Today is Memorial Day. This federal holiday is specifically for the appreciation and mourning of soldiers who died serving in any branch of the United States' Armed Forces. I feel a great gratitude for anyone who is dedicated enough to this country that they would die in its service. I feel I am far too cynical, far too let down by those who have power in America, and (to be frank) way too out of shape to ever serve our country in the military, let alone lose my life doing so.
Even if throughout the years there have been plenty of politicians who have tried to warp this nation into whatever they want, the American dream persists, and it is a dream that survives thanks to our military being ready to defend it. You can despise those who currently have control over the military in our nation (you all know my feelings on Donald Trump and this current Iran war), but still deeply appreciate the men and women in service to our country. The point of today is to commemorate those who are no longer with us, due to all they gave for America. I hope everyone has a thoughtful Memorial Day.
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