Today is the 5th anniversary of the Iraq war. With so many mixed opinions on the war, it really shouldn't surprise me to see protestors. However, today I saw a group of protestors in Dealey Plaza, and I was taken aback a bit. A man was standing on a stage with a bullhorn, and many folks were out there with their anti-Bush signs. News vans were surrounding the area, and there was a DPD car there as well.

As I drove by, I couldn't help but wonder if protesting ever really solves anything? Personally, I believe it is better to be part of the solution instead of the problem. Therefore, I will never be part of a protest because I see protests as a way of stirring the pot instead of helping solve whatever the perceived problem is. I respect differing opinions, and I am thankful we live in a country where we can think freely, speak freely, and have our other freedoms. I wonder if those who protest actually realize if it wasn't for war then they wouldn't have the freedom to do what they do.

I am curious to find out if a protest, rally, demonstration, or whatever name you have for it, has really solved a problem in a postive, constructive way. Feel free to enlighten me if there have been instances as such.

God Bless America and God Bless those who fight to defend our freedom!