Saturday, May 18 was Armed Forces Day 2013. Unfortunately, for the majority of the nation it was not observed in any significant way, if at all. This is truly a sad situation, harkening a growing return to general disinterest in those serving on active duty in the various branches of our Armed Forces.
There are still those going in harm's way in Afghanistan. We are still suffering casualties. The keen and welcome interest of our nation in their soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines during OIF/OEF is diminishing all too quickly. The recognition provided our military has been genuine and, I believe, surely warranted. I'd hoped the proper respect shown our men and women in uniform, plus their families, over the past ten years would remain a primary focus.
However, the lack of coverage of Armed Forces Day 2013 dampens that hope considerably.
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