The Catholic Defender: Freedom isn’t Free/America First

Donald Hartley
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https://deepertruthdon.podbean.com/e/deepertruth-freedom-isn-t-freeamerica-first-1733538738/

I looked at my wife Gigi as we watched President Trump having a rally in Wyoming. I call these rallies "Trump night" as we love them.

Listening to President Trump gives us hope in the midst of all the chaos taking place now.

I asked Gigi if Saturday night would be OK to have such a show because we both see the importance of taking back the Senate and the House.

We need to promote America First Candidates.

On Sunday Nights we focus on our series "Journey With Mary" with John Carpenter and on Monday nights we focus on our series "Eucharistic Miracles" with Dr. Gregory Thompson.

One thing that Gigi wants us to accomplish with this new series on Saturday Nights, is to "win". My Co-host for this series is Representative William Sutton who is the Kansas District 43 - Republican.

My co-host (Representative William Sutton) will join with me as we speak with Candidates throughout the United States to take back America supporting Candidates who will stand for our Constitution and to defeat to far left who seems bent in tearing down America.

This coming Saturday we will discuss the importance of getting involved in local elections and on August 2, Kansas has a very pro-life vote that we will definitely promote.

American political and patriotic sentiments that emphasize national strength, security, and gratitude for military sacrifice.

Popularized as an American idiom, often attributed to Col. Walter Hitchcock, this phrase highlights that the liberty enjoyed by citizens is paid for by the sacrifices of the armed forces. It emphasizes that freedom requires constant effort, money, and, most importantly, the ultimate sacrifice of soldiers

It is commonly used on holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day to honor military personnel.

This concept emphasizes prioritizing American interests, security, and prosperity above international commitments or foreign aid.

The phrase has been associated with President Trump, who emphasized keeping "America first in our hearts" and ensuring freedom endures.

While sometimes viewed as isolationist, proponents argue it is about securing American sovereignty and safety, with some interpretations, such as from the Treasury Department, asserting it does not mean "America alone".

"Freedom isn't free" is a popular American idiom and patriotic slogan that emphasizes the heavy sacrifices made by the military to secure and maintain the country's liberties. Often paired with "America First" in contemporary political discourse, the phrase serves as a reminder that national security and individual rights are maintained through constant effort and, in many cases, the ultimate sacrifice of service members.

Mark Twain’s quotes on America frequently balanced pride with sharp satire, defining true patriotism as supporting the country constantly but the government only when deserved. He famously criticized American imperialism, greed, and political corruption while highlighting the nation's capacity for invention and liberty.