Lake Region Voices

Are you proud to be an American today?

Paula Robey, 71, Windham, Wal-Mart

“I am not sure. I don’t really have a choice. I hate war. I hate to see our boys and girls dying. I love my freedoms though.”

John McGintee, 14, Windham, student

“Yes! We are free here compared to other countries. The President is keeping our country safe.”

Lindsay Boothby, 12, Windham, student

“Yes! I love living here rather than somewhere else. I am somewhat less proud because we are in Iraq.”

Johnathan Powell, 21, Tilton, N.H., firefighter

“Yes, sir! Everything about this country is great. I don’t like it when people abuse their First Amendment rights. We should support our President in time of war though.”

Rachel Fiori, 25, Raymond, veterinarian technician

“Of course! I love our freedom. I am so proud of our men and women in the armed forces fighting for us. My father served overseas for three separate tours. He will probably go again.”

Eric Mulkhey, 24, Raymond, landscaper

“Absolutely. Even though there are some things I don’t agree with, we have the vote and free speech. If enough of us disagree with something we have the right to change it.”