Empowering The
Individual
An Editorial
William Duby
The American Spirit is published as an alternative newspaper. A
small group of sensitive (perceptive) people have gathered with the
intent to write (report) upon subjects of personal interest and of
interest to the general public.
It goes without saying that this newspaper isn't like the
mainstream papers. Ours is a grass roots effort. Profit is not a
major factor in why the paper exists. The writers (reporters) work
without remuneration and the paper is free. It is their spiritual
therapy and a love offering for the American people.
The paper may not be considered letter perfect by some, but so
what? Rome wasn't built in a day and we suspect this paper will
undergo vast changes as time goes forward.
What is truly important, at least to the staff, is that sensitive
people are exercising their First Amendment right to free speech.
They are aware that they aren't in the same league as the
professional journalists. Nor, are they expected to be. They write
well enough for our purposes. Besides, they aren't dependent upon
this paper for a living. The newspaper is their hobby. It is their
act of charity.
What we love about the people who volunteer their time is that
they are ordinary folk who enjoy doing their own thing, each with the
intent to help and not hinder the spiritual growth of other sensitive
people. We are very proud of them. They are true Americans who have a
lot of common sense that needs an outlet for expression. Their
entrepreneurial spirit is awe-inspiring for the simple reason that
they can discern the truth from the lie and put their talents to good
use by writing articles regarding their personal realizations.
Again, I state the American Spirit is not a mainstream newspaper.
It isn't intended to be. It is an alternative paper for alternative
views. It is an avenue of expression for ordinary folk; the sensitive
people who feel they have something worthwhile to make known. It is
chock full of insights of people who feel that they have something to
offer others who are kindred in spirit.
Some may say that the articles written (reported) are more
opinionated than not. We say that this is the opinion of those who
say such things, just as much as they believe that these sensitive
people are opinionated. Who do you know that is not opinionated?
Whether or not it is their opinion makes little difference. Facts are
like truths; they speak for themselves. You find them in between the
lines. Read, and you will understand that you have seen, what was
there all the time for your mind to perceive.
We believe that what these sensitive people have to say is
newsworthy because it is inspirational at core reality. If nothing
else, we feel they offer a refreshing viewpoint. For many, I suspect,
what they say will be considered "food for thought." Then again,
there will be those who are nonsensical and believe that what is
written is nonsense. All we can say is each to their own.
We'd rather report the inner revelations of these sensitive people
regarding certain topics, than print about who was killed, who was
robbed, who was raped, who was mugged, shot, beaten, etc. You get the
idea. There is enough of that sort of thing already being published.
That's not news. Such horrors have been happening since the days of
antiquity. Articles with negative content will more often than not
cause you to become fearful and make you begin to believe that there
isn't any hope. On a larger scale, it creates a massive amount of bad
vibes in the people who come in contact with that bad news.
Our desire is to publish what could empower individuals. Something
that will help inspire people to live life to the fullest rather than
retire or retreat from it. The writers (reporters) of the American
Spirit are exercising their right of free speech to express
themselves as it has been given to them to do so.
We hope the paper is seen as a window of opportunity for freelance
writers (reporters) who would love to see their work in print. It
would be impossible to print all the articles received. Presently,
there is only so much room. In the future, there may be more room,
but for now, the space is limited.
We reserve the right to refuse to print what we feel isn't suited
to the purpose of the American Spirit. The editorial staff decides
what will be inserted.
We are mainly interested in inspiring people to take
responsibility for their own lives. This is not to say that we aren't
accepting articles about religion, politics or social issues. We
review the article to see if it has spiritual value in helping
humanity become aware for well being. In other words, to help people
make better choices in regard to what they put into their body as
well as their mind.
If you like the American Spirit, then write us a letter and let us
know. We would love to hear your comments, ideas and suggestions
regarding this paper. Better yet, why not advertise to help support
the paper? It might help your cause as well as our own. The price of
the paper is right. It's free! If we have to mail it to you, then we
do ask for you to contribute towards postage. The American Spirit has
reached Europe and many states in America. Pretty good for a grass
roots effort. We hope to hear from you soon. Enjoy the
newspaper.
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