Common Sense 2.0

[nullvalu]

I posted this idea here months ago. It got some interest, but was never solidified. I would like to get a group of us working on this as a side project and have it completed & ready for print and handout by the march.

I have set up a wiki to use for collaboration purposes here: http://vaperized.com/wiki

Anyone who is interested in helping in this project, please check it out. This is a closed system, so you'll have to register to view/edit pages first, but will take less than 10 seconds and doesn't even require an email verification.

If you're unfamiliar with the Common Sense pamphlet authored by Thomas Paine in 1776, read up on it here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_Sense_(pamphlet)

If you are already familiar with it, then wouldn't you agree....it's about time for version 2.0?

If we can get it produced by the march, I cannot think of a better way to distribute it to like-minded people. I think we could use a Wiki to coordinate writing.

One person in our original discussion even suggested nailing it to the White House door. I think that would be awesome, but don't know how possible it would be. To catch up, read the original thread here: http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?t=6572

If you have questions on how to use the Wiki, PM me and I'll help you out.

I've set up a Purpose, and a page for a List of Ideas to address in the pamphlet. Once we've agreed on these things, we'll begin an actual document.

Let's get to work!! :D

[Broadlighter]

You are welcome to use this:

http://lh5.google.com/Broadlighter/R7AKjZrvRkI/AAAAAAAAAIw/HPdz4srU4os/s144/StatePower_vs_IndividualLiberty.jpg

Where there is more individual liberty there is less state power.
Where there is more state power there is less individual liberty

State power increases when controlled by a few individuals (White dot)
Individual liberty grows when individuals govern themselves. (Black dot)

[Jeremy]

You could pass it out at march

[nullvalu]

You could pass it out at march

Yep that's the idea! Pass it out at the march and get others involved so they can pass them out in their localities. But we need to write it first..

[nullvalu]

You are welcome to use this:

http://lh5.google.com/Broadlighter/R7AKjZrvRkI/AAAAAAAAAIw/HPdz4srU4os/s144/StatePower_vs_IndividualLiberty.jpg

Where there is more individual liberty there is less state power.
Where there is more state power there is less individual liberty

State power increases when controlled by a few individuals (White dot)
Individual liberty grows when individuals govern themselves. (Black dot)

I like that, thanks... I have a feeling, the more illustrations, the better with the mental capacity of most people today. :)

[nullvalu]

bump... slugg, spiritof76, beermotor where you guys at? this won't write itself.. and i'm severely inartistic :)

[me3]

LLepard has already named his second ad "Common Sense 2.0".

[AJ Antimony]

You know who'd be able to write a very good piece on common sense? John Stossel from 20/20. His middle name is common sense and I'm sure he wouldn't mind contributing to 2.0 if it ever materializes.

[Fields]

You are welcome to use this:

http://lh5.google.com/Broadlighter/R7AKjZrvRkI/AAAAAAAAAIw/HPdz4srU4os/s144/StatePower_vs_IndividualLiberty.jpg

Where there is more individual liberty there is less state power.
Where there is more state power there is less individual liberty

State power increases when controlled by a few individuals (White dot)
Individual liberty grows when individuals govern themselves. (Black dot)

Great little diagram.

[nullvalu]

LLepard has already named his second ad "Common Sense 2.0".

What? That was a political advertisement that ran once in a newpaper, how can that be a Common Sense 2? I'm talking about something that would be much more like the original. I don't intend this to mention anything about presidential elections.

The original laid the groundwork for WHY we needed a constitution and why common people should support the revolution.

This I would want to rehash WHY we had a constitution to begin with, why we need to return to using it, and why they should support our revolution.

Something in pamplet form, that we can easily recreate and publish in our homes, and anonymously distribute throughout the nation.

[nullvalu]

I decided to open the system so anyone can view the site, but you have to be logged in to edit.

[Arek]

Not only should it be nailed to the white house door, I believe we also need it posted to the capitol door and then the state legislatures and capitol doors. That way they get the point the people are sick and tired of big government.

[nullvalu]

Not only should it be nailed to the white house door, I believe we also need it posted to the capitol door and then the state legislatures and capitol doors. That way they get the point the people are sick and tired of big government.

Sounds great! But first we need something to nail up.. Who can lend their literary skills?

[nullvalu]

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[nullvalu]

So you would rather bicker about logistics of a march than work on a productive project? While we're waiting for a couple days on word from HQ regarding the march, would you lend a hand to this? -- http://vaperized.com/wiki

[Bluedevil]

Im working on finishing up my masters thesis now, should be done in two months, that might work.

[nullvalu]

Im working on finishing up my masters thesis now, should be done in two months, that might work.

Cool... what's the topic of your thesis?

[nullvalu]

switched servers, wiki should be much faster now