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Patriotism in the United States
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Peter Smith of AmericaTheBeautiful.com discusses Patriotism in these United States of America. He encourages all Americans to take an active role in preserving our freedom, our rights and civil liberties. Although we may have our problems in this country, it is your support for this country and its core values that will continue to make this the greatest country in the world. God Bless America.
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Patriotism in the United States
What is Patriotism in these United States? – it is an issue that we as Americans need to address.
Hello again, I am Peter Smith with America The Beautiful.com.
I am inspired daily with the messages we receive from across this country. We continually search for those stories of Patriotism in this great land – many of the messages we receive are powerful stories of the military. We support the military fully, are grateful for these citizen’s commitment to securing our freedoms, their sacrifices and unselfish acts of patriotism.
In addition to our great men and women of the military, we welcome stories of personal patriotism from all Americans. Everyday the people of America are quietly going about their business and demonstrating personal patriotism as an integral part of their lives.
The definition of true Patriotism is the love of or devotion to one’s country. Patriotism is defined by positive and supportive attitudes to a ‘fatherland’ or ‘motherland’ by individuals and groups. Patriotism is exemplified in such attitudes as: pride in a person’s achievements for his or her country and, the desire to preserve the character and culture the basis of the in this nation, including devotion to the fundamental values and principles upon which it depends and camaraderie with other members of the nation. Patriotism also includes loyalty to the values and principals of American democracy found in documents such as the Pledge of Allegiance, Constitution and Bill of Rights:
Preamble to the Constitution states “We the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessing of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America”
I now ask you America - Are you a true patriot?
Are you doing all that you can do? Do you take your rights and freedom for granted? Do you see what’s wrong and miss what’s right about America?
I encourage each and every one of you, as citizens of the United States of America, to be an active Patriot.
Here’s Our Top 10 list of things that you can easily do as a Patriot :
1. Vote: take an active role in choosing the best leaders for our country
2. Conserve: our natural resources
3. Preserve: our history, our values, our constitution and our rights.
4. Promote: the general welfare of our citizens. “love thy neighbor” – make an active effort to live in harmony with those who desire freedom and tranquility………. In the same way you do.
5. Advocate: for the individual’s rights of liberty and justice.
6. Share Pride: Be proud of our country and stand up for her.
7. Celebrate Diversity: America is a melting pot of all races and cultures. This unity and acceptance is our foundation.
8. Learn: about America’s founding principles, our history, our rights and responsibilities.
9. Invest: buy products made in America and support American made goods.
10. Volunteer: Be a part of your community. Work together with others for the greater benefit of all.
I’d like to share a quote with you by the great American Lee Iacocca from his new book “Where Have All The Leaders Gone”
“I'm trying to light a fire…. I'm speaking out because I have hope; I believe in America….You don't get anywhere by standing on the sidelines waiting for somebody else to take action. Whether it's building a better car or building a better future for our children, we all have a role to play. That's the challenge I'm raising in this book. It's a call to 'Action' for people who, like me, believe in America. It's not too late, but it's getting pretty close. So let's shake off the crap and go to work. Let's tell 'em all we've had 'enough.” Thank you Mr. Iacocca for your insight.
It takes courage, conviction, character and common sense. Take action for America. Be a true patriot .
From Americathebeautiful.com – this is Peter Smith
hoping you help to continue making this – An amazing America.