You threaded well that needle of patriotism/love of country/care for others with the right (and need) to speak out on issues of our day. No longer is it a matter of "shut up and dribble." Athletes are citizens first (and perhaps role models), and as citizens, they should speak up when patriotism/love of country/care for others is threatened. Thank you for the post.
“The notion that a radical is one who hates his country is naïve and usually idiotic. He is, more likely, one who likes his country more than the rest of us, and is thus more disturbed than the rest of us when he sees it debauched. He is not a bad citizen turning to crime; he is a good citizen driven to despair.” - H.L. Mencken
Dr. Lovely, thank you for relating the courage, attitude of friendship, and true patriotism on display by our lustrous Olympians. This is an example to the World of what the spirit of fraternity and equality really looks like. This attitude can never be torn apart by the brutish sorts stewing in their own ignorance.
True Americans support our country and the athletes that represent us on the Olympics world stage! You can love your country while despising what is happening now. We are still the USA and at a point in the not too distant future, I believe we will come out stronger and better, because we can say we fought and win against tyranny. Great article!
You threaded well that needle of patriotism/love of country/care for others with the right (and need) to speak out on issues of our day. No longer is it a matter of "shut up and dribble." Athletes are citizens first (and perhaps role models), and as citizens, they should speak up when patriotism/love of country/care for others is threatened. Thank you for the post.
This is wonderful!! Thank you for capturing my feelings in this moment 🥰
Thank you for reading!
Bravo, Dr L. Well said.
“The notion that a radical is one who hates his country is naïve and usually idiotic. He is, more likely, one who likes his country more than the rest of us, and is thus more disturbed than the rest of us when he sees it debauched. He is not a bad citizen turning to crime; he is a good citizen driven to despair.” - H.L. Mencken
Thank you for reading and sharing this insightful quote,Al!
Fantastic work Stephanie 👍🏻🕊️
Thank you for reading, Julie!
Your welcome Stephanie
Great piece thanks for writing it!
Thank you for reading, Scott!
Dr. Lovely, thank you for relating the courage, attitude of friendship, and true patriotism on display by our lustrous Olympians. This is an example to the World of what the spirit of fraternity and equality really looks like. This attitude can never be torn apart by the brutish sorts stewing in their own ignorance.
I’ve always been a fan of the Games, and this year they’re inspiring me in ways that I didn’t imagine possible. Thank you for reading,Dennis!
You're welcome, Doctor! That goes for me as well.
True Americans support our country and the athletes that represent us on the Olympics world stage! You can love your country while despising what is happening now. We are still the USA and at a point in the not too distant future, I believe we will come out stronger and better, because we can say we fought and win against tyranny. Great article!
Thanks for reading, Jeanne!