Independence Day and Real Patriotism

On this July 4^th in the year 2006 I think it is important to explore Patriotism, both real and imagined, or faux as they say in the left blogistan. Toward that end I suggest that everyone out there purchase a copy of How Would A Patriot Act, by Glenn Greenwald. And I suggest you buy it from your local and non-chain bookstore (keep these bookshops alive). Also, while you’re at it, if they don’t already have it on display, and/or in their window, ask them to put it there. It’s already 25^th on the New York Times Paperback Nonfiction list. It is non-partisan and totally accessible to everyone. Not to mention a great read!

And, say you are unfamiliar with Glenn Greenwald and his First Amendment and Constitutional analysis, I suggest you visit his site at Unclaimed Territory.

The behavior of Patriots, and what is Patriotism, is very important these days and we all need to be clear on what the struggle is. As Greenwald points out it is all about “Defending American Values from a President Run Amok.”

Have a wonderful Fourth, don’t eat too much!

I had a great day at the races at Beautiful Belmont Park. None of our horses were running so it was a completely stress free day.

Other than worrying about the State of the Union, that is!