I have taken for granted my citizenship. I don't normally (actually never) wake up in the morning and say" Thank you God that I'm an American and that I live in America".
Don't get me wrong, I love traveling to other countries and being exposed to different cultures. And, not to down grade any other country by any means, but It's well known that America offers so many privileges, rights, and opportunites that are not available eleswhere. I say this still realizing that America is not perfect and that many people live in awful conditions and feel overwhelming notions of little hope each and everyday. However, in comparison to the people in places like Libya and Iraq...well...there is no comparison.
Even at America's worst- the never ending recession, modern-day racism/hate/gender exploitation, constant political strain between democrats and republicans- America is still the best.
I still feel safe. I still feel relevant. I still feel Hope!
I have taken for granted my citizenship... but, I plan to be more Thankful!
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