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      Casey Anthony is in court and  NFL players are too.  The NBA is locked out and who knows when they will gain momentum on their deal. There are wars raging in the Middle East.  Mexico's citizens are held hostage by drug cartels. Civil wars around the world rage on. Gaddafi still kills his own countrymen and women. The bad news goes on and on. The end some days feels and seems like it is closing in on us.  There is hope yet,  the greatest nation in the world still stands.       
       It's a testament to our nation and us that after 235 years America still is a beacon of freedom in the world. You will get thrown in jail for criticizing the leader of the Communist party in China. In America you may find yourself at the center of a campaign or supporting one if you do. Whether you take your freedoms for granted or not, the fact remains that you have the ability to do just that. In those 235 years blood has been spilled on this land and others to ensure that you can have an opportunity to have a chance. The strength of this nation  hasn't  been built anywhere except on the backs of immigrants and first generation born Americans. Don't fool yourself, we didn't just get here. 
          The most pure and precious intentions of our founding fathers can still be seen. Ask the small business man if he appreciates that the government won't come and close his shop down on a whim. Ask the musician if  she appreciates that she won't go to jail or get killed for her lyrics. Ask the Muslim or Jew if they appreciate the fact he doesn't have to worry about getting killed by a bomb strapped to a radical on a daily basis. The greatest nation is only great because of what we have achieved as a society. We have come a long way because great people were given a chance to shine. The road to freedom is a long winding insufferable path. Many have lost families, lives and much more on the way to attaining their rightful place as citizens in this nation. The destination for many has been reached but, until we all achieve the desire goal none of us are truly free.  We all share a common thread and it runs straight through the flag to you. Take joy in knowing that tomorrow you have the freedom to do what you want and be yourself while doing it.

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