My apologies if this is a repost.
This is an Editorial written by an American citizen, published in a
Tampa Newspaper. He did quite a job; didn't he?
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 comprised 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 multi cultural 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!
"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 one other great
American freedom; THE RIGHT TO LEAVE.
This is an Editorial written by an American citizen, published in a
Tampa Newspaper. He did quite a job; didn't he?
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 comprised 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 multi cultural 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!
"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 one other great
American freedom; THE RIGHT TO LEAVE.