It seems that lately you have been accused of not being as great as ever. Well, let me assure you, this is just not so.
If you have lost your status and appeal, why are people from all over the world willing to risk everything to cross your borders? Why are so many trying to become citizens and showing their gratitude with tears of joy? Why are you still recognized as the one true hope of freedom and justice for the world? Why are so many countries trying to copy and follow anything American? True, you are not perfect, but then who is? Still, you are the best that there is in this world.
Besides, what bothers so many Americans is the source of the accusation. It comes from one who considers himself “great.” It comes from one who owes all he has to you. It comes from one who disrespects too much of what you are to the world. It comes from one who has employed a “pied piper” mentality that has sucked in so many weak minds. This has been the only weakness that really can be seen.
Therefore, you are as great as ever and your fellow Americans are proud to hold you up and salute you here and all over the world.
Kay Brown, Wellington
