I know you believe you are on the side of America. You believe you are a Patriot standing up for the European-based (White) population that you feel should be the dominating presence in this country. A Patriot should feel proud of our democratic philosophy, and our right for all of us to express ourselves. A patriot knows that what made this country so strong and so envied across the globe was our openness. We didn't need to try suppress any group of people, because everyone could enjoy their right to express themselves. Through our system of government, any tax-paying citizen can work to fulfill their dreams without fear.
A Patriot knows that violence has no place in self-expression. You don't make a statement with a gun. A gun is a weapon and the use of a weapon in the name of political differences automatically weakens your cause. It is the moment when you are no longer a Patriot and no longer love your country. It is the moment when you no longer embrace our country's strength in allowing free expression for all people. Worst, it provides evidence that your philosophy of how this country should be dominated by White people is a losing argument. Because you now are trying to suppress free speech of others instead of engaging in proper political discourse.
For our brothers and sisters that are our fellow countrymen; they are law abiding citizens that are your neighbours, your co-workers, your fellow tax-paying Americans. They live and thrive in this country without bringing harm to you. We need not be selfish about our European-based culture, there is plenty of room for everyone to enjoy their own customs without offending others. Again, you look weak when, instead of standing for our country's principles, you use your energy to make enemies of your fellow citizens.
I have felt a need to mention Donald Trump, who is currently showing a strong following among the politically conservative people in our country. I implore you to ask yourself if this man is really a Patriot? Does he represents what this country was founded upon:
Freedom of Religion - the ability to peacefully practice your faith without persecution. Donald Trump has advocated that people with a certain religious affiliation have their rights taken away.
Freedom of Speech - the ability of someone such as a protestor to peacefully express themselves without being violently attacked. Donald Trump has advocated that protestors be physically attacked
Equal Opportunity for All - Where all people can peacefully pursue a prosperous and happy life in this country without being demonized as belonging to a particular race, religion, national heritage, or political philosophy. Donald Trump has advocated that an entire population belonging to a single national heritage be physically removed from our country.
I beg you, fellow countrymen, to ask whether a potential President of the United States should openly advocate for tearing apart the very fabric our strong country.
No matter what your concerns are for the well being of our country, be it economy, violence against others, the ability to enjoy your peaceful way of living, the problem is not from these other groups. Our country is strong enough to peacefully resolve problems that can accommodate everyone. If you do not trust our system of government, then you are not a Patriot.
Please, lobby for your cause without demonizing others. Donald Trump has not advocated for peaceful change to support his cause, and I ask you to consider whether his demonization of others is truly what you stand for as an American. More, I ask be honest with yourself about whether you would advocate the same things Mr. Trump does if engaged in a polite discussion with a fellow neighbour, who might have a different point of view. Are these inflammatory statements sensible? Do they sound like a peaceful way to resolve our differences?
You are a fellow American, a brother, a neighbour, a friend. I truly support your right to advocate for changes to our system of government, so please understand that there is a problem with supporting Donald Trump and also supporting what you know is truly great about our country. A more sensible candidate who has peaceful intentions will find a bi-partisan (yes, me too, a liberal) approval, and will have a better chance at creating the change you desire.
Peace be with you.
