Tag Archives: Fourth of July

Why Dog and Pony Shows Suck: The Veteran Perspective

Posted on July 4, 2019 by psessum

As I lay awake in the wee hours of the Fourth of July, I can’t help but think of some poor private pulling guard on a Bradley Fighting vehicle in the middle of D.C. While politicians and the media are … Continue reading →

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The Vet Fireworks Courtesy Compromise

Posted on July 3, 2015 by psessum

This comes up every year, but since 2015 seems to be the year of the butthurt it has blown way out of proportion. Some people are complaining that they are asked to not be American on the most American day … Continue reading →

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Why Booms are Bad

Posted on August 1, 2013 by psessum

By: Peter Sessum As the fireworks were going off around the neighborhood right before the Fourth of July I was asked if they bothered me and I had to think about it for a minute. I can honestly say that … Continue reading →

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