Happy Independence Day!

[RecycleMichael]

230 years ago we declared our freedom from the British. I don't know many British folk, but they seem like decent chaps. The one British guy I see regularly, Jamie Jamieson, has excellent taste in beers.

I guess I wouldn't want them as a boss of me, however. I am glad our forefathers declared it.

That whole freedom from religion thing is also important. I am amazed at how emphasized religion is in this year's state elections. I have seen more than one candidate say "vote for me" because of my religious views.

That turns me off of the candidate quickly. I don't want a "Church of England" here in Oklahoma.

My faith is very important to me and I want my government as far away from it as possible.