’d better not let them comment on politics. That would be too hard for the little dears.
Unless, of course, they are either extolling the virtues of a Public education, or else singing praises to Obama. That’s a different matter, right?
p.s.: I am indebted to my public school social studies teacher in 1980, who, upon recognising that I would be bored silly with the curriculum in front of me, directed me to read Plato’s Republic and write essays about it. For those of you who will remember, Plato is the first classical writer to espouse child rearing and education be the sole responsibility of the State…
Wanderlust on March 1, 2009 at 3:05 AM
And a child shall lead them.
Flying Red Jolly Roger
Caststeel on March 1, 2009 at 3:08 AM
Conservatism absent organized religion would be something great.
Moderate thought absent hypocrisy would be even better.
-Anthony Tafoya (aka Opinionnation)
The kid is nothing special. Unless you count wedgie-magnet as ’special’.
Opinionnation on March 1, 2009 at 4:49 AM
The best defenders have always been youbger citizens with values to protect,Elders offer the ideas and pass on values.
From Lexington,Concord,Fort Summer to today.
Once you steal all a persons stuff remember this.
“Never mess with someone who has nothing else to loose !!!!” !
Col.John Wm. Reed on March 1, 2009 at 8:40 AM
I’m sorry… I thought the conservatives were the ones fighting AGAINST raising business taxes and increasing regulations.
One of my best friends is an IT VP for a global corporation. He flies all over the world with teams, setting up networks and servers for manufacturing facilities. I’ve personally observed him on a conference call with team leads in over a dozen countries. According to him, the reason companies are sending jobs overseas is that they can’t compete with other countries when they have lower taxes. Most companies who headquarter in the United States WANT to keep the jobs here. But the (liberal-imposed) taxes make it nearly impossible to do that… at least for manufacturing companies. Taxes and regulation reduce liberty, and therefore available choices in competition.
dominigan on March 1, 2009 at 9:04 AM
Polly want a cracker?
Terry Silver on March 1, 2009 at 9:54 AM
Awwww. Well, sethstorm, maybe this new era of Obama and big majorities in both houses of Congress will make your area a vibrant place pulsating with growth and headed for full employment.
Want to make a bet with me as to what your area will look like after Obama’s term?
ddrintn on March 1, 2009 at 10:10 AM
This is truly horrible. I mean it in all seriousness. It’s been bugging me for a while that too many public conservatives came from the pool of lawyers-who-wanted-to-be-politicians – the two jobs most antithetical to the idea of free market.
Now “conservatives” are practically born dressed in suits and ready to be shipped to Washington. I hope somebody will finally tell this kid to shove his book and go get a job. Or better yet have some childhood first.
radiofreevillage on March 1, 2009 at 10:56 AM
Nicely done, Jonathan. Hope to see more of you (and like you) in the future!
Midas on March 1, 2009 at 10:57 AM
A little envious, eh?
Johan Klaus on March 1, 2009 at 11:03 AM
OMG! A teen-ager who actually gets it. Then writes about it. He was actually using his brain. It’s so simple that even a Democrat could understand it.
But no, they don’t. The trolls don’t get it at all. They just “feel”. They “project” and tell us we’re too religious. How ignorant of them! They demand “rights” that don’t exhist. Our educational system has completely failed its citizens. Ignorance voted for Obama and we are stuck with him. It will take some time for the ignorant to figure out that Obama is not a savior. They are completely ignorant of personal responsibility. Yet in our midst is a child who exposes them all with a three minute speech.
BetseyRoss on March 1, 2009 at 11:11 AM
Yeah, just look at what the dem controlled congress has done in just two years.
Johan Klaus on March 1, 2009 at 11:16 AM
So being an author is not a job?
Johan Klaus on March 1, 2009 at 11:19 AM
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You finally got it…Seth=dumb
Jamson64 on March 1, 2009 at 11:27 AM
it is one kid dimwit. you f+cktards kill me
Jamson64 on March 1, 2009 at 11:28 AM
Interesting that in most state underage girls can have abortions without their parents input and there is an uproar over some kid giving a speech?
Some of you people have your priorities seriously out of whack.
Jamson64 on March 1, 2009 at 11:30 AM
He is indeed an impressive teenager. I saw him this morning on FOX and he was poised and eloquent..moreso than many adults in today’s society.
I teach in a public school and see a lot of children with great potential. Not all or even most will have this young man’s natural sense of expression, but there is great potential waiting to be released in our young people.
I will also readily admit though (and it’s very evident in the classrooms), the difference in motivation in our children is also becoming more pronounced as home environments have changed in the past few years. Accountability and consequences for their own actions are being increasingly pushed to the side as many parents don’t want their children to ever have to experience failure or hardship. Consequently, there is an ever increasing section of future generations that expect to be saved or have everything fixed and made easier for them.
This teenager is one that gets it. He also seems to me to be still all kid. I’m guessing that amongst his beliefs as to personal responsibility, there is also a video game or crush on a girl or two.
As it should be.
SassyDarlin on March 1, 2009 at 11:35 AM
The Department of Education was signed into law by Jimmy Carter on October 17, 1979 and began operating on May 4, 1980. A direct correlation can be made between the failing educational system in the U.S. and the increase of the size of the E.D..
Johan Klaus on March 1, 2009 at 11:37 AM
No, I have a mind of my own. To have anything less is nothing worth of envy.
It is nothing like Michigan or California.
I would like to believe that is the majority of the cases, and that said majority wasn’t driven by labor attorneys who ran out of unions to bust. Those people being the kind that look for every exception to hiring a citizen.
Yes, you have some point – but the abuse of the law seems to exceed honest use of the law. Some of the marginally blue/red states have people who just do not have the means to move but have the talent. They’re the ones whom are seeing the “Must have [x] years of experience in [product with less than x years existence]” notices. The citizens get called in to clean up the inevitable problems.
sethstorm on March 1, 2009 at 11:57 AM
Click onto the YouTube page of this speech and read the comments. This kid is being almost universally annihilated in the most humiliating ways imaginable.
The Country is not worth it anymore.
jay12 on March 1, 2009 at 3:59 PM
gosh, guys…..just shut up and nominate this kid for president! He has more smarts than Coulture and Limbaugh combined!
greataunty on March 1, 2009 at 9:27 PM
The force is strong in this one.
Undertaker on March 1, 2009 at 10:49 PM
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