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Old 09-05-2016, 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by MiaW1948 View Post
As a Canadian, married to an American, I feel we have been born to something that many in the word will be denied. I will always happily and proudly stand alongside my American husband and friends when the anthem is played and if other songs make people feel patriotic and happy, I will stand with them as well but I respect the right of others to remain seated.

In my opinion, you either believe in the many freedoms granted in the U.S.A. or you don't.

Cherry picking your favourite aspect of freedom doesn't seem to match up with the ideals.
Well stated...and dead on!