| IMMIGRANTS,
NOT AMERICANS, MUST ADAPT. I am tired of this nation worrying about whether
we are offending some individual or their culture.
Since the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, we have
experienced a surge in patriotism by the majority of
Americans.
However, the dust from the attacks had barely settled
when the "politically correct" crowd began
complaining about the possibility that our patriotism was
offending others. I am not against immigration, nor do I
hold a grudge against anyone who is seeking a better life
by coming to America. Our population is almost entirely
composed of descendants of immigrants. However, there are
a few things that those who have recently come to our
country, and apparently some born here, need to
understand. This idea of America being a multicultural
community has served only to dilute our sovereignty and
our national identity. As Americans, we have our own
culture, our own society, our own language and our own
lifestyle. This culture has been developed over centuries
of struggles, trials, and victories by millions of men
and women who have sought freedom. We speak ENGLISH,
not Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any
other language. Therefore, if you wish to become part of
our society, learn the language! When I go to Mexico I
expect to have to speak some Spanish. If I go to France I
expect to have to know some French.
"In
God We Trust" is our national
motto.
This is not some Christian, right wing, political slogan.
We adopted this motto because Christian men and women, on
Christian principles, founded this nation, and this is
clearly documented. It is certainly appropriate to
display it on the walls of our schools. If God offends
you, then I suggest you consider another part of the
world as your new home, because God is part of our
culture. If Stars and Stripes offend you, or you don't
like Uncle Sam, then you should seriously consider a move
to another part of this planet. We are happy with our
culture and have no desire to change, and we really don't
care how you did things where you came from. This is OUR COUNTRY,
our land, and our lifestyle. Our First Amendment gives
every citizen the right to express his opinion and we
will allow you every opportunity to do so. But, once you
are done complaining, whining, and griping about our
flag, our pledge, our national motto, or our way of life,
I highly encourage you to take advantage of another one
of our great American freedoms,
THE RIGHT TO LEAVE.
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