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The Lutheran Way of Resistance & the American Revolution

This is an excellent article by Professor Gene Veith. Our translation of the Magdeburg Confession is cited and spoken of in the article. From the article: The Magdeburg Confession taught that resistance to tyranny is a moral necessity.  But that resistance must be carried out

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Application of the Doctrine

Sheriffs Line-Up to Defy Governor in Wisconsin

Sheriffs are arraying themselves in defiance of the unlawful actions of Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers. Evers announced a state-wide mask mandate to take effect at midnight August 1st. Evers has no lawful authority to make such a decree. No magistrate or citizen in Wisconsin should

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Application of the Doctrine

Thanking Lesser Magistrates that Defy Tyrant Governors

Here is a newspaper editorial letter we found online thanking a sheriff in Nevada for interposing against the mask-mandate of Governor Sisolak. Thanking magistrates who defy tyrants is something we should all do. When you see interposition in your area – contact the magistrate(s) and

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Application of the Doctrine

Defiance in Washington State: Revolt of the Lesser Magistrates

After Washington Governor David Inslee declared that anyone not wearing a mask in public will be charged with a misdemeanor starting on June 26th, a rally was held in Lewis County, Washington. Lewis County Sheriff Robert Snaza declared to the people gathered at the rally

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