Honesty

Edwin Rodriguez

English 16

Professor McCormick

Journal Entry

In this reading of Henry David Thoreau's, "Resistance to Civil Government" there was a sense of comradery and freedom. He has very expressive thoughts towards America especially our government. When reading this very unique essay I can see his individuality as clear as glass. One perfect example is when Thoreau writes in his opening paragraph about the government. He states:

I heartly - 'That government is best which governs least'; and I should like to see it acted up to more rapidly and systematically. Carried out, it finally amounts to this, which also I believe ,- 'That government is best which governs not at all"; and when men are prepared for it, that will be the kind of government which they will have. Government is at best but an expedient; but most goverments are usually, and all governments are sometimes, inexpedient. (Thoreau)

I honestly can say that I commend Thoreau for is indiviuality to display the universal truth. He is bold for saying most of what he says and how he feels. He reminds me of of an earlier author we've read about, Micheal Moore in his essay, "Idiot Nation." they both are very blunt and honest in their own way. Now they both have me wanting to read more of their works.