Andy Ryan

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  • July 03, 2009

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    How I Found Patriotism

    The things I experienced in Iraq helped me become a patriot -- someone who loves and cherishes their country not only because of what it stands for, but for what it allows me and others to do.

  • May 25, 2009

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    What Are YOU Doing Today to Honor Our Fallen Heroes?

    So what are you doing this Memorial Day to honor our fallen heroes?

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    Going to the beach, playing golf, gardening or throwing a barbeque for the family?

  • May 14, 2009

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    Detainee Abuse Is NOT Widespread Throughout the U.S. Military

    There is much debate over the release of detainee photographs and the ramifications for U.S. forces in Afghanistan and Iraq. On Wednesday, President Obama took steps to protect U.S. troops.

    White House statement: President Obama "strongly believes that the release of these photos .

  • February 28, 2009

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    Three Questions About What We Accomplished In Iraq

    My favorite kind of unanswerable questions are:

    "Should we bring the troops home from Iraq now?"

    And...

    "Should we have gone to war with Iraq?"

    These questions are not necessarily unanswerable for eternity but for the moment, I choose to let conservative and liberal media pundits (most of whom have never worn a uniform) debate those answers.

  • February 12, 2009

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    Let's Hear More About Heroes

    The dictionary defines hero as: a person of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his/her brave deeds and noble qualities.

    The heroic acts by the US Airways fight crew, NYC harbor crew and tremendous first responders are reasons for all of us to keep striving, keep hoping and never give up in any endeavor.

  • January 31, 2009

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    Military 101: What It's Like In Iraq

    In the last year, nearly every American adult has visited a doctor, obtained a prescription, or dealt with health care insurance.

    In the last year, nearly every American adult has made an adjustment to their 401k (or other retirement account), obtained a loan, or opened a new bank account.

  • January 21, 2009

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    President Obama -- My Commander in Chief

    During my career in the military, and as of today, I have served under six commanders in chief: three Democrats and three Republicans. Unequivocally, whether Democrat or Republican, each of the five previous presidents have dealt with military successes and also military problems.

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