No checkpoints to pass through on the way across town. Seldom a significant change in the pavement as we rush along at 70 mph across state lines. Arizona may still try to keep infested produce out, but has no authority to do so with the people. Pack your belongings in San Diego and transport them to a new home in Bangor. There is no risk that somewhere along the way authorities will deny you progress for lack of proper paperwork permitting the move.
But so often we cheapen the word when we apply it to actions that carry responsibility. We say we have freedom to drink, but take no responsibility for our actions due to intoxication. We want everyone to be tolerant of our behavior, but are intolerant of those who speak out concerning that behavior.
It is in these times that we demand our “rights.” We want our right to free speech. Our right to assembly. But what about those who would speak in a manner that is contrary to our “rights” or that group meeting down the street that speaks differently — that opposes what you hold dear?
