It seems the American Philosopher is not doing so well these days . . . . even in terms of a clear concise explanation of what inspires our nation and motivates its citizens, it seems our literary reputation has been sinking.

Indeed, not since the founding of the country has our repository of intellectual thought sunk so low.  The current resident of the White House explains himself in short repetitious phrases, either orally or on social media, including statements that are demonstrably false.  Have we hit bottom yet?  It appears we have.