Two hundred and forty-three years ago world history shifted forever – and for the better – with the declaration of American independence. Cisco Writers Club did not meet the first Thursday in July 2019, as we usually do, so our members could celebrate Independence Day. Instead, we offer some personal thoughts.
“July 4 is a great time to celebrate freedom of expression. In America, people can write without fear. No censors! No government suppression! People also have hundreds of places to publish their writings: blogs, social media, self-publishing, and traditional publishing. We take this liberty for granted, but it truly is a precious freedom. Viva la U.S.A.!” –Dr. Linda Spetter
“Most of us know about Longfellow and his ‘Midnight Ride of Paul Revere,’ but few have heard of another minute man named Rufus Dawes. Longfellow could have written, ‘Listen all you maws and paws to the Midnight Ride of Rufus Dawes.’” –Dr. Duane Hale
“One could say that the military is my family business. For generations, every male has served, usually to retirement. I also made that choice. I was raised with such a love of country and patriotism that it seemed like the only natural choice. Independence Day is very important to me and my family because it celebrates all the things that make America the most unique nation in the world.” –Helen Cozart
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