" I am tired of this nation worring about whether we are offending
some individual or their culture, here in the USA. 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 comprised 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 multi-cultural 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, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any
other language. Therefore, if you wish to become part of our society, learn
the language! ENGLISH.
"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, of 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 and always will be part of our culture.
If the 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. Remember, "Delta is
ready when you are and they can have you there by nightfall".
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 to take advantage of one other great American
freedom, THE RIGHT TO LEAVE. "
This is a Copy of an editorial written by an UNKNOWN AMERICAN CITIZEN, published in a NEWSPAPER, also unknown.
If anyone knows the Author or Newpaper, Please E-Mail Me the information.
If you agree with this message, pass it on. If you don't agree, pass it on
anyway. This is AMERICA, after all!
A SPECIAL Thank You to Gail ( Doublel 61 ), for sending this to me.
Lycos Small Business
The Copyright Minefield
By Jacqui Kramer, Contributing Author
10/5/2000 9:19:53 AM PDT
"The copyright issue is a sticky one for Web site owners and their employees, particularly contractors.
Currently in the United States, there are no laws that specifically address copyright issues in the online world.
However, the U.S. courts have ruled that existing copyright laws governing the print world can be applied to the online world."
If by mistake, I've used someone's copyright material, notify me, and I'll remove it.
All Trademarks are Recognised as belonging to Their Respective Owners