President’s Message

Protesting and flag waving.

I like parades and fireworks. I like waving the American flag no matter the size.
I get choked up saying the “Pledge of Allegiance” or hearing the “Star Spanked Banner” and even “God Bless America”.

So, the thought of spending the month, week or even the day protesting the dramatic changes and abuse of power the Republican administration and Congress approves. Sitting in with the angry, emotional political resistance people waving signs, chanting protest slogans or singing songs doesn’t sit well with me. It’s not the “norm” I’d like, the red, white and blue holiday, the bright American dream climate, the political energy I want or remember. At least my fantasy of it.

But,
I’m not happy with what I read in the news, not the opinion pieces, the real news. I don’t like the abuse of power and the aggressive handling of people. I am happy that the judicial system is not totally politicized. I am proud that I can protest, but unhappy that this right is abused and threatened. I am unhappy and disturbed that anti-fascism has gotten the label as seditious and terrorist. I am happy that people are protesting and demonstrating for their rights as free Americans.

So,
Remember those brave people in generations past that helped to keep America the “land of the free”. Wave your American flag, no matter the size. It’s your right!

Nameste, Chas