It is the Soldier
It is the Soldier, not the reporter
Who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the Soldier, not the poet,
Who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the Soldier, not the campus organizer,
Who has given us the freedom to demonstrate.
It is the Soldier, not the lawyer, Who has given us the right to a fair trial.
It is the Soldier, who salutes the flag,
Who serves beneath the flag,
And whose coffin is draped by the flag,
Who allows the protestor to burn the flag.
By: Father Dennis Edward O’Brien, United States Marine Corps
This is a time to pray for our Country and all our fighting men and women in harms way.
Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday as we celebrate our Nation’s freedom!
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