>George;
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>I see a parallel between the United States, the Roman Empire and Sparta. Now in the case of Sparta, the example of a mother addressing her son comes to mind along with many other thoughts. “Do not come home unless it is upon your shield”!
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>The Spartan mother expected her son to fight anyone he was pointed in front of – to the death. We have to go out and conquer the world to bring freedom, democracy, liberty, morality, the correct religious belief, and oh yes – credit cards! :)
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Tom,

LOL! As always, an interesting insight.