Mixed emotions...
Doug Thompson July 4, 2008 - 6:30am.
I celebrate this 4th of July with mixed emotions. In fact, the only way I can stomach the 4th is by celebrating the American that was, not the America that is.
The America that exists today is a far cry from the one envisioned by our Founding Fathers. Freedom has become a disposable commodity under the Bush Administration's unrelenting assault on the Constitution and the liberties that used to be the foundation for this nation. The Democratic-controlled Congress sits back and allows this to happen, making them willing co-conspirators in the dismantling of the freedoms we once enjoyed as a right.
America is no longer a country admired by other nations. Instead, it is an international bully despised by those who once fought with us as allies.
On this 4th of July, let us remember what we once were and pray that we may, one day, recapture that greatness. As things stand right now, there is little reason to celebrate.
Sounds like an "Anybody but America" rant
This sounds like a cut and paste from the NY Times or AP, neither of which are known for accuracy, fact-checking or balanced viewpoints.
A more balanced view would take into account that millions of people are striving to move to the US by any means possible. What possibly could they be seeking in a land that you find little to celebrate in?
Rather than repeat the tired litany of America bashing, it might be a better use of your talents to focus on specifics that can be implemented.
Anyone can whine. It takes courage and conviction to work for the common good and persist through all of the obstacles that present themselves.
I disagree with your conclusions
As I see it David, I have two choices. I can sit back and let your Republican Party continue to destroy this country that I have loved and served for most of my 60 years or I can work to rid our government of the vermin that have infested it and fight to restore the greatness that was once America.
I love America. I've served it in several capacities and I want it back. What you call whining is true love of country. I'm sorry you don't recognize this but I'm not surprised that you resort to the typical Republican tactic of questioning the patriotism of anyone who does not share the Grand Old Party's myopic view of the world..
When it comes to loving my country, I bow to no one and I'll fight you until only one is left standing. When you seek to impune my patriotism, sir, you've step over the line and that is one step you do not ever want to take..
Fair and Balanced?
Mr. St. Lawrence, let's delve into the subject of why "millions of people are striving to move to the U.S..." First, let me point out that you are lowering the bar by implying that because so many people are moving here that we must be a great nation. Because our nation has more opportunity than the countries these individuals are immigrating from we should be content? We should be saying "all is good, keep the status quo"? Is this what you're suggesting? This truly is a myopic view as Doug pointed out. Our nation has, in the past, been great because we've evolved, because of innovation, because of compassion, understanding and taking the moral high ground. These have all been stagnant lately. And you're implying this is good - as long as we're better off than other nations we're to be proud. It's shameful. In fact I'd even venture to say it's unpatriotic. John McCain will be pleased to have your vote this November.
Let's keep it simple - people migrate to improve their condition. We've done it for hundreds of thousands of years. Whether it's Germany, Spain or the USA matters not. What matter is survival.
Give 'em hell Doug!
Don't back down just because some Republican apologist tries to question your patriotism because you challenge the status quo. Like you, I wonder what happened to the America I once knew. Keep up the good work!
The Course of Human Events
Doug,
This ad from the People's Campaign for the Constitution will resonate with you.
It's also approved of by a Republican group.
Why did we watch it happen?
//I feel we are part of the American giveaway. I did not put this man in office but people have this apathetic attitude when I bring up impeachment questions etc. Why do we just let our vaslues slide away. Americans who would refuse to do a lot can still make a big statement !! What if we refused to buy gas all of us ???
The danger of diviseness
The knee-jerk reaction of Mr. St. Lawrence is a good indicator of just how divisive this nation has become. Mr. Thompson sought only to raise legitimate questions about what has happened to our nation and Mr. St. Lawrence used that as an excuse to question the author's patriotism. I can understand why Mr. Thompson was so upset. Mr. St. Lawrence is a die-hard conservative. That is obvious to anyone who reads his blog. He defends war profiteering, the Bush administration and the Republican agenda. The standard operating procedure for Republicans is to attack anyone's patriotism if they do not agree 100 percent with the GOP line. Republicans like Mr. St. Lawrence advance their agenda by dividing America. Compromise is not possible with such people. Neither is unity.
Your the same way.
Ok. You said Mr. St Lawrence attacked Mr. Thompson, and his patriotism, Correct? Now please, correct me if I am wrong but you just pulled off a much harsher attack on Mr. St. Lawerence, because in your own words "he's a die-hard conservative."
C'MON!
That my friend is hypocracy.
Dividing America? That's what the republicans are doing? Well please, share what exactly are you doing? I'm deffending what I believe in. I am a conservative. I pretty big one at that.
But I'm not gonna get on here and rip someone because of what they believe. I will not tear them appart. That my friend is morally wrong.
Two differences Zach
1-- I have the courage to use my full name when I post;
2-- I know enough about the English language to know that the correct usage is "you're" or "you are" and not "your."
differences?
Differences to what? I know the correct uses of the words.
The only difference I see is that you are making excuses, and once again tearing others down.
There is no good done in that, Charles.
Our country will not grow closer, or united with that kind of attitude.
It's almost like because I'm a conservative, you find something to attack me with. You always point out a fault. What good is that doing? You are not the only one, believe me. Yes, conservatives are just as guilty of it as your are. I'm not singleing you out just because of your BELIEFS. That's your right. You own that; no one can take that from you.
I am singleing you out because of your attitude.
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