America: The Land of the Dependent

by Frank Fantozzi on November 18, 2009

I recently visited Boston, the “cradle of liberty,” with my family. The trip provided a chance to reflect on what our founding fathers faced, fought for, and established for our country. If our founding fathers, like Samuel Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson were here today, would they be proud of what America has become?

“We give you your freedom when you enter our country. Nothing else is free. Everything else you have to work for.” Anonymous Immigration Officer’s remark to my grandfather as he entered into the United States.

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