I posted this 11 years ago, and here again, because I think it sounds about right!
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I have been suspended for my views in the past. I may be suspended for my statements in the future.
I don’t try to offend, but it happens often. Don’t take it personally...
BUT, I just wanted to say thanks, Jim, for allowing me, and us, to have a place to vent, with like-minded, yet sometimes opposing views.
Wow, that’s a concept, isn’t it. People that don’t agree on everything. But, most here are people that see things more clearly than the majority, it seems.
People here are able to discuss issues of the day. We are able to find obscure little bits, that when pieced together, weave a clearer picture of our culture and its foibles, as well as some well-deserved heroes. We have Freepers that expose fraud, help persuade voters, and even be heard in the halls of Congress. We gather small and large groups to visit, to protest and voice our opinions, and to support our country. The forum has attracted its share of fools and brigands, but by and far, it is the conservatives, and dedicated ex-military guys and gals, and their families that make this FR site thrive, and which has made it legendary, now... It is those that have thought about life, and liberty, and what they might mean...
In this time of turmoil, let’s come together with a prayer, and handshake.
Sadly, there are more fools and brigands here now and less of the people who once made this site great. :-(