The Antient and Honorable
John Adams Society
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If you want to be free, there is but one way; it is to guarantee an equally full measure of liberty to all your neighbors. There is no other.
-Carl Schurz the state
university, such an unseemly concept for a society that prides itself on
self-determination, free thought, and individual liberty. The mere existence of a state university is
antithetical to our core principles.
What good can come of an institution that must perpetuate the public
mindset in order to guarantee its own existence? Experience demonstrates that all the above stated concerns
are justified insofar as it pertains to the University of Minnesota. The University of Minnesota sends a message
of collectivism instead of individual achievement; politically correct speech
instead of the free exchange of ideas; egalitarianism instead of equal
opportunity; moral relativism instead of moral absolutes. on the other hand, the University of Minnesota
has educated some of the best and brightest doctors, lawyers, scientists and
engineers this country has ever produced.
The medical school has used public resources to innovate in a way that
has benefited mankind, enhanced quality of life, and in fact extended life
itself. The University of Minnesota
provides children of this state as well as surrounding states the opportunity
for an affordable higher education at a leading research and teaching
university. The chairman,
a man who by no means allowed his mind to be corrupted by education in public
institutions, has called for a debate to settle the question: Resolved: The University of
Minnesota is an Enemy of the People. The Debate will be held on
Wednesday, November 19, 2003 at the University Club, 420 Summit Avenue, in Saint
Paul. The Chancellor will preside over
drinks beginning at seven o'clock p.m.
The debate will begin at half past seven. While there is no dress code for attendance, gentlemen who wish
to speak must wear a tie; ladies should adhere to a similar sartorial
standard. For those gentlemen who
arrive tieless yet wish to speak, fret not:
the Purveyor of Ties will keep on hand at least one of his quite
remarkable ties for just such an eventuality.
Questions about debate caucus procedures or about the John Adams Society
itself may be directed to the Chairman at (612) 703-6021 or the Secretary at
(952) 985-7776.
If you would like to receive email announcements of upcoming debates, email the John Adams Society with your name, email address, and a simple statement requesting future "Whip Sheets" via email.
November 19, 2003
University Club, Saint Paul
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