As Thanksgiving festivities wind down we contemplate all we have to be thankful for as free Americans! We head into the Christmas season wishing for leadership in Washington that reflects our commitment to the values and ideals that have built the freest and most prosperous and generous nation on earth.
Heading into December and Tuesday’s announcement of our nation’s strategy in Afghanistan, I ask the President to reassure us that the administration is in this War on Terror to win.
And I’ll pass along the following from Harold B. Estes, a 95-year-old member of the Greatest Generation: “I realize you never served in the military and never had to defend your country with your life, but you’re the Commander-in-Chief now, son. Do your job. When your battle-hardened field General asks you for 40,000 more troops to complete the mission, give them to him. But if you’re not in this fight to win, then get out.”
Thank you, Mr. President. Please tell us on Tuesday that America is in it to win.
PS: You can read Mr. Estes' complete letter here.
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2 comments:
I consider using the word "son" in reference to an adult derogatory. He is the President, not a 15 year old.
As Mr. Estes is in the 9th decade [plus 5 yrs] of his life, i would imagine he may refer to many who are chronologically his junior as "son", even if they are the president of the United States. i am only speculating of course, but i would hope that it was said affectionately and not meant as an insult.
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