At an otherwise joyous, peaceful American political gathering on July 13, shots rang out as an attempted murder was committed against the universal choice of half or more of our nation’s population for president. Soon after the assassination attempt, pleadings were pouring out from Democratic politicians that this was “not acceptable in America.” Really?Democrats have lied about Donald Trump every single day for nine years. Democrats tried to oust him from office through an FBI-engineered coup. They tried to oust him through two spurious impeachments. Democrats changed the election laws in six toss-up states through extra-legislative means to rig an election to make sure Trump would not have a second term. And since he has been out of office, they have sought to bankrupt him and then jail him. Now, a deranged young man has tried to kill him.Trump is an American who proved Thomas Jefferson’s words true: 'Fear is not an American art.'And the Democrats claim they only want reconciliation. Really?For 235 years, our nation has been held together by the genius of several governing systems designed to ensure liberty through fair, equitable governance, opportunities, and aspirations that reconcile fellow citizens. The only exception is the aftermath of slavery, beyond the adoption of our Constitution, which caused the nation to suffer some 620,000 casualties in the Civil War alone.Our Constitution is based on Aristotelian common sense, acknowledging that not all persons will think of the same subject in the same way. Our system allows all citizens to vote directly or to be heard through their elected representatives in assemblies where discussions and arguments are freely expressed, heard, and considered for the best interests of the town, state, or country. The majority opinion then guides the creation of fair and beneficial laws common to all. If one disagrees with a law, one has the right to vote for another aspirant to the assembly who aligns more with their views. It is the best system ever devised in human history for reconciling the always various views of a single electorate.Our Constitution defines our nation as a federal republic; federalism allows localities and states to live largely under their own laws. This system ensures that a more populous California or New York cannot dictate to a smaller Missouri or Wyoming how to live under laws they disagree with. The Constitution foresaw that people from different states might have very different ideas on governance. Through federalism, states like Wyoming and California can agree on common rights and common defenses without necessarily having the same laws.This civil framework is one based on a pluralistic society operating under a common federal framework which is reconciled while maintaining its diversity.Our free enterprise system, based in part on Adam Smith’s “Wealth of Nations,” allows the consumer to decide what products are produced and by whom. The consumer votes through their choice of goods or services. People prosper under this system to the extent that they serve the public good. Those who spend their lives conceiving good ideas, investing time, labor, and capital into them, and delivering them to a subscribing public deserve the rewards they receive.This economic framework allows everyone the freedom to produce and purchase what they wish, providing opportunities for upward mobility based on merit. Such a society reconciles economically through a system of rightful and merited rewards.Lastly, the Constitution left the spiritual realm free. Our nation’s founders, strong in their Judeo-Christian beliefs, ensured that the determination of one’s faith remained firmly in the soul of the believer without any government interference.It may be noted that the founder of Christianity was the greatest reconciler of humanity ever to walk the earth. He preached humility and acceptance of sinners, tax collectors, lepers, Romans, Greeks, and Samaritans. Even on the cross, he pled for mercy for his executioners just before his death: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.”The American protection of faiths and the Christianity of Americans have been among our nation’s greatest reconciling forces.So, why does the left hate Donald Trump? Because a large percentage of the Democratic Party is now socialist in belief to their core. And those core beliefs are irreconcilable with these American systems of reconciliation.The socialists in the Democratic Party do not believe in representative government or federalism. They believe in concentrating power in Washington, D.C., and wielding it through the unconstitutional, unenumerated, unbalanced, unchecked, unelected, unrepresentative, unaccountable administrative state — alone.These socialists do not believe in free enterprise; they believe in a command-and-control economy where they decide what is produced and by whom, regardless of citizens' wants.Socialists do not believe in God. Their only god is the wealth and power they can take from you.In short, socialists are at war with our founding forms of social reconciliation. That is why they seek to break, bankrupt, jail, and maybe even kill him: Donald Trump is an American.Trump is also an American who proved Thomas Jefferson’s words true: “Fear is not an American art.”

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Momma’s Best Meatloaf recipe is full of flavor and is moist and scrumptious! It’s simple to make and comes out perfect every time! THE BEST MEATLOAF RECIPE I think most folks at some point in their lives have had either great experiences with meatloaf or really bad ones. Maybe the meatloaf was a tad dry or maybe it tasted like a lump of beef and nothing else. Don’t worry, I am about to change your mind about any of your bad meatloaf experiences! My Momma’s Meatloaf recipe is not only delicious and flavorful, it is most definitely not dry! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: What type of ground beef should I use for meatloaf? 80/20 or 85/15 are going to be your most flavorful ground beef for the recipe. You can certainly use a leaner meat but you sacrifice some flavor by having less fat. Can I make meatloaf with ground turkey? Yes you can. Turkey is very lean though so you obviously are not going to get anywhere near the flavor as you would with a fattier ground beef. Why does the meatloaf mixture seem “wet”? This is normal. It should look like that and will help this meatloaf come out super moist and tender! Can I use bread crumbs instead of cubed bread? Store bought bread crumbs soak up a lot of moisture in the meatloaf. I really don’t recommend using them in baked meatloaf (it’s a bit different in a slow cooker meatloaf). Sliced bread is a great filler without it soaking up all the moisture from the meatloaf. If you insist on using breadcrumbs, I would use panko breadcrumbs. Can I make this in a loaf pan? Yes. This can be made in a loaf pan (with about the same cooking time.) Cooking it on a sheet pan helps some of the fat spread away from the meat. Can I make meatloaf in the instant pot? I converted this same recipe for the Instant Pot too! Can this be made in an air fryer? Yes! Head over to my Air Fryer Meatloaf recipe on how to do that. What’s the best way to store Momma’s Meatloaf? The best way to store meatloaf is by allowing it to cool completely to room temperature before refrigerating. Once cooled, wrap the meatloaf tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to keep it fresh. You can also store it in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. What’s the best way to reheat meatloaf? When ready to eat, simply reheat the meatloaf in the oven to enjoy it warm and delicious. You can reheat in a baking dish covered with foil or make a foil packet with a splash of water in it to reheat in the oven until warmed through without cooking further and drying it out. Can I change up the ketchup topping? INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) ground beef– 80/20 works good. If you use anything with more fat, this may get greasier. milk egg sliced bread Worcestershire sauce onion powder salt and black pepper dry ground mustard garlic powder ketchup HOW TO MAKE MOMMA’S MEATLOAF: Heat oven to 350F degrees. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl (except ketchup.) Don’t be afraid to get in there with your hands – they work best. Spread mixture into an ungreased loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a sheet pan. Spread ketchup on top of meatloaf. Cook for an hour to an hour and 15 minutes (or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.) Let stand for 5 minutes and serve. CRAVING MORE RECIPES? Meatloaf Patty Melts The Best Crock Pot Meatloaf Instant Pot Meatloaf Crock Pot Meatloaf Meatballs Crock Pot Mississippi Meatloaf Mozarella Stuffed BBQ Meatloaf Butter Swim Biscuits Stovetop Mashed Potatoes Originally published: August 2011Updated photos & republished: December 2019 Print Momma’s Meatloaf Momma's Best Meatloaf recipe is full of flavor and is moist and scrumptious! It's simple to make and comes out perfect every time! Course Main CourseCuisine American Prep Time 10 minutes minutesCook Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutesTotal Time 1 hour hour 25 minutes minutes Servings 4 Calories 428kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients1 pound ground beef¾ cup milk1 large egg3 slices bread, torn up into small pieces1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce½ Tablespoon onion powder (or 1/2 cup finely chopped onion)½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon dry ground mustard¼ teaspoon black pepper¼ teaspoon hot sauce (optional)⅛ teaspoon garlic powder½ cup ketchup InstructionsHeat oven to 350F degrees. Combine 1 pound ground beef, 3/4 cup milk, 1 large egg, 3 slices bread, torn up into small pieces, 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ Tablespoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon dry ground mustard, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon hot sauce and ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder in a large bowl. Shape into a loaf onto a sheet pan. Spread ½ cup ketchup on top of meatloaf. Cook for an hour to an hour and 15 minutes (or until a meat thermometer reads 160F degrees).Let stand for 5 minutes then serve. Video Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. NutritionCalories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 26g | Sodium: 832mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g

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