Cherry-Berry, Those beloved protesters and their right to voice their opinions, and gain media attention while doing so, are part of the reason I serve - that's a constitutional right I hold very dear. So, regardless of what they're for or against, I'm proud they raise their voices in that true right of democracy. I value them all and find equal, though different, support and encouragement from both pro- and anti-war demonstrators. So, while I have no desire to sway your opinions one way or another on the war, I do encourage you to take a more positive take on those who speak out against your views - they're Americans and are exercising the rights that I so fervently defend; I'd hate to see those rights go without use.
Stay safe!
Welcome to FR and thanks so much for speaking up! It's great to hear from all of you who are active military personnel. Please pass along back to your fellow shipmates our deepest thanks and words of support for all you are doing for our country. God bless America and God bless you!!!
Here is an audio clip of the group my husband conducts (streaming audio) to let you know of our support in song.
CC: Chicagoland Ping to some other Chicago-area FReepers whom I know feel the same way I do.