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To start this Memorial Day, I thought about my own family history. None of my family has died in combat as members of American armed forces, but that’s because my family roots don’t go back all that far. My parents are post-WWII immigrants, but their families suffered immensely in the fight against Fascism in Europe, and my dad subsequently devoted his life to battling other forms of totalitarianism as a member of the U.S. Intelligence services during the Cold War era.
Looking through my Twitter feed, I found a paradox in the way Americans relate to this holiday. On the one hand, Walmart is advertising steaks for backyard BBQs, while other people are tweeting about their beach adventures, on the other, some people are posting sincere and heartfelt messages of remembrance.
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Thank you to the soldiers who have fought, and continue to fight, for our country & our freedom. Today we honor you. #memorialday #iremember0
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Freedom is paid for by our service men and women’s sacrifices #MemorialDay http://instagr.am/p/LLCFGHpUiz/0
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Paintings celebrate America’s freedom http://video.foxnews.com/v/1658342671001/ #Memorialday0
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So thankful to live in a free country! Thank you to all the men and women who have made it possible! #MemorialDay0
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To all the vets and soldiers,we salute you for all you’ve done. Thank you for our freedom,God bless #MemorialDay #salute0
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Today, we’re honoring US servicemembers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country #memorialday #neverforget http://pic.twitter.com/hTuwxeS80
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A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself. -Joseph Campbell
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Thank you to all the fallen, active duty, and reserve military personnel that risked and continue to risk their lives for us. #MemorialDay0
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To both grandfathers, my father, 3 uncles, 2 cousins, my brother and all other veterans and soldiers Thank You! #MemorialDay0
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Show this to anyone who has lost a loved one. Biden’s memorial speech from the heart. He gets it. #memorialday http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwZ6UfXm410&feature=youtube_gdata_player0
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Remembering those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for us at home. Thank you soldiers! #MemorialDay0
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Thank you to all who have served. We wouldn’t be the USA without you. #memorialday http://yfrog.com/h3v6ddrbj0
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#austin come see us for #MemorialDay! Happy hour all day! yep you read right happy hour all day @Garridos! $4 margaritas 1/2 price apps!0
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Right after messages pointing out that it might be inappropriate to say “Happy Memorial Day” come more messages with exactly those words, some even touting a “Happy Hour” with drink specials.
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“Please Don’t Say ‘Happy Memorial Day’” http://hudson-wi.patch.com/articles/please-don-t-say-happy-memorial-day-to-me#photo-10080708 #MemorialDay @PatchTweet @bradltv @ericafox50
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Nice personal #memorial day tribute. http://ow.ly/i/EKQY0
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