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, 2001, 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 made up 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, Portuguese, 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 take advantage of one other
great American freedom, THE RIGHT TO LEAVE.
If you agree -- pass this along; if you don't agree -- delete it!
AMEN
This is an editorial written by an American citizen, published in a
Tampa newspaper. |