As a Viet Nam vet myself, I totally agree with Mr. Ellsberg: as Americans, it is our birthright to speak out against oppression, especially that which emanates from within our own ranks. The Founding Fathers were revolutionary in their Zeal, their commitment to Freedom, and the soul-searching that this process entails. Too many Americans today think — for whatever reasons — that their Constitutional duty is to keep silent. This is the path of the slave and the servant. Thanks again Mr. Ellsberg.
Mr. Ellsberg – The parallels between the American experience in Afghanistan, the Soviet experience in Afghanistan and the American experience in Vietnam are chilling. I had hopes that this president would be able to follow a different course – I’m not so sure now. Thanks for getting the word out.
Mr. Ellsberg,
You were kind enough to chat with me after a First Amendment Coalition event in Berkeley a few years back. It’s good to see you’re still out there in the public eye, encouraging dissent. Thank you for all you !
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As a Viet Nam vet myself, I totally agree with Mr. Ellsberg: as Americans, it is our birthright to speak out against oppression, especially that which emanates from within our own ranks. The Founding Fathers were revolutionary in their Zeal, their commitment to Freedom, and the soul-searching that this process entails. Too many Americans today think — for whatever reasons — that their Constitutional duty is to keep silent. This is the path of the slave and the servant. Thanks again Mr. Ellsberg.
Mr. Ellsberg – The parallels between the American experience in Afghanistan, the Soviet experience in Afghanistan and the American experience in Vietnam are chilling. I had hopes that this president would be able to follow a different course – I’m not so sure now. Thanks for getting the word out.
Mr. Ellsberg,
You were kind enough to chat with me after a First Amendment Coalition event in Berkeley a few years back. It’s good to see you’re still out there in the public eye, encouraging dissent. Thank you for all you !