Why I
Stand
The controversy about standing for the national anthem has
reached into every corner of our society. It has become a flashpoint for rancor
and fervor from both sides, about the meaning, and if all Americans are represented.
We have heard from some that the anthem the does not represent them personally.
That is their right. There are a lot of
reasons to respect the flag and the Star Spangled Banner. Now that we have heard the
bad let us remember the good. This is why I stand.
I stand out of respect for those who have fought and died
fighting evil, and preserving our Constitution and thus our way of life. I
stand out of respect for unselfish men and women who protect us from ourselves.
I stand out of respect for the people who help others everyday. I stand out of
respect for rule of law, without which there would be anarchy. I stand out of
respect for opinions that I don’t agree with. I stand out of respect for the good
that is done in this country on a daily basis. Protesters can kneel all they
and then benefit from that what they protest, to show they care. I choose to
show I care, by volunteering in my community, giving to underprivileged
children, giving water to the homeless in 118° or the freedom to raise two generations of
children who aren’t bigots. These are the freedoms the flag and the Star
Spangled Banner represent for me. That is Why I Stand.
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