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Wardey 01-07-2003 08:23 AM

Amen Brother !!!
 
After hearing that the state of Florida changed its opinion and let a Muslim woman have her picture on her driver's license with her face covered this is an editorial written by an American citizen, published in a Tampa newspaper. He did quite a job; didn't he? Read on, please!




IMMIGRANTS, NOT AMERICANS, MUST ADAPT. I am tired of this nation worrying about whether we are offending some individual or their culture. Since the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, we have experienced a surge in patriotism by the majority of Americans. However, the dust from the attacks had barely settled when the "politically correct" crowd began complaining about the possibility that our patriotism was offending others.

I am not against immigration, nor do I hold a grudge against anyone who is seeking a better life by coming to America. Our population is almost entirely made up of descendants of immigrants. However, there are a few things that those who have recently come to our country, and apparently some born here, need to understand. This idea of America being a multicultural community has served only to dilute our sovereignty and our national identity. As Americans, we have our own culture, our own society, our own language and our own lifestyle. This culture has been developed over centuries of struggles, trials, and victories by millions of men and women who have sought freedom.




We speak ENGLISH, not Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any other language. Therefore, if you wish to become part of our society, learn the language!





"In God We Trust" is our national motto. This is not some Christian, right wing, political slogan. We adopted this motto because Christian men and women, on Christian principles, founded this nation, and this is clearly documented. It is certainly appropriate to display it on the walls of our schools. If God offends you, then I suggest you consider another part of the world as your new home, because God is part of our culture.





If Stars and Stripes offend you, or you don't like Uncle Sam, then you should seriously consider a move to another part of this planet. We are happy with our culture and have no desire to change, and we really don't care how you did things where you came from. This is OUR COUNTRY, our land, and our lifestyle. Our First Amendment gives every! citizen the right to express his opinion and we will allow you every opportunity to do so. But once you are done complaining, whining, and griping about our flag, our pledge, our national motto, or our way of life, I highly encourage you take advantage of one other great American freedom, THE RIGHT TO LEAVE.

If you agree -- pass this along; if you don't agree -- delete it!

AMEN

jb 01-07-2003 09:17 AM

Kaama...anything???

florida gator 01-07-2003 09:43 AM

Wardey, you're right on. It seems the more cultures that pursue our freedom, the more of our freedom that is lost to keep from offending these cultures.

Shane 01-07-2003 10:23 AM

RIGHT ON!!!!!!!

CigDaze 01-07-2003 10:28 AM

Couldn't agree any more!

Risk Taker 01-07-2003 10:33 AM

YEAH!!!!!! :hothead: :hothead:

Wardey 01-07-2003 02:11 PM

Hey Daze, Glad to see you back. Hope your holidays were great. Wardey

riskybusiness 01-07-2003 02:15 PM

What a joy it is to see someone articulate so well, some of the most basic principles of American Patriotism!:D :D :D

CigDaze 01-07-2003 02:16 PM

Thanks Wardy and likewise!!! :cool:
I hope your holidays were great and a great new year awaits you.

It's nice to be back! I missed this place too much! :D
Although, I can't seem to find the time I'm used to....Of course, I fully expected to get slammed with a busy schedule after almost 3 weeks off! :D;)

Thanks again and I hope all is well!

Steve 1 01-07-2003 02:18 PM

I agree!!


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