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[SheLion]

This is America...get it right

Will we still be the Country of choice and still be America if we continue to make the changes forced on us by the people from other countries that came to live in America because it is the Country of Choice??????

Think about it . . .

All I have to say is, when will they do something about MY RIGHTS?  I celebrate Christmas, but because it isn't celebrated by everyone, we can no longer say Merry Christmas. Now it has to be Season's Greetings.  It's not Christmas vacation,
it's Winter Break.  Isn't it amazing how this winter break ALWAYS occurs over the Christmas holiday?  We've gone so far the other way, bent over backwards to not offend anyone, that I am now being offended.  But it seems that no one has a
problem with that.

 This says it all !

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 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.

[nightdriver]

"IMMIGRANTS, NOT AMERICANS, MUST ADAPT."

I agree completely. (Does that make me a xenophobe?)

[rave123]

But, the point she is making is.. this is america founded on chrisitan principles and americans are made to yield their principles for the sake of others that do not believe in the same principles. I have no problem with people saying happy anything,Which is my point.when I am reprimanded for saying merry christmas (as an example) or praying in the name of Jesus in a public forum because everyone does not believe in Jesus, then I have a problem. I guarantee you you will not get the muslims to stop bowing and praying at noon in the middle East becasue it offends some american christians. Or stop the parading of cows and rrodents in some countries because it offends you as a person in that country. I cannot understand why I should hold back on my beliefs that were founded in my country. I can drive down the street and see advertisments in spanish or an Asian language but no english language. This is a problem when you live in america where the native language is english. I say if you can have a foreign language in advertisment then you should surely have english.

[Roughneck]

Yes, I know, it is a touchy subject, but remember , mohamed is the basis for their government also. <<<<

True, and that is respected when we are in other countries.

This is OUR, Christian-ethics founded country. Our troops in iraq are not trying to take the muslime religion out of iraqs newly-formed government, so newly-indoctrinated citizens SHOULD NOT try to remove our God/christian ethics either.

What is so hard to understand about this? We dont try to take Buddah out of Japan, or not let the Japanese show their statues..It is so simple...geez!

[new cruelty]

I can drive down the street and see advertisments in spanish or an Asian language but no english language. This is a problem when you live in america where the native language is english.

Do you really want the government to force businesses to advertise in English only?

As for a native language, while English is the predominant language for most of the country, there are parts of this country where the predominant language is Italian, German, French, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, Indian, Russian, etcetera.

[new cruelty]

I say if you can have a foreign language in advertisment then you should surely have english.

This part made me wonder- are all the advertisements you see in a language other than English? Perhaps I do not understand what you meant by this portion of your comment.

[Doctor Stochastic]

Those who want the government to force business to advertise in English are just jealous of France.

[SheLion]

After all you posted above, I am glad to see you have a sense of humor.

Of COURSE!!!!!!

[SheLion]

I agree completely. (Does that make me a xenophobe?)< If YOU are, then "I" must be TOO!

[eastforker]

The basis for my comment was we are asking muslim countries to take religion out of their schools. That is a fact. In order to do so I can understand our government taking religion out of our public schools and other public institutions. If you allow Christianity you have to allow Islam. I do not want Islam to be taught in our schools.

[Roughneck]

If you allow Christianity you have to allow Islam. I do not want Islam to be taught in our schools.


I understand (and respect) the point you were making (I dont want Islam in this country, let alone in our schools), but thats the point the ACLU uses.

I mean, why should we HAVE to allow all religions to be in our schools or anywhere else?

The United States should not feel like we must give voice to all religions just because we ALLOW everyone to practice their own, nor should we be afraid to be what we are-a nation founded on christianity.

[eastforker]

We are a nation founded on the freedom of religion not for any particular religion.If you allow one you must allow all in the public domain.

[rave123]

NO I do not want them to advertise in English only..not what I said.Actually I said they should have both. Since this America. English should be included not excluded.

[rave123]

Yes, many are in other languages with no english translation.

[new cruelty]

NO I do not want them to advertise in English only..not what I said.Actually I said they should have both. Since this America. English should be included not excluded.

I am still unclear on what you said. Do you think the government should force businesses to include English in all advertisements?

[Johnny_Cipher]

I celebrate Christmas, but because it isn't celebrated by everyone, we can no longer say Merry Christmas.

Huh? Just because some easily offended bonehead gets mad about it doesn't mean I can't say Merry Christmas all I want.

Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.

Still here. And the easily-offended boneheads in question can go butt a stump.

[rave123]

I do not beleive that america was founded on the basis of freedom of religion with no particular religion in mind. Christianity is too prevelant in our history to think it was not on the mind of our forefathers. I believe over time people have come to realize that america is a place where personal worship is not dictated. And have forgotten that this means they have a right to worship but they cannot tell me not to.

[philosofy123]

No!

The stupid PC police, and Ted Kennedy in particular made damn sure that we open our boarders to people of different race/color/religion. That demand in itself helped destroy the fabric of America, as we know it. If we continue down this road, we are going to keep diluting this society until we are the minority.

[ladyinred]

Oh YES I do agree!

[DooDahhhh]

AMEN BUMP

[ChadsDad]

"go butt a stump" HA!