The One Percenters - The Way I Heard It Podcast (Ep. 104)
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The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
Originally posted July 4, 2016.
I wrote this last night around 7pm. I’m posting it this morning around 7am. I point this out because optics seem to matter more than ever in this day and age, and I’d hate to confirm the mistaken belief held by some that I drink beer in the morning.
Even on a holiday.
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Yes, it was their death warrant and they knew it with this phrase, "And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor."
Those of no faith.
I lived in Hopewell NJ I grew up there if you read about John Hart he hid in caves called "John harts caves" I found them when I was 14 on the Lindbergh estate grounds. I will never forget him.
We pledge to each other "Our Futunes". That never really happened now, did it? The first colony, Massachusetts was a Common Wealth. The idea was to share the good fortune, wealth, and in return you got the loyalty and service of each man. Whatever happened to that part of the pledge?
And shall we today?
@@marcisaacs9407 - The answer is, if not, it is the end of the republic. Strap in, it should be a wild ride. Always remember, the revolutionaries that founded this country were hardly a majority (approx. 25%). With the will and wherewithal and a pledge like above, anything can happen. For me, I will not submit to communism.
I really enjoyed the way Mike told the story, if teachers did it this way kids might be more interested. Great job Mike Rowe!
This can never get old or become unimportant. We need to always and forever remember and keep passing this around. Thank you, Mike.
Dang! A story we all know, taught from a very different perspective. Moving and powerful! Thank for reminding us of the sacrifices made by our founding fathers, Mike!
I don't think that WE, in AUSTRALIA, ever had to confront anyone in that way.... except for the Japanese in WW2 of course!
Just goes to show how UNPATRIOTIC tRump is. He wouldn't, couldn't understand the loftier goals envisioned by our founding fathers.
This was enlightening to me, to think we evolved from men who made up the Continental Congress to today’s Congress is horrifying.
Proof that evolution is bogus: Congress.
Agreed😐 Our congress needs overhauling
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You , me and several million of us know that if our forefathers were alive in this day and age , they would be shooting , hanging and killing likely way over half of our Senators and Congressmen right now , and cleaning out that shithole in washington , starting with a whole lot of democrats . We have waayyy more than a failure to communicate going on in Washington , DC.
Six years later and still just as powerful
I lived in Hopewell NJ I grew up there if you read about John Hart he hid in caves called "John harts caves" I found them when I was 14 on the Lindbergh estate grounds. I will never forget him.
Six years later and has become tyrannical. fjb
I am an immigrant from Germany, via Canada. Though Itrained as a scientist, I have a keen interest in history, European, Canadian, American. When I hear Americans complain about how horrific and racist American is, I see the enemy behind the lies coming out of those mouths. That enemy preys on the ignorance of those who are ungrateful for what this country offers them. Our ideological enemies create, in those people, an ignorant arrogance which justifies itself with the patina of “an enlightened education.” Thank you, Mike, for this reminder of the sacrifice America’s ancestors made for this country. It’s time for more Americans to be less whiny, and more grateful.
I have chillbumps.. gratitude for reminding me how amazing this country (and my fellow humans) are!
I lived in Hopewell NJ I grew up there if you read about John Hart he hid in caves called "John harts caves" I found them when I was 14 on the Lindbergh estate grounds. I will never forget him. Talk about the chills on a kid.
were
How great this country was......
You are the new Paul Harvey. Awesome job.
Go for it! Paul Harvey is/was an American icon.
I agree!
I got to laugh here. I start saying the same thing and then I thought....Yep! 4th comment down and 105 people saw it first. I was listening to that guy 50 years ago. Like Red Skelton.
He certainly is!!
And now you know...
The Rest Of The Story!! 😊
You stole exactly what l was going to say!
All Americans need more of this. Examples of what sacrifice for ones liberties truly are.
Thank you, this is always current.
When I had listened to Paul Harvey's "We, the People," I knew in an instant "WHO" these founding fathers were: today's "one percenters." And yes, today's government, all three branches, is out of control. I am sad to see a nation on the brink of collapse, and I don't know what could possibly turn it back around; there are so many issues to be addressed, from over-taxation, moral decay, lack of education, communication, poor work ethic... My dad used to say this a lot: "What this country needs is a good, old fashioned depression." Maybe THEN, the modern day "struggles" of life will be long forgotten when the newfound attempt to survive becomes the norm; fear is a good motivator.
Very good job, Mr. Rowe.!
Hmm - meanwhile the developed world moves on with a healthier, happier society. The same old bitching about getting back to the "good 'ol days" of *checks notes* .....the great depression?!
@@kirksteel You seem to have the typical condescending useful-idiot outlook of a brainwashed commie fool.
Mike, from someone whose family have been in this country since before it was a country
Thank you
I suppose you think you are better than those who came more recently.
I think you have found your calling. I always enjoy hearing you speak. Thanks for taking the time to share.
This was great..should have millions of views. We will now play this for our friends n family every Independence Day. Love ya Mike
Great reminder! We lost all sense of the cost of liberty. Those governing our land have lost all sense of duty, honor, serve & defend. When people living & educated in America celebrate a holiday but don't know what we're celebrating, we're doomed.
US history was my favorite highschool class, for two reasons: 1) my Veteran Teacher who made it so interesting 2) learning about the brave me who founded our country and those who fought for independence. Both the teacher and the lessons made me know I was one Lucky & Proud American. Mike, thanks for the reminder.
This history completely neglects the slaughter and genocide that "these brave founders" took part in, when they came and stole this land. This is white washed history that only highlights a fraction of what was really going on.
Those 56 men were greedy and didn't care about the people. They wanted land and control, and they destroyed an entire civilization of Indigenous people. Any honest person can acknowledge the actual history. Anyone else is an ignorant delusional puppet
I love how you brew intimacy with the characters before you share the amazing story, help return glory to the West as we need your strength here in Australia too. Thanks Mike, Aaron.
Thank you Mr. Rowe . These stories are filled with selflessness , courage , and bravery by a group of men who had a dream or just a good idea , and made it come true ! That too me is amazing. And it deserves our attention and admiration. It's amazing how little Americans know about our founding fathers or their own country. I wish I could come up with an idea to turn it around. I guess we just keep spreading the word around as much as we can . God knows our schools aren't doing it.
Thanks for that Mike.
What amazes me is the lack of understanding the people have in Liberty and Freedom. Many of the people in this country are also willing to give up everything, but for and to the wrong cause. They are willing to give up their rights and therefore liberty and freedom.
God Bless you.
Love the message.
Thank you Mike for the story and the simple facts. We are a wonderful nation filled with honorable people that we ALL can be proud of. Happy Independence Day to you & yours.
I wish I could like this one multiple times Mike.
You just did. What a great video. The 1% risk everything for NO CHANCE AT MATERIAL GAIN.
Me too...was trying to figure out how to smash like button 30 times.
So I just subbed instead.
Right on, Mike ! Words ro describe my thoughts on your presentation are inadequate. Let's all band together and give a healthy 'oo-rah' to those long-ago brave men, and a thundering cheer for people such as yourself who take the time to remind us of how we came to be 'Americans'.
Thank you for once again being a guiding light in these stormy times.
This to me is more powerful now than it was 6 years ago thank you Mike Rowe for all you do for our country .
if true yes,, but we have let it slip through our greedy fingers accepting largesse form our dishonest "leaders."
Of course, within seconds I knew where this was going.
That knowledge does not reduce its impact.
Mike Rowe, doing what Mike Rowe does.
A great presentation.
Thank you Mike. I wonder how many Americans know of this story. Because it Ain't taught in our public schools since the seventies. Very few I'm sure , especially since they were one percenter's. Thanx again for what you do , and like the comment said , you are the new Paul Harvey.
Fantastic story, Mike. And... so spell-bindingly told. Thank you!
The fact that Richard Stockton depended on the kindness of friends, rather than government handouts is also a sad long-forgotten cultural norm. Phenomenal presentation! I fear those true virtues are dying. I hope they can be revived.
6 years later, and it's still just as poignant as ever. 7 years later and we are looking at a different United States. 6 years later, we are on the precipice of a cliff being eroded with every passing day. Too few people remember the lives and love of 56 men who lit the flame of liberty. Too many people take for granted the freedom we enjoy because of their sacrifice. The story of the 56 should be read at every dinner table, at every bar, at every concert, at every church to remind the people of this great nation that we are meant for more than what we have become. The story of the 56 should be in the hearts of every American, on the minds of every tyrant, and should garner admiration, respect, reverence from all... and send a cold shiver down the spine of every person who stands against what this nation was founded upon.
Take that, tRump!
Only half the country forgot. A quarter doesn't care and one quarter are patriots.
You hit the nail on the head! The vast majority of people take "FREEDOM" for granted... and because of that I FEAR we are loosing it! In the last 2 years people (Willingly) gave up freedom and liberty for what they think is comfort and safety. OH HOW SAD!
@@kenttalsma7906 He will be your daddy again in 2024!
@@ChineseBandits if it makes you feel better to say that then you've got a screw loose 🤪
Always love going back through Mike's content and picking up a new nugget of missed knowledge.
7 years later and this is still such a moving story. Happy Independence Day!
Thank you Mike for revealing another hidden history lesson! Who doesn't love a true hero's story packed with courage? This one brings it home to the heart. Imagine a society that was nonexploitive or self-seeking, but just thankful for what they have. We could dress ourselves without the government choosing what we wore or the accepted color schemes.
Americans today are at the point of not trusting the majority of their leaders to even read a kid's book to their children without the fear of indoctrination towards an evil cause.
Yet, even though I have never met you Mike, I would trust you to read to them, because the Spirit tells me so...but without the beer of course. 😊
I love when history comes to life in a way that's relatable to our current situation.
Hey do you think the 1% ers would ever do that here again ? 😂😂😂😂
Viva Mexico and soon enough my people will take our land back.
@@wildestcowboy2668 why ? So it can be turned into another shithole like Mexico ?
When plunder becomes a way of life for a group of men in a society,over the course of time they create for themselves a legal system that authorizes it and a moral code that glorifies it.
Frederic Bastiat
Frances Lewis is one of my ancestors. I love how you told his story. Thanks.
GOD BLESS YOU, MIKE ROWE!
This never gets old Mike, well done again.
But yet we all forget and are not grateful .. Thanks Mike
You are like one of the most grounded famous persons I have ever listened to.
Wow!!! Mike Rowe for President! Ben sayin that for years. I even started a little school for teaching trade work skills. Thanks for the inspiration
So moving. "... we pledge our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor." Gets me every time.
I thought we were talking Clubs and interested, then I recognized Mike Rowe and even more interested; now I’m interested and better for having watched. God bless Mike Patriot Rowe. America is better for his parents having him. Thank you
Half of everything that I know is because you taught it to me. Your TV shows, radio, Pod casts have been my classroom and you have been my teacher. Thank you Mike, I'm a better person because of you.
Wow, powerful Independence Day talk. Thank you, Mike!
Powerful, moving and Thought Provoking!
Well done, Mr. Mike Rowe!
Thanks Mike. The more we share the more we learn. Thanks so much for sharing this.
Please run for president Mike
Loved this piece enough to listen to it again after hearing on Independence Day after doing my annual tradition of listening to "We Mutually Pledge" by Paul Harvey. Yes the Paul Harvey narration is probably one of those "overblown" re-tellings of the stories of the signers of the "Manifesto" but I have still loved it for years. When I was an on-air guy in radio I used to play it every time I drew the short straw and was live on the 4th. If I were still on the air and not just "engineer guy" now I'd probably ask permission to use this one. Nice work Mike, much like "The Rest of the Story" but with a less dated sound. Thanks for taking the time to share these "The Way I Heard It" stories. You are a natural storyteller and the rest of us benefit by your willingness to share.
Do you have a youtube link for that Paul Harvey video?
Great telling of a wonderful story of the beginning of our GREAT NATION. God Bless America & you too. Thanks for taking the time to remind us of the sacrifices made for freedom!🇺🇸
Thank you for an amazing perspective on the the real sacrifices made by our founders. Home of the brave and land of the free are not just words.
I was held captive for 7 minutes. I love stories like that. The podcast & especially the TV show educate, mentally enhance & entertain me. Keep it up, Mike. You’re doing a great job.
Thanks Mike for your insight and dedication to our valued independence.
I lived in Hopewell NJ I grew up there if you read about John Hart he hid in caves called "John harts caves" I found them when I was 14 on the Lindbergh estate grounds. I will never forget him.
When you really consider what these men had endured in an attempt to live their lives in peace and as free individuals with the same rights as any other human on the planet you begin to see just how enslaved we have always been. People are still too concerned with the inconveniences they may deal with if they were to take a stand. I have taken a stand and wouldn't bend and they hit me with everything they had and it forever changed my life. I now live with the words "when injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty" tattooed on my forearm. I see it every day and I am reminded that It is my duty to stand for my beliefs even if what I believe has me standing alone because those who stand for nothing will fall for anything.
Sir, you and a few others like you are today's National Treasures. Thank you for the reminder of why we celebrate this holiday.
I enjoyed the history lesson. Keep the history lessons coming. Thank you my fellow freedom brother
Thank God for these men now we have men who don’t know what bathrooms to use. May God have Mercy on America
These men are why I served in the united states army. I took an irrevocable oath when I joined that day in1976 to protect and defend the Constitution from all enemies foreign and domestic.
Joined in 1975. Didn't get to retire till 2015, but my oath didn't
I'm so happy to see Mike Rowe. What a great American.
Nah, he's a garbage, lying PoS.
Well Done Sir.
Excellent Presentation 👏
Be Well Mike 🙂
2023 thanks. still relevant today.
Thank you Mike Rowe for speaking so frankly.
🇺🇸🗽🎇 thanks Mike ,born and raised in Massachusetts and sick to my stomach to think this state is where it all started,and now this state is a disgrace from the government and foolish people, I've been a tradesman for 5 decades and I'm thankful for you and your wisdom you relay to the people,as in "WE the PEOPLE"🇺🇸🇺🇸
The war started 19 April 1775 when the government sent soldiers to confiscate all firearms and arrest the people who owned them. This date, 19 April 1775 is America's real Birthday. Born in Blood, smoke and fire. Still a great video Mike, Thank you
19 April = Patriots Day. There is a reason it is not a Holyday. Think about it.
@@Patriotgal1 No you think about it. It should be a National Holiday and nothing to do with anything but the shot heard round the world. Piss off punk
Thanks for rerunning this. A reminder is in order.
No time like the present, who knows this kind of sentiment could start a resurgence of the backbone required to turn this country back to it's roots....if not fare thee well and Shalom and God bless and keep you all
This says it all ! Great one Mike ! 🇺🇸
You’re a great patriot Mike
Remember
When the people fear the government, there is tyranny
When the government fears the people, there is liberty
Nice story. And as true as far as it goes.
The issue that initiated the Founding Father’s ire wasn’t taxes by itself, or even so much the tax rate imposed on colonists.
The issue that initiate action on the part of the Founding Fathers was that colonists were being taxed without having representation in Parliament.
A reminder worth repeating every INDEPENDENCE DAY! Heck, every day of the year........ Thank you, Mike.
LIBERTY over Safety, Pledge it !!!
SO enlightening to hear someone with such a following speak such truths.
First time I've gone to your site, I will continue as I need a breath of fresh air and common sense. From day one I have admired you, and now you have my undivided attention.
I’m glad to hear you contribute your inspirational insights onto this up & coming generation! You kind of remind me of the late great Paul Harvey! So Mike, give us “ the rest of the story!”
6:13 - Those who sacrifice essential liberty, to purchase temporary security, deserve neither, and soon lose both.
I had a feeling where you were going with this story, even though I didn’t know the people mentioned. I salute my neighbours to the south🏴🇨🇦
Thanks Mike, Happy Independence Day to you too! You're a real American hero.
Well done, Mike. Thanks for reminding citizens of what the 4th of July is really all about. Not just a day off work. The inconvenient reality that we all need to work hard to achieve success and maintain our way of life. Doesn't matter what you do. Smile anyway. Help others. Be honest. It's frustrating to see what is happening to our youth and our country. The media is convincing everyone they are helpless victims and to rely on government handouts to live.
You have shined a light on this, and I thank-you for this.
FYI, I'm 61 ,work construction " carpenter " over 40 yrs experience. Tried to retire.
Was depressing so back to work after 4 back surgeries. Fused neck, back in my happy place. LOL
Mike Rowe is an exotic tribrid of Paul Harvey, Will Rogers, and Mark Twain!
It sounded at the beginning that you were comparing the framers of the Declaration Of Independence (favorably) with the present day One Percent. I hope not, because there IS no comparison.
Yeah, it's incredibly naive of him. Our modern-day ultra millionaires/billionaires have no loyalty to America, which is why they outsourced jobs and hire an army of lawyers to keep dodging their taxes. Many of them are weirdos with no values or loyalties other than to having power and money (Blankfein, Bezos, Koch etc.).
My grandfather and my father and even my mother always taught us kids that there is no price that is ever too high to pay for liberty. Our founders were incredible people that did an amazingly incredible thing and it is just amazing that even today there are people just like they were.
This showed up in my feed on July 3, 2023. Happy 4th everyone!
Thank You, Mike. I only wish we had enough to support your efforts on our behalf.
Man the new light that you shine on our independence is among the brightest. Such a awesome job!
Mike, as usual crystal clear and spot on!
Mike is the Best History Teacher I've ever come across, probably since Herodotus. Mike, if you could teach Geometry, Mechanics & the ever-dreaded and detested Algebra, we might even be able to go to the Moon or Mars Someday. Yes, even Us: the ditch diggers, the dishwashers, the toilette cleaners and the Toilers of the Farms and Cities. Even Us! Cheers,
Mike, you sound like today's version of Paul Harvey!! Glad to see you take up a very worthy cause. Now, go for it with great enthusiasm!
I allow the commercials to run while I read the comments.
I hope this helps!
I have been transformed by you and will refer to independence Day as independence Day I will celebrate it on the 4th of July every year until I die I remember those men all 56 of them and I thank them now wherever they are for what they started and what they finished on behalf of the future of America which includes me and you Mike.
Oh the Happy 4th of July (even with a bit of accent, nice touch) was such a unashamed gig at the south. Being from Alabama, I hear that a lot. I to enjoy saying Happy Independence Day, it just seems a little more authentic. Thank you for all that you do and where your focus remains. Strong, talented and resourceful America.
Ironic that there are 1000 thumbs up,,,, and 10 Thumbs down. You should re-release this every July 1st.
Thumbs down are all the queerbait commie dullards who are pure scum.
Usa needs more Mike rowes
Happy Independence Day 2023
Love you Mike. You should be president of our country. This USA needs people like you in charge. You are definitely fulfilling your call. Keep up the GOOD work
Mike Rowe gets better with age. Dang. What a heart-rending story, I didn't quite realize it was like that ... I puzzle over why they did not take precautions to ensure their loved ones weren't taken alive? I could never imagine that happening to my Wife and Family ... I'd sooner see us gunned down on our own land or eating cyanide pills for our last supper together. Either way ... heavy duty. Thank You, Mike Rowe, for this incredible piece of Americana. It's in my archives now.
Thank you for sharing that Mr. Rowe. Rarely do we in this country hear about the sacrifices all of us made, rich or poor, to create this country. For better or for worse our ancestors have given us an opportunity to uphold and maintain our freedoms. These freedoms extend to every single citizen and must continually be earned. I only hope we can continue to do our forefathers proudly.
Love you Mike,, Happy Independence day and Thank God for those brave 56 men.
As Independence day approaches again, my mind brushed over watching this video 2 years ago. So I rang it up and watched again. My eyes are stinging , so again Thank you Mr. Rowe. And THANK YOU ALL WHO HAVE CONTINUED TO FIGHT, ALIVE AND DEAD, MIA, for keeping it possible for us to crack a beer, fire up a grill, EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR.
Ideologies ruin life, beliefs bring struggle, following others disempower… What kind of game do we play if there is no compassion for the real fact?
What a brilliant concept, still worth preserving, still worth fighting for
I have got to tell you Mike, about the middle of your presentation I was getting angry. I thought you were talking about today. I was thinking about anarchy. That's what it was, but not toward our government but the British. This was a powerful video. Thanks
The British were, ultimately, the government. American colonists were subjects of the king.
Such a great story -no matter which side of the aisle one sits. ❤️
A house divided can not stand. I wish more people felt the same as your comment implies. The status of our government and people, that is, not Mikes storytelling.
What aisle
What aisle
Very well told. I live in Australia and it was all new to me. There is an echo however. I was born in England just after the Second World War and my wise parents took us from the devastation and food rationing to beautiful New Zealand thence PNG as missionaries thence Australia. Am logically in my latter 70’s and have long felt so sorry for the widows of that terrible war. They are gone now so rest in peace. But those men you mentioned were like the troops that went off “to save the world” and they too never came back.
Your 4 brave men fought and died for a miserable America going to hell in a basket as is England, France, Germany, Australia, South America, Africa, Europe......what a waste the giving of those past lives.
Is there a wise reader of these words able to point to any government anywhere anytime which brought peace, prosperity without corruption. Please name just one.
My point? We can mend broken bodies, build awesome bridges, airplanes, works of incredible art.....but NO ONE has the innate ability to govern another. Not in our own homes or streets or communities, country nor State. We have to look outside of a square which brings, bloodshed, misery, inheritance of mere cash to our children.
Those men in the beginning of your story expressed a feeling we all have...but the method failed them and their immediate families. As with all the troops in history ......there has to be a better way that we can find based on the eloquence of those earnest men.