Are we having a debate? I don't think so. I think that it is obvious that the Constitution and what the men who started this country did have a lot to do with genealogy-- and some of us can trace our lineage back to those men. I was totally overwhelmed, excited, and felt a keen responsibility when I found that one of my lines goes back to them. They have a genealogy, too, and I think we might learn much from their lives and their descendants and ancestors about character, sacrifice, etc, as well as from our brave ancestors who came here to live in freedom. Despite all of our problems, America is still the best place to live, and we genealogists are contributing to an understanding of history by doing ours and creating a sense of family, which we are fast losing as a nation. I say three cheers for all that take the time to do this very important work. Some may think we are crazy, but they don't know what an amazing experience it is! Sue