What is a patriot?
On another blog, I inserted myself more than I should have. Partially because I know the blogger of that site personally.
Partially because I have seen this tactic used to discredit the source, it can work if done correctly.

What is a patriot?
To me, it is someone willing to stand up for his/her beliefs; even those I disagree with.
Someone willing to do good for his/her neighbors, city, state and country, but remembers where he/she is from.
And person willing to do the unpopular, in the hope that everyone will benefit.

While I would never be a part of Ground Zero, I do admire some of those who are members.
Just not the ones willing to sit in front of a moving train and expected the train to stop.

Military service is often a good indicator, but do not forget about people like Benedict Arnold and John Walker.
Both served this nation and both betrayed it.

I consider anyone who was a military dependent as having served. Between the constant changing of
places, schools, friends and the separations caused by the military lifestyle. This is rarely experience outside of military life.

Which is why all Veterans are Veterans, even those that never left the U.S.. Serving in the miltary
is hazardous to your health, just ask any insurance agent.
- posted by Mike @ 9:47 PM