I think what is most true is that the power of the government derives from the people, so we have a responsibility to keep that government in line.
How true.
Austin: You could post it in China or Iran, however you would probably be imprisoned for it.
I guess I'm a bit skiddish of the idea of "American Values" due to the amount of Patriotic fervor that followed 9/11. Plus I don't just consider myself an "American" but a citizen of the world because I do believe that we live on one planet not just in one country. My values would be my values no matter where I lived but I think I get what you are saying.
I'm completely sure that I have defined value in a way that isn't intertwined with principle.
