Paul Harvey, the news commentator and talk-radio pioneer whose staccato style made him one of the United States’ most familiar voices, reached more than 24 million listeners at the peak of his career.
Although he was very accurate on everything he had to say, no one could imagine that his famous words from 54 years ago would become the reality of today.
I read this today and thought how relevant it is.
The speech was broadcast by legendary ABC Radio commentator Paul Harvey on April 3, 1965.
He starts his ‘prophesy’ by saying: If I were the Devil… and then continues discussing issues that are these days ours to face.
EVERYBODY should listen to this. Sad to say but Paul Harvey was spot on 54 years ago.
”If I Were the Devil If I were the Prince of Darkness I would want to engulf the whole earth in darkness.
I’d have a third of its real estate and four-fifths of its population, but I would not be happy until I had seized the ripest apple on the tree.
So I should set about however necessary, to take over the United States.
I would begin with a campaign of whispers.
With the wisdom of a serpent, I would whispers to you as I whispered to Eve, “Do as you please.”
To the young I would whisper “The Bible is a myth.” I would convince them that “man created God,” instead of the other way around. I would confide that “what is bad is good and what is good is square.”
In the ears of the young married I would whisper that work is debasing, that cocktail parties are good for you. I would caution them not to be “extreme” in religion, in patriotism, in moral conduct.
And the old I would teach to pray — to say after me — “Our father which are in Washington.”
Then I’d get organized.
I’d educate authors in how to make lurid literature exciting so that anything else would appear dull, uninteresting.
I’d threaten TV with dirtier movies, and vice-versa.
I’d infiltrate unions and urge more loafing, less work. Idle hands usually work for me.
I’d peddle narcotics to whom I could, I’d sell alcohol to ladies and gentlemen of distinction, I’d tranquilize the rest with pills.
If I were the Devil, I would encourage schools to refine young intellects, but neglect to discipline emotions; let those run wild.
I’d designate an atheist to front for me before the highest courts and I’d get preachers to say, “She’s right.”
With flattery and promises of power I would get the courts to vote against God and in favor of pornography.
Thus I would evict God from the courthouse, then from the schoolhouse, then from the Houses of Congress.
Then in his own churches I’d substitute psychology for religion and deify science.
If I were Satan I’d make the symbol of Easter an egg
And the symbol of Christmas a bottle.
If I were the Devil I’d take from those who have and give to those who wanted until I had killed the incentive of the ambitious. Then my police state would force everybody back to work.
Then I would separate families, putting children in uniform, women in coal mines and objectors in slave-labor camps.
If I were Satan I’d just keep doing what I’m doing and the whole world go to hell as sure as the Devil”
I use to listen to Paul Harvey with my mom in the 70s. He is very accurate on everything he says. All the things he mentioned 54 years ago are exactly what’s going on NOW!
Incredible man, Incredible insight. Share this if you agree.
Taylor Swift’s Boyfriend Spotted Looking Devastated During Game—What Happened
Everyone was watching Travis Kelce during Sunday’s game, but it wasn’t just his playing that caught people’s attention. Fans noticed his sad look on the sidelines, especially because someone special was missing from the stands.
Travis Kelce, who plays tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, seemed a bit off during the game against the Atlanta Falcons on September 22, 2024. This led to a lot of chatter and questions among fans.
The game ended with a 22-17 win for the Chiefs, but Travis Kelce’s performance was unusually quiet. Fans quickly noticed that pop star Taylor Swift was missing from the stands for the first time this NFL season. Many thought that Kelce’s less energetic play and sad expression were related to her absence.
Kelce, who had only four catches for 30 yards during the game, was seen in a viral clip on social media looking very down on the sidelines. In the video, the 34-year-old athlete is shown rubbing his right eye and staring blankly ahead, which made fans wonder if something was bothering him.
Fans quickly connected his poor performance to Swift not being there, taking to social media to express their opinions. One user asked, “What happened to him???” Another joked, “His girlfriend isn’t here. If she was here, he would have played better. But what do I know .”
Netizens also noticed Kelce’s sad expression, with one saying, “Free Travis Kelce, man [sic].” Some fans believed his struggle on the field was a sign of deeper emotional issues. One fan commented, “He seems down. ,” while another simply stated, “No Taylor…,” suggesting that Swift’s absence might have greatly impacted Kelce’s performance.
As more fans chimed in, the comments became more speculative. One fan remarked, “Travis Kelce looks absolutely DONE,” while another referenced a famous photo of actor Ben Affleck looking worn out with a cigarette in hand. “Starting to look familiar…” the user said, comparing Kelce’s demeanor to the well-known image of Affleck looking unhappy.
Sources say Swift chose to stay behind and was not by her boyfriend’s side for the Kansas City Chiefs’ first away game of the season against the Atlanta Falcons. She usually arrives about an hour before the game starts, but this was the first game of the season that she missed. Fans began speculating about her absence as the game kicked off at 8:20 p.m. at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
When she mentioned his name and referred to him as her boyfriend, the crowd erupted with excitement. “Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic. So I want to thank him for adding that to our shoot because I’ll always remember that,” Swift said.
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