We asked our Movers and Shakers: What makes you proud to be an American and what do you do to promote patriotism?
“When I meet the courageous young men and women in our military, who are defending our country and Democracy throughout the globe, I am very proud to be an American. When I see our great troops, I try to personally thank them and honor their dedication and service. My own father was a POW, saved my US troops, so I am deeply grateful to our military and to live in a country that is free.”
-Rita Cosby, Emmy-Winning TV Host, Author of "Quiet Hero: Secrets From My Father's Past."
-Rita Cosby, Emmy-Winning TV Host, Author of "Quiet Hero: Secrets From My Father's Past."
“I am promoting the 150 year of Gettysburg celebration. I will be helping organize a concert @ Lincoln Center this fall to celebrate this historic American battlefield.”
-Sharon Bush
“We live in a free country, a country who continues to reach out and help those in need, sometimes to a fault.”
“I'm proud to be an American because our country enables all citizens to pursue their dreams and achieve greatness. Our system unleashes human potential while fostering innovation. Land of the free, home of the brave!”
-Caroline Alexa McBride
Director of Public Relations and Business Development
Serafina Restaurant Group
Director of Public Relations and Business Development
Serafina Restaurant Group
“Promoting patriotism by being one of those generous strangers. In word and deeds.”
-Nancy Lombardo comedian creator of Momedy (tm)
"I"m proud to be an American on so many levels. As comedienne I can speak my mind...as a mom I can send my kid to any kind of school I want. I can move freely..I can wear what I want..be what I want...my friends are from all walks of life...and Americans are giving people...we jump in and help out when needed..I'm tired of people saying bad things about this country...I love it and am proud to say it....no one place is perfect but there is no other place I rather live."
-Fran Capo...www.francapo.com"
"I"m proud to be an American on so many levels. As comedienne I can speak my mind...as a mom I can send my kid to any kind of school I want. I can move freely..I can wear what I want..be what I want...my friends are from all walks of life...and Americans are giving people...we jump in and help out when needed..I'm tired of people saying bad things about this country...I love it and am proud to say it....no one place is perfect but there is no other place I rather live."
-Fran Capo...www.francapo.com"