The early saints of the Church went through a physical Exodus similar to the Old Testament Exodus. The comparison of the two is remarkable. Joseph Smith restored the Gospel and the Church originated in New York. The saints were then commanded by the Lord to leave New York. Over many years the saints had to travel and gather in Ohio, Missouri, and would later venture across the country to the west and settle in Utah. New York is a similar representation of that of Egypt when Moses convinced Ph... Read More

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                  Between the 16th and 19th centuries the international economic attitude/system was Mercantilism. This system was how each Nation measured their wealth in comparison to opposing powers. They were so focused on the calculated number of riches they had stored away in their banks. They let it collect dust instead of using if to better the lives of their peo... Read More

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    This week, our discussion of American society focused on the economic differences of this new nation.  Much of America’s reputation since the 20th Century has roots in an economic model which came forth in, you guessed it, 1776.  However, this model did not come from an American; rather it came from what Adam Smith put forth as “An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations.”  This was perfect timing because Ame... Read More

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                  I am proud to be an American. When I am proud of who I am or of certain aspects of my life, I am not just faintly proud. That word holds so much more meaning and power behind it then to be feebly used. I feel the pride encompass my whole being. I am filled with fervor and delight when I consider all the sacrifice that went forth to create this American Nation. The revoluti... Read More

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I look back at my progression through childhood and adolescence and remember my favorite topic I was taught throughout those years in school. I became very attached to the concept of equality. It was a pivotal time in my life when I first learned about Civil Rights. I was six. I remember the weeks my first grade teacher taught us about Martin Luther King Jr. I remember vividly first hearing the atrocities in which white men had... Read More

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