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Shoulder To Shoulder

Americans harmonize in sentiment 
While facing the challenges of life.    
Shoulder to shoulder we defined our land
Through hardship, sacrifice and strife.

We are eager to oppose our enemies
Wherever they raise their head.
 Our principles must be practiced 
To avoid being conquered or dead.

We fail to see the merits of a dictator 
Only freedom to work and pray as we please.
Most seek guidance from a higher power
As we share our concerns on our knees.
 
We have always held liberty close to our hearts
Unwilling to surrender to demise.
 Whenever its existence was threatened 
We have chosen to follow the wise.

We can’t foresee what the future may bring
Though we give it our best not to fail.
OEvery 4th of July we illuminate the sky
Proving freedom is alive and well.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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