From this article in the Richmond Times-Dispatch you will learn that some members of the Library Board in Richmond are recklessly playing the political correctness game in their attempts to muzzle the freedom of expression in art by omitting a prominent painting of General Thomas Jackson from public display.

Never mind that citizens groups who have raised funds to refurbish and expand the library have made arrangements, apparently approved, by the suddenly terminated director of the Library Board.

Those who know anything about art would likely tell you that any original art by N. C.Wyeth is considered in the "masterpiece" high value category. He is the artist of the General Jackson painting in question. Arrangements were made with Virginia Military Institute to loan it to the Richmond Library Board. It now appears as though the painting has been turned down.

Is this a double cross or a double standard, or both?

This brings to mind the unfortunate episode sponsored by Gettysburg College featuring an unknown race hustler, "Professor" John Sims, whose so called "art" exhibit features the lynching of the Confederate Battle Flag.

No one denied Sims' right of expression. I personally feel if Gettysburg College wants to exemplify that image, they have the right to do so as long as they are willing to accept the responsibility for their actions.

Freedom of speech works both ways. One can express him or herself freely. Anyone with a contrary opinion is just as free to express themselves on equal footing. Keep in mind, however, that you will, or should be, held to account for your actions.

Sims' exhibit went on with a few alterations (moving inside) and with the full backing of Gettysburg College, the city of Gettysburg and the Gettysburg Chamber of Commerce. Some merchants chose to exercise their rights by opposing it. It now appears as though a genuine example of class art wlll not get the same right of exhibit in the Richmond library system.

While I realize this does not directly affect Georgia where our Georgia Heritage Coalition is most concerned, it can't be ignored. It will happen in Georgia, too. Political correctness run amuck is rampant, and each victory in Virginia or Pennnsylvania only spurs the one-upmanship of racial zealots everywhere.

The Georgia Heritage Coalition was formed at the request of several heritage organizations in Georgia who are limited in political activities by their tax exempt status. GHC is not. We have no limits in mind when pursuing those who impose poliical correctness and its double standands and double crosses.

The GHC membership is growing and ultimately we'll have voices and votes in every county in Georgia. If you haven't joined our team, do so now. You are the major weapon we need to help represent the voice of our Constitutional Republic in your area and the state. If not you, Who?