Times sure have changed. The dedication of young protestors has dropped dramatically. It's almost sad seeing a bunch of youthful minds actually think it's appropriate to delay what they "think" and "say" is important with other things.
When you're dedicated to something you think is a number one priority, you don't schedule it on your chore list. That purpose becomes you chore list. When something is extremely important to you, you're not afraid to drop everything else and stand up for what you believe in.
I know the article was focusing on strikes against war, however I looked at this piece as something that can be viewed in a wider expansion. When we find something that we have a strong opinon on, we produce true loyalty. We know nothing will stand in our way of doing what we think is right.
Not to boast, but I know I'm without a doubt one of these people. Unfortunately, I don't see that many other people like this. Susan Lampert Smith is right, the youth today is too distracted by their iPods, Xboxes, Facebook, cell phones, etc. They think whatever makes their day easy and fun is the best way to go. But who here reading this can say they're not afraid to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty?
If you have something you know you think is important, don't be afraid to stand strong. Fight for whatever it is you believe in and you think is right. That is what the men and women of America have been doing for us all these years. And I for one am most grateful.
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