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Every once in a while, Mr. Macomber, I venture out from my comfort zone of trying to find some humor in the current ugliness of our politics, to speak in serious tones. Since, Mr. Buckley's death, I've found it more necessary, because I'm required to consider the future without his presence. I can't claim a great ability to express my thoughts, an expertise in practical politics, or in philosophy, but at least I can make a fair, rational case for the policies I want supported by those who would claim leadership over me. However, that's not enough. Sometimes, we need a quickening of the spirit to spur us on. We need passion.

2008, with a pivotal Presidential election before us, is fast becoming a year conservatives will, no doubt, long remember, but not necessarily with fondness. The American revolution is on the brink. Those who understand why this matters, are few. Reagan left us not long ago. Buckley is gone. And now, Heston. But, while their passing is grievous, it is a ready source for the quickening and passion we need to flourish again, for they did not leave us in a vacuum. Respect for the timeless value of their labors can help sustain us as we regain our confidence.

As we struggle, amidst our lamentations, to stay the course, let me offer a few thoughts on how to reestablish ourselves. Our best posture now, will be found on our knees, in total humility and with thanksgiving, before a just and loving God, who even now, if we but ask Him with a pure heart and in the fidelity to His righteousness found through faithfulness, will restore within us the strength and courage we will need to face the certain maelstrom ahead. Freedom is not a heritage for the timid, but for those willing to fight for it, not only in their own hearts, but among the affairs of men.

p>We miss you Ronnie, Bill, and Chuck. If you get the chance, would you let the Lord know we could use a repeat performance from someone still among us down here working the circuit. Thanks. br> -- Mike Showalter br> Austin, Texas /p> p> ANOTHER ICON GONE br> Re: Robert Stacy McCain's The Voice of God : /p>

In January 1960 my father was in New York for a retailers' convention. As it was very, very cold and icy, he had some problems getting around on the sidewalks.

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