Today is the 4th of July. It is a reminder of the treasure of independence. A lot of people have died to preserve it. Our flag is the symbol. Show some respect.
I was raised during World War II. I felt the risk of "losing it all". We prevailed of course and I got to enjoy the rebuilding and national pride after the War. The act of burning the flag falls under the protection of "freedom of speech". I do happen to have a strong opinion on flag burning. It is shows a total lack of respect. I'd like to punch out each and every person who even considers it as a protest.
While we are at it, the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and all it stands for is being challenged under the "free speech clause". The "under God" reference is religious discrimination and diverse groups want it removed from the allegiance. Screw them. Our founders included it in their base philosophy and it should stay. Respect my freedom of speech assh---.
While we are at it, anything religious is also under attack. Someplace in South Carolina, they want theTen Commandments removed from a public courthouse. The Federal judges have agreed that it is improper and have ordered removal. I understand that it has a religious bias but if 98% of the population wants it displayed, how can the 2% minority screw it up. Repect my freedom of speech.
Christmas has centuries of history. Yes it makes reference to Christ. 1-2% of the population objects because it is directed at one Christian belief. Yes it is. Yes you can object. No, I won't stop stop singing Christmas carols. My Christmas tree will adorn the town square. I have freedoms too. Assh---.
I guess the flare ups challenging our freedom is testimony that we have a system that has worked. My fondest wish is that the majority express themselves and don't give away freedoms to the tiny, screaming minority.
So on this day, appreciate the freedoms our flag represents. For a system that is so screwed up, we have an awful lot of people trying to get into our country. What does that tell you? It is the 4th of July. We enjoy independence in the greatest country in the world. Show some respect!
My favorite patriotic song? God Bless America!
Love,
Dad