Moby, I’m a college student at Gwinnett Technical College. We’ve been talking on a wide range of subjects, one of the subjects was if the United States was under attack or invaded by outsiders who would be willing to fight. Only me and two other men raised our hands because we feel that as Americans it is our duty to stand up for our freedoms. This made me question is patriotism really dead, looking at the events that are happening on Capital Hill it sure looks that way. When we allow our President to apologize for our military action, then we telling our veterans that what they did was not needed? I think our forefathers are turning over in their graves because they fought hard to create this Free Land we call America. I do not think their blood shed was in vain. England was imposing taxes beyond belief and they did so without proper representation much like OBAMA is trying for. I’ve been watching the series “America the Story of Us” on the History Channel, it makes you realize just how much the early settlers fought for our freedoms. The Declaration of Independence could not exist if men were not willing to fight to protect it. I wanna say thanks to all those who have fought to spread the independence in Iraq and those who fight to protect us here at home. Patriotism will not die in my heart, for I know the sacrifices those who serve in the military face and I stand behind them 100%. If a draft came up and was needed I’d do my patriotic duty for you but I know many of you wouldn’t make a stand. The colors of the American flag have a lot of meaning. Red, the blood of shed for freedom, Blue, the loyalty the men had for their love of country, White the pure hearted man that wants a free nation. America the beautiful, full of all races and walks of life, but a nation where all men are created equal and have freedom in the pursuit of happiness. Remember America, this is our land and we need to protect her and guide her with the light from heaven above. God Bless America. Michael Bibikan Michael, Don’t let anyone shout you down, make you question your dedication, and commitment, or dampen your fire. There may indeed come a day young, Americans are called on to stand at the gate, and risk all they’ll ever be to protect this land that, like me, you obviously love. God bless you, Michael, and all the American you that feels the patriotic you feel. Never doubt yourself for a moment. You’re right in your conviction, and I applaud you, and those that feel as you do. Yes, God Bless America, and strengthen those that will not idly stand on the sidelines and watch it implode. I’m proud to share my country with you, son. Thank you for writing a Small Town Soap Box. MOBY