I submitted this to our local newspaper, it look as if it will run on Wednesday

Constitution Day
September 17, 2008

By Dan Frank

On this day, September 17th, two hundred and twenty one years ago in 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed by thirty-nine brave men who forever changed the course of history. Sadly, probably one of the most monumental days in our history, goes all but unnoticed by many. Worst yet, politicians in Washington, who take an oath to defend and holdup the Constitution, all but ignore it, rendering this sacred oath essentially a formality for many in office. Thus, America, the beacon of liberty, prosperity, and equality is not what she once was; she has a fever that desperately needs attention, a doctor, in fact, I would say numerous doctors.

The cry for help is loud, very loud, our Constitutional Republic has given us so much, and it’s now time for us, the American people, to graciously give back, help her, restore her and nourish her, we can not nor must not let her succumb to her plight.

Let’s make that much needed call for assistance by celebrating this Constitution Day, and what better way to celebrate then by picking up the Constitution and begin reading it, studying it, and immersing yourself in it. Read the brilliant work our founding fathers penned two hundred and twenty one years ago that created the greatest country in the history of mankind. Rekindle the relationship with “liberty, justice, domestic tranquility, and posterity.â€