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 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"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.
There a few irritating
things in life and people walking around in America expecting us to change, because they decided to
come here is definately one of those things ).
:) Have fun at the grocery store! Amedeo
