Second, those of understanding must be willing to lead out and do what they can to reclaim responsibility for themselves without the help of the government or a special tax break. We must be the pioneers who blaze the trail to societal reform. We must set a moral example. Yes, some may pay a heavy price before the injustice can be shown to others. It requires sacrifice and courage.
Freedom always requires sacrifice and courage.
Among the highest of moral actions is to refrain from doing that which is popular and within our power to do but is unethical or degrading. It is not just in drugs and sexual matters that we should advocate abstinence. Government aid and programs are also a very dangerous addiction. Third, we must become will informed and develop positive, constructive, alternative solutions to today's ills. These solutions must move us toward the ideals of self government under God.