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It was America that gave birth to “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness”
Written by Jimmie Burroughs “Our country is not the only thing to which we owe our allegiance. It is also owed to justice and to humanity. Patriotism consists not in waving the flag, but in striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong.” James Bryce On this Memorial Day, 2011, let us never forget the price that has been paid for our freedom. It was America that gave birth to “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” and has been the brave men and women of this nation who have bought it and sustained it. Patriotism is still alive and well in this great nation regardless of…
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Courage to stand for what is right even if you’re alone
I write this as my contribution to this Memorial Day and to the memory of all the men and women who have paid the ultimate price and have given their lives so that we can enjoy the freedom of this great country, The United States of America. It is true that a lot is happening in this land that I believe that our forefathers never intended but hopefully we the majority will awaken soon to take back the reins to guide our nation back to the grass roots upon which it was founded. I don’t say that politically because our God neither recognizes the elephant or the donkey but I say it…