Today is Memorial Day in the United States, a federal holiday to remember those who have given up their lives while serving in our military. Freedom exists partly because people have been willing to fight for the United States. A worthwhile thought experiment is to consider what might happen if people are not willing to serve our country.
Without men and women who are willing to serve our country, it’s possible that our country would lose a war and become controlled by another country. Freedom would no longer exist. For example, if Russia, one of the countries with the most nuclear weapons, gained control of the United States, this would change everything. Our country may no longer be a safe place to live. At this point, you might be better off living in another country, if you were still able to get away.
In this context, here are a few questions on which to reflect:
- Do you know anybody who has died while serving in our armed forces? Maybe take a moment to give thanks for the sacrifice he/she made.
- What is a way you can help foster a love and appreciation for our country?
- Where would you live if the United States was no longer a safe place to live?
May 27, 2024