[sarasmom]

kristinn,
You have met me at various FReeps, in two states.
I am the first to applaud you, and all FReepers who "protest" and "counterprotest" , giving of your own personal time and money to do so.
You have my gratitude.

I was spit upon, while traveling in the USA, in uniform, in the 1980s.
I was targeted by terrorists, in the 1980s, overseas, for wearing my uniform, and no one in the USA cared.
I myself am very uncomfortable "protesting", by which I mean aimlessly marching around a designated area with a "sign" to attract media attention.
I thank you for countering the 60s throwbacks, and sometimes I do physically join in demonstrations, or counter demonstrations, but the fact is, I am looking for a little less talk, and a lot more action.
You are very good at public speaking, Kristinn, and I thank you for all your hard work.
I sincerely hope you have some positive affect, but I ready myself otherwise.

[Doctor Raoul]

I myself am very uncomfortable "protesting", by which I mean aimlessly marching around a designated area with a "sign" to attract media attention.

Unfortunately, that has become the measure by which the media reports on public opinion on things, especially wars.

Sometimes you don't get to choose where, when or how you fight.