Freedom of speech

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

The Supreme Court today upheld the right of Westboro Baptist Church to Protest at the funerals of deceased military members. Well, actually, what the court decided was to uphold a lower court ruling overturning a multi-million dollar award to the family of a Marine who died in service to our country. But in doing so, The 8-1 decision gives the Westboro Baptist Church family the ammunition they need to again travel the country to garner their 15 minutes of fame.

Almost no one likes the decision but they law as interpreted by the Court is the law. The freedom established in the Bill of Rights is the Freedom that this every American fighting man and woman has fought to defend and preserve.

Personally, Westboro Baptist Church is not a church. It is a family of religious fanatics who are pushing the envelope of free expression. Similar to yelling "FIRE" in a crowded theater. Shouting "Thank God for IEDs" is not free speech it is incitement.

Those who attend funerals of deceased military members that are there to protect and shield the grieving family from hearing these words of incitement should be commended. They are needed more now than ever.

To the Patriot Guard and Legion Riders nationwide I salute you with a huge OORAH and CARRY ON!

The right of those who have lost loved ones to grieve must be preserved by you since the courts will not assist you. Remember you have the right to peaceably assemble between the grieving family and the Westboro family