As July 4th approaches, and patriotic displays are all around us, America will celebrate our freedom and independence as the leader of the free world.
Should we be celebrating? Are we really the leader of the free world?
If the majority of this nation believes what the Trump cult believes, is it really something to brag about?
Or should we be ashamed to be associated with such a country? Is it patriotic to support hate, racism, and division of our people?
Although many of us will continue to fight for higher ideals, we cannot support the lower standards set by Trump and his cult. We must continue to fight for equality and rights for everyone. We cannot agree to go back in time.
In a democracy, if we still have one, we cannot dictate the choices that the people might make. If they choose extremism and fascism, there is not much we can do about it.