Edwards: How to fake patriotism (Wizbang Politics)

John Edwards is urging leftists to combine Memorial Day antiwar protests with faked displays of patriotism, and includes instructions on how to do it. Via Ace of Spades:

They should use the day to "reclaim patriotism." Question: Why does it need to be "reclaimed," as we are constantly told that they are the most patriotic people in America?

Isn't dissent the highest form of patriotism?

Question Two: If they're already so gung-ho patriotic -- and Edwards' checklist is a good run-down of "How To Behave Patriotically" -- why do they need to be told how to so behave?

If they're so patriotic, shouldn't they already being following Edwards' Five Easy Steps Towards Feigning Patriotism naturally?

Read the rest at the link above. Protein Wisdom has more.

Part of Edwards' instructions:

Gather in public. On Memorial Day, get your friends, kids, co-workers, neighbors, aunts, uncles, grandfathers, grandmothers, and anyone and everyone you know together to publicly support the troops and end the war. Be sure to check with your local authority for any permits you need for public gatherings. Contact local media to publicize your event. Before you get started, please take a moment of silence to honor the fallen. And during your event, make sure you conduct yourself respectfully--both for those serving in Iraq and the memory of the brave servicemen and women that Memorial Day honors. Share your plans here.

After receiving Edwards' "10 Ways to Fake Patriotism," these leftist creeps may attempt to take over local Memorial Day celebrations. I suggest all of us who don't need John Edwards' instructions on how to appear patriotic try to attend celebrations to support the troops and thank the vets. They'll appreciate the sincerity.

UPDATED 1:50 p.m. to add: Lorie Byrd has more.

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Comments (1)

There are some more good li... (Below threshold)

1. Posted by Lorie Byrd | May 15, 2007 1:24 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Lorie Byrd:

There are some more good links to reaction in my post from this weekend.

http://wizbangblog.com/2007/05/13/celebrate-memorial-day-the-antiwar-way.php

Posted on May 15, 2007 13:24