July 2, 1776.

The Passing of The Declaration of Independence - John Adams - HBO - YouTube

Politicians these days would have their jello spines fold under the weight of voting on actual life changing decisions and laws.

But back when proper statesmen roamed in the halls of Congress they did do some pretty good stuff.

Could you imagine modern day fact cat politicians standing up for their principles and risking everything they have to vote on something like this? I mean half of these guys had British Army units hunting down their families and friends and their business and assets were on their way to being seized.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pj0ksH2oOnA

Its very easy to "stand" for something when all your counting is votes and dollars, and not British hangman's nooses, and lead shot.

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