In all honesty, I'm not that patriotic of a person. I've spent innumerable hours delving into the possibility that our government is corrupt. I'm cynical towards every politician I see on the TV, and doubtful towards every campaign promise. I think the media has a chokehold on our liberty of exposure to wars and malice committed by our country. I think the army has taken part in many atrocities that have gone undocumented, and our history (which many already perceive as scathed) has more blemishes than any of us our aware of.
But, the 4th of July isn't a celebration of the government (despite every governmental position getting a day off, and me having to work a fucking 8 hour shift at Target). Yes, I know local government officials utilize this day to pass out stickers as propaganda at parades and brainwash the fountain of youth. But nah... keep the government out of your concerns today.
Today is a day to chill with other Americans, pursuing the same dreams as we do. It's a day to look back at the revolution we started, the freedom we conquered, and the futures we're offered. As skeptical as I am towards this country, I couldn't have imagined growing up elsewhere. In the words of Ron Swanson, "the whole point of this country is if you wanna eat garbage, balloon up to 600 pounds and die of a heart attack at 43, you can. You are free to do so. To me, that's beautiful."
Happy 4th
-Jack
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