My son and I (14) were discussing the constitution as related to his social studies class a few nights ago on the way to Walgreen’s. The discussion led into him explaining things to me he could see that just didn’t seem right. As he continued it led into how most of his friends didn’t like our current president or his policies (private school capitalist parents endoctrinating there children…. GOOD!). I can’t remember specifics but as the conversation progressed we walked into Walgreen’s and he said “I’ll tell you in a minute”. What, Huh! Remember now we are in the store, and he stops discussing the topic at hand…… Well I about lost it (probably over reacted) “what do you mean I’ll tell you in a minute”. I explained son this is the most free country in the world. If we won’t discuss our position or feel we must hold our tongue we are no longer free. Was he afraid of persecution? I explained buddy when you no longer have a voice you are no longer free. Your opinion is as important as the next guys in the USA. Don’t be afraid to speak of your beliefs, if you won’t defend them who will? Son you are coming into an age when more and more your beliefs will be challenged. Understand your position, defend your position so that your children may have the same opportunity.
America we must not politically correct ourselves into bondage. What are your values and principles? Will you defend them? What are you scared of that makes your hold your tongue? are you or yours willing to just be quiet, for how long, at what cost!
