Thankful for Freedom

Phil Gerbyshak — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:34:14 +0000

Today is Independence Day in the United States. It’s a day we celebrate our freedom from the tyranny of the British, dating all the way back to 1776.

I am thankful for those who came long before me, who paid a VERY high price for the freedoms I now take for granted every day.

Specifically, I am thankful for:

Freedom of religion, press and expression – I am thankful for this freedom more than any. It allows me to write this blog and not worry about being out of bounds. I am thankful for this because it allows me to explore my religion, and it allows me to express myself in any way I feel best.
Freedom to vote – If I don’t like the folks in office, I can work to get someone else elected and place my vote for whomever I wish.
Freedom for cruel and unusual punishment – I am thankful if I commit a crime, I can’t be hung up by my thumbs in the town square.

Check out the whole constitution and think about what you are thankful for.

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