Safety Brief

Long holiday weekend safety brief: 1. Don't kill anyone. 2. Don't get killed. 3. Don't drink and drive. 4. Use a condom. Carry on.

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Go Army! Beat Navy!

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away... Me, at The Benning School for Boys (aka Fort Benning, Georgia). This was taken the day before graduating from One Station Unit Training (OSUT), and becoming a United States Army Infantryman.

I wrote this last year. It came up in my Facebook memories, so I figured I’d share it again. --------------------------------------------------- You're right. Colin Kaepernick shouldn't have remained seated, quietly listening to the anthem. He shouldn't have used the national platform his hard work and good fortune have afforded him to stand up for what he believes. He should have remained a nice, respectful kid who entertains us and doesn't make waves, because history has shown that change is made by those who whisper.

It's called freedom. He wasn't being disruptive. He wasn't standing with his fist in the air. He simply remained seated...and by doing so brought attention to an issue too many in this country are trying to ignore.

Bud of 10 years ago would've flipped out about this. And, in fact, I did write an editorial about a college student who refused to face the flag during the national anthem. I served in the United States Army. But, I've matured. I've realized that this is what freedom means. You don't have to like it, but you should support his right to protest.

And maybe...just maybe...think about what he's saying, and why he felt this was necessary.