There was a time in America when young people such as you rose up on their feet and said, "Enough". Most lately is was over the Viet Nam War. There were demonstrations and conversations. You all know what the out come of that was.
You have not had to think about any wars because we have no draft anymore. Yeah, we put those stickers on the backs of our cars, support our troops, but for the most part none of you have to think about this business of war. You do not have to put your mind on what it means to be at war. And we are.
You have grown up in a culture of plenty. You have come of age in the world of easy technology.
The youth of Egypt and Tunisia have given you a model. You already have the easy access to the fruits of democracy, and now you must be responsible global citizens and make your stand. The world isn't just about the latest air brushed celebrity. It's about the hard realities of dealing about peace and war and the enormous chasm that separates the rich and poor. You have access to the technology to bring us together.
I hope that you, our future, will rise to the challenge in our own communities and states and country, think carefully, and give generously of yourselves.
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