As a member of the tea party movement, I often find myself engaged in conversation with people who make excuses for America's greatness.  They tout the evils of capitalism while immersing themselves in the fruits of its fields.  They view our military as a conquering and occupying force, yet wish to be protected from threats, both foreign and domestic.  They believe America should be brought to a more humbled financial position in the eyes of the global community, yet they continue to relish in their lavish lifestyles in this country.   Honestly, I find the majority of these liberal leaners to be ill informed.  They view their news from biased media houses and have a tendency to regurgitate those same sources in debate, setting aside common sense for what I would define as a more elitist perspective! 

 

As a former veteran and mother of two sons who are serving, I stand firmly on my platform of patriotism and pride in country. I will always say the Pledge of Allegiance and salute the flag of my Nation. I will never diminish my homeland nor will I ever desert her for the shores of another.  I will, instead, continue to honor my military oath to defend her through all crises, both foreign or domestic.  And I will spend the rest of my days ensuring that both political parties adhere to the Constitution of these United States and to the principles set forth by our founding fathers. 

 

My German grandfather stole passage on a Navy ship at the age of 17 to come to America - for freedom.  He raised six children, served on the city council, saved many families during the Great Depression, and he died penniless; but he died FREE, in America.  What a great contribution this immigrant made through the hard work of his hands and the goodness of his heart.  My great grandmother's family came from French Canada.  She, too, raised a family, fed hobos on the back steps of her porch,and  took in ironing during the Depression to keep her children alive.  I believe we are all imprinted with the genes of our forefathers.  They taught us to work hard, to adapt and overcome life's hardships, to raise contributing members of society, and to give a "hand up" to the needy.  Most importantly, their collective example taught us to serve others and to make a donation to the piggy bank of America.   I am grateful to have been born in the United States and to have lived a life of relative ease because my forefathers and mothers paid the way forward.     For these reasons, I will always be UNAPOLOGETICALLY AMERICAN!