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Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby
So have you tracked down all those veterans on Dan Newlin's commercial to make sure they knew you were grateful for their service?
No? Why not? Aren't you appreciative or respectful of people willing to give the ultimate?
In The Villages especially, and in ALL Senior communities, a very large proportion of residents are veterans. If you were in line to get a drink at the bar, you'd miss your turn if you had to stop to thank each one you see wearing a veteran's cap. And the veterans behind you in line would probably get annoyed because you're holding up the line.
On Veteran's Day, I thank the veterans I know, or who I share a line with if I'm in one for something.
They fought for my RIGHT and FREEDOM to not be mandated to thanking them every time I see them. If you feel that I should be required to do so, there are countries where it IS mandated - such as North Korea. You might feel more at home there.
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There's a difference between seeing a Veteran and interacting with one...
No one is suggesting you seek out veterans in order to thank them...