2010: Happy New Year!

January 01, 2010

By Brett A. Magbee

Ever think about how refreshing it is to start a new year? It's when all the New Year's resolutions begin. A new year is like a new beginning when people have a lot of hopes for the future and therefore make a lot of promises. It's a time when they believe that nothing can stop them from accomplishing what they have set out to achieve.

Well, as the staff of a free-market think tank we feel that way too! The year ahead is certainly going to have a lot of challenges. It always does. But something tells us that there are going to be a lot of positive things happening this year too!

Yes, we understand that big-government proponents will still be making a full frontal assault against our personal liberties. But something quite remarkable is happening among our citizens. It's an awakening of sorts-an understanding, if you will-that it's become an all-or-nothing game.

Since 1993, OCPA has been pointing out that there are only two ways that government ends up: (1) dictating the terms and conditions for every individual's existence, or (2) serving individuals by unleashing the power and might of capitalism. And there is always a tug of war between those opposing philosophies. We believe that most Oklahomans would rather have charge of their own destiny than ask a bureaucrat for permission.

It's with that knowledge that we remain positive about 2010. So as you hear about more plans to grow more government, take a deep breath, get out your checkbook, and make a difference in the end-game by supporting the work of OCPA, Oklahoma's own free-market think tank.

In fact, why not make a resolution to support us monthly? It's a great way to start off the New Year-helping us drive big-government proponents crazy.

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