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Political vs. Principled

Watch what they DO, not what they SAY

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Political vs. Principled? This may seem simple … but it is one of the hardest concepts for grassroots advocates and voters to truly understand and identify.

What is principled?

  • (of a person or their behavior) acting in accordance with morality and showing recognition of right and wrong. “a principled politician”
  • (of a system or method) based on a given set of rules. “a coherent and principled approach”
  • If you want to break it down simply … “Principled” elected officials follow #1 The Bible, #2 The US Constitution, #3 The Platform in everything they do with all their votes. If it violates any of those documents … #VoteNO! See? Simple!

What is political?

Generally that is when a politician does what is practical based on where the wind is blowing at the time … usually what is best for themselves, perhaps financially or to fulfil all politicians #1 goal of getting re-elected.

Most politicians come into office idealistic (or principled) … but quickly become co-opted by the machine (or their ego) and become pragmatic (or political). They use terms like “you just don’t understand” or “leadership says” or “there are other factors to consider” … but interestingly enough they can’t disclose or won’t TEACH / EXPLAIN what they mean by all the fluff talk.

And ultimately … when they realize you are on to them … they refuse to respond completely. They shun you … delete your from their special chat groups … and then start to slander you as a trouble maker. They do this even to the grassroots supporters and donors that got them elected in the first place. [NOTE: You do however have to look in the mirror and ask yourself if you are the problem. There are some people who who truly don’t “get it” and are trouble makers. It is a fine balance, so be honest with yourself.]

And it is really hard for those of us who given so much of our Time, Treasure & Talent to candidates who are now elected officials that “turn” on us. At that point we have two options:

Option #1: Put our heads in the sand not wanting to believe or face we made a mistake in supporting this person, or

Option #2: … go all out war, find a challenger for the next election, and hold them accountable for “flipping”. [NOTE: Spoiler alert, you have to take Option #2 and hold them accountable – see below.]

Remember, “Watch what they DO, not what they SAY.”

THE SOLUTION?

(1) We have to pick candidates that we know will NEVER faulter … ones that will HOLD TRUE no matter what the pressure leadership or the monied special interest (or worse) puts on them.

(2) We have to pick candidates who you want in the foxhole with you when the proverbial gunfire starts.

(3) We have to pick candidates that WANT TO BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE.

It is truly that simple.

And when your candidate gets elected … we have to embed ourselves in with his or her office. We have to have their back … not just go back to sleep thinking “everything is all better now”. We have to be the voice in their ear … we have to drown out the constant whispers of the monied special interest. We have to be their CHIEF OF STAFF? [NOTE: Ask yourself, who is your favorite elected official’s CHIEF OF STAFF? A volunteer grassroots advocate? You? Or some special interest lacky?]

And when your candidate (now elected official) starts to turn and flip on their campaign promises and principles … we have to QUICKLY guide them back … or go all in to hold them accountable … OPTION #2 above.

Remember, it is not hard to be Principled … or at least is should not be. #1 The Bible, #2 The US Constitution, #3 The Platform. If it violates any of those documents … we have a problem … and a Principled politician should #VoteNO!!! Simple!!!

WatchAndLEARN!!!

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Happy Sunday – October 19th, 2025

James 1:2-3

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Instead of viewing difficulties or setbacks as obstacles see them as purposeful vehicles for development! Hardships are not just problems to endure but moments that shape you and produce perseverance! Each challenge you face, whether big or small, is a chance to develop resilience, patience, to lean into faith, trust in God’s plan and it is a step to handle future challenges with greater strength.  

And remember JOY is a choice, not a feeling!

“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”

James 1:2-3

To repeat from last Sunday (HERE), acting on knowledge of what is right, rather than remaining passive or choosing comfort, convenience, petty or self-interest over moral conviction drives the true patriots into action.

Happy Sunday!

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Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition – October 17th, 2025

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Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 3 1/2 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.

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Happy Sunday – October 12th, 2025

James 4:17

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Acting on knowledge of what is right, rather than remaining passive or choosing comfort, convenience, petty or self-interest over moral conviction drives the true patriots into action.

Watching those knowing a policy or decision would benefit the common good yet witnessing them avoid supporting it due to political pressures or personal gain makes you realize that they were never serious about the mission or in many cases, they got involved for nefarious reasons to begin with.

Failing to do what is right—when you know better—carries spiritual and ethical consequences and requires reflection on whether your political involvement mirrors your understanding of what is good and just.

“To him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin.“

James 4:17

To repeat from last Sunday (HERE), proverbs 13:4 is a powerful reminder that your efforts are not wasted!

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Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition – October 10th, 2025

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Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 3 1/2 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.

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Happy Sunday – October 5th, 2025

Proverbs 13:4

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Proverbs 13:4 is a powerful reminder that your efforts are not wasted! Even when immediate results are hard to see, when it feels like your hard work is not producing results, trust that in fact the change is incremental and often requires decades of persistent work by dedicated individuals.

Your years of showing up, whether through grassroots organizing, advocating, educating others, or amplifying contentious voices are laying the foundation for change and the change itself! Just think of those that used to be involved and are not today. Your ability to keep going, sets you apart!

“The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied.”

Proverbs 13:4

To repeat from last Sunday (HERE), consistency builds integrity … turns values into impact. Sadly we watch fellow patriots “turn” … change their stances, go against those that they should be supporting based on their convictions.

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Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition – October 3rd, 2025

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Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 3 1/2 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.

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