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Originally posted by yellow911turbo
Forget politics for a few days and remember Patriotism - we all bleed red and all pledge allegiance to the same flag. I know this won't stop anyone from practicing their right of free speech... just remember these words and those who have paid the ultimate price for every word you are able to type.
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While I understand your sentiment, there are those that would argue that protesting the war *is* patriotic. Those in the military made a conscious decision to follow the orders of their superiors. The populace has their job too...and that is to be thoughtful and participate in our democracy. And that includes (and in fact demands) that there be dialog about the choices that the country's leadership makes.
As for supporting the troops but not the action, I think that is possible. And I'll put my money where my mouth is. I'll contribute $50 to VFW( or another organization that helps out military families). I would encourage others to do the same.