[alessandrofiaschi]

I feel a certain sympathy for the position that the festivities be muted, in light of the fact we have soldiers in harm's way in Iraq and elsewhere. I feel that would make the President appear more statesmanlike.

I only hope that we'll be always able to find the money that our soldiers need for their service. That's more important that having an expensive event for a second mandate, isn't it?

[mrs tiggywinkle]

You'll have to talk to John Kerry about that one. He voted against $ for our troops.

I know many people in the US military, including my vet husband and many members of our families, some of whom are currently serving. They are *thrilled* George Bush is our President and are thankful festivities are going to happen.

Have a good night.

[Ciexyz]

I just wish the festivities would take on a more moderate level of spending. I don't care if the money is donated or not. There's a lot of people who are just holding on to their jobs, our soldiers are still dying in Iraq. This is just my opinion, a little humility would go a long way in this matter.

[texasflower]

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