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Strategies & Market Trends : Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis

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To: mishedlo who wrote (96848)4/22/2009 9:45:24 PM
From: Hawkmoon   of 116555
 
If Congress wanted a medal for her why didn't they take up a collection on their dime not mine.

That's ridiculous Mish. I think issuing civilian medals for heroic acts is an inspiration and deserved recognition.

Here are some of the recipients of the Congressional Gold Medal:

en.wikipedia.org

We also have the Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients:

en.wikipedia.org

It's pretty damn petty to oppose rewarding heroic individuals for their striving and accomplishments based solely on "principle" of not wanting to spring for the money. We're a pretty pathetic nation if we're not willing to recognize such people. Lord knows there are far more who's achievements have not been given such a deserved recognition by our nation.

How many awards are issued to students for athletic achievement in school at taxpayer expense?

Hawk
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