(Patriot Command Center)Rome is burning…so is America! Like the fall of Rome the United States has witnessed a concerning decline bears striking resemblance to the downfall of the mighty Roman Empire.
“Are we, as a society, paralleling the decline of the mighty Roman Empire?” It is impossible to overlook the striking similarities between the downfall of the Roman Empire and the daunting obstacles currently confronting the United States.
The once mighty Roman Empire, a shining symbol of strength and enlightenment, tragically fell victim to the destructive forces of internal discord and external threats. One cannot help but draw parallels between the decline of the Roman Empire and the current state of our own society. Two striking resemblances stand out are the alarming levels of inflation and the concerning surge of tribalistic tendencies. These two troubling trends are gradually undermining the fundamental pillars of our society.
Inflation, a pernicious and insidious force, has been steadily eroding the worth of the American dollar, reminiscent of the decline experienced by Rome’s currency. The reckless and incessant printing of money, devoid of any consideration for population growth or enhanced productivity, has transformed into a dangerous tool for radical wealth redistribution. The alarming and ever-increasing burden of debt we are irresponsibly passing on to future generations cannot be ignored.
The alarming rise of tribalism, driven by divisive and radical ideologies such as wokeness, poses a grave threat to the very foundation of our great nation. In stark contrast to the Roman Empire’s remarkable ability to expand and assimilate diverse cultures and peoples, the unity of America has come under relentless assault. The erosion of our nation’s ability to foster unity through a shared language, tradition, and culture is a deeply concerning development. The alarming rise of identity politics, a dangerous ideology places undue emphasis on one’s race or ethnicity as the defining factor of their identity, bears striking resemblance to the historical challenges Rome faced with tribalism.
In the Roman experience, as the empire expanded beyond Italy into regions like Gaul, Hispania, Britannia, and beyond, the preservation of traditional values and cultural norms faced significant hurdles. In the United States, a pressing concern arises: Can the American Paradigm, which asserts the American way of life can be universally embraced, thrive in the absence of a common bedrock of values and traditions? By disregarding the notion our cherished values should be respected and upheld by all, we run the perilous risk of shattering the very fabric of our great nation.
Furthermore, it is deeply concerning to observe the steady decline of civic education within our educational institutions, coupled with a troubling absence of historical comprehension among our fellow citizens. This alarming trend poses a significant threat, as it increases the likelihood of history repeating itself and the grave errors of the past being replicated. The cornerstone of a well-functioning democracy lies in the hands of an enlightened and active citizenry. In an era where our understanding of the Constitution, our rich history, and our cherished values is lacking, we find ourselves perilously close to severing our ties with the past and constructing a distorted narrative, just as the renowned George Orwell cautioned.
In today’s society, it is imperative we refrain from imposing our modern values and beliefs onto historical events and figures. It is unfair and misguided to judge the past solely based on the standards and perspectives of the present generation.
It is imperative we pay homage to the arduous battles and selfless acts of our predecessors, acknowledging the constraints they encountered within the confines of their era. The tendency to brush aside the challenges faced by our predecessors as inconsequential in light of modern conveniences is not only intellectually dishonest, but also a grave disservice to their memory.
Final Word: “Are we Rome?”, Throughout the annals of history, the destiny of a nation has always been shaped by the unified actions and resolute decisions of its citizenry, but what if the citizenry is silenced, ignored, and quashed? Then We the People must fight for our lives and for the future of our beloved nation.
