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Old 11-22-2015, 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Challenger View Post
When we get too much of a good thing it becomes trite and largely disrespected. I.E. people talking and laughing, misreable renditions and presentations. The National anthem should be done in a reverent and respectful manner not be part of every b movie and low brow cat fight.

I spent 35 years in the Army, Reserves, and Natl Guard and am still filled with emotion when I observe the NA presented in a Majestic rendition and in the right setting. Don't lower this ancient symbol of our nation to the the ambivalence that it will engender by sloppy overuse
Could not be said in a better way.......................
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