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It is perfectly acceptable to love one's country and yet not be proud of it. Think of the things that have happened since Bush took office: * invaded two innocent countries, possibly three before he leaves office * taken away the civil liberties of all Americans * denied health care to over 40 million citizens * allowed the corporate takeover of America * allowed two of the worst natural disasters to devastate the South and Midwest with little aid * been given virtually total executive control and privilege * ignored warnings for a terrorist attack on innocent citizens on September 11th * allow oil companies to over speculate prices of gasoline so that prices rise nearly $3.50
These are just some of the atrocities committed by the Bush administration. However, while I may not be proud of what America stands for, I love my country. I love my country so much that I will work tirelessly and endlessly for the Democratic Nominee for President, Barrack Obama, until he IS the 44th President of the United States. I love my country so much that I will press the politicians to vote against detrimental legislation. I love my country so much that I will not allow the Fundamental Christians and religious right to intertwine religion into my secular government. I love my country so much that I will join forces with those of every other political party to fight the effects of the climate crisis so that the environment we enjoy today can be admired by every generation to come after us. I love my country so much that I will do my part to pressure the government to reduce our dependency on foreign oil and investigate alternative, green energy sources. I love my country so much that I adamantly oppose any war without reason. I love my country so much that I refuse to see over 4000 innocent American soldiers killed for profit. I love my country so much that I respect and cherish my Constitutionally granted rights to privacy and free speech, as well as freedom of religion.
I love my country so much, that even though I may not be proud of the actions of it's leaders, I love it so much that I CANNOT and WILL NOT watch it slip away. I was born and raised in America, on the promises of freedom and prosperity, and while the American Dream may have disappeared while corporate American reigns supreme, I will not stand by and watch as the country I love disappears as well.
Yes We Can.
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