@misanthro, you will rot in hell, and you deserve a slow death, being buttfucked by a hodgie, while a troop is grinning in your face, saying "whoops! Let one get by did we??"
@misanthropicagenda1 you are a hateful person. They have done so much for us. If they did bad then we would not be free. How would you like that. You are just an ungreatful peson. No one is going to like you.
That first scene alone (pawnshop scene) is ridiculously powerful and chocked full of symbolism. Seems like every single detail that's shown on camera has meaning. If hollywood films were even half that thought-provoking I might actually watch them.
I'm proud to be an American were we have the freedoms to do what we need and the marines the soldiers this whole country we are the U.S.A and the recent new of osama beh ladins death is great and proad news to us and we need to remember 9-11 because are nation got attack and left a giant hole in our nation ill be a freshmen in highschool next year and i will all ways remember 9-11 and Osama's death if you took the time to read this thank you and pray for the soldiers in iraq and iran
I'm a Viet Nam Veteran, everytime I see this video I let the tears form in my eyes and the sweet burn in my heart fills me with emotions so deep......I have watched this video so many times as the song is so beautiful and the characters are so fantastic.
how can anyone vote this down, they must either, not be an american, a soldier, had someone that never served and/or died in war, or be a complete idiot.
Is Sen John McCain POW Who stayed in a POW camp because it was what was right. and did not accept his free ride out EARLY... Because his Father & Grand Father were Navy Admirals...... As an American I'm PROUD & Honor those who SERVED....
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lots of people in south america cried for freedom once, then the CIA killed them or had one of the death squads they trained deal with the freedom lovers..
a myth....there is no school of the Americas.....a vile leftist concoction, devised in the minds of human filth to discredit our nation's benevolence....
are you such filth?...or merely one of their dupes?
I hope I can live to see the day when no one has to cry for freedom anymore and no one else has to suffer and die so that people can be free. Until that day comes all I can say is that I want to thank the men and women who serve this country every day. I don't think I could ever thank them enough. If you're reading this and you've served this country I thank you. To anyone in the armed forces who has been deployed I hope you're alright and that you come back safely. My heart goes out to you.
I do see that there will always be war and I realize what I wrote before was naive. Anyways if you or someone close to you has fought in a war/served this country in some way then I'm very grateful. I wish you the best.
Why thank me? I should thank you and I don't think I could thank you and everyone else in the service enough for serving this country. I think to serve like that is incredibly brave. If you or someone else reads this and you're serving overseas, please know that someone is thinking of you and hopes you come back safely. My heart, my hopes and my prayers go out to you.
Excellent video--one of the top 5 on YT in my opinion. Freedom never cries, but we must cry: Freedom! until our last dying breath, like William Wallace, aka Braveheart. God bless all soldiers fighting in the name of Freedom.
Freedom is what's in your heart. If you've been set free from sin and you've received God's forgiveness through Jesus Christ, you are free even if you are locked up in prison. A person with all the money in the world is a prisoner if he's a slave to sin and satan. He has no hope.
Awesome Vid Jonny , always liked 5 for fighting , now all the more reason to. It's nice to see artists out there doing something positive for the troops instead of condeming them and the war.
Johnny you out did yourself on this one my friend. How anyone could not watch this and cry is beyond me. I certainly did. God bless our troops and the United States of America
Thanks, but I didn't create this one... The song is by John Ondrasik (five for fighting), Mike Broderick (former Marine) played the guitar man and Fred Ferguson (MOH recipient) played the pawnshop owner...
I agree that this video is brilliant and offers a glimpse of the price paid for our freedom and we must never allow it to be taken for granted!
God bless America! i love this video and i love this song but most of all i love all the people who are(or was) protecting our freedom. god bless you!
Thank you! I'm basically a pacivist. (sp!) But my son did an 8 yr stint in the Marines and now he's in the Air Force. I respect what he feels he has to do and I'm afraid for him!! But I know if it wasn't for our Military we would not the freedom that we have and enjoy. I still believe that as long as mankind is on this planet there will be war!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I would argue that you are NOT a true Pacifist, but rather a true Patriot.
Pacifist litmus test:
If you saw anyone trying to harm your own child, is there ANYTHING you wouldn't do to stop them?
If you can honestly answer that you wouldn't engage in violence to stop them, then you're a true Pacifist. I don't believe that any respectable Parent is a true Pacifist!
Unfortunately War IS Inevitable, but self-sacrifice for others lives is the ultimate act of Honor!
Why would your skin color suggest you aren't an American? Are you purple and green plaid with blue polka dots? That might suggest that you aren't from the planet Earth, but this nation is made up of all peoples and there is no other like it... Color has nothing to do with being an American, but Loyalty and Respect for America and those who have fought for our freedom have everything to do with being an American... You sound like an American to me!
No sweat, it happens all the time... I haven't had many negative comments from the "Anti-anything honorable" crowd for quite awhile now, so maybe it's safe to quite monitoring comments...
I was at the Medal of Honor Gala at the Reagan Presidential Library when John Ondrasik sang this song for 43 MOH recipients. It was an inspirational and emotional moment, and I am forever grateful for having been there. It is wonderful to see respect and admiration for those who have given more than most can imagine. Mr. Ondrasik should be considered a shining example in the entertainment industry for his efforts.
I was at the Medal of Honor Gala at the Reagan Presidential Library when John Ondrasik sang this song for 43 MOH recipients. It was both an inspiring and emotional scene, and I am forever thankful for being there. It is wonderful to see respect and admiration for those who have given so much. Mr. Ondrasik did a great service that night, and should be considered a shining example in the entertainment industry for his efforts.
The Unites States of America is the greatest country in the world. Hearing songs like this and seeing pictures of what life is like in the Middle East makes me so thankful for the soldiers who fight for America. It's really a privilege to live in a country like this. I am so proud to be American.
just wanna say 'what a beatiful song' & I'm glad I got to see the video. Ive been enjoying the song in my car for a while now & the vids exactly how I imagined it.
There is no freedom with islam. Moslema Obama is sure slobbering over this big 'change' of his. In all his campaigning, he's never explained this 'change'.
Overall, prescription opiate deaths increased 68.3%, with the largest increase among females 103%, whites 76%, Southerners 113%, and the 15-24 age group 113%, being most significant among rural populations. The # of accidental overdose deaths rose from 11,155 in 1999 to 19,838 in 2004, a rise attributed to the prevalence of OxyContin and Vicodin. The # of Heroin overdoses also rose dramatically during this period (11.6% of 2.5 mil addicts is nearly 300,000)... McDonald's is as bad as heroin!
" have yet to meet a Conservative that ever spit on a soldier, burned a flag or called our troops murderers... and personally I could never justify being in a party that welcomes the votes of those who do... "
That means allot to me, I may not be allowed to risk my life for this country, but I fully intend to give whatever I have fighting for the honor of those that have!
I am often humbled and sent to one knee for God and Country... and just as often I am humbled and sent to the other knee for those that preserve my right to appreciate God and Country... They have sacrificed their own lives that I may taste this bitter sweetness that we call Freedom!
"Thomas Jefferson once said, "The tree of liberty must now and again be watered by the blood of patriots."
Let us now realize what that blood is worth. Because of the dead, we live. In fact, we live better lives than were possible for them. The deceased will never have a chance to taste the freedom that they purchased... And yet, they buy it anyway... For posterity... For a legacy... For us..." - Rebecca Katterson
be careful when you insult liberals. there are quite a few of us who are veterans, and combat veterans; i.e. senator mike webb usmc rwetired. there are quite a bit of conservatives who would never fight and die for this great nation. so don't generalize people and spit on their uniforms because we don't agree with you. a lot of combat veterans are against all wars because they have seen the horrors of it. i will concede that many veterans are republicans and conservatives.
Just some "liberals" that come to mind who have called our Troops Murderers: John Murtha, John Kerry, Nancy Pelosi, Michael Crook, Code Pink, World can't wait... (with Blue Falcon & Commie liberals like that, who needs enemies?)
I have yet to meet a Conservative that ever spit on a soldier, burned a flag or called our troops murderers... and personally I could never justify being in a party that welcomes the votes of those who do...
I fail to see the connection you assert when you stated:
"be careful when you insult liberals. there are quite a few of us who are veterans, and combat veterans... so don't generalize people and spit on their uniforms because we don't agree with you."
Service and Political Ideology are two separate entities, insulting your Political Ideology in no way makes any statement about your Service...
The word liberals refers to political ideology and calling the Marines Murderers refers to Service...
Absolutely beautiful song and video. Rarely are good and bad so clearly drawn outside of comic books, yet so many struggle to find a way to paint those who bring freedom as the bad guys. I hope they wake up before it's too late. The world needs more songs and videos like this one. Thank you.
I couldnt watch the full thing. My cousin and brother are in a wasted country right now, and people are making it harder on me. Im crying right now. Its hard loving a soldier
I honestly believe that watching the full thing would give you a better understanding of why your tears are so important... The fact that this country produces individuals like your family and mine is a testament to it's greatness, there is purpose and meaning behind the pain that so many of us feel... I understand your fear, but I've witnessed an Honor and Love that cannot be surpassed, It's the willingness to sacrifice all for others... Screw the critics, pray for them and honor their service!
it sad when sombody will practicaly give away his own country for a guitar. the flag is as important as our country. it is a good thing he took the flag back. it is defanitly more important than a guitar. every one who reads this comes from my heart.
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This might be well put together, but it does not take away from the truth. Americans always forget the truth, or turn away from it......America is not the greatest, only the greatest in civil war, racism, lack of education and overspending.......America has become a facist state and I am ashamed at so much of it.
you make me sick you fucking dumb shit. The only reason you can even say those things is because those vets died for you! If you would rather live in the middle east or china or somewhere like that, where there is no freedom then by all means go. At least I won't have to listen to your retarded comments. With any luck you will be taken away by the government of wherever you go for using that big mouth of yours and then you might learn a lesson. You disgust me.
All the great comments here have made me really proud to have been a part of making this video. Thanks to all who continue to support our military. Before becoming an actor, I did my time in the Corps, so it's good to see that folks are making use of their freedom of speech, too.
BTW, the other gentleman in the video is Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, Fred Ferguson, a real war hero (that's him in the picture on the shelf, too).
Extraordinary! As one who lost a spouse in SE Asia, I know the value of that flag...and thank you for honoring Fred Ferguson and the thousands like him who have served and sacrificed.
--Those fighting us aren't "defending their homes from invaders." They're thwarting efforts to rebuild because they don't want democracy for they will lose power. Those protecting their homes are actually HELPING us. Ex: Long lines for hiring police & widespread voting even through both draw fire from your precious insurgents.
"many veterans of it are speaking out against it."
--You're right, mostly. But your lies are propaganda. You need to discover the actual truth, not what the terrorists & their enablers want you to believe is the truth.
"Love is ALL you need, we all need to stop killing each other"
--Terrorists hve been the ones killing for the past 30+ years. We've just recently started protecting ourselves & trying to stop them. But I suppose you have a problem with that. All America-haters cant stand it when the USA fights back
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I'am not for obama nor clinton nor McCain, and
definately for a government who would stage an attack to their own country to give us good citicens a motive to wrongfuly invade other countries and further expand their ring of power thru bloodshed, deliberately pinning christians agains muslims.
Bush nor McCain are Christians so dont be fooled by their lies, research now times are critical.
"a government who would stage an attack to their own country to give us good citicens a motive to wrongfuly invade other countries and further expand their ring of power thru bloodshed"
--Yet you choose to remain a citizen of that country, reaping the benefits of the safety, security, and prosperity that nation provides for you. There are words for that, like "coward" and "moocher." You're definitely not living by your convictions. When will you start to do so?
This video made me cry-sorry if I make a spelling mistake ! Excellent-5***** and in my favs . Thanks for sharing NewsGuy2005- This is so sad - good but sad
So many Americans hate America and yet they live here, it's not like we or they are forcing you to stay in this great land. Many millions have died trying to come to America for their dreams. I ask you Americans who spew hate for America please leave, there are other places to live on this earth. Honor the soldiers who have fought and are fighting for this country, do not treat the soldiers of today like back in the Vietnam days. We must be strong and be proud who we are. We are one people.
Do not forget 9-11 ! Do not forget our men and woman in uniform! Great movie on the fourth of july "God Bless America"
In 1776, John Adams declared, "The second day of July, 1776, will be the most memorable epocha in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival. It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God Almighty.
The true terrorists are the ones in our goverment who created a sitiuation that would inflame americans enough that they could go into Iraq. Google what was proposed in 1961-Operation Northwood. Caompare to what happened on 9/11.
Only cowardice stands by and allow the things that Hussein and others did. It's true we need to stop killing each other, but it's also true that islmaic extremists are most likely not going to do that. Measures must be taken to stop them before they become too powerful to be stopped.
--More propaganda from LovesPeace. We conducted war operations against the military & military/industrial targets to achieve the objective. FACT: We NEVER targeted civilians. FACT: The overwhelming majority of Iraqi civilian deaths are at the hands of other Muslims.
"all those dieing in our military"
--It's "dying." You see them as helpless targets. We see them as fallen heroes who are doing a great job. Compare these casualty numbers to WWII.
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LoL thats some bullshit, that just because we're americans we are supposed to support this tyrany? so youre saying its ok to frame other countries of crimes and kill innocent people and take their resourses. Then turn around and bankrupt our economy like shits not bad enough. Putting mercury on vaccines?
killing us citicens for no reason?
If 911 was an islamic extremist attack i would be 100% supportive, unfortunately thats not the case. peace
--Tyranny isn't duly elected, with term limits, or share authority with 2 other branches of govt, or have a law to abide, or the GAO & the FBI looking at everything. Propaganda.
"kill innocent people and take their resourses"
--Innocent people die in war. That's a fact of war, of life, of history, of the world. What resources have we taken? Please tell me.
"and by the way look it up, veterans against the war, there have been many marches"
--Yes, I already know about them. They are still vastly, vastly outnumbered by those soldiers * Marines going back for extended duty because they believe in what they're doing.
BTW, those marches are backed by Communist front organizations, like "World Can't Wait." I think it's time you started doing some research instead of looking down your coke-filled nose at me.
Thank you Thank you Thank you a million times for this song. As a military wife, I love it when our military gets recoginzed for what they do. Let Freedom Ring!!!
That people can come on this blog and speak ill of this video is itself a testament to the greatness of this country - freedom of speech - I will never agree with what you say, but I will fight to my death for your right to say it here in America.
This video is great. It shows that there are finally some celebrities who actually have pride in this nation and our troops. People need to stop and think about the reasons why we are here today, why we have the freedoms we have, and how we got them. I am proud of this country, no matter what people say. We have every right in the world to call ourselves a great nation. If you do not think so, maybe you should leave.
Just watched Sicko. America can't or won't look after it's citizens in need. It has no right to call itself a great nation. It is a disgrace if it thinks people are just objects to make money off of. Wake up America!!!
A public hospital is a hospital which is owned by a government and receives government funding. New York City's Health and Hospitals Corporation Video of Dying Mental Patient Being Ignored. Martin Luther King Jr./Drew Medical Center public hospital operated by Los Angeles County Department of Health Services. Botchedoce how awake are you when it comes to government run hospitals. I would like to point out where do these things happen? The cities in which are run by American socialist.
If you actually sat through Moore's propaganda movie you are the one that needs to wake up! His movie is full of facts that he has twisted to fit his agenda.
botch, interesting - you're such an ignorant idiot that you actually believe the bullshit in Michael Moore's crockumentaries. Wake up, dude - the liberals are LYING to you in order to tax the fuck out of you with more social programs that won't work. America is not yet a socialist country, and hopefully never will be.
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daveatx calls others ignorant idiots for questioning wicked behavior in America. You better check on your knowledge davie boy because your beloved country is being robbed and destroyed in front of your little eyes. When America falls I'll ask you again who the idiot is. Maybe you will learn more by then
more yammering idiocy from botchedunce - learn to construct logical sentences, learn what facts are, and learn how to think for yourself. then come back and we'll talk.
The beauty of America is that we have self worth and ownership. Socialism will never take hold here. America is going to stay that Bright shining light of Freedom Whether you like it or not.
@ssgkillsuall: LOL. Awesome!!
bored19752007 1 month ago
@misanthro, you will rot in hell, and you deserve a slow death, being buttfucked by a hodgie, while a troop is grinning in your face, saying "whoops! Let one get by did we??"
MrBoAyers 7 months ago
lol i masturbated through the whole clip
fuck the troops
misanthropicagenda1 8 months ago
@misanthropicagenda1 Hey, why dont you do us all a favor and go get fucked by a horse?
nibblerseven 3 months ago
@misanthropicagenda1 your a fucking ungrateful basted if there is a world war i hope the enemy comes to your house first you piece of shit
13xo4life 1 month ago
@misanthropicagenda1 you are a hateful person. They have done so much for us. If they did bad then we would not be free. How would you like that. You are just an ungreatful peson. No one is going to like you.
katiejami 1 day ago
I know I don't.
katiejami 1 day ago
Can anyone tell me why "patriotic" songs have the cheesiest lyrics? This isn't the only one I have heard that just sucks.
bored19752007 8 months ago
@bored19752007 can anyone tell me why your mother didnt just swallow you
ssgkillsuall 1 month ago
@bored19752007 You suck.
katiejami 1 day ago
Brings a tear to my eye. Thanks!
sbenard1 8 months ago
That first scene alone (pawnshop scene) is ridiculously powerful and chocked full of symbolism. Seems like every single detail that's shown on camera has meaning. If hollywood films were even half that thought-provoking I might actually watch them.
holobalobalo 8 months ago
I'm proud to be an American were we have the freedoms to do what we need and the marines the soldiers this whole country we are the U.S.A and the recent new of osama beh ladins death is great and proad news to us and we need to remember 9-11 because are nation got attack and left a giant hole in our nation ill be a freshmen in highschool next year and i will all ways remember 9-11 and Osama's death if you took the time to read this thank you and pray for the soldiers in iraq and iran
jos11wil 9 months ago
@jos11wil People are not very good if they are not appreciative of soldiers. They do TONS for us and we don't get close to paying them back.
katiejami 1 day ago
Oorah.
1st Battalion 6th Marines, two deployments in Iraq, one in Afghanistan.
jarid3001 1 year ago
this is a greatest song i love it and im proud to listen to it
jos11wil 1 year ago
I'm a Viet Nam Veteran, everytime I see this video I let the tears form in my eyes and the sweet burn in my heart fills me with emotions so deep......I have watched this video so many times as the song is so beautiful and the characters are so fantastic.
georgeabraira 1 year ago
or it could be that people who voted this video down have no idea of freedom, or they just do not know how great it is, so they despise it.
th3w01f85 1 year ago
how can anyone vote this down, they must either, not be an american, a soldier, had someone that never served and/or died in war, or be a complete idiot.
th3w01f85 1 year ago
lol @ benazir bhutto being in this vid
heatsketch 1 year ago
war isnt winning its going on till other person gives up
the000reaper 1 year ago
BTW The man in the bed at 1:23
Is Sen John McCain POW Who stayed in a POW camp because it was what was right. and did not accept his free ride out EARLY... Because his Father & Grand Father were Navy Admirals...... As an American I'm PROUD & Honor those who SERVED....
ope7734 2 years ago 3
This gave me insane chills.
A M A Z I N G.
My brother is overseas in Afghanistan, i miss him.
Be safe PV2 Gill.
I have faith you will come home safe.
God Bless all Soldiers you all have my full respect, thank you.
JohnDeereObsession19 2 years ago 7
What an awesome video. Giving credit to it belongs to proves the man that you are!
Your pal
Val
valofvalhalla06 2 years ago 2
Is this the official video, or did you put it together?
hanshotfirst1138 2 years ago
The credits are in the upper right hand corner, click (more info) to expand...
jonnymordant 2 years ago
My fiance served in Afghanistan for a year....this song hits home.....i LOVE it!
chrchic31 2 years ago 3
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lots of people in south america cried for freedom once, then the CIA killed them or had one of the death squads they trained deal with the freedom lovers..
ThatsMrProducer2u 2 years ago
thatsmrproducer2u...
a myth....there is no school of the Americas.....a vile leftist concoction, devised in the minds of human filth to discredit our nation's benevolence....
are you such filth?...or merely one of their dupes?
runnerrk 2 years ago 3
im in a military family and my ex boyfriends dad was in iraq and he came home and i listen to this song a lot
Iluvmileycyrus1265 2 years ago 3
Thanks
floreat19 2 years ago 3
I hope I can live to see the day when no one has to cry for freedom anymore and no one else has to suffer and die so that people can be free. Until that day comes all I can say is that I want to thank the men and women who serve this country every day. I don't think I could ever thank them enough. If you're reading this and you've served this country I thank you. To anyone in the armed forces who has been deployed I hope you're alright and that you come back safely. My heart goes out to you.
floreat19 2 years ago 12
I understand where your coming from and I hate to break it to you, there will always be war...
"Occasionally the tree of Liberty must be watered with the blood of Patriots and Tyrants." - Thomas Jefferson
jonnymordant 2 years ago
I do see that there will always be war and I realize what I wrote before was naive. Anyways if you or someone close to you has fought in a war/served this country in some way then I'm very grateful. I wish you the best.
floreat19 2 years ago 6
Amen to that... Again I agree with you completely!
jonnymordant 2 years ago
thank you. It means alot.
-A1C Moore
jeremybmoore 2 years ago 3
Why thank me? I should thank you and I don't think I could thank you and everyone else in the service enough for serving this country. I think to serve like that is incredibly brave. If you or someone else reads this and you're serving overseas, please know that someone is thinking of you and hopes you come back safely. My heart, my hopes and my prayers go out to you.
floreat19 2 years ago 5
I love you America !
crystalclear506 2 years ago 4
Excellent video--one of the top 5 on YT in my opinion. Freedom never cries, but we must cry: Freedom! until our last dying breath, like William Wallace, aka Braveheart. God bless all soldiers fighting in the name of Freedom.
GodEqualsLove4ever 2 years ago 4
Great song and video!!
5 HUGE *****
usgop 2 years ago 2
Freedom is what's in your heart. If you've been set free from sin and you've received God's forgiveness through Jesus Christ, you are free even if you are locked up in prison. A person with all the money in the world is a prisoner if he's a slave to sin and satan. He has no hope.
gloryboundkev 2 years ago 5
Awesome Vid Jonny , always liked 5 for fighting , now all the more reason to. It's nice to see artists out there doing something positive for the troops instead of condeming them and the war.
Bohdran 2 years ago 6
Johnny you out did yourself on this one my friend. How anyone could not watch this and cry is beyond me. I certainly did. God bless our troops and the United States of America
Freefaller007 2 years ago 5
Thanks, but I didn't create this one... The song is by John Ondrasik (five for fighting), Mike Broderick (former Marine) played the guitar man and Fred Ferguson (MOH recipient) played the pawnshop owner...
I agree that this video is brilliant and offers a glimpse of the price paid for our freedom and we must never allow it to be taken for granted!
jonnymordant 2 years ago
Awesome, my precious friend...your heart..is huge... =0)
crazyforcrowe 2 years ago 5
I'm proud to be an American
irishhitman1995 2 years ago 13
5* OORAH!!!
GREAT VIDEO!
Marine052191 2 years ago 5
does anyone know sho the artist is who sings this?
freewomba 2 years ago
John Ondrasik, he recently did the music for the documentary "Brothers At War"... Gary Sinise is currently promoting its release in theaters...
Contact your local theaters and request it !
jonnymordant 2 years ago
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awesomedud135 2 years ago
this is an amazing video for an amazing song
mulamanahmasad 2 years ago 5
nice
picklepie159 2 years ago 4
great video friend *****
Bassfooler 2 years ago 5
brilliant video! enhances what is already a powerful song
karrado4 2 years ago 5
God bless America! i love this video and i love this song but most of all i love all the people who are(or was) protecting our freedom. god bless you!
sunshinedaydreamers 3 years ago 5
Thank you!
neasepanthers89 3 years ago 3
my chest swells to near bursting with pride when I consider what our military men and women are accomplishing in iraq and afghanistan....
leading people out of the darkness of tyranny and oppression......as only children of democracy can.....
I love these guys and gals more today than yesterday....but not as much as I will tomorrow....
God bless every one of them....and God bless America....
runnerrk 3 years ago 7
Thank you! I'm basically a pacivist. (sp!) But my son did an 8 yr stint in the Marines and now he's in the Air Force. I respect what he feels he has to do and I'm afraid for him!! But I know if it wasn't for our Military we would not the freedom that we have and enjoy. I still believe that as long as mankind is on this planet there will be war!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
yankr52 3 years ago 4
No, I Thank you and your son.
I would argue that you are NOT a true Pacifist, but rather a true Patriot.
Pacifist litmus test:
If you saw anyone trying to harm your own child, is there ANYTHING you wouldn't do to stop them?
If you can honestly answer that you wouldn't engage in violence to stop them, then you're a true Pacifist. I don't believe that any respectable Parent is a true Pacifist!
Unfortunately War IS Inevitable, but self-sacrifice for others lives is the ultimate act of Honor!
jonnymordant 3 years ago
Yes, it's an awesome production, but not mine, the credits are at the top of the page... click (more info).
Eventually I'll be in a position to start producing my own projects, but it's still a long road till that happens... Cheers!
jonnymordant 3 years ago
Why would your skin color suggest you aren't an American? Are you purple and green plaid with blue polka dots? That might suggest that you aren't from the planet Earth, but this nation is made up of all peoples and there is no other like it... Color has nothing to do with being an American, but Loyalty and Respect for America and those who have fought for our freedom have everything to do with being an American... You sound like an American to me!
jonnymordant 3 years ago
sorry, i thought the first one didn't go through so i tried to remember the best i could =) thanks jonny
airmanburb 3 years ago 2
No sweat, it happens all the time... I haven't had many negative comments from the "Anti-anything honorable" crowd for quite awhile now, so maybe it's safe to quite monitoring comments...
jonnymordant 3 years ago
I was at the Medal of Honor Gala at the Reagan Presidential Library when John Ondrasik sang this song for 43 MOH recipients. It was an inspirational and emotional moment, and I am forever grateful for having been there. It is wonderful to see respect and admiration for those who have given more than most can imagine. Mr. Ondrasik should be considered a shining example in the entertainment industry for his efforts.
airmanburb 3 years ago
I was at the Medal of Honor Gala at the Reagan Presidential Library when John Ondrasik sang this song for 43 MOH recipients. It was both an inspiring and emotional scene, and I am forever thankful for being there. It is wonderful to see respect and admiration for those who have given so much. Mr. Ondrasik did a great service that night, and should be considered a shining example in the entertainment industry for his efforts.
airmanburb 3 years ago
Excellent production.
kretankooper 3 years ago
i liked this video :)
seen it yesterday! lets chat Y9
KaotiKShadeS 3 years ago
The Unites States of America is the greatest country in the world. Hearing songs like this and seeing pictures of what life is like in the Middle East makes me so thankful for the soldiers who fight for America. It's really a privilege to live in a country like this. I am so proud to be American.
kmsivia524 3 years ago 8
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runnerrk 3 years ago
just wanna say 'what a beatiful song' & I'm glad I got to see the video. Ive been enjoying the song in my car for a while now & the vids exactly how I imagined it.
Corkgirl79 3 years ago 3
We have two kinds of Americans:
Those who provide freedom...and
Those who emjoy freedom
THANK YOU TO ALL TROOPS, PAST AND PRESENT...I owe you big time.
kate33324 3 years ago 6
There is no freedom with islam. Moslema Obama is sure slobbering over this big 'change' of his. In all his campaigning, he's never explained this 'change'.
moslemssuck 3 years ago
You are an awesome Patriot Jonny! This is one of the best vids on YT!
otterlives 3 years ago 3
400,000 people die from heart disease every year in america
ISinisterI 3 years ago
Overall, prescription opiate deaths increased 68.3%, with the largest increase among females 103%, whites 76%, Southerners 113%, and the 15-24 age group 113%, being most significant among rural populations. The # of accidental overdose deaths rose from 11,155 in 1999 to 19,838 in 2004, a rise attributed to the prevalence of OxyContin and Vicodin. The # of Heroin overdoses also rose dramatically during this period (11.6% of 2.5 mil addicts is nearly 300,000)... McDonald's is as bad as heroin!
jonnymordant 3 years ago
550,000 people died of cancer in the USA in 2006 (NCHS)
top killers were
-lung cancer
-breast cancer
-prostate cancer
-colorectal cancer
these illnesses accounted for over 1/2 of all cancer related deaths.
ISinisterI 3 years ago
What A Beautiful Song and Video. War Is Never Without Its Horror. No one is For War, Thank God For Those Who Will respond when Others Wage War On Us.
wheatbrook 3 years ago 8
Thank you for this beautiful video, love the
song! God Bless our Troops! God Bless USA!
jdgfanatic 3 years ago 9
" have yet to meet a Conservative that ever spit on a soldier, burned a flag or called our troops murderers... and personally I could never justify being in a party that welcomes the votes of those who do... "
WELL SAID!!
DaWatcher01 3 years ago 14
Thank You!
That means allot to me, I may not be allowed to risk my life for this country, but I fully intend to give whatever I have fighting for the honor of those that have!
I am often humbled and sent to one knee for God and Country... and just as often I am humbled and sent to the other knee for those that preserve my right to appreciate God and Country... They have sacrificed their own lives that I may taste this bitter sweetness that we call Freedom!
jonnymordant 3 years ago
Here is a portion of the quote I was thinking of:
"Thomas Jefferson once said, "The tree of liberty must now and again be watered by the blood of patriots."
Let us now realize what that blood is worth. Because of the dead, we live. In fact, we live better lives than were possible for them. The deceased will never have a chance to taste the freedom that they purchased... And yet, they buy it anyway... For posterity... For a legacy... For us..." - Rebecca Katterson
jonnymordant 3 years ago
Beautiful, just beautiful!!
God Bless America!
McCain/Palin '08!!
DaWatcher01 3 years ago 11
Boy, I love American faces - what heroes, thank you.
YvonneSargent 3 years ago 9
be careful when you insult liberals. there are quite a few of us who are veterans, and combat veterans; i.e. senator mike webb usmc rwetired. there are quite a bit of conservatives who would never fight and die for this great nation. so don't generalize people and spit on their uniforms because we don't agree with you. a lot of combat veterans are against all wars because they have seen the horrors of it. i will concede that many veterans are republicans and conservatives.
21USMCR 3 years ago
Just some "liberals" that come to mind who have called our Troops Murderers: John Murtha, John Kerry, Nancy Pelosi, Michael Crook, Code Pink, World can't wait... (with Blue Falcon & Commie liberals like that, who needs enemies?)
I have yet to meet a Conservative that ever spit on a soldier, burned a flag or called our troops murderers... and personally I could never justify being in a party that welcomes the votes of those who do...
jonnymordant 3 years ago
I fail to see the connection you assert when you stated:
"be careful when you insult liberals. there are quite a few of us who are veterans, and combat veterans... so don't generalize people and spit on their uniforms because we don't agree with you."
Service and Political Ideology are two separate entities, insulting your Political Ideology in no way makes any statement about your Service...
The word liberals refers to political ideology and calling the Marines Murderers refers to Service...
jonnymordant 3 years ago
The actor playing the pawn shop owner was the heart of this video. His expressions alone said a thousand words. Great actor. Thank you, sir.
ahshutyourpiehole 3 years ago 10
Absolutely beautiful song and video. Rarely are good and bad so clearly drawn outside of comic books, yet so many struggle to find a way to paint those who bring freedom as the bad guys. I hope they wake up before it's too late. The world needs more songs and videos like this one. Thank you.
campfirestories 3 years ago 4
I couldnt watch the full thing. My cousin and brother are in a wasted country right now, and people are making it harder on me. Im crying right now. Its hard loving a soldier
devilpupchey 3 years ago 2
I honestly believe that watching the full thing would give you a better understanding of why your tears are so important... The fact that this country produces individuals like your family and mine is a testament to it's greatness, there is purpose and meaning behind the pain that so many of us feel... I understand your fear, but I've witnessed an Honor and Love that cannot be surpassed, It's the willingness to sacrifice all for others... Screw the critics, pray for them and honor their service!
jonnymordant 3 years ago
John Ondrasik is a good person. The only reason he's not getting national attention anymore is because he's pro-America.
StoogeWatcher 3 years ago 6
it sad when sombody will practicaly give away his own country for a guitar. the flag is as important as our country. it is a good thing he took the flag back. it is defanitly more important than a guitar. every one who reads this comes from my heart.
blistex96 3 years ago 5
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This might be well put together, but it does not take away from the truth. Americans always forget the truth, or turn away from it......America is not the greatest, only the greatest in civil war, racism, lack of education and overspending.......America has become a facist state and I am ashamed at so much of it.
job1201204 3 years ago
Do you believe you could say those things anywhere else without being prosecuted? American's respect each others opinions.
gatrfan 3 years ago 4
you make me sick you fucking dumb shit. The only reason you can even say those things is because those vets died for you! If you would rather live in the middle east or china or somewhere like that, where there is no freedom then by all means go. At least I won't have to listen to your retarded comments. With any luck you will be taken away by the government of wherever you go for using that big mouth of yours and then you might learn a lesson. You disgust me.
Austionous 3 years ago 4
Our Founding Fathers were 'upstarts' who dared to declare...Self Rule!
The rest of the world said we would fail.
Many around the world would still like to see our American Experiment fail.
So many in our country have forgotten that Freedom isn't Free.
Our brave warriors in the Armed Services continue to pay dearly for it.
Bless them All.
And Bless their families, too.
I will be forever grateful for their Sacrifices.
SeekerNLife 3 years ago 8
Very beautiful, brought a tear to my eye, thank you for posting this and giving homage to those great people.
SylphPaladin 3 years ago 4
AMEN~
billandrose 3 years ago 4
This is such a great video. Thank you for sharing. you made me Cry :)
CAPTDAX 3 years ago 5
NObama
Dream23fb 3 years ago 2
This is such a great video. Thank you for sharing.
StudentsofAmerica 3 years ago 5
All the great comments here have made me really proud to have been a part of making this video. Thanks to all who continue to support our military. Before becoming an actor, I did my time in the Corps, so it's good to see that folks are making use of their freedom of speech, too.
BTW, the other gentleman in the video is Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, Fred Ferguson, a real war hero (that's him in the picture on the shelf, too).
Keep spreading the word.
Semper fi,
Michael Broderick
MikeZero98 3 years ago 7
Extraordinary! As one who lost a spouse in SE Asia, I know the value of that flag...and thank you for honoring Fred Ferguson and the thousands like him who have served and sacrificed.
shoozoo2 3 years ago 10
Great video Jonny...I've be enjoying all your video since I added you as a friend.
optimistbre 3 years ago
Beautiful. Emotional. Very American, very patriotic! Thank you very much!
5/5
jefeisdguard 3 years ago 3
BEAUTIFUL. ***** 5 STARS.
wildflowersandi 3 years ago 2
God Bless America and protect all sailors, aviators, marines and soldiers who defend the freedom.
gabechas 3 years ago 4
Gloria a los caidos y recuerdos. Un abrazo y animo.
8871 3 years ago
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jonnymordant you really dont have very good taste is music this flag in a pawn shop is a stupid story its propaganda
my grand father went to war for freedom not oil not greed and claim its to make our country safer
steve7342 3 years ago
Wonderful video...I've watched it several times now. It gets more beautiful every time I see it.
3swelldogs 3 years ago
Fantastic!!!
5* Video
Thank You!!
lorrainegate 3 years ago 2
John Ondrasik is a great guy. Too bad he isn't heard that much anymore.
StoogeWatcher 3 years ago
This song is actually better than Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the U.S.A".
TuskAmerica 3 years ago
WOW this is so beautiful.Freedom never cries... but liberals sure know how they are big fans of victimology.
computerpurple 3 years ago 3
insurgents protecting there home from foreign invaders like we would do if a country invaded our land. HOW EVIL OF THEM!
how can you support a war in which they send sons and daughters to be slaughtered for oil profits.. 4,000+ dead..
and in which 600,000+ innocent Iraqi civilians trying to enjoy their daily lives have been killed by our troops alone.
and how can you support a war in which many veterans of it are speaking out against it.
Love is all you need...
Peace to you and your loved ones
LovesPeece 3 years ago
"insurgents protecting there home"
--Those fighting us aren't "defending their homes from invaders." They're thwarting efforts to rebuild because they don't want democracy for they will lose power. Those protecting their homes are actually HELPING us. Ex: Long lines for hiring police & widespread voting even through both draw fire from your precious insurgents.
"many veterans of it are speaking out against it."
--Actually most volunteer for extra tours.
You sick piece of shit propagandist.
NoGuff 3 years ago 3
The truth is not propaganda.
Love is ALL you need, we all need to stop killing each other.
LovesPeece 3 years ago
"The truth is not propaganda"
--You're right, mostly. But your lies are propaganda. You need to discover the actual truth, not what the terrorists & their enablers want you to believe is the truth.
"Love is ALL you need, we all need to stop killing each other"
--Terrorists hve been the ones killing for the past 30+ years. We've just recently started protecting ourselves & trying to stop them. But I suppose you have a problem with that. All America-haters cant stand it when the USA fights back
NoGuff 3 years ago 2
You claim to be against violence. And yet it's your side that rallies for copkillers, gangbangers, and suicide bombers.
StoogeWatcher 3 years ago 3
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I'am not for obama nor clinton nor McCain, and
definately for a government who would stage an attack to their own country to give us good citicens a motive to wrongfuly invade other countries and further expand their ring of power thru bloodshed, deliberately pinning christians agains muslims.
Bush nor McCain are Christians so dont be fooled by their lies, research now times are critical.
isreal423 3 years ago
Your the reason for the saying: "You've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything"!
Move along, no loose change allowed!
jonnymordant 3 years ago
"a government who would stage an attack to their own country to give us good citicens a motive to wrongfuly invade other countries and further expand their ring of power thru bloodshed"
--Yet you choose to remain a citizen of that country, reaping the benefits of the safety, security, and prosperity that nation provides for you. There are words for that, like "coward" and "moocher." You're definitely not living by your convictions. When will you start to do so?
NoGuff 3 years ago 4
This video made me cry-sorry if I make a spelling mistake ! Excellent-5***** and in my favs . Thanks for sharing NewsGuy2005- This is so sad - good but sad
abbeyharry1952 3 years ago
So many Americans hate America and yet they live here, it's not like we or they are forcing you to stay in this great land. Many millions have died trying to come to America for their dreams. I ask you Americans who spew hate for America please leave, there are other places to live on this earth. Honor the soldiers who have fought and are fighting for this country, do not treat the soldiers of today like back in the Vietnam days. We must be strong and be proud who we are. We are one people.
hillaryforthepeople 3 years ago 3
What a Fantastic Video!
"God Bless America!"
aziachickadee 3 years ago
"God Bless America!"
rustygaver 3 years ago
Simply wonderful!!!
3swelldogs 3 years ago
I'm not American but GOD BLESS AMERICA!
eviltreemonster 3 years ago
SUPERB!
NWesterner 3 years ago
Nice video.
fightingdogsnot 3 years ago
Do not forget 9-11 ! Do not forget our men and woman in uniform! Great movie on the fourth of july "God Bless America"
In 1776, John Adams declared, "The second day of July, 1776, will be the most memorable epocha in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival. It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God Almighty.
serilopr 3 years ago
OBAMA FTW
Bush is a terrorist and Mccain is a Bush mini me
steve7342 3 years ago
"Bush is a terrorist and Mccain is a Bush mini me"
Asshole.
TuskAmerica 3 years ago
i agree
steve7342 3 years ago
"i agree"
You agree that you are an asshole?
Finally an idiot agrees that he is an idiot. There is hope in the world!
TuskAmerica 3 years ago 2
TuskAmerica says
"Bush is a terrorist Mccain is a Bush mini me"
I agree with you TuskAmerica Bush is a terrorist he has killed many innocent people
what so you think the definition of a terrorist is?
you probably have no clue what a patriot is let alone a terrorist
steve7342 3 years ago
Steve your an Asshole because you have to inject your B.S. into something that was simply Honoring the Troops...
Guys like you are no different than the Westborrow Baptist pukes... Go find another soap box Asshole!
jonnymordant 3 years ago
LOL Good one. I liked that comeback. Liberals DO have a mental disorder!!
BrokenAndSpilledOut 3 years ago
You liberals should know what a terrorist is because you make excuses for them during your "peace" rallies!
StoogeWatcher 3 years ago
The true terrorists are the ones in our goverment who created a sitiuation that would inflame americans enough that they could go into Iraq. Google what was proposed in 1961-Operation Northwood. Caompare to what happened on 9/11.
venniey 3 years ago
"You liberals should know what a terrorist is because you make excuses for them during your "peace" rallies!"
--Damn! Ain't that the truth!
NoGuff 3 years ago 2
and by the way look it up, veterans against the war, there have been many marches.
its sad really, no one disagreed with WW2 it was a just war.
peace to you...
LovesPeece 3 years ago
Only cowardice stands by and allow the things that Hussein and others did. It's true we need to stop killing each other, but it's also true that islmaic extremists are most likely not going to do that. Measures must be taken to stop them before they become too powerful to be stopped.
gnrlusr8 3 years ago 4
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yeah but its sad that so many innocents must die from our stay...
655,000+ unneeded deaths sense our invasion in march of 2003.
not to mention all those dieing in our military. And suffering.
i just don't see how anyone could support something so horrible for their own mindful safety.
peace to you, and smile everyday ^_^
LovesPeece 3 years ago
"655,000+ unneeded deaths sense our invasion"
--More propaganda from LovesPeace. We conducted war operations against the military & military/industrial targets to achieve the objective. FACT: We NEVER targeted civilians. FACT: The overwhelming majority of Iraqi civilian deaths are at the hands of other Muslims.
"all those dieing in our military"
--It's "dying." You see them as helpless targets. We see them as fallen heroes who are doing a great job. Compare these casualty numbers to WWII.
NoGuff 3 years ago 4
"how anyone could support something so horrible for their own mindful safety"
--US military KIA from 2003-2008: Aprx. 4000.
In the WWII invasion of Normandy US losses alone totaled 6600+ in 1 day for 1 battle.
In April & May '44 the USAF lost 12,000 men paving the way for the invasion.
Automobile deaths on US highways alone average 40,000+ annually (I don't hear you sqwaking about that).
I'd say our military is doing a great job considered their losses are so incredibly low.
NoGuff 3 years ago 2
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yeah doing a great job bombing cities and killing children thinking they are "targets"
watch my video "across the universe" peace
LovesPeece 3 years ago
"yeah doing a great job bombing cities and killing children thinking they are "targets""
--Like I said, you're lying. We don't target civilians. Not only is it murder, it's immoral, pointless, and counterproductive.
You should watch this little nugget of a video: watch?v=TnHMSvwQZvc
It shows Iraqis fighting us to "protect their homes from invaders."
NoGuff 3 years ago
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LoL thats some bullshit, that just because we're americans we are supposed to support this tyrany? so youre saying its ok to frame other countries of crimes and kill innocent people and take their resourses. Then turn around and bankrupt our economy like shits not bad enough. Putting mercury on vaccines?
killing us citicens for no reason?
If 911 was an islamic extremist attack i would be 100% supportive, unfortunately thats not the case. peace
isreal423 3 years ago
"support this tyrany?"
--Tyranny isn't duly elected, with term limits, or share authority with 2 other branches of govt, or have a law to abide, or the GAO & the FBI looking at everything. Propaganda.
"kill innocent people and take their resourses"
--Innocent people die in war. That's a fact of war, of life, of history, of the world. What resources have we taken? Please tell me.
"Putting mercury on vaccines?"
--Oh, yeah. I forgot. I did that.
"thats not the case"
--Then leave.
NoGuff 3 years ago
"and by the way look it up, veterans against the war, there have been many marches"
--Yes, I already know about them. They are still vastly, vastly outnumbered by those soldiers * Marines going back for extended duty because they believe in what they're doing.
BTW, those marches are backed by Communist front organizations, like "World Can't Wait." I think it's time you started doing some research instead of looking down your coke-filled nose at me.
NoGuff 3 years ago 5
Why do all the "tolerant" Obama supporters seem the most bigoted?
StoogeWatcher 3 years ago 2
Very nice video
Flineo 3 years ago
Absolutely beautiful!! God bless our Country and it's soldiers, Airman, Marines, Sailors who rid the earth of despots and tyrants.
"We Sleep Safe In Our Beds because rough men stand ready to visit violence on those that would do us harm."
TuskAmerica 3 years ago
Thank you Thank you Thank you a million times for this song. As a military wife, I love it when our military gets recoginzed for what they do. Let Freedom Ring!!!
azem38 3 years ago
That people can come on this blog and speak ill of this video is itself a testament to the greatness of this country - freedom of speech - I will never agree with what you say, but I will fight to my death for your right to say it here in America.
capvid88 3 years ago 3
This video is great. It shows that there are finally some celebrities who actually have pride in this nation and our troops. People need to stop and think about the reasons why we are here today, why we have the freedoms we have, and how we got them. I am proud of this country, no matter what people say. We have every right in the world to call ourselves a great nation. If you do not think so, maybe you should leave.
Newsboy226 3 years ago 4
thanks to our men and women in the armed services who protect us.freedom isn't free.
luvrings9 3 years ago 2
Just watched Sicko. America can't or won't look after it's citizens in need. It has no right to call itself a great nation. It is a disgrace if it thinks people are just objects to make money off of. Wake up America!!!
botchedonce 3 years ago
We citizens ARE America. We look after ourselves thats what makes us great, perhaps YOU should wake up.
FunknGrvn 3 years ago 3
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Hospitals in America dumping people on the streets??? Sounds like you are not looking after each other. I'm awake, are you?
botchedonce 3 years ago
You mean the state run hospitals. People dump people in the street because socialism gives people no self worth.
Agenepi 3 years ago 2
A public hospital is a hospital which is owned by a government and receives government funding. New York City's Health and Hospitals Corporation Video of Dying Mental Patient Being Ignored. Martin Luther King Jr./Drew Medical Center public hospital operated by Los Angeles County Department of Health Services. Botchedoce how awake are you when it comes to government run hospitals. I would like to point out where do these things happen? The cities in which are run by American socialist.
Agenepi 3 years ago
That's OK. They'll take up arms and protect you, and your 1st Amendment rights too.
VirginiaPatriot 3 years ago 4
If you actually sat through Moore's propaganda movie you are the one that needs to wake up! His movie is full of facts that he has twisted to fit his agenda.
proudpatroit 3 years ago 3
thank you man... im glad somone else can see that to
ucantseeme24 3 years ago
I'm sorry, I wasn't aware that the government was my mom, and I her 6 year old son, needing to depend on her for everything.
Nothing ever comes free from the government, and the costs are more than moneyl; those costs are freedom and liberty.
nationalpride 3 years ago
botch, interesting - you're such an ignorant idiot that you actually believe the bullshit in Michael Moore's crockumentaries. Wake up, dude - the liberals are LYING to you in order to tax the fuck out of you with more social programs that won't work. America is not yet a socialist country, and hopefully never will be.
daveatx 3 years ago 3
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daveatx calls others ignorant idiots for questioning wicked behavior in America. You better check on your knowledge davie boy because your beloved country is being robbed and destroyed in front of your little eyes. When America falls I'll ask you again who the idiot is. Maybe you will learn more by then
botchedonce 3 years ago
more yammering idiocy from botchedunce - learn to construct logical sentences, learn what facts are, and learn how to think for yourself. then come back and we'll talk.
daveatx 3 years ago 3
The beauty of America is that we have self worth and ownership. Socialism will never take hold here. America is going to stay that Bright shining light of Freedom Whether you like it or not.
Norm50cal 3 years ago 2