Fiddling While Rome Burns

Two hundred and thirty years ago, a group of brave men decided to go against the odds, to wager personal fortunes and their lives for a cause they deemed worth fighting for. They placed the greater good above their own personal wants and desires and changed history.

Two thousand years ago, the average Roman did the same, placing their wants and desires secondary to the glory of Rome. Within a few short centuries, through the courage and determination of its citizens, Rome ruled an empire.

Then a terrible thing happened. The average Roman allowed their wants and desires to overrule the greater good as the glory of Rome was placed secondary to these wants and desires. Within a few short centuries, Rome was gone.

Now we stand facing the same scenario as our ancient Roman brethren. Two centuries ago, average American citizens placed America first, starting us on our journey to greatness. Now, the average American is more concerned about his or her wants and desires, not about what America needs. Need proof? Listen to the presidential candidates as they promise to take care of your needs, not America's needs.

And while we're being taken care of, Rome is falling around us...