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Anyone remember John Wayne? I just heard his "America, why I love her"  email this discussion to a friend?

myLot reputation of 97/100. dragon54u (15683)   ranked 232 out of 32,950 in life 3 years ago

It's very inspiring, I've always loved his voice. He doesn't sing, just narrates, but it has a slide show to illustrate the piece. If you'd like to see it, it's at

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sekHkR5BKOY

You'll feel good after you hear it, it says everything that's great about the country and its people.

 

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1. myLot reputation of 90/100. sweetashoney (766)   ranked 5,513 out of 32,950 in life   3 years ago

I liked that, that really says a lot. I've always liked John Wayne,and really like watching his movies. It would be great if everyone would feel that way, I know people that have become US citizens and don't even know why we celebrate some of our holidays.


myLot reputation of 97/100. dragon54u (15683)   ranked 232 out of 32,950 in life  3 years ago

I just read his biography on Wikopedia and I didn't like some of his attitudes, but then I thought back to how the country was in the 50's when he made those remarks they cited and he was a reflection of his society. So I guess I can't hold that against him, he was just ignorant. However, he did believe in self-sufficiency and helping oneself instead of depending on a nanny state. He'd be very surprised at how things are now. I still admire him.

Naturalized citizens may not understand our holidays but they know more about the Constitution and the way our laws work than most of our high school graduates, I really respect them for doing all that work.

I hope you have a wonderful holiday! I thank God we have this holiday, and I know I'm blessed to have been born here in this country. happy

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2. myLot reputation of 95/100. browneyedgirl (982)   ranked 3,589 out of 32,950 in life   3 years ago

I do remember John Wayne. He was one of my favorite actors, and that is a very inspiring piece. I think it's suited perfectly for John Wayne's voice and character.


myLot reputation of 97/100. dragon54u (15683)   ranked 232 out of 32,950 in life  3 years ago

Mr. Wayne had a wonderful voice and it's great that he chose to use it for something like this. Happy 4th of July! happy

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3. myLot reputation of 99/100. bunnybon7 (7726)   ranked 188 out of 32,950 in life   3 years ago

cool. who doesnt love john wayne. if he wasnt during your time you usually hear something about him if watch any movies, tv, news, etc.

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