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Veterans Day 2024. . .

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This anniversary is more poignant than it has been previously, for some of us at least, here in the United States.  What have previous and current generations fought and died for?  Despite the fact that the ugly alternative has been staring us in the face for quite some time, despite the warnings from constitutional and legal scholars, despite the warnings of senior military leaders and government officials with firsthand knowledge, we have chosen yet again to turn our back on the weakest in society, on individual and human rights, on our history, and on our obligation to and productive collaboration with the rest of the world.  For that, I am truly heartbroken and sorry. 

-- Stokes

Comments

Neil said…
I think bewildered sadness will be a prevailing emotion for the next few years. But all things must pass and we have the best hobby in the world for when it gets too much.
1:56 PM
Sean said…
Great regrets! It is another version of Brexit, with even more impact internationally. From a little island off wonderful Europe.
5:03 AM
Ross Mac rmacfa@gmail.com said…
I just hope that things will not be get as bad as they might get. There are still some checks and balances and some good people in your government.

Not sure how keen I'll be to head south over the border to attend the wargame convention in Maine next year but that decision is months away.
7:48 AM
Fitz-Badger said…
I share the emotions and concerns for the next few years, at least.

Best wishes to us all!
5:15 PM
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