Comments on: It’s OK to Honor the Military on the 4th of July!

By: Maurice

Maurice — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 20:30:49 +0000

Honoring those who fought and lost their lives among other life changing injuries for our independence should not be controversial ON independence day.

By: Ryan Houser

Ryan Houser — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 19:04:04 +0000

I think that many of the signers were in fact making a sacrifice just as big as the military at the time. 1) Many had to spend very long extended periods away from home. 2) They voted publicly and eventually affixed their names to a document that was pure treason in the sight of Britian. 3) To proclaim that public civil service is NOT a sacrifice is problematic for everyone in a Republic. 4) I don’t think anyone is “attacking troops or those in uniform,” but what is being attacked is a growing militaristic sentiment in this country that seeks to elevate an all volunteer force above other citizens whose efforts also very much make this country great. Further, we risk becoming the very thing that the Declaration bemoans, which is a country where the military is elevated above all others and eventually even becomes a weapon – real or perceived- against those who disagree with the central government, or become propaganda to use against others. Just my thoughts.

By: Lizann

Lizann — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:35:08 +0000

In reply to Lisa Destiny.

Thank you for your support! The negative comments don’t bother me. They are from the Trump era (this article has been republished a few times) and just demonstrate people over-reacting about many things during that time. Thank you for the many sacrifices your family has made!

By: Lisa Destiny

Lisa Destiny — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 23:06:25 +0000

Lizann you hit a nerve with a few of the habitually offended. You are right on target with what you were trying to convey. The same people who are offended by statues, monuments and mention of religious celebrations are now having a new target to be offended over. My dad was in the military, and 5 brothers served our country and though they don’t expect to be honored they would not be offended. God Bless you for your input here and please don’t let others’ negativity dull your shine.

By: Janine Cousins

Janine Cousins — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 14:07:33 +0000

Just enjoy the day! Blah blah debating!
USA day.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Sat, 03 Jul 2021 16:15:46 +0000

I’m not sure why all of the negative comments? On July 4, we can all celebrate however we want. I choose to celebrate with family and food and flags! I have a son who is in the U.S. Army serving abroad. I sure wish we could be together this year (and in 2020 and in 2019). So, if people choose to honor the military on the 4th, isn’t that their right? Why do others need to put that down? It is, after all, a holiday about our country’s freedom. Don’t we have the freedom to celebrate and honor however and whoever we want?

By: Lizann

Lizann — Sat, 04 Jul 2020 23:57:59 +0000

In reply to Mike.

I can understand that. It should be a day for all Americans, and celebrating any individual group could feel divisive. But of course, I wasn’t encouraging military-specific celebrations, just that it is appropriate to thank military… and first responders… and teachers… and all Americans really.

By: Mike

Mike — Sat, 04 Jul 2020 23:29:36 +0000

The danger of letting Independence Day become another day honoring the military isn’t about disliking the military at all.

Rather, it is about making sure one single day remains dedicated to the freedoms America was founded for. We should take the time to reflect on that, if we take a full day each to focus on active military, another for veterans, and yet another for those who served who are deceased.

By: Lizann

Lizann — Sat, 04 Jul 2020 18:39:48 +0000

In reply to Angie.

Thanks for reading and understanding my perspective! I didn’t write it to be a very controversial piece, and my purpose was never to offend anyone. But yes, as a military spouse I will always stand up for the military community, and I hope their sacrifices are always honored. Independence Day belongs to all Americans! So if some Americans want to thank other Americans for their military service today, I think that’s ok.

By: Angie

Angie — Sat, 04 Jul 2020 18:20:37 +0000

I usually don’t Comment at the ends of these things. But this one really kind of got my attention or at least the comments did. I believe the author of this article was taken out of context by the people who chose to comment. Fact of the matter is the freedom of this country was gained by our military fighting for it in the war of 1812. So I can see both sides, Yes we do have special military holidays such as Veterans Day and Memorial Day. However our military did play a big part in our country gaining its freedom. So I can see why some people like to acknowledge them, out of respect, as a thank you, For the freedoms we have. Without them we wouldn’t have those freedoms. Yes we are celebrating our country but we’re also celebrating the events that led to those freedoms. This article is simply stating that it is her opinion, only opinion, that’s it, That it’s OK to say thank you to the military on Independence Day. It also States that she believes it’s OK to say thank you to the military every other month of the year. So being active military and wife of former military or veteran why would that make you angry or upset? For an article to want to make it OK for people to thank you and your loved ones for your service? For the life of me I cannot understand how that would bother you in any way shape or form. Being the Proud granddaughter of a highly decorated Air Force veteran grandfather If somebody were to thank my grandfather for his service I would not be bothered Any day of the Year even on Independence Day.